Calendar events must be submitted by 10 a.m. Monday for publication. Items accepted are events sponsored by not-for-profit organizations or free events. Mail to: Community Calendar c/o The Nashville Graphic, 203 W. Washington St. Nashville, NC 27856 or fax (252) 459-3052 or email to news@nashvillegraphic.com. Please include a contact name and phone number.

SEPTEMBER 18
Nashville Parks and Recreation will host a free event, Native Plants for a Changing World on Sept. 18 from 6-8 p.m. Anyone can grow native plants- no matter the size of your space. Learn about incorporating native plants into your backyard landscape with the Portridge Garden design team, Janice and Helen McCracken. New and seasoned gardeners are welcome to attend. Registration can be over the phone by calling the Rec Center at 252-459-9796 or online at https://townofnashville.recdesk.com/Community/Home. Nashville Parks & Recreation center is located at 200 S. Boddie St., Nashville.

On Thursday, Sept. 18th from 5-7 p.m. The Mims Gallery at the Dunn Center in NC Wesleyan University will host an art exhibit "The Four Perspectives." the exhibit is free to the public, kids are welcome. Light refreshments will be served.

The Nash County Arts Council will host a Bedazzled Bowls Gourd Class with artist Regina Pena Thursday, September 18th, from 6-8:30p.m. Costs are $40 General or $35 Nash Arts members. Supplies included in cost. Register soon as space is limited! Visit nasharts.org/classes, www.ticketleap.events/tickets/nash-county-arts-council, or call (252) 459-4734. Nash Arts is located at 100 E. Washington St., Nashville.

SEPTEMBER 19
Coopers Ruritan will host its Chopped BBQ Pork Plate Sale on Friday, Sept. 19 from 11 a.m. until. at 3686 Volunteer Rd., Elm City (next to fire department.) Drive through only. Plates are $12 each. No ticket needed.

SEPTEMBER 20
Down East Pickleball Classic, a fund-raising event to benefit Convoy of Hope, TCI Works and other local ministries, will be held Saturday, Sept. 20 at W.B. Ennis Memorial Park, 4606 N. Old Carriage Rd. Three age brackets: 29 and under; 30-49; 50 and older. Dink competition begins at 9:15 (register online, $5); Mixed doubles is at 9:30 a.m.; men's/ women's doubles are at 11 a.m.. Advanced, intermediate and beginner - $30 entry; $10 per bracket. Register at: www.downeastpickelballclassic.com or call 252-972-7473.

Philadelphia Missionary Baptist Church of Nashville will host its annual Fun Day on Sept. 20 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Churches and the community are invited to participate. All food, games and entertainments are free. Children are asked to bring swim suits or changeable clothes for the water slide. Prizes will be awarded for winners of certain games. The event will be held on the church property.

Spring Hope Sweep, downtown cleanup will be held from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. Meet at the corrner of Pine/Railroad at 9 a.m. Gloves and closed toe shoes are highly recommended. Volunteers under the age of 17 will require supervision. No rain date. The event is hosted by The Spring Hope Downtown Development Board and the Spring Hope Chamber of Commerce.

SEPTEMBER 25
The Nash County Arts Council will host a Gourd Windchimes Class with artist Regina Pena Thursday, September 25th, from 6-8:30p.m. Costs are $40 General or $35 Nash Arts members. Supplies included in cost. Visit nasharts.org/classes, www.ticketleap.events/tickets/nash-county-arts-council, or call (252) 459-4734 to register. Nash Arts is located at 100 E. Washington St., Nashville.

The Nashville Chamber of Commerce will host its annual member-guest event on Thursday, Sept. 25 beginning at 5:30 p.m. The event features live music, hot dogs, beverages and a silent auction. The event will be held at 723 S. Barnes St., Nashville. Bring your chair. For more information call 252-459-4050.

