September 2019 by Johnston Now

September 2019

| Your Community. Your Neighbors. Your Story.

Benson Little Theater’s 20th anniversary A look ahead

at Mule Days

How O’Neals Township

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Area teams capture

state titles

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ON THE COVER Ava Grace Jernigan performs during a Benson Little Theater production. Photo by Ken Tart Photogrpahy.

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Benson Little Theater’s 20th Anniversary

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JCC RECOGNIZES GRADUATES

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JCC MACHINING STUDENTS COMPETE

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JCC NAMED ONE OF TOP 10 BEST COMMUNITY COLLEGES IN AMERICA

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UNCENSORED WINS 2019 N.C. WIFFLE BALL TOURNAMENT

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NEWS FROM YOUR NEIGHBORS

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

BENSON MULE DAYS CELEBRATES 70 YEARS

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JCC RECOGNIZES HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY AND ADULT HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES Submitted by Johnston Community College

SMITHFIELD — In 2018-19, 116 students earned their high school equivalency diploma and 21 students earned their adult high school diploma through Johnston Community College. JCC hosted a summer commencement ceremony Aug. 8 for students who earned high school equivalency diplomas and adult high school diplomas this year. During the past school year, 102 students earned their high school equivalency diploma, and 21 students earned their adult high school diploma from the main campus. An additional 14 high school equivalency diplomas were awarded at Johnston

Correctional Institute. Dr. Teresa McDonald was the commencement speaker. McDonald earned a bachelor’s degree from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a master’s degree from North Carolina State University. Most recently, she completed a doctoral degree in adult and community college education at North Carolina State University. For more information on the program, please call 919-209-2122 or 919-209-2539.

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There are plenty of potential uses for property on Main Street in Clayton. There are boutiques, restaurants and a number of retail spots. At 439 East

The Main Street Community Garden was founded in 2012, and its mission is even more unique than its location. “It began as an intentional project to provide healthy vegetables to those in need while building a diverse community of volunteers, encouraging formation of crosscultural relationships,” Thomas Lipscomb said. “My mother and I developed the idea while discussing potential uses for the property.” The garden produces loads of vegetables while also providing a home for a host of flowering

pollinators. The fruit of that labor helps feed area residents who are dealing with food insecurity. “Priority is given to those who have food needs,” Lipscomb said. “We also build home gardens for those we serve to encourage higher self-sufficiency. Families, church and social groups, and those interested in learning gardening are our most frequent volunteers. “Everyone is welcome, however food produced is required to be provided to those in need. In other words, most of our volunteers work to produce food that someone else will eat, and we think that makes our team very special indeed! “Volunteers are required to actively seek out someone in need to provide their crops to, we are intentionally relational and desire to form lasting relationships that can address other possible needs and encourage selfreliance.”

Sustainability is also a focus for Lipscomb and the garden. “It is critical to our mission,” he said. “It is wise to recycle water, but toting irrigating water from a rain barrel also helps develop empathy for the 10 percent of people who have to carry water to their homes daily. There is a Native American saying, ‘we do not inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children.’ We believe this and believe it our moral duty to reduce wastefulness.” In addition to the tangible benefits of the garden, it also helps to break down walls among its volunteers. “Seeing families of different faiths who met serving at the garden having dinner at a local restaurant,” Lipscomb said. “Watching people on polar opposite ends of the political spectrum working side by side to build a garden at a shelter. Witnessing tolerance grow and flourish. Empowering those with disabilities to find success and friendships. Rejoicing as countless people come

to photograph or paint the seasonal beauty. Providing classes and community art projects.” The group of volunteers also covers a wide range of ages and religious beliefs. “(We have volunteers ranging from) three to 91 years old,” he said. “Baptist, Methodist, Catholic, Buddhist, Muslim, Deist, Atheist, Pentecostal, Mormon and more. Hippy, yuppie, rich, poor, black, white, Hispanic, liberal, conservative, gay, straight, etc.” It’s not surprising to learn that the principles that guide the Main Street Community Garden mirror those that matter most to the property’s founder. “I love diversity, gardening and helping others,” he said. “I am a person of strong faith and the garden allows me to express it without words. There is enough hate and intolerance in the world, if our little garden can help change that even a little then we have been successful.”

