COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Community Calendar
March 22nd 2023
Blood Drives:
Ashe:
4-1-23: @ Bristol Baptist Church in the Fellowship Building from 9-1. Walk-ins are HIGHLY ENCOURAGED! To make an appointment call Evelyn @………………………………………336 977-1645
4-6-23: @ The Ashe Co. Sheriff’s Office from 10-2:30. Register by calling the Sheriff’s Office @ …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………336-846-5959
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Gillespie Church in Lansing is holding Revival Services this week, thru Friday, Mar. 24th @ 7pm nightly. Guest speaker will be Brother Dustin Farmer. Everyone is welcome
_____________________________________________________________________________Riverview CC is having a “Bag Sale”, now thru Mar. 25th, Fill a Bag for $2; Mar. 29 thru April 8, Fill a bag for $1. Open Wed-Sat, 10-2. For info call……………………………………………336-385-9812
_____________________________________________________________________________ The Ashe Co. Volunteer Initiative is holding a Cleaning Supply Drive now thru Mar. 31st. Cleaning items may be dropped off at Generations. For a list of needed supplies, visit 580wksk.com
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Florence Thomas Art School presents “Spark the Art Workshops” @ RCC each Wednesday starting today, Mar. 22nd for five weeks. The classes are Free for Ashe County Seniors age 60 & above. For info call 336-846-3827. For class schedules visit 580wksk.com
The weekly schedule and focus of each class will be: Mar. 22, 1-4 pm, (Alcohol Ink);
Mar. 29, 1-4 pm, (Fibers); April 5, 1-4 pm, (Prayer Flags); April 12, 10-1 pm, (Barn Quilt)
April 19, 1-3 pm, (Ascetic Pour)
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Ashe County Parks & Recreation will hold the “Annual Youth Trout Derby” at Ashe Co. Park on Saturday March 25th from 7am-12pm for age groups of 1-4, 5-10, & 11-15. Fishing supplies will be available & handed out as needed. There is no cost to enter. For info call........336-982-6185
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***The Bring the Heat 5K & Family Fun Run scheduled for Saturday, Mar. 25th @ Generations has been CANCELLED***
_____________________________________________________________________________ North Beaver Baptist Church will be having a special singing Sunday, Mar. 26th @ 6:30pm featuring local group, Calvary Reflections. Everyone is welcome
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Silas Creek Baptist Church in Lansing will hold Revival Service Sunday, Mar. 26th @ 6pm & Mar. 27-31 @ 7pm with special singing nightly. Guest speaker is Rev. Lloyd Day. Everyone is welcome
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WCC Health Sciences Division will host Open House Monday Mar. 27th from 5-7pm @ Herring Hall. Tour the State-of-the-Art Facility & learn more about Healthcare Programs. Instructors & Financial Aid Counselors will available to answers questions. For more info call….336-838-6509
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WCC will host the 2023 Job Fair Thursday, Mar. 30th @ 11 am @ the Walker Center in Wilkes. Employers will be recruiting for full & part-time in a wide variety of industries: Business, Healthcare, Industrial, Manufacturing, Human Services, Criminal Justice, Technology, Administrative & more. For more info on the Job Fair contact Mike Roope at 336-838-6147
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Midway Baptist Church (behind Walmart) will hold a Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Mar. 31st
from 11am-2pm in the Fellowship Hall. Meal is $10 & include Spaghetti, Salad, Bread & Dessert. All proceeds will go to the Nest Alliance. To place an order call 336-246-2012 before Mar. 29th
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APRIL
Creston FD will hold its annual “Fisherman’s Breakfast & Silent Auction” Saturday, April 1st @ 6:30am. Cost is $9. To donate items for the silent auction, call 336-877-7600 or 336-620-1964. All proceeds will be used to purchase First Responders Supplies
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Lansing FD will have their 1st Chicken BBQ of the year April 1st. Plates are $10 & include BBQ, Baked Beans, Slaw, Roll & Dessert. ½ Chicken only, (no sides) for $5
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Bristol Baptist Church will have Revival Sunday April 2nd @ 6pm; the 3-5 @ 7pm with guest speaker, Rev. Johnny Goodman. Special singing each night. Everyone is welcome
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Midway Baptist Church (behind Walmart) will have Easter Sonrise Service Sunday, April 9th at 7am. Sunday School at 8:45am & Worship Service at 10 am
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Calvary Free Will Baptist Church in Glendale Springs will have Spring Revival April 2nd @ 6pm & April 3-5th @ 7pm with guest speaker Rev. Billy Morefield / They will have Sonrise Service April 9th @ 7am with Breakfast to follow in the church fellowship hall. Sunday School @ 10am with Worship Service at 10:45am. Everyone is welcome
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Creston UMC will hold Easter Sunrise Service Sunday, April 9th @ 7am @ Sunrise Overlook, Mt Jefferson State Natural Area. Following the service, Breakfast will be served @ the Church @ 9am. Bible Study at 9:45 with Worship Service & Communion @ 11am. In case of inclement weather, Sunrise Service will be canceled. Breakfast & Services will still take place
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MAY
Make plans now for the “Annual Ashe Bash Event” to be held on May 6th @ 7pm at the Ashe Co. Court House. The featured artists for this year are: The Steel Wheels & Presley Barker. This is a Family Friendly Event. No Alcohol & No Pets will be allowed
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A Fried Apple Pie Festival will be held May 6th @ 10am at the Alleghany County Fairgrounds in Sparta. There’ll be Kids Activities, Arts & Crafts, Food Trucks, Music & more. This event is Free.
