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Wake Forest, NC Community Calendar - May 12 - 18, 2008 2008-05-12 06:41:41 I hope that you all had a wonderful weekend celebrating Mother's Day and getting out to explore Wake Forest
- there was certainly many things last week to keep you busy!
This week looks just as promising so take a peek to see what's in store...
From the Town of Wake Forest website:
Computers and You PresentationMonday, May 12; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.Northern Wake Senior Center, 235 E. Holding Ave., Read more:Calendar
Sunflower Studio and Gallery - Artistic Expression in Downtown Wake Forest NC 2008-05-10 08:29:28 On a very unassuming street in historic downtown Wake Forest
you will find renovated bungalows that house some of the best treasures that Wake Forest has to offer.......Sunflower
Studio and Gallery
is just one of them!
Sunflower Studio and Gallery houses some of the finest original works in acrylics, water colors, oils and pastels. They also showcase some of the most detail beaded jewe Read more:Artistic
, Downtown
a la mode....A Cool Sweet Addition to Historic Downtown Wake Forest NC 2008-05-10 07:12:04 Need another reason to visit historic downtown Wake Forest
? Here it is.......
a la mode
Our newest addition to the historic downtown Wake Forest streetscape is this fantastic ice cream shop! Homemade ice cream, homemade gelato, homemade frozen yogurt....are you getting the homemade part? We visited last night for an after-dinner treat and it was amazing! My son splurg Read more:Addition
, Downtown
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The Wake Forest Coffee Company "Perking" Up Downtown Wake Forest, NC! 2008-05-07 05:40:49 How lucky are we? A very welcome addition has opened it's doors in historic downtown Wake Forest
and it has been welcomed with open arms! The Wake Forest Coffee
Company opened just a few weeks ago and the response in downtown has been overwhelming....Located at 156 South White Street the Wake Forest Coffee Company is in the midst of the shopping in downtown and it offers a gre Read more:Downtown
Wake Forest - Lake Views - 4bd/3.5bt New Construction $467,900.00 2008-05-06 05:36:53 New Home with Lake Views! Quiet Wake Forest
Subdivision!Location: Lakeside at StonegateBeautiful new home with lake views from both the master suite and family room! Located in quiet, secluded neighborhood in Wake Forest with community pool and tennis!Kitchen has custom glazed cabinets, granite coutertops, tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, walkin pantry and breakfast room. Kitchen open Read more:Construction
Six Sundays In Spring Concert Series - Wake Forest, NC - What a Mother's Day Treat! 2008-05-05 14:08:40 What a great idea for a late afternoon with mom......the Six Sundays
In Spring
concert on May 11.The Wake Forest
Cultural Association sponsors these fabulous free concerts on the lawn of the Wake Forest College Birthplace in the heart of the Wake Forest Historic District. The concerts start at 5pm and end at 7pm. You are to pack picnic baskets, frisbees, blankets, chairs, and brin Read more:Concert
Blue Jay Point Park - A Great Weekend Adventure With Lot's To Learn.... 2008-05-05 06:30:42 My family and I decided yesterday that it was time to get out and take a walk. The weather was absolutely gorgeous and we couldn't think of a better place to go......Blue Jay Point Park!Typically, we take advantage of the huge playground that is there but this time decided to explore some of the exhibits they have as well as some trails that we had never hiked before......AMAZING! The Blue Jay Read more:Adventure
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, Weekend
Exciting Events in Wake Forest, NC May 5 - 11, 2008 2008-05-04 19:16:33 What a great weekend this was! Meet in The Street was yet another huge success for downtown Wake Forest
and we couldn't have asked for better weather.The week ahead is full of diverse events and there is a little something for everyone! (Good luck, Jim!)From the Town of Wake Forest Website:Wage & Hour SeminarTuesday, May 6; 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce,
Wake Forest, NC Market Report for March, 2008 2008-05-01 06:05:58 Active Listings: *March
Statistics run through April 15, 2008There were 1373 active listings for the month of March 2008* which includes townhomes and condos. In comparison, there were 1005 actives listing for the month of March 2007 (which were computed through April 15, 2007). An increase of 37% is noted. Closed Listings: There were 143 closings for the month of&nbs Read more:Forest
, Market
Wake Forest NC Community Calendar April 28 - May 4, 2008 2008-04-27 06:14:09 Yes, it must be Spring which means time for Spring Cleaning! This past weekend there were two HUGE community yard sales and this upcoming weekend is not exception.....check out the calendar for the community yards sales THIS coming weekend.....From the Town of Wake Forest
website:Co-Rec Church Softball League Registration BeginsMonday, April
28Wake Forest Town HallRegistration for the W Read more:Calendar
12233 Beestone Lane - Wakefield Plantation - Stunning Home ON Golf Course 2008-04-25 18:04:08 Stunning home on Golf Course 7th tee...2003 Parade of Homes Winner - Outstanding!Location: Wakefield PlantationDeauville - the word alone conjures feelings of French, old-world style.....that was the inspiration for this exclusive enclave of homes located within Wakefield Plantation! One home rises above the rest with it's unrivaled location, panoramic views and casual elegance - this is it! Flawl Read more:Stunning
"Salute To The Troops" - Largest Military Parade in NC! April 26th - Raleigh 2008-04-23 06:25:51 The largest military parade in North Carolina's history is coming to Downtown Raleigh. On April
26 the Capital City will be the setting of Salute
to Our Troops
, a day-long show of appreciation to the men, women and families of the United States military.The festivities will start with a buzz at 10 a.m. with a flyover straight up Fayetteville Street by F-15E Strike Eagle jet aircraft from Read more:Largest
, Military
, Parade
Well, Look Who's Stopping By "Meet In The Street" on May 3rd..... 2008-04-22 09:13:32 Remember this guy? You can find out all about him by visiting Wake Forest-Rolesville Middle School Dance Marathon - What's It All About?As it turns out.....Mike has decided to take his fate into his own hands and have their infamous pie in the face and slime time fundraiser at Meet In The Street
on May 3rd. People make a donation in order to mess up a willing volunteer!&n
Meet In The Street! May 3rd, 2008 - Wake Forest! 2008-04-22 08:19:03 WOO-HOO! It's back! The annual "Meet In The Street
" comes to downtown Wake Forest
on May 3rd!!!!! Event time is 10am - 4pm. So, what is THIS all about? Let me just tell you.....This is one of the most anticipated events (along with the HerbFest) every year in Wake Forest. For over 27 years the Wake Forest community has come together to enjoy this HUGE family-friendly festival. Ther
801 Ledgerock Road - Fantastic Location in Wake Forest! 3bd/2bt 2008-04-21 18:20:08 Fantastic Location
Within Walking Distance To Historic Downtown Wake Forest
!Location: Deacons RidgeFantastic Ranch home in quiet subdivision within walking distance to the public library, post office and historic downtown Wake Forest!Great fenced yard is over .35 acre with detached storage shed. Enjoy the evenings on your private deck with lot's of room to move! There are a multitude of updates th Read more:Fantastic
Great Week of Events in Wake Forest NC - April 21 - 27, 2008 2008-04-21 05:54:25 Well, the Herbfest continues on this week with a great line-up of entertainment and activites - be sure to check it out! In addition to the HerbFest Wake Forest
has some great events this week....From the Town of Wake Forest website:Drive Less. Save More. - Take the SmartCommute ChallengeApril
15 - May 30Wake, Durham, and Orange CountiesFrom April 15 - May 30, any employee or college student Read more:Great
Bull City Syndicate @ HerbFest in Wake Forest - April 26th - 7pm 2008-04-17 16:22:37 So, exactly what do you get when you cross two of the areas premiere bands? Soul Kitchen and The Bull City Horns become BULL CITY SYNDICATE!No other band from the Carolinas dares attempt the intricate fusion of rhythm-section funk/rock, 4-horn firepower, and soaring vocals this band throws down each time they play live. Featuring the Bull City Horns on their front line, Bull City Syndicate
has Read more:April
, Forest
On A Budget? No Problem - Helpful Update Tips That Won't Break The Bank... 2008-04-14 18:20:45 I am amazed at all of the shows that encourage enormous home improvement projects that promise a huge return when you sell your home. Don't get me wrong there are some projects that are necessary like maybe this extremely outdated wallpaper in this picture......While I understand that each person has different tastes you need to remember that when you are preparing your home for sale it Read more:Break
