2. Thursday
WBFJ Moms & Tots Playdate @ Funigans!
10am – 12pm
Funigan's Family Fun Center (Winston-Salem), 336.721.1560

Sportsman’s Banquet: 5 pm (Outdoor activities), 6:15 pm (Dinner and program), Cornerstone Church (1585 NC HWY 801 N, Mocksville), Free admission with ticket. Hunting dog demos, Clay shooting demos, Music, Food, Entertainment. Contact Jeff Allen at 998.3689 or Trip Brockwell at 477.4397.

4. Saturday
Dale Jett and Hello Stranger / The Sheets Family: 7 pm, Blue Ridge Music Center (Milepost 213 on the Blue Ridge Parkway, Galax, VA), $10. “Family music” is the theme of this program. A third-generation member of the legendary Carter Family, Dale Jett, , son of Janette Carter and the grandson of A.P. and Sara Carter, performs with his wife, Teresa, and Oscar Harris. The Sheets family from Vilas, NC, harmonizes on old-time songs in the way that only a family can. Contact Angela Schmoll at 276.236.5309 or angela@blueridgemusiccenter.org.

The Story of MAGIC Show: 11 am, The Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem. Prepare to be amazed with an exciting show featuring amazing tricks and magical tales. Call 723.9111 or visit www.childrensmuseumofws.org.

5. Sunday
High Country Praise Festival
4 – 8pm
Holmes Center @ Appalachian State University (Boone)
Musicial Guests: The Afters, Fireflight, 7-Miles & Offered Soul Guest Speakers: Kirk Cameron, Coach Jerry Moore & Blake Elder (ASU Wide Receiver). Tickets: $5.00 (per person) / 828.262.6603 / www.sonslightministries.com

7. Tuesday
Growing Grapes: 1:30 pm, Reynolda Manor Library, Free. Grapes are better picked from your own vines! Master Gardener Marcia Wood explains how to grow them. Contact Allison Carmola at 703.2962 or carmolab@forsythlibrary.org.

Foster Parent Open House: 5 – 6:30 pm, The Children’s Home (Wrenn Conference Room), Free. Learn about Traditional, Therapeutic, Respite, and Foster to Adopt Parenting! Visit us in person, pick up applications, and sign up for training! RSVP requested. Contact Linda Coleman at 721.7699 or Lcoleman@tchome.org.

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8. Wednesday
Forsyth Woman Girls’ Night Out
Dual location this month...Big Shotz Tavern and Full Moon Oyster Bar. See ad pg15 in the Sept issue of Forsyth Woman.

9. Thursday
Weatherization Makes $ense: A Workshop: 12:30 pm, Reynolda Manor Branch Library, Free. If you spend too much on your energy bills or want to make your home more comfortable and environmentally friendly, this workshop is for you! Join Piedmont Environmental Alliance and Forsyth County Library to learn more about home energy audits, basic weatherization projects, and landscaping for energy efficiency. Because LESS energy loss means MORE savings! Contact Lisa Northrop at 828.337.5909 or nortlj7@wfu.ed.

10. Friday
Youth Rally!!
6:15pm – 9:15pm
Ledford Middle School (Wallburg)
Guest Speaker: David Nasser For Kindergarten - 5th Grade 336.577.7473

10-12. Friday – Sunday
39th Annual Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show – Sale
Fri & Sat; 10am-7pm, Sun; Noon – 5pm
See ad on pg11 for one free admission coupon. Education Building/Dixie Classic Fairgrounds.

Blue Ridge Parkway 75th Anniversary Celebration: All day, Blue Ridge Music Center (Milepost 213 on the Blue Ridge Parkway, Galax, VA), Free. Three days of performances, workshops and other activities. Visit www.blueridgeparkway75.com for the latest information. Contact Angela Schmoll at 276.236.5309 or angela@blueridgemusiccenter.org.

11. Saturday
Etc. Consignment Shoppe 15th Annual Parking Lot Sale
8am-5pm (see ad on pg23)

Brookstown United Methodist Church: 9am – 2 pm, Brookstown United Methodist Church (6274 Yadkinville Road, Pfafftown). Come Join Us for Lots of Entertainment - Music, Kid's Tractor Pull, Horse Rides, Tractor/Car/Equipment Show, Shopping. Breakfast from 7 - 10:30 am and lunch from 11am – 1:30 pm. Contact Kay Lasley at 945.3029 or visit www.brookstown.org.

BOOKMARKS Book Festival: 10 am-5 pm, Downtown Winston-Salem, Free. BOOKMARKS brings together writers and readers of all ages as authors, illustrators, musical groups, storytellers, and chefs share their work and insights through readings, presentations, panel discussions, workshops, and book signings. Creative and interactive reading-related exhibitors included. www.bookmarksbookfestival.org

Grand Opening of the Winston-Salem Festival Dance Center: 9 am-12 pm, Stratford Towers, Free. Grand Opening is week of September 7th for Winston-Salem Festival Dance Center, the new home of the Winston-Salem Festival Ballet. Offering instruction in ballet, pointe, partnering, jazz, contemporary, hip-hop and tap. Now registering for Fall classes. Please come tour our facility and meet our faculty. Contact Rita Taylor at 724.9977 or email@winstonsalemfestivalballet.org.

