The Eva Perry Library would like to host a blood drive this coming summer. In order to be eligible, we need at least 40 people to pledge that they will give blood. If you would be willing to pledge, please notify a library staff member or call (919) 387-2100 to sign up. Date and time to be chosen once we have enough pledges. The Red Cross will be doing the blood drive, and there is a shortage of blood right now. Donors must be ages 16 and up (16 with parental permission). Students can earn community service credit if they give.
Free Irish Music
Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, the N.C. Museum of History in Raleigh will feature a free performance by the Thistledown Tinkers. The powerful duo Trip Rogers and Tom Eure will weave traditional Irish and Scottish music with original creations on Sunday, March 13, at 3 p.m. The musicians will combine vocal harmonies with an impressive array of instruments, including guitar, fiddle, dulcimer, banjo and concertina. For more information, call 919-807-7900 or go to ncmuseumof history.org or Facebook. The museum is located at 5 E. Edenton Street, across from the State Capitol. Parking is available in the lot across Wilmington Street.
Republican Women
Republican Women of Cary and Southwestern Wake invite you to our regular business lunch/meeting at Prestonwood Country Club in Cary on the first Thursday of each month. Social begins at 11:30 a.m. followed by the luncheon/program at noon. The cost is $15 for the buffet. Our special guests for the February 3 meeting will be The Honorable David Miner. RSVP to Victoria at 363-9574. Visit our web site for more information: www.rwcsw.org Join Cub Scouts
Boys in 1st-5th grade can join Cub Scouts at any time! Learn outdoor and life skills, explore interests, build character, grow future leaders, and make friends. Visit Cub Scout Pack 312 of Apex at http://www. pack312.org and e-mail questions. Apex Cub Scout Pack still has room for Scouts 7 years old or in the second grade. We meet at Olive Chapel Baptist Church Tuesday nights at 7:00. For a free Pack Calendar of events and parents guide contact Sheldon Long, Cub Master Pack 205, at 270-9271 or at sheldonlong@nc.rr.com.
Apex American Legion Post 124
Apex-American Legion Post 124 meets the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Perkins Family Restaurant, US Hwy. 64 West. For information contact: Patricia Harris (919) 413-1123 (c), sgtpattycak @aol.com or Clifton Morgan at 387-4705 or cmorgan7 @nc.rr.com. or Mike Sayers at 367-9445 or msayers@fcitowers.com All eligible veterans welcome.
Kiwanis Club
The Kiwanis Club of Apex meets every Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. on the second floor of Anna’s Pizzeria in downtown Apex. For more information please contact Betty Gentle-Obremski at 859-5810 or bgentle627@aol.com Apex Rotary Club
Apex Rotary Club meets every Thursday at 12:30 p.m., at Carrabas Grill, Haddon Hall Drive, Apex. The Rotary Club is an International and local service club that sponsors both community and International programs. They sponsor the annual Kyle Byrd Auto Show, Annual Peakfest Pancake Breakfast and the Annual Apex Christmas Parade. If you would like more information on Apex Rotary's membership and activities, call Karen Byrd, Chair of Membership, at 387-1040.
Apex Leads Group
Apex Leads Group meets every Tuesday from 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., at Carrabba's Italian Grille located at Haddon Hall, Apex, 27502. Free for all first time visitors and $3 for each visit thereafter. To learn more about building business through local networking, please contact Shelly Lammon at lammon@townplanner.com or at 919-342-5993. The Apex Leads Group offers a unique, non industry exclusive atmosphere in which to meet local business professionals, share knowledge and information, and build business relationships. To learn more about the Apex Leads Group and its activities in the business community visit www.apex leads group.com
Apex Lions Club
The Apex Lions Club meets on the first and third Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the C.C. Jones Building, Holleman Street, Apex. Call 362-5876. Recovery International
Non-profit support group offers self-help for stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and fear. Weekly meetings are held at Crosspointe Church, 6911 Carpenter Fire Station Rd in Cary on Monday nights from 7 to 8:30 p.m. For more information, call 919-886-7768 or see lowselfhelpsystems.org.
Southwest Wake Christian Women
The Southwest Wake Christian Women's Connection is joining the Raleigh CWC and will now meet on the third Tuesday of every month at 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. for lunch at the NC State University Club on Hillsborough St. in Raleigh. Bring a friend and hear an interesting feature and an inspiring speaker. The cost is $15 and there is a free nursery with reservations. Call Essie at 761-8633 or rcwcreservations @yahoo.com.
Apex Toastmasters
Apex Toastmasters Club: Your Road to Better Speaking and Leadership Skills! Toastmasters can help you speak clearly and confidently. Apex Toastmasters meets Tuesday evenings, 7-8 p.m. at Spring Arbor Assisted Living Center, 901 Spring Arbor Court, Apex. Contact: Carole Hoffman 542-1363. Al Beam 306-5156 or visit www.ApexToast masters.org .
Apex Newcomers and Friends Club
Apex Newcomers and Friends Club is open to all individuals in Apex and its surrounding communities. Meet new people, get involved in your community and enjoy many fun activities. Meetings are held at 9:30 a.m. on the second Wednesday of each month at the C.C. Jones Building on Holleman St. Child care is available. Call 577-6774.






