Piedmont Parent October 2015

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hile scrolling through my Instagram feed recently, I noticed one of my friends posted a beautiful fall image of colorful leaves that included the text, “Who’s ready for hoodies, bonfires, cuddling and fall?” I, too, look forward to autumn, and October is the perfect month for being outside with its cool evenings yet ideal daytime temperatures, a nice change of pace from summer’s unrelenting heat.

October means running and jumping in leaf piles, backyard campfires, Halloween décor, and if you are a Starbucks fan, you know that it’s officially pumpkin spice latte season.

For my family, October means it’s time for the candied applies from the Dixie Classic Fair, simmering chicken stew for a Saturday evening meal, our annual camping trip to the N.C. mountains, and of course, stocking up on bags of candy for the onslaught of trick-ortreaters later in the month.

We also look forward to our annual day trip to the Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia where we attempt to get lost in a corn maze and pick out our favorites jack-o'-lanterns from a pumpkin patch. To plan your own family’s pumpkin patch day trip, we’ve compiled a list of 13 destinations that are a short drive from the Triad (Fall Fun on the Farm, page 12). Many of these pumpkin patches also have kids’ activities, hayrides and picnic areas, so be sure to bring your camera to capture the moments.

If you are heading to the mountains this year to admire the stunning fall foliage, consider planning your trip around one of the many fairs and craft shows (Fall Festivals in the NC Mountains, page 14) with a variety of carnival rides and games, live music, and more.

And if you are looking for October fun closer to home, don’t miss our Calendar of Events (page 16) for local fairs, festivals, Halloween events and activities for the whole family.

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Twin City Stage Celebrates 80 Years of Entertainment Twin City Stage will host a Community Open House from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and a birthday party from 7 to 10 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3 in honor of its 80year anniversary. Both events will take place at the Arts Council Theatre at 610 Coliseum Drive in Winston-Salem.

“We’re excited to be marking the milestone of 80 years of creating theater in our community,” said Executive Director Maureen Daly. “Our birthday is a great opportunity to look back and remember, lay out the path for our future, and to express sincere gratitude and appreciation to all the people who have been a part of the organization’s success.”

The oldest performing arts organization in the city, TCS, formerly known as The Little Theatre of WinstonSalem, offers acting classes and camps for children and teens in addition to its many productions.

The open house will feature photos and memorabilia, behind-thescenes tours, and refreshments. The birthday party will include a dessert reception, live entertainment and a video presentation. Candles will be available for sale for those who’d like to help light the grand birthday cake. For more information, call 748-0857, ext.

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Annual Renaissance Festival Returns to Huntersville For eight consecutive weekends through Nov. 22, the 22nd Annual Carolina Renaissance Festival, a celebration of medieval times, returns to Huntersville with an abundance of food, arts and crafts vendors, family entertainment on 12 stages, and plenty of fun activities for kids.

The historic harvest celebration will feature comedy and circus acts, musicians, sword swallowers and costumed acrobats, and jousting knights on horseback, among other exciting performers. Village vendors will offer a feast of hearty stews, sweet treats, meats on sticks and of course, giant roasted turkey legs fit for royalty.

Guests can shop for a variety of home decor, jewelry, clothing, and handmade art and pottery. For the kids, the festival features people-powered amusement rides, a castle climbing wall, archery and pony rides.

The event will take place Saturdays and Sundays from Oct. 3 to Nov. 22 from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Highway 73 at Popular Tent Road between I-77 and I-85. Tickets are $23 for adults and $11 for kids ages 5-12 at area Harris-Teeters or $1 more when bought at the gate. Seniors over 60 and military personnel with a valid ID will receive a discount, and children under 5 will be admitted free. For more information, visit carolina.renfestinfo.com or call 704-896-5544 or toll-free 877-896-5544.

Carve Your Own Jack-’o-Lantern at Salem Square Old Salem Museums & Gardens in Winston-Salem will provide free pumpkins for children who participate in its annual Halloween Pumpkin Carving Contest on Saturday, Oct. 24 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. while supplies last.

The event will take place at Salem Square at South Main and Academy streets, and prizes will be offered in several categories. Completed jack-’o-lanterns will be lighted and displayed on the fence at the square for Trick or Treat in Old Salem the next night, Oct. 25. After 7:30 that evening, participants may take their pumpkins home.

Each child must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who should bring carving tools from home. Old Salem will announce the contest winners on its Facebook page Oct. 26.

Tickets are not required. For more information, email info@oldsalem.org or call 721-7300.

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Parents need school supplies too, and the new Guilford County Schools app gives parents access to their child’s grades, school menus, upcoming events and other information.

The free app can be found by searching for “Guilford County Schools” through Google Play or the App Store.

Users can select the schools they wish to follow, subscribe to news and social media alerts, pay for meals, add events to their mobile calendars and even follow their favorite high school sports teams, all in one place. They can also access a staff directory and download eBooks through the district’s eBook shelf.

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Eight students in Winston-Salem/Forsyth County high schools named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists for 2015-16.

Belle Windham: I like the petting zoo because I'm a big animal person.

The National Merit Scholarship Corporation recently announced the names of about 16,000 semifinalists in the 61st annual National Merit Scholarship Program. These academically talented highschool seniors have an opportunity to continue in the competition for some 7,400 National Merit Scholarships worth about $32 million that will be offered next spring. Scholarships are underwritten both by the program and by about 440 business organizations and higher education institutions.

The Winston-Salem/Forsyth County semifinalists and their home schools are: • Atkins Academic and Technology — Jonathan Grubbs and Vinish Kumar • Early College of Forsyth — Jake Gigliotti • Mount Tabor — Patrick Markwalter • Parkland — Matthew Pittard • Reagan — Vignesh Gopalan • Reynolds — Benjamin Shafer • West Forsyth — Omsai Meka The semifinalists from Atkins, Mount Tabor, Reagan and West Forsyth also attend Career Center. Each child must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who should bring carving tools from home. Old Salem will announce the contest winners on its Facebook page Oct. 26.

Tickets are not required. For more information, email info@oldsalem.org or call 721-7300.

Patti Hunt Russell: Pinto beans and hush puppies … exhibits Tonya Roark: Funnel cakes are great!

Heather Ford: Funnel cake … definitely the funnel cake!

Julie Thornton: My son loves the big slide. I like seeing what deep fried concoction they have this year and people watching.

Shelia Rucker Dawson: Funnel cakes forever!

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Flu Vaccine: Nasal Spray or Injection?

Signs That Your Child May Have ‘Entitlement’ Issues Amy McCready, author of “’The Me, Me, Me’ Epidemic” (Tarcher/Penguin, $26.95), writes that many parents struggle to say “No” to their children when they most need to hear it in order to develop compassion and gratitude.

McCready suggests a child may feel entitled if he or she: • Expects bribes or rewards for good behavior.

The national Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recommends that all persons ages 6 months and older be vaccinated annually against influenza.

For 2015-16, the ACIP did not renew its 2014-15 preference for using the nasal spray flu vaccine instead of the flu shot in healthy children ages 2-8.

The decision not to renew this recommendation was made based on new data from more recent seasons that have not confirmed superior effectiveness of the nasal spray vaccine observed in earlier studies. ACIP recommends that children ages 6 months and older get an annual influenza vaccine with no preference stated for either the nasal spray vaccine or flu shot.

The ACIP is a panel of immunization experts that advises the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Part of the ACIP charter is to continually evaluate new data and update or change recommendations as warranted. The new data considered by ACIP included vaccine effectiveness estimates for the 2013-14 and 2014-15 seasons.

• Rarely lifts a finger to help out around the house.

• Is more concerned about himself than others.

• Passes blame when things go wrong.

• Can’t handle disappointment.

• Needs a treat to get through the store.

• Expects to be rescued from her mistakes.

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The increased risk of asthma in children born to mothers who experience prenatal depression. The use of antidepressants during pregnancy also resulted in a 25 percent increased risk of asthma, compared to children born to mothers who did not experience depression.

Source: Pediatrics (April 2015)

5 Tips for a Safe and Healthy Life 1. Eat healthy. Visit choosemyplate.gov for suggestions.

• Feels like the rules don’t apply.

2. Be active for at least two-and-a-half hours per week, engaging in activities that raise your breathing and heart rates, and strengthen your muscles.

• Constantly wants more, more, more.

3. Protect yourself and your family. Use seatbelts and practice other safety skills.

Learn more about this “guide to raising capable, grateful kids in an over-entitled world” and find more of McCready’s tips at amymccready.com.

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4. Manage stress. Balance work and play, and encourage and model healthy behaviors.

5. Get check-ups. Schedule appropriate check-ups for your children and don’t overlook your own need for regular medical evaluations.

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GROWING UP Whether your family prefers connecting via FaceTime, Skype or a basic corded landline, modern kids need to learn communication etiquette for the phone, along with other forms of electronic communication, Corbett says.

