...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)
...Bethel O.F.W.B. Church will hold Vacation Bible School registration from 6pm til 7pm for "Game On: Gearing Up for Life's Big Game." (3168 Hwy 96 S., Four Oaks, 919-608-5235)
...Friendship Baptist Church will hold Vacation Bible School from 6pm til 9pm. A meal will be served. "Game On: Gearing Up for Life's Big Game" will offer classes for ages 3 to adult. (6778 US Hwy 401 S., Bunnlevel, 704-437-1184)
THURSDAY, JULY 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)
...The Central Carolina Community College Small Business Center will offer a free seminar at Triangle South Enterprise Center. "Tax Planning and Reporting for a Small Business" will meet from 5pm til 6pm. (600 S. Magnolia Ave., Dunn, 910-892-2884)
...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)
...Bethel O.F.W.B. Church will hold Vacation Bible School, "Game On: Gearing Up for Life's Big Game," from 6pm til 9pm. Dinner will be served. (3168 Hwy 96 S., Four Oaks, 919-608-5235)
...Friendship Baptist Church will hold Vacation Bible School from 6pm til 9pm. A meal will be served. "Game On: Gearing Up for Life's Big Game" will offer classes for ages 3 to adult. (6778 US Hwy 401 S., Bunnlevel, 704-437-1184)
FRIDAY, JULY 13
...Bethel O.F.W.B. Church will hold Vacation Bible School, "Game On: Gearing Up for Life's Big Game," from 6pm til 9pm. Dinner will be served. (3168 Hwy 96 S., Four Oaks, 919-608-5235)
...The Erwin Area Chamber of Commerce will host the "Blue Jean Boogie" street dance in downtown Erwin. It will begin at 7pm, featuring the Lenny Epps Revue Band. ('H' St., Erwin, 910-591-4207)
...Spring Lake Parks & Recreation will host "Screen on the Green" outdoor movie night at Mendoza Park. "Jumangi" will begin at 7:30pm. (1770 Little River Rd., Spring Lake, 910-436-0011)
...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 Ashley Holland. Admission is $12; the public is invited to attend. (211 N. Clinton Ave., Dunn, www.hasadance.com)
SATURDAY, JULY 14
...Manna Church Capital Area will host a free yard sale from 7am til 12noon. Gently used clothing, toys, and household goods will be available; free coffee and doughnuts will be served. (7904 NC Hwy 55, Willow Spring)
...Coats Harvest Queens will present Coats Family Fun Day at the Coats Community Center. From 9am til 2pm, there will be a cruise-in, arts & crafts, local vendors, bounce houses, bake sale, and community yard sale. All proceeds will go to the Coats Beautification Committee, for new town Christmas decorations. (127 S. McKinley St., Coats, 910-703-6857)
...The Clayton Rugby Football Club will present the Cotton Town 7's Rugby Festival at East Clayton Community Park. Activities will take place from 9am til 6pm, including live entertainment and games in three divisions. Admission is free. (1774 Glen Laurel Rd., Clayton, 330-618-5474)
...The River Rat Regatta on the Neuse will take place from 10am til 2pm at Smithfield Town Commons. Team and boat check-in will begin at 9am. Boats and paddles must be built with only cardboard, glue, and duct tape. Life jackets are required. (200 S. Front St., Smithfield, 919-934-2148)
...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)
...Bethel O.F.W.B. Church will hold Vacation Bible School, "Game On: Gearing Up for Life's Big Game," from 2pm til 5pm. Dinner and activities will follow from 5pm til 9pm. (3168 Hwy 96 S., Four Oaks, 919-608-5235)
...VFW Post #7547 will host a steak supper fundraiser from 6pm til 7pm. (150 Veterans Lane, Clinton, 910-385-5582)
SUNDAY, JULY 15
...Bethel O.F.W.B. Church will hold Vacation Bible School, "Game On: Gearing Up for Life's Big Game," from 10am til 11am; commencement will take place during the 11am service. A spaghetti lunch will be served at 12noon; donations will be accepted. (3168 Hwy 96 S., Four Oaks, 919-608-5235)
MONDAY, JULY 16
...Smithfield Recreation & Aquatic Center will hold a pottery camp for ages 8 to 15. Sessions will take place from 9am til 12noon through Friday. Registration fees are $85 for Smithfield residents and $110 for non-residents; a $20 bag of clay must be purchased at the front desk. (600 Booker Dairy Rd., Smithfield, 919-934-1408)
...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, JULY 17
...Benson Center for Active Aging will hold Disaster Day from 12noon til 5pm. It will include presentations, demonstrations, and drills by the Benson Police and Fire Departments and Johnston County Emergency Services. The event will take place in the Parks & Recreation multi-purpose room. (1204 N. Johnson St., Benson, 919-701-1477)
