Community Interest

URGENT -- We need all blood types, especially O Positive, B Positive, O Negative, and A Negative, which are at EMERGENCY status. B Negative is at CRITICAL status. Bob Arrington, American Red Cross, 919-605-4132 or local office at 244 SW Broad St., Southern Pines, 692-8571. There is no longer an upper age limit; must be 17 or older.

Singles Dinners will be held Fridays at 7 p.m. unless the day is otherwise noted: Aug. 25, Longleaf; Wednesday, Aug. 30, Chef Warren's at 12:30 p.m.; Sept. 1, Basil's; and Sept. 8 at Table on the Green for dinner and the annual meeting. For information or reservations call Alan at 215-4527 or Mary at 692-8888.

Union Pines Marching Band Carwash, Saturday, Aug. 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (this past weekend was rained out), at Wal-Mart in Aberdeen. Come out and support the marching band.

West Southern Pines Civic Club, Inc. will hold their "Annual Black Arts Festival 2006," Saturday, Aug. 19, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Food, art, music. Co-sponsored by Southern Pines Parks and Recreation Dept. For more info call: Tessie Carpenter, 295-4818, Birtha Shaw, 692-3294, or Elaine Simon, 692-3701.

Sandhills Baptist Association Annual Choir Sing, Aug. 20, at Pinecrest High School auditorium with choirs from different churches. An evening of song and fellowship.

P*A*C: Parents of Amazing Children, A Parent Support Group for Parents of Children with Special Needs. We invite you to join us for a "Back to School" Celebration. All families are invited as to let loose and have one last party before school starts. Pizza and ice cream, games with prizes, and lots of fun. Backpacks, filled to the zipper with school supplies, will be given away. Wednesday, Aug. 23, at 6:30 p.m., Our Saviour Lutheran Church, 1517 Luther Way, Southern Pines. RSVP to Christine Garton, Coordinator for the Family Support Network of the Sandhills at 692-6123 ext 15. or e-mail coordinator@fsnsandhills.org. This meeting is made possible by the Family Support Network of the Sandhills.

A fundraising festival will be held at the Sunrise Theater in Southern Pines, on Thursday, Aug. 24, 7 p.m., to benefit Solutions For Animals. The evening begins with the screening of the 2006 Emmy award winning PBS documentary -- "Evelyn Cameron -- Pictures from a Worthy Life," followed at 8 p.m. by a silent auction (with generous donations from local artisans and businesses). Advance tickets $20 available at Nature's Own and The Country Bookshop in Southern Pines.

The Artists League and Art Academy Live have joined together to present an evening of entertainment and painting instruction by Chuck McLachlan and Sterling Edwards on Monday, Aug. 28, at 7 p.m. at the Artists League of the Sandhills, 129 Exchange Street, Aberdeen. Their demo paintings will be given as door prizes at the end of the evening. A limited number of tickets will be available for $35 each and reservations may be made by calling 944-3979 or stopping by Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Refreshments will be served and all proceeds from the evening will benefit the Artists League, a not-for-profit organization.

18th Annual Pinehurst Food and Wine Extravaganza, sponsored in part by A Southern Season, will take place Labor Day weekend, Thursday, Aug. 31, through Monday, Sept. 4, at the Pinehurst Resort in Pinehurst.a weekend of fine wine, gourmet food and Southern hospitality. Luis Torres, Sommelier from Beam Wine Estates, returns as master of cCeremonies.Featured Guest Chefs include Roland Mesnier, former White House Executive Pastry Chef, and John Ash, chef, author, educator, and partner in Sauvignon Republic Cellars. Contact: Janeen Driscoll, Pinehurst Resort,235-8710, janeen.driscoll@ pinehurst.com.

Calling all Singers! The Moore County Choral Society invites you to join us as we prepare to begin our 32nd season. Rehearsals are held at 7:30 p.m. each Tuesday beginning Sept. 5 at Brownson Memorial Presbyterian Church (registration is at 6:30). Annual dues are $35. No audition required, just a love for choral music. For more information, contact Sondra Nelson at 692-6979.

