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Several events are happening this weekend in Rockingham County.

Today, the Touring Theatre of North Carolina travels to Rockingham Community College for an outdoor performance of “Piece Work,” an adaptation of Barbara Presnell’s book about work in the South at textile mills.

“It is a weaving together of words and voices,” said Presnell. “It has both the rhythm and the cacophony of the machinery of the mill, the individuality of the people who work there. It is an amazing work.”

The one-hour play is free and will be held in the Apple Amphitheater.

If you are a fan of baseball, the District 8 Dixie Youth Baseball Coach Pitch Tournament takes place this weekend at Cherry Grove Ruritan’s Field in Reidsville. Six teams compete for the championship, and the winner will advance to the state tournament which will be held July 11 in Eden. Come cheer on your favorite team.

And “CatPoochino Day” kicks off Saturday at Backstreet Buzz Coffee House in downtown Reidsville. The “Food for Furry Friends Campaign” helps the Animal Protection Society of Rockingham County collect food and donations to feed animals in need as they “Help Stop Hunger and Neglect.”

The coffee house will donate 10 percent of the day’s sales and has been designated as a donation site. If you can’t stop by Saturday, drop off donations at your convenience.

Today

* Reidsville Downtown Farmers Market, 6 a.m.-noon today and Saturday, municipal parking lot, Morehead Street, downtown Reidsville. Local fruit, vegetables, homemade baked goods, jams and jellies. 349-1045.

* Diabetes Awareness Day and Fundraiser Event, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Morehead at the Mall, Eden Mall, East Meadow Road. Presented by Morehead Hospital Chronic Disease Management. Health screenings, local vendors, door prizes, raffles and N.C. Lion’s Foundation Vision Van. Free. For free eye exam, call 627-0409.
lGrand Opening and Ribbon Cutting, 2 p.m., Rockingham County Literacy Project, 705-A Washington St., Eden. 627-0007.

* Sit, Sip and Stitch, 6:30 p.m., Subway, 1210-A Freeway Drive, Reidsville. Knitters and crocheters welcome. Bring your project. 951-7474.

* “Piece Work,” 7 p.m., Apple Amphitheater, RCC, N.C. 65, Wentworth. Presented by the Touring Theatre of North Carolina. Free. In case of bad weather, performance will be in the Advanced Technologies building auditorium.

* Thursday Night in Downtown Reidsville. Enjoy an evening downtown. Merchants open until 8 p.m.
Friday

* lBook sale, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Used Book Store, 103 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. Proceeds benefit the Madison, Mayodan and Stoneville libraries and the future Western Rockingham library. Donations accepted. 427-4229.

* lFriday Walks, 12:10 p.m., Reidsville Chamber of Commerce, South Main Street, Reidsville. Walk half a mile or 1 mile. 349-8481 or president@reidsvillechamber.org.

* lFree Legal Aid Services for Seniors, 1-4:30 p.m., Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department, 300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. Get assistance from counselor Diane Brady of Legal Aid of North Carolina on legal matters, wills and power of attorney. Appointments, Diane Brady at 272-0148, Ext. 302. Information: 548-9572.

* l Dixie Youth Baseball Coach’s Pitch District 8 Tournament, 5:30 p.m. Friday through Sunday afternoon, Cherry Grove Ruritan’s Field, 7152 Cherry Grove Road, Reidsville. Teams: Reidsville American League, Reidsville National League, Cherry Grove All-Stars, Eden YMCA All-Stars, Caswell County All-Stars and Boys & Girls Club of Eden All-Stars. Winning team advances to N.C. Dixie Youth Baseball State Tournament July 11 at Freedom Park in Eden. $3 Friday, $6 Saturday. 623-7789, Ext. 3026.

* lMotorcycle Safety Course, 6-10 p.m. Friday, 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 N.C. Department of Motor Vehicles. $150. Registration: 342-4261, Ext. 2140. Information: George Ferguson, 342-4261, Ext. 2154, or Mike Murphy Ext. 2325.

* lWine Tasting, 6-8 p.m., Lucky City Book and Wine Bar, 125 S. Scales St., Reidsville. Wine tasting, hors d’oeuvres and entertainment. $3 cover charge. www.luckycity7.com. 349-7144.

* lLive Music, 7-9 p.m. today 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, Reidsville. Local produce, herbs, plants, specialty foods, fine art and farm crafts. Vendor applications and information: Brenda Sutton, 613-6320 or brenda_sutton@ncsu.edu.

