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Who: North Henderson Baptist Church
What: Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Ministry Drop-off
When: Collections will be:
- Nov. 20, 3-8pm
- Nov. 21, 2-4pm
- Nov. 22, 3-5pm
- Nov 23, 10am-2pm
- Nov. 24, 12 noon-5pm
- Nov. 25, 10am-12 noon
Where: North Henderson Baptist Church located at 1211 N. Garnett St. Henderson, NC.
Why: To make sure kids get something for Christmas
Fee: Your Donation
Contact: Pastor Eddie Nutt for more information
Phone/email: (252) 438-8012 or northhendersonbaptist@gmail.com
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Who: South Granville High School Choral Department
What: Hurricane Relief Concert, featuring The Barefoot Movement, along with Bryan’s Hill and Grassstreet
When: Friday, November 22nd. Starting at 7:30pm
Where: South Granville High School, 701 N Cres Dr, Creedmoor, NC 27522
Why: To support those in Western NC.
Fee: Tickets are $15 online at thebarefootmovementofficial.com. Tickets are $20 at the door.
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Who: Cook’s Chapel Church
What: Food Distribution
When: Friday, November 22nd starting at 8:00am
Where: Cook’s Chapel Church, 200 Center Street in Henderson
Why: To distribute food to the community. Also Rev. Omega T. Perry’s Birthday will be that day.
Fee: Your donation
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Who: Perry Memorial Library
What: Native American Heritage Month Celebration for Families! Fun for the whole family! All ages welcome!
When: Tuesday, November 26th, 2024 from 4:30pm-5:30pm
Where: Perry Memorial Library, 205 Breckenridge Street. Henderson, NC 27536
Why: For the celebration of our First Peoples
Fee: No fee
Contact: Perry Memorial Library for more information
Phone/email: (252) 438-3316
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Who: ACIM (Area Congregations in Ministry)
What: 19th Annual Turkey Trot
When: Thanksgiving Day, November 28th. Registration starts at 8:30am
Where: Oxford United Methodist Church, 105 W. McClanahan St. Oxford, NC 27565
Why: To Relieve Hunger in Granville County
Fee: Entry for the Turkey Trot is at least 2 non-perishable food items
Contact: Ann Riley for more information
Phone/email: (919) 690-0961 or director@acimgranville.org
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Who: Big Ruin Creek Baptist Church
What: Thanksgiving Day Service
When: Thanksgiving Day, November 28th from 9am-10am
Where: 16 Big Ruin Creek Lane, Henderson, NC
Why: Pastor Charles Burwell is asking everyone who comes to bring poptops. They will be giving to the men’s shelter in Henderson NC
Contact: Dorothy Wimbush
Phone/email: (252) 425-7366 or dorothy_wim49.@yahoo.com
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Who: Vance County Department of Social Services Unit
What: Give from the Heart, Foster Care Christmas Cheer Program
When: Donations accepted from now until November 29th
Where: Donations can be dropped off at the Vance County Department of Social Services, 500 N. Beckford Drive – Suite, C, Henderson, NC 27536
Why: To Support Children in Foster Care during this Christmas Season
Fee: Your Donation
Contact: Vance County Department of Social Services
Phone/email: (252) 436-0407
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Who: Henderson-Vance Recreation & Parks Department
What: Senior Field Trip – Shopping and Lunch. For ages 55 and up. Registration is from November 18-November 29.
When: Wednesday, December 4, 2024, departing at 8:30am and returning at 5:00pm
Where: Meet at Dr. Andrea L. Harris Operations and Service Center, located at 900 South Beckford Drive, Henderson, NC 27536
Why: To go shopping at Smithfield Outlets and Dwaynes
Fee: Bring money for shopping and lunch
Contact: Jayvis Harvey
Phone/email: (252) 431-6091 or Jayvisharvey@henderson.nc.gov
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Who: Vance County Regional Farmers Market in partnership with Perry Memorial Library
What: Story Time at the Market. Start the season off right with captivating stories, delicious hot cocoa, and a chance to decorate your own gingerbread cookies!
When: December 7, 2024 starting at 11am. You can register at go.ncsu.edu/storytimevcrfm.
Where: Vance County Regional Farmers Market, 210 Southpark Dr., Henderson, NC
Fee: No fee
Contact: Perry Memorial Library for more information
Phone/email: (252) 438-3316
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Who: Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks
What: Do you want to build a Snowman? In celebration of the holiday season, we will construct our own snowmen using clay, carrots, and sticks, creating a winter winter wonderland. For ages 4-8. Only 20 spots available.
When: Thursday, December 12th, 2024 from 6pm-7:30pm. Registration is from now until Tuesday, December 10, 2024. You can register in person or online at hvrpd.recdesk.com.
Where: Aycock Recreation Center, 307 Carey Chapel Rd, Henderson, NC 27537
Fee: $2 per participant
Contact: Randall Elam for more information
Phone/email: (252) 492-9400 or randallelam@henderson.nc.gov
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Who: Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks
What: Letters to Santa. Elves and friends will be collecting your letters to Santa and handling out holiday goodies. You will enjoy making holiday crafts and the Grinch will also be there to visit! Remember to bring your camera to take pictures.
