Although conscientious effort is made to provide accurate and up-to-date information, all events are subject to change and errors can occur! Please call to verify times, costs, status and location before planning or attending any events.

TECH HELP SESSIONS. SPPL offers one-on-one Technology Help Sessions. A library staff member will sit with you to assist with accessing eBooks, learning how to use a new device, navigating a computer and to answer any other basic technology questions. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. To make an appointment come into the library or visit www.sppl.net.

PHOTO HISTORY. 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. The historical association will host an exhibit “Southern Pines Then and Now” featuring photographs taken 100 years ago and what the same area looks like today. Free admission. Water Department, 180 S.W. Broad St., Southern Pines.

LIBRARY CARD SIGN-UP. SPPL is celebrating Library Card Sign-Up Month throughout September. Pick up a Library Crawl Passport and visit five or more participating libraries by Sept. 30. Then, turn in your completed passport at any of the listed locations and be entered to win a raffle prize. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. To make an appointment come into the library or visit www.sppl.net.

SEPTEMBER EVENTS

Friday, September 1

LUNCH BUNCH. 11:30 a.m. Adults 55 and older are invited to dine on different cuisines each month as you visit different restaurants in the area. Carpool with friends or meet at the restaurant. Dining locations will be chosen the week before. Info: (910) 692-7376.

ART EXHIBIT. 5 – 7 p.m. The Artists League of the Sandhills will host their opening reception for the exhibit Men of the League, featuring work from eight male members of the league. The exhibit will remain open through Sept. 23. Artists League of the Sandhills, 129 Exchange St., Aberdeen. Info: www.artistleague.org.

FIRST FRIDAY. 5 – 8 p.m. Come enjoy the sounds of the Folly Beach-based band Dangermuffin. Free admission. There will be food trucks and Southern Pines Brewing Company beer on tap. No pets allowed. Sunrise Theater, 250 N.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 420-2549 or www.sunrisetheater.com.

BBQ FESTIVAL. Enjoy the third annual three-day festival exploring various barbecue meats, seafood and sides. Tufts Memorial Park, 1 Village Green Road W., Pinehurst. Info: www.vopnc.org.

Saturday, September 2

CRAFT DAYS. Children and their families can come by the library for Drop-in Craft Days and work on crafts at their own pace or take it home. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-8235 or www.sppl.net.

KIDS’ SATURDAY. 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Families are invited to a monthly, themed craft event to socialize and get creative. Geared toward ages 3 – 10. Given Memorial Library, 150 Cherokee Road, Pinehurst. Info: (910) 295-3642 or www.vopnc.org.

DANCE SOCIAL. 7 – 10 p.m. The Moore Area Shag Society hosts its monthly social with Billy Cook playing dance tunes. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. There is a cash bar on-site and you may bring snacks for your table. A 50/50 drawing will be held. Admission is $10 (ages 21 and over). Down Memory Lane, 161 Dawkins St., Aberdeen. Info: (910) 215-4054.

Sunday, September 3

FIRE IN THE PINES. 2 p.m. Join staff on a half-mile hike to visit a recent burn site and learn about the role of fire in the longleaf ecosystem. Weymouth Woods Nature Preserve, 1024 Fort Bragg Road, Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-2167.

WRITING GROUP. 3 p.m. Are you interested in creating fiction, nonfiction, poetry or comics? Come to the Sunday Afternoon Writing Group. Connect with other writers and artists, chat about your craft and get feedback about your work. All levels welcome. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: lholden@sppl.net.

Tuesday, September 5

BRAIN FITNESS. 10 – 11 a.m. Adults 55 and older are invited to a Brain Fitness class. Eve Gaskell will be the instructor. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

TEEN HOMEWORK SPACE. 4 p.m. This is an open space for attendees and is not a guided program. You may come and go as you please. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: www.sppl.net or email: kbroughey@sppl.net.

