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Facebook Recap, Feb. 23

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Quinones Miller) — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 02:00:00 +0000

Important: There will be no Weekend Roundup this weekend. There are plenty of events, I just don't have time to format them into the Roundup with my sister's medical needs. You can still make weekend plans and find out what's happening though.

Alternative: For those who don't like Facebook, just skip over to the SocialSanford Calendar page. If you are a Facebook user, click here for SocialSanford's Facebook Calendar page. **Note that the Facebook calendar doesn't seem to work with some mobile phones.**

We'll be back on schedule next week! Thank you for understanding. ~Kelly

Today's recap:

Want to do something different tonight? Paint a glass candle holder at The Painted Petal (6-8pm)! Just $35 covers all your instruction and supplies. Sign up at this link.

Thursdays mean a brand new selection of Dandalia Bakery cupcakes at Added Accents and Kathryn’s Hallmark! Click over to find out which flavors you get to choose from this week!

There’s another bible study tonight. This one’s at the Lee County Arts Center (507 N Steele Street) from 7pm-9pm. Go early (6pm) to share a meal.

If you’re planning to grab dinner out tonight, swing by Chick-Fil-A of Sanford and tell them you’re there for the Boys & Girls Club spirit night (5-8pm). The restaurant will donate 10% of your meal price back to the Club.

How about a fun giveaway? Baby Cakes and Clips is giving away some free bows when they reach 90 and 95 likes. All you have to do to enter is like their page!

There are still a few tickets left for CARA’s “Holly Fund” benefit dinner at The Steele Pig (Feb. 27, 6:30pm). Attend this formal event and five-course meal for just $65!

Facebook Recap, Feb. 22

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Quinones Miller) — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:00:00 +0000

Today's recap:

Want to network with other women? Attend an information session for the Women’s Professional Networking (WPN) group at Steele Street Cafe today (11am). This first meeting is free!

There’s more Zumba, pilates, and kids’ meal deals tonight in our area. Check our calendar for details and make your plans!

Looking for an Ash Wednesday service? St Luke UMC (2916 Wicker Street) is holding theirs at 6:30pm. The community is welcome to attend!

There’s another free seminar tomorrow at the Civic Center. Learn from the experts how to get money to start a new business (10am-noon). Call 919-774-6442 or e-mail sbc@cccc.edu to register!

It’s Trivia Night at Steele Street Cafe (7pm). Get your team together and go win a prize. Being smart is fun!

Go hear Toucan Jam at Goodfellas tonight (until 10pm). Let off some mid-week steam!
Weekend Roundup time is fast approaching. Submit your weekend news and events via email to kelly@socialsanford.com!

The social buzz:

Note that the recap posts for today through Thursday were planned in advance due to Kelly's sister's kidney transplant. Please check the SocialSanford Facebook page in case any of the above posts were bumped for other, more timely content. Thanks for your understanding!

Facebook Recap, Feb. 21

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Quinones Miller) — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 02:00:00 +0000

Today's recap:

Don’t miss out on the free seminar on entrepreneurship today at the Civic Center (10am-noon). Call 919-774-6442 or e-mail sbc@cccc.edu to let ‘em know you’re coming.

Want to try something decadent tonight? Stop by the Steele Street Cafe at 7pm for a Dove Chocolate tasting party! Grab dinner or a glass of wine while you’re there.

Calvary United Pentecostal Church (Lemon Springs Road) is hosting a new bible study group for women every other Tuesday night starting tonight (6-8pm). The study is for all women throughout the community. Call 919-353-8607 for details.

Have you RSVPed for the networking lunch-and-learn at the Chamber tomorrow (11:30am)? It’s just $10 for members and will give you all the tools to take the work out of networking. Call the Chamber (919-775-7341) to register!

Get $150 worth of photography from Tabitha Jennings Photography for just $59 today through February 26 on Groupon. Just click the link below to buy in!

There are lots of restaurants offering great deals on kids’ meals tonight or hit up some fun, local fitness options. It’s all in the Guides section on www.socialsanford.com!

Get up early and check out a Cage Fitness class at Black Belt Leadership Academy (Westover Drive, 8:30am). Pricing and other details are here.

The social buzz:

Note that the recap posts for today through Thursday were planned in advance due to the kidney transplant mentioned yesterday. Please check the SocialSanford Facebook page in case any of the above posts were bumped for other, more timely content. Thanks for your understanding!

Facebook Recap, Feb. 20

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Quinones Miller) — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 04:38:00 +0000

Housekeeping note: My sister Ashley is having a kidney transplant in the morning (prayers welcome). Therefore, two new admins will be taking over for the rest of this week. Thank you to Sara Harrington and Ashley Thompson for making it easy for me to focus on my family! ~Kelly

Today's recap:

This year’s Fitness Fest will be on April 29th. The organizers are looking for vendors! Click over to learn more about the opportunities or go to www.sanfordfitnessfest.com.

Want to win unlimited drop-in childcare for the whole month of March? Go like the Kidz Junction page. At 500 likes, they’ll pull a winner!

There are several seminars coming up this week, including entrepreneurship tomorrow at the Civic Center (10am), networking on Wednesday at the Chamber (11:30am), and financing on Thursday(10am). Check our calendar for exact details and RSVP info!

Go hear Rodney Dillard & The Dillard Band at The Temple Theatre Company tomorrow night (7-9pm). Tickets are just $25!

The social buzz:

Bring your kids to the Jaycee Hut on Saturday for a kids' gun safety class taught by Alex Reid. The event is free and you don't have to own a gun to attend. Light refreshments will be available.

Weekend Roundup, Feb. 17-19

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Quinones Miller) — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 05:46:00 +0000

Heads up, Socialites. this month's sponsor is the Central Carolina Jaycees, an organization that develops leaders while making Lee County a better place. Check 'em out!

Skip ahead:

Friday in and around Sanford/Lee County NC

Get in shape with fitness kickboxing at Black Belt Leadership Academy (8-9am). Looking for other fun and local fitness opportunities? Check out our “Get Fit, Have Fun” fitness guide.

Get your Dandalia Bakery cupcakes at Added Accents and Kathryn’s Hallmark today. This week's special is Strawberry Sundae (vanilla cupcake, strawberry frosting, drizzled chocolate, and a cherry on top). You can also get Kahlua & Kream, Reese’s, German Chocolate, Red Velvet, and Peppermint!

Go star gaze at Clapping Hands Farm (3348 Alston Chapel Road in Pittsboro NC) tonight from 4:30pm (firm start) until 8pm. They’ll have a telescope, etc available to use. Bring some food to share around the campfire. Register at louiseok@mindspring.com.

Go play cornhole with the Broadway Optimists at Lett Family Ball Park (6-10pm). The game will go in 8-player rounds and will work on a point system. This is a great way to earn prizes, dinner, or more opportunities to play.

Woohoo - Sanford Academy is opening its doors to everyone tonight! Open gym will run from 7-10pm for either $7/hour or $15 for the whole night. Go have some fun!

Fight Like A Girl, the new self-defense course for women and girls (ages 10+) starts tonight (7:30pm). Don't miss out on this fun way to get fit and prepare yourself to fend off any attack. Space is limited -- call Crystal at 910-695-5229 to make sure there's room.

Neil Simon’s “The Odd Couple” is on-stage at the Temple Theatre today (8pm). Tickets are $22 for adults and $12 for children and students.

