Master Gardener’s 16th Garden Tour. The tour returns after a two year absence on Saturday, June 4th and Sunday, June 5th. Today’s featured gardens are two on Chestnut Street.
All in Community Events
Lexington’s Juneteenth Celebration to focus on history, culture and art
On Saturday, June 18th, Anything for Our Youth, in collaboration with City of Lexington Utilities, Davidson Local will host the event. Admission is free to the public. Food and craft vendors will have select items for sale.
Local Girl Scout brings teen PRIDE Parade to Lexington
The Teen Pride Parade will be on Saturday, June 4. Here’s how it will go: At 1 p.m., participants will gather at the historic St. Stephen United Methodist Church’s lawn to make signs that express their beliefs during the walk. At 2 p.m., they’ll walk on the sidewalks in uptown Lexington. Then, they’ll return to the First Reformed United Church of Christ (FRUCC) Fellowship Hall at 3 p.m. to hear from speakers—including Rev. Elizabeth Horton, Rev. Dr. Arnetta Beverly, a representative from PFLAG, and Miller herself—as well as engage in community building activities. Snacks will be provided.
Republic Light hosts Jonathan Uzcategui
Republic Light hosts Jonathan Uzcategui on 100 county tour.
Salvation Army: Dinner of Champions
Though the times and seasons change, we still are reminded each day that it still takes a village to raise a child. There is not a greater investment than the heart and life of a young child.
June 4th through 5th Master Gardener Tour: Grimes Park area
Delight your senses and inspire the gardener in you at Davidson County Extension Master Gardener’s 16th Garden Tour. The tour returns after a two-year absence on Saturday, June 4th and Sunday, June 5th.
Pools to open for the season: Make a splash in Lexington
About Lexington Parks and Recreation – Lexington Parks and Recreation offers athletics, recreational activities, and special events for all ages throughout the year. The department also operates and maintains 22 parks, offering a wealth of outdoor fun including playgrounds, courts, walking trails, athletic fields, green spaces, and aquatic parks.
Know Your Farmers: Cows are known by their names at Snider’s Dairy Farm
The motto for Snider’s Dairy Farm, “Where every animal is treated like a pet,” is fitting for this third-generation family farm that is part of the 2022 Davidson County Farm Tour, a community and education outreach event hosted by Davidson County Local Food Network.
Mayoral Candidates face off at April 19th Forum
Community questions for candidates are rolling in and The Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce and Davidson Local are teaming up to share more about local candidates. For those who attended Chamber forums in the past, expect a few twists on the traditional format.
Community Shred Day
Lexington Utilities is hosting a Community Shred Day.
Groups partner for Earth Day Cleanup in Uptown Lexington
Organizers nationally and locally are calling for a partnership with our planet this Earth Day. Earth Day 2022 will be observed on April 22nd with a cleanup in Uptown Lexington from 4pm to 6pm on The Square.
Cheers to 200 Years! Bicentennial Brews: Beverages and Events
Together the Davidson County Historical Museum, Visit Lexington, and the Thomasville Tourism Commission are inviting local breweries, wineries, cideries, coffee shops, bars, and restaurants to offer a special-edition beverage release commemorating the Davidson County Bicentennial. Qualifying special-edition beverages could include new recipes but also label and non-label releases. Inspiration behind commemorative beverages could include, but is not limited to, a place, person, object, or event in local history and can include themes that predate the founding of the county. The possibilities are endless! If desired, the museum is available to provide research assistance and inspiration behind your special-edition beverage.
Into The Woods: Lexington Live
The Brother’s Grimm hit the stage with an epic fairy tale about wishes, family and the choices we make. Into The Woods: Fri May 13, 2022 - Sun May 15, 2022.
Introducing the "Know Your Farmer" series!
The 2022 Davidson County Farm Tour is a community and education outreach event hosted by Davidson County Local Food Network (DCLFN). DCLFN is the county's food council which is a network composed of farmers, food producers, health advocates who work towards building an equitable and resilient food system for the health and economic welfare of the community.
Family Services of Davidson County celebrating 25 years of service in 2022
Family Services of Davidson County (FSDC) is celebrating 25 years of service to our community this year with a full slate of activities and the unveiling of a new logo.
Need your car seat checked? TFD has you covered
The Thomasville Police Department will be providing safety checks on April 7.
Want to serve others and your community? First Reformed UCC welcomes you
Are you looking for a new way to help others, serve your community, give back, or act on your faith? First Reformed United Church of Christ in Uptown Lexington manages more than a dozen community services or ministries that need community members like you so that we can grow and serve even more people. You do not need to attend First Reformed or even go to church at all to participate and serve your community. All are welcome!
Meet the moderators for The Lexington City Council forum on April 5th
Community questions for candidates are rolling in and The Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce and Davidson Local are teaming up to help you hear more about local candidates. For those who attended Chamber forums in the past, expect a few twists on their traditional format. This will include multiple moderators.
NC Poet Laureate coming to Lexington
Jaki Shelton Green, North Carolina’s Poet Laureate, will present a reading of her poetry, April 5, 2022, at 7 p.m., in the Fellowship Hall of First Baptist Church, 201 W. 3rd Ave., Lexington, N.C. The event is free and open to the public and sponsored by Friends of the Lexington Library.
Welcome, NC annual Easter Parade is coming
Welcome Easter Parade returns with a familiar face, Dr. Max Walser.