Weekend Update: Auto fest, autocross and more

It’s a full house at the fairgrounds. Come on out and browse: The Carolina Collector Auto Fest takes over Dorton Arena, the Graham Building and the grounds between the buildings this weekend. This event is celebrating its 32nd year and will include a swap meet with more than 100 vendors and an indoor and outdoor car corral for buying and selling. Friday and Saturday will have car and truck shows for 1900-1989 vehicle years. On Sunday, the inaugural XTREME Car & Truck Showdown will be held in the Graham Building. Come see the baddest, coolest, tallest, most customized, wildest cars and trucks around for…

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Weekend Update: Sept. 22-24

There are plenty of events happening at the fairgrounds this weekend, so there’s sure to be something for everyone. Mark your calendars: The Southern Ideal Home Show is Friday through Sunday in the Graham Building and Exposition Center. The show will feature hundreds of building, remodeling, kitchen and bath, landscaping, outdoor living and interior design companies. Homeowners can shop and seek expert advice from housing professionals. Hours are Friday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is $10 at the door. Children under age 15…

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Weekend Update: March 25-27

Hop on out to the fairgrounds this weekend. We’ve got a basket-full of events! Events include two church services for Easter Sunday. Calvary Chapel Cary will hold their annual Easter Celebration in Dorton Arena on Sunday. Church service starts at 10 a.m. and concludes at noon. Everyone is invited to attend. Admission is free. Church Alive Easter Service will be Sunday in the Scott Building. Service starts at 10 a.m. and admission is free. Everyone is invited to attend. The Torch vs LeHigh Valley Steelhawks is Friday night in Dorton Arena. The Triangle Torch is a professional indoor football team….

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