Thursday, September 7

SOUL FLOW. 6:30 p.m. For adults 55 and older. Join a gentle flow guaranteed to soothe the mind, body and soul. A mixture of yin and restorative yoga. Great for all levels. Cost is $12 for residents and $17 for non-residents. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

Friday, September 8

BOAT TOUR. 6 a.m. – 6 p.m. For adults 55 and older. Discover the beauty and charm of Lake Lure on a covered boat tour. Cruise along local attractions and landmarks used in the film Dirty Dancing while listening to the legends of the lake and learn about the natural and cultural history of Hickory Nut Gorge. Afterwards enjoy lunch at Lakehouse Restaurant. Cost is $57 for residents and $80 for non-residents. Info: (910) 692-7376.

LIVE AFTER 5. 5:15 – 9 p.m. Souljam, a band based in Vero Beach, Florida, performs with Jamie Monroe as the opening act. There will also be kids’ activities and food trucks. Beer, wine and additional beverages will be available for purchase. Picnic baskets are allowed; outside alcoholic beverages are not permitted. Free event. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and dancing shoes. The Village Arboretum, 375 Magnolia Road, Pinehurst. Info: www.vopnc.org.

MOVIE. 6:30 – 9 p.m. Enjoy a screening of the movie Austenland. Cameo Art House Theatre, 225 Hay St., Fayetteville. Info and tickets: www.ticketmesandhills.com.

Saturday, September 9

COMMUNITY YARD SALE. 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Enjoy shopping 20-40 individual outdoor booths offering everything from handmade crafts, modern tools and electronics, vintage and antique collectibles and even an assortment of everyday household items or clothes. A food truck will be on-site. The Bee’s Knees, 125 N.C. 73, West End. Info: (910) 420-8970.

WILDLINGS PROGRAM. 10 a.m. Join our “Wildlings” program series geared for 6-10-year-olds, as we take a hike to find little things that might look cool up close. We’ll collect items along the trail and bring them back to the Discovery Room to put them under the microscope. Weymouth Woods Nature Preserve, 1024 Fort Bragg Road, Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-2167.

MUSIC. 2 p.m. Sandhills Repertory Theatre presents The Opera Cowgirls, an alternative country band. There will be a second performance at 7:30 p.m. and another show on Sept. 10 at 2 p.m. Sunrise Theater, 250 N.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info and tickets: (910) 692-3611 or www.sandhillsrep.org.

Sunday, September 10

CHAMBER SESSIONS. 2 p.m. Join us in the great room as we welcome The Friends of Weymouth Ensemble, a group of renowned local area musicians. Tickets start at $30, kids 12 and under are admitted free. Weymouth Center for the Arts & Humanities, 555 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: www.weymouthcenter.org.

WILDFLOWER WALK. 2 p.m. See what’s blooming along the trails this time of year on this 1.5-mile walk. Weymouth Woods Nature Preserve, 1024 Fort Bragg Road, Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-2167.

STEAM. 2:30 p.m. Elementary-aged children and their caregivers are invited to learn about topics in science, technology, engineering, art and math, and to participate in STEAM projects and activities. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-8235 or kbroughey@sppl.net.

Monday, September 11

MEMORIAL STAIR CLIMB. 5 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. The 9/11 active memorial stair climb is an opportunity for anyone in the community to demonstrate respect and admiration for the 343 members of the FDNY who gave their lives trying to save others on Sept. 11, 2001. Participants will climb steps for a total of 110 stories, 1,980 steps, representing the number of floors in the Twin Towers. Southern Pines CrossFit, 105 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: www.ticketmesandhills.com.

PHOTO CLUB. 7 p.m. Sandhills Photography Club monthly meeting will be a presentation on Raw vs. JPG by Gary Friedman, professional photographer and writer. Guests are welcome. Sandhills Horticultural Gardens Visitors Center, 3245 Airport Road, Southern Pines. Info: www.sandhillsphotoclub.org.

Tuesday, September 12

AARP TALK. 12 – 12:30 p.m. Adults 55 and older are invited to join AARP for a fraud talk. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

TEEN WRITING CLUB. 4 p.m. Are you interested in creative writing and storytelling, connecting with other writers and getting feedback on your work? Join us for the Teen Creative Writing Club. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: www.sppl.net or email: kbroughey@sppl.net.

