Book discussion
Join Eva Perry Library’s morning book discussion on Wednesday, Aug. 12 at 10 a.m. to talk about Dorothy West’s “The Wedding,” a story that documents the rise of the black middle class, written by a woman who lived it. A racially mixed wedding is about to take place on Martha’s Vineyard in the 1950s amidst extreme tension and resistance. Author West was born in 1907 to Isaac Christopher West, an emancipated slave who later became a successful businessman, and Rachel Pease Benson, one of 22 children. “The Wedding” was published 47 years after her debut novel, “The Living Is Easy,” when she was 85. Call the library at 387-2100 to register or come to the Adult Services desk to sign up and receive a copy of this title.

ART SHOW
"Escape to Europe" at ArtSource Fine Art. Through Aug. 31, experience the overseas trip you may have missed by viewing European-inspired artwork at both of our galleries throughout the month of August. At ArtSource Five Points: 509-105 W. Whitaker Mill Road, Raleigh 919-833-0013 and ArtSource North Hills, 4351-101 The Circle at North Hills, Raleigh. 919-787-9533. artsource-raleigh.com.

Aug. 13

MOVIES BY MOONLIGHT
The “Movies by Moonlight” Series continues at the Koka Booth Amphitheater in Cary, presented by WakeMed on Thursday nights through August. Patrons can bring a blanket or chair as Booth Amphitheater’s lawn is turned into an outdoor movie theater. Tickets are $3 for adults and kids 12 and under get in for free. Seventy-five cents from each ticket sold is donated to the Just For Kids Kampaign at WakeMed. Patrons are allowed to bring in picnics. Log on to boothamphitheatre.com for up-to-date movie information, as the calendar is subject to change without notice. For Thursday, the movie will be Tale of Despereaux rated G.

Aug. 14

OUTDOOR CONCERTS
Summer at the Springs Outdoor Concert Series at Holly Springs Cultural Center, sponsored by Rex Healthcare, takes place at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Fridays of the month through September. Remaining concerts include: Friday, Nixon, Blevins and Gage (Bluegrass); Aug. 28, Blue Line Highway (Acoustic, Eclectic Rock); Sep. 11, Flowers For Faye (80's Pop/Rock); Sept. 25, Down River (Traditional Bluegrass). Holly Springs Cultural Center is at 300 W. Ballentine St., Holly Springs. For information call 919-567-4000.

DIXIELAND CONCERT
There will be a free Dixieland Concert from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday. A Touch of Dixie, a local seven-piece Dixieland band, will present a free evening of early 20th-century jazz at It’s a Grind coffee shop on High House Road at Davis Drive, 2000 Boulderstone Way, Cary.

Aug. 15

MUSIC 101 WITH N.C. SYMPHONY
The North Carolina Symphony presents Music 101 for children of all ages at 2 p.m. on Saturday at .West Regional Library, 4000 Louis Stephens Drive, Cary. A representative from the symphony will provide a presentation on how music plays a strong role in our communities. Afterwards there will be a live classical performance followed by an "instrument zoo" where children are given the chance to play the instruments themselves. For more information call 919-463-8500.

CHILDREN’S HOUR
Raleigh City Museum Presents RCM Children's Hour: Let's go to the Movies! at 2 p.m. Saturday. Come out to the Raleigh City Museum and experience an old-fashioned day at the picture show. Children will be able to see how movies were first made, watch clips of old films, and learn how Fayetteville Street was once a popular spot for moviegoers. Afterwards, kids can make their very own flipbook movie to take home and enjoy. Popcorn will be provided for the children to enjoy. This program is appropriate for children of all ages. Admission is free. Call 919-832-3775 ext. 23 with questions.

BBQ FESTIVAL
The Second Annual Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival is coming to the Koka Booth Amphitheater Saturday. The all-you-care-to-taste beer and bourbon extravaganza is from noon to 6 p.m. An exclusive VIP-only tasting will be from noon to 2 p.m. General admission will follow from 2 to 6 p.m. For information on admission prices and purchasing tickets visit BeerAndBourbon.com or call 800-830-3976. There is plenty of parking on site. Please drink responsibly and bring a designated driver.

Aug. 16

LATINO FESTIVAL
La Ley 96.9 (WYMY-FM) has announced its sixth annual anniversary concert and Latino festival. Aniversario de La Ley VI will take place on Sunday, Aug. 16, at Cary’s Booth Amphitheater from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tickets for adults are $20. Kids 12 and under are free. For more information see boothamphitheatre.com or call 919-462-2025.

Aug. 17

CARY PLAYERS AUDITIONS
Cary Players auditions for “A Midsummer Night's Dream” will take place on Aug. 17 and 18 at 7 p.m. at Page-Walker Arts & History Center, 119 Ambassador St. in Cary. Performances will be Oct. 2 to Oct. 4 and Oct. 8 to Oct. 10 at 7:30 p.m, outdoors in Cary’s Bond Park at the Sertoma Amphitheater. Check caryplayers.org/midsummer.html for details on the show and auditions.

Aug. 18

KINDERGARTEN READINESS
At 7 p.m. Tuesday, West Regional Library will have an Early Childhood Professional and Kindergarten teacher discuss what is means to be 'ready' for kindergarten. It will be geared toward parents of children ages 3 to 6. Call West Regional Library at 919-463-8500 to register.

AARP EMPLOYMENT WORKSHOP
On Tuesday, Aug. 18 at 9:30 a.m. there will be a workshop entitled “Finding the Work You Want After 50” at West Regional Library, 4000 Louis Stephens Drive, Cary. For information, or to sign up, call 919-463-8500.

Aug. 19

NON-FICTION BOOK CLUB
The Everything In the World Non-Fiction Book Club meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at West Regional Library, 4000 Louis Stephens Drive, Cary. The club’s selection for August is “Honeymoon with my Brother: A Memoir” by Franz Wisner. For information call Rebecca Stacy at 919-463-8500 or send her an e-mail at rebecca.stacy@co.wake.nc.us. You can also contact Laura Todd at 919-463-8500 or laura.todd@co.wake.nc.us.

Aug. 20

FREE BUSINESS COUNSELING
Free business counseling is provided by SCORE, the Service Corps of Retired executives on Thursday and Aug. 27, from 9:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. at West Regional Library, 4000 Louis Stephens Drive in Cary. No appointment required. For information call 919-463-8500.

MIDDLE SCHOOL BOOK CLUB
The Middle School Book Club at Eva Perry Library, 2100 Shepherds Vineyard Drive, Apex, will discuss “Adam Canfield, Watch Your Back” by Michael Windrip, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Aug. 20. For information to register call 919-387-2100.