Here are three things to know for Saturday, October 12:
1. North Carolina Grape Festival: Today, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Lu Mil Vineyard, 438 Suggs-Taylor Road, Elizabethtown. Grape stomp, live music, bounce houses, vendors, food trucks, fishing and wine tasting. Information: 910-866-5819 or 910-876-5485. READ MORE
2. Made in the Shade Open Car and Truck Show: Today, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., San Jose Restaurant, 1320 West Broad Street, Elizabethtown. Registration is $25 and open from 8 a.m.-noon. Sponsored by Classic Cruisers Car Club. READ MORE
3. Blood Drive: Monday, Noon-3 p.m., Bladen County Hospital, 501 South Poplar Street, Elizabethtown. Register: 910-862-5201.
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