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Here’s a quick look at what’s coming up in Duplin County:
April 21
Film screening on Forever Chemicals
6-8 p.m.
The Duplin County NAACP will host a screening of Forever Chemicals: North Carolina’s Toxic Tap Water on April 21 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the KEMBA Center, located at 124 Water Tank Road. The event will include food, a guest speaker and a Q&A session. The program is presented in partnership with several environmental organizations.
124 Water Tank Road, Warsaw
April 24
Choral concert celebration
6 p.m.
Transfiguration of Jesus Catholic Church in Wallace will host a free choral concert on April 24 at 6 p.m. celebrating music director Lara Capparuccia’s 20th anniversary. The program features classical and contemporary works, including selections by Vivaldi and Natalie Sleeth, along with original compositions. Refreshments will follow.
506 East Main Street, Wallace
April 25
North Carolina Pickle Festival
9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The annual North Carolina Pickle Festival returns to downtown Mount Olive for its 40th year to celebrate the town’s famous industry. The festival features the popular Pickle Eating Contest, Cuke Patch 5K, Tour de Pickle, live entertainment, food and craft vendors and free pickles.
Downtown Mount Olive
Firemen’s Day Parade
10 a.m.
The Greenevers Volunteer Fire Department will celebrate its annual Firemen’s Day. The day will kick off with a parade, followed by family fun activities, raffles and plate sales. Plates will feature grilled chicken and barbecue for $10, sales will benefit the fire department.
Rabies Clinic
9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Pet Friends of Duplin County is hosting a Free/Low-Cost Rabies Clinic at the First Baptist Church parking lot in Wallace. Free rabies shots for up to five pets (dogs, cats or ferrets) per Duplin County household; $5 per additional pet. Dogs must be on a leash at all times. Cats and ferrets must be in a crate. For more information, call 910-271-4709.
408 West Main St., Wallace
April 29
Job Fair
11 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.
James Sprunt Community College will host a Duplin County Job Fair at its campus. Attendees can meet local employers, explore career opportunities and make connections within Duplin County. Participants are encouraged to bring a résumé.
133 James Sprunt Drive, Kenansville
May 1-2
Carolina Strawberry Festival
The Carolina Strawberry Festival will take place in Historic Downtown Wallace. The two-day celebration honors the region’s strawberry farming heritage with live music, food, carnival rides, family-friendly activities, a 5K run, a festival pageant, and contests. Friday evening, from 6 to 11 p.m., features live music by Band of Oz, food vendors, and a beer and wine garden. Saturday events run from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. with performances by Andrew Beam and Spare Change & Chocolate Chip & Co., craft booths, and strawberry-themed treats throughout the festival.
Historic Downtown Wallace, NC
May 2
Duplin County Historical Society Meeting
noon
The Duplin County Historical Society will meet at Wesley Chapel UMC Fellowship Hall.
The program will focus on Major James H. Craig’s 1781 raid into Eastern North Carolina, including Duplin, Jones, Craven and Lenoir counties. Presenters Dennis Harper and Stacey Jones are authors of “August Reign of Terror: Major James H. Craig’s 1781 Punitive Raid.” Copies of the book will be available for $50 cash. Lunch will be provided. Annual membership dues may be paid at the meeting. The event is open to the public.
1127 N. N.C. 11-903 Highway, Kenansville
May 8–9
Creekstone Rising Music Festival
The Creekstone Rising Country Music Festival returns to Tara Creek in Faison on May 8–9, featuring rising country artists across two nights. The event promises live music, entertainment, and a lively community atmosphere.
136 Robert Hobbs Rd, Faison
May 16
Fireman’s Day in Pink Hill
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Pink Hill Volunteer Fire & Rescue will host Fireman’s Day. The family-friendly event will include local vendors, a car show, music, kids entertainment, vendors, barbecue plates and raffle prizes.
Downtown Pink Hill
May 22
Gold Star Monument tribute
The Duplin County Historical Society will hold a Gold Star Monument ceremony at the courthouse square at noon on the Friday of Memorial Day weekend, honoring county residents who gave their lives in service to the United States. The Gold Star, established during World War I, represents families who have lost a loved one in military service, and the ceremony serves as a solemn tribute to their sacrifice.
June 27
Faison’s 250th anniversary
The Faison 250th celebration will be held June 27 at the soccer complex on N.C. Highway 403 from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. The event will feature amusement rides for children, vendors, food trucks and will climax with a large, 15-minute fireworks display at 9 p.m. The event is a joint effort of the Town of Faison and the Faison Improvement Group.
HAPPENING MONTHLY
First Monday of each month
County Commissioners Meeting
6 p.m.
224 Seminary St., Kenansville
The Board of County Commissioners meets the first Monday of each month except for the months of May and June, where the Board will also meet on the third Monday. The board meets at 6 p.m., at 224 Seminary St., Kenansville. For information, call 910-296-2100.
Beulaville Town Board Meeting
6:30 p.m.
