Mark your calendars for the tastiest event of the summer – Hospice of the Piedmont’s 24th annual Taste of the Town. Bring the gang out to enjoy a wide variety of appetizing samples from area restaurants, caterers, and beverage vendors. If shopping is your thing, enjoy bidding on a wide-range of items and gift certificates at the silent auction. All proceeds benefit Hospice of the Piedmont – a non-profit agency that provides medical, emotional, and spiritual care for terminally-ill patients and their families in four counties – Guilford, Randolph, Davidson, and Forsyth.nnTickets will be available for advance purchase starting on July 16 at High Point Bank branches and online at www.hospicetaste.com. For more information, call 336-889-8446.

North Towerrn08/24/2012rnMount AiryrnNorth Tower has been one of the south’s great party bands for over 30 years, providing the best in oldies, beach, top 40 and funk. Sizzling brass, super vocals, and a wide ranging repertoire all contribute to a great night to remember! For an evening with North Tower join us at the Blackmon Amphitheatre (across from the Andy Griffith Playhouse, 218 Rockford Street, Mount Airy) on Friday, August 24th at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $10 or 2012 SAC Season Pass. Shelton Vineyards Wine and Dairy Center hot dogs & snacks will be sold at the event. For more information on the band please visit, www.northtowerband.rociv.com or www.facebook.com/BlackmonAmphitheatrern(336) 786-7998rnwww.surryarts.org rn

Marcus Anderson electrifies stages with an unmatchable energy and an intoxicating sound that stretches the definition of jazz. The multi-talented saxophonist, flautist and vocalist.“I put all of my heart and soul into my playing, and that’s where music should come from!” says AndersonnnYOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS EVENT.nExperience An Unforgettable Evening Of Dining And MusicnAlso IncludesnnAN ELEGANT 3 COURSE DINNERnn SERVED BYnnTHE SECRET TEA ROOM CAFE SERVERSn

FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 3011 High Point Road restaurant in Greensboro Coliseum, N.C., on Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012, to benefit The Joshua Generation. From 7:30 – 10:00 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support The Joshua Generation. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to assist with the youth department’s efforts to raise money for church events. n Tickets for Short Stacks for Big Change, a pancake breakfast fundraiser, are $8 and can be purchased by contacting April Everhart at (336) 944-5100 or aceverhart@bellsouth.net. All attendees are encouraged to bring a donation to fuel FATZ® fundraising efforts for The Joshua Generation.n

FATZ® is pleased to host a pancake breakfast at the 3011 High Point Road restaurant in Greensboro Coliseum, N.C., on Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012, to benefit The Joshua Generation. From 7:30 – 10:00 a.m., FATZ® will open its doors to members of the community and transform into a hotspot for hotcakes to raise money to support The Joshua Generation. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to assist with the youth department’s efforts to raise money for church events. n Tickets for Short Stacks for Big Change, a pancake breakfast fundraiser, are $8 and can be purchased by contacting April Everhart at (336) 944-5100 or aceverhart@bellsouth.net. All attendees are encouraged to bring a donation to fuel FATZ® fundraising efforts for The Joshua Generation.n FATZ® introduced the idea of Short Stacks for Big Change in 2009 with the specific purpose of making a difference and helping the local community grow where every restaurant is located. Since its inception, FATZ® has raised more than $1,500,000 for charities and community organizations. FATZ® opens daily at 11 a.m. serving lunch and dinner to regulars, but on Saturdays, FATZ® staff volunteer alongside members of the community to raise money for organizations ranging from local schools to The United Way.n For more information about FATZ®, please visit www.FATZ.com and become a Facebook fan at www.facebook.com/FATZ. n

The Downtown Winston-Salem Partnership's Summer Music Series: Summer on Trade. Location: intersection of Sixth & Trade. Date: Saturday August 25th 7:00pm-10:00pm. Mike Bennett & The B String All-stars (Eclectic guitar act) performing. Admission is free.

Tadeu Coelho and FriendsnnArtist/Faculty Tadeu Coelho (flute), joined by Dmitri Shteinberg (piano) and Brooks Whitehouse (cello), perform the complete set of the undisputable J. S. Bach flute and keyboard sonatas. Join us in this time travel to the baroque era.nn7:30 p.m. at Watson Hallnn$15 adults / $13 students and seniorsn

Too Much Sylviarn08/31/2012rnMount AiryrnJoin Too Much Sylvia at the Blackmon Amphitheatre (across from the Andy Griffith Playhouse, 218 Rockford Street, Mount Airy, NC 27030) on Friday, August 31st at 7:30 pm. Admission is $10 or Season Pass. Too Much Sylvia features three lead vocalists that are always having fun – Eddy with his crystal clear voice to Steve’s funky, soul sound and Rick’s scratchy rock & roll, pretty much have the vocal styles covered. Their vocal blend and harmonies are, really a major part of the 2MS sound. Combine all the above, with their tight, tasteful musical arrangements and Drummer Don’s rhythms, makes the groove appealing to dancers at a comfortable sound level for everyone. For more information about the band, visit www.toomuchsylvia.com or visit www.facebook.com/BlackmonAmphitheatrern(336) 786-7998rnwww.surryarts.org rn

The Downtown Winston-Salem Partnership's Summer Music Series: Summer on Trade. Location: intersection of Sixth & Trade. Date: Saturday September 1st 7:00pm-10:00pm. Doby (Neo Funk Soul) performing. Admission is free.

THE EMBERSrn09/06/2012rnMount AiryrnFor an evening of music and dancing to classic beach music, join The Embers at the Blackmon Amphitheatre (Rockford & Spring Street, across from the Andy Griffith Playhouse in Mount Airy) on Thursday, September 6th at 7:30 p.m. Shelton Vineyards Wine and Dairy Center hot dogs & snacks will be sold at the event. Admission is $10 or a 2012 SAC Season Pass. For more information, please visit our facebook page: www.facebook.com/BlackmonAmphitheatrern(336)786-7998rnwww.surryarts.org rn

3 piece original, acoustic Americana band from Winston-Salem, featuring Kenny Shore, Dave Dixon, and Henry Heidtmann.