Community Calendar
July 2, 2026
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Blood Drives:
Ashe County:
7-8-26: [Wed.] @ State Employees Credit Union from 10 – 2. Walk-Ins are ENCOURAGED! To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call Sommer Lambert @…………336-246-2763
7-16-26: [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
9-19
7-18-26: [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
7-22-26: [Wed.] @ Margate Health & Rehab from 1:30-5:30pm. Walk-Ins are ENCOURAGED! To make an appt. visit redcrossblood.org or call Caroline Goodman @………………828-434-3686
Alleghany County
7-27-26: [Mon.] @ the Sparta UMC from 9:30-2pm. Walk-Ins are Highly ENCOURAGED Walk-Ins are Welcome. To make an appt. visit redcrossblood.org or call Gayle Cobb @ 336-372-2577
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The Ashe County Volunteer Initiative is having their Annual Shoes for Kids Drive now, thru July 17th accepting monetary donations only. Mail or drop off a check to Ashe County Volunteer Initiative, 180 Chattyrob Lane, W.J. NC and write “SHOES FOR KIDS” in the memo section. Your support will make a difference in the lives of children in our community
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The Ashe Humane Society is in need of Fosters, Supplies & Donations. If you can help, visit paypal.com/donate/ashehumanesociety. Your support helps provide the Care, Comfort, & Second Chances these Fur-Babies deserve. If you have questions, call 336-649-6105
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The Ashe County Quilt Guild has “Sewing Circles” every Wednesday & Thursday from 8-12 noon @ Generations Ashe. All quilters and sewers are welcome
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Ashe Really Cares is looking for a Van Driver to pick up food at Food Lion every 2 weeks to feed the hungry in Ashe County. Can be a husband-and-wife team. For info call 336-846-5234 or 336-846-5631
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Hope for the Mountains Prayer Team meets every Tuesday @ 8am @ Midway Baptist Church (behind Walmart) in the Sanctuary. Everyone is invited to attend
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Rugby Fire & Rescue will have their Annual 4th of July Dinner & Parade Saturday, July 4th with hotdogs & ice cream @ 12:30; Parade at 2pm starting at Mill Creek United Methodist Church. Everyone is invited to bring their bike, side by side, horse/wagon or walk in the parade.
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There will be a Patriotic Concert presented by the choirs of First Baptist Church W.J., Mt. Jefferson Presbyterian Church & West Jefferson United Methodist Church on Sunday, July 5th @ 3pm @ the W.J. United Methodist Church, 107 W. Second St. in W.J. Admission is free
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Aug. 8th; Sept. 12th; Oct. 10th; Nov. 14th; Dec. 12th
Warrensville Baptist Church will have their Food Pantry Open Saturday July 7th from 9:30 – 11am. All in need are welcome
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Buffalo Baptist Church will have VBS July 8th -11th with a meal served at 5:30pm nightly. Classes for all ages after the meal. A cookout will be Sunday the July 12th @ noon. For more information call 828-434-0552
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Hellbender Farm in Lansing will have an evening of music with Nashville recording artist, Luke Schneider, Thursday, July 9th @ 7:30pm, gates open @ 6pm. Come early meet the animals & enjoy hot dogs & picnic food for sale. For info & tickets, visit flyaroundfest.com @ the bottom of the page. Proceeds will go to the Lost Province Arts
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Aug. 14th / Sept. 11th / Oct. 9th
Stroll the streets of D’Town WJ for the “Gallery Crawl” Friday, July 10th 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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July 18th Ashe Co. Beekeepers / July 25 WJ Fire Dept.
The Caboose Kids event for ages 3-12, will be sponsored by “Ashe Co. Farmers Market” Sat. July 11th @ 10am @ Connie the Caboose at the Backstreet Park in W.J. Kids must be accompanied by an adult. Each child, up to age 5, can sign up to receive Free Monthly Books by mail. If raining, this event will be cancelled. For info call Caitlyn @ 336-416-1932.
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The 24th Annual Ridge Run Cruise-In will be held Saturday, July 11th from 8-12 @ Ashe Co. High School. $5 Registration Per Vehicle entered in the Cruise-In. Hot Dogs & Drinks available for purchase. This event is Free & open to everyone
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Cornerstone Fellowship Church located at 270 Barnett Street (behind Catawissa property in W.J.) will have a Yard Sale Fundraiser Saturday July 11th @ 7am. All proceeds will go to their Mission Trip. For a $20 Donation, anyone that would like to set up a table, is welcome to do so
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The Ashe County Worship Center will have VBS July 11-14 with Classes from 6-8:30 nightly. For info call the Church at 336-846-1189
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Chestnut Hill Baptist Church in Crumpler, will have VBS Kickoff Sunday, July 12th from 5-8pm with a meal. July 13-16 from 5:30-8pm nightly with supper served nightly prior to classes
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Midway Baptist Church (behind Walmart) invites children in Kindergarten thru 6th Grade to attend their “Summer Kids Day Camp” July 13th – 17th from 9 – 4:30 each day. Register online by June 30th @ midwaybaptistnc.org
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Beaver Creek Baptist Church on Mullato Mountain Rd. will have VBS July 16 – 17 @ 5:45pm. Saturday July 18th from 10-2. Sunday July 19th, Commencement from 10-12noon.
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July 24th: Kelly & Ian Snider / July 31st: Whitetop Mtn. Band / Aug. 7th: The Luck Strikes Trio / Aug. 21st: Those 3 Guys / Aug 28th: Mt. Laurels
The Backstreet Summer Concert Series welcomes Wild Mtn. Magic Friday, July 17th from 5:30-7pm. This is a Free Event! If attending, bring a chair or blanket
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The next Ashe Outreach Ministries Fish Fry is Friday, July 17th 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 Ashe Co. Wildlife Club Youth Day will be held Sat. July 18th from 10-2 @ the Wildlife Club located at 3220 Big Peak Creek Rd. in Laurel Springs. Enjoy Fishing, Shooting Sports, Archery, Wildlife Education, Food & more
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8/13; 9/10; 10/8; 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 Thursday, July 19th @ 1pm. All Novice & Experienced Quilters are welcome
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Aug. 18th; sept. 15th; Oct. 20th; Nov. 17th; Dec. 15th
VFW Post 7946 & Auxiliary will now hold their Monthly Meetings on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. The next Meeting is Tuesday, July 21th @ 6pm @ the Hut on Ashe Park Road. Supper will be served before the meeting. All members are encouraged to attend
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Lansing’s 2nd Annual Fly Around Festival will be held July 31st & Aug. 1st with Food & Craft Vendors, special music by various artists & much more. For more information & tickets, visit flyaroundfest.com.
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August
A Trop Rock Festival Fundraiser will be held @ the Old Barn Winery Aug. 7th from 3-6pm; Aug. 8th from 12-6pm; Aug. 9th from 2-5pm featuring Roger Bartlett, the original guitarist for Jimmy Buffet & many more. VIP Passes available. Proceeds will benefit Musicians Mission of Mercy to help provide food & life essentials to those in need year-round. For info visit oldbarnwinery.com or musiciansmissionofmercy.org
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Ashe Co. Schools will have a District Wide Parent Event Thursday, August 13th @ 5:30pm @ the Ashe Co. High School Auditorium. Each parent will learn strategies to help your child stay motivated, reduce stress, & much more. Free admission.
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September
The Mental Health & Suicide Awareness Prevention Walk will be held Tuesday, Sept. 13th @ 1:30pm @ the Library Park in West Jefferson
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October
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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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
