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August 27
Rutherford County Visual Artists Guild Rooted in Art - 25 Years of Creativity Anniversary Dinner
When: August 27
Where: Rutherfordton Club House; 241 Club House Dr., Rutherfordton
More Info: Ticket Sales Close: Aug. 16. Reserve your spot: https://www.rcartguild.com/dinner-tickets
August 27
Community Senior Event
When: August 27; 11am-1:30pm
Where: Spindale House; Tanner Street, Spindale
More Info: The MLK Committee of New Hope invite Seniors (55 and older) to a Senior Healthy Workshop. Free event. Presentations from AARP, Blue Ridge Health and Healthy juices. Sponsors: MLK Committee of New and Carolina Foothills Foundation.
September 11
Town of Forest City 9/11 Memorial Ceremony
When: September 11; 10am-noon
Where: POPS; 153 Park Square, Forest City
More Info: Hosted by Forest City Fire Rescue and the Town of Forest City. Remembering the injured and those who lost their lives in the line of duty during the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. Emergency vehicle display, music, posting of colors, National Anthem, prayer and more.
September 15
Blood Drive
When: September 15; 1:30-6pm
Where: Gilkey School Community Center; 217 Gilkey School Rd., Rutherfordton
September 21 through October 7, 2026
Operation Carolina
When: September 21 through October 7
More Info: Operation Carolina is a 700-mile solo run across North Carolina, Murphy to the Outer Banks. It is roughly 40 miles a day for 17 straight days. Jonathan Milkovich, an Army veteran and the Executive Director of Operation WarriorFit, a 501(c)(3) in Fletcher is running it alone. The route comes through Rutherford County on Day 5, Friday, September 25. That day crosses over from Polk County into Rutherford County and runs through Rutherfordton, Spindale, and Forest City, then through Ellenboro. Day 6 picks up in Rutherford County the next morning, September 26, heading toward Cleveland County. Operation WarriorFit places donated race entries with vetted veterans, service members, and first responders for a flat $9.95 commitment fee. Anyone can come out and run, ruck, or walk a stretch of the route alongside Jonathan as he passes through the community. For more information email Contact.Us@Operationwarriorfit.org.
September 28
Car Show
When: September 28; 8am: sign-in, show 9am-3pm
Where: Cedar Grove Fellowship Church; 160 Toney Rd., Bostic
More Info: $30 per entry. Each entry gets a free t-shirt. 26 Trophies. Vendors wanted-$25- bring your own table. Also selling BBQ plates & Hot Dog plates, crafts, Christmas, fall, etc. Benefits the building fund. Sponsors needed for t-shirts. 828-245-7878 before August 31 to be a sponsor.
September 30
Celebrating 100 Years of the Lake Lure Dam
When: September 30; 11am
Where: Lake Lure Gazebo at Morse Park
More Info: Join the Town of Lake Lure as they commemorate the 100th anniversary of the completion of the Lake Lure Dam- a remarkable engineering achievement that has stood strong for a century, including its resilience through Hurricane Helene.
September 30-October 3
Celebration of the Arts
When: September 30-October 3
Where: The Guild; 160 North Main St., Ruthefordton
More Info: Includes: People's Choice Voting, Artists Reception (Oct. 2, 5-7pm), Awards (Oct. 3, 4-5pm). info@rcartguild.com
October 2
Chase Corner Ministries 50th Anniversary Celebration
When: October 3; 11am-5pm
Where: Chase Corner Ministries; 1604 Chase High Rd., Forest City
More Info: Singing, bouncy houses, food trucks, games and give away prizes. Bring a lawn chair. All of the community is invited to help celebrate!
