things to do: Hill Ridge Farms - Great Place To Spend A Fall Afternoon! - 10/31/08 09:06 AM
My son was fortunate enough last weekend to have been invited to a birthday party at Hill Ridge Farms. The weather was spectacular and there was so much to do!
Just a few of the treats that await you at Hill Ridge Farms are:
Pony Rides
Panning for Gems
Hay
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things to do: Wake Forest, NC Calendar of Events - October 27 - November 2, 2008 - 10/26/08 08:12 AM
Wow, last week was amazing in Wake Forest, NC! There was plenty to do, tons of people out enjoying the weather and taking advantage of ALL of the fun things to do. This week is just as exciting with a little for each to enjoy! Check it out -
From the Town
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things to do: Wake Forest, NC Calendar of Events - Oct 20 - 26 - 10/19/08 08:04 AM
Great events are everywhere this week in Wake Forest, NC! There are ton's of things to do with the kids and don't miss the very first Oktoberfest - it will be a true treat! All week is full of fun, history, food and excitment - hope to see you out and
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things to do: Wake Forest, NC Calendar of Events - Sept 15 - 21 - 09/14/08 07:20 AM
How exciting! This week has many events and activities for ALL ages and one of my favorites? The Chili Cook-Off - Don't miss it! Also, the highly successful Artist Studio tour continues this upcoming weekend!
Take a peek at all Wake Forest has to offer this week and make some plans
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things to do: Wake Forest NC - One Day Workshops Offered in September - 08/18/08 05:37 PM
Wake Forest NC has some OUTSTANDING programs available for both Youths and Adults whether it be athletics, recreational or educational. In addition to those programs there are some much anticipated One Day Workshops available in September.
Jewelry Creations Workshop(ages 8-13) This workshop will teach how to create many different accessories from
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things to do: Wake Forest, NC Calendar of Events - July 14 - 20, 2008 - 07/13/08 06:56 AM
What a great week it was in Wake Forest, NC last week! We had outdoor concerts, Art After Hours, the downtown Farmers Market and so much more!
This week the calendar is much quieter and I am not sure why! There is much more this week in Wake Forest that hasn't
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things to do: Wake Forest, NC Community Calendar - May 12 - 18, 2008 - 05/12/08 06:41 AM
I hope that you all had a wonderful weekend celebrating Mother's Day and getting out to explore Wake Forest - there was certainly many things last week to keep you busy!
This week looks just as promising so take a peek to see what's in store...
From the Town of Wake
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things to do: Wake Forest NC Community Calendar April 28 - May 4, 2008 - 04/27/08 06:14 AM
Yes, it must be Spring which means time for Spring Cleaning! This past weekend there were two HUGE community yard sales and this upcoming weekend is not exception.....check out the calendar for the community yards sales THIS coming weekend.....
From the Town of Wake Forest website:
Co-Rec Church Softball League Registration BeginsMonday,
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things to do: Great Week of Events in Wake Forest NC - April 21 - 27, 2008 - 04/21/08 05:54 AM
Well, the Herbfest continues on this week with a great line-up of entertainment and activites - be sure to check it out! In addition to the HerbFest Wake Forest has some great events this week....
From the Town of Wake Forest website:
Drive Less. Save More. - Take the SmartCommute ChallengeApril
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things to do: Ton's of Events in Wake Forest, NC April 14-20-2008 - 04/13/08 03:33 PM
Wow - you can certainly tell that SPRING has finally arrived in Wake Forest, NC! The event calendar is loaded ith outdoor events, concerts and classes! Most of the activity is tied to the annual HerbFest. If you missed what that was about be sure to check out - Annual Herb
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things to do: North Carolina Renaissance Faire - Last Weekend - April 12 -13, 2008 - 04/11/08 04:05 PM
LAST WEEKEND!
Step Back in Time and History! This full scale, interactive theater experience is like no other.Meet Queen Elizabeth I and her Royal Court, Enjoy Full Contact Jousting, Swordfighting, Renaissance and Medieval Arts and Crafts, Games, Food.7 Stages of Entertainment Featuring Music, Dance, Magic, Comedy, Acrobatics, Puppetry and more.
Tickets
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things to do: Wake Forest Community Calendar April 7 - 13, 2008 - 04/07/08 05:50 AM
Don't forget to visit the Wake Forest Farmer's Market this Saturday! They have started their Spring/Summer schedule and are now open EVERY Saturday......
From the Town of Wake Forest website.....
