Here are three things to know for Wednesday, Dec. 1:
1. Christmas Tree Lighting: Friday, 6:30 p.m., Bladenboro Farmers Market. Sponsored by Boost the Boro. (READ MORE)
2. Christmas At The Farmers Market: Saturday. Cape Fear Farmers Market, Elizabethtown. Gingerbread House Contest. Information: 910-862-4368. (READ MORE)
3. Carolina Bengals Tryouts: Saturday, 1665 East Arcadia Road, Riegelwood. Cheerleading registration at 11 a.m. Football registration begins at noon. (READ MORE)
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