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Music is the theme of our weekend events in Rockingham County beginning Thursday with the Chinqua Penn Vineyards Spring Music Series.

Concerts at Chinqua Penn begin at 6 p.m. each Thursday in May and offer you a chance to relax, sip wine and listen to lovely music. Featured tonight will be the folk and blues music of Bruce Piephoff. Pack a picnic or purchase your meal catered by Mom’s Kitchen. Entry to the grounds is free, so “Wine, Dine and Have a Good Time” under the stars.

If you enjoy gospel music, head over to the big tent at Happy Home Church in Ruffin on Saturday and enjoy an evening of gospel singing with Mercy’s Promise, Stained Glass, Marc Ivey and the Down East Boys. Dinner is available for purchase and remember to bring your lawn chairs.

And for those of us who love country and bluegrass music, the Mayodan Preservation League presents an evening you won’t want to miss with Music in the Park. This free concert begins at 6 p.m. Saturday with musical performances by Almost Country. A hot dog dinner is available for purchase, so you won’t have to cook. Take your favorite lawn chair or blanket and relax.

THURSDAY

Reidsville Downtown Farmers Market, 6 a.m.-noon Thursdays and Saturdays, Downtown Reidsville, municipal parking lot, Morehead Street. Presented by Reidsville Downtown Corp. Fruit, vegetables, home-made baked goods, jams and jellies. 349-1045.

Chinqua Penn Vineyards Spring Music Series, 6-9 p.m., Chinqua Penn Plantation, 2138 Wentworth St., Reidsville. Folk and blues artist Bruce Piephoff. Chinqua Penn wines available by bottle or glass. Food by Mom’s Kitchen available for purchase or take a picnic. Free. No outside beverages. 349-4576.

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

Thursday Night in Downtown Reidsville. Stroll sidewalks, have a meal, enjoy shopping, take a class, try some wine, explore galleries, relax with a cup of coffee, visit the library, see a movie or take home some paint to spruce up your house. Merchants open until 8 p.m.

FRIDAY

Friends of the Library Book Sale, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., also 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Eden Public Library, 598 Pierce St., Eden. Presented by Eden Friends of the Library. 623-3168.

Book sale, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., also 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Used Book Store, 103 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. Proceeds benefit Western Rockingham future library. Donations accepted. 427-4229.

Blood drive, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., American Red Cross, 3692 N.C. 14, Reidsville. Photo ID required. 349-3434.
lFriday Walks, 12:10 p.m., Reidsville Chamber of Commerce, S. Main St., Reidsville. Sponsored by Reidsville Chamber Women in Business. Walk half-mile or mile. 349-8481 or email president@reidsvillechamber.org

Rockingham County Relay for Life, 6 p.m. until 8 a.m. Saturday, Freedom Park, Edgewood Road, Eden. Event raises money for American Cancer Society to aid in fight against cancer. Opening ceremony, survivor lap, caregiver lap, luminaria ceremony, food, games and entertainment by Broken Wire from Galax, Va. Local bands will also perform. 342-1931 or 834-0844.

Motorcycle safety course, 6-10 p.m., also 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Learn controls, functions and safe operation. Motorcycles provided. Those who pass can waive skills evaluation required by Department of Motor Vehicles. Class size limited. $150. Registration 342-4261, extension 2140. Information: George Ferguson, 342-4261, extension 2154, or Mike Murphy, extension 2325.

Live music, 7-9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Backstreet Buzz Coffee House, 323 SW Market St., Reidsville. 348-2899.

SATURDAY

Rockingham County Farmers Market, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Chinqua-Penn stables, Wentworth Street, Reidsville. Presented by Rockingham County N.C. Cooperative Extension Service. Seasonal produce, herbs, plants, specialty foods, fine art and farm crafts. Debit or credit cards and food stamps welcome. Vendor applications and information: Brenda Sutton, 613-6320 or brenda_sutton@ncsu.edu

Texas Longhorn Fun Day, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., N.C. State University Upper Research Station (next to Chinqua Penn Plantation), 1944 Wentworth St., Reidsville. Hosted by Piedmont Texas Longhorn Breeders. Branding and cattle exhibit. Breeder highlight pins. Guest speaker Dr. James R. Talbot, DVM Heifer Futurity. Longhorn heifer auction with proceeds to benefit Victory Junction Gang Camp. Lunch available. Free admission. Pat Brown, 939-9589, or Zach Moffitt, 736-6340.

Guitar and bass guitar lessons, 9 and 10 a.m., Crosswalk Cafe, Church of God of Prophecy, 13811 N.C. 87, Eden. Beginners and intermediates. Free. 623-4042.

Project Linus of Rockingham County, 9 a.m.-noon, First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 1520 S. Scales St., Reidsville. Learn blanket-making skills, share ideas and make blankets for children in crisis. Volunteers needed. Supplies on hand. Sandy Wyatt, 634-0785.

Wildflower Enthusiasts Trip. Presented by Rockingham County Naturalist Club. Leave 2 p.m. from RCC parking lot adjacent to gym. Drive to property of Richard Watkins, west of Eden off N.C. 135. Uncommon, beautiful wildflower species are found on this property. Easy walk. Mike Vaughan, 342-0438 or mhvaughan@bellsouth.net

Auction, Miracle on Main Street, 6 p.m., Main Street United Methodist Church, 221 S. Main St., Reidsville. Live and silent auction. Lots of fabulous items, such as Karastan rug, Victorian clock, Hoosier cupboard and Mel Steele and Bob Timberlake prints. The Methodist Men will serve hot dogs, hamburgers, desserts and drinks. Auctioneer Benny Wray. Proceeds benefit church Building Fund. Silent Auction bidding 2-6 p.m. 349-3432.

Music in the Park, 6-8:30 p.m., Mayodan Park Gazebo, 500 W. Main St., Mayodan. Sponsored by the Mayodan Preservation League. Country and bluegrass by Almost Country. Grilled hot dogs, chips and drinks available. Take your lawn chair. 548-2241.

SUNDAY

Wildlife Rehab League Display, 1 p.m., Hanging Rock State Park, Visitors Center, Hanging Rock Road (State Road 2015), Danbury. 593-8480.

French Family Reunion, 1 p.m., Ruffin Stacey Baptist Church, 261 Estes Road, Ruffin. Gina Lake, 623-4843.

Gravely Nature Preserve Hike. Presented by Rockingham County Naturalist Club. Leave 2 p.m. from RCC parking lot adjacent to gym. Hike the nature preserve on the Smith River in Henry County, Virginia. Enjoy masses of beautiful ferns and possibly wildflowers. Easy to moderate walk. Mike Vaughan, 342-0438 or mhvaughan@bellsouth.net