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Wake Forest, NC: Freedom Walk to highlight Saturday’s Juneteenth Celebration

June 14, 2022 Guest Author or Contributor

The Northeast Community Coalition will host Wake Forest’s 2022 Juneteenth Celebration, this Saturday, June 18, 2022, at The Dubois Center, 518 N Franklin Street, Wake Forest, North Carolina. Free and open to the public, the […]

Photo from FCAC Writers Retreat. Source: Jackie Dove-Miller
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Register Now for Writers Spring Retreat in Durham, NC on Apr. 23

April 13, 2022 Guest Author or Contributor

There is still time to sign up to attend the Franklin County Arts Council’s Writers Guild Spring Retreat on Saturday, April 23, 2022.  The Retreat is being held at Rolling View State Park’s Community Building […]

K9 Marshall of the Wake Forest Fire Department. Source: Bill Crabtree, Town of Wake Forest
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Wake Forest, NC Fire Department Welcomes New K9

February 9, 2022 Guest Author or Contributor

The Wake Forest Fire Department has a new four-legged recruit. Marshall, a 16-month-old black Labrador from Bogota, Colombia, has joined the department as its new ignitable liquid detecting canine. In this role, he will help […]

Wake Forest Fire Department remotely operated vehicle. Source: Bill Crabtree, Town of Wake Forest
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Wake Forest, NC: Remotely Operated Vehicle to Expedite Fire Department’s Underwater Rescue & Recovery Efforts

January 20, 2022 Guest Author or Contributor

The Wake Forest Fire Department recently purchased a Deep Trek Pivot Submersible remotely operated vehicle (ROV) to help facilitate and expedite underwater searches and recoveries in Wake County and beyond. “Only a handful of people […]

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Wake Forest, NC: Current & Aspiring Entrepreneurs sought for “Launch Wake Forest”

January 12, 2022 Guest Author or Contributor

The Town of Wake Forest and a network of local partners invite current and aspiring entrepreneurs to apply for LaunchWakeForest. The initiative will offer up to 15 selected students a 13-week business course, business mentorship, planning […]

2022 Wake Forest Film Festival, A Light in the Forest. Source: Town of Wake Forest
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2022 Wake Forest Film Festival Lineup Announced

January 9, 2022 Guest Author or Contributor

The Wake Forest Film Festival (WFFF) has announced its 2022 program lineup scheduled for Friday-Saturday, March 4-5, 2022, at the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre, 405 S Brooks Street, Wake Forest, North Carolina. Entitled “A Light […]

The writing Day Retreat Location is Rolling View Community Building. Photo: Donna Campbell Smith
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2022 FCAC Writers’ “Spring Retreat” Guest Speaker Announced

January 6, 2022 Donna Campbell Smith

The Franklin County Arts Council’s Writers Guild will hold their annual Writers Retreat on April 23, 2022. The Guild is excited to announce that David Halperin, author of the popular book Journal of a UFO […]

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America Recycles Day Paper Shredding Event in Wake Forest, NC on Nov. 15

November 12, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

The Town of Wake Forest and the Local Government Federal Credit Union will celebrate “America Recycles Day” on Monday, November 15, 2021, by co-sponsoring a drive-thru paper shredding event. Free and open to the public, […]

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Wake Forest, NC: Fall Foliage Tours Wednesday & Saturday at Joyner Park

November 2, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

Area residents are invited to enjoy the vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows of autumn while also learning about native trees during a series of “Fall Foliage Tours” this week at E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris […]

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Wake Forest, NC: Free Webinar on Adult Day Care and Seniors Services is Oct. 28

October 24, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

The Town of Wake Forest, North Carolina, is partnering with Aging Care Matters and the Northern Wake Senior Center to host a free webinar, Adult Day Care Programs & Services for Seniors, on Thursday, October […]

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Wake Forest, NC: Halloween Boo Bash in Joyner Park on Oct. 21

October 10, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

The Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will sponsor a Halloween Boo Bash on Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021, 4:30-7:30pm, at E. Carroll Joyner Park. Presented by Capital Chevrolet, the Halloween Boo Bash […]

Community Celebration of the Arts 2021. Source: Town of Wake Forest, NC
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Wake Forest, NC “Community Celebration of the Arts” is Oct. 9

September 28, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

The Public Art Commission, Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources, and ARTS Wake Forest are partnering to host a special Community Celebration of the Arts on Saturday, October 9, 2021, 10am-1pm, at the Alston-Massenburg […]

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Public Power Week Trivia Contest open to Wake Forest Power customers, 3 will Win Free Electricity

September 16, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

The Town of Wake Forest and Wake Forest Power (WFP) are joining more than 2,000 not-for-profit utilities in celebrating Public Power Week October 3-9, 2021. Although this year’s Energy Expo and other in-person customer appreciation […]

2022 Wake Forest Film Festival. Source: Town of Wake Forest
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Renaissance Centre Seeks Entries to Wake Forest Film Festival, Volunteer Film Judges Needed

September 10, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

Mark your calendars for a cinematic tour de force. The Third Annual Wake Forest Film Festival is scheduled for March 4-5, 2022, at the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre, 405 S Brooks Street, Wake Forest, North […]