"Sandhills at a Crossroads: The Value of Our Architectural Legacy," Sept. 7, from 7 to 8 p.m at Southern Pines Elementary School Auditorium, 255 South May Street, Southern Pines, presented by The Classical Design Foundation. Admission is free and open to the public. Myrick Howard, Executive Director of Preservation NC, will speak on "'The Value of Our Architectural Legacy." For more information visit The Classical Design Foundation website, www.mimsstudios.com/CDF/index.htm, or contact Abigail Dowd at (910) 783-5359, a_dowd@earthlink.net; or Ray Owen at (910) 638-3982, rayowen@nc.rr.com. Mailing address: 115 W. Pennsylvania Avenue, Southern Pines, NC 28387.

Fall Kick-Off Dance Party, Sept. 8, starts at 7:30 p.m., Pinehurst Ballroom Dance Studio, Pinehurst Executive Center, N.C. 5. Catered buffet, party games, and dance exhibitions. $10 per person. Call Claudia at 295-3003.

Arts Council of Moore County and Pinehurst Parks & Rec. present "Arts in the Park" on Saturdays, Sept. 9, 16, and 23 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon at Camelot Playground in Cannon Park, Pinehurst. Event features Mark Lippard (Sept. 9), Fish the Magish (Sept. 16), and the Grey Seal Puppets performing "Tangle of Tales" (Sept. 23), free face painting, play in the park, and refreshments for sale. Free and open to public. Information, 295-2817 or 692-4356 or visit www.artscouncil-moore.org.

The Karen Chandler Trust presents the 3rd Annual Karen Chandler/Cathy Mintz Beach Music Festival featuring: The Fantastic Shakers, Tommy Black & Blooz Band, The Craig Woolard Band, and The Drifters. Sunday, Sept. 10, from 12 to 7 p.m. at the Fayetteville Museum of Art (Stamper Road, behind Eutaw Shopping Center on Bragg Blvd.). Gates will open at 11 a.m. Adults - $15.00 Children 12 and under are free. All proceeds benefit local cancer patients.

Community Presbyterian Church, silent and live auction to benefit youth programs will be held Saturday, Sept. 16, at the church on Kelly and Everette Roads in Pinehurst. Doors open at 6 p.m., silent auction from 7 to 8 and live auction at 8 p.m. Contact Barbara Pipo, 295-1553.

The start of the fall season at Weymouth will begin with Supper on the Grounds on Thursday, Sept. 21, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. The event includes a chicken and pork barbecue with all the trimmings, beverages and homemade desserts.Musical entertainment by the Parsons is also included. The evening provides an opportunity for old and new friends to meet after the summer holidayswhile enjoying the house and gardens at Weymouth.The event will be held rain or shine, and space is limited so early reservations are encouraged.The cost is$14 per person.

Come join and help organize the new American Camellia Society of the Sandhills. An orientation meeting will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 27, at 2 p.m. in the auditorium of the Moore County Extension Service office at 707 Pinehurst Ave., Carthage. For more information, please contact Claudia Watson, 910-215-4552 or via email cwatson87@nc.rr.com.

37th Malcolm Blue Farm Historical Crafts and Farmskills Festival is seeking artisans, traditional crafters and demonstrators for its annual three-day festival on Friday, Sept. 29, through Sunday, Oct. 1. All volunteers are welcome. For more information, please call 944-7558.

At noon, on Saturday, Sept. 30, the Annual Fall Literary Luncheon will be held at the Pinehurst Country Club. Golf and gardening writer, Jim Dodson, will be the speaker. Enjoy a lovely meal in the St. Andrews Room. Tickets will be available at the Given Library, Given Book Shop, and The Country Book Store. For more information, contact the Given Library at 295-6022 or the Given Book Shop at 295-7002.

