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Rutherford County Farmers Market
Now Open: Tues., 7am-12pm, Thurs., 1-6pm & Sat., 8am-12pm. Variety of spring produce, crafts, baked goods, herbs and assorted plants. 1630 US 74A Byp. Hwy. Across from White Oaks Plaza.
Music at the Mills
Fri. May 3, 7PM. Supper 6pm. Featuring: Bluegrass Mix. Free Admission. Union Mills Learning Center; 6495 Hudlow Rd. Union Mills.
Book Sale
Rutherford Electric Membership Corporation book sale in the lobby of their office. 186 Hudlow Rd., Forest City. Proceeds benefit the ACS Relay for Life. Hardbacks $2 & paperbacks $1. Mon- Fri., 8am-5pm. Info: Karen 828-245-1621, ext. 412.
ICC Classes in May
•Yoga •Vehicle Escort Certification •Vehicle OBD II Emissions •Disc Golf •Zumba •Concealed Carry Handgun Class. To register, or for more info, call the Continuing Education Dept. 828-286-3636, option 2, then option 1.
Fundraiser for MS
Equestrians for the Cure 5th Annual Trail Ride and BBQ lunch to raise money for Multiple Sclerosis Research Sat. May 4, at Hollis. Register early to receive a T-shirt by calling Jenene at 704-418-2664, 704-692-5695 or 704-481-5800. Only $30 to participate and money goes to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Non-riders lunch $8. Rain date May 11th. Check us out facebook: www.facebook.com/equestriansforthecure
Ellenboro’s 6th Annual Town-Wide Yard Sale
Sat. May 4, 7am until. You may sell in your own yard or set up a table along Depot St., (Depot St., will not be closed, so do not block road). The Woman’s Club will have breakfast biscuits, brownies, cakes, soft drinks & coffee for sale. Sponsored by the Ellenboro Woman’s Club. Info: 828-453-7414.
Upcoming Blood Drives
•Wed. May 8, 11am-3:30pm at Rutherford County Building; 289 N Main St., Rutherfordton. Call Debra at 828-287-6061 for appt. •Sat. May 11, 7:30am-12pm at Cliffside Masonic Lodge; Old Main St., Cliffside. Call Wayne at 828-429-0212 for appt. •Mon. May 13, 1pm- 5:30pm at Lowe’s; 184 Lowe’s Boulevard, Forest City. Call 1-800-733-2767 for appt. •Wed. May 22, 3pm-7:30pm at Concord Baptist Church; 720 Old Hwy 74, Bostic. Call Kim at 828-245-6130 for appt.
Yard Sale
Sat. May 4, 7:30am-12pm at Bethlehem Methodist Church; 253 School Rd., Mill Spring. Lots of items, no clothes. Canceled if raining.
Family & Friends Night
Mon. May 6, 6pm. Join us for light refreshments & give aways. Learn about: Diabetes Education & Awareness. Speaker: Bonnie Gandy, RN, BSN, BA, CRNI Consultant Nurse for OmniCare Pharmacy. Learn & ask questions about Diabetes of every age, the effects of Diabetes, common myths, signs & symptoms, prevention & treatment. Oak Grove Health Care: 518 Old US Hwy. 221, Rutherfordton. Info: 828-287-7655.
Yokefellow Service Center, Inc.
Storewide Half Price Sale Mon. May 6-Sat. May 11, 10am-5pm. Also, Homeschool Book Sale during the half price sale. Teaching materials from kindergarten through college will be available. Offering: curriculum, reading materials, reference materials, educational games/toys, teacher materials, and much more. 132 Blanton St., Spindale.
Rutherfordton Lions Club
Ninth Annual Golf Tournament Wed. May 8 at Meadowbrook Golf Course. Proceeds support visually impaired citizens in Rutherford Co. On Par 3 holes we will be offering the following prizes for a Hole-in-one: new auto from McCurry Deck and a 3 day cruise. 312 Plantation Dr. Rutherfordton. Info: 828-287-2308.
Tractor Show
12th Annual Bill’s Creek Antique Tractor & Engine Show May 10th & 11th. Sponsored by Bill’s Creek VFD, 104 Landmark Dr., Bill’s Creek Rd., Lake Lure. Free Admission -- Concessions Available. All proceeds go to the Bills Creek VFD. Trophies Awarded Sat., May 11, 3pm. 828-625-4720.
Breakfast/Bake/Yard Sale
Fundraiser Sat. May 11, 8am-11:30am at Mt. Vernon Club House. Breakfast - $5. Raffle for Pottery by Rachel Stevens. Proceeds for new roof on Mt. Hebron United Methodist Church Picnic Shelter.
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 and will check on them daily. No cost for this program. Contact Lt. Godlock 828-287-6395, Rutherford Co. Sheriff Office.
Festival
Sat., May 18 – Spring-Go Fest at Chimney Rock Village. The Day-long Festival will kick off with a Parade down Main St. and a Pancake Breakfast at the town’s Fire House. Fire trucks from all around the area will roll down Main Street for this old fashioned mountain parade, as well as everything from floats to kids on bikes. Cow Pie Bingo will return to the festival this year along with music, craft booths, and plenty of eats at the town’s Gathering Place and throughout the village.
Community Empowerment Project
Paul L. Dunbar Elementary School Alumni & Heritage Banquet Sat. May 18, 4pm. Reception 8-10pm. Banquet $25, class table $135 (party of 6) reception free with banquet ticket, otherwise $10. Info & RSVP call: 828-247-4142 ext. 7, before May 10. Proceeds to benefit building improvements. Old Dunbar Community Center; 421 Hardin Rd., Forest City.
Crime Stoppers of Rutherford County: Program established for the purpose of obtaining info about criminal activity & fugitive felons. Have info about crime? Report is anonymously. Info could get you a cash reward. Crime Stoppers 828-286-8477.
Advance Care Planning: Sessions consist of a private consult 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 appointment or for more info.
Support Group - 3rd Tuesday of Every Month
If you are caring for a loved one with a debilitating disease we offer resources, education & 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 info or if you need a caregiver to sit with your loved one during the group meeting. Crestview Baptist Ch; 630 South Ch. 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 which meets 2 hours each week on Tuesdays. Contact Dr. Johnnie Martin @828-286-9590 or Sally Claroni @ 828-245-1390, Ext. 104 for times and location. Great information, interesting activities, and a caring, supportive environment.
