Oak Bend HOA

06/09/2026

Family fun time
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Not a political event
Not a fundraiser

A time for Friends and Family to join together for a good baseball game.

https://secure.anedot.com/guilford-county-republican-party/7-2-2026

06/08/2026

Dates: Monday, July 27 to Friday, July 31 (9:30am-3:30pm)

• Age Group: Rising 9th grade- 12th grade, must have SRO and principal sign-off on an application to the camp.

Calling all high schoolers!

Girls in grades 9-12 who are interested in learning about various career opportunities within GPD can participate in multiple courses, including handcuffing, K-9 demonstrations, Special Response Team (SRT) training, and more.

Sign up here: https://ayrs.io/d0xbUG

06/08/2026

Get ready to dive into the wild world of animal survival! Through hands-on science fun with microscopes, real specimens, stories, and games, children will uncover the fascinating ways creatures protect, hunt, and thrive. Scientist and author, Dawn Cusick, will share from her adventurous books "Animals That Make Me Say Ouch!" and "Animals That Make Me Say Look Out!".

This event introduces amazing animals — from alligators and snakes to jellyfish, bats, and beetles through microscopes, games and specimens. Discover how each one uses its unique adaptations to stay one step ahead in nature’s game!

📍 Kathleen Clay Edwards Family Branch
📅 Thursday, June 11
⏰ 4 - 5:30 pm

06/08/2026

Do you know how to use a sewing machine but don't have one? Then come by for the next meeting of the Open Sewing Lab, held on the second Monday evening of each month! 🪡

Come by at the beginning (5 - 5:30 pm) for a refresher course on sewing machines to help you get familiarized with our machines!

Sewing machines will be available on a first first-come, first-served basis. Some supplies, like thread, will be available, but we encourage you to bring your own. This is intended to be a self-guided program.

ℹ Email [email protected] or call 336-373-2957 for more information.

📍 Central Library
📆 Monday, June 8
⏰ 5 - 7 pm

05/15/2026

05/13/2026

📣 NEW ADVOCACY PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENT 📣
is launching an important new project focused on the long-term effects of blast-related Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) on Veterans, Military families, and the caregivers who stand beside them every day.
This project will develop a powerful booklet featuring: (shared with permission)
🇺🇸 Real stories
🇺🇸 Real faces
🇺🇸 Real data
🇺🇸 Real impact
Our goal is to help elected officials, healthcare providers, researchers, and the medical community better understand the invisible realities many Military & Veteran families live with daily.
We are also bringing awareness to the heartbreaking impact that Intimate Partner Violence/Domestic Violence (IPV/DV) can have within some Military and Veteran homes affected by TBI.
Too many caregivers, children, and Veterans are suffering in silence.
Your story matters.
Your experience matters.
Your voice matters.
Whether your Veteran served overseas, during conflict, or stateside, we want Military & Veteran families to know:
💙 You are seen.
💙 You are heard.
💙 You are not alone.
Together, we can advocate for:
✔ Increased research into blast-related TBIs
✔ Expanded long-term support for Veterans & caregivers
✔ Greater awareness of the challenges Hidden Heroes face
The safety and well-being of our caregivers matter.
The health and dignity of our Veterans matter.
If you are interested in learning more, participating, or supporting this project, please reach out to us.

Survey: https://form.jotform.com/jeannettedavidsonmayer/MVIPVDV
Website: www.ourcentralcommanpost.org
Email: [email protected]

Elizabeth Dole Foundation AuthoraCare Collective The Heroes Center Veterans Cup The Independence Fund Institute for Veterans and Military Families - IVMF We Face The Fight Military and Veteran Caregiver Network - MVCN Henry K. Burtner American Legion Post 53 Bob Woodruff Foundation