Local events
Published 11:23 am Tuesday, July 16, 2024
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Fundraisers
Saturday, July 20
Community breakfast, Wesley Chapel UMC, Pino Road off NC 801, 6:30-10 a.m. Eggs, sausage, country ham, sausage gravy, red-eye gravy, apples, biscuits, grits, juice, coffee. Donations accepted.
Reunions
Saturday, Aug. 24
Davie High Class of 1964, Noon, The Farm at Oak Hill, 186 Kent Lane, Mocksville. Call Chip or Judith Essic at 336-692-9987 or Jean Cleary at 336-655-9641.
Religion
Aug. 2-4
Vacation Bible School, Salem Methodist, 169 Salem Church Rd., Mocksville. Friday, Aug. 2, 5:45 p.m. registration, 6:30 Session 1, 7 p.m. hotdog supper, games and inflatable; Saturday, Aug. 3, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 4, 9:30 a.m. commencement. Ages pre-K-5th grade. Pre-register at www.myvbs.org/SMCM; or text 980-234-6309.
Sunday, Aug. 4
Homecoming, Turrentine Baptist, Turrentine Church Rd., Mocksville Singing featuring “Joyful Sound” begins at 10 a.m. Pastor Joe Smith is guest speaker. Meal to follow. All invited.
Ongoing
Grace Church, a new United Methodist congregation, 164 Webb Way, Advance, Sunday School, 8:45 a.m.; worship at 10 led by Dr. Suzanne G. Michael, UM Davie Emerging Community pastor. GraceChurchDavieCounty.org.
GriefShare, Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Bear Creek Baptist, for those needing comfort and support after the loss of a loved one. 336-492-7456.
Special Events
Saturday, July 20
Robin Robbins benefit, Cruise In For a Cause, 4 p.m., Masonic Picnic Grounds, 201 Poplar St., Mocksville. Donations accepted for bathroom remodel retired Mocksville Police Captain Robin Robbins, who is battling cancer. Hosted by Guardians LW Motorcycle Club; sponsors, Crazy Legs Inc. and DC Cruisers Car Club.
Wednesday, July 24
Mobile Rec Day, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Davie Senior Services, 278 Meroney St., Mocksville. Free wild, wacky and weird games and activities sponsored by Davie Recreation & Parks.
Saturday, July 27
Electronic Recycling Day, free recycling of used electronic devices, 8 a.m.-noon, Davie Convenience Center, 360 Dalton Rd., Mocksville.
Wednesday, July 31
Mobile Rec Day, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Farmington Community Center, Farmington Road, Mocksville. Free wild, wacky and weird games and activities sponsored by Davie Recreation & Parks.
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, July 12
Foot Care with RN Kathy Najdek, by appointment 10 a.m.-2:45 p.m. at The Brock. Not a pedicure.
Grandparents & Me, 10 a.m. Bring grandchildren or other young people for program.
Crafternoon – Battle of the Cupcakes, 2 p.m. at public library with Rachel Nelson.
Monday, July 15
Monthly movie, 1 p.m. with popcorn.
Tuesday, July 16
Farmer’s Market Vouchers, 1-3 p.m. Pick up vouchers to use at local markets (Must meet low-income requirements).
Thursday, July 18
Senior Book Club, 12:30-2 p.m. at public library with Genny Hinkle.
Monday, July 22
What’s Cooking: Home Hacks, Foods and Fads, 1 p.m.
Wednesday, July 24
Mobile Rec visits Senior Services, 9:30-11:30 a.m.. “Christmas in July” program; bring children and friends.
Thursday, July 25
Kim Shuskey’s Retirement Party, 2 p.m. For retiring director.
Friday, July 26
Crafternoon: Dragon Eggs, 2 p.m., at public library with Rachel Nelson.
Tuesday, July 30
Bingo, 1 p.m. sponsored by Civic Federal Credit Union.
Thursday, Aug. 1
Veterans Social, 8:30 a.m.
Chat with Sr. Tarheel Delegate, 10 a.m.
Diabetes and Nutrition Class, 1 p.m. with Kathy Crotts, Kidney Nutrition Care Center.
Friday, Aug. 2
Bunco, 1 p.m.
