The following is a calendar of events for Moore County for Dercember 2009. Anyone interested in finding additional area information are welcome to visit my website at www.pinehurstrealestatenc.com.
December 2009
December 1
CARTHAGE CHRISTMAS PARADE. 6pm. Tree lighting ceremony at the old courthouse, followed by the Christmas parade. Christmas parade with commercial and homemade floats, cars, bands, ROTC, Marine Color Guard and various other forms of entertainment. Monroe Street to the Courthouse, downtown Carthage. (910)947-2331.
December 2
CHRISTMAS AT WEYMOUTH PREVIEW PARTY. 6pm-9pm. This festive evening features a tour of the beautifully decorated rooms of Boyd House, a grand buffet, open bar and dancing under a lovely tent. Valet parking available. Tickets $50. Weymouth Center, 555 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Please call (910)692-6261 for more information.
December 3
NC SYMPHONY - ORGAN SYMPHONY. 8pm. Grant Llewellyn, Music Director; Ami Rogé and Pascal Rogé, pianos. Robert E. Lee Auditorium, Pinecrest High School, Southern Pines. For more information or to order tickets, call the North Carolina Symphony Box Office at (877)627-6724.
December 3
CAROLS AT WEYMOUTH. 5:30 and 7:30 pm. This event is free to the public, but space is limited. The evening will be filled with music, poetry and song. Weymouth Center, 555 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. (910)692-6261.
December 3
SUNEVENTS AT THE SUNRISE PRESENTS "Southern Culture On The Skids." 7:30pm. Tickets $35. Since 1983, when they formed in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, SCOTS have played their unique hybrid of Americana, surf, R&B, rockabilly, and swamp pop (the band describes their sound as "toe sucking geek rock - kinda weird, but it feels good when you're doing it"), all the while driving fans into ecstatic, sweat drenched paroxysms of joy. Assisted by his cohorts in white trash renaissance - drummer Dave Hartman and bassist/singer/heartbreaker Mary Huff - Miller and crew have been prolific and ubiquitous for over twenty years. Sunrise Theater, 250 NW Broad St., Southern Pines. Box Office (910)692-3611. www.sunrisetheater.com
December 3-5
CHRISTMAS AT WEYMOUTH. 10am-4pm. The Women of Weymouth invite the community to their annual fund raiser. Twenty-five rooms in the Southern Historic Home of James and Katherine Boyd will be decorated for the holidays by local garden clubs, professional decorators, florists and individuals. Refreshments, musical entertainment throughout the day. Tickets $10. Weymouth Center, 555 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. (910)692-6261.
December 3-6
DECEMBER HUNTER JUMPER CLASSIC. A new show at the Carolina Horse Park in Raeford, NC, recognized "A" by USEF and also sanctioned by NCHJA, SCHJA, NAL, and WIHS leagues. Will showcase two rings of Hunters Thursday thru Sunday. The jumpers will be held Friday thru Sunday on the steeplechase track side of the horse park. Carolina Horse Park, 2814 Montrose Rd., Raeford. For more information please contact Andrew Ellis at (919)637-2958 or visit www.carolinahorseparkcom
December 4
CANDLELIGHT TOUR OF WEYMOUTH. 7-9pm. This delightful Candlelight Evening Tour is followed by Wine, Cheese, and Desserts. $25, reservations required. Weymouth Center, 555 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. (910)692-6261.
December 4
PINEHURST RESORT'S TOUR AND TEA. 10am. Discover the stories of Pinehurst's history and enjoy the traditions of classic high tea at one of America's Historic Landmarks. Historic Walking Tour and Traditional High Tea every Friday in December. $25/person. Space is limited, please call for reservations. (910)235-8415.
December 4
SUPPER WITH SANTA. 6-7:30pm. Aberdeen Lake Park Recreation Station, US Hwy 1, Aberdeen. For more information call (910) 944-7275.
December 4
VILLAGE OF PINEHURST FESTIVITIES & TREE LIGHTING. 6pm. The village fills with Christmas spirit and entertainment. Entertainment begins at 5:30pm, with Christmas Carols, the tree lighting and a vist from Santa. Visitors and locals alike come for this annual event. Village Square, Pinehurst. (910)295-7462.
