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The Vance County GOP contacted WIZS and asked us to announce:
This Sunday, October 13, from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m., there will be a “Meet the Candidate” event at the GOP headquarters on Garnett Street, at the corner with Spring Street. All people are invited to stop by, have a free hotdog, meet the candidates and have a good time. It was explained to WIZS that most area GOP candidates planned to attend. WIZS offers equal time to all political parties. We are available by phone or email and online at WIZS.com for similar announcements like this.
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Who: Blue Harmony Event-Restoring Bodies And Minds, LLC
What: Halloween Fall Fest. Come join us for a night of Family Fun including fun laser tag games, snacks, a haunted house, and maze. Wristbands will be sold.
When: Friday and Saturday, October 11, 2024, October 12, 2024, October 19, 2024, October 26,2024, October 31, 2024 and November 2, 2024. 7:00pm-12:00am
Where: Blue Harmony Center, 2072 Hwy 39 South, Henderson, NC 27537
Why: To join them for a night of Family Fun in support of grief counseling and donation to local Vance County Middle School!
Fee: free for kids under 6. $10 Kids under 18 and $15 adults purchases can be made online or in person
Contact: Patrice Brown
Phone/email: (919) 514-0122 or 1stblueharm@gmail.com
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Who: Poplar Creek Baptist Church
What: Bake Sale and Yard Sale, Sausage Biscuits, coffee, and drinks can be purchased
When: Saturday, October 12th, 7AM until 12PM
Where: Poplar Creek Baptist Church, 1371 Poplar Creek Road, Henderson, NC 27537
Why: Proceeds to Support Mission Projects
Fee: What you buy at the sale
Contact: Cynthia Capps
Phone/email: (252) 431-4366 or cappscj@aol.com
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Who: North Henderson Baptist Church
What: BBQ Chicken plate sale. It will be eat in or take out. The plates will consist of 1/2 a BBQ chicken, boiled potatoes, green beans, bread and dessert. There will be drinks if you eat in.
When: Saturday, October 12th from 4-7pm
Where: North Henderson Baptist Church 1211 N. Garnett St. Henderson, NC
Why: Funds for the church
Fee: Plates are $10
Contact: Eddie Nutt
Phone/email: (252) 438-8012 or godspuppetsquad@gmail.com
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Who: Union Chapel Church of Kittrell
What: LAST CRUISE IN FOR CHRIST OF 2024. FREE hotdogs, hamburgers, popcorn, drinks and soft serve ice cream. Good family Christian fellowship. Classic Cars on site.
When: SATURDAY, OCT 12th 4-7 pm, rain or shine
Where: 415 Raleigh Road, Henderson, NC 27536 (Tony’s Auto Lot)
Why: There is a DONATION BOX and all donations will support the Zeb Vance Elementary School Mission
Fee: No fee, but donations will be accepted
Contact: Edward K Woodlief
Phone/email: (252) 767-4044 or chapelchoirboy@gmail.com
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Who: McGregor Hall
What: Make a Joyful Noise Unto the Lord – ACTS Benefit Concert
When: October 12th, at 7:00pm
Where: McGregor Hall, 201 Breckenridge St, Henderson, NC 27536
Why: To showcase local talent and raise money to support its mission – attending to the food needs in the community and shining the love of Jesus.
Fee: Tickets are $5, Kids under 12 get it Free. Tickets available now.
Contact: McGregor Hall for more information
Phone/email: (252) 598-0662 and you can get tickets online at www.mcgregorhall.org
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Who: The Baptist Men of West End Baptist Church
What: Fish Fry Fundraiser for Local Ministries Dinner will include Trout, Slaw, French Fries, and Hushpuppies. Take out only.
When: Monday, October 14th, from 4:00 PM til 7:00 PM
Where: 220 Seafood Restaurant
Why: All proceeds will be used to support our Local Ministries which include ACTS, Lifeline Ministries, GRACE Ministries, Rebuilding Hope, and many others
Fee: Cost is $10.00 Per Plate
Contact: Jerry Parrish of West End Baptist Church
Phone/email: (252) 438-6306 or (919) 810-8646
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Who: North Carolina Guardian Ad Litem
What: Virtual and Interactive Training Class
When: October 15, 2024
Where: Online
Why: To learn how to become a Guardian ad Litem.
