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VFW PANCAKE BREAKFAST FUNDRAISER
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Saturday, June 13, from 7–11 a.m., at VFW “HUT” at 446 Ash Park Rd., across from the entrance to the park. Pancakes, sausage, coffee, orange juice. Donations accepted to help with repairs to the building.
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ASHE COUNTY: AMERICA 250TH CELEBRATION
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Saturday, June 6th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Museum of Ashe County History, 301 E. Main Street, Jefferson, NC. Living historians, craft demonstrations, historic lectures! Reading of the Declaration of Independence by the Daniel Boone Chapter of the D.A.R. at 11 a.m. Special guest lecturer, historian Michael C. Hardy. Author of “Western North Carolina and Eastern Tennessee and the American Revolution.” Lecture at 1 p.m. This event is FREE and open to all! For more information call (336) 846-1904
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HANG TOGETHER, AN ORIGINAL MUSICAL
HANG TOGETHER, AN ORIGINAL MUSICAL
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Celebrating America's 250 TH Anniversary, performed by The Gathering Homeschool Theatre Guild. Showdate: Saturday June 6, 4pm, at the Museum of Ashe County History. Performances are FREE.
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THE WATAUGA COMMUNITY BAND
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June 27th, a FREE performance at the Museum of Ashe County History at 7:00 pm. The museum is located at 301E. Main Street., Jefferson, NC This is a FREE event all are welcome. For more information call (336) 846-1904
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL "TROPICAL TREK"
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- “JESUS COMES TO SEEK AND SAVE” June 28th. - July 1st. at North Beaver Baptist Church, 8000 Hwy 163 West Jefferson, North Carolina Sunday, June 28th is “Kick off Day” from 4 - 9 pm. Come and Enjoy an evening of good music from the Cockman Family, performing and recording for over three decades. They are inductees into the Blue Ridge Music Hall of Fame. Come enjoy good food and fellowship with your friends at North Beaver Baptist Church, it’s another great opportunity to hear the Best News Ever! Fun activities planned for the children and activities are planned all week for the entire family, runs through Wednesday July 1st. Visit us on Facebook @NorthBeaverBaptist or northbeaver.org
Fun Things to Do
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OLD TIME SQUARE DANCE
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with Whitetop Mountain Band Thursday, June 25, from 7–9 pm, at the Ashe Arts Center, 303 School Ave., West Jefferson. Admission is free. Donations gratefully accepted. For more info, call the Ashe County Arts Center 336-846-2787.
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JOIN CABOOSE KIDS 2026
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FOR OUR 5TH YEAR OF LAUGHTER AND LEARNING! 7 Saturdays of educational fun from 10 - 11 a.m at Connie the Caboose at the Backstreet Park in West Jefferson this summer! Mark your calendars! Visit IMAGINATIONASHE.com for information on Caboose Kids 2026 and free printable coloring page and placemat! See you there!
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QUILT SHOWING
QUILT SHOWING
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The Ashe County Piecemakers Quilt Guild will host a free showing of quilts in the beautiful sanctuary of Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church (201 S. Jefferson Ave.) during the Gallery Crawl on Friday, June 12th, from 5pm to 7pm. The mission of the guild is “Sharing the Art of Past, Present and Future Quilting.” All are invited to stop in and view an array of quilts, many of which have been pieced and stitched by Ashe County residents.
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WEST JEFFERSON'S BACKSTREET PARK
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Summer Concert Series continues Friday, June 5, from 5:30-7 pm with The King Bees: Roots Music & Blues. The 2026 Summer Concert Series is in its 15th year of providing music from several genres, sharing a little something for everyone. All concerts are free and open to the public. Bring a blanket or lawn chair! (In the event of rain, concerts will be held at the Farmers Market.) A complete calendar of events taking place in West Jefferson can be found at VisitWestJefferson.org
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580 WKSK (LIVE) OLD TIME & BLUEGRASS
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monthly radio show featuring the Surefire Bluegrass Band with host Tom Hartman, Saturday, June 6, from 11 am-noon at the Ashe Civic Center, 962 Mount Jefferson Rd., West Jefferson. This event is free and open to the public. Donations accepted. For more info, visit strong> AsheCountyArts.org or call 336-846-ARTS.org (2787).