“When calling a friend, if someone else answers, introduce yourself and ask to speak with your friend. Don’t interrupt others when speaking on the phone,” she says. “If you must answer a cell phone call in public, excuse yourself, don’t involve others in your conversation. And if you have a camera phone, never take photos of people without first asking their permission.”

Keeping Social Graces

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Everyday etiquette for tots, tweens and teens

Whether your child is interviewing for an after-school job, a summer internship or a college admissions spot, essential etiquette can make the difference between acing the interview or falling flat. Introduction basics are something teens should master by high school, according to Corbett, and include a firm handshake, eye contact, and speaking with a smile and confidence.

Acknowledging adults by addressing them by their proper titles — ‘How are you, Mr. Jones’ — is another vital skill, Corbett says. More advanced, age-appropriate table manners, including which knife and fork to use, where to place napkins, and which water glass belongs to you, help spark confidence when teens eat at friends’ homes, in restaurants and on dates.

Electronic protocol (never text something or post something online that you wouldn’t want your entire community to see), and professional dressing and grooming are other elements of etiquette to help teens succeed in high school and beyond, Corbett says. “Manners provide that ‘extra edge’ that makes the difference.”

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hen someone mentions manners, you might picture grandmothers swatting young elbows off the table. Time-honored etiquette may be old-fashioned,

but don’t assume it’s passé, says Donna Corbett, executive director of Amazing Grace Etiquette Inc. in Raleigh. Manners impact everything from your child’s earliest friendships to his future employment. Read on for age-by-age tips on raising a child with social savvy to spare.

AGES 0-5

Model Behavior Toddlers aren’t known for polite behavior, but little ones as young as 18 months can begin learning basic manners, says Angela Santomero, child development expert and creator of the popular children’s PBS series “Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood.”

“Manners are all about empathy and respect. Babies as young as 18 months will mimic what they see and hear,” she says.

“Talking to your child, as well as others around you, in the way you want your child to talk to others, helps form the foundation of empathy.” From there, tots begin to learn the importance of treating others well.

When it comes to basic etiquette, Corbett says, “The hardest job kids face

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today is learning good manners without seeing any.” When parents consistently say please and thank you, chew with their mouths closed, demonstrate good technology habits (pocketing that phone during family time), and avoid interrupting others, children pick up these habits too.

AGES 6-12

It's for You The school years bring close connections with new friends and for many, first phone calls with pals (often courtesy of mom or dad’s smartphone). Sadly, phone manners — the set of behaviors associated with respectful telephone communication — seem to have fallen by the wayside in the age of texting and screen-based socializing.

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completed? A schedule promotes security during this time of change and uncertainty.

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Loosen the reins. That may seem to contradict the above, but find

areas where your daughter can take on responsibility as she is ready.

Perhaps she can help come up with her schedule. Let her chose her wardrobe.

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Set boundaries with social media, as this age is the prime age when

a teen starts worrying more about who is posting on Instagram or Snapchat and less about math homework. Monitor social media to prevent bullying and low selfesteem. (No, your child won’t like letting you have passwords and

A Middle School Survivor’s Guide

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Set social media limits. The smart phone goes on the kitchen counter

My daughter is in sixth grade, and I keep hearing about all the turbulence of middle school. My friends tell me how hard it was for them and their children. What can I do to make it a better experience for my child?

Moving from elementary school to middle school carries the uncertainty of new friends, bullying, social media and different ways of doing things.

Middle school also comes at that time when tweens become teens and begin developing independence. It may be difficult at times, but try to walk that fine line between staying involved and allowing her more independence.

We all like stability, but middle school is a time of great change. This will cause anxiety as the little boys and girls of elementary school take their first steps toward young adulthood. Here are some ideas to help both of you:

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when its bedtime.

Transition at any age brings fear of the unknown and of unexpected outcomes. Be alert and on your toes

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Stay involved and connected with your daughter. Ask her often about teachers, friends and classes.

as your daughter adapts to hormonal,

Head online and become familiar with the developmental issues and stages of adolescents. You will know that most of the behavioral changes you’ll see in your daughter are pretty normal, and that should lower your anxiety.

responsible for their own assignments

Keep a daily schedule including

after-school activities to ensure consistency and stability. For example: What time will she wake up each morning and when is homework expected to be

physical, emotional and cognitive changes. Middle-school students are expected to be more independent and without hovered care. Part of your role is to help your daughter find a healthy balance between doing it alone and recognizing when to ask for help. Middle school won’t be a smooth road. But knowing what to expect can make the inevitable bumps manageable.

Hannah Nail Coble is an outpatient therapist at Cone Health Behavioral Health Center at MedCenter Kernersville. Send questions to Sherri McMillen at sherri. mcmillen@conehealth.com. piedmontparent.com | OCTOBER 2015

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f, as author Malcolm Gladwell’s “10,000 hour rule” theory suggests, 10,000 hours of “deliberate practice” are all it takes to become world-class, there will be a stunning number of elite athletes in college and professional sports in the next few years.

Ten thousand hours is nothing to the increasing number of kids playing a yearround sport for a club travel team — that’s a five- or six-day-a-week commitment to a single sport for 11 months a year.

“I’m scared to really do the math,” jokes Amy Tornquist when asked how many soccer games she’s attended over the last year. This full-time chef in Durham has two daughters who play competitive “classic” soccer.

“Twenty regular season games,” she says, “plus three or four games per tournament — times two.”

Tornquist’s daughters play because they love the sport and because Tornquist appreciates soccer as a teaching tool.

Experts couldn’t be more in sync with parents like Tornquist about the more-thanphysical benefits associated with playing youth sports.

At Triangle Volleyball Club in Morrisville, associate director Mike Schall is proud of the club’s commitment to their mission statement: “Educating the whole

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person.” Schall says Triangle Volleyball Club strives to teach athletes not only the sport of volleyball, but also discipline, respect, responsibility, commitment, leadership, work ethic and the importance of teamwork.

These lessons come in handy down the road. A study done by the Harvard Business Review found that more than half of women in top executive positions had played a college sport (97 percent had played a sport growing up), and hiring partners noted these sport-learned traits as being key to their hiring.

Go for the Goal Here are some of the reasons athletes — and their parents — decide to commit to a club team.

Fitness. Club sports, with their regular

training sessions, offer an easy, year-round solution in a protected environment. Most clubs emphasize conditioning and offer separate fitness programs, usually identified as speed or agility training.

Advanced training. Clubs often offer

professionally trained coaches who have years of high-level coaching and playing experience. Many clubs focus on

fundamentals, offering additional skillspecific sessions.

Life lessons. Studies have found that sports involvement leads not only to improved health, but to better grades, less drug use, higher self-esteem and key social skills.

Payback. Many kids dream of playing for

their favorite college, while parents dream of corresponding scholarships. Most clubs offer exposure to college coaches and scholarship potential as a selling point.

Keeping up. “No parent wants their kid to fall behind,” says Ian Andersen, whose 11-year-old son, Zack, plays soccer for Greensboro United. Peer pressure doesn’t motivate Andersen — Zack has adored soccer since age 2 — but he knows some parents who are already thinking about high school or college and are out there because, he says, “everyone else is doing it.”

The Trappings Clubs offer sleek uniforms, personalized sweatsuits, matching backpacks and, of course, the cute car sticker or magnet in team colors. And there’s the travel. What kid doesn’t like staying at a hotel with a team of friends and eating sport-approved snacks

Members of Triangle Volleyball Club’s 13 Black team compete at a travel tournament in Atlanta.  Photos courtesy of Michele Schwartz.

for four or more weekends per year?

As club teams get stronger and attract upper- to middle-class athletes and their sport-focused parents, recreational and community teams naturally weaken. School programs are suffering, too. A nonprofit promoting youth sports, Up2Us, notes the recent cumulative $3.5 billion cut in public school sports, and estimates that by 2020, 27 percent of U.S. public high schools will no longer have any sport teams or programs of any kind.

Playing Defense Should athletes really play 10,000 hours of any one sport? In addition to an increased chance of overuse injuries, visions of playing at a Division I college on full scholarship are rarely realized. According to ScholarshipStats.com, only about 2 percent of high school varsity athletes end up playing Division I sports, let alone getting a scholarship to do so. Scholarly and nonscholarly critiques offer additional reasons to proceed with caution.

Cost. In addition to yearly club fees,

families must figure in the cost of uniforms, equipment, travel, meals and hotels for weekend tournaments. According to a 2014 University of Florida Sport Policy and Research Collaborative report, travel-team parents spend an average of $2,266 annually on their child’s sports participation, and at the elite levels some families spend more than $20,000 per year.

Exclusivity. Increasing specialization at an early age means more casual youth athletes drop organized sports altogether before they even have a chance to try out for a middle school team.

