Concord Baptist Church, Bostic
Concord Baptist Church, 720 Old U.S. Hwy 74, Bostic, NC, will be presenting "Walk of Wonder", Friday and Saturday, October 16-17, 2015, 6:00-8:00pm. Bring the family for a Walk of Wonder through the bible. You will be guided on a leisurely walking tour as amazing stories of the bible come to life before your eyes. Journeys will begin approximately every ten minutes. You will also be invited to join them for cookies and a drink. A quiet area will be provided for reflection and prayer. Groups are encouraged to call 828-245-6130 or 828-447-5124 to schedule a time for your visit.
Sandy Plains Baptist Church, Shelby
Sandy Plains Baptist Church, 2112 New House Road, Shelby, NC, will hold a Free "Family Movie Night", Saturday, October 17, 2015, at 5:30pm. The movie will be "Frozen". Popcorn and drinks provided. Fall Festival and Trunk or Treat will be held Wednesday, October 28, 2015, starting at 6:00pm with dinner and 7:00pm Trunk or Treat.
New Home United Methodist Church, Casar
New Home United Methodist Church, 544 Moriah School Road, Casar, NC, will be holding a "BBQ & Chicken Supper", Saturday, October 17, 2015 at 4:00pm. BBQ, chicken halves, slaw, hushpuppies, baked beans, and dessert plates: $11. Boston Butt kits (include slaw and sauce), $35. For more information, call Brian, 704-538-0292 or Keith, 704-538-8747.
Aldersgate United Methodist Church, Shelby
Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1207 West Dixon Boulevard, Shelby, NC, will be holding "The Apple Butter Festival", Saturday, October 17, 2015. 9:00am - 4:00pm. Featuring: musical groups and blue grass pickers throughout the day! Delicious food of all types! Vendors to enhance your shopping experience. Entertainment and activities for children and adults, indoors and out, throughout the campus.
Charity Christian School, Lawndale
Charity Christian School, 113 Charity Church Road, Lawndale, NC (Fallston), will be holding their Fall Festival on Saturday, October 17, 2015, 4:00pm. Fun family games, face painting, cake walk, corn hole, hamburgers, hotdogs, chips, desserts, door prizes. Special singing by: The Chosen Few and others! The school includes grades K5 through 12th. Contact for information or to schedule a tour, 704-419-4574 or 704-466-8774. Email: charitychristianschool@gmail.com.
Living Light Baptist Church, Shelby
Living Light Baptist Church will be having a Fall Festival/Family Fun Day on Saturday, October 17, 2015 from 12:00pm til 4:00pm. There will be games and a hayride for children and adults. The property is located 126 Lakeview Drive., Shelby, NC, off Caleb Rd. and Lakeview St. (follow signs). There will also be a hotdog and craft sale with proceeds going to the building fund. Everyone is invited to enjoy a day of good fun, food and entertainment.
Waco Baptist Church
Waco Baptist Church will hold it's annual Barbecue Fundraiser on Saturday, October 17, 2015, from 4:00pm - 7:00pm. Dine in and carry out. Boston Butts available. Call 704-435-9311 or 704-435-9300.
Mt. Whitaker Baptist Church, Blacksburg
Mt. Whitaker Baptist Church, 315 N. Mountain Street Ext., Blacksburg, SC will be holding a Missions Fundraiser Yard Sale Saturday, October 17, 2015, 7:00am until 11:00am. For more information, call 864-839-0143.
Corinth Baptist Church, Casar
Corinth Baptist Church in partnership with Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina will have a Food Distribution Saturday, October 17, 2015, 9:00am - 12:00 noon. Corinth Baptist Church is located at 324 Corinth Church Road, Casar, NC. The distribution will be in the basement of the new fellowship building. They have food distributions the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month. The clothing closet is also open during this time. Everyone welcome as we share our ministries with the community.
Boyce Memorial Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church, Kings Mountain
Boyce Memorial Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church is selling pumpkins on the front lawn of the church, October 17-31, 2015. Pumpkins are of various sizes and prices beginning at $3. In addition they will have various gourds and mini-pumpkins. Proceeds from the sale will help to fund the church's participation in a summer music conference at Bonclarken during the summer of 2016. The patch will be open Monday-Friday from 11:30-7:30 and Saturdays 10:00-6:00. Closed on Sundays. Each Friday evening: s'mores around the fire pit. On Saturday, October 24, 2015 they will hold a Fall Festival with special activities and hotdogs for sale beginning at 4:00pm. Located at the corner of Edgemont Drive and W. King Street in Kings Mountain, NC.
