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BE A PART OF HISTORY!
Wake Forest will commemorate its first 100 years in 2009 with a “Centennial Celebration” designed to honor the past, celebrate the present, and embrace the future. The entire community is invited to participate in this once-in-a-lifetime celebration that will feature several festivities throughout the year, starting with First Light Wake Forest, set for December 31, 2008! Don’t miss your chance to be a part of history! To learn more, visit http://www.wakeforestnc.gov/2009centennial.aspx.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Wake Forest Rolesville Class of 83 - 25-year Reunion
The Wake Forest-Rolesville High School Class of 1983's 25-year reunion is scheduled for September 13, 2008 at the Hill Ridge Farms Event Center. Join us on Friday night, September 12, at the Wake Forest-Rolesville High School football game. If you haven't been contacted, please email your name, phone number and address to WFRClassof83@live.com or contact Kim at (919) 215-3853.
Win a 2008 Nissan Sentra!
Thanks to Crossroads Nissan of Wake Forest, the Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce is raffling off a 2008 Nissan Sentra. Only 80 tickets will be sold, giving you an amazing 1 in 80 chance of winning a brand new car! Tickets cost $250 and are available at the Chamber offices throughout April and May. The lucky winner will be drawn and announced at the Chamber’s Annual Banquet on May 22 at North Ridge Country Club. So, swing by their office and purchase a ticket. As they say, you have to be "in it to win it!"
MAY
National Day of Prayer
Thursday, May 1; 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Municipal Parking Lot, South White Street
A National Day of Prayer event will be held in downtown Wake Forest on Thursday, May 1 from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. There will be music and prayer for our town and nation. For more inforrmation, contact Scott Graham at (919) 441-6883.
Rabies/Microchip Clinic
Thursday, May 1; 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Northern Regional Center, 350 E. Holding Ave., Wake Forest
A $5.00 fee is charged for each cat, dog or ferret vaccinated at the clinics. A $10.00 fee is charged for each administered microchip. Dogs and cats are required by law to have rabies vaccine at four months of age. The 1st vaccination is good for 1 year. Boosters thereafter are good for 3 years. Written proof of prior vaccination required for 3-year vaccination. Licensed veterinarians and certified rabies vaccinators will administer the vaccine. Your pet must be under restraint (leash, carrier, etc.) Failure to vaccinate is a fineable crime. For more information, call the Wake County Animal Shelter at (919) 212-PETS, or visit our website at www.wakegov.com. To view a complete list of Rabies/Microchip clinics being held throughout Wake County, click here.
SEBTS presents the Northeast Piedmont Chorale
May 2; 7:00 p.m.
Binkley Chapel
Annual Pemberley Neighborhood Yard Sale
Saturday, May 3; 7:00 a.m. - until
Permberley Neighborhood
Located just off South Main Street, turn onto Forbes Street. (Look for Reynolds Mill). Take left onto Stone Monument Dr. into Pemberley Neighborhood. Come find a treasure!
Dansforth's 5th Annual Neighborhood-Wide Yard Sale
Saturday, May 3; 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Dansforth Neighborhood, Wake Forest
Thirty-five plus families will be participating in one of the area's largest neighborhood yard sales. Don't miss out. Dansforth is located one-half mile past the intersection of Ligon Mill and Burlington Mill, in Wake Forest. Just look for the large white building with the copper roof.
Carriage Run Neighborhood Yard Sale
Saturday, May 3; 7:00 a.m. - Noon
Carriage Run
Yard sale enthusiasts won't want to miss this neighborhood sales event. Carriage Run is located on the south side of Burlington Mills Road, just off Ligon Mill Road. The main streets into the sub-division are Coach Lantern Avenue and Lariat Ridge. For more information, call (919) 872-7525.
Friends of the Wake Forest Library Used Book Sale
Saturday May 3; 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (8:00 am for Friends members)
Wake Forest Plaza (corner of Brooks Street and E. Elm Avenue)
Support the Wake Forest library by attending the Friends of the Library's Annual Used Book Sale. Thousands of fiction and nonfiction books will be available at just $2 for hardcover, $1 for paperback. Profit from the sale supports programs and improvements at the Wake Forest Library. Questions? Call Lynda Creutzburg at (919) 556-5336 or email friendswflibrary@yahoo.com.
