The Extension Master Gardener volunteers of Pitt County are hosting a “Plant Swap” this Saturday, June 8th at the Arboretum 403 Government Circle in Greenville.  Bring up to 5 plants or gardening tools that you would like to swap with fellow gardeners.  Plants and tools must be in good condition, and no invasive species. Check-in […]

West Mount Ruritan Club is hosting West Mount Community Day this Saturday, June 8th from 11 to 2 at 8277 West Mount Drive in Rocky Mount.  Enjoy free hot dogs, free ice cream for the kids, a bounce house, corn hole board games, pet adoption and more.

N C Cooperative extension Johnston County Center is having a series of “Just Canning” Classes for cooks with some canning experience.  The second class is on Tuesday, June 11th from 5:30 to 8:30 pm at 2736 NC Highway 210 in Smithfield.  Cost is $12 per class or $30 for all 3 classes.  For more information […]

Advocacy to Alleviate Homelessness of AAH is a non-profit organization that provides resources and education to alleviate homelessness in Nash County. The AAH will be part of the 301 Endless Yard Sale on Saturday, June 15th from 7 to 5 pm.  All proceeds from the yard sale will benefit AAH programs.  To learn more visit […]

Rise Church in Rocky Mount is hosting their first Down East Pickleball Classic starting at 9 on Saturday, June 15th at Ennis Park 4605 N Old Carriage Road in Rocky Mount. This open pickleball tournament is for all skill levels. Proceeds from the event will benefit Convoy of Hope, Project Rescue and the local homeless […]

Celebrate Juneteenth at Rocky Mount Railroad Museum – Railroad Station 100 Coastline Street on Saturday, June 15th from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm.  There will be games, free Juneteenth bracelets, Juneteenth exhibits and much more. For more information visit RMRailroad.org. 

Wilson Botanical Garden’s June Garden talk will take place on Monday, June 17th at 4:00 pm at the Wilson Agricultural Center – 1806 South west Goldsboro Street in Wilson. All are welcome to this free talk about herbs. For more information visit Wilsonbotanicalgarden.org.

N C Cooperative extension Johnston County Center is having a series of “Just Canning” Classes for cooks with some canning experience.  The third class is on Tuesday, June 18th from 5:30 to 8:30 pm at 2736 NC Highway 210 in Smithfield.  Cost is $12 per class or $30 for all 3 classes.  For more information […]

Ripe Revival is holding their 2nd Annual Chef Rival Sip and Sizzle fundraiser on Tuesday, June 18th from 6:00 pm  to 8:00 pm at Factory 633 on 2721 South Halifax Road in Rocky Mount.  All proceeds from this event support Ripe for Revival’s Mobile Market Program.  For more information and to purchase tickets for the […]

The American Red Cross wants to remind everyone that donating blood and platelets is essential to keep the blood supply strong. The next blood drive in Wilson will be Saturday, June 22nd from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at West Nash United Methodist Church  on 2200 Nash Street North. To make an appointment and to […]

Do you love plants and have an interest in becoming an Extension Master Gardner in Halifax County? Then join the N C State Cooperative Extension for an Interest Meeting on Saturday, June 22nd from 11 to noon at the Cooperative Extension office 359 Ferrell Lane in Halifax. For more information visit the N C Cooperative […]

Whitakers Revitalize and Preserve or WRAP is a non-profit that works to preserve neglected buildings, homes and vacant property in Whitakers. On Saturday, June 22nd WRAP is hosting a Barbeque Chicken Plate Fundraiser, 50/50 raffle and bake sale from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at 103 West Pittman Street.  Proceeds from the event go toward […]