The Big List

North Carolina FC hosts Detroit City FC at WakeMed Soccer Park — professional soccer under the lights on a Friday night.

NC Courage host Houston Dash at WakeMed Soccer Park -- NWSL soccer in Cary, a solid pick for a family night out.

First session of a laid-back three-part series on American Mah Jongg — tile meanings, rules and strategy for total beginners, no pressure.

Cary's 50th annual Lazy Daze fills Academy Street with juried arts and crafts vendors, live music, and food for a free day downtown.

NC Courage host Boston Legacy at WakeMed Soccer Park -- NWSL soccer in Cary, a solid pick for a family night out.

Day two of Cary's 50th annual Lazy Daze — juried arts and crafts vendors, live music, and food along Academy Street, free to attend.

Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein on the big screen at Cary Regional, part of a 100th-birthday tribute to the director — free popcorn, registration recommended.

NC Courage host Angel City at WakeMed Soccer Park -- NWSL soccer in Cary, a solid pick for a family night out.

Bring puzzles you're done with and take home new ones at this free jigsaw swap at Cary Regional Library — a laid-back way to refresh your puzzle stash.

Downtown Cary Park's night market brings local vendors, food, and live music to the plaza on a summer Friday evening.

North Carolina FC closes out August at home against Hartford Athletic — a Saturday night on the pitch at WakeMed Soccer Park.

A free screening of Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan at Cary Regional Library's movie club — a big screen and fellow fans.

A monthly maker's market at Bond Brothers Beer Co. in Cary -- 40-plus local vendors, live music, and the brewery's own beer and wine on tap.