Community Calendar — Aug. 22

Published 12:00 am Thursday, August 22, 2019

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United 19 Youth Conference at Agape Faith Church

Agape Faith Church is hosting its annual United 19 Youth Conference on Sept. 20-21. Events include Friday night service, after-party, Saturday morning service, break-out sessions, and a Saturday night service. The focus of the conference will be on our authority in Christ Jesus and overcoming obstacles. This event will also feature ninja-themed challenges and activities, including a ninja warrior course, food trucks, a contest for hometown heroes, plus special American Ninja Warrior guests Daniel Gil (the Kingdom Ninja) and Hunter Roland (the Positive Ninja). You’ll get to hear from Daniel Gil, get photos and autographs, and watch him run the course. The course will also be open to the public.

For more information, go to https://www.agapefaith.com/the-ninja-experience/ or https://www.agapefaith.com/ united19 .

Agape Faith Church is located at 2101 Lewisville-Clemmons Road.

Fall bazaar

Clemmons United Methodist Church is hosting its Fall Bazaar and Yard Sale on Friday, Oct. 11, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday Oct. 12, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Shoppers will find two full floors of bargains on gently used items including books and puzzles, boutique/accessories, bakery and treats shoppe, children’s/men’s/women’s clothing, toys, baby items, crafts, elegant junque, furniture and accessories, holiday house, linens, small appliances and electronics, sporting goods, yard equipment and tools and more. Friday features a silent auction 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cash or checks only, no credit cards.
Clemmons United Methodist Church is located at 3700 Clemmons Road.

A Slice of the Island Party

Parrotheads of the Triad presents “A Slice of the Island Party” event benefiting Saving Grace K9s from 4-10 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 24. The event will be held at The Last Resort at 513 Deacon Blvd. in Winston-Salem and will feature live music, games, drink specials, silent auctions and food trucks. Admission is $10 for all day and children under 12 are free. The event is dog friendly.

Free concert Sunday

“Charlie,” the Durham-based Motown and beach music band, will perform at 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 25, at Tanglewood Park in Clemmons. The concert is free and part of the Summer Parks Series presented by Forsyth County in collaboration with The Arts Council of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County. Free parking is available.

Village Farmers Market

Village Farmers Market-Village Hall will be every Tuesday from 3:30-6:30 p.m. at 3715 Clemmons Road in Clemmons. Parking is available front and back of the building. Weekly vendors are accepted. For more information call 336-766-7511.

Jewelry, gem, mineral and fossil show and sale

The Forsyth Gem & Mineral Club, Inc will host its 48th annual Jewelry, Gem, Mineral, and Fossil Show & Sale on Sept. 6-8 at the Educational Building at Winston-Salem Fairgrounds. Show hours are 10 a.m.-7 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 6; 10 a.m.-7 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 7; noon- 5 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 8.

The theme of this year’s event is Minerals, Gems, and Fossils of Mexico. The show will feature 28 dealers, demonstrations, educational exhibits and presentations on Saturday by Dr. Robert Lauf. Hourly door prize drawings will be held for $20 gift certificates for use at the show.

Parking is free — enter at Gate 9 off 27th Street. Admission is $3 for adults, children thru 12th grade are free with accompanying adult.

For more information, go to www.forsythgemclub.com .

Antique road extravaganza

Carillon Assisted Living of Clemmons is partnering with the Clemmons School Memorabilia Cabinet Fund for an antique road extravaganza from 1-4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 7. Bring your antiques to be appraised or purchase tickets for several raffles to be held that day. All proceeds from the ticket sales will be contributed to the cabinet fund. The cabinet is under construction by Poindexter Lumber Co., and plans are for the cabinet to be installed in early fall in Historic Broyhill (the former Clemmons School Building). Memorabilia is also being collected to be displayed in the cabinet so contact the committee about any memorabilia you would like to donate.

Tickets may be purchased from Sumer Geiser, marketing director of Carillon Assisted Living, at 336-301-9130 or from Janice Bodsford Foster of the Memorabilia Cabinet Committee at 336-940-2449.

Carillon Assisted Living  is located at 1165 S. Peace Haven Road in Clemmons.

Grief Share at Clemmons Presbyterian

Clemmons Presbyterian Church will offer a Grief Share Series beginning Sunday, Sept. 8, from 2:30-4:30 p.m. in the church parlor. Grief Share is a Christ-centered program designed to help those mourning the loss of a loved one. The program consists of videos, discussion and a personal workbook.  The program lasts for 13 weeks, but each session is standalone and not dependent on previous sessions.  No pre-registration is required and is open to the public. Cost is $15 for the workbook. Child care is available if requested in advance. Contact the church office for more info 336-766-7631.

