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April 6-30
Spring Litter Sweep
When: April 6-30
More Info: Sponsored by Keep Rutherford County Beautiful. Form a team: Rally neighbors, co-workers, or a team of any size. Pick your spot: Choose where your team wants to shine- parks, lots, roads or trails. Get your supplies: Vests, bags, gloves - we've got it covered! Report what you cleaned, and we can help remove the bags you collected. Sign up your team at https://www.keeprcncbeautiful.org/sign-up-for-a-sweep, email allie@rutherfordoutdoor.org, or call 828-289-3260.
April 9
Safe Kids Safety Event
When: April 9; 11am-3pm
Where: North Slope Skate Park & Pump Track; 164 Mill St., Spindale
More Info: Join Rutherford Outdoor Coalition and Safe Kids Rutherford Polk and learn all about bike safety. FREE bike helmets for elementary and middle schoolers who need one, while supplies last!
April 11
Annual Ruritan Hot Dog & Baked Beans Supper
When: April 11; 4-7pm
Where: 2500 Hollis Rd., Ellenboro
More Info: $10 per person. Under 7, free.
Purple Martin Fabulous 4 Miler
When: April 11; 8-10am
Where: Purple Martin Greenway at Kiwanis Park; 128 Green St., Rutherfordton
More Info: Out-and-back race. For America's 250th, finishers of the Purple Martin Fabulous 4 Miler will receive commemorative medals! Wear patriotic gear and you could win prizes for most patriotic dress! To register: https://runsignup.com/.../Ruth.../PurpleMartinFabulous4Miler. Registration ends April 10 and cost $30.
Forest City VIP Lions Club Spaghetti Dinner
When: April 11; 4-8pm
Where: Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church Fellowship Hall; 397 Mt. Pleasant Church Rd. Forest City
More Info: Donations appreciated and will go toward Forest City community outreach projects. Raffle tickets available: 1st: Handmade Corn Hole Boards, 2nd: Custom Bluetooth Speaker Mug and 3rd: Lion's Club Utility Broom.
The Greatest American Cleanup in Spindale
When: April 11; 10am
Where: ROC Office; 115 N Oak St., Spindale
More Info: Join us as we clean up the parks & trails. With enough volunteers, we hope to be able to clean up the Thermal Belt Rail Trail & the North Slope Skate Park. Trash bags, gloves, visibility vests & grabbers provided. Join us after for snacks, drinks, & your free Greatest American Cleanup t-shirt! Register at https://givebutter.com/gac-spindale or email allie@rutherfordoutdoor.org
UltiMutt Race at Tryon Resort
When: April 11; 9am-2pm
Where: Tryon Resort; 25 International Blvd., Mill Spring
More Info: 5k obstacle race & festival to challenge a dog & owner team, over 17+ obstacles. 10% race fees & 100% donations given to Greenville County Animal Care. Free admission, including family dog! Food/Beverage Trucks, Awards, Vendors- 20+ local shops, Photo Booths, Pup Caricatures. Also: Dogs & Drinks Mixer: April 10- 6pm- Silver Spoon Saloon. 9am-2pm: Mutts & Monsters Disc Dog Demos & Club Intro, 9am-2pm: NACC Canicross Harness/Gear Fittings. ultimuttrace.com.
April 15
Roadless Rule Roundtable
When: April 15; 6pm
Where: The Mule at Devil's Foot Beverage; 131 Sweeten Creek Rd., Asheville
More Info: Learn more & share your perspective about the affects the proposed rescission of the Roadless Rule - a landmark rule responsible for the protection of 59 million acres of national forest land. For more info or to register, visit https://mountaintrue.org/event/roadless-rule-community-roundtable-in-asheville-nc-4-15/. Public invited. roadless.org.
April 16 & 23
Nutrition Classes, "What's Eating You?" Fresh look at Food & Health
When: April 16 & April 23; 6:30-8pm
Where: Bill's Creek Community Center; 198 Club House Rd., Lake Lure
More Info: Crystal Redmon and school nurse at Lake Lure Classical Academy all lead the classes; door prizes.
April 18
Rutherford Nonprofit Collaborative Community Resource Fair
When: April 18; 12-7pm
Where: Isothermal Community College - Business Sciences Building Parking Lot; 286 ICC Loop Rd., Spindale
More Info: Music, food trucks, resources, giveaways! This event will bring together local organizations and community partners to share resources, services, and support with the community. 828-229-3380.