Overuse injuries. Dr. Scott Burbank at OrthoCarolina in Charlotte and team physician for the Charlotte Independence professional soccer team, has observed a substantial increase in overuse injury among his young patients. “It’s not

surprising given how much they play,” he says. “Kids are particularly susceptible to growth-plate injury, and if you stress a growing skeleton all year long, it will start to feel that stress.”

Mental toll. The mental drain of overspecialization is equally clear. “These kids who started playing for travel clubs at age 9, 10, 11 — by the time they’re in college, they’re just tired, their bodies are worndown. It has become a job,” says Greg Dale, an author, professor of sport psychology and ethics at Duke University, and director of the Sport Psychology and Leadership Programs for Duke Athletics.

Less time for academics and other interests. “I’m a big believer in getting

done what needs to get done academically before a player comes to the field,” says Jim O’Neill, head lacrosse coach at Reynolds High School in Winston-Salem and coach for Winston-Salem Lacrosse.

“It’s the academics that will benefit these athletes in the long run. Your ability to play competitively is a small window. Academics are for life.”

Parental pressure. “When I was growing

up, youth sports was about children competing against other children,” says John O’Sullivan, founder of the Changing the Game Project, an initiative to “put the ‘play’ back in ‘play ball.’ ” “Now, far too often, it’s about adults competing with other adults through their children, and as a result 70 percent of kids quit before they reach high school,” he says.

Burbank agrees. “It’s a societal pattern of behavior. Intuitively, parents think the more you play, the better you get, and it has become a race. Kids will do anything to please parents and coaches: even play through serious pain.”

Parents who sign their kids up for year-round clubs recognize the problem.

“Club sports cost a lot and some parents expect to see a return,” Andersen

says. “We have to remember that no one is making us sign up. No one is promising us our kid is going to be a star. Expectations put pressure on everyone, including the kid.

We’ve got a lot of young kids thinking too hard, afraid to mess up.”

So, should your child play year-round, travel team club sports? On practical, financial and philosophical grounds, it works for some families, but not others.

Club sports can deliver a lot of benefit and enjoyment to your family if you take advantage of it in a healthy way.

“If your kid is smiling and having fun, then you’re getting something right,” Andersen says.

Caitlin Wheeler is a freelance writer living in Durham. piedmontparent.com | OCTOBER 2015

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FALL FUN at the Farm Celebrate October with a visit to one of these pumpkin patches, corn mazes It wouldn’t be fall without a hayride and a visit to the pumpkin patch to pick out the ultimate pumpkin for carving. There are many options within a short car ride from the Triad. Try your hand at navigating a corn maze, pet some barnyard animals and sample some apple cider for a trip your family won’t forget.

The Amazing Maize Maze at Historic Rural Hill Farm ruralhillfarm.org 4431 Neck Road, Huntersville 704-875-3113 Oct. 3-Nov. 1, Saturdays and Sundays 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $11 for ages 13 and up; $7.50 for ages 5-12. Hayrides are an additional $3 per person.

The Amazing Maize Maze offers all ages 7 acres of challenging fun.

Aw Shucks Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch awshuckscornmaze.com, the13thacre. com 3718 Plyler Mill Road, Monroe 704-709-7000 As seen on Animal Planet, the Aåw Shucks Corn Maze is open Sept.

18-Nov. 14. Friday 6-10 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday 1-6 p.m. In November, Fridays are only open by reservation.

Free for ages 3 and under; $8 plus tax for ages 4-12; $10 plus tax for ages 13 and older.

General admission includes the corn maze, hayrides, the animal barn, grain bin slide, 1800s train car, kids’ play area, paddle boat rides and more.

Additional costs for food, the pumpkin marketplace, fossil mining and target shooting for kids. The 13th Acre Haunted Trail is open nightly through October for ages 8 and older for a separate fee.

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Carrigan Farms carriganfarms.com, scarriganfarms.com 1261 Oak Ridge Farm Highway, Mooresville 704-664-1450 Weekdays on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 2, 3 and 4 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is $10 per person and includes a pumpkin, visit to the petting zoo and fresh apple cider.

Pumpkins and hayrides to the patch during October; fall harvest tours. The Scarrigan Farms haunted walking trail runs nightly on weekend evenings in October. $20 per person for ages 12 and older only.

Farmer Ganyard and Upchurch Farm pumpkincountry.com 2521 Louis Stephens Road, Cary 919-812-7370 Open daily beginning Sept. 25.

Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Farm admission is $14 per person, ages 2 and up.

New location! Pumpkin patch, hayrides, barnyard animals, giant haystack, short and tall cornfield mazes, hay maze, farm store, picnics, and parties. Each admission includes picking one free pumpkin from the patch. Pre-picked pumpkins can be purchased directly from the farm store without admission.

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1606 Pickett Road, Sanford 919-498-6727 Sept. 19-Nov. 1 Wednesday-Friday by appointment only; Friday 7-10 p.m. (October only); Saturday 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday 1-6 p.m.

Pumpkin patch, 15-acre corn maze, hayrides, John Deere tricycle track and picnic areas. General admission is $3 per person with additional fees for the playground, corn maze and hayrides.

Combo tickets available for $16.

Hill Ridge Farms hillridgefarms.com 703 Tarboro Road, Youngsville 919-556-1771, 800-358-4170 Sept. 1-Nov. 8 Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fall Festival general admission is $12 for ages 2-12 and $10 for 13 and older.

Children 2 years and under admitted free.

Pumpkin patch, covered wagon hayrides, train rides, corn maze, gemstone panning, fish feeding dock, kids’ playland, 80-foot giant slide and pony rides.

Hodges Farm hodgesfarmnc.com 3900 Rocky River Road East, Charlotte 704-608-8897 Open from 9 a.m. to dusk through Oct. 31. Hayrides and pony rides available on weekends.

Free parking and free admission for

families and birthday parties. Free self-guided tours of the farm and animals, a hay mountain for jumping and climbing, hay maze, and light refreshments. $5 per person for ages 4 and up for hayrides; 3 years and under admitted free. Pick-your-own pumpkins $5 and up, depending on size.

Iseley Farms iseleyfarms.com 2960 Burch Bridge Road, Burlington 336-584-3323 Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday 1-5 p.m.

Pumpkins, apples, gourds, corn, vegetables and mums. Call to schedule group hayrides during the week.

Group hayrides are available without reservation every Saturday and Sunday in October.

J. Razz & Tazz Farm jrazz.com 466 Peeden Drive, Gibsonville 336-697-2473, 336-698-0519 Corn Maze opens Sept. 26, 2015 Friday 4-10 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday 1-7 p.m.

Pumpkin patch — pick in the field or gathered, cow train rides, corn maze, haunted corn maze, tractor-pulled hay rides, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, and school tours.

Haunted forest Friday and Saturday nights beginning Oct. 2.

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Kersey Valley Maize Adventure maizeadventure.com 1615 Kersey Valley Road, Archdale 336- 431-1700 Open Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 6 p.m. General admission of $12.95 includes corn maze, jumping pillows, tram train, cow train, kiddie zip, Tree House Village and Dinosaur Discovery.

Children 3 and under free for general admission. Adventure passes available for $20. Parking $5.

Lazy O Farm 3583 Packing Plant Road, Smithfield 919-934-1132 Daytime hours, by appointment only.

Maze Dayz Adventure Oct. 1-Nov. 10.

Costs range from $5-$12. Hayrides, pumpkin patch, cow-milking simulation, picnic area, educational farm tours and live animals. Trick-ortreating in the Maze on Oct. 31 from 2 to 5 p.m. at $5 per person. Cash and check only.

Patterson Farm pattersonfarminc.com 10390 Caldwell Road, Mount Ulla Fall Fun on the Farm Sept. 26-Nov. 1.

Weekends only. Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday 12:30-6 p.m. $9 general admission; $13 includes “Food for Thought” maze.

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Riverbend Farm riverbendfarm.net 12150 McManus Road, Midland Oct. 1-31 Monday-Friday, 3:30-6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 1-6 p.m.

Bring the family to Riverbend Farm for a wagon ride out to the pumpkin patch, a visit with the barnyard animals, a farm-themed playground, educational displays, goat walk and more. $5.50 for ages 2 and older. Additional activities (for a small fee) include the Air Cannon (weekends only), the goat walk and ice cream at the ice cream

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Fall Festivals in the

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If you are thinking about a trip to the mountains this October, consider scheduling around a fall festival in one of these North Carolina mountain towns.

Brushy Mountain Apple Festival Oct. 3, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Downtown North Wilkesboro applefestival.net Mountain heritage celebration offers live entertainment, crafts, food and plenty of apples. Prefestival Apple Jam with live music on Friday at 6 p.m.

Free.

Cherokee Indian Fair Oct. 6-10, 9 a.m.-10 p.m.

Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds 545 Tsali Blvd., Cherokee cherokee-nc.com Games, rides, music, fireworks, Ferris wheel and more.

