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Thru February 28

NC Cooperative Extension Rutherford County Hurricane Relief Donation Drive for Kitchen Kits

When: February 28; 4pm

Where: Drop off items at 193 Callahan Koon Rd., Spindale

More Info: Needed: dish cloths/towels, pot holders, measuring spoons/cups, whisk, spatulas, can opener, strainer, knife set with covers. Kits distributed to those who've lost their homes, kitchens, or essential kitchen items due to Hurricane Helene. If you are still in temporary housing due to flood damage or loss, and are in need of kitchen items email sjledfor@ncsu.edu. 828-287-6010.

Hurricane Helene related repair applications open

More Info: Rutherford Housing Partnership accepting applications for Hurricane Helene related repairs. 828-248-3431, etx. 100 or rutherfordhousingpartnership.org

Register Through February 17

Rutherfordton Little League Online Registration Open

When: Through February 17

Where: In-Person registration at Woodrow Jones Building; 146 North Main St., Rutherfordton

More Info: Ages 4-16. Register in person February 9; 1-4pm. Registration closes Feb. 17. www.rutherfordtonlittleleague.org

February 6-March 13

Treasures of the Earth Pottery Show

When: Feb. 6-March 13; Mon-Fri 9am-4pm, Sat 10am-2pm

Where: Cleveland County Arts Council; 111 S. Washington St., Shelby

More Info: Over 24 potters on exhibit. 704-484-2787 or info@ccartscouncil.org.

February 14

Valentine's Day Carriage Rides

When: February 14

Where: Main Street, Forest City

More Info: Private horse-drawn carriage rides, $50 per carriage. exploreforestcity.com

Career Fair

When: February 14; 12:30-3pm

Where: Chase Middle School; 840 Chase High Road, Forest City

More Info: The Career Fair will provide students with a unique opportunity to explore various career paths, interact with professionals from diverse fields, and gain valuable insights into their future possibilities.

February 15

Hopewell-Hollis Ruritan Club Spaghetti Dinner

When: February 15; 4-7pm

Where: Hopewell-Hollis Ruritan Clubhouse; 2500 Hollis Rd., Ellenboro

More Info: $10.

February 15

Rutherfordton little league softball camp

When: February 15; 1-4:30pm

Where: Crestview Park, Rutherfordton

More Info: Ages 6-16. www.rutherfordtonlittleleague.org

February 18

KinderPALOOZA 2025

When: February 18; 4-6:30pm

Where: Isothermal Community College Foundation

More Info: Bring your little ones for an exciting evening of fun and learning as we help them get ready for kindergarten! Games, activities, resources, and all the tools you need to help your child thrive.

Black History Legacy Luncheon

When: February 18; 11am to 1pm

Where: Grahamtown Community Center; 129 First St., Forest City

More Info: 828-229-3380. www.grahamtownteam.org

Warm Clothing Distribution

When: February 18; 11am to 1pm

Where: Cliffside Baptist Church

More Info: Free glucose, blood pressure and other screenings.

February 19

Free Health and Wellness Fair

When: February 19; noon-2pm

Where: Gardner-Webb University; Tucker Student Center, Boiling Springs

More Info: Open to students, staff, faculty, and community. Over 30 local businesses & organizations will participate. barnold@gardner-webb.edu.

February 21

Teen craft: pressed flower votive holder

When: February 21; 4:30pm

Where: Mountains Branch Library

More Info: Teens 13-18. Registration required. 828-287-6115 or www.rutherfordcountylibrary.org/events-calendar.

February 22

RoCo Bridal Showcase

When: February 22; 1:30-3:30pm

Where: One 13; 113 W. Court St., Rutherfordton

More Info: Free admission. Wedding vendors, prizes, giveaways, samples, discounts. 704-214-9799.

Heart and Sole Trail Race

When: February 22; Registration opens at 8:30, chip timing - start once you are checked in.