Go listen to great live music at the Steele Street Cafe. Musicians from the bands Resonance and Lost Cause will be playing together will go onstage starting at 9pm.

Saturday in Sanford/Lee County NC

Get breakfast from the Sanford Women’s League at an Applebee’s Flapjack Fundraiser (7:30-10am). They’ll be selling pancakes and sausage for just $7 per plate.

Go shop a special yard sale at Depot Park to benefit the Kidney Cutie, Ashley Quinones (10am-5pm). Anyone can join in for $20, which will go directly to Ashley’s medical fund. Call 919-777-7154 for details.

Release stress with Tree of Life’s 10am pilates/yoga (PiYo) class at 116 Steele Street (2nd floor). Come back tomorrow for the children’s version. Each class is $5.

Get your Dandalia Bakery cupcakes at Added Accents and Kathryn’s Hallmark today. This week's special is Strawberry Sundae (vanilla cupcake, strawberry frosting, drizzled chocolate, and a cherry on top). You can also get Kahlua & Kream, Reese’s, German Chocolate, Red Velvet, and Peppermint!

Take your kids (ages 4-15) to baseball clinic at the Broadway Optimist Ballpark (11am-2pm) taught by high school coaches and college-level players. The cost is $20/child and includes lunch.

Calling all music lovers! Local bands are holding the “Give Back Fest” benefit concert at the Jaycee Hut to support Holly’s Next Animal Rescue Center (1-11pm). There will be a $2 entry fee.

Grab dinner from the Johnsonville Community Center to support the Stop Harnett Landfill group. They’ll be holding a chili cook off starting at 4:30pm. $5 gets you a taste of all the competitors’ chili and a bowl of your favorite. There will also be a bake sale.

Support local charities at the Sanford Rotary Club Charity Gala this Saturday (6-9pm) at the Elks Lodge. There will be live music, dancing, casino-style games, a live auction, food, and more for just $50/couple. Contact David Nestor or Sam Silliman for tickets.

The Greg Gelb Jazz Trio and special guests will perform at Dreams Cafe & Gourmet (153 S. Horner Blvd) from 8-11pm. Admission is $15 and includes light refreshments.

Neil Simon’s “The Odd Couple” is on-stage at the Temple Theatre today (8pm). Tickets are $22 for adults and $12 for children and students.

Celebrate Mardi Gras at The Flame Steakhouse. The party starts at 9pm.

Saturday in the region surrounding Sanford/Lee County NC

If you're hunting antiques, you'll want to swing through Cameron today for the town's annual Winterfest clearance sale (10am-5pm). You'll find specials, discounts, and new items.

The Fearrington Folk Art Show is back! For the 10th year, the show is bringing folk art, demos, and interviews to the Fearrington Village Barn (10am-5pm). You’ll also be able to purchase work from more than 35 Southern folk artists.

Stop by the Carolina Brewery & Grill in Pittsboro for a free brewery tour and tasting (12pm and 1pm). The tours are free, but you must sign up at 919-545-2330.

If you'll be in Pinehurst, stop by Elliotts on Linden between noon and 4pm for free wine tasting. There will be cooking demonstrations at noon and 2pm.

Sunday in Sanford/Lee County NC

The Fearrington Folk Art Show is back! For the 10th year, the show is bringing folk art, demos, and interviews to the Fearrington Village Barn (10am-5pm). You’ll also be able to purchase work from more than 35 Southern folk artists.

Take a tour of the Piedmont Biofuels diodiesel plant in Pittsboro NC at 1pm. The event is free and you can just show up. However, the tours begin promptly and stragglers will likely miss out.

It’s time again for Sunday Dinner (1:30pm) at Celebrity Dairy Inn and Goat Dairy in Silk Hope. This month, the meal will celebrate the French countryside. The cost is $75/person and you must call 919-742-5176 to reserve your spot.

Neil Simon’s “The Odd Couple” is on-stage at the Temple Theatre today (2pm). Tickets are $22 for adults and $12 for children and students.

Feed the kids for free! From 10am to close, Firehouse Subs offers kids a free meal with an adult’s dine-in purchase -- and the kids get a firefighter hat. Click here to see kids meal specials for the whole week!

Help your kids relax by taking them to Tree of Life’s special pilates/yoga (PiYo) class for kids! There’s a class for kids ages 6-10 at 2pm and one for kids ages 3-5 at 3pm. Each class is $5.

Giveaways In the Sanford/Lee County NC region

Baby Cakes and Clips will hold a drawing for free bows as soon as they reach 80 likes. Click over and join in the fun!

Win a free photo shoot from Lisa Brooker Photography just for being a Socialite! To enter, go like her Facebook page and comment that you are a Socialite. When the page reaches 200 likes, she'll draw a winner.

Tax season is upon us. From now through April, H&R Block of Sanford will randomly select a winner for special prizes each week. Don’t miss out!

Carolina Artists’ Colony will holding a drawing for a snowman hand made by Tobacco Barn Creations when the page hits 600 likes. Make sure you’re in the running -- and be sure to tell your friends!

Want your event added to the Weekend Roundup? Post it in the comments or send it over to us by 5pm on Thursdays.

Facebook Recap, Feb. 16

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Quinones Miller) — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 04:31:00 +0000

Today's recap:

Heads up, horse lovers! Carolina Town & Country is holding a horse seminar tonight (6-8pm) at the store on Main Street. They'll feed you, and you'll get the chance to win some cool prizes. Check it out!

“The Odd Couple” starts at the Temple Theatre today (2pm). Make sure you get tickets for one of the several show times. They’re gonna go fast!

Go support The Bread Basket at a dinner benefit at the Civic Center tonight. Tickets are just $35 and you get a trip to the theatre!

Go hear Toucan Jam at The Flame Steakhouse tonight. The music starts at 6:30pm and you're guaranteed to have a great night!

There’s more Cage Fitness at Black Belt Leadership Academy tonight (8:15pm). There’s also Zumba at Studio C (7:15pm). Check out our calendar for specifics!

Facebook Recap, Feb. 15

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Quinones Miller) — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 00:49:00 +0000

Today's recap:

There are lots of great posts and offers on our Facebook page today. Click over and catch up so you don’t miss out on anything!

Support local charities at the Sanford Rotary Club Charity Gala this Saturday (6-9pm) at the Elks Lodge. There will be live music, dancing, casino-style games, a live auction, food, and more for just $50/couple. Contact David Nestor or Sam Silliman for tickets.

Have you heard the news? There are now two more chances to do Cage Fitness at Black Belt Leadership Academy -- and one of them's tonight at 7:30pm. The best part? It's great for all fitness levels!

Today’s the last day to register for the Broadway Optimists’ kids’ clinic this Saturday if you want a tee shirt. Otherwise you can register all the way up until the event starts. Click over for more details!

It’s Trivia Night at the Steele Street Cafe! The fun starts at 7pm. Go show your smarts and win a cool prize!

Go listen to Jeff Varner of Survivor fame at the Civic Center tomorrow (1-3pm). He’ll be sharing stories from his life as a television host, adventure seeker, and more. The talk is free and open to the public.

The social buzz:

Don’t forget to submit (or post) your weekend events to be included in the Weekend Roundup. We’re trying to get it out early this week so you have more time to plan your weekend!

Facebook Recap, Feb. 14

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Quinones Miller) — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 21:33:00 +0000

Today's recap:

Wow your Valentine with a free car wash, a jazz concert, and more. It's all in the Valentine's Day guide!