BASEBALL GAME. 4:30 – 10:30 p.m. For adults 55 and older. Join Southern Pines Parks and Recreation as we travel to Durham for a fun night under the lights, as the Durham Bulls face the Louisville Bats. Cost is $44 for residents and $61 for non-residents. Info: (910) 692-7376.

Thursday, September 14

FILM. 7 p.m. EO (film). Sunrise Theater, 250 N.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 420-2549 or www.sunrisetheater.com.

Friday, September 15

SLITHERING SNAKES. 10 a.m. Whether you love snakes or are a little wary of them, this will be a fun opportunity to learn more about these scaly critters as we read a book, do some activities and make a craft. All activities will be geared toward 3-5-year-olds and meant for parents to do with their children. Weymouth Woods Nature Preserve, 1024 Fort Bragg Road, Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-2167.

COMMUNITY ART DAY. 5 – 7 p.m. Help Southern Pines Parks and Recreation celebrate Art Day. Drop off or come create a canvas depicting what you love about Southern Pines. The canvases will be displayed on street signs along Broad Street in conjunction with Autumnfest. Cost is $2 per canvas. Downtown Park, Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

COMEDY SERIES. 7 – 8:30 p.m. BPAC’s new Comedy Series opens with Alonzo Bodden. A regular panel member on NPR’s Wait Wait . . . Don’t Tell Me, Alonzo Bodden has been making audiences around the country laugh for more than 20 years. BPAC, Sandhills Community College, 3395 Airport Road, Pinehurst. Info: bpac@sandhills.edu or www.ticketmesandhills.com.

OUTDOOR MOVIE. 7:30 p.m. Bring your family to watch The Super Mario Bros. Concessions will be available for purchase. Bring a blanket or chair. Downtown Park, Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

Saturday, September 16

EATS, BEATS AND BREWS. 5 – 9 p.m. The food truck rodeo is back offering a variety of local vendors. There will be live entertainment and children’s activities. The Village Arboretum, 375 Magnolia Road, Pinehurst. Info: www.vopnc.org.

DANCING. 6 p.m. Carolina Pines Dance Club invites you for a fun evening of swing, shag, ballroom, Latin and line dancing. Doors open at 6 p.m. Dance lessons from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Dancing until 9:30 p.m. Beginners and experienced dancers, couples and singles all welcome. Cost is $15 per person, cash at the door. Tyson Sinclair Ballroom (second floor), 105 McReynolds St., Carthage. Info: (910) 331-9965.

Sunday, September 17

CATERPILLAR CRAWL. 2 p.m. Come see the weird and fascinating world of caterpillars. So much more than simple inchworms, join us as we hit the trail in search of these lovely larvae. Weymouth Woods Nature Preserve, 1024 Fort Bragg Road, Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-2167.

BOOK EVENT. 2 – 3 p.m. The Country Bookshop welcomes Juliet Lam Kuehnle to talk about her book, Who You Calling Crazy?! The Journey from Stigma to Therapy. The Country Bookshop, 140 N.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info and tickets: www.ticketmesandhills.com.

Monday, September 18

WOMEN OF WEYMOUTH. 9:30 a.m. The Women of Weymouth meeting will feature speaker Andrew Lyons, Friends of Weymouth, Inc. board president and senior vice president with First Bank. Free admission, registration required. Weymouth Center for the Arts & Humanities, 555 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: www.weymouthcenter.org.

TECH HOUR. 11 a.m. Do you have any questions about using your cellphone, tablet or laptop? Come to the library’s Tech Hour to receive help from our technology librarian. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: msilva@sppl.net.

Tuesday, September 19

BRAIN FITNESS. 10 – 11 a.m. Adults 55 and older are invited to a Brain Fitness class. Eve Gaskell will be the instructor. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

BINGO. 11 a.m – 12 p.m. Adults 55 and older are invited to play 10 games of bingo. Cost is $4 for residents and $6 for non-residents. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

BOOK CLUB. 2 p.m. The James Boyd Book Club meets for this month’s book, Fahrenheit 451, by Ray Bradbury. Free admission, registration required. Weymouth Center for the Arts & Humanities, 555 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: www.weymouthcenter.org.

