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Sunday, Feb. 8

■ Rockingham County Residents Appreciation Month at Chinqua Penn Plantation & Vineyards, 2138 Wentworth St., Reidsville. Admission for Rockingham county residents is $10 in Feb. A wonderful exciting African Exhibit will be on display through March 1. ID required. Hours: Wed.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; and Sunday 1-4 p.m. 349-4576. www.chinquapenn.com.   

Tuesday, Feb. 10

■ Music ’n’ All, 7 p.m. Tuesdays, The Barn, 151 Gant Road (across from Hanes Brands), Eden. Featured this week, The Hamilton Street Playboys; Feb. 17, Ann Turner and Friends; Feb. 24, Running Cedar; and March 3, Carolina Roustabouts. Bluegrass music, acoustic instruments. Door prizes. 623-2229. 

■ Bluegrass Jamboree, 7 p.m. Tuesdays, Downtown Reidsville Exhibit Center, 223 S. Scales Street. Dance on wooden floor, bring comfortable chair, and relax. Concessions. 342-1254 or 706-9816.  

Wednesday, Feb. 11

■ Valentines’ Chocolate and Wine Pairings, 1-4 p.m. Feb. 11-14, Chinqua Penn Plantation & Vineyards, 2138 Wentworth St., Reidsville. Enjoy our “reds” with various chocolates. $10. 349-4576. 

■ Steppin’ Out Shaggin’ Club, 7 p.m. Wednesdays, Whistle Jacket Grille, 441 Mebane Bridge Road, Eden. Weekly DJ. 623-5593. 

Friday, Feb. 13

■ Book sale, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Used Book Store, 103 Second Ave., Mayodan. Presented by Western Rockingham Friends of the Library. Used books and videos. Donations accepted. 427-4229. 

■ Eden Parks & recreation Department Basketball Awards, 4:30 p.m. Feb. 13, Bridge Street Recreation Center, Eden. Awards for Peanut, Tiny Mites and Mites. The Girls, Midgets, Juniors and Seniors will be held 4:30 p.m. Feb. 20 at Mill Avenue Recreation Center, Eden. All players and coaches are welcome to attend. 623-7789, ext. 3026. 

■ Movie Night, 7 p.m. Feb. 13, Mayodan United Methodist Church, 501 W. Main St., Mayodan. Come join your friends and watch a movie. Featured movie is Kung Fu Panda, subject to change. 548-9508. 

Saturday, Feb. 14

■ North Carolina Zoo Property Hike, Asheboro, Feb. 14. Presented by Rockingham County Naturalist Club. Leave 10 a.m. from RCC parking lot adjacent to gym. Visit Ridges Mountain near Asheboro and hike wooded trail on property belonging to N.C. Zoo. Bring lunch and wear warm clothing. Moderate Walk. Carpool from RCC or possibly rent small bus. Will Truslow will lead. Free and open to the public. Milton Hundley 623-8681 or Mike Vaughan 342-0438 or mhvaughan@bellsouth.net.     

■ Chili Cook Off, 5:30 p.m. Feb. 14, Speedwell Presbyterian Church, 862 Iron Works Road, Reidsville. Spice up your Valentine’s Day and heat up your sweetheart. If you want to enter a pot of chili into the contest, call Lynda Purcell, 952-2751. Nori Torbert, 951-2287. 

■ Live music, 7-9 p.m. Saturdays, The Backstreet Buzz Coffee House, 323 SW Market St., Reidsville. 

■ Live music 10 p.m. Saturdays, Golden Apple Restaurant, Monroe Street, Eden. 623-9104.  

UPCOMING

■ Daytona 500 Party, 3 p.m. Feb. 15, Mayodan United Methodist Church, 501 W. Main St., Mayodan. Bring a snack and drink to share. Come cheer on your favorite drier and fellowship with friends. 548-9508. 