14. Tuesday
Teacher Orientation Night: 4:30 – 6:30 pm, The Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem. Attention Teachers! Be our guest and learn about what’s going on at the Museum, hear our plans for field trips in the new school year and see our Storybook Discovery Trunks. WS/FC School Employees will receive 0.2 C.E.U. in reading for attending this event. Call 723.9111 or visit www.childrensmuseumofws.org.

Growing Herbs: 1:30 pm, Reynolda Manor Library, Free. Join us as Master Gardener Pat Jacques teaches us about growing and harvesting herbs. Contact Allison Carmola at 703.2962 or carmolab@forsythlibrary.org.

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15. Wednesday
Forsyth Family “Mom’s Morning Out” (Dads are Welcome Too!)
9am - noon
Drop your kids at preschool, school or with a sitter and make this a part of your monthly routine!
Special brunch menu in addition to their regular lunch offering and lots of DOOR PRIZES!
Cimarron Steakhouse; 3260 S. Stratford Road, Clemmons, NC. 712.4689

Chris Sligh / Chris August Concert
12pm – 1pm
Belk Court @ Hanes Mall (Winston-Salem)
It's Free!! / 336.721.1560

17. Friday
Alphabet Storytime and Parade: 11 am, The Children’s Museum of Winston-Salem. An animal-themed story followed by a festive parade to our Animal Alphabet exhibit. Call 723.9111 or visit www.childrensmuseumofws.org.

18. Saturday
Flap Jack Fundraiser: 7:30-10 am, Applebee’s (Clemmons), $7 for adults, $4 for children under 6. Hosted by Parker’s Pals with profits going to provide therapy and support for a local child with autism. Ticket prices include flapjacks, sausage, and drinks. Contact Ruth Creasy at 998-9487, Peggy Sisk at 764-5328, or Kelly Creasy at 774-11704. More info at www.autismnc.org.

Rock the Block: 11 am – 11 pm, Downtown Winston-Salem. Join the biggest end-of-summer street party in Winston-Salem. Activities for the whole family include a children’s area (all the play you can stand for $1), a free craft show with 30+ local and regional artisans, cooking and fitness demonstrations, beach music concert ($10), and free music on the Chris Paul Community Stage. More info can be found on www.rocktheblockws.com.

Brookstown United Methodist Church & Euliss Consulting Group presents Beth Moore Live Simulcast 10:30am-5:00pm
To be held at Reagan High School Auditorium 3750 Transou Road Pfafftown 27040. Come be inspired by bible study teacher Beth Moore along with worship leader Travis Cottrell. Purchase your tickets online at www.brookstown.org or come by our church office. Tickets are 25.00 which includes coffee, water, & lunch. Order now - limited number of seats available! 6274 Yadkinville Road • Pfafftown, 27040 • 945-3029


19. Sunday
North Carolina Angels Race: 8 am, Tanglewood Park. Proceeds go to Education Programs in Forsyth County and Youth Programs at the West Forsyth YMCA. To register to race or volunteer, contact www.angelsrace.com or contact Suzanne Raine at suzanne.raine@gmail.com.

22. Wednesday
Organic Gardening: 1:30 pm, Reynolda Manor Library, Free. Join us as Forsyth Cooperative Extension Agent Craig Mauney teaches us to garden organically. Contact Allison Carmola at 703.2962 or carmolab@forsythlibrary.org.

24. Friday
Southwest Elementary School Fall Festival: 5 – 8:30 pm, Southwest Elementary School, $10 pre-order, $15 at the door. Step right up, you won't believe it's true. Southwest Elementary is inviting you to join us for our 3rd Annual Fall Festival,"Cirque de Southwest." Featured events include: carnival games, pony rides, bounce houses, hay rides, entertainment, face painting, food and more. Come one, come all, you'll have a ball. Contact Lori at 499.6524 or villastimm@gmail.com.

The Stogner Scholarship for Autism is hosting its 4th Annual Golf Tournament at Pudding Ridge Golf Course for Children with Autism. 100% of the fundraising efforts goes to local children affected by the disability.  Call Wendi at 336-608-9418 or wendi@scholarshipsforautism.org for more info. Friday & Saturday

Glenn View's fall consignment sale Glenn View Baptist Preschool 2010 fall/winter Consignment sale. 9/24 9a-29 and 4p-7p
9/25 (1/2 price sale) 9a-12p. Consignor registration begins 8/23. Email name/address/phone to Marilyn Wilson at consignmentsale@glennview.org  or call 788-2569. Consignors receive 60% of sales price. Volunteer opportunities available. 4275 Glenn High Rd Winston Salem, NC 27107 336-788-2569 www.glennviewbaptistchurch.org

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25. Saturday
GO EXPO (see ad pg15)
9am-4pm
Learn how to go green! FREE Event
Benton Convention Center/Downtown WS; www.goexpows.com

Tour to Tanglewood (see story pg24)

Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Light The Night Walk: 5 pm, Salem College. Annual fundraising campaign for LLS. Light The Night is Winston Salem's night to pay tribute and bring hope to blood cancer patients and their families. Contact Kristi McCord at kristi.mccord@lls.org or www.lightthenight.org/nc.