Don't forget about the Sanford Area Chamber of Commerce's am buzz networking event. It's this Thursday at 7:30am at the Chamber office on Steele Street. Extra incentive: If you attend the event and bring someone who has never come to am buzz before, the Chamber will give you a free raffle ticket good for any of the door prizes or the 50/50 drawing!

St Luke UMC is offering CREDO classes starting tomorrow (6:30pm). The 4-session course is meant to help high schoolers and young adults understand what it means to be a United Methodist and a disciple of Christ. Call 919-776-2012 to register.

Go listen to Jeff Varner of Survivor fame at the Civic Center on Thursday (1-3pm). He’ll be sharing stories from his life as a television host, adventure seeker, and more. The talk is free and open to the public.

The Harnett County Beekeepers’ beginners course starts this Thursday at Lillington Presbyterian Church (6:30pm). The fee is $45, including your book. Contact Gail at 919-639-4414 or hookuks@aol.com to register.

The social buzz:

Send in your weekend events. We'd love to get the Weekend Roundup out by Wednesday night!

Facebook Recap, Feb. 13

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Quinones Miller) — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 04:09:00 +0000

Today's recap:

Know high school or college students who’d like to work at Jordan Lake for the summer? They’re hiring for seasonal positions (full and part time)! Grab an application at this link.

Want to win a massage for your Valentine? Massage Therapy by Dixie Simpson is giving one away! All you have to do is post on their wall who in your life deserves a massage and why. The post with the most likes wins. (Contest ends at 7pm.) Update: Winner is Tammy Hebert.

2013 property revaluations are upon us. Inform yourself about what to expect and get answers to your questions by watching this video from the Lee County Tax Office.

It's not too late to make Valentine's day plans. Check out what's happening in our Valentine's Day guide and do something sweet for your special someone!

Mondays don’t have to be ho-hum. Tonight there’s bluegrass, ballroom dancing, Zumba, PiYo, and Jaycees and Republican women meetings. Get out and do something!

Local veterans would like to put together an old fashioned July 4th celebration — but they need your help. Click over and let them know how you can help make their dream a reality.

The social buzz:

Don't forget about the Sanford Area Chamber of Commerce's am buzz networking event. It's this Thursday at 7:30am at the Chamber office on Steele Street. Hope to see you there!

Weekend Roundup, Feb. 10-12

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Quinones Miller) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:59:00 +0000

Heads up, Socialites. this month's sponsor is the Central Carolina Jaycees, an organization that develops leaders while making Lee County a better place. Check 'em out!

Skip ahead:

Friday in and around Sanford/Lee County NC

[Find out about the Valentine's Day events happening in/around Sanford NC this weekend!]

Get in shape with fitness kickboxing at Black Belt Leadership Academy (8-9am). Looking for other fun and local fitness opportunities? Check out our “Get Fit, Have Fun” fitness guide.

Get your Dandalia Bakery cupcakes at Added Accents and Kathryn’s Hallmark today. This week is full of Valentine's themes and flavors, including a special heart-shaped tin full of mini-cupcakes. Get 'em before they're gone!

Go play cornhole with the Broadway Optimists at Lett Family Ball Park (6-10pm). The game will go in 8-player rounds and will work on a point system. This is a great way to earn prizes, dinner, or more opportunities to play.

Go watch Dirty Dancing on the big screen at the Stewart Theatre in Dunn NC (7:30pm). The cost is just a $5 donation to the Harnett Regional Theatre. Can you think of a better girls' night out plan?!

Fight Like A Girl, the new self-defense course for women and girls (ages 10+) starts tonight (7:30pm). Don't miss out on this fun way to get fit and prepare yourself to fend off any attack. Space is limited -- call Crystal at 910-695-5229 to make sure there's room.

Go listen to great live music at the Steele Street Cafe. Daniel Sean and Steve Harvell will go onstage starting at 9pm.

Saturday in Sanford/Lee County NC

[Find out about the Valentine's Day events happening in/around Sanford NC this weekend!]

Get breakfast from the Johnsonville Ruritan Club (8-11am). They’ll be selling pancakes at the Johnsonville Community Center on Hwy 24/27. Plates are $5 for adults and $3 for children.

Stop by the Shops of Steele Street (10am-5:30pm) for an open house. They’ll have refreshments, beverages, and unique gifts from local vendors.

Release stress with Tree of Life’s 10am pilates/yoga (PiYo) class at 116 Steele Street (2nd floor). Come back tomorrow for the children’s version. Each class is $5.

Calling all Zumba fans! The Sanford Nautilus is hosting "Dance Your Heart Out," a Zumbathon to benefit the American Heart Association (9:30am-noon). The event is free, but a minimum donation of $5 is encouraged. There will also be door prizes and a raffle!

Attend a "Hope for Autism" seminar this Saturday (10am-noon, $10) presented by Becky Givens at Theraplay (Chatham St). You'll get information about diet, alternate treatments, and more. Contact jeanine@theraplaync.com for more information.

Get your Dandalia Bakery cupcakes at Added Accents and Kathryn’s Hallmark today. This week is full of Valentine's themes and flavors, including a special heart-shaped tin full of mini-cupcakes. Get 'em before they're gone!

It’s time for the Second Saturday Cookout at the Raleigh Executive Jetport. Meet at the Wings of Carolina Flying Club Flight Center for lunch (12-1pm, $5) and then stick around for hangar flying.

Love chili? Go sample some and vote for your favorite at the Southern Brotherhood MC's Chili Cook-Off (5-7:30pm). The cost is $15 to enter your chili or $5 to eat.

Get a sitter and dress in your suits and stilettos for a grand opening party at Carli’s South Bar and Grill on Westover Drive. There will be a champagne toast at 7pm to kick off the evening.

Get your Tim Hair fix at The Flame (10pm). Tim and the AKM Band will be playing country favorites and more.

Go listen to great live music at the Steele Street Cafe. J.D Shaw and Bill Ayerbe will go onstage starting at 9pm.

Saturday in the region surrounding Sanford/Lee County NC

[Find out about the Valentine's Day events happening in/around Sanford NC this weekend!]

If your kids are interested in acting, they’ll want to attend a kids’ acting class at the Lillington Community Center (10-11am). The cost is $40 for non-members, but there are only 10 spots. Find out if there’s room for your child by calling 910-893-2864.

Stop by the Carolina Brewery & Grill in Pittsboro for a free brewery tour and tasting (12pm and 1pm). The tours are free, but you must sign up at 919-545-2330.

Today’s the day to sample Starrlight Mead’s slate of mead flavors (12-4pm). You can also sample Red Light Chocolate’s wares, which including a special mead-infused selection.

If you'll be in Pinehurst, stop by Elliotts on Linden between noon and 4pm for free wine tasting. There will be cooking demonstrations at noon and 2pm.

Head out to the Saxapahaw General Store for a wine tasting with Haw River Wine (6-8pm). You can pick up Goat Lady Dairy truffles and other local treats while you’re there.

Celebrate Mardi Gras with the Carolina Pines Ballroom Chapter 6091 USA Dance at 105 McReynolds Street in Carthage (7pm). There will be dinner, a complimentary dance lesson, and open doancing. bring an appetizer or other food to share.

Sunday in Sanford/Lee County NC

Take a tour of the Piedmont Biofuels diodiesel plant in Pittsboro NC at 1pm. The event is free and you can just show up. However, the tours begin promptly and stragglers will likely miss out.