ONGOING

■ Food Drive for the American Red Cross, through February 28, Eden Fire Departments on Henry St., Fieldcrest Road, Morgan Road and E. Stadium Drive. Non-perishable food items. Also needed is soap, deodorant and toothpaste. edenfiredepartmentauxiliary@yahoo.com. 

■ Space Travels through March 15, Danville Science Center, 677 Craghead St., Danville, Va. Fly through solar system. Discover what makes stars shine. Find out how much you would weigh on different planets. Learn why space science is important. $5 youth 4-12 and seniors 60+. $6 adults. (434) 791-5160 or visit www.dsc.smv.org.  

■ Amazing Butterflies Exhibit, through May 25, Danville Science Center, 677 Craghead St., Danville, Va. Exhibit is a creation of the National History Museum in London in collaboration with Minotaur Mazes. Interactive exhibit of mazes, butterfly gardens and more, takes you through life stages of a caterpillar to a butterfly. $5 youth 4-12 and Seniors 60+, $6 adults. (434) 791-5160 or visit. www.dsc.smv.org. 

Health

MONDAY

■ Blood drive, 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Feb. 9, City of Reidsville Fire Station #1, 402 S. Scales St., Reidsville. Photo ID required. 349-3434. 

■ Rockingham County Alzheimer’s Support Group, 1 p.m. Feb. 9, Penn Nursing Center, South Day Room, 618 S. Main St., Reidsville. Family, friends and caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s. 951-4674 or 951-6034.  

■ GriefShare and DivorceCare support groups, 6:30 p.m. Mondays, Growing Oaks Community Church, 2270 Harrington Highway, Eden. Christian ministry for people struggling with grief and loss or separation and divorce. 623-1114. www.growingoaks.org. 

TUESDAY

■ Revive classes, 9 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department, 300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. Start at your own pace and gradually increase your energy, mobility and strength. $3 class or $20 month. 548-2789. 

■ Group Diabetes Class, 10 a.m. Tuesdays and 3 p.m. Thursdays, Annie Penn Hospital, Dining Room C, 618 S. Main St., Reidsville. Walk-ins welcome. Free. Information: 951-4673.  

■ GriefShare Support Group, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays through April 14, Speedwell Presbyterian Church, 862 Iron Works Road, Reidsville. Christian ministry for people struggling with grief and loss.  Light Lunch. Free. Information: Rev. Rebecca Taylor, 342-5800 or Nori Torbert, 951-2287. 

■ Chair aerobics, 11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department, 300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. For adults less mobile and agile. Program is done entirely from a chair. Focuses on toning and cardiovascular exercises. $3 class or $20 month. 548-2789. 

■ Weight Watchers Program, noon Tuesdays, Feb. 10-April 28, Annie Penn Hospital, Dining Room D, 618 S. Main St., Reidsville. $12 per class or $144 for 12 week program. Payable in 3 installments. Registration: Judy Perkins, 951-4557.  

■ Stop Smoking Program, 1 p.m. Feb. 10, 12, 19, and 24, Annie Penn Hospital, Cardiac Rehabilitation classroom, 618 S. Main St., Reidsville. You must attend all sessions. Free. Registration, call Diane Coad, 951-4509.  

■ Breastfeeding Class, 6:30 p.m. Feb. 10, Morehead Memorial Hospital, education classroom, 117 E. Kings Highway, Eden. Course answers questions about breastfeeding. Registration: 637-6323.   

WEDNESDAY

■ House Calls, call-in radio show, 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays, WLOE (1490 AM) and WMYN ( 1420 AM). Presented by Morehead Memorial Hospital, Eden. Listen and call in with questions. www.morehead.org. 

■ Blood drive, 1-5:30 p.m. Feb. 11, Annie Penn Hospital, Womankind Center, 618 S. Main St., Reidsville. Photo ID required. Registration required: 951-4611 or 951-4542. 

