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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.
Rutherford County Farmers Market
Now Open: Tues., 7am-12pm, Thurs., 1-6pm & Sat., 8am-12pm. Variety of spring produce, crafts, baked goods, herbs and assorted plants. 1630 US 74A Byp. Hwy. Across from White Oaks Plaza.
Book Sale
Rutherford Electric Membership Corporation is having a book sale in the lobby of their office at 186 Hudlow Rd., Forest City. Proceeds will benefit the ACS Relay for Life. Hardbacks are $2 and paperbacks are $1. Hours: Mon- Fri., 8am-5pm. Information: Karen Black, 828-245-1621, ext. 412.
ICC Classes in May
•Yoga •Vehicle Escort Certification •Vehicle OBD II Emissions •Disc Golf •Zumba •Concealed Carry Handgun Class. To register, or for more info, call 828-286-3636, option 2, then option 1.
American Legion Post 423
Hot Dog & Hamburger Supper Thurs. May 16, 5-7pm. Boss Moore Rd., Caroleen. Take-out available.
Music at the Mills
Fri. May 17, 7pm. Supper 6pm. Featuring: Homegrown Music. Free Admission. Union Mills Learning Center; 6495 Hudlow Rd. Union Mills.
Upcoming Blood Drives
•Wed. May 22, 3pm-7:30pm at Concord Baptist Church; 720 Old Highway 74, Bostic, please call Kim Jones at 828-245-6130 for appt. •Thurs. May 30, 3-7pm at Gilkey School Community Center, please call 828-287-4120 for appt.
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.
Hot Dog Sale Fundraiser
For Clint Canipe, a young man who has Muscular Dystrophy, to help make his home more handicap accessible. Sat. May 18, 10am until at Casar Fire Dept., Casar. Hot Dog, $1, donations accepted. Sponsored by Pleasant Hill UMC. 704-538-3995.
Community Empowerment Project
Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School Alumni & Heritage Banquet Saturday, May 18, 4:00pm. Reception 8:00-10:00pm. Proceeds benefit building improvements. Old Dunbar Comm. Center; 421 Hardin Road, Forest City. 828-247-4142 ext. 7.
Festival
Sat., May 18 – Spring-Go Fest at Chimney Rock Village. The Day-long Festival will kick off with a Parade down Main St. and a pancake breakfast at the town’s Fire House. Fire trucks will roll down Main Street for this old fashioned mountain parade, as well as everything from floats to kids on bikes. Cow Pie Bingo returns this year along with music, craft booths, and plenty of eats.
1st Annual Farm Day
This all-day event hosted by Chase FFA Alumni features both urban and rural displays, antique and modern farm equipment, barnyard animals, live music, vendors, and plenty of food. Admission is free.
Sat. May 18, 10am-6pm. Chase High School. For more info, visit facebook.com/chaseffaalumni
Free Hair Cuts for Veterans
Tues. May 21, 8am-2pm at Plaza Barber Shop; 108 West Main St., Forest City.
Fundraiser
Sat. June 2, 12pm until at Moose Lodge in Forest City for Jimmy Smith who has cancer. Proceeds goes to help family with medical bills, they have no life insurance. Event will consist of food, music & a raffle. Jimmy’s grandson Daniel Foster will start off with a tribute to Elvis. If they are any musicians out there who knows Jimmy, please come out and jam with us. Free admission, donations only.
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.
Lake Lure Spring Arts & Crafts Festival
Join us Memorial Day Weekend, May 25, 26 & 27, 10am-5pm. Enjoy food, entertainment and wonderful arts and crafts from over 75 exhibitors. Presented by Hickory Nut Gorge Outreach; a non-profit organization providing food pantry and outreach services to families in the Community. Show your support by bringing canned goods to help feed our families! For more info visit: www.lakelureartsandcraftsfestivals.com
Educational Forum
Thurs. May 23, 7pm; Crawford Building at Rutherford Regional Hospital. Speaker: Jasmine Richards, PA, Insights. Topic: Using Natural Home Treatments to Aid in Alleviating Symptoms of Anxiety and Depression. Refreshments will be served. For more info, visit our website at www.nami.org/sites/NAMIRutherfordCleveland or our facebook page (NAMI Rutherford-Cleveland). 704-434-5166.
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.
