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Who: Oasis of Hope Ministries and Turning Point CDC
What: 16th Annual Community Day
When: Saturday, August 1st, from 10am-2pm
Where: Oasis of Hope Ministries, 2495 US 1/158 Hwy, Henderson, NC 27537
Additional Details: We bring resource vendors together under one space to share with the community what they have to offer. We give away free hotdog meals, give away packed backpacks and additional school supplies, have entertainment, and our food pantry will be open for people to shop! This is a free community event for all! For more information contact Nina Evans at (252) 431-5177 or nevans@turningpointcdc.org
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Who: Manna from Heaven Church
What: Community Back to School
When: Saturday, August 8th from 10am-2pm
Where: 691 Bearpond Road, Henderson, NC 27537. 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 for more information
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Who: New Sandy Creek Baptist Church
What: Free Community Clothing, Baby/Kid Item and School Supplies Giveaway and Exchange.
When: Saturday, August 8th, from 10am-1pm
Where: New Sandy Creek Baptist Church, 1699 Weldons Mill Rd, Henderson, NC
Additional Details: Participants can come and pick up items needed and/or bring items to giveaway. We are accepting donations from the community of new or gently used clothing, shoes, baby/kid items, and school supplies. Schedule your donations drop off by calling Alicia Weldon at 252-204-8241
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Who: North Henderson Baptist Church
What: Annual Backpack and School Supply Giveaway
When: Saturday, August 8th starting at 11am
Where: North Henderson Baptist Church, 1211 N. Garnett St., Henderson, NC
Additional Details: The child must be present to receive the school supplies. A free hotdog lunch will be provided for everyone in attendance. Contact the church at (252) 438-8012 or northhendersonbaptist@gmail.com
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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: North Henderson Baptist Church
What: Hot Wheels Car Races
When: August 15th at 10am
Where: North Henderson Baptist Church, 1211 N. Garnett St., Henderson, NC
Additional Details: We will have races for every age group, children through adults. These will be stock car only races. The only modifications that will be allowed is lubrication. A free hotdog lunch will be provided as well as medals for first through third place in each race. If you have any questions contact the church at 252-438-8012. It is a completely free event.
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Who: Central Children’s Home of Oxford, NC
What: Cross Country Festival. There are cross country races open for all ages, as well as a collegiate invitational race. Additionally, there will be a 50/50 raffle drawing supporting the Central Children’s Home of North Carolina.
When: Saturday, September 26
Where: All events will take place on the grounds of the Central Children’s home at 211 W. Antioch Drive, Oxford, NC
Additional Details: For a complete schedule, visit their website at centralchildrenshomecrosscountryfestival.org
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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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