The first Motorcycle Run benefiting Sandhills Interfaith Hospitality Network will be held Saturday, Sept. 30, beginning at 8 a.m. at Sandhills Harley Davidson in Eastwood and ending with a celebration picnic at New Century Middle School in Carthage, featuring the McKenzie Brothers. The charity ride will follow an approximately 60-mile route. The registration fee is $20 per driver and $10 per rider, payable by cash or check on the day of the event or by mail to PO Box 1173, Aberdeen, NC, 28315. Picnic only registration is $7.50. For more info., call 944-7149 or e-mail sihn@pinehurst.net.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Moore County invites the public to join us in our "Pathway to Awareness" Weekend in celebration of Mental Illness Awareness Week. The event begins on Saturday, Sept. 30 and concludes on Sunday, Oct. 1. If interested in walking and/or creating your own "Pathway to Awareness" Walk Team, please contact Patty Laughlin, at 295-2337 or email pattyskula@hotmail.com or NAMI Moore County, 295-1053.

The Sandhills Quilters Guild and the Village of Pinehurst Parks and Recreation Department are co-sponsoring a quilt show, Quilting in the Pines II, October 13 and 14, at the Fair Barn (Route 5). Anyone wishing to enter a quilt in the show may contact Pat Andrews, 693-9912 or pandrews26@earthlink.net, quilt registrar, for criteria and registration forms. For other information contact show chair Liz Stern, 295-4017 or lizmur20@aol.com.

Memory Walk for Alzheimer's --Walkers/Teams, Sponsors, and Volunteers needed for a Memory Walk in support of the Alzheimer's Association. Event will be for all to enjoy onSaturday, Oct. 14. Registration 9 to 10 a.m., Walk 10 to 11a.m. Come support a terrific cause to make the education and research possible for Alzheimer's. Call Pat Thomasson at 692-0366 or pthomasson@penickvillage.org

Alzheimer's Association Contact: Charles Riddle 336-725-3085 or charles.riddle@alz.org

The Moore Coffee Company presents live music every Friday and Saturday night, 8 to 11 p.m. It is a musician sit-in, and all musicians are welcome to bring their instruments and join in the fun! Fun for the whole family! Place: The Moore Coffee Company, 201 S. McNeill St., Carthage. Info: call 910-947-6122. No charge.

The Carolina Hotel will offer High Tea the second Friday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon. Cost of $25 per person includes an historic walking tour, followed by classic tea with sandwiches, scones and truffles. Call Resort Services Desk at 235-8415.

The Golf Capital Chorus is looking for new members. Can you carry a tune and do you like to sing? Visit Barbershop Chorus rehearsals on Mondays at 7 p.m. at Community Presbyterian Church, 125 Everette Rd., Pinehurst, or call Skip Ragland at 673-5634.

Little People Loving and Learning is accepting applications for Kindermusik fall enrollment. Classes begin Aug. 28. Kindermusik classes are offered for newborns to age 5. Call Susan Wright, 295-4863.

The local chapter of Sweet Adelines International, Sandhills Harmony Chorus, is looking for new members. Meet Thursday evenings, from 7 to 9 p.m., at Brownson Memorial Presbyterian Church, Southern Pines. Call Carole Roth at 255-1081 for information.

Moore County Concert Band The band is always looking for new members. Rehearsals are Monday evenings at 6:30 at Sandhills Community College. The band performs six concerts per year and rehearses September through June. If you now play or have ever played an instrument and would like to play some challenging music, consider joining the MCCB. Information: call 295-9023 or visit the bands Web site at www.moorecountyband.com.

Dance

Performances

Lessons and Dances

Ballroom Dancers of the Sandhills club will begin its sixth season in September. For info: call Tony and Arlene Hantjis at 235-0998, visit www.pinehurst.net/~ballroom/, or e-mail ballroom@pinehurst.net

Beginner Ballroom Lessons (choreographed/cued, also known as round dancing) are being offered. The cost for lessons per person is $15 per month. Info: Jo Ann at 295-2590 or Doris at 692-8878.