Feed the kids for free! From 10am to close, Firehouse Subs offers kids a free meal with an adult’s dine-in purchase -- and the kids get a firefighter hat. Click here to see kids meal specials for the whole week!

Chatham County Council on Aging's 24th annual bakeoff runs from 3pm to 5pm at the Eastern Chatham Senior Center in Pittsboro. You can sample cakes and cheesecake with coffee or milk for $5/adult or $3/child.

Giveaways In the Sanford/Lee County NC region

Win a free photo shoot from Lisa Brooker Photography just for being a Socialite! To enter, go like her Facebook page and comment that you are a Socialite. When the page reaches 200 likes, she'll draw a winner.

Bronze Boutique is giving away free tanning lotion and more when the page reaches 414 likes. All you have to do to enter is click "like" on their page!

Tax season is upon us. From now through April, H&R Block of Sanford will randomly select a winner for special prizes each week. Don’t miss out!

Carolina Artists’ Colony will holding a drawing for a snowman hand made by Tobacco Barn Creations when the page hits 600 likes. Make sure you’re in the running -- and be sure to tell your friends!

Want your event added to the Weekend Roundup? Post it in the comments or send it over to us by 5pm on Thursdays.

Facebook Recap, Feb. 9

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Quinones Miller) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 04:30:00 +0000

Today's recap:

Have you heard about the community weight loss challenge? Black Belt Leadership Academy and others are pitching in to help get folks into shape -- completely free of charge. Follow and support them by clicking here!

Looking for a small commercial building to lease? The one beside Dale's Greenhouse & Garden Center on Hwy 1 is available! Get more info at 919-770-0919.

Dandalia Bakery has stocked Added Accents and Kathryn's Hallmark with Valentines themed cupcakes! Heart shaped, chocolate with ganache and raspberries, Hostess with the Mostess, Kisses, and more. There's also a special heart-shaped tin full of mini-cupcakes that's flying off the shelves. Get 'em before they're gone!

Attend a "Hope for Autism" seminar this Saturday (10am-noon, $10) presented by Becky Givens at Theraplay (Chatham St). You'll get information about diet, alternate treatments, and more. Register by sending an email to jeanine@theraplaync.com.

There's lots happening tonight .... and posting will be slim. Check the calendar for times, locations, and prices!

Facebook Recap, Feb. 8

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Quinones Miller) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 02:54:00 +0000

Today's recap:

If you haven't made Valentine's plans, now's the time. Several of the events listed in our Valentine's Day guide happen tomorrow. Take a look and make sure you don't miss out on something fantastic!

Hey, mystery fans. Go participate in the Chatham Community Library's monthly book discussion tonight (7pm). They'll be giving out copies of the next discussion book, Michael Malone's "Time's Witness." Pre-register at 919-545-8084!

Enrollment for Tramway Elementary (year round) for 2012-13 is open through February 17. Admission to the program will be based on state mandated class size, residency, and random drawing.

Calling all parents and educators of children with ADHD, PPD, ODD, etc: DRT Press in Pittsboro has put out a call for submissions for two new books to follow up on their newly released book "Easy to Love But Hard to Raise."

Tackle your business plan tomorrow at a *free* seminar at the Civic Center (9-11am). Kelly Klug of Lighthouse Documentation & Training will offer practical advice and a complete sample plan. Call 919-774-6442 to let them know you're coming!

The social buzz:

Get your news in for the Weekend Roundup as soon as you can. Our goal is to publish it early on Thursday -- which means more people will see (and make plans to attend) your event!

Facebook Recap, Feb. 7

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Quinones Miller) — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 03:50:00 +0000

Today's recap:

Just added four new events to our Valentine's Day guide, sponsored by Dandalia Bakery. Whether you want to celebrate with your partner, your kids, or your friends -- there's something for everyone! Let us help you make plans!

Earn extra money by selling your gently used items in the Sanford MOPS Mom-to-Mom Spring Sale (March 3). But act fast -- the deadline to register for a table is Feb. 14!

Calling all extreme couponers! Communities In Schools of Lee County is seeking couponers who'd like to participate in a contest that would help the community. Shoot an email to cisleedirector@windstream.net if you're interested!

We updated the Local Businesses page today. Want to be listed? Need to update your listing? Click here to give us the details! (Be sure to include links to your website, Facebook page, and any other online site.)

Want to shop in New York City without the hassle of planning? Take advantage of Red Eye NYC Trips' group deals! The next trip is scheduled for late April and there will be trips to DC and possibly Disney. Get details at redeyenyctrips@gmail.com!

Ready to win something? Enter giveaways at Afternoon Tea Gourmet Market & Tea Room, Bronze Boutique, Carolina Souvenirs, Carolina Artists' Colony, Lisa Brooker Photography, and H&R Block, Sanford, NC!

The social buzz:

Remember, you can check the SocialSanford calendar as often as you'd like to find out what's happening later in the week, month, or year. We're constantly updating it, but can only post so many items on the page!

Facebook Recap, Feb. 6

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Quinones Miller) — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 04:16:00 +0000

Today's recap:

Always wanted to learn how to dance ballroom? Tonight starts your chance! The Enrichment Center is offering free ballroom lessons on Monday nights (6:45pm) through March 12. Register by calling 776-0501 x2201!

We "3" Thrift Shop and More is holding a sale in the Wilrik Hotel ballroom (corner of Steele and Wicker streets). Stop by for deals starting at $0.50 and ranging from toys to clothes to furniture.

Quite a few giveaways posted on our page, including by Zumba with Cayce and Jennifer, Afternoon Tea Gourmet Market & Tea Room, and Lisa Brooker Photography. Click over and enter!

Are you interested in volunteering in the community? Family Promise Of Lee County, Inc. needs folks to answer the phone, work with the children, help with office stuff, and more. Call Sara at 919-718-1540 if you’d like to pitch in!

The United Way of Lee County invites all local nonprofits and ministries to submit news and notes for the winter edition of its "Neighbors" newsletter. Click over to their page and share how YOUR group is making a difference!

Get your Zumba on tonight! There are many options all over town -- and each of them is listed on our calendar. Click over and find the class for you!

Don’t forget about bluegrass out at Circle M City at 7pm tonight. Details are in the calendar … and while you’re there, take a look at all the other great stuff happening this week!

The social buzz:

Want to shop in New York City without the hassle of planning? Take advantage of Red Eye NYC Trips’ group deals! The next one is in late April and there will be trips to DC and possibly Disney. Get details at redeyenyctrips@gmail.com!

And -- welcome to our newest sponsor: Reclamation Home Furnishings in Pittsboro! Click over and look at all the gorgeous furniture (and more) you can find in their shop!

Weekend Roundup, Feb. 3-5

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Quinones Miller) — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:04:00 +0000

Heads up, Socialites. this month's sponsor -- Rebecca Mikulka Photography -- should be a household name for her charity work. Make sure you go like her page to show your support!

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Friday in the Sanford/Lee County NC region

Ready for your free breakfast from Chick-Fil-A of Sanford? Go get it at Lowe’s Hardware (7-10:30am)! They’ll be handing out free biscuits (one per person) until they run out. Go get yours!
Get in shape with fitness kickboxing at Black Belt Leadership Academy (8-9am). Looking for other fun and local fitness opportunities? Check out our “Get Fit, Have Fun” fitness guide.

Help raise awareness about heart disease by posting a picture of yourself wearing red on Cara Lynn Photography’s wall today (only). One lucky person will win a prize!

