| November
2011
November 1
THE ROOSTER'S WIFE - WALTER STRAUSS. Doors open 6pm, show 6:45pm.
Poplar Knight Spot, 114 Knight Street, Aberdeen. For more information,
please call The Rooster's Wife at (910)944-7502 or visit
wwww.theroosterswife.org.
November 3
NC SYMPHONY - ESPAÑA!. 8pm. Sarah Hicks, Associate Conductor. Program: Bizet, Sarasate,
Chabrier, Masenet, Falla. Sarah Hicks takes you straight into the intersection of neighboring cultures
with this fresh look at how Spanish flavors inspired French music, and vice versa. Robert E.
Lee Auditorium, Pinecrest High School,
Southern Pines. For more information or to order tickets, call the North
Carolina Symphony Box Office at (877)627-6724 or visit www.ncsymphony.org
November 4
ART EXHIBIT & OPENING RECEPTION. 6-8pm. Featuring the Artists of Hollyhocks Art Gallery.
Exhibit is on display for November/December, please call for weekend schedule. Campbell House Galleries, 482 E.
Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. (910)692-2787.
November 4-5
AMERICAN 200. UARA Late Models and USAR Pro Cup. At Rockingham
Raceway Park, 2152 North US Highway 1, Rockingham, NC. Please
call (910)205-8800 or visit www.rockinghamracewaypark.com for more information.
November 4-6
51st ANNUAL ANTIQUES SALE & SHOW. Hours: Fri & Sat 10am-5pm,
Sun 11am-4pm. Thousands of items for sale from dealers across the East
Coast. Crystal repair, doll repair, concessions. Portions of
proceeds benefit the Moore
County Historical Assoc. Admission Fee. Visit the web site for a $1
off coupon. The Fair Barn, Pinehurst Harness Track, Beulah Hill Road
(NC 5) Pinehurst. For more information please call (910)692-2051 or
visit www.moorehistory.com.
November 4-6
MIROCK SUPER BIKE SERIES - LEE'S PERFORMANCE FALL BIKE NATIONALS. Rockingham Dragway, 2153 Hwy
1, Rockingham. (910)582-3400.
November 5
BLEEDING PINES OF TURPENTINE. 7:30pm. The Arts Council of Moore County, Walthour-Moss Foundation,
and Sandhills Community College Fine Arts Department present a cultural theater production by Ray
Owen. Admission is FREE with a ticket. Tickets are available for pick up at the Arts Council of
Moore County/Campbell House Galleries, The Country Bookshop, and Traveling Chic Boutique in Southern
Pines, and at Given Memorial Library and Sandhills Community College Library in Pinehurst. Owens
Auditorium, Sandhills Community College, 3395 Airport Road, Pinehurst. For more information: (910)692-2787
or visit
www.MooreArt.org • www.Walthour-Moss.org
November 5
19th ANNUAL FROGTOWN POTTERY FESTIVAL. 9am-5pm, rain or shine. Free Admission. Numerous local
potters will participate. Hosted by Teague's Frogtown Pottery, 2 miles south of Robbins off NC
Highway 705. 179 Frogtown Rd, Eagle Springs, NC.
November 5
GOLF CAPITAL CHORUS ANNUAL SHOW. 7 pm. Pinecrest High School Auditorium,
Hwy 15-501, Southern Pines. For more information please visit
www.thegolfcapitalchorus.org or call (910)295-8860.
November 5-6
TYGA Fall Tournament. Sponsored through the Carolinas Golf
Association. Seven Lakes Country Club. For additional information
please call (910)673-1000.
November 6
WEYMOUTH CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES. Hours: 3pm. Kevin Lawrence, violin, and
Dmitri Shteinberg, piano. Praised for his "vibrant intensity," (The Times, London) and playing
"supremely convincing in its vitality," (Cleveland Plain Dealer) violinist Kevin Lawrence has
consistently elicited superlative responses for his performances throughout the United States
and Europe. Called "protean and refined" by the New York Times, Dmitri Shteinberg is a prizewinner
in twenty competitions worldwide, including the first prize in "Citta de Senigallia" international
piano competition in Italy. Works by Mozart, Copland and Cowell. Tickets $15 for non-members. Weymouth
Center, 555 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. (910)692-6261.
November 6
THE ROOSTER'S WIFE - VERONICA NUNN. Doors open 6pm, show 6:45pm.
Poplar Knight Spot, 114 Knight Street, Aberdeen. For more information,
please call The Rooster's Wife at (910)944-7502 or visit
wwww.theroosterswife.org.
November 8-13
FESTIVAL OF TREES. Opens daily at 10am. Holiday festival featuring lavishly decorated,
one-of-a-kind trees,
wreaths, and tabletop decorations in family-centered winter
wonderland. Visit
festivaloftrees.org for a complete schedule. To benefit Sandhills Children's Center.
Admission by Donation. Carolina Hotel, Pinehurst Resort, Village of
Pinehurst. Call the Sandhills Childrens Center at (910)692-3323 for
more information.
November 11
SCC JAZZ BAND ANNUAL VETERANS DAY CONCERT. 7:30pm.