See website for fees.

Sugar Mountain Oktoberfest Oct. 10-11, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sugar Mountain Resort 1009 Sugar Mountain Drive oktoberfest.skisugar.com Children’s activity area, German cuisine, live entertainment, and arts and crafts. Free.

Boone Heritage Festival Oct. 11, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Daniel Boone Park 591 Horn in the West Drive, Boone booneheritagefestival.com Celebration of Appalachian heritage offers 18thcentury living history demonstrations, storytelling, children’s activities and craft vendors. Free.

Lake Eden Arts Festival Oct. 15-18 Camp Rockmont 375 Lake Eden Road, Black Mountain

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theleaf.com Culinary arts, handcrafts, poetry, seven family adventure villages and live music. Advance tickets only. Free for ages 10 and younger.

Maggie Valley Fall Arts and Crafts Festival Oct. 17-18, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Maggie Valley Festival Grounds U.S. 19, Maggie Valley maggievalley.org Local and regional craftsmen and food vendors. Free.

Oktoberfest Oct. 17, Noon-4:30 p.m.

High Hampton Inn 1525 Hwy. 107 S., Cashiers highhamptoninn.com Sample German cuisine, hear the Atlanta Polka Band and see the Euro Volk Dancers dressed in traditional German attire, and enjoy carnival games.

Woolly Worm Festival Oct. 17-18, Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sun., 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Downtown Banner Elk woollyworm.com A weekend of woolly worm races to determine the official weather-worm for the year, plus food, crafts and rides. $3-$5, free for children 4 and under.

Halloweenfest Oct. 31; 10 a.m.-10 p.m.

Downtown Brevard halloweenfestnc.com Spooky fun includes pumpkin carving, costume contest, parade, pie bake-off, street vendors, live music, and a pumpkin roll down Jailhouse Hill. Free.

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A Weekend Hike to Mount LeConte

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rowing up in Virginia, only minutes away from Shenandoah National Park, mountains have always been a part of my life. As a child, I often hiked with my parents, and once my own daughter was old enough to travel, I was eager to share my love of the outdoors with her.

We decided to head south to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, which straddles western North Carolina and eastern Tennessee. While my 2-year-old, Heidi, was already a veteran of several day hikes, I bravely decided to try an overnight hike up the Smokies’ third highest peak, Mount LeConte, which towers 6,593 feet.

Mount LeConte offers the only lodging available within the boundaries of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The catch? LeConte Lodge is a hike-in only lodge with no electricity or running water.

Reservations in advance for LeConte Lodge are necessary.

Friday: Old Mill Heading into the Smoky Mountains Friday afternoon, we spend the night in Pigeon Forge. We skip the tourist hoopla and head to Old Mill Square, home of an operational 1830 gristmill. From there, we grab dinner and turn in for the night.

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Gatlinburg to the famous Pancake Pantry to load up on hike-worthy fare. Stomachs full, we enlist local hiker shuttle service A Walk in the Woods. Shuttle services drop hikers off at a trailhead in one place, so they can park their car at a different end spot.

(Shuttle costs vary).

We’re dropped off with our gear and we set off on our steep 5-mile journey to the top of LeConte. The first stretch of the trail gives us a good opportunity to warm up. The path parallels Alum Cave Creek, and we pause for Heidi to wade in the chilly water.

As we continue on our way, we come to Arch Rock, a narrow tunnel formed by centuries of freeze-thaw conditions on this mountainside. From there the trail climbs more steeply, and we reach Inspiration Point, which affords us views of jagged slopes.

At the halfway point, we come to the trail’s signature feature — Alum Cave Bluffs. These arching rock formations create a rain shelter with such an arid climate in their shadow that precipitation never reaches the dry soil beneath them.

The trek becomes more challenging as we navigate narrow rock ledges using steel cables to pull our way along. Within a few hours, we approach LeConte’s summit and

the lodge comes into view. Exhausted, we turn in early.

Sunday: Down the Mountain We rise early the next morning, heading down the Rainbow Falls Trail, electing to stop for a picnic lunch on the boulders below the falls, which make a dramatic drop over a rock ledge and create a veil of water out of a fairytale setting. Heidi toddles around on the rocks, bending to touch the stream below the falls. When we reach the trail base and the parking lot with our car, it’s about 3 p.m.

We drive back toward civilization, hitting Gatlinburg, where we pay a visit to Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies. Heidi is delighted by the long glide path under the shark lagoon where sharks and stingrays swim over our heads.

After dinner, and before we head back to the hotel, we take a sunset ride up the Gatlinburg Sky Lift, which carries us over the town for a mountaintop view.

Plan your very own Mount LaConte getaway and mix in some fun by stopping in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg for a trip the entire family can enjoy.

Deborah R. Huso is an outdoor recreation and travel writer who has the good fortune of living on a farm in central Virginia within walking distance of two wineries. piedmontparent.com | OCTOBER 2015

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History Rocks!

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The High Point Historical Society presents its fifth annual fundraiser. This event will celebrate 125 years of the High Point Fire Department with an exhibit, demonstrations and fire trucks.

The event also includes local bands, food, a bake sale, hands-on activities and demonstrations. Bring chairs and blankets. A special feature will be a rock-a-thon to benefit the Historical Society Adopt-an-Artifact program.

Noon-4 p.m. Free. 885-1859. High Point Museum, 1859 E. Lexington Ave., HP. highpointmuseum.org.

Mary Powell, Marc, Jack and Davis DeLille along with their dog, Daisy, enjoy a picnic while listening to the music.

Image used with permission from High Point Museum, 2014.

Kids will enjoy the children's stage area at this year's festival.

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32nd Annual Barbecue Festival. Oct. 24 One of the Country’s most popular food festivals. More than 400 exhibitors sell everything from handmade crafts to handmade fudge. A juried competition includes artists and craftsmen from across the country. 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Free.

Uptown Lexington.

From Here to There Exhibit at SciWorks. Oct. 1-31 How do we move things on land, sea and air? Discover the laws of gravity and motion as you float on a Hovercraft chair, move your boat through an authentic canal lock system, send colored balls zooming through air tubes, lift weights with pulleys, levers, pneumatics and hydraulics, and more. Exhibit runs through Jan. 3. Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday Noon-5 p.m. $9-$11. 767-6730. SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road, W-S. sciworks.org.

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Art in the Overlook Gallery. Drop in for creative art making activities inspired by current exhibitions. All ages. 3:30-4:30 p.m. FREE. 725-1904. Southeastern Center for Contemporary Art (SECCA), 750 Marguerite Drive, W-S. secca.org.

Crafternoon. Come in and make a take home craft. Parents and teachers are also invited to learn to make easy crafts for their kids or classrooms. All ages.

4 p.m. FREE. 703-2910. Carver School Road Branch Library, 4915 Lansing Drive, W-S. forsyth.cc/library/carver.

Mocha Moms. A support group for mothers of color who have chosen not to work full time outside the home to devote more time to their families and communities. 9:30 a.m. FREE. 650-7695. Georgia E. Taylor Recreation Center, 1471 W. Clemmonsville Road, W-S. mochamoms-winston.tripod.com.

Preschool Story Time Archdale. In addition to stories, puppets, felt boards, finger plays and more are offered. Parents or caregivers must be with the child. Call 431-3811 for more information. Ages 2-5. 10:30 a.m. FREE. 431-3811. Archdale Public Library, 10433 S. Main St., Archdale. randolphlibrary.org.

Story Time at Jamestown Library. Enjoy stories for toddlers and preschoolers.

10:30 a.m. FREE. 454-4815. Jamestown Public Library, 200 W. Main St., Jamestown. jamestownpubliclibrary.com.

Story Time for Toddlers Archdale. Best for children 12-24 months, a story with puppets, musical instruments and bubbles is offered. 10 a.m. FREE. 4313811. Archdale Public Library, 10433 S. Main St., Archdale. randolphlibrary.org.

Teen Money Management. This series of classes promotes financial responsibility and independence among teens.

Participants learn how to manage a checking account, create a budget, save and invest money and pay for college.

Ages 13-18. $4 per class. 883-3407.

Deep River Recreation Center, 1529 Skeet Club Road, HP.

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Book Babies at Reynolda Manor. Babies from birth to toddlers are welcome with their parents/caregivers. Sing songs, repeat chants and rhymes and have a great time. 10:30 a.m. FREE. 703-2960.

Reynolda Manor Branch Library, 2839 Fairlawn Drive, W-S. forsyth.cc/Library/ Reynolda.

Children’s Boutique Resale. Friday 9 a.m.4 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-noon. Select items ½ price all day Saturday. Children’s Boutique Resale, 720 Coliseum Drive, W-S. childrensboutiqueresale.com.

GEMS (Girls Empower Self) High School.

