Community Calendar
October 2, 2026
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Blood Drives:
Ashe County:
10-15-26: [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
10-17-25: [Sat.] @ Ashe Co. Library from 10-3. Walk-Ins are ENCOURAGED! To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call Marcia Rowe @………………………….336-977-6775
10-19-26: [Mon.] @ Mtn. Hearts from 10 – 2. Walk-Ins are ENCOURAGED! To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call Jennifer Blanco @ ………………………….336-846-0795
10-24-26: @ Bristol Baptist Church on Old. Hwy. 16, from 9-1. Walk-Ins are ENCOURAGED! To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call Evelyn Colvard @……………336-977-1645
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
Alleghany County:
10-8-26: [Thurs.] @ Piney Creek Fire Dept. from 2:30-6:30. Walk-Ins are ENCOURAGED! To make an appointment visit redcrossblood.org or call Barbara Atwood @…………..336-359-8293
10-21-26: [Wed.] @ Alleghany High School in Sparta from 8-1. Walk-Ins are ENCOURAGED! To make an appt. visit redcrossblood.org
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North Carolina Emergency Management is now accepting applications from Nonprofit Organizations ONLY that are currently reconstructing or repairing projects from Helene in NC. Applications must be submitted by 5pm on Oct. 16th to: NC***********@***ps.gov
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The Jefferson United Methodist Church Food Pantry is Open each Tuesday from 9-11am. Beginning Tuesday, Nov. 3rd, hours will change to 3-6pm each Tues. All in need are welcome
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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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Calvary Free Will Baptist Church in Glendale Springs is having Fall Revival each Wednesday in October, at 7pm. Preachers will be Mike McElhany, Kevin Francis and Jake Miller. Everyone is welcome
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October
Mount Jefferson Child Development Center will have Open House to celebrate their rebranded name “Stepping Stones Early Learning Academy” Friday, Oct. 2nd from 4:30-6:30pm @ 626 Ashe Central School Rd. in Jefferson. Light refreshments will be served & T-Shirts will be available for purchase. Everyone is invited to stop by
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The next Ashe Outreach Ministries Fish Fry is Friday, Oct. 2nd 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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Beaver Creek Class of 1967 will have their Class Reunion Dinner Friday, October 2nd @ 5pm @ Mountain Aire Steak & Seafood. All classmates are encouraged to attend
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The Ashe County Democratic Party will hold a Candidate Forum on Friday October 2nd from 6:30-7:30pm at the Ashe Arts Council d’town W.J. Come meet and discuss issues with Caroline Renfro and Les Colvard, candidates for County Commissioner. There may be other candidates there as well. All are welcome
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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. Oct. 3rd. For info email Rocky at gr**********@***il.com
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The Keep Ashe Beautiful Fall Litter Sweep will be Sat. Oct. 3rd meeting at the turnaround next to the Baldwin convenience center on Hwy 221 @ 9am. Grabbers, trash bags & gloves will be provided. Pizza & first beverage will be provided afterward at New River Brewing
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New Creation Baldwin Church will have their 4th Annual Freedom Fest Sunday, Oct. 4th from 12-4pm @ 527 Ashe Park Rd. with Food, Games, Horse Rides & more. This is a Free Event & Everyone is welcome
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Bald Mountain Baptist Church will host The Persecuted Church Conference Sunday, Oct. 4th from 5-7pm with guest speakers from France & Iraq. Nursery available for ages 4 and under, snacks will be provided. This event is open to the public. All are welcome
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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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Prosperity Baptist Church on West Brushy Fork Rd. will have Revival Services October 4th with speaker Bro. David Garland; Oct. 5-8 with Bro. Lloyd Day. Special singing each night
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The Lost Province Center for Cultural Arts (LPCCA) will have a night of Music & Cheer to raise funds for the renovation of the Lansing School on Sunday, Oct. 4th from 6-9pm @ Craft Bistro at 8 East Main St. in W.J. Tickets available @ lostprovincearts.org & include a 4-Course Meal & Wine Pairing. Enjoy music by The Wild Hares
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Greene’s Chapel Church on Silas Creek Rd. in Lansing, will have Revival Oct. 4-7 @ 7pm nightly with different preachers & singers each night. Sunday, Oct. 4th Bro. Steve Ashley will preach with guest singers, Calvary Reflections. Everyone is welcome
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The Wilkes Agricultural Fair will be Oct. 7 – 10 at the North Wilkesboro Rotary Club’s Worth Evan Tomlinson Fairgrounds behind Cooks in West Park. Oct. 7, 8, 9 gates open at 5pm. Sat. Oct. 10th, gates open at 3pm. There’ll be carnival rides, magic shows, games & food with the new attraction, The Stone Age Show with lifelike dinosaurs. For info visit wilkesfair.com
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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 Today, Oct. 8th @ 1pm. All Novice & Experienced Quilters are welcome
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Stroll the streets of D’Town WJ for the “Gallery Crawl” Friday, Oct. 9th 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 Ashe Co. Cooperative & Farmers Market will have its Annual Fall festival Sat. Oct. 10th from 8-1 on the Backstreet. Enjoy Fall Harvest Soups, Baked Goodies, the Friends of the Library Wooly Worm Races and much more
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Nov. 14th; Dec. 12th
Warrensville Baptist Church will have their Food Pantry Open Saturday Oct. 10th from 9:30 – 11am. All in need are welcome
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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. October 10th 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 Parks & Recreation will host the “Fall Youth Trout Derby” Saturday, Oct 17th from 7-12 @ Ashe Park for age groups (1-4), (5-10) & (11-15). Fishing supplies will be handed out as needed. There’s no cost to enter. For more info call 336-982-6185
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The Ashe County Republican Women will host a Meet & Greet Republican Candidate Forum Saturday, October 17th @ 1pm @ The Lansing Barn in the Creeper Trail Park. There’ll be a Question & Answer Session with Republican Candidates on current issues affecting our state and our community
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The Ashe Co. Mental Health Forum will hold a One-Hour Presentation Sunday, Oct. 25th @ 2pm for anyone who has experienced loss to suicide providing information, resources, and guidance. Available In-Person, or Virtually. Register by Oct. 25th by Texting 828-414-1146 or by email to: As*******************@***il.com
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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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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
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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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PSA
Ashe Really Cares is in need of volunteers for clothing and food sorting especially on Tuesday and Friday. If you would like to volunteer, contact Director Billy Norris at 336-846-5234
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