TEEN HOMEWORK SPACE. 4 p.m. This is an open space for attendees and is not a guided program. You may come and go as you please. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: www.sppl.net or email: kbroughey@sppl.net.

Wednesday, September 20

WHITEHALL BOOK CLUB. 2 p.m. Southern Pines Public Library’s book club for adults meets to discuss this month’s book. The book club is open to the public. Whitehall Property, 490 Pee Dee Road, Southern Pines. Info: mmiller@sppl.net.

Thursday, September 21

BRUNCH. 10 – 11:45 a.m. The Sandhills Christian Women’s Connection will be hosting a brunch. All women are welcome to be part of this special, uplifting morning of music, inspirational speakers and a brunch buffet. Cost is $22. Whispering Pines Country Club, 2 Clubhouse Blvd., Whispering Pines. Info and reservations: (910) 215-4568 or patsyrpeele@gmail.com.

READ BETWEEN THE PINES. 5 p.m. SPPL’s book club for adults meets to discuss this month’s book. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. To join email: mhoward@sppl.net.

CIVIL WAR ROUND TABLE. 6:30 p.m. The guest speaker will be historian and author, Hampton Newsome, speaking about the neglected events leading up to the Gettysburg Campaign. Meeting starts at 7 p.m. Open to the public. Civic Club, corner of Pennsylvania and Ashe St., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 246-0452 or mafarina@aol.com.

Friday, September 22

FUNDRAISER. 7 p.m. Broadway Baby — A Sunrise Live Theater Fundraiser and Musical Revue to support future productions. Sunrise Theater, 250 N.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 420-2549 or www.sunrisetheater.com.

CONCERT. 7 – 9 p.m. Departure, a Journey tribute band, performs. Cooper Ford, 5292 US-15, Carthage. Info and tickets: www.ticketmesandhills.com.

Saturday, September 23

CRAFT DAYS. Children and their families can come by the library for Drop-in Craft Days and work on crafts at their own pace or take them home. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-8235 or www.sppl.net.

WOOFSTOCK. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Enjoy music, dog contests and events, food trucks and vendors. Admission by any monetary donation. All proceeds benefit upgrading Martin Park. Memorial Park, 210 Memorial Park Ct., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

FLUTTERBY FESTIVAL. 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Celebrate butterflies and other pollinators with a day of family fun and educational activities during the annual Flutterby Festival. Village Arboretum, 105 Rassie Wicker Drive, Pinehurst. Info and tickets: www.ticketmesandhills.com.

SCHOLARSHIP COMPETITION. 6 – 9 p.m. Miss Moore County and Miss Sandhills Scholarship Competition. Owens Auditorium, 3395 Airport Road, Pinehurst. Info and tickets: www.ticketmesandhills.com.

OUTDOOR CONCERT. 7 p.m. Abigail Dowd performs. Sunrise Theater, 250 N.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 420-2549 or www.sunrisetheater.com.

Sunday, September 24

JAZZ ON THE LAWN. 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Relax outdoors on Weymouth Center’s beautiful grounds for live jazz featuring Mint Julep Jazz Band. Bring your own blanket, chairs and a picnic and enjoy a cash bar with mimosas, beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages available. Tickets start at $27.50 and children 12 and under are admitted free. Weymouth Center for the Arts & Humanities, 555 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: www.weymouthcenter.org.

HIKE. 2 p.m. Join a 1-mile hike to learn how Weymouth Woods became public lands, what it does to preserve the ecosystem, and about all the fun that you can find there. Weymouth Woods Nature Preserve, 1024 Fort Bragg Road, Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-2167.

FAMILY FUN SERIES. 3 – 4 p.m. Enjoy the retelling of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. BPAC, Sandhills Community College, 3395 Airport Road, Pinehurst. Info: bpac@sandhills.edu or www.ticketmesandhills.com.

Tuesday, September 26

BOOK LAUNCH. 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. The Country Bookshop welcomes Mary Kay Andrews for the book launch of Bright Lights, Big Christmas. The Country Bookshop, 140 N.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info and tickets: www.ticketmesandhills.com.

