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Here's what's going on in Williamston and surrounding areas: • Jonny Waters Live: October 9, 2026 at Ribeyes Steakhouse (1056 Cantle Ct) - An evening of casual live music and dinner. • Hand Crochet Chunky Blanket Workshop: October 10, 2026 at The Small Shop on Main (125 W. Main St) - A creative indoor crafting session ($90). • Christmas Star Painting Workshop: October 12, 2026 at The Small Shop on Main (125 W. Main St) - An indoor decorative workshop ($45, pre-registration required). • Christmas Swag Class: October 13, 2026 at The Small Shop on Main (125 W. Main St) - A seasonal craft workshop ($58). • Jonny Waters & Company: October 31, 2026 at the Senator Bob Martin Eastern Agricultural Center (2900 NC Hwy 125 South) - An open-air, kid-friendly nighttime outdoor musical performance. • The Freemans: November 8, 2026 at Bethany Pentecostal Holiness (1248 Tyner Rd) - A live Country-Southern Gospel performance.    Martin Memorial Library Events 200 N Smithwick St, Williamston, NC, United States, North Carolina 27892    Get ready for a night of spooky fun at the library!  Thursday, October 8th from 5:30-6:30 PM -Monster Mash with the Martin Community Players! Bring the whole family for a fun-filled evening featuring photos, candy, a spooky story, hot chocolate, apple cider, and a special treat!   Family-friendly costumes are encouraged! Come dressed as your favorite monster, witch, superhero, or anything delightfully spooky. You won't want to miss this spooktacular evening of fun, treats, and community! We can't wait to see you there!     Get ready to meet some amazing eight-legged guests at Martin Memorial Library!  Friday, October 23rd at 11:00 AM -Spoodcraft at MML! Spoodcraft is a husband-and-wife team of professional spider breeders who specialize in breeding jumping spiders and tarantulas. They'll be joining us for a fun and educational program all about these fascinating creatures! Learn about: Caring for pet spiders Creating and maintaining spider habitats Spider life cycles and environments An exciting exhibit of live spiders, including jumping spiders and tarantulas! This program is perfect for children and adults of all ages, whether you're already a spider enthusiast or just curious to learn more about these incredible animals. Come see some live spiders, learn something new, and discover that spiders might be a little more fascinating than frightening!   

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Preapplications

Our Section 8 Waiting List is currently closed and we are not accepting applications at this time. However, we are accepting applications for Public Housing, Walnut Terrace, and Gatlin Court. Click here to find out more information about these properties. 

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Williamston Housing

Williamston, North Carolina

Williamston Housing Authority (WHA) provides Public Housing (150 units) and Housing Choice Vouchers (157 vouchers) in the Town of Williamston in Martin County. These programs are funded through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). WHA also manages 20 Rural Development units for the elderly and disabled. Also, in Williamston, WHA manages Section 8/New Construction Multifamily property with 50 units called Walnut Terrace.

Learn more about housing opportunities here.

WHA recognizes residents as its ultimate customer and provides excellent customer service through partnerships with residents, the community, and government leaders. Agency resources are dedicated to WHA programs' effective and efficient management and operations.

Williamston is located in rural northeastern North Carolina on the banks of the Roanoke River.

Vision

Create dynamic communities where people thrive.

Mission

Provide quality affordable housing that is well integrated into the fabric of neighborhoods and serves as a foundation to improve lives and advance resident independence.

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