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- Saturday in Sanford/Lee County NC
- Saturday in the Sanford/Lee County NC region
- Sunday in Sanford/Lee County NC
- Stop by Chick-Fil-A of Sanford for an Oatmeal Party (6:30-10:30am) and you'll get to try their new multi-grain oatmeal for free! Only one per person, but you don't have to buy anything else.
- The Goldston Fire Department (486 S. Church Street, Gulf NC) is hosting a chicken tenders plate sale (10am-7pm) to benefit Aaron Washington. There will also be a raffle and silent auction.
- Support the public library at the Friends of the Lee County Library book sale today from 4-8pm. If you can't make it, stop by on Saturday (10am-2pm) for the "buy a bag" portion of the sale. Purchase a canvas book bag for $3 and then fill it up for an additional $2. Members of the group get a 10% discount.
- Today's the last day to eat at La Dolce Vita Pizzeria to support Ashley Quinones, the Kidney Cutie. Present this coupon and they'll donate 20% of your bill to her kidney-transplant fund.
- The Spring Lane Assembly of God (1715 Spring Lane) is hosting a free movie night, complete with free snacks and popcorn. The movie (The Pacifier) will start at 7pm.
- These mild end-of-summer days scream for some outdoor time. Get it tonight at Downtown Sanford’s Screen on the Green fall movie series (starts at twilight). Tonight’s movie is The Neverending Story.
- This weekend is your last chance to see Guys and Dolls at The Temple Theatre Company on Friday or Saturday (8pm) or Sunday (2pm). Tickets are $22 for adults and $12 for children and students.
- It’s corn maze time at Gross Farms! The maze and pumpkin patch will open for the season at 10am. After that, hours will be Fridays (7-10pm), Saturdays (10am-10pm), and Sundays (1-6pm).
- Millstone Creek Orchard's apple crop is winding down. They're selling the last of their Pink Lady variety this weekend -- but get there fast. They're only allowing one bushel per family until the apples are gone. Bonus: The orchard is running hayrides all weekend (Saturday 10-4, Sunday 1:30-4).
- Get your shop on at We "3" Thrift Shop & More. You can now pay for your gently used finds with your credit card! And, if you stop by wearing a sticker from the Jubi-Lee (see below), you'll get 10% off all green tag items.
- Learn more about homelessness in our county at Cardboard Box City, a fundraiser hosted by Family Promise of Lee County that is taking place all weekend on the Southern Lee Baseball Field. Participants pledge $75 per "cardboard house." Stop by to show your support, make a donation, or find out how you can get involved in ending homelessness in our area.
- Enjoy a short stack for a tall cause at a flapjack fundraiser for the Lee Count Foster Parent Association! Proceeds will help the association purchase Christmas gifts for children who are in foster care.
- Start your weekend off on the right foot with a great Zumba workout. Find out where and when you can do it (hint: all classes start at 9am) in our Zumba guide!
- In the market for new doors or windows? Then you’ll want to be at a Lemon Springs Mini Storage auction (unit #37) starting at 9:30am. The unit contains all kinds of doors and windows. Winning bidder will have until Monday to remove the items. Payment is in cash only.
- Spend your day at the annual Jubi-Lee Fall Festival in Depot Park (10am-4pm). Local arts/crafts vendors and downtown merchants will showcase their wares. There will be plenty of games, crafts, and activities for the kids, and live entertainment all day.
- Celebrate "Heritage Days" at Sanford Health and Rehab (Farrell Road, Sanford NC) from 10am-5pm. They'll have games and activities for the kids, antique cars, agricultural displays, and antique farming equipment. Admission is free.
- The Lee County Enrichment Center is hosting an Alzheimer's Walk in conjunction with the Jubi-Lee in Depot Park. Registration will begin at 10am and the walk will begin at 11am.
- Environmentalists unite: The NC Big Sweep on Deep River will run from 10am-2pm at Carbonton Dam Park and Camelback Bridge. Volunteers are needed!
- Get lunch from the harvest sale at Broadway UMC (106 Church Street, Broadway NC). They’ll have fried chicken and barbecue pork plates and more for sale starting at 11am. A silent auction will begin at 2pm.
- Another harvest sale: Rocky Fork Christian Church’s hosting its annual sale starting at 11am. Lunch will be chicken stew or barbecue plates (11am-1pm) and dinner will be fish or barbecue plates (5-7pm). There will be an auction/sale at 1pm.
- Looking for a job? Chick-Fil-A of Sanford is hiring, but you be ready to look like a cow! The store is auditioning for Mr. Cow (12-1pm) at Lee County Gymnastics (221 Commercial Court, Sanford NC). You must be 16 years or older to apply.
- Take a break from the world by stargazing at Jordan Lake (8-10pm). Hosted by Morehead Planetarium staff, these sessions are free and open to the public. Meet at the Ebenezer Church Recreation Area to participate.
- Want more local produce? Check out Chatham County’s offerings, which include the markets at Carolina Brewery (9am-1pm), Chatham Mills (8am-noon), or Siler City Farmers’ Market (9:30am-1pm).
- Antiques lovers have waited all year, but it’s finally here -- the Cameron Street Fair runs from 8am-1pm. From antiques and pottery to jewelry and food, there’s a little something for everyone.
- Celebrate the history and heritage of Chatham County and the Jordan Lake community at Heritage Day (White Oak Recreation Area, 10am-3pm). There will be live entertainment and demonstrations, children’s activities, dance lessons, and more -- all for free.
- The Denim Days Festival is happening all day in Erwin NC. There will be a parade at 1pm and all manner of crafts, games, contests, and entertainment throughout the day.
- Head to Downtown Park in Southern Pines for the annual Autumnfest (9am-4pm). There will be a 5K, arts and crafts, live entertainment and more.
- Looking for a free movie? The Harnett County Public Library (Lillington) has one! Take your kids to see Spooky Buddies (11am-12:30pm) as part of the library's Saturday morning program.
- It’s the last day of the Chatham County Agricultural & Industrial Fair. Check out their website for details on pricing and discounts.
- Coffee lovers rejoice! Kathy's Java Express is now open on Sundays (12-4pm)! You’ll also have longer on Thursdays (until 7pm) to get your caffeine fix.
- It’s the first Sunday of the month -- and that means a day full of activities in downtown Pittsboro! The monthly First Sunday celebration will feature live music, food vendors, art exhibits, an artisan market, and more.
- Support CCCC’s volleyball team at a “Dig for the Cure” home game (3pm) against Wytheville Community College.
- Go taste more than 60 varieties of peppers prepared by the area’s top chefs at the 4th Annual Pittsboro Pepper Festival (4-7pm). For $30, you’ll get all-access to pepper food, music, and entertainment. Procees benefit the Abundance Foundation and Piedmont Biofarm.
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