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WELCOME TO GRAHAMTOWN & HEALTHY LIVING PROGRAMS

WELCOME TO GRAHAMTOWN & HEALTHY LIVING PROGRAMS WELCOME TO GRAHAMTOWN & HEALTHY LIVING PROGRAMS WELCOME TO GRAHAMTOWN & HEALTHY LIVING PROGRAMS

Making our community better.

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828-229-3380

UPCOMING EVENTS IN GRAHAMTOWN

S.T.E.A.M. FUN DAY - SATURDAY MAY 3RD, 2025

YOUTH SUMMER CAMP - JUNE 9 - 13TH, 2025 AGES 8-15

YOUTH SUMMER CAMP - JUNE 9 - 13TH, 2025 AGES 8-15

YOUTH SUMMER CAMP - JUNE 9 - 13TH, 2025 AGES 8-15

YOUTH SUMMER CAMP - JUNE 9 - 13TH, 2025 AGES 8-15

YOUTH SUMMER CAMP - JUNE 9 - 13TH, 2025 AGES 8-15

THE BOOKMOBILE IS OPEN TO ADULTS & KIDS TO CHECK OUT BOOKS, VIDEOS AND OTHER MATERIALS.

BRING YOUR KIDS!

COMMUNITY JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION JUNE 14TH

BACK 2 SCHOOL - BACKPACK GIVEWAY AUG 2ND

STEAM FUN DAY - COMING SOON  REGISTER ONLINE

GRAHAMTOWN COMMUNITY HEALTH & WELLNESS

The Grahamtown Team is offering Beginner Yoga to anyone looking to exercise or live healthier. The exercises are for everyone and even those that may not be able to stand long. Come and get healthy and learn breathing, stretching and a variety of exercises for the whole family.  To support the cost of this program we ask that you donate $5 weekly for the classes, but don't let that deter you. We want families in Grahamtown and throughout the county to participate. Join us for 45 min - 1 hour of movement and exercise. 

THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING THE Grahamtown Team as we serve the Grahamtown Community

AARP 2024 Community Challenge Grantee

Grahamtown Team - AARP Community Challenge Grantee

  

We have been selected as a 2024 AARP Community Challenge Grantee! 

The Grahamtown Team is thrilled to announce we have been selected to receive a 2024 AARP Community Challenge grant. We are one of only 343 grantees selected (out of 3,300+ applications!) from across all 50 states, Washington D.C, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. 

With this quick-action grant we will provide “eating and seating” in the Grahamtown community. Our project will provide benches and tables throughout the Grahamtown Community for our seniors to enjoy our community. You will find increased seating at Hardin Park, the Grahamtown Community Garden and along Hardin Road near the upcoming community green space. 

“We are incredibly proud that AARP selected the Grahamtown Team for this investment to make the Grahamtown community more livable for residents of all ages,” stated Kisha McDowell, Executive Director of the Grahamtown Team. “AARP is a nationwide leader in making communities more livable and we are honored that they see the tangible value this project will bring to our area.”

About the AARP Community Challenge

The AARP Community Challenge grant program funds innovative, quick-action projects that inspire change in areas such as public places; housing; transportation; digital connectivity; community resilience; and more. With additional funding support provided by Toyota Motor North America, the program is also increasing its investment in pedestrian safety projects that will improve streets and sidewalks, create vibrant pedestrian infrastructure, engage community members and much more.

This is all part of AARP’s nationwide work on livable communities, which supports the efforts of neighborhoods, towns, cities and counties across the country to become great places for all. AARP believes that communities should provide safe, walkable streets; affordable and accessible housing and transportation options; access to needed services; and opportunities for residents to participate in community life. 

To learn more about the projects being funded by the AARP Community Challenge across the nation, including all 343 granted projects this year, visit aarp.org/CommunityChallenge. You can also view an interactive map of current and past AARP Community Challenge projects and AARP’s Livable Communities work at aarp.org/livable.

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Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and improve conditions for youth. Your generous donation will fund our mission and support our community.  Email contact and for donations: kisha@grahamtownteam.org


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Check payable to: Grahamtown Team

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1941, Forest City, NC 28043

828-229-3380


COMMUNITY PROGRAMS & PARTNERS

    JOIN OUR COMMUNITY

    GRAHAMTOWN TEAM

    Grahamtown Team 

    Board of Directors

    Earl Thompson, Kisha McDowell - Executive Director, Selena McEntyre, Will McDowell

    GRAHAMTOWN COMMUNITY GARDEN

    Grahamtown Community Garden

    Located on Gypsy Street in Forest City, NC

    is open for families and youth to engage in outdoor gardening. Families can grow healthy produce for their family or the community's farmer market.

    GRAHAMTOWN COMMUNITY CENTER

    GRAHAMTOWN COMMUNITY CENTER

    Neighborhood Community Center

    129 First Street

    Forest City, NC 

    HEALTHY LIVING

    GRAHAMTOWN COMMUNITY CENTER

    ZUMBA CLASSES

    $5

    JOIN OUR HEALTHY LIVING EXERCISE PROGRAM

    (129 First Street, Forest City, NC)

    YOUTH PROGRAMS

    COMMUNITY FEEDING

    GTeam Youth Programs are expanding and elevating due to the support of our community funders.

