Life In Wake Forest NC.....

This is it!  One of the areas most spectacular 4th of July celebrations is upon us this week in Wake Forest, NC.  For more details on the festivities be sure to check out Wake Forest, NC 4th of July Celebration - Two Days of Celebrating!

From the Town of Wake Forest website:

Wake Forest Fireworks Spectacular
Thursday, July 3; 6:00 p.m.
Trentini Stadium, Wake Forest-Rolesville High School
Fireworks, games, live entertainment, and a whole lot more await you at this year's 4th of July Celebration! Now in its 36th year, this community extravaganza is Wake Forest's most eagerly-anticipated summer-time event serving up two days worth of fun-filled activities for the entire family. The 4th of July Celebration gets underway Thursday, July 3 at Wake Forest-Rolesville High School's Trentini Stadium. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Admission is $5 per person. Children ages six and under are admitted free. Advance tickets will be available at several locations throughout Wake Forest, including the Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce, NC Speciality Shops, and The Wake Weekly. As a special offer, buy four tickets in advance and get your fifth ticket free! The Band of Oz, one of the southeast's most popular beach music bands and a 1997 Beach Music Hall of Fame inductee, will again headline this year's celebration. Other acts will include Don Carrington's Parachute Team, the Friendship Chapel Choir and the Bull City Garage Band. But what would a 4th of July Celebration be without fireworks? Not to worry! The 20-minute fireworks spectacular is sure to provide a memorable end to the evening's festivities. For more information, contact Rhonda Alderman at (919) 812-9121.

Children's Parade
Friday, July 4; 10:00 a.m.
North Main Street
On Friday, July 4, the Children's Parade along North Main Street will give area youngsters the opportunity to hop on their bicycles and be a part of a "walking parade" designed just for them! The lineup begins at 10 a.m. at the intersection of North Main Street and West Juniper Avenue, near the Wake Forest College Birthplace. The parade is scheduled to begin at 10:30 a.m. Participation in the Children's Parade is free but bicyclists are encouraged to wear their helmets! For more information, contact Rhonda Alderman at (919) 812-9121.

Art in the Park/Games in the Park
Friday, July 4; 11:00 a.m.
Holding Park, 133 W. Owen Ave.
Following the Children's Parade, head over to Holding Park, 133 West Owen Avenue, for Art-in-the-Park and Games-in-the-Park! Starting at 11 a.m., children of all ages can create a variety of cool arts and crafts projects, and join in a slew of games and activities that include a watermelon seed spitting contest, sack races, and tug-of-war - just to name a few. For more information, contact Rhonda Alderman at (919) 812-9121.

Festival Friday
Friday, July 4; 6:00 p.m.
Festival Park, S. White Street
Festival Friday is scheduled to be held each Friday from June 6 through October 17 on the grounds of Festival Park. In case of rain, the festivities will move indoors. The event is free and prizes will be awarded each week to selected Festival Friday performers. The point of Festival Friday is to provide a venue every Friday night, free to the public, for local teens to gather in a safe, fun environment and encourage local artists to show off their skills. Area residents are encouraged to bring your lounge chairs, blankets and enjoy. For more information, contact Mark Skinner at markjr54@yahoo.com.

Wake Forest Farmers' Market

Saturday, July 5; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.

Have a very fun and safe 4th of July in My Back Yard....

                         

Whether you are buying or selling Real Estate in Wake Forest NC it just makes sense to use a Realtor® that knows the area!  I live here, work here and play here - I call Wake Forest NC home!  For more information regarding Wake Forest NC be sure to visit my websites:

• Leesa Finley - Homes for Sale in Wake Forest NC, Wake Forest NC schools, restaurants, shops, entertainment and MORE....
• Circa Properties - My company website with information for the entire Raleigh NC area including Cary, Apex, Garner, Franklinton, Youngsville, Holly Springs and MORE....

 

The 4th of July celebration is Wake Forest is spectacular event!  Between the bands, the parachute team, the food and games there is SO MUCH for all ages to enjoy.  Fireworks?  You Bet!  Wake Forest has one of the BEST displays of fireworks I have EVER seen.