Small Business Administration OverviewWednesday, April 9; 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce, 350 South White StreetIvan Hankins, Senior Area Manager of the
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things to do: Focus On The Library! Wake Forest Community Calendar - March 31 - April 6, 2008 - 03/30/08 08:02 AM
Wake Forest is gearing up for full-fledged Spring! While it may seem a little quiet this week don't let that fool you! Big things are coming your way! Be sure to donate all this month to the Wake Forest Library - they are preparing for their annual book sale that is
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things to do: The Town of Wake Forest Community Calendar - March 24 - 30, 2008 - 03/23/08 07:39 AM
As the month of March winds down, the eggs have all been hunted and the daffodils have bloomed The Town Of Wake Forest offers up a few more exciting events for the last week of March. Check them out!
2008 Friends of Scouting Annual Breakfast featuring Keynote speaker Peter Kunisch, Meteorologist
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things to do: Art After Hours - Great Food, Shopping, Music and ART! March 14th - 03/09/08 10:12 AM
Historic Downtown Wake Forest comes alive the second Friday of Every Month for Art After Hours! Retail stores will be open until 9pm - with such a great selection of shops it may be difficult to visit them all. For some great suggestions please visit Come Explore My Wake Forest! An
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things to do: Things are A Hoppin' In Wake Forest this week! Community Events March 10 - 16, 2008 - 03/09/08 09:18 AM
This week in Wake Forest is brimming with activities! Spring is almost here, Easter is right around the corner and the level of outdoor fun is ramping up!
Just a few of the activites scheduled for this week are:
Wake Forest Kid's Carnival - If you missed my post on this
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things to do: St. Patrick's Day Parade - Raleigh NC, March 15th - 03/05/08 10:36 PM
FESTIVAL AND PARADE!!!! Come Rain or Shine! Noon - March 15th
The Raleigh St. Patrick's Day Parade is the 2nd largest in the South!!! The parade is scheduled for March 15th (Saturday) at Noon. The parade has over 3500 marchers, pipe and drum bands, dancers, floats, military units,
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things to do: Town of Wake Forest Community Calendar Mar 3 - 9, 2008 - 03/02/08 07:21 AM
The Town of Wake Forest has an extremely comprehensive website with THE most up to date community calendar around. Weekly, I publish the event for the upcoming week. I have tried 5 times unsuccesfully this morning to make that regular post and I simply can not.
There are many exciting events coming
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things to do: Town of Wake Forest Community Calendar Feb 25 - Mar 2, 2008 - 02/25/08 10:02 AM
From The Town of Wake Forest website:
Lunch and Learn - "Community Express Loan Program"Wednesday, February 27; 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce, 350 South White Street, Wake Forest, NCJoin The Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce for a ‘Lunch & Learn' as we host the Small Business
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things to do: Attention all All Stargazers……Have Telescope, Will Watch…… - 02/23/08 10:06 AM
My family owns a Meade ETX 60. It may not be the most high-powered telescope nor the telescope of choice for the major star-watching enthusiasts but it suits us just fine for NOW. You see, growing up all I ever dreamed of was being was an astronaut. To this day, should
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things to do: NC Museum of Natural Sciences: DINOSAURS, Special Exhibit.....ends March 2, 2008 - 02/23/08 09:33 AM
The NC Museum of Natural Sciences has hosted the DINOSAUR exhibit since October, 2007. I have been and it is an incredible exhibit!! There is not much time left before this special exhibit moves on to another city - don't miss your chance to see it - exhibit ends March 2,
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things to do: Town of Wake Forest Community Calendar Feb 18 - 24, 2008 - 02/17/08 06:29 AM
From The Town of Wake Forest website:
Friends of the Library Speaker Series featuring Janet SteddumThursday, February 21; 6:30 p.m.Northern Wake Regional Center - adjacent to the Wake Forest LibraryAs part of the Friends of the Library speaker series, Janet Steddum, author of "The Battle for Falls Lake", will speak on
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things to do: And You Thought You Had To Go To New Orleans for Mardi Gras...... - 02/12/08 06:06 PM
Mardi Gras - Meet Wake Forest, NC!!!!
The third annual Mardi Gras Masquerade will be held Saturday, February 23rd. This black and white formal has been wildly successful in the past and the momentum has just propelled it to the next level!
This year's entertainment will be the Emily Rich Band
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things to do: Who Doesn't Love a Good Mystery? La Foresta in Wake Forest - Murder Mystery and Dinner - 02/11/08 04:01 PM
These events are outrageously fun! Murder Mystery/Dinner Theatre!
