National Alliance on Mental Illness Rutherford Cleveland
The August meeting of the NAMI Rutherford Cleveland affiliate will be held on Thursday, August 27, 2015, in the Crawford Building at Rutherford Regional. The board will meet at 6:15pm. The public is invited to the forum at 7:00pm. Tom Gray of Partners will be the speaker. He will discuss programs and services offered by Partners. Please join them for the program.
NC Cooperative Extension
The NC Cooperative Extension will be holding a "Funds For Farming" Information Session, Thursday, August 27, 2015, at 5:30pm, in the auditorium of the County Office Building, located at 130 S. Post Road, Shelby. Learn about cost-share programs, grants, loans, tax programs, and easements for farming. Representatives from the USDA, Cooperative Extension, Soil and Water Conservation District, NCDA, Forest Service, Farm Credit, and Foothills Conservancy will provide brief overviews of programs offered by their agencies.
Shelby Lions Club Annual Charity Golf Event
The Shelby Lions Club will host their 4th Annual Charity Golf Event, Friday, August 28, 2015, at River Bend Golf Course. Registration 1:00pm. 4-person Captain's Choice, $240/team. Proceeds benefit Cleveland County Sight Conservation Needs and Shelby High School Scholarship Fund. Be a player. Be a sponsor. Contact Michael Johnson, 704-472-1811 for details.
The Town of Casar
The Town of Casar, NC is putting together the 125th anniversary celebration on Saturday, August 29, 2015, starting at noon. They are looking for antique tractors and old timey stuff to put on display. No entry fee! Please call 704-473-5739, also check out the event on Facebook by looking for Casar, NC and clicking on the event link.
Lost Playwrights, Hendersonville
Lost Playwrights will meet Saturday, August 29, 2015, from 2:00pm - 4:00pm, in the library auditorium of Henderson County Library, 301 North Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC. All persons interested in any aspect of theatre or creative writing are invited. There are no dues.
5K Walk - Celebrate Recovery Awareness
Second Baptist, Shelby, NC will sponsor a 5k/walk run to be held on Saturday, September 12, 2015 to raise awareness for the ministry of Celebrate Recovery. It is their desire that participants and those who attend this event will learn about Celebrate Recovery and in turn help spread the word about this blessed ministry that has helped hundreds of thousands of people, just like you and me overcome our past hurts, hang ups and habits. All entry fees will go to cover the cost of the event and fund needs for the ministry of Celebrate Recovery. Registration 8/6/15-9/9/15-$20 Race Day Registration $25 To register go to http://www.racingtoes.com/2015-events/
Shelby Ladies and Gentlemen 50 and Over
Join them for meals, dances, picnics, scheduled events including dinner at 5:30pm first Friday of the month at Golden Coral and Fisherman's Feast, third Thursday. For more information, call 704 487-8047.
Lawndale Historical Museum
The Lawndale Historical Museum will be holding an Antique Evaluation on each Sunday through October from 2:00-4:00pm. Steven Costner of Shelby, NC will be on hand to evaluate old coins. Also, Gary Byrd from Morganton, NC will evaluate antique items. (No items too large to carry in the museum please.)
Broad River Genealogical Society, Shelby
The Broad River Genealogical Society would like for you to join them at Neal Senior Center, 100 T. R. Harris Dr., Shelby, NC, on Sunday, September 13, 2015, at 3:00pm, as they present Author Joe Epley, who will discuss his book "A Passel of Hate"; which is the story of Col. Andrew Hampton, Commander of the Rutherford County Liberty Men during the defense of Charleston and in the battle of Kings Mountain. Joe Epley is recognized internationally for his leadership in public relations. Before his retirement, he served as president of the Public Relations Society of America and was a cofounder and global chair of the Worldcom Public Relations Group. After he retired, he has turned his time and mind to researching and writing. (Park and enter at the rear of the building).
Piecemakers Quilt Guild
The Piecemakers Quilt Guild meets 1st Wednesday each month at the Senior Center at Gaston College, Lincolnton NC, at 9:30am. Come meet us and join our quilt guild. Piecemakers Quilt Show "Quilted Treasures 2015 Quilt Show" Friday and Saturday, September 25 and 26, 2015, Lincolnton NC at the James Warren Citizen Center, 115 West Main St., Lincolnton, NC 28092. Admissions $5. Children under 12 free For questions call Pam Haskins 704 240 8309.
Child Support Announces Anonymous Tip Line
The Cleveland County Child Support Office has opened a new Tip Line to allow the public to anonymously report the whereabouts and any other information of noncustodial parents who may be avoiding establishment and/or enforcement of a child support order. Tipsters will be able to call the Tip Line 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. They will not be asked to leave their name or any other identifying information. When calling the Tip Line, helpful information would include the noncustodial parent's full name, date of birth, current address, phone number, place of employment, vehicle tag number, or any other information that could lead to the location of the person. The number for the Tip Line is 704-487-0661 and when prompted for an extension, dial extension 727.
Shelby No-Name Al-Anon Family Group
Shelby No-Name Al-Anon Family Group meets on Mondays from 12:00-1:00pm, at Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 502 W. Sumter St., Shelby, NC. The purpose of al-anon is to provide support to friends and families of alcoholics. Anyone who is affected by someone else's use of alcohol or drugs is invited to attend. Call Mary at 704-477-8390 for additional information.
Mt. Olivet Baptist Church Offers Free Tutoring
Mt. Olivet Baptist Church in Ellenboro, NC is offering free tutoring for all ages in various subjects by certified teachers and volunteers. Starting in September - Tuesdays, from 5:00-7:00pm or call Roxy to make an appointment, 828-980-2343.

REUNIONS
Number Three High School Class Reunion
Number Three High School Class Reunion will have its 50 year reunion on Saturday, September 19, 2015. For information, contact Kathy Moss Blanton at 704-284-2760.