SPONSORS NEEDED • October 15
Mosaic Hope's 2nd Annual Blue Jean Ball
When: October 15; 5:30-8:30pm
Where: Second Baptist Church; 191 Green St, Rutherfordton
More Info: An evening dedicated to supporting children, caregivers, and helping professionals impacted by foster care in Rutherford County. Featuring dinner, stories of impact, a silent auction, and opportunities to learn more about how Mosaic Hope is equipping and mobilizing our community to wrap around vulnerable children and families. Tickets & sponsorship packets available at www.mosaichope.org
Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday
Forest City Vip Lions Club
When: Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday; 6:30pm
Where: Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church; 397 Mt. Pleasant Church Rd., Forest City
More Info: Seeking volunteers or new members. We serve our community.
Every 2nd Tuesday
Lake Lure Lions Club
When: 2nd Tuesdays 6pm
Where: La Strada Restaurant; 2693 Memorial Hwy., Lake Lure
More Info: If you're interested & would like to attend a club meeting, contact club president John Kobland at jkobland@gmail.com.
First Tuesday
Rutherford Dementia Support Group
When: First Tuesday each month 5-6pm
Where: First United Methodist Church Forest City Fellowship Hall; 341 E. Main St., Forest City
More Info: Discuss topics related to Dementia. 828-395-0083.
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 & refreshments. RSVP 828-245-4596, option 1.
Third Tuesday
Amateur Radio Club
When: 3rd Tuesday; 7pm
Where: Rutherford County Administration Building; 289 N. Main St., Rutherfordton (Use the door on the left to enter the building.)
More Info: Isothermal Amateur Radio Club Amateur Radio Operators (Hams), GMRS, or any radio hobby enthusiast feel free to join us & explore the aspects of the radio hobby.
Fourth Tuesday
Rutherford County Woodworkers Club
When: Every Fourth Tuesday
Where: Rutherford County Annex, Rutherfordton
More Info: 919-696-6064.
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.
Third Tuesday
Rutherford Beekeepers Monthly Club Meeting
When: Third Tuesday; 6pm
Where: Cooperative Extension; 193 Callahan-Koon Rd., Spindale
More Info: Rutherford County Beekeepers' monthly meeting is for any beekeeper or anyone else wanting to connect, learn, and share about beekeeping. We serve the county as ambassadors for beekeeping.
Third Thursday
Coffee & Conversations for Veterans
When: Third Thursday monthly; 9:30-10:30am
Where: Rutherford County Veteran Services; 145 College Ave. Suite B, Rutherfordton
More Info: 828-287-6185.
Thursdays
BINGO - Disabled American Veterans Chapter 25
When: Thursdays 7-10pm
Where: Old Green Hill School; 2501 US 64/74A Hwy., Rutherfordton
More Info: Doors open 5:30pm. Early bird 7pm; regular program 7:30pm
Narcotics Anonymous meeting
When: Thursdays; 12:30-1:30pm
Where: Community Healing Recovery & Thriving Center; 648 Withrow Rd., Forest City
Rutherfordton Kiwanis Club Meeting
When: 6:30pm (except 5th Thursdays)
Where: Woodrow Jones Building, Main St., Rutherfordton
More Info: Join us to work for the benefit of the kids of Rutherford County
Learn more about the history of the Confederacy
Contact teddybear93_890@yahoo.com. We need new members interested in the history & will help preserve this history. Contact me about joining the LT William Corbitt SCV camp. Meetings 2nd Thursday night at the Annex in Rutherfordton
Saturdays
Community Flea Market
When: First Saturday monthly
Where: Gilkey Community Center; 217 Gilkey School Rd., Rutherfordton
More Info: Fundraiser for Gilkey Community Center building improvements. Joey 828-289-8828.
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
Every 2nd Saturday
Community Breakfast
When: Every Second Saturday monthly
Where: Gilkey Community Center; 217 Gilkey School Rd., Rutherfordton
More Info: Fundraiser for Gilkey Community Center building improvements. Joey 828-289-8828. All you can eat $10.
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 & lay the foundation for a brighter tomorrow. Volunteers needed for construction, ReStore, Clothing Center, & 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 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.
What: Calling Andy Griffith Fans! Email: teddybear93_890@yahoo.com (tagsrwc in subject line). Looking to start a new chapter of Andy Griffith rerun watchers club in Rutherford County!
