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Thru August 2
FREE Tutoring in Reading Grades 1-7
When: June 2-August 2, Mon./Wed. or Tues./Thurs., 1 hour sessions. 1-2pm/2:15-3:15pm, 3:30-4:30pm/4:45-5:45pm, 6-7pm
Where: McBrayer Office Building; 132 E. Main St., Forest City, across from Smith's Drug
More Info: 5 students per Tutor. All Tutors have NC Teaching Certificate. Limited slots. 828-202-5593, info@teamnctutoring.org.
June 13 & 14
Annual Rodeo Weekend Fundraiser
When: June 13 & 14; 6pm
Where: Foothills Equestrian Nature Center; 3381 Hunting Country Rd., Tryon
More Info: Fundraiser supports Foothills Equestrian Nature Center (FENCE), a local non-profit. IPRA-sanctioned rodeo action including bull riding, saddle bronc, barrel racing, and more. Tickets: $15 (kids under 10 free). 828-859-9021 or info@fence.org.
June 13 & 14
Rutherford Stage presents "Night of 1,000 Stars
When: June 13 & 14; 7pm Friday; 3pm Saturday
Where: Foundation Performing Arts Center; 286 ICC Loop Rd., Spindale
More Info: Musical revue directed by Tyler Graeper will showcase Rutherford County's brightest stars. Tickets: http://foundationshows.org/night-of-stars/index.html
June 14
Juneteenth Celebration
When: June 14; 12-5pm
Where: Pavilion on Park Square (POPS); 153 Park Square, Forest City
More Info: Hosted by The Grahamtown Team. Music, dance, speakers, pop-up shops, food trucks, vendors, games for kids. Qualifying families can register to receive a food voucher to be used with food vendors while supplies last. 828-229-3380.
Cleveland County Arts Festival Art of Sound Festival
When: June 14; 11am-9pm
Where: Court Square in Uptown Shelby
More Info: Free festival by and for lovers of the arts and music, headlined by Emmy-nominated group Gangstagrass. Food truck available. Bring lawn chairs.
June 16
Summer Reading Kickoff Party
When: June 16; 10am-12pm
Where: POPS; 153 Park Square, Forest City
More Info: Little Blue Choo, games, prizes, splash pad, ice truck!
June 19
Juneteenth Celebration
When: June 19; 11am-6pm
Where: Kiwanis Park; 129 N. Main St., Rutherfordton
More Info: Juneteenth history, games for kids, entertainment for all, line dancing, gospel singing. Sponsored by Carolina Foothills Foundation, African American Heritage Museum, the Town of Rutherfordton and MLK Committee of New Hope. If interested in being a vendor call Doris 828-447-2674.
Free She Build Camp
When: June 19; 9am-3pm
Where: Isothermal Community College; 286 ICC Loop Rd., Spindale
More Info: In partnership with Women Roofers and Rutherford Housing Partnership; call Tricia 828-248343, ext. 105 for more info. Register: www.cognitoforms.com/rutherfordhousingpa.../shebuild
June 20
Free Movie Friday
When: June 20; 8pm
Where: Kiwanis Park; 129 N. Main St., Rutherfordton
More Info: Featuring 'Soul'.
June 21
Rutherfordton Kiwanis Club Annual Charity Auction
When: June 21; 9am
Where: Rutherfordton Public Works building; 230 N. Cleghorn St., Rutherfordton
June 27
Jackson Smith's 2025 Anniversary Concert
When: June 27; 6:30pm
Where: Crestview Baptist Church; 630 S Church St., Forest City
More Info: Jackson Smith, The Lawsons, and Pine Ridge Boys. Love offering will be received.
June 29
Purple Madness, the ultimate Prince tribute band, 803 Fresh and Rocky Yelton & the Hired Guns
When: June 29; 63pm
Where: Forest City Pavilion On Park Square (POPS); 153 Park Square Circle Forest City
July 24
Upcycled Fashion Show
When: July 24; 6pm
Where: County Library; 255 Callahan Koon Rd., Spindale
More Info: Registration opens June 10! Win prizes. Kids, tweens & teens invited. Register online at rutherfordcountylibrary.org/events.
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday!
Free clothes closet
When: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday,Saturday; 10am-4pm
Where: 18-30 US74 Bus., Ellenboro
More Info: Weather permitting. Self service! Please only take what you need, so we can keep the free clothes closet open. We also take any donations! Clothes, toys, books.
Tuesdays
Cancer Support Group
When: First Tuesday each month 5-6:30pm
Where: Rutherford County Senior Center
More Info: For cancer patients & survivors; informative topics, friendship and refreshments. RSVP 828-245-4956, option 1.
Rutherford County Woodworkers Club
When: Every Fourth Tuesday
Where: Rutherford County Annex, Rutherfordton
More Info: 919-696-6064
Open Arms Substance Abuse
When: Tuesdays 6-7pm
Where: Highland Apartments Activity Center; 171 Butler Rd., Forest City
More Info: Open to those with substance abuse, parents or guardians of children with substance abuse addictions. Rena: 828-305-1280.
Saturdays
Stitch by Stitch
When: First Saturday monthly, 12pm
Where: Rutherford County Library, Callahan Rd., Spindale
More Info: Ages 10 and up; cross-stitch, needle point and slow stitching
Thursdays
Rutherfordton Kiwanis Club Meeting
When: 6:30-7:30pm (except 5th Thursdays)
Where: Woodrow Jones Building, Rutherfordton
More Info: See "Kiwanis of Rutherfordton" on FaceBook. New members welcome and light dinner served. ruffkiwanis@gmail.com
Narcotics Anonymous meeting
When: Thursdays; 12:30-1:30pm
Where: Community Healing Recovery & Thriving Center; 648 Withrow Rd., Forest City
What: American Legion member of Post 74 Forest City, Post 423 Henrietta or Post 437 Chimney Rock: pay membership dues at www.legion.org. Join the American Legion, contact Jimmy 704-819-5862.
What: Learn more about the Civil War/Confederacy third Friday monthly at annex in Rutherfordton. 6:30pm refreshments. 7pm meeting. William Corbitt SCV camp welcomes you.
More Info: teddybear93_890@yahoo.com
Volunteer Opportunities
More Info: Rutherford County Habitat for Humanity's affordable homes are making a positive impact on many families in need. Come volunteer today and lay the foundation for a brighter tomorrow. Volunteers needed for construction, ReStore, Clothing Center, and more. 828-245-0716, www.rutherfordhfh.org, habitat.org
More Info: NC Guardian ad Litem Program trains & supervises child advocate volunteers to represent best interests of kids in court system. www.volunteerforgal.org, 828-288-6121.
More Info: CarePartners Hospice & Palliative Care is seeking volunteers. Variety of opportunities, including specialized respite support, socialization-companionship, assistance with errands, Veterans program & more. Volunteer roles are designed to support staff. 828-274-9567.
