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.

This season the American Red Cross asks you to give the gift that means so much by donating blood or platelets. Whispering Pines Animal Hospital is hosting a blood drive on Saturday, December 28th from 8:30 am to 1 pm.   To schedule an appointment, visit redcrossblood.org.

Start the new year enjoying nature with Triangle Land Conservancy for a New Year’s Day hike at White Pines Nature Preserve on Wednesday, January 1st starting at 9 am.  Enjoy a relaxed and social hike with multiple stops to learn about the ecology and history of the preserve. This is a free event, but pre-registration […]

Culdee Presbyterian Church in West End is offering a New Year’s Day meal on Wednesday, January 1st, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. For just $10 per plate, you can enjoy a delicious meal of pork loin, collards, black-eyed peas, and dessert. All proceeds will benefit the Carthage Food Pantry and Presbyterian Disaster Assistance for […]

The Moore Philharmonic Orchestra, a volunteer community orchestra is recruiting talented and committed individuals who are interested in joining.  Prospective musicians should plan to attend their Spring Open House Fundraiser and Registration event starting at 4:00 pm on Thursday, January 9th at Panera Bread in Southern Pines. ​Registration form will open at 6pm. Board members will be […]

Start the New Year by donating blood or platelets!  Your donation can make a life-saving difference.  Jonesboro Presbyterian Church in Sanford is hosting a blood drive on Friday, January 10th from 1:00 pm to 5:30 pm.  To schedule your appointment visit RedCrossBlood.org.