November 2026 Newsletter
Thomasville Housing Authority Newsletter - November 2026 Edition
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
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.
Holiday Closure
In Honor of Veterans Day
November 11, 2026
November Pest Control Exterminations For Trinity East / Liberty Arms
- Wednesday November 18, 2026
- Thursday November 19, 2026
Lois A. Hunter Life Skills Center Events for the Month of November 2025 (see calendar insert for all daily events)
- "Free"After School Tutoring
"Every Monday"
October 19th - December 14th
4:00pm - 5:30pm - Book Club Essentials
Thursday November 12, 2026
10:00am - 11:30am - Sisters With Value "SWV" Series
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
10:00am - 11:30am - Move and Mingle Senior
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
1:30pm - 2:30pm - Grateful Gobble Bingo Day
Thursday, November 19, 2026
1:30pm-3:00pm - Chicken Soup Book Club
Liberty Arms
Thursday, November 19, 2026
10:00am - 11:30am
Message From Executive Director Rosemary Q. Steele
Happy Thanksgiving
With Thanksgiving approaching and the holidays just around the corner, we want to take this opportunity to thank every one of our staff members, our residents, and members of our community. Thank you for making our community a wonderful place to live and work. We hope you have a joyous and safe Thanksgiving holiday!
Daylight Savings Time
Just a Reminder.... Daylight Savings Time Ends.
It will officially end at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, NOVEMBER 1, 2026.
Remember, as we "FALL BACK," set your clocks back one full hour, thus gaining one extra hour of sleep Saturday night.
"Free" After School Tutoring
Hosted by Save Our Babies
In October we kicked off the "FREE" after school tutoring program sponsored by Save Our Babies. After-school tutoring serves as an extension of the educational experience, offering students additional
time to grasp challenging subjects. The kids are having a great time as they have an opportunity to get the help that they need and make new friends along the way. The fall session ends December 14th, so be sure to sign your students up today. For more information call 336.475.6722.
Destroying or Defacing Property is a Lease Violation
As a reminder, destroying or defacing property is a lease violation, and it can lead to serious consequences such as financial charges, security deposit deductions, and even eviction.
Deliberately destroying or defacing property, whether by vandalism, malicious damage, or excessive wear beyond normal use breaches these terms and is considered a material lease violation
Parental liability is generally based on vicarious liability, the legal principle that a parent can be responsible for the harmful acts of a minor child under their supervision. This often applies to:
- Property damage (damaging walls, doors, etc.)
- Personal injury caused by your child
- Certain criminal acts
Parents are legally and financially responsible for the negligent or wrongful actions of their minor children. Parents are held accountable for all damages.
It's Time to Get Ready for Winter!
The Winter Season will soon be returning! Please take a moment to review these items - as you are responsible for maintaining the well-being of your home.
- Heater - If you have not done so already, please take a moment to turn on your furnace for a test. You might also take this time, as a reminder, to place a work order if we need to change the batteries in your thermostat, replace your furnace filter, and clear your air vents to ensure your unit is working to the best of its ability.
- Smoke / CO Detectors - Winter months bring more fire hazards. PLEASE test and place work order if not operating as designed. * NEVER disconnect or remove your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors:
- Window - make sure your windows are secure and locked
- Never use space heaters, kerosine heaters or your stove to heat your unit.
- Pay attention to weather reports and warnings of freezing weather and winter storms. Listen for emergency information and alerts
* If you are planning to be away for more than 7 days, please contact our office to let us know in advance. Also make sure your heat is kept at a minimum of 55 degrees to avoid frozen pipes.
Thank you in advance for your attention to these matters. As always, we appreciate you taking responsibility.
Thanksgiving Humor:
- What do you call a running turkey? Fast food
- What's a turkey's favorite dessert? Peach gobbler
- Why did the stuffing cross the road? To get to the other sides
- What do you call an attractive Pilgrim? A puri-ten
- Why was the turkey at the Thanksgiving party? He was the main course of conversation
- What's a turkey's least favorite day? Fry-day
- Why did the cranberries turn red? They saw the turkey dressing
- What did the scarecrow win at Thanksgiving? An award for being outstanding in his field
- What do you call a sad cranberry? A blueberry
Renter's Insurance
Homeowners Insurance vs. Renter's Insurance
- Covers the actual building you live in - The landlord pays for the coverage on the actual building, and you pay for coverage on personal property.
- Most lenders require it if you take out a mortgage - Taken out by tenants to cover personal property and liability owned by the tenant and not the responsibility of the landlord.
- Typically more expensive than renter's - Never assume the landlord's insurance will cover anything you own in or around the property.
"Free" After School Tutoring
Every Monday, October 19th - December 14th
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Subjects Are:
- Math
- English
- Science
Lois A. Hunter Life Skills Center
205 James Avenue
Thomasville, NC 27360
Let's Talk About Stress Awareness
National Stress Awareness Day
Chronic stress can affect your mind, body and soul and result in High Blood Pressure and Heart Disease.
