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Who: Transformation Apostolic Ministries
What: “The Season of Double Grace” featuring Dr. John A. Tetsola
When: Friday, June 6th at 7:30pm and Saturday, June 7th at 10am
Where: TAM Center, 500 South College St., Henderson, NC 27536
Contact: The TAM Center for information and registration
Phone/email: Go to their website at www.tamcenternc.org
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Who: Plank Chapel United Methodist Church
What: The Gathering. The Gathering is a monthly Community-building meeting with fellowship, neighborhood news, a meal, and a program on topics of current interest. Everyone is invited but especially Kittrell-Bobbitt area neighbors.
When: June 7th from 4-6 p.m.
Where: Plank Chapel UMC (3047 Bobbitt Rd., Kittrell)
Fee: No fee
Contact: Vernon (Scott) Ritchey for more information
Phone/email: (252) 438-6115 or ritcheyvs@aol.com
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Who: New Sandy Creek Baptist Church
What: WildLive VBS, open to ages 0 to 5th grade with dinner served each night.
When: Sunday, June 8-Wednesday, June 11, 5:30-8:30pm. Our “Family Night” will be June 11 with a program by our participants and a special animal presentation by “Dan the Animal Man”.
Where: New Sandy Creek Baptist Church, 1699 Weldons Mill Road, Henderson
Fee: This is a free event
Contact: Jackie F Ayscue
Phone/email: (252) 767-3257 or JAyscue@hotmail.com
Registration Link: You can register in person or on-line at www.myvbs.org/newsandycreek
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Who: Big Ruin Creek Baptist Church
What: Revival. Come out and enjoy a Good old time Revival!
- Monday, June 9th: Rev Lloyd Lewis, and the CB Walton Voice of the Praise
- Tuesday, June 10th: Rev Opie Terrell, and the Nutbush Baptist Choir
- Wednesday, June 11th: Rev Dennis White and the Welcome Chapel Choir
When: June 9th-June 11th, 2025 starting at 7pm each night
Where: Big Ruin Creek Missionary Baptist Church, 16 Big Ruin Creek Lane Henderson NC
Contact: Dorothy Wimbush for more information
Phone/email: 252-425-7366 or dorothy_wim49@Yahoo.com
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Who: Baskerville Funeral Home
What: Community Information Series – Homelessness & Depression: A Silent Crisis. Presented by Pastor Janice Hargrove
When: Tuesday, June 10th, 2025 from 6pm-7pm
Where: Baskerville Funeral Home Chapel, 104 S. Chestnut St., Henderson, NC 27536
Fee: No fee
Contact: Baskerville Funeral Home
Phone/email: (252) 430-6824
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Who: Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments
What: Disaster Recovery Expo – In the aftermath of devastating disasters, entire communities are left in need of urgent assistance. VENDORS NEEDED – Shelters, Department of Social Services, Non-Profits, Fire Departments, Emergency Management & MORE!
When: THURSDAY, JUNE 12TH, from 9am-1pm
Where: VANCE-GRANVILLE COMMUNITY COLLEGE CENTER, 200 Community College Rd, Henderson, NC
Why: A great opportunity to share your expertise, resources, and materials, such as pamphlets, business cards, preparedness guides, or other informational materials that can help individuals and communities before and after a disaster.
Fee: No fee
Contact: Katie Conner
Phone/email: 252-436-2040 Ext. 6071 or kconner@kerrtarcog.org
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Who: Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church
What: United Shiloh Youth Revival. The speaker for the occasion will be Pastor Taurean D. Walston, pastor of Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church. The public is invited to attend.
When: Friday, June 13, 2025 at 6:30PM
Where: Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church, 2464 Rock Mill Rd. Henderson NC.
Contact: Angela Crawford
Phone/email: (252) 767-5010 or angela.v.crawford@gmail.com
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Who: Union Chapel Church of Kittrell
What: Cruise-In for Christ. Free Food including Hot Dogs, Drinks, Popcorn and Ice Cream. Come enjoy Christian Fellowship and view classic cars.
When: Saturday June 14th, from 4pm-7pm
Where: 415 Raleigh Rd, Henderson, NC
Fee: There will be a donation box and all donations will go to support the Vance County Men’s Shelter.
Contact: Edward K Woodlief
Phone/email: (252) 767-4044 or chapelchoirboy@gmail.com
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Who: Spring Street Missionary Baptist Church
What: Vacation Bible School, God’s Laboratory is coming to Spring Street MBC!
