An exciting event is being planned for November 8th, from 3:00pm to 7:00pm, at the Vance County Library in downtown Henderson. Cardinal Innovations—Five County Community Operations Center is sponsoring a provider expo for consumers, families, and stakeholders. All providers with physical locations in the Five County catchment area will be invited to have a table at the exhibit and showcase their services. This event represents a wonderful opportunity for the community to meet and to get better acquainted with you—our providers. …
Category: Things To Do
Frankenfest, Halloween Celebration in Downtown Franklinton Saturday October 27th, 2012
Frankenfest on Main is a community event first held in uptown Franklinton in October, 2007. The purpose behind the event was two-fold. The Franklinton Uptown Revitalization Committee (URC), in an effort to bring the town’s citizens back to the historic downtown area, wanted to create an event that would hold something for everyone, of all ages and interests. To that end, members of the URC Promotions Committee solicited crafters, professional vendors, food salespeople, churches and charitable organizations to rent a …
Senator Kay R. Hagan To Attend Veterans Day at Warrenton Armory November 12th
U.S. Senator Kay R. Hagan Announces Veterans Day- Conversations with Kay In Warrenton, North Carolina Monday, November 12, 2012 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Warren County Armory Civic CenterRoom B501 US Highway 158 Business EastWarrenton, NC 27589
Vance County High Schools’ Alumni Reunion Friday October 26th, Be Sure to Arrive Early
The Vance County High Schools’ Alumni Reunion honoring former coaches and athletes will be held Friday, October 26, at Northern Vance High School in connection with the Northern Vance-Southern Vance football game to be played in Viking Stadium. The game begins at 7:30 p.m. Friday. Additional events are planned before and after the football game to celebrate the contributions of coaches and athletes in sports involving Vance County Schools’ teams. Among those to be honored during the festivities are former …
Turkey Shoot Epsom Volunteer Fire Department October 27th
The Epsom V0lunteer Fire Department is hosting a turkey shoot for one night only on Saturday, October 27th 2012. All proceeds benefit Vance County Relay for Life and the United Way of Vance County with a $25,000 goal. Time is 7:30pm until 11:00pm Join for Food, Fun and Prizes, including a 50/50 raffle!
2nd Annual Domestic Violence Awareness Walk & Candlelight Vigil October 24th
Join us as we close out October’s Domestic Violence Awareness Activities. 2nd Annual Domestic Violence Awareness Walk & Candlelight Vigil, Wednesday October 24th at 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm at the Vance County Courthouse steps. Sponsored by: DSS, HPD, Infinite Possibilities, Inc., ACTS & Hearts Haven!
Trick or Treat in Downtown Henderson 2012
Trick-or-Treat in Downtown Henderson is to be held on Wednesday, October 31st, 2012 from 4 to 5:30. It is for children 12 and under (leaflets will go out to all elementary schools). Participating stores will have an orange sign in the window.
11th Annual Corbitt Truck Show & Reunion, Saturday October 20th, 2012
Come visit downtown Henderson, NC from 8am to 4pm for the 11th Annual Corbitt Truck Show & Reunion. The trucks will be at the corner of W Montgomery Street and S William Street. For more information, and also ordering information for the “Star of the South” book with the history of the Corbitt Truck company please visit their website at www.corbitttrucks.com
Aycock Recreation Complex Fall Festival Tonight
Join the Aycock Recreation Complex tonight, October 18th, 2012 from 5:30pm to 8:30pm for their annual Fall Festival! Costume Contest at 6pm and 7pmHaunted HouseBounce HouseFace PaintingSlideHayrideTrain RideGames for All Ages! Free Admission! Activity tickets for 25 cents each For more information please call 252-438-3408
First in Families Lunch and Learn October 23rd
Learn the answers to the following Questions…… Where do I find services and supports such as respite, child care, therapies for individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities? Where do I go for emergency funds to assist in the purchase of assistive devices, home adaptations or other items the individual/family deems necessary to live in the community? Who can assist with information and links to community resources and supports for individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities? Where do I go to …
Eaton-Johnson Yard Sale Fundraiser Saturday October 20th
Eaton-Johnson Middle School students and staff members will host a yard sale this Saturday, October 20, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Superior Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep on U.S. 158 Bypass in Henderson. The yard sale is a fundraiser for the Alice Walker team at the school with all proceeds supporting services for the students. The public is urged to attend to support Eaton-Johnson and its students.
