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Neighborhood Calendar April 24, 2014
Relay for Life Cleveland County, Shelby
        Applebee’s Flapjack Fundraiser breakfast to support Relay for Life, Saturday, April 26, 7:30am - 10:00am, at Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar, 433 Earl Rd., Shelby, NC. $7 per person.
        Bale Sale at Medical Arts, May 2, 7:30am until. Sponored by Just Family.
        Survivors Reception, Elizabeth Baptist Church, May 8, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
        Bank Day, May 12-13, 3:00pm til 7:00pm, Fairgrounds/Goforth Hall.
        Relay Fundraiser - Chicken Dinner, put on by Doug Fortenberry and Team. Cleveland County Fairgrounds, Friday, May 16, at Goforth Hall, 6:30-8:30pm. $10 donation.
        Relay Voice at Relay for Life, May 16. If you would like to participate contact Mary Conner, 704-477-6087 or 704-669-2247.
        20th ANNIVERSARY, May 16-17, 6:00pm til 9:00am, Fairgrounds.
        Other Dates to Remember: Post Bank Night, June 3, 5:00pm til 7:00pm, Landmark Baptist Church. RFL Celebration/Wrap-Up, June 24, 6:00pm, Landmark Baptist Church.
City of Shelby Solid Waste Department
        The City of Shelby Solid Waste Department is having the Spring Bulky Item Pick-up the week of April 21-24. Beginning the 18th, you may begin placing items such as: furniture, boxes, mattresses, and bagged clothes, etc., on the curbside without being subject to citations or fines. Please do not place any items with limbs, leaves, or grass. The Solid Waste Department does not pick-up items such as: appliances, electronics, televisions, tires, building materials, paints, oils, and batteries, these items may be taken to the Cleveland County Landfills. Bulky Items will be picked up only on the same day during the week that your garbage is scheduled for pick up. Items placed or left on the curb after April 24th will be subject to citations and fines. There will be no leaf or brush collection during the bulky item pick up week.
Council on Aging/Neal Senior Center
        Council on Aging/Senior Center, 100 T.R. Harris Drive, Shelby, NC will have the following events in February:
        “Bingo” - Each Monday night (except holidays), at the Senior Center. Doors open at 5:30 (no admittance after 7:00pm). Jackpot up to $500. Public invited 12 years and up.
        “Dine Around” - Denny’s Restaurant, Shelby, NC, Thursday, April 24, 5:00pm. Please call the Senior Center to reserve seating by Tuesday, April 21.
        “Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon” - Friday, April 25, 11:30am, at Council on Aging. Sign up in advance. Senior Center closing at 2:00pm.
Hospice Cleveland County Events
        Hospice Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC will be having the following events:
        Pet Loss Workshop - “Love You Forever”. If you have ever lost a pet, are dealing with grief, or your pet is beginning the journey to the Rainbow Bride, come join us! We’ll discusss end-of-life issues for your pet, stages of grief, how to handle questions and problems children may have, and memorializing that special buddy. Open to everyone who is lost, is losing, or some day will lose, an animal much loved. To attend this 4 week workshop, please RSVP to Tina Whisnant at 704-538-1397. Kings Mountain Hospice House, Tuesday, April 29, & May 6, 5:30pm - 7:00pm or Hospice Cleveland County Administration Building Thursday, April 24, & May 1, 8, 10:00am - 11:30am.
Cleveland County Bloodmobiles for April
        Friday, April 25 - Patrick Senior Center, 10:00am - 2:00pm.
Greater Shelby Community Theatre
        Greater Shelby Community Theatre will present the Shakespeare comedy “Taming of the Shrew” (Southern Fried) on April 25-27 and May 2-4 in the Keeter Auditorium on the campus of Cleveland Community College. You’ve never seen Shakespeare like this! It’s set in the communities of Cleveland County, the characters are down-home folks, and the play is accompanied by the Rock Springs Bluegrass Band. Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30pm and Sunday performances are at 2:30pm. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for students/seniors. CCC students and staff are admitted free with ID. Discount presale tickets are available at Arnold’s Jewelers, CC Arts Council, and Neal Senior Center Available Now.
