THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15
...Cape Fear Friends of the Fine Arts will present the University Chamber Ensembles at 8pm at Campbell University. (98 T.T. Lanier Street, Buies Creek, 910-893-1495)
...Salemburg will hold a town hall meeting at 8pm; the meeting is open to the public. (100 Methodist Dr., Salemburg, 910-525-5650)
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16
...Raven Rock State Park will host "Nature's Seedlings" at 10am. Children ages 3 to 7 are invited to explore the world of nature through games, exploration, interaction, and crafts; kids must be accompanied by an adult throughout the program. Meet at the Visitor Center. (3009 Raven Rock Rd., Lillington, 910-893-4888)
...Temple Theatre will present "The Fire of Freedom" at 12:30pm and 7:30pm. Tickets are $15. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
...Neil S. Stewart Lodge #556 will host a pancake supper from 5pm til 8pm. Plates will be available for $7 each; proceeds will benefit the Masonic Home for Children in Oxford. (Masonic Dr., Erwin, 910-890-3321)
...Neuse Little Theatre will present Thornton Wilder's "Our Town" at 8pm at the Hut, the American Legion Log Cabin. Tickets are $13 in advance and $15 at the door. (104 Front St., Smithfield, 919-934-1873)
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 17
...The town of Spring Lake will take part in the America Recycles Day Fall Litter Sweep. Meet at the Senior Center at 9am. Electronics will be accepted for recycling from 9am til 1pm in the parking lot across from the town hall. (Ruth St., Spring Lake, 910-497-8821)
...The Cumberland County Friends of the Library will host a public book sale from 9:30am til 2pm. Enter the sale through the back door of the Headquarters Library. (300 Maiden Lane, Fayetteville, 910-483-7727)
...The Tobacco Farm Life Museum will host "Stepping into the Past" from 10am til 3pm, featuring hands-on activities, demonstrations, and displays of traditional arts, crafts, and trades. Activities are included with regular museum admission; some materials may require additional costs. (709 N. Church St., Kenly, 919-284-3431)
...Beulah Baptist Church will hold a plate sale from 11am til 7pm. Barbecue pork and chicken pastry plates will be available for $8 each. (3140 NC Hwy 242 S., Benson)
...Ebenezer Presbyterian Church will celebrate harvest day from 11am til 7pm. Chicken or pork plates will be available for $9 each; baked goods and crafts will be sold. (2900 Ebenezer Church Rd., Coats, 910-987-7230)
...Lanwood Chapel will host a "poor man's dinner" beginning at 4pm. Donations will be accepted. (3056 Buffalo Rd., Smithfield, 919-262-6200)
...Temple Theatre will present "A Salute to Tony Bennett" at 7:30pm. Tickets are $20. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
...Neuse Little Theatre will present Thornton Wilder's "Our Town" at 8pm at the Hut, the American Legion Log Cabin. Tickets are $13 in advance and $15 at the door. (104 Front St., Smithfield, 919-934-1873)
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18
...The Cumberland County Friends of the Library will host a public book sale from 1pm til 4pm. Enter the sale through the back door of the Headquarters Library. (300 Maiden Lane, Fayetteville, 910-483-7727)
...The Cumberland County Friends of the Library will host an author event with Elliot Engel at the Headquarters Library. His presentation, "Andy Griffith: Master of Mayberry" will begin at 2pm. (300 Maiden Lane, Fayetteville, 910-483-7727)
...The Coats Area Chamber of Commerce will host a re-grand opening reception from 3:30pm til 4:45pm at its new office, followed by a Christmas tree lighting ceremony at 5pm. The Harvest Court and Triton Key Club will collect new, unwrapped toys for Santa & Friends and Toys for Tots. (chamber-29 E. Main St./tree-Hwys 55 & 27, Coats, 910-897-6213)
...Cape Fear Friends of the Fine Arts will present "Bluegrass Mass" by the University Choral Society at 4pm in Butler Chapel at Campbell University. (60 T.T. Lanier Street, Buies Creek, 910-893-1495)
