THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4
...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 Johnston County Education Foundation will present its annual Adult Spelling Bee at Smithfield-Selma High School. Check-in begins at 5:30pm, with competition starting at 6:30pm. Entry fees are $150 per team; proceeds will provide scholarships for students and grants for teachers in Johnston County Public Schools. (700 E. Booker Dairy Rd., Smithfield)
...The Dunn Area Tourism Authority will host Boogie on Broad from 6pm til 9pm. Music will be provided by the Tonez. (Broad St. & Wilson Ave., Dunn, 910-892-3282)
...CareNet Counseling and O'Quinn-Peebles-Phillips Funeral Home & Crematory will host a grief support group at 6pm. Dinner will be provided. Please RSVP for meeting location. (910-897-8930)
...The Erwin Board of Commissioners will meet at 7pm in the Town Hall meeting room. The meeting is open to the public. (100 W. 'F' St., Erwin, 910-897-5140)
...Cape Fear Regional Theatre will present "Music City," a modern country musical, at 7:30pm. (1209 Hay St., Fayetteville, 910-323-4233)
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5
...The Cumberland County North Regional Library will host a pet adoption event from 1pm til 4pm. (855 McArthur Rd., Fayetteville, 910-822-1998)
...Adventist World Aviation will host its fall open house from 2pm til 6pm at the Johnston County Airport Terminal. Please RSVP to help in planning refreshments. (3149 Swift Creek Rd., Smithfield, 919-938-2920)
...The Erwin Denim Days street dance will be held from 7pm til 10pm, featuring the Lenny Epps Revue. ('H' St., Erwin, 910-591-4207)
...Cape Fear Regional Theatre will present "Music City," a modern country musical, at 7:30pm. (1209 Hay St., Fayetteville, 910-323-4233)
...The North Carolina Symphony Pops Series will present "Star Wars: A New Hope" at 8pm in Meymandi Concert Hall. The 1977 movie will be shown on the big screen, while the Symphony performs the John Williams score live. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
...Gilbert Theater will present "Godspell" at 8pm. (116 Green St., Fayetteville, 910-678-7186)
...Givens Performing Arts Center will present "A Night of John Williams," performed by the Fayetteville Symphony Orchestra, at 8pm. Tickets start at $26. (1 University Dr., Pembroke, 910-521-6361)
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6
...The Erwin Denim Days Festival will be held in downtown Erwin from 9am til 4pm. The parade will begin at 10am. ('H' St., Erwin, 910-591-4207)
...The American Red Cross will hold Disaster Action Team bootcamp training at the Smithfield Fire Department. Training will last from 9am til 3pm; a second session will be held on October 20th. After completing both sessions, if desired, you may be assigned to a Disaster Action Team in Johnston County. Registration is required. (111 S. 4th St., Smithfield, 919-231-1602)
...The Selma Railroad Days Festival will be held from 9am til 5pm in the uptown Selma antiques district. The event will include live entertainment, bounce houses, kids' activities, helicopter rides, truck and car show, Railroad Run, parade, vendors, and more. (114 N. Raiford St., Selma, 919-975-1411)
...The Love Center will present the All-America Car Show from 10am til 2pm. Vehicle registration entry fee is $25; categories are drag, Chevy car/truck, Ford car/truck, Dodge/Chrysler car/truck, and Classic 1957 and under. Free food will be available. (345 Jackson Rd., Dunn, 919-235-8451)
...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)
...Lanwood Chapel will host a spaghetti dinner from 11am til 5pm. Plates will be available for $7 each. (3056 Buffalo Rd., Smithfield, 919-262-6200)
...Carver Creek State Park will host the 3rd Annual Blast from the Past Festival from 11am til 5pm. The festival will offer hayrides and house tours; representatives from the Museum of the Cape Fear, NC Forest Service, Fascinate-U Children's Museum, Clark Park & Nature Center, and more will participate. (2505 Long Valley Rd., Spring Lake)
...Jonesboro Baptist Church will host a chicken pastry and barbecue plate sale from 11am til 7pm. Plates will be available for $8 each. An auction will begin at 6:30pm. (2020 Jonesboro Rd., Dunn)
...Cape Fear Regional Theatre will present "Music City," a modern country musical, at 2pm and 7:30pm. (1209 Hay St., Fayetteville, 910-323-4233)