La Foresta, for those of you that read my blog, is one of my all-time favorite Italian restaurants in the area. Food is fantastic and the service is just as good! Well, they have decided to deliver not only the food but
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things to do: Parents Night Out - February 15th at The Factory! - 02/11/08 03:52 PM
What a great idea! On Saturday, February 15th, parents can drop their kids off at the Ice House at The Factory from 6pm - 10pm. Then, the parents can have date night - you remember those, right?????
There will be games, pizza and ice skating for the kids and it is
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things to do: Town of Wake Forest Community Calendar Feb 11 -17, 2008 - 02/11/08 03:41 PM
From the Town of Wake Forest website:
North Carolina Notary Class - CLASS IS FULL - additional registrations are no longer acceptedWednesday, February 13; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.Wake Forest Area Chamber of CommerceIf you are interested in becoming a North Carolina Notary, visit the Chamber offices for class on Wednesday, February 13.
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things to do: Town of Wake Forest Community Calendar Feb 4 - 10, 2008 - 02/03/08 07:45 AM
From The Town of Wake Forest website:
SEBTS presents "Faithful Men"Friday, February 8; 7:00 p.m. Binkley ChapelOne of six musical ensemble options offered by SEBTS' Music Program, Faithful Men is an auditioned group whose members are taken from the ranks of Male Chorale. The group has been in existence since
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things to do: Annual Winter Open House - Blue Jay Point Park - 01/31/08 06:58 PM
Blue Jay Point Park offers many programs throughout the year to educate the young and young at heart about the environment, conservation and our symbiotic relationship with nature. All of the programs I have attended were engaging, hands-on, enlightening and TRUE family fun!
This Saturday, February 2nd, from 2pm - 4pm,
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things to do: The Cotton Company - Another Wake Forest Legacy in the Making!! Sweetheart's Night! February 8th, 2008 - 01/31/08 06:09 PM
The Cotton Company - what a fantastic concept that has succeeded in putting down firm roots in Historic Downtown Wake Forest.
In 2000, the W.W. Holding Cotton Exchange Warehouse was purchased with a vision for transformation. The building was renovated in phases and the end result is truly a testament
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things to do: Where Will You Be Super Bowl Sunday? Here are some great suggestions! - 01/29/08 05:47 PM
Where will you be Feb. 3, 2008? Watching the Super Bowl XLII, of course.
Here are some great suggestions for viewing the Super Bowl while getting some great munchies and downing some of your favorite beverages! First up......Carolina Ale House. Great location with more tv's than you can count. Don't worry
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things to do: Dance Baby Dance at The Factory - 01/29/08 04:57 PM
Hopefully by now you have seen some of the wonderful things that The Factory offers! From an indoor ice skating rink, to restaurants and specialty shops there is a little something for everyone.
This weekend is NO EXCEPTION! Saturday, February 2, The Factory will host Dance Baby Dance. Dance Baby Dance
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things to do: Town of Wake Forest Community Calendar Jan 28 - Feb 3, 2008 - 01/27/08 08:15 AM
From the Town of Wake Forest website:
4th of July Committee MeetingWednesday, January 30; 6:30 p.m.Wake Forest Town HallNew members are sought for the Wake Forest 4th of July Committee. For more information, contact Rhonda Alderman at (919) 556-4436 or fireworklady@aol.com.
Wake Forest Singers' rehearsal beginsThursday, January 31; 7:00 - 8:30
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things to do: The Factory - Sports Complex, Great Restaurants and Specialty Shops all in one..... - 01/25/08 03:18 PM
The Factory is located on Main Street in Wake Forest and truely offers a little bit of everything for everybody.
This old factory was meticulously cared for and revamped to provide a place for shopping, dining and sports activites. Little by little the spaces have been filling up and
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things to do: Town of Wake Forest Community Calendar Jan 21 - 27, 2008 - 01/20/08 07:55 AM
From the Town of Wake Forest website: Creative Explorations for the Heart and MindBegins Wednesday, January 23; 6:45 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.Morning Glory Center for Creative Healing, 523 Wait Avenue, Wake ForestThis is a nine-week course of drawing and painting centered around a creative theme. Come investigate visual media and play! Held
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things to do: Jumpin' Beans - An indoor playground and coffee shop! - 01/15/08 08:10 AM
Is the weather outside not cooperating? A little too cold? Rainy? Kids bouncing off the walls! Jumpin' Beans is the PERFECT place to go! You can find TWO 40' x 25' inflatable, indoor playgrounds that have slides, see-saws, and much more. It is only $7.00 per child for an unlimited amount
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things to do: Wake Forest and Skydiving? Yep, like chips and salsa, peanut butter and jelly....... - 01/13/08 01:06 PM
So, you are the adventurous type? Boy, do we have something for you! Ever been skydiving? We have one of the best facilities in the country just minutes away. As their slogan says, "Come experience life at 14,000 feet!"