...Temple Theatre will present "Sail On: The Beach Boys Tribute" at 7:30pm. Tickets start at $20. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 19
...The Harnett County Board of Commissioners will meet at 7pm in the meeting room of the Harnett County Administration Building; the meeting is open to the public. (102 E. Front St., Lillington, 910-893-7555)
...The Erwin Planning and Board of Adjustments will meet at 7pm in the Town Hall meeting room. The meeting is open to the public. (100 W. F St., Erwin)
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 20
...The Fuquay-Varina Town Board will meet at 7pm in the Town Hall. The meeting is open to the public. (121 N. Main St., Fuquay-Varina, 919-552-4947)
...Temple Theatre will present the Embers' Christmas Show at 7:30pm. Tickets start at $20. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
...The Autryville Town Hall meeting will begin at 7:30pm, and is open to the public. (215 S. Gray St., Autryville, 910-525-4567)
...The Turkey Town Hall meeting will begin at 7:30pm, and is open to the public. (51 Market St., Turkey, 910-592-7273)
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 21
...Clayton community churches, businesses, civic groups, and non-profit organizations will host Thanksgiving community meals for those in need. Meals will be served from 11am til 2pm at the Clayton Civitan Club (340 McCullers St.) and from 5pm til 7pm at Clayton First Baptist Church (411 N. Fayetteville St.). Free tickets are available through Tuesday, November 20th at Clayton Area Ministries (704 E. Main St.) and St. Ann Catholic Church (4057 US 70 Bus W). Based on supply, limited tickets may be available at the door. (Clayton, 919-550-0614)
...Angier area churches will partner to provide a free, hot Thanksgiving meal to those in need. The meal will be served from 6pm til 8pm at the Angier Depot. (19 W. Depot St., Angier, 919-639-2500)
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 22
...Raven Rock State Park will host "Hike for Your Health" beginning at 9am. Participants ages 12 and up should be able to hike 3 to 6 miles on trails that can be flat, hilly, and include steps; the route can be adjusted as needed. Meet at the Visitor Center. (3009 Raven Road Rd., Lillington, 910-893-4888)
...A grief support group will meet at First Choice Community Health Center. The meeting will begin at 1pm. Please call if you plan to attend. (40 Autumn Fern Trail, Lillington, 910-892-7548)
...The Benson Board of Commissioners will meet at 7pm in the Benson Conference Center, at the back of the Town Hall. The meeting is open to the public. (303 E. Church St., Benson, 919-894-3553)
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 23
...Gilbert Theater will present "It's a Wonderful Life" at 8pm. (116 Green St., Fayetteville, 910-678-7186)
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 24
...Calvary Baptist Church will host a country buffet breakfast from 7am til 10:30am. Donations will be appreciated; take-out plates will be available for $5. (283 Hwy 55 E., Dunn)
...The Tobacco Farm Life Museum will host "Stepping into the Past" from 10am til 3pm, featuring hands-on activities, demonstrations, and displays of traditional arts, crafts, and trades. Activities are included with regular museum admission; some materials may require additional costs. (709 N. Church St., Kenly, 919-284-3431)
...Spring Lake Recreation & Parks will host a free game night at the Spring Lake Recreation Center. From 4pm til 8pm, play board games, cards, dominoes, and more. (245 Ruth St., Spring Lake, 910-436-0011)
...Gilbert Theater will present "It's a Wonderful Life" at 8pm. (116 Green St., Fayetteville, 910-678-7186)
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 25
...Gilbert Theater will present "It's a Wonderful Life" at 2pm. (116 Green St., Fayetteville, 910-678-7186)
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 26
...The Erwin Christmas tree lighting ceremony will be held at 6:30pm. (910-591-4207)
...The Spring Lake Board of Aldermen will meet at 7pm in the Grady Howard Conference Room in the Municipal Building. The meeting is open to the public. (300 Ruth St., Spring Lake, 910-436-0241)
