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Thursday - Saturday, January 3-5
What: Valentine items on display, along with clothing & household items
When: Jan. 3-5, 9am-2pm
Where: Washburn Community Outreach Center, 2934 Piney Mountain Church Rd, Bostic
More Info: 828-245-5603
Saturday, January 5
What: Grief Support Group
When: January 5, 10am to noon
Where: Lake Lure Baptist Church
More Info: GriefShare, a 13 week grief support group providing help and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member, or friend. Call Nancy Kittner 847-437-0994
What: Blood Drive
When: January 5, 9am-1pm
Where: Apostolic of Rutherford County
More Info: 1-888-59-BLOOD to make an appt.
Thursday, January 17
What: Spaghetti supper, $8
When: Jan. 17, 5:30-6:45pm
Where: RS Central High School Cafeteria
More Info: Proceeds go to help your Neighbor in Need in Rutherford County. Chase Corner Ministries, 828-247-0096
Saturday, January 19
What: Beginner Beekeeping School
When: Saturdays Jan. 19 & 26, Feb. 2, 9, 16, 8am-12pm
Where: Rutherford County Administration Office, 289 N. Main St., Rutherfordton
More Info: Register on Jan. 19, 8am. Cost $50 or $45 to pre-register, email: rutherfordcountyncbeekeepers@gmail.com
Saturday, January 26
What: Blood Drive
When: January 26, 9am-1pm
Where: Ingles Shopping Center
More Info: 1-888-59-BLOOD to make an appt.
ONGOING EVENTS
Beginner Beekeeping School
Rutherford County Beekeepers Association. Begins Jan. 19-Feb. 16, (Saturdays), 8am-12pm at Rutherford County Administration Office; 289 N. Main St., Rutherfordton. Pre-register $45 or $50 first day of classes. The course covers the basics of what you need to know to get started beekeeping. Register Jan. 19, 8am. To pre-register email: rutherfordcountyncbeekeepers@gmail.com
Crime Stoppers of Rutherford County: Program established for the purpose of obtaining info about criminal activity & fugitive felons. Have information about a crime? Report is anonymously. You do not have to reveal your name. Your info could get you a cash reward. 828-286-8477.
Grace of God Rescue Mission Needed Items: Plates, bowls, plastic forks & spoons, cups, napkins, paper towels, gallon canned foods, personal hygiene items, coffee, sugar & cleaning items. 828-245-9141.
Hospice In Need of Items: Trash bags, laundry & dish detergent, cleaning products, Lysol, liquid hand soap, paper towels, Kleenex, toilet tissue, etc. Info: 828-245-0095.
NAMI South Mountains NC (National Alliance on Mental Illness): Weekly Family Support Group Tuesdays 5:30pm. NAMI P.E.A.C.E. Community Center, 124 S. Powell St., Suite D, Forest City. Group for those who have family members who dealing with mental illness.
Chase Corner Ministries Needs: Canned meat, vegetables, fruits, pasta & sauce, soups & crackers, rice, dried beans, kid friendly, mac-n-cheese, toiletry. 1604 Chase High Rd., Forest City. 828-247-0096.
Alcoholics Anonymous: Weekly meetings: Monday 7pm women's meeting, Thursday 7pm open meeting. 1st Presbyterian Church; 438 W. Main St., Forest City.
Veterans Clothing Center and Meet & Greet Coffee: Free! 1st Monday of the month, 10am-1pm. Snacks provided. American Legion Post 74, 2501 US 64/74A Hwy. Rutherfordton.
Ever been a victim of Domestic Violence? Never want to be? You are invited to the Domestic Violence Education/Support Meetings which meet the 1st Tuesday of every month, 6-8pm, facilitated by Dr. Johnnie Martin. Women only, no charge. Support one another! Call Sally Claroni, 828-245-1390 ext. 104 for location or more info.
Korben's Attic Thrift & More: Goal of raising money to spay female dogs & cats in Rutherford County. Every Saturday, 9am-4pm. Accepting donations of clothes and household items. Volunteers needed! 2161 Hudlow Rd, Forest City. 828-450-0586 or visit Facebook.com/KorbensAttic
HOPE Grief Support Group: Free support group for any adult who has lost a loved one. Offered at the Hospice Annette Cash Whitaker Center of Living, 374 Hudlow Road, Forest City. 828-245-0095.
DAV, Chapter #25 Rutherford County: Meeting 2nd Monday monthly, Dinner at 6pm, meeting to follow. National Guard Armory, Withrow Rd, Forest City Needing some new members to help us to be able to accomplish our mission of helping our veterans needing assistance. Question or concerns please contact Commander Rickey Barber SR, 828-460-8281.
Advanced Care Planning: Sessions consist of private consult to understand the purpose & use of living wills & health care powers of attorney. Free. Call Joey Hospice of Rutherford Co 828-245-0095.
Grahamtown Community Center: Monthly food give away program every 2nd & 4th Thursdays of each month, 4-5pm. 129 First Street, Forest City. 828-229-3380.