The fun starts on Thursday, July 3rd at Trentini Stadium!  Gates open at 5:30pm which gives you plenty of time to seek out your "best" spot.  Don't worry - all seating is prime.  Admission is $5.00 per person and children under 6 are free. A few of the highlights include:

• The Band of Oz - This band is incredible!  One of the southeast's BEST beach music bands AND a 1997 Beach Music Hall of Fame Inductee!
• Friendship Chapel Choir
• Bull City Garage Band
• Don Carrington's Parachute Team.  I just HAVE to mention here again - my tandem partner is part of this team.  You didn't know I LOVE jumping out of planes?  Well, check it out here!  Wake Forest and Skydiving? Yep, like chips and salsa, peanut butter and jelly....... (there is sound!)
• 20 minutes of the most incredible fireworks you will see!

Then, on July 4th it just gets even better!

• Children's Parade along North Main Street (Line up starts at 10am)

Then, starting at 11am Holding Park continues on with the festivitites!  Games, food, watermelon seed spitting contests, sack races, tug-o-war and so much more!  It is a wonderful event that you just won't want to miss! 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, AMERICA! 

Patriotic times in My Back Yard....

                         

Whether you are buying or selling Real Estate in Wake Forest NC it just makes sense to use a Realtor® that knows the area!  I live here, work here and play here - I call Wake Forest NC home!  For more information regarding Wake Forest NC be sure to visit my websites:

• Leesa Finley - Homes for Sale in Wake Forest NC, Wake Forest NC schools, restaurants, shops, entertainment and MORE....
• Circa Properties - My company website with information for the entire Raleigh NC area including Cary, Apex, Garner, Franklinton, Youngsville, Holly Springs and MORE....

 

Way back in March I posted Wake Forest Library! A Little Something For Everyone! - it was a great post highlighting our library here in Wake Forest and all of the wonderful programs that it offers. 

I usually go up every Mon - Thur with my son for homework time and LOVE their programs geared for school-age kids.  They do a really good job with the arts and crafts and the educational programs.  Well, the library is a little cramped!  While Wake Forest continues to grow the Library didn't.  Not until NOW...

There is a $45 million bond that has been approved by Wake County voters for library projects.  The Wake Forest Branch library made the list!!!  The current 5,000 sq ft building does an astonishing amount of circulaton in just one month - 40,000 - 45,000 items per month to be exact. 

On schedule is a 3,000 sq ft expansion that will provide the much needed space to grow their Story-time programs, homework/research space and space to sit and read.  While they will increase their collection of materials the main focus is on general "space". 

Fortunately for my family we currently can walk to the library!  However, in November, and ONLY TEMPORARILY, they will move to a 3,000 sq ft space off of Capital Boulevard (Wake Point Plaza Shopping Center) until they can complete the renovations. 

Here's to a much anticipated expansion in My Back Yard....

                         

Whether you are buying or selling Real Estate in Wake Forest NC it just makes sense to use a Realtor® that knows the area!  I live here, work here and play here - I call Wake Forest NC home!  For more information regarding Wake Forest NC be sure to visit my websites:

• Leesa Finley - Homes for Sale in Wake Forest NC, Wake Forest NC schools, restaurants, shops, entertainment and MORE....
• Circa Properties - My company website with information for the entire Raleigh NC area including Cary, Apex, Garner, Franklinton, Youngsville, Holly Springs and MORE....

 

The Town of Wake Forest has been discussing public transporation for a very long time!  YEAY, it would appear that it has finally materialized. 

There will be two weekday bus routes that will serve Wake Forest.  One bus route will be an express route between Wake Forest, Triangle Town Center and downtown Raleigh.  The Wake Forest-Raleigh Express will operate M-F 5:00am-8:00pm excluding some holidays. The fare is $2.50 per one-way trip during peak periods (5-9am, 4-8pm), $2.00 per one-way trip during the mid-day (9am-4pm). FOr a map of the Wake Forest-Raleigh Express please click here.

The second route offered is the Wake Forest Loop. As its name indicates this route will make a continual loop around the Wake Forest area stopping at various points of interest such as the Wakefield Plantation area, White Street and Elm Street (downtown Wake Forest) and the Lowe's shopping plaza in the North quandrant. There are additional stops along the way providing convenience for riders throughout the day.

The Wake Forest Loop will operate M-F 5:30am-7:30pm excluding some holidays and fare? Well, you can't beat FREE! An introductory fare-free period will be offered at least through January 1, 2009!

Service for both routes is scheduled to begin on July 7, 2008!

Getting around just got alot easier in My Back Yard....

