Staff, patients and families of the Clarke Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital took part in a friendly competition between NICUs to see who could read to their patients the most during the month of September.
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“The Met: Live in HD,” the Metropolitan Opera’s award-winning series of live high-definition cinema simulcasts, opens its 18th season on Saturday, Oct. 5, at 1 p.m.
The Arts Council of Moore County’s October exhibition, “Fall into Autumn,” will feature works by 48 artists.
“Perfect” is an imperfect word when applied to houses. But once in a blue moon, it fits: A small dwelling that, through careful staging, appears larger; a historic Pinehurst property neither castle nor Tara; furniture of several different periods and provenances that hangs together harmoniou…
The Sunrise Theater’s annual First Friday concert series continues this October with a performance by Ashes & Arrows.
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The Country Bookshop is sponsoring several author events in October. Most events are free; advance registration is requested.
Comedian Mike Goodwin will bring his family-friendly brand of humor to the Bradshaw Performing Arts Center (BPAC) Comedy Series Friday, Oct. 4, at 7 p.m., as part of his “Big Dad Energy” tour.
Sunrise Theater Birthday Bash
Weymouth Center for the Arts & Humanities hosts their fall jazz series this Sunday, Sept. 29, at 2 pm. Featuring the Rebecca Kleinmann Quintet, you can expect two hours of Brazilian jazz and gorgeous garden views on the Great Lawn at Weymouth Center.
The Prancing Horse Farm Tour committee is working on final details for the event scheduled Oct. 20. Pictured above are committee members Don Gansen, Cindy Gansen, event chair Pat Watts, Stuart Goodwin, Kathy McGougan, Nancy Piscopo, Colleen Dolgan, Judy Lewis and Letty Baker. Tickets for the…
Pine Branch Garden Club members met to tour the Pinehurst Country Club greenhouses. Horticulture specialist Chris Johnson, PCC’s grounds superintendent, detailed particulars of greenhouse growing seasons and holiday floral planning for the extravagant pots and beds that flourish each season.…
The Survivor of Suicide Support group for family and friends who lost a loved one to suicide will next meet Tuesday, Oct 1., 6 to 8 p.m., at Weymouth Center for the Arts and Humanities, 555 Connecticut Ave., in Southern Pines. This group provides an opportunity to share with others the grie…
The Women of the Pines held their opening 2024-2025 season luncheon on Sept. 18 at Forest Creek Golf Club.
The sixth annual Community Men’s Retreat was held Sept. 7, at Pinehurst No. 9. The guest speaker was Alan Huss, coach of men’s basketball at High Point University, who shared his testimony with Sandhills Flyers coach Mike Apple and players Damien Robinson, Mike Fee, Demyron Williams, Nylikk …
The Alfred Moore Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution hosted a 100th anniversary celebration and luncheon at Penick Village, in Southern Pines, on Sept. 14. Guest attendees included members of the Sandhills Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution, DAR State Regent Crick…
Eye Candy Gallery in Southern Pines presents Wild Portraits, an evocative photography exhibit that invites you into the untamed beauty and raw spirit of the natural world. In this collection from Warren Henry Lewis, each image is a vivid exploration of wildlife, capturing fleeting moments of…
Meet Shayla! She was found with her seven baby kittens outside and all alone. Feline Friends of Moore County took them in and she is now ready for a loving, safe and indoor home. Shayla is very sweet and playful girl who loves attention and head rubs. She’s been around other cats and dogs. S…
Celebrate butterflies and other pollinators with a day of family fun and educational activities during the annual Flutterby Festival at the Village Arboretum, Pinehurst, on Saturday, Sept. 28, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Village Chapel Music Series kicks off its 10th season on Sunday, Sept. 29, at 3 p.m., with a performance by pianist Ed Martel. Founded in 2014 by the Chapel’s director of music, Stephen Gourley, the annual series of concerts has featured numerous musicians known to Moore County residents…
Calling all Parrotheads! Red’s Corner in Southern Pines will host its second annual BuffettFest on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2 to 5 p.m.
There is a moment halfway through the first act of The Encore Center’s “On Golden Pond” that might very well be the finest piece of acting seen on the stage in this theater company’s six seasons.
Step into the breathtaking 10,000-square-foot Native Pollinator Garden in Pinehurst’s Village Arboretum. This vibrant and lush landscape is adorned with nearly 50 native perennial flowers, vines, grasses, and shrubs creating a stunning display of nature’s beauty.
Step back in time with the annual Malcolm Blue Festival on Saturday, Sept. 28, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the historic Malcolm Blue Farm, 1177 Bethesda Road, in Aberdeen.