The Main Street Community Garden is seeking volunteers for the fall season. To learn more, call 919-274-4486.

JCC MACHINING STUDENTS PLACE FIRST AND SEVENTH AT NATIONAL COMPETITION Submitted by Johnston Community College

Pictured from left are: Joshua Murphy, JCC machining instructor Dwight Barnes and Matthew Carmody.

SMITHFIELD — Matthew Carmody of Selma, a machining student at Johnston Community College, has won the gold medal at the 2019 SkillsUSA national competition. Carmody competed against 21 other state champions in the two-day competition. In addition to the gold medal, he also received a Skill Point Proficiency Certificate in CNC Turning Specialist. Another JCC machining student, Joshua Murphy of Smithfield, placed seventh in the nation in the technical drafting competition. Murphy competed against 24 other state champions in this three-day competition. The SkillsUSA Championships, held in Louisville, took place June 24-28 as part of the 55th SkillsUSA National Leadership

and Skills Conference (NLSC), a showcase of career and technical education students. During the week, more than 6,600 outstanding career and technical education students — all state contest winners — competed in over 100 different hands-on trade, technical and leadership fields. “Matthew and Joshua are products of our Computer Integrated Machining Program at JCC,” said instructor Dwight Barnes. “Matthew is the second student to achieve the gold medal for JCC at the national event. He put in a lot of time in preparation for this event, which is what it takes to win at such a high level. I could not be more proud of Matthew for his accomplishment and where his training from JCC will take him.”

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BENSON — The small town of Benson, with a population of around 3,500, will swell to about 30,000 on Sept. 26-29 when the 70th Annual Benson Mule Days Celebration takes place. This four-day festival is packed full of mule events that celebrate the "beast of burden" and the role of mules in rural farming. Visitors come from as far away as Alaska, Germany and California to see and also participate in Mule Days, which is filled with family fun and activities for everyone young and old. Mule Days always opens with a concert, which will be held on Thursday night at 6 in the Benson Singing Grove on Main Street. This year’s band is Nashville act Confederate Railroad. There is no charge for admission. On Friday, visitors can enjoy many events including the “mule competitions” held in the Chamber Park and Arena. If you haven’t seen a mule competition this is a “must see” for the whole family. There will be mule coon jumping, a mule race, and new this year, a mule pull.

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tractors, unique entries, beauty queens and hundreds of horses, mules, buggies, wagons and more make their way down Main Street of Benson beginning at 10 a.m. There is a Best of Show event in which judges select a “Grand Champion” mule to be included in the Benson Mule Days parade on Saturday. The grand champion mule is also bestowed a kiss on the nose from the reigning Miss Benson beauty queen.

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Following the parade visitors can make their way to the Singing Grove Park where a bluegrass show featuring Eric Strickland will be presented. Visit the arts and crafts vendors as well the commercial vendors and try riding a bucking (mechanical) bull. There is a lot to do during Benson Mule Days and it is a great time to stroll the beautiful town of Benson.

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SELMA — My Kid’s Club announces Alison Gammage as its new executive director. In her role, Gammage is responsible for managing the strategic planning and operation of the club in support of its mission for the more than 200 youth that the club now serves in Selma, Smithfield and Benson. Gammage has held several leadership positions, most recently as Lower School Head of St. Timothy’s School in Raleigh. She was previously the founder and director of the Teaching and Learning Center at The National Cathedral School in Washington D.C. and is a regular presenter at national and state conferences on various educational

topics. A graduate of Oxford University and American University in Washington, D.C., Gammage has spent nearly 30 years as an educator and administrator, designing curriculum and pedagogy based on research, and raising money to support educational programs for underserved students. Her “true passion” is working and advocating for parents and teachers with a goal of helping children reach their potential. As the first child in her family to go to college, Gammage has first-hand experience of what it takes to “follow a dream.” “It is wonderful to be working in Johnston County,” Gammage said. “I

