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Rutherford Electric Membership Corporation, in the lobby of their office at 186 Hudlow Rd., Forest City. Benefits the ACS Relay for Life. Hardbacks are $2 and paperbacks are $1. Hours: Mon- Fri., 8am-5pm. Info: Karen Black, 828-245-1621, ext. 412.
American Legion Post 423
Regular meeting on Mon. July 1, 6pm at headquarters building, adjacent to Frank West Park on Boss Moore Rd., Caroleen.
Music at the Mills
Fri. June 21, 7pm. Supper 6pm. Featuring: Dixie Moon & Homegrown Music. Union Mills Learning Center; 6495 Hudlow Rd. Union Mills.
Upcoming Blood Drives
•Fri. June 21, 1-5:30pm Forest City Fire Dept.,186 S Ch St., call 1-800-733-2767 for appt. •Mon. July 8, 1pm-5:30pm at National Guard Armory of Forest City; 890 Withrow Rd., 1-800-733-2767 for appt. •Sat. July 13, 7:30am-12pm at Cliffside Masonic Lodge; Old Main St., Cliffside, call Wayne at 828-429-0212 for appt.
Country Breakfast
Sat. June 22, 7-10am at Whitehouse Community Center; 5408 Painters Gap Rd., Union Mills, Adults $5; kids 6-12 $2.50; under 6 free. Info: 828-625-4502.
BBQ Supper with Singing
Sat. June 22, 4-7pm at Gilkey School Community Ctr; 217 Gilkey School Rd., Rutherfordton. Adults $7, kids 5-12 $5, under 5 free. Bring chair or blanket. Proceeds help Community Food Pantry.
Whitehouse Community Center
Country Breakfast Sat, June 22, 7-10am. 5408 Painters Gap Rd, Union Mills. $5 adults, $2.50 kids 6-12 & free to those under 6.
Bat Cave Fire & Rescue BBQ
Independence Day BBQ Sat. June 29, 5-7:30PM at the firehouse. All proceeds will go to buying much needed equipment and your support will be greatly appreciated.
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 info.
Mobile Food Pantry
Chase Corner Ministries is co-sponsoring a Mobile Food Pantry on Tues. June 25, 10am at Providence United Methodist Church; 161 Providence Church Rd. Forest City. 828-247-0096.
NAMI Rutherfordton/Cleveland
Educational Forum Thurs. June 27, 7pm. Place: Crawford Bldg, Rutherford Regional Hospital. Speaker: Tanya Morrow. Refreshments served. Please call 704-434-5166.
Grace of God Rescue Mission Needed: Sectional plates, bowls, plastic forks & spoons, cups, napkins, paper towels, gallon canned foods, personal hygiene items, coffee, sugar & cleaning items. For more information, please call 828-245-9141.
Big Day in Ellenboro
July 4th, parade at 9am. Arts & Crafts, music, tractors, games, food and more. Free rides on the Little Blue Choo. Would you like to be in the parade, or be a vendor, please call 828-453-7414 or 828-453-8932.
Are You Ok Phone Reassurance Program: Designed to check on senior citizens & give them peace of mind. Provides a knowledge that someone cares and will check on them daily. Free 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. 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.
The Rutherford County Democratic Party
Meeting of the general membership Thurs. June 27, at Democratic headquarters, 142 W. Main Street Forest City. Guest speaker: Democratic Chair of the 10th Congressional District, Betsy Wells of Cleveland County. Pot luck dinner at 6PM precedes program portion of the meeting.
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.