...The Harnett County Sheriff's Office/Sheriff's Activities League will present the "Showdown at the Creek" boxing tournament at 4pm at the Campbell University Convocation Center. The Battle of the Badges event will feature the Harnett County Sheriff's Office and Emergency Services vs Wake County Law Enforcement, Fire, and Rescue. General admission tickets are $15 and ringside seats are $30; proceeds will benefit the Sheriff's PAL program. (56 Main St., Buies Creek, 910-890-5534)
...The Fayetteville Symphony Orchestra will present "A Night of John Williams" at 7:30pm in Huff Concert Hall at Methodist University. (5400 Ramsey St., Fayetteville, 910-433-4690)
...Gilbert Theater will present "Godspell" at 8pm. (116 Green St., Fayetteville, 910-678-7186)
...The North Carolina Symphony Pops Series will present "Star Wars: A New Hope" at 8pm in Meymandi Concert Hall. The 1977 movie will be shown on the big screen, while the Symphony performs the John Williams score live. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7
...Central Baptist Church will hold revival services at 8am, 10am, and 6pm with guest speaker Cameron Cloud and music by the Mylon Hayes Family. (6050 Plain View Hwy, Dunn, 910-892-7914)
...Trinity Lakeshore P.H. Church will celebrate homecoming at 10am. Travis & Michelle Gregory will preach and sing. (714 Carolina Dr., Dunn, 910-891-4549)
...Lee's Chapel Advent Christian Church will celebrate homecoming at 10:30am, with guest speaker Rev. Al Hutchings. Lunch will follow. (4154 NC Hwy 96 S., Four Oaks, 919-538-6015)
...Cape Fear Regional Theatre will present "Music City," a modern country musical, at 2pm and 6:30pm. (1209 Hay St., Fayetteville, 910-323-4233)
...The Coats Farmers Festival Harvest Pageant will be held at 4pm at Coats Elementary School. (585 Brick Mill Rd., Coats, 910-897-6213)
...Erwin Denim Days will conclude with a community choir musical. "Experiencing God" will begin at 6pm at First Baptist Church. (300 S. 12th St., Erwin, 910-591-4207)
...The North Carolina Symphony Pops Series will present "Star Wars: A New Hope" at 7pm in Meymandi Concert Hall. The 1977 movie will be shown on the big screen, while the Symphony performs the John Williams score live. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
...Gilbert Theater will present "Godspell" at 8pm. (116 Green St., Fayetteville, 910-678-7186)
MONDAY, OCTOBER 8
...Central Baptist Church will hold revival services at 6:30pm, with guest speaker Cameron Cloud and music by the Mylon Hayes Family. The Salt & Light Student Ministry will serve meals beginning at 5:30pm; donations will be accepted. (6050 Plain View Hwy, Dunn, 910-892-7914)
...The CCCC Small Business Center will present a free seminar at the Harnett Health Sciences Center. "How to Create, Write, and Update a Business Plan and/or Model" will last from 6:30pm til 9pm. (51 Red Mulberry Way, Lillington, 910-892-2884)
...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)
...Lanwood Chapel F.W.B. Church will hold revival services at 7pm, with Rev. Richard Whiteman. (3056 Buffalo Rd., Smithfield, 919-262-6200)
...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)
...Lee's Chapel Advent Christian Church will hold revival services at 7:30pm with Rev. Al Hutchings. (4154 NC Hwy 96 S., Four Oaks, 919-538-6015)
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 9
...Dunn Christian Women's Connection will meet at 9am at Triangle South Enterprise Center. The cost is $11 for lunch; reservations are needed. A free nursery is available by reservation. (600 S. Magnolia Ave., Dunn, brunch 910-892-2789/nursery 919-820-1005)
...The Selma Town Council will meet at 6pm in the Selma District Court; the meeting is open to the public. (106 E. Anderson St., Selma, 919-965-9841)
...Central Baptist Church will hold revival services at 6:30pm, with guest speaker Cameron Cloud and music by the Mylon Hayes Family. The Salt & Light Student Ministry will serve meals beginning at 5:30pm; donations will be accepted. (6050 Plain View Hwy, Dunn, 910-892-7914)
...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)
...Lanwood Chapel F.W.B. Church will hold revival services at 7pm, with Rev. Richard Whiteman. (3056 Buffalo Rd., Smithfield, 919-262-6200)
