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Rutherford County Humane Society Thrift Shop
Open Wed. thru Sat., 10am-4pm. New items arriving weekly! Proceeds benefit the Rutherford County Humane Society, a no-kill, non-profit 501(C)(3) animal rescue organization. We accept donations of food and bedding supplies for dogs/cats waiting to be adopted. All donations are tax deductible. 828-625-1042. 305 Buffalo Creek Rd., Lake Lure.
Ongoing Book Sale
Rutherford Electric Membership Corporation; 186 Hudlow Rd., Forest City. Lots of great summer reading for low prices. Hardback, $1 and paperback, 50¢. Proceeds benefit the ACS Relay For Life of Rutherford County. Info, 828-245-1621 ext. 412.
Computer Classes at The Library
Rutherford County Library, Mountains Branch Library, and Haynes Branch Library will be holding FREE computer classes such as ebooks and audio books, storing and editing digital photos, job search skills, and basic computer skills including Gmail and Facebook. Classes are limited to 6 participants each. Please stop by the library or call for you reservations. Rutherford County Library 287-6115, Mountains Branch Library 287-6392, Haynes Branch Library 288-4039.
WOVE 104.1 LP-FM
Is in the process of finalizing certain segments of our programming. If your church records your pastor's sermons or Bible Study and would like to have it aired on the station, please send a post card with your contact information to: The Old Dunbar Community Center. Attn. WOVE 104.1 Radio Station421 Harding Road, Forest City, NC 28043. Local musicians, DJ's, agencies or anyone interested may contact us at the same address.
Run Against Addiction
Moving Forward Community Prayer: Fri. July 10, 6pm at Ruth Town Hall; 221 Northview Dorsey St.
Chase Corner Ministry Thrift Store
$2 Bag Sale, now thru Sat. July 11, 8:30am-2:30pm. Proceeds go to help needy in our local community! 1604 Chase High Rd., across from Chase High School.
Bostic Town Park
Huge Yard Sale, Saturday, July 11, 8am-1pm. Home décor, artwork, books, furniture, bedding, electronics, kitchen items, small appliances, tools. Great prices! (behind the bank).
Buffet Breakfast
Gilkey School Community Center, Sat. July 11, 7am-10am. Adults $6, kids 6-12 $3, 5 and under free. Proceeds goes to help with the Old School.
WNC Vegans and Vegetarians
Potluck, Sat. July 18, 12:30pm at the Whitehouse Community Center; 5408 Painters Gap Rd., Union Mills. Admission, $1. Bring vegan/vegetarian food to share. Annamaria, 828-287-4549.
Prostate Cancer Support Group
Mon. July 20, 5:30-6:30pm at the Cancer Resource Center. This physician-led support group offers community-based group education, discussion, and support to men with prostate cancer. Info, 828-245-4596.
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.
FREE Family Movie Night
Sat. July 11, 8:45pm. Rain date: July 18. Join us for "Penguins of Madagascar" PG rated. FREE ADMISSION & UNLIMITED FREE POPCORN! Everyone welcome. Bring chairs, blankets, coolers, water, soft drinks & snacks. Plenty of free parking. Restrooms open at the clubhouse. No alcohol allowed. Whitehouse Community Club; 5408 Painters Gap Rd.,, Union Mills.
Diabetes Support Group
Thurs. July 16, 6pm in the Norris-Biggs Conference Room at Rutherford Regional Medical Center (near Outpatient). Speaker: Anita Phillips, RN, Certified Diabetes Educator. Topic: "Diabetes & eye disease: What you need to know." Free, no registration required. 828-286-5501 or 286-5502.
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.
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.
Celebrate Recovery
Is a recovery program based on principles from the 8 Beatitudes in Christ's Sermon on the Mount. It is where people can safely work together in helping those dealing with all types of hurts, hang-ups, or habits. Celebrate Recovery meets every Monday at 6pm, Mountain Creek Baptist Church, 710 Mountain Creek Rd, Rutherfordton. 828-287-7159.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Holds weekly meetings: Sunday 6PM, Monday 7PM, Thursday 8PM. 1st Presbyterian Church, 438 West Main St., Forest City. Providing support for recovery for 80 years!
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 appt or for more info
Freedom from Smoking Class: Every Monday, 4 to 5pm at Rutherford Regional's Cancer Resource Center. Info, 828-245-4596 or e-mail jamie.ingraham@rutherfordregional.com
Low Cost Spay and Neuters
You can afford to have your pet spayed or neutered with our low cost Spay/Neuter program. Community Pet Center, 828-287-7738.
Al-A-Non Family Groups
Patience AFG: Mondays, 7pm at Rutherford UMC. 828-288-2767. Lake Lure AFG; Tuesdays, 7:30pm at Mountains Branch Library. 828-748-8583. Info: www.al-anon.alateen.org
Mastectomy Fittings: By appointment; Rutherford Regional's Cancer Resource Center; fittings provided by Smith's Drugs of Forest City; for an appointment, call 828-245-4596.
Education/Support Group
Female Teen Domestic Violence Ed/Support Group will meet w/Dr. Johnnie Martin, every Tuesday of each month from 6-7:30pm. Come learn the warning signs of possibly abusive relationships and controlling behaviors. What he calls "love" may actually be abuse. 828-245-1390 Ext. 104 (Sally) for location and details. Funded by The Rutherford County Endowment Fund.