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 27
...The Four Oaks Christmas celebration and tree lighting will be held at Barbour's Grove Park from 5pm til 7pm. (919-963-4004)
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 28
...The FTCC Small Business Center will present "Using Google Tools for Business" from 6pm til 9pm in room 114 of the general classroom building. (2817 Fort Bragg Rd., Fayetteville, 910-678-8496)
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29
...Raven Rock State Park will host "Hike for Your Health" beginning at 9am. Participants ages 12 and up should be able to hike 3 to 6 miles on trails that can be flat, hilly, and include steps; the route can be adjusted as needed. Meet at the Visitor Center. (3009 Raven Road Rd., Lillington, 910-893-4888)
...Temple Theatre will present "It's a Wonderful Life: The Radio Play" at 2pm. Tickets start at $15. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
....The Angier Chamber of Commerce will host Christmas on the Square from 5:30pm til 8pm at Depot Square / Ellington Grounds. The event will include hayrides, kids' activities, entertainment, live Nativities, Christmas tree lighting, and more. (19 W. Depot St., Angier, 919-639-2500)
...The Dunn Christmas tree lighting celebration will be held from 6pm til 7:30pm. The event will include performances by choruses from Harnett Primary, Wayne Avenue, and Dunn Middle Schools. (Broad St. & Wilson Ave., Dunn, 910-892-4113)
...Smith Chapel Disciples in Christ Church will hold revival services at 7:30pm. Pastor Robert Earl Williams will speak. (1795 Noble St., Selma, 919-221-9781)
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30
...The Harnett County Family Caregiver Support Program will hold its 7th annual holiday craft fair from 10am til 4pm in the commons area of the Harnett County Governmental Complex. A hot dog lunch will be available; proceeds will fund the DSS Christmas Cheer program for elderly shut-ins in Harnett County. (309 W. Cornelius Harnett Blvd., Lillington, 910-814-6075)
...Temple Theatre will present "It's a Wonderful Life: The Radio Play" at 2pm and 7:30pm. Tickets start at $15. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
...The Cumberland County Headquarters Library will host a lecture by artist Leo Twiggs at 5pm. (300 Maiden Lane, Fayetteville, 910-483-7727)
...Raleigh Little Theatre will present the musical comedy "Cinderella" at 7:30pm in the Cantey V. Sutton Theatre. (301 Pogue St., Raleigh, 919-821-3111)
...Smith Chapel Disciples in Christ Church will hold revival services at 7:30pm. Pastor Robert Earl Williams will speak. (1795 Noble St., Selma, 919-221-9781)
...Gilbert Theater will present "It's a Wonderful Life" at 8pm. (116 Green St., Fayetteville, 910-678-7186)
...Givens Performing Arts Center at UNC-Pembroke will present the 10th Annual UNC-P Holiday Extravaganza at 8pm. Tickets are $12; proceeds will support music scholarships. (1 University Dr., Pembroke, 910-521-6361)
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1
...The Four Oaks Christmas celebration will be held from 9am til 2pm; the theme is "A Fairytale Christmas." The parade will begin at 11am. (Main St., Four Oaks, 919-963-4004))
...The Angier Christmas parade will begin at 10am, followed by the 1st annual Christmas Vendor Fair from 11am til 3pm at Depot Square. (19 W. Depot St., Angier, 919-639-2500)
...The Newton Grove Christmas parade will start at 10am.
...The Tobacco Farm Life Museum will host "Stepping into the Past" from 10am til 3pm, featuring hands-on activities, demonstrations, and displays of traditional arts, crafts, and trades. Activities are included with regular museum admission; some materials may require additional costs. (709 N. Church St., Kenly, 919-284-3431)
...The Princeton Christmas parade will start at 1pm.
...Raleigh Little Theatre will present the musical comedy "Cinderella" at 1pm and 5pm in the Cantey V. Sutton Theatre. (301 Pogue St., Raleigh, 919-821-3111)
...The Dunn Christmas parade will start at 2pm. (Broad St., Dunn, 910-892-4113)
...The Hope Mills Christmas parade will begin at 3pm.
