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The American Red is giving everyone who gives blood in February a $10 Amazon.com Gift Card and you will also be entered to win a trip for two to Clearwater Beach, Florida. Lake Gaston Lions Club in Henrico is holding a blood drive on Wednesday, February 15th. If you cannot make that drive, look up […]
The Joel Fund, an organization that reconnects veterans to life at home, is holding an Operation ART Hybrid Open House on Wednesday, February 15th from 5 to 7 pm at their facility (822 S. White Street Suite 106) in Wake Forest. Operation ART offers low-cost art classes for military veterans and families in-person and virtually. […]
Join the Great Backyard Bird Count on February 17th through the 20th to watch, learn about, count, and celebrate birds. Over these four days you are invited to spend time in your favorite place watching and counting as many birds as you can find and reporting that information. For more information, access bird count dot […]
The Joel Fund is hosting a progressive raffle named Queen of Hearts. The total prize pool will continue to accumulate weekly until the Queen of Hearts is drawn. Tickets can be purchased, 1 for $5 or 5 for $20. The first drawing will be on Friday, February 24th. Details can be found on The Joel […]
The Nash County Arboretum (1006 Eastern Avenue) in Nashville is having a free program to learn about bird identification and how to use birding apps plus other activities. It will be fun for all ages. Winter backyard birds is on Saturday, February 18th from 10 to 11.
Join the Wilson Botanical Gardens on Monday, February 20th at 3:00 for our February Garden Talk on blackberry pruning. Lisa Raburn from NC State Extension will demonstrate best practices for pruning blackberries. The session will take place both indoors and outdoors in the garden, so bring gardening gloves and clippers.
The Knights of Columbus and St. Therese Church are holding their annual spaghetti supper on Tuesday, February 21st from 4 to 6:30 pm at the St. Therese gymnasium in Wilson. Tickets for $10 are being sold after masses, the church office, or a Knight. Dine in only. Children under 5 eat free.
Kiwanis Club of Wilson All American is partnering with The SPOT and the United Way of Wilson to sponsor a cornhole tournament. The tournament will be held on February 25th at The SPOT in Wilson. Contact Matt Edwards at 2 5 2 - 9 9 1 - 4 0 1 8 to get sign-up and […]
Join the Triangle Land Conservancy for a Speed Hike on Saturday, February 25th from 9 to 11 am. This hike will be led by a Trail Guide and will have a goal pace of 20 minutes per mile for about 3 miles. Meet at the Johnston Mill Main Entrance (2713 Mt. Sinai Road) in Chapel […]
The American Red Cross is giving everyone who gives blood in February a $10 Amazon.com Gift Card and you will also be entered to win a trip for two to Clearwater Beach, Florida. The First Presbyterian Church (153 N. Church Street) in Rocky Mount is holding a blood drive on Tuesday, February 28th. If you […]
Join the Triangle Land Conservancy for the Bluestem Conservation Cemetery Tour on March 4th from 9 until 11:00. The hike is on Bluestem’s 2 miles of trails, through fields, forests, streams, and by a pond. Bluestem is also a conservation cemetery. Kids are welcome. This is a free event, but preregistration is required at triangleland.org.
The Rocky Mount Railroad Museum will start "Chimney Chats" on March 4th from 1 to 2 in the lower train station lobby (100 Coastline Street). The program is modeled on the "Fireside Chats" of President Franklin Roosevelt except the public will be encouraged to share their train experiences, facts, or just listen and enjoy the […]
Do you love plants? Then you are perfect for the NC State Extension Master Gardener℠ program. Under the guidance and direction of Extension agents, individuals complete a 40-hour training program, pass an examination, and complete at least a 40-hour internship. The wealth of information you learn is immense and the skill set is rewarding. Visit Become a Volunteer on the NC State Extension website or contact your local N.C. Cooperative Extension Center to learn how you can join the Extension Master Gardener program.
The Knights of Columbus have continued to cook dinners for Veterans Residential Services every other week since the Spring of 2020. To keep this ministry going, the Knights of Columbus are looking for donations to help offset the cost of the food. If you would like to contribute, please send a check made out to K of C 4460 to St. Therese, 700 Nash St NE, Wilson, NC 27893. If you would like to help prepare and pack meals, please contact Tony at 252-299-0008.
At Habitat for Humanity, it is believed that everyone deserves a safe, decent, and affordable home. The goal is to work together to build homes and help families succeed in their homeownership journey. Volunteers are the lifeblood of Habitat for Humanity. There is work that continues beyond the construction site. Habitat volunteers are active at the office, they assist the ReStore staff, they serve on committees, and they are engaged in various community revitalization projects. Interested? Contact a local Habitat for Humanity affiliation.
