Community Calendar
Collins Grove UMC Stew Sale (END JAN 31)
Join Pastor Dr. Carl Manuel Jr. and Collins Grove United Methodist Church for the Brunswick Stew Sale on Saturday, January 31st, at 5210 Collins Grove Church Road in Greensboro. To place your order, call 336-314-7434.
Davidson County Veteran Services Office Moves (END FEB 02)
The Davidson County Veteran Services Office is pleased to announce it will be moving to a new location at 220 East First Avenue Extension, Suite 2, in Lexington, North Carolina. The new office will officially open for appointments on MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2. There will be no changes to the office’s phone numbers or email addresses. Any questions can be referred to the Veteran Services Office at 336-242-2037.
GCS District 4 School Board – Meet The Candidate: Dr. Irish Spencer (END FEB 6)
The Charlotte Hawkins Brown Museum will host a Meet-The-Candidate event with Dr. Irish Spencer, running for Guilford County School Board District 4, on Friday, February 6th from 6pm until 10pm, at CHBM’s Kimball Hall, 6136 Burlington Road in Gibsonville. Entertainment and refreshments will be provided. Related elementary schools: Alamance, Bessemer, Brightwood, Gibsonville, McLeansville, Monticello-Brown Summit, Northern, and Reedy Ford. Other related schools: Brown Summit Middle, Eastern Middle, Gateway Education Center, and the Middle College at GTCC.
NC Folk Festival Art & Poster Design Contest (END FEB 13)
The North Carolina Folk Festival is now accepting entries for their 2026 Festival Art & Poster Design Contest. Open to all artists currently residing in North Carolina, submissions may be individual or collaborative. The selected artwork will serve as the official poster for this September, with the artist receiving a cash prize. The submission deadline is February 13. For full guidelines, visit ncfolkfestival.com/festivalart.
Davidson County Library Lover’s Month Replacement Cards (END FEB 14)
In honor of Library Lovers’ Month, Davidson County Public Library branches will be offering free replacement library cards Monday, February 9th – Saturday, Feb. 14th. If your library card is lost or damaged, you will be able to obtain a new card at no cost to you. If a lack of card has kept you away from the library, do not miss this chance to remedy that fact. For more information about the library, visit co.davidson.nc.us.
Winston-Salem Forsyth County Lead Pipes Notifications (Disc. Feb 20)
As the nationwide effort continues to identify any lead water pipes remaining underground, some 3,300 Winston-Salem Forsyth County residents are receiving annual notifications required by the EPA. Customers can view sample letters, check the status of their property, follow the simple steps to identify their own service line, and submit their results for verification at cityofws.org/pipes.
Salem Band Winter Concert (END FEB 22)
Salem Band will perform its annual free Winter Concert on Sunday, February 22nd, at 3pm, in the Hanes Auditorium, at the Elberson Fine Arts Center, on the campus of Salem Academy and College. Established in 1771, Salem Band is the oldest, continuous mixed wind ensemble in the nation. For additional information, contact Dr. Eileen Young at 336-413-2180.
SEL Colfax Elementary School Career Fair (END FEB 27)
In celebration of Social Emotional Learning, Colfax Elementary will host its Career Fair for students at Colfax Elementary School on Friday, February 27, from 8-11:30am. All participants will need to complete a background check through GCS prior to the event. For information on acquiring a table, visit gcsvolunteers.com. For questions, email stacym@gcsnc.com.
GYC – Camille’s Closet and Theo’s Threads (END FEB 27)
The Greensboro Youth Council will be collecting clothing donations for its upcoming Camille’s Closet & Theo’s Threads – Formal Wear Drive through Friday, February 27. This program collects new and gently worn prom wear to be provided free of charge to middle and high school students who would otherwise be unable to afford them. For drop-off locations and donation guidelines, visit bit.ly/GYCFormalWear.