grew up in a rural part of England, and as I drive down Highway 70 on my way to work the rolling fields remind me of home. “I am thrilled to be working with our dedicated team of staff, board members and volunteers, all of whom help our club members by creating quality programs that help children feel successful, realize their potential and shape their futures. Being part of My Kid’s Club is tremendously rewarding and I feel blessed to be in this role.” My Kid’s Club launched in January 2019 and is the former Boys & Girls Club in Selma. For more information, visit www. mykidsclub.org or call 919-351-1559.

COUNTRY SUPERSTARS 102.3 ADDS FAMILIAR VOICE TO MORNING SHOW Submitted by Country Superstars 102.3

CLAYTON — Marty “The One Man Party” Young has returned to the Triangle to host mornings on Country Superstars 102.3 (WKJO). Young is teaming up with cohost Carlie on the JoCoMorning Show weekdays from 5:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. He left the area last year for a radio hosting opportunity in Tulsa, Oklahoma, after several years on the morning team at Raleigh’s WQDR. In that time, he won ACM and CMA personality awards. “It’s a homecoming for Marty back in Johnston County where he has roots,” WKJO Program Director Mike Edwards said. “We’re thrilled that he’s a part of the Country Superstars family and look forward to watching

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From left, JCC student trustee Heather Choate, Dr. Oliver Johnson and Hank Daniels take their oaths of office.

SMITHFIELD — Dr. Oliver Johnson of Smithfield is the newest member of the Johnston Community College Board of Trustees. A retired assistant superintendent with Johnston County Public Schools and current pastor of Faith Missionary Baptist Church, Johnson was appointed to the board by Gov. Roy Cooper. “I’m excited to be here and excited to work with a great group of people and help advance this great institution,” Johnson said. Meanwhile, Hank Daniels, CPA and Smithfield business owner, has been reappointed for a third term by the Johnston County Board of Commissioners. Benton Sawrey, a Smithfield attorney,

has also been appointed for a second term by the Johnston County Board of Education. Johnson, Daniels and Sawrey took their oaths of office July 11 and will each serve a four-year term. JCC SGA president Heather Choate, an associate in science student from Newton Grove, is the new student trustee and will serve as a non-voting member for 2018-19. At Thursday’s meeting, trustees also recognized Jonathan Breeden, a Cleveland attorney, for his service on the board. Breeden served one four-year term. Trustees also thanked Dylan Anderson, SGA president for 2018-19, for his service.

LOCAL STUDENTS ATTEND N.C. SUZUKI INSTITUTE AT ECU Submitted by Heather Rhodes-Pope

Four Oaks Elementary School student Eva Grace Pope, 7, a rising second grader, attended the fullday program at the N.C. Suzuki Institute at East Carolina University from July 8-12. Emmett Pope, 5, a rising kindergartner, attended the Pre-Twinkle Camp on July 6-7. Their instructor, Pamela B. Kelly, led the advanced students and joined them for the final concert.

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beautiful in 25 years as it is today. “Fleming Homes has created a very special and unique community for today’s active adult buyer. We’re 70 percent sold out, but we’ve saved a great selection of styles and home sites for our final phase.” All of them with the perfect blend of location and luxury.

“The location of The Tapestry allows our residents to be in the center of everything that the 40/42 area has to offer, but the community itself retains a country feeling,” he said. This is achieved with subtle touches —like a single entrance to the community, sidewalks on both sides of the streets and a traffic-calming street design — and by grander design, thanks to the bustling community center, The Lodge. “In addition to a great home, all of our residents are buying a lifestyle,” Auchter said. “The Lodge features many amenities, both inside and outside as well as a host of monthly activities for residents to participate in — if they choose. While The Lodge is the focal point of the community, there’s also a fully-functioning community garden, dog park and two additional relaxation parks spread though out the neighborhood with two more on the way.” It all adds up to a unique community atmosphere. “It caters to the 55-plus active adult buyer by offering a lifestyle,” Auchter said. “We offer exciting open designs, quality construction, luxurious standard features and a neighborhood, even down to the exterior colors, that has been designed to be as