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RAM (Remote Area Medical) a nonprofit delivering Free Dental, Vision & Medical care to those in need; is seeking volunteer Medical, Dental & Vision professionals & general support staff for its 2-Day Clinic on May 20-21 @ Emory & Henry College. They’re also in need of volunteers to
help set up on Friday, May 19th. To Volunteer & info call 865-579-1530 or www.ramusa.org
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PSA’s
All are invited to an Anglican Worship Service this Sunday morning @ 10:15 am for Lessons & Morning Prayer to be held at their new location, 137 W. Main Street in Jefferson. This is a change in location & time. For more information call 704-900-4014
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The Senior Center is offering the VITA Tax Aid Program on Mondays & Wednesdays by drop off / pick-up basis thru April 5th. Call the Senior Center to make your appointment for Drop Off or In Person tax preparation. No Drop-Ins! Must have all Documentation! Call.....336-246-4347
For a complete list of “What to Bring” visit 580wksk.com under the CC Tab
What to Bring: Government issued photo; ID for you & your spouse, if married; SS Cards & Birth Dates for all family members in the same household; All W-2 & 1099 forms; Insurance form 1095-A, B or C; Information for other income & expenses; Proof of Deductions including Charitable Deductions/Credits, & Last Year’s Taxes (2021). For Direct Deposit of Refund, bring proof of account & Bank’s Routing Number
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Volunteers are needed to pack Boxes of Food & to deliver the boxes to people in need in Ashe County on the 1st & 3rd Friday of each month. If you can volunteer call.................828-434-8888
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Salvation Army is in need of Household Items including Cookware, Dishes, Small Appliances & Furniture. Remember, your donations are “Tax Deductible” & go to help those in need! (They are also in need of VOLUNTEERS). If you would like to help, call 336-844-4006
_____________________________________________________________________________Generations Ashe is in desperate need of Meals on Wheels Drivers. If you can volunteer to help in delivering meals to the shut in, please contact Jennifer Richardson @ 336-246-4347
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Ashe Animal Control has partnered with Parson’s Farms on the backstreet in WJ to help supply Free Straw for your pet’s bedding. Go by & pick up straw if needed
_____________________________________________________________________________Ashe Medication Assistance Program is a Free Medication Program to those that qualify. Call 336-846-6001 for an appointment to see if you qualify. You must bring your Social Security Statement or check; a copy of most recent pay stub or the top sheet from 1040 Form & Schedule C. Also bring your Medications with you…NOT a handwritten note. Open M-Thur
_____________________________________________________________________________ The Hope for the Mountains Prayer Team meets every Tuesday at 8am @ Midway Baptist Church with devotion & prayer. These meetings are open to the public. All are welcome
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New Looms Ladies Bible Study is held each Thursday from 11:30 -12:30 @ Ashe Baptist Associational Office Conference Room. All ladies are welcome to attend
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If you have an Electric Heater or Blanket to spare, you can help someone in need. You may choose to donate $30 to have one purchased. 100% of ALL Donations will be given to someone in need. For info 828-434-8888
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April 21
The next Ashe Outreach Ministries Fish Fry will be, April 7th from 4-7pm @ the RCC. Enjoy Alaskan Pollok Fish, Chicken Tenders, Shrimp or Combo, served up with FF, Slaw, Hushpuppies, Drink & Dessert. Small Plate is $10; Medium Plate is $13; & Large Plate is $15. Kids 10 & under eat Free with a paid adult, dine in only. Live entertainment! To go orders call 336-385-1314
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Smethport UMC will hold a “Precious Memories Worship Service” the 1st Wednesday in each month @ 2pm, Honoring & Sharing Life alongside friends living with Alzheimer’s, their Caregivers & Families. The next Service will be April 5th. All are welcome
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