...The Lillington Area Chamber of Commerce will host its Business Expo at Campbell University's John W. Pope Jr. Convocation Center. The expo will last from 9am til 3pm; admission is free. The State of the County Luncheon will be held during the expo; tickets are $15 each. (Main St., Buies Creek, 910-893-3751)
...Clayton Chamber of Commerce will host a lunch seminar by Demming Bass, of Google's Get Your Business Online Program. "Reach Your Customers Online with Google" will take place at the Gateway Event Center. Lunch will be served at 11:45; the presentation will begin at 12noon. Tickets are $20 for CCOC members and $25 for non-members. (501 Yates Dr., Clayton, 919-553-6352)
...The North Carolina Civil War & Reconstruction History Center will present the movie, "Our War," at Highland Presbyterian Church. The movie will begin at 7pm. There will be an update on the archaeological progress at Arsenal Park, and a discussion session with the filmmakers. Admission is free. (111 Highland Ave., Fayetteville, 336-416-4530)
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 1
...A free "Music for the Lunch Bunch" concert will begin at 12:15pm at First Presbyterian Church in Smithfield. Donations will be accepted. (215 S. Third St., Smithfield, 910-938-0306)
THURSDAY, AUGUST 2
...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 Central Carolina Community College Small Business Center in Harnett County will offer a free seminar at Triangle South Enterprise Center. "Credit Reporting for a Small Business" will meet from 5pm til 6pm. (600 S. Magnolia Ave., Dunn, 910-892-2884)
...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)
...Clayton Youth Theater will present "Bye Bye Birdie" at 7pm at the Clayton Center. Tickets are $12 for adults and $6 for students 18 and under. (111 E. Second St., Clayton, 919-553-1737)
...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)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 3
...Central Carolina Community College will host a cross country youth camp for ages 12 to 18. Mechanics Day activities will take place from 6pm til 8pm. Registration fee is $50. Register for Friday and Saturday camps for $100. (1105 Kelly Dr., Sanford, jashworth@cccc.edu)
...Clayton Youth Theater will present "Bye Bye Birdie" at 7pm at the Clayton Center. Tickets are $12 for adults and $6 for students 18 and under. (111 E. Second St., Clayton, 919-553-1737)
SATURDAY, AUGUST 4
...Central Carolina Community College will host a cross country youth camp for ages 12 to 18. RunDay/Fun Day activities will take place from 7am til 8pm. Registration fee is $75. Register for Friday and Saturday camps for $100. (1105 Kelly Dr., Sanford, jashworth@cccc.edu)
...Campbell University School of Medicine's Family Medicine Club will host the 4th Annual Camels on the Run 5K at the Irwin Belk Track. Events will begin at 8am; a lunch social will follow the race. Registration fees are $30 for 5K, $20 for a kids' half-mile race, and $10 for the social only. All proceeds will benefit the Campbell University Care Clinic. (143 Main St., Buies Creek)
...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 of New Beginnings Ministries will present its annual Back 2 School Jam at the Al Woodall Municipal Park in Erwin. From 12noon til 3pm, enjoy kickball, face painting, mimes, games, and free food. Over 100 free back packs filled with school supplies will be given away. (810 S. 16th St., Erwin, 910-709-9356)
...Selma Parks & Recreation will host an Urban Beach Party in uptown Selma from 4pm til 7pm. The event will include limbo and hula hoop contests, inflatable water slides, dunk tank, sand area, water balloon toss/fight, water relay races, and more. Admission is free. (S. Raiford St., between Anderson & Railroad, Selma, 919-965-9841)
...Lillington Baptist Church will host a community revival at 5pm, with Evangelist Mike Cummings. Music will be provided by Lumber River. Admission is free; no offering will be taken. (210 W. Lofton St., Lillington, 910-893-9151)
...Clayton Youth Theater will present "Bye Bye Birdie" at 7pm at the Clayton Center. Tickets are $12 for adults and $6 for students 18 and under. (111 E. Second St., Clayton, 919-553-1737)
SUNDAY, AUGUST 5
...Shady Grove Church will hold Vacation Bible School, starting with supper at 5:30pm. "Shipwrecked" activities begin at 6:15pm. (7605 Newton Grove Hwy, Spivey's Corner, 910-567-6689)
MONDAY, AUGUST 6
...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)
...Shady Grove Church will hold Vacation Bible School, starting with supper at 5:30pm. "Shipwrecked" activities begin at 6:15pm. (7605 Newton Grove Hwy, Spivey's Corner, 910-567-6689)
