This & That This Weekend in Wake Forest...

So much going on in Wake Forest

As we prepare to wrap up 2021 in Wake Forest NC it has come to my attention that the world, while not back to pre-COVID "normal" conditions (whatever that means) has returned to being BUSY!  There is so much to do.  Lighting of trees in many towns...in some cases the lighting towers etc...  Running to the store for lights, ribbon, paper, gifts, food, more food, bows, Christmas trees, candles, gift cards, wreaths, did I mention food?  The constant running to and from stores.  Gifts for the littles to give to teachers like homemade ornaments (yes, you type A parents know who you are!), preparing to travel, getting back from traveling, office Christmas parties, Holiday lunches, a Starbucks triple, venti, light, whipped, mocha, latte, peppermint yadda yadda yadda!  Oye vey!  SO MUCH TO DO!!!

What the season was once about has been lost by the commercialization of our society.  I used to complain about these things and truth be told, they still bother me.  That being said...my new found perspective post-COVID has me appreciating people.  Seeing them.  Hugging them.  Speaking to them.  Engaging.  Sharing a coffee.  Buying them a lunch.  I am looking forward to ll things commercialized for Christmas this year.  Sometimes, yes, sometimes....I just like the feeling of normal.  I want that call from Santa.  I want that triple nut milk latte peppermint light whip yadda yadda yadda -- Actually, no...I just want my Dunkin Donuts Coffee!!!  LOLOLOL. Seriously though, I hope to be at all of these events and things.... 

1. Thursday December 2nd from 6:00-8:00PM.  Calls From Santa!  Children ages 3-9 will receive a personal call from the BIG GUY!  SANTA CLAUS.  A form would have had to be filled out with the town of Wake Forest...but how cool!!???
2. Friday December 3rd from 6:00-8:30PM.  THE LIGHTING OF WAKE FOREST!!   Lights, Camera, Action!  It is that time to once again light up Wake Forest for the holiday season.  The wonder and magic of the season kicks off at Centennial Plaza aka the Gateway to Wake Forest Town Hall.  There will be musical performances and the lighting of the town tree.  If you are lucky, you MAY see Santa arrive via a Wake Forest Fire Truck too! 
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4. Saturday December 4th from 9:00AM-4:00PM.  WAKE FOREST HOLIDAY ARTISANS MARKET.   Come to the Renaissance Center to enjoy the fifth annual market.  Handmade works of art and gifts from the region!
5. Saturday December 4th from 10:00AM-2:00PM    A historic holiday festival at Wake Forest Historical Society on N. Main Street entitled, It's a Wonderful Wake Forest.  The move, It's a Wonderful Life will be screened and tours of the museum and hall will be available.  In addition guided tours of the historic district will be available too!  
6. Saturday December 4th at 10:00AM    DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE.  Kick off your holiday season discover the historic DOWNTOWN district of Wake Forest.  Shops, restaurants, and the people. Free and open to the public the downtown merchants invite you to come do a little shopping, sightseeing and just spend some time in the most quaint downtown in all of Wake County!  Wake Forest residents are proud to have you come visit.  HINT:  Go and see Buddy & Joe at B&W Hardware!!                                                                                             
7. Sunday December 5th from 10:30AM to 12 Noon.   Brunch with Santa!    He is a busy guy but he is finding time to come to Wake Forest several times this weekend.  Get dressed up and come see him for a photo opportunity at one our town's gems...Joyner Park!  You may see Ozzy there.  Tickets are required... wakeforestnc.recdesk.com. 
8. Saturday December 4th is your chance to go see the NEW Loading Dock venue near downtown.  Brian Fuhs and his team have been hard at work getting ready for your arrival.  Come mid day to enjoy this new and unique space.

TOLD YOU!  The town of Wake Forest happenings listed are just for THIS weekend.  Can you now see why Wake Forest residents love living there?  So much was left out of this list as well.  I can't type that much.  LOLOLOLOL. Will I SEE you at these events?  I sure hope so.

KIMA