In this 6-week facet of the GEMS program for Grades 9-12, girls will explore their uniqueness and strength and realize that they can navigate the lessons life gives with grace so that the result will be an even more lovely, strong and admirable young woman like a pearl. 4:30-6:30 p.m. Registration required. $50 Members/$60 Non Members. 882-4126. YWCA Studio Art, 112 Gatewood Ave., HP. YWCAHP.com.

Hillsdale United Methodist Church Consignment Sale. Friday 6-8p.m.; Saturday 9-11:30 a.m. and noon2p.m.1/2-price sale. 998-4020. Hillsdale United Methodist Church, 5018 Highway 158, Advance. hillsdaleumc. com/consign.

La Leche League of Greensboro.

Join other pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers for breastfeeding information and support. Babies and toddlers welcome. 10 a.m. FREE. 6441567. Leonard Recreational Center, 6324 Ballinger Road, GSO. Lllofnc.org.

Laugh Your Way To A Better Marriage.

Mark Gungor is one of the most sought-after international speakers on marriage and family. Register at laughyourway.com. Child care Available.

Please register for child care by sending an email to mikew@fccministries. com. Friday 7-9 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m.Noon. $35. 996-7388. First Christian Church, 1130 N. Main St., Kernersville. fccministries.com.

Growing Great Kids!

Looking for a pediatrician?

Cornerstone Health Care offers high quality patient-centered care for newborns, young children, teens, and college age kids . Choose from our practice list to find a provider in your neighborhood. At Cornerstone, we are focused on growing healthier together!

Advance Pediatrics Advance: (336) 998-9742 Cornerstone Pediatrics of Kernersville Kernersville: (336) 802-2300 Cornerstone Pediatrics at Premier North High Point: (336) 802-2200 Cornerstone Pediatrics at Westchester High Point: (336) 802-2100 Cornerstone Pediatrics of Greensboro Greensboro: (336) 510-5510 Ford, Simpson, Lively & Rice Kernersville & Winston-Salem: (336) 794-3380

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ON TOUR RIDERS IN THE SKY Oct. 4. Grammy award-winning classic cowboy quartet Riders in the Sky performs as part of the Professional Artists Series, “Passport to Entertainment” at the High Point Theatre. Check website for performance times and ticket information. High Point Theatre, 220 E. Commerce Ave., HP. 887-3001. highpointtheatre.com.

LEANN RIMES Oct. 8. One of the most successful entertainers of her generation and unstoppable from the age of 11, LeAnn was the youngest person to ever win a Grammy Award and was the first country artist to win the Grammy Best New Artist. 8 p.m. $38-$78. 333-2605. Carolina Theatre of Greensboro, 310 S. Greene St., GSO. carolinatheatre.com.

DR. JOHN AND THE NITE TRIPPERS Oct. 9. The legendary Dr. John is a six-time Grammy Award-winning musician.

After a half century of creating music for others and himself, he continues to write, arrange, produce and interpret with a passion that has yet to wane. 8 p.m. $15-$95. 333-2605. Carolina Theatre of Greensboro, 310 S. Greene St., GSO. carolinatheatre.com.

CLINT BLACK Oct. 14. Prolific singer-songwriter Clint Black has long been heralded as one of country music’s brightest stars. He has had nearly two dozen No. 1 hit singles and almost as many top 5 and top 10 hits; all of them his original compositions, which is a notable rarity in popular music. 7 p.m. $15-$75. 333-2605. Carolina Theatre of Greensboro, 310 S. Greene St., GSO. carolinatheatre.com.

TAYLOR SWIFT Oct. 21. The 1989 World Tour visits Greensboro Coliseum. 7:30 p.m. $39.50$139.50. Greensboro Coliseum Complex, 1921 W. Gate City Blvd., GSO. ticketmaster.com.

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Blacksmith Demonstration. Come watch a costumed blacksmith in action as he crafts various iron pieces. All ages. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. FREE. 885-1859. Drop-in.

High Point Museum, 1859 E. Lexington Ave., HP. highpointmuseum.org.

Children’s Boutique Resale. See Oct. 2 listing.

FitForsyth 5K. The course is perfectly designed for first time runners and people trying achieve a personal record.

This is a kick off event for a new online fitness tracking program, FitForsyth.

Come to find out more about FitForsyth and sign-up to join. Run through a well-marked, scenic path, with limited hills and plenty of space for speed. All ages. 8:30 a.m. $15 run, $5 walk. 7033219. Beeson Park, 788 Beeson Road, Kernersville. fitforsyth.com.

Fused Glass Butterfly: Adult & Child Workshop at Sawtooth. Work as a pair to design and create a beautiful multicolored glass butterfly. Great for parents, grandparents or anyone else who wants to spend creative quality time with a special young artist. Advance registration required. 1-3 p.m. $65 members/$80 non-members. 723-7395.

Sawtooth School, 251 N. Spruce St., W-S. sawtooth.org.

Hillsdale United Methodist Church Consignment Sale. See Oct. 2 listing.

Humane Society of Alamance County: Woofstock. Enjoy musical entertainment, food vendors and lots of pet supply and support vendors at this annual fundraising and awareness event. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. FREE. 438-2023.

Burlington City Park, 1333 Overbrook Road, Burlington. hsaconline.org.

Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage. See Oct. 2 listing.

Nutcracker Box Office Kick-off Event. Fun activities for the whole family, including holiday crafts, refreshments and prizes.

For more information call 721-1945 or visit uncsa.edu. 10 a.m.-Noon. FREE. 722-9660. Stevens Center, 405 4th St. NW, Winston-Salem. uncsa.edu.

Saturday Children’s Story Hour. Join dynamic leaders from the community as they conduct a story hour every Saturday. After the stories, children will

complete their very own make-and-take arts activity. Ages 5-12. 11 a.m. $4-$6.

274-9199. International Civil Rights Center and Museum, 134 S. Elm St., GSO. sitinmovement.org.

Saturday ART Jam! Spark young imaginations, learn the various elements of art and take home your very own, one-of-a-kind creation. Family/group participation is encouraged. All ages.

12:30-3 p.m. FREE. 723-4444. Unleashed Arts Center, 204 West 6th St., W-S. theafasgroup.com.

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Family First: Painted Gardens. Elementary school-aged children and their favorite adult tour the Museum and make art together during Family First Workshops.

In this workshop, explore the paintings in The Artist’s Garden, then use acrylic paint to create your own garden detail.

Registration required. 2-4 p.m. $8-$10.

758-5599. Reynolda House Museum of American Art, 2250 Reynolda Road, W-S. reynoldahouse.org.

Half-Price Sundays at GCM. Enjoy all the fun for half the cost. All ages. $4. 5742898. Greensboro Children’s Museum, 220 N. Church St., GSO. gcmuseum.com.

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Book Babies at Rural Hall. Enjoy books, rhymes, songs and puppets. Ages Infant-5. 11 a.m. FREE. 703-2970. Rural Hall Branch Library, 7125 Broad St., Rural Hall. Forsyth.cc/Library/RuralHall.

Busy Bees. Dance, sing, create, explore and discover the world in which we live.

GCM’s educational play program offers fun activities parents can do together with their children focusing on music and movement, children’s literature, arts & crafts and the ESY. This program is best suited for preschool-aged children (12months-4 years) and their caregivers.

GCM members only. 10-11 a.m. 5742898. Greensboro Children’s Museum, 220 N. Church St., GSO. Gcmuseum.com.

Teen to Teen Theatre & Video. Teens perform original and scripted works including plays, musicals, and videos. Participants receive training in basic acting skills and character development, plus helpful information

› about community-based assistance and learning to make healthy life choices. Ages 13-19. 7-8:45 p.m. FREE. 570-6516. Thataways Youth Center, 1334 Overbrook Road, Burlington. burlingtonnc.gov/teen2teen.

Zaxby’s Kids’ Night. Meet at Zaxby’s for kids’ night with a special event or guest. 5-8 p.m. 941-9051. Zaxby’s of Bermuda Run, 5337 US Highway 158, Bermuda Run. zaxbys.com.

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Art Club. Enjoy basic to advanced art. Don’t forget your paint. All ages. 10 a.m. FREE. 703-2970. Rural Hall Branch Library, 7125 Broad St., Rural Hall.

Homeschool/Small Group Day at SciWorks. Special class for homeeducated children and other small groups in grades K-9.This month’s program, “Geology at Work,” will take place offsite at Vulcan Materials Company. Group admission rates apply, and pre‐registration is required. Call 7147105 for more information or to register.

10 a.m. and 11 a.m. $9-$11. 767-6730.

SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road, W-S. sciworks.org.

Little Sprouts. Enjoy the garden as the leaves change and fall begins. In this hands-on preschool program, participants explore The Edible Schoolyard, playing and learning all along the way. This garden series will focus on a different theme each week. $12. 574-2898. Greensboro Children’s Museum, 220 N. Church St., GSO. gcmuseum.com.