Fall Festival: 11 am – 4 pm, Behind the Forsyth Medical Center at the Hawthorne Surgical Center, Free. Come enjoy this atmosphere of family fun. Kids activities, some at a cost, include bouncy house, dunking booth and more! Taste the fun fair food and see the work of local crafters. Proceeds benefit the United Way of Forsyth County. Contact Heather Freeman at 718-9188 or hcfreeman@novanthealth.org.

Christian Music Day
10:00am – 5:30pm
Carowinds (Charlotte)
Musical Guests: Casting Crowns, Kutless, Brandon Heath, Fireflight & Anthem Lights / Tickets: $38.99 to $50.99 Charge tickets by phone: (800) 745.3000 / www.ticketmaster.com Ticket price includes concerts and park admission

The Stogner Scholarship for Autism is hosting its 4th Annual Golf Tournament at Pudding Ridge Golf Course for Children with Autism. 100% of the fundraising efforts goes to local children affected by the disability.  Call Wendi at 336-608-9418 or wendi@scholarshipsforautism.org for more info. Friday & Saturday

Glenn View's fall consignment sale Glenn View Baptist Preschool 2010 fall/winter Consignment sale. 9/24 9a-29 and 4p-7p
9/25 (1/2 price sale) 9a-12p. Consignor registration begins 8/23. Email name/address/phone to Marilyn Wilson at consignmentsale@glennview.org  or call 788-2569. Consignors receive 60% of sales price. Volunteer opportunities available. 4275 Glenn High Rd Winston Salem, NC 27107 336-788-2569 www.glennviewbaptistchurch.org

27. Monday
The Art of Organ Building Class: 7 – 9 pm, Old Salem Museum and Gardens (Gray Auditorium), $50 or $45 for Friends of Old Salem. Have you ever wondered how a pipe organ produces its glorious sound? Participants will have an opportunity to view inside David Tannenberg’s marvelous pipe organ built for Salem’s Home Church in 1800, discovering the craft of pipe organ construction with hands-on activities, and will learn about the organ building techniques used by America’s finest 18th century pipe organ builder David Tannenberg. Pre-registration required, please call 721-7350.

28. Tuesday
Salem Pregnancy Care Center's 25th Anniversary Banquet Celebration: 6 pm, Benton Convention Center. Come join as we celebrate the Past and Prepare for the Future! Visit www.salempregnancy.org for more details. Contact Jennifer Fogle at 760.3680.

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OCTOBER AND BEYOND!

October 8th
Prayers in a Bowl Project
6-8pm
The Millenium Center..see ad on pg 1 for details

October 9th
10th Annual Buddy Walk (see pg71)
8:30am – noon

Wednesday, Thursday, Saturdays
Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga Classes: Pregnancy Yoga on Wed at 6:30pm & Sat at 9:30am; Extra Gentle Yoga on Wed at 9:30am; Postnatal Yoga on Wed from 5:40pm-6:25pm; Mommy/Baby Yoga on Thurs at 9:30am, Sara Lee Center for Women’s Health at Forsyth Medical Center (Community Room 2, 1st Floor), $12 per class. 1 month pass: $40/4 classes; 3 month pass: $105/12 classes; $204/ 24 classes. Contact Angela Gallagher at 414-5942 or angrubgal@yahoo.com.

Tuesdays
MOM’S MORNING OUT / LADIES RIDING GROUP: 11-11:50am, Cash Lovell Stables (2210 Darwick Road), $30 per lesson. For Ladies of all ages and abilities interested in learning how to ride horses! For your convenience, childcare is available at KIDSPOT for a small additional fee. KIDSPOT is a drop-in hourly childcare center located near “ToysRUs” on Silas Creek Parkway. It is about 10 minutes from Cash Lovell Stables. Please contact them directly at 760-2585 or log on to www.kidspot4fun.com for more information. Please be sure to mention you’re a part of the Cash Lovell Mom’s Riding Group to receive free registration. Register at 784-6385 or parker@cashlovellstables.com .

2nd and 4th Thursdays
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers): 9:30 – 11:30 am, Poplar Springs Church of Christ (7120 NC Hwy 66 S., King). MOPS is designed to nuture EVERY mother with children from pregnancy through kindergarten. Members come from all walks of life, but share one desire - to be great moms! Please join us twice a month for food, crafts, fun, and fellowship while your children are loved and cared for in our MOPPETS program! Contact Naomi Black at 480.7339 or email njb21@hotmail.com.

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