HUNTERSVILLE – Dan Forest, a Republican candidate for lieutenant governor, will speak at the North Mecklenburg Republican Women’s dinner meeting Dec. 13, a Tuesday, at NorthStone Club, 15801 NorthStone Drive.

Registration begins at 6 p.m., followed by a buffet dinner at 6:30. The club welcomes the public. Dinner costs $20, payable by cash or check at the door. For reservations, email nomeckrw@gmail.com.