Powerful Tools for Caregivers course

Registration is now underway for Powerful Tools for Caregivers, a six-week course for anyone caring for a loved one who is frail or ill. Classes will take place on Thursdays from Sept. 12-Oct. 17 from 6-8 p.m. at Trinity Elms in Clemmons. There is no charge, but donations are accepted. Registration is required. To register or get information, call Linda Lewis at 336-748-0217. Classes are sponsored by the Shepherd’s Centers of Greater Winston-Salem, Family Caregiver Support Program, Senior Services, SECU Family House, and Daybreak Respite Program. Classes fill quickly, so early registration is suggested.

Salty Story Time

Bring the kids and come out for the first Salty Story Time at Salt Beach Salt Rooms on Saturday, Aug. 31, from 11 a.m.-noon. Spots are limited so call now to reserve your spot on the beach. Kid’s spots are $10, additional $5 and parents are free. For more information, call 336-293-4598. Salt Beach Salt Rooms is located at 3570 Clemmons Road in Clemmons.

GriefShare program at Clemmons UMC

Clemmons United Methodist Church will begin a new 13-week series of GriefShare, a grief recovery seminar and grief support group on Monday, Aug. 19, at 7 p.m. in the ministry center. If you or someone you know is grieving the loss of a loved one, whether it be a parent, child, spouse or sibling, you are invited. Grief is easier when shared. For questions, call Nancy at 336-971-7275 or Ann at 434-251-0343. Clemmons United Methodist Church is located at 3700 Clemmons Road in Clemmons.

Free cardiovascular screening

A Novant Health cardiovascular screening including blood tests will be hosted by Unity Moravian Church on Saturday, Sept. 21, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. This event is free to anyone 18 and older. Advanced registration is required by calling 336-277-1880 or emailing CommunityWellness@novanthealth.org. Unity Moravian Church is located at 8300 Concord Church Road in Lewisville.

Newcomers and Neighbors meeting

Newcomers and Neighbors of the greater Winston-Salem area holds its monthly meeting on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Coffee and social time is at 9:45 a.m. with meeting to follow. The meetings are held at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 1416 Bolton Street, Winston-Salem. For membership information, email wsnewcomers@gmail.com or go to
www.newcomers-Winston-Salem.com.

Jam sessions

Farmington Community Center at 1723 Farmington Road in Mocksville hosts a country music and gospel only jam session every Thursday night from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. The center also hosts a bluegrass jam session every Monday night from 7-9 p.m. Bring whatever instrument you play and join the fun. Cover charge for listeners $2, players are free.

Kiwanis Club

The Clemmons Kiwanis Club meets at the Trinity Elms Health & Rehab facility at 7449 Fair Oaks Dr. in Clemmons. The club meets on the first and third Wednesdays at 7:30 a.m. Meeting lasts one hour. Call 703- 2921 for any other information.

Clemmons Civic Club

Clemmons Civic Club, one of the areas oldest community organizations, is now open to both men and women interested in serving the Clemmons community. Meeting are held in the civic club building on Middlebrook Drive the fourth Thursday of the month beginning with dinner at 6:30 p.m. followed by an informative program.  Your first meal is complimentary. RSVP to David Barson at info@clemmonscivicclub.org .

Rotary Club of Clemmons

Clemmons Rotary Club meets from 7–8 a.m. on Wednesdays at the Village Inn Event Center, 6205 Ramada Dr, Clemmons. Contact Daniel Ballard at 336-608-9122 or d.p.ballard@gmail.com, or visit www.rotaryclubofclemmons.com for more information.

Chamber of Commerce

The Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber of Commerce meetings are held from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at the Historic Broyhill, 3540 Clemmons Road, Clemmons. Lunch is $10 for members and guests. Please RSVP to 336-970-5100 or email lewisvilleclemmonschamber@gmail.com.

Lewisville American Legion Post 522

Join a community post that supports our veterans and the town of Lewisville. Responsible for the veteran’s memorial and Memorial Day event at the Shallowford Square in Lewisville. Post also assists in veteran’s funerals. Meets every first Thursday at 7:30 p.m. At the G. Galloway Reynolds Community Center directly behind Lewisville Library. For more info. call Larry at 945-9529.

Clemmons Food Pantry

The Clemmons Food Pantry, now located at 2585 Old Glory Road, Suite 109, Clemmons, is open Tuesdays from 4 to 6 p.m., Thursdays from 3:30-5 p.m. and 6-7:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 to 11 a.m. People may receive services or drop off donations at these times. www.clemmonsfoodpantry.org

Cross Stitching at Shiloh Lutheran

If you enjoy needle crafting, knit, cross-stitch, crochet and non-sewing blanket projects, consider joining the Busy Hands Group, every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Located at Shiloh Lutheran Church fellowship hall, 703 Lewisville-Vienna Rd, Lewisville, NC 27023. Items donated to sick, needy and shut-ins.