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.

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
The OD Moore Building, 808 S. Alston St., Nashville, is for rent for birthday parties, banquets, recreation events and more. For more information call 252-469-1299. Leave message.

American Legion Post 110 meets the 3rd Monday of every month- except March and December- at 6:30 p.m. at the Nashville Community Building, located at 403 S. Alston Street. Membership is open to any current or former military serving or having served honorably; no overseas or combat deployment is required to qualify.

Northern Nash High School Class of 1976 will celebrate their 50th class reunion in October. The Reunion Banquet and other scheduled weekend activities on the weekend of Saturday, October 24, 2026 will be held at The Gateway, 101 Gateway Blvd., Rocky Mount, NC, 27804. For additional Reunion weekend activities and other information, please contact Allen at ahinesjr58@gmail.com or Wayne at jwlucas121@yahoo.com.

The Joint Veterans Committee of Nash and Edgecombe Counties hosts flag raising ceremonies monthly except for May and November. Those months, all veterans on Memorial Day and Veterans Day. The flag that was flown over the park for 30 day previously will be lowered, folded, and presented to the veteran's family in a formal ceremony. The service is free to an honorably discharged veteran's family of all branches who served our great nation. For more information, come to the event or call Jim Taylor at 252-557-2114.

SEPTEMBER 18
Town of Nashville Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources will host Manzana Market on Friday, Sept. 18 from 3:-7 p.m. at the Nashville Farmers Market, 725 S. Barnes Street, Nashville. Celebrate Latin Heritage Month with us, enjoy the market, a free market raffle, maraca craft activity and live music from 6-8 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 19
Nashville Baptist Church will host a Pancake Breakfast on Sept. 19 from 9am-11am as a fundraiser for Operation Christmas Child. Eat-in (beverage provided) or take-out. Tickets are $10 each. The church is located at 512 E. Washington St., Nashville. For more information call 252-459-3403.

Town of Nashville Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources will host Bob Ross Painting Class on Saturday, Sept, 19 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Learn to paint in the style of Bob Ross with a certified instructor trained in the official Bob Ross method. All supplies are included, and participants will complete and take home a 12" × 16" landscape painting. Cost: Nashville Residents: $57; Nonresidents: $77. For more information call 252-459-9796. The recreation center is located at 200 S. Boddie St., Nashville.

The Nash County Department of Social Services and Veteran Services will host a community fair on Sept. 19. Rain date is Sept. 26. The event will be held at the Nash County Administration Building at 120 W Washington St., Nashville. The community is invited to attend this free event to learn about available resources. The event offers a welcoming space where community members can ask questions, access helpful information, and connect directly with staff members.

SEPTEMBER 26
Nashville Methodist Church is celebrating the 50th Anniversary of their Weekday School Program. In 1976, the program started with four classes of 3 and 4 year olds, and three teachers, including the director. Today there are 20 staff members and 125 students. To celebrate there will be an outdoor celebration open to the community at Nashville Methodist Church. Everyone is welcome to attend whether you have been a part of this program or not. Bring your children, grandchildren, and friends. The event will be held Saturday, Sept. 26 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. which will include outdoor community fun with bouncy houses, food trucks, and fun for all ages. From 1 pm to 3 pm a special time to gather with past directors, teachers and students in Cockrell Hall (outdoor activities will continue during this time).

SEPTEMBER 27
The 14th Annual Walk of Remembrance for Steps Never Taken will be held on Sept. 27 at at the Bryant T. Aldridge Rehabililtation Center, 2400 Medpark Dr., Rocky Mount. Follow signs for registration which begins at 2 p.m. A ceremony will be held at 3 p.m. with the walk following at 3:30 p.m. To have your baby's name and birthdate read during the ceremony, please send information to Shannon.Parsons@unchealth.unc.edu.

The descendents of David and Louisa Matthews Boone will gather for their 85th annual family reunion on Sunday September 27, 2026 at White Oak Church at 5027 Old White Oak Road Nashville. All in attendance are urged to bring a picnic basket for the 1:00 pm luncheon.

Philadelphia Baptist Church will host its BBQ Chicken Plate Sale on Friday, October 2, 202 beginning at 11 a.m.- until. Chicken plates will also include green beans, potatoes and dessert. Eat in or take out. Plates of $10 each. The church is located at 6701 Taylor Store Rd., Nashville, NC 27856

OCTOBER 3
Vendors wanted for the VFW Auxiliary Post 2057 Arts And Crafts Fair on Oct. 3 from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. at 11270 NC-97, Rocky Mount. (Just off 301) Call or text Yvonne McLeod at 252-903-8498 or email: starsinuniform@yahoo.com

North Rocky Mount Church of God will host a community fun day on Saturday, Oct. 3 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. The event includes food, fun, games, giveaways and more. Everyone is welcome to attend. The church is located at 2413 Goldrock Rd., Rocky Mount.

OCTOBER 16
Town of Nashville Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources will host a Harvest Festival on Friday, October 16 from 3-7 p.m. at the Nashville Farmers Market - 725 S. Barnes Street, Nashville. Celebrate fall with hayrides, a tractor show, craft activity, free market raffle and more. Live music with Ashton Lalyn & The Verdict will take place from 6-8 p.m.

OCTOBER 20
Town of Nashville Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources will host a Beginner Sourdough Sandwich Loaf & Starter Class on October 20 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Nashville Recreation Center, 200 S. Boddie Street, Nashville. Another opportunity to join our hands-on sourdough class. Registration for this session opens September 16.

OCTOBER 25
Town of Nashville Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources will host a Pressed Flower Pumpkin Class on Sunday, October 25 at 2 p.m. at the Nashville Recreation Center-200 S. Boddie Street, Nashville. Create a beautiful piece of fall décor using pressed flowers. Participants will learn how to press leaves and flowers and decorate their own pumpkin to take home. All materials are included. Nashville Residents: $12 / Nonresidents: $18.

OCTOBER 30
Downtown Nashville Trick or Treat Street will be held Friday, October 30 from 5:30-7:00 p.m. in downtown Nashviille (Washington Street). Bring the family downtown for an evening of trick-or-treating. Trick or Treat Street begins at 5:30 p. m., followed by a kids costume contest at 6:30 p.m. for ages 12 and under. For more information call Town of Nashville Parks and Recreation 252-459-9796.