A steady increase in lifesaving blood products is vital in ensuring hospitals stay ready for any situation.  Everett Chapel Church 307 Everette Avenue in Clayton is hosting a blood drive on Thursday, September 26th from 1:30 pm  to 6:00 pm.  Visit redcrossblood.org for more information or to book an appointment.

Join the Down East Partnership for Children for a Family Fun Day Carnival on Saturday, September 28th from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at North Carolina Wesleyan University Campus. There will be giveaways, food trucks, games, inflatables and more. Visit their Facebook page for more information.  

Come out and explore the large yard sale at Our Lady of the Rosary Church – 2227 Hwy 39 North in Louisburg October 3rd, 4th, and 5th.  The yard sale will be open Thursday and Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm  and 8:00 am to noon on Saturday.  There will be something for everyone.  […]

The United Way Tar River Region’s 2024 Campaign Kickoff has been rescheduled for 8:30 am Friday, October 4th  at 2501 Sunset Avenue in Rocky Mount.  Come out and cheer the cyclist at the finish line and contribute to the United Way Health Programs for the youth by donating bottled water, protein bars or other healthy […]

Join Liberty Christian Church – 7818 NC 39 Highway South in Henderson for their Fall Bazaar on Saturday, October 5th from 8 to 1.  Come browse the various items for sale, participate in a silent auction, enter a 50/50 raffle, enjoy tasty baked goods, food and more.  All are welcome to this family friendly event.

St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church is hosting a Rummage Sale Fundraiser on Saturday, October 5th from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm at 202 North Goldsboro Street in Wilson.  There will be a variety of items for sale including furniture, antiques, home décor, baby items and so much more.  All proceeds will go to local charities.

Spring Hill Presbyterian Church -7335 Springfield School Rd. in Lucama - is holding their Annual Fall Auction on Saturday, Oct. 5th from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The concession stand will be serving applejacks, sausage biscuits, hotdogs, and more.  Proceeds will go toward rebuilding the sanctuary that was destroyed by a fire.

The N.C. Cooperative Extension Pitt County, located at 403 Government Circle in Greenville, is hosting two fun events on Monday, October 7th: “A is for Apples” from 9:00 am to noon for children ages 5 to 8 and “Apple Extravaganza” from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm for kids ages 9 to 12. Participants will cook […]

The American Red Cross urges donors to give blood or platelets to continue to strengthen the national blood supply.  Englewood Baptist Church 1350 South Winstead Avenue in Rocky Mount is hosting a blood drive on Monday, October 7th from 1:30 pm to 6:30 pm.  To learn more or to make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org.

Join the N C Cooperative Extension - Nash County 1006 Eastern Avenue in Nashville on Friday, October 11th from 11:00 am to noon for a fun and educational garden tour of the Terraced Garden at the Nash County Arboretum. Attendance is free but pre-registration is required.  To learn more about the event and how to […]

Join the N C Cooperative Extension – Pitt County at noon on Friday, October 11th for a fun and educational garden tour experience with their Northside Plant Walks at the Pitt County Arboretum – 403 Government Circle in Greenville.  This month’s tour is entitled “Better Late than Never: Fall Landscape Standouts”.  Attendance is free, but […]

Enjoy the music of the Oak Grove Boys and The Lefevre Quartet on Saturday, Oct 12th at Oak Grove Free Will Baptist Church, 5921 Bridgersville Road in Elm City.  Doors will open at 5:00 pm and the music will begin at 6:00 pm for the 54th Anniversary Sing.  This is a free concert, and a […]