Stop by Courtyard Coffee and Soda Cafe in Siler City for sweet treats by Yummy Eats Cupcakes and Desserts. You’ll find cinnamon buns with homemade caramel sauce, apple turnovers, caramel pecan pie turnovers, potato leek turnovers, and blueberry scones.

Get your Dandalia Bakery cupcakes at Added Accents and Kathryn’s Hallmark today. This week’s new flavor is Almond Joy. You can also get Kahlua & Kream, Reese's, Red Velvet, Stawberry with White Chocolate, Cookies & Cream, and Jurassic Park in chocolate and vanilla.

Help the Temple Theatre Company choose the opening show of the 2012-2013 season. Click over to their page to make your selection from choices like The Wizard of Oz, Sweet Charity, and Annie Get Your Gun.

Take a work break and head over to Afternoon Tea at Mrs. Lacy’s Too for a couple hours of live music. Carla Napier Denman will perform (2-5pm).

Calling all mentors! Stop by the Boys & Girls Club of Sanford/Lee County for a mentor appreciation event featuring Sheriff Carter and the Temple Teens (5-7pm). Eat a hot dog or two while learning more about the program’s mentoring needs.

Go play cornhole with the Broadway Optimists at Lett Family Ball Park (6-10pm). The game will go in 8-player rounds and will work on a point system. This is a great way to earn prizes, dinner, or more opportunities to play.

Indulge yourself with wine and jazz at Jazzy Friday hosted by Cypress Bend Vineyards & Winery (7-10pm). Admission is $10 and you must reserve your spot for parties of 8 or more.

Fight Like A Girl, the new self-defense course for women and girls (ages 10+) starts tonight (7:30pm). Don't miss out on this fun way to get fit and prepare yourself to fend off any attack. Space is limited -- call Crystal at 910-695-5229 to make sure there's room.

Go listen to great live music at the Steele Street Cafe. Chris Delawder will go onstage starting at 9pm.

Saturday in Sanford/Lee County NC

Stop in at Chick-Fil-A of Sanford and make a guess about who’ll win the Super Bowl. Keep your receipt because, if you win, you can return any time within 30 days to get the same order free!

Looking for a great deal? Jonesboro Presbyterian Church is holding a rummage sale at their building on Woodland Avenue (7am-noon). Be sure to get there early!

Get your flapjack fix from Applebee's to support the Marea Singletary Circle (7:30-10am). The cost is $7 and all proceeds will go toward community outreach.

If you’re out yard saling, stop by the Sanford Herald parking lot on St Clair Court starting at 7am for a multi-family sale. You’ll find clothing and shoes for the whole family as well as housewards, furniture, baby gear, and more.

Release stress with Tree of Life’s 10am pilates/yoga (PiYo) class at 116 Steele Street (2nd floor). Come back tomorrow for the children’s version. Each class is $5.

If PiYo isn't you thing, you can also try your hand at Zumba. Our guide to local Zumba classes has all the details!

Another chance to shop: The “Be My Valentine Vendor Show” will be held at 820 Brookfield Circle (11am-2pm). Vendors will be Thirty One, Body By Vi, Mary Kay, Tastefully Simple, Dove Chocolate Discoveries, and Park Lane Jewelry.

Swing by the Hampton Inn for a “One Stop Vendor Shop” featuring independent reps from many direct sales companies (1pm). You’ll find folks from It Works Weight Loss, Scentsy, Pure Romance, P.S. Cupcakes, and more.

Go celebrate big band music at the Temple Theatre Company’s “Salute to America’s Big Bands” (8pm). The event will feature Pam Saulsby and tunes by Duke Ellington, Count Basie, and more. Tickets are $15/adult and $10/student.

Saturday in the Sanford/Lee County NC region

If your kids are interested in acting, they’ll want to attend a kids’ acting class at the Lillington Community Center (10-11am). The cost is $40 for non-members, but there are only 10 spots. Find out if there’s room for your child by calling 910-893-2864.

Does your kiddo love dinosaurs? Take him or her to “Discover the Dinosaurs” at the Greensboro Coliseum (10am-8pm). Tickets are $14/adult and $9/child for the entire event. The whole family is guaranteed to have a good time!

Stop by the Carolina Brewery & Grill in Pittsboro for a free brewery tour and tasting (12pm and 1pm). The tours are free, but you must sign up at 919-545-2330.

Need lunch plans? How about a barbecue plate from the Western Harnett Overhills Area PTO at Cameron Hill Presbyterian Church in Cameron (11am-7pm)?. For $7 you'll get a plate of barbecue, slaw, baked beans, hush puppies, and dessert.

If you'll be in Pinehurst, stop by Elliotts on Linden between noon and 4pm for free wine tasting. There will be cooking demonstrations at noon and 2pm.

Get your laugh on at the Sunrise Theatre in Southern Pines. Comedian James Gregory will take the stage starting at 7pm. The cost is $23 for general admission or $28 for a reserved seat.

Sunday in Sanford/Lee County NC

Does your kiddo love dinosaurs? Take him or her to “Discover the Dinosaurs” at the Greensboro Coliseum (11am-6pm). Tickets are $14/adult and $9/child for the entire event. The whole family is guaranteed to have a good time!

Take a tour of the Piedmont Biofuels diodiesel plant in Pittsboro NC at 1pm. The event is free and you can just show up. However, the tours begin promptly and stragglers will likely miss out.

Feed the kids for free! From 10am to close, Firehouse Subs offers kids a free meal with an adult’s dine-in purchase -- and the kids get a firefighter hat. Click here to see kids meal specials for the whole week!

Spend the afternoon at UnWINEd in Moncure and hear a reading of “North to Nunavut: An Arctic Love Affair” by Fred and Joyce Sparling (2-4pm). While you’re there, pick up a copy of the book to get signed for your loved one.

It’s time for the kids to get their yoga in. Tree of Life offers PiYo classes for kids at 2pm (ages 6-10) and 3pm (ages 3-5). The cost is just $5/kid. Contact instructor Micki Freeze at 910-366-3664 or piyo4me@gmail.com.

Don’t have a fun Super Bowl party to attend? Go to First Baptist Church on Steele Street (5:30pm) to watch the game on the big screen. They’ll be serving chili and have an inflatable slide/bounce house for kids.

Are you ready for the Super Bowl? Local Joe’s wants to help you celebrate the big game. The bar is offering specials all day and you’ll get 10% off your bill if you present this flier. Try the wings -- they’re fantastic!

Giveaways In the Sanford/Lee County NC region

Go like Afternoon Tea Gourmet Market & Tea Room's new page. At 100 likes, they'll give away $10 to spend at the shop!

Win a free photo shoot from Lisa Brooker Photography just for being a Socialite! To enter, go like her Facebook page and comment that you are a Socialite. When the page reaches 200 likes, she'll draw a winner.

Tax season is upon us. From now through April, H&R Block of Sanford will randomly select a winner for special prizes each week. Don’t miss out!

Carolina Artists’ Colony will holding a drawing for a snowman hand made by Tobacco Barn Creations when the page hits 600 likes. Make sure you’re in the running -- and be sure to tell your friends!

Want your event added to the Weekend Roundup? Post it in the comments or send it over to us by 5pm on Thursdays.

Facebook Recap, Feb. 2

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Quinones Miller) — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 04:48:00 +0000

Today's recap:

Want to be a mentor? Stop by the Boys & Girls Club of Sanford/Lee County’s Boys & Girls Clubs Mentor Appreciation Event tomorrow (5-6:30pm) to learn more about how you can help out, including in their new program for military children.