Complimentary concert. Join the band in celebrating and honoring veterans
on their day. Owens Auditorium, Sandhills Community College.
November 11
JAZZY FRIDAYS. 7-10pm. Event held rain or shine. Live jazz music,
hors d'oeuvres. Admission is $10/person. Cypress Bend Vineyards &
Winery, Riverton Road in Wagram. (910)369-0411
November 11-12
2nd ANNUAL ABERDEEN HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE. Home decor demonstrations, beer making, holiday
open house discounts, gingerbread decorating (for ages 4-12), and more! Santa Claus is going
to make a special appearance at American Legion Post 72, 211 East Main Street, in Aberdeen on Friday, November 11th
from 3-7pm and on Saturday, November 12th f rom 11am-3pm. For a complete schedule of events visit
www.shopaberdeennc.com
November 11-13
ARTISTS LEAGUE OF THE SANDHILLS 17th ANNUAL EXHIBIT AND SALE - OPENING
WEEKEND. Wine and Cheese Reception Friday 6-8pm. Open Saturday and
Sunday 10am-4pm. Exhibit runs through December 29. Gallery Hours: Mon.-Sat.
noon to 3pm. The largest collection of original art work south of
the Raleigh-Durham area. 129 Exchange Street, Aberdeen. (910)944-3979.
November 12
SUNEVENTS AT THE SUNRISE - A NIGHT OF BLUEGRASS. 7pm. Samantha Casey &
The Bluegrass Jam offers entertainment for all ages with their fun–filled show of
traditional and original bluegrass, bluegrass gospel, and fiddle tunes. Featuring
15-year old Eastern NC native, Samantha Casey on fiddle, they have entertained
audiences since 2003 with their solid instrumentation and harmony vocals. Also
featuring Sourwood Mountain Band and South Ridge Bluegrass. Tickets $20 in advance
or at the door. Sunrise Theater, 250 NW Broad Street, Southern Pines. For more
informtion please call (910)692-8501.
November 13
MOORE COUNTY CONCERT BAND. 2pm. Complimentary concert.
Grand Ballroom, The Carolina Hotel, Pinehurst Resort.
One Carolina Vista, Pinehurst. For more information please visit www.moorecountyband.com.
November 13
THE ROOSTER'S WIFE - PETER MAWANGA AND FINN MAGILL. Doors open 6pm, show 6:45pm.
Poplar Knight Spot, 114 Knight Street, Aberdeen. For more information,
please call The Rooster's Wife at (910)944-7502 or visit
wwww.theroosterswife.org.
November 15
RUTH PAULY LECTURE SERIES. 7:30pm. H. A. “Humpy” Wheeler, Jr. the past president of Charlotte
Motor Speedway will discuss “The History of NASCAR in North Carolina “. Wheeler is the most
decorated promoter in NASCAR auto racing, helping to transform the speedway into one of the
world’s leading sports facilities. He is a member of the International Motorsports Hall of Fame.
No tickets are required. Owens Auditorium, Sandhills Community College, Airport Road, Southern
Pines. (910)245-3132.
November 15-16
2011 SENIOR AMATEUR TOUR NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP. The Senior Amateur Tour is bringing its
season-ending championship back to the Pinehurst area for the third straight year, and National
Golf Club has been selected as the tournament's primary venue. The championship takes place
Nov. 15-16th and is expected to draw more than 300 golfers from eight states. The tour will
use National's Jack Nicklaus signature course both days, along with Pine Needles and Seven
Lakes CC. National will also host the annual skins game on Monday November 14th in which all
players are invited to play. For more information please visit
www.senioramateurgolftour.net
November 16
ONE-DAY FOUR-BALL TOURNAMENT. Sponsored
through the Carolinas Golf Association. Tobacco Road Golf Club.
For additional information please call (910)673-1000.
November 19
TEST AND TUNE STREET DRAGS. Rockingham Dragway, 2153 Hwy 1, Rockingham.
(910)582-3400.
November 19
TURKEY TROT. 8:30 am. Partnering with the Pinehurst Recreation and Parks, the 31st Annual
event will begin and end at Cannon Park in Pinehurst. All new course routes will take you through the
quaint little village and into the residential areas of this restort town. Races range from 1 mile fun
run to 1/2 marathon and race times are staggered. For registration information, please
visit www.active.com. Visit the Turkey Trot website at www.firsthealth.org/turkeytrot
to view new course maps and information on packet-pick up and parking.
November 19
PEGGY KIRK BELL 90th BIRTHDAY GALA. 6pm. Help celebrate Peggy Kirk Bell's lifetime
accomplishments and support the Peggy Kirk Bell Foundation. Experience spectacular
southern cuisine with old friends and enjoy great memories and tributes by her
family, friends and some special guests. Please visit www.peggykirkbell.com for
reservations and ticket information.
November 19-20
SANDHILLS CENTRAL RAILROAD MODEL TRAIN SHOW. Noon-4pm.