Cleveland Lincoln County Rose Society
        Cleveland Lincoln County Rose Society will take a field trip to Roses Unlimited, 363 N. Deerwood Drive Laurens, SC, April 26. Take time to smell the roses. Nine greenhouses of roses in bloom for sale. From Shelby, they will carpool from Cleveland County Coop. Ext. office on Hwy 180 (next to Food Lion) in Shelby leaving at 9:00am.  From Lincolnton, meet at BiLo Parking lot on Hwy 150 (near Peoples Bank) at 9:00am. We will meet at Roses Unlimited in Laurens, SC at 11:00am. Visitors are welcome to make this trip and enjoy the beautiful roses. For more info call JoAnn, 828-428-3508.
Lost Playwrights of Western North Carolina
        Lost Playwrights of Western North Carolina will meet Saturday, April 26, 2:00-4:00pm at The Village Coffee Shop on Oak Street in Forest City, behind Tri City Mall. All persons interested in any aspect of theatre or creative writing are encouraged to attend.
Broad River European Motor Club
        The Broad River European Motor Club will be having a car show in uptown Shelby on April 26. This is being held in conjunction with the Merry Go Round Festival, Farmer’s Market and Arts on the Square. We are hoping to attract at least 125 European cars to this event. This will be a very well organized event with a Mayor’s Choice Award and trophies for each class of car entered. For more information please visit our website www.broadriveremc.com.
Eighth Annual Arts on the Square, Shelby
        Eighth Annual Arts on the Square will be held April 26, on the Courthouse Square, Shelby, NC. The event showcases fine art and craft by local and regional artists. The show is held in conjunction with the Broad River European Motor Club show and the Foothills Farmers Market along with the newly opened Earl Scruggs Center. The outdoor event is free and held rain or shine.
Buffalo Creek Gallery, Shelby
        Buffalo Creek Gallery would like to have a call for artists to participate in the annual Arts on The Square show on the square in Shelby. The show is April 26. Artists can contact Buffalo Creek Gallery, 104 E Warren St. or 704-487-0256 for more infomation.
Broad River Greenway Special Events
        All You Can Eat Broad River “Fish Fry” at the Masonic Lodge in Boiling Springs Saturday, April 26, Noon to 7:00pm. Plates are $10 and include fish, fries, hushpuppies, slaw and a drink. To-go plates available as well. Pre-orders are appreciated. Contact Kim Duren at 704-434-2357 or Ranger Jolly at 704-434-0040 for more information.
        “Wildflower Walk”, May 3, 2:00pm. This annual event is fun, informative and great way to spend an afternoon in the woods. Guided by Dr. Tom Jones, this is an easy walk with little elevation change. Meet at the Ranger Station. Contact Ranger Jolly at 704-434-0040 or email kduren@broadrivergreenway.com for more information.
        “Bird Walk”, May 24, 8:30am. An easy walk to look and listen for birds at the river. Discover different types of birds and their habitats. Bring binoculars, if you have them. Meet at the Ranger Station. Contact Ranger Jolly at 704-434-0040 or email kduren@broadrivergreenway.com for more information.
Living Healthy with Diabetes Workshop
        Isothermal Planning & Development Commission Area Agency on Aging, NC Cooperative Extension (NCCE), and John Knox Presbyterian Church is sponsoring a Free “Living Health with Diabetes” Workshop April 28, May 5 and 12, 5:30-8:00pm, at John Knox Presbyterian Church, 610 Charles Road, Shelby, NC. This workshop is designed to help you better manage your Diabetes and gain control of your health. To register call Cleveland County Cooperative Extension Center, 704-482-4365. Spaces are limited to 20.
Cleveland County Memorial Library
        On May 1, a library staff member, Joy Cushing will accompany vocalists who will perform a selection of Broadway tunes. Other programs are TBA.
