Updated: May 9, 2008
Wilson's Mills Fire Department will have their BBQ Pork & BBQ Chicken Plate Sale on Friday, May 9th now until 7:30pm. Lunch & supper will be served at Station #1 in Wilson's Mills and supper only will be served at Station #2, on Cleveland School Road, beginning at 4:30pm. They will also be selling tickets for a handmade quilt for $1 each to be given away at 7:00pm.
North Johnston Middle School will hold its' annual AVID (Achievement Via Independent Determination) Variety Show on Friday, May 9th at 7:00pm. Carolyn Ennis will be a special guest during this time. Tickets will be $6 and can be purchased through NJMS. For more information, call 919-284-3374.
West Johnston High School Fine Arts Department will stage the musical production of Les Miserables now through Saturday, May 10th at 7:00pm and Sunday, May 11th at 3:00pm. Tickets are $10 in advance or $12 at the door. For more information, call 919-934-7333.
"Foxfire" will be at the Neuse Little Theatre Hut in Smithfield now through Sunday, May 11th and Friday, May 16th - Saturday, May 17th. For more information, call 919-934-1873.
The Smithfield Rescue Mission will have a Yard Sale on Saturday, May 10th at 7:30am. The Mission is located at 523 Glen Street in Smithfield. For more information, call 919-934-9257.
On Saturday, May 10th at 7:00am, there will be a Relay For Life Fundraising Yard Sale at Aycock Auto Auction.
The Democratic Men Of Johnston County will have their Meeting on Saturday, May 10th at 8:00am at Parkside Cafe in Pine Level. For more information, call 919-894-3734.
The Johnston County Retired School Personnel will have the following Meetings & Programs at Holt Lake BBQ & Seafood in Smithfield. Programs begin at 11:30am:Tuesday, May 13th with Joyce Hawkins & Tuesday, June 10th with a speaker to be announced.
The Johnston Soil and Water Conservation District’s Board of Supervisors will have their Meeting at 7:00pm on Tuesday, May 13th at the Johnston County Agricultural Building located at 2736 NC Highway 210, Smithfield. The meeting is open to the public.
On Thursday, May 15th at 6:30pm, the Democratic Women Of Johnston County will have their Annual Potluck Dinner in the Fellowship Hall of St. Paul's Episcopal Church on South Second Street in Smithfield. Everyone is invited to come and bring their favorite dish. For more information, call 919-550-4186.
The Clayton Senior Center will have a Yard Sale on Saturday, May 17th from 7:00am - 12:00pm on Dairy Road in Clayton.
The Wendell Senior Center will sponsor a Bake Sale in the parking lot of the Wendell IGA on Saturday, May 17th from 8:30am - 12:30pm.
Friendly Chapel Pentecostal Free Will Baptist Church Relay For Life Team will have a Chili Cookoff on Saturday, May 17th with a $20 entry fee for People's Chili Category and $50 for Team Chili Category. Admission & tasting tickets are $5 for ages 5 and up. For more information, call 919-779-3924.
The Summer Seasonal Living History Program & Artillery Demonstrations will be held at the Bentonville Battlefield State Historic Sight on Saturday, May 17th from 10:00am - 4:00pm. The sight is located on Devil's Racetrack Road.
The Wiggins-Jackson Reunion will be held at Pine Level Park on Sunday, May 18th at 1:00pm. Everyone is asked to bring a covered dish.
The Down East ALS Support Group (Lou Gehrig's Disease) will have their Meeting on Sunday, May 18th at 2:00pm at Westside Church Of Christ, 106 Oakmont Drive in Greenville. For more information, call 252-746-4221.
The Clayton Chamber of Commerce will present "Eggs & Issues", a Public Forum of Johnston County Economic Development on Wednesday, May 21st at the Clayton Steakhouse. Tickets are $10 per person for chamber members and $15 for non-chamber members. Breakfast will be served. Seats must be reserved no later than Wednesday, May 14th. To RSVP, call 919-553-6352.
On Wednesday, May 21st at Johnston Community College Paul A. Johnston Auditorium Lobby from 10:00am - 2:00pm, there will be a JobLink Job Fair hosted by the Managing Partners of the Johnston County JobLink Career Center System. For more information, call 919-464-2485.
There will be a Town Hall Meeting between the citizens of Johnston County and the Johnston County School System on Wednesday, May 21st from 6:30pm - 9:00pm at the Johnston Medical Mall Auditorium in Smithfield.
