I love birthdays! Ask any of my friends from any of my past lives, and they will confirm that Ann definitely loves birthdays. Birthdays are a time to celebrate, and I love to celebrate.
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First Reformed UCC: Critical Conversations on Faith and Race
Birthed out of a desire to impact the city on a larger scale, four churches formed a partnership that has been life changing. In 2017, Dave Fulton led the effort for First Reformed to find ways to reach out more to the community. He reached out to St. Stephen United Methodist Church, Shady Side Presbyterian Church and Second Reformed United Church of Christ. We were looking for ministries that we as a group could do that were maybe bigger than any one church could do alone.
First Reformed UCC spotlights 2CFar
Whereas, racism is also present in more subtle and passive forms in social and institutional settings where systems of discrimination prevent the hiring and/or upward mobility of gifted and qualified individuals.
Now, therefore, be it resolved, 2CFAR will pray with our legs…
Dear Local Politicians: Thank YOU!
Regardless of what color you prefer - Dem Blue, Republican Red or Libertarian Green - we love that this primary campaign season showed your true hues. After spending two whole days of pounding the pavement for Davidson Local, I saw hugs and high fives that crossed divides and partisan boundaries. We need more of that!
Cassidy's Creative Corner: Innocent until Proven Guilty? Final Edition
With Snider being gone for a few days, police were sent out to find him since after some time he was posted as a missing person. Without any luck, Harley finally suggested that they look back at the crime scene, and after days of investigation, Snider was arrested for not only fraud, but for the kidnapping as well. “Turns out, Snider actually attended this wedding, and due to his suspicious activity we thought it would be best to search him.” An investigator explained to Viola and Harley. “The missing person was found in his house, and through questioning of both the victim and Snider, we’ve concluded that the culprit was him all along.”
Celebrate the life of local legend Dr. Lacy Caple
Celebrate the life of local legend Dr. Lacey Capel.
Dr. Lacy H. Caple, Sr. departed this life Wednesday, May 11, 2022. His funeral services will be broadcasted live on YouTube. Wednesday, May 18th. Scheduled to begin at 12:30 pm.
June 4th through 5th Master Gardener Tour
Delight your senses and inspire the gardener in you at Davidson County Extension Master Gardener’s 16th Garden Tour. The tour returns after a two year absence on Saturday, June 4th and Sunday, June 5th.
Grace Arts Academy student finds peace through music
An Arts Academy at Grace piano student since 2016, she began lessons when she was taking care of her mother, who had Alzheimer’s. Arts Academy at Grace (AAG) is located at Grace Episcopal Church in Lexington, and welcomes people of all ages from throughout the community.
Ann's Column: Former professor says "Use Your Noggin"
As my Dad used to say to me a lot, “use your noggin.” Of course he was telling me to use my common sense; to use my brain, not someone else’s; to think for myself.
Know Your Farmers: Where fresh meets affordable and passion meets purpose
At Rierson Farms NC LLC, you will find a herd of goats, chickens and some farm friends such as donkeys, Ollie and Finn, and cats, Mila and Mason. Zachary and his wife, Monica, are the owners/operators of Rierson Farms NC, which was officially registered in March of 2021, however, the passion for growing was cultivated way back.
Farmers Market at the Depot Opens Saturday, May 7
The Lexington Farmers Market at the Depot will kick off the 2022 market season with Opening Day on Saturday, May 7 from 8 am to Noon. The farmers market will be open every Saturday morning through October 8, 2022.
Master Gardeners Garden Tour returns in June
What happens when you mix whimsy, garden art, traditional and unique plants in historic neighborhoods together? You get the Davidson County Extension Master Gardener 2022 Garden Tour.
Holy Week: First Reformed UCC offers interactive worship experiences
First Reformed invites the public to come to “The Stations of Holy Week on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday of Holy Week, April 14-16, 2022. This is a walk-through, multi-sensory worship experience for all ages. After entering the sanctuary, you will go to different interactive prayer stations that depict scenes from the last week of Jesus’ life.
Introducing the "Know Your Farmer" series!
The 2022 Davidson County Farm Tour is a community and education outreach event hosted by Davidson County Local Food Network (DCLFN). DCLFN is the county's food council which is a network composed of farmers, food producers, health advocates who work towards building an equitable and resilient food system for the health and economic welfare of the community.
Family Services of Davidson County celebrating 25 years of service in 2022
Family Services of Davidson County (FSDC) is celebrating 25 years of service to our community this year with a full slate of activities and the unveiling of a new logo.
Ann's Column: How many famous people came to town quietly?
Fame usually isn’t silent, but it can be very loud when it is. Perhaps others in Davidson County know of other such visits that didn’t have glitter or headlines.
Want to serve others and your community? First Reformed UCC welcomes you
Are you looking for a new way to help others, serve your community, give back, or act on your faith? First Reformed United Church of Christ in Uptown Lexington manages more than a dozen community services or ministries that need community members like you so that we can grow and serve even more people. You do not need to attend First Reformed or even go to church at all to participate and serve your community. All are welcome!
Community celebrates history, art, culture: Black Butterfly Network
Members of the arts community came together for food, fun and the celebration of local art and culture at the inaugural From Langston to Lexington with Love. The event was hosted by the newly formed Black Butterfly Network.
From New York Fashion to Lexington Suave: Hargrave's style is all his own
The culinary artist behind the menu for the Inaugural Black Butterfly event is inspired by many traditional favorite dishes. The menu is an homage to the heritage of certain foods like okra, black-eyed peas and crispy fried chicken. Clarence Vernon Hargrave reimagined many of these staples and developed a menu that granted a modern twist. {Chocolate Bread Pudding with Vanilla-Bourbon Creme}
Local Women's history 1980 “WHAT IF…"
Locally, the Women’s Political Caucus was selected because it was non-partisan. Members were white and black, Democrats and Republicans, and even one or two unaffiliated. Ages were between 35 and 75.