Variety of events slated for today

Oct 04, 2008 (Sanford Herald - McClatchy-Tribune Information Services via COMTEX) -- WMT | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating -- Many organizations plan their events for early October with the hopes of perfect weather.

Well, today ... it seems they have it.

Whether you like theater, antiques, the great outdoors, giving for a good cause or a combination of all of the above, today should be an eventful day for you.

See a complete list of weekend activities in The Herald's community calendar on Page 2B in today's edition.

Help others

* Memory Walk: The Memory Walk to benefit the fight against Alzheimer's will be held at 10 a.m at Kiwanis Park. Registration begins at 9 a.m. For more information, call (919) 776-0501 ext. 230.

* Haircuts for cancer: Hairstylists from Sanford's SmartStyle Family Hair Salon located in Wal-Mart will contribute their time to join a nationwide cause to produce 6,000 haircuts to raise money for breast cancer research from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The haircuts cost $10 and breast cancer awareness purses will be on sale for $1. For more information, call (919) 776-7979.

* Nature Clean-up: The North Carolina Big Sweep Litter Cleanup will be held at 9 a.m. at San-Lee Park, 10 a.m. at Carbonton Dam Park and/or Deep River Park. For more information call Lee County Solid Waste 718-4622.

* Yard sale: A yard sale to benefit the American Cancer Society will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m at Carolina Women's Fitness Center, 99 Center Church Road. Clean, sellable clothing and other items can be dropped off at gym through Oct. 3 as donations for the sale. Additionally, rental space at the yard sale can be purchased for $10. For more information, call (919) 775-5811.

Day with the dogs

* Animal blessing: The Blessing of the Animals will take place at Deep River Park off Cumnock Road from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The blessing will take place at 1 p.m. at Camelback Bridge. Dogs must be on leash, cats and other small critters must be in carriers. Birds must be in cages for their own safety. Food and pet vendors on hand with proceeds going to Carolina Animal Rescue and Adoption. Call (919) 774-9433 for more information.

The arts

* Proof: The Temple Theatre will host the play "Proof" at the Black Box Theatre at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at the theater's box office from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday, or one hour before showtime; by phone telecharge at (919) 774-4155.

Fairs and fun

* Antiques Fair: Cameron Antiques Street Fair will be held one day only -- rain or shine -- from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with 13 Antique Shops and 300 dealers. (Dealer space is available) Food refreshments and parking available. For more information, call (910) 245-3055 or visit antiquesofcameron.com.

* Lake Day: Jordan Lake Heritage Day will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the White Oak day use area off of Highway 64. Celebrate the unique cultural and natural resources of the region. See and experience activities related to agriculture, communal, industrial, natural, and Native American history. For details, contact Steve McMurray at (919) 362-0586.

* Denim Days: Erwin Denim Days will feature live entertainment, food, arts and crafts, kids' rides and more. For more information, call (910) 897-7300.

* Ramblin' Band: Raymond Bradley and the Ramblin' Fever Band will perform country classics, gospel and oldies from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Kendale Cinema in Sanford. The even will include performances by special guest Teresa Baker and the Bradley Kids. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children. For more information or details call (919)708-7821 or email us rbradley1@alltel.net.

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