Meet in the Street
Saturday, May 3; 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Downtown Wake Forest
For 27 years, people in the Wake Forest community have gathered to enjoy one of the largest family-friendly festivals in the region. A crowd of more than 10,000 is expected to descend upon the historic business district of Downtown Wake Forest for the 28th Annual Meet In The Street® on Saturday, May 3rd. The event is held from 10:00am-4:00pm and is free and open to the public. While there, visitors will have the chance to acquire some wonderful hand-made arts and crafts. More than 80 vendors from all over the Southeast proudly show off their handiwork at Meet In The Street®. You can find beautiful paintings, jewelry and home décor, as well as many unique handcrafted items that make this annual event a celebration of local art and artisans. Be sure to stop by the Children’s Village, sponsored by HealthFIRST Pharmacy. There you will find games and activities staffed by the YMCA. Come with an appetite, as the Food Village will be stocked with hot dogs, homefries and funnel cakes. You can also experience international flavor by trying some of the Greek gyros and pita sandwiches. The entire family will be entertained by local dancers, singers and musicians on two performance stages. As always, you can meet up with some of the Triangle’s favorite mascots, including Wool E. Bull and Stormy from the Hurricanes! Volunteer opportunities are available for at least two hour shifts between the hours of 6 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 3rd. Volunteer positions include the following: traffic directors, food court attendees, event set-up and event clean-up. If interested, please contact Jennifer Ingulli at (919) 556-1519 or jennifer@wakeforestchamber.org.
Safari on the Golf Course
Saturday, May 3
Lochmere Golf Club, Cary, NC
Two special guests will appear at the Knights of Columbus Council 6650 Learning Disabilities Charity Classic Golf Tournament being held at Lochmere Golf Club in Cary on May 3. Local authors Kim and Peter D'Arruda will be selling and signing books with all profits from sales going to the Knights supported Lamb Foundation of North Carolina Charity. The mission of the Lamb Foundation is to support a range of creative programs to help improve the quality of the human experience, especially for those suffering from Autism, Downs Syndrome, and Mental Retardation. Kim and Peter D'Arruda try to help improve the human experience as well, through helping better educate people on the subjects of budget, money, and finance. The two have combined to author three books. A Day To Play is a children’s book, which helps to teach the beginning principles of how to set a budget and be frugal with money. The D’Arrudas feel this is an important lesson to teach our children starting at a very early age. Financial Safari: Be Prepared, Not Surprised and Fine Print Fiasco take a more mature look at money and finance, detailing subjects such as fraud, identity theft, credit and “everything they don’t want you to know when you buy, borrow, and invest." Come out and enjoy a great day of golf for a worthy cause and join Peter and Kim in supporting the Lamb Foundation. Sign up today to play by calling George Mills at (919) 854 2891.
2nd Annual Spring Fling & 30th Anniversary Benefit
Sunday, May 4; 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Hillel Preschool, 7400 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh, NC
Vendors will offer custom jewelry, unique toys, books, and crafts. Activities include “My Gym” Children's Fitness Center; face painting; games; interactive magic show; concessions; a 50/50 raffle; and a silent auction with a Mother’s day theme (spa certificates, fitness packages, etc.). Not to be missed! For more information, visit www.hillelpreschool.org.
Six Sundays in Spring featuring Jason Adamo
Sunday, May 4; 5:00 p.m.
Wake Forest College Birthplace
Jason Adamo is a Raleigh-based soul/rock oriented singer and songwriter. This is the 16th season for the series sponsored by the Wake Forest Cultural Arts Association. The free concerts, which continue each Sunday through May 25, begin at 5 p.m. and last until 7 p.m. Area residents are encouraged to pack picnic baskets, blankets, chairs, dogs and children into their cars and come out to enjoy the music. Parking is available on the street. Local artists are invited to display their work, civic clubs sell hot dogs, snacks and drinks and various community groups display information and sale booths. Visiting with friends and neighbors, flying a kite, kicking a soccer ball and whirling a frisbee are strongly encouraged. For more information about the Six Sundays in Spring concert series, visit http://wakeforestculturalarts.org/sixsundays/.
