January 2026 Newsletter

Thomasville Housing Authority Newsletter - January 2026

Thomasville Housing Authority
201 James Avenue, Thomasville, NC

Office Hours

• Monday - Thursday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Closed for lunch daily 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
• Friday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Closed to the Public

Holiday - Office Closed

• New Years Day: Thursday, January 1, 2026
• Martin Luther King Day: Monday, January 19, 2026

Work Orders

For all regular maintenance work orders during business hours, call the main office at 336.475.6137 ext. 108 

 Accepting Phone Calls on Fridays

Emergency/After Hours Work Orders

Work orders that occur after regular business hours or on weekends and holidays, call 336.425.3542.

January Pest Control for James Avenue

• Wednesday, January 28, 2026
• Thursday, January 29, 2026

Here's to a wonderful New Year filled with new beginnings and fresh opportunities. Wishing you and your family an abundance of happiness in the New Year!

Lois A. Hunter Life Skills Center - January 2026 Events

• Goodwill Email Setup 101: New Year's Jumpstart
  
  • Monday, January 5, 2026
    3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
    
    
• Financial Literacy Hosted by Home Solutions
  
  • Wednesday, January 7, 2026
    4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    
    
• Financial Aid Clinic
  • Wednesday, January 14, 2026
    Session 1: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Session 2: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    
    
• School's Out Day
  • STEM/Art Day: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Game/Movie Day: Wednesday, January 21, 2026
    1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    
    
• "First-Time Home Buyers Workshop" hosted by Doris Jackson
  • Saturday, January 24, 2026
    11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    
    
• "Building a Better Me" Conflict Resolution 
  • Thursday, January 29, 2026
    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    
    
• The Community Closet sponsored by Save Our Babies
  • Wednesday, January 28, 2026
    4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Message From Executive Director, Rosemary Q. Steele

Dear, Residents, Partners, Supporters, and Employees,

As another year comes to a close, I want to take a moment to reflect and express my gratitude. My message to our residents, employees, partners, and supporters is above all, thank you for your dedication, collaboration, and commitment to our mission. Your contributions are vital to everything we achieve at the Thomasville Housing Authority.

Together, we have faced challenges, celebrated milestones, and continued working toward our shared vision ensuring that every individual and family has a safe, affordable, and welcoming place to call home.

This year, we will continue to strengthen our programs, invest in our communities, and listen to your voices. Your feedback, ideas, and participation are the foundation of our progress. We remain committed to creating opportunities, improving housing quality, and fostering neighborhoods where everyone can thrive.

May this new year bring you peace, health, and hope. Let's step forward together with optimism and determination, building not just homes, but stronger families and futures.

Warmest wishes for a safe, joyful, and prosperous New Year.

Rosemary Q. Steele 
Executive Director

Community Parking Reminder - Towing Enforcement

THA value a safe and accessible community for everyone. Please remember that all vehicles must be parked in designated areas and follow our community parking guidelines.

Effective Immediately vehicles found: 

• Blocking dumpsters, fire lanes, or in a no parking zone
• Expired vehicle tags
• Abandoned or inoperable

... WILL be towed at the owner's expense without further notice.

To avoid inconvenience and costs, please ensure your vehicle is parked appropriately at all times. If you have guests, kindly inform them of our parking rules.

Thank you for helping keep our community safe, accessible, and enjoyable for all.

- Management

Coming Soon 2026

• After School Tutoring
  • March 30 - April 25
    
    
• EOG and EOC Tutoring
  • May 26th - 28th
    
    
• Housekeeping Graduates Celebration
  
  
• 6 Week Courses hosted by Davidson-Davie Community College
  • Tuesdays and Thursdays
    
    
• Teen Talk: "For Boys" and "For Girls"
  
  
• DIY Valentines' Treats and Sweets
  
  
• Cultural Collide Round Table Discussion
  
  
• Community Gardens
  
  
• Senior Prom and Sneaker Ball
  
  
• Porch Conversations
  
  
• Mental Health Informational Sessions

Frostbite Prevention Tips

• Avoid staying outdoors for an extended period of time in cold or wet weather.
• Dress warm and dress in layers.
• Cover your head - wear a hat!
• Know the first signs of frostbite - redness and stinging or burning.
• Plan ahead by stocking your car with warm clothes and emergency supplies.
• Stay healthy during the cold months: eat well, exercise and stay hydrated.
• Keep moving - don't stand still.

Phi Beta Sigma Host Holiday Food Box Giveaway

The Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., Tau Epsilon Sigma (TES) Chapter helps people all year round, but the need is especially great during the holidays. Understanding the value of feeding the hungry, the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., hosted a "Christmas Food Box Giveaway" on Saturday, December 20th.

According to organizers, each food box included "all the items to prepare a Christmas meal at home. A real gift to families who are on the financially low side of things."

Families could drive through and get a food box at the giveaway, which was a come-and-go affair. Many of the cars that were pulling up was making decisions, such as whether to buy Christmas dinner, pay the utility bill, or fill up the car with gas. Therefore, the fraternity was there to help families who were experiencing food insecurity. A modest act of kindness to show the community that we are aware of their situation and care about them.

The Thomasville Housing Authority would like to express its gratitude to Lowes, Food Lion, and Phi Beta Sigma for making sure that families had the food they needed for a happy Holiday.

"From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your generosity and kindness during our Holiday Food Drive. Because of your donations, we were able to bring comfort, nourishment, and hope to those in need this season. Your compassion truly embodies the spirit of the holidays, and we are so grateful to have you as part of our caring community."

- Thomasville Housing Authority Staff and Board of Commissioners

Holiday Spirit Shines at the THA Family Holiday Bazaar

The spirit of the season was alive and glowing at the THA's Family Holiday Bazaar, as residents gathered for the annual event at the community center. Twinkling lights on the Christmas tree, Christmas spirit filled the room the air, and laughter echoed as neighbors greeted one another with hugs and smiles.

The evening kicked off with games, followed by festive music that had everyone humming along. Children excitedly visited Santa's corner, where they shared their wish lists and took pictures. Organizers say the event wasn't just about celebrating Christmas, it was about strengthening bonds. "This is what the holidays are all about," said event coordinator Jessica Crenshaw-Leonard. "It's about connection, kindness, and making memories together."

As the night came to a close, residents left with full hearts, warm hands, and a renewed sense of community spirit-proof that the magic of Christmas shines brightest when shared.

Each child received gifts because of the amazing generosity of our THA Staff, Saving Our Babies and AmeriHealth Caritas North Carolina for the gift donations and ensuring that every child present experienced the holiday spirit and the gift of giving experience. Without the help of our community partners, this fantastic event would not have been possible. In addition, we would like to express our sincere gratitude to Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated Theta Eta Zeta Chapter, for their support, supplies, and holiday magic that made today so memorable for our families.

"Dear Santa, thank you so much for joining us and bringing your magical holiday spirit to our event. Your kindness, joy, and twinkling smile made the day unforgettable for children and adults alike. We're so grateful for the time you spent with us and for spreading so much cheer. Until next Christmas, we wish you safe travels and a sleigh full of happiness!"

- Thomasville Housing Authority Families