Dogfest: 1-4 p.m. Oct. 8, Level Cross Community Center, 112 Branson Mill Road, Randleman. Free. Monetary donations welcome. Adoptable dogs from Ruff Love Rescue and other rescue groups. Bring seating.
Dog Contest: 2-4 p.m. Sept. 17, Howlin at the Moon Bakery, 1151 Canal Drive, Winston-Salem. Less than 30 pounds, more than 40 pounds, tricks and talents, celebrity look alike. $10
Yappy Hour: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Sept. 6, LoFi Park, 500 N. Eugene St., Greensboro. Dog-related fun and festivities. Bring four-legged friends (on-leash) to enjoy splash pools, treats, doggie “beer” and more
Pet Adoption Special: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays, through Sept. 30, Burlington Animal Services, 221 Stone Quarry Road, Burlington. All dogs weighing more than 20 pounds
it looks as though 2023 is set to be even more dramatic, with Hollyoaks bosses lining up some nail-biting plots that will keep viewers hooked in the coming months.