The Pender County Health Department invites residents to take part in a series of vital community discussions focused on the growing challenges of overdose, substance use, and mental health across the county.

A total of seven in-person sessions will be held at various locations throughout Pender County. These meetings aim to gather input from residents, identify community needs, and explore solutions together.

Residents who are unable to attend a meeting in person are encouraged to participate by completing a short survey online. The survey is accessible via QR code on the event flyer or through a direct link.

Event details:

Seven locations across Pender County

• Maple Hill | April 26, 2025 | 11 AM - 1 PM
  Fish Fry Fundraiser
  Maple Hill Community Center
  4840 NC-50
  Maple Hill, 28454
• Surf City | May 13, 2025 | 530 PM - 630 PМ
  Surf City Town Hall
  Council Chambers
  214 West Florence Way
  Hampstead, 28443
• Hampstead | May 16, 2025 | 6 PM - 7 PM
  Hampstead Annex
  15060 US HWY 17,
  Hampstead, 28445
• Willard | May 23, 2025 | 6 PM - 7 PM
  Willard Outreach Community Center
  9955 NC Highway 11, 
  Willard, 28478
• Burgaw | May 30, 2025 | 6 PM - 7 PM
  Cooperative Extension
  801 S. Walker Street 
  Burgaw, 28425
• Atkinson | June 03, 2025 |  11 AM - 12 PM (Drop by until 5 PM) 
  Atkinson Library
  300 W. Henry Street
  Atkinson, 28421
• Rocky Point | June 13, 2025 |  6 PM - 7 PM
  Riley's Creek Baptist Church
  19845 NC Highway 210
  Rocky Point,  28457

Community input will help inform future programs, resources, and outreach efforts to address substance use and mental health needs in Pender County.For more information or to complete the survey, visit the survey link.