Wage & Hour Seminar
Tuesday, May 6; 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce, 350 South White Street
Designed to educate employers and their representatives about applicable laws, this seminar will focus on the basic requirements of both state and federal laws; provide an in-depth look at the new overtime exemptions; and cover frequently violated laws such as recording hours of work away from the employer’s place of business, rules regarding breaks, computing pay for travel and meeting time, and legal deductions from wages. This year, the emphasis will be on the new federal overtime exemption rules. The seminar will be conducted by both state and federal wage and hour officials. Cost is $50, registration is required and a minimum class size must be met. To ensure that the class is offered, please register no later than Wednesday, April 30th. Please direct questions about the seminar to call Mary Yount at (919) 556-1519 or mary@wakeforestchamber.org. To register, you must call the Wage and Hour Bureau directly at (919) 807-2796 (Raleigh) or toll-free (NC only) 1-800-NC-LABOR (1-800-625-2267).
Is It The Right Time To Buy: A Homebuyer's Seminar
Thursday, May 8; 7:00 p.m.
The Hampton Inn, Wake Forest, 12318 Wake Union Church Road
Are you tired of paying rent? Do you want to buy your own home? Do you have questions about the home buying process? If so, you should attend this homebuyer's seminar sponsored by the Fischetti Group and Keller Williams Realty. A realtor, a lender, an insurance agent, and an attorney will be discussing topics including finding the right home for you, financing your home, purchasing the appropriate insurance for your home, and the closing process. Register for this seminar today--the first 25 people to register will be entered into a drawing to win a $50 gas card. To register, please contact the Fischetti Group at (919) 554-9802 or fischettigroup@kw.com.
Fish Fry
Friday, May 9; 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Wake Forest United Methodist Church, 905 South Main Street, near the intersection of S. Main St./US 1-A and the NC 98 Bypass
The Fish Fry sponsored by the Wake Forest United Methodist Men will be held on Friday, May 9 from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Each plate includes Filet of Flounder, Boiled Potatoes, Slaw and Hushpuppies. The cost is $8 per
plate. Dine-In, Take-Out or Drive Thru. For more information, call call (919) 556-2239.
Take a Hike
Friday, May 9; 2:00 p.m.
Smith Creek Greenway at Burlington Mills Road
The Wake Forest Greenways Advisory Board is inviting all interested residents to come along on Friday, May 9, at 2 p.m., for "Take a Hike" in May. These monthly walking tours are designed to encourage local residents to experience and enjoy the area's greenway trails and open spaces. For more information, contact Jan Ammons at (919) 562-0524.
Art After Hours
Friday, May 9; 5:00 p.m.
Downtown Wake Forest
On the second Friday night of each month the streets of downtown Wake Forest come alive with food, merchants and music! Everyone is invited to come and experience the dining, art and retail merchants of downtown Wake Forest. Downtown businesses stay open until 9:00pm. You never know what treasure you may find!
First Annual Spring Festival
Friday, May 9; 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Wake Forest Elementary School
The Wake Forest Elementary PTA is presenting its First Annual Spring Festival on Friday, May 9 from 5 to 8 pm. All of the friends and family of Wake Forest Elementary are invited to our carnival and silent auction, so don't miss out on the fun! There will be a bounce house, carnival style games & prizes, themed baskets, a Wheel of Wow, dinner and snacks, plus much more!
Wake Forest Farmers' Market Grand Opening
Saturday, May 10; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
Celebrate the Market season revving up to high gear! The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
Six Sundays in Spring featuring Thad Cockrell
Sunday, May 11; 5:00 p.m.
Wake Forest College Birthplace
Thad Cockrell, a Wake Forest native who now lives in Nashville, TN, will deliver his unique brand of alternative country. Bring your mom to hear great music and surprise her, too! This is the 16th season for the series sponsored by the Wake Forest Cultural Arts Association. The free concerts, which continue each Sunday through May 25, begin at 5 p.m. and last until 7 p.m. Area residents are encouraged to pack picnic baskets, blankets, chairs, dogs and children into their cars and come out to enjoy the music. Parking is available on the street. Local artists are invited to display their work, civic clubs sell hot dogs, snacks and drinks and various community groups display information and sale booths. Visiting with friends and neighbors, flying a kite, kicking a soccer ball and whirling a frisbee are strongly encouraged. For more information about the Six Sundays in Spring concert series, visit http://wakeforestculturalarts.org/sixsundays/.
