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Who: The City of Henderson
What: Anti-Littering Campaign Kick-Off
When: Friday, September 13th Starting at 9AM
Where: 900 S. Beckford Drive
Why: To raise awareness about littering and why not to do it; Fall Litter Sweep
Phone/email: (252) 430-5702 to sign up, participate, get supplies
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Who: Vance County Fire Department & Vance County Schools
What: Vance County Public Safety Expo: Safe Kids members on hand for car seat checks, State and Local law enforcement, and much more.
When: Saturday, September 14th 10am-2pm
Where: Old Charles Boyd Chevrolet, US 158 Bypass
Why: To come see the different agencies across North Carolina as well here in Vance County! To learn more about how you can stay safe!
Fee: Free Admission
Contact: N/A
Phone/email: N/A
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Who: Union Chapel Church of Kittrell
What: Cruise In For Christ, Enjoy free hotdogs, popcorn, drinks and ice cream along with Christian fellowship. Classic cars will be on site.
When: Saturday, September 14th, 4-7pm
Where: Union Chapel Church of Kittrell, 6535 Raleigh Rd, Kittrell, NC 27544
Why: Proceeds will benefit Vance County Men’s Shelter.
Fee: Free event-but donations will be accepted
Contact: Edward K. Woodlief
Phone/email: (252) 767-4044 or chapelchoirboy@gmail.com
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Who: Parker’s Peace Pool
What: Fourth Annual Oyster Roast. Menu includes steamed oysters, fried catfish, steamed shrimp (shell on), baked beans, slaw, hush puppies, tea, water. Music will be provided. A raffle will be held at 6:30. Winner does not need to be present. Raffle winner will receive a $500 Gift Certificate to Cross Creek Outdoor Supplies.
When: Saturday, September 14th, Gates open at 4pm, Dinner served from 5-7pm.
Where: The Sydney in Epsom, 184 Henry Ayscue Rd, Henderson, NC 27537
Why: To Celebrate the Fourth Annual Oyster Roast
Fee: Tickets are $50.00 each for dinner. Tickets are $5 for the raffle.
Contact: Claire Catherwood
Phone/email: (252) 213-5563 or clkc8574@embarqmail.com or parkerpeacepool@gmail.com
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Who: Cook’s Chapel Church
What: Food Distribution
When: Tuesday, September 17 at 8:30 a.m. First come, first served.
Where: At the Church at 200 Center Street, Henderson
Fee: Free Event
Additionally: If you would like to make a donation, please make contact.
Contact: Dr. Omega Perry
Phone: 919-939-5549
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Who: Rebuild Communities NC in partnership with Senior Planet from AARP
What: Free Technology Class where you will learn about Smartphones at a Glance, Finding Information Online, Google Workspace, Google Maps, Gmail Tips & Tricks, and Staying Safe Online Workshop.
When: September 10th, 12th, 17th, 19th, 24th, 26th. All classes will be held from 11:00AM-12:30PM
Where: Perry Memorial Library – Farm Bureau Room 205, Breckenridge St., Henderson, NC 27536
Why: To learn new online skills.
Fee: Free
Contact: Edythe Thompson and Deborah Hall-Robinson
Phone/email: (252) 915-1840 or dhallrobinson@gmail.com
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Who: Henderson-Vance Recreation & Parks Department
What: Special Olympic Bocce Ball. For ages 8 and up. You must pre-register and complete a Special Olympic Athlete Medical Form.
When: Tuesday Nights – September 10 through November 12. 6pm-7pm
Where: Aycock Recreation Center, 307 Carey Chapel Rd, Henderson, NC 27537
Why: To provide the opportunity for children and adults with intellectual disabilities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in learning skills and competing in bocce.
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: Special Olympic Golf. For ages 18 and up. You must pre-register and complete a Special Olympic Athlete Medical Form.
When:
- Tuesdays – September 10, September 24, October 8, October 22, November 5 , November 19.
- Wednesdays – September 18, October 3, October 16, October 30, November 27.