...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)
...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, AUGUST 7
...The Coats Library will hold a bubble blast for young children at 10:30am. (29 E. Main St., Coats, 910-230-1944)
...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)
...Shady Grove Church will hold Vacation Bible School, starting with supper at 5:30pm. "Shipwrecked" activities begin at 6:15pm. (7605 Newton Grove Hwy, Spivey's Corner, 910-567-6689)
...The Spring Lake Police Department will sponsor a free National Night Out Community Cookout from 5:30pm til 8pm. The event will include giveaways, games, bouncy house, safety tips, and more. It will be held at the Spring Lake Rec Center; bring lawn chairs. (245 Ruth St., Spring Lake, 910-436-0350)
...Dunn Crimestoppers and the Dunn Police Department will host National Night Out at Tyler Park. Activities will be held from 6pm til 8pm. The free event will include food, games, inflatables, karaoke, fun run, and more. (201 N. General Lee Ave., Dunn, 910-892-3282)
...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)
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 8
...A free "Music for the Lunch Bunch" concert will begin at 12:15pm at the Hut/American Legion Log Cabin in Smithfield. Donations will be accepted. (104 S. Front St., Smithfield, 910-938-0306)
...Shady Grove Church will hold Vacation Bible School, starting with supper at 5:30pm. "Shipwrecked" activities begin at 6:15pm. (7605 Newton Grove Hwy, Spivey's Corner, 910-567-6689)
...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)
THURSDAY, AUGUST 9
...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)
...Shady Grove Church will hold Vacation Bible School, starting with supper at 5:30pm. "Shipwrecked" activities begin at 6:15pm. (7605 Newton Grove Hwy, Spivey's Corner, 910-567-6689)
...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)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 10
...The Harnett Area Shag Association will host an event at the Dunn Shrine Center. Dinner will be served from 7:30pm til 9:00pm; please bring a side dish or dessert. Music will be provided by Justin Rouse. Admission is $12; the public is invited to attend. (211 N. Clinton Ave., Dunn, www.hasadance.com)
SATURDAY, AUGUST 11
...The 4th Annual Maxwell Road Endless Yard Sale will take place, rain or shine, beginning at 7am. The sale route will run approximately 30 miles through Cumberland and Sampson Counties. (910-990-0415)
...The Benson Chamber Education Committee and the Benson Area Ministries Association will distribute free school supplies at the Benson Fire Department from 9am til 11am. (313 S. Elm 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)
...Averasboro Battlefield Museum will present a living history event with the C/505 Parachute Infantry Regiment from 10:30am til 4pm. Admission is free. (3300 NC Hwy 82, Dunn, 910-892-3282)
...Banner Chapel Advent Christian Church will host a benefit for Kellie & Robert "Bert" Blackmon. Barbecue pork plates will be available from 11am til 7pm, for $10 each. An auction will begin at 7:30pm. (1771 Hwy 50 S., Benson, 919-625-5535)
...The Coats Farmers Festival Harvest Pageant will be held at 6pm in the D. Rich Building at Campbell University. Divisions range in age from newborn to 24 years; boys can compete up to age 2. Tickets are $12. (414 Judge Taylor Rd., Buies Creek, 910-897-6213)
...VFW Post #7547 will host a steak supper fundraiser from 6pm til 7pm. (150 Veterans Lane, Clinton, 910-385-5582)
SUNDAY, AUGUST 12
...Paradise Acres will host a cruise-in from 3pm til 8pm. Admission is free; cars, motorcycles, trucks, and tractors are welcome. There will be a playground, jumping castle, and train ride for kids; concessions will be available. (1965 John McMillan Rd., Hope Mills, 910-424-2779)
MONDAY, AUGUST 13
...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 14
...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 Central Carolina Community College Small Business Center in Harnett County will offer a free seminar at Triangle South Enterprise Center. "Best Business Expo Practices" will meet from 11:30am til 1pm. (600 S. Magnolia Ave., Dunn, 910-892-2884)
...The Central Carolina Community College Small Business Center in Harnett County will offer a webinar, "Business Blogging 101: Attract Your Next 1000 Customers" from 1pm til 2:30pm. (910-892-2884)
...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, AUGUST 15
...Salemburg will hold a town hall meeting at 8pm; the meeting is open to the public. (100 Methodist Dr., Salemburg, 910-525-5650)
THURSDAY, AUGUST 16
