-Information courtesy Cindy Robinson, Volunteer, Vance County Relay for Life
Due to lack of community support, the Reverse Raffle scheduled for June 2, 2018, at Kerr Lake Country Club has been canceled.
Please refer any questions to Christy Bennett at CBHarvestMoon@gmail.com.
-Information courtesy Frank Wiggins, Headmaster, Kerr-Vance Academy
Kerr-Vance Academy held it’s 2018 Commencement on Saturday, May 26 at 10 a.m. in Crawford Gymtorium. Thirty-two seniors received their high school diplomas during the ceremony. Headmaster Frank Wiggins welcomed everyone and senior Becca Johnson gave the invocation.
The Salutory Address was given by Genie Parish and Valedictorian Richard Allen also spoke to the audience and his classmates. Allen told his classmates, “I can testify to each of you beyond a shadow of a doubt, that we have received a better, more personalized education here than we could have anywhere else. KVA has given each of us the tools to shape for ourselves a successful, unique experience during our time here. All we had to do was reach out and take them.” Allen also reminded his fellow graduates that “the gift of our educations gives us each the responsibility to do our part to tackle the multiplying problems of our world.”
Kerr-Vance Academy graduates toss their caps following the commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 26, 2018. (Photo courtesy KVA)
Each high school graduate was then introduced to the audience while their families stood. Senior Advisor Pat Hillery gave a personal narrative about each graduate and Headmaster Wiggins and Board President Anne Marie White presented the diplomas.
Ms. Hillery gave a heartfelt tribute to two colleagues, Dr. John Steinbaugh and Mr. Mike Dawson both teachers at Kerr-Vance who passed away earlier this year. She reminded the graduates that both men had high expectations for them and had been meaningful to each of them during their time at KVA. Ms. Hillery also recognized the dedicated Kerr-Vance faculty and staff for the outstanding job they do teaching and supporting students.
Mr. Wiggins then took to the podium with closing remarks for the graduates. He shared that he believed that the students would look back with fond memories of their time at KVA but that their “best was yet to come.” He reminded students that “the easy way is not always the best way. Practically everything worthwhile requires effort, hard work, and sometimes pain.”
Mr. Wiggins conferred the diplomas on behalf of the Kerr-Vance Academy Board and students moved their tassels. Graduates recessed to “Pomp and Circumstance.”
Follow the yellow brick road to a cure!
The theme for the Relay for Life of Vance County 2018 is the yellow brick road from “The Wizard of Oz.” Personalized yellow bricks in memory of or in honor of a loved one who has fought cancer may be purchased for $25 now through Tuesday, June 5.
This year’s Relay for Life event will be held in downtown Henderson on Saturday, June 23, 2018, from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. June’s event will feature the bricks laid out to form a “yellow brick road” as a visual reminder of all those who have battled cancer.
Bricks are available for pre-purchase only and will no longer be available after June 5.
To place your order or request an order form, please email Christy Bennett at CBHarvestMoon@gmail.com or Liz Catlett at kscetc@embarqmail.com.
Please make check or money order payable to the American Cancer Society.
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-Information courtesy Edward Woodlief, Union Chapel United Methodist Church
The Methodist Women of Union Chapel United Methodist Church will hold a yard sale at Tony’s Auto located at 415 Raleigh Road in Henderson on Saturday, June 2 from 7 a.m. to noon.
Furniture, household goods – including a dorm refrigerator, clothing and lots of miscellaneous items will be for sale.
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-Information courtesy First Baptist Church, Henderson
Organist Travis Whaley will hold a recital this evening, Tuesday, May 29 at 7:30 p.m. at The First Baptist Church in Henderson.
Organist Travis Whaley (Photo courtesy Jacqueline Reid)
Whaley holds a Master’s degree in Musicology from the Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University and will graduate with a Master’s in Organ Performance this August. He holds Bachelor’s degrees from Virginia Tech in Piano Performance, Composition, and German Language and Literature., he holds two Honors Baccalaureate diplomas from Virginia Tech, for which he wrote two undergraduate theses and English: “Beethovensder, op. 53.,” served as organist at Blacksburg United Methodist Church in Virginia from 2012-2016, where he directed the youth choir and wrote two Christmas Oratorios for full orchestra, choir and soloists.
