PICKENS — Quite a number of stores and restaurants will again be open until 9 p.m. this Friday for the monthly third Fridays event in Pickens.

Included will be such merchants as Nestfeathers, Shabby Chic, Oh Joy!, Antiques and Uniques as well as the Court Street Gallery.

The Gatehouse Restaurant and Michaels will offer great food and beverage. It’s a great opportunity for everyone to enjoy the great specials, music, refreshments, Halloween candy and the autumn decorations. See page 10A for advertising.