Duffie Dancers Round Dance Club is an all phase club. Dances are held every Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Olde West End Gym. The cuer is Lucille Hensley. Info: Max and Frances Lamberti at 949-2566.

Footprints offers instruction in ballet and more. Offering special introductory classes for girls age six and up. Call Diana Turner Forte for information, 695-8863. Footprints Studio, 282 Gatewood Ave., Southern Pines.

Line dance classes are held on Tuesday evenings at the V.F.W., 615 S. Page St., Southern Pines. Cost is $9 for four weeks of classes. Call Doris at 692-8878 to register.

Model A Square Dance Club is an advanced level club. Dances are on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 6 p.m. in the Olde West End Gym. Dancers new to the area are welcome. The caller is Jimmy Roberson. Info: Leo and Ruth Ellen Ganster 295-5786.

Pinehurst Ballroom Dance Studio in the Pinehurst Executive Center offers professionally taught ballroom dance lessons for singles or couples. Private or class ballroom by appointment or group lessons Thursday nights at 7 p.m. (no partners required). Pre-registration is required. Weddings, cruises, debutante balls, and prom specials. Info: 295-3003.

Sanford and Sandhills Ballroom Dance Co. are offering classes in Sanford and Aberdeen. Open House Dance Party, Fridays from 8 to 10 p.m. No partner necessary. Call 919-356-2853 or go to www.sanfordballroomdance.com

Sharifa Asmar is taking registration for belly dance summer intensive at BDT Broadway Dance Theater in Sanford. New Beginner and Beyond Beginner classes. For more information, call 910-461-1265 or 919-718-6043.

Stardust Dinner Dance Club hosts eight dances each year from September through May, with the majority held at the Country Club of Whispering Pines. Live music and fine dining add to an evening of fun for all who enjoy dancing. Visitors may attend one dance as a guest for the cost of dinner only. Reservations and info: 295-1916 or 295-1540.

Taylor Dance is now registering for fall classes in Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Ballet, Pointe, Partnering and Modern. Fall classes began August 14, with PK dance, ages 3-6, starting September 5. The children's theatre program, The Playhouse, will be holding auditions for children ages 9-14 on Saturday, September 9. More info: call 295-1320.

Terpsichore...a Moving Experi-ence is accepting enrollment for fall classes in classical ballet, pointe, jazz, tap, creative movement, Pilates and Yoga, for children ages 3-18. Adult and teen classes are also available. Info: 695-1116.

Yellow Rockers Square Dance Club is a Plus level club that holds dances every Thursday, from 8 to 10 p.m., in the Olde West End Gym. Info: President Harry or Jean Vogt at 295-4185.

Drama/Theater

Area Movie Theaters

Call listed venue hotlines for most up-to-date information.

Sandhills Cinemas: 695-1100

SunFlix at the Sunrise Theater: 250 NW Broad St., Southern Pines, 692-3611, www.sunrisetheater.com. $7 adults, $6 matinees, $5 under 12.

Movie times:7:30 p.m. evenings and 2:30 p.m. matinees on Saturday and Sunday.

Upcoming Films:

Friday through Thursday, August 18-23. "Wordplay," a documentary for crossword puzzle lovers.In-depth look at The New York Times' editor Will Shortz and the amazing world behind crossword creation, history and competition. Rated PG. 94 mins.

Friday through Thursday, August 25-31. "Mrs. Palfrey at the Claremont." Joan Plowright stars as an elderly woman in a London retirement home abandoned by her family, but not by a young writer who is interested in her. Unrated.108 mins.