The Johnston County Cooperative Extension Service is offering free Home Buyer Workshops on Thursday, May 22nd at 6:00pm, Tuesday, May 13th & Tuesday, May 27th at 2:00pm, Thursday, June 12th & Thursday, June 26th at 4:00pm, and Tuesday, July 8th & Tuesday, July 22nd at 4:00pm. Registration is required by calling 919-989-5380.
On Thursday, May 22nd at 7:30pm, to prepare for the Ava Gardner Film Festival, there will be a screening of independent films at the Ava Gardner Museum in downtown Smithfield. For more information, call 919-934-5830.
The Clayton Kiwanis Club will have their Golf Tournament on Thursday, June 26th at 12:00pm at Pine Hollow Golf Club. Proceeds will benefit the Scholarship Foundation at Clayton High School. For more information, call Kim at 919-553-6352.
BioWork, a 136-hour preparatory course for entry-level technicians, will be offered beginning Tuesday, May 27th, with an option of day or evening classes. All classes will be held at the Johnston County Workforce Development Center on Bestwood Drive in Clayton. Students must attend an information session and show 9th grade level proficiency in reading and mathematics. For more information call 919-209-2593.
Sundown In Downtown will be held at the Benson Singing Grove on Thursday, May 29th at 6:00pm with the Band Of Oz. For more information, call 919-894-3825.
Pleasant Hill Christian Church Relay For Life Team #25 is having a Quilt Raffle for a patriotic quilt with tickets for $1 each.
First Baptist Church Relay For Life Team #41 are having multiple fundraisers and are selling Cookbooks, Tied Purple Ribbons, & Quilt Raffle Tickets. Tickets are $1 each or 6 tickets for $5.
The OPC Relay For Life Team #29 is selling Hope Bracelets, Celebrate Bracelets, Remember Bracelets, & Fight Back Bracelets for $3 each with all proceeds to benefit the American Cancer Society. For more information, call 919-796-3125.
The Clayton Visual Arts Exhibit will be at The Clayton Center now through Friday, May 30th. For more information, call 919-553-1737.
Relay For Life Captain's Meetings will be held at Johnston Community College in the Graphic Arts Building every first Saturday of the month at 10:00am and each third Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm. The Relay For Life will be held on Friday, May 30th & Saturday, May 31st at Johnston Community College. For more information, call Pat Penny at 919-553-5390 or 919-894-5557.
The 2nd Annual Johnston County Relay For Life Youth Walk will take place as part of the Relay For Life on Friday, May 30th & Saturday, May 31st. For more information, call 919-631-5945.
Johnston County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. presents Community Empowerment Day on Saturday, May 31st from 8:45am - 6:30pm at the Johnston County Agricultural Building. The event will feature a motivational speaker, financial workshops, educational workshops, health fair & health screenings, and voter registration. There will be retail & food vendors, free babysitting service, and games & activities. The day will conclude with a Gospel Fest featuring area singing groups. For more information, call 991-934-9317.
Pharmacy Assistant, a 36-hour prep course, will be offered at the Workforce Development Center on Bestwood Drive in Clayton Tuesday, June 3rd - August 19th, each Tuesday from 6:00pm - 9:00pm. This course covers an overview of working in a pharmacy, assistant responsibilities, pharmacology, drug names, prescription analysis, inventory, and safety awareness. For more information call 919-209-2593.
The Millstock Music & Arts Fair will be held in Downtown Clayton on Saturday, June 7th from 10:00am - 6:00pm. For more information, call 919-553-1545.
On Wednesday, June 11th from 11:30am - 4:00pm, there will be a Youth & Adult Volunteer Training Day at the 4-H Office. This will prepare individuals for what they need to know in order to work with youth during Summer Fun Activities sponsored by the Cooperative Extension Service. For more information, call 919-989-5380.
The Selma Parks & Recreation Department will have British Soccer Camp on Monday, June 16th - Friday, June 20th at Selma Middle School for ages 6 - 16 years. Cost is $97 per person. For more information, call 919-975-1411.