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South Johnston went undefeated in the state tournament on July 25-28, defeating Chocowinity, Lenoir and Jamesville in the earlier rounds. The team faced Jamesville again on Sunday and claimed the championship in four innings with a 13-1 victory. Pictured left are: Kneeling, from left — Paul Olive, Parker Wood, Cody Bates, Lucas Carpenter and Harvey Schneider. Standing, from left, are Brooks West, Brad Barbee, Kannan Crumpler, Dewayne Schneider, Evan Barefoot, Chase Carroll, Dylan Bates, Mason Raynor, A.J. Byrd, Nicholas Jackson, Chris Carroll and Jonathan Raynor.

SOUTH JOHNSTON 10U TEAM WINS STATE TITLE SMITHFIELD — The South Johnston 10U baseball team finished an unbeaten run to a state championship recently.

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SMITHFIELD — There are now more than 70 Johnston County farms and agribusinesses listed on the Visit NC Farms App, a new initiative from the North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services. The app is a digital marketing tool aimed at the 10 million residents and over 50 million visitors to the state annually. Johnston County was one of the first counties to sign on to the program and continues to add JoCo participants. The Johnston County Visitors Bureau (JCVB), in partnership with the Johnston County Cooperative Extension, and on behalf of agritourism businesses across

the county, has helped to begin and maintain JoCo’s presence on the app. Johnston County listings include farms, u-pick operations, farmers markets, restaurants sourcing from local farms and even farms that double as wedding venues. The JCVB will continue to work with Extension, the state and participating farms in the county to market the app to residents and visitors. “There are many Johnston County farms and agribusinesses that grow or process and package fresh vegetables, meat products, plants and more. The NC Farms App is a great way for local farmers to

“Both agriculture and tourism remain multi-million dollar economic drivers for the county and the new Visit NC Farms App offers a unique way to combine the two for the benefit of consumers and the profitability of farmers,” said Johnston County Visitors Bureau President, Donna Bailey-Taylor. “(The visitors bureau) has been championing agritourism for over 15 years in Johnston County. Our heritage and our continued tradition as a farming community allows us to market our destination as a place to learn about and experience agriculture.” To download the app visit the Apple or Android store on your phone and search “Visit NC Farms.” For more information on the app visit www. VisitNCFarmsToday.com. To learn more about agritourism in Johnston County visit the tourism page at www. johnstoncountync.org/agritourism.

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SKIRMISH AT THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE By Benjamin Sanderford

Johnston County was in need of a new courthouse in 1759. The old courthouse at Walnut Creek was cut off in Dobbs County (now Wayne County). As a replacement site, the colonial government chose a “quarter section” (160 acres) of land just east of present-day Clayton known as “Hinton’s Quarter,” after William Hinton, who agreed to allow the construction of a new courthouse on two acres of his property. Hinton’s Quarter would be the base of Johnston’s administration until 1771, when the creation of Wake County resulted in the removal of the county seat to Smithfield. The most significant event to take place at the Hinton’s Quarter courthouse was a pre-Revolutionary insurrection that became notorious as far afield as London. This is not how the insurgents imagined their movement would play out. Indeed, protesting the policies of the King and Parliament was the last thing many of them wanted to do. However, they were frustrated with what they saw as the unfair tax system of Governor William Tryon in New Bern. It did not help that the taxes were used to fund the construction of a grand new palace that most Johnstonians would never see. Discontent festered throughout the 1760s. As time wore on, one man, John O’Neals, began to take the lead in defying the local authorities. Since he could not write, 26 | JOHNSTON NOW