Community Yard Sale
When: April 18; 8am-noon
Where: Union Mills Community Development Club; 6097 Hudlow Rd., Union Mills
More Info: Indoor rain or shine. Breakfast biscuits, bake sale. Tables $10. Call 828-429-2446 to reserve a table.
Matthew Zeke Blanton Memorial Scholarship Golf Tournament
When: April 18; morning registration 8am, morning shotgun start 8:30am. Afternoon registration 1pm, afternoon shotgun start 1:30pm
Where: Forest City Municipal Golf Course; 211 Clay St,. Forest City
More Info: Supporting the Matthew Zeke Blanton Memorial Scholarship! Prizes, Closest to the Pin, 50/50 Putting Contest, Half & Half Raffle, Awards presented after each wave. To register call 828-748-7383 or email abennett_18@att.net.
Ruff'ton Roots plant sale
When: April 18; 10am-noon
Where: Ruff'ton Roots; 128 Hospital Dr., Rutherfordton
MLK Community Gospel Concert
When: April 18; 2-5pm
Where: Gold Hill Assembly Bldg.; 191 Academy St., Spindale
More Info: Sponsoring by MLK Committee. Proceed go to MLK Scholarship Fund. Featuring many Gospel Choirs from the community. If interest in being a part on the program as a gospel group, contact Doris at doris.crute@gmail.com. Public invited.
April 24
Free Movie Friday
When: April 24; 8pm
Where: Forest City Pavilion On Park Square - POPS; 153 Park Square, Forest City
More Info: Grab your lawn chairs and join us for Zootopia 2! It's the perfect way to enjoy a spring evening with friends and family. The event is free and open to the public. To view the FULL event lineup and details, visit forestcitypops.com.
April 25
Kiwanis Club of Rutherfordton 54th Annual Charity Auction
When: April 25
Kiwanis Club of Rutherfordton Is looking for auction items: If you have something to donate for our auction, email us at ruffkiwanis@gmail.com. Proceeds go to organizations that provide services and benefits for kids in our community. Items suggested: Lawn Mowers, Vehicles, Costume Jewelry, Power Hand Tools, Old Lunch Boxes, Pocket Knifes, Model Car Sets, Antique Hand Tools, Yard/Garden Tools, Antique/Special Pottery, Tractors, Coins, Antique Signs/Advertising, License Plates, NASCAR Memorabilia, Vintage Toys, Air Compressors, Guns and Ammo, Kitchen Counter Appliances, Special Flatware.
Reunion: FII, Celanese, Kosa
When: April 25; eat at 5:30pm
Where: Fisherman's Feast; 1215 E. Marion St., Shelby
More Info: Come early and socialize!
April 26
Celebrating the Lives & Families of Fred & Maggie McEntire
When: April 26; 3-5pm
Where: Gilkey Ruritan Club House; 115 Painters Gap Rd., Rutherfordton
More Info: The Hollow Collection- When Shingle Hollow was Home, featuring music from Dennis McEntire & the Slab Town String Band with lyrics by TA Price & music & arrangement by Dennis McEntire. Door prizes! Hear the sound of the clawhammer & box banjo. Stories, music, fellowship, tea, coffee & dessert.
May 2
Mountain Thunder Car Show
When: May 2; 9am-2pm
Where: McDowell Tech Universal Bldg., 634 College Dr., Marion
More Info: All proceeds benefit local charities. Trophies, music, food, door prizes, raffle, vendors & more. Steve 828-460-8873 or Janet 828-317-9563.
May 8
Second Annual Kiwanis Shoot sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Forest City
When: May 8; 3-7pm
Where: Cleghorn Golf Club; 183 Golf Circle, Rutherfordton
More Info: Funds raised are used to provide dictionaries to Rutherford County third graders, support the Aktion Club and more.
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.
Every Tuesday
Open Arms Substance Abuse
When: Tuesdays 6-7pm
Where: Highland Apartments Activity Center; 171 Butler Rd., Forest City
More Info: For those with substance abuse, parents or guardians of kids with substance abuse addictions. Rena: 828-305-1280.
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
Rutherfordton Kiwanis Club Meeting
When: 3rd Tuesday; 6pm
Where: Rutherford Regional Medical Center, 288 S. Ridgecrest Ave., Rutherfordton
More Info: Come join us and volunteer to serve your community.
Rutherford Beekeepers Monthly Club Meeting
When: Third Tuesday; 6pm
Where: Cooperative Extension Center; 193 Callahan-Koon Rd., beside Senior Center
More Info: Open to anyone interested in beekeeping.
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 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
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
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!
