Community Announcements

When your church, club or civic organization plans an event, let us know!  We'll help you get the word out!

Please send your information as early as possible--at least two weeks in advance of the event.  Remember to include the date, time, place, and cost of the event.  Please include a phone number we can share in case anyone calls us with other questions.  Send your community announcements to WCKB today!

 

Here are some of the upcoming events in our community...also check the Concert Update:

FRIDAY, AUGUST 18

...The Benson Center for Active Aging will host "The Celebration 2017" from 1pm til 4pm.  It will include health screenings, demonstrations, tours, vendors, games, and more.  Admission is free.  (1204 N. Johnson St., Benson, 919-894-2370)

...The Journey Church will hold Vacation Bible School from 6:30pm til 8:30pm.  "Camp Out: Getting S'more of Jesus" will offer activities for Pre-K through 5th grade.  (4191 Plain View Hwy, Dunn, 910-985-0229)

...Benson Parks & Recreation will host Movie Night at the Benson Singing Grove.  "The Secret Life of Pets" will be shown at dusk; free popcorn will be provided.  (400 E. Main St., Benson, 919-894-5117)

...Theatre Raleigh will present "The Secret Garden," based on the children's literature classic, at 8pm in Fletcher Opera Theatre in the Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts.  (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)

SATURDAY, AUGUST 19

...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 Averasboro Civil War Battlefield will host "Soldiers from the Old North State" from 10am til 4pm.  The event will include period re-enactors and demonstrations of camp life, marching, artillery, and more.  Admission is free.  (3300 NC Hwy 82, Dunn, 910-891-5019)

...The Youth Department of Temple of New Beginnings Ministries will present its annual Back to School Jam, from 12noon til 3pm at Greater Vision Fellowship.  The event will include live music, games, bounce houses, face painting, and food.  100 backpacks with school supplies will be given away; children must be present to receive a backpack.  (135 Dry Creek Rd., Lillington, 910-709-9356)

...Theatre Raleigh will present "The Secret Garden," based on the children's literature classic, at 2pm in Fletcher Opera Theatre in the Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts.  (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)

...Mt. Pisgah Harnett O.F.W.B. Church will host a pastoral celebration banquet honoring Bishop Reginald S. Hinton and First Lady Janet Hinton.  The semi-formal event will begin at 6:30pm at the Dunn Community Center.  Tickets are $20 for adults and $11 for youth.  (205 Jackson Rd., Dunn, 910-897-4514)

...The Journey Church will hold Vacation Bible School from 6:30pm til 8:30pm.  "Camp Out: Getting S'more of Jesus" will offer activities for Pre-K through 5th grade.  (4191 Plain View Hwy, Dunn, 910-985-0229)

...The Chairmen of the Board and the Executives will appear at the Dunn Shrine Center at 7pm.  General admission tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door, if available.  (211 N. Clinton Ave., Dunn, 910-385-7424)

...Theatre Raleigh will present "The Secret Garden," based on the children's literature classic, at 7pm in Fletcher Opera Theatre in the Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts.  (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)

SUNDAY, AUGUST 20

...The Averasboro Civil War Battlefield will host "Soldiers from the Old North State" from 12noon til 3pm.  The event will include period re-enactors and demonstrations of camp life, marching, artillery, and more.  Admission is free.  (3300 NC Hwy 82, Dunn, 910-891-5019)

...Theatre Raleigh will present "The Secret Garden," based on the children's literature classic, at 2pm in Fletcher Opera Theatre in the Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts.  (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)

...The Journey Church will hold Vacation Bible School from 6:30pm til 8:30pm.  "Camp Out: Getting S'more of Jesus" will offer activities for Pre-K through 5th grade.  (4191 Plain View Hwy, Dunn, 910-985-0229)

...Coats Christ Fellowship will host a kids' crusade service at 7pm.  It will include puppets, games, music, Bible lessons, and guest speaker, Evangelist Robby Parnell.  (9396 Crawford Rd., Coats, 910-658-6965)

...Theatre Raleigh will present "The Secret Garden," based on the children's literature classic, at 7pm in Fletcher Opera Theatre in the Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts.  (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)

MONDAY, AUGUST 21

...The Campbell University Astronomical Society and the College of Arts & Sciences will host a solar eclipse viewing at Barker-Lane Stadium.  Gates open at 12:30pm.  Special eclipse glasses will be distributed.  There will be a live feed of the eclipse on the stadium scoreboard.  (180 Wade Stewart Circle, Buies Creek)

