news-record.com

Fun stuff
TODAY

■ DRBA River Heritage Float, 8:30 a.m. Sept. 13. Meet at Dan River Co., 1110 Flinchum Road, Danbury float 5.5 miles to Stokes Stomp Festival at Moratock Park in Danbury. Local historian and Dan River fisherman, Steve Shelton, guides interpretive float. Canoe and kayak rentals available. Registration: 336-593-2628. 

MONDAY

■ Young Professional’s Network Disc Golf Outing, 6 p.m. Sept. 14, Lake’s Edge Disc Golf Course, Lake Reidsville, 630 Water Works Road, Reidsville. Presented by Reidsville Chamber of Commerce. Meet at Shelter 1. 349-8481 or 349-4738.  

TUESDAY

■ Reidsville Downtown Farmers Market, 6 a.m.-noon Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays through November, Market Square, 307 S. Scales St., Reidsville. Fruit, vegetables, and more. 349-1045.  

■ Music at the Barn, 7 p.m., 151 Gant Road, Eden. Bluegrass acoustic music. Debbie Wilson, 706-2144. 

■ Bluegrass Jamboree, 7 p.m., Reidsville Downtown Exhibit Center, 223 S. Scales St. 342-1254 or 706-9816.  

WEDNESDAY

■ Rockingham County Farmers Market, 3-6 p.m. Wednesdays and 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays through October, Chinqua Penn stables, Reidsville. Produce, plants, and more. Brenda Sutton, 613-6320 or brenda_sutton@ncsu.edu. 

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

THURSDAY

■ Chinqua Penn Plantation & Vineyards Fall Music Series, 6-9 p.m. Thursdays in September, 2138 Wentworth St., Reidsville. Sept. 17, Thick ‘n Thin; and Sept. 24 Michael Ken. Bring lawn chair. Food and wine available for purchase. No outside beverages. Free admission. 349-4576. www.chinquapenn.com. 

■ Texas Hold ’Em Poker Satellite Tournament, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 17, Yancey House Pavilion, 699 U.S. 158 West, Yanceyville. Presented by YanceyVillage Preservation. Top eight finishers receive invitation to play in Grand Finale on April 30. Grand champion awarded $10,000 entry to 2010 World Series of Poker in Las Vegas. Donation for dinner and entry $40 ($30 tax deductible). Reservations: 336-694-4225. Info visit www.yanceyvillage.com. 

FRIDAY

■ Book sale, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Used Book Store, 103 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. 427-4229. 

■ 2Eden Downtown Farmers Market, 3-7 p.m., Sept. 18, Olde Leaksville Shopping District, Henry Street municipal parking lot, Eden. Fruit, vegetables, and more.  Rain or shine. www.ExploreEdenNC.com or 623-7789, Ext. 3021.  

■ RiverFest, 5-10 p.m. Sept. 18 and 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Sept. 19, Olde Leaksville Shopping District, Washington Street, Eden. Sponsored by Olde Leaksville Merchants Association and City of Eden. Friday music, Envision; Saturday, The Sleeping Booty Band. Little Miss Riverfest Contest, kids’ zone, Revolutionary War Living History, River Village, antique engine exhibit, artisans, crafts, River Excursions, RiverFest 5K Run and Fun Walk, music and food. Free. www.exploreedennc.com.

■ An Evening of Storytelling “What Was Civil About that War” and origami with Megan Hicks, 7 p.m. Sept. 18, Yancey House Pavilion, 699 U.S. 158 West, Yanceyville. Presented by YanceyVillage Preservation. Hicks is recognized internationally as a storyteller and “origami swami.” Free. Donations accepted. www.yanceyvillage.com. 

■ McMichael at Central Davidson, High School Football, 7:30 p.m. Sept. 18, 2747 N.C. 47, Lexington. $6. 427-5165 or 357-2920. 

■ Morehead High School. No game Sept. 18. 627-7731. 

■ Rockingham at Reidsville, High School Football, 7:30 p.m. Sept. 18, 1901 S. Park Drive, Reidsville. $6. 349-6361 or 634-3220.  

SATURDAY

■ RiverFest 5K Run and Fun Walk, 8:30 a.m. Sept. 19, Washington Street, Eden. $20 registration supports Rockingham County Literacy Project. First 50 participants receive RiverFest T-shirt. Register online at Active.com or pick up form at Eden City Hall. 623-7789, Ext. 3021 or 3046. 

■ Spaghetti Supper, 5 p.m. Sept. 19, Shiloh Fire Department, 3320 Settle Bridge Road, Stoneville. Dine in or take out. Includes salad, drink and dessert. Suggested donation $5. Proceeds benefit Shiloh Community Building Fund. 573-9710.  

