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Rutherford Baseball Association Sign Ups
The Rutherford Baseball Association (RBA) is an adult baseball league in Rutherford County. If you've been itching to get back on the field, compete, and have some fun, now's your chance! Visit the Rutherford Baseball Association Facebook for details.
December 18
Old-Fashioned Cliffside Christmas
When: December 18; 4:30-8pm
Where: Old Main Street, Mooresboro
More Info: Santa, cocoa, cookies, lights, carols! Email cliffsideday@gmail.com with questions.
Handcrafted Holiday Market
When: December 18
Where: Tryon Arts & Crafts; 373 Harmon Field Rd., Tryon
More Info: https://tryonartsandcrafts.org/holiday/
December 20
Meowy Christmas From Santa Paws
When: December 20; 12-3pm
Where: Heart of the Foothills Animal Rescue; 380 U.S. 221 N, Rutherfordton
More Info: Snacks, adoptable pets and Santa Paws! Bring your family, including your pet, to take pictures with Santa. We're just asking for a donation in return. Donation requests: Monetary support, Aerosol Cheese, Dawn, Clorox Wipes, Paper Towels, Purina Puppy Wet/Dry Food, Purina Adult Dog Wet/Dry Food, Cat Litter, Milk Replacer for Puppies, Laundry Detergent/Dryer Sheets, Large Black/Kitchen Trash Bags, Hand Soap, Gallon ZipLoc Bags, Big Plastic Storage Totes.
Weekends December 5-21
Carriage Rides, Hayrides, Ice Skating, Santa Paws, Visit With Santa
When: Weekends December 5 through December 21
Where: Main Street, Forest City
More Info: For more information on holiday festivities and how to book your carriage ride reservations, visit exploreforestcity.com/christmas.
January 3
Be Your Best Self Day Camp
When: January 3; 10am until 1pm
Where: Dreamweavers Dance Studio; 163 E. Main St., Forest City
More Info: Hosting is Ava Garland, the 2026 Distinguished Young Woman of Rutherford County. This free event is open to girls in 1st-5th grade and is designed to inspire and empower them through dance, art, fitness, and friendship. To sign up visit https://www.facebook.com/distinguishedyoungwomenrutherfordcounty. For questions or more information email Renee at collinsrenee86@gmail.com.
January 9
Blood Drive
When: January 9; 1-5:30pm
Where: Bill's Creek Community Center; 198 Club House Rd., Lake Lure
More Info: For appointment call 1-800-733-2767.
May 2
Chase High School Class of 1976 - 50th Reunion
When: May 2;
More Info: Calling all 1976 graduates! Contact us so we can send you full event details! Reach out to Danny Dalton: 828-289-7786, tarheeltorando@gmail.com or Cynthia Morrow 828-429-4755, cynthiamorrow1@gmail.com.
Every Tuesday
Open Arms Substance Abuse
When: Tuesdays 6-7pm
Where: Highland Apartments Activity Center; 171 Butler Rd., Forest City
More Info: Open to those with substance abuse, parents or guardians of children with substance abuse addictions. Rena: 828-305-1280.
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 and refreshments. RSVP 828-245-4596, option 1.
Third Tuesday
Rutherfordton Kiwanis Club Meeting
When: 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6:00 PM
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.
Thursdays
BINGO - Disable 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: 6:30-7:30pm (except 5th Thursdays)
Where: Woodrow Jones Building, Rutherfordton
More Info: See "Kiwanis of Rutherfordton" on FaceBook. New members welcome and light dinner served. ruffkiwanis@gmail.com
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. Show your support by contacting me about joining the LT William Corbitt SCV camp. Meetings will begin again soon on the 2nd Thurs 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 and lay the foundation for a brighter tomorrow. Volunteers needed for construction, ReStore, Clothing Center, and 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 are 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 all Andy Griffith Fans! If you're a true fan, email: teddybear93_890@yahoo.com (put tagsrwc in the subject line). Looking to start a new chapter of the Andy Griffith rerun watchers club in Rutherford County. We can do activities such as have marathons, trivia, games, etc. It's free!
