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Who: The Vance-Granville Community College (VGCC) Foundation
What: 3rd annual Fill the Pantry Craft Fair. Join us for a day of shopping, community, food, raffles and giving back. Local vendors will offer a variety of handmade goods—perfect for early holiday shopping—while helping to stock the pantry shelves. In addition, grab a bite to eat from Bun on the Run or enjoy a coffee and/or treat from The Double Shot.
When: Friday, October 10th from 2 pm to 7 pm
Where: VGCC Civic Center, 200 Community College Rd, Henderson, NC 27537
Why: The event supports the VGCC food pantry, which provides essential resources to students in need.
Fee: Cost of admission is 3 canned goods, nonperishable food items, or paper goods.
Contact: The VGCC Food Pantry for more information or to learn how to be a vendor.
Phone/email: 252-738-3323 or douglasa@vgcc.edu
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Who: Cokesbury Volunteer Fire Department
What: Stew Sale
When: Oct 11 at 7a until sold out
Where: Firestation at 1516 S. Cokesbury Rd
Why: Supports the volunteer fire dept.
Other: $10 per quart
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Who: ACTS of Henderson
What: “Make a Joyful Noise unto the Lord” Benefit Concert. Tickets are available now.
When: October 11th, 2025 at 7pm
Where: McGregor Hall, 201 Breckenridge St, Henderson, NC 27536
Fee: Tickets are $5, kids under 12 years old enter free
Contact: Thomas Blackwell for sponsorship forms or for more information
Phone/email: (252) 492-8231 tdblackwell@actsofhenderson.org
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Who: Reclaiming Our Youth Leadership Program
What: 3rd Annual Charity Scholarship Ride & Worship. In Memory of Mr. Michael Perry & Mr. James Davis.
When: Sunday, October 12, 2025
Where: Motorcycle Ride @ 10:00 Roses on Norlina Rd. Henderson. Worship & Lunch with Ashley Grove Baptist Church @ 11:00 (2425 Nutbush Rd. Henderson)
Why: To raise money for student scholarships for college
Fee: $20 (Ride, Worship, and Lunch)
Contact: George Henderson for more information
Phone/email: (252) 915-9865 or ashleygrovebaptist@gmail.com
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Who: Young Memorial United Holy Church
What: 24th Pastoral Anniversary Celebration of Pastor Elder Walter P Young
When: Oct 12 at 3:30p
Where: 1379 Brookston Rd, Henderson NC 27537
Other: Pastor Michael Alston of Ransom Way of the Cross will be guest speaker. Dinner will be served.
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Who: West End Baptist Church
What: Fish Fry Fundraiser
When: Oct 13 4p-7p
Where: 220 Seafood
Why: Supports local ministries such as ACTS, Lifeline Ministries, GRACE Ministries, Rebuilding Hope
Other: $10 per plate
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Who: North Henderson Baptist Church
What: BBQ Chicken Plate Sale, Plates will consist of 1/2 a BBQ chicken, corn, green beans, bread & dessert. Eat in or take out.
When: October 18th, 4-7pm
Where: North Henderson Baptist Church, 1211 N. Garnett St. Henderson, N.C
Fee: Plates are $10 each
Contact: Eddie Nutt
Phone/email: (252) 438-8012 or northhendersonbaptist@gmail.com
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Who: Parker’s Peace Pool
What: 5th Annual Oyster Roast
When: Saturday, October 18, 2025
Where: The Sidney at 184 Henry Ayscue Road, Henderson
Why: Fundraiser for the 65-year-old community pool
Additional Details: $50. Gates Open at 4pm. Dinner from 5pm to 7pm. Raffle at 6:30pm. For tickets go to www.parkerpeacepool.com or email parkerpeacepool@gmail.com. Menu includes: Steamed Oysters, Pork BBQ, Fried Catfish, Steamed Shrimp (shell on), Baked Beans, Slaw, Hush Puppies, Tea/Water
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Who: Big Ruin Creek Missionary Baptist Church
What: 145th Church Anniversary
When: October the 19th at 11:00am
Where: Big Ruin Creek Missionary Baptist Church on 16 Big Ruin Creek Lane Henderson NC
Additional Details: Pastor Charles Burwell will preach the message and the combined choir will be singing. Pastor Charles Burwell and the Big Ruin Creek Baptist Church members invited everyone to come and celebrate this 145th church anniversary with us. Contact Dorothy Wimbush at 252-425-7366 or dorothy_wim49@yahoo.com.
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Who: North Henderson Baptist Church
What: Trunk or Treat. Kids 12 years old and younger can come dressed in their costumes and Tick or Treat in a safe environment.
When: October 25th, from 3-5pm
Where: North Henderson Baptist Church, 1211 N. Garnett St. Henderson, N.C in the church parking lot.
