May 16, 2013

Weekend Roundup, May 17-19

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Friday in Sanford/Lee County NC
  • Fish Fry at Sanford Shrine Club, 530 Golf Course Lane, Sanford NC
    When: 11am-6:30pm
    What: Plates are $7 each. For more information, call 919-718-6009.
  • Adventure Movies at Depot Park, 106 Charlotte Avenue, Sanford NC
    When: Sunset
    What: Watch the movie The Lorax for free. Bring your own blanket or chair. Refreshments will be available for purchase.
  • Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at the Temple Theatre, 120 Carthage St, Sanford NC
    When: 8pm
    What: Tickets are $23 for adults and $13 for children and students. Tickets are available from the Temple Theatre Box Office at 919.774.4155 or boxoffice@templeshows.com.
  • Live Music at Breakers’ Pool Hall, 229 Wicker Street, Sanford NC
    When: 9pm-12am
    What: Rob Matthews will perform.

Saturday in Sanford/Lee County NC
  • Piyo at Tree of Life, 107 Charlotte Avenue, Sanford NC
    When: 8am
    What: Relax from the week with early morning Piyo.
  • Free Health Screenings at Central Carolina Hospital, 1135 Carthage Street, Sanford NC
    When: 8-10am
    What: Get free lipid and glucose screenings. Fasting for 8 hours is recommended. Register at 800-483-6385.
  • Ole Gilliam Mill Crank-Up, Highway 42 West, Sanford NC
    When: 9am–5pm
    What: Traditional rural life, music and crafts are highlighted in this year's Ole Mill Crank-Up, a weekend packed with entertainment, demonstrations and exhibits. Admission is $5 for people ages 12+.
  • Lee County Firefighters Association Competition at Emergency Service Training Center, 3000 Airport Road, Sanford NC
    When: 9am
    What: Local and new firefighters will compete in quick dress, combat relay, bucket brigade, hose lay, and barrel fight. The event is free and open to the public.
  • PiYo for Kids @ Tree of Life, 126 West Main Street, Sanford NC
    When: 9:15-9:45am
    What: Ages 3-10 are welcome to learn the basics of yoga. Breathing, relaxation and asanas we will flow together to channel those energetic little bodies.
  • Team Cheer Placements at Sanford Academy, 2731 Lee Avenue, Sanford NC
    When: 10am-1pm
    What: Kids ages 5-18, including beginners, can tryout for Infinity Cheer Empire. Times are 10-11am for ages 5-11, 11am-12pm for ages 12-14, and 12-1pm for ages 15-18. Placements are free, but there is a cost to cheer.
  • Missions Rally at Tramway Baptist Church, 2401 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Sanford NC
    When: 10am-4pm
    What: Learn about local missions and non-profit organizations in the area. There will also be live music, fingerprinting, and a firetruck on site.
  • Paddle Boats & Kayaks at San Lee Park, 572 Pumping Station Road, Sanford NC
    When: 1-6pm
    What: Paddle boats rentals are $3 per 30 minutes and kayaks are $5 per 30 minutes.
  • Goldston Cruz In, downtown Goldston NC
    When: 4-7pm
    What: See custom cars and motorcycles.
  • Frye Foundation Gala at Civic Center, 1801 Nash Street, Sanford NC
    When: 6:30pm-midnight
    What: Semi-formal dinner that will feature Marion Jones, Heanon tate, NFL stars, live music, a silent auction, and more. Tickets are $40.
  • Live Music at UnWINEd, 237 Center Grove Church Road, Moncure NC
    When: 7-9:30pm
    What: Gregg Gelb and Steve Wing will perform. Mutual Distributing will offer a free wine tasting from 6-8pm.
  • Lee County Community Orchestra Concert at the Lee County Arts & Community Center, 507 N. Steele Street, Sanford NC
    When: 8pm
    What: The orchestra will play pieces picked by the audience. Admission is free.
  • Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at the Temple Theatre, 120 Carthage St, Sanford NC
    When: 8pm
    What: Tickets are $23 for adults and $13 for children and students. Tickets are available from the Temple Theatre Box Office at 919.774.4155 or boxoffice@templeshows.com.
  • Moonlight Bowling at Kendale Bowling Lanes, 139 Rand Street, Sanford NC
    When: 10:30pm-1am
    What: Sign in begins at 10:30pm and bowling runs until 1am. Try your shot at the Double Strike Pot! Call 919-776-0729 to reserve your lane.