- Times for ALL DATES are 5pm-6pm
Where: Kerr-Lake Country Club, 600 Hedrick Dr. Henderson, NC 27537
Why: To provide the opportunity for children and adults with intellectual disabilities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in learning skills and competing in golf.
Fee: No fee
Contact: Jayvis Harvey
Phone/email: (252) 431-6091 or Jayvisharvey@henderson.nc.gov
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Who: North Henderson Baptist Church
What: Homecoming
When: Sunday, September 22, 2024. The worship service will begin at 11am and will be followed by a covered dish lunch. We would like to invite former members and the community to come and join us.
Where: North Henderson Baptist Church 1211 N. Garnett St. Henderson, NC
Why: To celebrate homecoming
Fee: No fee
Contact: Eddie Nutt
Phone/email: (251) 438-8012 or godspuppetsquad@gmail.com
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Who: Henderson-Vance Recreation & Parks Department
What: Queen of Diamonds Dance Auditions
When: Sunday, September 22, 2024. Check-in starts at 1:00pm and tryouts begin at 1:30pm
Where: Aycock Recreation Center, 307 Carey Chapel Rd, Henderson, NC 27537
Why: To join the Queen of Diamonds Dance Team
Fee: No fee
Contact: Shantel Hargrove
Phone/email: (252) 438-3948 or shantelhargrove@henderson.nc.gov
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Who: Big Ruin Creek Baptist Church
What: A program featuring, C.B. Voices of Praise Choir, Mt Calvary Love fellowship choir, The Kings, Rev Ronald Henderson and the New Gospel Heralds, David Bullock Jr & The Spiritual Voices, New Creation, The Visionaries, The Anointed Voice, The Gospel Disciples, Shirley McCaden and company!
When: Sunday, September 22 at 3pm.
Where: Big Ruin Creek Baptist Church, 16 Big Ruin Creek Lane Henderson, NC
Why: To worship and give praise to Jesus Christ during this program
Fee: Free event
Contact: Ronald Henderson
Phone/email: (252) 767-8421 or dorothy_wim49@yahoo.com. For more information, call (252) 767-8423
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Who: Alzheimer’s Association of North Carolina and the Kerr-Tar Area Agency on Aging
What: Dementia Forum hosted by Frank Sossamon
When: September 23, 2024 6:00pm-7:30pm
Where: Clearview Church, 3485 US-158 BUS, Henderson, NC 27537
Why: To learn about the 10 early warning signs of dementia, as well as to provide support for those with the disease and for caregivers to those living with the disease.
Fee: Free
Contact: Clai Keel
Phone/email: (919) 733-5824
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Who: Henderson-Vance County Chamber of Commerce
What: AM BUZZ! Meet & Greet for Major Beth Mallard – New name for Business Before Hours. Same Great Networking. Join us for coffee and danish.
When: September 26, 2024, 7:30am-9:00am
Where: Salvation Army, 2292 Ross Mill Road, Henderson
Why: To Meet & Greet for Major Beth Mallard, Henderson Salvation Army
Fee: Free
Contact: Henderson-Vance County Chamber of Commerce
Phone/email: (252) 438-8414 or vannessa@hendersonvance.org
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Who: Rebuilding Hope
What: Fall Barbecue Chicken Dinner Fundraiser, menu will include green beans, potatoes, and dessert.
When: Friday, September 27th, 11 a.m.-7 p.m
Where: Rebuilding Hope, 414 Raleigh Rd, Henderson, NC 27536
Why: Fundraiser for Rebuilding Hope, Volunteers are needed both the day before and the day of the fundraiser.
Fee: $10 a plate
Contact: N/A
Phone/email: N/A
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Who: Henderson-Vance Recreation & Parks Department
What: Glow Kickball! For ages 18 & up. You must wear sneakers. Registration for the event ends September 26.
When: Friday, September 27, 2024, 7pm-9pm
Where: Aycock Recreation Center Gymnasium, 307 Carey Chapel Rd, Henderson, NC 27537
Why: To have fun!
