Hometown Happenings
30th Annual Fine Arts Festival & Opening Reception
August 6-27
The opening reception will be held Friday, August 6 from 6-8 p.m. The event will be held at Campbell House Galleries at 428 E. Connecticut Ave. in Southern Pines. For more information, call (910) 692-2787.
“Moore on the Menu” Restaurant Week
August 30-September 5
Select restaurants in the Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen Area will be offering prix fixe menus starting at $35 per person for a four-course dinner. Reservations are required.
National Inventors Month
August 31 11:30 a.m.
This event is to help promote the positive image of inventors and the real contributions they give to this world. At the event participants will discuss the most popular inventions of the time. Please register by August 24. There is no fee. For more information, contact Douglass Community Center at (910) 692-7376.
Increase Sustained Profitability-Developing a Customer Loyalty Strategy
September 1 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This event is presented by Unlocking Potential and Sandhills Winery and will be held at Sandhills Winery, 1057 Seven Lakes Dr in Seven Lakes. Check-in for the event begins at 2:30 p.m. Registration is limited. The cost is $25 in advance and $30 at the door. For more information, call (910) 255-6537 or (910) 673-2949 or send an email to brentbailey@earthlink.net or leslierose@nc.rr.com .
22nd Annual Labor Day Wine Festival
September 2-6
This event will be held at the Pinehurst Resort in the Village of Pinehurst. This will be a week of celebrating fine wine, gourmet food and southern hospitality. For more information, call Pinehurst’s Wine Festival hotline at (910) 235-8708 or visit www.pinehurst.com.
Art Exhibit/Opening Reception
September 3 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
This event will feature the Sandhills Photography Club. The exhibit will be displayed for the month and will be held at Campbell House Galleries, 482 Connecticut Ave. in Southern Pines. For more information, call (910) 692-2787.
First Friday
September 3 5 – 8 p.m.
There will be live music, food & beverages and entertainment. Live music provided by The New Familiars. Free Admission. It will be located on the grassy knoll adjacent to the Sunrise Theater, Broad Street, Southern Pines. For more information, visit www.firstfridaysouthernpines.com.
Jazzy Fridays
September 3 7 – 10 p.m.
This event will be held rain or shine at Cypress Bend Vineyards & Winery, Riverton Road in Wagram. There will be live jazz music and hors d’oeuvres. The cost is $5/person. For more information, call (910) 269-0411.
Five Points Horse Trails
September 3-5
During this event horses and riders compete in a three-phase competition including dressage, cross-country and show jumping. There will be free admission. The event will be held at Carolina Horse Park, just off Hwy 211, between Aberdeen and Raeford. For more information, call (910) 875-2074 or visit www.carolinahorsepark.com.
PSJ Hunter/Jumper Show
September 4-5
This event will be held at Pinehurst Harness Track, ½ mile infield Route 5 in Pinehurst. For more information, call Rick Cram (803) 649-3505.
Cary Chamber Annual Banquet
September 8 6:00 p.m.
This event will be held at Prestonwood County Club Grand Ballroom in Cary. Space is limited. The keynote speaker will be Jim Hyler, President, United States Golf Association.
Moore on Stage: “Lend me a Tenor”
September 8-11 7:30 p.m.
September 12 12:00 p.m.
This event will be held at Sunrise Theater, Broad St in Southern Pines. For more information or to purchase tickets, call (910) 692-7118 or visit www.mooreonstage.com.
Business After Hours
September 9 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
This event will be held at Rockingham Dragway. Richmond County Chamber of Commerce has invited Moore, Hoke and Scotland County Chamber members to “The Rock Rockingham Dragway.” This will be their kickoff for The Rocks ADRL Dragstick VII weekend. For more information or to RSVP, call (910) 692-3926.
Kitchens…And Moore Tour
September 9 10 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
This event will allow participants to tour six kitchens in the Pinehurst, Southern Pines and Aberdeen area. Local chefs will be at the homes preparing and serving some of their favorite recipes. Tickets are $20 the day of the tour and $15 in advance. Tickets can be purchased at The Faded Rose, Daphne’s Hallmark, Seagrove Candle Company, Phoenix Fashions and the Cooperative Extension Office. Proceeds will go to youth groups, such as Moore County 4-H Clubs and Boys and Girls Homes of North Carolina, Inc. For more information, call the Moore County Cooperative Extension Office at (910) 947-3188.
Pinehurst Resort’s Historic Walking Tour and Tea
September 10 10 – noon
This event combines arts and heritage with food and fun. Space is limited. For more information and reservations, call (910) 235-8415.
Moore County Shrine Club 45th Annual Fish Fry
September 10 11 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
At this event the Sand-Ts unit of the Shrine Club will have their miniature Model-Ts on display for attendees to see. Proceeds go to support the Shriners Hospitals for Crippled and Burned Children. The event will be held at the Southern Pines National Guard Armory. Tickets are available the day of the event or prior from any Shriner.
6th Annual Harvest Festival
September 11 12 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
This event will include music, vendors, wine tasting and a popular Grape Stomp There will be free admission. It will be held at Cypress Bend Vineyards, 21904 Riverton Rd in Wagram. For more information, call (910) 369-0411.
Carolina Philharmonic Inaugural Gala
September 11 5:30 p.m.
David Michael Wolff and the Carolina Philharmonic will kick off their 2010-2011 season at the Fair Barn. There will be a silent and live auction, a catered cuisine and an assortment of musical offerings. Tickets are $75 and seating is limited. For more information, call the Philharmonic box office at (910) 687-4746.
