Join NC Cooperative Extension Horticulture agent Matt Jones and the NC State master gardener volunteers of Chatham County for a workshop on the fundamentals of composting at home – Tuesday, November 19th at the Chatham County Agriculture and Conference Center in Pittsboro from 9:00 – 11:30 am. For more information and to register for the […]

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, November 19th  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. […]

The American Red Cross is asking donors to gather their friends and be there for patients by making a blood or platelet donation this holiday season. Bennett Baptist Church is hosting a blood drive on Friday, November 22 from noon to 5:00 pm at 68 Bonlee Street in Bennett. Visit redcrossblood.org to make an appointment.

The Women of the Biscoe Presbyterian Church are hosting their Annual Fall Bazaar on Saturday, November 23rd from 8:00  AM - 12 Noon. There will be plenty of items for sale including jewelry, handmade wood items, wreaths, bows and more.  There will also 1-pound bags of shelled Georgia Pecans for sale. So, stop by 108 […]

Turners Chapel Church Ladies Unity Circle are having a Fall Craft Bazaar Shopalooza on Saturday, November 23rd from 8:00 am  to 2:00 pm.  There will be plenty of baked goods, woodwork crafts, and other items for sale.  Come out to 1344 Colon Road in Sanford for some early Christmas shopping.

Six Sanford downtown churches are once again gathering together in fellowship during the Thanksgiving holidays for a Community Thanksgiving Service on Sunday, November 24th from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm. All are welcome to attend at 203 Hawkins Avenue. Everyone is encouraged to bring canned goods to donate to the Christian United Outreach Center. An […]

Our Saviour Lutheran Church is hosting their 2nd Annual Christmas Market on Saturday, December 7th from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.  Join them at 1517 Luther Way in Southern Pines for crafts, baked goods, music, a hot dog fundraiser and even pictures with Santa.  All are welcome to attend!

In Carthage, Yates Thagard Baptist Church is holding a Live Nativity Drama – December 7th & 8th from 5:00 - 7:00, Friday, December 13th 5:30 to 9:00 and Saturday, December 14th and Sunday December 15th from 5 to 9. This seven-scene, 35 plus minute walkthrough experience is designed to submerse you into the story Jesus’ […]

Get into the old-time Christmas spirit at the annual Christmas open house at the historic 1760 McLendon Cabin and 1820 Bryant House in Carthage from 1 to 4 on Sunday, December 8th. Enjoy festive decorations, live bluegrass music, refreshments, and more at this free family event hosted by the Moore County Historical Association and Friends […]

In Carthage, Yates Thagard Baptist Church is holding a Live Nativity Drama – Sunday, December 8th from 5:00 - 9:00; Friday, December 13th 5:30 to 9:00 and Saturday, December 14th and Sunday December 15th from 5 to 9. This seven-scene, 35 plus minute walkthrough experience is designed to submerse you into the story Jesus’ birth […]

Partners for Children and Families in Carthage is hosting their 2nd Annual Illuminate and Appreciate Teachers’ Holiday Garden now through January 6th. Each evening, the Village Green in Pinehurst will glow with roses and lilies, each one symbolizing a special teacher, child care provider, and educator. A suggested donation of $20 will dedicate a flower, […]

In Carthage, Yates Thagard Baptist Church is holding a Live Nativity Drama – Friday, December 13th 5:30 to 9:00 and Saturday, December 14th and Sunday December 15th from 5 to 9. This seven-scene, 35 plus minute walkthrough experience is designed to submerse you into the story Jesus’ birth at 3820 Vass Carthage Road. For more […]

Join the Christmas Bird Count happening December 14th through January 5th .  This national event is the longest-running community science bird project with over 100 years of data collected.  Whether you are an expert birder or just learning bird identification, participating with Wake Audubon is a great opportunity to improve your skills and explore new […]

In Aberdeen, Wreaths Across America will be at Bethesda Church Cemetery to Remember and Honor our veterans on Saturday, December 14 at 10 am through the laying of Remembrance wreaths on the graves of our country's fallen heroes. To learn more and to sponsor a wreath, please visit Wreaths Across America dot org and search […]

In Carthage, Yates Thagard Baptist Church is holding a Live Nativity Drama –  Saturday, December 14th and Sunday December 15th from 5 to 9. This seven-scene, 35 plus minute walkthrough experience is designed to submerse you into the story Jesus’ birth at 3820 Vass Carthage Road. For more information visit yatesthagard.org.

In Sanford, St. Luke United Methodist Church is hosting a Christmas Concert Celebration Saturday, December 14th from 6:30 to 8:00.  The Wicker Street Band is performing a Christmas Concert featuring the acapella group Triadic Vocals.  A donation of $10 per person or $25 per family is requested.  Proceeds will go toward buying toys for children […]

Celebrate the season at the Moore Philharmonic Orchestra's 20th Annual Holiday Concert on Saturday, December 14th  at 7:00 PM at Pinecrest High School's Lee Auditorium featuring popular holiday pieces. Doors open at 6 and admission is donation-based; any amount is graciously appreciated. Arrive early to purchase tickets for the Annual Themed Basket Raffle and enjoy […]

St. Luke United Methodist Church in Sanford is having their annual “Follow the Star, Follow the King” Christmas Cantata featuring members of the North Carolina Symphony on Sunday, December 15th at 11 am. Then from 5:30 to 7 come see and hear the story of Jesus’ birth at the drive-through the Live Nativity.

Join Zach’s Toy Chest for a Trans-Siberian Orchestra Tribute by The Origin on Tuesday, December 17th at 7:00 PM at the Fuquay Arts Center. All proceeds support Zach’s Toy Chest, a nonprofit that lifts the spirits of pediatric cancer patients by donating toys, games, books, and more to hospitals across North Carolina. To learn more […]

Race Against Drugs and Joshua’s Army Fights Fentanyl invite the public to attend the dedication of the 1st Billboard in Harnett County of “The Lost Faces of Fentanyl” on Saturday, December 21 at noon on US 401 Main Street at US 421 South in Lillington. To learn more visit raceagainstdrugsnc.org.