The show will feature HO-scale
freight and passenger trains on a layout featuring the town of
Southern Pines and its surrounding areas.Tickets: $3/adults,
children under 4 feet 8.5 inches tall (distance between
rails) free. South end of the Aberdeen Train Station on the corner
of Main St. and Sycamore St. in downtown Aberdeen. For more
information, please call (910)692-7439.
November 19-20
30th ANNUAL SEAGROVE POTTERY FESTIVAL. 9am - 5pm. Admission $5 for
each day, Members and children under 12 free wtih an adult. Come and see
the work of the largest pottery community in the U.S. Seagrove area
potters and traditional craftsmen will be demonstrating and selling
their wares. Auction begins at 5pm on Saturday - Limited Edition pottery
are signed and dated for this event by the potters. Seagrove School gym
and grounds, 528 Old Plank Rd., Seagrove, NC. For more information call (336)873-7887 or visit www.SeagrovePotteryHeritage.com
November 19-20
4th ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF SEAGROVE POTTERS. Sat. 9am-6pm, Sun.
10am-4pm. Admission $5. Food and beverage vendors will be set up, a
special Kids
Tent (only kids allowed in to buy Seagrove pottery at kids prices!)
will raise funds to be donated to the Seagrove and Westmoore schools,
demonstrations and educational opportunities will be available, and
more. Seagrove Foods Plant (formerly the Lucks Beans
Plant), Hwy 705, Seagrove. For more information visit
www.CelebrationOfSeagrovePotters.com
November 19-20
CAMERON CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE. Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. 1-5pm.
Enjoy Historic
Cameron in a holiday mood as you browse the many antique
shops. Traditional decorations, hot cider, and homemade
cookies. This is the only Sunday during the year that all
the shops are open. Cameron. (910)245-3055. www.antiquesofcameron.com
November 20 (Sun)
STARTER HORSE TRIALS. NCDCTA Recognized Only. Carolina Horse Park, just
off Hwy 211, between Aberdeen and Raeford. Call The Carolina Horse Park at
(910)875-2074 for more information.
November 23
CAROLINA PHILHARMONIC PINEHURST POPS SERIES: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. 8:00 pm. Tickets $25/general,
$10/students. Grand Ballroom, Carolina Hotel, Pinehurst Resort. For more
information, please visit www.CarolinaPhil.org
November 23-27
PINE NEEDLES-MID PINES TURKEY TRADITION. Enjoy this special
Thanksgiving weekend filled with food, fun and fellowship. Pine Needles
and Mid Pines have planned a Thanksgiving weekend that families have
cherished for over 18 years. Pine Needles and Mid Pines, Midland Road,
Southern Pines. (800)747-7272 or (800)323-2114.
November 24
MOORE COUNTY HOUNDS. approx. 9:30am. Hunting with
the pack is by invitation only, but spectators may watch
on opening day. Hobby Field off Youngs Road, Southern
Pines.
November 25
JAZZY FRIDAYS. 7-10pm. Event held rain or shine. Live jazz music,
hors d'oeuvres. Admission is $10/person. Cypress Bend Vineyards &
Winery, Riverton Road in Wagram. (910)369-0411.
November 25-27
MOORE ON STAGE - "The Nutcracker". 11/25 and 11/26 at 7:30pm,
11/26 and 11/27 at 2pm. This ballet is the most
celebrated ballet of all times and is most indicative of the Christmas
Season. It begins with a party, where Uncle Drosselmeyer gives Clara
the most beautiful nutcracker as his present. A magnificent production
for all ages. Tickets are $20/adult, $12/students (18 and under).
Robert E. Lee Auditorium, Pinecrest High School, Southern Pines. For
additional information please visit www.mooreonstage.com.
November 26
ANNUAL SOUTHERN PINES HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE & TREE LIGHTING. 10am-5pm. Shops
will be open and kicking off the holiday season with entertainment on the streets
of downtown Southern Pines and free pictures with Santa at the Train Station, 4pm.
Bring your camera and wish list! The Southern Pines Christmas Tree
Lighting ceremony begins in the late afternoon with entertainment by local
choirs.The streets of downtown Southern
Pines will be adorned with Christmas Trees decorated by Southern Pines
Businesses. Historic District, downtown Southern Pines. (910)315-6508.
November 26
POLAR BEAR 150. The Frank Kimmel Street Stock Series has given
Street Stock drivers who normally only run their hometown short the
opportunity to race on major speedways, including "The Rock".
Rockingham Speedway, 2152 North US Highway One, Rockingham, NC.
For more information please call (910)205-8800 or visit www.rockinghamracewaypark.com.
November 27 (Sun)
THANKSGIVING CLASSIC. Hours: 10am-3pm. Hunter/Jumper.
Carolina Horse Park, just off Hwy 211, between Aberdeen and Raeford. Call
CHP Office at (910)875-2074 for more information.
November 27
THE ROOSTER'S WIFE - ROD PICOTT AND AMANDA SHIRES. Doors open 6pm, show 6:45pm.
Poplar Knight Spot, 114 Knight Street, Aberdeen. For more information,
please call The Rooster's Wife at (910)944-7502 or visit
wwww.theroosterswife.org.
NOTE: Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these events, but they are subject to change without notice. |