Auditions

OPEN AUDITION CALL FOR CHILDREN AGES 4-14. The Playhouse Performance Workshop. Director: Julianna Johnston. "Alice in Wonderland" -- Saturday, Sept. 9 from10 a.m. to 12 noon, ages 4-8; and 1 to 3 p.m., ages 9-14. Callbacks: Sunday, Sept. 10 from 1:30 to 4 p.m. for all ages. Rehearsals Begin: Monday, Sept. 11 at 4 p.m. There are many male and female roles available including several dance solos. For more information on the Moore Playhouse, our programs and classes or to pre-register for the upcoming audition please call Moore onstage, 910-295-1320.

Performances

A dramatic performance portraying Queen Elizabeth Iand her sister, Queen Mary, will be presented by Weymouth Center at 555 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines at 3 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 10, starring Barbara Hird and Marsha Warren. Space will be limited so please call 692-6261 to make reservations. No charge for Weymouth members, $15 for nonmembers.

Arts Council of Moore County and Time Warner Cable present "The Little Mermaid" on Fri., Sept. 22 at 7 p.m. and Sat., Sept. 23 at 3 and 7 p.m. at Sunrise Theater.The show is directed by the always popular Missoula Children's Theatre and stars over 50 young actors in grades K-8. The show is a cute twist on the age-old tale in which a little mermaid, named Celia, and her sisters visit the world outside of the sea and make many wonderful discoveries. Admission: $5 ACMC members and $8 nonmembers. Tickets in advance available at Campbell House. Call 910-692-4356 or visit www.artscouncil-moore.org.

Sandhills Theatre Company presents "The Music Man" -- Sept. 22, 23, and 24 at Owens Auditorium, SCC. An affectionate paean to Smalltown, U.S.A., of a bygone era, "The Music Man" follows fast-talking traveling salesman Harold Hill as he cons the people of River City, Iowa. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian, the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain's fall. Sandhills Theatre Company, P. O. Box 1017, Southern Pines NC 28388-1017 located at 14373 U.S. Hwy. 1 South, Pinebluff, 910-281-0661 (business and box office) or 639-4089(cell), sandhillstheatre.com

Givens Performing Arts Center at UNC Pembroke offers several productions of interest during the year. Call 910-521-6361 or 800-367-0778 for ticket prices and availability.

Entertainment

Venues may charge admission or a cover charge or may change schedules for some events. Call venues for details.

Basil's, 211-H in Olmsted Village, 1.5 miles west of the traffic circle and opposite Homewood Suites, features Donn Stanley on the piano on Saturdays. Reservations: 235-3737.

Brats European Bistro, 219 NE Broad Street, Southern Pines, offers live entertainment by Roger Levesque every Saturday night. Info: 910-246-2728 or www.hausofbrats.com.

Bynum General Store is located at 950 Bynum Rd., Bynum; just 10 miles south of Chapel Hill, off of U.S. 15-501. Donations of $3 to $7 are collected pass-the-hat for concerts. Entertainment weekly. Info: (919) 542-1858.

Davis Community Center, one mile from Robbins, hosts bluegrass music on the third Friday of each month.

Dugan's Pub, No. 2 Market Square, Pinehurst, features Karaoke on Thursdays, from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. A $3-$5 cover charge may apply. Call 295-3400 for more information.

Elliott's Gourmet Marketplace, 905 Linden Rd., Pinehurst. Their "Kitchen Essence" events provide different workshops. Coming in September: "Over-the-Hump" Wed-nesdays will include wine seminars in their new cooking school. A full dinner menu is also available. Information: 295-FOOD (3663).

Italian Table Restaurant presents live entertainment on weekends. Location: 136 Grant St., Seven Lakes. Reservations strongly encouraged at 673-4725.

The JFR Barn has a monthly wine dinner on the fourth Thursday of each month starting at 7 p.m. with a five-course dinner and6 different wines, all inclusive pricing. Go to www.jfr barn.com for information and reservations. 910-692-7700.

Maness Pottery and Music Barn features bluegrass, country, and gospel pickin' and singing around 6 p.m. every Tuesday night. No cover; donations accepted. Located six miles west of Carthage on N.C. Hwy 24/27. Call 948-4897 for info.