2027 Alamance County Tax Reappraisal (Disc. Feb 28)
As part of the 2027 Alamance County Tax Reappraisal, members of the Reappraisal Team can be identified by the County Seal/Contract Services magnet on their car, high-visibility vests, and Alamance County-issued identification badges. When Field Staff arrive, they will knock or ring the doorbell, and leave a blue door hanger if no one answers. Reappraisal Field Staff will not ask to enter any residential building, but may request to enter gated or fenced areas in order to complete their work. For more info, visit AlamanceCountyNC.gov.
LIAM YouthWatch & Guardian Project (Disc. Feb 28)
The Randolph County Sheriff’s Office is announcing an update to the Guardian Project – Vulnerable Population Registry, with the LIAM (Lifesaving Identification And Monitoring) YouthWatch. The Guardian Project is an initiative dedicated to protecting individuals with cognitive conditions who are at risk of life-threatening wandering, or someone who may have special needs that may affect communication or response in an emergency situation. To learn more about L.I.A.M. YouthWatch, visit randolphcountync.gov.
Small Farms Week NC A&T (END MAR 26)
The Cooperative Extension at North Carolina A&T State University will host its 40th annual Small Farms Week March 22-26, with the theme “Deep Roots, Strong Future: 40 Years of Small Farm Impact.” Events will include workshops, hands-on demonstrations, and the naming of the 2026 Small Farmers of the Year, with an emphasis on the crucial role of small-scale producers and their impact on communities. To learn more, visit ncat.edu and search “small farms week.”
W.E.L.L. Women Saturday Socials (END Disc. Apr 14)
Bold2BUCommmunity presents W.E.L.L. Women “Saturday Socials” once a month, from now through April. These free events for women, ages 18 and up, will last from noon to 3pm and be held at the East White Oak Community Center, 1801 10th Street in Greensboro. Walk-ins are welcome. For dates and details, or to RSVP for a chance to win door prizes, call 336-638-1811.
Progressive Toastmasters Club Meetings
Attention Greensboro Community! Do you want to become a more confident speaker and leader? Do you struggle with public speaking? Then join the Progressive Toastmasters Club meeting on the first and third Tuesday of each month in the North Carolina A&T General Classroom Building, room A116. At Toastmasters, you’ll enhance your communication and public speaking skills while building confidence and self-awareness in a supportive environment. For more information, call (845) 464-8052.
GuilfordWorks Assisting Those Impacted By Recent Layoffs
GuilfordWorks is prepared to support those individuals impacted by a recent layoff in the Community. The NCWorks Career Centers in Guilford and Forsyth counties can provide career and job placement services to those impacted by unemployment or underemployment. For more information on employment, access to training, and other resources, call 336-373-3027.
Aggies at the Goal Line
The Aggies at the Goal Line program has been helping former North Carolina A&T State University students of all ages complete their degrees. If you never finished your degree, and it’s been at least 2 years since you last attended A&T, contact Aggies at the Goal Line via AGL@ncat.edu. Many students have been able to obtain their degree in less than one year. Reach out today! Don’t let anything hold you back!
Take Me Home
The Greensboro Police Department will be participating in the “Take Me Home” program. “Take Me Home” is a free program that allows family members and legal guardians to upload critical information for individuals with a cognitive impairment or developmental disability in the event that a registered individual encounters law enforcement or is reported missing. For more information, visit: greensboro-nc.gov/TakeMeHome.
TRIAD Goodwill Accepts Food Donations
A lot of people don’t know this, but Triad Goodwill accepts food donations and routes them to local food banks. Non-perishable food items are collected in all 23 Donation Centers located in Guilford, Alamance, Randolph, Rockingham and Caswell counties. For more information, call 336-544-5305 or visit triadgoodwill.org.
Library Makerspace
Greensboro Public Library invites both kids and adults to explore the 3D printers, cameras, audio production equipment, and sewing machines within one of its various Makerspaces. For more info, call 336-335-5430.