Fee: $2 Fee
Contact: Shantel Hargrove
Phone/email: (252) 438-3948 or shantelhargrove@henderson.nc.gov
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Who: Alzheimer’s Association of North Carolina and the Kerr-Tar Area Agency on Aging
What: Dementia Forum hosted by Frank Sossamon
When: September 30, 2024 6:00pm-7:30pm
Where: Cornerstone Christian Community Church, 3237 Knotts Grove Rd., Oxford, NC 27565
Why: To learn about the 10 early warning signs of dementia, as well as to provide support for those with the disease and for caregivers to those living with the disease.
Fee: Free
Contact: Clai Keel
Phone/email: (919) 733-5824
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Who: Community Uplift Project
What: Building Fund Fundraiser
When: Donations can be made anytime
Where: Community Uplift Project, 105 S. Garnett St Henderson NC 27536
Why: Fundraiser to continue providing essential services to our community and raise awareness for important causes like autism
Fee: Any Donation is Welcome
Contact: Community Uplift Project
Phone/email: (252) 425-6056
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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: Henderson-Vance Recreation & Parks Department
What: Family Pumpkin Carving, for ages 5 & up. Registration closes on Thursday, September 26th, 2024.
When: Tuesday, October 1, 2024, 5:30pm-7:30pm
Where: Aycock Recreation Center, 307 Carey Chapel Rd, Henderson, NC 27537
Why: To have fun while customizing your own Jack O’ Lantern
Fee: $5 fee
Contact: Randall Elam
Phone/email: (252) 492-9400 or randallelam@henderson.nc.gov
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Who: Henderson-Vance Recreation & Parks Department
What: Banner of Hope, for ages 5 & up. Registration ends September 29th, 2024.
When: Wednesday, October 2, 2024, 6:00pm-7:30pm
Where: Aycock Recreation Center, 307 Carey Chapel Rd, Henderson, NC 27537
Why: To honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Fee: No fee
Contact: Randall Elam
Phone/email: (252) 492-9400 or randallelam@henderson.nc.gov
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Who: Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Henderson & Vance County Fire Departments
What: Fire Prevention Lunch and Learn. “Smoke Alarms: Make Them Work For You” presented by the Henderson & Vance County Fire Departments and Abria’s Chase Foundation
When: Thursday, October 3, 2024 @ 12 Noon
Where: 211 Dabney Drive, Henderson, NC 27536
Why: To stay up to date on their fire prevention.
Fee: Free event but Pre-Registration is required for a limited number of attendees. Register Early! Deadline to Register is Monday, September 30, 2024.
Contact: Tanya Wilson
Phone/email: (252) 438-8414 or tanya@hendersonvance.org
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Who: Henderson-Vance Recreation & Parks Department
What: Senior Field Trip – Marquee Cinemas and The Forks. For ages 55 and up. Registration is from September 23-October 11.
When: Wednesday, October 11, 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 go see a great movie at the Marquee Cinemas. They will also stop for some high quality lunch at The Forks
Fee: No Fee
Contact: Jayvis Harvey
Phone/email: (252) 431-6091 or Jayvisharvey@henderson.nc.gov
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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: (251) 438-8012 or godspuppetsquad@gmail.com
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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: 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: Breast Cancer Awareness 5K run. Registration ends Friday, October 4 2024.
When: Saturday, October 19, 2024. 8:00AM
Where: Aycock Recreation Center Walking Track, 307 Carey Chapel Rd, Henderson, NC 27537
Why: To run, walk and have fun, all for breast cancer awareness.
Fee: $25 registration fee, t-shirt included.
Contact: Kendrick Vann
Phone/email: (252) 431-6093 or KendrickVann@henderson.nc.gov
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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: 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: 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: 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: 2024 Leadership Vance Class
What: Collecting new or gently used Children’s Books
When: Until further notice
Where: Fire Station #1, 211 Dabney Dr.; City Hall, 134 Rose Ave.; Chamber of Commerce, 414 S. Garnett St.
Why: Books will be placed in library boxes at Fox Pond Park.
Fee: none
Contact: Tanya Wilson, Chamber of Commerce
Phone/email: 252-438-8414
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