                         

Whether you are buying or selling Real Estate in Wake Forest NC it just makes sense to use a Realtor® that knows the area!  I live here, work here and play here - I call Wake Forest NC home!  For more information regarding Wake Forest NC be sure to visit my websites:

• Leesa Finley - Homes for Sale in Wake Forest NC, Wake Forest NC schools, restaurants, shops, entertainment and MORE....
• Circa Properties - My company website with information for the entire Raleigh NC area including Cary, Apex, Garner, Franklinton, Youngsville, Holly Springs and MORE....

 

Last week was a little quiet with all the preparations for the spectacular Fourth of July event coming up.  School is out (traditional schools) and the kids were EVERYWHERE!  The Holding Park Pool, the skateboard park at The Factory, Jelly Beans, etc. 

This week is just as low key - the calm before the storm so to speak!  Between the Golf Tournament and the Picnic at the Farmers Market you will be sure to find something! 

From the Town of Wake Forest website:

1st Annual Carolina Ale House Golf Tournament
Monday, June 23; 11:30 a.m. check-in; 1:00 p.m. shotgun start
Olde Liberty Golf Club, Youngsville, NC
The 1^st Annual Carolina Ale House Golf Tournament  will be held Monday, June 23 at the Olde Liberty Golf Club, 100 Commonwealth Drive, Youngsville. The event will raise money for the Wake Forest Boys & Girls Club. Like all Ale House Tournaments, this one will be great. Great gift bags, awesome food and beverages at the course, raffle prizes, hole-in-one contests and much more! The cost is $80 per player, which includes golf, cart, range balls, beverages, food at the party, prizes and raffle ticket. For more information contact Bobby Richardson at (813) 727-2492, Jay Joslin at (919) 278-8156, or the Carolina Ale House in Wake Forest at (919) 556-8666.

JobLink Access Point Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting
Thursday, June 26; 11:00 a.m.
New Bethel Baptist Church of Rolesville, NC
Restoration CDC, Inc., New Bethel Baptist Church of Rolesville and the Capital Area Workforce Development Board will be hosting GRAND OPENING/RIBBON CUTTING event for our JobLink Access Point at New Bethel Baptist Church of Rolesville. The center will provide computer linkage to the Capital Area JobLink Career Center System. Area residents can use the facility to look for jobs via the computers and direct referrals. For more information, contact Eugenia (Jean) M. Pleasant, President/CEO of Restoration CDC, Inc., at (919) 556-2500.

Families After Five - featuring The Castaways
Thursday, June 26; 5:30 p.m.
The Factory

Festival Friday
Friday, June 27; 6:00 p.m.
Festival Park, S. White Street
Festival Friday is scheduled to be held each Friday from June 6 through October 17 on the grounds of Festival Park. In case of rain, the festivities will move indoors. The event is free and prizes will be awarded each week to selected Festival Friday performers. The point of Festival Friday is to provide a venue every Friday night, free to the public, for local teens to gather in a safe, fun environment and encourage local artists to show off their skills. Area residents are encouraged to bring your lounge chairs, blankets and enjoy. For more information, contact Mark Skinner at markjr54@yahoo.com.

Picnic at the Market - Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, June 28; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
We are having a picnic and you're invited! Come and enjoy tasty dishes made with the freshest local ingredients.
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.

Wake Forest Community Response Team Yard Sale Fundraiser
Saturday, June 28; time to be announced
Old Winn Dixie, corner of Elm Street and Brooks Street
The Wake Forest Community Response Team is always ready to offer assistance in the event of a natural disaster. Now they need our help. The Community Response Team is sponsoring a yard sale fundraiser on Saturday, June 28 at the old Winn Dixie, located at the corner of Brooks & Elm Streets. All the proceeds from the yard sale will go to the Community Response Team. For more information, contact Lisa Newhouse at (919) 650-9049.