Martha Redfearn Mirman, the reigning Ms. North Carolina Senior America, was the guest of honor at a send-off luncheon at Tartare Restaurant, in Olmsted Village, on Sept. 13. Mirman will take the stage at the Senior America pageant in Atlantic City, N.J., Sept. 30-Oct. 3, to compete for the n…
Pop Up in the Pines was held Sunday, Sept. 15, at Hatchet Brewing Co., in Southern Pines. Over 50 vendors hosted booths featuring handmade items, crafts, food products and more, in addition to live music, a food truck and beer on tap from the brewery.
On Sunday, Sept. 15, Peter Lamb and The Wolves performed at the Fair Barn, with local duo Miah and Daniel opening the show. A Cooper Ford Concert Series event, presented by Vision 4 Moore, the evening of jazz-inspired nostalgia and entertainment supported the Linden Lodge Foundation.
Learn the Dance ‘Thrill the Sandhills’
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To thank the community for supporting the now 82-year-old historic theater in downtown Southern Pines, Sunrise Theater will host a free outdoor screening of “Before Sunrise,” on Wednesday, Sept. 25, at sunset, exactly 82 years to the day after the theater opened in 1942.
Dance Fit for the Cure returns Friday, Sept. 20, kicking off with an outdoor cocktail hour at 5 p.m., and dancing begins at 7:15 p.m., at Village Pine Venue, 1628 McCaskill Road, in Carthage. Proceeds benefit the Clara McLean House. Sponsored by Forte Fitness, Family Chiropractic and NutriSh…
Join the USGA Experience and World Golf Hall of Fame on Thursday, Sept. 19, for an evening with Victoria Nenno, senior historian and curator of Golftown U.S.A.: Pinehurst’s History in 50 Moments.
Sandhills Quilters Guild extends an open invitation to the community to attend the biannual Quilting in the Pines at the historic Pinehurst Fair Barn, 200 Beulah Hill Road, on Friday and Saturday, Sept- 27-28, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $8, with free admission for children under the…
Sweet tooth” is a familiar but not everyday expression. I didn’t hear it once while speaking to the two pastry chefs about how dessert must be rescued from demise. Where, I wondered, did it come from? A pejorative, perhaps, bandied by dentists? An unhealthy addiction? A demon responsible for…
Carolyn Dalton Helms will be the guest speaker for the Women of the Chapel fall retreat to be held on Saturday, Oct. 5, from 9:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m., in Chapel Hall at The Village Chapel, 10 Azalea Road, Pinehurst. Early registration begins at 9 a.m. A continental breakfast will be availab…
Meet Louise! She is a sweet, 1.5-year-old, 50 pound low rider bully who was rescued after getting her leg caught in wire fence. Fully healed, she’s now ready for her forever home. Lou Lou loves other dogs, adores children, and is house- and crate-trained. Calm and mild-mannered, she dreams o…
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Agriculture contributes about $238,413,000 annually to the local economy. To focus on agriculture’s significance to Moore County, its rich heritage and its promising future, the Moore County Extension Center has partnered with the North Carolina Department of Agriculture, the Convention and …
September officially marks the beginning of giving season, and for 56 years, United Way of Moore County has launched annual campaigns to raise money to help local nonprofit organizations.
The Women of Seven Lakes (WoSL) will meet Thursday, Oct. 3, at 2 p.m., at The Chapel in the Pines. The guest speaker will be Kim Daly, chair of Christmas For Moore.
The Deep River Chapter of the Colonel Dames XVII had their first meeting of the year on Saturday, Sept. 7, at the Pine Crest Inn in Pinehurst. Bill Edsel was the special speaker. His presentation was about the Old Scotch Graveyard, in Carthage, which dates back to 1775. Pictured above, from …
Members of the Botanical Garden Club will celebrate their 30th anniversary with a special party honoring past and present members at Amazing Grace Farm, in Carthage, on Sunday, Sept. 22. The program will include highlights from the club’s history and contributions to the community over the y…
National Hunting and Fishing Day (NHF) in North Carolina is an annual celebration that promotes outdoor recreation and conservation. On the fourth Saturday of every September, NHF Day recognizes generations of sportsmen and women for their contributions to the conservation of our nation’s ri…
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Law Enforcement Division has sworn in 18 new wildlife law enforcement officers graduating from the agency’s 60th Basic Academy training.
Mira Music Fest is scheduled to return to Rubicon Farm, in West End, from 2-7 p.m., on Saturday, Sept. 28. The annual outdoor festival will feature live performances by Scythian, Justin Clyde Williams and Julia Golden. Proceeds from the event go to provide guide dogs for blind children throu…
President, founder, mattress therapist: These are the titles Keith Moneymaker carries in his professional life. But there are many more of equal importance: son, husband, father, friend and philanthropist.