TEEN WRITING CLUB. 4 p.m. Are you interested in creative writing and storytelling, connecting with other writers and getting feedback on your work? Join us for the Teen Creative Writing Club. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: www.sppl.net or email kbroughey@sppl.net.

MUSICIANS’ JAM SESSION. 6 – 9 p.m. Bring your own instrument and beverage or just come and enjoy the music. Attendees must have the COVID vaccination. Free admission, registration required. Weymouth Center for the Arts & Humanities, 555 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: www.weymouthcenter.org.

Thursday, September 28

DOUGLASS CENTER BOOK CLUB. 10:30 a.m. Multiple copies of the selected book are available for checkout at the library. The Douglass Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: mmiller@sppl.net.

MEDICAL MINUTES. 1 – 2 p.m. Adults 55 and older are invited to learn about different topics beneficial to the senior community. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

SOUL FLOW. 6:30 p.m. For adults 55 and older. Join a gentle flow guaranteed to soothe the mind, body and soul. A mixture of yin and restorative yoga. Great for all levels. Cost is $12 for residents and $17 for non-residents. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

Friday, September 29

TECH HOUR. 11 a.m. Do you have any questions about using your cellphone, tablet, or laptop? Come to the library’s Tech Hour to receive help from our technology librarian. Info: msilva@sppl.net.

Saturday, September 30

MUSIC. 7 – 8:15 p.m. Larry, Steve & Rudy: The Gatlin Brothers, perform in a BPAC Mainstage Series. Owens Auditorium, 3395 Airport Road, Pinehurst. Info and tickets: www.ticketmesandhills.com.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Sunday, October 1

BOOK EVENT. 2 – 3 p.m. The Country Bookshop welcomes Diane Flynt to talk about her book, Wild, Tamed, Lost, Revived, The Surprising Story of Apples in the South. The Country Bookshop, 140 N.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info and tickets: www.ticketmesandhills.com.

Friday, October 6

SALE AND RAFFLE. 2 p.m. Come shop the annual White Elephant Sale and Raffle for gently used furniture, art, household items, toys, baked goods and more. The sneak peek sale is Oct. 6 from 2 – 6 p.m., the sale is Oct. 7 from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Oct. 8 from 8 a.m. – 11 a.m. No entry fee for Oct. 7 and 8. Proceeds benefit Sacred Heart Church Ministries and Moore County charitable organizations. Founders Hall, intersection of N.C. 211 and Dundee Road, Pinehurst. Info: (910) 295-0704.

Friday, October 13

CASINO ROYALE. 6 – 9 p.m. Celebrate Carolina Horse Park’s 25th anniversary with casino games like roulette, craps, blackjack and poker, plus raffles to spend your winnings. Enjoy an extensive silent auction, hors d’oeuvres and open bar. Put on your best cocktail attire for a fun night out with friends. Tickets are $85 for one and $150 for two. Village Pine Venue, 1628 McCaskill Road, Carthage. Info: www.carolinahorsepark.com.

Saturday, October 14

HERITAGE FAIR AND SALE. 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. The Heritage Fair offers unique vendors, food, live music and demonstrations of old-time crafts, treasure sales and farm animals for petting. In conjunction with the Heritage Fair is the Moore Treasures Sale where there will be collectibles, pottery, jewelry, art, antiques, vintage books, toys, glassware and more. Free admission. The Shaw House, 110 W. Morganton Road, Southern Pines.

WEEKLY EVENTS

Mondays

WORKSPACES. 7 a.m. – 3p.m. The Given Tufts Bookshop has a new pop-in co-workspace open on Mondays and Thursdays in the upstairs conference room. Bookshop floor and private meeting room by reservation only. Info:
www.giventuftsfoundation.com.

