Community Calendar — Sept. 12
Published 12:00 am Thursday, September 12, 2019
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Powerful Tools for Caregivers course
Registration is now underway for Powerful Tools for Caregivers, a 6-week course for anyone caring for a loved one who is frail or ill. Classes will take place 10:30 a.m.-noon on Thursdays from Oct. 17-Nov. 21 at the SECU Family House, 1970 Baldwin Lane. 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.
Community festival
Immanuel Baptist homecoming
Immanuel Baptist Church will host a homecoming and revival on Sunday, Sept. 15. There will be an old-fashioned theme with a morning service only. The church will be celebrating 70 years in the community. Come dressed in clothing styles of the 1930s-’50s. Prepare your favorite dessert and invite family and friends. Plan for an exciting day of fellowship, singing and preaching by Evangelist Ron Zwart. The church will also host a revival on Sept. 16-18 at 7 p.m. Immanuel Baptist is located at 1505 Lewisville-Clemmons Road in Clemmons.
Port-a-pit chicken dinner
Clemmons Republican Club to observe Constitution Day
The Clemmons Republican Club is sponsoring a special event to observe this year’s Constitution Day at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17, at the Broyhill Office Suites, next to the Clemmons Library. Former Forsyth County Republican Party Chairman Scott Cumbie will give a presentation on the history and contemporary relevance of the U.S. Constitution. The event is free and open to the public.
Clemmons Republican Club
The Clemmons Republican Club is sponsoring a special event to observe this year’s Constitution Day at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 17, at the Broyhill Office Suites, next to the Clemmons Library. Former Forsyth County Republican Party Chairman Scott Cumbie will give a presentation on the history and contemporary relevance of the U.S. Constitution. Free and open to the public.
CPC hosts blood drive
Clemmons Presbyterian Church will host a blood drive on Thursday, Sept. 12, from 2:30-6:45 p.m.
Walk-ins can be accommodated but things run more smoothly for individual donors and the drive as a whole if you have an appointment. You may get an appointment from blood drive coordinator Sam Boger at 336-830-4034 or at the Red Cross website at www.redcrossblood.org. Clemmons Presbyterian Church is located at 3930 Clemmons Road (Hwy. 158).
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
Village Farmers Market
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.
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
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.
