Community Calendar
October 23, 2026
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Blood Drives:
Ashe County:
10-24-26: @ Bristol Baptist Church on Old. Hwy. 16, from 9-1. Walk-Ins are ENCOURAGED! To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call Evelyn Colvard @ 336-977-1645
Grayson County:
10-30-26: [Fri.] @ Independence VFW Building in Independence, Va. from 12-5. Walk-Ins are ENCOURAGED! To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org
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Schedule: Early Voting:
| Friday, Oct 238:00am – 7:30pmSaturday,
Oct 248:00am – 7:30pm Monday, Oct 268:00am – 7:30pm Tuesday, Oct 278:00am – 7:30pm Wednesday, Oct 288:00am – 7:30pm Thursday, Oct 298:00am – 7:30pm Friday, Oct 308:00am – 7:30pm Saturday, Oct 318:00am –3:00pm |
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The Ashe County Children’s Christmas Project Red Cards will be ready for pick-up beginning Nov. 2nd at the Ashe Baptist Association Office from 9-4, M-F. Help will be needed to process the gifts the week of Nov. 30 thru Dec.6. Intake will be Nov. 30th thru Dec. 2nd at Family Central. For more info call the ABA Office at 336-846-5631
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The Ashe Humane Society will have a Halloween Fundraiser Friday, Oct. 30th from 3-8pm @ New River Brewery (next to the old bowling alley). Those attending are encouraged to bring their Leashed Pets and themselves in their Best Halloween Costumes. All proceeds from this event will go “King” to cover costs for his multiple surgeries
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Ashe Harvest Ministries will be closed thru October 23rd. They will reopen on Tuesday, October 27th
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Ashe Really Cares is in need of volunteers for clothing and food sorting on Tuesdays & Fridays. If you would like to volunteer, contact Director Billy Norris at 336-846-5234
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The Jefferson United Methodist Church Food Pantry is Open each Tuesday from 9-11am. Beginning Tuesday, Nov. 3rd, hours will change to 3-6pm each Tues. All in need are welcome
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The Ashe County Volunteer Initiative Program is holding a ‘Stop Hunger Drive’ accepting Monetary Donations Only thru Nov. 30th. Checks can be taken by Generations Ashe, or mailed to them at 180 Chattyrob Lane, W.J. Atten: Jennifer Richardson. Write ‘Stop Hunger Drive’ in the Memo Section. All donations will be divided among local food banks
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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 Ashe Humane Society is in need of Fosters, Supplies & Donations. If you can help, visit their Wish List on Amazon. They’re in need of light-weight Dog & Cat houses. You can also go to Tractor Supply or Parson’s Farms to purchase Straw for their “Warm Paws” drive to supply local people with straw for their outdoor pets. For info call 336-649-6105
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Calvary Free Will Baptist Church in Glendale Springs is having Fall Revival each Wednesday in October, at 7pm. Preachers are Mike McElhany, Kevin Francis and Jake Miller. Everyone is welcome
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Silas Creek Baptist Church is having Revival this week thru Friday, Oct. 23rd with special singing @ 7pm nightly. Guest speakers are Rev. Lloyd Day & Rev. Tommy McClure. All are welcome
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A Yard Sale Fundraiser will be held Friday & Saturday, Oct. 23rd & 24th from 10-3 @ 2575 Joines Road in Creston. There’ll be lots of household items including Furniture and much more. All money will go to the Ashe Humane Society
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Little Helton Baptist Church will have Revival Services October 23rd-25th @ 7pm with Special Singing nightly. Guest speaker will be brother David Lewis. Everyone is welcome
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Peak Creek Ruritan will have their Pinto Bean Meal & Cakewalk Fundraiser Saturday, Oct. 24th @ 5pm. Proceeds will go to the Scholarship to give to a Student in Ashe or Alleghany
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You’re invited to Wordkeepers, (a gathering of writers in the High Country) at the Ashe County Arts Center in WJ, Saturday, October 24th @ 4pm. Readers are asked to keep their selections from any genre, to under 5 minutes. To reserve your time to read, email Sandy Lassen @ sl*****@*****st.com. Ghost Writers Welcome! Refreshments will be provided
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The Ashe Co. Mental Health Forum will hold a One-Hour Presentation Sunday, Oct. 25th @ 2pm for anyone who has experienced loss to suicide. They’ll be providing information, resources, and guidance. Available In-Person, or Virtually. Register by Oct. 25th by Texting 828-414-1146 or by email to: As*******************@***il.com
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Generation Excellent will be coming to The Ministry of Hope Church on Ashe Park Rd. Sunday Oct. 25th @ 10am. Everyone is welcome
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Sugar Tree Baptist Church will have Revival Sunday October 25th @ 6pm; Oct. 26th-29th @ 7pm nightly. Visiting preachers will be Ronnie McManus and Cody Blair. Everyone is welcome
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Wolf Knob Baptist Church located at 503 Wolf Knob Rd. in Mouth of Wilson, Va. will have Revival Services Sunday, Oct. 25th @ 6pm & Oct 26– 30 @ 7pm nightly with Evangelists, Bro. Daniel Peak & Bro. Larry Peak. Everyone welcome
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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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Wilkes Community College will hold its Fall Festival Thursday, Oct. 29th from 4-7pm @ 1328 Collegiate Drive in Wilkesboro. There’ll be Program Demonstrations, Inflatables, Food Trucks, Live Music, Games & more.
