Share on Facebook Oh-Oh-October! This month, you can visit the Fear Farm, salute Elvis, celebrate Ava Gardner, enjoy Oktoberfest, go on a historical ghost walk, and SO much more!

Thursday October 1 2009 - Saturday October 31 2009 Lazy O Farm Maze Days Adventure Fun farm education Millet Maze full of learning stations and interactive excitement. Hayride, pumpkins and farm animals. Picnic area available. Great experience for preschool - elementary aged children. Location: 3583 Packing Plant Rd., Smithfield. 3583 Packing Plant Rd. Smithfield, NC 27577 Admission: Call for prices and appointment. Phone: Tami Thompson, 919 934-1132

Friday October 2 2009 - Saturday October 3 2009 34th Annual Railroad Days Festival Railroad Days begins this year on Friday night with a gospel music concert at the Historic Selma Depot. On Saturday, there will be a 5K run and Family Fun Walk beginning at 8am. There will be a parade, model train displays, live entertainment, a carnival, food and craft vendors and more! Event times: Fri 6pm-9pm, Sat 8am-6pm Location: Uptown Selma. 100 N. Raiford St. Selma, NC 27576 Admission: free. Phone: Joe Carter, 919 975-1411

Friday October 2 2009 - Saturday October 3 2009 Country Music Showcase: Stars, Guitars and Country Legends Back by popular demand, the CMS cast has added a second show of Country Music Classics! Show times: Fri 7pm, Sat 2pm & 7pm. Location: Paul A. Johnston Auditorium, Johnston Community College, Smithfield. 245 College Rd. Smithfield, NC 27577 Admission: Call for ticket prices. Phone: Debbie Elam, 919 209-2099

Friday October 2 2009 - Friday October 30 2009 Country Tonight! Come hear the best country music from today and yesterday and comedy that will keep you laughing in your seat! Each week, Country Tonight offers a featured band that performs some of your favorite country songs. With a little family comedy added to the show, you have the ingredients for a night of fun! Show time: Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 7:45pm. Additional October dates: 9, 16, 23, 30 Location: Corner of Webb & Waddell Streets. 112 N. Webb St. Selma, NC 27576 Admission: Call for ticket prices visit ww.countrytonightmusicshow.com Phone: Bowie Martin, 252 237-6199

Friday October 2 2009 - Saturday October 3 2009 Eddie Miles: A Salute to Elvis Presley Eddie Miles does a spectacular tribute to the "King" - Elvis Presley. You may have seen Eddie/Elvis at Myrtle Beach. Now you can see this great performer right here in Selma! Eddie continues to play to sell-out audiences so please reserve your seats as soon as possible for these special Rudy Theatre Concert Series performances. Call toll free 1-877-843-7839 Call toll free 1-877-843-7839 or (919) 202-992. Show times Fri 8pm, Sat 2pm. Location: Rudy Theatre, Selma. 300 N. Raiford St. PO Box 429 Selma, NC 27576 Admission: Call for ticket prices and availability. Phone: Spook Joyner, 919 202-9927

Saturday October 3 2009 - Saturday October 31 2009 American Music Jubilee This Branson-style variety show will delight audiences of all ages with comedy, music and fun. Matinees: 1:40pm, Evenings: 7:40pm. Toll free 1-877-843-7839 or (919) 202-992. October show dates: 3, 10 15, 17, 24, 31. Location: Rudy Theatre, Selma. 300 N. Raiford St. PO Box 429 Selma, NC 27576 Admission: Call for show times & ticket prices. Phone: Spook Joyner, 919 202-9927

Saturday October 3 2009 Archer Lodge Country Auction The event begins with lunch, a homemade country Brunswick stew. There will be an auction with homemade crafts, quilts, candies, cakes, farm supplies and unique items that bring back the flavor of the good ole' farming days of the past! Event time: 11am Location: Archer Lodge Community Building. 14009 Buffalo Road Clayton, NC 27527 Admission: Free. Phone: Natalie Norris, 919 553-5629 Saturday

October 3 2009 Fall Civilian Living History Program Costumed living historians will demonstrate a variety of mid 19th century domestic skills such as hearth cooking, sewing, natural dyeing, spinning, and knitting, all while discussing the hardships a common southern lady endured as she did her best to provide for her family during the Civil War. Event time: 10am-4pm. Location: Bentonville Battlefield State Historic Site, Four Oaks. 5466 Harper House Rd. Four Oaks, NC 27524 Admission: Free. Phone: Derrick Brown, 910 594-0789