Whaley will begin doctoral study in Musicology at the Jacobs School of Music this fall with minors in Organ Performance and Music Theory. His research interests include the compositional process and Bach organ works.
Whaley will present his degree recital as a “dry run” prior to presenting it to complete his degree requirements. Come and invite friends to enjoy an evening of great music!
— courtesy Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce | John Barnes, President ~ 252-438-8414 ~ info@hendersonvance.org ~ Facebook
This year’s second “Meet Me in the Street” event, a free concert series hosted by the Henderson-Vance County Chamber of Commerce, is set for Thursday, June 14, 2018, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. in downtown Henderson.
Presenting sponsor for this year’s events is NC Towing & Recovery.
June’s “Meet Me in the Street” will feature “The Castaways.” A reputable band known throughout the South, “The Castaways” posses over fifty years of experience in the beach music industry. From their beginning in Durham, NC in 1961, “The Castaways” have been pleasing audiences with their unique flavor of Beach, Soul, and Rock N’ Roll for generations of fans. With eight members on stage, “The Castaways” bring a full sound that includes live horns, versatile vocals covering a variety of music and high energy. Don’t be surprised if you hear some current country, Top-40, or a little southern-rock as well!
In addition to the live music and dancing, a kids’ section will also be included this year.
Sponsors for this year’s concert series are Duke Energy and Maria Parham Health – Gold Sponsors; BB&T, Mars Petcare, Wake Electric Membership Corporation and Walmart DC #6091 – Silver Sponsors; and 3hc, Benchmark Community Bank, Carolina Sunrock, Express Employment Professionals, Henderson-Vance Downtown Development Commission and Waste Industries – Bronze Sponsors. Contributing Sponsors are CenturyLink, Coastal Federal Credit Union, Henderson-Vance Economic Development Commission, Hoyle’s Tire & Axle, NC Motorsports Park and Woodforest Bank.
Promotional Sponsors are Brewer Cycles, Fidelity Bank, Satterwhite Point Marina, Servpro and Union Bank.
The third and final concert of the season is set for Thursday, September 27, 2018, and will feature the band “Liquid Pleasure.”
All concerts are free to the public and will be held at the corner of North Garnett and Breckenridge Streets from 5:30 until 8:30 p.m. Additional sponsorship opportunities are available by contacting the Chamber at 252-438-8414 or jay@hendersonvance.org
-Information courtesy Jerry Parrish, Baptist Men, West End Baptist Church
The Baptist Men of West End Baptist Church will hold the church’s annual yard sale on Friday, June 1 and Saturday, June 2 to raise funds to support local ministries including Lifeline Ministries, ACTS and Rebuilding Hope.
Place: West End Baptist Church
Location: 619 Dabney Drive, Henderson, North Carolina
Date: Friday, June 1 and Saturday, June 2
Time: Friday, June 1 from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. and Saturday, June 2 from 7 a.m. until Noon
Sale is inside; it will be held rain or shine….
Some items for sale:
• Riding Lawn Mower and a Self Propelled Push Mower
• New Greeting Cards, DVDs, Collectible items,
• Tools and Yard Tools
• Clothing
• Glassware
• Ladies clothing, pocketbooks and other miscellaneous items…
• Houseware items
• Lots of stuff…too numerous to list all…
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-Weekly parenting tips provided courtesy of Jean Bell, Parenting Education Coordinator, Vance County Cooperative Extension
Parenting tip week of 5/28/18
Choices can help kids cooperate
Kids often resist when parents ask them to do a chore. You can get kids to cooperate and at the same time allow them to develop decision-making skills by giving kids a choice with a request. Make sure the choices you offer your child are acceptable to you. If you ask your child if she wants to clean her room, you may get an answer of “no.”
Asking your child if he wants to make his bed or pick up toys first gives him a choice. By allowing your child to make the choice of what to do first you will get what you want -a clean room, and your child will feel she is in control of her actions.
-Information courtesy Sandra Wilkerson, Director of Admin and Events, Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce
If you are interested in hosting a Business After Hours, please contact the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce. Business After Hours is a great opportunity to showcase your business.
