Community Calendar
October 30, 2026
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Blood Drives:
Ashe County:
11-19-26: [Thurs.] @ Jefferson UMC from 11 – 3:30. Walk-Ins are ENCOURAGED! To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call Wanda Gervasi @…336-384-4108 or 336-877-0877
Alleghany County:
11-12-26: [Thurs.] @ The First Baptist Church of Sparta from 12:30-4:30pm. Walk-Ins are ENCOURAGED! To make an appt. visit redcrossblood.org or call Ken Lewis @ 919-219-0835
11-23-26: [Mon.] @ The Sparta Lions Club from 9:30-2 in the Sparta United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. Walk-Ins are ENCOURAGED! To make an appt. visit redcrossblood.org or call Ken Lewis @ 919-219-0835
11-28-26: [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
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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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” (a foster dog), to cover costs for his multiple surgeries
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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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Beginning Tuesday, Nov. 3rd the Jefferson United Methodist Church Food Pantry 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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Wolf Knob Baptist Church located at 503 Wolf Knob Rd. in Mouth of Wilson, Va. is having Revival Services this week thru Friday, Oct. 30 @ 7pm nightly with Evangelists, Bro. Daniel Peak & Bro. Larry Peak. Everyone is welcome
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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. All are welcome
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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” Sat. Oct. 31st from 6-8pm. Bring the kids for a safe, fun night. All family members are 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
AMOREM will host the next monthly Good Grief Meal Wednesday, November 4th @ 3pm @ Mike’s Inland Seafood in Boone. This time of food and fellowship is open to anyone who is experiencing grief and loss. The meal is a Dutch treat
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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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The Helton Community “Thanksgiving Dinner” will be Saturday, Nov. 7th from 3-6pm @ the Helton Community Building. Meal is $12 and includes Turkey & Dressing, Gravy, Green Beans, Sweet Potatoes, Mashed Potatoes, Cranberry Sauce, Dessert & Drink. Everyone is welcome
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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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Peace Haven Community Church in Lansing, will have Revival Sunday Nov. 8th @ 6pm; Nov. 9th -13th @ 7pm with guest speakers Bro. Dustin Farmer & Bro. Josh Jones. All are welcome
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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
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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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Liberty Grove Baptist Church welcomes “Generation Excellent” (a theatrical group that creates amazing musical storytelling), Sunday Dec. 6th @ 10:30am. Everyone is welcome
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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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