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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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Appalachian Church will host its Annual Fall Festival Saturday, October 31st from 5:30-8:00pm @ Westwood Elementary School. This free community event is designed to bring families together for a fun evening with games, treats, and activities for all ages. Everyone is welcome _____________________________________________________________________________
Rugby Fire & Rescue will have a “No Tricks, All Treats” Halloween event Saturday, Oct. 31st from 4-6pm @ the Rugby Fire & Rescue Squad Building. Enjoy Food, Candy, Cake Walk, Games.
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Obids Baptist Church will have “Trunk or Treat” Saturday, Oct. 31st beginning at 5pm. Enjoy lots of treats and Free Hot Dogs! Everyone is welcome
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GLAD will have Trunk or Treat / Boo Bash in the Barn at the Lansing Creeper Trail Park Sat.Oct. 31st from 5-7:30pm with Games & activities for the kids. Enjoy Hot Chocolate & Apple Cider. If you’d like to participate as a “Trunker” email ev****@*****nc.org before Oct. 24th _____________________________________________________________________________
Friendly Grove Baptist Church located at 444 Buck Mountain Rd. will have Trunk or Treat Saturday, October 31st from 4-6pm. Lots of candy, food, fun & games. All are welcome
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Calvary Free Will Baptist Church in Glendale Springs will have “Trunk or Treat” and more, Saturday Oct. 31st from 6-8pm. Bring the kids for a safe, fun night. All family members welcome
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Join Midway Baptist Church (behind Walmart), for their Light Up the Night Fall Festival & Trunk or Treat Saturday, October 31st from 5:30-7:30pm. Everyone is welcome for this fun-filled evening of food, treats, and fellowship
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November
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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. November 4th 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 County Schools will hold its Annual Veterans Day Celebration Friday, Nov. 6th beginning with a Drive-Thru Parade @ Westwood Elementary School @ 9:30am. Veterans will then be escorted to the Ashe Co. High School gymnasium for the Ceremony @ 10:15am. All Veterans are encouraged to attend
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The next Ashe Outreach Ministries Fish Fry is Friday, Nov. 6th 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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Join Ashe County Veterans Services Saturday, Nov. 7th @ 11am at the Museum of Ashe Co. History (the Old Courthouse) in Jefferson to honor local veterans. Enjoy a performance by the JROTC Color Guard, National Anthem, live music by Frank Little & Band & more. Admission is Free. Light refreshments will be available. For info call Missy @ 336-846-5575
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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. Nov. 7th. For info email Rocky at gr**********@***il.com
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Calvary Free Will Baptist Church in Glendale Springs will host its Annual Ladies Conference on Saturday, Nov. 14th from 10 – 1 in the church fellowship hall, featuring guest speaker Patricia Edwards. Lunch will be provided / A special service will be held Sunday, Nov. 15th at 10am with singing by The Edwards Family and preaching by Bro. Adam Edwards. Everyone is welcome _____________________________________________________________________________
December
The 2026 Wilkes Literacy Gingerbread House Festival will be Friday & Saturday, Dec. 4th & 5th d’town Wilkesboro. They’re in need of gingerbread builders! Adults, teens, & kids are welcome. Gingerbread entry is FREE and can be done online at wilkesliteracy.org/gingerbread . Each gingerbread creation helps raise funds for free literacy programs. Registration deadline is November 13th. Call (336) 818-1323 or visit wilkesliteracy.org for more information
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GLAD will host a Sky Party Saturday, Dec. 5th from 8pm – midnight (weather permitting) in Lansing’s Creeper Trail Park. Bring blankets, chairs, snacks and beverages, NO ALCOHOL ALLOWED and sit back while we tour the dark sky with focus on Saturn, Andromeda and Pleiades. If you have any questions about this event, reach out to GLAD at ev****@*****nc.org
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Peak Creek Ruritan will have a Rook Tournament & Chili Bean Fundraiser Saturday, Dec. 12th. Meal @ 5pm; Rook @ 6pm, also a Silent Auction of gift baskets just in time for Christmas.
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