...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, JULY 18
...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, JULY 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)
...The Central Carolina Community College Small Business Center will offer a free seminar at Triangle South Enterprise Center. "Time Management for a Small Business" will meet from 5pm til 6pm. (600 S. Magnolia Ave., Dunn, 910-892-2884)
...The Clayton Town Square Concert Series will be held from 6:30pm til 9:30pm, featuring Who's Bad. Admission is free. (110 W. Main St., Clayton, 919-553-1545)
...The Beach Music Series on the Farm at 42 will present the Entertainers at 6:30pm. Food trucks will be on site. Tickets are $10 in advance. (1075 Lynch Rd., Selma, 919-750-5464)
...Salemburg will hold a town hall meeting at 8pm; the meeting is open to the public. (100 Methodist Dr., Salemburg, 910-525-5650)
FRIDAY, JULY 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)
...Benson Parks & Recreation Department will host the Singing Grove Movie Night. "Lego Ninjago" will begin at dusk. Free popcorn will be provided. (1204 N. Johnston St., Benson, 919-894-5117)
SATURDAY, JULY 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)
...Ernest Simmons VFW Post #6722 will hold a Christmas in July event from 11am til 4pm. It will include DJ Butch Halpin & the Carolina Sounds Beach Show, food trucks, games, dunk tank, and military equipment displays. Donations or unwrapped toys are requested, to benefit Toys for Tots. (409 S. Main St., Lillington, 910-893-3706)
...A Back 2 School Bash will be held at Benson Revival Deliverance Center from 12noon til 3pm. The event will include music, health screenings, bouncy houses, and games. Free food, socks and shoes, bookbags, and school supplies will be available. (711 E. Branch St., Benson, 910-890-8062)
...The Church @ Clayton Crossings will host a Hymn Sing Spectacular at 7pm. The show will feature hymns, gospel and convention style singing, comedy, 20-piece orchestra, and a choir of performers from Johnston and surrounding counties. Tickets are $15 in advance and $18 at the door; group discounts are available. A portion of each ticket will support iChoose Pregnancy Support Services of Clayton. (11407 US Bus. W., Clayton, 860-386-5154)
...Raleigh Little Theatre's Teens Onstage/Teens Backstage will present the musical adaptation of Shakespeare's "The Tempest" at 7:30pm in the Gaddy-Goodwin Teaching Theatre. (301 Pogue St., Raleigh, 919-821-3111)
SUNDAY, JULY 22
...The Museum of the Cape Fear will host a presentation by Civil War writer Michael Hardy at 2pm in the first floor multi-purpose room. He will talk about his latest book, General Lee's Immortals: The Battles and Campaigns of the Branch-Lane Brigade in the Army of Northern Virginia, 1861 - 1865. (801 Arsenal Ave., Fayetteville, 910-500-4243)
...Raleigh Little Theatre's Teens Onstage/Teens Backstage will present the musical adaptation of Shakespeare's "The Tempest" at 3pm in the Gaddy-Goodwin Teaching Theatre. (301 Pogue St., Raleigh, 919-821-3111)
...Point Level Disciples of Christ Church will host its annual Ushers' Anniversary Program at 4pm. Rev. Dr. Deron McLamb will be the guest speaker. (286 Vann Rd., Clinton, 910-564-2841)
MONDAY, JULY 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)
TUESDAY, JULY 24
...The Coats Library will hold a bowling bash for young children at 10:30am. (29 E. Main St., Coats, 910-230-1944)
...The Central Carolina Community College Small Business Center will offer a webinar, "The 5 Factors Small Business Owners Must Measure to Increase Revenue and Profit," from 1pm til 2:30pm. (910-892-2884)
WEDNESDAY, JULY 25
...Harnett County Veterans Services will host a Veterans Experience Clinic from 8am til 5pm at the Dunn Community Center at Tart Park. Veterans and family members can get assistance with VA claims and appeals. Please bring DD214's, all medical records about your disability (military and civilian), and dependency documents. (205 Jackson Rd., Dunn, 910-893-7574)
...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, JULY 26
...Harnett County Veterans Services will host a Veterans Experience Clinic from 8am til 5pm at the Dunn Community Center at Tart Park. Veterans and family members can get assistance with VA claims and appeals. Please bring DD214's, all medical records about your disability (military and civilian), and dependency documents. (205 Jackson Rd., Dunn, 910-893-7574)
