Community Events
Community Life
Aurora Lions Club Member Receives Recognition
On July 25, 2024 Catherine Revels, a member of the Aurora NC Lions Club, was recently awarded the William L. Woolard “Partnership in Service” Award at the District 31-N Award Ceremony. Congratulations Ms. Revels! Thank you for your dedication and commitment to serving others.
Aurora Community Watch Celebrates 12 Years of Service to our Community
Members of Aurora Community Watch celebrated 12 years of service! This dedicated group insures the safety of our community and is present at many community events. Come on out, August 31 to support their next event, Aurora Night Out!!
Members will begin assisting Mr. Gaynor in the delivering meals to our seniors in September. Thank you!
Aurora Community Watch meets every 2nd and 4th Thursday at 6:30 PM at the Aurora Community Watch building on 4th Street. Open to all!
Aurora Fossil Museum
Our week 02 of the 2024 Aurora Fossil Museum Summer STEAM Camp is off to visit the North Carolina Estuarium!!
We would like to thank Pastor & First Lady Ham and the entire congregation of New Growth Unlimited Ministries, Inc. for supporting our local children by providing transportation for their field trip!
How can you tell if two sharks are friends? They act chummy with one another!!
Taken from AFM Facebook post
Parent Workshop
August 10, Saturday, 4 PM -6:30 PM, Washington, NC
August 11, Sunday, 11 AM, Family and Friends Day
New Growth Unlimited
August 12-16, Free Well Testing
Beaufort and Craven county residents-If you have a well, please consider this FREE opportunity to have your well tested. You will be compensated for your time with a gift card!
https://wcti12.com/news/local/free-well-water-testing-available-for-northeastern-university-area-residents
If you need a kit picked up in Washington please reach out and one can be brought down to Aurora for you.
August 14, Wednesday, 8 AM -1:15 PM, Wednesday, Beaufort County Community College
Beaufort County Youth Leadership Summit
Attention all rising Beaufort County high school Seniors! We have a wonderful opportunity for you that you won’t want to miss!
The Washington-Beaufort County Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the upcoming Beaufort County Youth Leadership Summit! This incredible conference is designed to inspire and empower you as future leaders of our community.
Join us for a half-day conference filled with insightful keynote speakers, engaging discussions, and hands-on activities that will give you a glimpse into what leadership looks like now and how you can shape it for the future. Whether you’re passionate about making a difference, curious about leadership roles, or eager to explore new opportunities, this summit is the perfect chance to learn, grow, and connect with like-minded peers.
And the best part? This amazing event is completely FREE to all attendees!
Mark your calendars and apply now to be a part of the Beaufort County Youth Leadership Summit!
Date: August 14, 2024
Time: 8:00 AM - 1:15 PM
Location: Beaufort County Community College, Building 10
To apply, visit wbcchamber.com and click on the “Get Involved” tab. Download the application, complete it, and return it to the Chamber at 102 Stewart Parkway. You can also fax it to 252-946-9169 or email it to cglover@wbcchamber.com. Applications are also available at the Chamber office.
We can’t wait to see you there and help you start your journey to becoming a future leader!
Wednesday, August 14, 9 AM - 5 PM
Free Mammograms. appointments are limited!
Tent Revival hosted by St. Stephen MB
August 14-16, Wednesday-Friday, 7 PM, 489 Main Street, Aurora
Youth Night is Thursday night!
August 17, Saturday, 10 AM, 322 Brantley Swamp Road, Aurora
Women Walking in Favor
Look Sharp for School! Free Haircuts!
August 22, 3 PM -6 PM, SNOWDEN ELEMENTARY
Many thanks to Mr. Williams and the Distinguished Men of Purpose for offering this opportunity for our students to look fresh as they get ready to head back to school!! Many thanks to former Snowden students, Mr. Bernard Moore and Mr. Teddrick Minor, for volunteering their time and talent to lend a hand for our students! Thank you!
August 24, Saturday, 11 AM -1:30 PM, Washington
Back to School Bash
August 31, Saturday, Aurora Night Out, Community Center, 6 PM -9 PM
September 4, Saturday, 9 AM-1 PM, Aurora Community Center
Elderly Abuse
Registration Required
September 14, Saturday, Aurora
Aurora Fish and Farm Festival
Mark your calendar
Agape Health Services Bus, Fresh Anointing Church, 10 AM- 3 PM, every Thursday
Thursdays- August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Aurora Community Watch meets the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month at 6:30 PM at the Aurora the Community Watch building on 4th Street, August 14, 28
Aurora Lions Club meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month at 6:30 PM at the Community Watch building on 4th Street, August 7 and 21
Aurora Richland Township Chamber of Commerce meets the third Monday of the month, 5:30 PM at the Chamber, 468 Main Street, August 19
Aurora Town Board/Commissioners meets the first Monday of every month at 7 PM at Town Hall. Open to the public, August 5, September 2
Aurora Volunteer Fire Department members meet the first Thursday of the month at 7 PM at AVFD, September 5
Aurora Woman’s Club meets the third Saturday at 3:00 PM at the library. Annual dues are $55. August 17
Beaufort County Law Enforcement Annex in Aurora open Wednesdays from 9 AM - Noon. Corner of 3rd and Pearl, August 7, 14, 21, 28
Chamber Pot Gatherings at the Chamber, Main Street, every Friday, 8 AM - Noon. CURRENTLY ON HOLD
Library Activities, Lego Activities at the Library meets the 2nd and 4th Thursday every month, 6 PM. Please sign up at the library. Very popular!!
Richland Senior Club meets the first Tuesday of each month at 10:30 AM at the RSC building, corner of 5th Street and Highway 33. Must be 50+, annual dues are $24. RSC does not meet in January. On the 1st Saturday in December the RSC holds their annual Christmas Party, August 6
Riders of the A- meets every 4th Sunday of month at 4 PM, August25
Silver Belles-Senior exercise group meets every Wednesday at 10 AM at Fresh Anointing Worship Center, 820 Hwy 33 in town, August 7, 14, 21, 28
Healthy Opportunity Pilot Program-Fresh Anointing Church on Hwy 33, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Tuesdays, August 6, 13, 20, 27
Thursdays, August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Food Distributions
Every Thursday Ripe for Revival Fresh Produce Bus at Fresh Anointing Church, 11 AM-12:30 PM, August 8, 15, 22, 29
Every Tuesday & Thursday COST Food Bank at the William & Cora Powell Park In Edward, 11:30 AM- 1:00 PM
Tuesdays August 13, 20, 27
Thursdays August 8, 15, 22, 29
1st Saturday of the month, Bread of Life Food Pantry, St. John Missionary Baptist Church, September 7
2nd Thursday of the month, 10 AM Mallard Creek Apartments, August 8
3rd Saturday of every month, 9:30 AM, Snowden Elementary Distribution-August 17
4th Thursday of the month, 10 AM New Growth Unlimited, Peedtown Road, August 22