Spirits of Wake Forest 2021 ghost walks flyer. Source: Town of Wake Forest
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“Spirits of Wake Forest” Ghost Walks Return to Downtown on Sept. 30

September 7, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

Ghost Walk Tickets On Sale Beginning Sept. 8 If you’re looking for a “hauntingly” good time this fall season, then don’t miss the “Spirits of Wake Forest” ghost walk in downtown Wake Forest, North Carolina. […]

Six Sundays in Fall 2021. Source: Town of Wake Forest, North Carolina
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Wake Forest, NC: “Six Sundays in Fall” begins with Sensory Expressions Free Concert on Sept. 5

September 2, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

From Reggae to Motown and Salsa to Jazz, there’s something for all music lovers at this year’s Six Sundays in Fall concert series. Sponsored by the Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department […]

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Wake Forest, NC: Crush to Headline “Friday Night on White” Event on Sept. 10

August 29, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

Popular party band Crush will headline the one and only Friday Night on White (FNOW) of the year on Friday, September 10, 2021, 6-9pm. The free outdoor concert will be held along South White Street […]

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Wake Forest, NC: Community invited to COVID Vaccine Information Webinar on Aug. 19

August 5, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

The Town of Wake Forest is partnering with WakeMed and the Wake County Public Health Department to host a free webinar on COVID-19 vaccinations on Thursday, August 19, 2021, 6-7pm. “COVID-19 Vaccines: Separating Fact from […]

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Wake Forest, NC: Local Businesses Invited to Register for Expo on Aug. 24

July 21, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

The Town of Wake Forest is inviting local companies interested in learning more about “doing business” with the Town and its community partners to a How to Do Business Networking, Reception & Table Expo on […]

One of the five WFFD stations. Source: Wake Forest Fire Department
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Wake Forest, NC: Fire Department Centennial to Kick-off with Flag Raising

July 19, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

The Wake Forest Fire Department (WFFD) will commence its year-long Centennial Celebration with a special flag-raising ceremony on Wednesday, August 4, 2021, at 11am. The commemoration will take place in Town Hall’s Centennial Plaza, 301 […]

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Wake Forest, NC: Family Movie Nights Return Jul. 24 & Aug. 7

July 19, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

The Town of Wake Forest’s Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department will host Family Movie Nights this summer. Free and open to the public, the film series will feature “Aladdin” on Saturday, July 24, […]

FCAC Writers' Guild will hold a Retreat & meeting at Falls Lake, Shelter 23. Photo: Donna Campbell Smith
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Franklin County, NC: Next FCAC Writers’ Guild Public Retreat is Jun. 30

June 20, 2021 Kay Whatley

The Franklin County Arts Council (FCAC) Writers’ Guild will host Fifth Wednesday Writing Retreats on the fifth Wednesday of each month that has a fifth Wednesday in it. These Writers’ Guild events are open to all […]

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Wake Forest, NC: Town’s Independence Day Celebration Returns July 3-4, 2021

June 3, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

Two days’ worth of free fun and excitement await you and your family at Wake Forest’s 2021 Independence Day Celebration. For complete details, visit bit.ly/WFIndependenceDay.   Fireworks Spectacular This year’s festivities get underway with the […]

FCAC Writers' Guild will hold a Retreat & meeting at Falls Lake, Shelter 23. Photo: Donna Campbell Smith
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FCAC Writers’ Guild to Hold Public Retreat at Falls Lake on Mar. 31

March 31, 2021 Kay Whatley

RESCHEDULED due to weather! New date and location to be announced. _________ The Franklin County Arts Council (FCAC) Writers’ Guild is holding a public retreat and Guild meeting at Falls Lake State Recreational Area on […]

Produce at a farmer's market. Source: Kay Whatley.
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Farmers Markets Openings Soon, Several Open on Mar. 5 or 6, 2021

March 4, 2021 Kay Whatley

Compiled by Kay Whatley, Editor This farmers markets list may include locations in ther North Carolina counties of Edgecombe, Franklin, Nash, Johnston, Wake, Wayne, Wilson, and beyond. While several markets are open, vendor opportunities are […]

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Learn about Soil & Composting during Virtual “Tree Talk” on Feb. 25

February 14, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

Presented as part of the Town of Wake Forest’s Urban Forestry Program The Urban Forestry Board will host a free virtual “Tree Talk” on Thursday, February 25, 2021, at 6:30pm. Led by Urban Forestry Coordinator […]

Show Some Love campaign to Keep Wake Forest Clean. Source: Town of Wake Forest, North Carolina
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Wake Forest, NC: “Show Some Love” by Picking Up Litter along Streets and Roadways

February 9, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

The Town of Wake Forest is inviting individuals and families to join the “Show Some Love, #KeepWFclean” campaign by picking up trash in their neighborhoods and along local streets and roadways. Designed to encourage maximum […]

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Current and Aspiring Entrepreneurs: Apply for “Launch Wake Forest”

January 21, 2021 Guest Author or Contributor

  The Town of Wake Forest and a network of local partners invite current and aspiring entrepreneurs to apply for LaunchWakeForest. The initiative will offer up to 20 selected students a 13-week business course, business […]

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The holiday season draws people together, often over food.  This year, rather than using carrots, apples, or chocolate in holiday goodies, try switching it up with recipes that include olives.  Yes, olives. Olives from Spain have introduced […]

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