...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, AUGUST 13
...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)
...CareNet Counseling, in partnership with O'Quinn-Peebles-Phillips Funeral Home & Crematory, will offer a grief support group. The group will meet at 6pm at the Lillington Community Center; a meal will be provided. (607 S. 13th St., Lillington, 910-897-8930)
...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)
THURSDAY, AUGUST 15
...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)
...Salemburg will hold a town hall meeting at 8pm; the meeting is open to the public. (100 Methodist Dr., Salemburg, 910-525-5650)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 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)
SATURDAY, AUGUST 17
...Pastors Eric & Angelia White will hold an informational meeting about the new Bread of Life Church. The meeting will begin at 9:30am at the Dunn Public Library. (110 E. Divine St., Dunn, 919-729-2627)
...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)
MONDAY, AUGUST 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, AUGUST 20
...The Harnett County Board of Elections will hold an educational seminar about vote photo ID requirements. The seminar will begin at 6pm at the Harnett County Governmental Complex Commons Area. It is free and open to the public. (307 W. Cornelius Harnett Blvd., Lillington, 910-893-7553)
...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 "Bulls & Barrels" rodeo event will take place at 7:30pm at Chamber Park. Admission is $7; children 5 and under will be admitted free. (355 J. Lee Rd., Benson, 919-894-3825)
...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)
THURSDAY, AUGUST 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 Harnett County Board of Elections will hold an educational seminar about vote photo ID requirements. The seminar will begin at 6pm at the Harnett County Governmental Complex Commons Area. It is free and open to the public. (307 W. Cornelius Harnett Blvd., Lillington, 910-893-7553)
...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, AUGUST 23
...The town of Clayton will host a free movie night at the Town Square. Food trucks and vendors will be on site at 6pm; "Bumble Bee" will begin at dark. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. (110 W. Main St., Clayton, 919-553-5002)
SATURDAY, AUGUST 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)
MONDAY, AUGUST 26
...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)
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28
...The "I Love Beach Music" concert series will present Jim Quick & Coastline at the Mann Center of North Carolina. The concert will begin at 7:30pm; tickets start at $10. (507 N. Steele St., Sanford, 919-775-5273)
THURSDAY, AUGUST 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)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 30
...Ernest Simmons VFW Post 6722 will host a steak dinner from 5:30pm til 8pm. Plates will be available for $12 each. (409 S. Main St., Lillington, 910-893-3706)
SATURDAY, AUGUST 31
...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)
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3
...The Harnett County Veterans Council will meet at 6pm at the Harnett County Veterans Office. (817 S. 8th St., Lillington, 910-893-7574)
...The Harrells Town Hall meeting will begin at 6pm, and is open to public. (373 Tomahawk Hwy, Harrells, 910-532-4040)
...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, SEPTEMBER 5
...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)
...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)
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7
...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)
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9
...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, SEPTEMBER 10
...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)
...CareNet Counseling, in partnership with O'Quinn-Peebles-Phillips Funeral Home & Crematory, will offer a grief support group. The group will meet at 6pm at the Lillington Community Center; a meal will be provided. (607 S. 13th St., Lillington, 910-897-8930)
...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)
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12
...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 "Oliver!" at 2pm. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
...The Lupus Foundation of America, NC Chapter, will host a support group meeting at 6:00pm at 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)
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13
...Cental Carolina Community College and the Dementia Alliance of North Carolina will host a Caregivers Summit at the Harnett Health Sciences Center. The summit will meet from 8am til 3:30pm; registration fees include lunch and all sessions. The cost is $5 per caregiver. Professional caregivers pay $50, which includes up to 4 CEUs. (51 Red Mulberry Way, Lillington, 919-719-6765)
...Temple Theatre will present "Oliver!" at 2pm and 7:30pm. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14
...The Johnston County Extension Master Gardener Volunteers will host "Birds, Bees, Butterflies, and Growing Pollinator Gardens" from 8:30am til 4pm. The symposium is open to all gardeners and nature lovers, and will be held at the Johnston County Center. Register online at www.JoCoMGBBB.com. (2736 Hwy 210, Smithfield, 919-989-5380)
