Here’s a quick look at what’s coming up in Duplin County:
Sept. 11
Pig Show
275 Fairgrounds Drive, Kenansville, NC
Celebrate Ag Appreciation Week with a Pig Show on Wednesday, Sept. 11, at 6 p.m. at the Duplin Livestock Facility in Kenansville. This event is part of the Eastern Carolina Showmanship Circuit, highlighting local youth and agriculture. For more information, visit duplin.ces.ncsu.edu/
Sept. 12
Goat Show
275 Fairgrounds Drive, Kenansville, NC
Continue the Ag Appreciation Week festivities with a Goat Show on Thursday, Sept. 12, at 6 p.m. at the Duplin Livestock Facility. As part of the Eastern Carolina Showmanship Circuit, this event highlights the dedication and skills of local youth in agriculture. For more information, visit duplin.ces.ncsu.edu/
Sept. 13
Pet Day in the Park
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
209 E Clement St, Wallace
Join Pet Friends of Duplin County for Pet Day in the Park on Saturday, Sept. 13 at Clement Park. Enjoy food trucks, kids’ activities, a dog costume contest, a visit from the Wallace fire truck, the Fresh Start Rescue event trailer and more.
Rose Hill Grape Stomp Festival
1 to 5 p.m.
505 N Sycamore St, Rose Hill
Don’t miss the annual Rose Hill Grape Stomp Festival on Saturday, Sept. 13 from 1 to 5 p.m. at Duplin Winery. Celebrate nearly 50 years of vineyard hospitality with live music, delicious wine and food and non-stop fun. Join the crowd for the iconic Grape Stomp, where dancing, stomping and laughter take center stage.
Lamb & Heifer Shows
275 Fairgrounds Dr., Kenansville, NC
Wrap up Ag Appreciation Week with Lamb and Heifer Shows on Friday, Sept. 13, at the Duplin Livestock Facility. The Lamb Show begins at 10 a.m., followed by the Heifer Show at 1 p.m. or immediately after the Lamb Show concludes. For more information, visit duplin.ces.ncsu.edu/
Sept. 18
Area Small Grains meeting
9 a.m.
165 Agriculture Dr., Kenansville, NC
Join local growers and ag professionals for the Area Small Grains Meeting on Thursday, Sept. 18, at 9 a.m. at the Louis Britt Agricultural Center Auditorium, located at the Duplin County Extension Center. Topics include small grains production and variety selection. Pesticide, Animal Waste, and CCA credits will be offered. Bring a laptop or tablet if you’d like assistance using the Variety Selection Tool.
Sept. 19
National Night Out 2025
4 to 7:30 p.m.
309 Memorial Dr., Warsaw, NC
The Warsaw Police Department will host National Night Out 2025 on Friday, Sept. 19, from 4 to 7:30 p.m. at the Warsaw Recreation Center. Come out for a fun-filled evening connecting the community and local law enforcement.
Bryan Mayer live music
8 to 11 p.m.
111 River Village Pl, Wallace, NC
Enjoy live country music with Bryan Mayer at the Mad Boar Restaurant & Pub in Wallace on Friday, Sept. 19, from 8 to 11 p.m. There is no cover charge.
Sept. 20
Cops and Bobbers
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
683 E Southerland St., Wallace, NC
Reel in the fun with Cops and Bobbers hosted by the Wallace Police Department. Cops and Bobbers will take place on Saturday, Sept. 20, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Farrior Park in Wallace. Fish alongside local officers, win prizes, and enjoy a fun-filled morning with your family. The event is free for all children who participate in the fishing activity. Bring your gear or borrow WPD gear. Visit https://wprd.recdesk.com to register.
Sept. 21
Community Day
1 to 5 p.m.
309 Memorial Dr., Warsaw, NC
The Duplin County Sheriff’s Office invites the public to join them for Community Day at the Warsaw Parks and Recreation on Sunday, Sept. 21, from 1 to 5 p.m. This family-friendly event offers residents an opportunity to connect with local law enforcement. Enjoy free food, music, games, a dunking booth, bouncy houses and free resources.
Sept. 27
Rabies Clinic
9 a.m. to noon
1472 NC 24 Business, Warsaw, NC
Pet Friends of Duplin County is hosting a Free/Low-Cost Rabies Clinic on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Warsaw Animal Hospital. Free rabies shots for up to 5 pets (dogs, cats or ferrets) per Duplin County household; $5 per additional pet. Dogs must be on a leash at all times. Cats or ferrets must be in a crate. For more information, call 910-271-4709.
Charity School Alumni Association Reunion
6 p.m.
165 Agriculture Drive, Kenansville, NC
The Charity School Alumni Association presents its annual class reunion on Sept. 27, at 6 p.m. at the Lois G. Britt Agricultural Center. Enjoy food, music and entertainment as alumni, friends, and families reconnect. Call 910-271-1524 for more information.
Camo For A Cause
6 to 9 p.m.
136 Robert Hobbs Rd., Faison, NC
Join Camo for a Cause to support families with childhood cancer in North Carolina on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 6 to 9 p.m.
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.
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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