...The NC Institute of Political Leadership and the Clayton Chamber of Commerce will host a hometown debate at the Clayton Center. The free event will begin at 7pm. (111 E. Second St., Clayton, 919-553-6352)
...Lee's Chapel Advent Christian Church will hold revival services at 7:30pm with Rev. Al Hutchings. (4154 NC Hwy 96 S., Four Oaks, 919-538-6015)
...Cape Fear Friends of the Fine Arts will present the Sandhills Brass at 8pm in Scott Concert Hall at Campbell University. (98 T.T. Lanier Street, Buies Creek, 910-893-1495)
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 10
...The 6th Annual Lillington Area Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament will take place at Keith Hills Golf Course. Registration and lunch will begin at 11:30am, with a shotgun start and superball at 12:30pm. Entry fees are $60 per player. (2273 Keith Hills Rd., Lillington, 910-893-3751)
...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)
...Lanwood Chapel F.W.B. Church will hold revival services at 7pm, with Rev. Richard Whiteman. (3056 Buffalo Rd., Smithfield, 919-262-6200)
...Lee's Chapel Advent Christian Church will hold revival services at 7:30pm with Rev. Al Hutchings. (4154 NC Hwy 96 S., Four Oaks, 919-538-6015)
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 11
...The Recovering Hope Conference: Faith Driven Responses to the Opioid Crisis will be held from 8am til 5pm in Butler Chapel at Campbell University. Speakers will include Josh Stein, Dr. Monty Burks, Drew Brooks, and Greg Delaney. Registration is $30. (60 T.T. Lanier St., Buies Creek, publichealthcamels@gmail.com)
...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 Jim Quick & the Coastline Band 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 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)
...Lanwood Chapel F.W.B. Church will hold revival services at 7pm, with Rev. Richard Whiteman. (3056 Buffalo Rd., Smithfield, 919-262-6200)
...The Carolina Ballet will present "Dracula" at 8pm in Fletcher Opera Theater. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12
...Coats Farmers Festival events will begin at 6pm, with a gospel sing at the Depot. The Coats Lions Club "Pig in the Park Cook-Off" will start at 9pm. Also at 9pm, a concert will be held at the campground; admission is $8 for non-campers. (park-454 Park Lane, Coats, campground-118 Graham St., Coats; 910-897-6213)
...The North Carolina Symphony Classical Series will present "Rhapsody in Blue" at 8pm in Meymandi Concert Hall. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
...The Carolina Ballet will present "Dracula" at 8pm in Fletcher Opera Theater. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13
...Coats Farmers Festival events will begin at 8am with car & truck show registration on Lemon Street. A trail ride will begin at 9am at the campground on Graham Street. Live entertainment will begin at 10am at the Depot; the kids park, with inflatables and games, will open at the corner of Main and Railroad Streets. The farm equipment show starts at 10am on Railroad Street. The pig cook-off plate sale will be held at the community building on South McKinley Street, from 11am til the food runs out. The Farmers Day parade will begin at 1pm. A concert will be held at the campground on Graham Street at 9pm; admission is $8 for non-campers. (Coats, 910-897-6213)
...The Selma Saturday arts & crafts market will be open from 9am til 1pm at the Gazebo in the back parking lot of the Town Hall. The event will feature live local entertainment and hand-crafted items from local artists. (100 block, E. Anderson St., Selma, 919-975-1411)
...The Cumberland County Hope Mills Branch Library will host a pet adoption event from 10am til 2pm. (3411 Golfview Rd., Hope Mills, 910-425-8455)
...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 Church of Hope will host its annual barbecue pork plate sale from 11am til 5pm. Plates will be available for $8 each. The harvest auction will begin at 6pm. (Graves & W. Elizabeth Sts., Selma, 919-934-5670)
...New Zealand P.F.W.B. Church will host a barbecue chicken lunch and supper from 11am til 7pm. Plates will cost $8 each. An auction will begin at 5pm. (5312 Meadowbrook Rd., Benson, 919-894-4848)
...Stone's Creek Church will celebrate Harvest Day. Barbecue chicken plates will be available from 4pm til 7pm, for $8 each. An auction will begin at 7pm. (343 Woods Crossroads Rd., Benson, 919-894-2800)