SEPTEMBER 25-27
Minority Enterprise Development will host a high-energy Business Pitch Competition spotlighting local entrepreneurs and business owners on Sept. 25. Experience innovation in action and celebrate economic empowerment. The event will be held from 6-8 p.m. at the Rocky Mount Event Center.
Minority Enterprise Development will kick off the day on Sept. 26 with a dynamic panel featuring top industry leaders and ecosystem builders. The morning continues with featured speaker breakfast, headlined by Alfred Edmond Jr., Senior VP and Executive Editor at Black Enterprise, who will share powerful insights on building sustainable, scalable businesses. The event will take place from 7:30-10 a.m. at the Rocky Mount Event Center.
Unwind and connect at the evening Networking Mixer on Sept. 26, featuring light bites, cocktails, music and meaningful connections with local business leaders, entrepreneurs and community advocates. The event is 5-9 p.m. at Mixers Kocktail Bar, Rocky Mount Mills.
Sept. 27: Outdoor celebration filled with music, food trucks, vendors, children's activities and cultural showcases - all celebrating the rich diversity and spirit of the small business community. This event will take place from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Rocky Mount Train Station.
Table vendor fee is $20 for Rocky Mount Chamber members; $25 for non-members. Food truck fee is $40 for Rocky Mount Chamber members; $50 for non-members.

SEPTEMBER 27
Nashville Parks and Recreation Mosaic Stepping Stones workshop is Sept. 27 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Cost for Nashville residents is $45; nonresidents is $65. Unleash your creativity in our mosaic stepping stone class. In this fun, hands-on workshop, you'll design and craft your very own colorful stepping stone using beautiful glass, tiles, and stone pieces. You will receive step-by-step expert advise from a local mosaic artist. This class is perfect for beginners and art lovers of all abilities. Registration can be over the phone by calling the Rec Center at 252-459-9796 or online at https://townofnashville.recdesk.com/Community/Home. Nashville Parks & Recreation center is located at 200 S. Boddie St., Nashville.

SEPTEMBER 27
The Nash County Arts Council presents Chandler James and the Banned on Saturday, September 27th, at 7PM. Doors open at 6:30. Advance tickets are $25. Cost of admissions will increase to $30 on the day of show. Reserved seats are available for $5 more. Nash Arts members receive a $5 discount on tickets and admissions. Advance tickets are available online through https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/nash-county-arts-council or by calling the office at (252) 459-4734. Nash Arts is located at 100 E. Washington St., Nashville.

SEPTEMBER 28
The descendants of David and Louisa Matthews Boone will gather for their 84th annual family reunion on Sunday Sept. 28, 2025 at White Oak Church at 5027 Old White Oak Road Nashville. All in attendance are urged to bring a picnic basket for the 1 pm luncheon.

OCTOBER 11
Nashville Parks and Recreation will host a Barn Quilt Painting class on Oct. 11 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Cost for Nashville residents is $75; nonresidents is $95. Learn to paint your own 18"x12" barn quilt with artist Carol Mitchell! No experience necessary and all materials are included! Preregistration is required and space is limited. A 10 student minimum is required for this class. Registration can be over the phone by calling the Rec Center at 252-459-9796 or online at https://townofnashville.recdesk.com/Community/Home. Nashville Parks & Recreation center is located at 200 S. Boddie St., Nashville.

OCTOBER 25
Nash County DSS will host a free community fair on Oct. 25 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Nash County Agricultural Building, 1006 Eastern Avenue, Nashville. Visitors will discover what Nash County Department of Social Services has to offer. There will be community resources, employment opportunities and food. Free event open to the public.

NOVEMBER 8
The Spring Hope Area Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring the Dan Finch Studio Potters' Market, Nov. 8, 2025, 9 a.m. -3 p.m. in downtown Spring Hope.

- ANNOUNCEMENTS -
Storytime for ages 2-5 is held Thursday mornings at Harold D. Cooley Library from 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. The library is located at 114 W. Church St., Nashville. 252-459-2106.

Family Storytime is held on Mondays from 4-4:30 p.m. at Harold D. Cooley Library, 114 West Church St., Nashville. Activites include storytime, singing, arts and crafts. For more information call 252-459-2106