"Choose a day to rest, don't let the day choose you!"
Stress is not to be taken lightly!
Coffee & Donuts
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
RSVP by 11/02/2026 at 336.475.6722
Lois A. Hunter Life Skills Center
205 James Avenue
Thomasville, NC 27360
Book Club Conversation Starters
Talk, Read, Explore!
Book Club Essentials
Thursday, November 12, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
RSVP at 336.475.6722 by Monday, November 9, 2026
Lois A Hunter Life Skills Center
205 James Avenue
Thomasville, NC 27360
Grateful Gobble Bingo Game Day
Thursday, November 19, 2026
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Liberty Arms Community Center
1008 Liberty Arms
Thomasville, NC 27360
RSVP by 11/15/2026 at 336.475.6722
Sisters with Value "SWV" Series
Food, Door Prizes
Motivate your mind, body & soul.
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
RSVP at 336.475.6722 by Monday, 11/16/2026
Louis A. Hunter Life Skills Center
205 James Avenue
Thomasville, NC 27360
Mommy & Me
Build connections and support your child's development. Ages 1-3
Monday, November 23, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
RSVP at 336.475.6722 by Wednesday, 11/18/2026
Lois A. Hunter Life Skills Center
205 James Avenue
Thomasville, NC 27360
Chicken Soup for the Soul Book Club
Snacks
The day promotes self-reflection, emotional wellness, and inspirational storytelling.
Thursday, November 19, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Liberty Arms Community Center
1008 Liberty Arms
Thomasville, NC 27360
RSVP at 336.475.6722 by 11/16/2026
You're Invited to Move + Mingle Workout + Social Hour
Join Us!
Move & Mingle for Seniors
Move and Mingle exercises are ultimately designed to make physical activity enjoyable.
Liberty Arms Community Center
1008 Liberty Arms
Thomasville, NC 27360
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Move and Groove!
Join Us!
Snacks
Move & Groove for the kiddos!
Move and Groove is a fun, interactive activity. Kids love jumping around and dancing to great songs, and this one will certainly make you want to bop along too!
Lois A. Hunter Life Skills Center
205 James Avenue
Thomasville, NC 27360
Wednesday, November 25, 2026
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Craft & Chat
Where Creativity Meets Connection
Bring a friend and make some new ones while we chat and create together!
Join Us
Please join in on a super fun planner/journaling meetup! Remember the days of just hanging out, chatting, eating, planning and journaling, no rules just good times with good people!!! We'd love to bring back that good ole feeling!!
Lois A. Hunter Life Skills Center
205 James Avenue
Thomasville, NC 27360
Wednesday, November 25, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- November 1, 2026
- Fall Back
- Fall Back
- November 2, 2026
- Computer Lab: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
- Afterschool Tutoring: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
- November 3, 2026
- Let's Vote: Your Voice Matters
- Let's Vote: Your Voice Matters
- November 4, 2026
- Let's Talk About "Stress" Day: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
- Open Gym: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- November 5, 2026
- Resume Help: 9:30 PM - 11:00 AM
- Open Gym: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- November 7, 2026
- Holiday Market
- Holiday Market
- November 8, 2026
- National Cappuccino Day
- National Cappuccino Day
- November 9, 2026
- Computer Lab: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
- Afterschool Tutoring: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
- November 10, 2026
- Housekeeping 101: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
- Housekeeping 101: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
- November 11, 2026
- Veteran's Day - Office Closed
- Veteran's Day - Office Closed
- November 12, 2026
- Book Club Essentials: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Open Gym: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- November 13, 2026
- November 14, 2026
- 49th Annual Craft Fair
- 49th Annual Craft Fair
- November 16, 2026
- Computer Lab: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
- Afterschool Tutoring: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
- November 17, 2026
- Housekeeping 102: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
- Housekeeping 102: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
- November 18, 2026
- Sisters with Value: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Move & Mingle for Seniors Liberty Arms: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
- November 19, 2026
- Chicken Soup Book Club Liberty Arms: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Grateful Gobble Bingo Liberty Arms: 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
- November 20, 2026
- National Pay Back Your Parents Day
- National Pay Back Your Parents Day
- November 22, 2026
- American Education Week
- American Education Week
- November 23, 2026
- Mommy & Me: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Afterschool Tutoring: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
- November 24, 2026
- Housekeeping 103: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
- Housekeeping 103: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
- November 25, 2026
- Craft and Chat: 10:00 AM - 11:30 PM
- Move and Groove: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
- November 26-27, 2026
- Thanksgiving - Office Closed
- Thanksgiving - Office Closed
- November 30, 2026
- Computer Lab: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
- Afterschool Tutoring: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM