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



A group of people hold a banner while walking down a street in a parade
Credit: Matthew Wonderly / CityView

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.

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More from CityView

Column: Memories of Christmases Past

Columnist Claire Mullen shares how her kids remember past Christmases and how she remembers hers.

Credit: Tony Wooten / CityView

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

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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 […]

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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


Valeria Cloës is the magazine editor and lead copy editor for CityView. She has worked across daily and weekly news publications and magazines in North Carolina. She is trilingual, speaking fluent Spanish, French, and English.