When: Saturday, December 14th, 2024 from 9:30am-12:30pm
Where: Aycock Recreation Center, 307 Carey Chapel Rd. Henderson, NC
Fee: Free
Contact: Jayvis Harvey for more information
Phone/email: (252) 431-6091 or jayvisharvey@henderson.nc.gov
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Who: Clearview Church
What: A Night of Christmas Music with Jimmy & The Sound Barriers and Friends
When: December 15th, 6pm
Where: Clearview Church, located at 3485 Hwy 158 Business, Henderson, NC 27537 in their New Sanctuary
Why: To raise an offering for the ANCHOR of HOPE Ministry
Fee: No fee, but an offering will be taken up for the ANCHOR of HOPE Ministry
Contact: Clearview Church for more information
Phone/email: (252) 438-8433 or info@clearviewbc.org
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Who: Vance-Granville Community College
What: The Community Band Holiday Concert
When: Monday, December 16th, 2024 starting at 7:30pm
Where: McGregor Hall, 201 Breckenridge St, Henderson, NC 27536
Why: To Welcome the Holiday with Cheer and Glee
Fee: Free and Open to the Public
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Who: Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks
What: Kids Fun Day. Join us for a day of excitement, creativity, and new friendships as we turn this teacher workday into the ultimate fun day!
When: Friday, January 3, 2025 from 7:30am-6:00pm. Registration ends Friday, December 20, 2024. You can register at hvrpd.recdesk.com. Only 20 slots are available.
Where: Aycock Recreation Center, 307 Carey Chapel Rd, Henderson, NC, 27537
Fee: $10 per child and please pack lunch and a snack for your child and please be on time to pick up your child.
Contact: Linnoya Watkins for more information
Phone/email: (252) 492-9400 or linnoyawatkins@henderson.nc.gov
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Who: St. Paul United Church of Christ
What: Youth Night – Rebuilding God’s Kingdom. For any youth ages 0-18. Free Hot Dog Dinner will be served.
When: Wednesday, January 8, 2025. From 5pm to 7:30pm
Where: 292 North Lee Ave. Middleburg, NC 27556
Why: We are calling all area youth to come and take an active part.
Fee: No fee to attend
Contact: Alfreda Murphy to RSVP
Phone/email: (919) 685-0171
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Who: Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks
What: MLK Day Overnight Celebration. This event is for middle school-aged youth. Registration is open from December 6, 2024 to January 12, 2025. You can register at hvrpd.recdesk.com. The maximum number of participants is 25.
When: Friday, January 17th, 2025 starting at 6:00pm and ending January 18th, 2025 at 10:00am
Where: Aycock Recreation Center, 307 Carey Chapel Rd, Henderson, NC 27537
Fee: No Fee
Contact: Darius Pitt for more information
Phone/email: (252) 431-6099 or dariuspitt@henderson.nc.gov
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Who: Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks
What: Madden 25 1v1 Tournament for ages 18+. Showcase your skills, strategy, and teamwork as you battle it out on the virtual gridiron. The Winner will not only earn bragging rights but also take home a shiny trophy!
When: Saturday, February 1, 2025 from 1pm-6pm. Registration is from Monday, December 16th, 2024 through Sunday, January 19th, 2025. You can register at hvrpd.recdesk.com.
Where: 307 Carey Chapel Rd. Henderson, NC 27537
Fee: $10 per person
Contact: Jaylen Rose for more information
Phone/email: (252) 738-6959 or jaylenrose@henderson.nc.gov
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Who: Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks
What: Fortnite Battle Royale Squads Tournament for ages 8-12. 1st place teams wins V-Bucks.
When: Saturday, February 8, 2025 from 12pm-6pm. Registration is from Monday, December 2, 2024 through Sunday, January 25, 2025. You can register at hvrpd.recdesk.com.
Where: This is a virtual program, you can participate from home!
Fee: $10 per team
Contact: Darius Pitt for more information
Phone/email: (252) 431-6099 or dariuspitt@henderson.nc.gov
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Who: Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks
What: Kids Fun Day. Join us for a day of excitement, creativity, and new friendships as we turn this teacher workday into the ultimate fun day!
When: Monday, February 17, 2025 from 7:30am-6:00pm. Registration ends Monday, February 10, 2025. You can register at hvrpd.recdesk.com. Only 20 slots are available.
Where: Aycock Recreation Center, 307 Carey Chapel Rd, Henderson, NC, 27537
Fee: $10 per child and please pack lunch and a snack for your child and please be on time to pick up your child.
Contact: Linnoya Watkins for more information
Phone/email: (252) 492-9400 or linnoyawatkins@henderson.nc.gov
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Who: The Salvation Army
What: Food distribution through their food pantry
When: Mondays and Wednesdays 9:00am-3:00pm, Thursday 9:00am-12:00pm
Where: The Salvation Army of Henderson, 2292 Ross Mill Rd, Henderson, NC 27537
Why: Providing food assistance to area families in need
Fee: No fee
Contact: The Salvation Army of Henderson if you would like to volunteer
Phone/email: 252-438-7107
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Who: BLK Sista Productions
What: 1st Annual Toy Drive
When: Donations can be made anytime
Where: Collections can be dropped off at Vance Family Medicine located at 381 Ruin Creek Rd, Henderson, NC 27536, and the Henderson Fire Station located at 205 N Garnett St, Henderson, NC 27536.
Why: To give back to our community by collecting toys for kids in need!
Fee: Your Donation
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Who: Vance County Housing Authority at Lincoln Height Apartments
What: Accepting applications for two and three bedroom apartments. Applicants will need to bring original birth certificates and original social security cards for everyone on the application. They must also bring a photo ID for everyone over 18. Applications must be completed in the office.
When: Applications are accepted on Tuesdays, 9:00 am until 3:00 pm
Where: 224 Lincoln Street, Henderson NC
Contact: Lincoln Height Apartments
Phone/email: (252) 438-6127
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