WORKOUTS. 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Adults 55 and older are invited to get their workout on. Open Monday through Friday. Cost for six months: $15/resident; $30/non-resident. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

CHAIR YOGA. 9 – 10 a.m. For adults 55 and older. Help offset body aches encountered with desk work. This is an accessible yoga class for bodies not able to easily get up from and down to the floor. Do standing or sitting in a chair. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

WALK WITH EASE. 10 – 11 a.m. For adults 55 and older. Don’t miss out on this free health program proven to reduce joint pain and stiffness and improve energy, stamina, strength, balance, activity and independence. Classes continue each week through Sept. 20. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

STRENGTH AND BALANCE WORKOUT. 11 – 11:45 a.m. Adults 55 and older are invited to enjoy a brisk workout that focuses on balance and strength. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

RESTORATIVE YOGA. 12 p.m. For adults 55 and older. Practice gentle movements to improve well-being. Practice movements that may help alleviate pain and improve circulation. Bring your own mat. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

GAME ON. 1 p.m. For adults 55 and older. You and your friends are invited to come out and play various games such as corn hole, badminton, table tennis, shuffleboard, trivia games and more. Each week enjoy a different activity to keep you moving and thinking. Compete with friends and make new ones all for free. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

TAI CHI. 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. For adults 55 and older. Improve your balance both mentally and physically, which can significantly reduce the rate of falls in older adults, while improving relaxation, vitality, posture and immunity. Classes continue each week through October 18. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

BRIDGE. 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. For adults 55 and older. Enjoy games of bridge with friends. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

SOUTHERN SOUL LINE DANCING. 6 p.m. No experience necessary, put on your comfy shoes and groove to some funky tunes with funk master Terry Julius. For adults 55 and older. Cost is $6 for Southern Pines residents and $9 for non-residents.

Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

MUSIC BINGO. 6 p.m. Music bingo with DJ Mike. Come have a blast and try to identify the tune before the next song starts. Southern Pines Brewing Company, 565 Air Tool Dr., Southern Pines. Info: www.southernpinesbrewing.com.

Tuesdays

PLAYFUL LEARNING. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Come for a drop-in, open playtime for ages birth – 3 years to interact with other children and have educational playtime. Given Memorial Library, 150 Cherokee Road, Pinehurst. Info: (910) 295-3642.

HATHA YOGA. 10 – 11 a.m. For adults 55 and older. Increase your flexibility, balance, stability and muscle tone while learning the basic principles of alignment and breathing. You may gain strength, improve circulation and reduce chronic pain as we practice gentle yoga postures and mindfulness. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

BABY RHYMES. 10:30 a.m. Baby Rhymes is specially designed for the youngest learners (birth-2) and their caregivers. Repetition and comforting movements make this story time perfect for early development and brain growth. There will be a duplicate session at 11 a.m. An active library card is required. Dates this month are Sept. 12, 19 and 26. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info:
(910) 692-8235 or www.sppl.net.

HEALING YOGA. 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Adults 55 and older can try an entry-level class, for a mind and body workout that fuses dance moves with gentle aerobics, tai chi and yoga. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

GAME DAY. 12 p.m. Enjoy bid whist and other cool games all in the company of great friends. For adults 55 and older. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

TEEN TUESDAYS. 4 – 5 p.m. Teens in middle and high school can join us every week to connect with other teens in a fun and safe space. Each week is a different topic or activity. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: www.sppl.net.

CONVERSATION SERIES. 6:30 p.m. The West Southern Pines Civic Club and the Bold Initiative Team of Brownson Memorial Presbyterian Church sponsor this 10-week Zoom series on “Communities United Against Racism.” In a respectful multicultural atmosphere, explore differences and similarities with your Sandhills neighbors. Everyone can share their personal life experiences promoting honest dialogue and non-judgmental listening. The series goes from Sept. 12 through Nov. 14. Register at
https://tinyurl.com/SFFEC2023.

TRIVIA. 7 p.m. Trivia with DJ Mike. Current events and pop culture. Winner gets a brewery gift card. Southern Pines Brewing Company, 205 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: www.southernpinesbrewing.com.

TABLE TENNIS. 7 – 9 p.m. Enjoy playing this exciting game every Tuesday. Cost for six months is $15 for residents of Southern Pines and $30 for non-residents. For adults 55 and older. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

Wednesdays

HUMMINGBIRD BANDING. 8:30 – 11 a.m. Join Susan Campbell, Weymouth woods park naturalist and hummingbird expert, for a banding demonstration and Q&A on the ecology and behavior of the ruby-throated hummingbird. Weymouth Woods Visitor Center, 1024 Fort Bragg Rd., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-2167.

