After breakfast we proceeded to the Depot in downtown Greensboro.  Train stations in the South are different from the ones up north.  Here you hurry up and wait (kind of feels like herding cattle).  After checking in at the Depot we had to wait for almost 30 minutes at the locked door that allowed you entrance to platform #2 where our train #80 would pick us up and deliver us to the NC State Fair.

The breeze on the platform was a bit brisk while we waiting for the train which was a few minutes late.  On board the train we quickly found seats got settled and off we went.  The train proceeded down the track and shortly there after Tony and Bobby took off to find snacks.  They returned with cookies, coffee, soda and red pepper hummus.

After a few short stops to pick up and drop off passengers we arrived at our destination – The NC State Fair.

We exited the train in the middle of the road and crossed over to the entrance to the Fair.  We started this part of the adventure with a walk through “As Seen on TV”.  Honestly – live infomercials.  The one most tasty treat that we did discover was Maple Cotton Candy (which we returned at the end of the day for our own bag of this delectable treat).

After walking around for a short period we decided that it was time for lunch.  The food frenzy began with gumbo (chicken, shrimp and sausage), then hushpuppies, apple fries, ginger ale, funnel cake and yes one of our quests – pig lickers (chocolate covered bacon), hot dog, and BBQ.

We saw cows, goats, sheet, rabbits, clowns, weird inflatable shriners, people of all sorts, gigantic pumpkins and water mellons, beautiful landscaping, crazy rides, live music, arts and crafts and yes as mentioned before – “As Seen on TV”.  Even thought the day was quite chilly is was fun and well worth the time.

On our way out of the park – as promised – we stopped for a bag of maple cotton candy.  Arriving at the tent beside the train tracks which was our holding pen for our return train ride – we were informed the the train coming from NY was running about an hour late.  At least we were under the tent (which had sides and gave us some protection from the brisk breeze).  It was most humorous to hear everyone commenting on our delay – you can just imagine how some people reacted.

About an hour late – the train (#79) out of New York arrived and stopped on the railroad crossing  and we began the loading process.  We found our seats – waited somewhat patiently for the conductor to come check us in and then we were off to the lounge car.  Cheese burgers, Cabernet and beer began our dinner in the lounge car as we road down the tracks towards Greensboro, NC.  After the cheese burger was gone – dessert was – yes indeed – the mapple cotton candy and another Cabernet.  We all decided that the train ride was the most fun of the entire day.

With our trip over and the work week beginning we have started plans for a longer trip.

Disney here we come.

Held onThursday evenings from 5:30 pm – 8:30 p.m, this is a family friendly event that everyone can enjoy for just $5 per person.

The final Beach Music Blast concert of this season is:

October 1 – The Embers

In case of rain, the indoor venue is in the Natale Building at 400 English Road at the corner of English and Elm. If in doubt about which venue to go to, call the Beach Music Hotline at 800-632-1400 ext. 411.

All proceeds raised will benefit the Children’s Home Society, North Carolina’s leading resource in adoption and foster care with the mission to promote the right of every child to a permanent, safe, and loving home.

You can purchase tickets at the gate or by calling CHS. For more information or to puchase tickets, please contact Tommy Lineberry or Cathy Davis at 1.800.632.1400 or visit www.chsnc.org.

Flatt Tyred – noon to 2:00 p.m.
John Hofmann’s AcousticA – 2:30 to 4:00 p.m.
Downtown Senate – 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Bring your own lawn chairs, but don’t bring coolers, because food and drink will be offered by 2Bills & A Grill, well known around High Point for their delicious BBQ.
Kids will enjoy an inflatable play area and many other fun activities.

Tickets can be purchased at the gate. Admission is $5.00 for 18 and older, $2.50 for 17 and younger. Parking is FREE.

Furnitureland Rotary and High Point Historical Society are sponsoring this benefit event, with proceeds going to Mobile Meals of High Point. The Mobile Meals Program delivers a nutritious noontime meal to homebound seniors age 60 and over. Volunteers from the faith community, local businesses and schools deliver the meals, which are prepared by a local caterer.

For more information, contact Jim Adams at 336-880-6501.

1214 Grove Street Greensboro, NC

Bring your friends, family, neighbors, kids….

We want to celebrate 2 years of being in the HIVE, newly tiled floors, lots and lots of volunteer hours, tons of amazing community projects, and much much more.

Folks have been working hard, but now it’s time for community input. We want to know what you want to see at the community space on Grove Street.

We’re also hoping folks will find ways to get involved. This is also just a great way to enjoy some hot dogs, music, and other people.

So spread the word and come join the fun!!

Its time for Tate Street Festival 2009! This fall we are planning a festival full of surprises! Many new musicians, vendors, and entertainers will join us to celebrate our annual Festival of Art and Music!!

The Music and Entertainment line-up includes…

House of Fools
The Othermothers
Eating the Invaders
Now You See Them
The Brand New Life
The Firelight Saga
and more…

Capoeira and World Dance performed by Three Graces Entertainment, Drums, Belly Dancing, and Mayasta Rhythm Band, Mister Mystic Magic, Jugglers, even more fun for the whole Family!!

The date is set for Saturday September 26th. And as always, it is FREE!!

Enjoy an evening with friends as local artists showcase their talents! Featuring:
Handmade Jewelry · Pottery · Custom Serving Pieces · Photography · Landscape Design · Skin Care Products and more

There will be a Silent Auction with proceeds benefitting The Mother Baby Foundation.

Music will be provided by Audrey Puschinsky.

And, FOOD – please come out and support the amazing work of this organization.

For more information, visit www.motherbabyfoundation.org or contact the Mother Baby Foundation at motherbabyfoundation@northstate.net or 336-812-3937.

Friday, October 2, 2009 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Saturday, October 3, 2009 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
Sunday, October 4, 2009 10:00 am
Blessing of the Fleet – NC State Port
Sunday, October 4, 2009 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

Click HERE for more information.

As you walked through the downstairs area of Showplace there were food stations by  Bimini’s Oyster Bar, Blue Water Grille, Dan Thai Jazz Bistro, Liberty Steakhouse, and Peppermoon Catering just to name a few.  It was only $5 to gain entrance into the event and the food tickets were $1 each.  We ended up purchasing chocolate to bring home with the tickets we had left over because there was no way we could eat one more bite.

Event goers were having fun sampling the many food options and dancing to the tunes of Timeless and MTP DJ Productions.  It was definitely an evening worth attending.

A special “Thank You” goes out to Hospice for all the wonderful work they do and to everyone who attended last night event.

Taste of the Town offers some amazing food and gives you the chance to sample some of the local fair for a very reasonable cost. Tickets to enter the event are only $5 and food tickets are $1 each. Samplings range from one to four tickets which is not bad considering all proceeds will help cover the cost of the amazing services offered by Hospice of the Triad.

In addition to the very tasty cuisine there will be two stages of entertainment and if this year follows past years plenty of opportunity to show off those dancing shoes.

For more information and to purchase your tickets click on the following link: Taste of the Town 2009

Taste of the Town
Tuesday, August 18
5:30PM – 8:30PM
at Showplace in Downtown High Point

Map to Showplace:
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6:00 to 7:30 p.m.

UBU (’70’s-’80’s Top Hits)

City Lake Park

602 W. Main Street , Jamestown

Arts Partner: 

American Red Cross

Concert-goers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and picnic dinners.  No alcoholic beverages are permitted at any of the concert locations.  If there is a threat of rain, call 336.889.ARTS after 4pm Sunday to get the latest update on the event.

http://highpointarts.org/ArtsSplash.asp