Community Calendar
May 6th 2026
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There is a Severe Shortage of Blood, Plasma & Platelets
PLEASE CONSIDER GIVING THE GIFT OF LIFE
IN RECENT WEEKS, A DECLINE IN DONATIONS HAS CAUSED THE AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD SUPPLY TO SHRINK NEARLY 20%. THIS DROP IN DONATIONS COULD LEAD TO A SEASONAL BLOOD SHORTAGE, WHICH CAN NEGATIVELY IMPACT PATIENT CARE AT HOSPITALS ACROSS THE COUNTRY.
***The American Red Cross CONSTANTLY faces an emergency blood shortage and urges people to make an appointment to give now to help patients across the country receive lifesaving medical treatments***
Blood Drives:
Ashe County:
5-20-26: [Wed.] @ Ashe Co. High School from 8:30 – 2. Walk-Ins are ENCOURAGED! To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call Roxanne Gilbert @ 336-846-2400
[Nurse aide students will benefit from a college scholarship based on number of blood units donated at this drive]
5-21-26: [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
5-23-26: [Sat.] @ Warrensville Baptist Church from 9:30-2. Walk-Ins are ENCOURAGED! To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org
Alleghany County
5-12-26: [Tues.] @ Alleghany Wellness Center in Sparta from 12-4pm. Walk-Ins are ENCOURAGED! To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org
5-18-26: [Mon.] @ the Sparta UMC from 9:30-2. Walk-Ins are ENCOURAGED! To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call Gayle Cobb @ 336-372-2577
Grayson County:
5-15-26: [Fri.] @ Independence VFW Building in Independence, Va. from 11-5. Walk-Ins are ENCOURAGED! To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org
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The town of W.J. requests that no cones be placed in the parking spaces in front of businesses, unless prior approval has been given by the town. Police Officers have been instructed to remove any cones blocking parking spaces. For questions call the Town Hall @ 336-246-3551
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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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The Timber Loss Relief Program is accepting applications for assistance for those who had Timber Losses from Helene. Deadline to apply is June 12th. For more info and to apply, contact Ashe County’s N.C. Forest Service at 336-982-2471 or online at ncagr.gov/agdisaster
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Grief-Share is holding weekly Grief Support Meetings each Thursday from 6-8pm @ Bald Mtn. Baptist Church thru June 25th. Not able to attend in person? Online groups are available. For info call Judy Hanlon at 336-877-3436 Darlis @ 336-877-0322
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Ashe Harvest Ministries will offer Summer Meal Boxes for all Ashe County Children this Summer. Sign up now, for ages 1 to 18 years old by calling 336-982-6322. Each child will receive 7 days of Breakfast and Lunch meals per week
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The Ashe Humane Society is currently having a Fundraiser. You can donate at paypal.com/donate/ashehumanesociety. If you have questions, call 336-649-6105 or email as*****************@***il.com. Your support helps provide the Care, Comfort, & Second Chances these Fur-Babies deserve
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The 75th Annual National Day of Prayer will be held Thursday, May 7th @ 11am @ the Ashe County Courthouse, everyone is invited to attend. If attending, please bring a lawn chair
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Prosperity Baptist Church on West Brushy Fork Rd. is having Revival this week thru Thursday, May 7th @ 7pm nightly with Brother Eric Cornett preaching, special singing nightly. Everyone is welcome
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New River Baptist Church is having Revival this week thru Friday, May 8th @ 7pm with special singing nightly & guest speaker, Brother Tommy Carver. Everyone is welcome
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Don’t miss the “2026 Chocolate Crawl” in scenic d’town W.J. Friday, May 8th from 5-7pm. Stroll the streets, view the Murals, and eat Chocolate! Various Galleries, Shops & Restaurants will be open to serve you. Maps will be available at The Arts Center. For info call 336-846-2787
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A Free Women’s Bible Study will be held every 2nd & 4th Friday of each month beginning May 8th from 6-8pm @ the home of Lori Roten. Studies will focus on Women of the Bible. For more info call 336-698-6296
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June 20th; July 18th; Aug. 15th; Sept. 19th; Oct. 17th; Nov. 21st; Dec. 19th
Warrensville Baptist Church will have their Food Pantry Open Saturday May 9th from 9:30 – 11:30. All in need are welcome
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The 3rd Annual Badges of Ashe Classic Car Show will be held Saturday May 9th @ the Ashe County Courthouse @ 8am. Register your Car, Truck or Bike at badgesofashe.com before May 9th. Judging begins @ 1pm. Proceeds will go to Badges of Ashe, a local non-profit for all Ashe Co. Law Enforcement Agencies
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Riverview Community Center will have their Monthly Meeting Tuesday, May 12th @ 6pm in the Banquet Room. They will be awarding 10 Scholarships to young adults. They have major updates on insurance funding for building repair. All members & interested folk are encouraged to attend
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Generations Ashe will host a “Health Fair & Medicine Drop” Wed. May 13th from 9-1 with a variety of health organizations on site to answer any questions you may have. Bring your outdated medications to dispose of as well as confidential documents for secure shredding
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The next Ashe Outreach Ministries Fish Fry is Friday, May 15th 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 FFA Spring Equipment Auction will be held Saturday May 16th @ 10am @ 162 Agriculture Way in Jefferson. For info call 336-977-0035
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June16th; July 21st; 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, May 19th @ 6pm @ the Hut on Ashe Park Road. Supper will be served before the meeting. All members are encouraged to attend
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A Free Event will be held Saturday, May 23rd @ 2pm @ the Old Lansing Ballfield with Games, Horse Rides, Bouncy Houses & Face Painting for kids by a Rodeo Clown. There’ll be a Ticketed Chuckwagon Meal served @ 5pm. MUST purchase a ticket for the meal & can be purchased at Double A Boot Store. Preaching Service will be about 7pm with Preacher BJ Brimmett. A Love offering will be taken. Bring a chair or blanket if attending these events
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The 25th Anniversary Celebration of the Ashe County Courthouse will be held Wednesday, May 27th @ 12 noon @ the Courthouse. Light refreshments will be served. Everyone is invited
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JUNE
The Family Friendly Ashe Bash will be held Saturday, June 6th with Food Vendors @ 5pm & Music @ 6pm @ the Ashe Co. Courthouse. This year’s groups are: The Kruger Brothers & Fireside Collective. Free shuttles are available from off-site parking. Bring a chair or blanket. NO alcohol or pets allowed
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Stroll the streets of D’Town WJ for the “Gallery Crawl” Friday, June 12th 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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The 30th Annual Carl & Pearl Hagel Golf Tournament will be held Sat. June 13th at Mtn. Aire Golf Club. Format will be Captain’s Choice with Shotgun Starts at 8:30am & 1:30pm. Golfers will need to book their own tee times by calling Mtn. Aire at 336-877-4716. Proceeds will benefit local non-profit, The NEST Alliance to help local children & families
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Calvary Free Will Baptist Church in Glendale Springs will have Vacation Bible School June 14-18th @ 6:30pm nightly. Classes for all ages including adults. Everyone is welcome
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Liberty Baptist Church on Silas Creek Rd., will have VBS June 14th-19th. Meal & Transportation provided nightly. Commencement Service will be Friday, June 19th @ 6:30pm, Meal @ 5:30pm. Classes for all ages. Everyone is welcome
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