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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
2026 Duck Dash Derby
When: May 22; 7pm
Where: Kiwanis Park, Rutherfordton
More Info: Fundraiser for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Purchase ducks for $5 at Town Hall. Play in Rutherfordton Parks before the race and you might find one of the Golden Ducks for a free entry to the race! Watch as your ducks race down Cleghorn Creek for a great cause! Movies in the Park: After the race, stick around for THE WILD ROBOT under the stars!
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.
Lake Lure Memorial Day Program
When: May 25; 9am
Where: Lake Lure Veterans Memorial; across from Lake Lure Beach
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 2
Harris High Alumni and friends meeting
When: June 2; 8:30am
Where: Denny's; 1493 US Hwy. 74-A bypass, Spindale
More Info: Join to us renew old friendships or create new ones! RSVP by June to Joan 828-245-2658 or gerjoj@aol.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!
