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Be Someone’s Hero- 48 Hours of Giving for the J. Smith Young YMCA
Be Someone’s Hero, 48 Hours of Giving is a hyper-focused two-day giving event beginning on November 9th, designed to highlight the J. Smith Young YMCA’s Annual Giving Campaign.
Groups to host FREE Thanksgiving Day Meals
Last year several local groups joined together to not only provide turkeys, but so much more. Davidson County Compassion Inspiring Action, Carolina Senior Care, Scout Metals and Davidson Local are teaming up for the second year to serve warm meals with a side of compassion.
Angel Tree program provides joy for local children and families in need
The Salvation Army’s 2022 Angel Tree program is officially kicking off November 1 st . This year The Salvation Army of Davidson County has committed to providing gifts to almost 1,100 children and over 400 families. The Angel Tree Program provides new clothing and toys for children of families in need through the support of community donors.
Anything For Our Youth Group to host Halloween Party
The annual Halloween Safe Alternative Youth Party festivities is hosted by Anything For Our Youth Group & American Legion Post #255 (Lexington, NC). This event is intended to provide a safe environment for youth, as well as parents who want their kids to dress up and enjoy Halloween, trick or treating, with safety in mind.
Domestic Violence: Loss of grant funding impacts those filing protective orders
Family Services of Davidson County (FSDC) on September 30 ended its expanded advocacy program which provided support and advocacy during the electronic filing of domestic violence protective orders. Loss of funding through the Governor’s Crime Commissions forced the end of services.
Piedmont Fresh offers local produce and products for pick up
In the midst of growing grocery delivery services, Piedmont Fresh is making it easier for local folks to order their favorite seasonal local produce, pasture-raised meats and artisan favorites.
Community Candlelight Vigil to remember victims of Domestic Violence
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and local organizers say it’s essential to not “look away.”
Barrier Awareness event challenges perceptions
Community members are invited to challenge themselves to walk in the shoes of their neighbors: those with disabilities. For the fourth year, The Arc has partnered with local agencies to offer an opportunity to navigate Lexington as a person with a visual or hearing disability, or a mobility or developmental disability.
United Way of Davidson County names 2022 Benefactor Honorees
The Board of Directors of United Way of Davidson County and leadership donors across Davidson County will honor Todd and Jodi Hunt at the 2022 Benefactors Reception on Friday, October 7 at Sapona Country Club.
DC First Hope Ministries hosting annual pancake breakfast on Saturday
Davidson County First Hope Ministries, formerly known as Crisis Ministry of Davidson County is having their annual Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser this Saturday September 24, 2022.
Garden Window Farm to host farm to table event on Sat, Oct 16
Garden Window Farm, located in Denton, is hosting an outdoor farm-to-table dinner with Mano Bella Artisan Foods and Piccione Vineyards on Oct 16, starting at 5 p.m. at 1128 Surratt Rd. Tickets are on sale for $120 per person.
Clean Sweep Sept 17th, Davidson County Creek Week Reception Sept 21st
Celebrate Davidson County Creek Week and the 50th Anniversary of the Clean Water Act with Bob Timberlake and the Yadkin Riverkeeper!
HOSPICE to host virtual grief and loss event
Hospice of Davidson County, a recognized leader in the advancement of quality end-of-life care across the Piedmont Triad region, is excited to host its Eleventh Annual Professional Conference on Grief and Loss. The 2022 Annual Conference will be held virtually on Thursday, October 6 from 9am – 3pm.
The Salvation Army of Davidson County prepares to open registration for Christmas assistance
“We are gearing up to begin this holiday season and ready to enjoy all the festivities and many ways of celebrating life and love in our community. The Salvation Army Angel Tree ® program is a huge part of that for us. Connecting resources to bring holiday cheer to so many” says Major Whitney Morton of The Salvation Army Davidson County Corps.
Grace Episcopal Church open registration for youth chorus
Registration fees are $180 (which includes a t-shirt) for the 12-week fall semester and parents can register their children online through the Arts Academy at Grace website. Scholarships are available. Applications are included on the website. For more information, go to https://gracelexingtonnc.org/arts-academy
Careers: Hospice of Davidson County
Did you know that Hospice of Davidson County offers full food services for patients and their families? When patients are cared for at the Hinkle Hospice House, they are provided 3 fresh meals a day. Families can also partake in the meal options as they spend time with their loved ones.
Owens and Minor golf tournament benefits United Way of Davidson County
Owens & Minor and United Way of Davidson County are teaming up once again to host their 2022 golf tournament on Friday, September 9th, at Lexington Golf Club, 200 Country Club Blvd, Lexington, North Carolina.
The tournament will be a four-person captain’s choice format. This year there will be morning and afternoon rounds starting at 8:45 am and 1:30 pm. Check-in for each round will be 30 minutes prior to the start. The cost is $75 per person or $300 per team. This price includes lunch, one mulligan per player per side, and one tee buster per player per round. If we see enough interest, we will add an afternoon round to avoid slow play. The deadline for registration is August 31.
The Wilkerson Family honored by Civitan District
Robert, Lori and Stephanie Wilkerson of Davidson County were honored as the 2021-22 Distinguished Civitan Family by North Carolina District West Civitan. Criteria for the family award include activities in Civitan, church and community. The district also presented Stephanie Wilkerson with The Honor Key Award for 2022. She served as the growth and retention chair this past year for the district and earned the outstanding cabinet member award. In May she had received the