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SUMMARY:E.J. Hayes Pig Cooking Contest & Pig Pickin'
DESCRIPTION:On September 12th & 13th\, get ready for some proper ENC BBQ at E.J. Hayes Alumni Center! Please SAVE THE DATE & your appetite for this competition & PIG PICKIN’! Follow the E.J. Hayes Alumni Connection Facebook Page for info and updates. If you would like to compete in the competition OR sponsor and GROW your business + this annual event\, download the APPLICATION INFO HERE. \n  \nThe 3rd Annual E.J. Hayes Pig Cooking Contest is back! It will begin on Friday night\, Sept. 12th with a chefs’ meeting at 5 PM. This is a real showdown of some of the best pig cookers in eastern North Carolina. They each will bring their skills\, their secret sauces\, and family traditions. The prizes up for grabs are: 1st place gets $300\, a big trophy\, and bragging rights; 2nd place gets $200 and a trophy; and 3rd place gets $100 and a trophy. Bring your folding chair and enjoy live music Friday night into early Saturday morning. Judging will begin at 8 AM on Saturday. Beginning at 11 AM\, all the BBQ will be chopped and sold by the plate with sides and a drink for $12. BBQ will also be sold by the sandwich and by the pound. Winners will be announced at 1 PM. Mark your calendar\, bring your appetite\, and enjoy some good “down east” BBQ! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration Fee: $150\nJudging starts at: 8 AM\nPig Eating & Entertainment kicks off at: 11 AM\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWelcome to the Tradition! This ain’t just about barbecue – this is a showdown of Eastern North Carolina’s best pig cookers and plenty of smoke to see who takes home the title of #1 Pig Cooker.\n\n\n\n\nWhat’s Happening:\n\n\nPig Cooking Contest – Friday Night to Saturday morning.\n\n\nPlates on Sale at 11 AM – chopped pork BBQ\, sides\, and a cold drink ($12/plate)\n\n\nFREE Entertainment – live music and local performers\n\n\nRides and fun for the hole family – bring the kids!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Contest Rules:\n\n\nWhole hog\, split in half\, cooked on a big grill. Propane is most common\, but wood or charcoal is welcome.\n\n\nHog must be cooked with head & feet removed.\n\n\nMeat must be cooked all the way through before judging.\n\n\nContestants receive their hog Friday evening after the rules meeting. Hog must be ready by 7:45 AM Saturday morning.\n\n\nJudging begins at 8 AM sharp. Judges go tent-to-tent\, looking for flavor\, tenderness\, and technique. Each judge has their own taste\, so contestants better bring their best. Winners announced around 1 PM.\n\n\nAfter the judging\, the pigs are brought to the chopping tent where the meat is prepared for plates. We expect a crowd — we’ll have two serving lines plus a drive-through at the front of the Alumni Building to make sure you don’t have to wait too long\, so you can get home and watch your favorite college football team or take a nap after all the good food.\n\n\n\n\nWant to cook\, sponsor\, or vend?\n\n\nWe’re looking for contestants\, vendors\, and corporate sponsors to help make this year the best yet.\n\n\nEmail Mr. Walter Whitfield: WhitfieldC@aol.com\n\n\nText/call: 252-799-8487\n\n\n\n\nMark your calendar\, bring your family\, and come hungry. Let’s have a good time Williamston style and show off the best of Martin County\, and Eastern North Carolina!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick https://amzn.to/3JwKdbz to order or view North Carolina BBQ Sauce Sampler\n\n\nClick https://amzn.to/41ps3i0 to order or view Williamston\, NC Apparel\, Books and Novelties\n\n\n  \n \n 
URL:https://exploremartincounty.com/event/e-j-hayes-pig-pickin-contest/2025-09-13/
LOCATION:E.J. Hayes Alumni Center\, 705 Washington Street\, Williamston\, NC\, 27892\, United States
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SUMMARY:Community Yard Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Robersonville Dream Makers invite all to shop at their community yard sale at the Dollar General parking lot in Robersonville. Come out and see what bargains you can find and support their organization! Please call 252-217-7409 for more info.\n 
URL:https://exploremartincounty.com/event/community-yard-sale-3/
LOCATION:Dollar General Robersonville\, 703 N Main St\, Robersonville\, NC\, 27871\, United States
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SUMMARY:Community Yard Sale