THURSDAY

■ Blood drive, 6:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Feb. 12, Morehead Memorial Hospital, 117 E. King Highway, Eden. Photo ID required. 349-3434. 

■ Brother/Sister Preparation Class, 6 p.m. Feb. 12, Morehead Memorial Hospital, downstairs classroom, 117 E. Kings Highway, Eden. Prepare older children for the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. Includes information about babies, safe play and a tour of Birthing Center. Registration: 627-6323.  

■ Total Joint Education Class, 7 p.m. Feb. 12, Annie Penn Hospital, Short Stay Waiting Area, 618 S. Main St., Reidsville. Physical therapists, nurses and care management professionals provide information and demonstrations to patients who are considering, or scheduling total knee or total hip replacements. Registration: 951-4357. 

UPCOMING

■ Look Good, Feel Better, 10 a.m. Feb. 16, Smith-McMichael Cancer Center, Morehead Memorial Hospital, 117 E. Kings Highway, Eden. Program helps patients learn to conceal physical side effects they sometimes experience while undergoing chemotherapy or radiation treatment. Registration required. 623-9713. 

■ Bipolar Support Group, 7 p.m. Feb. 16, Morehead Memorial Hospital, main conference room, 117 E. Kings Highway, Eden. Adults dealing with bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive illness, are invited. 623-3725.  

■ Blood drive, 1:30-6 p.m. Feb. 17, Draper Elementary School, 1719 E. Stadium Drive, Eden. Photo ID required. 349-3434. 

■ Parkinson’s Disease Support Group, 2 p.m. Feb. 17, Morehead Memorial Hospital, education classroom, 117 E. Kings Highway, Eden. Support group provides information and encouragement for individuals and families affected by Parkinson’s Disease. Refreshments. 627-6199.  

■ Living Wills, 6 p.m. Feb. 17, Morehead Memorial Hospital, main conference room, 117 E. Kings Highway, Eden. Learn about new N.C. legislation related to Advance Directives and prepare your living will and health care power of attorney documents. A notary and two witnesses are present to finalize the execution of the documents. Free. Registration required. Marcia McQueen, director of Chaplaincy Services, 623-9711, Ext. 2482.  

■ Special Young Adults, 7 p.m. Feb. 17, Morehead Memorial Hospital, downstairs classroom, 117 E. Kings Highway, Eden. For adults with mild or moderate developmental disabilities to meet friends, play games, make crafts, enjoy snacks and participate in activities. Brenda Moore, 623-1077 or 613-5174 after 6 p.m. 

■ Community of Hope, 10:30 a.m. Feb. 18, Smith-McMichael Cancer Center conference room, Morehead Memorial Hospital, 117 E. Kings Highway, Eden. Designed to help patients and their families cope with cancer. Anita Fox, 623-9713, Ext. 2676.  

■ Blood drive, 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Feb. 18, City of Eden Public Works, Klyce Street, Eden. Photo ID required. 349-3434. 

Meetings

TODAY

■ Rockingham County Weavers and Fiber Arts Guild, 2 p.m. Feb. 8, Rockingham County Agricultural Center, 525 N.C. 65, Reidsville. Free. No experience necessary. Beth Lanier, 549-1351 or eelanier@bellsouth.net   

MONDAY

■ Disabled American Veterans, Rockingham County Chapter 63, 7 p.m. Feb. 9, Rockingham County Opportunity Center, 332 Camp Cherokee Road, Wentworth. 342-9879 or 269-4203.  

■ Mayodan Town Council, 7 p.m. Feb. 9, Mayodan Municipal Building, 210 W. Main St., Mayodan. 427-0241.  

TUESDAY

■ Rockingham County Green’s Industry Meeting, 9 a.m. Feb. 10, Rockingham County Cooperative Extension , Agricultural Center, 525 N.C. 65, Reidsville. Topics include: Exposure Studies to Register Pesticides, Earth Graphics: A Mobile and Digital Landscape Design Company, Do More with Less: Techniques to Improve Fungicide Performance. $10. Registration, Kathryn Holmes, 342-8230. 

