Events
The Pigeon Center annually supports a Martin Luther King Jr. pride march, commemorative service, and prayer breakfast and hosts Black History Month educational programs. Fish fry dinners are held throughout the year. Special events include a taco dinner for Cinco de Mayo and a costume dance party for Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead).
The center’s Season of Light Multicultural Holiday Celebration in December brings community members together to learn about and enjoy worldwide winter traditions, holidays, festivals, and foods.
In addition to multicultural events for the community, the Pigeon Center hosts community forums and meals, healthy living activities, and programs in concert with the Haywood Community College Development Club.
MANNA Foodbank Distribution
MANNA FoodBank hosts a free food distribution event at the Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center (PCMDC) in Waynesville. The event occurs every third Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.. The center is located at 450 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC.
Location: 450 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC 28786.
Schedule: Third Wednesday of every month, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Eligibility: Open to anyone in need of food assistance.
Contact/Info: Check the PCMDC events page or MANNA’s Food Finder tool for updates.
This partnership helps provide essential food resources to the local community in Waynesville.
Pigeon Center Fish Fry
It's time for our Fish Fry fundraiser! Lunch starts at 11 a.m. and we'll serve until 6 p.m. or until the food runs out. Tickets are $15 a plate, includes fried fish, slaw, hushpuppies, baked beans and dessert! Come share a meal at the center or take your plate to go!
Conversations With Storytellers
Conversations with Storytellers (CWS) is a monthly performance series hosted by the Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center from April-September every year. The six-event series always takes place at 6 PM on the second Thursdays of April, May, June, July, August and September annually. CWS is PCMDC’s celebration of the power and purpose of narrative in underserved communities.
MANNA FoodBank Distribution
MANNA FoodBank hosts a free food distribution event at the Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center (PCMDC) in Waynesville. The event occurs every third Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.. The center is located at 450 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC.
Location: 450 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC 28786.
Schedule: Third Wednesday of every month, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Eligibility: Open to anyone in need of food assistance.
Contact/Info: Check the PCMDC events page or MANNA’s Food Finder tool for updates.
This partnership helps provide essential food resources to the local community in Waynesville.
Cinco de Mayo!
The Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center, hosts an annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta featuring food, music, and activities. The 2026 event is scheduled for Tuesday, May 5, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This fundraiser celebrates Hispanic culture with authentic food and community, serving as a significant local event.
Conversations With Storytellers
Conversations with Storytellers (CWS) is a monthly performance series hosted by the Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center from April-September every year. The six-event series always takes place at 6 PM on the second Thursdays of April, May, June, July, August and September annually. CWS is PCMDC’s celebration of the power and purpose of narrative in underserved communities.
MANNA FoodBank Distribution
MANNA FoodBank hosts a free food distribution event at the Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center (PCMDC) in Waynesville. The event occurs every third Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.. The center is located at 450 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC.
Location: 450 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC 28786.
Schedule: Third Wednesday of every month, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Eligibility: Open to anyone in need of food assistance.
Contact/Info: Check the PCMDC events page or MANNA’s Food Finder tool for updates.
This partnership helps provide essential food resources to the local community in Waynesville.
Pigeon Center Fish Fry
It's time for our Fish Fry fundraiser! Lunch starts at 11 a.m. and we'll serve until 6 p.m. or until the food runs out. Tickets are $15 a plate, includes fried fish, slaw, hushpuppies, baked beans and dessert! Come share a meal at the center or take your plate to go!
Conversations With Storytellers
Conversations with Storytellers (CWS) is a monthly performance series hosted by the Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center from April-September every year. The six-event series always takes place at 6 PM on the second Thursdays of April, May, June, July, August and September annually. CWS is PCMDC’s celebration of the power and purpose of narrative in underserved communities.
MANNA FoodBank Distrbution
MANNA FoodBank hosts a free food distribution event at the Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center (PCMDC) in Waynesville. The event occurs every third Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.. The center is located at 450 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC.
Location: 450 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC 28786.
Schedule: Third Wednesday of every month, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Eligibility: Open to anyone in need of food assistance.
Contact/Info: Check the PCMDC events page or MANNA’s Food Finder tool for updates.
