Good morning, Wake Forest.

The Wake Forest Area Chamber’s Government Affairs Committee hosted the 2025 Candidates Forum on Sept 10 at the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre where mayoral candidates Vivian Jones and Ben Clapsaddle and six Board candidates answered community questions — residents can now watch the forum on WFTV 10 at 7 a.m., noon, and 7 p.m. or stream it on the town website until Election Day on Nov 4.

Joe Pug Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Carolina Theater Company — Check local listings for ticket prices — Experience poignant songwriting and harmonica melodies from Joe Pug, a rising star in the music scene.

Free Wake Forest Elite Rockstar Connect Networking Event

6-8 p.m. — Buffalo Brothers Restaurant and Bar — Free entry — Connect with local professionals and expand your network in a vibrant atmosphere.

Kristy Lee Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Wake Forest Listening Room — Ticket prices vary — Experience Kristy Lee’s haunting Southern gothic sound and poignant lyrics live.

Highland Reverie Concert

7:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. — The Wake Forest Listening Room — Tickets required — Experience enchanting folk harmonies and Appalachian storytelling from the duo Luke and Madison Morris.

Martha Bassett Concert

7:30-11:30 p.m. — The Wake Forest Listening Room — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the enchanting caramel-toned alto of Martha Bassett as she performs a blend of Americana, jazz, folk, and country gospel.

BeagleFest

1-4 p.m. — Lonerider at Wake Forest — Admission benefits Triangle Beagle Rescue — Celebrate all things beagle with food trucks, games, contests, and community fun.