The South Chatham Ruritan Club will host a Pumpkin Festival on Saturday, September 29 and Sunday, September 30 from 10 am to 5 pm at Harts Farm, located at 885 Meronies Church Road in Bear Creek. On Saturday enjoy bluegrass music, children’s activities, a tractor pull, and more. On Sunday, Gospel music, a lawn tractor […]

Weymouth Woods (Sandhills Nature Preserve) located at 1024 Fort Bragg Road in Southern Pines will host Unwinding the Web Sunday, September 30 at 3 pm. Spiders are probably one of the most feared and misunderstood critters in the natural world. Let’s unwind some of that confusion with a 1-mile hike where we’ll weave through different […]

Grace Christian School and Child Development Center in Sanford is hosting a Chicken Tender & BBQ Plate Fundraiser on Friday, October 5th from 11 am to 2 pm. Plates cost $8 and come with Chicken Tenders AND BBQ, Baked Beans, Slaw, Roll and Dessert. Order online at GraceChristianSanford.com under the Fall Festival Tab or by […]

Grace Christian School and Child Development Center in Sanford will host the annual fall festival on Friday, October 5th from 5 to 8 pm. Food, Bounce House, Obstacle Course, Dunk Tank, Jousting, Face Paint, Carnival Games, and a Silent Auction. For more info or to purchase discounted wristbands visit us online at Grace Christian Sanford […]

The Back Country Horsemen of Uwharrie will host a Chili Lunch and Poker Run on Saturday, October 6th beginning at 10:30 AM. The lunch includes Chili, crackers, cheese, beverages and dessert for just $5 and the poker run costs $10. Meet at Site #19 at Canebrake Horse Camp in Uwharrie National Forest off McLean’s Creek […]

The Sisterhood of Stone Chapel will be having a sweets and a hot dog plate sale on Saturday, October 6, starting at 11 am. Cakes, cookies, pies, funnel cakes, and homemade ice cream will be for sale. Hot dog plates will be sold for $7 each and will include 2 beef hot dogs, French fries, […]

Buffalo Presbyterian Church in Sanford will host its annual Fall Bazaar on Saturday, October 13th from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon. We will have ham and sausage biscuits, cakes, pies and more. There will also be crafts, canned goods, cookbooks, autumn flowers, and more. Raffle Tickets for a Gas Grill, Davidson's steaks Gift Card for […]

The Sanford Area Photography Club will meet Thursday, October 18 at 7 pm at the Mann Center in Sanford. This month’s guest speaker is Kelly Hazen Krug discussing “Photographing Frozen Bubbles.” This month’s photo contest topic is “Minimalism.” For more information visit sanfordareaphotoclub.com or the Facebook page at “Sanford Area Photo Club (SAPC).”

The Sandhills Antique Farm Equipment Club will have a Swap Meet and Flea Market from 8am til Dusk on Saturday, October 20th at Sandhills Farm Park in Lillington. General Admission is $2 – Vendor Space is Still Available. Visit safeclubinc.org for more information.

Tramway Baptist Church is hosting its 28th Annual Harvest Sale and Auction on Saturday, October 20, from 8 am to 7 pm. Join them for a Bake and Craft Sale, Children’s Activities, Auction, Gospel Singing, and home-cooked Barbeque and Chicken Dumplins for $8 a plate. All proceeds will go to the building fund. For more […]

Culdee Presbyterian Church in West End is hosting a Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 20 for 10 am to 7 pm. Visit the Country Store, Kids Corner, and Gift Shop. Raffles, food, and more.

Trinity Lutheran Church, located at 525 Carthage Street in Sanford will host its 2nd Annual Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 20, from 11:00 AM until 2:00 PM. This event features traditional Oktoberfest fare, including bratwurst, sauerkraut, potatoes, rolls and dessert. Music will be provided by the Hill Family Band. Tickets are only $8 each and all […]

The Sanford Brush and Palette Club will hold its annual art show in the Hales Center in Sanford October 20 through the 27th. Over 1000 works from local artist will be on display. The event is free and open to the public. Show hours are 11 to 6 on October 20; 1 to 6 on […]

The Sandhills Natural History Society will meet Monday, October 22, at 7pm at Weymouth Woods Auditorium in Southern Pines. Ornithologist and Botanist Bruce Sorrie will present 'To Yellowstone and Back,' covering recent travel adventures with wildflowers, animals, and birds. Vistors welcome! Call 910-692-2167 for more information or visit online at www.sandhillsnature.org.

Fayetteville Area Habitat for Humanity is interested in speaking with individuals and families displaced during the recent hurricanes. The next town hall style meeting will take place Tuesday, October 23 at 6 pm at the Systel Distro Center in Fayetteville. For more information visit FayettevilleNCHabitat.org.

Fayetteville Area Habitat for Humanity is interested in speaking with individuals and families displaced during the recent hurricanes. The next town hall style meeting will take place Thursday, October 25 at 6 pm at Covenant Love Church on Dunn Road in Fayetteville. For more information visit FayettevilleNCHabitat.org.

It’s time for the 17th Annual No Scare Fair on Saturday, October 27 at the Dennis Wicker Civic Center in Sanford. Tickets are only $6 each and can be purchased at the Piggly Wiggly on Horner Blvd. For more information visit facebook.com/HavenInLeeCo.

Chatham Animal Rescue & Education will host the Wags to Witches Family Fun Festival on Saturday, October 27 from 3 to 8 pm at Fair Game Beverage Company in Pittsboro. Enjoy family activities, vendors, music, food trucks and more. Dogs on leash are welcome, and you can have your dog microchipped during the festivities!

Linden Lodge in Aberdeen presents the Spooktacular Haunted Trail on Saturday, October 27 from 5 to 9 pm. Scare zones for all ages and family fun. Tickets are $5 for adults. Proceeds support the Linden Lodge Foundation. For more info call Deb Holmes at 910-817-5902.

The Salvation Army of Lee County is hosting the Kettle Krush Golf Classic on Tuesday, October 30 at Quail Ridge Golf Course in Sanford. Registration is $60 per person or $240 per team and includes lunch and prizes. Proceeds will help “krush” poverty. For more info or the sign up visit LeeArmy.org.