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Helmet Raffle for Cliffside Firefighter
More Info: Cliffside Fire & Rescue is holding a raffle for a brand new Cairns Leather N5A fire Helmet to support Cliffside Fire & Rescue Firefighter Gene Gordon who is currently battling cancer. Gene has dedicated 45 years of service to protecting our community. Raffle tickets $10 each. Prize- Cairns N5A New Yorker Leather Helmet. Drawing Date: TBD - Once tickets are sold out. All proceeds go directly to help with medical expenses and support his family during this difficult time. Call Caleb Upton at 828-429-4009.
August 7
Back to School Lunchbox Drive
When: August 7; 3-6pm
Where: Spindale House; 119 Tanner St., Spindale
August 8
Golf Tournament
When: August 8; registration 1pm, shotgun start 2pm
Where: Meadowbrook Golf Club; 1211 Meadowbrook Rd., Rutherfordton
More Info: Proceeds support the Carver Alumni Scholarship Fund. Sponsors needed: 864-787-2206.
Free Movie Friday
When: August 8; 8pm
Where: Kiwanis Park; 129 N. Main St., Rutherfordton
More Info: Featuring 'Legend of Ochi'
August 15
Hot Nights Cool Rides Friday Kick Off Cruise In & Concert
When: August 15; 6-9:30pm
Where: Historic Main Street, Forest City & POPS; 153 Park Square, Forest City
More Info: Free concert featuring Ocean Blvd Band at POPS, cruise in (cruise in cars are park around Rutherford County Farmers Market), concessions, register your car for Saturday's Car Show 2-8pm at Main Street Meetings, 108 E. Main St., Town of Forest City ($30 per ca).
August 16
33rd Annual Hot Nights Cool Rides Forest City Car Show
When: August 16; 9am-8pm
Where: Historic Main Street, Forest City
More Info: "Pit Road/Vendor Alley" inside POPS featuring art & craft vendors, home-based businesses, and community organizations. Visit: www.townofforestcity.com
August 22
Free Movie Friday
When: July 22; 8pm
Where: POPS- 153 Park Square, Forest City
More Info: Join us at dusk for Shrek on the big screen.
August 23
Broad River Litter Sweep
When: August 23; 9am
Where: River Creek Campground to River Rd Access
More Info: Cleaning sections 2 & 3, from River Creek Campground to River Road access. Water-based clean-up on 8 mile stretch that's narrow & rocky with a few Class I & II rapids! Bring lunch, snacks, sunscreen, water. Some paddling experience required. Bring own boat, paddle, lifejacket (PFD), or call 828-289-3260 or email krcb@rutherfordoutdoor.org to borrow gear. Litter sweep materials, including trash bags, gloves, trash grabbers provided by ROC.
South Mountain Tractor Show
When: August 23; 9am-3pm
Where: South Mountain Christian Camp; 1129 South Mountain Rd., Bostic
More Info: Free admission, no entry fees. 50/50 raffle. prize giveaway, awards. SouthMountainChristianCamp.org
August 24
Ellenboro Community Restoration Association annual meeting
When: August 24; 2pm
Where: Philadelphia Meeting House (former Philadelphia Primitive Baptist Church); 201 Philadelphia Church Rd., Ellenboro
More Info: Board of Directors will update public on special events and activities conducted by ECRA during the past year and elect Board of Director members. Refreshments served following meeting. Public invited. Contact Carole: 828-447-6442.
August 29-31
Earl Scruggs Music Festival
When: August 29-31;
Where: Tryon International Equestrian Center; 25 International Boulevard, Mill Spring
More Info: Featuring: Alison Krauss & Union Station Ft. Jerry Douglas, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Del McCoury Band, Tony Trischka's EarlJam, Sam Bush, The Wood Brothers, Watchhouse, The War And Treaty, and so many more. earlscruggsmusicfest.com/tickets
September 18
R-S Central High School 100th Birthday Celebration Documentary
When: September 18; reception/social 5:30-7pm, Centennial Documentary Film 7pm
Where: R-S Central High School; 641 US-221 Hwy., Rutherfordton
More Info: Centennial history books, DVDs, Christmas ornaments, etc. will be sold during the event.
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.
Every Tuesday
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.
First Tuesday
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 828-245-4596, option 1.
Third Tuesday
Rutherfordton Lions Club
When: 3rd Tuesday of the month- 6:30pm
Where: Don's Italian Restaurant; 619 Oakland Rd., Spindale
More Info: Come join us to volunteer to serve your community.
Fourth Tuesday
Rutherford County Woodworkers Club
When: Every Fourth Tuesday
Where: Rutherford County Annex, Rutherfordton
More Info: 919-696-6064 .
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
Second Thursday
Coffee for Veterans
When: Second Thursday of the month at 10am
Where: Fairfield Mountains Chapel; 1384 Buffalo Creek Rd., Lake Lure
More Info: All veterans welcome for free coffee, refreshments, and camaraderie.
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
Fridays
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.
Miscellaneous
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.