...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)
...Harnett County Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 12noon til 5pm at Anthem Church. Appointments are encouraged. (455 W. Depot St., Angier, 919-414-6151)
...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 will offer a free seminar at Triangle South Enterprise Center. "Selling a Small Business in Harnett County--Essential Resources" will meet from 2pm til 4pm. (600 S. Magnolia Ave., Dunn, 910-892-2884)
...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, JULY 27
...Harnett County Veterans Services will host a Veterans Experience Clinic from 8am til 5pm at the Dunn Community Center at Tart Park. Veterans and family members can get assistance with VA claims and appeals. Please bring DD214's, all medical records about your disability (military and civilian), and dependency documents. (205 Jackson Rd., Dunn, 910-893-7574)
...St. John P.H. Church will hold its Vacation Bible School kick-off at 5:45pm; a meal will be served. A sleepover will follow, but a parent or guardian must stay with the child. Breakfast will be served at 8:30am Saturday. "Polar Blast" VBS activities for all ages will last from 9am til 12noon. After lunch, outside water fun will be held from 1pm til 3pm. (276 St. Johns Church Rd., Four Oaks, 919-583-3723)
...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)
...Benson Little Theatre's Summer Workshop for grades 6 through 12 will present "Disney's Beauty and the Beast Jr." The performance will begin at 7:30pm at W.J. Barefoot Auditorium. Admission is $12. (303 E. Church St., Benson, 919-894-3825)
...Raleigh Little Theatre's Teens Onstage/Teens Backstage will present the musical adaptation of Shakespeare's "The Tempest" at 7:30pm in the Gaddy-Goodwin Teaching Theatre. (301 Pogue St., Raleigh, 919-821-3111)
SATURDAY, JULY 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)
...Clayton Youth Theater will present "Bye Bye Birdie" at 2pm at the Clayton Center. Tickets are $12 for adults and $6 for students 18 and under. (111 E. Second St., Clayton, 919-553-1737)
...Benson Little Theatre's Summer Workshop for grades 6 through 12 will present "Disney's Beauty and the Beast Jr." The performance will begin at 7:30pm at W.J. Barefoot Auditorium. Admission is $12. (303 E. Church St., Benson, 919-894-3825)
...Raleigh Little Theatre's Teens Onstage/Teens Backstage will present the musical adaptation of Shakespeare's "The Tempest" at 7:30pm in the Gaddy-Goodwin Teaching Theatre. (301 Pogue St., Raleigh, 919-821-3111)
SUNDAY, JULY 29
...Anderson Creek Christian Center will observe its Homecoming Celebration Family & Friends Day at 10:45am. Pastor Angela Blue will speak, with performances by the P.E. Mass Choir and the Legacy Mime Ministry. (1680 Will Lucas Rd., Linden, 910-497-4350)
...Benson Little Theatre's Summer Workshop for grades 6 through 12 will present "Disney's Beauty and the Beast Jr." The performance will begin at 3pm at W.J. Barefoot Auditorium. Admission is $12. (303 E. Church St., Benson, 919-894-3825)
...Raleigh Little Theatre's Teens Onstage/Teens Backstage will present the musical adaptation of Shakespeare's "The Tempest" at 3pm in the Gaddy-Goodwin Teaching Theatre. (301 Pogue St., Raleigh, 919-821-3111)
TUESDAY, JULY 31
...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)
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)
...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)
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)
...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)
...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)
...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)
...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 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)
...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 910-892-4325/nursery 910-987-8816)
...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
...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)
...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 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
...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)
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)
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)