Clemmons Branch Library

Events for the week of Oct. 11

For more information on these and other programs, check the online calendar of events at www.forsythlibrary.org or call 336-703-2920. The Clemmons Branch Library is located at 3554 Clemmons Road, Clemmons.

Children’s Story times:
Children’s Story times: Come in and join for great books, finger plays, songs and crafts! Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. for toddlers (ages 18 months to 3 years), Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. for preschoolers (ages 3-5 years). Note: Due to early voting at the library, there will be no story times from Oct. 12 through Nov. 5.

Adult Programs:
Book Lovers’ Club: The Clemmons Branch Library’s Book Lovers’ Club meets every first Monday of the month (unless the date falls on a holiday). Join this dynamic group for a great discussion of a selected title! Free and open to the public. The next meeting will be on Nov. 5 at 6:30 p.m. with a discussion of Origin by Dan Brown.
Clemmons Cookin’ Club: If you enjoy cooking, come join the Clemmons Cookin’ Club. Come in and choose a recipe from a pre-selected book and a copy will be made for you. Bring in the finished dish on the day of the meeting to share with other members. Expand your palate by tasting all the recipes, connect with people who enjoy cooking, and discuss the recipes. Call 703-2920 if you have questions. It will last about one hour. The next meeting is on Wednesday, Nov. 14, in the auditorium, 3554 Clemmons Road. Visit or call the library for more information.

Quilt show

Forsyth Piecers and Quilters Guild will present “Winston-Salem Quilts 2018,” a biennial quilt show on Nov. 2 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The show will be at Gateway YWCA, 1300 S Main Street, Winston-Salem, and admission is $5 for one day or $7 for both days. Included are trunk shows by Quilters Gallery on Nov. 2 and Lee Monroe on Nov. 3. Both shows are at 2 p.m. Vendors, demonstrations, boutique, and quilts for sale. For more information, go to www.forsythquilters.org or contact WSQuilts2018@gmail.com .

Trinity Elms Fall Bazaar

Donation Collection for VA hospital

Between Oct. 15 and Nov. 10, the Lewisville Branch Library is collecting donated items for veterans being treated at the W. G. (Bill) Hefner VA Medical Center in Salisbury. Please call 336-703-2940 for the list of items needed.

Forsyth County Republican Women to meet

The Forsyth County Republican Women will meet on Thursday, Oct. 25, at the Mi Pueblo Restaurant, 644 S. Stratford Rd., Winston-Salem. Those planning to eat should arrive at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will begin at 6:30 with guest speakers who are candidates for office in the November election. They include Rep. Debra Conrad, Rep. Donny Lambeth, Sen. Joyce Krawiec, Justice Barbara Jackson, and Rep. Lee Zachary. Please RSVP at programsfcrw@gmail.com.

West Forsyth Class of 1968 reunion

The West Forsyth Class of 1968 will have its 50th class reunion on Saturday, Nov. 17, at the Old Clemmons Gym at 5:30 p.m. Contact John Drane at jldrane@gmail.com or Becky Scott Cook at rcook0501@gmail.com no later than Nov. 1 for more info. Cost is $20 per person. For questions, call Cook at 336-766-7443.

Trunk or Treat at Holy Family Catholic Church

Holy Family Catholic Church in Clemmons on Kinnamon Road will host Trunk or Treat again this year on Sunday, Oct. 28, from 4-5:30 p.m. Car decoration begins at 3:30 p.m. Lots of activities for kids will be available, including lots of games to play, a large bounce house and the renowned Tunnel of Terror. Prizes will be awarded for best decorated car and best costume. If you’re not into candy, free hotdogs and drinks while be available while supplies last. Come decorate your car and be prepared to give candy to our little boos and ghouls. Maybe one of the coveted prizes will be yours!

Home protection presentation

A program on protecting your home, neighborhood and community will be presented by the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office on Saturday, Oct. 13, from 9-11 a.m. at the Clemmons Civic Club, 2870 Middlebrook Drive. The program is designed for home owners, small business owners, home owners associations, and existing or future Neighborhood Watch groups. Refreshments will be served.