...The North Carolina Symphony Classical Series will present "Rhapsody in Blue" at 8pm in Meymandi Concert Hall. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
...The Carolina Ballet will present "Dracula" at 2pm and 8pm in Fletcher Opera Theater. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
...VFW Post #7547 will host a steak supper fundraiser from 6pm til 7pm. (150 Veterans Lane, Clinton, 910-385-5582)
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14
...The Carolina Ballet will present "Dracula" at 2pm in Fletcher Opera Theater. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
...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, OCTOBER 15
...The CCCC Small Business Center will present a free seminar at the Harnett Health Sciences Center. "Marketing Matters: Importance of Customer Retention for a Small Business" will last from 6:30pm til 9pm. (51 Red Mulberry Way, Lillington, 910-892-2884)
...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, OCTOBER 16
...The Greater Smithfield-Selma Area Chamber of Commerce will host the Triangle East Business Expo at Carolina Premium Outlets. The expo will be held from 11am til 8pm, with music by the Main Event starting at 5pm. (1025 Outlet Center Dr., Smithfield, 919-934-9166)
...The CCCC Small Business Center will present a free seminar at the Red Barn. "The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: E-Newsletters for Small Business" will last from 11:30am til 1pm. (123 E. Depot St., Angier, 910-892-2884)
...The CCCC Small Business Center will present a webinar, "The Personal Finance Workshop for Business Owners" from 1pm til 2:30pm. (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 North Carolina Theatre will present "In the Heights" at 7:30pm in Memorial Auditorium. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
...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)
...Cape Fear Friends of the Fine Arts will present the Fayetteville Symphony Orchestra at 8pm in Scott Concert Hall at Campbell University. (98 T.T. Lanier Street, Buies Creek, 910-893-1495)
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17
...The North Carolina Theatre will present "In the Heights" at 7:30pm in Memorial Auditorium. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18
...The CCCC Small Business Center will present a free seminar at the Dunn Area History Museum. "How to Market a Small Business During Road Construction" will last from 8:30am til 10am. (Broad St., Dunn, 910-892-2884)
...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 Angier Senior Citizens Health Fair will be held from 10am til 2pm at the Angier - Black River Fire Department. Flu shots will be available. The NC Lions Club mobile screening unit will offer free vision and hearing exams. Free hot dogs, chips, and drinks will be served. (42 Bristol Ct., Angier, 919-639-2935)
...Temple Theatre will present "Ghost" at 2pm. Tickets start at $15. (120 Carthage St., Sanford, 919-774-4155)
...The North Carolina Theatre will present "In the Heights" at 7:30pm in Memorial Auditorium. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
...Salemburg will hold a town hall meeting at 8pm; the meeting is open to the public. (100 Methodist Dr., Salemburg, 910-525-5650)
...The Carolina Ballet will present "Dracula" at 8pm in Fletcher Opera Theater. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19
...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)
...Coats Senior Center will present "Burlap and Lace," a dinner and variety show; doors open at 5pm. The event will include silent and live auctions. Tickets are $30 each. (214 E. Park St., Coats, 910-897-4616)
...The Clayton Town Square Concert Series will be held from 6:30pm til 9:30pm, featuring the Breakfast Club. Admission is free. (110 W. Main St., Clayton, 919-553-1545)
...Manna Church will host a movie night at the Angier Depot/Ellington Grounds. "Sherlock Gnomes" will begin around 7pm, after sunset. Free popcorn and bottled water will be provided. (19 W. Depot St., Angier, 919-639-2500)
...The North Carolina Theatre will present "In the Heights" at 7:30pm in Memorial Auditorium. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
...Benson Parks & Recreation Department will host the Singing Grove Movie Night. "Coco" will begin at dusk. Free popcorn will be provided. (1204 N. Johnston St., Benson, 919-894-5117)