Computers and You Presentation
Monday, May 12; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Northern Wake Senior Center, 235 E. Holding Ave., Wake Forest
The Northern Wake Senior Center will host a presentation titled "Computers and You" for Seniors (age 55 and older) who are thinking about learning to use the computer or are just interested in knowing what computers are commonly used for. Topics include; the components of a computer, types of software, the Internet, Email, and Computer Security. For more information, contact Carol Battle at (919) 554-4111.
Small Business Administration Day
Tuesday, May 13; 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce, 350 South White Street
Ivan Hankins, Senior Area Manager of the Small Business Administration, will again visit the Wake Forest Chamber - this time, all day to meet one-on-one with members in 1/2 hour segments to answer any questions regarding starting, expanding or financing their businesses. To register for a timeslot, contact Mary Yount, Member Relations Director, at (919) 556-1519 or mary@wakeforestchamber.org.
Public Meeting - Bus Service in Wake Forest
Tuesday, May 13; 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Wake Forest Town Hall
For years many Wake Forest residents have expressed their desire to see bus service established in Wake Forest. As early as the first of August, plans call for a 19-passenger bus, operated by the Wake County Transportation Service, to circulate through Wake Forest. The bus will connect to the Raleigh line at timed intervals at a park-and-ride lot. Stops are expected at schools, the seminary, shopping centers, the library, and the post office, just to name a few. The express line would begin from some point in Wake Forest and end in downtown Raleigh with one stop between, at the Triangle Town Center. The official route will not be finalized until area residents have a chance to offer their comments at a public meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 13, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Wake Forest Town Hall. A draft map will be displayed during the meeting in order to give people an idea of the route. Anyone who can't attend the meeting, but would like to offer their opinion, is invited to email Wake Forest Engineering Director Eric Keravuori or call him at (919) 554-6122.
St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School's 3rd Annual Golf Outing
Friday, May 16; Shotgun start at 9:30 a.m.
Falls Village Golf Club
Come join us for a day of golf and fun! There will be breakfast, contests, a pig pickin', and a raffle with lots of prizes! For more information contact Eric at (919) 556-8930 or e-mail us at saintcatherinegolf@nc.rr.com.
Morning Art Out - Watercolor Discovery As We Travel
Begins Friday, May 16; 10:00 a.m.
Morning Glory Center for Creative Healing, 523 Wait Avenue, Wake Forest, NC
Watercolor painting- postcard style. We will be painting outside and from our dream vacation we took or are yet to take. Morning Glory Center for Creative Healing offers Morning Art Out - visual art explorations with resident artist Dawn Marie Rozzo. The sessions are held Friday mornings from 10:00am to noon. The cost is $110 per four-week session and includes in-class materials. Each month we will explore themes and visual media with an emphasis on fun and discovery. For more information, visit dawnrozzo.com or call (919) 217-4752.
2008 Hoops for Wake Forest
Saturday, May 17; 8:00 a.m.
Downtown Wake Forest
The 13th annual Hoops for Wake Forest will be held May 17, 2008, on Brooks Street in downtown Wake Forest. Teams of all ages are invited to participate in this 3-on-3 basketball tournament benefiting local non-profit and civic organizations. Registration forms can be downloaded at www.hoopsforwakeforest.com. Children 12 and under play free. Hoops for Wake Forest has raised more than $160,000 for local civic and non-profit organizations over its 13-year history. Proceeds from this year’s tournament have benefitted such local causes such as summer camp for disadvantaged kids, the DARE program, Shop with a Cop, Camp Kanata, Tri-Area Ministries, Wake Forest-Rolesville High School Band, and Kiwanis Park, just to name a few. Sponsorships are still available for this year’s event. More information can be found at www.hoopsforwakeforest.com or by calling 919-556-1065.
Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, May 17; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
Fourth Quarterly Meeting of the Wake Forest Historical Association - The East End/Northeast Neighborhood Recalled
Sunday afternoon, May 18, 3:00 p.m.
Alston-Massenburg Recreation Center
The meeting is open to anyone interested in the history of Wake Forest. Those attending are encouraged to bring photographs, documents, or artifacts for display and scanning for the museum collection.
Six Sundays in Spring featuring Rootzie
Sunday, May 18; 5:00 p.m.
Wake Forest College Birthplace
The May 18 concert features Rootzie, a seven-member band from Durham, who brings a rattle of rock and roll, a jolt of jazz, and a burst of the blues. A little country, gospel, bluegrass, and roots reggae round out the sound. This is the 16th season for the series sponsored by the Wake Forest Cultural Arts Association. The free concerts, which continue each Sunday through May 25, begin at 5 p.m. and last until 7 p.m. Area residents are encouraged to pack picnic baskets, blankets, chairs, dogs and children into their cars and come out to enjoy the music. Parking is available on the street. Local artists are invited to display their work, civic clubs sell hot dogs, snacks and drinks and various community groups display information and sale booths. Visiting with friends and neighbors, flying a kite, kicking a soccer ball and whirling a frisbee are strongly encouraged. For more information about the Six Sundays in Spring concert series, visit http://wakeforestculturalarts.org/sixsundays/.
Girls' Night Out
Monday, May 19; 6:30 p.m.
Blue Fin's Bistro, Rogers Road
This event is a fundraiser for NathanCan Foundation, Inc. - supporting brain cancer research and providing support for families with chronically ill patients. Tickets cost $30 per person and include appetizers, dessert, salad, and drink specials. Please purchase tickets in advance at Blue Fin's Bistro, Coffee Cargo, or Triangle Dry Cleaners (Rogers Road location). For more information, visit www.nathancan.org.
Computers and You Presentation
Monday, May 19; 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Northern Wake Senior Center, 235 E. Holding Ave., Wake Forest
The Northern Wake Senior Center will host a presentation titled "Computers and You" for Seniors (age 55 and older) who are thinking about learning to use the computer or are just interested in knowing what computers are commonly used for. Topics include; the components of a computer, types of software, the Internet, Email, and Computer Security. For more information, contact Carol Battle at (919) 554-4111.
Northern Wake Senior Center Resource Fair
Wednesday, May 21; 9:30 a.m. - noon
Northern Wake Senior Center, 235 East Holding Ave., Wake Forest
Open to Seniors 55 and older. Learn more about our local businesses at our first Resource Fair. Each merchant will be providing a door prize valued at $20 or more. We will hold free drawings throughout the fair. For more information, contact Carol Battle at (919) 554-4111.
New Town Hall Groundbreaking Ceremony
Thursday, May 22; 10:00 a.m.
Corner of Owen Avenue and Brooks Street, across from the Wake Forest Planning Department, 221 S. Brooks St.
Wake Forest-area residents are invited to attend a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Wake Forest Town Hall on Thursday, May 22 at 10 a.m. The event will feature brief remarks by Mayor Vivian Jones and Town Manager Mark Williams, as well as the ceremonial groundbreaking. For more information, contact Susan Simpson at (919) 554-6182.
Families After Five - featuring The Wake Forest Singers
Thursday, May 22; 5:00 p.m.
The Factory
Family Fun Day Event/Silent Auction
Thursday, May 22; 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
The Factory
The MOMS Club of Wake Forest-North presents a FAMILY FUN DAY EVENT/SILENT AUCTION. The charity event is taking place on Thursday, May 22 from 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm at The Factory in conjuction with "Families After Five" at the fountain. All proceeds will benefit Meena Bali and her family. Meena is a local 2-year-old girl diagnosed with Esthesioneuroblastoma (ENB). ENB is a very rare malignant tumor. The Wake Forest Singers and Dan the Magic Man will perform. There will be face painting and Cotton the Clown will be making balloon animals. There will also be cotton candy and popcorn machines. The silent auction includes chances to win prizes from Barnes & Noble & Arbonne, free gym memberships, free golf, and lots of restaurant gift certificates. It will be fun for all ages and is for a great cause so please spread the word. For more information contact Shannon Blalock at (919) 570-5015.
