FREE FAMILY & FRIENDS DAY

THE
GATHERING

Fun. Community. Resources. Together. Bring the whole family for free food, children’s activities, wellness resources, community connections, and school-supply distribution.

The Gathering Family and Friends Day event flyer
DATESaturday, August 1, 2026
TIME10:00 AM–2:00 PM
LOCATION612 Cokey Rd, Rocky Mount, NC

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Everything families need to know

Find event details, activities, and important information to help your family prepare for The Gathering.

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Free Food

Free food will be available for guests. Food and other giveaway items will be offered while supplies last.

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Kids Zone

Children can enjoy family-friendly activities and inflatables. A parent or responsible adult should remain with children.

Health & Wellness

Guests can connect with organizations sharing health, wellness, family, and community information.

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Community Resources

Local organizations will be invited to share services and resources that support families in Rocky Mount and surrounding areas.

School Supplies

School-supply distribution is planned. Supplies are limited and will be distributed while supplies last.

PRE-REGISTRATION

Save time when you arrive.

Pre-register your household before the event. After completing the form, your registration information will be used to help make welcome-table check-in faster.

Pre-registration is encouraged but is not required to attend.

Open Pre-Registration Form

POSTCARD DRAWING

Bring your postcard to the welcome table.

Guests who bring an official Gathering postcard may receive a raffle number and be entered into the event drawing. Check in at the welcome table when you arrive.

No purchase is necessary. Winners must follow the drawing instructions announced at the event.

COMMUNITY PARTNERS

Working together for the community

Confirmed partner logos, website links, and resource information will be added here. Additional organizations will be featured once support is officially confirmed.

Community partners will be recognized here as participation is officially confirmed.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Tri-County Outreach Center, Inc.

Tri-County Outreach Center, Inc. was organized to strengthen families and communities through outreach, partnerships, resources, and service. The organization is developing programs and relationships that respond to needs in Rocky Mount and the surrounding tri-county area.

The Gathering serves as a public launch point for connecting families with practical support, trusted organizations, and future community programs.

Questions or partnership interest?

Organizations that serve children, families, education, health, or community needs may contact Tri-County Outreach Center about participating.

Email Tri-County Outreach

QUICK QUESTIONS

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to register?

Pre-registration is encouraged because it can make check-in faster, but it is not required to attend. Open the pre-registration form.

Is the event free?

Yes. Admission and the main activities are free. Food, school supplies, and giveaway items will be available while supplies last.

Who may attend?

All are welcome. The event is designed for families, children, seniors, neighbors, and community members.

Can an organization set up a table?

Organizations that provide relevant community services may email Tri-County Outreach Center. Participation is subject to approval and available space.

SAVE THE DATE

Saturday, August 1, 2026
10:00 AM–2:00 PM

Apostolic Deliverance Church of Christ
Bishop Christopher Howell Sr.
612 Cokey Road, Rocky Mount, North Carolina

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