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- Friday in Sanford/Lee County NC
- Friday in the Central NC region
- Saturday in Sanford/Lee County NC
- Saturday in the Central NC region
- Sunday in the Central NC region
Friday in and around Sanford/Lee County NC
Congratulations to our area's new graduates! We look forward to great things from you all!
- Cage Fitness @ Black Belt Leadership Academy, 1716 Westover Drive, Sanford NC
When: 8:30–9am
What: Interval training that’s perfect for all fitness levels. The cost is $49/month for 2 nights a week, or $69/month for unlimited classes. The drop in rate is $10/class. Your first class is always free.
- Arden Outlet Sale, 1611 Broadway Road, Sanford NC
When: 8am–5:30pm
What: Shop the outlet sale before all the good stuff is gone!
- Freebie Friday @ Karma Boutique, 137 Wicker Street, Sanford NC
When: 10am–5:30pm
What: The store will offer brownies and lemonade. You'll also get a free scent shot with any purchase.
- ZumbAtomic at Sanford Nautilus, 1907 K.M. Wicker Drive, Sanford NC
When: 4-4:4pm (ages 4-7) and 5-5:45pm (ages 8-12)
What: Bring your kids to get a Zumba workout that’s fun and age appropriate. The cost is $3 per child.
- Benefit for Henry "Yogi" McDougald, 400A Burgess Circle, Broadway NC
When: 5pm
What: Buy a plate of fried chicken, grilled chicken, or fried fish with green beans, baked beans, and potato salad for $7 (drink included). Dessert is available for $1. Call 919-258-9998 for more info.
- Movie Night @ Kidz Junction, 1031 Spring Lane, Sanford NC
When: 5–9pm
What: Drop off the kids off to watch a movie. Pizza and popcorn will be provided. The cost is $15/child and $10 for siblings.
- Carnival in Tractor Supply Parking Lot, Horner Blvd, Sanford NC
When: 5pm–1am
What: A small, private carnival that includes a carousel, small coasters, and other small rides.
- Luxury Pampering Night @ Tree of Life, 116 Steele Street, Sanford NC
When: 6–9pm
What: Browse local vendors' products, try out a slow flow yoga class, and the network or socialize for the last hour. RSVP to 910-366-3664 or piyo4me@gmail.com.
Friday in the Central NC region
- Fun Gym at Sandhills Academy of Gymnastics, 220 Ampersand Road, Aberdeen NC (12:30–2:30pm, 6:30–9:30pm)
- Roost Beer Garden @ Fearrington Village, Fearrington NC (5-8pm)
- Live Music @ UnWINEd, 237 Center Grove Church Road, Moncure NC (6–9pm)
- Sing-A-Long-A Sound of Music, Koka Booth Ampitheatre, Cary NC (7-9pm)
- Live Music @ Bynum Front Porch, 950 Bynum Road, Bynum NC (7-9pm)
- Drop-In Beginners’ Class at Grace Ballroom, 47 S. Broad Street E, Angier NC (8-10pm)
- Live Music at The City Tap, 89B Hillsboro Street, Pittsboro NC (8–11pm)
For full details, click over to our calendar.
Saturday in Sanford/Lee County NC
Don't forget the Father's Day craft events happening today at Karma Boutique and The Painted Petal. Here's our guide with all the details!
- Yard Sale at Davison's Steaks, Jefferson Davis Hwy, Sanford NC
When: 8am–12pm
What: Items being sold include girls clothing (size 3T, 12, and 14); various boys' sizes; 20 in women's; and 38 in men's.
- Flapjack Fundraiser for Sprott Youth Center at Applebees, Spring Lane, Sanford NC
When: 8–10am
What: Get a plate of pancakes and sausage (plus drink) for $7 per person. Proceeds will benefit Sprott Youth Center in Moncure.
- Sanford Farmer's Market, Depot Park, Sanford NC
When: 9am–12pm
What: Shop for produce, breads, locally made goods, and more right in downtown Sanford.
- Zumba at First Baptist Church, 202 Summit Drive, Sanford NC
When: 9:30am
What: Start your weekend off with a Zumba workout. See more Zumba opportunities in our guide!
- Southern Lee House Auction, Tramway Road, Sanford NC
When: 10am–12pm
What: Bidders can purchase this 1,500+ square feet home built by the school’s carpentry students.