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DOWNTOWN WEST JEFFERSON GALLERY CRAWL
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Friday, June 12, from 5–7 pm. Visitors are invited to stroll the streets, visit the galleries, view the downtown murals, enjoy the mini outdoor art pieces and take advantage of downtown restaurants. Gallery crawl is sponsored by the Ashe County arts Council, West Jefferson, TDA, and West Jefferson business Association.
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OLD TIME SQUARE DANCE
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with Whitetop Mountain Band Thursday, June 25, from 7–9 pm, at the Ashe Arts Center, 303 School Ave., West Jefferson. Admission is free. Donations gratefully accepted. For more info, call the Ashe County Arts Center 336-846-2787.
Church Services
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HEAVENLY VISION IN CONCERT
HEAVENLY VISION IN CONCERT
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boilingspringsbaptist.church
Boiling Springs Baptist Church at 1390 Boiling Springs Road in Purlear, NC, is excited to welcome Southern Gospel group, Heavenly Vision, in concert on Sunday, July 12, at 6:00 pm. The Concert is free but we will be taking up a love offering for the group. Free.
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ASHE ALLIANCE CHURCH PRESENTS
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This summer, we are sharing the Gospel with the children and families of Ashe County through a brand new series: “Why Jesus?”
Three events. Three powerful truths. One mission, to reach our county for Christ. June 20: Jesus is the Living Water A fun-filled afternoon of water activities as we explore how Jesus alone truly satisfies the deepest thirst of our hearts. July 18: Jesus is the Light of the World An exciting evening of light-themed activities as we celebrate the hope and truth Jesus brings into every darkness. August 15: Jesus is the Bread of Life A meaningful time centered on nourishment, provision, and the truth that Jesus is all we truly need. Each gathering will be full of fun, fellowship, and Gospel-centered teaching, designed for children and families to encounter Jesus in a real and personal way. Visit us at AsheAlliance.org 220 Lynch Colvard Rd
Jefferson, NC 28640
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PASTOR MATTHEW TILLEY AND THE CONGREGATION
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invite you to come and Worship with us at North Beaver Baptist Church, 8000 Hwy. 163, West Jefferson, NC. Sunday School classes for all ages starts at 10 am, with Children’s Church and Worship Services starting at 11 am. Bible Study and Prayer Service are on Wednesday evenings starting at 6:30. For more information, contact us at 336-698-6296, by email at mjtilley@gmail.com, through our website, www.northbeaver.org, and Facebook and YouTube @northbeaverbaptistchurch
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HAPPY TRAILS COWBOY CHURCH OF ASHE
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and Pastor Roger L. Blevins invite you to come join us Sunday mornings, 10 am, for our church service, and 7 pm Wednesdays for Bible study. No dress code— come as you are and bring a lawn chair. You don't have to be a Cowboy to attend this church. 114 West Main St., Jefferson.
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APPALACHIAN CHURCH,
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747 Ray Taylor Rd., West Jefferson, invites you to come worship with us. Service times: Sunday morning, 8:30 and 10 a.m, and Wednesday evenings at 6:30 pm. For more information, contact us at 336-846-4673, by email at appalachianchurch@gmail.com, or through our website, appchurch.org/about
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ZION HILL CHURCH,
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916 Helton Creek Rd, Lansing, NC (28643), invites you to their services, Fri., 7 pm, and Sat. at noon. For more information, contact Corey Richardson, pastor, 336-620-8989.
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BEAVER CREEK CHRISTIAN CHURCH
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Our service schedule: Sunday School at 10am and Worship Service 11am each Sunday, posted on FB @BeaverCreekChristianChurch. 1678 Beaver Creek School Rd., W. Jefferson, NC 28694. BeaverCreekChristian.net
Special Interest
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WORDKEEPERS GATHERING PLANNED
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Ashe Arts invites High Country writers to a Wordkeepers Gathering Saturday, June 27, at 4 pm at the Ashe Arts Center, 303 School Ave., West Jefferson. Music by Scot Pope and Loftin Hargrave begins at 3:30 pm. for more info, call the Ashe Arts Center, 336-846-2787.
