CATCHTHIS A roundup of things to see and do this week
FESTIVAL
LEXINGTON BARBECUE FESTIVAL
The Lexington Barbecue Festival returns from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday in downtown Lexington. Sara Evans headlines six stages of entertainment. The free outdoor event also features arts and crafts vendors and, of course, lots of food. For more information, visit www.barbecuefestival.com .
JENNIFER AYERS-MOORE
Jennifer Ayers-Moore's journey as an advocate for people with mental illness started with her brother, Nathaniel Ayers. Ayers, a gifted musician whose career was cut short by schizophrenia, is the subject of "The Soloist," Greensboro's One City, One Book selection. Ayers-Moore will speak about her brother and her own journey at 6 p.m. Wednesday at War Memorial Auditorium, 1921 W. Lee St. in Greensboro. Admission is free. For information, visit www.greensborolibrary.org .
NASCAR DAY FESTIVAL
Celebrate the heritage of stock car racing during NASCAR Day Festival from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday in downtown Randleman. The outdoor event features arts and crafts vendors, food vendors, NASCAR collectible vendors and show cars and exhibits paying homage to the sport. For more information, visit www.randlemanchamber.com or call 495-1100.
BENEFIT
USO DANCE
Jump and jive to the swing of a bygone era during a USO Dance at 7 p.m. Saturday at Hanger 2 of the N.C. Aviation Museum, 2222 Pilots View Road in Asheboro. The Randolph Jazz Band provides the music and a free swing dance lesson at the fundraiser for the museum, which features a collection of contemporary and vintage aircraft. Tickets are $30 per couple and $20 for singles. Call 625-0170 for reservations.
COMING THIS WEEK
?? Jerry Neal, co-founder of RF Micro, is fascinated with the father of radio, Guglielmo Marconi. So much so, that Neal portrays Marconi for a benefit for Victory Junction Gang Camp. Tuesday in Life
?? All-State Restaurant Supply has been serving restaurants for more than 38 years. But the store is fast becoming a destination for home cooks, too. Saturday in Life COMEDY
"HEMI GUY" JON REEP
You know him as the "Hemi Guy" of the Dodge Ram television commercials. But Hickory native Jon Reep (left), a self-described "Metro Jethro," is also a standup comic from Los Angeles and winner of season 5 of "Last Comic Standing." Reep brings his routine to High Point for an 8 p.m. performance on Friday at the High Point Theater, 220 E. Commerce Ave. Tickets are $25 to $30. Call the box office at 887-3001.
FESTIVAL
GHOULASH!
Halloween arrives early for Ghoulash! The annual event presented by Greensboro Youth Council is from 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday at the Cultural Arts District that includes the Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie St., and its adjacent park. The event features face painting, inflatable attractions, a maze, arts and crafts, storytelling, treats and costume contests in three age groups. The event is free, but a small fee may be charged for some games. For information, call 373-2734 or visit www.greensboroyouth council.com . MUSIC
GREENSBORO SYMPHONY
Cellist Julie Albers joins the Greensboro Symphony for "Moscow Nights." Performances are 7:30 p.m. Thursday at War Memorial Auditorium, 1921 W. Lee St. in Greensboro, and 8 p.m. Saturday at Dana Auditorium on the campus of Guilford College, 5800 W. Friendly Ave. in Greensboro. Tickets are $22 to $38. Purchase them by calling (800) 745-3000. Free students tickets for Thursday performance by e-mailing college@greensborosymphony.org
TRIAD ACOUSTIC STAGE
Triad Acoustic Stage presents Anne and Pete Sibley (above) along with Laurelyn Dossett and Scott Manring at 8 p.m. Saturday at Triad Stage's Upstage Cabaret, 232 S. Elm St. in Greensboro. Tickets are $20. For information, visit www.triadacousticstage.com .
OPUS CONCERT
The Opus Concert season opens with a performance by the Philharmonia of Greensboro directed by Robert Gutter. The performance is at 7:30 p.m. Friday at Dana Auditorium on the campus of Guilford College, 5800 W. Friendly Ave. in Greensboro. Admission is free. For information, call 373-2549 or visit www.city-arts.org .
DANCE
CYRUS ART PRODUCTION
Cyrus Art Production presents a dance concert that celebrates the richness of the African American experience with performances by Duane Cyrus (left) and guest artists. Performances are at 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday and 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday at the Dance Theater on the campus of UNCG in Greensboro. Tickets are $9 to $15. Call the box office at 334-4849. MUSIC
TRIAD ACOUSTIC STAGE
Triad Acoustic Stage presents Anne and Pete Sibley, along with Laurelyn Dossett and Scott Manring 8 p.m. on Oct. 23 at Upstage Cabaret at Triad Stage, 232 S. Elm St. in Greensboro. Admission is $20. For information, visit www.triadacousticstage.com .
