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64 | September/October 2018 I N S I D E F A Y E T T E V I L L E SEPTEMBER 19 - OCTOBER 7 Music City Cape Fear Regional Theatre This modern country musical, set in Nashville, tells the story of three young songwriters whose talent and ambition exceeds their economic situation. The music includes five No. 1 Country Bill- board hits by J.T. Harding. For informa- tion, check cfrt.org. SEPTEMBER 27, 6-8:30 P.M. Home is Where the HeART Is SkyView on Hay This fun event features a silent and live auction of amazing original art works by talented local artists. The event is hosted by and benefits Connections of Cumberland County. The agency serves women and children who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. For informa- tion, check connectionsofcc.org. SEPTEMBER 27, 7:30 P.M. Distinguished Speaker Series Givens Performing Arts Center at UNC-Pembroke American Indian actor and activist Mar- tin Sensmeier will kick off the 2018-19 Distinguished Speaker Series. Sensmei- er, a native of Alaska, has appeared in "The Magnificent Seven" and "Wind Riv- er" and stars in the HBO series "West- world." For information, check http:// bit.ly/2MlJPNL. SEPTEMBER 28-30 40th Annual International Folk Festival Downtown Fayetteville At this event hosted by The Arts Coun- cil of Fayetteville-Cumberland County, you'll feel like you took a trip around the world – and had a great time every step (and bite) of the way. For details, check out the story in this issue or visit theartscouncil.com. OCTOBER 4, 6 P.M. FTCC Foundation Chair's Gala Tony Rand Student Center at Fayetteville Technical Community College This annual event combines fun with a good cause by raising money for schol- arships. It also pays tribute to former chairs of the school's Board of Trustees and its Foundation Board. For informa- tion, check faytechcc.edu/giving. OCTOBER 6, 6-10:30 P.M. Woofstock Cape Fear Botanical Garden This is a purrfect time to let your inner flower child out for a night of costumed fun, music, food and drink, all in the name of helping homeless pets. The event raises money for the Fayetteville Animal Protection Society, a nonprofit, no-kill shelter. For information, check FAPSpet.org. OCTOBER 6, 6:30 P.M. Glow Fest: 5k Fun Run Festival Park There will be lots to glow about at the third annual Glow Fest, which includes pre- and post-run music and fun, as well as plenty of glow gear. Hosted by the Fayetteville-Cumberland Youth Coun- cil, the event aims to promote commu- nity pride, health and wellness. For in- formation, check http://bit.ly/2nzM5To. OCTOBER 6, 7:30 P.M. The Music of John Williams Huff Concert Hall at Methodist University This season opener for the Fayetteville Symphony Orchestra will feature iconic and popular movie melodies from Star Wars, Harry Potter, E.T., Saving Private Ryan, Jurassic Park, Raiders of the Lost Ark and more. For information, check fayettevillesymphony.org. OCTOBER 11, 6-10 P.M. CityView Food & Wine Party Cape Fear Botanical Garden You don't want to miss our always fun, always delicious and always memorable annual Food & Wine Party, which fea- tures small bites from local restaurants, beer, wine and music. To buy a ticket, go to http://bit.ly/2vG8Vxs. S e p t e m b e r 2 7 S e p t e m b e r 2 8 - 3 0 O c t o b e r 1 1 TEXT "EVENTS" TO 88000 TO STAY UPDATED ON ALL LOCAL EVENTS

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