...The Around Town Singers & Orchestra will present "A Clayton Christmas" at 7pm at the Clayton Center. Tickets are $18; group discounts are available. (111 E. Second St., Clayton, 919-553-1737)
...Benson Foundation for the Arts will present "A Christmas Story" at 7:30pm at W.J. Barefoot Auditorium. Tickets are $12 each. (303 E. Church St., Benson, 919-894-3825)
...Temple Theatre will present "It's a Wonderful Life: The Radio Play" at 7:30pm. Tickets start at $15. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
...The Fayetteville Symphony Orchestra will present "Home for the Holidays" at 7:30pm in Seabrook Auditorium at Fayetteville State University. (1200 Murchison Rd., Fayetteville, 910-433-4690)
...Gilbert Theater will present "It's a Wonderful Life" at 8pm. (116 Green St., Fayetteville, 910-678-7186)
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2
...Raleigh Little Theatre will present the musical comedy "Cinderella" at 1pm and 5pm in the Cantey V. Sutton Theatre. (301 Pogue St., Raleigh, 919-821-3111)
...Temple Theatre will present "It's a Wonderful Life: The Radio Play" at 2pm. Tickets start at $15. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
...Gilbert Theater will present "It's a Wonderful Life" at 2pm. (116 Green St., Fayetteville, 910-678-7186)
...Benson Foundation for the Arts will present "A Christmas Story" at 3pm at W.J. Barefoot Auditorium. Tickets are $12 each. (303 E. Church St., Benson, 919-894-3825)
...The Fuquay-Varina Christmas parade will start at 3pm. (919-552-4947)
...The Archer Lodge Christmas parade will begin at 3pm.
...The Wilson's Mills Christmas parade will start at 4pm.
...Givens Performing Arts Center at UNC-Pembroke will present "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, the Musical" at 4pm. Tickets start at $36. (1 University Dr., Pembroke, 910-521-6361)
MONDAY, DECEMBER 3
...The Harnett County Board of Commissioners will meet at 9am in the meeting room of the Harnett County Administration Building; the meeting is open to the public. (420 McKinney Parkway, Lillington, 910-893-7555)
...The Johnston County Board of Commissioners will meet at 10am at the Johnston County Courthouse. (212 E. Market St., Smithfield, 919-989-5100)
...The Harnett County Board of Education will meet at 6:30pm in the Lillington Education Center; the meeting is open to the public. (900 11th St., Lillington, 910-893-8151)
...Cape Fear Friends of the Fine Arts will present the University Choir's "Christmas at Campbell" at 7pm in Butler Chapel at Campbell University. (60 T.T. Lanier Street, Buies Creek, 910-893-1495)
...The Erwin Christmas parade will start at 7pm. (910-591-4207)
...The Sanford Christmas parade will begin at 7pm.
...The Fuquay-Varina Town Board will meet at 7pm in the Town Hall. The meeting is open to the public. (121 N. Main St., Fuquay-Varina, 919-552-4947)
...The Sampson County Board of Commissioners will meet at 7pm in the County Administration Building. The meeting is open to the public. (435 Rowan Rd., Clinton)
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4
...Coats Christ Fellowship will host a Christian women's prayer fellowship at 10:30am. Participants are asked, but not required, to bring a snack or finger food. (396 Crawford Rd., Coats, 910-897-7880)
...The Harrells Town Hall meeting will begin at 6pm, and is open to public. (373 Tomahawk Hwy, Harrells, 910-532-4040)
...The Cleveland Area Christmas parade will start at 6:30pm.