, Problem
, Update
Ton's of Events in Wake Forest, NC April 14-20-2008 2008-04-13 15:33:43 Wow - you can certainly tell that SPRING has finally arrived in Wake Forest
, NC! The event calendar is loaded ith outdoor events, concerts and classes! Most of the activity is tied to the annual HerbFest. If you missed what that was about be sure to check out - Annual Herb Fest in Wake Forest! April
18 - 27, 2008Be sure to check back in often this week for additional
When It Rains - It Pours - Holding Park Pool WILL Be Open For Summer! 2008-04-11 18:20:40 Whew - this has certainly been back and forth! First we had The Drought - An Impact Greater Than You Know..... - yep, the pool was almost closed for summer. Then we had Holding Park Pool vs. The Drought - Wake Forest Pool Closed For Summer
- The pool was definitely closed for summer and now we have..............Rain Allows Holding Pool to Open!!!!!!!!! Since Januar
Wildlife Monitoring Hike - Falls Lake - April 13, 2008 2008-04-11 16:18:16 Join a park ranger and go exploring! Search for snakes, frogs, and birds along the 3/4 mile loop. Great educational hike - we have been to several of them and it is a great family outing! On this particular hike you can also learn about projects you can do in your own back yard! This hike will take place on Sunday, April
13 at 10:00am. Please plan on meeting at the Sa Read more:Falls
"State of Wake Forest" Breakfast Meeting - April 18, 2008 2008-04-11 14:23:45 Join an impressive panel for this informative discussion regarding the options that The Town of Wake Forest
provides for retail, education, health care and the like. This expert panel will also discuss the future vision of Wake Forest and is open to community and economic leaders. The panel will consist of Economy: Mike Hensen, Senior Program Coordinator, Center of Globalization, Gover Read more:April
, Breakfast
, State
Wake Forest Community Calendar April 7 - 13, 2008 2008-04-07 05:50:49 Don't forget to visit the Wake Forest
Farmer's Market this Saturday! They have started their Spring/Summer schedule and are now open EVERY Saturday......From the Town of Wake Forest website.....Small Business Administration OverviewWednesday, April
9; 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce, 350 South White StreetIvan Hankins, Senior Area Manager of Read more:Calendar
Annual Herb Fest in Wake Forest! April 18 - 27, 2008 2008-04-05 09:44:27 If you have the opportunity you have GOT TO CHECK THIS OUT! We have attended the Wake Forest
herbfest for the last 4 years and it is amazing! This Spring Festival is packed with ideas for gardening, recipes, entertainment, food, education seminars and, of course, HERBS! The range of herbs available is staggering. There is an endless list of varieties available. O Read more:Annual
, April
Wake Forest NC Local Calendar of Events - May 19 - 25, 2008 2008-05-18 08:36:25 Last week in Wake Forest
was great with the Mother's Day Six Sunday's in Spring and so many other events in historic downtown Wake Forest like the 2008 Hopps for Wake Forest and so much more! This week is no doubt even bigger - take a peek!
From the Town of Wake Forest website:
Girls' Night OutMonday, May 19; 6:30 p.m.Blue Fin's Bistro, Rogers RoadThis event is a fundraiser for Nathan Read more:Calendar
, Local
NC Strawberries - Ripe For The Picking! Vollmer Farm is the Perfect Place To Pick Your Own! 2008-05-22 08:51:05 What a fantastic place to spend a few hours one Saturday! The Finley family did just that last weekend.
Vollmer Farm is located in Bunn, NC which is just a short drive from the Wake Forest area. Originally, the farm was a tobacco farm and then in the 80's Farmer John converted his family's fifth-generation tobacco farm into strawberries, pumpkins and organics!
Today there are fields upon f Read more:Perfect
, Picking
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, Strawberries
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I believe it was the CEO that was interviewed and he likened this service to the travel industry breakthrough years ago. Instead of having to make numerous phone calls to the various companies such as phone, utilities, cable, etc., you can go to one central website to compare all packages offered for you Read more:Buyers
, Fantastic
, Sellers
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