Vance-Granville Community College is inviting students, faculty, staff and members of the community to promote both healthier living and a healthier planet by participating in the second annual Earth Day 5K Fun Run/Walk. The event is part of the college’s celebration of Earth Day, to be held on Monday, April 22 on the college’s Main Campus in Vance County. The 5K (approximately 3.1 mile) run/walk is scheduled to begin at 10:30 a.m. and allows participants to enjoy VGCC’s picturesque campus. …
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Inaugural North Carolina Beer Month Set for April 2013
With the most breweries of any state south of Pennsylvania and east of Texas, North Carolina is truly the South’s beer stronghold. To celebrate the state’s craftsmanship and the destinations where it’s nurtured, breweries, hotels, restaurants and other businesses combine forces with the North Carolina Brewers Guild and North Carolina Division of Tourism for the inaugural North Carolina Beer Month, April 2013. Throughout April, beer lovers will find special tours, tastings, dinners, classes and other events as well as lodging …
Henderson – Vance County Chamber of Commerce Announces 2013 Events
April 24 (Wednesday) Administrative Professionals Day– Henderson Country Club- Noon- More details to follow. You can sign up now at 438-8414! April 26- (Friday) “Meet Me in the Street” The first of three events- The Konnection Band will play! 5:30 until 8:30 in Downtown Henderson on Embassy Square. Yes, this one is on a Friday! May 30- (Thursday)- “Meet Me in the Street” Steve Owens and The Summertime Band- 5:30 until 8:30 in Downtown Henderson. June 11- …
Community-Wide Meeting on February 26 For Citizen and Youth Safety Ideas
The public is invited to attend a community-wide meeting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, February 26, in the auditorium at E.M. Rollins Elementary School in Henderson to discuss community safety and protection of youth in Vance County. The meeting is being sponsored by the Vance County Board of Education. The meeting will be a one-hour session for open discussion about how to make our community a safer place for our citizens and our youth. Local school administrators and students will …
Approved Boating Safety Course “About Boating Safely” (ABS)
“About Boating Safely” (ABS) is an 8 hour course which is taught in two 4-hour classes of instruction. It is the law that anyone under age 26 must attend these classes for boating and jet skis. It is a beginner boating class with 8 topics of discussion. ABS is a NASBLA approved course that will meet the requirements of the new NC Boating Law G.S. 75A-16.2 APPROVED BOATING SAFETY COURSE “ABOUT BOATING SAFELY” (ABS) Offered by U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, …
National Touring Production of George Washington Carver and Friends to Perform Locally
Bright Star Touring Theatre, a national professional touring theatre company based in Asheville, NC, is visiting the area with their production of George Washington Carver and Friends. George Washington Carver and Friends gives students a fast-paced and accessible introduction to many influential black Americans who have shaped our nation over the last 150 years. The lives and accomplishments of Booker T. Washington, Jackie Robinson, Thurgood Marshall, Madame C.J. Walker, and other famous leaders are brought to life in this empowering …
Elisabeth Von Trapp Free Concert February 14th, 2013 at Church of the Holy Innocents
Please see attached a free concert brought to you on Valentine’s Day, Thursday, February 14th at 7:00 pm to see Elisabeth Von Trapp, world-renowned singer and the granddaughter of the famous Von Trapp family, who inspired “The Sound of Music”. The concert will take place at Holy Innocents Church on 210 South Chestnut Street. The free hour-long concert will take place in the sanctuary. Church of the Holy Innocents210 South Chestnut StreetHenderson, NC 27536 Thursday, February 14th 2013 starting at …
10 NC Checkpoints for African American History and Heritage
RALEIGH, N.C. — While the spotlight is trained on Black History Month, plan a visit to one of these intriguing North Carolina sites that reflect African American history and heritage. Harriet Jacobs Trail Edenton Harriet Jacobs, born in Edenton, escaped slavery and wrote one of the first narratives about the struggle for freedom by female slaves in the plantation South. To commemorate the bicentennial of her birth, her memoir, “Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl,” will be used …
YMCA Father / Daughter Dance Friday, February 1st, 2013
Join the Henderson Family YMCA for their 6th Annual Father/Daughter Dance on Friday, February 1st from 6:00 – 9:00 P.M. at the YMCA. All Fathers, Grandfathers and Father-figures are welcome. Tickets are $15/couple and $6/each additional girl. Dinner will be served at 6:00 PM with the dance to immediately follow. Tickets are available at the YMCA, Member Services Desk. For more information call (252)438-2144.
