Community Calendar
September 18th 2026
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Blood Drives:
Ashe County:
9 -19-26: [Sat.] @ Warrensville Baptist Church from 9:30-2. Walk-Ins are ENCOURAGED! To make an appt. visit redcrossblood.org or call or text Beth Eastridge @ 828-406-8897
9-29-26: [Tues.] @ ACHS from 8:30-2. Walk-Ins are welcome! To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call Roxanne Gilbert @ 336-846-2400
Alleghany County:
9-28-26: [Mon.] @ Sparta United Methodist Church from 9:30-2. Walk-Ins are ENCOURAGED! To make an appt. visit redcrossblood.org or call Gayle Cobb @ 336-372-2577
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North Carolina Emergency Management is now accepting applications from Nonprofit Organizations ONLY that are currently reconstructing or repairing projects from Helene in NC. Applications must be submitted by 5pm on Oct. 16th to: NC***********@***ps.gov
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The Old Store Grassy Creek is raising funds to help rebuild the Grassy Creek Community Church through its “Love Locks” fundraiser. For a $25 donation, a personalized numbered lock with your name will be permanently displayed on the fence at the store as a symbol of your support. Donate in-store, online @ theoldstoregrassycreek.com, or by phone at 336-384-1220
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The LAST Ashe Humane Society Yard Sale of the season is thru Sunday, Sept. 20th from 8-1 each day @ 3 West 6th Street, W.J. Stop by & shop early for Christmas! Drop off donations anytime at 3 West 6th Street, W.J. For info visit ashehumanesociety.org
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A Bake Sale Fundraiser will be held Sat. Sept. 19th @ 11am @ Ashe Medics on Mt. Jefferson Rd. for 2-year-old Merritt who is battling a rare form of cancer in her muscle tissue, bones and other places in her small body. All proceeds will go to support Merritt & her family
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Beaver Creek High School Class of 1980 will have their 46th Class Reunion Sat. Sept. 19th @ the Old Barn Winery @ 2pm. Food truck will be available or bring a picnic lunch and a folding chair. No alcohol allowed. Donations are appreciated. RSVP to Charles Church 336-620-4244
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The Happy Trails Music & Food Festival will be held Sat. Sept. 19th from 11-7 @ the Lansing School Ballfield. Admission is $20 at the gate; under 12 Free. Performers include: Rock Bottom Bluegrass Band; Those 3 Guys; BRB; The CJ Ballard Band & Glenn Sullivan & Friends. All proceeds will go to the construction of the New Facility for Happy Trails Cowboy Church
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Volunteers are needed to help with the Happy Trails Music & Food Festival Sat. Sept. 19th. If interested in helping, contact Jennifer Richardson at 336-246-4347 or email her at: je****************@***********ov.com
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The World Premier of the Beast of Cottonwood Canyon, a western, featuring seven Ashe Co. residents, will be held Sat. Sept. 19th @ 5pm @ The Parkway Theater in West Jefferson. Admission is Free. Popcorn, Candy & Drinks will be available for purchase
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Ashe Shrine Club’s 45th Annual Golf Tournament will be held Sunday September 20th. Entry fee is $70 per player which includes green/cart fee, also includes lunch and drinks. Players can arrange their own team of 4. Stroke Play, shot gun start 8:30am and 1:30pm
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Laurel Knob Baptist Church will have Homecoming Service Sunday, Sept. 20th @ 11am with Guest singer, Brayden Frasure. Everyone is welcome
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Sturgills Baptist Church in Helton, will have Revival Sept. 20-25 @ 7pm with special singing nightly. Speaker will be Pastor Randall Millsap. Everyone is welcome
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New Bethel Baptist Church at 4310 Big Horse Creek Rd. will have Revival Sept. 20-27 @ 7pm nightly with Brothers Bryan Miller and Mitchell Mash. Special singing each night. Everyone is welcome
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A BBQ Chicken Meal Fundraiser will be held Saturday, Sept. 26th @ 11am @ Family Central. Plates are $10 and include BBQ Chicken, Baked Beans, Slaw & Roll. All proceeds will go to Greg Parsons who is battling Lung Cancer
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The Lansing Day Fall Square Dance will be Saturday, Sept. 26th from 6-8pm. Enjoy music by Horse Creek Hellbenders. Beginner friendly & partner is not required
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Rugby Volunteer Fire & Rescue and Mount Rogers Park will host their Annual Fall Festival on September 26th & 27th from 10-5, rain or shine! Enjoy food, vendors, music, molasses, apple butter & cider making, and everyone’s favorite Hobo Pies! 40 ponies will be auctioned Saturday at 2pm. Park Admission is $10 | Festival Admission: Motorcycle $5 | Vehicle $10 | Bus $20. Proceeds support Mount Rogers Park and Rugby Volunteer Fire & Rescue
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The Annual Roof Top Cops Childhood Cancer Fundraiser will be Tuesday, September 29th from 6am – 7pm on the roof of Bojangles in Jefferson. Donate the entire month of Sept. by visiting Bojangles; Drop off cash or check at the Sheriff’s Dept.; Venmo; at badgesofashe.com; or mail a check to: BOA, PO Box 112, Jefferson, NC 28640. This year, proceeds will benefit 2-year-old Merritt Hare who’s battling an aggressive form of cancer, Rhabdomyosarcoma (rab·duh·my·o·saar·ko·muh)
