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TODAY

Disney’s Mulan Jr., 2:30 p.m. Oct. 11, Rockingham Community College, Advanced Technologies Auditorium, N.C. 65, Wentworth. Presented by the Theatre Guild of Rockingham County Youth Theatre. $10 adults, $7 ages 18 and younger. Tickets: 627-0228.

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. 

Dinosaurs!, 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Oct. 13, Caswell County Civic Center, 536 Main St. East, Yanceyville. Presented by Caswell Council for the Arts Youth Series. Nationally acclaimed puppeteer Jim West brings the age of dinosaurs to life. For grades K-5. $8, $6 students. Two chaperones free with 20 students for grades K-3; one free teacher/chaperone with 20 students in grades 4-12. 694-4591 or www.ccfta.org. 

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

Temptations in the Garden, 6-9 p.m. Oct. 15, Meadow Greens Country Club, 436 E. Stadium Drive, Eden. Presented by Eden Chamber of Commerce. Restaurants, caterers, and beer and wine producers. Silent auction, cake auction, music by Veronica & Company and local artists. $25, $20 in advance. Limited tickets. 623-3336. 

FRIDAY

Haunted Trail at Freedom Park, Dusk-11 p.m. Oct. 16-17, 23-24, 29-31, 121 N. Edgewood St., Eden. Presented by Eden Parks & Recreation Department. $5. Oct. 31: $2 for 12 and younger. 623-7789, Ext. 3026.  

Castle of Horror and Cannibal Creek, 7 p.m.-midnight, weekends through Oct. 31, 2709 Narrow Gauge Road, Reidsville. Also open Oct. 29. On Oct. 9 and 10, bring 5 nonperishable food items for local charities and receive a buy-one get-one ticket. Tickets: $15 castle, $10 creek or $20 both. www.castleofhorror.com.  

Nightmare on Scales Street Haunted House, weekends through Oct. 31 and Oct. 22 and 29, 207 S. Scales St., Reidsville. Inspired by true story of Fritz Klenner and the eight murders he committed. Opens at 7 p.m. most days, 6 p.m. Oct. 24, 30, 31. $15 or $13 with canned food item for local food bank. Not recommended for children younger than 10. 361-0011.  

Northern Guilford at McMichael, high school football, 7:30 p.m., 6845 N.C. 135, Mayodan. $6. 643-8449 or 427-5165.

Morehead at Eastern Alamance, high school football, 7:30 p.m., 404 Mebane Rogers Road, Mebane. $6. 627-7731 or (919) 563-5991.

Reidsville at Burlington Cummings, high school football, 7:30 p.m., 2200 N. Mebane St., Burlington. $6. 349-6361 or 570-6100. 

Rockingham at Eastern Guilford, high school football, 7:30 p.m., 415 Peeden Drive, Gibsonville. $6. 634-3220 or 449-6311.

Benefit Fundraiser, 9 p.m. Oct. 16, Red River Grill, 247 W. Kings Highway, Eden. DJ George Dunn, raffle prizes from local merchants and $5 coupon from Red River Grill. Proceeds benefit medical expenses for Chris Fisher. $10. 627-5000. 

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.

Fall Ladies Night Out, 6-9 p.m. Oct. 16, Olde Leaksville Shopping District, Washington Street, Eden. Shops open late with specials, treats, live music, wine tasting and more. www.ExploreEdenNC.com

Eden Downtown Farmers Market, 3-7 p.m., Oct. 16, 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. 

SATURDAY

Car Show, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 17, Food Lion, 824 S. Van Buren Road, Eden. Presented by Food Lion. All makes, models and years welcome. Registration, 8 a.m.-noon. Awards, 4 p.m. Proceeds benefit Children’s Miracle Network. Children’s activities, train ride, petting zoo, magic show, rock wall, music. Trophies, door prizes and drawings. $10. 627-8504. .

Ride the Rock, 8:30 a.m. Oct. 17, First Presbyterian Church, 318 S. Main St., Reidsville. Bike tour of Rockingham County. Must be at least 18. Choose from three routes of 20, 40 or 60 miles. Must wear approved helmet. Early registrants receive T-shirt and are eligible for prizes. Lunch after ride. Proceeds benefit church’s outreach program. $25, $20 advance. Entry forms available at Reidsville Bike Shop, Backstreet Buzz Coffee House, Reidsville YMCA, church office and www.fpcridetherock.org. 349-3474.