...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 Benson Area Chamber of Commerce will present Sundown in Downtown from 5:30pm til 8pm. Activities will take place at Singing Grove, including a free concert by Liquid Pleasure and Steve Hardy's Original Beach Party. In case of rain, the concert will move to the American Legion Building. (Main St., Benson, 919-894-3825)
...The Beach Music Series on the Farm at 42 will present Hip Pocket at 6:30pm. Food trucks will be on site. Tickets are $10 in advance. (1075 Lynch Rd., Selma, 919-750-5464)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 17
...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)
...Benson Parks & Recreation Department will host the Singing Grove Movie Night. "Thor Ragnarok" will begin at dusk. Free popcorn will be provided. (1204 N. Johnston St., Benson, 919-894-5117)
SATURDAY, AUGUST 18
...Cape Fear Youth Day will be held from 8am til 2pm at Wellons Farm. Youth 15 and under can participate in fishing, archery, sporting clays, retriever demonstrations, and more. Lunch will be provided. Admission is $10 per child. Advance registration is required; forms are available at www.capefearyouthday.com. (6445 Hwy 217, Linden, 919-608-3386)
...Central Carolina Community College will offer the course, "Surviving a Violent Attack" at the Harnett Main Campus. The class will meet from 8am til 5pm in Room 135 of the Miriello Building. Volunteer partners/trainers are from the Harnett County Sheriff's Department, Harnett County Emergency Services Department, and Lillington and Sanford Police Departments. The $85 registration fee includes lunch. (1075 E. Cornelius Harnett Blvd., Lillington, 910-814-8823)
...Lebanon Baptist Church will host a women's conference from 8:30am til 1:30pm, with guest speaker Dawn Smith Jordan. Lunch will be served. Admission is free; pre-register by August 13th. Donations will be accepted for a local women's shelter. (3329 Beard Rd., Eastover, 910-483-1988)
...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 20
...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 21
...The Coats Library will hold a ice cream social for young children at 10:30am. (29 E. Main St., Coats, 910-230-1944)
...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, AUGUST 23
...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 Central Carolina Community College Small Business Center in Harnett County will offer a webinar, "Social Media 101: The Good, the Bad, the Ugly, and the Why" from 1pm til 2:30pm. (910-892-2884)
...The Fayetteville Technical Community College Small Business Center will host a seminar from 6pm til 8pm. "LinkedIn for Business" will take place in Room 114 of the General Classroom Building. (2817 Ft. Bragg Rd., Fayetteville, 910-678-8496)
...The Clayton Town Square Concert Series will be held from 6:30pm til 9:30pm, featuring Spare Change. Admission is free. (110 W. Main St., Clayton, 919-553-1545)
...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, AUGUST 25
...Lillington First Missionary Baptist Church will host a Community Day Back to School Bash from 10am til 1pm. The free event will include food, face painting, games, activities, health screenings, and more. Register in advance for free school supplies for grades K-12; children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to receive supplies. Park at Wesley Chapel Church. (74 Irene Roberts Rd., Lillington, 910-814-6298)
...Zion Wall F.W.B. Church will celebrate 115 years with a Community Day event from 10am til 2pm. There will be free food, games, prizes, and activities for all ages. (4944 Wall St., Linden, 910-980-0808)
...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)
...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 Princeville Cultural Gala will begin at 7pm in the Fleming Building Atrium of Edgecombe Community College. The event will include food, music, art, special guests, and a silent auction. All proceeds will go towards the development of the Princeville Historic District site and the rebuilding of the community. (2009 W. Wilson St., Tarboro, 252-538-3038)
MONDAY, AUGUST 27
...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 28
...The Central Carolina Community College Small Business Center in Harnett County will offer a free seminar at the Indigo Room. "Drive New Business with Social Media" will meet from 11:30am til 1:30pm. (121 E. 'H' St., Erwin, 910-892-2884)
THURSDAY, AUGUST 30
...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 Fayetteville Technical Community College Small Business Center will host a seminar from 6pm til 9pm. "Bookkeeping Basics with QuickBooks" will take place in Room 114 of the General Classroom Building. (2817 Ft. Bragg Rd., Fayetteville, 910-678-8496)