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Nov. 2 Heroes of the Surf A film about the U.S. Lifesaving Service in North Carolina. Their motto: “You have to go out, but you do not have to come back.” The Museum of the Cape Fear Historical Complex. Information: 910.486.1330 museumofthecapefear.ncdcr.gov
Nov. 4 — Nov. 7 Holly Day Fair The largest holiday gift and craft show in Eastern North Carolina draws an average of 21,000 shoppers and more than 200 vendors each year to The Crown Center. Information: 910.323.5509 www.jlfay.org
Nov. 12 — Nov. 20 Fences Fences is the sixth play in August Wilson’s 10-part Pittsburgh Cycle. Set in the 1950s, Fences explores the evolving African-American experience, among other themes. The production won the 1987 Tony Award for Best Play as well as other Tony Awards. The Butler Theater at Fayetteville State University. Information: 910.672.1006 www.uncfsu.edu/theatre
Nov. 14 Volunteer training for Dickens Holiday Volunteer for Fayetteville’s annual Dickens Holiday event. There will be a free improv acting class at The Arts Council on Nov. 13 for those who want to dress in costume and stroll the streets. R.S.V.P. required Information: 910.323.1776. lesliec@theartscouncil.com
Nov. 19, 20 & 21 Yule Mart This annual craft and other goods sale, now in its 20th year, is a fundraiser for the Officers’ Spouses Club, which uses the money for various community projects. Held in the Ritz-Epps Gym on Fort Bragg. Information: yulemart@aol.com
Nov. 26 Dickens Holiday This annual event, sponsored by The Arts Council and the Downtown Alliance features horse-drawn carriages and people in period costumes. There will be costume and gingerbread competitions and a candlelight processional to the Market House, fireworks and a tree lighting ceremony.
Nov. 26 — Dec.12 A Christmas Carol The Gilbert Theater’s production of this holiday classic will open during downtown Fayetteville’s annual Dickens’ Holiday. Information: 910.678.7186 www.gilberttheater.com/schedule.php
Nov 27 Fork and Spoon Night Learn how to make a four course meal while enjoying shrimp and grits, music and drinks at Steve the Southern Gourmet on Grove Street downtown. $40 per couple. Information: 910.321.1691
Nov. 27 — 28 The Heart of Christmas Show This local production, raises money each year to help sick and abused children and features the award- winning singing group Voices of the Heart, joined by a talented 33-member cast. The cast is unique in that it is made up of children, ages six to 19 years old. The show displays the splendor of the Christmas Season with song, dance, lighting and costumes. The Crown Center. Information: 910.438.4100 www.atthecrown.com
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