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Sons of Confederate Veterans
Rutherford Rifles Camp 2044, HQ 4720 US Hwy. 64/74A W. Rutherfordton, NC 28139. Meetings 2nd Thursday, 6pm. Info; 828-429-6580.
19th Annual BBQ Supper
Sat. April 30, 4-8pm at Hopewell Hollis Community Clubhouse. Sponsored by Ruritan Club. Adults $9, kids $5 (6-12)
RHP Gears & Gables
1 day ride around the county featuring rides of 30 mi., 65 mi., 102 mi., & its original route of 127 mi. Sat. May 7, 8am. $45. Beginning & ending at First Baptist Ch., Rutherfordton, 246 N. Main St. (Hwy 221). Proceeds benefit Rutherford Housing Partnership, a local nonprofit providing urgently needed repairs to improve the health & safety of qualified low-income homeowners in Rutherford County. www.rutherfordhousingpartnership.com or call 828-248-3431.
Mental Illness
Family-to-Family Support Group 3rd Thursday monthly, 6:30-8PM. United Way of Rutherford County, Withrow Rd. Forest City.
Education Forum
4th Tuesday monthly, 7:15PM in dining room at Henderson Care Center, 125 Henderson Circle, Forest City.
Union Mills Learning Center
Yard Sale/Swap meet Sat. April 30, 8am until, rain or shine. Bring your stuff to sell or donate it to the Union Mills Learning Center. Table available for use. Info; 828-287-2545. Union Mills Learning Center; 6495 Hudlow Rd. Union Mills.
Autism Awareness Month
Recognized by HomeCare Management Corporation, Fri. April 29. Stop by our office at 627 Withrow Rd., Forest City between 2-4 pm for snacks & speak to a qualified representative about our exciting new direction in supporting people with Autism.
Diabetic Awareness Day
Sponsored by Lake Lure Lions Club Fri. May 13th, 10am-2pm at the Lake Lure Town Hall. Diabetic screening available.
Lake Lure Lions Club
24th Annual Golf Tournament Fri. May 6, 8:30am at Apple Valley Golf Course in Lake Lure. Entry fee: $75/player. Deadline: May 4, 5pm. 828-625-0793, 828-694-2888 or 828-694-3042. Proceeds help the blind, visually impaired, deaf & handicapped in this area.
FREE Skin Cancer Screening
Thurs. May 5, 3-6pm at Cancer Resource Center (next to Belk, Tri City Mall). Please call 828-245-4596 to register.
Bingo at the VFW
Every Thursday night at 6PM. Refreshments & food are available for purchase. The top prize for the last game is $500. Proceeds from bingo benefit veterans in the surrounding communities. Withrow Rd., Forest City.
Free Pet Food
Grettas Wish pet food bank will be giving out free pet food Sat. April 30, 12pm. Location: Grand View Campground on Hwy. 226. You must bring a bag, box or container to put food in along with proof of government or state assistance. First come basis, rain or shine. Info: Mary 704-538-3901.
Antique Automobile Club of America
Thurs., April 28; 6:30pm, Little Detroit Chapter Monthly Meeting will be held at Forest City Diner: E. Main St. Forest City. Visitors welcome! Info: Ernie 828-288-2967.
Hospice In Need of Items
Trash bags, laundry & dish detergent, cleaning products, Lysol, liquid hand soap, paper towels, Kleenex, 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.
Substance Abuse Meeting
Christian 12 step Open Arms support meeting Wednesdays 12:30-1:30pm @ Community Empowerment Building; 129 First St. Forest City. 828-305-1280.
Blood Drives
•Fri. May 6, 2-6pm; Development Club & Lady’s Club of Union Mills, Betsy Ross 4-H (Union Mills) Contact Ginger at 828-286-7692 for appt. •Wed., May 11, 11am-3:30pm; Rutherford County Government (Rutherfordton) Contact Debra at 828-287-6061 for appt. •Mon. May 16, 2-6:30pm; American Red Cross Chapter (Forest City)Contact Dale at 828-287-5916 for appt. •Mon. May 16, 3-7pm; Spindale United Methodist Church. Contact Jim at 828-286-2281 for appt.
Are You Ok Phone Reassurance Program
Designed to check on senior citizens & help them have peace of mind. Program provides a knowledge that someone cares & will check on them. No cost. Contact Lt. Godlock 828-287-6395, Rutherford Co. Sheriff Office.
Crime Stoppers of Rutherford County
Program established for the purpose of obtaining information about criminal activity & fugitive felons. Have info about a crime? Report anonymously. Don’t have to reveal your name. Info could get you a cash reward. Crime Stoppers 828-286-8477 (Tips)
Classes: Red Cross Chapter House
Lifeguard Training April 26-29, 8:30am-4:30pm. Register at ICC & purchase class materials at the Red Cross. Classes must be paid in advance. Info: 828-287-5916.
Music at the Mills
Bluegrass & more every Friday night, 7pm. Admission $5. Proceeds keep the building open for the community use. Hot Dog Supper Fri. April 22, 6PM. Union Mills Learning Ctr; 6495 Hudlow Rd., Union Mills. 828-287-2545.
Rutherford Business Expo 2011
Fri. May 13, 10am-2pm at Carolina Event & Conference Ctr, Forest City. Expo will feature over 30 exhibits, prizes, breakout sessions, net working, showcase your services or products. Exhibitor info: 828-289-8038. FREE. Sponsored by Rotary Club of Rutherford County.