* “CatPoochino Day,” 8 a.m.-10 p.m., Backstreet Buzz Coffee House, 234 S.W. Market St., Reidsville. 10 percent of the day’s sales benefit Food for Furry Friends Campaign of the Animal Protection Society of Rockingham County to help stop hunger and neglect. Backstreet Buzz is a designated donation location for Food for Furry Friends. 348-2899.

* Fishing Derby, 8 a.m., Farris Memorial Park, 2878 Park Road, Mayodan. Sponsored by the Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department, Farris Memorial Park and Fuzzy’s BBQ. Check-in and registration: 7-8 a.m. $2 ages 13 and younger, $7 ages 14 and older. Participants required to bring bait. Everyone receives a T-shirt. Prizes and awards. 548-9572 or 548-2789.

* Silverfish for the Rivers, 2009 Benefit Paddle, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Presented by Dan River Basin Association and Silverfish Paddlers. Float easy, scenic section of Smith and Dan Rivers in Eden from traffic circle to boat landing, stop to draw doubloons. Boat with highest loot wins prizes. $40 per boat or registration of $30. Extra passenger or observer, $25. Visit www.silverfishfortherivers.com. Participants receive T-shirt, lunch and entertainment. Registration begins at 9 a.m. at Three Rivers Outfitters. Boat rentals and free shuttle provided by Three Rivers Outfitters. 637-6215 or info@3-r-o.com. Proceeds benefit DRBA’s work to protect and restore our rivers. Rain date: July 25. www.danriver.org.

* 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.

* Backyard Photography — Use Your Camera the Best You Can Workshop, 10 a.m., Hanging Rock State Park, Danbury. Christy Ferguson will lead a basic photo workshop. Bring a camera. Meet at the visitors center. Free. 593-8480.

* 13th Anniversary Celebration of Black Family Day, 11 a.m., downtown, Reidsville. Theme: “Accepting Responsibility to Build our Community.” Sponsored by Rebuilding the Black Initiative, harambeeradio.com, WQMG (97.1 FM) and local businesses and residents. Workshops, music, spoken word artists, spiritual and civic leaders and vendors with arts, crafts and more. Ethnic and traditional food available. Family Fun Village features games, bounces, face painting and more. Workshops begin at noon. Free. Vendors, sponsors, performers and volunteers: 342-0217 or info@blackfamilyday.org. Families may register online at http://ww.blackfamilyday.org.

* Community Meal, noon, Mayodan United Methodist Church, 501 W. Main St., Mayodan. Menu: hamburgers, potato and pasta salad. Free. 548-9508.

* Rockingham County Amateur Radio Field Day, 2 p.m. Saturday through 5 p.m. Sunday, Lake Reidsville, 630 Water Works Road. Presented by Rockingham County Amateur Radio Club. An opportunity for amateur radio operators across the United States to practice quickly setting up radio equipment using emergency power and attempt to contact as many other amateurs as possible. Exercise helps train radio operators to be a vital link to communities in case of disasters. Public invited to observe and try their hand at making contacts. Minimal gate fee into Lake Reidsville. 548-2027.

* Home Community Forum, 2 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 318 S. Main St., Reidsville. Sponsored by Reidsville Human Relations Commission, Rockingham Board of Realtors and First Citizens Bank. Learn how to become a homeowner, repair your credit rating, modify your present loan and apply for $8000 tax credit for first-time homebuyers.

* Concert in the Park, 6:30 p.m., Kiwanis Amphitheatre, Freedom Park, 121 N. Edgewood Road, Eden. Music by Cotton and the Country Classic Band. Bring lawn chairs . Concessions available. Free. 623-2110.

Sunday

* Wildlife Rehab, 1-4 p.m., Hanging Rock State Park, Danbury. Find out what to do with injured and orphaned wildlife from members of Wildlife Rehab. Display at the visitors center. Free. 593-8480.

* Girl Time: Time for Inspiration, Motivation and Encouragement, 4 p.m. Sunday, Cafe 99, 128 S. Scales St., Reidsville. Presented by the 4-H Impact Club. Information on being the best lady you can be. For girls ages 13 to 17. Dinner included. Free. RSVP by Friday to Mary Bratcher, 349-2492.

Contact Carolyn Booth at 627-4881, Ext. 110, or carolyn.booth@news-record.com