Carolina Sky Sports operates out of the Franklin County Airport which has
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things to do: Town of Wake Forest Community Calendar Jan 14 - 20, 2008 - 01/13/08 12:45 PM
From The Town of Wake Forest website: The Marketing Lab: Capitalizing on Word of MouthTuesday, January 15; 8:30 a.m.Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce, 350 S. White StreetJoe O'Keefe of JPO Music and Marketing Band will present a hands-on workshop about Word of Mouth Marketing. Concepts to be covered include: Developing positive word-of-mouth marketing from the top
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things to do: Wake Forest Arbor Day Poster Contest! Deadline January 18, 2008!! - 01/08/08 07:08 AM
Attn all kids in Grades K-5!!!!
Once again this year Wake Forest will have their Arbor Day Poster Contest. The theme for this years contest is "Trees are Terrific...inside and out!". The contest is sponsored by the Wake Forest Urban Forestry Advisory Board and members of the Board will judge the posters.
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things to do: Town of Wake Forest Community Calendar Jan 7 - 13, 2008 - 01/06/08 07:33 AM
From the Town of Wake Forest website: Art After HoursFriday, January 11; 5:00 p.m.Downtown Wake ForestOn the second Friday night of each month the streets of downtown Wake Forest come alive with food, merchants and music! Everyone is invited to come and experience the dining, art and retail merchants of downtown Wake Forest. Downtown
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things to do: Kid's Exchange - HUGE Sale - Jim Graham Bldg at the NC State Fair Grounds - 01/02/08 06:10 PM
Last weekend for the Kid's Exchange! Looking for children's items such as clothes, car seats, furniture and toys? Look no further! The Kid's Exchange has everything you are looking for. The public sale is scheduled for:
Friday, January 4 9am-6pm
Saturday, January 5 9am-5pm
Sunday, January 6 10am-5pm - 50% Off
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things to do: 2007 Holiday House - Proceeds benefit The Healing Place of Wake County - 12/22/07 09:01 AM
Sharing, caring and giving.......nothing more eloquently describes the Holiday Season!
If you are out and about tomorrow while getting that last minute shopping done a great place to stop in is the 2007 Holiday House. The 2007 Holiday House is located in the Ramblewood section of North Hills and is open
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things to do: Town of Wake Forest Community Calendar Dec 16 - 22, 2007 - 12/16/07 08:00 AM
From the Town of Wake Forest website: Wake Union Place Neighborhood MeetingWednesday, December 19; 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Alston-Massenburg Center, 416 North Taylor Street, Wake ForestAs part of Wake Forest's commitment to creating a quality project, you're invited to join us on Wednesday, December 19 at the Alston-Massenburg Center for an open discussion
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things to do: So Many Events, So Little Time..... - 12/12/07 09:24 AM
Happy Holidays, everyone!!!The season is definately upon us - that is blatantly clear as I see the shoppers in the stores (ya'll need to be a little nicer to your fellow shopper!), the jammed parking lots (ya'll need to have a little more patience!), the houses trimmed with lights (yes, there
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things to do: Upcoming events in Wake Forest for the week of Dec 9 - 15, 2007 - 12/09/07 03:14 PM
Please be sure to visit The Town of Wake Forest website for all of the upcoming events this week. Just a sample of what's on the agenda this week are:
Holiday Market in downtown Wake Forest
Holiday Concert at the Wake Forest Baptist Church
The ever popular Art After Hours
Business After
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things to do: Calls From Santa!!!! Check it Out! - 12/09/07 03:02 PM
Calls From SantaThursday, December 13; 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. - REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12 AT 5 P.M. Children, ages 3-7, can receive a personal phone call from Santa this Christmas. Parents may pick up a Calls from Santa form from the Wake Forest Parks & Recreation office, located in the Wake Forest Town
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things to do: Wake Forest Christmas Parade!! Saturday, December 8th - 12/06/07 05:15 PM
Don't forget - The Wake Forest Christmas Parade is this Saturday (Dec 8th) starting at 1:00pm!!! Get there early and scope out your prime seat for what I am sure will be the best Christmas Parade yet! My family never misses this. Load up the thermos' with hot chocolate and enjoy
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things to do: Town of Wake Forest Community Calendar Dec 5-8, 2007 - 12/05/07 06:52 AM
From The Town of Wake Forest website: Lighting of Wake ForestFriday, December 7; 7:00 p.m.Municipal Parking Lot, South White Street, Downtown Wake ForestWake Forest officially welcomes the holiday season with its annual Lighting of Wake Forest. This event is a town tradition and brings together family, friends and neighbors for an evening of fun
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things to do: Downtown Raleigh Tree Lighting Ceremony and Holiday Festival.... - 11/26/07 05:02 PM
Next week is one of the most cherished events in Raleigh during the Holiday Season - the lighting of the Capitol Christmas Tree!!!! From the lighting of the luminaries to the musical performances don't miss a minute of this Raleigh tradition! This event is FREE and is sure to please the
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things to do: The Holiday Season is Upon Us!!!!! - 11/26/07 04:22 PM
I post weekly the Community Calendar from The Town of Wake Forest which showcases different events that are happening around town. This week's post was quite long - THERE IS A LOT GOING ON! How exciting.....