...The Carolina Ballet will present "Dracula" at 8pm in Fletcher Opera Theater. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
...Givens Performing Arts Center will present "Hotel California: A Salute to the Eagles" at 8pm. Tickets start at $31. (1 University Dr., Pembroke, 910-521-6361)
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20
...The Sandhills Antique Farm Equipment Club will host a swap meet/flea market at the Sandhills Farm Park. The event will take place from 8am til dark, rain or shine. Vendor and seller space fees are $20; general admission is $2. (200 Alexander Dr., Lillington, 910-984-4317)
...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)
...Bentonville Battlefield State Historic Site will host a fall festival from 10am til 4pm. Activities will include hayrides, corn shucking contest, 19th century farm life demonstrations, carnival games based on 19th century games, and more. (5466 Harper House Rd., Four Oaks, 910-594-0789)
...The Fall Gospel Explosion will be held in Raeford. Music will begin at 10:30am on the Hoke County Library Stage, featuring Heavenly Hearts, Jubilation, Zephaniah Young, and more. The event will include bouncers for kids, water slides, and train rides; concessions will be available. (334 N. Main St., Raeford, 910-802-4213)
...The North Carolina Theatre will present "In the Heights" at 2pm and 7:30pm in Memorial Auditorium. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
...The Carolina Ballet will present "Dracula" at 2pm and 8pm in Fletcher Opera Theater. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
...Singing for SAFE, a candlelight vigil and benefit concert, will be held at Scott Concert Hall at Campbell University. The event will begin at 6pm, featuring Kathryn Godwin Wise, Bobby Harrison, Chelsea Waddelow, Carlie Barbour, Janette Godwin, and Jeff Nelson. Admission is a $10 donation to benefit SAFE of Harnett County. (98 T.T. Lanier St., Buies Creek, 910-897-8448)
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21
...The North Carolina Opera will present "Norma" at 2pm in Memorial Auditorium. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
...The Carolina Ballet will present "Dracula" at 2pm in Fletcher Opera Theater. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
...The North Carolina Theatre will present "In the Heights" at 2pm and 7:30pm in Memorial Auditorium. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
...Central Baptist Church will host "Candy 'n' Cars" from 6pm til 8pm. (6050 Plain View Hwy, Dunn, 910-892-7914)
MONDAY, OCTOBER 22
...The CCCC Small Business Center will present a free seminar at the Harnett Health Sciences Center. "Merchandising: How to Price Products and Services for a Small Businesss" will last from 6:30pm til 9pm. (51 Red Mulberry Way, Lillington, 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)
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 25
...Benson Mule Days events will be held at various locations, including carnival rides, live entertainment, SRA Rodeo, and more. The complete schedule is available online at www.bensonmuledays.com.
...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 CCCC Small Business Center will present a webinar, "Small Business Lending" from 1pm til 2:30pm. (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)
...The Carolina Ballet will present "Dracula" at 8pm in Fletcher Opera Theater. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26
...Benson Mule Days events will be held at various locations, including carnival rides, live entertainment, SRA Rodeo, and more. The complete schedule is available online at www.bensonmuledays.com.
...Harnett Regional Theatre will present the musical "Good Ol' Girls" at 7:30pm at the Stewart Theater. (114 N. Wilson Ave., Dunn, 910-892-3282)
...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. Admission is $12; the public is invited to attend. (211 N. Clinton Ave., Dunn, www.hasadance.com)
...The Carolina Ballet will present "Dracula" at 8pm in Fletcher Opera Theater. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27
...Benson Mule Days events will be held at various locations, including carnival rides, live entertainment, SRA Rodeo, and more. The complete schedule is available online at www.bensonmuledays.com.
