We may be in the middle of a deep freeze, but events are rolling out the red carpet in Columbus County to keep all the movers and shakers warm. Many organizations are planning their Valentines Day and spring gatherings, so be sure to check out The Good News each week, so you don’t miss anything going on near you.
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The Community Art Journey will be offering two opportunities this week to relax and focus on mental wellness this week. The center will have open studio days today, Jan. 28, and tomorrow, Jan. 29, from 1-3 p.m.
You can bring your own paint and supplies or use theirs to connect and create with free use of the studio space. The facility is located at 112 F Hillcrest Plaza in Lake Waccamaw.
The Columbus County Beekeepers Association will be holding Beginning Beekeeping School starting Jan. 30-Feb. 2. at the N.C. Cooperative Extension in Whiteville. The Jan. 30 session will meet from 6-9 p.m., the gathering on Jan. 31 will run from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., and the wrap-up will be Feb. 1 from 9 a.m.- 1 p.m.
The cost is $70 and includes county and state membership. The fee does not cover the book, and those who planned to attend are encouraged to purchase ‘Beekeeping for Dummies’ through Amazon or Dandant.
The class will also cover material for the written and practical exam for those seeking to get their N.C. Beekeeping Certification, but you don’t have to take the exam to enjoy the program. The required PPE field day will be held at a later date.
Spots are limited, and preregistration is required. Contact Barry Chadwick at 910.317.0173 or email him at barry@ccbeeclub.com for more information. To find out how to pay via Venmo, Paypal, or Cash App, visit www.ccbeeclub.com. The extension is located at 45 Government Complex Drive.
The Angel House in Whiteville provides a comforting environment during difficult times to patients and their loved ones, and your generosity can help ensure that families have access to food and refreshments during visits. The Care Center Family Kitchen needs donations of canned sodas, bottled water, individual bags of chips, Little Debbie Cakes, individually wrapped cookies, Lance Crackers, and K-cups for the Keurig coffee maker.
The donations can be dropped off at 206 Warrior Trail in Whiteville any day of the week between 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Go to the side entrance and ring the bell. If you have any questions, please call Karen Fowler at 910.642.9051 or 910.840.1258.
The January meeting of the Women’s Ministry Union will be on Jan. 31 at 11 a.m. at Happy Home Missionary Baptist Church. All women are invited to attend to attend even if your church is not active in the WMU. Light refreshments will be served after the meeting.
Please contact Beth Dorsch to RSVP at 910.234.0695. Happy Home is located at 2670 Happy Home Road in Nakina.
Palmyra Missionary Baptist Church will be hosting the Men’s Wildlife fellowship dinner on Saturday, Feb. 7, at 4 p.m. All Baptist men from area churches are encouraged to attend. Pastor Chris Stanley will be the guest speaker. The church can be found at 12753 New Britton Highway East in Old Dock.
Mark your calendars for Sunday, Feb. 8, at 3 p.m. for a book signing with author T.A. Spencer and his new novel ‘Where the Cypress Weeps.’ The program will be held at the Lake Waccamaw Depot in collaboration with the museum, library, and several book clubs in the area. Refreshments will be served after the program.
The museum can be found at 201 Flemington Drive in the town of Lake Waccamaw.
Finders Keepers Thrift Store in Whiteville is now collecting donations of new baby essentials for the Living Hope Pregnancy Center. Items needed include diapers, wipes, baby wash and shampoo, and onesies (new with tags).
The drive will end on Feb. 9, and donations can be dropped off at the store located at 1138 South Madison Street in Whiteville.
If you’re still making plans for Valentines Day with your loved one, then consider planning a dinner date for a good cause. The Lightkeepers at Safe Harbor Baptist Church will be hosting a spaghetti dinner fundraiser to support their youth group.
The event will be held on Feb. 14 at 3 p.m. at the church, and you can dine in or carry out. Plates are $10 each and include spaghetti, salad, dessert, and your choice of tea, lemonade, or water. The church’s address is 27001 Andrew Jackson Highway in Delco.
The Columbus County Farmers Market will be hosting their Valentines Day event on Feb. 14 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Celebrate love, local flavor, and fresh finds with produce, handmade crafts and gifts, sweet treats, and baked goods.
While picking out those last-minute goodies for your sweetheart, you can also plan a surprise dinner. Pre-order Valentines Day meals will also be available at the market.
If you would like to peddle your wares as a vendor or sell your good eats with a food truck this year, you can contact CCFM via their Facebook page. They can be found at 132 Government Complex Drive in Whiteville.
The Family Birthing Center at Columbus Regional Healthcare System is inviting expectant mothers in their third trimester and their partners to attend birthing classes at the facility. Space is limited, but they will accommodate all interested participants.
The class will include topics like what to expect during your birth experience, the benefits of breastfeeding and how to be successful, a tour of the center, and a meet and greet with the staff. Refreshments will be served at each session.
The event is free, and each session will run from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Classes are scheduled for Feb. 21, March 21, April 18, May 23, June 13, July 18, Aug. 15, Sept. 19, Oct. 17, Nov. 14, and Dec. 12.
To register or for more information, call Heather Nobles at 910.625.4785 or send her an email at heather.nobles8990@gmail.com. Classes will meet at Baldwin Woods OB-GYN located at 221 Jefferson Street in Whiteville.
The sixteenth annual Southern Farm Days will be back March 20-22 at the Boys and Girls Home of NC Horse Complex. Columbus County News will be live during the event, and we would love to spotlight your small business.
If you are interested in sponsoring a live stream or would like to be featured as a vendor during Farm Days, message us via the CCN Facebook page. We can’t wait to hear from you.
With a new year comes new opportunities and food bank resources in Columbus County throughout the whole month. The follow is a listing of organizations, their addresses, and the days they are available.
- MWUYF opens every second Tuesday at 10 a.m. at 1795 Woodyard Road in Sandyfield. *Also open every third Thursday*
- Facts of Life Church is open every Wednesday at 11 a.m. at 24678 Peacock Road in Tabor City. *Also open every third Friday at 10 a.m.*
- Lifesavers Outreach is also open every Wednesday from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at 3440 James B. White Highway South in Whiteville
- St. Paul A.M.E. Zion Church is open every Thursday at 11 a.m. at 507 Money Hole Road in Bolton.
- Living Word Church is also open every Thursday from 2-5 p.m. at 98 Old Chadbourn Highway in Chadbourn.
- Facts of Life Campus 2 is open every Saturday from 2-4 p.m. at 506 North Lee Street in Whiteville.
- Jerusalem Baptist Church is open every third Saturday from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at 6224 Chadbourn Highway in Chadbourn.
- Lake Waccamaw Food Ministry is open every fourth Saturday of the month from 9-10 a.m. at the First Baptist Church of Lake Waccamaw located at 300 Sam Potts Highway.
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