This partnership helps provide essential food resources to the local community in Waynesville.
Conversations With Storytellers
Conversations with Storytellers (CWS) is a monthly performance series hosted by the Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center from April-September every year. The six-event series always takes place at 6 PM on the second Thursdays of April, May, June, July, August and September annually. CWS is PCMDC’s celebration of the power and purpose of narrative in underserved communities.
MANNA FoodBank Distribution
MANNA FoodBank hosts a free food distribution event at the Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center (PCMDC) in Waynesville. The event occurs every third Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.. The center is located at 450 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC.
Location: 450 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC 28786.
Schedule: Third Wednesday of every month, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Eligibility: Open to anyone in need of food assistance.
Contact/Info: Check the PCMDC events page or MANNA’s Food Finder tool for updates.
This partnership helps provide essential food resources to the local community in Waynesville.
Conversations With Storytellers
Conversations with Storytellers (CWS) is a monthly performance series hosted by the Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center from April-September every year. The six-event series always takes place at 6 PM on the second Thursdays of April, May, June, July, August and September annually. CWS is PCMDC’s celebration of the power and purpose of narrative in underserved communities.
MANNA FoodBank Distribution
MANNA FoodBank hosts a free food distribution event at the Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center (PCMDC) in Waynesville. The event occurs every third Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.. The center is located at 450 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC.
Location: 450 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC 28786.
Schedule: Third Wednesday of every month, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Eligibility: Open to anyone in need of food assistance.
Contact/Info: Check the PCMDC events page or MANNA’s Food Finder tool for updates.
This partnership helps provide essential food resources to the local community in Waynesville.
Conversations With Storytellers
Conversations with Storytellers (CWS) is a monthly performance series hosted by the Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center from April-September every year. The six-event series always takes place at 6 PM on the second Thursdays of April, May, June, July, August and September annually. CWS is PCMDC’s celebration of the power and purpose of narrative in underserved communities.
Farm 2 Table Fundraiser
Join the Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center in a celebration of the family, the community, the harvest, and the culture that makes us special. VIP admission is $75 and opens at 4:15 PM. General admission is $50 and begins at 5:00 PM. The event is over at 10:00 PM.
MANNA FoodBank Distribution
MANNA FoodBank hosts a free food distribution event at the Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center (PCMDC) in Waynesville. The event occurs every third Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.. The center is located at 450 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC.
Location: 450 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC 28786.
Schedule: Third Wednesday of every month, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Eligibility: Open to anyone in need of food assistance.
Contact/Info: Check the PCMDC events page or MANNA’s Food Finder tool for updates.
This partnership helps provide essential food resources to the local community in Waynesville.
MANNA FoodBank Distribution
MANNA FoodBank hosts a free food distribution event at the Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center (PCMDC) in Waynesville. The event occurs every third Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.. The center is located at 450 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC.
Location: 450 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC 28786.
Schedule: Third Wednesday of every month, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Eligibility: Open to anyone in need of food assistance.
Contact/Info: Check the PCMDC events page or MANNA’s Food Finder tool for updates.
This partnership helps provide essential food resources to the local community in Waynesville.
Pigeon Center Fish Fry
It's time for our Fish Fry fundraiser! Lunch starts at 11 a.m. and we'll serve until 6 p.m. or until the food runs out. Tickets are $15 a plate, includes fried fish, slaw, hushpuppies, baked beans and dessert! Come share a meal at the center or take your plate to go!
MANNA FoodBank Distribution (Copy)
MANNA FoodBank hosts a free food distribution event at the Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center (PCMDC) in Waynesville. The event occurs every third Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.. The center is located at 450 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC.
Location: 450 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC 28786.
Schedule: Third Wednesday of every month, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Eligibility: Open to anyone in need of food assistance.
Contact/Info: Check the PCMDC events page or MANNA’s Food Finder tool for updates.
This partnership helps provide essential food resources to the local community in Waynesville.
Season of Light
The Season of Light at the Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center (PCMDC) in Waynesville, NC, is a cultural celebration featuring global winter traditions, food, music, and crafts, held in early December. This event showcases diverse customs to celebrate the season.