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YOU'RE INVITED
YOU'RE INVITED
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to stop by the Friends Corner of Ashe Public Library and shop through our wide variety of books, magazines, DVDs, CDs, puzzles, collectibles and gift baskets. Our basketeer, Lynn, does customized gift baskets that will blow you away. The Friends of Ashe County Library is a nonprofit, volunteer organization that supports our amazing library and its staff through investments of time, talent, and donations.
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ASHE HARVEST MINISTRIES FOOD PANTRY
ASHE HARVEST MINISTRIES FOOD PANTRY
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(2nd Harvest partner), is open to the public: Tuesday 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm; Wednesday to Friday 11:00 am - 2:30 pm; Closed Monday at 7376 NC Hwy. 16 S., in Glendale Springs, NC. Weekly products include frozen meats, fresh produce including fruits and vegetables, milk, cereal, can/box/bag goods, bottled water, home goods and more. Come and shop! “Everybody Deserves to Eat!” To find out more about our services, including our Home Delivery & Meals program and Heating Assistance program, or to volunteer (always needed), stop by or call 336-982-6322. Donations too are always needed and appreciated. To donate, mail to 7376 NC 16 South, Jefferson, NC 28640, email AsheHarvestMinistries@gmail.com.
Community Support
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LOOKING FOR A VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY?
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Ashe Harvest Ministries is putting together a community garden and you can help… You can make monetary donations; volunteer to help care for the garden; volunteer to help plant crops; and/or donate gardening supplies. There will be learning opportunities for those who wish to learn how to grow your own food from start to finish. For more info, call 336–982–6322 or email AsheHarvestMinistries@gmail.com.
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REVISED OPERATING HOURS FOR ASHE HARVEST MINISTRIES'
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food pantry, located at 376 NC Highway 16 S. in the Glendale Springs community of Ashe County. The new hours are: Monday, closed; Tuesday, 3–6 p.m; and Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 11 am-2:30 pm. For more info, call 336–982–6322.
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ASHE SERENITY ALANON
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holds in-person meetings noon Wednesdays in the Parish of the Holy Communion Mission House located directly across from Holy Trinity Episcopal Church (195 JW Luke Rd., Glendale Springs). Anyone who has been affected by a loved one’s drinking or addiction is welcome.For more info, call or text (828) 964-8373.
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WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE WORLD?
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Join the Jefferson Odd Fellows! Lodge #38 meets the 2nd and 4th Thursdays, 7:30 pm, at 226-A East Main St., Jefferson . Learn more about what we do! Call 336-620-1167.
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DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS (DAV)
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meets the second Monday of each month at 6:30 pm, at 446 Ashe Park Rd., Jefferson. 336-982-3743.
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VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS (VFW)
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meets the third Monday of each month at 6:30 pm, on Ashe Park Rd. For info, 336-982-6233
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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
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a fellowship of men & women who share experience, strength & hope, our primary purpose is to stay sober and help others recover from alcoholism. Not allied with any sect, denomination, organization or institution, neither endorses nor opposes any causes. We meet 6 days/week at West Jefferson United Methodist Church, Room 113. Enter by the side door facing the parking lot. Closed meetings for alcoholics and those who feel they may have a drinking problem, Sat. at noon, Sun., 4 pm, Mon. & Tues., 7:30 pm. Open meetings for alcoholics and those interested in learning more, Thur. & Fri. 7:30 pm.
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GUARDIAN AD LITEM ADVOCATES
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serve abused and neglected children who have been taken from their homes and are now in foster care. More than 1,500 children in North Carolina go to court without someone to advocate for them. Be a voice for the child and speak up for their best interests. Alleghany, Ashe and Wilkes Counties: find out more about being a Guardian Ad Litem, 336-651-4421 or volunteerforgal.org.
Volunteer Services
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
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One day a week or one day a month by Ashe Harvest Ministries. If interested, call 336-982-6322.