Saturday October 3 2009 Johnston County Horse Show Series This horse show series is dedicated to offering a fun and exciting horse show while still maintaining a down home atmosphere that encourages family participation. Open to riders and horses/mules from all riding levels, breeds & disciplines. Event time: 8:30am. Location: Johnston County Livestock Arena, Smithfield. Admission: Free for spectators. Phone: Michele McLaughlin, 919 934-1344

Saturday October 3 2009 - Sunday October 4 2009 NCNSA Fast Pitch is Not a Sissy Game Girl's Fast Pitch Softball Tournament This Girl's Fast Pitch Softball Tournament will be an opportunity to see some of the best fast pitch softball players in our area. Concession with an assortment of food/beverage available. No alcohol is permitted on premises. Event times: Sat 8:30am-10pm, Sun 8:30am-5pm. Location: Clayton Community Park - 1075 Amelia Church Rd., Clayton. 340 McCullers St. PO Box 879 Clayton, NC 27520 Admission: Call for prices. Phone: Jonathan Allen, 919 553-1551 T

hursday October 8 2009 - Saturday October 10 2009 Heritage Quilt Show There will be over 100 catalogued quilts on display for viewing, some that are more than 100 years old. A variety of fabrics, including feed sacks and traditional patterns can be seen. There will be demonstrations and educational presentations about techniques and quilt care available. Other heritage handicrafts can be seen. Event times: Event times: Thurs 3pm-7pm, Fri 9am-7pm, Sat 9am-1pm. Location: Jo Co Ag Center, 2736 NC 210 Hwy., Smithfield 2736 NC Hwy 210 Smithfield, NC 27577 Admission: Free. Phone: Jayne Cubilla, 919 989-5380

Friday October 9 2009 Clayton Annual Golf Tournament Annual golf tournament. Location: Neuse Golf Club, Clayton. Admission: Call for fees. Phone: Sally Schlindwein, 919 553-6352 Friday October 9 2009 - Monday October 12 2009 Columbus Day Sale Merchants offer special savings of 25% to 65% off all specially priced merchandise. Hours: Mon-Sat 10-9, Sun 11-7. Location: Carolina Premium Outlets, Smithfield. 1025 Industrial Park Dr., Ste. 905 Smithfield, NC 27577 Phone: Crystal Yelverton, 919 989-8757

Friday October 9 2009 - Saturday October 10 2009 Fifth Annual Ava Gardner Festival This annual event celebrates the life of Ava Gardner through heritage tours, showings of Ava Gardner films, and special exhibits. This year’s festival celebrates the special relationship Ava shared with Ernest Hemingway by screening films based on his works and literary events. Event time: 9am-6pm. Location: Market Street and Third Street, Smithfield. 325 E. Market St. Smithfield, NC 27577 Admission: . Phone: Jessica Meadows, 919 934-5830

Friday October 9 2009 Three Men And A Maestro - Signature Artists Series Three Men And A Maestro offer a decandent smorgasbord of masterfully plyed music, unexpected surprises and pure exhilaration. Showtime: 7pm. Location: Paul A. Johnston Auditorium, Johnston Community College, Smithfield. 245 College Rd. Smithfield, NC 27577 Admission: Call for ticket prices. Phone: Ken Mitchell, 919 209-2099

Friday October 16 2009 - Saturday October 17 2009 Clayton Oktoberfest/Town Square Concert Series Clayton Oktoberfest - All the food, beverage and entertainment of an authentic Oktoberfest, including the music! Event times: Fri. 5-11pm and Sat. 11am-10pm. Location: Clayton Commons - 338 E. Main St. area, Clayton. Admission: Call for prices. Phone: Bruce Naegelen, 919 553-1545

Saturday October 17 2009 Lazy O Farm Family Day Meander through a millet maze full of learning stations and interactive farm excitement. Pumpkins, hayride and farm animals add to the fun. Picnic shelter available. Event time: 10am - 1pm. Location: 3583 Packing Plant Rd., Smithfield. 3583 Packing Plant Rd. Smithfield, NC 27577 Admission: Call for prices. Phone: Tami Thompson, 919 934-1132