...The Selma Saturdays Arts & Crafts Market will be held from 9am til 1pm at the Gazebo, in the back parking lot of the Town Hall. Enjoy live local entertainment and shop for handcrafted items from local artists. (E. Anderson St., Selma, 919-965-9841/ext 8003)
...The 46th Annual Crepe Myrtle Celebration will be held from 10am til 3pm in downtown Angier. The event will include games, inflatables, arts & crafts, food and other vendors, penny social, live entertainment, and more. (Hwy 210 & Broad St., Angier, 919-639-2500)
...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 Bentonville Volunteer Fire Department, Ebenzer United Methodist Church, and the Bentonville Community will host a fundraiser at Rudy's Barn. Barbecue pork or fried chicken plates will be available from 11am til 7pm, for $10 each. An auction will follow at 7pm. Proceeds will assist Tim Westbrook with medical expenses. (2920 Harper House Rd., Four Oaks, 919-369-2058)
...VFW Post #7547 will host a steak supper fundraiser from 6pm til 7pm. (150 Veterans Lane, Clinton, 910-385-5582)
...The Second Saturday Sing will begin at 7pm at Baptist Chapel Church. Everyone is welcome to participate. (2256 Baptist Chapel Rd., Autryville, 910-590-3232)
...Temple Theatre will present "Oliver!" at 7:30pm. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15
...Temple Theatre will present "Oliver!" at 2pm. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16
...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, SEPTEMBER 17
...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)
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
...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 "Oliver!" at 2pm. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
...Salemburg will hold a town hall meeting at 8pm; the meeting is open to the public. (100 Methodist Dr., Salemburg, 910-525-5650)
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
...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)
...The 32nd Annual Benson Mule Days Tee Off will take place at Reedy Creek Golf Course. Hot dogs will be served from 11:30am til 1pm. Tee time is 1pm, rain or shine; a barbecue dinner will follow. Entry fees are $60 per player. (585 Reedy Creek Rd., Four Oaks, 919-894-3825)
...Temple Theatre will present "Oliver!" at 2pm and 7:30pm. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
...The town of Clayton will host a free movie night at the Town Square. Food trucks and vendors will be on site at 6pm; "Grease" will begin at dark. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. (110 W. Main St., Clayton, 919-553-5002)
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21
...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)
...Temple Theatre will present "Oliver!" at 7:30pm. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22
...Temple Theatre will present "Oliver!" at 2pm. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23
...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)
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
...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)
...Temple Theatre will present "Oliver!" at 2pm. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
...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, SEPTEMBER 27
...Temple Theatre will present "Oliver!" at 2pm and 7:30pm. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
...Ernest Simmons VFW Post 6722 will host a steak dinner from 5:30pm til 8pm. Plates will be available for $12 each. (409 S. Main St., Lillington, 910-893-3706)
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28
...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)
...The Rotary Club of Angier will host an art auction and local art sale from 10am til 4pm at the Angier Depot. Art will be displayed in the Depot until the auction closes at 2pm. Outdoor vendor spaces are available for $25 with a $25 value auction donation, or $50 with no donation. Only one artist per technique will be permitted. (Hwy 210 & Broad St., Angier, angceroli@gmail.com)
...Temple Theatre will present "Oliver!" at 7:30pm. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29
...Temple Theatre will present "Oliver!" at 2pm. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
...The Carolina Ballet will present "Carmen" at 8pm in Memorial Auditorium at the Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
...The North Carolina Symphony will present "Russian Nights" at 8pm in Meymandi Concert Hall at the Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
...Benson Parks & Recreation Department will the Singing Grove Movie Night. "Sing" will be shown at dusk. Free popcorn will be provided. In case of rain, the movie will be shown at the Civic Center. (400 E. Main St., Benson, 919-894-5117)
...The Carolina Ballet will present "Carmen" at 8pm in Memorial Auditorium at the Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
...The North Carolina Symphony will present "Russian Nights" at 8pm in Meymandi Concert Hall at the Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
...Benson Parks & Recreation Department will the Singing Grove Movie Night. "Sing" will be shown at dusk. Free popcorn will be provided. In case of rain, the movie will be shown at the Civic Center. (400 E. Main St., Benson, 919-894-5117)
...Corinth F.W.B. Church will host a 2nd Saturday Sing at 7pm. Everyone is welcome to participate. (Centennial Lane Rd., Falcon, 910-567-6888)