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The North Carolina Cooperative Extension Lee County’s next Pruning Workshop will be an overview of muscadine grape vine care on Sunday, February 23rd from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. This will be a hands-on class so wear sturdy clothes. The address of the class will be shared after registration. For more details including cost to […]
Sunday, February 23rd is the next Quarters for CARA auction. What is a quarter auction? It is a cross between a shopping party, raffle, and an auction where you bid with quarters for prizes. This fundraiser at the Stevens Center in Sanford benefits the animals at Carolina Animal Rescue and Adoption. For more information visit […]
Curious about becoming an Extension Master Gardener for N.C. Cooperative Extension in Chatham County? Find out application process, training and volunteer opportunities at an Information session on Monday, February 24th from 10:00 am to 11:30 am at the Chatham County Agriculture and Conference Center. To register for this free session – visit the Chatham County […]
Join Sandhills Natural History Society on Monday, February 24th at 7:00 pm for a talk on Backyard Biodiversity: 22 Years of Monitoring the Herpetofauna on a Six-Acre Rural Yard in the North Carolina Sandhills with Jeff Beane. All are welcome to attend this program at Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve Visitors Center in Southern Pines.
Severe winter weather and wildfires have forced thousands of blood donations to go uncollected. There is a critical need for blood and platelets. Spout Springs Presbyterian Church in Cameron is hosting a blood drive on Wednesday, February 26th from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Visit redcrossblood.org to schedule an appointment and find a blood drive […]
Join the NC Cooperative Extension Harnett County for Intro to Bee Keeping on Saturday, March 1st from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm at R & B Rhyne Farms in Angier. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just curious about bees, this event is for you. To learn more and to register visit the Harnett County […]
The Mira Foundation USA invites you to the Mira-cles Happen Gala on Saturday, March 8th, at 6:00 PM. This special event celebrates two young people who received guide dogs last year, all while raising funds to support the foundation's important mission. Enjoy an evening filled with food, music, and a live auction. Tickets are available […]
The whole family will enjoy some of the most iconic film scores as the Lee County Community Orchestra presents "Scenes from Hollywood"! Join them on Saturday, March 8th at 7:30 PM or Sunday, March 9th at 3:00 PM at the Harper Center at First Presbyterian Church in Sanford for this free concert.
The whole family will enjoy some of the most iconic film scores as the Lee County Community Orchestra presents "Scenes from Hollywood"! Join them on Saturday, March 8th at 7:30 PM or Sunday, March 9th at 3:00 PM at the Harper Center at First Presbyterian Church in Sanford for this free concert.
The North Carolina Cooperative Extension Montgomery County is hosting a Gardening 101 Workshop on Monday, March 10th, from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Learn all about starting a garden, what veggies to plant, when to plant them, and more! The workshop will take place at the Montgomery County Center at 203 West Main Street in […]
Join The North Carolina Symphony for a fundraising reception and dinner on Thursday, March 13th starting at 6:00 pm at Penick Village’s Village House Grand Hall in Southern Pines. All proceeds go to support the symphony’s music education programs for students in Moore County. Visit NCSymphony.org/MooreCountyDinner for tickets.
The Sanford Area Photography Club is hosting their next meeting on Thursday, March 13th from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Mann Center on Steele Street in Sanford. This month learn about Macro Photography. New members are always welcome to attend.
The Sandhills Photography Club’s March meeting “Architectural Photography” with Brian Osborne will be on Monday, March 17th at 7:00 p.m. at the Sandhills Horticultural Gardens Visitors Center at 3245 Airport Road in Southern Pines. Guests are always welcome! For more information, visit SandhillsPhotoClub.org.
Severe weather has forced thousands of blood donations to go uncollected. Right now, there is an emergency shortage of blood and platelets. Central Baptist Temple in Sanford is hosting a blood drive on Thursday, March 20th from noon to 5:00 pm. To schedule an appointment, visit redcrossblood.org.
The Chatham Outreach Alliance or CORA’s is having their 13th Annual Empty Bowls fundraiser Saturday, March 22nd from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Pittsboro United Methodist Church. Enjoy soup tastings from local restaurants. All proceeds go to support those facing food insecurity. To learn more and purchase tickets visit corafoodpantry.org.
The Sanford Area Society of Shaggers is hosting "Shaggin' In The Sandhills" on Saturday, March 22nd, from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM at the Dennis Wicker Civic Center in Sanford! Enjoy a fun-filled evening with live music, food, a silent auction, and more, all to support a great cause. Tickets are just $20 in advance, […]
The Sandhills Natural History Society is hosting their next meeting on Monday, March 24th at 7:30 pm at Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve in Southern Pines. Dr. Bob Ganis will be giving a talk on “The Geology of Paint Hill”. It’s a free event and everyone is welcome to attend.
North Carolina Cooperative Extension Randolph County is hosting a “Grafting Apple Trees Workshop” on Thursday, March 27th from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Learn how to graft your own fruit trees at Millstone Creek Orchards in Ramseur during this workshop. For more details, including registration and workshop pricing, visit the Randolph County Center page on […]
The Hoke Beekeepers Association invites all beekeepers and those interested in beekeeping to their upcoming meeting on Thursday, March 27th, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm at the Robert A. Wright Hoke County Agricultural Center in Raeford. To learn more, visit hokecountybeekeepers.com.
Enjoy a celebration of Chatham County’s agriculture, forestry and natural resources during Spring Ag Fest on Saturday, March 29th from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Chatham County Agriculture and Conference Center in Pittsboro. This family-friendly free event will have exhibits, livestock, food trucks, pony rides, adult and children pedal tractor pull and more.
Military Missions in Action is hosting their 2nd Annual Founder’s Day Black Tie Gala at the Fair Barn in Pinehurst on Saturday, March 29th starting at 5:30 pm. Enjoy an evening of food, fun, and a silent auction. Proceeds will help fund home modification for disabled veterans and furniture delivery to formerly homeless veterans. To […]