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Hospice In Need of Items
Trash bags, laundry detergent, cleaning products dish detergent, Lysol spray, liquid hand soap, paper towels, Kleenex tissue, toilet tissue, etc. Info: 828-245-0095.
Grace of God Needed Items
Sectional plates, bowls, plastic forks & spoons, cups, napkins, paper towels, gallon canned foods, personal hygiene items, coffee, sugar & cleaning items. 828-245-9141.
Are You Ok Phone Reassurance Program
Designed to check on senior citizens & help them & their family have peace of mind. Program provides a knowledge that someone cares and will check on them daily. No cost for this program. Contact Lt. Godlock 828-287-6395, Rutherford Co. Sheriff Office.
Crime Stoppers of Rutherford County
Is a program established for the purpose of obtaining information about criminal activity & fugitive felons. Have information about a crime? Report is anonymously. You do not have to reveal your name. Your information could get you a cash reward. Crime Stoppers 828-286-8477.
The American Legion Post 423
Now have a charter for “Sons of American Legion”! Meets 1st Monday of every month at the Legion Building on Boss Moore Rd., Caroleen. Supper at 6pm, meeting at 7pm. Info: Johnny 828-657-6145.
The Military Order of Purple Heart
Is starting a chapter in the Forest City, NC area and is seeking all veterans of the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force and Coast Guard who has been combat wounded in America’s wars and have received the Purple Heart medal. For info or to join, write or call Peter Meletis; 1007 Briarcliff Rd., Mooresville, NC 28115, 704-664-7766 or write Bailey Gillespie; POB 365 Spindale, NC 28160.
Freedom from Smoking Class: Every Monday, 4pm-5pm at Rutherford Regional’s Cancer Resource Center. Info: 828-245-4596 or e-mail jamie.ingraham@rutherfordregional.com
Pink Ladies Support Group: First Monday of every month from 5pm-6:30pm at the Cancer Resource Center; for women who have been diagnosed with cancer. Info: 828-245-4596 or e-mail jamie.ingraham@rutherfordregional.com
Look Good, Feel Better: 2nd Monday of each month, 2pm at the Cancer Resource Center; specially-trained cosmetologists teach women techniques to cope with skin changes & hair loss as they undergo treatment for cancer; to pre-register 828-245-4596 or e-mail jamie.ingraham@rutherfordregional.com
Stroke Support Group: Third Tuesday of each month from 3:30pm-5pm in the Crawford Building (Auxiliary Room) at Rutherford Regional Medical Center. For more information, please call 828-286-5198.
Survivin’ Cancer Support Group: Third Monday of each month from 5pm-6pm at the Cancer Resource Center; for anyone who has heard the words “you have cancer” for more info, call 828-245-4596 or e-mail jamie.ingraham@rutherfordregional.com
Empty Shoe Boxes Needed
The Food Pantry in Forest City is collecting “EMPTY” but in good condition shoe boxes that will be used for the back pack program for Christmas. Also, any slightly used coats for all ages is greatly appreciated. Please drop off your shoe boxes and coats at the Food Panty located at the back of Tri-City Mall in the old Transit Damaged Freight building. Info: Pat Evans; 828-980-2654.
ICC Classes in November
•Beginning Guitar II •Disc Golf •Expressive Water Colors •Vehicle OBD II Inspection •Design Your Own Christmas Card •Technology Tutoring •Electrical Contractor CEU • Indian Medicine Wheel •Computer Fundamentals II •Notary Public •NC Concealed Carry Handgun •Accounting & Budgeting for Non-Profits •Mindset & Moves (self-defense). To register/info, 828-286-3636, option 2, then option 1.
Local Events
Low Cost Spay/Neuter for your Pets: Wed. Nov. 7 & Nov 21, call 828-287-7738 for an appointment, Community Pet Center. Proceeds goes to spay/neuter programs for CPC.
Blood Drives
•Wed. Nov. 14, Hickory Nut Gorge Community held at Lake Lure Fire Dept. (Memorial Hwy; Lake Lure), 10am-2:30pm, call 828-625-0767 to schedule your appt. •Mon. Nov. 19, American Red Cross Rutherford held at Fathers Vineyard (724 Oakland Road; Forest City), 1pm-5pm. Please go to: www.redcrossblood.org enter keyword RUTHERFORD to schedule your appt.
5k Trail Run
South of the Mountain Trail Run Sat. Nov. 3, with rolling hills, wooded trails, and the grassy shoreline along a lake. Proceeds benefit the ministry of South Mountain Christian Camp. Details at www.SouthMountainChristianCamp.org/TrailRun.
PROMISE
A grief support group for parents who have lost an adult child. The next meeting will take place at Hospice of Rutherford County on November 5th, 10am. 828-245-0095 to register or for more info.
Yokefellow Service Center, Inc.
Half-price sale from November 5-10, 10am-5pm. For all the latest Yokefellow news, see our Facebook page. 132 Blanton St. Spindale.
GRACE Support Group: Nov. 6, 4-5:30pm at Rutherford Life Care. Meetings are for anyone in the community caring for a loved one with a long term illness. Free adult care is provided if reserved. Please call Pat Keeter at 828-245-0095 for more info.
HOPE Grief Support Group through Hospice of Rutherford County will take place on Nov. 6, 6pm. This is a free support group for any adult who has lost a loved one. 828-245-0095 to register or for more info.
Pastor/Pastor & Spouse Fashion Show
The Community Empowerment Project will hold its 1st Annual Fashion Show on Sat. Nov. 10, 6pm at the Old Dunbar Community Center; 421 Hardin Rd. Forest City. Proceeds benefit the Community Center and The Paul L. Dunbar Education Museum. Info or to have your church dance team or gospel choir participate please call Stanley 828-247-4142 ext. 7.
KidSenses Children’s Museum
8th Annual Gala, Sat. Nov. 10th, 7pm. The event will feature 80’s music, a live and silent auction, 80’s themed laser show, libations from Sons of Liberty Tavern and an array of heavy hors d’oeuvres from regional restaurants. Prizes will be awarded for the best 80’s attire. Call 828-286-2120 to purchase tickets and sponsorships. Info: Jessica Moss, at 828-286-2120 or jessica@kidsenses.com
All you can eat Spaghetti
Sat. Nov. 3, 4:30pm-7pm at Mt. Vernon Clubhouse. Support Mt. Vernon Community Club.
Veteran’s Day Program
The volunteers of the Mary B. Mullen Bible Camp, INC. invite all veterans and friends of veterans to join us in an Appreciation Day Celebration Sat. Nov. 10, 10am meet & greet, 12pm lunch, 1:30pm honoring Veterans & gospel program. 1900 Freemantown Road, Lake Lure, NC 28746. 828-625-8588.
Veterans Day Community Celebration
Please join us in honoring all the men and women who have served our country at Hospice of Rutherford County’s Veterans Day Community Celebration. Nov. 12, 10am-12pm at the Carolina Event & Conference Center. Please call Hospice at 828-245-0095 to RSVP by November 2.
