Local events
Published 2:41 pm Tuesday, August 8, 2023
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Fundraisers
Saturday, Aug. 12
Community breakfast, Farmington Methodist, Farmington Road, Mocksville, 7-10 a.m. Pork tenderloin, sausage, eggs, grits, sausage gravy, apples, hash brown casserole, biscuits, beverages. Donations accepted.
Reunions
Saturday, Sept. 9
Davie High School Class of 1963, 60th-year reunion, arrive at noon, lunch at 1, Junker’s Barn, 136 Triple J Lane, Mocksville. $20 per person. RSVP by text or call Bob Crotts by Aug. 26, 336-816-1900.
Friday, Sept. 22
Davie High Class of 1973, 50th year reunion, The Farmhouse at Gemini Branch, 3320 NC 801 N., Mocksville. Meet at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 7. $35 per person, $45 at door. Checks to DCHS Class of ‘73 at venue address. 336-909-3754, 336-830-5123.
Religion
Saturday, Aug. 12
Vacation Bible School, Turrentine Baptist Church, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Lunch served, whole family welcome. Explore Babylon and Daniel’s courage in captivity.
Ongoing
Center Methodist Preschool enrolling 2, 3, 4 year olds. 336-751-5853.
AWANA, youth meetings, Victory Baptist, 160 Midway St., Cooleemee, Sundays 5:30 p.m.
Special Events
Saturday, Aug. 12
Free Breakfast, BBQ chicken for lunch, Just Hope Thrift Store, Salisbury Rd., Mocksville. Free breakfast 9-10:30, sponsored by Agape Homecare Solutions; and $12 BBQ chicken plates beginning at 11:30 a.m. Donations needed, especially men’s and boy’s clothing.
Sept. 8-9
Davie Farm Fest, Masonic Picnic Grounds (off N. Main behind the Brock, Mocksville.) 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday. On site parade 2 p.m. Saturday. Tractor show, vendors, games, activities, kid’s pedal pull, farm and livestock demonstrations. Entertainment by Shoulder 2 Shoulder 5-8 p.m. Friday and Gaining Ground, 10-11 a.m. Saturday and Hazy Ridge, 12:30-2 p.m. www.daviefarmfest.org.
Ongoing
Scout Troop 9555G, 6:30 p.m. second and fourth Tuesdays of each month, Center Methodist, 1857 US 64 W.
Tech Tuesdays, Davie County Public Library, 371 N. Main St., Mocksville. Get assistance with tech devices, 10 a.m.-noon and 2-4 p.m. Register for appointment: http://bit.ly/DCPLTECHJAZ. Learn more by calling 336-753-6033 or emailing jbaylor@daviecountync.gov.
BoTyme Jam, country, bluegrass and gospel music, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Thursdays, Farmington Community Center, Farmington Road, Mocksville. $3, musicians admitted free.
Meetings
Ongoing
Sheffield-Calahaln Vol. Fire Dept., Monday nights at 7.
NAMI family support group for confidential support for families with persons with diagnosed mental illness. Via Zoom second and fourth Tuesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. missjulieysl@gmail.com.
Disabled American Veterans Davie Chapter 75, first Monday of each month, 6 p.m., DAV Building, 1958 US 601 S., Mocksville. 336-749-8347.
Seniors
All events are sponsored by Davie Senior Services. For more information or to register, call 336-753-6230. The main campus at 278 Meroney St. is open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. The health and fitness center at the Brock Recreation Center at 644 N. Main St. is open from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Thursday, and 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Fridays.
1st, 3rd Tuesdays
Email, computer basics, 10-11:30 a.m. With Davie Public Library.
Friday, Aug. 11
Foot Care with nurse Kathy Najdek, 10 a.m.-2:45 p.m., Brock Gym. Appointment reuired.
Crafternoon- Sugar Scrubs, 2 p.m. at public library.
Monday, Aug. 14
Lung Cancer Seminar, 10 a.m. with Angie Swaim and Morgan Galbe of the Novant Health Derrick L. Davis Cancer Institute.
Thursday, Aug. 17
Ombudsman?, 10 a.m. with Tracy Warner, Piedmont Triad Regional Council. Can assist with care in long term facility.
Senior Book Club, 2 p.m. at public library with Ginny Hinkle.’
Friday, Aug. 18
Welcome to Medicare Luncheon, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. with Michelle Ellis, SHIIP coordinator.
Monday, Aug. 21
Are bonds still your friend? 10 a.m. with Ralph Milelr of Allegacy Credit Union.
Monthly movie, 1 p.m., with popcorn.
Tuesday, Aug. 22
Theatre Club, 1 p.m. with Mike Garner. Discuss theatrical and trip options.
Thursday, Aug. 24
Good Health Club, 1 p.m. with Stacey Southern, nutrition coordinator.
Friday, Aug. 25
Crafternoon – Zen Gardens, 2 p.m. at public library with Rachel Nelson.
Tuesday, Aug. 29
Spa Day, 10 a.m. with Monica Morrison. Mini-makeovers.
Thursday, Aug. 31
Beach Party, 2 p.m. Refreshments and entertainment by Paul Moore with shagging demo.
Ongoing
Brock Senior Steppers, s Brock Gym, open 8-10 each morning and other times with no programs. Register and count steps for monthly and yearly prizes.
Coffee & Caregiving, Tuesdays 10 a.m. via Zoom. Interact with other caregivers, ask staff member Kelly Sloan questions. Open to caregivers of all ages.
Quilting, Tuesdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Bring own supplies
Crocheting, Wednesdays, 9-11 a.m. with Theresa Manak and Sara Cioffi. Bring own supplies.
Woodcarving, Wednesdays, 9-noon with Tim Trudgeon, $8.75 for new students to cover initial supplies.
Art Class, Mondays, 9 a.m.-noon with Jo Robinson. Beginning to advanced.
Live Music
Thursday, Aug. 10
William Kiley, 6 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.
Saturday, Aug. 12
Hawthorne Curve, Thrive benefit, 6 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.
Sunday, Aug. 13
Morgan ‘N Austin acoustic, 2 p.m., The Station, Downtown Mocksville.
Friday, Aug. 18
Incognito, 7 p.m., The Station, Downtown Mocksville.
James Vincent Carroll, 5:30-8:30 p.m., RayLen Vineyards & Winery, US 158, Mocksville.
Saturday, Aug. 19
Adam & Avery, 6 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.
Friday, Aug. 25
Exit 180, 6 p.m. Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.
Saturday, Aug. 26
Tin Can Alley, 6 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.
Saturday, Sept. 2
Cat 5, Southside Saints, 6 p.m., Davie Community Park, US 601 S., Mocksville.
Saturday, Oct. 7
Jim Quick and Coastline, Jake Haldenvang, 6 p.m., Davie Community Park, US 601 S., Mocksville.