The United Way of Wilson works across Wilson County to develop and implement strategies that make a difference in the local community. The United Way supports programs, services and initiatives that deliver results in the areas of education, income, and health. An example of the impact…. 72,174 meals have been delivered to senior and disabled citizens in Wilson County. The United Way of Wilson could not do its work without the efforts of our agencies, volunteers, and donors. Check out their website to see how you can make an impact.
My Sister’s House of North Carolina provides crisis response 24 hours a day, safety planning, emergency shelter and support groups to name a few of the services this organization offers. Financial donations contribute to helping many in desperate need. Access mshnc.org for more details.
Veterans Residential Services of Wilson strives to provide quality support and services to low-income, homeless, and at-risk veterans and their families. You can help them in their mission by making either a financial or in-kind donation. VRSW is always in need of employment and job training. For more info email Claudia at cjbaker@vrsw.org.
Tar River Piecemakers Quilting Guild of Rocky Mount was founded in 2000 to bring together people who share in the love of quilts and quilting. The guild meets on the second Saturday of each month at 9:00 am at the Arts Center at the Imperial Centre. Visitors are always welcomed.
The Wilson Botanical Gardens and the Wilson Master Gardeners are asking for VOLUNTEERS to help with pruning, clean up, and planting in the Gardens. Volunteer gardeners can enjoy free water, snacks, plants, and the knowledge that their hard work is helping the Gardens. Check their Facebook page under Events for dates and times.
A Second Season is a resale boutique from which all its proceeds go to My Sister’s House which supports victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. At the store not only are customers served, but so are victims in their time of need. Check out A Second Season’s Facebook page for weekly sales and pictures of clothing.
Are you looking for a volunteering opportunity? The American Red Cross needs volunteers. The most needed positions are Blood Donor Ambassador, Blood Transportation Specialist, Disaster Action Team, Shelter Services and Disaster Health Services Team. 90% of the Red Cross workforce are volunteers. Access their website to start your volunteer journey.
You can always make a difference with the American Red Cross. Not only are blood donations critically important, but your financial gift is needed to help people affected by disasters big and small. Access red cross dot org to learn how you can assist or how you can receive help from the American Red Cross throughout North Carolina.
The mission of the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Tar River Region is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens. Programs such as Youth of the Year help members with ideals such as good character & citizenship, academic success, and healthy lifestyles. Programs such as I Give 365 give everyone the opportunity to support the Clubs’ effort. With a 100 percent graduation rate and 72 percent increased school attendance, the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Tar River Region show that your investment is more than worthwhile.
Meals on Wheels of Rocky Mount is committed to serving homebound senior citizens with a hot nutritious meal and providing a caring friendly visit with each meal. Anyone can help this organization by delivering meals once a month, making the holidays brighter for homebound seniors by participating in holiday and special events each year, giving your time and talent as a Board of Directors member, or making a monetary donation.
Nash County
The Nash County farmers market is located on Peachtree Street in Rocky Mount. The market is open from 8 until 1 on Saturdays through November. June through August, the market is open on Tuesdays from 3 until 6 and Saturdays 8 until 1.
The Nashville Farmers Market is located on South Barnes Street and open now through October 13th on Fridays from 3 until 7. Check out their Facebook page for updates.
Pitt County
The Leroy James Farmers Market is open every Friday & Saturday from 8 until 1 now through October 28th at 4560 County Home Road in Greenville.
Wake County
The Clayton Farm & Community Market, on East Main Street, is open from now through December every Saturday from 9 until 1. From January through February, the market is open twice a month from 10 until 1. Check out their Facebook page for updates.
The Downtown Rolesville Farmers Market, located at 302 South Main Street, is open now through October on Saturdays from 9 until 1.
Join the Wake Forest Farmers Market on Saturdays year-round no matter the weather. From now through September, the market is open from 8 until noon. Then, from October through March, the market is open from 10 until noon. Located on South Taylor Street in Wake Forest. Check out their Facebook page for updates.
The 2023 Wendell Market will be held on Thursdays, 6 – 9 pm at East Campen Row and West Campen Street on the following dates: June 1, July 6, August 3, September 7, October 5 and November 2.
Warren County
The Warren County Growers Association Farmers Market will be open on Saturdays now through mid-October from 8 until noon. The market is located at the Warren County Health Dept Parking Lot on Ridgeway Street.
Wilson County
The Wilson Farmers & Artisan Market operates each Saturday from 8 until noon at the Vollis [Vaul lis] Simpson Whirligig Park located on Goldsboro Street South. This market is open from April 22nd through September 16th.