...Central Carolina Community College will host solar eclipse viewing parties at 2pm.  Eclipse glasses will be distributed while supplies last.  Events will be held at:

--Harnett County main campus, outside of the Mirello Building (1075 E. Cornelius Harnett Blvd., Lillington, 910-893-9101)

--Lee County main campus, in the courtyard beside the Bell Welcome Center (1105 Kelly Dr., Sanford, 919-775-5401)

--Chatham County main campus, behind Building 41 (764 West St., Pittsboro, 919-542-6495)

--Siler City Center, outside on the lower level (400 Progress Blvd., Siler City, 919-545-8699)

...Coats Christ Fellowship will host a kids' crusade service at 7pm.  It will include puppets, games, music, Bible lessons, and guest speaker, Evangelist Robby Parnell.  (9396 Crawford Rd., Coats, 910-658-6965)


...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 22

...The CCCC Small Business Center will present a seminar, "Best Business Expo Practices" at 11:30am.  The cost is $10 for lunch.  The seminar will be held at the Dr. P.K. Vyas Center.  (Jackson Rd., Dunn, 910-892-2884)

...The CCCC Small Business Center will present at free webinar, "How to Create Customers and Clients by Speaking" at 6pm.  (910-892-2884)

...Coats Christ Fellowship will host a kids' crusade service at 7pm.  It will include puppets, games, music, Bible lessons, and guest speaker, Evangelist Robby Parnell.  (9396 Crawford Rd., Coats, 910-658-6965)

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23

...Coats Christ Fellowship will host a kids' crusade service at 7pm.  It will include puppets, games, music, Bible lessons, and guest speaker, Evangelist Robby Parnell.  (9396 Crawford Rd., Coats, 910-658-6965)

THURSDAY, AUGUST 24

...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 prayer service will be held from 12noon til 12:30pm around the Dunn Police Department's flag pole.  (401 E. Broad St., Dunn, 910-897-7880)

...Walker Memorial Funeral Home and Community Home Care & Hospice will sponsor a grief support group meeting at 1pm.  The meeting will be held at First Choice Community Health Center.  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, AUGUST 25

...Westfield Baptist Church will host a "Christmas in August" fundraiser.  A silent auction and barbecue dinner will begin at 6pm; tickets are $7 for adults and $4 for children ages 4 to 9.  A live auction will start at 7pm.  Proceeds will go to the Lottie Moon Christmas offering and CBF Global Missions offering.  (700 Ashe Ave., Dunn, 910-892-2216)

...Decades Rewind, featuring music from the 60's, 70's and 80's, will be presented at 7:30pm at Fletcher Opera Theatre at the Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts.  (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)

SATURDAY, AUGUST 26

...Lee's Chapel Advent Christian Church will host a country breakfast from 7am til 10am.  Donations will be accepted, to benefit the Women's Home & Foreign Mission Society and Camp Dixie King & Queen.  (4154 NC Hwy 96 S., Four Oaks, 919-963-2123)

...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 9th Annual Kellie's Krew Race will begin at the General William C. Lee Museum.  Registration will start at 7am.  The 10K run begins at 8:30am, the 5K run starts at 9am, and a 1-mile Fun Run will start at 10am.  Registration is $30 for the 10K and 5pm and $25 for the Fun Run.  Funds raised will benefit research and treatment of Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma.  (209 W. Divine St., Dunn, 910-892-3282)

...Bentonville Battlefield State Historic Site will present the Life on Campaign Summer Artillery Program from 9am til 4pm.  Infantry displays and demonstrations will showcase a common soldier's daily life during the Civil War.  (5466 Harper House Rd., Four Oaks, 910-594-0789)

...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)

...Falcon Church of God of Prophecy will hold a Back to School outreach from 9am til 12noon.  There will be a bounce house, snacks, and free school supplies.  Children must be present to receive supplies, guaranteed for the first 40 children.  (7141 Smithfield Hwy, Godwin, 910-624-0331)

...Lillington Church of God will host a Back to School Splash from 1pm til 4pm.  Enjoy games, water balloon, and water relay races.  (500 W. Old Rd., Lillington, 252-216-7650)

...Decades Rewind, featuring music from the 60's, 70's and 80's, will be presented at 7:30pm at Fletcher Opera Theatre at the Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts.  (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)

SUNDAY, AUGUST 27

...Contemporary Christian band, I Am They, will present a free concert at Central Baptist Church at 6pm.  (6050 Plain View Hwy, Dunn, 910-892-7914)