Shearon Farms Neighborhood Yard Sale
Saturday, June 28; 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Shearon Farms
Shearon Farms Neighborhood in Wake Forest is planning a multi-family neighborhood yard sale for June 28. Over 15 families are expected to participate in what will be a huge event! Shearon Farms is located behind the Capital Golf Center driving range off of Capital Blvd (across from the old drivers license office). Signs will be posted at both entrances of the neighborhood: Urial drive off of Burlington Mill Road (just before Capital light), and Shearon Farms Drive off of North Capital (just before Burlington Mill light).  
Directions from North Raleigh: Take Capital Blvd north toward Wake Forest. Turn right onto Shearon Farms Road before the Burlington Mill Road light.  Landmark: turn after the red boat in front of a commercial storage facility.
Directions from Wake Forest: Travel to Capital Blvd. Head south toward Raleigh. Turn left onto Burlington Mill Road, turn right onto Urial Road to enter Shearon Farms neighborhood.
Directions from Rolesville: Travel to HWY 401, Louisburg Road.  Follow HWY 401 to Burlington Mill Road. Turn left onto Urial Road to enter Shearon Farms neighborhood.

IT'S MY BIRTHDAY!
June 29 - ALL DAY LONG!
If you see me out and about please say hi!
If you see me in a restaurant - please don't send the singing wait staff over!

Peace, Love and Birthday Smiles!

Loads of celebrating this week in My Back Yard....

                         

Whether you are buying or selling Real Estate in Wake Forest NC it just makes sense to use a Realtor® that knows the area!  I live here, work here and play here - I call Wake Forest NC home!  For more information regarding Wake Forest NC be sure to visit my websites:

• Leesa Finley - Homes for Sale in Wake Forest NC, Wake Forest NC schools, restaurants, shops, entertainment and MORE....
• Circa Properties - My company website with information for the entire Raleigh NC area including Cary, Apex, Garner, Franklinton, Youngsville, Holly Springs and MORE....

 

Active Listings:

*May Statistics run through April 15, 2008

There were 1335 active listings for the month of May 2008* which includes townhomes and condos. In comparison, there were 1073 actives listing for the month of May 2007 (which were computed through June 15, 2007). An increase of 24% is noted.

Closed Listings:

Total closings since January 2008 through June 15, 2008 for Wake Forest is 652.  Of those closings 18% had a price point of $400,000 or higher. The supply of homes in Wake Forest has dipped for the third consecutive month to a 10 month supply.  Wake Forest is now tied with ITB (Inside The Beltline) for the HIGHEST absorption rates in Wake County.

Average days on market for Wake Forest was 108.

Additional Statistics: The top 2 subdivisions for closings in all of Wake County were located in NoRa and Wake Forest. They are Heritage (64 sales) and Hedingham (49 listings).  These totals represent total number of closings since January 2008 for the particular neighborhood. 

In comparison to the month of April 2008 and even going back to January of 2008 sales are picking up in the Wake Forest area!

For more information about what these statistics may mean to you as a buyer or seller please feel free to contact me!

                         

Whether you are buying or selling Real Estate in Wake Forest NC it just makes sense to use a Realtor® that knows the area!  I live here, work here and play here - I call Wake Forest NC home!  For more information regarding Wake Forest NC be sure to visit my websites:

• Leesa Finley - Homes for Sale in Wake Forest NC, Wake Forest NC schools, restaurants, shops, entertainment and MORE....
• Circa Properties - My company website with information for the entire Raleigh NC area including Cary, Apex, Garner, Franklinton, Youngsville, Holly Springs and MORE....

 

First of all - HAPPY FATHER'S DAY to all the dads out there!  Take it easy today, have fun and let this day be all about YOU!

Last week in Wake Forest was pretty exciting with the Art After Hours, Flicks on the Field and Families After 5!  This week?  A little more laid back but just as exciting, of course...

From The Town of Wake Forest website:

Families After Five - featuring Progressive Music students
Thursday, June 19; 5:30 p.m.
The Factory

Festival Friday
Friday, June 20; 6:00 p.m.
Festival Park, S. White Street
Festival Friday is scheduled to be held each Friday from June 6 through October 17 on the grounds of Festival Park. In case of rain, the festivities will move indoors. The event is free and prizes will be awarded each week to selected Festival Friday performers. The point of Festival Friday is to provide a venue every Friday night, free to the public, for local teens to gather in a safe, fun environment and encourage local artists to show off their skills. Area residents are encouraged to bring your lounge chairs, blankets and enjoy. For more information, contact Mark Skinner at markjr54@yahoo.com.

Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, June 21; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.

