Here’s a quick look at what’s coming up in Duplin County:
Nov. 15
Holiday Vendor Market
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Join Chestnutt Farms for the fourth annual Holiday Vendor Market on Saturday. Enjoy delicious food, unique vendors, and a festive community atmosphere.
428 S NC 11 & 903, Kenansville, NC
Nov. 22
Christmas at Twilight
4 to 8 p.m.
Kick off the holiday season with a magical small-town celebration in historic downtown Wallace. Stroll through festive streets filled with carolers, craft vendors, and local shopping, enjoy delicious food, and experience the Christmas Tree Lighting. Santa Claus will be making a special visit, too. Bring the whole family to the Wallace Train Depot for an enchanting evening filled with holiday cheer.
206 Southwest Railroad Street Wallace, NC
Nov. 25
Annual Bake Sale
9 a.m.
Duplin County DSS will hold its annual bake sale at the Duplin County Courthouse. Visitors can enjoy a delicious selection of cookies, cakes, and biscuits while supporting a great cause.
112 Duplin St, Kenansville, NC
Nov. 26
Thanksgiving Resource & Food Box Event
noon
Families and community members in need are invited to the Thanksgiving Resource & Food Box Event to help them celebrate the holiday season. This first-come, first-serve drive-thru will provide food boxes, and essential community resources to those who could use a little extra assistance this Thanksgiving.
195 Fairgrounds Drive, Kenansville, NC
Nov. 29
Kenansville Christmas Parade
11 a.m.
Get ready for holiday cheer at the Kenansville Christmas Parade, co-sponsored by the Town of Kenansville and the Kenansville Chamber of Commerce. Enjoy festive floats, marching bands, and plenty of holiday spirit as the town rings in the season.
Downtown Kenansville
Nov. 30
Kenansville Christmas Tree Lighting
5–8 p.m.
Join the Kenansville Parks & Recreation for its annual Christmas Tree Lighting event at Kenan Park. The evening will feature photos with Santa, food trucks, coloring and face painting booths, carol singing, letters to Santa, and a Christmas movie. The tree lighting ceremony is scheduled for 6 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to bring a chair or blanket and dress warmly.
501 S Main St, Kenansville, NC
Fall Food and Coat Drive
Royalty Funeral Home is hosting a Fall Food and Coat Drive now through Nov. 30 to support community members in need. Donations of non-perishable food, as well as new or gently used coats, hats, gloves, blankets, and new socks, are greatly appreciated. Drop-off times: Monday & Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m., and Thursday, 9 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Please do not leave items outside during non-business hours.
513 S. Norwood St., Wallace, NC
Dec. 5
2nd Annual Tree Lighting Celebration
7 p.m.
Kick Off the Holidays in Magnolia with the annual tree lighting celebration at Magnolia Park. Crafts for kids, classic games like a cake walk, face painting, photo ops and more festive fun! Free hot chocolate and cookies provided. Bundle up and join your neighbors for this heartwarming annual tradition.
Magnolia Park on Hwy 117, NC
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.
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
2 p.m.
160 Mallard St., Kenansville
The Duplin Board of Elections has monthly meetings every first Thursday of each month at 2 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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