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Thursday, June 27
What: Free Class, "Growing Herbs in the Kitchen Garden," by herb expert & master gardener Charlotte Gardner
When: June 27, 10-11am
Where: Flowering Bridge in Lake Lure
More Info: 828-625-2540.
Friday, June 28
What: Hand Painted Silk Scarves. Local artist Aditi Watson- 3 part series.
When: 6/28, 7/26, 8/16
Where: Mountain's Branch Library, 150 Bill's Creek Road, Lake Lure
More Info: Funded by Hickory Nut Gorge Foundation. 828-287-6417
Saturday, June 29
What: Buffet Breakfast
When: June 29, 7-10am
Where: Gilkey School Comm. Center, Gilkey School Road, Rutherfordton
More Info: Adults $6, kids 6-12 $3, 5 & under free. Proceeds to center.
Monday, July 1
What: 8'x9' Afghan Drawing (American flag-kneeling soldier)
When: July 1st (don't have to be present to win)
Where: Tickets: American Legion Post 423 Caroleen. $1 ea., 6 for $5.
More Info: Afghan made by Mrs. Susan Moore, wife of Buddy Moore
Thursday, July 4
What: Casar's July 4th Celebration
When: July 4th, 4-9:30pm
Where: Casar Park, Deviney St., Casar
More Info: Fireworks, Veterans ceremony, inflatables, turtle race, eating contest, talent show, games, music, treasure hunt, DJ & more. Free! Come judge People's Choice Cruisin Casar Car Show, $10 entry fee.
Monday, July 8
What: Second Harvest Mobile Food Truck
When: July 8, arrive: 8am, distribution: 10am. First come, first serve.
Where: Bostic First Baptist Church, 188 E. Church St, Bostic
More Info: Sponsored by Chase Corner Ministries. 828-247-0096
Saturday, July 13
What: Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser
When: July 13, 5-7pm
Where: Whitehouse Community Ctr, 5408 Painter's Gap Rd, Union Mills
More Info: Adults $8, kids 6-12 $4, 5 & under free. Proceeds go toward picnic pavilion. 828-288-6271
ONGOING EVENTS
Support Group: Parents as Leaders (PALS) a parent and family support group of pre-school aged children, meets weekly to discuss issues, concerns and the joys of raising young children. 828-286-3901.
Bingo in Green Hill at the American Legion Post 74. Doors open 6pm, Bingo at 7pm. 2501 US 64/74A Hwy. Rutherfordton. 828-395-2223.
Veterans Clothing Center and Meet & Greet Coffee: Free! 1st Monday of the month, 10am-1pm. Snacks provided. NOT accepting clothing at this time. American Legion Post 74, 2501 US 64/74A Hwy. Rutherfordton.
Advanced Care Planning: Private consult to understand the purpose and use of living wills and health care powers of attorney. Free Sessions. Joey Revis at Hospice of Rutherford County 828-245-0095.
Book Club: Meets 2nd Monday of each month 10-11am at Mountains Branch Library, 150 Bill's Creek Road, Lake Lure. 828-287-6392.
DAV, Chapter #25 Rutherford County: Meetings on the 2nd Monday of every month, Dinner at 6pm, meeting to follow. National Guard Armory, Withrow Road, Forest City We are 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.
Genealogy Club: Meets 2nd Tuesday monthly at 3pm. Open to anyone interesting in climbing their family tree or learning more about their ancestry. Mountains Branch Library, 150 Bill's Creek Rd, Lake Lure. 828-287-6392.
GWRRA NC CHAPTER NC P-2: Meets monthly 2nd Tuesday at The Shak, Forest City. Meal 6:30pm, meeting 7:30pm. Anyone interested in motorcycles is welcome, no matter the brand. Charlie Cook, 828-248-2754.
Veterans Meal: 3rd Tuesday every month, 5pm. Willow Ridge Rehab; 237 Tryon Rd., Rutherfordton. 828-286-7200.
Chase Corner Ministries: FREE USDA Food Wednesdays 9am-2pm. Families who receive this food may only get it every other month. Must be Rutherford County resident & meet income requirements. 828-247-0096.
Crime Stoppers of Rutherford County: Program established for the purpose of obtaining info about criminal activity & fugitive felons. Have info about a crime? You don't have to reveal your name. Info could get you a cash reward. 828-286-8477.
Are You Ok Phone Reassurance Program: Designed to check on senior citizens and help them and their family have peace of mind. Program provides a knowledge that someone cares and will check on them daily. No cost for this program. Contact Lt. Godlock, 828-287-6395. Rutherford Co. Sheriff Office.
Gilkey Neighbors Food Pantry: Volunteers needed. Please call 828-286-0404 or visit 217 Gilkey School Road, Rutherfordton.
Coffee and Conversation: Coffee Social for Veterans every 3rd Thursday monthly 9am-10:30am. Rutherford County Veteran Service Office, 303 Fairground Rd, Spindale. 828-287-6185.
American Legion Post 74: Meetings 4th Tuesday monthly. Dinner: 6pm, meeting to follow. Kevin Young, Commander. 2501 US 64/74A Hwy. Rutherfordton. 828-287-1294.
Memory Makers Alzheimer/Dementia Community Resource/Support Group: For family, caregivers, friends, or anyone in the community who needs the support. Meetings held the last Thursday of each month, 4pm. Rutherford Town Hall, 129 N. Main St, Rutherfordton. 828-980-4362 or 828-980-1034.
HOPE Grief Support Group: Free for any adult who's lost a loved one. Hospice Charles & Annette Cash Whitaker Center of Living, 374 Hudlow Rd, Forest City. 828-245-0095.
Sons of Confederate Veterans: Lt. William Corbitt Camp #525 invites you to visit with us every 3rd Friday at County Annex Bldg; 289 N. Main St., Rutherfordton. 6:30pm for refreshments & 7pm meeting. 828-305-8654 or 828-287-3412.
New AA Meeting: Sundays, 11:30am. Rectory of the Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration, Bat Cave.