Calvary Free Will Baptist Church in Glendale Springs will have Fall Revival beginning Wed. Sept. 30th continuing every Wednesday in October, at 7pm. Preachers will be Mike McElhany, Kevin Francis and Jake Miller. Everyone is welcome
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October
The Ashe County Cooperative will host a Canning Workshop for Soups & Meats Thursday Oct. 1st from 10-2 @ the Extension Office. To register & info call 336-846-5850
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Mount Jefferson Child Development Center will have Open House to celebrate their rebranded name “Stepping Stones Early Learning Academy” Friday, Oct. 2nd from 4:30-6:30pm @ 626 Ashe Central School Rd. in Jefferson. Light refreshments will be served & T-Shirts will be available for purchase. Everyone is invited to stop by
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The next Ashe Outreach Ministries Fish Fry is Friday, Oct. 2nd from 4-7pm @ the Riverview Community Center (RCC). Enjoy Alaskan Pollok Fish, Chicken Tenders, Shrimp or Combo, served with FF, Slaw, Hushpuppies, Drink & Dessert. Small Plate $10; Medium Plate $13; Large Plate $15. Kids 10 & under eat Free with paid adult, dine in only. To go orders: 336-385-1314
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Beaver Creek Class of 1967 will have their Class Reunion Dinner Friday, October 2nd @ 5pm @ Mountain Aire Steak & Seafood. All classmates are encouraged to attend
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The Todd Mercantile holds a “Groovy Poets Party” on the first Saturday of each month from 12- 1:30pm featuring Local Writers. The next party is Sat. Oct. 3rd. For info email Rocky at gr**********@***il.com
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The Keep Ashe Beautiful Fall Litter Sweep will be Sat. Oct. 3rd meeting at the turnaround next to the Baldwin convenience center on Hwy 221 @ 9am. Grabbers, trash bags & gloves will be provided. Pizza & first beverage will be provided afterward at New River Brewing
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Bald Mountain Baptist Church will host The Persecuted Church Conference Sunday, Oct. 4th from 5-7pm with guest speakers from France & Iraq. Nursery available for ages 4 and under, snacks will be provided. This event is open to the public. All are welcome
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The Whitetop Mountain Molasses Festival will be held Sunday Oct. 4th from 11-5 @ the Mount Rogers Fire Hall on Route 58. Admission is $5; Children 12 & under, Free. BBQ chicken Dinner, Hotdogs, Sandwiches, Drinks, & Desserts will be available for purchase
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Prosperity Baptist Church on West Brushy Fork Rd. will have Revival Services October 4th with speaker Bro. David Garland; Oct. 5-8 with Bro. Lloyd Day. Special singing each night
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The Lost Province Center for Cultural Arts (LPCCA) will have a night of Music & Cheer to raise funds for the renovation of the Lansing School on Sunday, Oct. 4th from 6-9pm @ Craft Bistro at 8 East Main St. in W.J. Tickets available @ lostprovincearts.org & include a 4-Course Meal & Wine Pairing. Enjoy music by The Wild Hares
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11/12; 12/10
The Ashe Co. Quilt Guild meets the 2nd Thursday of each month @ the Jefferson Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. The next meeting is Today, Oct. 8th @ 1pm. All Novice & Experienced Quilters are welcome
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Stroll the streets of D’Town WJ for the “Gallery Crawl” Friday, Oct. 9th from 5 -7 pm. Enjoy the many murals throughout d’town WJ as well as Galleries, Shops & Restaurants open to serve you. Maps will be available at The Arts Center. For info call 336-846-2787
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Nov. 14th; Dec. 12th
Warrensville Baptist Church will have their Food Pantry Open Saturday Oct. 10th from 9:30 – 11am. All in need are welcome
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11/4; 12/2
The Ashe Humane Society has a Monthly Yappy Hour Fundraiser the first Wednesday of each month at Red Dog Restaurant in W.J. The next meeting is Wed. October 10th from 4-6pm. Attendees can ask questions, make donations, or just hang out. All Donations will go to Ashe Humane Society. For more info visit ashehumanesociety.org
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Ashe Parks & Recreation will host the “Fall Youth Trout Derby” Saturday, Oct 17th from 7-12 @ Ashe Park for age groups (1-4), (5-10) & (11-15). Fishing supplies will be handed out as needed. There’s no cost to enter. For more info call 336-982-6185
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The Ebenezer Christian Children’s Home 27th Annual Golf Tournament will be held Friday, Oct. 27th @ Brushy Mtn. Golf Club in Taylorsville. For info or to register call 336-667-5683 or visit EbenezerFamily.org
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The Lost Province Center will have a Rock-A-Billy Horror Throwdown Friday, Oct. 30th from 7-10pm. Advance Tickets are $15 and available at lostprovincearts.org
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PSA
Ashe Really Cares is in need of volunteers for clothing and food sorting especially on Tuesday and Friday. If you would like to volunteer, contact Director Billy Norris at 336-846-5234
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