The Riley Hill Technology Center, 5901 Riley Hill Road, Wendell will hold adult computer classes this fall. You can register at the center from noon-5 p.m. Monday through Friday or you can call 365-4899 and leave your name and telephone number. Seats are limited. Hispanic students must be able to speak some English.

The Practical Internet class will start Nov. 5 and will be held every Thursday from 6-8 p.m. until Dec. 27.

Gardening talks

The East Regional Library is holding talks on gardening. On Tuesday, Nov. 24 at 7 p.m., Tom Harville, President of the Triangle chapter of the Native Plant Society, will present a program on "Gardening with Native Plants."

For information or to register, call 217-5300.

College planning workshop

There will be a college planning workshop sponsored by the College Foundation of North Carolina Wednesday, Nov. 4 at 6:30 p.m. at the East Regional Library. Call the library at 217-5318 to register.

Sewing group

The sewing group at the Eastern Wake Senior Center is seeking donations of printed and/or solid fabric pieces to assist in their efforts to make lap quilts for seniors in area nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Call 365-4248.

Info. sessions

From now through the end of the year, Habitat for Humanity will host Information and Application Sessions at the Eastern Regional Center every other Monday from 9 a.m.-noon.

The remaining dates for 2009 are Nov. 16, Nov. 30 and Dec. 14. For more information, contact John McIntyre at 833-1999 ext. 249.

Veteran recognition

Two-Green Thumbs Garden Club will recognize veterans on Sunday, Nov. 8, at 12:30 p.m. in front of the Blue Star Memorial in Knightdale (beside the caboose at First Avenue and Main Street).

For more information on the event, contact Richy Narron at 217-2307.

Art exhibit

The Wendell Chamber of Commerce and the Wendell Woman's Club announce a call to artists for the annual Wendell Visual Arts Exhibit titled "Animals In Art - for the SPCA."

The exhibit, set to run from Jan. 22-24, 2010, is designed to raise awareness for the SPCA of Wake County. It will showcase original fine art pieces that depict companion animals.

The event is open to North Carolina artists over 18 years old. Work must be original, completed within the last two years, and focus on the theme "Animals in Art - for the SPCA." No photography, prints, crafts, 3D sculptures or pottery will be accepted. All work must be framed, ready for hanging, may not exceed 32" x 40", and may be available for purchase.

More details and an official entry form will be available after Nov. 6. Call 365-6318, or visit www.wendellchamber.com for more information.

Holiday donations

1st Avenue Hair Salon, 105B S. First Avenue, Knightdale, is collecting non-perishable goods for needy families this holiday season through Nov 30.

With a donation of two or more items receive a coupon good for $2 off a haircut or $5 off a chemical service good through December 31.

For questions or more information, call 217-5542.

Senior exercise classes

The East Wake Senior Center in Wendell is looking for "younger" seniors who are at least 55 years old and want to take part in afternoon exercise. Low impact aerobics take place Mondays, Wednesdays and Friday at 1 p.m. and beginner line dance is held Mondays and Wednesdays at 2 p.m. For more information contact the center at 365-4248.

Communty center programs

Zebulon Community Center announces walkers are welcome from 6-11 a.m. Monday-Friday. Other programs are available for all ages - from preschoolers to senior citizens.

Visit www.webstarts.com/ZebulonCommunityCenter for more information, or call 823-0432.

Knightdale parade

The Knightdale Christmas Parade will be held Saturday, Dec. 5, at 2 p.m., in downtown Knightdale.All participants must register by Nov. 12. For information, call Cheryl Faison at 217-2235 or e-mail cheryl.faison@ci.knightdale.nc.us.

Craft fair

The Zebulon Lions Auxiliary will hold a crafts fair at the club building at 118 E. Lee Street on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Pancake breakfast

A pancake breakfast will be held Saturday, Nov. 14, from 8-11 a.m. at the Wendell Senior Center, 322 Lake Drive. Price is $5 for adults, $3 for children for all-you-can eat pancakes, plus a choice of bacon or sausage, with orange juice, milk or coffee. For information, call 365-4248.