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Who: JIMMY & THE SOUND BARRIERS AND FRIENDS
What: Annual Benefit Concert. Come sit back and enjoy a wonderful night of country and bluegrass gospel music performed Gaither style by Jimmy Barrier and the Sound Barriers along with many talented guests such as the Hodnett Family.
When: Sunday, August 3rd, 2025 starting at 6pm
Where: Clearview Church located at 3485 US-158 Business in Henderson.
Why: The night is dedicated to the “Anchor of Hope” Ministry. The ministry serves those who are facing some of life’s most difficult challenges. Members pray for and minister to individuals who are facing a medical crisis, the loss of a loved one, or other tough times and present them with a blanket as a way to remind them there is HOPE, God is with them, and there are people praying for them. If you would like to be involved or to donate to this ministry, send an email to info@clearviewbc.org.
Fee: The concert is free, but a love offering will be taken.
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Who: Big Ruin Creek Baptist Church
What: A gospel celebration with Terrance Foster and special guests The Safeway Travelers, Jordan Chapel Gospel Choir, Next Generation Praise Team, and the Warrenton Echoes.
When: Sunday August 3rd at 3:00pm
Where: Big Ruin Creek Baptist Church, 16 Big Ruin Creek Lane, Henderson, NC
Contact: Dorothy Wimbush
Phone/email: (252) 425-7366, dorothy_wim49@yahoo.com
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Who: Higher Is Waiting Nonprofit Organization, led by 17-year-old Executive Director Jayden Watkins
What: Shaping the Future: A Community Empowerment Extravaganza — a powerful, free community event featuring: 500+ backpack giveaways filled with school supplies, a live talent show, free health screenings, food trucks, local vendors, and community resources.
When: Saturday, August 9th, 2025 at 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Talent Show begins at Noon.
Where: 205 Breckenridge St, Henderson, NC (Outdoors in Downtown Henderson – Perry Memorial Library area)
Why: This event is designed to uplift, inspire, and equip families and youth in our Tier One community. It’s more than a giveaway—it’s a movement of hope, unity, and empowerment.
Contact: Jayden Watkins
Phone/email: (252) 425-0354 or iamjaydenwatkins@gmail.com
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Who: The Grand Chapter Order of the Eastern Star
What: Henderson resident Telessie McGhee is being honored by the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge & Free Accepted Mansons of North Carolina & Jurisdiction, Inc.
When: A celebration of service and testimonial is scheduled for Saturday, August 9th at 6:00 PM
Where: Hilton Durham near Duke University, 3800 Hillsborough Road, Durham, NC 27705
Fee: Tickets to the event are $60. Contact the hotel to make a reservation for the event. Mention code “PGWP McGhee Testimonial” to receive a special room mate.
Contact: Hilton Durham Near Duke University
Phone/email: 1+ (919) 383-8033
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Who: Baskerville Funeral Home
What: Community Information Series featuring Community Partners of Hope. The Presenter will be Darryl Jones, the Shelter Program Manager
When: Tuesday, August 12th, 2025 from 6pm-7pm
Where: Baskerville Funeral Home Chapel, 104 S. Chestnut St., Henderson, NC 27536
Fee: No fee
Contact: Baskerville Funeral Home for more information
Phone/email: (252) 430-6824
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Who: Henderson-Vance Crime Stoppers
What: Annual Golf Tournament
When: Thursday August 14th; Check-in and lunch catered by Chick-Fil-A from 11:30am-12:30pm; Shotgun start at 1:00pm
Where: Kerr Lake Country Club
Why: You can be a Hole or Team Sponsor to support Crime Stoppers, an all-volunteer organization that supports law enforcement in keeping our Henderson and Vance County community safe for everyone. This annual golf tournament is the primary fundraiser for Crime Stoppers. Contributions are also tax deductible.
Fee: $100 to sponsor a hole, $200 to sponsor a team of 4 golfers; Please make your check payable to Crimestoppers and mail to P.O. Box 1348, Henderson, NC 27536.
Contact: Danny Wright
Phone/email: (252)-432-1141 or email dannyw@vance.net
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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: The Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks Department
What: Beginner Yoga, instructed by Beryle Lewis. Classes are based on basic yoga techniques to inspire physical, mental, and spiritual peace from within through balance, stretching, and breathing.
When: On Thursday Nights, from 6:15pm-7pm
Where: Aycock Recreation Center, 307 Carey Chapel Rd., Henderson, NC
Fee: The cost is $1 for Members and $2 for Non-Members
Registration link: You can register by going to hvrpd.recdesk.com or stopping by the Aycock Rec Center
Contact: The Henderson-Vance Recreation and Parks Department for more information
Phone/email: (252) 492-9400
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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.)