December 5
3rd ANNUAL REINDEER FUN RUN. 9am. The Third Annual Southern Pines Reindeer Fun Run 5k Run/Walk is a FUN community event with a goal of 600 participants ranging from serious runners to recreational walkers, families, pets and local businesses. The goal is to generate holiday cheer while raising money for the Boys and Girls Club of the Sandhills, Inc. Visit www.reindeerfunrun.com to register or to volunteer.
December 5
CHILDREN'S TOUR OF WEYMOUTH & VISIT WITH SANTA. 9am. $3.00, under age 3 free. Reservations required. Weymouth Center, 555 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. (910)692-6261.
December 5
SOUTHERN PINES CHRISTMAS PARADE. 11am. Holiday fun for all. Historic district along Broad Street in Southern Pines. For more information please contact Rynet Oxendine at (910)692-7376.
December 5
ANNIE OAKLEY BOOM DAYS SHOOTING EXHIBITION. 3pm. Free sharpshooting exhibition by Tom Knapp at the driving range on Pinehurst No. 8, site of the old Pinehurst Gun Club. See Knapp perform and meet three medal-winning members of the USA Shooting Team. Bring a lawn chair and watch today's best trick shooter at Annie Oakley Boom Days. (910) 687-0377 or visit www.AnnieOakleyBoom Days.com
December 5
CYPRESS BEND VINEYARDS CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE. 12-6pm. Live music, Christmas treats and wine! Free Admission. Cypress Bend Vineyards, 21904 Riverton Road, Wagram. For more information please call (910)369-0411.
December 5
LIVE HOLIDAY MUSIC AT PINEHURST RESORT. 4pm. Enjoy holiday performances at 4pm each Saturday in December in the Carolina Hotel lobby. Free and open to the public. Tea for a nominal charge.
December 5
THE ROOSTER'S WIFE WINTER CONCERT SERIES. 7:30pm. Girlyman. 114 Knight Street, Aberdeen. For more information, please call The Rooster's Wife at (910)944-7502 or visit wwww.theroosterswife.org.
December 5-6
BRYANT HOUSE CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE. 11am-4pm. Free. Two historic houses decorated in traditional manner. Tours of the houses, crafters, musicians, and refreshments will provide holiday cheer! Sponsored by the Moore County Historical Association. Bryant House and McLendon Cabin, 3361 Mount Carmel Road, Carthage. (910)692-2051.
December 5-6
MOORE COUNTY CHORAL SOCIETY HOLIDAY CONCERT. Sat. 8pm, Sun. 4pm. Owens Auditorium, Sandhills Community College, Pinehurst. For ticket, more information visit www.moorechoralsoc.com or call (910)949-3619 or (910)295-9085.
December 6
32nd ANNUAL EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL CANDLELIGHT TOUR OF HOMES. 1-6 pm. This year's tour features a variety of homes from across the Southern Pines and Pinehurst area, each uniquely decorated for the holidays. Talented local musicians, singers, and chefs will also be highlighted in several of the residences. Tickets for the Candlelight Tour are available for $20.00 at the door of each tour home or from any Episcopal Day School Student, the EDS office, At Home, Nature's Own, Cool Sweats, The Country Bookstore in Southern Pines. For more information, call the school at 692-3492.
December 11
PINEHURST RESORT'S TOUR AND TEA. 10am. Discover the stories of Pinehurst's history and enjoy the traditions of classic high tea at one of America's Historic Landmarks. Historic Walking Tour and Traditional High Tea every Friday in December. $25/person. Space is limited, please call for reservations. (910)235-8415.
December 11
THE ROOSTER'S WIFE WINTER CONCERT SERIES. 7:30pm. Al Petteway and Amy White. 114 Knight Street, Aberdeen. For more information, please call The Rooster's Wife at (910)944-7502 or visit wwww.theroosterswife.org.
December 11
JAZZY FRIDAYS. 7-10pm. Event held rain or shine. Live jazz music, hors d'oeuvres. Admission is $6/person. Cypress Bend Vineyards & Winery, Riverton Road in Wagram. (910)369-0411
December 11-14
SHAW HOUSE CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE. 1-4pm. Historic Shaw House, Britt Sanders Cabin and Garner House. Celebrate the holidays with native greenery, 19th century decorations and refreshments by the Moore County Historical Association. Free event. Morganton Road & SW Broad Street, Southern Pines. (910)692-2051.
