Local Events

Published 10:51 am Tuesday, April 16, 2024

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Fundraisers

Saturday, April 20

Breakfast fundraiser, Center Methodist, 1857 US 64 W., Mocksville, 7-10 a.m. Proceeds to Caleb Williams, teen suffering from liver cancer.

Community breakfast, Wesley Chapel UMC, Pino Rd. off NC 801, 6:30-10 a.m. Eggs, sausage, country ham, gravies, apples, biscuits, grits, juice, coffee. Donations accepted. Terrylynn nuts available.

Saturday, April 27

Fundraiser breakfast, Advance VFW 8719, 130 Feed Mill Rd., 7-11 a.m., eat in or take out. Biscuits, gravy, grits, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage.

Reunions

Saturday, May 11

Harmony School Alumni Assoc., Rose Chapel Methodist, 813 Turnersburg Hwy., Statesville. Social hour at 4, dinner at 5, beef, chicken, veggies, desserts. $20. RSVP to Carolyn Anderson at 704-838-3374 or Wanda Stafford at 704-876-4241.

Special Events

Saturday, April 20

Plant Sale, Davie High School Greenhouse, War Eagle Drive, Mocksville, 9 a.m.-noon. Vegetables, flowers, student-designed baskets. Proceeds to support school agriculture programs.

Thursday, April 25

Military Night, the History Room at Davie County Public Library, 7 p.m. Speakers to include Bill Dewalt talking about Union soldiers in the Civil War from Davie and this area; and Davie High teacher Zach Wood speaking on capturing war stories. Military artifacts including Civil War bayonet, gun and letters home.

Saturday, April 27

Electronic Recycling Day, free recycling of used electronic devices, 8 a.m.-noon, Davie Convenience Center, 360 Dalton Rd., Mocksville.

Walk for A Cure for MS, 10 a.m., The Park at Lake Louise, 2251 US 64 E., Mocksville. Participation free, donations welcome. Checks to: National MS Society; mail to: Joel Edwards, 177 Reserve Drive, Mocksville, NC 27028,

May 2-3

Master Gardener Plant Sale, Thursday 3-7 p.m., Friday 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Masonic Picnic Grounds, 201 Poplar St., Mocksville. Cash or check only. Proceeds to scholarship and to community projects.

May 10-11

Book Sale, Davie County Public Library, 371 N. Main St., Mocksville; 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday; and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday.

Friday, May 17

Red Cross Blood Drive, Farmington Masonic Lodge, 149 Cemetery Rd., Mocksville, 12:30-5 p.m. Set appointment at 1-800-733-2767 or RedCrossBlood.org (sponsor code: FarmingtonMasons).

Ongoing

Board games, Davie Public Library, N. Main St., Mocksville, Wednesdays 2-4 p.m. Open to a few adults who want to play Ticket to Ride and other board game7s. Call Carol-lee, 512-988-7677.

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.

Friday, April 19

Crafternoon: Handprint Paper Lilies, 2 p.m. at public library with Rachel Nelson.

Senior Prom: A Night Under the Stars, 6-8 p.m. at the Brock. Mobile Jukebox, refreshments. Dress clothes suggested.

Monday, April 22

What’s Cooking: Foods, Facts & Helpful Home Hacks, 1 p.m.

Tuesday, April 23

Gardening Talk & Plant Exchange, 10 a.m. with speaker, Susan Hawkins, Davie Extension agent.

Thursday, April 25

Silverarts Art Show, 5-6 p.m. at public library.

Friday, April 26

Spring Fling Puzzle Day & Exchange, 10 a.m. Bring puzzles with all pieces for exchanges with others.

Tuesday, April 30

Bingo, 1 p.m. sponsored by Skyline National Bank.

Thursday, May 2

Veterans Social, 8 a.m., also sponsored by Veterans Services and Trellis. Socialization and refreshments for veterans.

Chat With Sr., Tar Heel delegate, 10 a.m.

Diabetes & Nutrition, 1 p.m. with Kathy Crotts of Kidney Nutrition Care Center.