THURSDAY, AUGUST 31

...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)

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2

...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, SEPTEMBER 3

...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)

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5

...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 CCCC Small Business Center will present at free webinar, "YouTube for SmallBusiness" at 1pm.  (910-892-2884)

...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 7

...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)   

...Lanwood Chapel will host a testimony night at 7pm.  Anyone is welcome to give testimony.  (3056 Buffalo Rd., Smithfield, 919-262-6200) 

...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 9

...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 44th Annual Crepe Myrtle Celebration will be held from 10am til 3pm at Depot Square.  The event will include arts and crafts, games, rides, music, and more.  A penny social will begin at 3pm inside the Angier Depot.  (Hwy 210 & Broad St., Angier, 919-639-2500)

...The 28th Annual Four Oaks Acorn Festival will be held from 10am til 4pm.  Enjoy live music, face painting, parades, and more.  (N. Main St., Four Oaks, 919-963-4004)

...The Coats Farmers Festival Pageant will be held at 6pm at Coats Erwin Middle School.  There will be divisions for newborns--Mini Miss and Mister--through age 24--Harvest Queen.  Admission is $12.  (2833 NC 55, Dunn, 910-897-6213)

...VFW Post #7547 will host a steak supper fundraiser from 6pm til 7pm.  (150 Veterans Lane, Clinton, 910-385-5582)

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

...The CCCC Small Business Center will present at free seminar, "Things to Consider When Starting a Barber Shop/Salon" at 10am.  The seminar will be held in room 106 at Triangle South Enterprise Center.  (600 S. Magnolia Ave., Dunn, 910-892-2884)

...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 12

...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 910-892-4325)

...The CCCC Small Business Center will present at free webinar, "How to Rock the Podcast: Podcasting Secrets from Both Sides of the Mic" at 1pm.  (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 CCCC Small Business Center will present at free seminar, "Crowdfunding: The Alternative to Raising Capital," at 6pm.  The seminar will be held in room 106 at Triangle South Enterprise Center.  (600 S. Magnolia Ave., Dunn, 910-892-2884)

...The Cumberland County Friends of the Library will host an author visit at 6pm.  NC mountain writer Randy Johnson will speak at the Headquarters Library.  (300 Maiden Lane, Fayetteville, 910-483-7727)

...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, SEPTEMBER 13

...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, SEPTEMBER 14

...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 Annual Clayton Harvest & Music Festival will be held at Horne Square.  It will include music, vendors, rides, the final Clayton Idol Competition, and more.  Activities will start at 5pm.  (downtown Clayton, 919-553-6352)

...The CCCC Small Business Center will present at free seminar, "QuickBooks Part I," at 6pm.  The seminar will be held in room 1062 at Triangle South Enterprise Center.  (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)
  

...Carolina Ballet will present "The Ugly Duckling" at 8pm in Fletcher Opera Theater at the Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts.  (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15

...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  30th Annual Mule Days Tee Off will be held at Reedy Creek Golf Course.  Lunch will be served at 11:30am.  Play begins at 1pm, followed by a barbecue dinner.  (585 Reedy Creek Rd., Four Oaks, 919-894-3825)

...The Annual Clayton Harvest & Music Festival will be held at Horne Square.  It will include music, vendors, rides, and more.  Activities will start at 5pm.  (downtown Clayton, 919-553-6352)

...The Coats Senior Center will present "Burlap and Lace," a dinner and variety show, at 6pm.  The event will also include silent and live auctions.  Tickets are $30 each.  (214 E. Park St., Coats, 910-897-4616)

...The 6th Annual Farm Fest will begin at 6pm at The Farm at 95.  The festival will be headlined by Justin Moore and Muscadine Bloodline.  (215 Batten Rd., Selma, 919-750-5464)

...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 DJ Roy Childress.  Admission is $12; the public is invited to attend.  (211 N. Clinton Ave., Dunn, www.hasadance.com)

...The North Carolina Symphony will present "Harry Potter and the Sorcerers Stone" at 7:30pm in Memorial Auditorium at the Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts.  (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)

...Carolina Ballet will present "The Ugly Duckling" at 8pm in Fletcher Opera Theater at the Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts.  (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16

...The Annual Clayton Harvest & Music Festival will be held at Horne Square.  It will include music, vendors, rides, and more.  (downtown Clayton, 919-553-6352)