December 12
AN EARLY AMERICAN CHRISTMAS AT MALCOLM BLUE FARM. Sat. 11am-4pm. Admission Fee. 1825 Farmhouse is decorated with greenery. Experience Christmas through an 18th century child's eyes. Malcolm Blue Farm, Hwy. 5 South (Bethesda Rd.), Aberdeen. (910)944-7558.
December 12
CHRISTMAS HORSE CARRIAGE PARADE. 1pm. The Moore County Driving Club decorates their horses and carriages for Christmas and drives them through the historic district in downtown Southern Pines. This parade is sure to get you into the holiday spirit! Broad Street, Southern Pines. (910)315-6508.
December 12
HOUSE IN THE HORSESHOE CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE. 10am-4pm. Free. The House in the Horseshoe will be decorated to celebrate the Christmas season. Learn about how Christmas was celebrated in central North Carolina in the late 18th century. The House in the Horseshoe, north of Carthage. 324 Alston House Rd., Sanford. For more information call (910)947-2051.
December 12
LIVE HOLIDAY MUSIC AT PINEHURST RESORT. 4pm. Enjoy holiday performances at 4pm each Saturday in December in the Carolina Hotel lobby. Free and open to the public. Tea for a nominal charge.
December 13
THE ROOSTER'S WIFE WINTER CONCERT SERIES. 7:30pm. Red Bird Round. Premier Performance! 114 Knight Street, Aberdeen. For more information, please call The Rooster's Wife at (910)944-7502 or visit wwww.theroosterswife.org.
December 17
THE ROOSTER'S WIFE WINTER CONCERT SERIES. Martha Bassett. 114 Knight Street, Aberdeen. For more information, please call The Rooster's Wife at (910)944-7502 or visit wwww.theroosterswife.org.
December 18
CHRISTMAS FORE MOORE. The 6-person teams will be once again playing for the Moore County Crown, signifying the 2008 Moore County Charity Champion. Pine Needles, 1005 Midland Road, Southern Pines. (910)692-7111.
December 18
PINEHURST RESORT'S TOUR AND TEA. 10am. Discover the stories of Pinehurst's history and enjoy the traditions of classic high tea at one of America's Historic Landmarks. Historic Walking Tour and Traditional High Tea every Friday in December. $25/person. Space is limited, please call for reservations. (910)235-8415.
December 19
LIVE HOLIDAY MUSIC AT PINEHURST RESORT. 4pm. Enjoy holiday performances at 4pm each Saturday in December in the Carolina Hotel lobby. Free and open to the public. Tea for a nominal charge.
December 20
MOORE PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA ANNUAL HOLIDAY CONCERT. 3:00 pm. Moore Philharmonic Orchestra presents Holiday Concert and Silent Auction. Silent Auction starts at 2:00 pm. Grand Ballroom, Pinehurst Hotel. Free. For more information please visit www.mporchestra.com.
December 20
THE ROOSTER'S WIFE WINTER CONCERT SERIES. 7:30pm. John Cowan. 114 Knight Street, Aberdeen. For more information, please call The Rooster's Wife at (910)944-7502 or visit wwww.theroosterswife.org.
December 26
LIVE HOLIDAY MUSIC AT PINEHURST RESORT. 4pm. Enjoy holiday performances at 4pm each Saturday in December in the Carolina Hotel lobby. Free and open to the public. Tea for a nominal charge.
December 26-28
62nd DONALD ROSS JR. CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF TOURNAMENT. Boys only, Maximum age 17. Pinehurst Resort. One Carolina Vista, Pinehurst. (910)235-8140.
December 29
FATHER AND SON GOLF TOURNAMENT. Held on No. 8, Pinehurst Resort. One Carolina Vista, Pinehurst. (910)235-8140.
December 31 (Rain date: Jan. 2)
FIRST EVE. The downtown area along Broad Street will be blocked off from 6-8:30 pm and a variety of activities and entertainment will be offered for the entire family. The "pinecone drop" will be at 8:30pm. Free. Historic downtown Southern Pines. (910) 693-2508.
December 31
PINEHURST RESORT NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION. Celebrate the year that was and the year that will be with gourmet dining, live music by The Band of Oz and a champagne toast at midnight. Then kick off the new year with an overflowing breakfast buffet. Pinehurst Resort, Carolina Vista, Pinehurst. Call (800) 487-4653 to book your reservation today.
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