Anniversaries are occasions worth celebrating in a big way. They are a time when friends and loved ones come together to commemorate a cherished moment. Convivial chatter fills the air, while attendees indulge in food and fellowship. Memories are shared, and those present reminisce about day…
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The Junior League of Moore County, a leading women’s organization dedicated to making a positive impact in our communities, is thrilled to announce Taylor Clement, mayor of Southern Pines, has officially declared Sept. 19 as Find the Good Day. This special day of unity and compassion aims to…
Beautiful glass dewberries in shades of green, pink, rose and black will be hidden throughout Phillips Memorial Park, in Cameron, with the scavenger hunt kicking off Sept. 18.
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Beautiful glass dewberries in shades of green, pink, rose and black will be hidden throughout Phillips Memorial Park, in Cameron, with the scavenger hunt kicking off Sept. 18.
The (c)art of music can make any occasion better, even grocery shopping. Meet musician Trip Rogers, who promotes his music gigs at Harris- Teeters with images around the store. They are titled “Trip’s Teeter Tour” — admittedly, their punny nature got our attention.
The West Southern Pines Community Association invites the community to attend “Allisha’s Light Shines On,” a scholarship fundraiser in memory of Allisha D. Watts, on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2 to 8 p.m., at The Cardinal Park, in Pinebluff.
The Arts Council of Moore County invites children ages 17 and under to participate in “Hidden Magic,” on Saturday, Sept. 21, 12 to 2 p.m., at the Arts Council Galleries, at Campbell House, 482 E. Connecticut Ave., in Southern Pines. Participants will choose and decorate their own small treas…
Pinehurst United Methodist honored local educators with a Gratitude Feast on Saturday, Sept. 7. Fifty-five teachers, teachers aides and classroom workers were nominated by the congregation and invited to an upscale lunch in the church fellowship hall.
Do you want to make a difference in someone’s life? Do you have enthusiasm for learning and have an open mind? Individuals in our community need help with reading, writing, basic math, and digital literacy. They need you!
The Country Bookshop is sponsoring several author events in September. Most events are free, but advance registration is requested. Books are available for purchase at in-person events.
9/11 Memorial Ceremony
The Sunrise Theater presents a special night of original music and storytelling with singer/songwriters Jonathan Robinson, Jordan Foley and Kyle Keller on Sunday, Sept. 22. They will be performing in a songwriter round, where all three of them will be on the stage at once taking turns perfor…
RhinoLeap is one of the fastest growing arts organizations in the state. Based in Asheboro, they produce live theater, dance and music, as well as a weekly radio show called “Crash Radio” for WKXR 94.9FM and a television show for PBS-NC called “Making North Carolina.” They also conduct arts-…
The Filipino American Community of Moore County celebrated a significant milestone in the organization’s history with the induction of officers and a first General Assembly on Saturday, Aug. 10, at the E.S. Douglass Community Center, in Southern Pines.
During the 2024 Murphy RePlay Instrument Drive and RePaint Art Supplies Drive last month, the Arts Council of Moore County collected over 30 band and orchestra instruments, loads of art supplies, and over $600 in financial donations.
The Sunrise Theater hosted a free screening of “We’re All Plastic People Now,” on Tuesday, Aug. 27, sponsored by the Climate Crisis Working Group (CCWG), Moore County’s NAACP, League of Women Voters of Moore County and the Southern Pines Civic Club. The documentary film was followed by a pan…
The Sandhills Chapter of the Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA) met at Red Bowl Asian Bistro Restaurant, in Southern Pines, for lunch in late August. Club members also drove their autos in the Independence Day Parade, on July 4, in Pinehurst. As usual, during the August meeting a coll…
The Rufus Barringer Civil War Round Table will meet Thursday, Sept. 19, at 7 p.m., at the Civic Club, on the corner of Pennsylvania Avenue and Ashe Street, in Southern Pines. Socializing begins at 6:30 p.m. Historian Zachary Pittard will speak on “The Battle of Staunton River Bridge and a Re…
If you’re ready for a challenge, the superloop of Buzzard Rock Ultras is known for being the hardest 10-mile trail loop in Moore County. More than just a race, it’s a journey through the most scenic and demanding trails the area has to offer.
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The Met: Live in HD, the Metropolitan Opera’s award-winning series of live high-definition cinema simulcasts, opens its 18th season on Saturday, Oct. 5, at 1 p.m., with a live transmission of Offenbach’s “Les Contes d’Hoffmann,” which stars acclaimed tenor Benjamin Bernheim in the title role…
Say hello to Lottie, the ultimate pointer mix! She is spayed, vaccinated, on heartworm prevention, and is a 50-pound sweetheart who adores everyone she meets. Whether she’s chilling out or on an adventure, Lottie’s mood is all about your vibes. She’s been on the lookout for her perfect famil…
Sunrise Theater hosted First Friday featuring Eddie Roberts and The Lucky Strokes, with the Sam Fribush Organ Trio, on Friday, Sept. 6, in downtown Southern Pines.