...The Selma Saturday Arts & Crafts Market will be held at the Gazebo, in the back parking lot of the town hall.  Enjoy live entertainment and hand-crafted items by local artists.  Vendors and entertainers are encouraged to apply.  (100 E. Anderson St., Selma, 919-965-9841)

...Horticulture Extension Agent Matt Jones and the Harnett County Extension Master Gardener Volunteers will host a workshop on the fundamentals of composting.  The workshop will take place from 9:30am til 11:30am at the Harnett County Agricultural Center.  Pre-registration is required.  (126 Alexander Dr., Lillington, 910-893-7530)

...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 Spivey's Corner Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department will host its 5th annual barbecue cook-off and plate sale fundraiser on Saturday, September 16th.  Plates will be available from 11am til 2pm and 4pm til 7pm, for $8 each.  Barbecue will also be sold in bulk, $7 per pound or $30 for 5 pounds.  (8200 Newton Grove Hwy, Dunn, 919-820-1909) 

...Carolina Ballet will present "The Ugly Duckling" at 2pm in Fletcher Opera Theater at the Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts.  (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)

...The North Carolina Symphony will present "Harry Potter and the Sorcerers Stone" at 7:30pm in Memorial Auditorium at the Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts.  (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)

...Carolina Ballet will present "The Ugly Duckling" at 8pm in Fletcher Opera Theater at the Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts.  (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17

...The Annual Clayton Harvest & Music Festival will be held at Horne Square.  It will include music, vendors, rides, and more.  (downtown Clayton, 919-553-6352)

...The North Carolina Symphony will present "Harry Potter and the Sorcerers Stone" at 2pm in Memorial Auditorium at the Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts.  (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)

...Carolina Ballet will present "The Ugly Duckling" at 2pm in Fletcher Opera Theater at the Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts.  (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)



MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

...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 19

...The CCCC Small Business Center will present at free seminar, "Building Brand Advocates for Business" at 11:30am at Triangle South Enterprise Center.  (600 S. Magnolia Ave., Dunn, 910-892-2884)

...The CCCC Small Business Center will present at free webinar, "Reaching Out to the Community and Building Your Business with Influencers" at 1pm.  (910-892-2884)

...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, SEPTEMBER 20

...Central Carolina Community College will host the 28th Annual Lee County Golf Classic at the Sanford Municipal Golf Course.  Play begins with shotgun starts at 8:30am and 1:30pm; lunch will be served.  Proceeds will support scholarships and other financial assistant for students.  (919-718-7231)

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21

...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 a Mule Days concert at 6pm, featuring Tim Hair and Amanda Daughtry.  Bring lawn chairs and picnics; there will be vendors on site.  (605 N. Wall St., Benson, 919-894-3825)

...The CCCC Small Business Center will present at free seminar, "QuickBooks Part II," at 6pm.  The seminar will be held in room 102 at Triangle South Enterprise Center.  (600 S. Magnolia Ave., Dunn, 910-892-2884)

...Clayton Women in Networking will host a night of inspiration and motivation with Dr. Tashni Dubroy at the Clayton Center.  The program will begin at 7:30pm; tickets are $40 each.  Register online at www.claytonwin.com.  (111 E. Second St., Clayton, 919-553-1737)

...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 22

...The North Carolina Symphony will present "An Evening of Rachmaninoff" at 8pm in Meymandi Concert Hall at the Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts.  (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

...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 Town of Selma, in conjunction with the Kenly Tobacco Farm Life Museum, will host Farm Day from 10am til 4pm.  Farm crafts, tools, and crops will be on display, and an architectural scavenger hunt will be held throughout the downtown area.  (114 N. Raiford St., Selma, 919-333-4899)

...St. Ann Catholic Church will host the 9th Annual International Food Festival from 11:30am til 6:30pm.  Enjoy foods from 20 countries, with international entertainment, children's games, and a silent auction.  Admission is free.  (4057 US 70 Bus. W., Clayton, 919-934-2084)

...Carolina Ballet will present "The Ugly Duckling" at 2pm in Fletcher Opera Theater at the Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts.  (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)

...The North Carolina Symphony will present "An Evening of Rachmaninoff" at 8pm in Meymandi Concert Hall at the Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts.  (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)

...Carolina Ballet will present "The Ugly Duckling" at 8pm in Fletcher Opera Theater at the Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts.  (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

...Carolina Ballet will present "The Ugly Duckling" at 2pm in Fletcher Opera Theater at the Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts.  (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)