Fee: Free
Contact: North Carolina Guardian Ad Litem Office
Phone/email: (919) 497-4244 or visit their website volunteerforgal.org
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Who: Henderson-Vance Recreation & Parks Department
What: Fall Fest. Come join us for a night of Family Fun including fun games, snacks, a haunted house, and rides. Wristbands and tickets will be sold.
When: Tuesday, October 15, 2024. 5:30pm-8:30pm
Where: Aycock Recreation Center, 307 Carey Chapel Rd, Henderson, NC 27537
Why: To join them for a night of Family Fun!
Fee: No fee but purchases are cash only
Contact: Jayvis Harvey
Phone/email: (252) 430-4221 or Jayvisharvey@henderson.nc.gov
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Who: S!stersSpeakLife
What: Mammogram Check, “Together We Fight”
When: October 19th, 10AM-3PM
Where: Aycock Recreation Center, 307 Carey Chapel Rd., Henderson, NC. 27537
Why: To provide breast cancer screenings to all women who qualify
Fee: No fee
Contact: Invision Diagnostics to schedule your appointment today
Phone/email: (877) 318-1349
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Who: Big Ruin Creek Baptist Church
What: Hot Dog Sale. Come out and enjoy the best hot dogs with homemade chili you’ve ever eaten.
When: Saturday, October 19th, beginning at 12 Noon
Where: Family Dollar, 304 North Cooper Drive, Henderson, NC
Fee: The Price of the Hot Dogs
Contact: Dorothy Wimbush for more information
Phone/email: (252) 425-7366 or dorothy_wim49@yahoo.com
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Who: Big Ruin Creek Baptist Church
What: 144th Church Anniversary, Pastor Charles Burwell will bring the message. Dinner will be served after service all friends and family are invited.
When: Sunday, October 20th. Beginning with Sunday School at 9:30am and morning worship service at 11:00am
Where: Big Ruin Creek Baptist Church, 16 Big Ruin Creek Lane in Henderson, NC
Why: To celebrate the 144th Church Anniversary in fellowship together!
Fee: No Fee
Contact: Dorothy Wimbush for more information
Phone/email: (252) 492-3330 or dorothy_wim49@yahoo.com
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Who: Louisburg College
What: Homecoming—a chance to come home to where it all started! Enjoy a tailgate lunch, entertainment, Alumni awards, and, of course, the big game!
- FRIDAY, OCT. 18 @ 5:00PM //
- Informal social at Tar Banks Brewing
- 108 N. Main St. in Louisburg
- SATURDAY, OCT. 19 @ 10:30AM //
- 10:30 AM | Registration (Benson Chapel)
- 11:00 AM | Music & Fun (Main Lawn)
- 11:30 AM | Lunch & Awards (Main Lawn)
- 1:00 PM | Louisburg College vs. Palmetto Collegiate (Louisburg Magnet High School, 201 Allen Ln, Louisburg, NC 27549. Pink Out – Wear PINK to support breast cancer awareness)
When: Friday October 18th @ 5:00pm and Saturday October 19th @ 10:30AM
Where: Louisburg College, 501 North Main Street, Louisburg, NC 27549
Why: To celebrate homecoming at Louisburg College
Fee: $10 for Friday, $20 for Saturday, $25 deal for both days
Contact: For registration, please contact Alitha Palich
Phone/email: (919) 497-3325 or apalich@louisburg.edu
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Who: Henderson-Vance Recreation & Parks Department
What: Trail of Horror Drive Thru
When: Tuesday, October 22, 2024, 6:45pm-9:00pm
Where: Kings Daughter 1, 600 W. Montgomery St., Henderson NC 27536. Enter Drive Thru on Young Street.
Why: To get into the Halloween spirit and have a chance at a Trick or Treat Bag Giveaway!
Fee: $5 fee per vehicle, cash only
Contact: Jayvis Harvey
Phone/email: (252) 430-4221 or Jayvisharvey@henderson.nc.gov
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Who: Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce
What: Phishing for Lunch: Cyber Awareness & Safety. Sponsored by CyberPlex Technologies, LLC
When: October 22, 2024 from 11:30am-1:30pm. Registration is required. Deadline to register is October 17th. Space is limited.