Key Details for Season of Light (Waynesville):
Location: 450 Pigeon Street, Waynesville, NC.
Dates/Time: Early December
Highlights: Features 10 different rooms representing 10 holidays, plus food, music, and crafts.
Purpose: Celebrates cultural diversity and supports PCMDC programs.
Season of Light
The Season of Light at the Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center (PCMDC) in Waynesville, NC, is a cultural celebration featuring global winter traditions, food, music, and crafts, held in early December. This event showcases diverse customs to celebrate the season.
Key Details for Season of Light (Waynesville):
Location: 450 Pigeon Street, Waynesville, NC.
Dates/Time: Early December
Highlights: Features 10 different rooms representing 10 holidays, plus food, music, and crafts.
Purpose: Celebrates cultural diversity and supports PCMDC programs.
Season of Light
The Season of Light at the Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center (PCMDC) in Waynesville, NC, is a cultural celebration featuring global winter traditions, food, music, and crafts, held in early December. This event showcases diverse customs to celebrate the season.
Key Details for Season of Light (Waynesville):
Location: 450 Pigeon Street, Waynesville, NC.
Dates/Time: Early December
Highlights: Features 10 different rooms representing 10 holidays, plus food, music, and crafts.
Purpose: Celebrates cultural diversity and supports PCMDC programs.
MANNA FoodBank Distribution (Copy) (Copy)
MANNA FoodBank hosts a free food distribution event at the Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center (PCMDC) in Waynesville. The event occurs every third Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.. The center is located at 450 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC.
Location: 450 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC 28786.
Schedule: Third Wednesday of every month, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Eligibility: Open to anyone in need of food assistance.
Contact/Info: Check the PCMDC events page or MANNA’s Food Finder tool for updates.
This partnership helps provide essential food resources to the local community in Waynesville.
Soul Food Fundraiser
$15 for a plate of fried chicken, collard greens, Nana's mac and cheese, sweet potatoes, cornbread and cobbler! Come eat with us at the Pigeon Center or take a plate to go. Served from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (or whenever the food runs out). All proceeds support the mission and programs of Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center. For more info, visit pcmdc.org
MANNA Food Bank Distribution
Emergency food boxes with enough food for about four meals are available upon request. Resources are limited to one box per family per month or every 30 days. Boxes typically contain canned food and, if available, meat, bread and produce. Most food comes from Manna Food Bank or food drives to supplement the pantry. The Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center distributes 20 to 50 emergency food boxes each month.
Season of Light
Our Season of Lights Celebration is an opportunity for us to celebrate different traditions from cultures around the world! On December 6th, 7th and 12th, the building will be decorated to represent different celebrations, and a ticket to the event allows you to take home different foods representative of each tradition.
Season of Light
Our Season of Lights Celebration is an opportunity for us to celebrate different traditions from cultures around the world! On December 6th, 7th and 12th, the building will be decorated to represent different celebrations, and a ticket to the event allows you to take home different foods representative of each tradition.
Season of Light
Our Season of Lights Celebration is an opportunity for us to celebrate different traditions from cultures around the world! On December 6th, 7th and 12th, the building will be decorated to represent different celebrations, and a ticket to the event allows you to take home different foods representative of each tradition.
MANNA Food Bank Distribution
Emergency food boxes with enough food for about four meals are available upon request. Resources are limited to one box per family per month or every 30 days. Boxes typically contain canned food and, if available, meat, bread and produce. Most food comes from Manna Food Bank or food drives to supplement the pantry. The Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center distributes 20 to 50 emergency food boxes each month.
Dia de los Muertos
Join us for a Day of the Dead Celebration! Prayer and remembrance of friends and family members who have died creates the significance for this cultural event. Join us for food, festivities, margaritas, and music!
Friday Fish Fry Fundraiser
A classic Pigeon Community celebration and fundraiser. Bring you friends and family and join us for some legendary fried fish and sides. Take a plate to go, or stay and enjoy the community and family celebration.
PCMDC's 2nd Annual Farm 2 Table Fundraiser
2024 was our first year. It was such a success, we’re doing it again! Our upscale, down home get down features music by local favorites Sugah and the Cubes, local and freshly prepared food, silent auction, cash bar and dinner and dancing under the stars. You cant beat PCMDC’s newest tradition. See you there!
