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Pollinator Garden Hoke County

Come explore the new Pollinator Garden at North Carolina Cooperative Extension Hoke County Center located at 645 East Palmer Street in Raeford on August 23rd and 24th from 10:00 am to noon for garden demos and pollinator information. This free family friendly event is part of the Great Southeast Pollinator Census that helps scientists study […]

CARA’s “Run for Their Lives” Fundraiser

Carolina Animal Rescue and Adoption or CARA is having their 16th annual "Run for Their Lives Fundraiser" on Saturday, August 24th at Kiwanis Park in Sanford.  Proceeds from the five/ten/and 15 k challenge help keep the shelter in operation.  For information visit cara-nc.org.

Great Southeast Pollinator Census

North Carolina citizen scientists are gearing up for the second year of the Great Southeast Pollinator Census. If you haven’t already, mark your calendars for Friday, August 23, and Saturday, August 24, to get out in your backyard, garden, local park or hiking train to complete the Census. Wherever someone can sit and watch a […]

Sandhills Natural History Society

Join the Sandhills Natural History Society on Monday, August 26th as Bryon Wortham, cofounder of Holly’s Nest, discusses the groups’ effort to rescue and rehabilitate wildlife. The meeting starts at 7:30 pm at the Weymouth Woods Sandhills Preserve Visitors Center located at 1024 Fort Bragg Road in Southern Pines.  All are welcome to attend.

Wild Mushroom Lunch & Learn

N C Cooperative Extension Richmond County is hosting a Wild Mushroom Lunch and Learn on Thursday, August 29th from noon to 1:00 pm at 123 Caroline Street Suite 100 in Rockingham.  Bring your lunch to this free talk about some of the mushrooms that can be foraged in the area. To register, call 910-997- 8255.

Moore Philharmonic Orchestra

The Moore Philharmonic Orchestra, a volunteer community orchestra, kicks off their 20th season with a fundraiser at Panera Bread - US 15-501 in Southern Pines - on Thursday, August 29th from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm.  Also, musicians interested in joining the orchestra should plan to attend for information and registration.  To learn more visit […]

Chatham County Historical Association

Join the Chatham County Historical Association on Sunday September 1st at 2 pm at the historic Chatham County Courthouse for an engaging talk about General Cornwallis’s trips through Chatham.  This program is free and open to the public.  For more information visit chathamhistory.org.

Western Harnett Lion’s Club Golf Fundraiser

The Western Harnett Lion's Club invites you to join them for the Dick Rubin Golf Tournament Fundraiser on Saturday, September 7th, from 8:15 AM to 1:00 PM at Carolina Lakes Golf Course in Sanford. A team of two costs $130.00 and includes golf, lunch, and range balls. For more details or to sign up, please […]

Touch A Truck Fundraiser

Chatham County Partnership for Children is hosting their 2nd annual Touch a Truck fundraiser on Saturday, September 7th from 10:00 am  to 2:00 pm at Bray Park 700 Alston Bridge Road in Siler City.  The kids will enjoy the family friendly event as they climb, honk, and explore all different trucks. To learn more visit […]

Service Before Self Festival

The Carthage Masonic Lodge 181 is hosting their 5th annual Service Before Self Festival on Saturday, September 7th at the Home At Last Farms - 527 Red Hill Road in Cameron.  This event is to honor military service members, veterans, law enforcement, fire fighters and emergency medical technicians for their selfless service to the community.  […]

$15.00

Pressure Canning Workshop

Learn how to safely preserve your favorite foods with the N C Cooperative Extension Chatham County Center as they host a Pressure Canning Workshop, Friday, September 13th starting at 11:30 am.  This hands-on workshop is $20 per person and pre-registration is required.  Visit the Chatham County Center page on the N C Cooperative Extension website […]

$20

Christian Chapel Church – 200 Anniversary Celebration

Celebrate with Christian Chapel Church as they turn 200 years old. On Sunday, September 15th  from noon to 3:00 pm they will host a family free event with bounce houses, crafts, games and food at 3262 Christian Chapel Church Road in New Hill.  Visit their website Christian Chapel Church dot com for complete information.  All […]

Let’s Look Together Interactive Arts Program

The Arts Council of Moore County located at 482 East Connecticut Avenue in Southern Pines is hosting “Let’s Look Together” an Interactive Arts Program on Tuesday, September 17 from 11:00 am to noon.  This free program for individuals with dementia and their care partners promotes a sense of positivity and belonging in a casual setting. […]

Annual Barbeque Fundraiser

Carthage Rotary is holding their Annual Barbeque Fundraiser on Friday, September 20th from 11:00 am  to 1:00 pm at 203 McReynolds Street in Carthage. A $10.00 plate includes barbeque, slaw, green beans and a roll.  All proceeds benefit the Union Pines Scholarship.

Methodist Women’s Fall Fundraiser

Join Grays Chapel Methodist Church 5056 NC Highway 22 North in Franklinville on Saturday, September 21st from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm for the Methodist Women’s Fall Fundraiser.  There will be sausage and ham biscuits, hot dogs, a bake sale, and a raffle for a handmade quilt. And make sure to get your car clean […]

Sandhills Natural History Society

Join the Sandhills Natural History Society on Monday, September 23rd as Jimmy Randolph presents “Roadside Botany” The meeting starts at 7:30 pm at the Weymouth Woods Sandhills Preserve Visitors Center located at 1024 Fort Bragg Road in Southern Pines.  The public is welcome to attend this free event. To learn more about Sandhills Natural History […]

Blood Drive – First Baptist Church of Erwin

A steady increase in lifesaving blood products is vital in ensuring hospitals stay ready for any situation.  First Baptist Church of Erwin is hosting a blood drive Tuesday, September 24th from 1:30 pm  to 6:30 pm at 300 South 12th Street in Erwin.  Visit redcrossblood.org to learn more or to book an appointment.

2024 Quilting in the Pines

Sandhills Quilters Guild presents the 2024 Quilting in the Pines - Friday, September 27th and Saturday, September 28th from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm at The Historic Fair Barn 200 Beulah Hill Road S in Pinehurst. There will be beautiful quilts on display, vendors, boutique raffle baskets, and a silent auction.  Admission is $8 per […]

$8

2024 Quilting in the Pines

Sandhills Quilters Guild presents the 2024 Quilting in the Pines - Saturday, September 28th from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm at The Historic Fair Barn 200 Beulah Hill Road S in Pinehurst. There will be beautiful quilts on display, vendors, boutique raffle baskets, and a silent auction.  Admission is $8 per person. For more information visit […]

$8

Annual Harvest Festival

Barbeque Presbyterian Church is hosting their Annual Harvest Festival on Saturday, September 28th from 3:00 pm to 5:30 pm at 124 Barbecue Church Road in Sanford.  There will be crafts and items for sale all day, an auction, a quilt raffle and barbeque or chicken stew plates for sale.  For more information visit their Facebook […]

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