...The Selma Christmas parade will begin at 7pm. (919-934-9166)
...The Smithfield Town Council will meet at 7pm in the Town Hall Council Chambers; the meeting is open to the public. (350 E. Market St., Smithfield, 919-934-2116)
...The Angier Board of Commissioners will meet at 7pm in the municipal board room; the meeting is open to the public.. (28 N. Raleigh St., Angier, 919-639-2071)
...The Clinton City Council meeting will begin at 7pm in the auditorium; the meeting is open to the public. (221 Lisbon St., Clinton, 910-592-1961)
...The Benson Planning Board will meet at 7pm in the Benson Conference Center, at the back of the Town Hall. The meeting is open to the public. (303 E. Church St., Benson, 919-894-3553)
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6
...Raven Rock State Park will host "Hike for Your Health" beginning at 9am. Participants ages 12 and up should be able to hike 3 to 6 miles on trails that can be flat, hilly, and include steps; the route can be adjusted as needed. Meet at the Visitor Center. (3009 Raven Road Rd., Lillington, 910-893-4888)
...Temple Theatre will present "It's a Wonderful Life: The Radio Play" at 2pm. Tickets start at $15. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
...The Coats Christmas celebration and parade will begin at 6pm. (McKinley St., Coats, 910-897-6213)
...CareNet Counseling and O'Quinn-Peebles-Phillips Funeral Home & Crematory will host a grief support group at 6pm. Dinner will be provided. Please RSVP for meeting location. (910-897-8930)
...The Clayton Center will host a grief care workshop, "Holiday Expressive Arts," from 6:30pm til 8:30pm. Participants will create a commemorative luminary. Children and teens are invited to participate with their parents. Registration is required. (111 E. Second St., Clayton, 919-719-7199)
...The Kenly Christmas parade will begin at 7pm.
...The Erwin Board of Commissioners will meet at 7pm in the Town Hall meeting room. The meeting is open to the public. (100 W. 'F' St., Erwin, 910-897-5140)
...Cape Fear Regional Theatre will present "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" at 7pm. (1209 Hay St., Fayetteville, 910-323-4233)
...Raleigh Little Theatre will present the musical comedy "Cinderella" at 7:30pm in the Cantey V. Sutton Theatre. (301 Pogue St., Raleigh, 919-821-3111)
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7
...Temple Theatre will present "It's a Wonderful Life: The Radio Play" at 2pm and 7:30pm. Tickets start at $15. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
...Benson Area Chamber of Commerce will host Christmas on Main, beginning at 5pm. The event will include food trucks, entertainment, classic car show, antique tractor show, tree lighting at 6:45pm, Christmas parade at 7pm, and a street dance. New, unwrapped toys will be collected for children in need in the Benson area. (919-894-3825)
...The Coats Senior Center will host "Christmas at the Center" at 6pm. The event will include dinner and a variety show. (214 E. Park St., Coats, 910-897-4616)
...Cape Fear Regional Theatre will present "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" at 7pm. (1209 Hay St., Fayetteville, 910-323-4233)
...Raleigh Little Theatre will present the musical comedy "Cinderella" at 7:30pm in the Cantey V. Sutton Theatre. (301 Pogue St., Raleigh, 919-821-3111)
...The Clayton Center will present a holiday show by the Fabulous Equinox Orchestra at 8pm; tickets are $35 each. (111 E. Second St., Clayton, 919-553-1737)
...Gilbert Theater will present "It's a Wonderful Life" at 8pm. (116 Green St., Fayetteville, 910-678-7186)
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8
...The Clinton Christmas parade will begin at 10am. (910-592-6177)
...The Tobacco Farm Life Museum will host "Stepping into the Past" from 10am til 3pm, featuring hands-on activities, demonstrations, and displays of traditional arts, crafts, and trades. Activities are included with regular museum admission; some materials may require additional costs. (709 N. Church St., Kenly, 919-284-3431)
...The Fayetteville Christmas parade will start at 11am. (910-483-8133)
...Raleigh Little Theatre will present the musical comedy "Cinderella" at 1pm and 5pm in the Cantey V. Sutton Theatre. (301 Pogue St., Raleigh, 919-821-3111)
...The Broadway Christmas parade will begin at 2pm.
...The Lillington Area Chamber of Commerce will host "A Storybook Christmas." Santa's Workshop will be open from 2pm til 4pm at the Lillington Community Center; kids 12 and under are invited. A community gathering and tree lighting will take place at 6pm at the old town hall, followed by the Christmas parade at 7pm. (comm ctr-607 S. 13th St./town hall-106 W. Front St., Lillington, 910-893-3751)
...Cape Fear Regional Theatre will present "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" at 2pm and 7pm. (1209 Hay St., Fayetteville, 910-323-4233)
...The Clayton Christmas parade will start at 3pm. (919-553-6352)
...The Micro Christmas parade will begin at 4pm.