Morris Memorial Baptist Church, Casar
Morris Memorial Baptist Church, 421 Moriah Church Road, Casar, NC will be holding "Revival" Sunday-Wednesday, October 18-21, 2015. With Jerry Wayne Carter preaching on Sunday and Alfred Willis preaching Mon.-Wed. Everyone welcome. Pastor: Rev. Chris Emory.
Elizabeth Baptist Church, Shelby
Elizabeth Baptist Church, 301 N. Post Rd., Shelby, NC will be holding a "We Stand Firm Conference" October 18-21, 2015 at 6:30pm. Sunday morning speaker is Allan Blume (Biblical Recorder) and evening is Rev. Stan Welch (W. Asheville Baptist). Other speakers include: Randy Wilson (Family Research Council), Kelvin Cochran (former Atlanta Fire Chief), and The Benham Brothers, David and Jason (former HGTV real estate professionals). For more information visit www.elizabethchurch.org or phone 704-482-6339.
Second Baptist Church, Shelby
Second Baptist Church, 1141 S. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC will be holding their Homecoming, Sunday, October 18, 2015, at 10:30am. The guest speaker will be Rev. Ronell Owensby which was their Interim Pastor. A covered dish will be held in the Fellowship Hall after the service.
The New Vocalairs of Shelby
The New Vocalairs will be celebrating their 2nd Anniversary on Sunday, October 18, 2015, at 6:00pm; doors open at 5:00pm; at Holly Oak Park Center, Shelby, NC. Performing Guests will be: Keys of Harmony of Shelby, NC; Gospel Tones of Gaffney, SC; The New Singing Five Stars of Shelby; The Joylites of Gaffney, SC; and The SpiritFill Songbirds of Shelby. MC will be Rev. Gary Smith. Admission: $7 at the door. For more information, please contact: Bro. Larry Smith, 704-419-3341 or Bro. James Robbs, 704-482-2910.
Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church
Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church will be holding a fish fry, Saturday, October 24, 2015, noon until 7:00pm, at the Masonic Lodge, Boiling Springs, NC. Food prepared by Harry McKee. Plates: $10. Children 6 and under, free. Proceeds go toward the Building Fund.
Palm Tree United Methodist Church, Lawndale
The Palm Tree UMC United Methodist Men are currently selling Boston Butts that will be pit cooked and ready for pick up on Saturday, October 24, 2015 at 10:00am. Each Boston Butt will include slaw and sauce and will cost $40. Call Tony Shuford, 704-473-4847 or the Church office, 704-538-6930 to place your order.
Trunk or Treat will be Saturday, October 31, 2015, at the church, 1160 W. Stagecoach Trail, Lawndale, NC, 4:00-7:00pm. Free hotdog supper along with lots of candy and fun.

Shelby Missionary Methodist Church
Shelby Missionary Methodist Church, 1402 Earl Rd., Shelby, NC will be holding a "Craft Fair", "Bake Sale", "Hot Dog Plates w/fixin's" Saturday, October 24, 2015 from 8:00am - 2:00pm. Many Hand-made crafts and baked goods for sale by individual vendors. Hotdog plates with chili, slaw, fixin's, chips,cookies, cold drinks; 50¢ and $1 DIY Craft Table for kids: they can make their own crafts/gifts while Mom and Dad shop. Proceeds go towards Samaritan's Purse Shoe Box project. Outside vendors welcome, but must pre-register! Tables cost $5 each. Call or text Bambi at 828-748-3633 to register.
Temple Baptist Church, Shelby
Temple Baptist Church, 1105 Bridges Street, Shelby, NC, will be holding these events: October 25, 2015 "Heaven Sent", at 6:00pm.; November 1, 2015 "The Shetleys", at 11:00am (from Thomasville, NC); November 15, 2015 "Webb Quartet" at 11:00am (from Mullins, SC). Pastor Tommy Price, 704-487-6850.
Blazin' Trails Cowboy Church, Lincolnton
Campfire for Christ Blazin' Trails Cowboy Church, at The Ponderosa Startown Rd, Lincolnton, NC, Sunday, October 25, 2015, from 4:00-7:00pm. Please join them for an afternoon of fun, food, fellowship, games, treats, western town and much more.
Casar United Methodist
Run From Knobby 5K! Trick or Treat! Halloween race to be held on Saturday, October 31, 2015 at Casar United Methodist Church. Start time is 8:30am. And yes, sightings of Knobby are likely! This is a challenging 3.1 mile race surrounded by the beautiful South Mountains. Proceeds will benefit U-CAN. Contact information for registration form: apburn88@yahoo.com, 704-477-3619.
Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Hickory
Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 1686 6th St. SE, Hickory, NC, will be hosting a "Breakfast with Santa" on Saturday, December 5, 2015. Two seating times and space is limited so get your tickets early. Call 704-327-3600 for information.
Putnam Baptist Church, Shelby
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