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PHOTOS: 3rd Annual Dinner Off Main

The third annual Dinner Off Main ushered in the Labor Day weekend with food, music, and fellowship — all for a great cause.

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8 months ago

September 9, 2024

Crystal

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Patricia Jones Crosson and scholarship recipient Mackenzie Stallings at the 3rd Annual Dinner Off Main/ Crystal Myrick (Warrenist)

The third annual Dinner Off Main ushered in the Labor Day weekend with food, music, and fellowship — all for a great cause.

Patricia Jones Crosson, a Warren County native and owner of BriCie Events, introduced the idea of Dinner Off Main as a way to thank her supporters for donating to the Virginia Levister scholarship. The scholarship was named in honor of a former guidance counselor at John Graham High who encouraged and financially supported Crosson when she was a student and credits her for the trajectory of her life.

This year’s recipients of the Virginia Levister scholarship were: MacKenzie Stallings (UNC-Wilmington); Clariza Ramirez (UNC-Chapel Hill); and Gabriela Vela-Leos (East Carolina University), all which received $450 to use towards their studies.

Not only did the name of the scholarship hold meaning for Crosson, but also the location: South Bragg Street. Crosson’s father, Frank Jones was a fireman for the Plummer Hook and Ladder Fire Department. As a child, she attended Warrenton Baptist Church and when she returned to Warren County to work, she lived in the house next door to the church.

If you missed this year’s Dinner Off Main or want to relive the moment, peep the photos below:

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Thank you, Patricia Jones Crosson for creating a unique dining experience while assisting college-bound students in Warren County!

To learn more about Patricia Jones Crosson and her inspiration behind Dinner Off Main, watch the video below:

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Eastern Bluebird Mural Celebrated with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper proclaimed Warrenton, NC as the National Eastern Bluebird Capital.

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April 28, 2025

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Joined by the Lake Gaston Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Town of Warrenton, and mural artist Tom Lang, residents and friends from afar celebrated the new Eastern Bluebird Mural with a ribbon-cutting ceremony during the Eastern Bluebird Festival on Saturday, April 26th in downtown Warrenton.

Ahead of last year’s festival, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper proclaimed Warrenton, NC as the National Eastern Bluebird Capital because the town has the highest concentration of them.

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The Front Porch Grocery Co-Op Introduces “Sunday Supper Club” Series

The Front Porch Supper Club is a monthly community meal series featuring delicious dishes from local caterers and food trucks.

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2 days ago

April 26, 2025

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Something special is cooking in Warren County, and it’s not just what’s on the menu.

Starting this May and running through November, the Front Porch Grocery Co-Op will launch the “Sunday Supper Club” series.

Held once a month on Sunday afternoons, this new gathering promises more than just a delicious meal—it’s an invitation to connect with neighbors and build a stronger, more united community.

The Supper Club kicks off on May 18th and will take place at 307 E Macon Street in Warrenton. It includes seating at 3:00pm and 5:00pm. Local caterers and food trucks will prepare meals for up to 200 guests. Diners also have the option to take their meals to go.

Guests can purchase a punch card for $25, which covers five meals, offering an affordable way to dine while supporting local businesses. Punch card holders get priority seating, but if you don’t have one, no worries — $10 standby tickets are available at the door, with seating beginning 30 minutes after the start time (if space allows).

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Organized by the Front Porch Grocery Co-Op, it is a community-led initiative working to open a member-owned grocery store in Warren County. Volunteers and board members will be present to answer questions and help guests become members.

The goal is to reach 1,200 members, a milestone to help turn the dream of a local, affordable, community-focused grocery store into a reality.

So whether you are looking to grab a good meal, meet new faces, or join a meaningful cause— the Front Porch Supper Club has a seat waiting for you.

For more information and to reserve your seat: https://warrenist.com/calendar/events/the-front-porch-sunday-supper-club-warrenton-nc-2025.