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 of Wake Forest website:

Firing Range Training
Tuesday, October 28; Noon - 9:00 p.m.
Police Department Firing Range, behind Flaherty Park Community Center
Residents in the area are advised that the Wake Forest Police Department will conduct firing range training on Tuesday, October 28 from noon until 9:00 p.m. at the police department firing range, located behind the Flaherty Park Community Center. The firing range is utilized by Wake Forest Police officers who require instruction and practice in order to obtain current certification in the use of firearms. This certification is required in order for the officer to fulfill his duties for the Wake Forest Police Department. For more information, visit www.wakeforestnc.gov/residents/police_firingrange.aspx.

 Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce Community Business EXPO
Tuesday, October 28; 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
The Factory, 1839 South Main Street
The Wake Forest Area Chamber of Commerce presents Community Business EXPO 2008. The EXPO will showcase more than 95 businesses, civic clubs and community organizations. Learn about the products, services and opportunities they have to offer - at no cost to you. With lots of food and great prizes, it is comparison shopping the whole family will enjoy. Community Business Expo 2008 will be held on Tuesday, October 28 from 3:00-8:00 p.m. at The Factory located at 1839 South Main Street in Wake Forest. The EXPO is free and open to the public. Also, don't miss the special EXPO Seminar, "Increasing Sales in a Sluggish Economy" from 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. at The Mill Room located inside The Factory. The seminar is presented by Deidre Hughey, partner & certified sales magnet with Dancing Elephants. For more details about the EXPO Seminar, visit www.wakeforestchamber.org and click on "What's New." This year's event sponsors include Grand Sponsor Windstream Communications, Media Sponsor The Wake Weekly, and additional sponsors Brassfield Commercial, Coldwell Banker Advantage, Kenosis Designs, LLC, Wake Forest Drug and The News & Observer. For more information, contact Jade Biggio at (919) 556-1519 or jade@wakeforestchamber.org.

World Reknowned Irish Tenor Anthony Kearns in Concert
Tuesday, October 28; 7:00 p.m.
Wake Forest Baptist Church, 107 E. South Ave. 
Wake Forest Baptist Church will kick off its Music and Arts Series with world- renowned Irish Tenor, Anthony Kearns in concert on Tuesday, October 28, at 7:00 pm in the church's sanctuary at 107 East South Avenue, Wake Forest. Anthony Kearns is recognized as Ireland's finest Tenor and is most notably known as being a member of the world famous The Irish Tenors who have performed in the most prestigious concert halls in the country including Carnegie Hall, Madison Square Garden, Boston's Fleet Pavilion, and the Hollywood Bowl, as well as appearing on "The Today Show" and "Live with Regis and Kelly." Anthony was a guest soloist for the Boston Pops and also sang during Good Morning America's funeral coverage for the late President Reagan. Anthony's CD's have sold millions of copies worldwide. You will not want to miss the Anthony Kearns concert on October 28. It is not often that a world-renowned performing artist appears in concert in Wake Forest. The concert is expected to sell out with general seating for 500 people. Tickets are available in the church office located at 118 East South Avenue. Ticket price is $20 general admission. For more information, click here, contact Wake Forest Baptist Church, 556-5141 or visit the church's website www.wakeforestbaptistchurch.org to download a ticket order form. 

North Raleigh Church of Christ Fall Festival
Friday, October 31; 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
North Raleigh Church of Christ, 8701 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh,NC 27615 - Corner of I-540 and Falls of Neuse Road
The North Raleigh Church of Christ is sponsoring a free Fall Festival on Friday, October 31 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. There will be Hot Dogs, Hayride, Trunk or Treating, Moonbounce, Carnival Games, Dunking Booth, and much more! For more information, contact Geri Bickers at (919) 562-7875.

Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, November 1; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, visit www.wakeforestmarket.org.

Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary Craft and Bake Sale
Saturday, November 1; 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ledford Center Gymnasium
Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary is sponsoring a Craft and Bake Sale on Saturday, November 1 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. We will have vendors selling everything from homemade baked goods to holiday crafts. This event serves to assist the student families of the seminary by helping them earn money before the holiday season and provides the community a great opportunity to find unique holiday gifts at affordable prices. For more information, please contact the Women's Program Office at (919) 761-2340.

Operation Sweet Tooth - Donate Your Candy for the Troops
Saturday, November 1; 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Office of Dr.Edmond Suh, 1711 S. Main St.
Take part in "Operation Sweet Tooth." Bring your Halloween candy in support of our troops. Kids in our area can bring in their Halloween candy and it will be shipped over seas to the troops. In turn, while supplies last, each child will receive a goody bag full of treats from local restaurants and businesses. Kids are also encouraged to bring letters and pictures addressed to the troops. There will also be several activities for the kids, so its should be a lot of fun!

Day at the Farm for Diabetes Music Festial and Classic Car Roundup
Saturday, November 1; Noon - 4:00 p.m.
4349 Gillburg Road, Kittrell
Tickets: Adults $15 in advance, $20 at the door, kids free. Purchase tickets online www.dayatthefarm.com. 

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Written by:
Leesa L. Finley, Broker, Realtor®
Circa Properties
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