The Johnston County Cooperative Extension Service will have the following camps throughout the summer. For more information on any of the camps listed, call 919-989-5380. The camps are as follows: Just Horsin' Around on Friday, June 13th at the County Livestock Arena; Green Thumbs-Bake & Decorate-Cloverbuds on Tuesday, June 17th - Wednesday, June 18th; Neuse River Canoe on Thursday, June 19th at Howell Woods; Digital Photography on Monday, June 23rd - Tuesday, June 24th at the 4-H Office; College Days #1 on Tuesday, June 24th; Leadership Academy on Wednesday, June 25th & Friday, June 27th at the 4-H Office; College Days #2 on Thursday, June 26th; College Days #3 on Tuesday, July 8th; Chefs In The Kitchen on Tuesday, July 8th - Thursday, July 10th at the 4-H Office; Topiary 101 on Friday, July 11th at the 4-H Office; Make It Fun-Cloverbud on Tuesday, July 15th - Wednesday, July 16th; Dancing With 4-H on Tuesday, July 15th - Wednesday, July 16th at the 4-H Office; College Days #4 on Friday, July 18th; Bee Happy on Friday, July 18th at the 4-H Office; Chefs In The Kitchen on Tuesday, July 22nd - Thursday, July 24th at the 4-H Office; Biotechnology Discovery Camp on Tuesday, July 29th - Thursday, July 31st at the Workforce Development Center in Clayton; Electrifying Fun on Monday, August 4th at the 4-H Office; Money, Money, Money on Wednesday, August 6th at the 4-H Office; The Triple A Look For Less on Thursday, August 7th at the 4-H Office; and Sew With Purpose on Monday, August 11th - Thursday, August 14th at the 4-H Office. Cost & age applicable varies according to camp & workshop. Again, for more information, contact Lori McBryde at 919-989-5380.
The following is a list of performances of the Johnston Community College Country Music Showcase. Each performance will be held on a Friday night, a Saturday afternoon matinee, and a Saturday night. For more information, call the box office at 919-989-2099. On Friday, June 13 & Saturday, June 14th: Small Town Saturday Night; Friday, August 8th & Saturday, August 9th: Gospel Jubilee; Friday, October 3rd & Saturday, October 4th: Let's Go To The Hop; and Thursday, December 4th, Friday, December 5th, & Saturday, December 6th: Christmas In Dixie.
On Saturday, June 14th, the Johnston County Friends Of NRA Committee will hold a Banquet at the American Legion Post 132 on Pitchi Street in Smithfield starting at 6:00pm. Tickets are $30 per person and include a $10 tax-deductable contribution. For more information, call Mike at 919-868-6502.
The Selma Parks & Recreation Department is offering the following camps & opportunities: Free Football Camp for ages 6-12 years from 6:30pm - 8:00pm at Selma Middle School from Monday, June 23rd - Thursday, June 26th; Basketball Camp from Monday, June 23rd - Wednesday, June 25th for ages 7-14 years from 9:00am - 12:00pm daily at Selma Middle School. Cost will be $50. The registration deadline is Friday, June 13th; Art Camp from Monday, June 23rd - Friday, June 27th and Monday, July 28th - Monday, August 4th for ages 5-12 years at Selma Parks & Recreation Department. Camps will take place from 1:30pm - 3:30pm and will cost $100; Selma Senior Citizens Day on Friday, May 9th at the Selma Fire Station beginning at 9:30am; 5th Annual All American Festival will be Friday, July 4th in uptown Selma. Registration deadline for vendors is Friday, June 13th and the fee is $25. For more information, call 919-975-1411.
Johnston County 4-H still has openings for Betsy Jeff Penn 4-H Camp in Reidsville the week of Sunday, June 29th - Friday, July 4th. Boys and girls ages 8 to 14 years can participate. Cost is $235 and includes transportation, meals, lodging, and insurance. A non-refundable deposit of $50 is due with registration. The balance will be due by Tuesday, June 3rd. For more information, call 919-989-5380.
The Clayton Chamber Of Commerce will hold their Harvest Festival on Wednesday, September 17th - Sunday, September 21st. There will be a carnival area, rides, games, music, entertainment, food, a merchant auction, and a car show. For more information, call 919-553-6352.
4-H Volunteers are needed to lead clubs with members ages 5-9 years. If you have a skill or interest that you would like to pass along, please call Teresa Byrd at 919-989-5380.
Chapter 990, Johnston County Vietnam Veterans Of America meets each third Monday night of the month at 7:00pm at the White Swan, Hwy. 301 South in Smithfield. Membership is open to all veterans, all services, who served during the Vietnam era. For more information, call 919-934-6428.
Reins From Above Therapeutic Riding Center in Johnston County is in need of Volunteers to work with special needs children and adults. No horse experience is necessary. If you can help, please call 919-938-1556.
