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April 30
Isothermal's Annual Graphic Design Portfolio Show
When: April 30 from 10am-6pm
Where: Isothermal Community College Rutherford Campus Student Center;286 ICC Loop Rd., Spindale
More Info: This free, public event highlights a range of creative projects including illustration, photography, computer graphics, fine art, and graphic design pieces developed throughout their studies.
May 1 & 2
Lake Lure Parrots and Pirates Music Festival
When: May 1; 5-9pm, May 2; 11:30am-8pm
Where: Lake Lure Beach
More Info: Rollickin' music, hearty grub, jolly good fun to aid the Foundation4LL/CR & Feed the Children program at Lake Lure Classical Academy. www.lakelureparrotsandpiratesmusicfestival.org. For those attending Friday's event, secure tickets by April 26 to accommodate catering arrangements. Tickets purchased after April 26 will be honored Saturday & Saturday walk-ins welcome. 21 & older.
May 2
Ellenboro Townwide Yard Sale
When: May 2; 7am-until
Where: Set up on Highway 74 and Depot Street, Ellenboro
More Info: No table fee. Do not block driveways or business access. Food Vendors must have prior approval. Rita: 828-429-2476 or Carole 828-447-6442. Sponsored by Ellenboro Woman's Club
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 3
The Symphony of Rutherford County presents A Tribute for America's 250th Anniversary
When: May 3; 3pm
Where: Foundation Performing Arts Center; 286 ICC Loop, Spindale
More Info: Will feature soloist Matthew Guffey on clarinet and the Rutherford County Community Choir. Adults $18-$22, Youth, free. 828-286-9990, foundationshows.org.
May 7
Foothills Conservancy documentary film screening- A Dream for the Future
When: May 7; 5:30pm
Where: One 13; 113 West Court St., Rutherfordton
More Info: An evening of community building and conservation! Enjoy a drink and a light snack together at 5:30pm, and screen our short documentary film, A Dream for the Future, at 6pm, followed by a Q&A with our staff. Thank you to Rutherford Outdoor Coalition for putting this event together! If you'd like to learn more about them, visit: https://rutherfordoutdoor.org/
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.
May 9
All You Can Eat Country Breakfast
When: May 9; 7-10am
Where: Gilkey Community Center; 217 Gilkey School Rd., Rutherfordton
More Info: $10. Fundraiser for Gilkey Community Center building improvements. Joey 828-289-8828.
Dive Bomber Vintage Car, Truck & Bike Show
When: May 9; 9am-until
Where: Old Ace Hardware; 126 Park Lane, Rutherfordton
More Info: Door prizes, oldies music, awards. Proceeds benefit Tunnel To Towers Foundation. Johnnie 828-429-7500.
May 11
Veterans Workshop
When: May 11; 10am-2pm
Where: Rutherford County Veteran Services; 145 College Ave. Suite B, Rutherfordton
More Info: Veteran's learn how to access your VA apps on your phone, smartwatch, tablet or laptop! Help with login.gov/ID.me. Bring your cellphone or smart devices, State issued I.D and/or valid VA ID Card. Please join us and bring your questions!
May 12
American Red Cross Blood Drive
When: May 12; 1:30-6pm
Where: Gilkey School Community Center; 217 Gilkey School Rd., Rutherfordton
More Info: 1-800-733-2767 or redcross.org, sponsor code "Gilkey"
May 15
Finally Fridays featuring Heart Breaker: a Tribute to Heart & Led Zeppelin
When: May 15; 7-10pm
Where: Forest City Pavilion On Park Square - POPS; 153 Park Square, Forest City
More Info: The event is free and open to the public. To view the FULL event lineup and details, visit forestcitypops.com.
May 16
Car Show
When: May 16; 10am-2pm
Where: Chesnee First Baptist Church; 211 S. Kentucky St., Chesnee
More Info: Awards, door prizes, music, food, drinks. CFBC Missons Ministry Fundraiser. Johnnie 828-429-7500.
May 21
Salute to a Small Town: An Evening with Scotty McCreery
When: May 21; 7pm
Where: Forest City Pavilion On Park Square - POPS; 153 Park Square, Forest City
More Info: Scotty's chart-topping hits and that signature deep voice you love. From "Five More Minutes" to "Cab in a Solo," get ready to sing along under the beautiful North Carolina sky! Also featuring Avery Roberson! Tickets: traditionlive.com.
May 22
Holes For Houses Charity Golf Tournament
When: May 22; 10am
Where: Cleghorn Golf Club; 183 Golf Circle, Rutherfordton
More Info: Event by Habitat for Humanity Rutherford County. Sign up by visiting www.cognitoforms.com/Rutherfo.../RCHFHGolfTournament
May 23
Memorial Day Celebration
When: May 23; fireworks show at 8pm
Where: On the beach at Lake Lure Inn & Spa; 2724 Memorial Hwy., Lake Lure
More Info: celebrate Memorial Day, the lake's long-awaited reopening, and being together again. Live music, beach games & family fun!
May 25
Memorial Day Ceremony
When: May 25; 11am
Where: Forest City Pavilion On Park Square - POPS; 153 Park Square, Forest City
More Info: Sponsored by the Marine Corp League.
May 29
5th Annual Kidsenses Fore the Kids Golf Classic
When: May 29; 8-8:50am breakfast, 9am tee
Where: Cleghorn Golf Club; 183 Golf Circle, Rutherfordton
More Info: Rain date June 5. Event benefits KidSenses Children's Museum & The Factory. kidsenses.org/golf or 828-286-2121.
Free Movie Friday
When: May 29; 8pm
Where: Forest City Pavilion On Park Square - POPS; 153 Park Square, Forest City
More Info: Grab your lawn chairs and join us for Lilo & Stitch (2025)! 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.
June 13
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
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.
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
Community Yard Sale/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
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!