Monday, Aug. 5
Bowling Lunch, 1 p.m., awards will be presented, teams for next league picked.
Parkinson’s Support Group, 2-3 p.m. with Kayly Kenedy of Supernus on the topic, Gocovri.
Tuesday, Aug. 6
Blood Pressure Screening, 10 a.m.
Wednesday, Aug. 7
Intergenerational Nature Walk, 10 a.m., Rich Park. Come with or without grandchildren to walk together on trails, followed by refreshments. Co-sponsored by Davie County Public Library.
Thursday, Aug. 8
Senior Services @ The Bridge, 10 a.m., 197 Main St., Cooleemee.
Bingo, 1 p.m., sponsored by Eaton Funeral Home.
Friday, Aug. 9
Foot Care, by appointment 10 a.m.-2:45 p.m. Not a pedicure.
Meet and Greet for Ms. Senior Davie pageant, 2 p.m. Woman thinking of competing should attend.
Crafternoon: Tile Painting, 2 p.m. at public library with Rachel Nelson. Paint or design quote on a tile.
Monday, Aug. 12
Budgeting in Uncertain Times, 10 a.m. with Lori Timm of Allegacy Federal Credit Union.
Wednesday, Aug. 14
Advanced Care Planning Workshop, 1 p.m. with facilitator from Trellis Supportive Care.
Crafting Extravaganza, 1 p.m. Bring own materials, no formal instruction.
Thursday, Aug. 15
Senior Games/Special Olympics cornhole get together, 10:30 a.m., Brock Gym.
Senior Book Club with Genny Hinkle, 12:30-2 p.m. at public library.
Friday, Aug. 16
Welcome to Medicare, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. with Michelle Ellis, SHIIP coordinator.
Ongoing
Brock Senior Steppers, 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
Fridays
Bluegrass, 6-8 p.m., MawMaw’s Kitchen, 2076 US 601 S., Mocksville.
Friday, July 19
Michael Chaney, 6 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.
Nevin, 7 p.m., The Station, Downtown Mocksville.
Saturday, July 20
Envision, 7-10 p.m., on the grassy area at Sanford Ave./Salisbury St., Downtown Mocksville. Free.
Pushin’ Georgia, 6 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.
Bike Night, 6-9 p.m., The Station, Downtown Mocksville.
Sunday, July 21
Allyn Raney, 2 p.m., The Station, Downtown Mocksville.
Friday, July 26
$2s, 7 p.m., The Station, Downtown Mocksville.
Darrell Hoots, 6 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.
Saturday, July 27
SoundKraft, 6 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.
Saturday, Aug. 3
Chris Taylor & The Rumor, Smoke and Mirrors, 7 p.m., Davie Community Park, Southwood Drive, Mocksville. Free.
Whiskey Mic, 6 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.
Thursday, Aug. 8
Joel, 6 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.
Friday, Aug. 9
Dual Drive, 7 p.m., The Station, Downtown Mocksville.
Saturday, Aug. 10
Music for Baby Boomers, 7 p.m., The Station, Downtown Mocksville.
Exit 180, 6 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.
Saturday, Aug. 17
Moxie, 7-10 p.m., on the square in Downtown Mocksville. Free.
Tin Can Alley, 6 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.
Thursday, Aug. 22
Darrell Hoots, 6 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.
Saturday, Aug. 24
Craine & Co, 6 p.m., Tanglewood Pizze, US 158, Bermuda Run.
Saturday, Aug. 31
Envision, 7 p.m., Town Center, Kinderton Blvd. off US 158, Bermuda Run. Free.
Anna Mertson Band, 6 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.
Friday, Sept. 6
Michael Chaney, 6 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.
Saturday, Sept. 7
Little Texas, Braden Hull, 7 p.m., Davie Community Park, Southwood Drive, Mocksville.
Jack of Diamonds, 6 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.
Saturday, Sept. 14
SoundKraft Amped, 6 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.
Friday, Sept. 20
Darrell Hoots, 6 p.m., Tanglewood Pizza, US 158, Bermuda Run.
Saturday, Sept. 28
North Tower Band, 7 p.m., Town Center, Kinderton Blvd. off US 158, Bermuda Run.
Camel City Yacht Club, 7-10 p.m., on the square in Downtown Mocksville. Free.