Good morning. We’re just a few days away from the new month (and a new year), which means we have a fresh list of things to do in our area.
Our January To-Do List includes sports events, arts and entertainment events, and much more to get your year started on a fun note. Read more in today’s lead story from our upcoming January “New Year, New You” magazine.
Welcome to CityView Today. With Christmas in the rearview mirror, columnist Claire Mullen reflects on the memories her children share with her about their past Christmases, and how she remembers her own Christmases as a child. And columnist Diane Parfitt recommends seven holiday books before December comes to a close.
Thanks for reading,
Valeria Cloës
Magazine Editor & Lead Copy Editor

January To-Do List: Top 15 Things to Do This Month in Cumberland County
Experience exciting events happening in and around Fayetteville this month from CityView Magazine’s January issue.
More from CityView

Column: Memories of Christmases Past
Columnist Claire Mullen shares how her kids remember past Christmases and how she remembers hers.
Column: Here Are 7 Holiday Book Recommendations for December
Magazine columnist Diane Parfitt recommends holiday books for families to enjoy during the holiday season.
Events
SHAG LESSONS
- Where: Kings Grant Golf Club House, 347 Shawcroft Road, Fayetteville
- When: 6:45-8 p.m., Monday, December 29
- What: Learn to shag dance! Join us on Monday evenings for fun, music, and lots of smiles!
MOTHERSHIP OF THE PINES—FITNESS FOR MOMS
- Where: Train House, 482 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines
- When: 9:30-10:30 a.m., Monday, December 29
- What: Yoga + Pilates-inspired strength, core, breathwork, and pelvic floor recovery.
TAI CHI IN THE GARDEN
- Where: Cape Fear Botanical Garden, 536 N. Eastern Blvd., Fayetteville
- When: 10-11:30 a.m., Tuesday, December 30
- What: A Chinese martial art and system of calisthenics with very slow, controlled movements taught by Rich Martin
Obituaries
Mr. Michael Anthony Richmond
Colvin Funeral Home & Crematory…announces this earthly transition of Michael Anthony Richmond, of Fayetteville NC, […]
Mr. Sylvester Colbert
Colvin Funeral Home & Crematory…announces this earthly transition of Sylvester Colbert, of Fayetteville NC, who […]
Deborah ((Hairr)) Wellons
Deborah was born on December 17, 1954, in Sampson County to the late Ferman Hairr […]
Until tomorrow!
🕺 Cumberland County Public Library system will start its month-long celebration of Bordeaux Community Branch’s 40th anniversary with a Back to the ’80s Party at 1:30 p.m. on January 5. Click here for more information.
~ Valeria




