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.

APRIL 23
The Nashville Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Distinguished Citizen Reception on April 23 at the Nash Arts Center, 100 E. Washington St., Nashville. A reception begins at 6:30 p.m., the awards ceremony is at 7 p.m. The Junior Achievement Award will also be presented. Guest Speaker is Sandy Hall, District Extension Director, NC Cooperative Extension. For more information call 252-459-4050.

APRIL 24
Coopers Ruritan Club Chopped Pork BBQ Plates sale is April 24, 2026 from 11 am - until all gone - $10/plate. (Pork BBQ, potatoes, slaw and bread). Location is 3686 Volunteer Road beside the Coopers Fire Department. No tickets needed. Desserts also available for an additional price.

APRIL 25
Paint Just Like Bob Ross in One Day! on April 25 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. A relaxing oil painting class led by a certified instructor trained in the Bob Ross method. No experience needed--just come ready to create your own happy little masterpiece! Residents: $57; non-residents: $77. The class will be held at Nashville Parks & Recreation Center, 200 S. Boddie Street, Nashville. Registration required: https://townofnashville.recdesk.com/Community/Home

The Nash County Arts Council presents The Classic Vinyl Band (JD Joyner, Clay Steinwinter, David Mull, & Randy Davis) Saturday, April 25th at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:40 p.m. General admission tickets are $16 in advance (events.ticketleap.com/events/nash-county-arts-council or 252-459-4734) or $21 at the door. Nash Arts Center is located at 100 E. Washington St., Nashville.

APRIL 25
Nash County Master Gardener Sale is Saturday, April 25 from 9 a.m. - noon at the Nash County Ag Center, 1006 Eastern Ave., Nashville. All proceeds support the Arboretum and Nash County Master Gardener volunteer programs. Learn more about the event Nash County Cooperative Extension website or Facebook page

APRIL 28
Harold D. Cooley Library will host Builders Club on April 28 from 4-5 p.m. The library is located at 114 W. Church St., Nashville. For

The Nash County Arts Council will host a resin class with artist Kim Valentine on Tuesday, April 28, from 6-8:30 p.m. $70 General ($65 Nash Arts members). All supplies included in cost. Nash Arts Center is located at 100 E. Washington St., Nashville.

MAY 8-9
The Nashville Chamber of Commerce will host the Nashville Blooming Festival May 8-9, 2026 in downtown Nashville. The event features food, a carnival, parade, live entertainment, craft vendors and more. For more information call or text 252-459-4050 or email nashvillencchamber@gmail.com

MAY 16
Nashville Parks & Recreation will host Bake With Me! Family Cookie Class on May 16, 2026 from 10-11 a.m. This is a fun make-and-take cookie class where families will measure, mix, and create their own cookie dough to take home and bake! The class is for ages 6 and older. Children must attend with an adult. Residents: $10; non-residents: $15. The class will be held at Nashville Parks & Recreation Center, 200 S. Boddie Street, Nashville.

- ANNOUNCEMENTS -
The Nash County Arts Council is currently seeking vendors for their Art-venturous Arts & Crafts event on Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Early bird registration fees are $45 indoor or $55 outdoor before April 30. (Late registration will run April 30-May 21, with fees increasing by $5.) All items must include original art or handmade/crafted works. (This event is intended to celebrate artists & crafters. Yard sale items & commercial vendors not accepted.) Visit events.ticketleap.com/events/nash-county-arts-council or call 252-459-4734 to register. Nash Arts Center is located at 100 E. Washington St., Nashville.

Harold D. Cooley Library hosts Storytime on Thursday from 11-11:30 a.m. for ages 2-5. The library is located at 114 W. Church St., Nashville. For more information call 252-459-2106.

Harold D. Cooley Library hosts Family Storytime on Mondays from 4-4:30 p.m. Event is geared towards 2-5, but all ages are welcome. Activities include story time, singing, arts and crafts. The library is located at 114 W. Church St., Nashville. For more information call 252-459-2106.