Fee: Free event
Contact: Eddie Nutt
Phone/email: (252) 438-8012 or northhendersonbaptist@gmail.com
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Who: North Henderson Baptist Church
What: Free Coat Giveaway
When: Oct 25, 3p-5p
Where: 1211 N Garnett St. Henderson, NC 27536
Why: Kids need coats to stay warm this winter
Other: Must be present, taking place during Trunk or Treat
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Who: Plank Chapel United Methodist Church
What: Second Annual Community Trunk or Treat
When: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 26
Where: At Plank Chapel United Methodist Church, 3047 Bobbitt Road
Additional Details: There is no fee to participate in the event, presented by Journey, Plank Chapel’s youth outreach ministry. Children 15 and younger are invited to walk the Trunk or Treat trail and collect candy along the way. Youngsters may wear their Halloween costumes when attending. Games with novelty prizes will also be offered as well as a crafts table. Anyone wishing to participate on the Trunk of Treat trail with a vehicle may reserve a space by contacting Ron Gustafson at (203) 641-2889. Vehicle participants must also provide candy to distribute. The church will also have information available for children and youth interested in joining Journey. For more information visit plankchapel.org
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Who: Amran Shriners
What: Circus
When: Oct 28, shows at 4p and 7p
Where: NC State Fair Grounds Gov. Hunt Horse Complex, Raleigh
Other: Tickets are $20 at gate or by calling 919-848-7972
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Who: New Sandy Creek Baptist Church
What: Trunk or Treat
When: Wednesday, October 29th, from 6-8pm
Where: New Sandy Creek Baptist Church, 1699 Weldons Mill Rd., Henderson, NC 27537
Additional Details: Free Event, Come Dressed Up. Rain or Shine. The event will be inside if it rains. There will be nachos, popcorn, loads of candy with a prayer tent.
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Who: Ashley Grove Baptist Church
What: Veteran’s Day Service
When: November 9th @ 11:00am
Where: Ashley Grove Baptist Church, 2425 Nutbush Rd, Henderson, NC 27537
Fee: No fee
Contact: Deanna Steed
Phone/email: 252-767-2565 or ashleygrovebaptist@gmail.com
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Who: ISH Cancer Ministry of South Henderson Pentecostal Holiness Church
What: Cake Auction
When: Nov 15 at 6p (doors open at 4:30p)
Where: South Henderson Pentecostal Holiness Church
Why: Supports those with cancer diagnoses with visitations and financial assistance
Other: Our annual auction is a lot of fun and fellowship with delicious homemade cakes, pies ,breads, candies , gift baskets , homemade BBQ sauces and so much more . For more information please call the church at 252-438-3322 or Greg Tapson at 252-820-2368
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Who: Ashley Grove Baptist Church
What: 140th Church Anniversary Service
When: December 14th @ 11:00am
Where: Ashley Grove Baptist Church, 2425 Nutbush Rd, Henderson, NC 27537
Fee: No fee
Contact: Deanna Steed
Phone/email: 252-767-2565 or ashleygrovebaptist@gmail.com
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Who: Spring Street Missionary Baptist Church
What: Clothes closet is open to the public. If you have a clothing need, please don’t hesitate to come by
When: Each 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month from 9am to 12pm
Where: Spring Street Missionary Baptist Church, 511 Orange St, Henderson, NC 27536. The clothing closet building is located in the rear of the church parking lot.
Contact: Spring Street Missionary Baptist Church
Phone/email: springstreetmbc20@gmail.com
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Who: First United Methodist Church of Henderson
What: Tag Sale
When: Every Tuesday and Thursday from 11AM-1PM. Please enter through the Church Office entrance, and a volunteer will guide you through several rooms of the Tag Sale.
Where: First United Methodist Church of Henderson, 114 Church St, Henderson, NC 27536
Why: All proceeds from the Tag Sale ministry go to support the missions of the United Women in Faith. These missions include the following: Hand-in-Hand, Soup Kitchen, Pinkston Street Elementary Weekend Packs, Area Christians Together in Service (ACTS), the Boys & Girls Club, Lifeline, Community Partners of Hope, Good Neighbor Fund, YMCA Children’s Programs, NC Conference Missions, Methodist Home for Children, and United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR).
Contact: FUMC of Henderson for more information or Tom Church if a shopping time beyond these hours is needed.
Phone/email: FUMC – (252) 438-8791. Tom Church – (252) 432-3845 or tchurch219@gmail.com
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Who: The Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks Department
What: Beginner Yoga, instructed by Beryle Lewis. Classes are based on basic yoga techniques to inspire physical, mental, and spiritual peace from within through balance, stretching, and breathing.
When: On Thursday Nights, from 6:15pm-7pm
Where: Aycock Recreation Center, 307 Carey Chapel Rd., Henderson, NC
Fee: The cost is $1 for Members and $2 for Non-Members
Registration link: You can register by going to hvrpd.recdesk.com or stopping by the Aycock Rec Center
Contact: The Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks Department for more information
Phone/email: (252) 492-9400
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