Moore County Kennel Club AKC All-Breed Dog Show & Obedience Trials
September 11-12 8:00 a.m.
This event will be held at the Pinehurst Harness Track, Hwy 5 in Pinehurst. There is a $3 parking fee. For more information, call Steve Watson at (910) 776-4688 or visit www.mooreakc.org.
One Day Tournament
September 14
This event will be at Pinehurst No. 6 in Pinehurst. It is sponsored through the Carolinas Golf Association. For more information, call (910) 673-1000 or visit www.carolinasgolf.org.
Jazzy Fridays
September 17 7 – 10 p.m.
This event will be held rain or shine at Cypress Bend Vineyards & Winery, Riverton Road in Wagram. There will be live jazz music and hors d’oeuvres. The cost is $5/person. For more information, call (910) 269-0411.
Town Creek Heritage Festival
September 18 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This annual event will be a ‘Pow Wow’ atmosphere and will include singing, dancing, drumming, crafts and food. It is $4 for adults, $1 for children ages 4-12 and children under 3 are free. The event will be held at Town Creek Indian Mound, 509 Town Creek Mound Rd in Mt. Gilead. For more information, call (910) 439-6802.
Sports Clinic (Saturdays)
September 18 11:00 a.m. – noon
This is a sports clinic and will be dedicated to basketball (shooting, ball handling, etc.). It will be held at the Southern Pines Recreation Center. Space is limited. Please sign up by September 11. For more information, contact Douglass Community Center at (910) 692-7376.
WWII/CAF Dance
September 18 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
This dance honors American Military and Aviation. The event will be held at the Moore County Airport. The Sandhills Community College Jazz Band will be providing the music. There will be a USO Show, dance prizes and door prizes. Tickets are $20 at the door and $15 prior. Tickets may be purchased at the Airport, The Country Book Shop or Gentleman’s Corner. For more information, call (910) 692-3719.
Carolina Polocrosse Club
September 18-19
This event will be held at Pinehurst Harness Track, Route 5 in Pinehurst. For more information, call (910) 875-4814.
Fall Classic – NCHJA “C” Hunter/Jumper
September 18-19
This event will be at Carolina Horse Park, 2814 Montrose Rd in Raeford. For more information, call (919) 637-2958 or visit www.carolinahorsepark.com.
Pinehurst Croquet Invitational
September 22-26
This event will be held at Pinehurst Lawn & Tennis Club, 2 Carolina Vista Dr in Pinehurst. This is free to spectators. For more information, call (800) ITS-GOLF.
Business After Hours
September 23 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
This event will be held at Moore Free Care Clinic. There will be food and giveaways. For more information or to RSVP, call (910) 692-3926.
Quilting in the Pines IV
September 24 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
September 25 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
This event is presented by the Sandhills Quilters Guild and co-sponsored by the Village of Pinehurst Parks & Recreation. Admission $5.00. The event will be held at The Fair Barn, Pinehurst Harness Track, NC 5 in Pinehurst. For more information please visit www.sandhillsquilters.org.
Sports Clinic (Saturdays)
September 25 11:00 a.m. – noon
This is a sports clinic and will be dedicated to shuffleboard (rules, game play, etc.). It will be held at Memorial Park. Space is limited. Please sign up by September 11. For more information, contact Douglass Community Center at (910) 692-7376.
41st Annual Malcolm Blue Historical Craft and Farm Skills Festival
September 24 School Children’s Day 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
September 25 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
September 26 noon – 5:00 p.m.
There will be craft demonstrations, gas & steam engine demos, petting farm, food, folk and country music, dancing and a Civil War Camp. The cost is $5 for adults and $3 for children 12 and under, preschoolers free. The event will be held at the Malcolm Blue Farm, Hwy 5 South (Bethesda Rd.) in Aberdeen. For more information, call (910) 944-7558 or visit www.malcolmbluefarm.com.
Fast Track High Performance Driving School
September 24-26
This event is will be held at Rockingham Speedway, 2152 N US Highway 1 in Rockingham. This is a three-day oval course training. For more information, call (704) 455-1700 or visit www.fasttrackracing.com.
Antique Car Show
September 25 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
This event will be held at Pinehurst Harness Track, NC 5 in Pinehurst. There will be free admission and food vendors. It is hosted by Sandhills Chapter AACA and Village of Pinehurst Parks and Recreation. For more information, call (910) 949-2420 or (910) 692-1313.
Pinehurst Fall Dressage Show
September 25-26 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This event will be held at Pinehurst Harness Track, NC 5 in Pinehurst. For more information, call (910) 693-1769.
NAMI-Moore County: Interfaith Community Worship Service in observance of National Mental Illness Awareness Week
September 26 4:00 p.m.
This event will be held at Congregational Church of Pinehurst, 895 Linden Rd in Pinehurst. The guest speaker will be Suzanne G. Martin, Psy.D., a licensed psychologist at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital. For more information, call (910) 673-5493 or visit http://www.nami-moorecounty.org.
Moore County Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic
September 27 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
The event will be held at Pinehurst Resort No.8. Registration is limited to 120 golfers. For more information, call (910) 692-3926.
USTA National Men’s 70s, 85s & 90s Clay Court Championship
September 27-October 3 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This event will be held at Pinehurst Tennis Club in Pinehurst. For more information, call (910) 235 8557.
One-Day Four-Ball Tournament
September 30
This event will be at Seven Lakes Country Club. It is sponsored through the Carolinas Golf Association. For more information, call (910) 673-1000 or visit www.carolinasgolf.org.