When: June 23–27 from 6–8 PM. Register today and bring your friends!
Link to registration: tinyurl.com/SSMBCVBS2025. Registration is optional, but we encourage you to sign up.
Where: Spring Street Missionary Baptist Church, 511 Orange St, Henderson, NC 27536
Why: To be a part of a week of faith, fun, and exciting experiments as we dive into God’s Word like never before.
Fee: This hands-on adventure is free & perfect for all ages—from youth to adults!
Contact: Brielle for more information
Phone/email: (252) 492-3992 or springstreetvbs@gmail.com
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Who: St. Paul United Church of Christ
What: Revival Services. The public is invited to attend.
- June 25th will feature Pastor John Jefferson of Island Hill Christian Church in Clarksville, VA.
- June 26th will feature Pastor William Ball of Red Hill United Church of Christ in Clayton, NC.
- June 27th will feature Apostle Marshall Henderson of Greater Love Ministries in Henderson, NC.
When: June 25-27th, starting at 7pm.
Where: St. Paul United Church of Christ, 292 N Lee Ave, Middleburg, NC 27556
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Who: Town of Wise
What: Wise Independence Day Parade & Festival. The parade will start lining up at 9:30am by Bruce Perkinson’s house, it will start promptly at 10am and end at the Wise Baptist Church grounds. Frank Gustkey Sr. will be the grand marshal for the parade. The festival will start immediately after the parade on the Wise Baptist Church grounds. There will be live music from Feature Attraction Band, rides for kids, food & craft vendors and so much more.
When: Friday, July 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Starting at Bruce Perkinson’s house, 1625 US 1 N, Norlina NC 27573, to the Wise Baptist Church grounds, 1840 US-1, Norlina, NC 27563
Contact: Gary Paynter or Danielle Edgerton
Phone/email: Gary – (252) 438-0574 or Danielle – (252) 204-2605
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Who: Vance County Tourism
What: Independence Day Celebration
When: Saturday, July 5th starting at 4 p.m. with fireworks about 9:15 p.m.
Where: Satterwhite Point Park on beautiful Kerr Lake
Info: A live DJ will be on site playing great music. Vendors will be there, including food. The highlight of the evening will be the fireworks display approximately 9:15. Remember, alcohol is not permitted in state parks. State Park gate fee is $10 per vehicle.
Contact: Vance County Tourism
Phone/email: 252-438-2222 or email vctourism@vancecounty.org
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Who: The Gospel Program
What: Mrs. Lula Shearin 75th Birthday Concert. Featuring Faithful, The Gospel Disciples, The Torain Family, Men Of Faith, The Gospel Harmoneers, Sister Shirley McCaden & Company, and The Soul Lifters. Pastor Daryn Thomas will be Emcee
When: July 5th, 2025. Doors Open @ 3:00PM. The Program Starts @ 4:00PM
Where: Whites Grove Christian Church 328 St Tammany Road Norlina, NC 27563
Fee: Admission is free but a love offering will be taken.
Contact: Jordan Shearin for more information
Phone/email: (252) 820-5878 or jordanshearin5602@icloud.com
Who: Ashley Grove Baptist Church
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Who: North Henderson Baptist Church
What: Wonder Junction Vacation Bible School, Supper will be provided each night. Come and join us for a fun time of crafts, games, music and learning about Jesus.
When: July 7th-10th, from 5:30pm-8:30pm each night
Where: North Henderson Baptist Church, 1211 N Garnett St, Henderson, NC 27536
Fee: No fee
Contact: Eddie Nutt
Phone/email: (252) 438-8012 or northhendersonbaptist@gmail.com
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What: Rainbow Tea Event
When: August 16th, 2025 at 2:00pm
Where: Ashley Grove Baptist Church – 2425 Nutbush Road Henderson NC 27537
Fee: $10 Donation
Contact: Deanna Steed
Phone/email: 252-767-2565 or ashleygrovebaptist@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: 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 St, Henderson, NC 27536
Contact: Lincoln Height Apartments for more information
Phone/email: (252) 438-6127
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(NO LISTINGS ON THIS PAGE ARE PAID POSTINGS. EACH ENTITY IS CLEARLY IDENTIFIED IN EACH LISTING. However, Vance County Tourism does have an ad presently on WIZS Radio about the same Independence Day Celebration at Kerr Lake.)
