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(GDN)–The threat of rain all around the area Saturday morning didn’t stop the crowd of people from bringing out their children to the Wayne County Fairground to see the many different types of trucks that were on display for the 5th Annual Touch-A-Truck event. Jeeps to bikes and big trucks of all sizes were on…… read more »
The 17th annual Lobster and Shrimp Fest is quickly approaching. The Partnership for Children of Wayne County will hold their annual event on September 24th at the Partnership office. The event has taken place for the last 16 years. Even last year during the pandemic, the staff and the board decided to proceed with the…… read more »
An Early Learning Resource Center is opened at the Partnership for Children of Wayne County. The Partnership and Smart Start launched the revamped Early Learning Resource Center Wednesday during a ribbon-cutting with the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce. Parents, caregivers, and early childhood professionals or advocates can utilize the materials, which include children’s books, educational…… read more »
Partnership for Children of Wayne County has announced it is has received a micro-grant from the Think Babies™ NC Alliance to support its efforts focused on infants, toddlers, and their families. This funding is provided by the Think Babies™ NC Alliance, with support from the national ZERO TO THREE Think Babies™ campaign. The micro-grants are a…… read more »
Saturday’s warm weather and clear skies were perfect for the Touch A Truck event held at the Wayne County Fairgrounds. Touch A Truck benefits the Partnership for Children of Wayne County. A large number of trucks and other equipment were on display for all the kids and adults. The families enjoyed the time together and…… read more »
The Partnership for Children of Wayne County holds it Touch A Truck fundraiser this weekend. Valerie Wallace, the Executive Director of the Partnership for Children, says they’re looking forward to the event especially since last year’s event had to be canceled due to the pandemic. This year, Wallace encourages attendees to participate at their comfort…… read more »
The Partnership for Children of Wayne County is gearing up for one of its annual fundraisers. The 4th Annual Touch a Truck event is being held Saturday, May 22nd from 9 AM – 2 PM at the Wayne County Fairgrounds. Partnership for Children Executive Director Valerie Wallace says they already have numerous vehicles ready for…… read more »
This is Teacher Appreciation Week and today is Child Care Provider Appreciation Day! Thursday afternoon, the Partnership for Children of Wayne County hosted a drive thru event for child care providers. Valerie Wallace, the Executive Director of the Partnership, says child care staff have had to persevere during the pandemic. Operational costs have increased and…… read more »
Special attention is being given to Wayne County’s children this month, and advocates are hoping the effort continues well beyond April. Melissa Harrell is the Mental Health Services Manager at WAGES Head Start/Early Head Start. She says one goal during Positive Parenting Awareness Month is to let the community know about the local programs that…… read more »
Wayne County residents are reminded of the efforts to take care of our youngest residents. This is the Week of the Young Child as well as Child Abuse Prevention Month. Valerie Wallace from the Partnership for Children of Wayne County appeared at last week’s meeting of the Wayne County Commissioners to help present the Week of the…… read more »