Leaksville Moravian Church Golf Tournament, 8:30 a.m. Oct. 17, Plantation Golf Club, 190 Club House Drive, Reidsville. Captain’s choice. $40 per player includes green fees, cart, lunch and prizes. Registration, 8:30 a.m. Tee-off, 9 a.m. Rain date: Oct. 24. Proceeds benefit church’s outreach and mission projects. 613-3859 or 616-6863.

Corn Maze and Hay Rides, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Saturdays and 1-5:30 p.m. Sundays through Oct. 31, Tuttle’s Farm, 2701 N.C. 135, Stoneville. Ride through country and see pumpkin patch, farm animals and more. $7, $5 younger than 12. Weekday field trips by appointment. 627-4261, 589-8730 or clineberry4@triad.rr.com. 

Shred-A-Thon, 9:30-11 a.m. Oct. 17, American Partners Federal Credit Union, 618 N. Scales St., Reidsville. 349-2729.

Second Annual Draper Rural Fire Department Fall Festival, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Oct. 17, Draper Shopping Village, Fieldcrest Road, Eden. Bossy Bingo, fireworks, fire fighter competition, children’s entertainment, bake sale, fire truck display, live music, crafts and food vendors. 635-2233.   

Hidden Falls and Window Falls Mountains-to-Sea Trail Hike, 2 p.m. Oct. 17, Hanging Rock State Park, Danbury. Join a ranger and hike along part of the Mountain-to-Sea Trail that passes through the park. Moderate 1.2 mile hike to Hidden Falls and Window Falls, two of five waterfalls in park. Meet at visitors center. No pets. Wear appropriate shoes. Limited to 20 people. Registration required: 593-8480. www.ncparks.gov.

The Gospel Airs Gospel Sing, 2-5 p.m. Oct. 17, Garden Central and B&B Produce, 354 W. Meadow Road, Eden. Fellowship, guest speakers, additional singing and free hot dogs. Free. An offering will be taken.  

Fall Family Fun Festival, 3-6:30 p.m. Oct. 17, Huntsville Elementary School, 2020 Sardis Church Road, Madison. Games, food, prizes and silent auction. 427-3266.

Harvest Festival, 4-7 p.m. Oct. 17, Happy Home Congregational Christian Church, 6941 N.C. 700, Ruffin. Stew, hot dogs, hamburgers, fries, desserts. Stew: $4.50 per quart. Orders: 939-2138 or 939-7310.

“The Diamond Murder” Mystery Dinner, 7 p.m. Oct. 17, Yancey House Pavilion, 699 U.S. 158 West, Yanceyville. Presented by YanceyVillage Preservation and Danville Little Theatre. $35. Cash bar available. Proceeds benefit Danville Little Theatre. Reservations: 694-4225. www.yanceyvillage.com. 

Health
MONDAY

Rockingham County Alzheimer’s Support Group, 1 p.m. Oct. 12, Penn Nursing Center, South Day Room, 618 S. Main St., Reidsville. For family, friends and caregivers. 951-6034.    

Blood drive, 3-7:30 p.m. Oct. 12, Thompsonville Baptist Church, 2033 N.C. 87, Reidsville. Photo ID required. Appointments: 342-9392.

TUESDAY

GriefShare, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays through 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. 

Cholesterol Education, 12:30 p.m. Oct. 13, Ridgeway Branch Library, Virginia Highway 87 North, Ridgeway, Va. Presented by Morehead Memorial Hospital. Health educator Torrey Goard teaches about cholesterol, its components and their importance, normal ranges, and prevention and treatment options. Screenings by appointment beginning at 11 a.m. Free lipid profile and lunch for those who register by 11 a.m. Oct. 12. 627-8510. 

WEDNESDAY

Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Annie Penn Mammography Department, 618 S. Main St., Reidsville, will be open until 6 p.m. Wednesdays for mammograms. Special Breast Cancer Awareness items will be given to patients. Patient who have mammograms in October will be registered for prizes. Appointments: 951-4555. 

Pink Talk Breast Cancer Presentation, 12:30 p.m. Oct. 14, Morehead Memorial Hospital, downstairs classroom, 117 E. Kings Highway, Eden. Conducted by the American Cancer Society. Door prizes, lunch. Register by Oct. 12: 834-0844. 

