Good morning, High Point.

At its Aug. 19 meeting, the Jamestown Rotary Club took a field trip to CityServe of the Triad and toured the new food distribution center before presenting a $516.25 check from its golf fundraiser—executive director Dawn Sanders said the center, housed in a former hardware store, distributed food and plans to host community classes. The club’s visit highlighted the center’s role in supporting those in need.

Village Fair will return to Mendenhall Homeplace on Sept.

21 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will feature heritage trades such as spinning, quilting, blacksmithing, and farming for families to learn about historic crafts - vendors, exhibitors, and storytellers can call 336-454-3819 for participation details.

First Baptist High Point marks its 200th anniversary as a congregation founded in Jamestown in 1825 when local members formed their own church to avoid a long trip to Davidson County, with Jamestown Mayor Lynn Montgomery reading a proclamation on Aug.

19. The congregation plans a bicentennial worship service with special music, history panels, and sermons on Sept. 7—while it continues its search for a new facility after selling its property to the City of High Point in 2023.

Ruby Sapp Leach will speak at Jamestown Public Library on Sept.

4 at 6:30 p.m.—she will share the history of Florence Elementary School and other local Black communities, showing how early family movements and segregation shaped the area.

High Point University has broken ground on the $100M John and Lorraine Charman Library—set to open in 2027 as the campus flagship.

The project marks a major step in boosting academic resources.

John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival 2025

3-9 p.m. — Oak Hollow Festival Park — Free entry — Experience the smooth sounds of jazz with Grammy-winning saxophonist Bob Reynolds.

Lunch Meetup with Real Estate Professionals

12:30-1:30 p.m. — Kickback Jack's High Point — Registration required — Network with experienced investors and learn about real estate strategies that changed lives.

Cornerstone Charter vs. Phoenix Academy Varsity Soccer Match

6-7:45 p.m. — Phoenix Academy High School — Free entry — Watch an exciting varsity soccer match as the home team takes on Cornerstone Charter.

Vet 2 Vet Bass Tournament

7 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Oak Hollow Marina — $50 registration fee — Cast your line for a cause and support veterans through fishing therapy.

Adaptive Tennis

11 AM – 1 PM — Deep River Recreation Center — Free — Discover the joy of tennis for wheelchair and standing adaptive players through this community-focused event.

TMASA Girls Varsity Volleyball Match

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Phoenix Academy High School — Free entry — Watch the Phoenix Academy team face off against Triad Math and Science Academy in a lively home conference volleyball match.

Sister Hazel Concert

7-10:30 p.m. — COHAB.SPACE — Tickets available — Experience the melodic charm of Sister Hazel, renowned for their influential independent music.

Adaptive Tennis

11 AM – 1 PM — Deep River Recreation Center — Free — Engage in adaptive tennis aimed at players with physical disabilities, fostering inclusivity in sports.

Ledisi Live in Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — High Point Theatre — $69.05 to $191.81 — Experience an electrifying performance by one of R&B’s most captivating vocalists.

Bingo Night

10:30 PM – 12:00 AM — 121 Skeet Club Rd, High Point, NC — Free entry, $5 per bingo card — Family fun with music, snacks, and exciting prizes awaits at this bingo night.