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.

NOVEMBER 13
The Nash County Arts Council will host a Gourd Windchimes Class with artist Regina Pena Thursday, Nov. 13, from 6-8:30 p.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 Center is located at 100 E. Washington St., Nashville.

NOVEMBER 13-14
Hearthside Craft Guild - 37 Annual Holiday Sale will be Nov. 13 - 14 from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Nov. 15 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m at the Wilson Agriculture Center, 1806 S. Goldsboro St. Wilson. Register for $25 door prize. There is a quilt raffle for $1 and all proceeds will go to the Veterans Residential Service. Free entry. All sales are cash and check. Contact Jane at 252-903-1830 with questions.

NOVEMBER 17
The Nash County Arts Council will host its monthly acrylic class with artist Kim Valentine, on Monday, Nov.17, from 6-8:30 p.m. to paint a beautiful Fall pumpkin theme with blue skies, flowers, and a fence post. Costs are $40 general or $35. Supplies included in cost. Registration is available online through nasharts.org/classes & www.ticketleap.events/tickets/nash-county-arts-council or you may call (252) 459-4734. Pre-registration is required. Nash Arts Center is located at 100 E. Washington St., Nashville.

NOVEMBER 18
Harold D. Cooley Library will host a cookie decorating class on Nov. 18 from 4-4:30 p.m. Fund for the whole family, no registration needed. The event is free. The library is located at 114 West Church St., Nashville. For more information call 252-459-2106.

NOVEMBER 21
4-H Christmas Extravaganza is November 21 (11 am -7 p.m.) Nov 22 (9 am-2 pm) at the Nashville Agriculture Building, Room 102 Agriculture Center Dr., Nashville. Local vendors will be selling their arts & crafts plus 4-H children will be selling items that they have made. There will a quilt raffle for $5 that the 4-H Sew What ? Club made with all proceeds going to all 4-H clubs. Lunch/dinner will be available for sale from the 4-H Exchange Club. Any questions please call Amy Ormond at 252-459-9810.

DECEMBER 6
Children's Christmas Celebration and Bike Parade is Dec. 6th. Free kids activities 2:00-4:30 p.m. Children's & Bike Parade 4:30 p.m., Christmas Tree Lighting 5:00 p.m., Free pictures with Santa 5:30 p.m. Free entry for children 12 and under. No motorized vehicles allowed. Event takes place at 120 W. Washington St. Downtown Nashville. Parade lineup in Nash County Courthouse parking lot at 4 p.m. For more information, call Nashville Chamber of Commerce at 252-459-4050.

DECEMBER 4 - 7
The Nash County Arts Council will host its 24th annual "A Christmas Carol," based on the classic Charles Dickens novella. This year's traditional play is directed by Dana Pippen with evening performances on Thursday, Dec. 4, Friday, Dec. 5, and Saturday, Dec. 6, at 7:30 p.m., closing with a matinee on Sunday, Dec. 7, at 2:30 p.m. General admission tickets are $13 in advance or $15 at the door. Reserved seating is available for $5 more. Tickets are available at www.ticketleap.events/tickets/nash-county-arts-council . Cost of admissions will also be accepted at the door, but increase by $5. Nash Arts Center is located at 100 E. Washington St., Nashville.

DECEMBER 8
The Town of Nashville Historic Homes Town Hall Discussion will be held Dec. 8th at 6 p.m. at the Town Council Chambers, Harold D. Cooley Library, 114 W. Church St., Nashville.

DECEMBER 9
The Nash County Arts Council will host a scallop shell ornament class with artist Meri Fern, on Tuesday, Dec. 9, from 6-8:30 p.m.. Costs are $55 general or $50 members. Supplies included in cost. Registration is available online through nasharts.org/classes & www.ticketleap.events/tickets/nash-county-arts-council or you may call (252) 459-4734. Pre-registration is required. Nash Arts Center is located at 100 E. Washington St., Nashville.

DECEMBER 11
The Nash County Arts Council will host an alcohol ink gourd ornament class with artist Regina Pena Thursday, Dec. 11th, from 6-8:30 p.m. Costs are $35 general or $30 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. Pre-registration is required. Nash Arts Center is located at 100 E. Washington St., Nashville.

DECEMBER 14
The Nash County Arts Council will host an inaugural Christmas cookie exchange & social on Sunday, Dec. 14, from 2-4 p.m. Costs are $10 per individual or $15 per couple. Cookie boxes and complimentary hot and cold beverages will be provided. Tickets must be purchased in advance, no later than November 30, and are available at www.ticketleap.events/tickets/nash-county-arts-council or by calling the office at (252) 459-4734. Bring your favorite cookies and recipe to share! Swap ratio is 2 for 2. The afternoon will also include a small silent auction, featuring art work by local artist, Susan Williamson. Nash Arts Center is located at 100 E. Washington St., Nashville.

DECEMBER 15
The Nash County Arts Council will host an okra pods ornament class fundraiser with artist Regina Pena on Monday, December 15th, from 6-8:30 p.m. Costs are $35 general or $30 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. Pre-registration is required. Nash Arts Center is located at 100 E. Washington St., Nashville.

DECEMBER 17
The Nash County Arts Council will host its monthly acrylic class with artist Kim Valentine, on Wednesday, Dec. 17, from 6-8:30 p.m. to paint a beautiful Santa Clause holding a small Christmas tree. Costs are $35 general or $30. Supplies included in cost. Registration is available online through nasharts.org/classes & www.ticketleap.events/tickets/nash-county-arts-council or you may call (252) 459-4734. Pre-registration is required. Nash Arts Center is located at 100 E. Washington St., Nashville.

DECEMBER 18
The Nash County Arts Council will host a clay Christmas ornament class with artist Regina Pena on Thursday, December 18th, from 6-8:30p.m. Costs are $35 General or $30 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. Pre-registration is required. Nash Arts Center is located at 100 E. Washington St., Nashville.