- Preschool Art Class at Bringing Home The Funk, 132 Carthage Street, Sanford NC
When: 10:30-11:30am and 3:30-4:30pm
What: Children will paint a popsicle stick handprint for $10.
- Second Saturday Cookout at Raleigh Executive Jetport, Farrell Road, Sanford NC
When: 12–1pm
What: Meet club members, local pilots and others interested in aviation. Lunch is available for $5.
- Free: Pottery Demo at Carolina Artists’ Colony, 148 S. Moore Street, Sanford NC
When: 12–4pm
What: Dan Triece of Dirtworks Pottery will demonstrate his expertise on the pottery wheel. This will be an opportunity for everyone to see just how much work and talent goes into creating a beautiful piece of pottery. Kids of all ages welcome!
- VBS Kick-Off at Hunt Springs Baptist Church, 1557 St. Andrews Church Road, Sanford NC
When: 2–4pm
What: There will be a water slide, games, and a hot dog cookout. All children are invited to come register for VBS (starts June 25). Make sure to bring a towel and change of clothes!
- Free: Cruz In at Smithfield Chicken & BBQ, 2640 Horner Blvd, Sanford NC
When: 4–7pm
What: Local clubs will exhibit their cars in the restaurant parking lot.
- Carnival in Tractor Supply Parking Lot, Horner Blvd, Sanford NC
When: 5pm–1am
What: A small, private carnival that includes a carousel, small coasters, and other small rides.
Saturday in the Central NC region
- Yard Sale & Extravaganza for the Harnett Animal Welfare Coalition, 3255 Darroch Road, Lillington NC (8am–2pm)
- Live Bluegrass @ Reno Sharpe's Store, 5889 Pittsboro Goldston Rd, Bear Creek NC (10am–1pm)
- Free: Dairy Celebration at Chatham Mills Farmers' Market, 480 Hillsboro Street, Pittsboro NC (10am–12pm)
- 2nd Saturdays Arts Fest at Museum of the Cape Fear Historical Complex, 810 Arsenal Avenue, Fayetteville NC (11am–4pm)
- Free: Cooking Demos & Wine Tasting at Elliotts on Linden, 905 Linden Road, Pinehurst NC (12-4pm)
- Swamp Party @ Neville's Club, 130 W New Hampshire Ave, Southern Pines NC (6pm–12am)
- June Beach Party Dance, 105 McReynolds Street, Carthage NC (7pm)
- Bull and Barrel Riding at Palomino Sport Arena, Goldston NC (7pm–1:30am)
- Free: Comedy Night at The Railhouse Brewery, 105 E. South Street, Aberdeen NC (8–9pm)
- Live Music @ The Rooster’s Wife, 114 Knight Street, Aberdeen NC (6:45–8:45pm)
- Live Music at The City Tap, 89B Hillsboro Street, Pittsboro NC (8–11pm)
- Tim Hair and The AKM Band at C&Gs Sports Bar, Lillington NC (9pm–12am)
For full details, click over to our calendar.
Sunday in the Central NC region
- Kids Eat Free at Firehouse Subs and Dickey's Barbecue Pit, Sanford NC
When: Hours vary
What: Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult’s dine-in meal. Click here to see kids meal specials for the whole week!
- Dog Days of Summer Dog Wash at CCCC-Lee campus, Kelly Drive, Sanford NC
When: 1–4pm
What: Support the Vet Med program by taking your pup for a wash. Small dogs are $10, medium sized dogs are $15, and large dogs are $20. You must bring proof of rabies vaccination. Dog wash will be in the Vet Med parking lot.
- VBS at Jonesboro Heights Baptist Church, 316 W. Main Street, Sanford NC
When: 6-8pm
What: This year’s theme is Operation Overboard. Click here for details or to pre-register.
- VBS at Center UMC, 4141 S. Plank Road, Sanford NC
When: 6-8:30pm
What: This year’s theme is Adventures On Promise Island. Dinner will be served each night. Click here for details or to pre-register.
- VBS at Cool Springs Baptist Church, 1313 Cool Springs Road, Sanford NC
When: 6:30-9pm
What: This year’s theme is Amazing Wonders Aviation. Click here to pre-register.
Want your event added to the Weekend Roundup? Post it in the comments or send it over to us and we'll get it added.











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Bringing Home the Funk is having it's first Preschool Art Class tomorrow (6-9-12) for children aged 3, 4, and 5. See our Notes on our page for details! facebook.com/bringinghomethefunk