    COMMUNITY FEEDING

    COMMUNITY FEEDING

    Community Pantry 

    Food Giveaway

    Thursdays at 3pm

    Call to schedule a pick-up time

    828-229-3380

    YOUTH PROGRAMS

    SUMMER CAMP

    YOUTH SUMMER CAMP 

    (JUNE 9 - 13, 2025)

    Youth will discover our Healthy Living Programs, face-to-face. Come and learn about gardening, S.T.E.A.M Projects and culinary creations.

    MEDIA & EDUCATION

    MEDIA CENTER

    Come and work on homework

    Fill out Job Employment Applications

    Create your resume

    S.T.E.A.M. Fun Day

    S.T.E.A.M. FUN DAY

    May 3, 2025

    Join us for a fun day of learning with kids.

    GARDENING WITH KIDS

    GARDENING IN SCHOOLS

    Play Dates with Kids

    Teaching students about planting, growing, and agriculture.

    S.T.E.A.M. PROGRAMS

    GARDENING IN SCHOOLS

    GARDENING IN SCHOOLS

    NEW Technology & Skills Programs

    Leaders from the community will teach students & classes about various S.T.E.A.M. projects

    GARDENING IN SCHOOLS

    GARDENING IN SCHOOLS

    GARDENING IN SCHOOLS

    Partnering with Schools

    Teaching gardening skills, planting fruits & vegetables and caring for gardens

    OUR GOAL IS COMMUNITY

    OUR MISSION

    OUR MISSION

    OUR MISSION

     It is the mission of the Grahamtown Team to plan, support,

    educate, and execute opportunities to enrich the quality of life

    for the Grahamtown community.

    OUR FOCUS

    OUR MISSION

    OUR MISSION

    HEALTHY LIVING & EDUCATION

    We focus on making the maximum positive effort for our community.  Our members and volunteers provide the momentum that helps us affect change.                                                                                                                                                                           

    HEALTHY LIVING & EDUCATION

    We focus on making the maximum positive effort for our community.  Our members and volunteers provide the momentum that helps us affect change.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        

    OUR VISION

    OUR MISSION

    OUR VISION

    The vision of Grahamtown Team is to have an enriched and

    attractive community that exemplifies the collaborative efforts

    of the Grahamtown Community.

    Welcome to Grahamtown!

    Grahamtown Historian - Threatha Bennings Cracked Wheat

    Order online at Amazon.com

    Taken from the book Cracked Wheat 


    "Gussie Mae stumbled onto the Warren Farm in the hills of North Carolina. She was tired, broke down, and needed a place to make a new start. Chad Warren, owner of Warren Farm, provides Gussie Mae shelter in return for labor. When it is discovered Gussie Mae has powers to heal the sick with herbs and roots, she is soon bestowed the title "Root Woman." Gussie Mae becomes a critical part of the Warren family life along with many other farm workers. The story of Gussie Mae in "Cracked Wheat" is sure to leave you with tremendous anticipation of what will occur next." 

    Threatha Bennings - Author

    Author of Moving to Grahamtown. A historical view of how the Grahamtown Community came to be in Forest City, NC.

    Find out more

    ABOUT US

    THE GRAHAMTOWN TEAM:

    The Grahamtown Team (GTeam) is an organization made up of citizens from Rutherford County who have an interest in serving our community.  The GTeam is focused on the Grahamtown Neighborhood located within Forest City, NC.  

    It is the responsibility of this team to provide programs and services that support the development and healthy living of individuals within this community and Rutherford County as a whole.  


    The GTeam was established more than 16 years ago and has contributed greatly to the Grahamtown Neighborhood.  The team has collaborated with the Town of Forest City to modify homes and clean up the Grahamtown area.  The GTeam has hosted multicultural events to foster awareness and we continue to focus on creating opportunities that produce healthy living and learning.  The GTeam sponsors the community garden on Gypsy Street as one of our healthy living programs where individuals and families can grow organic and healthy produce.  We also sponsor healthy living classes and learning opportunities for students and adults.  


    The GTeam is led by professionals, farmers, and individuals that want to support our healthy living, education, and youth in Rutherford County.  It is our desire to see a healthy change in the people, the youth and our neighborhood.


    GRAHAMTOWN COMMUNITY CENTER

    The GCC houses a technology center that is used for presentations, meetings, movie nights, computer classes, community events, and great times.  Managed by the GTeam, the community center offers opportunities for healthy living programs, small groups, birthday parties, baby showers, youth activities and more.

    GRAHAMTOWN COMMUNITY CENTER

    BABY SHOWER

    The Grahamtown Community Center is an open and available resource for our community to utilize for events, find resources, gain knowledge, learn new technology, and to be a part of our the Grahamtown community.

    SELL YOUR PRODUCTS

    The Grahamtown Center can be used as a place to tell everyone about your business and your products.

    BRIDAL SHOWER

    Whatever the occasion, the community center is a great place.

    Call 828-229-3380, to schedule your event. 

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    BI-WEEKLY FEEDING PROGRAM

    THURSDAYS

    3:00PM

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    December 12, 2024

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