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ustling activity along wide rivers make it clear that water is the thing here. The Dan, Smith, Mayo and Haw rivers all flow through Rockingham parts, nourishing the economy and providing varied, exciting recreation. Paddlers can choose among several outfitters to help set up a serene canoe trip or a kayak ride across raging rapids. Eden is the county’s largest town with about 16,000 residents. Its attractions include Coen’s, a Rockingham County tearoom that serves tasty cabbage on non-matchEnergyUnited territory ing dishes. Homes in historic Madison are excellent examples of 18th and early 19th century Federal, Greek Revival, Victorian, Colonial Revival and Bungalow styles. In Stoneville, you can still sip a thick milkshake at the old Stoneville Drug Store. In Reidsville, check out Short Sugar’s Pit Bar-B-Q and downtown’s “Antique Alley District.” Brochures are available that outline an historic walking tour. —Karen Olson House Stoneville Madison
Eden Wentworth Reidsville
Three top spots: Historical batteau river trips: A batteau is a long, narrow, wooden boat propelled by crewmen using poles, and was used in the 19th century to carry passengers and cargo across the nation’s rivers. Batteaux disappeared with the advent of the railroad. Reportedly, the only place in North Carolina where you can still experience their romance is in Rockingham county. Three River Outfitters, based in Eden, offers batteau trips. (336) 627-6215 or www.3-r-o.com. Chinqua-Penn Plantation: This unique countryside manor in Wentworth recently reopened to the public. Built in the 1920s, it features 27 rooms, exotic furnishings, a swimming pool with an Oriental pagoda and beautiful grounds. Tours include history on the original owners, Thomas and Beatrice Penn, who farmed the land. Open Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays 1 to 4 p.m. Admission. (336) 349-4576 or www.chinquapenn.com. Eden Drive-In: This popular hangout is one the few remaining movie drive-ins in the country. Sound is broadcast from radio waves— you can watch current releases from your car, lawn chair or quilt and munch hot dogs from the snack bar. Adults $5, children under age 11 admitted free. The drive-in closes for winter months, but at press time was to open in late February or March. (336) 623-9669 or www.edendrivein.com.
March 17, Huntersville (704) 875-2312 www.lattaplantation.org Horse Show Series
March 17–18, Smithfield (919) 934-1344 www.johnstoncountync.org Bentonville Battlefield Artillery Demo
March 17–18, Four Oaks (910) 594-0789 www.johnstoncountync.org Annual Kovack Pottery Festival
March 17–19, Seagrove (336) 873-8727 www.geocities.com/kovackpottery Celtic Music
March 18, Mount Airy (336) 786-6116 www.visitmountairy.com Renewed Conference for Women
March 18, Lexington (336) 224-0992 www.renewedforwomen.com John Griffin, Lincoln Biographer
March 20, Fayetteville (910) 483-5311 www.cumberland.lib.nc.us Anita Hill, Speaker Series
March 21, Fayetteville (910) 483-5311 www.uncfsu.edu The Borealis Wind Quartet
March 22, Fayetteville (910) 483-5311 www.borealiswindquintet.com Fourth Friday
March 23, Fayetteville (910) 323-1776 www.theartscouncil.com The Dillards
March 24, Smithfield (919) 209-2099 www.johnstoncountync.org Artie Shaw Orchestra
March 25, Clayton (919) 553-1737 www.johnstoncountync.org Woodwind Quintet
March 25, Fayetteville (910) 672-1571 www.uncfsu.edu
Learn of other nearby adventures and events: (336) 342-8138 www.ncnorthstar.com
River paddlers in Rockingham County can enjoy scenic rock cliffs and natural waterfalls.
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March 25, Fayetteville (910) 483-5311 www.fayettevillesymphony.org
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