MOPS at First Presbyterian Church. Find practical help, personal mentoring, time to chat and more at this grassroots Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) group.

Child care is available. 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Registration is required. See website for details. First Presbyterian Church, 300 N. Cherry St., W-S. 1stpres.com/ community/mops.

Preschool Story Time Lewisville. Stories, songs and coloring for preschoolers and caregivers. Ages 3-5. 10:30 a.m. FREE. 703-2940. Lewisville Branch Library, 6490 Shallowford Road, Lewisville. forsythlibrary.org.

Shakespeare Rocks for Grades 4-9. Get ready for our youth spring production of “Much Ado About Nothing” or just do it for fun. Become familiar with the language and introduced to Shakespeare’s memorable characters.

To register, visit city-arts.org, complete a registration form and bring to the first class. 6-7 p.m. $80. 373-2728. The Drama Center, 200 N. Davie St., GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

Toddler/Preschooler Story Time. Story time fun for toddlers and preschoolers includes rhymes, songs and a simple game or craft. Ages 1-5. 10:30 a.m.

FREE. 703-2990. Walkertown Branch Library, 2969 Main St., Walkertown. forsyth.cc/library/walkertown.

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Jam Session. Come and jam with us the first and third Wednesday of each month.

Sessions will focus more on practice and music theory. All skill levels are welcome to attend. All ages. FREE. 703-2960.

Reynolda Manor Branch Library, 2839 Fairlawn Drive, W-S. forsyth.cc/Library/ Reynolda.

La Leche League of Winston-Salem.

Pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers are welcome for breastfeeding information and support. Babies and toddlers welcome. 10 a.m. FREE. 4625782. Redeemer Presbyterian Church, 1046 Miller St., W-S. lllofnc.org.

Preschool Story Time at May Memorial Branch Library. This special story time offers your 3-5 year old a variety of book related experiences featuring stories, songs, finger plays and more.

10:30 a.m. FREE. May Memorial Branch Library, 342 S. Spring St., Burlington. alamancelibraries.org.

Tail Waggin’ Tutors. Sign up for a 10-minute time slot to read to a therapy dog. To register, call 703-2930. Space is limited. For readers ages 5 to 11. 6:307:30 p.m. FREE. 703-2930. Kernersville Branch Library, 130 E. Mountain St., Kernersville. forsythlibrary.org.

Toddler Story Time Lewisville. Stories, songs, finger plays and coloring for toddlers and caregivers. Ages 1-3.

10:30 a.m. FREE. 703-2940. Lewisville

Branch Library, 6490 Shallowford Road, Lewisville.forsythlibrary.org.

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Art in the Overlook Gallery. See Oct. 1 listing.

Crafternoon. See Oct. 1 listing.

Mocha Moms. See Oct. 1 listing.

Preschool Story Time Archdale. See Oct. 1 listing.

Story Time at Jamestown Library. See Oct. 1 listing.

Story Time for Toddlers Archdale. See Oct. 1 listing.

Teen Money Management. See Oct. 1 listing.

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$4 Fun Fridays. Come enjoy the museum at this discounted cost 5-8 p.m. 574-2898.

Greensboro Children’s Museum, 220 N. Church St., GSO. gcmuseum.com.

Book Babies at Reynolda Manor. See Oct. 2 listing.

Messiah Moravian Preschool Kid’s Clothing Sale. Friday 9 a.m.-1p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.-Noon. FREE. 765-5652.

Messiah Moravian Preschool, 1401 N. Peace Haven Road, W-S. mmpreschool.org.

Summerfield UMC Children’s Consignment Sale. Friday 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday: 9 a.m.-Noon, select items half-price. FREE. 643-8120.

Summerfield United Methodist Church, 2334 Scalesville Road, Summerfield. summerfieldumc.com.

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Gibsonville Fall Festival. A growing community and family oriented event attracting thousands of people each year. The festival offers an opportunity for residents of Alamance, Guilford and surrounding areas to enjoy arts and crafts, foods, children’s activities, business exhibits, garden train and great live entertainment. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

FREE. 449-6266. Downtown Gibsonville, Gibsonville. gibsonville.net.

Messiah Moravian Preschool Kid’s Clothing Sale. See Oct. 9 listing.

Saturday Children’s Story Hour. See Oct. 3 listing.

Summerfield UMC Children’s Consignment Sale. See Oct. 9 listing.

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Art + Dialogue: Closing Day + Youth Day. A + D is a collaborative project intended to bring the community together using a visual art exhibition as the catalyst for conversations around racial tension in America. The project is intended to promote greater understanding of different perspectives and experiences. Donations accepted.

FREE. 333-7460. Greenhill, 200 N. Davie St., GSO. greenhillnc.org.

Ballet Master Class Series. An opportunity to take classes with some of ballet’s greatest teachers. Classes are open to experienced dancers ages 12 and up. Visit artisticmotiondance.com to see the most up-to-date teacher schedule. 1-2:30 p.m.

Registration required. $25-$35. 6175099. Artistic Motion School of Arts & Preparatory Academy, 800 W. Smith St., GSO. artisticmotiondance.com.

Half-Price Sundays at GCM. See Oct. 4 listing.

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Book Babies at Rural Hall. See Oct. 5 listing.

Busy Bees. See Oct. 5 listing.

Teen to Teen Theatre & Video. See Oct. 5 listing.

Burlington Youth Council. A community service organization for Alamance/ Burlington middle and high school students. For more information or an application call 222-5134. Grades 9-12 (Junior Members: grades 6-8). FREE. Thataways Youth Center, 1334 Overbrook Road, Burlington. Burlingtonnc.gov.

Zaxby’s Kids’ Night. See Oct. 5 listing.

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Art Club. See Oct. 6 listing.

Book Babies at Milton Rhodes. This program. Includes books, songs and bouncy rhymes that are literacy fun for children and caregivers. Ages Infant-3.

10 and 10:30 a.m. FREE. 703-3041.

Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts, 251 N. Spruce St., W-S. Little Sprouts. See Oct. 6 listing.

MOPS at Gospel Baptist Church. Find practical help, personal mentoring, time to chat and more at this Mothers of Preschools group. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Child

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HALLOWEEN FUN CHILDRENHOWL-O-WEEN Oct. 3. Have a howling good time while learning about our native North Carolina Red Wolves. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $11-$15. 800-488-0444. NC Zoo, 4401 Zoo Parkway, Asheboro. nczoo.org.

and dogs. 7:30-10:30 a.m. 996-3062. Fourth of July Park, 702 W. Mountain St., Kernersville. toknc.com.

TRICK-OR-TREAT AT SCIWORKS Oct. 24. Trick-or-treat throughout the museum for candy and

Halloween twist. 5:30-8 p.m. 924-8191. Historic Bethabara Park, 2147 Bethabara Road, W-S. cityofws.org.

novelty items. Costumes are encouraged. Bring a bag for your treats.

Included with museum admission and recommended for ages 3 and up. 2-4 p.m. $9-$11. 767-6730. SciWorks, 400 W. Hanes Mill Road, W-S. sciworks.org.

HARVEST FEST Oct. 8. In addition to the market vendors, there will be fall crafts and

BOO AT THE ZOO Oct. 24-25. Celebrate the excitement of the season with a weekend of

DARK IN THE PARK Oct. 8. A Bethabara Band concert and family evening with a

activities for the kids. Enjoy a local food truck. 4-6 p.m. FREE. 766-7511.

Tanglewood Farmers Market, 4061 Clemmons Road, Clemmons. clemmons.org.

safe, daytime Halloween fun. Enjoy trick or treat games, face painting, live entertainment and a children’s costume contest. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $11$15. 800-488-0444. NC Zoo, 4401 Zoo Parkway, Asheboro. nczoo.org.

GHOST HUNTERS LIVE: JASON HAWES AND STEVE GONSALVES Oct. 15. Jason Hawes and Steve Gonsalves bring the world of

TRICK OR TREAT IN OLD SALEM Oct. 25. Children can trick-or-treat at the doors of the historic

the paranormal and the wildly popular show Ghost Hunters alive in this interactive stage presentation. Guests can ask the ghost hunters questions a session that closes the show. 8 p.m. $24.50-$75.

333-2605. Carolina Theatre of Greensboro, 310 S. Greene St., GSO. carolinatheatre.com.

MONSTER DASH AND GOBLIN HOP Oct. 18. Children are invited to dress in their Halloween costume and “goblin hop” along the greenway. Local businesses and organizations will have tables along the greenway with kid’s activities/games. Each table will provide a treat/giveaway for the participants. Once the kids complete the “dash” to each table, a special treat will await at the end. 2-5 p.m. FREE. 766-7511. Village Point Greenway, Clemmons. clemmons.org.