D.A.R.E. Celebration Night
Thursday, May 22; 5:00 p.m.
The Factory
D.A.R.E. Celebration Night at the Factory will feature a band, magician, two huge kids' rides, and a dunking tank, as well as an Army helicopter and H3 Humvee. All D.A.R.E. kids are invited to come out and celebrate their D.A.R.E. graduation ceremony committments. Please be sure to visit the banquet room for food, drinks and a small ceremony beginning at 5 p.m. For more information, contact D.A.R.E. Instructor S. Graham at (919) 554-6150.
Free PRE-GED/GED classroom classes
Registration begins Thursday, May 22; 6:00 p.m.
Wake County Northern Regional Center, 350 E. Holding Avenue, Wake Forest
The Wake Technical Community College, in collaboration with the W.E.B. DuBois Community Development Corporation, unveiled new Pre-GED/GED classroom classes offered free to Wake Forest residents. The Pre-GED/GED instructional classes will be offered in a classroom setting at the Wake County Northern Regional Center located at 350 E. Holding Avenue, in Wake Forest, NC. These classes are designed to improve reading, writing and math skills in order for a student to earn a high school equivalency diploma. The classes will help county residents to prepare for the GED. Students will receive educational review in all five GED subject areas – Language Arts, Reading and Writing, Social Studies, Math, and Science – as well as sample GED Test questions to prepare them to take the GED test. Classes are open and available to anyone who needs or wants to study for the GED exam. Instructors will be available to assist students on a one-to-one basis. Registration begins at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 22, at the Wake County Northern Regional Center at 350 E. Holding Avenue in Wake Forest. Interested persons must pre-register for these classroom classes by calling Sandra White at 876-3359 or stopping by the W.E. B. DuBois Community Development Corporation at 150-A N. White Street, in Wake Forest.
Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, May 24; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
Six Sundays in Spring featuring Polecat Creek
Sunday, May 25; 5:00 p.m.
Wake Forest College Birthplace
The season finale on May 25 features Polecat Creek, winners of the neo-traditional contest at the 2006 Appalachian String Band Festival. Polecat Creek fuses traditional mountain melodies with new lyrics and a singular style of harmony singing. This is the 16th season for the series sponsored by the Wake Forest Cultural Arts Association. The free concerts, which continue each Sunday through May 25, begin at 5 p.m. and last until 7 p.m. Area residents are encouraged to pack picnic baskets, blankets, chairs, dogs and children into their cars and come out to enjoy the music. Parking is available on the street. Local artists are invited to display their work, civic clubs sell hot dogs, snacks and drinks and various community groups display information and sale booths. Visiting with friends and neighbors, flying a kite, kicking a soccer ball and whirling a frisbee are strongly encouraged. For more information about the Six Sundays in Spring concert series, visit http://wakeforestculturalarts.org/sixsundays/.
Truck Fair
Wednesday, May 28; 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Heritage Middle School and Wake Forest-Rolesville Middle School
This year Heritage Middle School and Wake Forest—Rolesville Middle School will be hosting a joint Truck Fair. Truck Fairs highlight careers that utilize trucks and other transportation methods. By allowing students in the 6th grade to see vehicles up close and speak to those who use them everyday they will gain a greater appreciation of careers available in the many industries which utilize them. Area businesses will send a vehicle from their industry along with an employee. The employee will park the vehicle in a designated “booth” area at our schools. Groups of students will them visit each truck, view the vehicle and ask the employee questions concerning their career and the importance that the vehicle has in their daily work. Students will have booklets in which they will record information concerning each vehicle and career. After the vehicle visits the first school the employees are asked to drive to the next location and will be provided with lunch. Since this is a joint Truck Fair that will serve 900 + students employees with vehicles will be asked to be available from 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Registration is easy! Call (919) 554-3368 or visit http://www.heritagems.wcpss.net/ba_page.htm.
Families After Five featuring Old Habits
Thursday, May 29; 5:00 p.m.
The Factory
Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, May 31; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, james and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
Second Annual Slam Jam Youth 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament
Saturday, May 31; 11:00 a.m.