Health
MONDAY

■ Rockingham County Alzheimer’s Support Group, 1 p.m. Sept. 14, Penn Nursing Center, South Day Room, 618 S. Main St., Reidsville. For family, friends and caregivers. 951-6034.    

TUESDAY

■ GriefShare, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 15-Dec. 8, Speedwell Presbyterian Church, 862 Iron Works Road, Reidsville. Christian ministry for people struggling with grief and loss. Lunch provided. Free. The Rev. Rebecca Taylor, 342-5800 or Nori Torbert, 951-2287.  

■ Parkinson’s Disease, 2 p.m. Sept. 15, Morehead Memorial Hospital, education classroom, 117 E. Kings Highway, Eden. Information and encouragement for individuals and families affected. 627-6199.   

■ Special Young Adults, 7 p.m. Sept. 15, Morehead Memorial Hospital, downstairs classroom, 117 E. Kings Highway, Eden. Adults with mild or moderate developmental disabilities meet friends, play games, make crafts and enjoy snacks. Brenda Moore, 623-1077 or 613-5174 after 6 p.m. 

FRIDAY

■ Blood Drive, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Sept. 18, American Red Cross, 3692 N.C. 14, Reidsville. Photo ID required. Appointments: 349-3434. 

SATURDAY

■ Blood Drive, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Sept. 19, Ruffin Stacey Baptist Church, 261 Estes Road, Ruffin. Photo ID required. Appointments: 939-2895. Info: 349-3434.       

Meetings
TODAY

■ Rockingham County Weavers and Fiber Arts Guild, 2 p.m. Sept. 13, Rockingham County Agricultural Center, 525 N.C. 65 (old Wentworth School), Reidsville. Free. No experience necessary. Beth Lanier, 549-1351 or eelanier@bellsouth.net.        

MONDAY

■ Disabled American Veterans, Rockingham County Chapter 63, 7 p.m. Sept. 14, Rockingham Opportunity Center, 332 Camp Cherokee Road, Wentworth.
342-9879 or 269-4203.       

■ Mayodan Town Council, 7 p.m. Sept. 14, Mayodan Municipal Building, 210 W. Main St., Mayodan. 427-0241.   

TUESDAY

■ Rockingham County Amateur Radio Club, 7 p.m. Sept. 15, American Red Cross, 3692 N.C. 14, Reidsville. Anyone interested in becoming amateur radio operators and current ham radio operators. Trey Belton, W4SH, 573-3317, or Pat Patterson, N4SLP, 548-2027.      

■ Rockingham County Democratic Party, 7 p.m. Sept. 15, RCC, Owens Human Services Building 16, N.C. 65, Wentworth. 317-6182.    

■ Eden City Council, 7:30 p.m. Sept. 15, Eden City Hall, 308 E. Stadium Drive, Eden. 623-2110.  

WEDNESDAY

■ National Active and Retired Federal Employees Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. Sept. 16, Mayflower Restaurant, 1641 Freeway Drive, Reidsville. Presented by Rocking­ham County Chapter 1161. Tom Lovell, 623-1081. 

THURSDAY

■ “Steppin’ Out” Brunch, 9:30 a.m. Sept. 17, The Wray Center, 432 Bridge St., Eden. Sponsored by The Christian Women’s Club of Eden. Special feature: Sam Lindsey of Strader’s Shoe Store in Reidsville with latest shoe talk. Music by Eugenia Corum of Eden. Speaker Sue Falcone will share “That Duct Tape” is not the best way to keep your life together. Free child care with reservations. Deadline noon Sept. 14. $9. Shelby Baker, 939-2230 or Mary Robertson, 342-1524. 

SATURDAY

■ Project Linus of Rockingham County, 9 a.m.-noon, Sept. 19, First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 1520 S. Scales St., Reidsville. Learn blanket-making skills, share ideas and make blankets for children in crisis. Supplies provided. Sandy Wyatt, 634-0785.     

Seniors
MONDAY

■ Crafts for the Holidays, 9 a.m.-noon Mondays, starts Sept. 14, Reidsville Senior Center, 201 N. Washington St. Co-sponsored with Rockingham Community College. Free to seniors 65 and older or $50. Supplies extra. Registration:
349-1088. 

■ Needlecrafts, 9 a.m.-noon Mondays, Sept. 14-Nov. 30, Center for Active Retirement, RCC, Owens Building, Room 102,  N.C. 65, Wentworth. $65. 342-4261, Ext. 2163. 

■ Senior Strikers Bowling League Organizational Meeting, 1 p.m. Sept. 14, Reidsville Lanes, 1640 Freeway Drive. Presented by Reidsville Senior Center. $4.50 for 3 games. Registration: 349-1088. 