MANNA Food Bank Distribution
Emergency food boxes with enough food for about four meals are available upon request. Resources are limited to one box per family per month or every 30 days. Boxes typically contain canned food and, if available, meat, bread and produce. Most food comes from Manna Food Bank or food drives to supplement the pantry. The Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center distributes 20 to 50 emergency food boxes each month.
Conversations with Storytellers #6
September 11, 2025 Glenis Redmond is the First Poet Laureate of Greenville, South Carolina and is a Kennedy Center Teaching Artist.
PCMDC Community Pizza & Movie Night
We’re cooking pizza in out new outdoor pizza oven. Bring the family and come chase the fireflies, eat some pie, and enjoy an outdoor family-friendly movie.
MANNA Food Bank Distribution
Emergency food boxes with enough food for about four meals are available upon request. Resources are limited to one box per family per month or every 30 days. Boxes typically contain canned food and, if available, meat, bread and produce. Most food comes from Manna Food Bank or food drives to supplement the pantry. The Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center distributes 20 to 50 emergency food boxes each month.
Conversations with Storytellers #4
July 10, 2025 Kelle Jolly is an "Affrilachian-Georgia-lina-Peach," embracing a rich blend of cultural influences. Through the art of storytelling and her mastery of the ukulele, she joyfully expresses her folk traditions.
Juneteeth Celebration 2025
Come celebrate Jubilee Day at PCMDC. This family celebration is Juneteenth National Independence Day, a federal holiday in the United States. It is celebrated annually on June 19 to commemorate the ending of slavery in the United States.
MANNA Food Bank Distribution
Emergency food boxes with enough food for about four meals are available upon request. Resources are limited to one box per family per month or every 30 days. Boxes typically contain canned food and, if available, meat, bread and produce. Most food comes from Manna Food Bank or food drives to supplement the pantry. The Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center distributes 20 to 50 emergency food boxes each month.
PCMDC Summer Enrichment Program
A blend of fun, academics, and character-building activities for K-12 students, including field trips, crafts, math and reading exercises, yoga, and anti-bullying programs.
Conversations with Storytellers #3
June 12, 2025 Joseph Drew Lanham is an American author, poet, wildlife biologist, and 2022 MacArthur Fellowship-winner for his work "combining conservation science with personal, historical, and cultural narratives of nature."
Friday Fish Fry Fundraiser
A classic Pigeon Community celebration and fundraiser. Bring you friends and family and join us for some legendary fried fish and sides. Take a plate to go, or stay and enjoy the community and family celebration.
MANNA Food Bank Distribution
Emergency food boxes with enough food for about four meals are available upon request. Resources are limited to one box per family per month or every 30 days. Boxes typically contain canned food and, if available, meat, bread and produce. Most food comes from Manna Food Bank or food drives to supplement the pantry. The Pigeon Community Multicultural Development Center distributes 20 to 50 emergency food boxes each month.
Conversations with Storytellers #2
May 08, 2025 LaKisha Blount explores the essence of her experiences and generational stories of Black mountain life in Appalachia through her figurative oil paintings. Using bold colors, gritty textures of layered paint, and intricate markings, Blount aims to capture the raw emotion and beauty of everyday life.
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta!
It’s CInco de Mayo! Celebrate with friends and family at PCMDC with traditional Mexican cuisine, margaritas, DJs and pinatas!
Conversations with Storytellers #1
April 10, 2025 Kathi Littlejohn has been telling Cherokee stories for more than 40 years at events, festivals, and schools. She has been leading Cherokee history tours for five years to historically and culturally significant places in Western North Carolina.
Friday Fish Fry Fundraiser
A classic Pigeon Community celebration and fundraiser. Bring you friends and family and join us for some legendary fried fish and sides. Take a plate to go, or stay and enjoy the community and family celebration.
Spring Equinox Prayers for Peace
The Pigeon Community is hostinga Spring Equinox Prayers for Peace at the peace pole at PCMDC. All are welcome to comeand pray with us. Set your intentions for the future by praying for our present.