Where: Broad River Greenway; Boiling Springs

More Info: 2 courses: 5K or 10-mile. All experience levels welcome. Proceeds benefit Broad River Greenway. Register: https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/Shelby/BroadRiverGreenwayHeartAndSoleMK to secure your spot and claim your commemorative Heart & Sole Trail Race t-shirt! Early bird pricing ends February 10, 2025 with on-site registration race day. www.broadrivergreenway.com.

February 23

Lake Lure/Chimney Rock Relief Motorcycle Ride

When: February 23; 2pm

Where: Meet at Lastrada; 2693 Memorial Hwy., Lake Lure

More Info: All cash donations go to Hickory Nut Gorge Outreach.

February 23-24

Tryon Little Theater Four Old Broads auditions

When: February 23, 3-5pm • February 24, 7-10pm

Where: Sunnydale; 334 S. Trade St., Tryon

More Info: Play: May 1-4, May 8-11 at the Tryon Little Theater Workshop in Tryon. Jim: macbeth55@gmail.com.

March 1

Polar Plunge for Special Olympics

When: March 1; 10am registration; 11am Plunge event; 11:30am opening ceremony

Where: McNair Field Parking Lot, Forest City

More Info: Fundraising event for Special Olympics of Rutherford County. Public invited to participate and attend.

March 8

Hopewell-Hollis Ruritan Club Soup & Salad Dinner

When: March 8; 4-7pm

Where: Hopewell-Hollis Ruritan Clubhouse; 2500 Hollis Rd., Ellenboro

More Info: $8.

Classical Guitar Music featuring Alec Holcomb

When: March 8; Doors open: 5pm; concert:5:30pm

Where: The Gardens in Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure

More Info: lakeluremusicalfesetival.com

March 27

Free Community North Carolina Symphony Concert

When: March 27; 7pm

Where: Foundation Performing Arts Center at Isothermal Community College, Spindale

More Info: Concert is free, but tickets are required. Reserve your free tickets by calling 877-627-6724. Music of Mozart and more!

March 28

Our Night for Their Fight 'Prom'

When: March 28; 6-11pm

Where: One 13; 113 W. Court St., Rutherfordton

More Info: All proceeds benefit the Rutherford County Firefighters Burned Children Fund, Inc. Entertainment, DJ, refreshments.

May 3

Hopewell-Hollis Ruritan Club BBQ Dinner

When: May 3; 4-7pm

Where: Hopewell-Hollis Ruritan Clubhouse; 2500 Hollis Rd., Ellenboro

More Info: $12.

March 8

Tim Laughlin with the Symphony of Rutherford County

When: March 8; 7:30pm

Where: Foundation Performing Arts Center at Isothermal Community College, Spindale

More Info: This concert will feature Tim playing two of his compositions with the orchestra, followed by a long set with two of his original band mates and several local professional musicians.

April 10

Spring Games: Special Olympics Rutherford County

When: April 10; 9am to 12pm

Where: R-S Central High School

More Info: Volunteers are needed. Rain date: April 24.

April 27

Symphony of Rutherford County Spring Concert

When: April 27; 3pm

Where: Foundation Performing Arts Center, Isothermal Community College; Spindale

May 2

Forest City Kiwanis Club Kiwanis Shoot

When: May 2

Where: Cleghorn Gun Club; Rutherfordton

More Info: $150/person and includes 100 clays. Breakfast, prizes, 50/50 raffle. Sponsor opportunities. Matt 828-919-2442.

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.

Ongoing

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.

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.

Coffee and Conversation

When: 9:30-10:30am

Where: Rutherford County Veterans Office; 303 Fairground Rd., Spindale

More Info: Open to Rutherford County Veterans.

Symphony Rehearsal

When: Saturdays; 10am-12pm

Where: First Presbyterian Church, 438 W. Main St., Forest City

More Info: All ages & experience levels welcome. Symphony of Rutherford County on social media.

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

Rutherford County Woodworkers Club

When: Every Fourth Tuesday

Where: Rutherford County Annex, Rutherfordton

More Info: 919-696-6064

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

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.

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