Community News 2/7/13-2/13/13


Community News 2/7/13-2/13/13
Chase Corner Ministries 
Half-price sale on all coats, jackets, and hoodies from now until Fri. March 1st. 1604 Chase High Rd., Forest City.
 
Music at the Mills 
Fri. Feb. 8, 7pm. Featuring: Appalachian Fire. Union Mills Learning Center; 6495 Hudlow Rd. Union Mills. 828-748-7956.
 
Chase FFA Alumni Meeting
Mon. Feb. 11, 7pm. Agriculture Department, Chase High School. Contact: chaseffaalumni@gmail.com 828-447-3134.
 
Rutherford Quilt Guild
Meeting on Feb. 11, 7pm at the First Baptist Church on Main St., Rutherfordton. Speaker: Jane Garrison. All visitors are welcome and members are encouraged to bring a friend. 828-288-3030.
 
Bechtler Documentary to be rebroadcast
Mark your calendars and spread the news that UNC-TV plans to rebroadcast “Gold Fever and The Bechtler Mint” on Fri. Feb. 15th, 9:30pm and Tues. Feb. 19th, 9:30pm.
 
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 Rescue Mission 
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. 
 
Support Group - 3rd Tuesday of Every Month
If you are caring for a loved one with a debilitating disease we offer resources, education, and support on your journey. Come spend an hour and relax, learn, and make friends with caregivers in the same situation. Call 828-375-0046 for more info or if you need a caregiver to sit with your loved one during the group meeting. Crestview Baptist Church; 630 South Church St., Forest City. 
 
Domestic Violence Education/Support Group
Women who are victims of domestic abuse, or who never want to become victims, are invited to a free Domestic Violence Education/Support Group, and will meet 2 hours each week. Contact Dr. Johnnie Martin @828-286-9590 or Sally Claroni @828-245-1390, Ext. 104 for time and location.  
 
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.
 
ICC classes starting in February
•Composting/VermiComposting •Computer Fundamentals I •Getting Paid to Talk •Intro to Sustainable Agriculture •Garnish By Design •Beginning Shagging •Sustainable Poultry •Beyond Tea:  Botanical Beverages •Computer Fundamentals II •Auto Dealers Cont. Ed. •Event Management for Non-Profits •Technology Tutoring •Expressive Watercolors •Real Estate Pre-Licensing •MAC Computers Fundamentals II. To register, or for more info, contact the Continuing Education Dept. at 828-286-3636, option 2, then option 1.
 
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.
 
Advance Care Planning
Sessions consist of a private consultation to understand the purpose and use of living wills and health care powers of attorney. Sessions are free. Call Joey Revis at Hospice of Rutherford County at 828-245-0095 to schedule an appt. or for more info.