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Here’s a quick look at what’s coming up in Duplin County:

Oct. 28

Trunk-or-Treat at the Library
6:30 p.m.
Join the Duplin County Library for a festive Trunk-or-Treat at the Events Center. This is a safe, family-friendly Halloween celebration for kids of all ages. Come in costume and enjoy treats, fun and community spirit.
195 Fairgrounds Dr., Kenansville, NC

Oct. 30

Halloween Ghouls Night Out
6 p.m.
Spooky fun, wine and good times await at the Halloween Ghouls Night Out at the Duplin Winery in Rose Hill.
505 N Sycamore St., Rose Hill, NC

Oct. 31

Magnolia Trunk-or-Treat
7 p.m.
Join the annual Halloween Trunk-or-Treat event at the Magnolia Fire Department, featuring a costume contest. Arrive on time to participate and be judged. This fun, safe event provides a festive outlet for families and children to celebrate Halloween together.
110 Taylor St, Magnolia, NC

Haunted Museum & Trick-or-Treat
6 – 8 p.m.

Get ready for a spooky good time at the annual Haunted Museum & Trick-or-Treat at the Cowan Museum in Kenansville and enjoy an evening of frightful fun and family-friendly trick-or-treating. Free admission.
411 S. Main Street, Kenansville, NC

Trunk-or-Treat at Rose Manor Shopping Center

6–9 p.m.

Heavenly Grounds will host a Trunk or Treat at the Rose Manor Shopping Center. The family-friendly event will feature candy, face painting, a costume contest, music and games, offering a safe and fun way for the community to celebrate Halloween.
594 S. Sycamore St., Rose Hill

Nov. 1

Warsaw Veterans Day Parade
11 a.m.

The Town of Warsaw will host its 105th Annual Veterans Day Parade on Nov. 1 at 11 a.m., honoring the service and sacrifice of our nation’s heroes. Recognized as North Carolina’s official Veterans Day Parade and the longest-running consecutive Veterans Day Parade in the United States, this historic event draws participants and spectators from across the region. Highlights of the day include a memorial service, a parachute jump, and an aerial flyover, followed by community activities such as a barbecue fund raiser and museum tours.
Downtown Warsaw

Oak Wolfe Fire Department BBQ fundraiser
4 p.m.
The Oak Wolfe Fire Department BBQ sale will be held Saturday, Nov. 1, at 4 p.m. at the Oak Ridge Community Building, with drive-thru and dine-in options. The proceeds go toward funding equipment and supporting the Oak Wolfe Fire Department operations.
Oak Ridge Community Building

Nov. 7-8
Pickles, Pigs & Swigs
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Pickles, Pigs & Swigs returns to Mount Olive for its fifth year, featuring a whole hog barbecue cook-off sanctioned by the N.C. Pork Council, live music, craft beer, free Mount Olive Pickles, vendors, and family-friendly attractions like rides on the Pickle Train. New highlights this year include a classic car show and the opening of the Mount Olive Pickle Parlor to the public on Saturday. Friday night kicks off with the BBQ competition at Town Hall, while Saturday’s festivities run from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., bringing together food, fun, and community spirit to celebrate and support the heart of Mount Olive.

Nov. 7-8

NC Poultry Jubilee

The NC Poultry Jubilee returns to downtown Rose Hill to celebrate North Carolina’s rich poultry heritage at the home of the World’s Largest Frying Pan in Rose Hill. The event will feature live music, local vendors, and lots of fried chicken.
512 E Main St, Rose Hill

Nov. 8
Oyster & Smoke Festival
Noon to 5 p.m.
This fall, Duplin County is heating up with the first-ever Oyster & Smoke Festival in Teachey. Enjoy oysters, authentic smoked meats, live music, and all the flavors that capture the spirit of Eastern North Carolina. General Admission $10 (no oysters included).
Boney St, Teachey, NC

Nov. 29

Kenansville Christmas Parade returns
11 a.m.
The Kenansville Area Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for the 4th Annual Kenansville Christmas Parade. The parade will take place on Saturday, Nov. 29 at 11 a.m., promising a festive celebration full of holiday spirit and community cheer. Local groups, businesses, and individuals are invited to participate in this beloved holiday tradition. To apply, contact the Kenansville Area Chamber of Commerce at 910-275-0323.

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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