■ Rockingham Soil and Water Conservation Board of Supervisors, 10 a.m. Feb. 10, Rockingham County Agriculture Center, 525 N.C. 65, Reidsville. Johnsie Hayes, 342-0460, Ext. 3.       

■ Reidsville City Council, 6:30 p.m. Feb. 10, Reidsville City Hall, 230 W. Morehead St., Reidsville. 349-1034. 

■ Writers’ Workshop of Rockingham County, 7 p.m. Feb. 10 and 24, Room 103, Advanced Technologies Building, RCC, N.C. 65, Wentworth. For aspiring and experienced writers. Free. Julie Campbell, 342-1806.  

THURSDAY

■ Madison Board of Aldermen, 7 p.m. Feb. 12, Madison Municipal Building, 120 N. Market St., Madison. 427-0221.  

UPCOMING

■ Eden City Council, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 17, Eden City Hall, 308 E. Stadium Drive, Eden. 623-2110.    

■ National Active and Retired Federal Employees Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. Feb. 18, Mayflower Restaurant, 1641 Freeway Drive, Reidsville. Presented by Rocking­ham County Chapter No. 1161. Tom Lovell, 623-1081. 

Seniors

MONDAY

■ Needlecrafts, 9 a.m.-noon Feb. 9, Feb. 23, Center for Active Retirement, Owens Building, Room 102, RCC, N.C. 65, Wentworth. Instructor Jeannine Wilkins. Registration: 342-4261, Ext. 2163. 

TUESDAY

■ Internet and email class, 9 a.m.-noon Tuesdays, Reidsville Senior Center, 201 N. Washington Ave., Reidsville. Free to seniors ages 65 and older. Others $55. Registration: drop by or call 349-1088.

■ Line dancing, 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays, Reidsville Senior Center, 201 N. Washington Ave., Reidsville. Free to seniors ages 55 and older. Registration: drop by or call 349-1088. 

■ Drawing for Beginners, 1-4 p.m. Tuesdays, Reidsville Senior Center, 201 N. Washington Ave., Reidsville. Free to seniors ages 65 and older. Others $65. Registration: drop by or call 349-1088. 

WEDNESDAY

■ Floral design class, 9 a.m.-noon Wednesdays, Reidsville Senior Center, 201 N. Washington Ave., Reidsville. Free to seniors ages 65 and older. Others $65. Registration: drop by or call 349-1088. 

■ Basic computer skills, 10 a.m.-noon Wednesdays, Reidsville Senior Center, 201 N. Washington Ave., Reidsville. Free to seniors ages 65 and older. Others $55. Registration: drop by or call 349-1088. 

■ DuPont ERO Luncheon, 11 a.m. Feb. 11, The Sirloin House, 207 S. Van Buren Road, Eden. 623-8554.

■ Basic sewing class, 12:30 -3:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Reidsville Senior Center, 201 N. Washington Ave., Reidsville. Free to seniors ages 65 and older. Others $65. Registration: drop by or call 349-1088. 

FRIDAY

■ Free Tax Assistance for Seniors, 9:30 a.m.-noon Feb. 13, Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department, 300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. CPA Lisa Shumake will discuss new tax laws for 2009 and give assistance in filing and answering questions. Appointments limited. Registration: 548-9572.  

RCC

TUESDAY

■ “Staying Up in a Down World,” Section #12609, 6 p.m. Feb. 10,  RCC, Small Business Center, Advanced Technologies Building, Room 105, N.C. 65, Wentworth. Learn how to be more in control of your circumstances and the tricks necessary to become solution driven. Presenter: Johnny Bullins. Free. Registration: 342-4261, Ext. 2316. 

