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TODAY

■ Carolina ’ShineFest, noon-5 p.m. Nov. 22, downtown Madison. A celebration of the legacy of moonshine in the Carolinas and its impact on the cultural fabric. Tours of working distillery, foot-tapping music, barbecue, art and crafts from artisans, celebrity appearances and more. Rain or shine. Free admission and parking. Proceeds benefit the Southern Culture Society.
www.carolinashinefest.com. 

TUESDAY

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

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

THURSDAY

■ Community Thanksgiving Day Service and Lunch, Nov. 26, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 315 Lindsey St., Reidsville. Worship
10:30 a.m. Lunch served from
11 a.m.-1 p.m. Meals delivered to shut-ins. Open to everyone. Supported by the community and local businesses 349-3511. 

FRIDAY

■ Chinqua Penn Plantation Holiday and Candlelight Tours, Nov. 27-Jan. 3, 2138 Wentworth St., Reidsville. Tours will be 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 10 a.m.-9  p.m. Saturday; and 1-5 p.m. Sunday. Closed Christmas Day. Candlelight tours with live music  5-9 p.m. Saturdays.  $25 Adults, $15 seniors, military and students, $10 youth ages 6-16. $50 family pack tickets available online at www.chinquapenn.com. 349-4576. 

■ 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. Friends of the Western Rockingham County Public Libraries members receive 50 percent off through Dec. 19. Memberships available at bookstore. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas weekend. 427-4229.

■ Leaksville Night Time Christmas Parade, 6 p.m. Nov. 27, Washington Street to King’s Highway, Eden. Presented by Olde Leaksville Merchants. 627-1332. 

SATURDAY

■ Community Meal, noon Nov. 28, Mayodan United Methodist Church, 501 W. Main St., Mayodan. Serving beef stew. Everyone is welcome. Free. 548-9508.  

■ Hoppers Homecoming, 6 p.m. Nov. 28, Osborne Baptist Church, 326 E. Stadium Drive, Eden. Sponsored by the Hopper Heritage Foundation. An evening of gospel music. The original Hopper Brothers & Connie will reunite for the evening. Gold advantage seating $20. General admission $10. 548-2968 or e-mail info@thehoppers.com. 

UPCOMING

■ Draper Village Christmas Tree Lighting, 6 p.m. Dec. 1, Draper Children’s Park,  Stadium Drive and Fieldcrest Road, Eden. Presented by Draper Village Merchants.  Free. 635-4940. 

■ Rent-a-Santa Program begins Dec. 1. Presented by Eden Parks & Recreation Department, 308 E. Stadium Drive, Eden. Let Santa visit your home, church or special party. $25 for visit inside city limits or $35 outside city limits.  623-2110. 

■ Books are Fun Sale, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 3 and 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 4, Morehead Memorial Hospital, downstairs classroom, 117 E. Kings Highway, Eden. Sponsored by Morehead Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. Choose from a wide variety of books at discounted prices . Open to the public. 627-9711.

■ Night of Miracles Live Drive-Through Nativity, 7-9 p.m. Dec. 4-5, Draper Christian Church, 1116 Fieldcrest Road, Eden. Free.
635-8932. 

■ Christmas Bazaar, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 5, Shiloh Community Center, 3325 Settle Bridge Road, Stoneville. Sponsored by Amazing Grace Baptist Church Youth Group. Handmade jewelry, fruitcake, candles, bake sale, sourdough Amish friendship breads, gifts and decorations.
573-2909.    

■ Madison Christmas Stroll, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 5,  Murphy and Decatur Streets, Madison. Presented by Western Rockingham Chamber of Commerce and supporting downtown merchants. 548-6248 or visit www.mywrcc.com.  

■ Dan River Basin Association First Saturday Outing, Dec. 5. Hike on the Fieldale Trail beside Smith River in Fieldale, Va., or Sprig Outing on Upper Little River near Lillington to collect holiday greenery. Hike meets 10 a.m. at Fieldale Park near old Fieldale Iron Bridge . Details on Sprig Outing visit www.danriver.org. Easy walk. Paula Wyatt, (276) 647-3274 or pwyatt1@embarqmail.com.       

■ Draper Children’s Christmas Parade, 11 a.m. Dec. 5, Meadow Road to Stadium Drive, Eden. Floats, marching bands, church groups, clowns, antique cars and Santa Claus. Draper Volunteer Fire Department, 635-2233 or e-mail draperparade@yahoo.com.  