May Street Market, 1010 N. May St., Southern Pines, hosts live music every Friday night from 7 to 10 p.m. No cover! Dinner reservationshighly suggested. Phone: 692-4110.

Mint Juleps, 155 Hall Ave., is a Southern Pines private club for people 25 years and older. All musical events are open to the public and run from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Wednesday is open Mic night, 8 p.m., no cover. Aug. 18: Big Daddy Rhythm and the Heavyweights; Aug. 19: House DJ (no cover); Aug. 25: The Sand Band; Aug. 26: Loose Change. Available for wedding receptions, private parties, and birthday or anniversary celebrations. More info, call 246-2223 or www.mintjulepsclub. com

Neville's, located at 130 W. New Hampshire Ave., Southern Pines, is open Sunday through Saturday from 3 p.m. to 2 a.m. Friday shows are from 7 to 10 p.m., no cover charge. Saturday shows are 9:30 p.m. - until, cover charge may apply. Aug 18 - Willow CreekDuo; Aug 25 - Sam Milner. Call 692-1939 or www.nevillesclub.com.

O'Donnell's of downtown Southern Pines hosts weekend live entertainment for members and guests as often as possible and features Wednesday night guest bartenders with tips going to charity. For information, call 695-1915 or go to www.patodonnellspub.com.

The Potter's Caf features live music every Saturday night from 7 to 11 p.m. Exclusively selling Starbucks coffee. The caf is at 201 South St. in Aberdeen. Info: 944-1250.

The Red Room, a downtown Southern Pines nightclub showcasing cutting-edge, electronic music DJs Friday nights (18+) and DJ Hitman every Saturday night spinning Top 40 dance music (21+). 100 W. Massachusetts Ave. Info: 695-2300 or visit www.theredroomclub.com

Sandhills Bowling Center offers opportunities for bowling. Address: 2239 N. Pinehurst Street, Aberdeen. Info: 295-9610.

Shucker's Oyster Bar, 135 Pinehurst Ave., Southern Pines, features live entertainment on their deck Saturdays and Wednesdays. No cover. Info:call 695-1000.

The Sports Page Bar and Grill, off U.S. 1, Aberdeen, at The Commons, hosts karaoke each Wednesday at 9:30 p.m.

The Wine Cellar and Tasting Room, 241 N.E. Broad St., downtown Southern Pines, is open as a casual wine bar on Wednesday and Friday nights with a large selection of wines available by the glass and half glass, changing weekly. Info: 692-3066.

Galleries

Art at The Market Place -- Enjoy the fine art gallery featuring the original paintings of local artists Cele Bryant, Betty DiBartolomeo, Sara Gray, Fay Terry and Joan Williams. Located at 2160 Midland Rd., Pinehurst. Open Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 215-5963 for information.

Artist Alley, a collection of juried art and fine crafts from local and regional artists, is located on Broad Street, above Sweet Basil Cafe in Southern Pines. They are open Wednesday-Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Info: 692-6077, www.artistalley.net

The Artists League of the Sandhills in Aberdeen will be celebrating the grandeur of "Far Away Places" during the month of August. Artists have been inspired by their travels to far away places. Thirty new paintings will be featured. The exhibit will remain through Aug. 27, Monday through Saturday, 12 noon to 3 p.m. Call 944-3979 or visit www.artistleague.org.

Broadhurst Gallery, 2212 Midland Road, Pinehurst, showcases works by nationally recognized artists. Hours are Tuesday-Friday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., and Saturday, 1 to 4 p.m. Call 295-4817 for more information.

The Campbell House Galleries, 482 East Connecticut Avenue in Southern Pines, proudly present the 26th Annual Fine Arts Fesitval, through August 31. Gallery hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday and open every third weekend from 2 to 4 p.m. For more info, call 692-4356, or visit www.artscouncil-moore.org.