Music lovers -- listen to the NC Symphony perform Chopin and Tchaikovsky at the Civic Center tonight (8pm) for just $23 ($21 for seniors, $6 for students). If that's not your thing, go hear Tuesday Night Music Club at The Flame Steakhouse for free!

It's cupcake day! Dandalia Bakery has delivered to Added Accents and Kathryn's Hallmark. Go grab this week's flavors: Touchdown!, Kisses, German chocolate, Reese's, Kahlua & Kream, red velvet, and carrot cake. Get 'em before they're gone!

Win $10 to spend at Afternoon Tea Gourmet Market & Tea Room just by liking the shop's new page. A winner will be chosen when the page reaches 50 likes!

Facebook Recap, Feb. 1

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Quinones Miller) — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 04:21:00 +0000

Today's recap:

Don't forget about the Chinese Dance & Music Performance at the Civic Center tonight (7pm). It's free and open to everyone!

We're coming up on Relay for Life time. Team Edgewood is raffling off a fiddle signed by Charlie Daniels with papers of authenticity! Tickets are $5/each and the drawing will be May 11th. Call Jessica at 919-888-9571 to buy yours!

It's the month of love! Make your Valentine's day plans -- or win cool stuff to share with your sweetheart -- with our new Valentine's Day Guide, sponsored by Dandalia Bakery! (And click below to enter Dandalia's just-launched giveaway!)

Heads up, biz owners. Sandhills Community College's SBC is offering a free seminar on promoting in a "virtual world" tomorrow (6pm). The seminar is free, but you must call 910-695-3980 to register!

It's trivia night at Steele Street Cafe (7:30pm)! Go show 'em your smarts and win something fun to show for it.

Need to get out of the house for a while? Go listen to Toucan Jam at Goodfellas in Kendale (Lee Avenue). The party isn't over until 10pm.

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Are you interested in volunteering in the community? Family Promise of Lee County needs folks to answer the phone, work with the children, help with office stuff, and more. Call Sara at 919-718-1540 if you’d like to pitch in!

Sweets & Treats: Your Guide To Valentine's Day

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Quinones Miller) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 01:15:00 +0000

Looking for interesting ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day this year? Check out all of the things you and your sweetie can do in our area*:

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Current Offers

Chocolate's not just for Valentine's Day! You can host a Dove Chocolate Discoveries tasting party anytime of the year! Need a girls night out or something different to do when you all get together? Schedule a show with Ashley Thompson during February and you’ll get an extra treat -- just mention you saw this on SocialSanford!

Spa at Bell House is offering several Valentine’s-themed packages for couples and individuals to enjoy from February 10 through February 18. Visit their website or go to 919-542-3000.

Find some time to take your girlfriends out for tea! Afternoon Tea at Mrs.Lacy’s Magnolia House Too invites you to indulge in a delicious UN-Valentine's Day tea seating with your girlfriends. Through February 14, you'll receive complimentary chocolate covered strawberries with every full tea ($14.50). Call 919-776-5145 to reserve your spot.

Down Home Scents Bath & Body is accepting Valentine orders now for its newest line of organic bath products. "Chocolate Lovers Delight" sugar scrub and valentine heart bath fizzies with a special message inside and “Fresh Cut Roses & Lavendar” in a red heart-shaped glass container are both going fast!

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Tuesday, Feb. 14

Do you drive a red car? Take it to Champions Car Wash of Sanford NC for a free wash in honor of Valentine’s Day! Your Valentine will thank you when she or he gets to ride in a squeaky clean car tonight!

Go listen to the Sandhills Community College Jazz Band at the Owens Auditorium (3395 Airport Road in Pinehurst) for free! The music starts at 7:30pm.

Just because you have kids doesn't mean you can have a nice meal out. Click here for a list of restaurants offering kids-eat-free deals today!

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Past Offers

Order your sweetheart's jewelry from Willow House with Krysten Baxley by February 5 and you'll get free gift wrapping. Order more than $100 worth and your shipping's free, too! Contact Krysten at 423-956-0174 or via email ASAP so you get your order back in time for Valentine's day.

Stop in and shop at We 3 Thrift Shop through February 10. Everyone will have the chance to register for a $50 gift certificate to the store just by making a purchase!

Support Haven House by buying a Love Shouldn't Hurt raffle ticket from the Central Carolina Jaycees. Tickets are just $2 each or 3 for $5! You can also get them from Added Accents, Afternoon Tea at Mrs. Lacy's Magnolia House Too, Black Belt Leadership Academy, and Carolina Artists' Colony. The drawing will be Feb. 6.

Win $80 worth of fresh flowers from The Flower Station. How? On their page, post a story about who you would like to win the flowers for (and add a photo if you'd like). Then ask your friends to like your story. The person with the most likes wins!

Thursday, February 9

Stop in at We 3 Thrift Shop for a special Valentine’s Day event. They are offering a one-night special deal from 4-8pm! There will be snacks and drinks along with tons of sales throughout the store.

Spend a romantic evening at the Enrichment Center (Wicker Street) listening to familiar, well-loved classics (6-8pm). Jazz vocalist Kathy Geib and pianist Court Stewart will give you and your Valentine a night to remember.

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Friday, February 10

Are you celebrating Valentine’s Day with the ladies? Get all the girls together for "Ladies' Night Out" with Dirty Dancing at the Stewart Theater in downtown Dunn, NC (7:30-10pm)! The cost is just a $5 donation to Harnett Regional Theatre.

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Saturday, February 11

Take the kids to Pop HeART at the Carolina Artists’ Colony (10-11:30am). They’ll experiment with watercolors as they create their own Valentine’s art inspired by pop artist Jim Dine, who incorporated hearts into his art. The class is for ages 5-10. Register at 919-774-6139.

The Painted Petal on Hawkins Avenue is also holding a Valentine's day art class for kids (10-11am). For just $15, children can paint a wooden frame with a heart-shaped cut out and they'll use bubble wrap as a paint finish!

If you have a chocolate lover in your house, you won’t want to miss the Chocolate Festival at Pinehurst UMC (4111 Airport Road in Pinehurst, 10am-4pm). There will be a bake-off, cupcake competition, and more -- all with the chocolate theme. Proceeds will benefit local outreach programs.

Grab your sweetheart and head out to Elliotts on Linden for a wine tasting from 12-4pm and cooking demonstrations from 12-2pm. They hold a wine tasting and cooking demonstrations every Saturday with varying themes!

Whisk your sweetheart way to Celebrity Dairy in Silk Hope for a simple lunch of local foods (12-3pm). You can also visit with the dairy’s goats while you’re there.

Celebrate a day of love with Starrlight Meadery in Pittsboro (12-4pm). Red Light Chocolate will be onsite with treats including the special Starrlight Mead Blackberry Chocolate. The meadery will also offer special Valentine’s day gift packs.

The Stevens Center is holding its annual Valentine Prime Rib Dinner and Silent Auction (5-7pm). The Karen Huey String Ensemble will provide dinner music, but there will also be special entertainment throughout the night. The cost is $25/plate.

Take your Valentine to the “Just For The Heart Of It” fundraiser for the Temple Theatre at the ArtStudio (102 S Steele St, 5-9pm). There will be heavy hors d'oeuvres and signature cocktails for just $35/person or $70/couple.

