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Being Accepted Now
Forest City Kiwanis Club Citizen of the Year Award Nominations now being accepted
The award, given each year since 1935, recognizes individuals who demonstrate outstanding service, leadership & dedication to the community. Community members are encouraged to nominate deserving individuals who exemplify citizenship & who help make the community a better place to live & work. Nominations due July 3. Submit in paragraph form describing nominee's character, community involvement, leadership, and contributions to the community. Nominations can be mailed to Forest City Kiwanis Club PO Box 314 Forest City, NC 28043 or they can be given to any club member.
Thru July 25
Art Show
When: Thru July 25; Wednesday, Thursay, Saturday 11am-3pm, Friday 11am-7pm
Where: Rutherford County Visual Artists Guild; 160 N. Main St., Rutherfordton
More Info: "Textures", a collaborative art show by Bobby Pitts (ceramicist) and Tom Phelps (photographer). "Textures" exhibits pairings of photographs and pottery tied together by a dialogue that begins in color and finds an echo in texture: what is suggested on a flat surface becomes tangible in clay.
Registration opened June 1
Boys & Girls Clubs of Rutherford Registration
When: Registration opens June 1
Where: 376 Hudlow Rd., Forest City
More Info: A Safe, Supportive Place For Kids After School. Mon.-Fri. 2:30-6pm $35/wk, can be adjusted by income.
Homework Help, Fitness & Games, have fun & build team work. Grades 1-5. Acceptance in program based on lottery system. info@bgcrutherfordnc.org, 828-202-7171 or www.bgcrutherfordnc.org.
June 13
Juneteenth Community Celebration & Grahamtown Team Anniversary
When: June 13; noon-5pm
Where: Hardin Park; 389 Hardin Rd., Forest City
More Info: Basketball contest, games, bouncies, food trucks, entertainment, vendors. To sponsor or be a vendor call 828-229-3380.
Lake Lure Music Festival Event: Come back to Lake Lure Concert featuring The Po' Ramblin' Boys
When: June 13; 5pm
Where: Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure's Beach Pavilion
More Info: Opening Carley Arrowood & Daniel Thrailkill. LakeLureMusicFestival.com
MountainTrue 10th annual "BioBlitz" co-hosted by Conserving Carolina
When: June 13; 10am-5pm
Where: Laughing Waters Retreat; 3963 Gerton Hwy., Gerton
More Info: Participants will work alongside expert naturalists to document flora and fauna using the iNaturalist app. The day concludes with snacks, refreshments, and a chance to share findings with fellow explorers. Registration is free but required,visit mountaintrue.org.
Hopewell Hollis Ruritan Club Baked Potato & Salad Supper
When: June 13; 4-7pm
Where: Hopewell Hollis Ruritan Club; 2500 Hollis Rd., Ellenboro
More Info: $8. Kids 7 & under, free.
Rock'in At The Creek Music Festival - Celebrating Our Veterans
When: June 13; 3-11pm
Where: LJ Peaceful Acres Farm; 1445 Derby Dr., Shelby
More Info: Food, crafts, raffles, kid zone and more. Veterans $10; kids 10 & under free; others $20. 479-221-7915
June 15
Elder Abuse Awareness Event
When: June 15; 10am-noon
Where: Rutherford County Senior Center; 193 Callahan Koon Rd., Spindale
More Info: Presented by Rutherford County Department of Social Services & Senior Center Rutherford County. Learn the signs of Elder Abuse and Exploitation in order to protect yourself or those you love.
June 19
Annual Juneteenth Celebration
When: June 19; 10am-3pm
Where: Kiwanis Park; 129 N. Main St., Rutherfordton
More Info: The MLK Committee of New Hope invite all to attend! Food Market, Vendors, Music, and fun fellowship. Dress for outside park weather.
Blood Drive
When: June 19; 12-5:30pm
Where: First Baptist Church Forest City, Fellowship Hall; 211 W. Main St., Forest City
More Info: All presenting donors will receive a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice and be automatically entered to win 1 of 2 $7.5K gift cards! To make an appointment visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-733-2767
Blood Drive
When: June 19; 12-4:30pm
Where: Rutherfordton Presbyterian Church, Fellowship Hall; 252 N. Washington St., Rutherfordton
More Info: All presenting donors will receive a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice and be automatically entered to win 1 of 2 $7.5K gift cards! To make an appointment visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-733-2767
June 20
Hamburger/Hot Dog dinner
When: June 20; 4-7pm
Where: Piedmont-Pleasant Hill Community Clubhouse; 1761 Maple Creek Road, Rutherfordton
More Info: $8.
June 26
Free Movie Friday
When: June 26; 8pm
Where: Forest City Pavilion On Park Square - POPS; 153 Park Square, Forest City
More Info: Grab your lawn chairs and join us for Shrek! It's the perfect way to enjoy an 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.
June 27
Blood Drive
When: June 27; 9am-2pm
Where: Cliffside Baptist Church, Fellowship Hall; 220 Old Main St., Cliffside
More Info: All presenting donors will receive a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice and be automatically entered to win 1 of 2 $7.5K gift cards! To make an appointment visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-733-2767
July 4
The Big Day in Ellenboro
When: July 4; 9am-1pm
Where: Main Street, Ellenboro; Ellenboro Town Hall
More Info: Patriotic opening ceremony 9:30am; car show, vendors, The Golden Valley Crusaders concert 11am, free hot dogs, chips and drinks in the basement of the Town Hall.
America 250 Rutherford County One County. One Celebration. 250 Years
When: July 4; noon
Where: Isothermal Community College - Lake Imogene Campus Grounds
More Info: Rutherford County's official celebration of America's 250th Anniversary -- a once in a generation event bringing our communities together for one unforgettable night of patriotism, pride, and celebration. Massive countywide fireworks show with public viewing areas at Legacy Soccer Park and AJSA Jet Ski Races at the Lake Imogene Campus
August 1
County-wide Back to School Bash & Movement Fest
When: August 1; 10am to 2pm
Where: POPS- Pavilion on Park Square; 153 Park Square, Forest City
More Info: Partners include Grahamtown Team, Chase Youth Sports, Town of Forest City and others. Backpack giveaway, first come, first serve; games, health services, kids programs.
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
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!
