Friendship United Methodist Church, Fallston
       Friendship United Methodist Church invites children to Kingdom Kids, a Wednesday night children’s ministry. Bring your child for Bible lessons, music and lots of fun. Every Wednesday night from 6:00 until 7:00 pm. The Church is located at 111 Friendship Drive, Fallston, NC. For more information contact Bethany Clay at 704-538-9243.
Shelby Missionary Methodist Church, Shelby
      Shelby Missionary Methodist Food Ministry will have a BAR-B-Q SUPPER on Sat., August 6, 2011, from 5PM til 8PM. We will serve BAR-B-Q sandwiches, Hushpuppies, fries, baked beans, slaw, sauce, homemade banana pudding, other deserts and tea. The price will be $9 for adult plate $5 for child plate(10-under) The proceeds goes to help feed the needy. Whole Boston Butts will be for sale ($35) please place order before Wed., August 3rd by calling Rev Danny Hunt @704-477-3564 Please come out and help us help others GOD BLESS.
Casar United Methodist Church, Casar
 Casar United Methodist Church will host their 1st Annual - Run From Knobby 5K - Challenging yet beautiful course! No one said running from Knobby would be easy! Come join in the fun on Saturday, August 6th. Start time is 8:00 am. Proceeds go to the Shelby Lions Club. Contact Angie Burn for registration forms, 704-477-3619.
Duncan’s Creek Presbyterian Church
      Duncan’s Creek Presbyterian Church will be selling Boston Butts to be picked up on August 6, 2011 between 4:00 and 6:00 p.m.. The orders will be $35.00 each and will include Boston Butts, 1 pint slaw, 1 pint sauce and 12 buns. Also: cakes, pies and tea will be sold seperately. Butts need to be ordered and paid for by August 2nd. The church is located at 1658 Duncan’s Creek Rd., Ellenboro, NC 28040. For more information call Harold Terry at 704-476-5193 or Brenda Mode at 828-245-6702.
El-Bethel UMC, Kings Mountain
 El-Bethel United Methodist Church in Kings Mountain will have their Country Breakfast on August 6th from 6:30 to 10:00 a.m. The menu is country ham, bacon, sausage, grits, gravy, homemade biscuits, eggs, jellies, juice and coffee. Carry outs are available. Call 704-739-9174 for information.
Crestview Baptist Church, Boiling Springs
 Crestview Baptist Church will hold a Yard Sale on Saturday, August 6 at 7 a.m. at the church, located at 1090 Old Boiling Springs Hwy. Proceeds will go to the Moscow Mission Team.
8th Street Church Of God, Bessemer City
      8th Street Church of God will hold a Yard Sale on Saturday, August 6, 7:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. There will be lots of household items, tools, clothing and more.  Hot dogs and baked goods will be available. They will have great deals. All proceeds will go toward the church building fund. The church is located at 906 S. Eight St., Bessemer City, NC.
Lily Memorial Baptist Church, Shelby
      Lily Memorial Baptist Church will hold a Back 2 School Bash at the church, located at 406 Whitner St., Shelby on Saturday, August 6. Games will start at 4:00. Dinner will be at 5:00. Included will be water slides, crafts, hot dog supper, snow cones and popcorn. The first 60 kids to register will receive goody bags. For information call 704-482-2913.
Westview Baptist Church
   Westview Baptist Church, 500 Melody Lane, Shelby invites everyone to Westview’s 50th Anniversary Celebration services, Sunday, August 7th at 10:30 a.m. and Sunday, August 14th at 10:30 a.m. Help us celebrate our roots and heritage as well as our future with special guests, old and new friends, good music, and the love of Christ. For more information, contact the Church Office, 704-487-1213.
New Buffalo Baptist Church, Grover
  New Buffalo Baptist Church on Lavender Rd., Grover, NC will hold their Vacation Bible School Rev It Up: Full Throttle for God August 7-10, 6:15-8:45 p.m. Family Night is August 10, 6:15-8:30 pm
Pleasant View Community Church
   Pleasant View Community Church will hold a 2011 Homecoming Revival on Wednesday, August 10 thru Sunday, August 14. Services will be nightly at 7 p.m. Rev. Jared McKinney will  be preaching each service. FreeIndeed will be singing along with local talent. Homecoming dinner will be served immediately following the Sunday morning worship service. Pastor Danny McCain invites all to attend.The church is located at 129 Michael Dr., Forest City, NC 28043.

