Friday, October 9
What: Gospel Concert
When: 6:30 pm, October 9.
Where: Corinth Baptist Church, 767 Pinehurst Rd., Ellenboro, NC.
More Info: Master Praise and Foothills Choir will present an evening of gospel music. Everyone Welcome!

Saturday, October 10
What: Holiday Fair
When: 7:00 am until 2:00 pm, October 10.
Where: Bethlehem Community Church, 6753 Hwy. 182, Cherryville, NC.
More Info: Biscuits for breakfast 7:00 am until 9:00 am. Bazaar 9:00 am until 2:00 pm, (sponsored by WINGS - Women in Gods Service). We will have fellowship and food, and vendors with a variety of crafts.

What: BBQ Fundraiser
When: Noon until 3:00 pm, October 10.
Where: Hudson Memorial Baptist Church, 762 Warlick Rd., Lawndale, NC.
More Info: $12 BBQ pork plate with bun, slaw, sauce, beans and dessert. Dine in or carry out.
Saturday, October 10
What: Annual Fall BBQ
When: 4:00 pm, October 10.
Where: New Home Church, 544 Moriah School Rd., Casar, NC.
More Info: Plates: $15.00 (includes BBQ or chicken, slaw, baked beans, hush puppies & dessert) Boston Butt Kit - $50.00 each (includes Boston butt, slaw, sauce & pack of buns). Order Boston butt kits by October 6th. To order kits or for more info, call Brian @ 828-429-7348. (Drive Thru Only).

What: BBQ Fundraiser
When: 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm, October 10.
Where: Hopewell-Hollis Ruritan Club, 2500 Hollis Rd., Ellenboro, NC.
More Info: BBQ is cooked by Greg McKinney, Rocky Hill BBQ. BBQ and all the trimmings will be $15.00 a plate, all pre-orders must be put in by October 5, 2026. Carryouts will be available. If you would like to pre-order a BBQ butt with all the trimmings for $50.00, or more information, please call Cindy at (704)692-0724 or Rick at (224) 388-3552.

What: Youth Conference
When: 10:00 am until 3:00 pm, October 10.
Where: Christ Covenant Church, 1050 Sam Lattimore Rd., Shelby, NC.
More Info: Vendors Needed for evidence based community outreach event for youth mental wellness. RECONSTRUCT: Framing Your World By Your Truth To Register as a vendor: LiftYouthEmpowerment@gmail.com Redefining how Cleveland County understands mental wellness. Activities that educate, provide tools, and support our community in living in full truth. Featuring: Brigida Mack - Opening Keynote Speaker Tracy Tolbert - Youth Facilitator Reese Barnett - Adult Facilitator FREE EVENT + FREE BOX LUNCHES

Saturday, October 17
What: Apple Butter Festival
When: 9:00 am until 3:00 pm, October 17.
Where: Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1207 W. Dixon Blvd., Shelby, NC.
More Info: Aldersgate UMC hosts the annual Apple Butter Festival. Come join us for fun, fellowship and food! We will have over 30 vendors, live music and a car show! Children's activities and face painting too! Come and get your apple butter while it lasts! Profits go to helping with the needs of our community as well as the needs of our global family.

Saturday, October 24
What: Ladies Brunch
When: 11:00 am Until 1:00 pm, October 24.
Where: Fallston Baptist Church, 109 Circle Dr., Fallston, NC.
More Info: In the Family Life Center Ladies Brunch "Unworthy but Called". Tickets are $25.00 each purchase them at the church office or call 704-538-7161.

Announcements
Bi-Monthly Community Store: Christ the King Mission, 714 Stone St., Kings Mountain, NC. We give away gently used items including everything from formula, to furniture, clothing, toys etc. Please visit our Facebook page Walking With Moms In Need - Kings Mountain, or go to our website: wwminck.my.canva.site for questions and info. God Bless!
Support Group: Every Thursday, Depression and Anxiety Peer support group. Meets at 205 S. Washington St., Shelby, NC. From 6:30 pm until 7:30 pm upstairs. Questions text Jodi at 704-484-8998 or email qtbeauty76@gmail.com.
Nar-Anon Support Group: Meets 6:30 pm weekly on Tuesdays at the First Baptist Church, 120 N. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC. Nar-Anon is a support group for those affected by someone else's drug addiction. We meet in the classroom of Dale St., between Sumter and Campbell St. Park on the side of the church or in the alley. Signs are posted. Call Bill, 704-692-2092 or the church office, 704-482-3467.
Al-Anon Family Groups Support: Al-Anon Family Support Groups support those who are affected by someone else's drinking and drug use. No Name AFG meets on Mondays at 12 noon at the Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 510 W Sumter St., Shelby. Contact Kay at 704-473-4891. Shelby AFG meets on Thursdays at 8:00 pm at Shelby Presbyterian Church, 226 E. Graham St., Shelby. Contact Jann at 704-692-7688.