...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 Junior Women's League of Smithfield will host its 3rd annual Touch-a-Truck event from 10am til 2pm in downtown Smithfield. Children can see, touch, and safely explore big trucks and heavy machinery, and meet the people who run them. Admission is free. Proceeds from inflatables, face painting, and other activities will benefit the Miracle League of Johnston County. (200 S. Third St., Smithfield, 919-934-0887)
...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 North Carolina Symphony Young Peoples Concert will present "Halloween Spooktacular" at 1pm and 4pm in Memorial Auditorium. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
...The Carolina Ballet will present "Dracula" at 2pm and 8pm in Fletcher Opera Theater. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
...Harnett Regional Theatre will present the musical "Good Ol' Girls" at 7:30pm at the Stewart Theater. (114 N. Wilson Ave., Dunn, 910-892-3282)
...The Clayton Center will present "Roots & Boots," featuring Sammy Kershaw, Aaron Tippin, and Collin Raye. The concert will begin at 8pm; tickets are $50 each. (111 E. Second St., Clayton, 919-553-1737)
...Givens Performing Arts Center will present "Comte Dracula," a musical drama, at 8pm. Tickets start at $21. (1 University Dr., Pembroke, 910-521-6361)
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28
...Benson Mule Days events will be held at various locations, including carnival rides, live entertainment, SRA Rodeo, and more. The complete schedule is available online at www.bensonmuledays.com.
...The Carolina Ballet will present "Dracula" at 2pm in Fletcher Opera Theater. (2 E. South St., Raleigh, 919-996-8700)
...Harnett Regional Theatre will present the musical "Good Ol' Girls" at 2:30pm at the Stewart Theater. (114 N. Wilson Ave., Dunn, 910-892-3282)
MONDAY, OCTOBER 29
...The CCCC Small Business Center will present a free seminar at the Harnett Health Sciences Center. "Finding the Right Customers for Your Small Business by Helping Them Find You" will last from 6:30pm til 9pm. (51 Red Mulberry Way, Lillington, 910-892-2884)
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 31
...The Clayton Harvest Festival will be held in the Horne Square area from 5pm til 10pm. The festival will include carnival rides and games, vendor fair, kids' activities, live entertainment, and more. Visit www.claytonharvestfestival.com for a complete schedule of events. (301 E. Main St., Clayton, 919-553-6352)
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1
...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 Clayton Harvest Festival will be held in the Horne Square area from 5pm til 10pm. The festival will include carnival rides and games, vendor fair, kids' activities, live entertainment, and more. Visit www.claytonharvestfestival.com for a complete schedule of events. (301 E. Main St., Clayton, 919-553-6352)
...CareNet Counseling and O'Quinn-Peebles-Phillips Funeral Home & Crematory will host a grief support group at 6pm. Dinner will be provided. Please RSVP for meeting location. (910-897-8930)
...The 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, NOVEMBER 2
...The Clayton Harvest Festival will be held in the Horne Square area from 5pm til 10pm. The festival will include carnival rides and games, vendor fair, kids' activities, live entertainment, and more. Visit www.claytonharvestfestival.com for a complete schedule of events. (301 E. Main St., Clayton, 919-553-6352)
...Harnett Regional Theatre will present the musical "Good Ol' Girls" at 7:30pm at the Stewart Theater. (114 N. Wilson Ave., Dunn, 910-892-3282)
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3
...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 20th Annual North Carolina Cotton Festival will be held from 10am til 4pm. The event will include entertainment by the Band of Oz and local performers, classic car show, kiddie land, food court, vendors, and more. (downtown Dunn, 910-892-3282)
...The Clayton Harvest Festival will be held in the Horne Square area from 10am til 10pm. The festival will include carnival rides and games, vendor fair, kids' activities, live entertainment, and more. Visit www.claytonharvestfestival.com for a complete schedule of events. (301 E. Main St., Clayton, 919-553-6352)
...Harnett Regional Theatre will present the musical "Good Ol' Girls" at 7:30pm at the Stewart Theater. (114 N. Wilson Ave., Dunn, 910-892-3282)
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 4
...The Clayton Harvest Festival will be held in the Horne Square area from 12n til 6pm. The festival will include carnival rides and games, vendor fair, kids' activities, live entertainment, and more. Visit www.claytonharvestfestival.com for a complete schedule of events. (301 E. Main St., Clayton, 919-553-6352)
...Harnett Regional Theatre will present the musical "Good Ol' Girls" at 2:30pm at the Stewart Theater. (114 N. Wilson Ave., Dunn, 910-892-3282)