THURSDAY

■ Government Procurement - Get Your Business Registered to Bid, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Feb. 12, Rockingham County Business & Technology Center, 240-2 Cherokee Camp Road, Reidsville. Presented by RCC Small Business Center. Learn how to secure opportunities with federal, state and local governments and get your business registered on site before leaving. Instructor: Archie Black. Free. Registration: 342-7853.  

UPCOMING

■ “What is a Marketing Plan?” Section #12611, 6 p.m. Feb. 17,  RCC, Small Business Center, Advanced Technologies Building, Room 105, N.C. 65, Wentworth. Learn how to be create a marketing plan for your specific business. Presenter: Debi Joyce. Free. Registration: 342-4261, Ext. 2316. 

Etc.

MONDAY

■ Karate Classes, 6 p.m. Mondays and 10 a.m. Saturdays, Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department, 300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. $35 month. Special rates for families. Open to ages 5 years and up. 548-2789.  

TUESDAY

■ Eden Chamber of Commerce Coffee, 8 a.m. Feb. 10, Morehead Hospital Cafeteria, 117 E. Kings Highway, Eden. Sponsored by March of Dimes. Presented by Eden Chamber of Commerce. 623-3336.  

THURSDAY

■ Line dancing, Thursdays, Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department, 300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. A great way to stay in shape and have fun. Intermediate 11 a.m.-noon. Beginners noon-1 p.m. Cost: $35 per month or $20 for those over 65 years of age. You can start any time. Instructor: Sue Ehmann. 548-2789.  

■ Tap dancing, 1:30 p.m. Thursdays, Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department, 300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. Cost: $37 per month or $25 for ages 55 and older. Instructor choreographer Deana DeHart. 548-9572.  

■ Night line dancing, 6 p.m. Thursdays through Feb. 26, Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department, 300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. A great way to stay in shape and have fun. No partner needed. Cost: $25. Instructor: Sue Ehmann. 548-9572.  

■ Sit, sip and stitch, 6:30 p.m. Thursdays, Subway, 1210-A Freeway Dr., Reidsville. Knitters and crocheters welcome. Bring your project. 951-7474. 

■ Men’s Church League Softball Organizational Meeting, 7 p.m. Feb. 12, Eden City Hall, 308 E. Stadium Drive, Eden. Any church that would like to participate in this league and would like to discuss new rules should attend or have a representative attend. Terry Vernon, 623-7789, Ext. 3026. 

SATURDAY

■ Guitar and Bass Guitar Lessons, 9 and 10 a.m. Saturdays, Crosswalk Cafe, Church of God of Prophecy, 13811 Highway 87, Eden. For beginners and intermediates. Free. 623-4042. 

UPCOMING

■ Women’s Church League Softball Organizational Meeting, 7 p.m. Feb. 19, Eden City Hall, 308 E. Stadium Drive, Eden. Any church that would like to participate in this league and would like to discuss new rules should attend or have a representative attend. Terry Vernon, 623-7789, Ext. 3026. 

ONGOING

■ Youth Baseball Registration, Boys & Girls Club of Eden, 1026 Harris St., Eden. Register now for new Rookie League Baseball for youth ages 5-12. Season begins March 3, 4:30-6 p.m. Fundamentals, conditioning, skill development and fun. Come by the club to register or call Zack, 627-7960. 

■ Spring Soccer Registration, through March 6, Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department, 300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. Coed age groups 4-6, 7-9, 10-13. $10 Madison-Mayodan residents. Non-city residents $15 and must purchase individual or family user card. All players must purchase $20 game jersey. Jason Swisher, 548-2789.  

■ Indoor Soccer Program Registration, Eden Parks & Recreation Department. Registering children age groups 9 & under and 10-13 years of age. Practice begins February. Sign up at Bridge Street Center, Mill Avenue Center or at Parks & Recreation office, Eden City Hall, 308 E. Stadium Drive. Information: Terry Vernon , 623-7789, Ext. 3026.