United Methodist Volunteers in Mission are having a Medical Team Fund Raiser, Saturday, November 9, 8:00am - 4:00pm., at Pat Farley’s Home, 1020 Belwood-Lawndale Rd., Lawndale, NC (Belwood Community), 704-538-0122. Email: grampat1020@yahoo.com. Annual Craft Show. Handmade items: Dried Spice Fruit Items, Gingerbread Items, Country Spice Potpourri, Oil Candles, Wreaths and Swags, Rag Dolls, Lots of Gift Items.

  North Brook Baptist Church, 7421 Flay Rd, Cherryville, NC will be having their 5th Annual Christmas Show, November 9, 8:00am until 2:00pm. Breakfast & Lunch being served. Baked goodies, jewelry, pottery, candles, homemade crafts and much more. Free admission- all welcome.

  Elizabeth Baptist Church, 301 N Post Rd, Shelby, NC will be having a “BBQ Fundraiser” for Lifeway Ministries/Orphanage - India Bus Fund. Award Winning Roadrunner BBQ by Steve and Jerry Gardner Saturday, November 9, Elizabeth Baptist Church Christian Life Center, 5:30-7:00. Entertainment begins at 7:00 with ‘His Glory Quartet’ and ‘Olivia Claire Wall’. Adult: $12.50; under 12: $6.00;  Under 3: No Charge. All Carry-out dinners $12.50. Drive-thru provided for carry-outs. For tickets or information contact: Shirley Madden 704-482-3572, Steve Gardner 704-480-1239, or Kevin Atchley 704-472-7458. 

  GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays” is a helpful, encouraging seminar for people facing the holidays after a loved one’s death. The seminar will be held on Sunday, November 10, 3:30-5:30pm in the Christian Life Center of Elizabeth Baptist Church. There is no charge for this event, and refreshments will be served. Childcare will not be available. The seminar features practical suggestions and reassurance through video interviews with counselors, grief experts and other people who have experienced the holidays after their loved one’s death. Topics to be discussed include “Why the Holidays are Tough,” “What to Expect,” “How to Prepare,” “How to Manage Relationships and Holiday Socials” and “Using the Holidays to Help You Heal.” Those who attend will receive a free book with over 30 daily readings providing additional insights and ideas on holiday survival. For more information or to register, call April Van Dyke at 704-482-6339 or email april@elizabethchurch.org. 

  The Christian Artist Series Team of Elizabeth Baptist Church presents Steve Green in concert at 7:00pm, Saturday, November 23, in the Christian Life Center of Elizabeth Baptist Church. Tickets are $17 and are available in the church office, 301 N. Post Rd, Shelby. Call the church office at 704-482-6339 for more information.

  John Knox Presbyterian Church, 610 Charles Rd., Shelby will have a Art and Craft Festival, Saturday, November 9, 9:00am - 4:00pm. 15 vendors presenting woodwork, pottery, decorations, jewelry. Breakfast and lunch items for sale.

  Dover Baptist Church, 1501 Polkville Road, Shelby, NC will have a Chicken Pie Supper, Saturday, November 9, 5:00pm - 7:00pm. Dine-in or take-outs available. Donations accepted.

  Catawba Heights Baptist Church, 311 Belmont Avenue, Belmont, NC will be having “Veterans’ Day Tribute Concert”, Saturday, November 9, 6:00pm, to benefit Cornerstone Christian Center, Featuring: Spencer Mountain Quintet, His Own, Golden Valley Ramblers, and Royal Quartet. Free admission. Love offering will be received for Cornerstone Drawings for door prizes.

  Faith Baptist Church, 1009 Linwood Rd., Kings Mountain, NC, will be having their 60th Anniversary Celebration, Saturday, November 9, beginning 6:00pm and Sunday, November 10, beginning 10:30am. Special guest speaker for Saturday service is former pastor, Rev. Larry Burns, who now serves at Mulberry Baptist Church, Charlotte, NC. Special guest speaker for Sunday service is Rev. Steve Parker, who serves at Zion Baptist Church, Morganton, NC. Rev. JR Robbins and the congregation invite all visitors, friends, past members to join them for this special time of Celebration. A covered dish lunch will be served following the Sunday worship service.

  Fellowship Independent Baptist Church, 150 Christopher Road, Shelby, NC, will be hosting it’s second annual Benefit Car and Bike Show on Saturday November 9,  9:00-2:00. All proceeds will go to Jackie Brown, a Cleveland County resident who underwent a double lung transplant recently, to assist with ongoing medical costs. Cars, trucks, and bikes welcome, with a special Die Cast category for the kids. Hot dog plates, crafts, games and more. Something for everyone!

  Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church, Warlick Road, Casar, NC will be having a BBQ Supper, Saturday, November 9, 4:00pm - 8:00pm. BBQ Pork or Chicken, all- you can eat! BBQ slaw, buns, pickles, baked beans or green beans, desserts, tea, coffee. Carry outs available! Adults, $9; Children, under 6 free; ages 6-12, $5. Proceeds go the church budget! For information call 704-538-3995.

  John Knox Presbyterian Church, 610 Charles Road, Shelby, NC is having a Christmas Festival November 9, 9:00am to 4:00pm, and is looking for exhibitors. All arts and crafts must be handmade (no buy/sell or commercial items). Both indoor and outdoor booths available on a first come, first serve basis. Food will be available. Reasonable booth fee (no commission taken). Contact Debbie Lesenger for entry form and details. Debbie Lesenger, johnknoxshelby@gmail.com or John Knox Presbyterian Church, 610 Charles Road, Shelby, NC 28152. 704-487-7953. 

  New Hope Baptist Church, 2621 Blacksburg Rd, Earl, NC, will be having a “Chicken Pie Lunch” Sunday, November 10, 12:30pm until. Chicken Pie, Green Beans, Slaw, Yams, Rolls, Homemade Desserts. Adults - $8; Children 5-11 - $5; 4 & under Free. Eat In or Drive Thru Carry Outs. Carry Outs: Adult Plates Only. Advance Orders appreciated but not required. 704-487-6726.

  New Hope Baptist Church invites you to a November to Remember: November 10: (11:00) Comedy/Magician, Matt Fore (www.mattfore.com). November 17: (11:00) Concert, Steve Ladd (www.steveladdmusic.com). November 24: (10:00, 11:00 & 6:00) Creation Ministries Int. (www.creation.com) www.newhopeearl.com A love offering will be received.