TUESDAY

■ Crocheting, 9 a.m.-noon Tuesdays, beginning Sept. 15, Reidsville Senior Center, 201 N. Washington St. Co-sponsored with Rockingham Community College. Free to seniors 65 and older or $50. Supplies extra. Registration: 349-1088. 

WEDNESDAY

■ Floral Design, 9 a.m.-noon Wednesdays, starts Sept. 16, Reidsville Senior Center, 201 N. Washington St. Co-sponsored with Rockingham Community College. Free to seniors 65 and older or $50. Supplies extra. Registration:
349-1088. 

THURSDAY

■ Southern Women’s Show, Charlotte, Sept. 17. Presented by Center for Active Retirement, RCC, Wentworth. Savvy shopping to creative cooking ideas with healthy lifestyle tips. Leave 7:30 a.m. Breakfast at Cracker Barrel in Lexington. Expected return 6 p.m. $30. 342-4261, Ext. 2163. 

FRIDAY

■ Legal Aid Services for Seniors, 1-4:30 p.m. Sept. 18, Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department, 300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. Assistance with legal matters, wills and power of attorney. Counselor Diane Brady of Legal Aid of North Carolina. Free. Appointment, call 272-0148, Ext. 302.    

RCC
MONDAY

■ How to Start/Stay Your Own Business, Section 14425,  6 p.m. Mondays, Sept. 14-Nov. 16, RCC, Small Business Center, Advanced Technologies Building, Room 111, N.C. 65, Wentworth. Identify and develop necessary business skills, scan community for business opportunities and prepare business plan. $65. Registration: 342-4261, Ext. 2316. 

TUESDAY

■ “eBay Advanced Selling,” Section 14427, 6 p.m. Sept. 15,  RCC, Bishopric Lifelong Learning Center, Room 206, N.C. 65, Wentworth. Presented by Small Business Center. Steps of an actual sale on eBay from start to finish. Free. Registration: 342-4261, Ext. 2316. TTY for hearing impaired: 634-0132.  

FRIDAY

■ Motorcycle Safety Course, 6-10 p.m. Fridays, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Nov. 20. Learn controls, functions, and safe operation. Motorcycles provided. Those who pass can waive skills evaluation required by Department of Motor Vehicles. $150. Registration: 342-4261, Ext. 2140. Information: Mike Murphy, 342-4261, Ext. 2325.     

Etc.
MONDAY

■ North Carolina Hospitality Training, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 14, Oct. 12, Nov. 9, Chinqua Penn Planation, 2138 Wentworth St., Reidsville. Provided by partnership of Rockingham County Cooperative Extension, Rockingham County Tourism, Eden Tourism Development, and Chinqua Penn. Three-part series geared toward wedding and special events professionals. Learn how to provide quality service. Lunch provided. $20. Registration required. Brenda Sutton, 342-8230 or email brenda_sutton@ncsu.edu. 

■ Night Line Dancing, 6 p.m. Mondays, beginning Sept. 14, Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department, 300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. $35 per month or $20 per month ages 65 and older. 548-2789. 

■ Karate Lessons, 6 p.m. Mondays and 10 a.m. Saturdays, beginning Sept. 14, Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department, 300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. $35 per month. 5 years and older. 548-2789 or 548-9572. 

■ Basic Computer Class, 6 p.m. Mondays, Sept. 14-Nov. 2, Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department, 300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. Co-sponsored by Rockingham Community College. $65 or free to those 65 and older. 548-2789 or 548-9572. 

TUESDAY

■ Internet Class, 6 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 15-Nov. 3, Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department, 300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. Co-sponsored by Rockingham Community College. $65 or free to 65 and older. 548-2789 or 548-9572. 

WEDNESDAY

■ Landscape Painting, 1 p.m. Wednesdays Sept. 16-Nov. 4, Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department, 300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. $50 for all ages. Supply list and registration, call 548-2789. 

THURSDAY

■ Western Rockingham Chamber of Commerce Coffee, 8 a.m. Sept. 17, Mayodan Public Library, 101 N. 10th Ave., Mayodan. 548-6248. 

■ Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Lunch and Learn, 10 a.m.-noon Sept. 17, Caregivers of Rockingham County, 116 N. Scales St., Reidsville. Discussion, information and networking with other grandparents. Lunch provided. Free. Registration: 361-0971. 

■ Tap Dance Lessons, 1:30 p.m. Thursdays beginning Sept. 17, Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department, 300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. $37 per month adults, $25 age 55 and older. 548-9572. 

SATURDAY

■ Skateboarding Club, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Sept. 19, Farris Memorial Park, 2919 Park Road, Mayodan. For ages 14 and younger. Participants must fill out registration forms and abide by rules. Elbow pads, knee pads and helmet required. Free. Registration: Jason Swisher, 548-2789.