Creedmoor Shred-A-Thon November 3rd
Local sponsors are donating their time and resources to sponsor free shred-a-thons in your area. Shred-a-thons are a perfect way to destroy old tax records, checks, employment records or credit applications. You do NOT need to remove staples and paper clips from the documents. Please pass along this information to co-workers, neighbors and friends. This service is provided for individuals to dispose of personal documents to help prevent identity theft. Thank you. CREEDMOOR (Granville County)Saturday, November 39AM – 1PMCreedmoor Elementary …
Granville-Vance Faith Initiative For Community Action, October 23rd
Granville-Vance Faith Initiative For Community Action Cordially Invites You To A Network Meeting on Tuesday, October 23, 2012 at 5:30 PM at Maria Parham Medical Center. To Obtain More Information about A Unified Effort among Congregations in Partnership with Local Providers and Organizations in Granville and Vance Counties to Address Obesity and Related Health Concerns for Responsible Living Location: Maria Parham Medical CenterJohn T. Church Building – Classrooms566 Ruin Creek Road, Henderson, NC 27536 For More Information Please Contact Your …
37th Annual Autumn Arts show at VGCC Seeks Entries
Editor note, This calendar event date is for the deadline to submit your entry. There should be another calendar entry for the actual viewings. Autumn Arts 2012, the 37th annual juried art show sponsored by Vance-Granville Community College and the Kerr Lake Art Society, will be held Nov. 12 through Nov. 20. Autumn Arts will be open for public viewing from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday-Thursday, and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Fridays, on the second floor of …
Maria Parham Medical Center Yard Sale Saturday, October 20th
Maria Parham Medical Center is having a Yard Sale at the hospital on Saturday, October 20 beginning at 7 a.m. until Noon. Rain date will be October 27, 2012 same times.
Open Circle Blessing Of Animals & Homecoming Of Their Allies And Advocates
This Saturday, October 13, 2012 from 9:00 a.m – 1:00 p.m. Bring your beloveds secured with collars and leads or within carriers. Blessing at 11:00 a.m. Rabies Clinic offered by Vance County Animal Control; Companion Animal Food and SNAP Donation Opportunity; Rite of Remembrance honoring animals that died/suffered/abused/killed. Award Presentation. Information on Low Cost Spay/Neuter and Trap-Neuter-Return. Tractor Supply1733 Dabney DriveHenderson, NC 27536 Free-roaming community cats continue to die via gassing in Vance County. This Event recognizes National Feral Cat …
VGCC and Chambers invite area residents to Business Summit
The Vance-Granville Community College Small Business Center’s inaugural Business Summit, entitled “Plugged-In, Productive & Profitable – The New Face of Business,” will be held in the Civic Center on VGCC’s Main Campus on Wednesday, Nov. 7 from 5:30 until 8:30 p.m. Business representatives and interested members of the community are invited to this event, which has been organized in partnership with the Granville County Chamber of Commerce, the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce, the Chamber of Commerce of Warren County and …
VGCC and Kerr Lake Art Society 37th Annual Art Show November 12 ( judging day) – 20th
Autumn Arts 2012 Art Show- Open to all artists, amateurs and professionals working in any two-dimensional media, sponsored by Vance-Granville Community College and the Kerr Lake Art Society, will be held Nov. 12 through Nov. 20. Autumn Arts will be open for public viewing from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday-Thursday, and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Fridays, on the second floor of Building 7 on VGCC’s Main Campus in Vance County, N.C. Work must be original, produced in …
Fit To Love, A Play Against Domestic Violence October 13th
Fit To Love, A Play Against Domestic Violence, will be held Saturday, October 13, 2012 from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Registration begins at 9:30am. The even takes place in the auditorium at the Boys and Girls club on 212 N. Clark Street, Henderson, NC 27536. Fit to Love is a free event to all! Come out and take a stand against domestic violence and teen dating violence! The play will be followed by poetry reading, video, panel discussion, free hamburgers, fellowship …