Sheri Castle to Lead Farm-to-Table Charity Feast Sept. 13 in Louisburg
Sheri Castle, celebrated southern cooking expert and two-time Emmy-winning PBS host, will headline Dinner in the Meadow on Sept. 13 at Meadow Lane Farm in Louisburg. This signature farm-to-table event benefits the Leonard-Mobley Small Farm Fund, spotlighting local agriculture and southern culinary traditions.
Castle, known nationally for her show The Key Ingredient, and recognized by the Southern Foodways Alliance as a Keeper of the Flame and one of 20 Living Legends of Southern Food, brings her award-winning recipes and storytelling flair to this intimate feast. Attendees will have a rare opportunity to meet the revered food writer and culinary teacher, whose work has appeared in Southern Living and Our State.
Tickets are available now at Eventbrite and at dinnerinthemeadow.org. This event promises an unforgettable evening supporting sustainable farming while savoring southern flavors crafted by a living icon.
Wake Forest Renaissance Centre Unveils 2026 Summer Show Lineup
Boosting the local arts scene, the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre announced its 2026 “Summer at the Centre” series featuring nationally renowned acts throughout June, July, and August. The season kicks off on Wednesday, June 3, at 7:30 p.m. with The Embers featuring Craig Woolard.
Following performances include “America’s Sweethearts” on July 1 and Interactive Mystery Theater: Kill the Music on Aug. 22, offering both morning and evening shows. Tickets are on sale now at the Renaissance Centre Box Office or via phone at 919-435-9458.
The venue also encourages community support through its RC Partners Circle donating from $500 to $3,500, gaining exclusive benefits like complimentary tickets and public recognition. Deadline for 2026 memberships is March 31, with patrons and friends able to join by Aug. 21.
Six Sundays in Spring Free Concerts Energize Wake Forest
The free outdoor concert series Six Sundays in Spring continues through May 31 at the Joyner Park Amphitheater, 701 Harris Road. Starting with Beatlesque on April 26, upcoming acts include The Soul Psychedelique Orchestra on May 3, The Tams on May 10, and several other diverse music groups.
Concertgoers can enjoy local food trucks or bring their own picnic but must observe restrictions on alcohol, pets, and grills, as the park provides two large charcoal grills on site. For full details on this and other outdoor events, visit Wake Forest Outdoors.
America 250 Art Exhibit Calls for Artist Submissions
Calling all artists, the Renaissance Centre invites submissions for the America 250 Art Exhibit, asking “What does America mean to you?” The exhibit opens June 8 and runs through July 17 in the Centre’s Arts Annex.
Submissions for the exhibit are due by May 24. Selected works will be publicly honored at a free reception on June 12, 6-8 p.m. and are available for purchase. Artists of all mediums and ages are invited. Details and applications are at wakeforestrencen.org.
Why This Matters Now
With growing interest in sustainable agriculture, local arts, and community heritage, these events in Wake Forest spotlight cultural vitality in the Southeast. Sheri Castle’s acclaimed culinary presence ties deeply into southern food traditions relevant nationwide, while vibrant concerts and public art invite active community participation through summer.
Kentucky readers keen on southern food culture, outdoor entertainment, and patriotic artistic expression should mark their calendars—these limited-time experiences provide rare access to icons and a chance to support farm and arts development in the heart of the region.
Stay tuned for continued coverage on these rapidly developing Wake Forest events and festivals, now underway and building momentum into summer across the Southeastern US.