        Through the Garden Gate happens every first and third Thursday from 12:15-12:45 in the Library Meeting Room. Iced tea and water are served and your bag lunch is welcome. Take a friend and enjoy something a little special on your lunch hour.
1st Annual Mack and Mary Jordan Foundation Golf Tournament
   1st Annual Mack and Mary Jordan Foundation Golf Tournament, Friday, May 2, at River Bend Golf Course. Sign-in 11:30-12:30pm, Lunch/Warm-up 11:30-12:45pm, Rules Meeting 12:45pm, Tee Time (Shotgun Start) 1:00pm. Cost: $60 player. $10 Mulligan and Red Tee Pgk. Door prizes, Mulligan and Red Tee Package tickets will be used in a drawing at the end of the round. Awards will be presented to: Winning team (regardless of handicap), Longest putt, Longest Drive, Closet to the Pin and Most accurate Drive. Free lunch and Range Balls for all registered golfers. Contact: Sherita Anderson, President, 704-813-9492. Email: www.mmjfoundation14@gamail.com. Register to play online before end of April, www.mandmjordan.org.
The 2nd Fishing for Firemen Bass Tournament
        The 2nd  Fishing for Firemen Bass Tournament will be May 3, rain or shine, at 3 possible lakes: Hickory, Noman, Wylie *SC rules apply. Lake will be drawn at meeting held at Ellenboro Fire Dept. Do not have to be present at meeting. Registration by phone information: Corey Church, 828-447-7350; Terry Horn, 828-289-2220 or by meeting at 5:30-7:30 at Ellenboro Fire Dept. May 2. $50 cash includes $10 Big Fish 50% payback (1 place per 5 boats). One big fish winner. Money and registration must be in hand before lake is drawn at 7:30pm Friday meeting. If boater does not attend meeting it is your responsibility to contact us after 7:30pm, May 2 to find out what lake is drawn. Standard Tournament Rules Apply: Live wells will be checked five fish per 2 man team. 2-12” - 3-14”. *Wylie, SC rules apply 5-15”. Ellenboro Fire Dept. is not responsible for accidents or damages. All proceeds will go the the Ellenboro Fire Dept. firemen’s fund.
Singles Dinner Group, Shelby
        Singles 50 and over meet for dinner the first Friday of the month at Golden Coral, Shelby at 6:00 p.m. and the third Thursday at Fishermans Feast at 5:30pm. We participate in dancing and other monthly activities. We invite new members to join us. For more info, call 704-406-9166.
Concerned Bikers Association of Cleveland County Golf Tournament
        Concerned Bikers Association of Cleveland County 4-Man, Captain’s Choice Golf Tournament will be May 3, at Woodbridge Golf Course, 1007 New Camp Creek Church Rd., Kings Mountain, NC. 10:00am Shotgun Start. 18 holes with cart, and meal, $200 team. There will be several other contests taking place. Putting Contest, Closet to the Pin, Longest Drive, Straightest Drive. One lucky person could ride away on SouthSide Customs’ Chopper, The Viper. Simply make a “Hole in One” on a par 3. Hole to be announced the day of the tournament.
Fiddlers Vineyard, Cherryville
        Wine N’ Whiskers, hosted by Fiddler’s Vineyard will be held May, 3, 12:00-8:00pm. Come out for a great day and a great cause! Enjoy a day of family fun, bring your pet, your kids and a lawn chair. There will be a pet costume contest, demonstration by Canine Extreme Shepherds, Food, various vendors selling their specialties, free face painting and music provided by local Blue Grass bands. Fiddlers Vineyard is a small local vineyard who has opened their gates and offered to host this event with much of the proceeds benefiting the Humane Society of Lincoln County Low Cost Spay/Neuter Program. Fiddler’s Vineyard will have wine tasting all day. All of their great wines will be available for sale. Won’t you come out and join the fun? Admission is $5, children under 12 free. Parking is free. No coolers permitted. Located at 320 Flint Hill Rd. Cherryville, NC. which is 1/2 mile off Hwy 274. North. Look for signs!