O’Neals persuaded an ally, Elmer Henley, to draft letters to their neighbors calling on them to refuse to pay taxes assessed under colonial law. Despite his illiteracy, O’Neals was evidently skilled at motivating the small farmers who felt cheated by the Tryon administration. Many of them signed his and Henley’s letters, causing considerable consternation at Hinton’s Quarter. By February 1768, the authorities felt threatened enough to bring Henley to court, where he admitted his own and O’Neals’s role in the unrest. The political temperature rose over the spring and summer. Finally, in August, O’Neals led a group of around 80 men to the courthouse with the intention of capturing the county justices and, possibly, freeing his relative and fellow dissident Thomas O’Neals. The justices, warned at the last minute, managed to call on their supporters to confront the insurgents. The rival mobs, armed with clubs and fists, fought on a nearby field. The brawl was intense, but the authorities eventually restored order and arrested the insurgent ring leaders, including O’Neals. The attack on Hinton’s Quarter was hardly a revolution. The insurgents had no political program apart from their grievances, and these grievances related to local issues only. They also had little support from higher

members of society who saw them as a vulgar rabble. Nevertheless, the violence at the courthouse clearly showed that a reservoir of anger against the status quo was building up and the colonial elite would soon not only share it but direct it against Mother England herself. Within two years of the skirmish at Hinton’s Quarter, a squad of panicky British soldiers would shoot into another mob in Boston, known as the “Boston Massacre.” Within seven years, the Virginian Patrick Henry would cry, “Give me liberty, or give me death!” Twelve months later, representatives from North Carolina and 12 other colonies would declare complete independence from the British Empire.

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people in the community pulled money together to make that happen. Over the past 20 years, we have progressed from a bare-bones first production. But they were very popular. The community wanted something like that to happen. They stood behind it and showed up, and it's just got bigger and better.” The BFA has been around even longer, founded in 1989 by Noela Woodall, and its first project was the renovation of the W.J. Barefoot Auditorium. This included an overhaul of the backstage area and the addition of meeting and dressing rooms.

A product of the Benson Foundation for the Arts, the productions have come a long way over the past two decades.

The Benson Little Theater, through an agreement with the Town of Benson, is allowed to use the auditorium free of charge.

“It started out as sort of a grass roots idea,” Benson Foundation for the Arts chairman D.H. Johnson said. “With some funding from the Johnston County Arts Council, the North Carolina Arts Council, multiple

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“The Odd Couple” is a bit of a departure from the usual Benson Little Theater production, and Johnson is excited to bring the classic comedy to Benson. “I think any community theater will tell you that what sells are bigger shows, usually musicals, things that have a lot of younger people, children and teenagers,” he said. “Because every child is a guaranteed four to six ticket sales. So, they have not done plays. So, this is the first play we've done that's not a Christmas play (in a while). “I think the last straight play we've done was “Steel Magnolias,” and I think that was 2003. It's one of the funniest plays I've ever experienced. Just perfect comedy writing.” The new season also features “The Embers Christmas” Show on Dec. 7, Benson's Got Talent Jr. on Feb. 1 and “Guys and Dolls” on April 24-26.

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Add your organization’s events to the community calendar at JohnstonNow.com or email us at calendar@JohnstonNow.com. For the full community calendar with hundreds of area events, visit JohnstonNow.com. NAMI support groups The Johnston County Affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness offers weekly support groups for those suffering from mental illness (Connection) as well as their loved ones and friends (Family Support). Regular meetings are now held in Benson, Clayton, Selma and Smithfield. For more information, please either call NAMI Johnston County at 919-4643572; email at namijcnc@gmail.com or visit www.namijcnc.net. Various Dates Classic Country Jubliee Rudy Theatre, Selma The Classic Country Jubilee is underway at the Rudy. For dates and times, visit rudytheatre.com. Every Monday, 7:30-8 p.m., Tuesday, 10 a.m.-noon, Wednesday, 7:30-8 p.m. and Friday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Angels on a Mission Food Pantry Lighthouse Christian Fellowship, 9856 Hwy 210, Four Oaks This organization helps feed families in need in Johnston County. It is also in need of volunteers. For more information, contact John Jernigan at 919-320-7387. Every Monday, 8:30 a.m. Coffee Club Edward Jones, Hwy 70 Bus. West, Clayton Join a coffee club, hosted by Edward Jones Financial Advisor Brad Palmer, and discuss current events, the economy, and investing in a relaxed and informal setting. It’s a great way to get to know one another. Coffee and breakfast pastries provided. Call Christine at 919-879-8974 or email brad.palmer@ edwardjones.com by the Friday prior to RSVP. Every Monday and Wednesday, 7 p.m. Smithfield Running Club Join the Smithfield Running Club each week to meet new people, get back in shape, train for races and explore the growing downtown area of Smithfield. For more information, find them on Facebook by searching for Smithfield Running Club or email smithfieldrunningclub@gmail.com.