Pleasant View Community Church, Forest City, NC
       Pleasant View Community Church will hold their 2011 Homecoming Revival on Wednesday, August 10 thru Sunday, August 14th. Services will be nightly at 7 p.m. Rev. Jared McKinney will be preaching each service. FreeIndeed will be singing along with local talent. Homecoming dinner will be served immediately following the Sunday morning worship service. Pastor Danny McCain invites all to attend. The church is located at 129 Michael Drive, Forest City, NC 28043.
Friendship UMC Community Meal, Fallston
Friendship United Methodist will have their monthly community meal on Thursday, August 11 from 5:30 until 6:30 pm. The meal is served in the basement. The Church is located at 111 Friendship Drive, Fallston, NC. There is no cost or obligation. We would love for you to join us for food and fellowship. Come as you are - all are welcome!
Prospect Baptist Church, Mooresboro
   Come and join Prospect Baptist Church for the Ultimate Back To School Checkup with Dr. Jesus. Start the 2011-2012 school year off on a positive note that will last a lifetime on August 12 & 13. Supper will be served at 6 p.m. Service is 7 p.m.  until. The speaker will be Sam Henderson, Pastor of Temple Baptist Church
in Henrietta, NC.  Nightly praise and worship music. Please RSVP by August 10, by calling one of the numbers listed above and leaving a message. The Pastor is Ernie Cole. 828-657-6961 or 828-657-6470.
High Shoal Baptist Church, Henrietta
       High Shoal Baptist Church, located at  284 High Shoals Church Rd., Henrietta, will hold a, Chicken Pie Dinner on August 13, 2011 4:30 PM, 6:30 p.m. All you care to eat. Adults $5.00, Kids 12-6 $2.50, under 6, free. Chicken pie, vegetables, desserts, tea and coffee will be served. For additional information: 828-657-6448 or www.highshoalbaptist.org. Proceeds will go to the Needy Family Christmas Fund.
East Gold Street Wesleyan Church,
Kings Mountain
   East Gold Street Wesleyan Church will hold a One Day Vacation Bible School on August 13, 2011 from 10 AM  - 3 PM.  The theme will be “County Fair”.  This is for ages Pre-K thru 6th Grade.  Location is at East Gold Street Wesleyan Church, 701 E. Gold Street, Kings Mountain, NC 28086.  Call 704-739-3215 for more info.
Crestview Baptist Church, Shelby
  Capture The Moment In Pictures at Crestview Baptist Church of Shelby. They will take school photos at the church on Saturday, August 13.  It’s a great time to get senior photos, children, family, individuals, friends or pets photos. Indoor or outdoor (weather permitting). No sitting fee. You decide when and how many pictures you print.  Call for an appointment 704-472-2009 or email jl.hicks45@gmail.com. Cost is $50.00.  Proceeds go to Crestview Baptist Moscow Mission Team.
Polkville United Methodist Church, Shelby
   Polkville United Methodist Church UMW  in Shelby will have a Yard Sale on Saturday, August 13, 7:00 a.m. until. Proceeds will benefit scholarship fund. For more information please call 704-538-9486.
Pleasant Hill U.M.C., Casar
   Pleasant Hill U.M.C. will hold a Country Ham Breakfast Buffet on Saturday, August 20, 7 a.m. until 11 a.m. Price: Adults $6.00; Children $4.00; Under 6 eat Free! Proceeds go to the church budget. They will be serving: Scrambled eggs, country ham, bacon, sausage, livermush, pancakes, gravy, grits, biscuits, coffee, orange juice. Also available will be a fruit bar and snack bar. All you can eat! Carry outs are available. For more information call (704) 538-7985 or (704) 538-3995. The church is located on Warlick Rd., between Belwood and Casar.
Oak Grove United Methodist Church, Lawndale
   Oak Grove United Methodist Church @ 418 Oak Grove Clover Hill Ch Rd Lawndale will be having it’s Annual All You Can Eat Cookout (Hamburgers and Hotdogs with all the trimmings) and Homemade Ice Cream Fundraiser on Sunday August 21st from 12:30pm until. Cost will be donations only with proceeds going to the Camp Loy White Pennies Campaign. For additional info, contact 704-538-8358.
Flint Hill Baptist Church, Shelby
   The Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Education Conference - Sept. 15 - Flint Hill Baptist Church, Shelby, NC. This full day conference will feature a variety of speakers on topics related to caring for a person with Alzheimer’s or related dementia. Community resources will be available to answer questions and offer information. Target audience includes family caregivers, professional
caregiver, faith community members and anyone interested in learning more about the disease. Cost $10 per person.