Mt. Zion United Methodist Church in Cornelius, which just celebrated its 195th anniversary, has been smoking pig butts since 1939. The 83rd annual event is coming up on Saturday, November 5th in the church’s Family Life Center. A drive-through take-out line will once again be in place this year. You can order in advance or attend the event the day of. All proceeds go to support church mission work. For more details, visit the church’s website at MtZionUMC.net.
Circa 1940s, Charlie Hunter roasting pig butts at the BBQ pit. Photo courtesy of Amy Scotton