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Our Kid-Centric Event Guide for Families with Children Ages 0-6
Moore County » September 8-14
🍂 Fall 2025 race registration for the Healthy Kids Running Series is now open! The first race is October 12—just 5 weeks away. Register by 9/21 to save $5.
🩰 Registration is open for Gary Taylor Dance Studio’s First Steps Dance (Ages 2–5), series designed for our youngest dancers! Weekly offerings include Mommy & Me Dance – Fridays @ 4:00 PM and Creative Movement – Fridays @ 4:45 PM.
🏋🏽♀️ Join the Wednesday evening Supermom Circuit at the Train House in Southern Pines, offered through Southern Pines Rec. Runs weekly from October 1–29. $69 for residents. Register here.
👻 And in case you missed it, check out our rundown on the best family-centered pumpkin patches and apple-picking experiences around the area here!
Monday, September 8
Connection Club for Toddlers & Preschoolers (Ages 1-5 with a Grown-Up), 9 AM @ The Connection Corner
A warm and welcoming class where children and caregivers explore mindfulness through sensory play, storytime, and child-led activities. Regular class rates apply. Register at theconnectioncorner.org/schedule-registration.
Once Upon a Pine Storytime (Ages 0-2), 10 AM @ Pinehurst United Methodist Church
Join Rylee Hayes for a fun and engaging 30-minute Storytime! This week we’re celebrating their 1-Year Birthday!
Connection Club for Kids (Ages 5-10, Drop-Off), 4 PM @ The Connection Corner
This class blends yoga, mindfulness practices, breathwork, and relaxation with process-based art, literacy, creative play, and engaging games. Regular class rates apply. Register at theconnectioncorner.org/schedule-registration.
Tuesday, September 9
Playful Learning, 10 AM - 2 PM @ Given Memorial Library
Join for this drop-in, open playtime for ages 0-3 years of age to interact with other children and have educational playtime at the Given Memorial Library!
Once Upon a Pine Storytime (Ages 2-5), 10 AM @ Pinehurst United Methodist Church
Join Rylee Hayes for a fun and engaging 30-minute Storytime! This week we’re celebrating their 1-Year Birthday!
Baby Rhymes, 10:15 & 10:45 AM @ Southern Pines Public Library
Baby Rhymes is specially designed for the youngest learners (birth-24 months) and their caregivers. Repetition and comforting movements make this storytime perfect for early development!
Pre-School Storytime, 4 PM @ Pinebluff Library
Join us at Pinebluff Library every Tuesday afternoon from 4:00-5:00 for Storytime!
Connection Club for Preschoolers (Ages 3-5, Drop-Off), 4 PM @ The Connection Corner
This drop-off class for preschool-aged children offers a playful and supportive environment to practice independence and build confidence. Regular class rates apply. Register at theconnectioncorner.org/schedule-registration.
Wednesday, September 10
Connection Club for Toddlers (Ages 1-2 with a Grown-Up), 9 AM @ The Connection Corner
This class is designed for little ones who are exploring how to sit, crawl, stand, and walk, offering playful opportunities to build essential motor and sensory skills. Regular class rates apply. Register at theconnectioncorner.org/schedule-registration.
MoCo Mom Playdate, 9 AM @ Sandhills Nature Preserve
Join us (look for Lindsey!) for a relaxed morning in nature—no stress, just connection. We'll start at 9 AM in the Discovery Room!
Infant/Baby Storytime, 9:30 AM & 10:30 AM @ Moore County Library
Parents and caregivers of babies, newborn-24 months, are invited to attend! Drop in for either session!
Learn and Play, 10 AM - 12 PM @ Southern Pines Library
Come in for an open play date with your toddler or preschooler. There will be developmental toys and puzzles as well as early literacy tips on display!
Connection Club for Kids (Ages 5-10, Drop-Off), 4 PM @ The Connection Corner
This class blends yoga, mindfulness practices, breathwork, and relaxation with process-based art, literacy, creative play, and engaging games. Regular class rates apply. Register at theconnectioncorner.org/schedule-registration.
Thursday, September 11
Pre-School Storytime, 10 AM @ Vass Area Library
The Vass Area Library is hosting Pre-School Storytime every Thursday!
Story Time, 10 AM @ Given Memorial Library
Storytime at Given Memorial Library is held every Thursday at 10 AM! It features interactive stories and songs for our toddlers.
Pre/Postnatal Yoga (Not Heated), 10:15 AM @ Hot Asana
Pre/Post Natal yoga is a non heated, 60 minute class, gentle yoga practice that teaches you ways to adjust to the changing needs of your body during and after pregnancy. Regular class rates apply.
Music and Motion, 10:15 & 10:45 AM @ Southern Pines Library
Does your 2-4 year old like to move and groove? Join us for Music and Motion to work on gross and fine motor skills & get those wiggles out inside the library!
