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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.
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.
Book Sale
Rutherford Electric Membership Corporation is having a book sale in the lobby of their office at 186 Hudlow Rd., Forest City. Proceeds will benefit the ACS Relay for Life. Hardbacks are $2 and paperbacks are $1. Hours: Mon- Fri., 8am-5pm. Info: Karen Black, 828-245-1621, ext. 412.
The Rutherford County Democratic Party
Meeting of the general membership Thurs. June 27, at Democratic headquarters, 142 W. Main Street Forest City. Guest speaker: Democratic Chair of the 10th Congressional District, Betsy Wells of Cleveland County. Pot luck dinner at 6PM precedes program portion of the meeting.
Music at the Mills
Fri. June 28, 7pm. Supper 6pm. Featuring: Appalachian Fire & Homegrown Music. Union Mills Learning Center; 6495 Hudlow Rd. Union Mills.
American Legion Post 423
Regular meeting on Mon. July 1, 6pm at headquarters building, adjacent to Frank West Park on Boss Moore Rd., Caroleen.
Upcoming Blood Drives
•Mon. July 8, 1pm-5:30pm at National Guard Armory of Forest City; 890 Withrow Rd., call 1-800-733-2767 for appt. •Sat. July 13, 7:30am-12pm at Cliffside Masonic Lodge; Old Main St., Cliffside, call Wayne Millis at 828-429-0212 for appt.
Bat Cave Fire & Rescue BBQ
Annual Independence Day BBQ on Sat. June 29, 5-7:30PM at the firehouse. Come out and enjoy a really good BBQ plate and then add your choice of the many delicious homemade desserts. All proceeds will go to buying much needed equipment and your support will be greatly appreciated.
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.
Big Day in Ellenboro
Thurs. July 4th, parade at 9am. Arts & Crafts, music, tractors, games, food and more. Free rides on the Little Blue Choo. Would you like to be in the parade, or be a vendor? For more info, 828-453-7414 or 828-453-8932.
NAMI Rutherfordton/Cleveland
Educational Forum Thurs. June 27, 7pm. Place: Crawford Building, Rutherford Regional Hospital. Speaker: Tanya Morrow. Refreshments served. Info: 704-434-5166.
Mobile Food Pantry
Chase Corner Ministries is co-sponsoring a Mobile Food Pantry on Tues. July 23, 10am at Caroleen United Methodist Church; 137 Mills Ave. Caroleen. Please bring a box for your food. 828-247-0096.
Extension Successful Gardener
Programs continue in July featuring the “Demonstration Garden” on July 13, 9am-11am at the Rutherford County Extension Center; 193 Callahan-Koon Road in Spindale. The program is free, but you are asked to contact the center at 828-287-6011 to register.
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.
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: Program established for the purpose of obtaining info about criminal activity & fugitive felons. Have information about a crime? Report is anonymously. You do not have to reveal your name. Your 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.
