Lost Playwrights, Hendersonville
Lost Playwrights will meet Saturday, July 30, 2016, from 2:00pm to 4:00pm in the auditorium of Henderson County Library, 301 North Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC. There are no dues and no admission. Anyone interested in any aspect of theatre or creative writing is invited. An article about this group appeared in the recent edition of DRAMATISTS Magazine, the official publication of The Dramatists Guild.
Cherryville Little Theatre
Cherryville Little Theatre will be hosting auditions for the production of "The Addams Family" on August 4 & 5, 2016 at the Cherryville Little Theatre from 6:00-8:00pm. This production is scheduled to go to stage Oct 28, 29 and 30, 2016. There is no age limit for auditions. Please be advised that this show does contain language, sexual innuendos and some dark "horror" thematic elements, which may not be suitable for every individual. You can schedule your audition time by visiting the Cherryville Little Theatre Facebook page and following the "sign-up" genius link to the audition information. If you have any questions about this production you can contact the director, Lauren Parker, at laurensparker@gmail.com.
Hospice Cleveland County
"Reflections" Sharing Group. This grief sharing group meets for six weeks at no cost and is open to anyone who has lost a loved one. If you plan to attend one of our groups, please make every effort to attend all six sessions. Registration forms are available at Hospice Cleveland County Administrative Office or by calling 704-487-4677. Wednesdays: August 10, 17, 24, 31 and September 7, 14, 2016 11:30am-1:00pm at Hospice Cleveland County Administration Building.
Memory Bear and Pillow Workshop Participants will have the opportunity to make a teddy bear or pillow out of a loved one's shirt of other article of clothing. Children are welcome if accompanied by an adult. Space is limited. Please call one of our Grief Counselors at 704-487-4677 to reserve your space. Third Tuesday of each month alternating locations. Tuesday, August 16, 2016, 9:00am-Noon or 4:00pm-7:00pm, Testa Family Hospice in Kings Mountain, NC Tuesday September 20, 2016, 9:00am-noon or 4:00pm-7:00pm, Hospice Cleveland County Administration Building.
Hospice Rib Dinner Fundraiser: Pork Spare Ribs prepared by Doug Fortenberry. (Ribs, BBQ slaw, Pickles, Chips, Baked Beans, Brownie) $12 a plate, Drive-thru only. Tickets can be purchased at the Hospice Administration Building, The Hospice Store, Testa Family Hospice House or by calling 704-487-4677. Racks are available for $25 by calling 704-751-3593. Deadline for sponsors is August 16, 2016. Pre-ordered business deliveries of 10 or more starting at noon available by calling 704-751-3593. Friday, October 21, 2016: 3:00pm-7:00pm, Hospice Cleveland County Administration Building and Test Family Hospice House in Kings Mountain, NC.
Shelby American Legion Post 82
Shelby American Legion Post 82 will host a "Walk for Veterans" through downtown Shelby on Wednesday, August 10, 2016 at 9:00am. Leading the walk will be American Legion National Commander Dale Barnett and North Carolina Department Commander David Shore. As quoted by Commander Barnett, "The purpose of this walk is to raise public awareness about the crucial issues facing America's veterans and their families. An estimated 22 veterans a day commit suicide. Traumatic brain injuries have become a signature wound of the Global War on Terrorism and up to 20 percent of the men and women who served in Iraq or Afghanistan suffer from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Also veterans still have difficulty receiving health care in a timely manner and many have be includes a "Walk for Veterans" Tee Shirt. Remaining proceeds will benefit American Legion charities. To register, call Woody Weaver at (704) 434-4862 or come to the registration table which will be set up at 8:00am the day of the event on the west side of the court square across from Bank of the Ozarks.
Casar Masonic Lodge
The Casar Masonic Lodge will hold their 10th Annual Golf Tournament on Saturday, August 27, 2016, to support the Masonic Children's Home and Masonic and Eastern Star Home, at 9:00am, check in at 8:00am, Shotgun start, Pine Mountain Golf Course, 2961 Pine Mountain Drive, Connelly Springs, NC. Captain's Choice, Four Man team, $200 per team entry fee. Prizes: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place, Longest Drive, and Longest Putt, Closest to Hole (Par 3s). Free golf towels to the First 48 Entrants. Mulligan's & Tee Busters $5 each per Member. Lunch provided. All USGA rules apply, exception you may improve your lie one club length through the green. Contact: Marty Gee, 704-472-2386; Kenny Warlick, 704-538-5588; or Eric Newton, 704-692-8503.
Depression and Bipolar Support Group
Depression and Bipolar support group meets every Tuesday at the Cleveland Memorial Library in the small conference room from 6:30pm until 8:00pm. Contact Jodi with questions at 704-484-8998.
Shelby Seniors Singles 50 and Over
The Shelby Seniors Singles 50 and Over would like you to join them on the 3rd Thursday of the month at Showmars, at 5:00pm, and alternate restaurants for dinner the first Friday of the month. Go see what they are all about as many have found lifelong companions and lasting friendships. For info, please call 704 756 0551.
REUNIONS
Polkville High School Alumni Reunion
The Annual Polkville High School Alumni Reunion is Saturday, August 6, 2016 at Camp Call Masonic Lodge, located across from Union Baptist Church in Polkville, NC. If you attended Polkville School at any time, you are invited to come. We will assemble about 5:00pm and dinner will be served at 6:00pm. Cost of dinner will be $15 each or $25 per couple. Call Betty Mauney at 704-487-6505 or mail check to 1105 Shamrock Rd., Shelby, NC 28152 by July 20, 2016.
Shelby High School Class of 1961
The class is planning and will hold its 55 year Class Reunion in Boiling Springs at the Masonic Lodge facilities (same location as our 50th reunion) on Saturday, October 29, 2016 at 6:00pm. For more Information please contact: Claudia Lutz on 704-482-3330, email calutz@carolina.rr.com, Hill Hudson on 704-482-6022 home or 704-473-5067cell, email hillhudsoniii@yahoo.com, Martha Blanton Carpenter on 704-300-4737 email marthabrealtor@bellsouth.net, Jim Toole on 704-473-9879, email JTnME@carolina.rr.com, or David Dobbins on 704-418-2483, email davedobb@aol.com. If you are planning to attend or want more information, please call or email to any one of the above by September1st.
BENEFIT
Benefit for Chris Whitworth
A Benefit hotdog, hamburger, and bake sale will be held for Chris Whitworth. It will take place Saturday, August 6, 2016, from 11:00am until 5:00pm, at Laurel Hill United Methodist church. Chris is awaiting a liver transplant in Washington DC. Because of complications he is unable to get one in North Carolina. He has to travel back for a serious procedure in September. Please come by and help him out! The benefit will be held at 731 N Highway 18, Vale, NC 28168.