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Every Monday and Thursday Senior Adult Activity Center First Baptist Church Ministry Center, Smithfield Serving men and women 60 years and over, ARC provides a structured program with stimulating activities, socialization, a snack and lunch. For more information, contact Barbara Smith at 919-934-9771 or email arc@ fbcsmithfield.org. Every Tuesday, 7 a.m. Cleveland School Rotary Club Cleveland Draft House, Garner Cleveland School Rotary Club meets weekly and serves the citizens of the 40/42 area of Johnston County and Garner. First and third Tuesdays, Noon Clayton Rotary Mid-day Club Cleveland Draft House, Clayton This small group of service-minded individuals is very dedicated to community betterment in Clayton and Johnston County. First and third Tuesdays, 6 p.m. Smithfield Lions Club Golden Corral, Smithfield This group gathers for fellowship and a meal (self-paid), and the meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. Come learn about the club and how it helps with local community service projects. For more information, contact Karen Brown at 919-934-2555. First and third Thursdays, 6:45 p.m. Clayton Civitan Club meeting Clayton Civitan Building, McCullers St., Clayton Join the Clayton Civitan Club for its monthly meetings. Call 919-550-0694 for more information. Second Wednesday, 11:30 a.m. Johnston County Chapter of National Association of Active and Retired Federal Employees Golden Corral, Smithfield Join the Johnston County Chapter of National Association of Active and Retired Federal Employees for their monthly meeting on the second Wednesday of each month at Golden Corral. Stay up to date on the latest educational programs and federal and state legislation affecting current federal employees and retirees. To learn more, email bhwoodard25@aol.com.

Second Wednesday, noon The Woman’s Club of Clayton meeting 109 Church Street, Clayton The Woman’s Club of Clayton (TWCC) is a nonprofit philanthropic organization made up of professional women who share a common goal: to work together to improve our local community socially, physically, culturally and educationally. Please consider joining us and help us serve those in need of assistance. TWCC meets at noon the second Wednesday of each month. Second Thursday, 6 p.m. Johnston County Writers Group Public Library of Johnston County and Smithfield Join a hard-working group of local writers and poets, beginner to advanced, who network, critique each other’s work, listen to guest authors and organize open mics and write-ins around the county. It’s free and open to the public. For more information, email facilitator Cindy Brookshire at jocowriters@gmail.com. Third Monday, 6-7:30 p.m. Kiwanis Club of Clayton, N.C. Cleveland Draft House, U.S. 70 Business The Kiwanis Club of Clayton, N.C., serves the community with emphasis on school youth Kiwanis programs. It advises two local high school KEY (Kiwanis Educating Youth) clubs and one elementary school club and meets each month. For more information, email president Jack Tucker at mrtcpa@gmail. com or call 805-377-9573. Third Tuesday Widowed Persons Fellowship Group Parkside Cafe, Pine Level The Widowed Persons Fellowship Group, Johnston County, cordially invites widowed males and females to join them at their monthly self-pay dinner meeting. There is no charge to join their group. Come and see what they’re all about. Call 919-965-3865 with any questions. Third Tuesday Johnston County African-American Caucus meeting Smithfield The Johnston County AfricanAmerican Caucus meets every third Tuesday of the month at 17 Noble St. in Smithfield at Dr. Gettys Cohen Jr.’s office. For additional information, email dwcsw610@yahoo.com.