Central Security Systems Gallery is in the new CSI building at 370 NW Broad St., Southern Pines, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The artist featured in the Central Securities Gallery listing is Eileen Strickland. For more info call 910-875-4446.

Chanticleer, located at 118 NW Broad Street, Southern Pines, hosts a gallery featuring N.C. artists Jeanette Sheehan, Jessie Mackay, Kristina Bach and Linda Griffin. The original paintings show landscapes, florals, portraits and animal subjects and are in oil, watercolor, mixed media and pastel. The gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Info: 695-7070.

Gallery 102, a new art gallery in Sanford, is exhibiting recent prints by Tennessee artist Elaine Antri-can, entitled "N.C. Homestead." The gallery also hosts the works of Beverly Brookshire, Victoria Hogan and Doug Rowe. Located at Shops of Steele Street, 102 S. Steele Street, Sanford,10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday-Saturday. (919) 777-6959.

Gap Creek Candle Company, 116 NW Broad St., Southern Pines, showcases the arts and crafts of the Sandhills, including King's Pottery and Crystal King's Pottery of Seagrove, paintings by Susan Edquist, pine-needle art by Carolyn Register and Martha Blake, floral art by Joan Grimone, handturned bowls by Chuck July, birdhouses by Bill Blake and Mike Shinn, and Gap Creek's very own handcrafted scented candles. Info: 695-0029.

The Hastings Gallery on the SCC campus will host occasional art exhibitions in its space. Info: Teresa Reynolds at 695-3775.

Hollyhocks Art Gallery, located in The Shops At Pinehurst Place, at 905 Linden Road, Pinehurst, features original artwork by local artists, Deane Billings, Irene McFarland, Marie Travisano, and Jane Casnellie.Hours: Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Info: 295-2489.

Jewels of Pinehurst, a contemporary jewelry gallery in the village of Pinehurst, features the original art jewelry of owner Patricia Reil along with other goldsmith artists. Hours: Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. or by appointment. Info: 295-2824.

Kate Buie and Hannah Cole have a gallery featuring their work (and the work of other regional artists) at 113 West Main Street, Aberdeen, in the old Silk Route building. Hours are Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Call 639-6401 for information.

McMillan & Wife Art Gallery, 150 N. Bennett St., Southern Pines. The gallery is open Monday through Friday. Info: 692-4879.

Sayer Photography Studio and Gallery, 155 E. Pennsylvania Avenue, downtown Southern Pines, is currently featuring the work of award-winning portrait photographer Tim Sayer and the international travel photography of local artist Caroline McKissick. Open Tues.-Sat. from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. unless out on assignment. Also available by appointment. Gallery phone number is 692-6320. Email: tim@sayerphotography.com

Sky Art Gallery - an artist's opening reception on Sept. 1 from 6 to 8 p.m.Kimberly Wheaton, a Durham artist, will be featured in the inner gallery from Sept. 1 to 30. We are currently featuring a select sample of the late William H. Knudsen's fine watercolor paintings.The gallery also has some of Moore County's best local and nationally recognized artists, rare signed lithographs, watercolor, oils, and fine art photography. Sky Art Gallery is the home of West 23rd Street Photography, commercial and event photography. Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 602 Magnolia Drive, behind Applebee's at the entrance to Magnolia Square, Aberdeen. 944-9440

White Hill Gallery, 407 U.S. 15/501, Carthage, just south of Sanford, offers a variety of pottery, from modern functional wares to petroglyph-design pitfired pots, to whimsical pieces, and to pottery with colors from a rainbow. Info: Sandra Layne, proprietor, at 947-6100.

Lectures

A Lecture Series: The Arts Council of Moore County and Weymouth Center for the Arts and Humanities is presenting the third lecture in a series of four on Thursday, Sept. 14, at 10 a.m., at the Weymouth Center. Guest Lecturer, Dr. Molly Gwinn, will focus on "Impressionist Landscapes: Monet's Journey through Normandy." For more information, call 692-4356.