508 East Main St., Beulaville
The Beulaville town board meets the first Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m., at 508 East Main St., Beulaville. For more information, call 910-298-4647.
Calypso Town Board Meeting
6 p.m.
103 W. Trade Street, Calypso
The Town of Calypso meets at the council chambers the first Monday of each month at 6 p.m., at 103 W. Trade Street. For information, call 919-658-9221.
Mount Olive Town Council
6 p.m.
114 East James Street, Mount Olive
Mount Olive Town Council meets the first Monday of each month at 6 p.m., 114 East James Street.
First Tuesday of each month
Kenansville Town Board Meeting
6 p.m.
141 Routledge Rd., Kenansville
The Kenansville town board meets the first Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m., at 141 Routledge Rd., Kenansville. For more information, call 910-296-0369.
Duplin County School Board Meeting
6 p.m.
315 N Main St., Kenansville
The Duplin County School Board meets the first Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m., at 315 N Main St., Kenansville.
Harrells Town Council Meeting
6 p.m.
373 Tomahawk Highway, Harrells
Harrells Town Council meets the first Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m., 373 Tomahawk Highway, Harrells.
Wallace Depot Commission Meeting
6 p.m.
The Wallace Depot Commission meets on the first Tuesday of each month in the Depot board room at 6 p.m.
Duplin Veterans First
6:30 p.m.
329 N.C. Highway 24/50, Kenansville.
Duplin Veterans First meet on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at their headquarters located in Kenansville.
First Wednesday of each month
Faison Town Board Meeting
7 p.m.
110 NE Center St., Faison
The Faison town board meets the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m., at 110 NE Center St., Faison. For more information, call 910-267-2721.
First Thursday of each month
Duplin Board of Elections Meeting
5:30 p.m.
160 Mallard St., Kenansville
The Duplin Board of Elections has monthly meetings every first Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the Elections Office, located at 160 Mallard Street in Kenansville. For more information contact 910-296-2170.
First Friday of each month
Economic Development Board Meeting
7 a.m.
260 Airport Rd, Kenansville
The Economic Development Board meets the first Friday of the month at 7 a.m. at the Duplin County Airport Conference Room.
First Sunday of each month
Duplin County NAACP Meeting
4 p.m.
336 West Hill St., Warsaw
The Duplin County NAACP holds its monthly meetings on the first Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. at First Missionary Baptist Church, 336 West Hill St., Warsaw.
Second Monday of each month
Warsaw Town Board Meeting
6 p.m.
121 S. Front St., Warsaw
The Warsaw town board meets the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m., at 121 S. Front St. For information, call 910-293-7814.
Teachey Town Board Meeting
6 p.m.
116 East 2nd St., Teachey
The Teachey town board meets the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m., at 116 East 2nd St. For information, call 910-285-7564.
Greenevers Town Board Meeting
7 p.m.
314 E. Charity Rd., Greenevers
The Greenevers town board meets the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m., at 314 E. Charity Rd. For more information, call 910-289-3078.
Second Tuesday of each month
Magnolia Town Board Meeting
6 p.m.
108 Taylor St., Magnolia.
The Magnolia town board meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m., at 108 Taylor St., Magnolia. For more information, call 910-289-3205.
Rose Hill Town Board Meeting
6 p.m.
103 Southeast Railroad St., Rose Hill
The Rose Hill town board meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m., at 103 Southeast Railroad St. For more information, call 910-289-3159.
Daughter of American Revolution Meeting
10 a.m.
The Daughter of American Revolution Meeting-Battle of Rockfish Chapter meets the second Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. at the Rose Hill Restaurant.
Second Wednesday of each month
Diabetes Self Management Class
1-5 p.m.
340 Seminary St., Kenansville
The Duplin County Health Department offers Diabetes Self Management Classes from 1-5 p.m., the second and fourth Wednesday of every month at 340 Seminary St., Kenansville. For information, call 910-372-9178.
Second Thursday of each month
Wallace Council Meeting
6 p.m.
316 East Murray St., Wallace
The Wallace town council meets the second Thursday of each month at 6 p.m., at 316 East Murray St., Wallace. For more information, call 910-296-0369.
Duplin County Beekeepers Meeting
6 p.m.
165 Agriculture Dr, Kenansville
The Duplin County Beekeepers meet the second Thursday of each month at 6 p.m., at the Duplin Extension Center.
Third Thursday of each month
Friends of Horticulture Meeting
6 p.m.
165 Agriculture Dr., Kenansville
Friends of Horticulture meet the third Thursday of each month at 6 p.m., at the Duplin Extension Center.
Fourth Tuesday of each month
Airport Commission Board meeting
7 p.m.
260 Airport Rd, Kenansville
The Duplin County Airport Commission Board meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Duplin County Airport.
Fourth Wednesday of each month
Diabetes Self Management Class
1-5 p.m.
340 Seminary St., Kenansville
The Duplin County Health Department offers Diabetes Self Management Classes from 1-5 p.m., the second and fourth Wednesday of every month at 340 Seminary St., Kenansville. For information, call 910-372-9178.
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