Third Wednesday, 11:45 a.m. Clayton Women In Business meeting Rainbow Lanes, Clayton Clayton WIN’s core purpose is to support emerging and established women entrepreneurs, leaders and other professionals, empowering them through mentoring, learning, development and professional networking thereby giving back to the community. For more information, visit www.ClaytonWin.com. Every Thursday, 6:45 a.m. Clayton Rotary Morning Club Rainbow Lanes, Clayton Every Thursday morning, 70 serviceminded people, representing all ages, genders and races meet at Rainbow Lanes in Clayton. Breakfast is served at 6:45 a.m. and the hour-long meeting starts sharply at 7 a.m. Every Thursday, 8-10 a.m. Plant a Row for the Hungry Johnston County JCC Arboretum Volunteers plan and take care of vegetable gardens and an orchard year round, and all of the harvest is donated to local soup kitchens and food pantries. No previous gardening experience is required and training is provided. Adults welcome, and anyone under 16 must be accompanied by a parent. For more information, please contact Tiffany at plantarow@yahoo.com.

Every Thursday, 12 p.m. Central Johnston County Rotary Club The Central Johnston County Rotary Club meets every Thursday for lunch at the Johnston Medical Mall and serves the Smithfield and Selma areas. Every Thursday, 6:15 p.m. Clayton Area Toastmasters meetings JCC Workforce Development Center, Clayton Clayton Area Toastmasters is a public speaking club in affiliation with Toastmasters International. For more, visit claytontm.com. Every Third Friday, 6-9 p.m. Free Carriage Rides Downtown Smithfield The Downtown Smithfield Development Corporation hosts free carriage rides, starting on the corner of Third and Market, around the beautiful, historic downtown area each month. Have dinner and drinks at locally owned restaurants, catch a movie at the Howell Theatre and enjoy some small town charm. First Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Four Oaks American Legion meeting American Legion Building, Hwy. 301, Four Oaks All veterans are encouraged to attend the monthly meeting of Four Oaks American Legion Post 346 on the first Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m.

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Third Friday Clayton Area Parkinson’s Group All people with Parkinson’s and their caregivers are invited to learn, socialize and exchange ideas in friendly and casual meetings. Meeting locations and times vary. To learn more, call Mark or Jane Wilson at 919-359-0633 or 919-631-2628. Or email retiredones@ earthlink.net.

Saturday, Sept. 7, 8 a.m. Four Oaks Car, Truck, Motorcycle Show and Swap Meet Downtown Four Oaks Visit downtown Four Oaks for a Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show and Swap Meet. Register your vehicle for trophy and cash prizes. Browse the swap meet and enjoy food from local food trucks and restaurants.

Last Friday of the month Free carriage rides, Clayton Enjoy free carriage rides in downtown Clayton. Every last Friday, there will be free horse-drawn carriage rides. Come out and explore the downtown Clayton area and go for a nice ride with Southern Charm Carriages. For more details, call 919-946-0924.

Tuesday, Sept. 10, 11 a.m. Tinnitus – What is Causing the Ringing in My Ears? Sleep Inn, Smithfield There are many causes of sound in the ears or head. Dr. Kathleen Coates will walk you through recommendations and the latest treatment. For more information, call Coates Hearing Clinic at 919-300-5438.

Third Saturday, 1 p.m. Refreshing Springs Outreach Ministries Fairfield Inn and Suites, Smithfield Come out to worship and fellowship with a growing ministry at Fairfield Inn & Suites-Marriott. For questions, email Rev. Pam Ballard at pballard@ refreshingspringsrc.com or call 919-5857497.

Tuesday, Sept. 10, 6 p.m. Business Structures 101 JCC Small Business Center, Clayton Before selecting a business structure, you should understand each structure, its unique issues, and tax consequences. This seminar will review the various structures a business can take — sole proprietorship, partnership, corporation, Limited Liability Company, etc. and the advantages and disadvantages of each one. Student/attendee must register for each free seminar separately and must be 18 or older. For more information, call 919-209-2015.

