Friday – Sunday, Oct, 22 – 24 Forest Moon Theater will present “The Odd Couple” Friday-Sunday, Oct. 22-24, at the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre, 405 S. Brooks St. Show times are Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday at 3 p.m. From stage to film to television, Neal Simon’s “The Odd Couple” has proven to be one of America’s most beloved, enduring stories of mismatched roommates. Join us for the fun when we present our take on this classic comedy, which opens as a group of the guys assemble for a poker game in the apartment of divorced Oscar Madison. (And if the mess is any indication, it’s no wonder that Oscar’s wife left him.) Late to arrive is Felix Unger, who has just been separated from his wife. Fastidious, depressed, and none too tense, Felix seems suicidal, but as the action unfolds, Oscar

Recently the Wake Forest Board of Commissioners and the mayor heard about the progress on three programs or initiatives and learned that Rolesville and Wake Forest have agreed on an annexation agreement. First up during the work session was Nik Davis, a principal with Houseal Lavigne Associates of Chicago, which is working on the Community Plan update. He presented the draft vision statement and goals, saying the difficult work will come this fall and winter when he and others assess all the information from surveys and workshops. It is expected the plan will be presented to the board early in 2022. Davis said 1,316 town residents responded or participated. The commissioners have allocated $50,000 for a housing rehabilitation program in the Northeast area. Assistant Town Manager Allison Snyder said a committee selected Rebuilding Together of the Triangle as the most qualified consultant. The firm will provide homeowners in the area

One of Wake Forest’s most treasured community traditions, Six Sundays in Spring, had to be cancelled in 2020 and 2021 because of COVID-19. But this fall the Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department and ARTS Wake Forest plan an autumn edition of the event in the Amphitheater at E. Carroll Park, 701 Harris Road. This free, live, outdoor entertainment – rain or shine – will feature a variety of local and regional performers. Orchestra K’che will entertain on September 12. Other acts scheduled to perform include Revolution Beatles Tribute Band on September 26 ; Tea Cup Gin on October 3; and Chatham Rabbit on October 10. To view the complete concert schedule, including a description of each band, visit www.wakeforestnc.gov/meetings-events/six-sundays-spring. No food or refreshment vendors will be on site during this year’s Six Sundays in Fall concert series, so attendees are encouraged to pack a picnic and enjoy the

An exhibition of art by talented local artists will open Friday, Sept. 17, at 5 p.m. and run through Sunday, Sept. 19, at 5 p.m. at The Corner of Wake Forest at 102 North Avenue. The art exhibited will be for sale. #

The Town of Wake Forest is in the process of developing an Affordable Housing Plan to help better analyze and mitigate housing conditions within our community. As a first step in that process, the Town is inviting residents to complete a brief survey by visiting https://bit.ly/WFAffordableHousingPlan. Designed to help the Town better understand the housing experiences and challenges of the Wake Forest community, the questionnaire takes approximately five minutes to complete.  Once completed, the Wake Forest Affordable Housing Plan will examine existing local housing conditions, determine housing needs, establish a vision and goals, and recommend community housing policies to help achieve this vision. For more information, email Long Range Planning Manager Brad West at bwest@wakeforestnc.gov. #

If you’re looking for a “hauntingly” good time this fall season, then don’t miss the “Spirits of Wake Forest” ghost walk in downtown Wake Forest. Presented by Wake Forest Downtown, Inc., in conjunction with Forest Moon Theater, these tours will be offered on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings, September 30 through October 30, at 6:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Downtown Wake Forest’s buildings and sidewalks have seen well over 100 years of history, and they have some spooky stories to tell! Join Wake Forest Downtown and Forest Moon Theater’s incredible cast of storytellers to learn about the tragic train wrecks, murderous mamas and restless spirits that make up just a small piece of downtown’s haunted history. Tockets are $15 for adults and $12 for children 10 and under. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, Sept. 8, and must be purchased in advance at https://bit.ly/SpiritsofWF. Please note: Tickets are non-refundable/non-transferable. Tours will take place rain or shine.

You can make a difference in our community by applying for one of the upcoming vacancies on the town’s advisory boards. The boards were established to give residents input into what happens in the community and advise the Board of Commissioners on matters that affect citizens and their town government. Applications are being accepted through noon Thursday, Sept. 30, for appointments to the following boards and commissions:   Board of Adjustment (BOA) Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) Human Relations Council (HRC) Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Advisory Board Planning Board Public Art Commission (PAC) Technology Advisory Board (TAB) Urban Forestry Board (UFB) The online advisory board application is available on the Town website at http://bit.ly/TOWFAdvBoardApplication. Anyone without access to a computer is invited to complete the application by using a computer kiosk in the lobby of Town Hall, 301 South Brooks Street. Hard copies are available upon request by contacting Executive Assistant

The Wake Forest Fire Department offers a life-saving initiative that provides firefighters with the safe and efficient entry they need into the homes of vulnerable residents during fires or medical emergencies. The Knox Homebox program involves homeowners buying a steel lock box and firefighters locking their house key in it. Fire crews have a master key that opens the box in the event of a medical emergency, fire or other urgent need. According to Fire Logistics Specialist David Davis, the initiative saves precious time for first responders and the potential expense of costly repairs for the homeowner due to forced entry. “Our number one concern is getting inside the house to provide aid to someone who may be in trouble,” said Davis. “This program allows us to gain entry quickly without breaking down the door or breaking windows.” Davis said the program also offers peace of mind for the homeowner and their

Save the date for Wake Forest Virtual CROP Hunger Walk, Sunday, September 26, 2021, beginning at 2 p.m. Register online to walk and/or donate: https://events.crophungerwalk.org/2021/event/wakeforestnc Following last year’s format that worked so well, this year’s walking events will have do-it-yourself themes, with the individuals and teams having the option to plan their own routes. Our vision is for people to stay safe on September 26 while they celebrate their own successes of supporting the missions of CROP Hunger Walk.  Suggestions for where to walk are the greenways, parks, neighborhoods, parking lots, neighborhoods, or at home. We encourage walkers to share their participation with social media.  Stay connected with others who are walking to show support for our most vulnerable neighbors, both near and far. Last year the community’s generous walkers, their families, and their friends raised a record-breaking $17,000 for this worthy outreach. The event’s generosity goal this year is $20,000.