Blood drive, 1-5:30 p.m. Oct. 14, Annie Penn Hospital, 618 S. Main St., Reidsville. Photo ID required. Appointments: 951-4678.

THURSDAY

Flu Clinic, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 15, First United Methodist Church, 130 Main St., Eden. Maxim Healthcare Services will give shots for seasonal flu. $30 for those without insurance. 635-3103.

Breast Health, noon Oct. 15, Mayflower Restaurant, 1010 Midtown Arcade, Madison. Morehead Memorial Hospital mammography supervisor Angie Bicknell discusses breast health, including early detection, screening recommendations and treatment options. Free. Includes lunch for those who register by Oct. 12. Registration: 627-8510.

FRIDAY

Blood drive, 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Oct. 16, Rockingham County High School, 180 High School Road, Reidsville. Photo ID required. Appointments: 634-3220. 

Meetings
TODAY

Rockingham County Weavers and Fiber Arts Guild, 2 p.m. Oct. 11, 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. Oct. 12, Rockingham Opportunity Center, 332 Camp Cherokee Road, Wentworth. 342-9879 or 269-4203.       

Mayodan Town Council, 7 p.m. Oct. 12, Mayodan Municipal Building, 210 W. Main St., Mayodan. 427-0241.   

TUESDAY

Rockingham Soil and Water Conservation Board of Supervisors, 10 a.m. Oct. 13, Rockingham County Agriculture Center, 525 N.C. 65, Reidsville. Johnsie Hayes, 342-0460, Ext. 3.    

Rockingham County Local Foods Coalition, 5:30 p.m Oct. 13, N.C. Cooperative Extension Office, Agricultural Building, 525 N.C. 65, Suite 200, Reidsville. Speaker Aaron Newton,  co-author of  “A Nation of Farmers,” will talk about challenges for industrial agriculture. Refreshments. Brenda Sutton, 342-8230 or brenda_sutton@ncsu.edu.

Reidsville City Council, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 13, Reidsville City Hall, 230 W. Morehead St., Reidsville. 349-1034.   

Writers’ Workshop of Rockingham County, 7 p.m. Oct. 13 and 27, RCC, Advanced Technologies Building, Room 103, N.C. 65, Wentworth. Aspiring and experienced writers. Free. Julie Campbell, 342-1806. 

THURSDAY

“Happy Feet” Brunch, 9:30 a.m. Oct. 15, The Wray Center, 432 Bridge St., Eden. Sponsored by the Christian Women’s Club of Eden. Dr. T. W. Price on keeping our feet healthy. Music by Jenny Hemrick of Danbury. Speaker: Audrey Payne of Cary will on how “Problems Produce Precious Memories.” Free child care with reservations by noon Oct. 12. $9. Shelby Baker, 939-2230, or Mary Robertson, 342-1524.

SATURDAY

Project Linus of Rockingham County, 9 a.m.-noon, Oct. 17, First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 1520 S. Scales St., Reidsville. Learn blanket-making skills, share ideas and help make blankets for children in crisis. Volunteers welcome. Supplies provided. Sandy Wyatt, 634-0785. 

Seniors
MONDAY

Matter of Balance Program, Oct. 12, Reidsville Senior Center, 201 N. Washington St. Reduces the fear of falling and improves activity levels among older adults. Free for 55 and older. Registration: 349-1088. 

WEDNESDAY

Revealing Rockingham County, Oct. 14, Garden of Eden Senior Center, 508 Orchard Drive, Eden. Explore the treasures of Rockingham County with visit to Tuttle’s Farm, a hay ride and a ride through a corn maze and pumpkin patch. Registration: 627-4711.

DuPont ERO Luncheon, 11 a.m. Oct. 14, The Sirloin House, 207 S. Van Buren Road, Eden. 623-8554.  

UPCOMING

N.C. State Fair, Raleigh, Oct. 21. Presented by Center for Active Retirement, RCC, N.C. 65, Wentworth. Join us for Senior Citizens Fun Fest in Dorton Arena. Free breakfast and entertainment. Exhibits, rides, games and food. Leave at 8 a.m., return at 6 p.m. Registration: 342-4261, Ext. 2163. 