...VFW Post #7547 will host a steak supper fundraiser from 6pm til 7pm. (150 Veterans Lane, Clinton, 910-385-5582)
...Benson Foundation for the Arts will present "A Christmas Story" at 7:30pm at W.J. Barefoot Auditorium. Tickets are $12 each. (303 E. Church St., Benson, 919-894-3825)
...Temple Theatre will present "It's a Wonderful Life: The Radio Play" at 7:30pm. Tickets start at $15. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
...Gilbert Theater will present "It's a Wonderful Life" at 8pm. (116 Green St., Fayetteville, 910-678-7186)
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9
...Raleigh Little Theatre will present the musical comedy "Cinderella" at 1pm and 5pm in the Cantey V. Sutton Theatre. (301 Pogue St., Raleigh, 919-821-3111)
...Cape Fear Regional Theatre will present "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" at 2pm. (1209 Hay St., Fayetteville, 910-323-4233)
...Temple Theatre will present "It's a Wonderful Life: The Radio Play" at 2pm. Tickets start at $15. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
...Gilbert Theater will present "It's a Wonderful Life" at 2pm. (116 Green St., Fayetteville, 910-678-7186)
...Benson Foundation for the Arts will present "A Christmas Story" at 3pm at W.J. Barefoot Auditorium. Tickets are $12 each. (303 E. Church St., Benson, 919-894-3825)
MONDAY, DECEMBER 10
...The Christian Women's After Five Connection will meet at 6:30pm at Triangle South Enterprise Center. (600 S. Magnolia Ave., Dunn, 919-820-1783)
...The Spring Lake Board of Aldermen will meet at 7pm in the Grady Howard Conference Room in the Municipal Building. The meeting is open to the public. (300 Ruth St., Spring Lake, 910-436-0241)
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11
...Dunn Christian Women's Connection will meet at 9am at Triangle South Enterprise Center. The cost is $11 for lunch; reservations are needed. A free nursery is available by reservation. (600 S. Magnolia Ave., Dunn, brunch 910-892-2789/nursery 919-820-1005)
...The Selma Town Council will meet at 6pm in the Selma District Court; the meeting is open to the public. (106 E. Anderson St., Selma, 919-965-9841)
...The Newton Grove Town Hall meeting will begin at 6:30pm, and is open to the public. (304 W. Weeksdale St., Newton Grove, 910-594-0827)
...The Garland Town Hall meeting will begin at 6:30pm, and is open to the public. (190 S. Church Ave., Garland, 910-529-4141)
...The Dunn City Council will meet at 7pm in the council chambers of the Dunn Municipal Building; the meeting is open to the public. (401 E. Broad St., Dunn, 910-230-3500)
...The Benson Board of Commissioners will meet at 7pm in the Benson Conference Center, at the back of the Town Hall. The meeting is open to the public. (303 E. Church St., Benson, 919-894-3553)
...The Lillington Town Council will meet at 7pm at the Lillington Community Center; the meeting is open to the public. (607 S. 13th St., Lillington, 910-893-2654)
...The Coats Board of Commissioners will meet at 7pm at the Town Hall; the meeting is open to the public. (25 E. Main St., Coats, 910-897-5183)
...The Roseboro Town Hall meeting will begin at 7pm, and is open to the public. (101 W. Pleasant St., Roseboro, 910-525-4121)
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12
...Central Baptist Church will host a Christmas carol sing at 7pm. (6050 Plain View Hwy, Dunn, 910-892-7914)
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13
...Raven Rock State Park will host "Hike for Your Health" beginning at 9am. Participants ages 12 and up should be able to hike 3 to 6 miles on trails that can be flat, hilly, and include steps; the route can be adjusted as needed. Meet at the Visitor Center. (3009 Raven Road Rd., Lillington, 910-893-4888)
...Temple Theatre will present "It's a Wonderful Life: The Radio Play" at 2pm. Tickets start at $15. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
...The Lupus Foundation of America, NC Chapter, will host a support group meeting at 6:00pm Holy Trinity Church. There is no charge to attend for those living with lupus, their families and caregivers. (2327 Clark Ave., Raleigh, 877-849-8271 ext 1)
...The Lupus Foundation of America, NC Chapter, will host a support group meeting at 6pm in the Wilson Parlor of First Presbyterian Church in Durham. There is no charge to attend for those living with lupus, their families and caregivers. (305 E. Main St., Durham, 877-849-8271 ext 2)
...The Smithfield Christmas parade will start at 7pm. (919-934-9166)
...Cape Fear Regional Theatre will present "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" at 7pm. (1209 Hay St., Fayetteville, 910-323-4233)
...Raleigh Little Theatre will present the musical comedy "Cinderella" at 7:30pm in the Cantey V. Sutton Theatre. (301 Pogue St., Raleigh, 919-821-3111)
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14
...Temple Theatre will present "It's a Wonderful Life: The Radio Play" at 2pm and 7:30pm. Tickets start at $15. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
...The Roseboro Christmas parade will start at 7pm.
