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Thursday, July 19
What: Blood Drive
When: July 19, 2pm-7:30pm.
Where: Rutherfordton ABC, 441 South Main Street, Rutherfordton
More Info: For appt call 1-800-733-2767.
What: Flowering Bridge Free Event; Water Gardening,
When: July 19, 10am.
Where: Lake Lure Town Hall (back entrance).
More Info: dcgardensinbloom@aol.com
Thursday-Saturday, July 19-21
What: ½ off all clothing & household items
When: July 19-21, 9am-2pm
Where: Washburn Community Outreach Center Thrift Store, 2934 Piney Mountain Church Rd, Bostic.
More Info: Food pantry available for Rutherford County residents, 9:30am-1:30pm. 828-245-5603.
Friday, July 20
What: Second Harvest Mobile Food Truck
When: July 20, 10am, arrive early. First come -first serve.
Where: Bostic First Baptist Church, 188 E Church Street in Bostic.
More Info: This is a large quantity of food. You must be a Rutherford County resident and meet income requirements to qualify. 828-247-0096.
Monday, July 23
What: Blood Drive
When: July 23, 12:30pm-5pm.
Where: Spencer Baptist Church, 187 North Oak Street, Spindale
More Info: For appt call 1-800-733-2767.
Tuesday, July 24
What: Home Food Preservation Hands on Workshop, freezing & dehydrating.
When: July 24, 1-4pm or 5-8pm.
Where: Rutherford County Cooperative Extension; 193 Callahan Koon Road, Spindale
More Info: Register at least 1 week prior to each class. 828-287-6010.
Sunday, July 29
What: Blood Drive
When: July 29, 12-4:30pm
Where: Roses of Forest City, 2270 US 74, Forest City
More Info: For appt call 1-800-733-2767.
Tuesday, July 31
What: Blood Drive
When: July 31, 1-5:30pm
Where: Rutherfordton Fire Dept, 144 N. Mitchell Street, Rutherfordton
More Info: For more info or to schedule an appt please 1-800-733-2767.
What: Blood Drive
When: July 31, 11am-3:30pm
Where: Walmart Supercenter Store, 197 Plaza Drive, Forest City
More Info: For more info or to schedule an appt please 1-800-733-2767.
What: Flowering Bridge Free Event; Hybridizing Day Lilies and Hostas,
When: July 31, 10am.
Where: Lake Lure Town Hall (back entrance).
More Info: dcgardensinbloom@aol.com
ONGOING EVENTS
"Illuminate the Bridge" Installations: Stroll the Lake Lure Flowering Bridge after dark to view luminaries created by Lake Lure artists and bridge gardeners to celebrate the bridge's fifth anniversary. The installations will remain in place for several months.
Paws of Rutherford County: Offers low cost spay and neuter twice every month. Cats $25. Dogs $35. $10 rabies vaccine. Free pet food and dog houses for those in need. If you have a dog houses you would like to donate please call. If you need to re-home your pet or have a litter of puppies, we may be able to help. Please check with us before taking the to Animal Control. In need of fosters. 888-422-7303, leave message. SAVE THE DATE: Aug. 18, Paws of RC 2nd Annual Pet Fest in Lake Lure. Come out for a day filled with fun for yourself and your pet.
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: Sectional plates, bowls, plastic forks & spoons, cups, napkins, paper towels, gallon canned foods, personal hygiene items, coffee, sugar & cleaning items. 828-245-9141.
Chase Corner Ministries Needs: plastic grocery bags, canned meat, vegetables and fruits, spaghetti & sauce, soups & crackers, rice, dried beans, mac-n-cheese, spaghetti o's, toiletry items, and volunteers. 1604 Chase High Rd., Forest City. 828-247-0096.
Advanced Care Planning: Sessions consist of a private consult to understand the purpose and use of living wills and health care powers of attorney. Free Sessions. Call Joey Revis at Hospice of Rutherford County 828-245-0095 to schedule an appt.
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.
Isothermal Amateur Radio Club: Monthly meeting every 3rd Tuesday, 7pm at the County Annex Building on Main St., Rutherfordton. Don Whisnant, 828-453-1698 or Bob Cooley, 828-429-2924.
Alzheimer's/Dementia Caregivers Support Group: Every 3rd Tuesday of each month, 6:30pm. Perry Moore House; Main St., Rutherfordton. 828-287-5475.
GWRRA NC CHAPTER NC P-2: Meets monthly 2nd Tuesday at The Shak in Forest City. Meal 6:30pm, meeting 7:30pm. Anyone interested in motorcycles is welcome, no matter the brand. Charlie Cook, 828-248-2754.
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.