■ Holiday Gala, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 5, Pennrose Park Country Club, 1622 County Club Drive, Reidsville. Presented by Annie Penn Hospital Foundation. Join us for our annual holiday gala with heavy hors
d’oeuvres and dancing to the Scott Adair Band. Proceeds benefit Annie Penn Cancer Center. $50. 951-4595. 

■ Mayodan Old-Fashioned Christmas Tree Lighting and Caroling, 6 p.m. Dec. 6, Main Street and Second Avenue. Presented by Mayodan Preservation League.   548-2241.  

ONGOING

■ Holiday Canned Food Drive, Eden Chamber of Commerce, 678 S. Van Buren Road, Eden. Canned or non-perishable food donations accepted through Dec. 11. Also accepting monetary donations . 623-3336. 

■ Tree of Hope Lights on sale. Purchase lights in memory of a loved one or friend. The name of those honored will be written on windows in hospital lobby. L ights $5; twinkling light, $25 . Lighting ceremony will take place 4 p.m. Dec. 6, Annie Penn Hospital, 618 S. Main St., Reidsville. Sponsored by Annie Penn Hospital Auxiliary. Proceeds benefit the hospital. Forms available at hospital, area businesses and churches. Free. 951-4595.  

■ 2009 Tree of Life Project begins Nov. 1, Morehead Hospital, Day Hospital Lobby, 117 E. Kings Highway, Eden. Presented by Morehead Hospital Auxiliary.  Minimum donation $5 per lovelight and $100 per starlight. Tree lighting ceremony and reception 5:30 p.m. Dec. 8. Donations are tax deductible. Proceeds benefit Morehead Memorial Hospital.  627-8510. 

Health
MONDAY

■ Grief Support Workshop, 7 p.m. Nov. 23, Mayodan United Methodist Church, 501 W. Main St.  For those who have experienced the loss of a loved one. 548-9508.  

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. Rev. Rebecca Taylor, 342-5800, or Nori Torbert, 951-2287.  

■ Blood Drive, 2-6:30 p.m. Nov. 24, Osborne Baptist Church, 326 E. Stadium Drive, Eden. Photo ID required. 623-6064 or 349-3434.    

UPCOMING

■ Blood Drive, 2-6:30 p.m. Nov. 30, Liberty Wesleyan Church, 5303 U.S. 158 West, Summerfield. Photo ID required. 643-4824 or 349-3434.    

■ Blood Drive, 3-7:30 p.m. Nov. 30, Ayersville Baptist Church, 310 N.C. 770, Ayersville. Photo ID required. 548-2025 or 349-3434.    

■ Blood Drive, 3-7:30 p.m. Nov. 30, Madison United Methodist Church, 110 W. Academy St., Madison. Photo ID required. 548-6658 or 349-3434.    

■ Special Young Adults, 7 p.m. Dec. 1 and 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 participate in social activities. Brenda Moore, 623-1077 or 613-5174 after 6 p.m.   

■ Look Good, Feel Better, 10 a.m. Dec. 2, Annie Penn Hospital, 618 S. Main St., Reidsville. Female cancer patients invited to a free beauty makeover with a free makeup kit. Registration, 951-4584. 

Meetings
UPCOMING

■ Rockingham and Caswell Counties Green Industry Meeting, 9 a.m. Dec. 1, Rockingham County Agricultural Center, 525 N.C. 65, Reidsville.  N.C.  pesticide recertification credits. $10. Registration: Kathryn Holes, 342-8230. 

■ Stoneville Town Council, 7 p.m. Dec. 1, Stoneville Town Hall, 101 Smith St., Stoneville. 573-9393.  

■ Rockingham County Republican Party Breakfast, 8 a.m. Dec. 5, Dan River Coffee House, 108 W. Murphy St., Madison. www.rockgop.com.  

■ Rockingham County Naturalist Club Dinner, 5 p.m. Dec. 5, Calvary Baptist Church, 7860 N.C. 87 North, Reidsville. Talk by Dr. Alton C. Dooley Jr., assistant curator of paleontology at Virginia Museum of Natural History. Bring covered dish. Next year’s club officers to be elected. Milton Hundley 623-8681 or Martin Wall, martin@martinwall photography.com.   

Seniors
UPCOMING

■ Senior Dance, 7 p.m. Nov. 30, CB Hut, Boone Road, Eden. Hosted by Eden Parks & Recreation Department. Music by The City Limits Band. Concessions. $5 per person. No dance in December. No alcoholic beverages or smoking allowed. 627-4711. 

