Tis the season, and as Thanksgiving approaches, plans for Christmas are also making their way into Columbus County. Celebrate Veterans Day, head out to a turkey shoot, sign up to ride in a parade, and find out how you can grab some sweet treats on Black Friday. We have it all right here in The Good News.
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Daisy Vereen Brooks and the Facts of Life Community Outreach Program hosts their Nourish Hope distribution event every Wednesday at 11 a.m. to N.C. and S.C. residents. The food drive is held at the church located at 24678 Peacock Road in Tabor City. For more info, visit their website at www.factsoflifeoutreach.org.
Columbus Regional Healthcare Systems made a big donation to one of the county’s most charitable organizations last week. The Columbus Baptist Association received a truckload of food for their Backpack Buddy Program courtesy of CRHS. This contribution will help feed children over the weekend who otherwise may not have a meal until they return to school again on Monday.
The Veterans Memorial Park of America will have their first annual Veterans Rally on Nov. 14 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the park. They will have Veterans Stand Down members in attendance, and craft and food vendors will be onsite for everyone’s shopping pleasure.
Entertainment will be going on throughout the day, and veterans’ benefit and resource information will be available for those in need.
Registration for the Freedom Isn’t Free motorcycle ride will be from 8:30-9:45 a.m. with kickstands down at 10 a.m. A cruise-in car show will also start at 11:30 a.m. The VMPA can be found at 6354 James B. White Highway South in Whiteville.
The 26th annual St. James Festival will be on Nov. 14 from 11:30 a.m.-until. The day will include a parade at 11:30 a.m., games, a car show, food, entertainment, arts and crafts, face painting, a 50/50 raffle, and a bouncy house.
Non-food vendors can set up at the festival for $30. Those interested can call Kim at 910.840.0434 or Marie at 910.918.4418. The event will be held at the St. Jame Volunteer Fire Department located at 3203 Old Northeast Road in Lake Waccamaw.
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 the following dates:
Nov. 14
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.
Crossroads Church will have their Christmas Market on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at the church. There will be Christmas decor, handmade crafts and gifts, baked goods and bread, food and drinks, stocking stuffers, and so much more up for grabs. Photo opportunities will also be available for a $25 donation.
Breakfast and lunch will also be served all day at the event. Vendors are invited to sign up to sale their items for $25. Contact the church via their Facebook page to find out how. Crossroads Church can be found at 87 Southwood Road in Whiteville.
The Whiteville Police Department will be hosting a blood drive with the American Red Cross on Friday, Nov. 20 from 12:30-5:30 p.m. The event will be held at the Vineland Station Depot. The venue can be found at 701 South Madison Street in Whiteville.
Hallsboro United Methodist Church will be having a Christmas craft and vendor fair on Saturday, Nov. 21, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The event will feature a variety of local crafters, artisans, and small businesses. Visitors can shop locally for unique gifts, enjoy food and fellowship, and support folks in the community.
They are still accepting a limited number of vendors for the fair. Those who are interested in selling at the event can call 571.232.8680. The church can be found at 2803 Hallsboro Road South.
The Lake Waccamaw Food Ministry is currently raising funds to purchase turkeys for area families for its November food drive. The goal is to raise $2,000 for every family who comes to the distribution so that they can bring home a bird for their Thanksgiving table.
If you would like to make a donation to this cause, please send a check payable to Lake Waccamaw Food Ministry, P.O. Box 64, Lake Waccamaw, N.C, 28450.
Lake Waccamaw Fire and Rescue and Lake Waccamaw Police Department will be hosting a Boston butt sale. Pickup will be on Nov. 25 from 3-6 p.m. at the fire station. Tickets are $30 each, and you can pick up yours at Village Prescription Pharmacy or message Kimberly Finch via Facebook Messenger.
Black Friday is fast approaching, and Downtown Whiteville is asking you to shop locally and join them for Plaid and Pastries on Nov. 27. Rock your favorite plaid attire, enjoy some sweet treats and goodies as you make your way through stores in Downtown Whiteville.
Be sure to make the Columbus County Chamber of Commerce and Tourism your first stop to pick up your Plaid and Pastries cotton shopping bag for just $5, along with your Baker’s Dozen card. Hit shops and collect 13 stickers, and leave your completed card at the last participating store your visit for a chance to win a Foodie Basket grand prize filled with delicious goodies.
The Downtown District begins at 80 Whiteville Towne Center. Everyone is invited to help begin the kickoff to the holiday season.
Elizabethtown will start their holiday festivities on Nov. 29 with their annual Christmas parade beginning at 6 p.m. The procession will start at Broad Street and make its way down to Poplar Street. A tree lighting will follow at the courthouse.
If you would like to participate in the parade, you can grab your application by emailing admin@elizabethtownwhitelake.com, or visit the Chamber of Commerce office located at 207 Broad Street in Elizabethtown.
Transformation Church will have a building fund plate sale on Tuesday, Dec. 1. The cost is $12 per plate, and it will include BBQ, grilled sausage, BBQ potatoes, green beans, a dinner roll, and a slice of lemon cake.
To preorder your plate or for questions, contact Pastor Jon Walton at 910.234.8089. You can also message their Facebook page Milk B4 Meat (Transformation Church).
Abundant Life Assembly of God will have their annual Toys for Tots sign-up and toy drive on Dec. 5 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the church. You will need a valid driver’s license or I.D., identification for each child, or their insurance card, and proof of residency.
Please note that this is NOT an income-based program, so everyone is invited to sign up your child for the drive. Abundant Life is located at 5384 James B. White Highway South in Whiteville.
Speaking of Abundant Life, the church will have a turkey shoot every Friday and Saturday night through the month of November starting at 7 p.m. A shoot will also be held the Wednesday before Thanksgiving.
The cost is $5 per round, and there will be light shoot out rounds, kids and ladies rounds, and food and drinks will be available for purchase. Please note that stock guns and choke tubes only are allowed. No modified barrels can be used.
Whiteville will have their annual Christmas Extravaganza on Dec. 5 from 6-10 p.m. The evening will include a parade, tree lighting, a Kids Zone for the little ones, food vendors, and so much more. Those who would like to participate in the procession or set up as a vendor are asked to pick up an application at City Hall.
Whiteville City Hall is located at 317 South Madison Street. For questions, call Madison Ward at 910.918.1162.
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