What is a Business-After-Hours?
Business-After-Hours (BAH) is a social/networking function arranged by the Henderson Vance Chamber of Commerce, by and for HVCC member companies.
Purpose
It provides an outstanding evening of fun, food and fellowship between Chamber members and their guests. With a chance to network, make new friends, and meet potential customers, hosting a BAH is a unique opportunity to showcase your business. This is a perfect opportunity to introduce your particular products and/or services to fellow chamber members.
One of the obvious benefits of hosting a BAH is name exposure. Your event will be listed in a variety of places including Focus newsletter, HVCC website, Facebook page, reminders and in our weekly email (through fax, learn more at gmailfaxhelp.com) to our Chamber membership. After the event is over we will include a sponsor photo in the Chamber’s Focus newsletter and all of the photos from the evening will be posted in an album on our Facebook page. You may submit a short article to be included with the photos.
Another notable benefit of being a sponsor is that we will give to you all of the attendee business cards that we collect at the event! Attendance is free to members and prospective members who are in the Chamber database.
Call the Chamber Office to schedule a date
This will ensure an “official” date on the HVCC calendar. Office staff maintains the Chamber calendar, and will help you decide a date that is non-conflicting, and would be optimum for both your business and Chamber members. The BAH is usually held on Monday through Thursdays, 5:15-7 p.m.
Decide the type of After Hours that you would like to sponsor
It can be a simple affair or elaborate depending on your preferences. Some considerations include: An open house with sandwiches and/or appetizers and beverages? Do you want to have the food catered (easier for you, but more expensive)? There are Chamber businesses in the food industry that would be glad to assist you.
RSVP List
The Chamber takes the RSVP’s and can give you an approximate head count two days prior to the event.
Make your After Hours “inviting”!
Themed events are festive and attractive to Chamber members. The possibilities are endless! Most of all – have fun and if you need any assistance, call the Chamber office.
Entertainment
Entertainment is welcome but not necessary.
Door Prizes
Door prizes are also attractions to the BAH. Most local businesses will provide you with door prizes for the BAH recognition at the event if you ask them ahead of time. Or, you can provide goods and/ or services from your business.
Set Up
You will need to have your space ready by 5 p.m the day of the BAH. Please provide a table and two chairs for registration and name tags at the entrance of your business. Chamber staff and/or ambassadors will register guests here and pass out name tags.
Program
Just after the event has started, Chamber President, John Barnes, will welcome the BAH attendees, thank you as the host and your company. He will also make any Chamber related announcements and then turn the floor over to your spokesperson for a sponsor address. Once announcements are finished, door prizes will be given out.
Weather Contingencies
If you are holding an outside BAH, you should have a rain plan in place and notify the Chamber of your rain plan so we can properly inform the membership.
Questions
We are here to help and want to see you succeed in business and become a viable asset to the Henderson-Vance County business community! If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at the Chamber office at 252-438-8414; Sandra Wilkerson, Director of Administration and Events sandra@hendersonvance.org; Jay Andrews, Director of Membership jay@hendersonvance.org; John Barnes, President john@hendersonvance.org
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Vance County Regional Farmer’s Market – 210 Southpark Drive in Henderson
Currently open on Saturdays from 7:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Starting June 6th, open Wednesdays and Saturdays
Anticipated Vendors:
Adcock Farm – canned goods/ceramics
Apple Hill Farm – vegetable plants & roses
Backroad Farm & Vineyard – wine, lettuce & kale
Creative Gifts for Missions – embroidery & ceramics
Dixon & Sons Farm – strawberries & pork
Donation Station – Farmer Foodshare
Faulkner Family Farms – Meat & pork
Five Crows over Lick Skillet – Jewelry
Glover Gifts – Crafts Galore
Harvey Hills Farms – plants, herbs & flowers
JASM Farms – strawberries, onions, turnips, broccoli
Jerri’s Things – Crocheted shawls, hats, scarves
Kelly Lynn Photography – photos, prints, tattoo art
Master Gardeners – gardening advice
Orelly’s Curry Q Sauces – Carribean meat sauces, honey & molasses
Pretty Tough Stuff – Bracelets & jewelry
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