Commemorative coins, hats, T-shirts, caps and plates will be sold. The Honey McLaughlin Scottish dancers and the Second Generation Bluegrass Band will provide entertainment. Students are admitted free. The Cape Fear Botanical Garden is hosting its annual May Day celebration from noon to 5 p.m. with children's activities, garden demos, plant and food sales. The event is free.
Audience participation is encouraged.
Pizza and drinks will be given to the first 500 people. The 3rd Annual Karen Chandler Cancer Benefit concert will start at 11 a.m. at Wheeler's Nitelife at 2606 Raeford Rd. A pig pickin' and live music are scheduled. All of the proceeds will benefit cancer patients. The profile of the jazz singer includes insights into her battle against drug addiction.