Head out to The Flame Steakhouse to listen to Tim Hair & AKM Band play standards along with new songs (9pm-1am). This is a great way to cap off your evening.

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* Special thanks to Ashley Thompson, independent chocolatier with Dove Chocolate Discoveries for contributing this guide! Did we miss a great Valentine's Day opportunity or event? Share it with us and we'll get it posted.

Facebook Recap, Jan. 31

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Quinones Miller) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000

Today's recap:

Not sure what you'll do for Valentine's day? Here are a ton of options for celebrating in style right here in the Lee County area (thanks to Dandalia Bakery and new contributor Ashley Thompson)!

Support Haven House by buying a Love Shouldn't Hurt raffle ticket from the Central Carolina Jaycees. Tickets are just $2 each or 3 for $5! You can also get them from Added Accents, Afternoon Tea at Mrs. Lacy's Magnolia House Too, Black Belt Leadership Academy, and Carolina Artists' Colony. The drawing will be Feb. 6.

‎Local Joe's Tap & Grill wants you to share your favorite photos and stories of good times you had at the bar on their page to help celebrate its 15th anniversary. All patrons -- past and present -- should click over and relive the memories!

Hey, job seekers -- take your resume to Central Carolina Community College Alumni's Blueprint Days resume workshop tonight (6-8pm) at the Civic Center. This is a free event led by CCCC instructor Neal Kightlinger.

Want to give the woman in your life something she'll always remember? Go enter Southern Jewelers' Valentine's day giveaway! You could take home a 1-carat diamond necklace just by telling everyone how great your girlfriend or wife is!

Get your name out in the Cumberland County area by attending a "Business After Hours" hosted by the Spring Lake Chamber of Commerce on Thursday (5-6:30pm) at the IHOP on Bragg Blvd. Take your business cards!

The social buzz:

Did we miss your event in our Valentine's day guide? Send it in ASAP!

Facebook Recap, Jan. 30

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Quinones Miller) — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 02:51:00 +0000

Today's recap:

If your child (age 8+) loves horses, sign him or her up for a "Basics of Horse Care" at Lillington Community Center (6:30pm). This is a new weekly class that will run through March 20 and costs $40. Call 910-893-2864 for details!

Tuesday night is Sociable Art night at Steele Street Cafe. For just $35, you'll take home a beautiful canvas of red poppies that you painted yourself. To make sure there's room for you, RSVP here!

Make sure you're at the Civic Center on Wednesday night for the Chinese Dance & Music Performance (7-8pm). This event is free and open to everyone!

Heads up, homeschoolers: Clapping Hands Farm's day camps start tomorrow, and there's something for all age groups. Click here to see full descriptions and registration information!

Want to learn how to use Facebook to market your business? Attend a ***free*** seminar at the Civic Center tomorrow morning (10am-noon) led by Kelly Quinones Miller of SocialSanford. Bring your most pressing Facebook-for-business questions!

The social buzz:

Remember, the "Calendar" link on our Facebook page contains a comprehensive listing of all the events and activities on our radar. Make sure you check it out regularly to make your plans!

Weekend Roundup, Jan. 27-29

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Quinones Miller) — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 05:43:00 +0000

Heads up, Socialites. this month's sponsor -- Rebecca Mikulka Photography -- should be a household name for her charity work. Make sure you go like her page to show your support!

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Friday in the Sanford/Lee County NC region

Don’t skip breakfast — get it for free from Chick-Fil-A of Sanford (6:30-10:30am)! Each guest will get either a spicy chicken biscuit or a breakfast burrito for free!

Get your Dandalia Bakery cupcakes at Added Accents and Kathryn’s Hallmark today. This week’s new flavor is Almond Joy. You can also get Kahlua & Kream, Reese's, Red Velvet, Stawberry with White Chocolate, Cookies & Cream, and Jurassic Park in chocolate and vanilla.

Take a work break and head over to Afternoon Tea at Mrs. Lacy’s Too for a couple hours of live music. Carla Napier Denman will perform (2-5pm).

It's time to head back to Chick-Fil-A of Sanford for Super Heroes Night (5-7:30pm)! Each guest in costume will receive a free icedream! Hang out with Super Cow, let the kids make a super hero mask, and enter the great giveaways.

Take your little ones to Boomers Party & Play for Parents Night Out (6-10pm). You can register at 775-3928 or just show up. The cost is $20/child and $10 per sibling.

Go play cornhole with the Broadway Optimists at Lett Family Ball Park (6-10pm). The game will go in 8-player rounds and will work on a point system. This is a great way to earn prizes, dinner, or more opportunities to play.

Fight Like A Girl, the new self-defense course for women and girls (ages 10+) starts tonight (7:30pm). Don't miss out on this fun way to get fit and prepare yourself to fend off any attack. Space is limited -- call Crystal at 910-695-5229 to make sure there's room.

Pay tribute to Hank Williams and Patsy Cline at The Temple Theatre Company's production of Country Royalty (8pm). Tickets are $22 for adults and $12 for children and students.

Check out Essential Element Smooth Jazz Trio at Dreams Cafe (9pm-midnight) on the corner of Horner Blvd and Wicker Street downtown Sanford. For $15, you'll get soothing music and light hors do'oeuvres. Call 919-775-1200 for more information.

Go listen to great live music at the Steele Street Cafe. Brian Shaw will go onstage starting at 9pm.

Need a good laugh? Check out the The Last Laugh Comedy Show at Davenport & Winkleperry in Pittsboro (8:30-11:30pm). This free event will feature a trio of local comedians.

Saturday in Sanford/Lee County NC

Release stress with Tree of Life’s 9am pilates/yoga (PiYo) class at 116 Steele Street (2nd floor). Come back your kiddo at 10:30am for the children’s version. Each class is $5.

If PiYo isn't you thing, you can also try your hand at Zumba. Our guide to local Zumba classes has all the details!

Calling all gardeners: Big Bloomers' Flower Farm is hosting another Saturday Seminar (11am-12pm). This month’s topic is the "language" of flowers. Attendees will learn how to use flowers to convey different sentiments.

Hey, ladies -- make time to stop by the "Bellini's, Bags, Bling and Beauty Party" at 498 Hilltop Road, Sanford NC (2:30-4:30pm). You'll be able to shop for products from Thirty One, Just Jewelry, and Mary Kay, as well as win door prizes!

Calling all teenage actors! A local teen is holding auditions for Dazed, a new web-based television show, at Encore School of Performing Arts (1-3pm). All actors who are cast will be asked to stay until 6pm to film the first episode.

Go on a hike with a park ranger at Raven Rock State Park to look for bats. You'll also construct an origami bat and participate in an outdoor game that illustrates the unique adaptations of our local bats. Meet at the Visitor Center at 5pm.

Eat supper with the Broadway Optimists to raise money for their youth program. From 5:30pm to 8:30pm, you can buy a take-out plate of spaghetti, garlic bread, and dessert for just $7. Even better: Stick around for another night of cornhole and your plate will be just $5!

Take your family to watch Courageous at Vineyard Assembly of God (6-9pm; Henley Road). Bring a covered dish to share at 6pm and settle in for the movie at 7pm.

It's time for "SWAGG" at SanLee Chapel (6pm-1am). There will be food and music ranging from rock to funk to hip-hop. The public is welcome to attend.

Pay tribute to Hank Williams and Patsy Cline at The Temple Theatre Company's production of Country Royalty (8pm). Tickets are $22 for adults and $12 for children and students.