CHAIR YOGA. 10 – 11 a.m. For adults 55 and older. Help offset body aches encountered with desk work. This is an accessible yoga class for bodies not able to easily get up from and down to the floor. Do standing or sitting in a chair. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

WALK WITH EASE. 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. For adults 55 and older. Don’t miss this free health program designed to reduce joint pain and stiffness and improve energy, stamina, strength, balance, activity and independence. Classes continue each week through Sept. 20. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

LEARN AND PLAY. 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Come in for an open play date with your toddler or preschooler where there will be developmental toys and puzzles as well as early literacy tips on display for parents and caregivers to incorporate in their daily activities. Dates this month are Sept. 6, 13, 20 and 27. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-8235 or www.sppl.net.

LINE DANCING. 12 – 1 p.m. Looking for new ways to get your daily exercise in and care for yourself? Try line dancing. For adults 55 and older. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

SLOW AND STRETCHY. 12 – 1 p.m. Adults 55 and older can flow through yoga poses slowly and intentionally, breath to movement, stretching everything from your head to your toes. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

CHAIR VOLLEYBALL. 1 – 2 p.m. For adults 55 and older. Get fit while having fun. Free to participate. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

BRIDGE. 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. For adults 55 and older. Enjoy games of bridge with friends. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

DANCE. 2 – 2:30 p.m. For adults 55 and older. Instructor Maria Amaya will introduce you to dance fitness in this class designed for anyone who wants to gently and gradually increase cardio function, mobility and balance and have fun at the same time. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

LINE DANCING. 2 p.m. The town of Vass will host line dancing for seniors every other Wednesday. Cost is $5 per session. Vass Town Hall, 140 S. Alma St., Vass. Info: www.townofvassnc.gov.

SANDHILLS FARMERS MARKET. 3 – 6 p.m. The Sandhills Farmers Market features some of the many wonderful farms, nurseries, bakeries, meat and egg providers, cheesemakers and specialty food producers our area has to offer. You will find this incredible mix of vendors through Oct. 1. Tufts Memorial Park, 1 Village Green Road, Pinehurst. Info: www.vopnc.org.

LIBRARY PROGRAM. 3:30 p.m. At The Library After School (ATLAS) is an after-school program for kindergartners through second graders who enjoy activities, crafts, stories and learning. Dates this month are Sept. 13, 20 and 27. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-8235 or www.sppl.net.

POWER VINYASA FLOW. 4 – 5 p.m. For adults 18 and older. Explore the mind/body connection, using your breath to guide you through powerful flowing movements in a no-judgement space. Created for all experience levels. Cost is $6 for residents and $9 for non-residents. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

TAI CHI. 6:30 p.m. Come learn tai chi. There is no age limit and the classes are open to the public. Cost is $10 per class. Seven Lakes West Community Center, 556 Longleaf Drive, Seven Lakes. Info: (910) 400-5646.

YOGA. 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Grab your yoga mat and head to Hatchet for a yoga session with Brady. Session cost is $10. Hatchet Brewing Company, 490 S.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info:
www.hatchetbrewing.com.

Thursdays

WORKSPACES. 7 a.m. – 3p.m. The Given Tufts Bookshop has a new pop-in co-workspace open on Mondays and Thursdays in the upstairs conference room. Bookshop floor and private meeting room by reservation only. Info:
www.giventuftsfoundation.com.

MOORE COUNTY FARMERS MARKET. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. The year-round market features “producer only” vendors within a 50-mile radius providing fresh, local and seasonal produce, fruits, pasture meats, eggs, potting plants, cut flowers and local honey. Crafts, baked goods, jams and jellies are also available. Market is located at the Armory Sports Complex, 604 W. Morganton Road, Southern Pines.

GIVEN STORY TIME. 10 a.m. Bring your preschooler to enjoy stories, songs and activities. Given Memorial Library, 150 Cherokee Road, Pinehurst. Info: (910) 295-3642.