Friday, May 3

Grandparents & Me, 10 a.m. In coordination with SmartStart, for those with or without grandchildren etc.

Bunco, 1 p.m.

Crafternoon – Birdseed Ornaments, 2 p.m. at public library with rachel Nelson.

May 6-11

Chik-fil-A Gallons for Good, $1 to Davie Sr. Services for every gallon of tea, lemonade, Sunjoy purchased at Bermuda Run location, 260 NC 801.

Monday, May 6

Parkinson’s Support Group, 2-3 pm.., with Laura McNeill of Amneal speaking on thriving with Parkinson’s.

Tuesday, May 7

Blood Pressure Screenings, 10 a.m.

Thursday, May 9

Senior Services @ The Bridge, 197 Main St., Cooleemee, 10 a.m.

Memory Cafe, 2 p.m. with social worker Kelly Sloan. For those with Alzheimers or dementia and their caregivers.

Friday, May 10

Foot Care, 10 a.m.-2:45 p.m., by appointment at Brock Campus. Not a pedicure.

Mother/Daughter Banquet, 6 p.m. Bring daughter, granddaughter, nieces or friend of any age. Entertainment by Ms. Sr. NC Jennifer Tuttle Gentle, accompanied by Don Tuttle.

Monday, May 13

Sleep Hygiene Seminar, 10 a.m. with Leigh Hammond of Novant Health. Also via Zoom.

Wednesday, May 15

Caring with Cards, 1 p.m. with social worker, Tara Harper. Make homemade cards for homebound meal recipients.

Advanced Care Planning Workshop, 1 p.m. with rep from Trellis.

Crafting Extravaganza, 1 p.m. Bring own crafts, no formal instruction.

Thursday, May 16

Senior Book Club, 12:302 p.m. at public library with Genny Hinkle.

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.

Live Music

Fridays

Bluegrass, 6-8 p.m., MawMaw’s Kitchen, 2076 US 601 S., Mocksville.

Saturday, April 20

Tin Can Alley, 6-9 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.

Thursday, April 25

James Vincent Carroll, 6:30 p.m. at Bike Night, 601 Burgers & Brews, US 601 N., Mocksville.

Michael Chaney, 6-9 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.

Saturday, April 27

Davie Band Day with Camel City Yacht Club, Too Much Sylvia and The Extraordinaires, 3 p.m., Davie Community Park, US 601 S., Mocksville. Doors open at 2. Tickets, $15 adults, available on Davie High band website, $20 at the gate. Students admitted for $10 at the gate with presentation ov student ID.)

James Vincent Carroll, 6-9 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.

Friday, May 3

S2S, 7 p.m., The Station, Downtown Mocksville.

Jon Montgomery, 6-9 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.

Saturday, May 4

Brad Ratledge, O’Calahans, Downtown Mocksville, Kentucky Derby watch party, 5:30-10 p.m.

Whiskey Mic, 6-9 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.

Friday, May 10

Taylor Mason, 7 p.m., The Station, Downtown Mocksville.

Saturday, May 11

Josh Jennings, 7 p.m., The Station, Downtown Mocksville.

SoundKraft Amped, 6-9 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.

Friday, May 17

Liam Pendergrass, 7 p.m., The Station, Downtown Mocksville.

GoRyanGo, 6-9 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.

Saturday, May 18

Jeremiah Barr, 7 p.m., The Station, Downtown Mocksville.

Tyler Millard Duo, 6-9 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.

Friday, May 24

Brad Ratledge, 7 p.m., The Station, Downtown Mocksville.

Darrell Hoots, 6-9 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.

Saturday, May 25

Joe’s Cousin, 7 p.m., The Station, Downtown Mocksville.

Pushin’ Georgia, 6-9 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.

Thursday, May 30

Ea$y MoNEy, 6 p.m., 601 Burgers & Brews, US 601 N., Mocksville.

Friday, May 31

Sourwood Honey, 7 p.m., The Station, Downtown Mocksville.