■ Tanglewood Lights, Dec. 1. Presented by Garden of Eden Senior Center, 508 Orchard Drive, Eden. Chartered bus to see lights and eat at K&W Cafeteria at your own expense. $23. Register by Nov. 24. 627-4711. 

■ American Music Jubilee Christmas Show, Selma, N.C., Dec. 8. Presented by Center for Active Retirement, RCC, N.C. 65, Wentworth. $56 for show and transportation. Payment due Nov. 20. 342-4261, Ext. 2163.  

■ Southern Supreme Fruitcake Factory, Bear, N.C., Dec. 10. Presented by Center for Active Retirement, RCC, N.C. 65, Wentworth. Leave 9 a.m. Expected return 5 p.m. Lunch at your expense. $22 for transportation. Payment due by Dec. 1. Registration: 342-4261, Ext. 2163.  

RCC
TUESDAY

■ Nursing Program Information Sessions, 10 a.m. Nov. 24, Jan. 19 and Jan. 26 and 6 p.m. Dec. 7 and Jan. 25, RCC, Whitcomb Student Center upper lounge, N.C. 65, Wentworth. For those interested in a career in nursing. Attending one session is mandatory for anyone seeking acceptance for the fall 2010 semester. Not designed for those seeking entry into the LPN “bridging” program, those formerly enrolled in an RCC nursing program, or those currently enrolled in programs in other schools. 342-4261, Ext. 2333. 

UPCOMING

■ FAFSA Workshops, 1-3  p.m. Dec. 10, RCC, Advanced Technologies Building, Room 104, N.C. 65, Wentworth. Individuals from the financial office will help with applications. Call office for list of needed documents. Registration: 342-4261, Ext. 2000 or 2203. 

Etc.
TODAY

■ Girl Time: Time for Inspiration, Motivation, and Encouragement, 4 p.m. Nov. 22, Cafe 99, 128 S. Scales St., Reidsville. Presented by the 4-H Impact Club. For girls ages 13-17. Dinner included. Participants are asked to wear workout attire and tennis shoes. Free. RSVP to Mary Bratcher 349-2492.   

SATURDAY

■ Jordan Cabin Apple Tree Sale. The Madison Historic Property Committee has 10 grafted scions of the old Jordan Cabin Apple Tree to sell for a donation of $35 a piece. Proceeds will benefit the Jordan Cabin Restoration Fund. Trees will be available for pick up after Nov. 28,  427-4287. 

UPCOMING

■ Reidsville Chamber of Commerce Coffee, 8 a.m. Dec. 3, Pelham Transportation, 114 W. Morehead St., Reidsville. Bring canned goods and nonperishable items for Reidsville Outreach Center. 349-8481. 

■ Treasures Adoption/Foster Care Awareness Support Group, 6:30 p.m. Dec. 4, Osborne Baptist Church, cafe/children’s clubhouse play area, 326 E. Stadium Drive, Eden. Considering adoption? Have you adopted or are you a foster parent? Spend time with families that  have similar concerns and experiences. Group meets first Friday monthly. Children welcome. 623-6064. 

■ Bow Making Class, 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Dec. 5, Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department, 300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. $7 for 65 and older; $10 for 64 and younger. Includes material and instructions to make two bows. Space limited to 12. Registration: 548-2789.  

■ Holiday Card Making Class, 10 a.m. Dec. 5, Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department, 300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. $5. Includes material to make 3 cards. Space limited to 12. Registration:
548-2789.  

■ Corn Hole Tournament, 2 p.m. Dec. 5, Mill Avenue Recreation Center, Eden. Presented by Eden Parks & Recreation Department. Entry fee $20 per team.   Jeff “Moe” Moore, 589-5337. 

ONGOING

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

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

■ Zumbatomic  Kids Exercise Program, 9 a.m. Saturdays, Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department, 300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. For ages 3-12. $3 class. Maximum 15 kids. Registration: 548-2789. 

■ Zumba Exercise Class, Mondays -Saturdays, Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department, 300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. $3 class or monthly packages. Registration: 548-2789 or 548-9572.   

■ Basketball Registration through Nov. 27, Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department, 300 S. Second Ave., Mayodan. Pee Wee Coed ages 5-6 through Seniors ages 15-19. Players must be at least 5 years old and no older than 20 by Sept. 15  and must be enrolled in school. $15 Madison-Mayodan residents or $20 nonresidents. $35 user fee card for individual or $50 for family. Game shirts $12. Volunteers needed as coaches and assistant coaches. 548-2789 or 548-9572.