Host Families are needed for CIEE Foreigh Exchange Students arriving in August to spend 10 months in your home while learning about the culture while attending high school. CIEE students have their own spending money and medical insurance as part of the program. Families need to provide a bedrom, meals at home, and transportation to the student. For more information, contact coordinator Lynnette Goreman at 919-417-3743.
If you need help with Medicare, Part D Supplemental Insurance, call the Council On Aging at 919-934-6066, ext. 240.
Caregiver Support Group Meetings will be held at Smithfield First Baptist Church every 3rd Thursday of the month from 1:30pm - 3:30p. Pre-registration is required. Contact Kathy at 919-934-6066, ext. 229.
YOUTH of Wilson is a non-profit organization that matches a volunteer mentor to a youth for 8 hours a month on the mentor's schedule. Call 252-243-3675 and ask for Patricia Becton for more details on becoming a mentor.
Ride JCATS & reserve your seat. School, work, appointments, and more. JCATS is an affordable means of county wide transportation. $1 per ride in the county and $10 per ride out of the county. Call 24 hours in advance for availability. Some limitations apply. Call 919-202-5030 and ask for Crystal.
The American Legion Post #132 in Smithfield, meets the 2nd Thursday in each month at 6:30pm at the Post Home, located at 100 Pitchi Street. For more information, call 919-989-9312 or 919-989-4938.
Zebulon Shrine Club meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 7:00pm at the Shrine Club, located at Arrendall Avenue. For more information, call 919-934-8148.
Volunteers are looking for Dog Houses & Dog Kennels for rescued animals. Working in conjunction with many animal related organizations, such as AARF & JCAPL, these individuals provide shelter for rescued animals. For more information, or to donate a dog house or kennel, call 919-894-2957 or 919-961-8818.
Mother's Unlimited Meetings for the Cleveland/Garner area will be held the first Wednesday of each month at 10:00am at Morgan's Gymnastics. For more information, call 919-464-9102.
The Council On Aging is in need of Volunteers to cut grass, trim hedges, and build ramps, among other odd jobs for the elderly in the county. For more information, call 919-934-6066, ext. 240.
The Johnston County Council On Aging is accepting durable Medical Equipment, such as lift chairs, walkers, wheelchairs, canes, etc. All must be in good condition. For more information, call 919-934-6066, extension 232.
Moms In Touch International is for mothers interested in meeting for one hour each week to pray for their children, schools, teachers, and administrators. For more information, call Anecia Lee at 919-894-4266.
YOUTH of Wilson is a local, non profit United Way agency dedicated to the lives of local at risk youth. If you would like to be a Youth Volunteer or Mentor, call 252-243-3675 or visit their website.
A Grief Support Group will meet the third Friday of each month at the Johnston County Council on Aging, 1363 West Market Street, Smithfield from 10:00am - 12:00pm. For more information call 919-553-4350 or 919-934-6066.
American Legion Post 518 in Clayton will meet the first Monday of each month at 7:00pm at Rainbow Lanes on Highway 42 just west of Clayton. For more information contact Post Commander John King Jr. at 919-550-2194.
Habitat For Humanity of Johnston County needs volunteers for a variety of tasks from clerical to building. The organization helps families to build affordable homes. For more information call Ned Walsh at 919-934-9331.
The Meadow Ruritan Club meets the second Tuesday night in each month at the Meadow Village Restaurant at 6:30 pm. They invite anyone interested in helping others to join them. For more information call 894-3360.
Project Linus, a volunteer non-profit organization, is accepting new, handmade washable Blankets For Children who are seriously ill. For more information, or to donate a blanket, contact Ann Sasser, Chapter Coordinator at 919-359-1304 or visit the Project Linus website.
The Carolina Blood Services Region of the American Red Cross is in need of Volunteers to assist with Blood Drives in Johnston County. Volunteers provide a number of services at blood drives including greeting donors, helping them register and serving refreshments. Individuals and civic organization interested in volunteering can call Donna Whitmann, Chapter Executive, at 919-934-8481.
The Johnston County Veterans Service Office has information about the State Scholarship Program for children of certain disabled, deceased, or former POW/MIA veterans. For more details, contact Larry Byrd at 919-989-5067.
The Widowed Persons Organization will meet the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00pm at Rainbow Lanes on Highway 42 near Clayton. There will be a $5 attendance charge that will include food and drink. If you would like more information, call 919-553-7196 or 919-359-2547.
Harbor Incorporated is in need of dependable vehicles for clients. All donations are tax deductible. For more information, call 919-938-3566.