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Saturday, March 9
What: Open House and Adoption Event
When: March 9, 10am-2pm
Where: RC Animal Control Facility, 578 Laurel Hill Drive, Rutherfordton
More Info: Free refreshments. Free raffle, anyone 18 years and older will receive a free ticket for attending. Come see all the positive changes that have been made and meet all the loving pets up for adoption. Do not bring any pets to the event.
What: Buffet Breakfast
When: March 9, 7-10am
Where: Gilkey School Community Center, 217 Gilkey School Road, Rutherfodton
More Info: Adults $6, kids 6-12 $3, kids 5 & under free. Proceeds help support the Community Center.
What: Country Ham and Chicken Pie Supper
When: March 9, 4:30-6:30pm
Where: Mt. Vernon Community Clubhouse, across from Mt. Vernon Ruth School, Hudlow Road.
More Info: Adults $10, kids 6-12 $4, kids 5 and under free.
Tuesday, March 12
What: Blood Drive
When: March 12, 2-6pm
Where: Gilkey School Community Center, 217 Gilkey School Rd, Rutherfordton
More Info: 1-800-RED CROSS to make an appt.
Wednesday, March 13
What: The 096 Prison Chaplaincy Committee will meet for its general business and Annual meeting
When: March 13, 7:30am, Commissioners Room.
Where: Rutherford County Annex, 289 North Main Street, Rutherfordton.
More Info: The Committee sponsors and supports Three Chaplains, religious services and inmate support at the County Jail and State minimum security prison on Ledbetter Road. All are invited to attend this meeting to learn more about our Ministry and perhaps become part of it.
Monday, March 18
What: Blood Drive
When: March 18, 12:30-5pm
Where: Lowe's 1788, 184 Lowes Blvd., Forest City
More Info: 1-800-REDCROSS to make an appt.
Wednesday, March 20
What: Pesticide Collection Day
When: March 20, 10am-2pm
Where: NC Cooperative Extension Center, 193 Callahan-Koon Rd., Ste. 164, Spindale.
More Info: 828-287-6010
Thursday, March 21
What: Spaghetti supper, $8
When: March 21, 5:30-6:45pm
Where: RS Central High Cafeteria
More Info: Proceeds help your Neighbor in Need in Rutherford County. Chase Corner Ministries, 828-247-0096
What: Blood Drive
When: March 21, 2-6:30pm
Where: Pleasant Grove UMC, 250 Hudlow Rd., Forest City
More Info: 1-800-RED CROSS to make an appt.
Friday, March 22
What: Blood Drive
When: March 22, 2:30-7pm
Where: Big Springs Baptist Church, 534 Big Springs Baptist Ch Rd, Ellenboro
More Info: 1-800-RED CROSS to make an appt.
Saturday, March 23
What: Rutherford County Democratic Party Annual Convention
When: March 23, 10am
Where: Democratic Headquarters, 142 West Main Street, Forest City
More Info: Registered Democrats welcome
Friday, March 29
What: Hospice Veteran Partnership Panel Discussion
When: March 29, 7-8pm (light refreshments)
Where: American Legion Post 48, 820 South Alabama St, Chesnee, SC
More Info: Hosted by Hospice of the Carolina Foothills and American Legion Post 48. Tracy Roberts at 864-457-9100 or troberts@hocf.org
Saturday, March 30
What: Spring Toy Run, Toys for Tots. Sponsored by US Marine Corps Reserve
When: March 30, registration 10am. 1st bike out 11:30am. $15 single rider, $20 double or new unwrapped toy.
Where: Forest City Church of the Nazarene, 728 Hardin Rd., Forest City
More Info: Drawings, Food Vendors, Live Music, Motorcycles, & Classic Cars. Classic cars, $5 entry fee with a $50 best in show. 828-447-9440.
ONGOING EVENTS
DAV, Chapter #25 Rutherford County: Meeting 2nd Monday monthly, Dinner 6pm, meeting follows. National Guard Armory, Withrow Rd, Forest City. Need new members to help us to be able to accomplish our mission of helping our veterans needing assistance. Question or concerns contact Rickey Barber SR, 828-460-8281.
Genealogy Club: Meets 2nd Tuesday monthly 3pm. Open to anyone interesting in climbing their family tree or learning more about ancestry. Mountains Branch Library, 150 Bill's Creek Rd, Lake Lure. 828-287-6392.
GWRRA NC CHAPTER NC P-2: Meets monthly 2nd Tuesday at The Shak Forest City. Meal 6:30pm, meeting 7:30pm. Anyone interested in motorcycles welcome, no matter the brand. Charlie Cook, 828-248-2754.
Book Club: Meets 2nd Monday monthly 10-11am at Mountains Branch Library, 150 Bill's Creek Road, Lake Lure. 828-287-6392.
Grahamtown Community Center: Monthly food give away every 2nd & 4th Thursdays monthly, 4-5pm. 129 First Street, Forest City. 828-229-3380.
Chase Corner Ministries: Looking to make a difference in your community? Volunteers needed. Mon.-Fri., 8:30am-2:30pm. www.facebook.com/foodpantrymobile or 828-247-0096.
Crime Stoppers of Rutherford County: Established for the purpose of obtaining info about criminal activity & fugitive felons. Have info about a crime? You don't have to reveal your name. Info could get you a cash reward. 828-286-8477.
Bingo in Green Hill at the American Legion Post 74. Doors open 6pm, Bingo 7pm. 2501 US 64/74A Hwy. Rutherfordton. 828-395-2223.
Are You Ok Phone Reassurance Program: Designed to check on senior citizens & help them have peace of mind. Provides a knowledge that someone cares & will check on them. No cost. Contact Lt. Godlock, 828-287-6395. Rutherford Co. Sheriff Office.
