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Who: Big Ruin Creek Missionary Baptist Church
What: Revival
When: June 16th-18th starting at 7pm each night
Where: Big Ruin Creek Missionary Baptist Church, 16 Big Ruin Creek Lane, Henderson, NC
Additional Details: Contact Dorothy Wimbush for more information at dorothy_wim49@yahoo.com or (252) 425-7366.
Speakers for the Revival will be:
- Tuesday, the 16th with feature Pastor Sandy Smith of Penn Avenue Church in Oxford, NC along with the Penn Avenue Choir
- Wednesday, the 17th will feature Pastor Jacob Bagley pastor of Shiloh missionary Baptist Church kittrell NC along with the Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church Choir in Kittrell, NC
- Thursday, the 18th will feature Pastor Antori Brown of Spring Street Missionary Baptist Church along with the Gospel Ensemble Choir in Henderson, NC.
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Who: Brick Power Team
What: Fish Plate Fundraiser
When: June 22nd from 4-7pm
Where: 220 Seafood Restaurant, 1812 N. Garnett St., Henderson, NC
Why: To help the night to shine program associated with North Henderson Baptist Church for children with special needs. Help us make a difference in a child’s life.
Additional Details: Trout Plates are $11. Each plate includes trout, fries, slaw & hushpuppies. Contact Harry Orr for more information at (252) 432-4196 or horr2553@yahoo.com
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Who: Granville Vance Public Health & Faith in Mental Health
What: An in-person webinar screening, followed by discussion
When: Tuesday, June 23rd, 6pm
Where: Cornerstone Christian Community (3237 Knotts Grove Rd, Oxford, NC 27565)
Why: The webinar screening is named “Forming a Trauma-Informed Church.” Learn with Dr. Andrea Clements about how your Church can better understand and care for those with addiction and mental health struggles through a trauma-informed approach. Dr. Clements is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at East Tennessee State University. She is the Co-Founder of Uplift Appalachia, and author of The Trauma Informed Church: Walking With Others Toward Flourishing. The event is free to attend, and refreshments are included.
Additional Details: For questions, reach out to Karl Johnson by email at kjohnson@gvph.org, or by phone at 616-298-5626
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Who: Vance County American 250 Committee
What: Regular Meetings
When: The first Thursday of each month at 4:00 PM unless otherwise announced
Where: Henderson-Vance County Economic Development Building, 326 S. Garnett Street, Henderson, NC 27536
Why: To plan, coordinate, and implement local programs and events in celebration of the United States Semi quincentennial (“American 250”) consistent with the statewide and national initiatives
Additional Details: All meetings are open to the public. Members of the public and media may attend in person or view meetings streamed live on the County’s YouTube channel. For additional information, contact the County Manager’s Office at (252) 738-2000 or email info@vancecounty.org
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Who: North Henderson Baptist Church
What: Vacation Bible School
When: July 6th-10th, from 5:30-8pm each night
Where: North Henderson Baptist Church, 1211 N. Garnett St., Henderson, NC
Additional Details: The theme this year is “Snowball Mountain Challenge” A meal is provided, free of charge and there will be classes offered for anyone all the way up through adults. Everyone is invited to come and join us. If you would like more information please contact the church at (252) 438-8012
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Who: Middleburg Baptist Church
What: Vacation Bible School
When: Sunday, July 19 – Wednesday, July 22; 5:30pm-8:30pm each night
Where: 80 N. Plummer Ave., Middleburg, NC 27556
Additional Details: The theme of this Vacation Bible School is Emerald Crossing: An Irish Adventure through Psalm 23. All ages are welcome – they have a nursery as well as an adult Bible study class. Dinner will be provided each night, and kids will enjoy a Bible lesson, arts & crafts, music, and recreation, including a zipline! Admission is free! Register at www.middleburgbaptistnc.com
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Who: Kittrell Grocery & Kittrell Community Center
What: Kittrell Chess & Checkers Day
When: Saturday, July 18th; 9:00am-8:30pm
Where: Kittrell Community Center – 123 Main St, Kittrell
Why: Join the Kittrell Community Center for community fun! All ages are welcome, and there is no entry fee.
Additional Details: Contact Clyde Daye at 252-492-6411
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Who: Manna from Heaven Church
What: Community Back to School
When: Saturday, August 8, 2026
Where: 691 Bearpond Road, Henderson, NC 27737. On-site parking is available
Why: They warmly welcome elementary, middle, and high school students to enjoy free backpacks and school supplies. Join them for family fun, with activities including a bounce house, water games, video games, and games for adults. A delicious lunch will be served to all. They’ll also be sharing groceries with their guests while supplies last. They would be truly delighted to celebrate this festive annual Back-to-School event with you and your family!
Additional Details: Supplies of backpacks and groceries are limited and will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Contact the church at 252-598-1011
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Who: Henderson-Vance Crimestoppers
What: Annual Golf Tournament
When: Thursday, August 13th, 2026
Where: Kerr Lake Country Club
Why: Crimestoppers is looking for Hole Sponsors and Team Sponsors for the tournament. The amount to sponsor a hole is $100, and to sponsor a team of 4 players is $200. Your contribution is very important to their all-volunteer organization. Crimestoppers operates from the premise that for every crime that occurs, somebody somewhere sees something and knows something. They are the organization that facilitates the flow of that information to law enforcement that can lead to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the crime. This golf tournament is the primary fund raiser for their organization each year, and your support is vital to their success. Your contribution is tax deductible. Check-in and Chick-Fil-A lunch will occur from 11:30am to 12:30pm, with the shotgun start at 1:00pm.
Additional Details: Contact Danny Wright at 252-432-1141, or email dannyw@vance.net for questions or information
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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 the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR).
Additional Details: Contact FUMC of Henderson at (252) 438-8791 for more information or if a shopping time beyond these hours is needed.
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