Where: Flex Desk 360, 100 S. Garnett St., Henderson, NC
Fee: No Fee
Contact: Vanessa Jones
Phone/email: (252) 438-8414 or vanessa@hendersonvance.org
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Who: Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce and the Triangle North Healthcare Foundation
What: Non-Profit Engagement Meeting. Catered to non-profits, churches, schools, and businesses. RSVP by October 25
Guest Speakers Include:
- Dr. Cindy Bennett/Chairman
- Dr. Abidan Shah/Aarika Sandlin – Vance County Public Schools Foundation
- Beth Townsend – Duke Energy
- Karen Jones – Coastal Credit Union
- Debbie Hite – Principal – Vance County Early College
When: Tuesday, October 29th. Starting at 3:30pm
Where: Vance County Schools Administrative Office, 1724 Graham Ave, Henderson, NC 27536
Why: To learn more about the non-profits in the area
Fee: No Fee
Contact: Sandra Wilkerson to RSVP for the event
Phone/email: (252) 438-8414 or sandra@hendersonvance.org
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Who: State Employees’ Credit Union
What: Shred Day! Document Disposal That’s Safe, Secure, and Environmentally Friendly
When: Saturday, October 26. From 9:00am to 12:00 Noon
Where: 1795 Graham Avenue, Henderson, NC 27536
Fee: No Fee, FREE!
Contact: Vanita Carlson-Ball
Phone/email: Vanita.Carlson-Ball@ncsecu.org
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Who: Henderson-Vance County Chamber of Commerce
What: The State of Transportation Address and Luncheon. Sponsored by Fred’s Towing & Transport, Benchmark Community Bank, Wake EMC. Brandon Jones, PE Division Five Engineer of the NC Department of Transportation will be the guest speaker.
When: Wednesday, October 30th, 2024, at 12:00 Noon. Register by October 25th.
Where: Henderson Country Club, 300 Country Club Dr, Henderson, NC 27536
Fee: $30 Per Person, $240 for a table of 8 which includes lunch.
Contact: Tanya Wilson
Phone/email: (252) 438-8414 or tanya@hendersonvance.org
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Who: Brick Power Team
What: Weightlifting Event
When: Saturday, October 26, 10 a.m.
Where: Next to Freedom Life Church
Why: Fundraising event
Fee: Adults, $50; Teens, $40. Spectators, $5; Children 12 & Under free
Contact: Harry Orr
Phone/email: 252 432 4196 or email horr2553@yahoo.com
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Who: Veterans Affairs Committee of Granville County
What: 9th Annual Military History Show – Featuring various Military Displays. Including uniforms, equipment, weapons, vehicles, and other historical articles. With Total Flight Solutions, Helicopter Rides, and Silent Auction.
When: October 26, 2024 10AM-4PM
Where: Henderson-Oxford Airport, 6514 Airport Road Oxford, NC
Why: Proceeds will benefit the Veterans Affairs Committee of Granville County
Fee: Free
Contact: Harry Coombs
Phone/email: (919) 691-7697 or militaryhistoryshow@yahoo.com and www.visitgranvillenc.com
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Who: North Henderson Baptist Church
What: Fall Festival and free coat giveaway. There will be games, hay rides, and hot dogs for all ages. The coats will be available to anyone who is in need. You must be present to receive a coat.
When: Oct. 26. 11am -1pm
Where: North Henderson Baptist Church, 1211 N. Garnett St. Henderson
Fee: No fee
Contact: Rev. Eddie Nutt for any questions
Phone/email: (252) 438-8012 or godspuppetsquad@gmail.com
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Who: Rosa’s Team
What: Relay for Life & St. Jude Children’s Hospital Fundraiser, with trout, fries, slaw, hushpuppies, no drink though.
When: October 28, 2024, 4:00pm-7:00pm
Where: 220 Seafood Restaurant
Why: To help someone else
Fee: $10.00
Contact: Rosa Marks
Phone/email: (252) 213-7076
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Who: North Henderson Baptist Church
What: Concert, featuring Jimmy Barrier & The Sound Barriers along with Frank Sossamon.
When: November 3 at 5pm
Where: North Henderson Baptist Church, 1211 N. Garnett St. Henderson
Fee: A love offering will be taken for the musicians.
Contact: Rev. Eddie Nutt
Phone/email: (252) 438-8012 or godspuppetsquad@gmail.com
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Who: Henderson-Vance Recreation & Parks Department
What: Senior Field Trip – Southern Supreme Gourmet. For ages 55 and up. Registration is from October 14-November 13.
When: Wednesday, November 20, 2024, departing at 9:30am 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 come and see all the goodies at Southern Supreme in Bear Creek.
Fee: No Fee
Contact: Jayvis Harvey
Phone/email: (252) 431-6091 or Jayvisharvey@henderson.nc.gov
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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: 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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