...Cape Fear Regional Theatre will present "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" at 7pm. (1209 Hay St., Fayetteville, 910-323-4233)
...The Harnett Area Shag Association will host an event at the Dunn Shrine Center. Dinner will be served from 7:30pm - 9:00pm; please bring a side dish or dessert. Music will be provided by Blackwater Rhythm & Blues. Admission is $12; the public is invited to attend. (211 N. Clinton Ave., Dunn, www.hasadance.com)
...Raleigh Little Theatre will present the musical comedy "Cinderella" at 7:30pm in the Cantey V. Sutton Theatre. (301 Pogue St., Raleigh, 919-821-3111)
...Gilbert Theater will present "It's a Wonderful Life" at 8pm. (116 Green St., Fayetteville, 910-678-7186)
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15
...Christ's Community Christmas Closet will be open at the Benson Fire Department. Hours will be 9am til 11am for parents with referrals from local school counselors and churches, and 12n til 2pm for other Benson area residents. Toys may be donated at the Benson Area Chamber of Commerce office through December 10th. (fire dept-313 S. Elm St./chamber-122 E. Main St., Benson, 919-894-3825)
...The Tobacco Farm Life Museum will host "Stepping into the Past" from 10am til 3pm, featuring hands-on activities, demonstrations, and displays of traditional arts, crafts, and trades. Activities are included with regular museum admission; some materials may require additional costs. (709 N. Church St., Kenly, 919-284-3431)
...Raleigh Little Theatre will present the musical comedy "Cinderella" at 1pm and 5pm in the Cantey V. Sutton Theatre. (301 Pogue St., Raleigh, 919-821-3111)
...The Johnston County Chorus will present "A Christmas Spectacular" at 2pm and 7pm at the Clayton Center. Tickets are $16 for adults and $12 for kids 12 and under; group discounts are available. (111 E. Second St., Clayton, 919-553-1737)
...Cape Fear Regional Theatre will present "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" at 2pm and 7pm. (1209 Hay St., Fayetteville, 910-323-4233)
...The children, choir, and drama team of Central Baptist Church will present "A Family for Christmas" at 7pm. (6050 Plain View Hwy, Dunn, 910-892-7914)
...Temple Theatre will present "It's a Wonderful Life: The Radio Play" at 7:30pm. Tickets start at $15. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
...Gilbert Theater will present "It's a Wonderful Life" at 8pm. (116 Green St., Fayetteville, 910-678-7186)
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 16
...The children, choir, and drama team of Central Baptist Church will present "A Family for Christmas" at 10am. (6050 Plain View Hwy, Dunn, 910-892-7914)
...Raleigh Little Theatre will present the musical comedy "Cinderella" at 1pm and 5pm in the Cantey V. Sutton Theatre. (301 Pogue St., Raleigh, 919-821-3111)
...Cape Fear Regional Theatre will present "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" at 2pm. (1209 Hay St., Fayetteville, 910-323-4233)
...Temple Theatre will present "It's a Wonderful Life: The Radio Play" at 2pm. Tickets start at $15. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
...Gilbert Theater will present "It's a Wonderful Life" at 2pm. (116 Green St., Fayetteville, 910-678-7186)
MONDAY, DECEMBER 17
...The Harnett County Board of Commissioners will meet at 7pm in the meeting room of the Harnett County Administration Building; the meeting is open to the public. (102 E. Front St., Lillington, 910-893-7555)
...The Erwin Planning and Board of Adjustments will meet at 7pm in the Town Hall meeting room. The meeting is open to the public. (100 W. F St., Erwin)
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 18
...The Fuquay-Varina Town Board will meet at 7pm in the Town Hall. The meeting is open to the public. (121 N. Main St., Fuquay-Varina, 919-552-4947)
