Assembling some of the top musical acts in our area, Rockin’ the Forest features a variety of popular beach music and cover bands that play beach music and rock and roll covers from classic to modern rock, with a little funk and original music thrown in. The series continues with the sold out Legacy Motown Revue on Jan. 17, followed by Jim Quick & Coastline on Feb. 28 and The Magnificents on March 27. In addition to great music, each Rockin’ the Forest concert includes a cash bar serving beer and wine. Advance tickets are $15 each plus tax and selling fast. Tickets can be purchased online with a Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover credit card at www.wakeforestrencen.org/tickets-events<http://www.wakeforestrencen.org/tickets-events>. Advance tickets may also be purchased with cash, check or credit card at the Renaissance Centre Box Office, 405 S. Brooks St. On the day of the concert tickets can be purchased

The January Business After Hours will be hosted by the Town of Wake Forest and held Thursday, Jan. 16, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the new Harris Park Community Center. * * * * Current and aspiring entrepreneurs are invited to apply for “Launch Wake Forest.” Launch Wake Forest is aimed at entrepreneurs who have a great idea but are unsure where or how to begin, as well as those who are already in business and need to learn how to progress to the next level. The initiative will offer 20 selected students a nine-week accredited Kaufman business course, business mentorship, planning and financial support, along with resources and connections to boost their current or potential business.ty. Three free information sessions will be held in January: Tuesday, Jan. 14; 6:00 -8:00 pm; Wake Forest Renaissance Centre Annex, 405 S. Brooks Street Thursday, Jan. 23; Noon – 1:30 pm; Wake Forest Area Chamber

*The Wake Forest Farmers Market will be open from 10 a.m. to noon this Saturday, Jan. 11, in the employee parking lot along South Taylor Street behind Wake Forest Town Hall. Local farmers and artisans will have meats, seasonal vegetables, bread, baked good and other local wares for sale. See the market’s Facebook page for information about the vendors and sign up for a weekly notice about the offerings that Saturday. Remember the Wake Forest Farmers Market is unusual in that it is owned by the farmers who sell their wares there. *Monday Night Bingo at The Factory is hosted by the Wake Forest Kiwanis Club in the Mill Room from 7 to 9:30 p.m. every Monday night. All profits support the club’s projects for children. Visit www.wakeforestbingo.com for more information. *Tri-Area Ministry Food Pantry at 149 East Holding Avenue is now open from 9 to 11 a.m. every third