First Sunday, 9 a.m. Special Needs Ministry Four Oaks United Methodist Church Four Oaks United Methodist Church has developed a Special Needs Ministry for the community. Everyone, including families with special needs individuals, is welcome to attend a 30-minute service that uses children’s music and an open format that allows the children to make noise and move around as needed. Parents can relax in casual attire, and no offering will be collected. For more information, contact Pastor Linda Leuser at 919-938-0000 or email to lindaleuser@gmail.com. Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2 p.m. N.C. Sales and Use Tax for a Small Business JCC Small Business Center, Clayton This workshop will help participants better understand their sales and use tax obligations including covering sales and use tax basics, registering for an account, and learning about the most common types of sales and use taxes collected. In addition, participants will receive hands-on help preparing sales and use tax returns. Friday, Sept. 6, 6 p.m. The Embers Clayton Town Square Come out for a free concert at Downtown Clayton’s Town Square or at 110 West Main Street for those of you using a GPS.

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Thursday, Sept. 12, 6 p.m. Sundown in Downtown Benson Singing Grove Don’t miss a free concert from Liquid Pleasure. Saturday, Sept. 14, 8:30 a.m. Birds, Bees, Butterflies and Growing Pollinator Gardens Johnston County Agricultral Center Pollinator gardens, birds, bees and butterflies will be the focus of this oneday symposium. It is part of an ongoing effort by Johnston County Extension Master Gardeners to educate the public. Saturday, Sept. 14, 11 a.m. Tim Westbrook fundraiser Rudy’s Country Getaway, 2920 Harper House Road, Four Oaks A fundraiser is being held for Tim Westbrook, a longtime Bentonville firefighter and community leader, who recently had a liver transplant. BBQ pork or fried chicken will be served for only $10, and there will be an auction at 7 p.m. The fundraiser is sponsored by Bentonville Volunteer Fire Department, Ebenezer United Methodist Church and the Bentonville Community. In addition, $20 raffle tickets for a 52-inch WorldLawn Diamondback commercial zero-turn mower are available. For more, visit fb.me/ TimWestbrookBenefit.

Tuesday, Sept. 17, 6 p.m. Dynamic Marketing for a Small Business JCC Small Business Center, Clayton Attendees will learn how to find and target small business customers using a focused strategy with creative low cost ways to promote your business. Marketing a small business is more than just advertising or posting on Facebook. There is no one size fits all. Seminar attendees must be 18 or older. Preregistration is required for each seminar. For more information, email sbc@mail. johnstoncc.edu. Friday, Sept. 20, 6 p.m. Grease Clayton Town Square Bring your chairs and blankets and enjoy a free movie under the stars at Clayton Town Square, located at 110 West Main Street in the heart of Downtown Clayton. Saturday, Sept. 21, 7 p.m. Amercian Pride Rudy Theatre, Selma Check out American Pride, a Statler Brothers tribute band, Live at the Rudy. Tuesday, Sept. 24, 6 p.m. Cash Flow and Budgets for a Small Business JCC Small Business Center Small businesses often think they are making a profit, but are struggling to have any money left after paying the bills. An expert in the financial field will discuss how to plan a budget so the small business owner will have cash flow to buy more merchandise,or have enough cash flow to bid on a big contract. You will learn the importance of knowing how to budget to plan for a cash flow. Pre-registration is necessary, and all attendees must be 18 or older. For more information, email: sbc@mail. johnstoncc.edu. Sept. 26-29 Benson Mule Days This four-day festival is packed full of mule events that celebrate the “beast of burden” and the role of mules in rural farming. See more information on Page 14. Friday, Sept. 27, 7:30 p.m. The Entertainers The Farm at 95, Selma Come out and for a night of great music by The Entertainers. This will be a free indoor concert at The Farm at 95.

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