Author of historical novel featured speaker for upcoming Vance County Genealogy Society Meeting
David C. Reavis, author of the historical novel, “Upon These Steps,” will be the featured speaker at the Vance County Genealogy Society Meeting on Monday, January 14, 2013. Meeting location is Perry Memorial Library in Henderson, NC at 6:30 p.m. The novel is based on the Reavis Family and two Confederate soldiers during the Civil War. http://www.UponTheseSteps.com
Oxford Preparatory High School Upcoming Community Meetings
Mission: Oxford Preparatory High School’s purpose is to graduate future leaders who have completed a rigorous curriculum, performed community service, and developed an appreciation of the arts in preparation for the challenges of the college of their choice. With support from our diverse community, we will cultivate intellectual curiosity in well-rounded students by engaging in critical thinking and experiential learning. Community Meeting Schedule Oxford -- Thursday 1/17 at 7:00pm -- Richard Thornton Library (Large Meeting Room) Creedmoor -- Tuesday 1/22 …
VGCC to host Dr. Martin Luther King Holiday Celebration on Jan. 16
Vance-Granville Community College will hold a special program celebrating the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013 at 11 a.m. in the Civic Center on VGCC’s Main Campus in Vance County. For the fourth year in a row, the program will feature several VGCC students delivering original essays. This year’s essay topic is inspired by a speech Dr. King delivered in Washington, D.C. in 1958, in which he urged his audience, “Make a career of humanity …
City of Henderson Christmas Parade, December 2nd, 2012 – Still Seeking Entires and Volunteers
The City of Henderson will hold it’s annual Christmas Parade Sunday, December 2nd, 2012 beginning at 2:30pm on Garnett Street in Downtown Henderson. Lineup begins at 1:30pm on the Dabney Drive Extension. Still accepting parade entries, please contact Pam Hester at 252-430-5734 as soon as possible to inquire about floats and other entries. There will also be a judging of floats and of marching bands. Also, still seeking volunteers to help with the lineup, with judging and etc, contact Pam …
City of Henderson Lighting of Christmas Tree November 27th, 2012
The City of Henderson will hold its annual Christmas Tree lighting ceremony Tuesday, November 27th, 2012 starting at 6pm in the Veteran’s Triangle. Several local church groups will provide singing as well.
1st Annual Gobble Wobble at Greenways Authentic Charcoal Grill Tonight
The first annual Gobble Wobble is next Wednesday Thanksgiving Eve! Doors open at 8:00pm. $10 CASH cover charge with 10% of the cover going to Girls On The Run. Appetizers will be provided and DJ Alan Norwood is entertaining. Must be 18 to enter! Please have acceptable ID on hand!!
Christmas With The Embers December 7th, 2012
Christmas With The Embers, A family sit-down concert to be enjoyed by all ages comes to town on Friday, December 7, 2012 at 7:00pm at the VGCC Civic Center Ticket pricing:Adults $10.00Children $5.00 Tickets are available at the chamber of commerce at 414 South Garnett Street, Henderson, NC. Call 252-438-8414 for more information! Presented by Centurylink
Lunch and Learn: Depression, November 13th
Lunch and Learn Depression: What is Depression? And What Helps? Speaker: April Parker, MSW, PLCSWIntensive-In-Home Team Lead @ Triumph, LLC Master of Social Work, University of North Carolina @ Chapel Hill, B.A. Psychology, University of North Carolina @ Chapel Hill Date: November 13, 2012Time: 11:30-1:00 (after the Franklin County Community Advisory Council)Location: 103 Bickett Blvd.NC Cooperative Extension AgencyLouisburg NC 27549 Bring your own lunch or enjoy Pizza and drinks for $2:00 a person. To RSVP contact: Gina DeMentCommunity Relations Specialist …
United Way Fundraiser Challenges Physicians Vs. Staff
A Basketball Game fundraiser benefiting United Way will be held November 1, 2012 at 7:00pm At Kerr Vance Academy. The two teams are Maria Parham Medical Center Staff versus Maria Parham Medical Center Physicians. Ticket and concession sales hope to generate $25,000 for the fundraiser. Admission fee is as follow: Early ticket sale – 4.00 adult or $2.00 children. At the door— $5.00 adult or $3.00 children. For tickets call the hospital at 252-436-1167 and look for Jane at extension …
Vance-Granville Community Band presents concert at Louisburg High
The Vance-Granville Community Band will kick off its 2012-2013 season with a concert on Thursday, Nov. 1 at 7 p.m. in the Louisburg High School Auditorium (201 Allen Lane, Louisburg). This marks the third consecutive year that the band, which is a joint effort between VGCC students and interested citizens, will present its fall concert in Franklin County. Admission is free. Serving as guest director for the community band will be Jason Pulley of Henderson. Pulley, who is also the …
City of Henderson Area Halloween Trick or Treat night observed Wednesday, October 31, 2012 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Halloween (Trick or Treat) night for children in the City of Henderson will be observed on Wednesday, October 31,, 2012 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Downtown Henderson will hold its annual Trick or Treat event on Garnett St on Wednesday, October 31, 2012 between the hours of 4:00 pm and 5:30 pm. This event is for children 12 and under (leaflets will go out to all elementary schools). Participating stores will have an orange sign in the window. Please …