New Mother Support Group (Now Weekly!), 1-3 PM @ TBD
All new mothers are welcome to join this FREE, weekly support group! Text Andrea at 336-407-0531 to confirm their location and time each week.
Little U, 3:30 PM @ Southern Pines Library
Join us on Thursdays at 3:30 pm for stories, songs, rhymes, and activities that explore the world of books, language, and literacy. Little U is a fun and interactive program designed to help preschoolers develop early literacy skills!
Friday, September 12
Breakfast “Meet & Greet," 8:30 - 10:00 AM @ The Corner Collective
Join Spoonlickers Catering & Masionette in a delicious getting-to-know-you event at the Corner Collective. Connect with your local community and see what the collective is all about!
Connection Club for Toddlers & Preschoolers (Ages 1-5 with a Grown-Up), 9 AM @ The Connection Corner
A warm and welcoming class where children and caregivers explore mindfulness through sensory play, storytime, and child-led activities. Regular class rates apply. Register at theconnectioncorner.org/schedule-registration.
Pre-School Storytime, 10 AM @ Moore County Library
The Moore County Library in Carthage hosts a Pre-School Storytime each Friday at 10:00am. Join the fun! For additional information, call 910-947-5335.
Mommy & Me Yoga (Newborn-8 MO), 10 AM @ Hot Asana
This class is for mothers and their children newborn to 6 months that focus on gentle movement, breathing, and relaxation, along with fun interactive mindful play with baby. Regular class rates apply.
30th Birthday Bash, 10 AM - 5 PM @ Southern Pines Public Library
Join us for an all-day Birthday Bash at the library! Kids and families are invited to drop in any time for crafts, birthday-themed activities, and festive fun!
Pop-Up Storytime, 10 AM @ Sandhurst Park
Join our friends at the Dandelion Club for an outdoor storytime about How Old McDonald got his farm!
Connection Club for Preschoolers (Ages 3-5, Drop-Off), 11 AM @ The Connection Corner
This drop-off class for preschool-aged children offers a playful and supportive environment to practice independence and build confidence. Regular class rates apply. Register at theconnectioncorner.org/schedule-registration.
Live After 5, 5:15-9 PM @ Pinehurst Arboretum
Join the fun at the 2025 Live After 5 Concert Series on Friday, September 12th at The Village Arboretum! The evening kicks off with Bailey Morrison Music from 5:15–5:50pm, followed by the headliner, Bourbon Sons, performing from 6:00–9:00pm. Enjoy an evening of live music, dancing, kids’ activities, and food trucks. Guests are welcome to bring picnic baskets, but outside alcohol is not allowed. Don’t forget to pack your lawn chairs or blankets for seating. Admission is free, and the event is open to all ages.
Babe Bash 2025 “Let’s Get Wild!”, 5:30-9:30 PM @ Village Pines Venue
Event hosted by Marie & Marcele Boutique and The Sway. Each ticket includes a complimentary beverage from The Village Wine Shop, delicious bites from Elliott’s Catering, and a swag bag! Tickets are $75.
Saturday, September 13
Heritage Fair, 9 AM - 4 PM @ Shaw House
The fair offers unique vendors, food, live music and entertainment, demonstrations of old-timey crafts, a blacksmith, gunsmith, loom weaving and hearth cooking, plus farm animals for petting. Admission is $2, children 12 and under are admitted for free.
Drop-in Craft Saturday, 10 AM - 5 PM @ Southern Pines Public Library
Come by the library to work on a fun, hands-on craft at your family’s own pace. Crafts are designed for children in grades K-5, but they may have alternative activities available!
Junior League of Moore County New Member Info Session, 11:30 AM @ Agora
If you are interested in learning more, join JLMC for a New Member Information Session at Agora Bakery in Downtown Pinehurst on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at 11:30 a.m.
Food Truck Rodeo, 5-9 PM @ Moore County Fairgrounds
Back again by demand, the 2025 Food Truck Rodeo is sure to provide all the local & family-favorite grub! This event benefits the Carthage Firefighters Association.
Sunday, September 14
Connection Club for Toddlers & Preschoolers (Ages 1-5 with a grown-up), 10 AM @ The Connection Corner
A warm and welcoming class where children and caregivers explore mindfulness through sensory play, storytime, and child-led activities. Regular class rates apply. Register at theconnectioncorner.org/schedule-registration.
Old Tree Hike, 2 PM @ Weymouth Woods
Join friends and locals on a hike to the oldest living long leaf pine tree! Meet at the parking lot.
STEAM Sunday: Balloons!, 2:30 PM @ Southern Pines Public Library
Elementary-aged children and caregivers are invited to explore activities in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. To celebrate the Library's 30th Birthday this month, we'll be using balloons!
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