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Jim Lauderdale in Concert. 7:30–9:30 p.m. The 2008 Grammy award-winning performer/songwriter returns to the Carolinas to play his mix of country and bluegrass music. $23-27. 336-721-1945. Stevens Center, 405 W. Fourth St. uncsa.edu.

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Winter Serenade: Carolina Chamber Symphony Players. 7–8:30 p.m. A concert of romantic and classical works for the flute and strings. Free. 336-725-1343. Knollwood Baptist Church, 330 Knollwood St. knollwood.org.

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Up Close and Personal Opening Reception. 5–7 p.m. The Up Close and Personal exhibition will feature new work by the juried members of the Associated Artists of Winston-Salem. The exhibition will run through February 19. Free. 336-722-0340. Associated Artists of Winston-Salem, 301 W. Fourth St. associatedartists.org.

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Winter Miniatures Opening Reception. 5:30–8 p.m. An enchanting exhibit featuring dozens of winter miniatures created by area artists. Exhibition runs through February 10. Free. 336-793-8000. Gallery of the Arts, 411 W. Fourth St. communityartscafe.com.

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2010 Piedmont Fire Expo. Friday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m.–5 p.m. The 35th annual Piedmont Fire Expo features family fun with a focus on firefighters and rescue personnel. All proceeds will go toward training and seminars. $5. 336-703-2550. Dixie Classic Fairgrounds and Annex. forsythcountyfire-rescue.com.

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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration. 7–8:30 p.m. Held on Dr. King’s actual birthday, this event features local performers honoring the memory of the slain Civil Rights leader. Audiences are asked to contribute nonperishable food items that are donated to the Food Bank. $3 (reservations required). 336-723-2266. Arts Council Theatre, 610 Coliseum Drive. ncblackrep.org.

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Pirates on the High Seas. 2 p.m. Climb onboard with members of the Winston-Salem Symphony and Captain Jim the Magician for this action-packed, kid-themed concert. Intended for ages 4–13. $9 adults, $5 children. 336-464-0145. K.R. Williams Auditorium, Winston-Salem State campus. wssymphony.org.

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Mozart Birthday Concert. 7:30 p.m. Artist Joseph Robinson performs works from 1781, the year Mozart left Salzburg for Vienna. $12 adults, $10 seniors and students. 336-721-1945. Watson Chamber Music Hall, UNCSA campus. uncsa.edu.

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Maria Stuarda. 8 p.m. Wednesday and Friday; 2 p.m. Sunday. Presented by the A.J. Fletcher Opera Institute, this historical tragedy follows the conflict between Mary Stuart, Queen of Scots, and her cousin Elizabeth I, Queen of England. $10-20. Stevens Center, 405 W. Fourth St. uncsa.edu.

29-31; Feb. 4-7
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. 8 p.m. A musical comedy following contestants competing in a spelling bee. $22 adults, $20 seniors, $18 students. 336-748-0857. Twin City Stage, 610 Coliseum Drive. twincitystage.org.

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Carolina Weddings Show. 11 a.m.–4 p.m. The longest-running bridal show in the Carolinas lets guests meet with top-notch fashion, catering, music, and photography vendors. $10 at the door, $5 tickets online. Benton Convention Center, 301 W. Fifth St. 33bride.com

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The Masala Bhangra Master Class: Southeast debut. 10:30 a.m. Fit TV star Sarina Jain will lead a 90-minute class of Masala Bhangra, a new workout based on Indian dance. The day will also feature Indian food, merchandise, and more. $20-35. Gateway YWCA, 1300 S. Main St. fif-element.com.