GHOST STORIES IN THE HISTORICAL PARK Oct. 24. Tales of ghosts and goblins told by a storyteller. Admission is free for High Point Historical Society members. Snacks including s’mores, popcorn and apple cider will be for sale. 6-8 p.m. $2 plus tax. 885-1859.

High Point Museum, 1859 E. Lexington Ave., HP. highpointmuseum.org.

GHOULASH! Oct. 24. A project of the Greensboro Youth Council (GYC), this events

buildings along Main Street between Salem Square (600 S. Main St.) and the Frank L. Horton Museum Center (924 S. Main Street).Volunteers will be stationed at the doors of the historic buildings, giving out candy while the supply lasts. Some Old Salem residents will also be participating. 6-7:30 p.m. FREE. 721-7300. Old Salem, 900 Old Salem Road, W-S. oldsalem.org.

STORY TIME FOR TODDLER AND PRESCHOOLERS AT OUR LADY OF GRACE. Oct. 27. Visit the school media center for Halloween stories and crafts.

This event is free and open to the public. 9:30-10:30 a.m. FREE. 2751522. Our Lady of Grace School, 201 S. Chapman St., GSO. olgsch.org.

HALLOWEEN SAFARI Oct. 29-30. No tricks, but plenty of treats await kids and adults on PEC’s trails. Meet costumed “animals” who tell amazing facts about their lives as you make your way through the darkened woods. Tour lasts approximately 45 minutes. Participants should bring a flashlight. Snacks and a campfire complete the experience. Ages 3 and up. Children 5 and under $1. 7:30-9:30 p.m. $4. 883-8531. Piedmont Environmental Center, 1220 Penny Road, HP.

LEGENDS AND LANTERNS HALLOWEEN TOURS Oct. 29-30. Cross the haunted covered bridge if you dare. Once on

takes over the Historical Museum for four hours of spooktackular, candygrabbing family fun with costume contests, a cemetery walk, games, a haunted house and more. Some activities require small fees. 2-6 p.m. FREE. 373-2738. The Historical Museum, Corner of Lindsay St. and Church St., GSO. greensboro-nc.gov.

the other side, a costumed guide will light the way by lantern through Salem’s nighttime streets. Visit several haunted stops, where you will hear ghostly tales or interact with a person from the past. Participation is limited, reservations for tour times recommended. Call to register.

6-9 p.m. $18-$25. 800-441-5305. Old Salem: Frank L. Horton Museum Center, 924 S. Main St., W-S. oldsalem.org.

PUMPKIN RUN Oct. 24. All ages are invited to run or walk the exciting 5K or 1-mile

HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY Oct. 31. Bring your little pumpkins in their costumes for an afternoon

course. Participants are encouraged to come in costume for this event. Included in the day’s activities are vendors/exhibitors, live entertainment, kids’ activities and costume contests for adults, children

of fun, music and food. Ages K-grade 5. Registration deadline: Oct. 29.

Noon-3 p.m. $5. 883-3506. Morehead Recreation Center, 101 Price St., HP. highpointnc.gov.

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care is available. Registration is required. $55 per semester. 394-4895. Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 5945 N. Church St., GSO. mopsatgospel.wix. com/mops.

Movement and Location. Part of the YES! Weekly and Carolina Theatre Southern Circuit Independent Film Series, this screening features filmmaking team Alexis Boling and Bodine Boling, who will be available for a Q & A following the screening. 7 p.m. $7. 333-2605.

Carolina Theatre of Greensboro, 310 S. Greene St., GSO. carolinatheatre.com.

Noon @ the ‘Spoon. This 20-minutetour is a fun way to explore a new exhibition during your lunch break. All ages.

FREE. 334-5770. Noon. Weatherspoon Art Museum, 500 Tate St., GSO. weatherspoon.uncg.edu.

Preschool Story Time Lewisville. See Oct. 6 listing.

Shakespeare Rocks for Grades 4-9. See Oct. 6 listing.

Toddler/Preschooler Story Time. See Oct. 6 listing.

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Preschool Story Time at May Memorial Branch Library. See Oct. 7 listing.

Toddler Story Time Lewisville. See Oct. 7 listing.

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Art in the Overlook Gallery. See Oct. 1 listing.

Crafternoon. See Oct. 1 listing.

Mocha Moms. See Oct. 1 listing.

Preschool Story Time Archdale. See Oct. 1 listing.

Story Time at Jamestown Library. See Oct. 1 listing.

Story Time for Toddlers Archdale. See Oct. 1 listing.

Teen Money Management. See Oct. 1 listing.

Would you believe — Wild Orchids in North Carolina! Explore the habitats and species of orchids that grow wild in our state, including some that even grow in the woods of Forsyth County.

Attendees may bring lunch; beverages provided. Noon-1 p.m. 721-7357. Old Salem, Wachovia Room, Old Salem

› Visitors Center, 900 Old Salem Road, W-S. oldsalem.org.

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Book Babies at Reynolda Manor. See Oct. 2 listing.

Downtown Parents’ Night Out/Kids’ Fun Night at Sawtooth. Drop the children off at Sawtooth for a creative night of fun while mom and dad have a night of grown-up fun. Different projects each month range from drawing and painting to collage, mosaics, paper crafting, printmaking, sculpture, clay and more. For kids age 5 and older.

Advance registration required. 5:45-9 p.m. $25 per child. 723-7395. Sawtooth School, 251 N. Spruce St., W-S. sawtooth.org.

p.m. $5-$10. 268-4273. Winston-Salem Fairgrounds, 421 West 27th St., W-S. reptiday.com/winstonsalem.html.

Reynolda SKETCH. A series of interrelated workshops designed for visual art students in grades 7 through 12 grades who are interested in improving their artistic skills. Offers opportunities for developing artists to gain a mastery of art fundamentals while further exploring their own personal artwork styles. Registration required. 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $25-$35 per session or $125-$175 for all six. 758-5599.

Reynolda House Museum of American Art, 2250 Reynolda Road, W-S. reynoldahouse.org.

Saturday Children’s Story Hour. See Oct. 3 listing.

Saturday ART Jam! See Oct. 3 listing.

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Batology 101. Come hang with the bats, discover their good nature and why they are so important. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $11-$15. 800-488-0444. NC Zoo, 4401 Zoo Parkway, Asheboro. nczoo.org.

Girl Scout Badge Day: Stained Glass Workshop at Sawtooth. Juniors and Cadettes will learn the beautiful art of stained glass, create an original piece of glass art and fulfill multiple badge requirements in one day of creative fun. For girls in grades 4-12. Advance registration required. 9:30 a.m.-Noon. $25. 723-7395. Sawtooth School, 251 N. Spruce St., W-S. Sawtooth.org.

Preparing for Winter in the Historical Park. Discover how early Americans prepared their households for the winter season. Participate in seasonal tasks with our historical interpreters.

All ages welcome. Drop-in. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. FREE. 885-1859. High Point Museum, 1859 E. Lexington Ave., HP. highpointmuseum.org.

ReptiDay Winston-Salem Reptile & Exotic Animal Show. A one-day reptile event featuring vendors offering reptile pets, supplies, feeders, cages and merchandise as well as live animal seminars and frequent raffles. Exciting, educational, family-oriented fun for everyone. All ages. Free admission for children under 5 years old. 10 a.m.-5

Girls Nite In. A program empowering teen girls to make wise choices through addressing life-altering issues and negative cultural influences, thereby providing the tools to rescue them from self-destructive behavior. 6-8 p.m.

993-4447. Fountain of Life Church, 323 Hopkins Road, Kernersville. girlsnitein. publishpath.com.

Half-Price Sundays at GCM. See Oct. 4 listing.

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Book Babies at Rural Hall. See Oct. 5 listing.

Busy Bees. See Oct. 5 listing.

Teen to Teen Theatre & Video. See Oct. 5 listing.

Zaxby’s Kids’ Night. See Oct. 5 listing.

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Art Club. See Oct. 6 listing.

Book Launch for Charlie Lovett’s “The Further Adventures of Ebenezer Scrooge.” Two Bookmarks events celebrating a delightful sequel to Dickens’ beloved “A Christmas Carol” by the bestselling author of “First Impressions and The Bookman’s Tale.”

FREE. 11 a.m. at Salemtowne, 190 Moravian Way, W-S. 6:30 p.m. at Reynolda Manor Library, 2839 Fairlawn Drive, W-S. bookmarksnc.org

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OCT. 2-31

Fellowship Day School Consignment Sale. Thursday 6:30-8:30 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

288-1351. Fellowship Day School, 2005 New Garden Road, GSO. fellowshipdayschool.com.

Spookywoods. Voted No. 1 Scream Park in America by Haunt World Magazine. The attraction includes150 incredibly costumed characters, movie quality sets and state of the art concessions and rest room facilities. Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. $13$50. 431-1700. Kersey Valley, 1615 Kersey Valley Road, Archdale.

Spookywoods.com.

Sedge Garden Preschool Children’s Clothing Sale.

