St. Luke United Methodist Church’s (Sanford) The Ark Ministry provides direct aid to some of its neighbors most in need. Currently the need is for blankets, toilet paper, and paper towels. If you can provide items for this ministry, contact the church at 919-776-2012.

Zach’s Toy Chest fights cancer one toy at a time. Currently, there is a NEW toy drive taking place through May 5th for North Carolina children ages zero to eighteen who are fighting cancer and other illnesses. There are drop off locations in Sanford, Pittsboro, and Greensboro. A list is provided on zachstoychest.org.

The Southern Lee Agriculture Department’s Annual Spring Plant Sale is on Saturday, April 15th from 10 until 2:00. There will be annuals, perennials, vegetables, hanging baskets and mixed planters. Southern Lee is located at 2301 Tramway Road in Sanford. The sale will be at the greenhouse next to the tennis courts. All monies go back […]

The Sandhills Farm Tour will be on Saturday, April 15th from 10 until 3. Explore four Moore County farms during this fun and educational self-driving tour. Rain or shine. This event is free, but a ticket is required. Information and tickets can be found at sandhillsfarmtour2023.eventbrite.com.

Jones Chapel United Methodist Church (89 Jones Chapel Road) in Sanford is holding their spring bazaar on Saturday, April 15th. Dinner will be BBQ or chicken pastry, vegetables, coleslaw, drink, and dessert. It will be served from 5:30 to 6:30. An auction will follow. Tickets are $10.00 per person. Take outs will be available.

The Habitat for Humanity of the Sandhills is holding a Faith Relations Lunch and Learn on April 18th from noon until 1 at the First Baptist Church (200 East New York Avenue) in Southern Pines. A “Lunch and Learn” is scheduled every third Wednesday of the month.

Meals on Wheels of the Sandhills’ Golf Event will be held on Wednesday, April 19th at Pinewild Country Club of Pinehurst. Shotgun starts at 9 am. A Lunch Buffet will be provided following the completion of the play. Entry fee is $180 per Person or $720 per Team. Go to mealsonwheelsofthesandhills.com to register.

The Whispering Pines Garden Club’s Spring Plant Sale will take place on Saturday, April 22nd, from 8 until noon. The sale includes perennials, annuals, hanging baskets, native plants. The sale will be at the Community Building 1320 Ray's Bridge Road in Whispering Pines. Proceeds go towards Garden Club educational events as well as helping maintain […]

Party for the Pine 2023 will take place this year on Saturday, April 22nd from 10 until 3. Join the celebration for the oldest known living longleaf pine in the world, right here at Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve. Event parking will be available at Weymouth Center for the Arts at 555 East Connecticut Avenue […]

The Rose Garden Club of Liberty’s Annual Plant Sale will occur on Saturday, April 22nd starting at noon. The sale will be at American Legion Post 81 (604 South Greensboro Street) in Liberty. There will be annuals, perennials, container plants, shrubs, ground cover and more. Proceeds go toward community projects to help beautify the town.

Cameron Presbyterian Church’s (600 Carthage Street, Cameron) Sunday concert series continues April 23rd at 4:00 with a feature performance provided by New Horizons Band in the Pines, directed by Molly Wilson. The concert is a review of pop, jazz, and classical band entertainment. Under the direction of music director, Mary Rush of Cameron Presbyterian, this […]

A panel of resource specialists from the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission will present information on current initiatives with emphasis on efforts in the Sandhills. Join the Sandhills Natural History Society at 7:30 PM on Monday, April 24th at the Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve Visitor Center at 1024 Fort Bragg Road in Southern Pines.

The Helping Hand Clinic’s third annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser is scheduled for Saturday, May 6th at 8:30. The event will be held at the Sanford Golf Course (600 Golf Course Lane in Sanford). Registration fee is $100 and due by Friday, April 28th. Send Payment and registration form to: Helping Hand Clinic, Inc. 507 N. […]

The Red Cross Gala will take place on Thursday, April 27th from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at the Union Station (510 W Martin Street) in Raleigh. Individual tickets are $250 and can be purchased at redcross.org.

The Linden Lodge Foundation (2251 Linden Road) in Aberdeen is having a Shred It Event on Saturday, April 29th from 9 until noon. The event is free, but donations will be accepted.

Beulah Baptist Church (8454 Howard Mill Road) in Bennett is having a car, truck and tractor show on April 29th from 9 to 1. The show will be a family fun event for all ages! Pre-register at Beulah.com. Registration, admission, and lunch for your kind donation. Proceeds to benefit the Ebenezer Christian Children's Home in […]

The Maple Springs Community Church will present Mercy’s Well in concert on Sunday, April 30th at 11:00. The church is located at 6231 North Carolina Highway 22 in Ramseur. The concert is free, but there will be a love offering.

Triangle Land Conservancy and the Raleigh Astronomy Club are holding First Friday Under the Stars on Friday, May 5th from 7:30 until 11:00 pm. This event will take place at Three Bears Private Reserve (711 Beaver Dam Road) in Creedmoor. The event is free, but registration is required. Register at triangleland.org.

Three Rivers Land Trust’s Annual Naturalist Day Bird Walk will be held on Saturday, May 6th from 8 to 11. This will be an approximately 3-mile hike on trails at Low Water Bridge Preserve (860 Low Water Bridge Road) in Troy. For more information, visit threeriverslandtrust.org.

The Emmanuel Baptist Church (632 McCrimmon Road) in Carthage is holding a Chase Fraley Memorial Blood Drive on Saturday, May 6th from 9 to 2. All donors will receive a T-Shirt and a $20.00 gift card. Walk-ins are welcome but an appointment is encouraged. Visit oneblood.org to make an appointment.