Between Adopting Pets, Pictures with Santa Claus, Brunch with Santa and Bake Sales there is
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things to do: Town of Wake Forest Community Calendar Nov 26 - Dec 2 - 11/26/07 04:17 PM
From The Town of Wake Forest website: 15th Annual Craft and Bake SaleFriday, November 30; 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Saturday, December 1; 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.Leford Center Gymnasium, Southeastern Baptist Theological SeminaryThe Craft & Bake Sale is hosted by seminary students, student spouses and faculty. The purpose of this event is to provide
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things to do: Town of Wake Forest Community Calendar Nov 19 - 25 - 11/20/07 06:56 AM
From The Town of Wake Forest website: Gobbler's Run 5KThursday, November 22; 8:00 a.m.Boys & Girls Club, 325 S. Wingate Chiropractic Partners is sponsoring the 2nd Annual Gobbler's Run 5K Run/Walk on November 22, 2007 at 8:00am in Wake Forest. With all proceeds benefiting the Boys & Girls Club, the Thanksgiving Day
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things to do: Town of Wake Forest Community Calendar Nov 12 - 18 - 11/11/07 08:53 AM
From The Town of Wake Forest website Wake Forest Community Plan Special Town MeetingThursday, November 15, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.Wake Forest Presbyterian Church Christian Life Center, 12605 Capital Blvd.The Town of Wake Forest is hosting a special town meeting on Thursday, November 15 to discuss the Wake Forest Community Plan. The
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things to do: 2007 Raleigh Christmas Parade - 11/09/07 09:16 AM
Wow - where has this year gone????
The 63rd Annual Raleigh Christmas Parade is happening next weekend! Can you believe it? Unfortunately, my family and I have missed it the last few years but NOT THIS TIME! We can't wait.
The parade starts at 9:30am and lasts about 2.5 fun-filled hours!
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things to do: Special Announcements from The Town of Wake Forest - 11/05/07 10:16 AM
Wow - the Holidays are fast approaching! The Town of Wake Forest has posted various special announcements with deadlines for the upcoming 2007 Christmas Parade, Calls From Santa and more. Please check out The Town of Wake Forest website for more information. Whether you currently live in Wake Forest or are
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things to do: Wake Forest Community Calendar Nov 4 - 10 - 11/05/07 10:04 AM
From The Town of Wake Forest website: Wake Forest-Rolesville High School Band Night at the Armadillo GrillTuesday, November 6; 5:00 p.m. - closeArmadillo Grill at The Factory, Wake ForestEnjoy dinner at The Armadillo Grill on the first Tuesday of every month and 10 % of all receipts placed in the band bucket on the checkout counter
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things to do: Town of Wake Forest Community Calendar Oct. 29 - Nov. 4 - 10/29/07 11:55 AM
From the Town of Wake Forest website Cool Cities ProgramTuesday, October 30; 12:00 p.m.Wake Forest Town HallThe North Carolina Sierra Club will formally present Mayor Vivian Jones with a plaque recognizing the Town of Wake Forest as a "Cool City" during a special ceremony Tuesday, October 30 at Town Hall. The event
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things to do: Wake Forest Community Calendar October 21 - 27, 2007 - 10/21/07 09:48 AM
From The Town of Wake Forest website
Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce's 2007 Community Business ExpoThursday, October 25; 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.The Factory, South Main StreetThe EXPO is free and open to the public. More than 80 exhibitors are expected. Booths must be reserved by Septmber 28. For more information, contact
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