Sunday in Sanford/Lee County NC
  • Ole Gilliam Mill Crank-Up, Highway 42 West, Sanford NC
    When: 8am–5pm
    What: Traditional rural life, music and crafts are highlighted in this year's Ole Mill Crank-Up, a weekend packed with entertainment, demonstrations and exhibits. Admission is $5 for people ages 12+.
  • Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at the Temple Theatre, 120 Carthage St, Sanford NC
    When: 2pm
    What: Tickets are $23 for adults and $13 for children and students. Tickets are available from the Temple Theatre Box Office at 919.774.4155 or boxoffice@templeshows.com.
  • Lee County Community Orchestra Concert at the Lee County Arts & Community Center, 507 N. Steele Street, Sanford NC
    When: 3pm
    What: The orchestra will play pieces picked by the audience. Admission is free.
  • Anniversary of Salem Presbyterian Church, 3554 Avents Ferry Road, Sanford NC
    When: 3:30-7:30pm
    What: Celebrate the church’s 145th anniversary with food and fellowship.
  • Trace of Jazz at Brickcity Oyster Bar, 1609 S. Horner Blvd, Sanford NC
    When: 4-7pm
    What: Live jazz. Make reservations as the restaurant gets crowded.
  • PiYo at Tree of Life, 126 West Main Street, Sanford NC
    When: 6-7pm
    What: Experience PiYo from the ground up to build strength and endurance and help with weight loss. The drop-in cost is $8.
  • Restorative Yoga at Tree of Life, 126 West Main Street, Sanford NC
    When: 7:15-8:15pm
    What: Reduce stress and anxiety, increase core strength and flexibility, and improve balance.

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May 15, 2013

Social Buzz, May 16

Thursday's highlights:
  • The Lee County Community Orchestra will hold its annual spring concert this Saturday at the Arts Center (8pm) and Sunday at Depot Park (3pm). Admission is free.
  • Take the kids to see Seussical the Musical at the Stewart Theatre in Dunn tonight (7:30pm) or this weekend. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students and seniors.
Do more: See our full calendar for the day on Facebook or right here on our website.

May 14, 2013

Social Buzz, May 15

Wednesday's highlights:
  • Listen to live music and sample foods prepared by local churches at the Broadway Lions Club’s Taste of Broadway this Saturday (5-8pm). Tickets ($10) are available at Feedmeal, Susan Bailey's, and Piggly Wiggly in Broadway.
  • Attend Lee County Schools’ yearly Cultural Arts Day this Saturday at Southern Lee. This free, public event will run from 10am to 2pm.
  • Make time to check out AM Buzz tomorrow at Karma Boutique (7:30am). You’ll get networking, breakfast, prizes, and more.
Do more: See our full calendar for the day on Facebook or right here on our website.

May 13, 2013

Social Buzz, May 14

Tuesday's highlights:
  • Paint a whimsical creature at the Carolina Artists’ Colony on Thursday (5:30-8:30pm). The cost is $39. Get a $5 discount if you register early and pay with a friend. Call 919-776-3489 to register.
  • Wednesday morning is Conservation Cubs time at San Lee Park for children ages 2-5 (10-11am). The theme is “In the Garden” and the cost is $6. Call 919-776-6221 to register.
  • Participate in the “Loosen Up and Paint Right” art workshop at the ArtStudio this Friday and Saturday. The total cost is $200 and class size is limited. Call Lisa at 919-770-1534 to register.
Do more: See our full calendar for the day on Facebook or right here on our website.

May 12, 2013

Social Buzz, May 13

Monday's posts:
  • Try yoga tonight at a free demo at Tree of Life Piyo (7:15pm). The session will be led by Beth Turner.
  • Haven’s weekly Sexual Assault Support Group meets on Tuesdays at the group’s facility on Bracken Street (6:30pm). Please share this information for anyone who might need it!
  • Make sure you check out the NC History Quiz Bowl at First Presbyterian Church tomorrow (7-9pm). It will be held in the Old Fellowship Hall and is free/open to the public.
Do more: See our full calendar for the day on Facebook or right here on our website.