...The Autryville Town Hall meeting will begin at 7:30pm, and is open to the public. (215 S. Gray St., Autryville, 910-525-4567)
...The Turkey Town Hall meeting will begin at 7:30pm, and is open to the public. (51 Market St., Turkey, 910-592-7273)
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 19
...Cape Fear Regional Theatre will present "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" at 7pm. (1209 Hay St., Fayetteville, 910-323-4233)
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20
...Raven Rock State Park will host "Hike for Your Health" beginning at 9am. Participants ages 12 and up should be able to hike 3 to 6 miles on trails that can be flat, hilly, and include steps; the route can be adjusted as needed. Meet at the Visitor Center. (3009 Raven Road Rd., Lillington, 910-893-4888)
...Cape Fear Regional Theatre will present "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" at 7pm. (1209 Hay St., Fayetteville, 910-323-4233)
...Salemburg will hold a town hall meeting at 8pm; the meeting is open to the public. (100 Methodist Dr., Salemburg, 910-525-5650)
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21
...Raven Rock State Park will host "Nature's Seedlings" at 10am. Children ages 3 to 7 are invited to explore the world of nature through games, exploration, interaction, and crafts; kids must be accompanied by an adult throughout the program. Meet at the Visitor Center. (3009 Raven Rock Rd., Lillington, 910-893-4888)
...Cape Fear Regional Theatre will present "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" at 7pm. (1209 Hay St., Fayetteville, 910-323-4233)
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22
...Calvary Baptist Church will host a country buffet breakfast from 7am til 10:30am. Donations will be appreciated; take-out plates will be available for $5. (283 Hwy 55 E., Dunn)
...The Tobacco Farm Life Museum will host "Stepping into the Past" from 10am til 3pm, featuring hands-on activities, demonstrations, and displays of traditional arts, crafts, and trades. Activities are included with regular museum admission; some materials may require additional costs. (709 N. Church St., Kenly, 919-284-3431)
...Cape Fear Regional Theatre will present "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" at 2pm and 7pm. (1209 Hay St., Fayetteville, 910-323-4233)
MONDAY, DECEMBER 24
...Central Baptist Church will hold a starlight, outdoor Christmas Eve service at 8pm. (6050 Plain View Hwy, Dunn, 910-892-7914)
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 27
...Raven Rock State Park will host "Hike for Your Health" beginning at 9am. Participants ages 12 and up should be able to hike 3 to 6 miles on trails that can be flat, hilly, and include steps; the route can be adjusted as needed. Meet at the Visitor Center. (3009 Raven Road Rd., Lillington, 910-893-4888)
...A grief support group will meet at First Choice Community Health Center. The meeting will begin at 1pm. Please call if you plan to attend. (40 Autumn Fern Trail, Lillington, 910-892-7548)
...The Benson Board of Commissioners will meet at 7pm in the Benson Conference Center, at the back of the Town Hall. The meeting is open to the public. (303 E. Church St., Benson, 919-894-3553)
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 29
...The Tobacco Farm Life Museum will host "Stepping into the Past" from 10am til 3pm, featuring hands-on activities, demonstrations, and displays of traditional arts, crafts, and trades. Activities are included with regular museum admission; some materials may require additional costs. (709 N. Church St., Kenly, 919-284-3431)
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 30
...Temple Theatre will present Tommy Edwards & the Bluegrass Experience at 8pm. Tickets are $20. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)