SUMMER’S NOT just for outdoors! Fellowship with friends and family while experiencing our area’s best arts and entertainment, indoors and out. Don’t forget the fireworks, but there’s more than fireworks lighting up the skies; there’s an explosion of things to do and places to go.
As summer’s heat bears down, the footlights come up on local arts and entertainment. Escape into the air-conditioned theatre for a play or musical, where you’ll be transported while supporting your local arts center. While there, consider exhibits and classes for all ages where you might discover a new hobby or untapped natural talent.
When it comes to art classes, don’t forget area studios for a wide variety of things to do this summer. There’s something for adults and children.
Carriage House Players sets the stage for performing arts fun for kids 7-18. Scheduled for June 5-9, there’s a lineup of instruction in dance, makeup, music, and drama.
Mickey Johnson said, “They do a little bit of everything. The kids get to choose something they want to work on, and there’s a time each day to write the script they’ll perform for the parents on Friday. In addition to that, they’ll have sessions on make-up, costuming, lighting — everything it takes to put on a production. The older group will even create mockup stage designs built to miniature scales. It’s a lot of training for one week.
There’s more happening behind the scenes during camp.
“It gives them confidence, and it builds their stage presence. Anytime you get on stage, it will give you an edge because It helps with the nerves,” said Johnson.
Escape the heat and humidity with a great book, whether under your favorite shade tree or in the most comfortable chair at home. Find a new favorite author or genre while your children make their selections for the library’s summer reading program. You can borrow books using your library card online if you’d rather not leave the comfort of home to snag a current bestseller or an old classic you’d like to rediscover.
How does free fun sound? You can visit the Fayetteville-Lincoln County Arts Center weekly for free independent art center stations and create unique summer keepsakes.
Jen Pierce, the center’s president, said, “The five activity stations range from beginner to advanced and use various artistic methods and materials. These activities are suitable for all ages, making it a great time for families of all abilities to spend time together. These activities are updated weekly and posted to our Facebook page before opening. We will also be organizing take-home projects and crafts throughout the summer. These will have a small fee and can be picked up in the classroom as they’re available while supplies last.”
Don’t forget long-standing community events and traditions. Summer standards include fairs, festivals, cook-offs, tractor pulls, and vacation Bible schools.
So why not try something new this year, along with your favorite annual summer events, projects, and programs? For up-to-date information on these and many more, bookmark the Good News events calendar and check it often.
You never know what you’ll discover in your own backyard! GN
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Sarah Bradford
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How does free fun sound? You can visit the Fayetteville-Lincoln County Arts Center weekly for free independent art center stations and create unique summer keepsakes.
Jen Pierce, the center’s president, said, “The five activity stations range from beginner to advanced and use various artistic methods and materials. These activities are suitable for all ages, making it a great time for families of all abilities to spend time together. These activities are updated weekly and posted to our Facebook page before opening. We will also be organizing take-home projects and crafts throughout the summer. These will have a small fee and can be picked up in the classroom as they’re available while supplies last.”
Don’t forget long-standing community events and traditions. Summer standards include fairs, festivals, cook-offs, tractor pulls, and vacation Bible schools.
So why not try something new this year, along with your favorite annual summer events, projects, and programs? For up-to-date information on these and many more, bookmark the Good News events calendar and check it often.
You never know what you’ll discover in your own backyard! GN