Saturday in the Sanford/Lee County NC region

Take a trip to Aberdeen for the Aberdeen Bead Company’s "String it Along Saturday." This week’s focus will be crystal beads (11am) and stone-and-crystal lariats (1pm). Go back at 1pm to make some book jewelry!

Stop by the Carolina Brewery & Grill in Pittsboro for a free brewery tour and tasting (12pm and 1pm). The tours are free, but you must sign up at 919-545-2330.

If you'll be in Pinehurst, stop by Elliotts on Linden between noon and 4pm for free wine tasting. There will be cooking demonstrations at noon and 2pm.

Head out to the Goldston Fire Department for the South Chatham Ruritan Club's annual chili cook off (2-6pm). There will be live music and door prizes. Eat for just $7/person.

The Morehead Planetarium’s staff invites everyone to learn more about Venus, Jupiter, and the moon at its monthly sky watching session at Jordan Lake. The event runs from 6pm to 8pm and is free to the public. Email Steve at steve.mcmurray@ncdenr.gov to RSVP.

Support local musicians Tim Hair & AKM Band by driving out to G&Gs Sports Bar & Grill (3545 US 401 South in Lillington NC) for some live music. The group will go onstage at 10pm.

Sunday in Sanford/Lee County NC

Take a tour of the Piedmont Biofuels diodiesel plant in Pittsboro NC at 1pm. The event is free and you can just show up. However, the tours begin promptly and stragglers will likely miss out.

Pay tribute to Hank Williams and Patsy Cline at The Temple Theatre Company's production of Country Royalty (2pm). Tickets are $22 for adults and $12 for children and students.

Giveaways In the Sanford/Lee County NC region

Want to win tasty treats? Go like Yummy Eats Cupcakes and Desserts. For every 50 new likes, they'll give away a dozen cupcakes or brownies -- and they're only 7 likes away from the next one!

Win unlimited car washes from Champions Car Wash! All you have to do is post a photo of your vehicle on their page by January 31. Simple and easy!

Win a free photo shoot from Lisa Brooker Photography just for being a Socialite! To enter, go like her Facebook page and comment that you are a Socialite. When the page reaches 200 likes, she'll draw a winner.

Tax season is upon us. From now through April, H&R Block of Sanford will randomly select a winner for special prizes each week. Don’t miss out!

Carolina Artists’ Colony will holding a drawing for a snowman hand made by Tobacco Barn Creations when the page hits 600 likes. Make sure you’re in the running -- and be sure to tell your friends!

Win a free spray tan from Bronze Boutique just by posting your dream date on their wall. You can also win a free month of tanning by posting your favorite lotion. Go like their page and start posting!

Want your event added to the Weekend Roundup? Post it in the comments or send it over to us by 5pm on Thursdays.

Facebook Recap, Jan. 26

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Quinones Miller) — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 04:30:00 +0000

Today's recap:

Sad news for those who love The General Store Cafe in Pittsboro. The eatery and event venue is closing its doors today. Remember, if you don’t spend your money in local businesses, there won’t be any local businesses left.

It's Dandalia Bakery cupcake day! This week at Added Accents and Kathryn's Hallmark you can grab up Almond Joy, Kahlua & Kream, red velvet, Reese's, strawberry with white chocolate, Cookies & Cream, and Jurassic Park. Happy Thursday!

Join the NC Treasure Chest Ministry tonight at the Lee County Arts Center for a free community meal and bible study (7pm). This bible study will be a regular Thursday evening event.

Support the Southern Lee wrestling team by buying a car wash ticket redeemable at Champions Car Wash, Sanford NC. Tickets are $10 (outside wash) or $15 (full service). Buy them at tonight's match (6:30pm, $6) or see the comment below. Call Julie at 919-795-8986 or shoot her an email at sandsglobalmarketing@yahoo.com to find out other ways you can purchase a ticket.

It's Weekend Roundup night. Make sure you subscribe to our site posts so you can wake up to the Roundup right in your email inbox. Click here to get started!

Facebook Recap, Jan. 25

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Quinones Miller) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 04:30:00 +0000

Today's recap:

This one's for the dads -- Chick-fil-A of Sanford invites you to a Daddy/Daughter Night on Feb. 6. There are four time slots (4:30pm, 5:30pm, 6:30pm, and 7:30pm). RSVP your table before they're gone!

Don't forget about the ***free*** SBC seminar at the Civic Center today (2-5pm). The topic is "Starting a Small Business" and will cover all the bases. Call 919-774-6442 to save your spot or just show up at 2pm!

There are several opportunities for those interested in volunteering. Carolina Animal Rescue & Adoption has a list of their needs. Or, be a mentor for a military child. For information on mentoring, call Shannon at 919-776-3525!

It's trivia night at Steele Street Cafe! The fun starts at 7:30pm. Show 'em what you know -- winner gets a prize!

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Sad news for those who love the General Store Cafe in Pittsboro. The eatery and event venue is closing effective Thursday, Jan. 26. Remember, if you don’t invest your consumer dollars in local businesses, there won’t be any local businesses to invest in.

Facebook Recap, Jan. 24

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Quinones Miller) — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 04:30:00 +0000

Today's recap:

Did you notice our new tab? You can now click on "Calendar" to see every event we know about. The calendar is updated often, so make sure you check it before you make plans!

If you struggling with placing a price tag on your products and services, you'll want to attend today's ***free*** small business seminar at the Civic Center (1-3pm). Call 919-774-6442 or e-mail sbc@cccc.edu to let them know you'll be there!

Job alert: The Sanford Herald is looking for a skilled, detail-oriented multi-tasker who's computer literate for a position in its business/advertising operation. Contact Gina Eaves (geaves@sanfordherald.com) for details or to submit a resume!

Want to try something different? RSVP for the special demonstration and dinner at Elliotts on Linden (Thursday, 7pm, $29/person). Click here for details!

There's another ***free*** small business seminar tomorrow at the Civic Center (2-5pm). The topic will be "Starting a Small Business." Send an email to sbc@cccc.edu to let them know you're coming!

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Businesses -- already have your Valentine's Day specials lined up? Send 'em in so we can include 'em in our upcoming guide!

Facebook Recap, Jan. 23

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly Quinones Miller) — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 04:47:00 +0000

Today's recap:

Make plans to have lunch for a good cause tomorrow with the "For Haven's Sake" lunch group. They're meeting at La Dolce Vita Pizzeria (11:30am-1:30pm) and will be collecting toys for girls ages birth-2 years old. Join them!

Help two local students raise awareness about pancreatic cancer by attending a benefit basketball game tomorrow at Southern Lee (7pm) featuring guest speaker (and NCAA champ) David Thompson. A donation toward pancreatic cancer research is encouraged.

Order a thermal tote from 31 by Emily Page to benefit Stepping Stones Children’s Center and you’ll get 25 percent off any other item. All hostess profits for the sale will be donated to the center.

Don't forget to post a photo of your car on Champions Car Wash, Sanford NC's Facebook wall to enter their giveaway. One lucky person will win free car washes for a month!

Celebrate Latino traditions and culture with the Lee County Y's "Salsa, Sabor y Salud," a free 8-week interactive, bi-lingual course that promotes healthy living. The first class is tonight at 6:30pm.

Heads up, bluegrass fans. Circle M City (74 Cowboy Lane off Center Church Road) is hosting free bluegrass music every Monday night (7-9pmpm). Call 499-8493 for details. Go and enjoy!

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