Saturday October 17 2009 - Sunday October 18 2009 NCUSFA Girl's Fast Pitch Softball Tournament This Girl's Fast Pitch Softball Tournament will be an opportunity to see some of the best fast pitch softball players in our area. Concession with an assortment of food/beverage available. No alcohol is permitted on premises. Event times: Sat 8:30am-10pm, Sun 8:30am-5pm. Location: Clayton Community Park - 1075 Amelia Church Rd., Clayton. 340 McCullers St. PO Box 879 Clayton, NC 27520 Admission: Call for prices. Phone: Jonathan Allen, 919 553-1551

Saturday October 17 2009 Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder/Palladian Series Bluegrass superstar Ricky Skaggs and his band, Kentucky Thunder, will open the 2009-2010 Palladian Series with two performances. The official "Ambassador of Bluegrass", is out to show the world that "country rocks, but bluegrass rules"! Event time: 4pm and 8pm. Location: The Clayton Center, Clayton. 111 E. Second St. PO Box 879 Clayton, NC 27528 Admission: Call for ticket prices. Phone: Cathy Marraccini, 919 553-1737

Sunday October 18 2009 Coats Estate Open House Visit the Coats House and Museum, located on the Coats Estate. The Coats bell collection includes 60+ bells. You have the opportunity to ring the bells and tour the museum. Event time 3pm-5pm or by reservation. Location: The Coats Estate, 3317 Old Fairground Rd., Angier. Coats Estate 3317 Old Fairground Rd. Angier, NC 27501 Admission: Free Phone: Alice Honeycutt, 919 894-4443

Friday October 23 2009 - Sunday October 25 2009 Selma East Coast Antique Show Our three day outdoor event has proven to be a huge success for both the novice antique shopper and the seasoned full time antique dealer with dealers from New York to Florida! Event times: 8am-5pm. Location: Uptown Selma. Admission: free. Phone: Roger Root, 919 965-3901

Saturday October 24 2009 Benson Saturday Stroll, Wonder Into Winter Come to Main St. in Downtown Benson for a fun, interactive experience. Enjoy great food, music, shopping, games and actives for all ages. Event time: 10am - 2pm. Location: Main Street, Downtown Benson. Admission: Free. Phone: Ben Murphrey, 919 894-1606

Saturday October 24 2009 Satisfaction, A Rolling Stones Experience - Nostalgia Series Satisfaction is the international touring tribute show dedicated to the "World's Greatest Rock & Roll Band". This glamorous show has been in production and touring since 2001 with over 1200 performances dates to its credit. Event time: 7pm. Location: Paul A. Johnston Auditorium, Johnston Community College, Smithfield. 245 College Rd. Smithfield, NC 27577 Admission: Call for ticket prices. Phone: Ken Mitchell, 919 209-2099

Thursday October 29 2009 Historical Ghost Walk Small groups will be guided through the cemetery where costumed re-enactors will tell stories about famous (and perhaps infamous) persons buried there. Event time 7pm. Location: Riverside Cemetery, corner of South Second and Church Streets, Smithfield. 241 E. Market St. PO Box 2709 Smithfield, NC 27577 Admission: charged. Phone: Wingate Lassiter, 919 934-2836

Saturday October 31 2009 Heritage Day A full day of farm activities and demonstrations including blacksmithing, heritage demonstrations, exhibits, arts, crafts, food, music, kid's activities and more! Event time: 10am-4pm. Location: Tobacco Farm Life Museum, Hwy 301 North, Kenly. 709 Church St.- US Hwy 301 N. PO Box 88 Kenly, NC 27542 Admission: Call for prices. Phone: Elaine Richardson, 919 284-3431

Saturday October 31 2009 Oak-tober Fest The event begins at 6am with a town-wide "Great American Yard Sale" followed by entertainment, food and craft vendors, and the Cardinal Homecoming. Location: Downtown Four Oaks. Admission: Free. Phone: Jennifer Wiggins, 919 963-4004

Saturday October 31 2009 Trick or Treat Off the Street Costumed children up to age 10 can visit participating merchants to receive candy, stickers, pencils and other great goodies! Event time: 4pm-7pm. Location: Carolina Premium Outlets, Smithfield. 1025 Industrial Park Dr., Ste. 905 Smithfield, NC 27577 Phone: Crystal Yelverton, 919 989-8757