DESCRIPTION:Williamston Memorial Baptist Church is hosting a community yard sale on September 13th\, from 8 AM to 12 PM. Head downtown and shop around as you kick off your weekend in Williamston! \n 
URL:https://exploremartincounty.com/event/community-yard-sale-2/
LOCATION:Williamston Memorial Baptist Church\, 109 W Church St\, Williamston\, NC\, 27892\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fall Frisbee Festival
DESCRIPTION:Come on out and show your support for the JIT disc golf tournament on September 13th at Farm Life Disc Golf! It’s going to be a fun one! Hot dogs with homemade chili\, baked beans\, chips\, lemonade\, and sweet tea will be served for lunch at no charge. Make your plans now for the last tourney of the year at Farm Life Disc Golf! There will be a campout on Friday night if you’d like to join in the fun for a glow round and some crazy campfire stories. Check-in by 9:30 AM\, no later on Saturday ($30). Clean-up day is September 6th for those volunteers who can make it.\n\n\nSCHEDULE: \n  \n\nRegister – 8:30 AM to 9 AM\nRound 1 –  10 AM to 12:30 PM\nLunch – 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM\nRound 2 – 1:30 PM to 4 PM\nCTPS – 4:30 PM to 5 PM\nTrophies / Payouts – 5 PM to 5:15 PM\n\n 
URL:https://exploremartincounty.com/event/fall-frisbee-festival/
LOCATION:Farm Life Disc Golf\, 1233 Kent Roberson Rd.\, Williamston\, NC\, 27892\, United States
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SUMMARY:Alpaca & Tallow Products Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Come shop JLS Alpaca Farm’s pop-up shop at Tractor Supply in Williamston on Saturday\, September 13th\, from 10 AM to 2 PM! Talk to the farmers and learn about their selection of alpaca and tallow products. Ask them about booking an alpaca farm tour! \n 
URL:https://exploremartincounty.com/event/alpaca-tallow-products-farmers-market/
LOCATION:Tractor Supply Co.\, 813 East Blvd\, Williamston\, NC\, 27892\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="JLS Alpacas":MAILTO:jls.alpacas@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Healing Through Art
DESCRIPTION:Join AmVets Post 227\, at Healing Through Art\, a support group at Martin County Arts Council\, every 2nd and 4th Saturday March through December. Who knew art could be such a comforting experience?! All are welcome.
URL:https://exploremartincounty.com/event/healing-through-art/2025-09-13/
LOCATION:Martin County Arts Council – Flat Iron Gallery\, 124 Washington St\, Williamston\, NC\, 27892\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="AmVets Post 227":MAILTO:cdspinney@hotmail.com
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SUMMARY:Ice Cream Social
DESCRIPTION:Come sweeten the new school year with your friends and FREE ice cream! Fellowship Baptist Church Youth invites you to join them for ice cream sundaes and more. Hope to see you there! \n 
URL:https://exploremartincounty.com/event/ice-cream-social/
LOCATION:Fellowship Baptist Church\, 1450 N Haughton St\, Williamston\, NC\, 27892\, United States
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SUMMARY:Girl's Night with Chic Links
DESCRIPTION:GIRLS NIGHT: Sparkle & Socialize is coming soon. Ladies\, it’s time for a night filled with sparkle\, laughs\, and new connections! Join Chic Links for a Party + Meet & Greet! Date: September 13th\, Time: 6PM\, Location: The Studio at Bundy Stables\, 2009 Grand Canyon Rd\, Williamston\, NC 27892.\n\n\n\n\nPermanent jewelry: bracelets\, anklets\, and necklaces that are custom-fit\, clasp-free\, and cute! Meet & greet\, mingle\, sip\, snack\, and connect with amazing women in our community. Perfect for besties\, new friends\, or anyone needing a fun night out!\n\n\n\n\nGrab your girlfriends\, come ready to sparkle\, and leave with both new jewelry AND new friends. Invite your ride-or-die (and maybe that friend you’ve been meaning to catch up with). Let’s make it a night to remember!
URL:https://exploremartincounty.com/event/girls-night-with-chic-links/
LOCATION:Chic Links Studio at Bundy Stables\, 2009 Grand Canyon Rd\, Williamston\, NC\, 27892\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sophie Taylor Live at Main Street Haven
DESCRIPTION:Saturday night\, September 13th\, local musician\, Sophie Taylor will perform at Main Street Haven in Downtown Williamston. Come out and see a great show downtown!
URL:https://exploremartincounty.com/event/sophie-taylor-live-at-main-street-haven-2/
LOCATION:Main Street Haven\, 111 W. Main St\, Williamston\, NC\, 27892\, United States
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