Open Mic Night at 219 Elm: 7-9:30 p.m. Thursday and each Thursday, at Legal Grounds Coffee Shop, 219 Elm presents Open Mic Night. Add your name to the “15 Minutes on Stage” roster, in conjunction with special guests featured for your entertainment. Special guests rotate, but the log for getting your “15 Minutes on Stage” remains open. (some restrictions apply). Enjoy an evening out with the fun at 219 Elm on Thursday nights.

Painted Gold Classic Horse Show, 8 a.m. Aug. 3: Southeastern NC Agricultural Center is hosting the Painted Gold Classic Horse Show. The event is open to the public with concessions available for purchase. Find more information at https://bit.ly/3zZLhju .

Lumberton Horse and Tack Auction, 7 p.m. on Aug. 5: The Horse and Tack Auction is scheduled the first Monday night of each month. Mark you calendars for the reoccurring event. All events are held at the Southeastern NC Agricultural Events Center, 1027 Hwy 74 East, Lumberton.

Children’s Storytime – Lumberton: This takes place 10:30-11 a.m. Aug. 6, and weekly on Tuesdays at Robeson County Public Library, 101 N Chestnut St, Lumberton.

Children’s Storytime – Pembroke: This takes place 4:30-5:30 p.m. on Aug. 6 and monthly on the first Tuesdays at the Pembroke Library, 413 Blaine St, Pembroke.

Planetarium – Mars, 9 a.m. Aug. 6: The Robeson Planetarium and Science Center is presenting a program on “Mars.” The program is free to the public, but reservations are required. The “Mars” programs take place Tuesday-Thursday only at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Call 910-671-6000, ext. 3362, to make reservations. All programs are located at the old cafeteria on the Hargrave Complex Campus 100 Hargrave St., Lumberton.

Summer Living – RAG, @ 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Aug. 6: The Robeson Art Guild is hosting “Summer Living,” an exhibition of art works by local artists, expressing interpretations of summertime in our community. The Guild House itself, has an interesting story. It’s a calming atmosphere to experience. The Guild House is open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. each Tuesday and Thursday. The exhibition closes Sept. 12.

Rob Cole, 7 p.m. on Aug. 8: Rob Cole will perform at Your Pie Pizza, 5130 Fayetteville Road, Lumberton. Enjoy the show as Cole serenades in song.

Children’s Storytime – Lumberton, 10:30to 11 a.m. Aug. 9 and every Friday at the Robeson County Public Library, 101 N Chestnut St, Lumberton.

Children’s Storytime – Rowland, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Aug. 9 and on the second Friday of each month at the Rowland Public Library, 108 E Main St, Rowland.

Kiwanis – 47th All-American Golf Tournament, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 10-11: Robeson Lumberton and the Kiwanis Children’s Foundation is hosting the 47th annual All American Golf Tournament at Pine Crest Country Club and Golf Course. Proceeds are invested in programs providing support, guidance and protection of children. Contact the tournament chairperson Erika Nolley at 910-316-3527. Call for details or email kiwaniserika@gmail.com for registration and payment. Tee-times will be sent by email and published in the Robesonian. Tee choices are 8-10 a.m., 10 a.m. to noon and noon to 1:30 p.m.

Children’s Storytime – Lumberton, 10:30-11 a.m.: Aug. 13 and every Tuesday at the Robeson County Public Library, 101 N Chestnut St, Lumberton.

Children’s Storytime – Maxton, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Aug. 13 and every second Tuesday at Gilbert Patterson Memorial Library, 210 N Florence St, Maxton.

Children’s Storytime – St. Pauls, 10:30-11:30 a.m. on Aug. 14 and every second Wednesday at Annie H Mc Eachern Library, 223 W Broad St, St Pauls.

A Night of Silent Films & Organ Music, 7 p.m. Aug. 15: This fundraiser for the Robeson County Arts Council features the theater’s “Mighty Morton” organ during a special evening of new and classic silent film as well as nostalgic tunes performed by master musician and composer Mark Andersen.

The performance will start out with the screening of the short film “Applecalypse,” which was created by, and stars UNC Chapel Hill film department students. The film, which was scored by Andersen, had its premiere recently at the Carolina Theatre in Greensboro. Director Minh Ngo will be on hand to introduce the film and discuss its process.

The musical part of the program will be “The American Songbook” with music by George Gershwin and Cole Porter. The night ends with the silent short “Laughing Gas” starring Charlie Chaplin and also scored by Andersen.

Tickets can be purchased on-line by going to our web site at www.carolinaciviccenter.com. Tickets also can be purchased in-person or with credit card or cash 1-5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday through the theater’s administrative offices or by calling 910-738-4339. Tickets can also be purchased at the door. Theater lobby box office opens for ticket sales one hour prior to performance.

Julia Golden, 7-10 p.m. on Aug. 15: Julia Golden will perform at Your Pie Pizza, 5130 Fayetteville Road in Lumberton. Julia has been singing and performing pretty much since she could walk and talk. From early karaoke performances to singing the national anthem at professional baseball games, to numerous musicals, plays and showcases, Julia has spent the majority of her life on one stage or another.

JOB FAIR/BLOOD DRIVE, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Aug. 21: The Town of Fairmont and NC Works Career Center will host a job fair and blood drive in the Fairmont Heritage Center. Local and regional employers will have representatives present for persons seeking employment and Blood Connections will be on hand for blood donors. Gift cards will be given to those giving blood. For more info call 910-740-0277.

Summer Living – RAG: Robeson Art Guild is opening a “Summer Living” exhibit at the Guild House. You are invited to a reception at 6:30-8 p.m.to view the exhibition and meet some of the artists. Light refreshments will be served. The exhibition will be available for viewing each Tuesday and Thursday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. until Sept. 12. Visit the Robeson Guild House and “enjoy their warm hospitality.”

Music Jam Session: 6:30 p.m., Sept. 6, the first Friday night of each month.Bring instruments and songs to The Barn at Risen Farms, 7359 NC Highway 41 North, Lumberton.

ONGOING

Game Night – 219 Elm: Join the fun 6-9 p.m. each Tuesday Night at 219 Elm St., Lumberton for Game Night at 219 Elm. Refreshments are available in the Legal Grounds Coffee shop. Bring your own games, or select from the collection available in house. Bring the family and enjoy an outing.

Farmers Market: Open 3-6 p.m. Wednesdays, the Robeson County Farmers Market showcases vegetables grown in Robeson County only. Local craft vendors are welcome as an addition to the market. Visit with the local farmers and get to know them. The market is open each Wednesday and 7 a.m. to noon on each Saturday, or until the vendors sell out — through November.

Open Mic Night at 219 Elm: Each Thursday, Legal Grounds Coffee Shop at 219 Elm presents Open Mic Night. Add your name to the “15 Minutes on Stage” roster, in conjunction with special guests featured for your entertainment. Special guests rotate, but the log for getting your “15 Minutes on Stage” remains open. (some restrictions apply). Enjoy an evening out with the fun at 219 Elm on Thursday nights.

Music Jam Session: Bring instruments and songs 6:30-9:30 p.m. on the first Friday of each month to The Barn at Risen Farms for jamming the night away. Bring instruments and songs to The Barn at Risen Farms for jamming the night away. There might be a dance or two?

Flock Swap – Robeson Co. Farmers Market: The Farmers Market will host a Flock Swap 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. every third Saturday of the month. The Swap will be separate in the adjacent lot next to the Market, at 3rd and Water streets. Please contact Marie at robesoncofarmersmkt@gmail.com for more information.