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Sons of Confederate Veterans
Rutherford Rifles Camp 2044, HQ 4720 US Hwy. 64/74A W. Rutherfordton, NC 28139. Meetings 2nd Thursday, 6pm. Info; 828-429-6580.
DAV Yard Sale
Fri. April 22 & Sat. April 23, 7AM-2PM @ National Guard Armory; 890 Withrow Rd. Furniture, clothes, knick-knacks, etc. Sponsored by Disabled American Veterans Rutherford County Chapter 25. All proceeds go to support Rutherford County DAV Veterans Aid Program.
19th Annual BBQ Supper
Sat. April 30, 4-8pm at Hopewell Hollis Community Clubhouse. Sponsored by Ruritan Club. Adults $9, kids $5 (6-12)
Diabetic Awareness Day
Sponsored by The Lake Lure Lions Club Fri. May 13th, 10am-2pm at the Lake Lure Town Hall. Diabetic screening available.
Spring Bag Sale
$3 per 13 gallon bag. All you can fit in a bag! Fill your own bag from boxed clothing items. Fri. April 22 & Sat. April 23, 10am-5pm. Yokefellow Service Center, 132 Blanton St. Spindale.
Community Development Credit Union
Wed. April 20, 11AM at Swingin’ Pig BBQ, 219 Old Main St., Cliffside. Informational meeting for folks interested in learning more about the Rutherford County Community Development Credit Union. Residents & small business owners are encouraged to attend. Info: 828-287-2191.
Blood Drive
Fri. April 22 @ Lowe’s of Forest City (184 Lowe’s Blvd.) 10am- 2:30pm. Please contact Ashley Loaces at 828-351-1023 for more info or to schedule an appt.
Substance Abuse Meeting
Christian 12 step Open Arms support meeting Wednesdays 12:30-1:30pm @ Community Empowerment Building; 129 First St. Forest City. 828-305-1280.
Mental Illness
Family-to-Family Support Group always on the 3rd Thursday of the Month, 6:30-8PM. United Way of Rutherford County, 626 Withrow Rd. Forest City.
Autism Awareness month
Is being recognized by HomeCare Management Corporation, Fri. April 29. Stop by our office at 627 Withrow Rd., Forest City between 2-4 pm for snacks & speak to a qualified representative about our exciting new direction in supporting people with Autism. HomeCare has provided high quality support services for people with developmental disabilities for over 17 yrs.
RHP Gears & Gables
A one-day ride around Rutherford County featuring rides of 30 miles, 65 miles, 102 miles, and its original route of 127 miles. Sat. May 7, 8am. $45. Beginning and ending at First Baptist Church Rutherfordton, 246 N. Main St. (Hwy 221). All proceeds benefit Rutherford Housing Partnership, a local nonprofit providing urgently needed repairs to improve the health and safety of qualified low-income homeowners in Rutherford County. RHP provides materials; volunteers provide labor. Visit: www.rutherfordhousingpartnership.com or call 828-248-3431.
Education Forum
4th Tuesday of the Month, 7:15PM in dining room at Henderson Care Center, 125 Henderson Circle, Forest City. No Education Forums - July or August.
Union Mills Learning Center
Yard Sale/Swap meet Sat. April 30, 8am until, rain or shine. Bring your stuff to sell or donate it to the Union Mills Learning Center. Table available for use. Info; 828-287-2545. Union Mills Learning Center; 6495 Hudlow Rd. Union Mills.
Crime Stoppers of Rutherford County
Established for the purpose of obtaining information about criminal activity & fugitive felons. Have information about a crime? Report is anonymously. You do not have to reveal your name. Your information could get you a cash reward. Crime Stoppers 828-286-8477 (Tips)
The Lake Lure Lions Club
24th Annual Golf Tournament Fri. May 6, 8:30am at the Apple Valley Golf Course in Lake Lure. Entry fee: $75/player. Entry deadline: May 4, 5pm. You can obtain an entry form by contacting 828-625-0793, 828-694-2888 or 828-694-3042. Proceeds going to help the blind, visually impaired, deaf and handicapped in this area.
Meet the Eater Bunny!
At KidSenses Fri. April 22, 5:30pm. Admission for everyone is just $1.00 after 3pm. Bring your camera…you don’t want to miss this fun springtime photo opportunity! 172 N. Main St. Rutherfordton. For more information, please call 828-286-2120.
FREE Skin Cancer Screening
Thurs. May 5, 3-6pm at the Cancer Resource Center (located in the OneSource Building next to Belk). Call 828-245-4596 to register.
Are You Ok Telephone 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.
Bingo at the VFW
Every Thursday night at 6PM. Refreshments & food are available for purchase. The top prize for the last game is $500. Proceeds from bingo benefit veterans in the surrounding communities. Located on Withrow Road. Forest City.
Classes: Red Cross Chapter House
•Lifeguard Training April 26-29, 8:30am-4:30pm. Register at Isothermal Community College and purchase class materials at the Red Cross. All classes must be paid in advance. Info: 828-287-5916.
Music at the Mills
Bluegrass & more every Friday night, 7pm. Admission $5. Proceeds help us keep the building open for the community use. Hot Dog Supper Fri. April 22, 6PM. Union Mills Learning Center; 6495 Hudlow Rd., Union Mills. 828-287-2545.