Shelby Lions Club
   Shelby Lions Club is sponsoring its third annual golf event Friday, May 9, at Deer Brook Golf Club, Shelby, NC. Registration is at 8:30am with tee off at 9:00am. This will be a 4-person Captain’s Choice, with fee of $60 per player, $240/Team. The fee includes lunch and a sleever of golf balls. There will be individual and team prizes, including cash prizes. The proceeds will benefit the Lions scholarship program for Shelby High School and their work with the Cleveland County Blind and visually impaired.
Lawndale Masonic Lodge Cookout & Yard Sale
   Lawndale Masonic Lodge #486, 134 Piedmont Dr., Lawndale, NC will have a shotgun raffle: a Benelli Nova 12 Gauge Pump, to be raffled off Saturday, May 10, at Lawndale Masonic Lodge Cookout & Yard Sale. Donation - $3 per ticket or 2 for $5. Do not have to be present to win.
Streaming Radio For Veterans’ Information
   Visit www.JohnnyShort.com and click on the Country Travelers Radio Show link for the latest information that concerns veterans and provides them with answers. There are over 240 archived shows that feature different topics. If you are a veteran and would like to be on the air with your comments, please all Johnny Short at 704-538-8408.
Kiwanis Club, Shelby
        Kiwanis Club of Shelby is a group of professionals who are involved in the community and looking to change Cleveland County, one child at a time. This fundraising and project oriented club meets the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month at noon at Deer Brook Restaurant, 201 Deer Brook Drive, Shelby, NC; or the 2nd Thursday evening of every month at 5:30pm at Dragonfly Wine Market, 101 West Warren Street, Shelby, NC. One evening social a month at area restaurants. Membership dues are $40 per quarter plus $60 per quarter if you attend lunch meetings. For more information or to join, please contact: David Barker, President, 704-472-1286, Peedidlr@gmail.com.
Cleveland County Head Start 2014-2015
       Cleveland County Head Start: Office of School Readiness. We are accepting applications for the 2014-2015 school year for the following schools: Bethware Elementary, Boiling Springs Elementary, East Elementary, Graham Elementary, James Love Elementary, Washington Elementary, Casar Elementary, Fallston Elementary, Grover Elementary, Marion Elementary, North Elementary, Township Three Elementary. For additional information contact The Office of School Readiness, 704-476-8064.
Mental Health Association of Cleveland County
        Survivors of Suicide Support Group meets twice a month, with a daytime and evening meeting. The Evening Group meets the 2nd Monday of every month from 6:30pm - 8:00pm at The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer (502 W. Sumter Street, Shelby, NC).  The Daytime Group meets the last Tuesday of every month from 11:30am - 1:30pm at the Cleveland Memorial Library (104 Howie Drive, Shelby, NC). Sponsored by the Mental Health Association in Cleveland County.This group is not intended for those who have personally survived a suicide attempt.  For details, contact the Mental Health Association at 704-481-8637 or mha@clevelandcountymha.org.
Piecemakers Quilt Guild
        Piecemakers Quilt Guild meets the first Wednesday of each month from 10:00am - 12:00pm at the Lincoln Co. Senior Center, Lincoln Campus of Gaston College, 511 Aspen St., Lincolnton. We are here to teach and encourage those interested in the art of quilting, visitors and new members are always welcome. Meetings includes a general business meeting, show-and-tell, and a program related to quilting. For more information contact Pam Haskins 704-280-8309.
Parents Without Partners, Shelby
       PWP meets every Monday night at 7:00 pm. at the Shelby Presbyterian Church for educational programs and at other times as scheduled for monthly social activities including: dances, plays, and concerts. The dances are held at the American Legion from 6:30pm - 10:00pm. every 1st & 3rd Thursday night of the month.  For more information, call Connie at 704-487-1268 or Jo Ann at 704-538-9559.


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