Wake Forest Community Response Team Request for Donations
Saturday, June 21; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Old Winn Dixie, corner of Elm Street and Brooks Street
The Wake Forest Community Response Team is always ready to offer assistance in the event of a natural disaster. Now they need our help. The Community Response Team is planning a yard sale fundraiser on June 28. Donations for the yard sale will be accepted Saturday, June 21 from 8 a.m. until noon at the old Winn Dixie, located at the corner of Brooks & Elm Streets. Any good, usable items will be accepted. The Yard Sale will also be held at the old Winn Dixie Building. For more information, contact Lisa Newhouse at (919) 650-9049.

1st Annual Carolina Ale House Golf Tournament
Monday, June 23; 11:30 a.m. check-in; 1:00 p.m. shotgun start
Olde Liberty Golf Club, Youngsville, NC
The 1^st Annual Carolina Ale House Golf Tournament  will be held Monday, June 23 at the Olde Liberty Golf Club, 100 Commonwealth Drive, Youngsville. The event will raise money for the Wake Forest Boys & Girls Club. Like all Ale House Tournaments, this one will be great. Great gift bags, awesome food and beverages at the course, raffle prizes, hole-in-one contests and much more! The cost is $80 per player, which includes golf, cart, range balls, beverages, food at the party, prizes and raffle ticket. For more information contact Bobby Richardson at (813) 727-2492, Jay Joslin at (919) 278-8156, or the Carolina Ale House in Wake Forest at (919) 556-8666.

Wake Forest is gearing up for their annual, super-spectacular Fourth of July event - check back in for more details!  It is an amazing display of fireworks and a day of TOTAL fun!

A little calm before the storm in My Back Yard....

                         

Whether you are buying or selling Real Estate in Wake Forest NC it just makes sense to use a Realtor® that knows the area!  I live here, work here and play here - I call Wake Forest NC home!  For more information regarding Wake Forest NC be sure to visit my websites:

• Leesa Finley - Homes for Sale in Wake Forest NC, Wake Forest NC schools, restaurants, shops, entertainment and MORE....
• Circa Properties - My company website with information for the entire Raleigh NC area including Cary, Apex, Garner, Franklinton, Youngsville, Holly Springs and MORE....

 

Purchasing a historic home is an exciting opportunity to preserve history, restore charm and character to an older home, extend a legacy and experience history all in one.  If you are anything like me you have a deep-rooted love for historic homes.  I am in awe of the artchitecture and the craftsmanship of these romantic, antiquated homes and the vibes that run through the veins of the homes when I place my hand on a railing or bannister are overwhelming.  For me, it is an experience that I seek out as often as possible. 

While the dreamy visions of restoring an old treasure may intrigue you - you must first evaluate the consequences (and the benefits) of underatking such a, at times, Herculean effort.

First and foremost we must define what a historic home is.  A historic property by North Carolina definition is:

The quality of significance in American history, architecture, archaeology, and culture is present in districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects that possess integrity of location, design, setting, materials, workmanship, feeling, and association, and:

A. that are associated with events that have made significant contribution to the broad patterns of our history; or

B. that are associated with the lives of persons significant in our past; or

C. that embody the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction, or that represent the work of a master, or that possess high artistic values, or that represent a significant and distinguishable entity whose components may lack individual distinction; or

D. that have yielded, or may be likely to yield, information important in prehistory or history.

** It is important to note that there are federal, state and local agencies that all have subtle differences.  It is important to check in your local area for specifics.

Now that we know how a home qualifies - where are they?

There are many places to search for historic homes.  I would be remiss at this point if I did not mention the best way to seek out these homes are to enlist the help of a Realtor® that is well-versed if the niche of historic properties.  An educated Realtor® will be able to assist you in your search, your homework and the paperwork involved.  A few places that you can surf on your own while contemplating the big leap are:

• Historic Properties
• Old Houses
• Preservation Directory
• Antique Real Estate
• Historic Homesteads

While each of the sites mentioned have a broad variety of historic homes for sale they do not represent a complete list of what is possibly available in your area. 

Once you have found your potential gem in the rough it is very important to sit down prior to a signed contract and assess your financials.  You must take into account all of the work (and money) that will be required to bring the home "up to code".  It is highly advisable to have a home inspection done PRIOR to making an offer so that you will have clear vision of the work that lay ahead. 

There are many financial assistant programs available to individuals involved in restoration projects......

I do hope that you join me for Part II in a few day - I will highlight some of the grant programs available to the purchaser of a historic home.

I hope you stay with me to explore the historic home opportunities and allow be to help you "Establish Your Circa" in My Back Yard....