COMEDY
"HEMI GUY" JON REEP
"That thing got a hemi?" You know him as the "Hemi Guy" of the Dodge Ram television commercials. But Hickory native Jon Reep, a self-described "Metro Jethro" is also a stand-up comic from LA and winner of season 5 of "Last Comic Standing." Reep brings his routine to High Point for an 8 p.m. performance on Friday at the High Point Theater, 220 E. Commerce Ave. Tickets are $25-$30. Call the box office at 887-3001.
FESTIVAL
GHOULASH!
Halloween arrives early for Ghoulash! The annual event presented by Greensboro Youth Council is 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday at the Cultural Arts District that includes the Greensboro Cultural Center at 200 N. Davie St. and adjacent park. There will be face painting, inflatable attractions, a maze, arts and crafts, storytelling and treats. A costume contest in three age groups will be held. The event is free, but a small fee may be charged for some games. For information, call 373-2734 or visit www.greensboroyouthcouncil.com .
DANCE
CYRUS ART PRODUCTION
Cyrus Art Production presents a dance concert that celebrates the richness of the African American experience with performances by Duane Cyrus and guest artists. Performances are 8 p.m. Thursday through Friday and 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday at the Dance Theater on the campus of UNCG in Greensboro. Tickets are $9-$15. Call the box office at 334-4849.
FESTIVAL
LEXINGTON BARBECUE FESTIVAL
The Lexington Barbecue Festival returns to the heart of Piedmont barbecue country from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday in downtown Lexington. Sara Evans headlines six stages of entertainment. The free outdoor event also features arts and crafts vendors and, of course, lots of food. For more information, visit www.barbecuefestival.com .
MUSIC
GREENSBORO SYMPHONY
Cellist Julie Albers joins the Greensboro Symphony for a program titled "Moscow Nights." The symphony performs at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at War Memorial Auditorium, 1921 W. Lee St. and again at 8 p.m. Saturday at Dana Auditorium on the campus of Guilford College, 5800 W. Friendly Ave Tickets are $22-$38 by calling (800) 745-3000.
CATEGORY
JENNIFER AYERS-MOORE
Jennifer Ayers-Moore's journey as an advocate for people with mental illness started close to home - with her brother, Nathaniel Ayers. Ayers, a gifted musician who's career was cut short by schizophrenia, is the subject "The Soloist," Greensboro's One City, One Book. Ayers-Moore will speak about her brother and her own journey at 6 p.m. Oct. 20 at War Memorial Auditorium, 1921 W. Lee St. in Greensboro. The event is free. For information, visit www.greensborolibrary.org .
MUSIC
OPUS CONCERT
The OPUS Concert season opens with a performance by the Philharmonia of Greensboro directed by Robert gutter. The performance is 7:30 p.m. Friday at Dana Auditorium on the Campus of Guilford College, 5800 W. Friendly Ave. in Greensboro. Admission is free. For information, call 373-2549 or visit www.city-arts.org .
BENEFIT
USO DANCE
Jump and jive to the swing of a bygone era during a USO Dance at 7 p.m. Saturday at, appropriately, Hanger 2 of the North Carolina Aviation Museum, 2222 Pilots View Road south off Tot Hill Farm Road south of N.C. 49 in Asheboro. The Randolph Jazz Band provides the music and a free swing dance lesson will be given. The dance is a fund-raiser for the museum which features an impressive collection of contemporary and vintage aircraft. Tickets are $30 per couple and $20 single. Reservations are required by calling 625-0170.
FESTIVAL
NASCAR DAY FESTIVAL
Celebrate the heritage of stock car racing during NASCAR Day Festival 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday in downtown Randleman. The outdoor event features arts and crafts vendors, food vendors, NASCAR collectible vendors and show cars and exhibits paying homage to the sport. For more information, visit www.randlemanchamber.com or call 495-1100.
COMING THIS WEEK
?? Jerry Neal, co-founder of RF Micro, is fascinated with the father of radio, Guglielmo Marconi. So much so, that Neal portrays Marconi for a benefit for Victory Junction Gang Camp. Tuesday in Life.
?? All-State Restaurant Supply has been serving restaurants for over 38 years. But the store is fast becoming a destination for home cooks as well. Saturday in Life.