Thursday 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.-1 p.m. 788-2230. Sedge Garden United Methodist Church, 794 Sedge Garden Road, Kernersville. sedgegardenpreschool.com.

OCT. 1-4 Disney’s “The Lion King Jr.” The African savannah comes to life on the CTG stage with Simba, Rafiki and an unforgettable cast of characters as they journey from Pride Rock to the jungle and back again in this inspiring coming-of-age tale. See website for show times and ticket prices. Starr Theatre, 520 S. Elm St., GSO. Ctgso.org.

OCT. 3-31 Maize Adventure. An entertaining and educational atmosphere that celebrates fellowship while building traditional values. Offering fun for the whole family, pets are also welcome on a leash to share the great outdoors and explore the corn maze. There is a doggy bar and miles of pathways in the corn maze to walk your pets. Open Saturdays 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sundays 1-6 p.m. $12.95-$20. 431-1700. Kersey Valley, 1615 Kersey Valley Road, Archdale. Maizeadventure.com

OCT. 1-4, 7-11, 14-17

OCT. 6-8

“Wit.” With humor and heart, Margaret Edson’s 1999 Pulitzer Prize-winning play explores the human soul and celebrates what joins us together as one community. See website for performance times. $10-$50. 272-0160. Hanesbrands Theatre, 209 N. Spruce St., W-S. TriadStage.org.

Science Alive. Learn through hands-on activities how the Moravians of Salem had an advanced understanding of science and technology, agriculture, astronomy, botany, surveying, architecture and manufacturing. Science was a tool used to solve the problems of everyday life. Call for group and school tour information. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $7-$26. 721-7300. Old Salem, 900 Old Salem Road, W-S. oldsalem.org

OCT. 1-4, 7-11, 14-18, 21-25, 28-31 The HOME MAZE and Pumpkin Patch. The maze is cut in the shape of The Children’s Home logo on 6.5 acres of sorghum. Open to the public on Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday noon-6 p.m. Open to groups (schools, churches, scouts) Wednesday-Friday 9 a.m.-2 p.m. $7-$10.

The Farm at The Children’s Home, 1001 Reynolda Road, W-S. childrenshomefarm.org.

OCT. 2-4 “The Children of Eden.” A two-act musical. Music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz and book by John Caird. This musical is based on the Book of Genesis. Act I tells the story of Adam and Eve, Cain and Abel; and Act II deals with Noah and the Flood. Friday and Saturday performances at 8 p.m. Sunday performance at 2 p.m. $11-$15. 222-5001. Paramount Theater, 128 E. Front St., burlington.ci.burlington.nc.us.

OCT. 2-11 133rd Dixie Classic Fair. Rides, food, exhibits, shows, music, animals, carnival games and much more. All ages. See website for admission prices and events. Sunday-Friday 11a.m.-11p.m.; Saturdays 9a.m-11p.m. 727-2236. Winston-Salem Fairgrounds, 421 27th St. NW, W-S. dcfair.com.

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OCT. 9-11, 16-18 ACT Presents “Night at the Wax Museum.” Alamance Children’s Theatre presents this comedy directed by Wayne Leonard. Performances on Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m.

Performances on Sundays at 2 p.m. $7-$8. 222-5001.

Paramount Theater, 128 E. Front St., Burlington. ci.burlington. nc.us.

OCT. 16-18 “Aesop’s (Oh So Slightly Updated) Fables.” The Drama Center Children’s Theatre presents this lively, funny version of the famous morality tales. The hare is a fitness instructor, the tortoise is a half-hearted student, and there’s a film noir detective thrown in. And that’s just one story. Friday 7:30 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m. $8. 373-2728. Greensboro College, Odell Auditorium, 815 W. Market St., GSO. thedramacenter.com.

OCT. 18, 20-25, 27-31 “Deathtrap.” Sidney Bruhl is a successful playwright and thrillers are his specialty. After a series of flops he is desperate for a hit. This Broadway thriller is sure to have you on the edge of your seat until the shocking end. $10-$50. 272-0160. Triad Stage, 232 S. Elm St., GSO. TriadStage.org.

La Leche League of Kernersville. Join other pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers for breastfeeding information and support. Babies and toddlers welcome. 7 p.m. FREE. 996-5381. Fountain of Life Lutheran Church, 323 Hopkins Road, Kernersville.

Lllofnc.org.

Little Sprouts. See Oct. 6 listing.

MOPS at First Presbyterian Church. See Oct. 6 listing.

Preschool Story Time Lewisville. See Oct. 6 listing.

Shakespeare Rocks for Grades 4-9. See Oct. 6 listing.

Toddler/Preschooler Story Time. See Oct. 6 listing.

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Jam Session. See Oct. 7 listing.

Lupus Foundation Support Group. This group provides participants with an opportunity to receive introductory information about lupus. Opportunities to share concerns, experiences and positive coping strategies are encouraged. Meeting programs vary from guest speakers to DVD presentations and open group discussion. All ages. 6-7:30 p.m. FREE. 877-8498271, ext. 1. Hemphill Branch Library, 2301 W. Vandalia Road, GSO. lupusnc.org.

Preschool Story Time at May Memorial Branch Library. See Oct. 7 listing.

Toddler Story Time Lewisville. See Oct. 7 listing.

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Art in the Overlook Gallery. See Oct. 1 listing.

Crafternoon. See Oct. 1 listing.

Mocha Moms. See Oct. 1 listing.

Preschool Story Time Archdale. See Oct. 1 listing.

Story Time at Jamestown Library. See Oct. 1 listing.

Story Time for Toddlers Archdale. See Oct. 1 listing.

Teen Money Management. See Oct. 1 listing.

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$4 Fun Fridays. See Oct. 9 listing.

Book Babies at Reynolda Manor. See Oct. 2 listing.

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32nd Annual Barbecue Festival. One of the Country’s most popular food festivals. Over four hundred exhibitors sell everything from handmade crafts to handmade fudge. A juried competition includes artists and craftsmen from across the country. 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. FREE. Uptown Lexington. barbecuefestival.com.

Girl Scout Badge Day: Junior Jeweler at Sawtooth.

Create wearable art in Sawtooth’s metals studio and fulfill multiple badge requirements in one day of creative fun. For girls in grades 4-8. Advance registration required. 9:30 a.m.-Noon. $25. 723-7395.

Sawtooth School, 251 N. Spruce St., W-S. sawtooth.org.

Reynolda SKETCH. See Oct. 17 listing.

Saturday Children’s Story Hour. See Oct. 3 listing.

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Savor the Herbs. Learn how to liven-up fall and winter meals, how to make wonderful holiday gifts, and how to keep viruses at bay — all with herbs. 10-11 a.m. 721-7357. Old Salem, Wachovia Room, Old Salem Visitors Center, 900 Old Salem Road, W-S. oldsalem.org.

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Ballet Master Class Series. See Oct. 11 listing.

Half-Price Sundays at GCM. See Oct. 4 listing.

800-289-5098 Ashe • Alleghany Davidson • Davie Forsyth • Stokes Surry • Wilkes • Yadkin

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Grace.

Strength.

Confidence.

Child Care Centers • Family Child Care Homes Preschool Programs • After School Programs Summer Camps

25 SUNDAY

Book Babies at Rural Hall. See Oct. 5 listing.

Busy Bees. See Oct. 5 listing.

Teen to Teen Theatre & Video. See Oct. 5 listing.

Burlington Youth Council. See Oct. 5 listing.

Zaxby’s Kids’ Night. See Oct. 5 listing.

BUISNESS DIRECTORY

Now registering for Fall.

Ages 3 & up

800-937-7610

workfamilyresource.org

guilfordchilddev.org

www.greensboroballet.org 336.333.7480

Art Club. See Oct. 6 listing.

Little Sprouts. See Oct. 6 listing.

MOPS at Gospel Baptist Church. See Oct. 13 listing Preschool Story Time Lewisville. See Oct. 6 listing.

Shakespeare Rocks for Grades 4-9. See Oct. 6 listing.

Toddler/Preschooler Story Time. See Oct. 6 listing.

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Preschool Story Time at May Memorial Branch Library. See Oct. 7 listing.

Toddler Story Time Lewisville. See Oct. 7 listing.

29 THURSDAY

Art in the Overlook Gallery. See Oct. 1 listing.

Crafternoon. See Oct. 1 listing.

Mocha Moms. See Oct. 1 listing.

Preschool Story Time Archdale. See Oct. 1 listing.

Story Time at Jamestown Library. See Oct. 1 listing.

Story Time for Toddlers Archdale. See Oct. 1 listing.

Teen Money Management. See Oct. 1 listing.

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$4 Fun Fridays. See Oct. 9 listing.

Book Babies at Reynolda Manor. See Oct. 2 listing.

31 SATURDAY

Saturday Children’s Story Hour. See Oct. 3 listing.

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