Lessons

-- Art for All Y'all in Southern Pines offers Monday evening and Thursday morning classes for adults in jewelry making and mixed media art. Advance registration is preferred as space is limited.The studio is located at 150B East New Hampshire Ave (in the back of the building). Call Amy at 528-2110for a schedule of classes or email artforallyall@gmail.com.

-- Artists League of the Sandhills

Summer Mini-Classes and Workshops.

Payment is required at time of registration. For more information call 944-3979 between 9-12, and 1-5 weekdays.

Summer Mini-Classes:

Color Theory with Susan Edquist, Aug. 14.

Workshops

-- Artist Alley, Open Wednesday-Saturday, 10:30 to 5:30 p.m. Call 246-0982 for information about beginning or intermediate off-site painting classes or visit www.artistalley.net.

-- Colors 'n Clay, 230 SW Broad St., Southern Pines, 692-4656. Adult Ladies Night Out, Thursday, Aug. 31, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Fee: $10 plus the cost of your pottery. Must RSVP, 692-4656. Call for current schedule for workshops and events.

Scarecrow Plate Workshop Mon, Sept. 18, 10 a.m. to 12 noon or 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Cost: $28

Stop by the studio to see a completed project!Reservations and pre-payment are required.

-- Creative Connection: A meeting place for emerging and frustrated out-of-the-box-artists. Connect and share with other creatives. Call Joy at Joy of Art Studio at 695-7055 or e-mail Joyof_Art@msn.com.

Creative Connection is forming a new "Artist's Way" group that will be using the book as a workbook for group sharing and doing exercises for both personal and creative exploring. A once-a-month creative play session will be held to share techniques, material and ideas. Call Joy at 695-7055 for location and details.

-- Dogwood Pottery, 310 E. Philadelphia, Pinebluff, offers beginning pottery classes for adults, children or groups. For more information call 281-5926.

-- Joy of Art Studio Autumn Arts -- Students will keep a sketch book as well as use their own life observations for subjects, ages 7-8. Also included in the program: Animal Art and the Artists ages, 5-6; Art, Discovering, Choosing and Expressing, ages 10-11. Beginning Acrylic Painting, ages 12-14, as well as private lessons for adults and children. The Magnificent Horse and I am a Super Hero will also be offered. Call 695-7055 for schedule and information on program. Sign up now for new I am an American Girl which will be held during theholidays.Joyof_Art@msn.com

-- Just Needlepoint offers classes in needlepoint for beginners, intermediate and advanced. Call Jean Wallen at 295-3727 for more information.

-- Kathleen Miller Art Studio in Southern Pines offers classes in Tole and decorative painting. Fee: $60 deposit, plus supplies. Class size limited. To register and view projects for the basic beginner and intermediate level classes, call Kathy, 246-0982.

-- N.C. Pottery Center

Registration for new classes and workshops at the North Carolina Pottery Center is now available. The Center is located at 250 East Avenue in Seagrove, NC. For more information, call 336.873.8430 or go to www.ncpotterycenter.com.

-- The O'Neal School, 3300 Airport Road, Southern Pines, offers art and pottery classes for children. To register or for information, call 692-6920, ext. 108, or 692-9595.

Young At Art: An exploration of drawing, painting and sculpture. Enrich your child's world through art classes that meet on Wednesday or Thursday after school for third- and sixth-graders.

Pottery Classes: Beginner to advanced wheel throwing and hand building techniques will be explored.

Literary

The Country Bookshop

The Country Bookshop, 140 NW Broad St., Southern Pines, announces its upcoming author events. Call 692-3211 for information.

SEPTEMBER

Sept. 7 and 21 -- STORY HOUR with SPARKLE THE STORY TIME SHEEP. Thursday, 10 a.m. For children age birth to 5 and their caregivers.

Sept. 21 -- Author Ellen Hunter. 4 p.m. Hunter returns wi