Fall bazaar and yard sale

Clemmons United Methodist Church will be having a fall bazaar and churchwide yard sale on Friday, Oct. 12, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Saturday, Oct. 13 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Clemmons Presbyterian hosting afternoon Grief Share program

Clemmons Presbyterian Church is hosting a Grief Share series on Sunday afternoons from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the church parlor, from Sept. 9 to Dec. 9. Grief Share is a Biblical, Christ-centered teaching on grief topics associated with the loss of a loved one. This is a 13-week program, but each session is standalone — interested parties will benefit from each meeting even if unable to attend all of the sessions. The meeting consists of a video, discussion and a personal workbook. This is a warm, caring environment and one that you may come to see as an oasis on the long journey through your grief. Confidentiality is an utmost concern. These groups are encouraging and supportive. No registration is necessary. The workbooks are $15. Child care is available. Call the church office with any questions at 336-766-4631.

GriefShare program at Clemmons UMC

Clemmons United Methodist Church will have a series of GriefShare, a grief support group every Monday night at 7 p.m. in the Ministry Center. If you or someone you know is grieving the loss of a loved one, you are invited to join. For more information, call Nancy at 336-971-7275 or Ann at 434-251-0343. Clemmons United Methodist Church is located at 3700 Clemmons Road.

West Forsyth Class of 1983 reunion

The West Forsyth Class of 1983 is holding a reunion on Saturday, Oct. 13, at the Village Square Tap House starting at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 per person prior to Sept. 30 and $25 per person after. Please visit the Facebook page for West Forsyth Class of ’83 Reunions. Class of ’82 and ’84 are also invited.

Lewisville Recycle Committee meeting date change

The Lewisville Recycling Committee has changed its regular meeting date from Nov. 6 at 6:30 p.m. to Monday, Oct. 30 at 6:30 p.m. The regular agenda will be followed.

Victory on the Frontline Church

The Clemmons Kiwanis Club meets at the Trinity Elms Health & Rehab facility at 7449 Fair Oaks Dr. in Clemmons. The club meets on the first and third Wednesdays at 7:30 a.m. Meeting lasts one hour. Call 703- 2921 for any other information.

Clemmons Civic Club

Clemmons Civic Club, one of the areas oldest community organizations, is now open to both men and women interested in serving the Clemmons community. Meeting are held in the civic club building on Middlebrook Drive the fourth Thursday of the month beginning with dinner at 6:30 p.m. followed by an informative program.  Your first meal is complimentary.  RSVP to Garland Layton, president at 336-462-6074.

Rotary Club of Clemmons

Clemmons Rotary Club meets from 7–8 a.m. on Wednesdays at the Village Inn Event Center, 6205 Ramada Dr, Clemmons. Contact Daniel Ballard at 336-608-9122 or d.p.ballard@gmail.com, or visit www.rotaryclubofclemmons.com for more information.

Chamber of Commerce

The Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber of Commerce meetings are held from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at the Historic Broyhill, 3540 Clemmons Road, Clemmons. Lunch is $10 for members and guests. Please RSVP to 336-970-5100 or email lewisvilleclemmonschamber@gmail.com.

Lewisville American Legion Post 522

Join a community post that supports our veterans and the town of Lewisville. Responsible for the veteran’s memorial and Memorial Day event at the Shallowford Square in Lewisville. Post also assists in veteran’s funerals. Meets every first Thursday at 7:30 p.m. At the G. Galloway Reynolds Community Center directly behind Lewisville Library. For more info. call Larry at 945-9529.

Clemmons Food Pantry

The Clemmons Food Pantry, now located at 2585 Old Glory Road, Suite 109, Clemmons, is open Tuesdays from 4 to 6 p.m., Thursdays from 4 to 7 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 to 11 a.m. People may receive services or drop off donations at these times. www.clemmonsfoodpantry.org

Cross Stitching at Shiloh Lutheran

If you enjoy needle crafting, knit, cross-stitch, crochet and non-sewing blanket projects, consider joining the Busy Hands Group, every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Located at Shiloh Lutheran Church fellowship hall, 703 Lewisville-Vienna Rd, Lewisville, NC 27023. Items donated to sick, needy and shut-ins.