BALANCE AND FLEXIBILITY. 10 – 11 a.m. Adults 55 and older are invited to enjoy a class that will help reduce the risk of taking a tumble and increase your ability to recover. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

CROCHET CLUB. 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Adults 55 and older are invited to come with friends to create fun designs and memories. Supplies provided. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info:
(910) 692-7376.

MUSIC AND MOTION. 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Does your toddler like to move and groove? Join outdoor Music and Motion to get those wiggles out and work on gross and fine motor skills. For 2 – 5-year-olds. An active library card is required. Dates this month are Sept. 14, 21 and 28. Southern Pines Public Library, 170 W. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-8235 or www.sppl.net.

ZUMBA. 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Adults 55 and older are invited to get and stay fit by joining this free Zumba dance workout series. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

ADAPTIVE YOGA. 12 – 1 p.m. Adults 55 and older can enjoy yoga that meets you where you are. Create a sense of balance and ease by slowly increasing your range of motion and mobility while maintaining your natural abilities. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

CHESS AND MAHJONG. 1 p.m. For adults 55 and older. All levels welcome. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

MEDITATION. 1 – 2 p.m. Adults 55 and older are invited to connect with nature and with yourself in this 30-minute meditation. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

CABIN TOURS. 1 – 4 p.m. The Moore County Historical Association’s Shaw House grounds, cabins and gift shop are open for tours and visits. The restored tobacco barn features the history of children’s roles in the industry. Docents are ready to host you and the cabins are open Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Shaw House, 110 W. Morganton Road, Southern Pines. Info:
(910) 692-2051 or www.moorehistory.com.

TRIVIA. 6 p.m. Trivia with Hallie. Current events and pop culture. Winner gets a brewery gift card. Southern Pines Brewing Company, 565 Air Tool Drive, Southern Pines. Info:
www.southernpinesbrewing.com.

ORCHESTRA REHEARSALS. 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. The Moore Philharmonic Orchestra has weekly rehearsals. Membership is open to youth and adult community members and there is no fee to join. Pinecrest High School, 250 Voit Gilmore Lane, Southern Pines. Info: www.mporchestra.com or email moorephilharmonicorchestra@gmail.com.

TRIVIA NIGHT. 7 – 9 p.m. Come enjoy a beer and some trivia. Hatchet Brewing Company, 490 S.W. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info:
www.hatchetbrewing.com.

Fridays

AEROBIC DANCE.  9 – 10 a.m. For adults 55 and older. Enjoy this low-to-moderate impact class with energizing music for an overall cardio and strength workout. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

TAP CLASS. 10 – 11:30 a.m. For adults 55 and older. All levels welcome. Cost per class: $15/resident; $30/non-resident. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

QIGONG. 1 p.m. For adults 55 and older. Classes will consist of chair and standing movements that can help soothe achy feet, tight hips and low back pain and ease restriction in mobility. Free of charge. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

BRIDGE. 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. For adults 55 and older. Enjoy games of bridge with friends. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

LINE DANCING. 3 – 4 p.m. For adults 55 and older. If you’re interested in learning dance moves and building confidence on the dance floor, this class is for you. Leave your inhibitions at the door and join in. Cost is: $36 for residents and $52 for non-residents per month. Cost is for a monthly membership. Douglass Community Center, 1185 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Southern Pines. Info: (910) 692-7376.

Saturdays

MOORE COUNTY FARMERS MARKET. 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. The market features “producer only” vendors within a 50-mile radius providing fresh, local and seasonal produce, fruits, pasture meats, eggs, potting plants, cut flowers and local honey. Crafts, baked goods, jams and jellies are also available. Downtown Southern Pines, 156 S.E. Broad St., Southern Pines. Info:
www.moorecountyfarmersmarket.com.

SANDHILLS FARMERS MARKET. 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. The Sandhills Farmers Market features some of the many wonderful farms, nurseries, bakeries, meat and egg providers, cheesemakers and specialty food producers our area has to offer. You will find this incredible mix of vendors through October 1. Tufts Memorial Park, 1 Village Green Road, Pinehurst. Info: www.vopnc.org.  PS

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