Site to be determined
This tournament is for any youth - boys and girls - ages 8-18 living in the Northeast Quadrant of Wake Forest (North of NC 98 and East of North White Street). Form a 3-person team of the same gender and create a name. Enjoy free food, entertainment, fun, and more!! Performances by the St. Augustine Step & Drama Team! The tournament will be on the courts outside the Alston-Massenburg Center. We hope to, once again, provide a voice for the Northeast Quadrant and encourge the revival of the Alston-Massenburg Park. For more information, contact Austin Shaw at (919) 906-6605 or atshaw@nc.rr.com.
Be Prepared: A Safety and Emergency Preparedness Expo to Help Families Prepare for the Storms of Life
Saturday, May 31; 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1524 Jenkins Road, Wake Forest
This free event for the whole family will focus on safeguarding our homes and preparing our families for the future. Hands-on exhibits will include water conservation and purification, self defense and awareness, basic first-aid, building 72-hour emergency kits, fire safety, family safety planning, gardening, food storage and preservation, preserving your past -protecting your future, as well as a large tasters table full of food made from 'basics'. We also plan to create a theme quilt "Kids Can Make a Difference" for Governor Easley by the children who attend. There will be several opportunities to win door prizes and free fire extinguishers and preparedness manuals will be provided for each family in attendance while supplies last. Contact Judy Downey at (919) 612-2136 or judydowney@nc.rr.com for more information.
JUNE
Concert in the Park
Sunday, June 1; 3:00 p.m.
Holding Park, 133 W. Owen Avenue
The Hagar’s Mountain Boys will offer a free bluegrass concert at Holding Park, 133 W. Owen Avenue, on Sunday, June 1, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. According to their website, “The Hagar's Mountain Boys bluegrass style is influenced strongly by the traditional bluegrass we all love, though staying modern with original material. With strong vocal harmonies and hard driving instruments the band is sure to put a smile on your face while you're listening to our toe-tappin' sound!” Area residents are encouraged to bring a picnic and a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the music. The concert is offered by Pinecone, the Piedmont Council of Traditional Music and is co-sponsored by the Town of Wake Forest Parks & Recreation Department and United Arts of Raleigh and Wake County. In case of rain, the event will be held inside the Wake Forest Community House.
Families After Five featuring The Will McBride Group
Thursday, June 5; 5:00 p.m.
The Factory
For more information about The Will McBride Group, visit www.myspace.com/thewillmcbridegroup.
Customer Appreciation Day & Kids' Day at the Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, June 7; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
Let us show you how much we appreciate you. Raffle prizes and treats and games for the kids. The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, james and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
Families After Five - featuring The Embers
Thursday, June 12; 5:00 p.m.
The Factory
Take a Hike
Friday, June 13; 2:00 p.m.
Bolin Creek Trail and Battle Branch Trail, Chapel Hill, NC
The Wake Forest Greenways Advisory Board is inviting all interested residents to come along on Friday, June 13, at 2 p.m., for "Take a Hike" in June. These monthly walking tours are designed to encourage local residents to experience and enjoy the area's greenway trails and open spaces. For more information, contact Jan Ammons at (919) 562-0524.
Art After Hours
Friday, June 13; 5:00 p.m.
Downtown Wake Forest
On the second Friday night of each month the streets of downtown Wake Forest come alive with food, merchants and music! Everyone is invited to come and experience the dining, art and retail merchants of downtown Wake Forest. Downtown businesses stay open until 9:00pm. You never know what treasure you may find!
Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, June 14; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, June 21; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
Picnic at the Market - Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, June 28; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
We are having a picnic and you're invited! Come and enjoy tasty dishes made with the freshest local ingredients.
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
JULY
Wake Forest Fireworks Spectacular
Thursday, July 3; 6:00 p.m.
Trentini Stadium, Wake Forest-Rolesville High School
Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, July 5; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
Art After Hours
Friday, July 11; 5:00 p.m.
Downtown Wake Forest
On the second Friday night of each month the streets of downtown Wake Forest come alive with food, merchants and music! Everyone is invited to come and experience the dining, art and retail merchants of downtown Wake Forest. Downtown businesses stay open until 9:00pm. You never know what treasure you may find!
Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, July 12; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
Summer Harvest Celebration at the Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, July 19; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, james and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, July 26; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
AUGUST
Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, August 2; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
Art After Hours
Friday, August 8; 5:00 p.m.
Downtown Wake Forest
On the second Friday night of each month the streets of downtown Wake Forest come alive with food, merchants and music! Everyone is invited to come and experience the dining, art and retail merchants of downtown Wake Forest. Downtown businesses stay open until 9:00pm. You never know what treasure you may find!
Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, August 9; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
Iron Chef's Special - Garlic and the Grill at the Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, August 16; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
Many thanks to our two Iron chefs who battled fiercely last year despite the 95+ degrees. The two served up an incredible array of dishes prepared on site from ingredients available at the market and they'll do the same this year. The Farmers' Market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, August 23; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, August 30; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
SEPTEMBER
Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, September 6; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
Art After Hours
Friday, September 12; 5:00 p.m.
Downtown Wake Forest
On the second Friday night of each month the streets of downtown Wake Forest come alive with food, merchants and music! Everyone is invited to come and experience the dining, art and retail merchants of downtown Wake Forest. Downtown businesses stay open until 9:00pm. You never know what treasure you may find!
Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, September 13; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
Pottery Fest
September 13; 10:00 a.m.
Under The Oaks
Chili Cook-off at the Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, September 20; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
For all Chili Contenders and Chili tasters and chili judges, our Third Annual Four Alarm Chili Cook Off is our major event of the season. Pictures and more information will be available soon. Proceeds to benefit local fire departments. The Farmers' Market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, james and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, September 27; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
Artists' Studio Tour
TBA
Downtown Wake Forest
OCTOBER
Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, October 4; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
Art After Hours
Friday, October 10; 5:00 p.m.
Downtown Wake Forest
On the second Friday night of each month the streets of downtown Wake Forest come alive with food, merchants and music! Everyone is invited to come and experience the dining, art and retail merchants of downtown Wake Forest. Downtown businesses stay open until 9:00pm. You never know what treasure you may find!
Autumn Arts Festival
Saturday, October 11; 10:00 a.m.
Downtown Wake Forest
Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, October 18; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
Trick or Treat at the Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, October 25; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
Wear your costumes and enjoy hot cider and special farmers' treats to celebrate the harvest season. The Farmer's Market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
NOVEMBER
Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, November 1; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, November 8; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
Art After Hours
Friday, November 14; 5:00 p.m.
Downtown Wake Forest
On the second Friday night of each month the streets of downtown Wake Forest come alive with food, merchants and music! Everyone is invited to come and experience the dining, art and retail merchants of downtown Wake Forest. Downtown businesses stay open until 9:00pm. You never know what treasure you may find!
Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, November 15; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
Wake Forest Farmers' Market Closes for the Season
Saturday, November 22; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.
DECEMBER
Lessons and Carols
Friday, December 5; TBA
SEBTS
Wake Forest Christmas Historic Home Tour 2008
December 6; 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Wake Forest Historic District
The Town of Wake Forest will host its Christmas Historic Home Tour this year on Saturday December 6, 2008 from 2:00 pm until 8:00 pm. The tour is presented every two years by the Wake Forest Historic Preservation Commission and the Wake Forest Woman’s Club. This year’s tour will feature several properties which have either not been on the tour before or have not appeared on the tour for several years. New this year – look for horse and carriage rides and entertainment by the Victorian Carolers out of Louisburg, NC. This is a self-guided tour primarily in the Wake Forest Historic District around the seminary campus and up North Main Street. Other properties will be nearby. Tickets the day of the tour will be $15.00. Discounted advance tickets will be available during November 2008. Please note that these are mostly private homes and may not be handicap accessible. Further information on individual properties and tickets will be available later.
Northeast Piedmont and male chorales
Saturday, December 6; TBA
TBA
Art After Hours
Friday, December 12; 5:00 p.m.
Downtown Wake Forest
On the second Friday night of each month the streets of downtown Wake Forest come alive with food, merchants and music! Everyone is invited to come and experience the dining, art and retail merchants of downtown Wake Forest. Downtown businesses stay open until 9:00pm. You never know what treasure you may find!
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