Blue Ridge Folklife Festival, Oct. 24. Presented by Center for Active Retirement, RCC, N.C. 65, Wentworth. Folk artists and artisans celebrate the heritage of the Blue Ridge. $27; due Oct. 12. Leave at 8 a.m., return at 6 p.m. Registration: 342-4261, Ext. 2163. 

“The Service at Rocky Bluff,” Barn Dinner Theatre, Nov. 4. Presented by Center for Active Retirement, RCC, N.C. 65, Wentworth. Musical play about friendship and how we influence each other for good. Full of old time gospel music. Leave at noon, return at 6 p.m. $50; due Oct. 15. Registration: 342-4261, Ext. 2163. 

Winterfest in the Smokies, Pigeon Forge, Tenn., Nov. 17-19. Presented by Center for Active Retirement, RCC, N.C. 65, Wentworth. See Country Tonite’s Smoky Mountain Christmas Spectacular, the Grand Majestic Theatre’s Christmas performance and the Patty Waszak Show. Also, guided tour of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park and free time for shopping. $378 single, $339 double. $50 due at registration; balance due by Oct. 12. Registration: 342-4261, Ext. 2163. 

RCC
TUESDAY

“How to Promote Your Book Now,” Section #14431, 6 p.m. Oct. 13,  RCC, Bishopric Lifelong Learning Center, Room 206, N.C. 65, Wentworth. Presented by Small Business Center. Author L. Diane Wolf on the steps to a successful book. Free. Registration: 342-4261, Ext. 2316.

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

Salvation Army Christmas Applications, Eden, 9-11:30 a.m. and 1-3:30 p.m. Oct. 12-16 and 5-7 p.m. Oct. 14-15, The Salvation Army, 314 Morgan Road, Eden. Applications residents of Eden up to age 12. Bring proof of address, income or DSS proof of no income, photo ID, Social Security card/ITN and Social Security card for each household member. 627-4177. 

Salvation Army Christmas Applications, Reidsville, 9 a.m.-noon and 1-3 p.m. Oct. 12-16 and 5-7 p.m. Oct. 13 and 15, The Salvation Army, 704 Barnes St., Reidsville. Applications for Reidsville, Madison, Mayodan, Stoneville and Caswell County residents up to age 12. Bring proof of address, income or DSS proof of no income, photo ID, Social Security card/ITN and Social Security card for each household member. 349-4923. 

TUESDAY

Eden Chamber of Commerce Coffee, 8 a.m. Oct. 13, Enrich Cosmetic Center, 406 Thompson St., Eden. 623-3336.  

WEDNESDAY

Taking Care of You Series: Powerful Tools for Caregivers, Wednesdays, Oct. 14-Nov. 18, Avante at Reidsville, 543 Maple Ave., Reidsville. Presented by CareGivers of Rockingham County, AARP, RCC Center for Active Retirement and Avante. Six-week seminar gives nonprofessional family caregivers tools to take care of themselves. Free. Registration: 361-0971. www.caregiversofrockinghamcounty.org or www.avantegroup.com.  

THURSDAY

Western Rockingham Chamber of Commerce Coffee, 8 a.m. Oct. 15, Madison-Mayodan Recreation Center, 300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. Sponsored by United Way of Rockingham County. 548-6248. 

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Lunch and Learn, 10 a.m.-noon Oct. 15, Caregivers of Rockingham County, 116 N. Scales St., Reidsville. Discussion, information and networking with other grandparents. Lunch provided. Free. Registration: 361-0971. 

Men’s Church Basketball League Organizational Meeting, 7 p.m. Oct. 15, Eden City Hall, 308 E. Stadium Drive, Eden. Any church interested should attend. Terry Vernon, 623-7789, Ext. 3026, or TVernon@edennc.us.

FRIDAY

Hunter Safety Course, 6 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Oct. 16 and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 17, Madison-Mayodan Recreation Center, 300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. Sponsored by N.C. wildlife Commission. Participants must register for both dates. No minimum age but recommended for 10 and older. Registration: 548-2789. 

Guitar Lessons, Friday evenings, Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department, 300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. Thirty-minute lessons using Hal Leonard System. $40 per month. $12 required to purchase book and CD from instructor. Registration: 548-2789. 

SATURDAY

Guitar and Bass Guitar Lessons, 9 and 10 a.m. Saturdays, Crosswalk Cafe, Church of God of Prophecy, 13811 N.C. 87, Eden. For beginners and intermediates. Must have own guitar. Free. 623-4042.