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ICC Classes in March
•Catering for a Crowd •Puppetry for Dummies •Cosmetology CEU Class •Beginning Spanish •Computer Fundamentals II •Pharmacy Tech Cert Exam Prep •Yoga •Fitness Swim •Microsoft Word •Wine Appreciation •E-mailing Basics •Concealed Carry Handgun Class •Electrician CEU Class •Water Exercise •Cake Decorating-Advanced •Organizing Your Computer •Meal Magic •Spring Hair Styles. To register, or for more info, call the Continuing Education Dept. 828-286-3636, option 2, then option 1.
NAMI Rutherford - Cleveland
Education Forum Thurs. March 21, 7pm at Rutherford Regional Hospital - The Crawford Building; 288 South Ridge Rd., Rutherfordton. Refreshments served. Everyone welcome! Speaker: Dr. Terry L. Ledford.
Poor Man’s Supper
Thurs. March 21, 5-7pm at American Legion Post 423; Boss Moore Rd. Caroleen. Adults $6, kids 6-12 $3, under 6 free. Take out available.
Music at the Mills
Fri. March 22, 7pm. Featuring: Pilgrims on a Journey & Homegrown Music. Supper 7pm. Union Mills Learning Center; 6495 Hudlow Rd. Union Mills. FREE ADMISSION.
Community Empowerment Awareness Event
FREE FOOD and 300 FREE BOXES of household products. First come first serve basis. FREE baby diapers & pull-ups for all sizes. Sat. March 23, 11am-2pm at Forest City Housing Authority; 147 East Spruce St. Forest City. Sponsored by: Word of Deliverance R.O.T.W. Reaching Outside The Walls Ministries, 3324 Chesnee Hwy., Chesnee, SC. 864-461-7178.
Operation Medicine Drop
Sat. March 23, 10am-4pm. Drop locations; Food Lion in Rutherfordton & Forest City. Fire Dept., Ellenboro. Bring prescription and over-the-counter medicines to the take-back event and keep them out of the wrong hands. Info; 828-286-3929.
Lost Playwrights Meeting
Sat., March 23, 2-4pm in Kappla Auditorium, Henderson County Library, Hendersonville. Presentation by Gary Carden, renowned dramatist, folklorist, and storyteller. Persons interested in theatre or creative writing encouraged to attend.
Country Breakfast
The Whitehouse Community will be sponsoring a Country Breakfast on Sat. March 23, 7-10am. Cost is $5 for adults, $2.50 for children 6-12 and free to those under 6 years old. 5408 Painters Gap Road, Union Mills.
South Mountain Christian Camp Fundraiser
Hundreds of children and youth will need financial assistance to attend South Mountain Christian Camp this summer, and this is an easy way to help raise funds to meet that need. Eat at Zaxby’s in Forest City on Tues. March 26, 5-8pm. Zaxby’s will donate 10% of the sales made during this time to South Mountain’s camper scholarship fund. Mark your calendars now, invite your friends, and help make a difference in a child’s life!
Forest City Cross Walk
A silent pilgrimage about God’s love. Fri. March 29, 9am. The walk will start at FBC on Main St. For more info, please call 828-919-0009.
Carolina Faithriders Event
Cruise-In Blessing of the Bikes & Bike Show Sat. March 30, 11am at Rutherford County Moose Lodge; 548 E. US 74 Hwy. Business, Forest City. Blessing of the bikes @ 12:30pm, music by 3:16 Band, free food, drinks & door prizes. Info: 828-289-1944.
Hickory Nut Gorge Outreach
Presents the 2013 Shrimp & Grits Event Fri. April. 5, 5pm-8pm. Camp Lurecrest; 207 Charlotte Dr., Lake Lure. Tickets are available in advance.
Benefit & Yard Sale
For Jimmy Smith who has Bone Cancer Stage 4, the event will consist of music, food & yard sale items. Also, Jimmy’s grandson Daniel Foster will be doing an Elvis Tribute. All proceeds goes to help this family, they have no life insurance. Golden Valley Music Park on Sat. April 6, 11am. All day event. If weather permits, event will be held outside.
20th Annual BBQ Supper
Sat. April 6, 4-8pm at Hopewell Hollis Community Clubhouse. Adults $9, kids 6-12 $5.
Hospice In Need of Items: Trash bags, laundry detergent, cleaning products dish detergent, Lysol spray, liquid hand soap, paper towels, Kleenex tissue, toilet tissue, etc. Info: 828-245-0095.
Fundraiser Family Movies
Retro Cinema 4 & Rutherford County Humane Society present: “Good-bye My Lady” on Tues. April 9, 7pm. Tickets $8 at door. Help the Cinema and help local rescue animals with Rutherford County Humane Society.
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.
Are You Ok Phone Reassurance Program: Designed to check on senior citizens & help them & 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.
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. Crime Stoppers 828-286-8477.
Advance Care Planning: Sessions consist of a private consult to understand the purpose and use of living wills and health care powers of attorney. Sessions are free. Call Joey Revis at Hospice of Rutherford County at 828-245-0095 to schedule an appointment or for more info.
Support Group - 3rd Tuesday of Every Month
If you are caring for a loved one with a debilitating disease we offer resources, education, and support on your journey. Come spend an hour and relax, learn, and make friends with caregivers in the same situation. Call 828-375-0046 for more info or if you need a caregiver to sit with your loved one during the group meeting. Crestview Baptist Church; 630 South Church St., Forest City.
Domestic Violence Education/Support Group
Women who are victims of domestic abuse, or who never want to become victims, are invited to a free Domestic Violence Education/Support Group which meets 2 hours each week on Tuesdays. Contact Dr. Johnnie Martin @828-286-9590 or Sally Claroni @ 828-245-1390, Ext. 104 for times and location. Great information, interesting activities, and a caring, supportive environment.
