Community Calendar
August 27, 2026
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Blood Drives:
Ashe County:
9-17-26: [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 -19-26: [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
9-29-26: [Tues.] @ ACHS from 8:30-2. Walk-Ins are welcome! To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call Roxanne Gilbert @ 336-846-2400
Alleghany County:
8-27-26: [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
9-3-26: [Thurs.] @ Alleghany Health in Sparta from 11am-3pm. Walk-Ins are ENCOURAGED! To make an appt. visit redcrossblood.org or call Seth Joines @ 336-372-3286
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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 paypal.com/donate/ashehumanesociety. Your support helps provide the Care, Comfort, & Second Chances for these Fur-Babies. For info call 336-649-6105
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The Last Backstreet Summer Concert Series of the year welcomes Mtn. Laurels Friday, Aug. 28th from 5:30-7pm. This is a Free Event! If attending, bring a chair or blanket
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Little Helton Baptist Church will have a Special Singing Service Saturday August 29th @ 6pm featuring Bill Greer and family. Everyone is welcome
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A Benefit Dinner / Auction will be held Sat. August 29th @ 3pm @ the Lansing Fire Dept. with Hamburgers & Hot Dogs, Chips, Dessert & Drink. Meal is by Donation. Auction begins @ 5pm. All proceeds will go to Denise Haga McGrady for Medical Expenses
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Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church in Jefferson across from the Airport Rd., will have their 5th Sunday Gospel Singing on Sunday August 30th @ 5pm. Bring your favorite finger food and join them for fellowship after the service. Everyone is welcome
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Fairview Baptist Church located at 3809 Old 60, in Wilkesboro, will have Revival Aug. 30th @ 6pm; Aug. 31st – Sept. 2nd @ 7pm nightly with guest speaker Dale Blevins. All are Welcome
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September
10/7; 11/4; 12/2
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. Sept. 2nd 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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AMOREM will host the next monthly Good Grief Meal Wednesday, September 2nd @ 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 next Ashe Outreach Ministries Fish Fry is Friday, Sept. 4th 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 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. Sept. 5th. For info email Rocky at gr**********@***il.com
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Decoration will be held at the Big Ridge Cemetery located on Bare Creek Rd. in Jefferson, Sunday, Sept. 6th beginning at 12noon. Everyone is welcome
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Ashe Humane Society is partnering with Nestle/Purina for a “Pack the Pallet Event” Thurs. Sept. 10th from 10-2 @ the Walmart Parking Lot. You can help Pack the Pallet with Donations of Dog & Cat Food, Cat Litter, Dog Pads, Flea Meds & anything to benefit animals in Ashe Co.
All donations on the pallet go directly to Ashe Humane Society
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The 2nd Annual Habitat Hoedown will be held at The Barn on the New River located at 2162 S. Fork Farm Lane, W.J. Thursday, Sept. 10th with Chowtime @ 6pm. Doors open @ 5:30 pm. For more info & Tickets visit ashehabitat.org
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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, Sept. 10th @ 1pm. All Novice & Experienced Quilters are welcome
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The Ashe Co. Schools’ Endowment Fund Golf Tournament will be held Friday, Sept. 11th @ Jefferson Landing. Tee Time & Captain’s Choice with Shotgun Start @ 8:30am. To register visit the Ashe County Schools FB page or at asheschools.org under the “Community” section
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Oct. 9th
Stroll the streets of D’Town WJ for the “Gallery Crawl” Friday, Sept. 11th 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 2026 Wilkes County Quilt Show will be held Friday Sept. 11th from 9-5, and Sat. Sept. 12th from 9-4 @ The Stone Family Center at 613 Cherry St. in North Wilkesboro. This is a Judged Quilt show with Viewer’s Choice Awards. For info visit wilkesquilters.org
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Oct. 10th; Nov. 14th; Dec. 12th
Warrensville Baptist Church will have their Food Pantry Open Saturday Sept. 12th from 9:30 – 11am. All in need are welcome
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A “Walk to End Alzheimers” with High Country Steps of Hope, will be held Saturday, Sept. 12th @ the Ashe Co. High School Track @ 10am. Registration starts @ 9am. This event is open to everyone
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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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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, Sept. 15th @ 6pm @ the Hut on Ashe Park Road. Supper will be served before the meeting. All members are encouraged to attend
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***The Annual Roof Top Cops Childhood Cancer Fundraiser will be Tuesday, Sept. 15th from 6am – 7pm on the roof of Bojangles in Jefferson. Donate the entire month of Sept. by visiting Bojangles; Drop off cash or check at the Sheriff’s Dept.; Venmo; at badgesofashe.com; or mail a check to: BOA, PO Box 112, Jefferson, NC 28640. This year, proceeds will benefit 2-year-old Merritt Hare who’s battling an aggressive form of cancer, Rhabdomyosarcoma (rab·duh·my·o·saar·ko·muh)
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In Celebration of our Country’s 250th Anniversary, the Ashe County Republican Women will host a Re-enactment of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence Thursday, Sept. 17th @
5:30pm @ Boondocks Restaurant in W.J. Enjoy a Live Historical Presentation & Reading of the Declaration. Fun for All Ages!
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The St. Jude Family Fun Day – Radio Day will be held Friday, September 18th. WKSK is proud to put the power of Radio behind the effort to help them raise money and awareness. There will be different on-air guests throughout the day kicking off things that Friday Sept. 18th on the Happy Time Show
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The NC Med-Assist Mobile Pharmacy Program will be at the First Methodist Church located at 401 6th Street in North Wilkesboro on Friday, Sept. 18th, giving away Free Over the Counter Medications to those who are Un-Insured and those with Medicare Part D. For info contact Lisa at Is****@*******st.org
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The LAST Ashe Humane Society Yard Sale of the season will be Friday, Sept. 18th thru Sunday, Sept. 20th from 8-1 each day @ 3 West 6th Street, W.J. Stop by & shop early for Christmas! Drop off donations anytime at 3 West 6th Street, W.J. For info visit ashehumanesociety.org
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Beaver Creek High School Class of 1980 will have their 46th Class Reunion Sat. Sept. 19th @ the Old Barn Winery @ 2pm. Food truck will be available or bring a picnic lunch and a folding chair. No alcohol allowed. Donations are appreciated. RSVP to Charles Church 336-620-4244
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The Happy Trails Music & Food Festival will be held Sat. Sept. 19th from 11-7 @ the Lansing School Ballfield. Admission is $20 at the gate; under 12 Free. Performers include: Rock Bottom Bluegrass Band; Those 3 Guys; BRB; The CJ Ballard Band & Glenn Sullivan & Friends. All proceeds will go to the construction of the New Facility for Happy Trails Cowboy Church
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The World Premier of the Beast of Cottonwood Canyon, a western, featuring seven Ashe Co. residents, will be held Sat. Sept. 19th @ 5pm @ The Parkway Theater in West Jefferson. Admission is Free. Popcorn, Candy & Drinks will be available for purchase
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Ashe Shrine Club’s 45th Annual Golf Tournament will be held Sunday September 20th. Entry fee is $70 per player which includes green/cart fee, also includes lunch and drinks. Players can arrange their own team of 4. Stroke Play, shot gun start 8:30am and 1:30pm
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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
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