                         

Whether you are buying or selling Real Estate in Wake Forest NC it just makes sense to use a Realtor® that knows the area!  I live here, work here and play here - I call Wake Forest NC home!  For more information regarding Wake Forest NC be sure to visit my websites:

• Leesa Finley - Homes for Sale in Wake Forest NC, Wake Forest NC schools, restaurants, shops, entertainment and MORE....
• Circa Properties - My company website with information for the entire Raleigh NC area including Cary, Apex, Garner, Franklinton, Youngsville, Holly Springs and MORE....

 

Wow - what fun this week!!!  The Factory will have an outdoor summer movie on

June 13th - yep, that'a a Friday - I just didn't want to say it!

FEATURED MOVIE

The Sandlot!

The movie doesn't start until 8:30pm but the gates at the ballfield will open at 4:00pm.  There will be pre-movie entertainment and the concession stands will be open - there will be a HUGE turnout.  Please bring your lawn chairs and get ready for this great evening under the stars......sorry, folks, no blankets are allowed.

This event has been sponsered by Chiropractic Partners - what a way to give.....

What a fantastic way to start your summer in My Back Yard....

                         

Whether you are buying or selling Real Estate in Wake Forest NC it just makes sense to use a Realtor® that knows the area!  I live here, work here and play here - I call Wake Forest NC home!  For more information regarding Wake Forest NC be sure to visit my websites:

• Leesa Finley - Homes for Sale in Wake Forest NC, Wake Forest NC schools, restaurants, shops, entertainment and MORE....
• Circa Properties - My company website with information for the entire Raleigh NC area including Cary, Apex, Garner, Franklinton, Youngsville, Holly Springs and MORE....

 

This week in Wake Forest has some great events in the line up.  I have noticed that there are one or two that are missing - no worries - i will be sure to post them in time for you to make plans!  Get out this week and enjoy all that Wake Forest has to offer:

From the Town of Wake Forest website:

Families After Five - featuring The Embers
Thursday, June 12; 5:00 p.m.
The Factory

Take a Hike
Friday, June 13; 2:00 p.m.
Bolin Creek Trail and Battle Branch Trail, Chapel Hill, NC
The Wake Forest Greenways Advisory Board is inviting all interested residents to come along on Friday, June 13, at 2 p.m., for "Take a Hike" in June. These monthly walking tours are designed to encourage local residents to experience and enjoy the area's greenway trails and open spaces. For more information, contact Jan Ammons at (919) 562-0524.

Festival Friday
Friday, June 13; 6:00 p.m.
Festival Park, S. White Street
Festival Friday is scheduled to be held each Friday from June 6 through October 17 on the grounds of Festival Park. In case of rain, the festivities will move indoors. The event is free and prizes will be awarded each week to selected Festival Friday performers. The point of Festival Friday is to provide a venue every Friday night, free to the public, for local teens to gather in a safe, fun environment and encourage local artists to show off their skills. Area residents are encouraged to bring your lounge chairs, blankets and enjoy. For more information, contact Mark Skinner at markjr54@yahoo.com.

Art After Hours
Friday, June 13; 5:00 p.m.
Downtown Wake Forest
On the second Friday night of each month the streets of downtown Wake Forest come alive with food, merchants and music! Everyone is invited to come and experience the dining, art and retail merchants of downtown Wake Forest. Downtown businesses stay open until 9:00pm. You never know what treasure you may find!

Wake Forest Farmers' Market
Saturday, June 14; 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Downtown Wake Forest - Municipal Parking Lot
The market offers fresh produce, pasture-raised beef, poultry and pork, free-range eggs, fresh and dried herbs, honey, jams and preserves, plus a whole lot more. The Farmers' Market is open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon through November 22. For more information, contact Terri Wilkinson at (919) 556-1579.

Beach music?  Art After Hours?  Come on.....it doesn't get much better in My Back Yard....

                         

Whether you are buying or selling Real Estate in Wake Forest NC it just makes sense to use a Realtor® that knows the area!  I live here, work here and play here - I call Wake Forest NC home!  For more information regarding Wake Forest NC be sure to visit my websites:

• Leesa Finley - Homes for Sale in Wake Forest NC, Wake Forest NC schools, restaurants, shops, entertainment and MORE....
• Circa Properties - My company website with information for the entire Raleigh NC area including Cary, Apex, Garner, Franklinton, Youngsville, Holly Springs and MORE....