Cleveland County Library, Shelby
Cleveland County Library, 104 Howie Drive, Shelby, NC will hold an Art Exhibit Friday, September 1, 2017. Artist Sue Brabham- Rev Sue Brabham, a retired RN, singer, artist and public speaker, now pursues her passions for all things creative. After spending 40 years working as a nurse, she feels it is time to follow her dreams. She obtained her Bachelor's in Nursing after high school and became an ordained minister 8 years ago. She has always had an eye for beauty around her and often tells people that "she can see beauty where others cannot". She first displayed her art on the boardwalk in Ocean City, NJ when she was just 15, and has drawn and painted ever since. She is a self-taught artist that paints from her heart. While Sue generally works with acrylics, she also likes to use oils and mixed media. When asked about her biggest accomplishment in art she will readily tell you of the painting that she did for iconic country singer Dolly Parton! "I just love to paint; but more than that, I love to put a smile on someone's face". So whether it's canvas, wood, glass or walls, you can usually find Sue painting on something! Or singing or writing or speaking somewhere!
South Mountains State Park, Connelly Springs
South Mountains State Park Environmental Programs:
Saturday, September 2, 2017 - "Streamside Hike" - Join a Park Ranger for an easy walk to learn more about the Jacob Fork River. We'll talk about watersheds, common plants and animals, and water quality. Meet at the Jacob Fork Parking Area at 11:00am. "Skulls & Skins" Look for a Park Ranger and his interesting display of skulls and skins at the Visitor Center. Drop by between 2:00-3:00pm and hear about some of the animals that call South Mountains State Park home.
Sunday, September 3, 2017 - "Black Bears: Majestic Creatures of the Wild" - How dangerous are black bears? Can we coexist? Why are black bears so unique? What should I do if I see a black bear? The program will begin at 2:00pm in the Visitor Center.
Saturday, September 9, 2017 - "Streamside Hike" - Join a Park Ranger for an easy walk to learn more about the Jacob Fork River. We'll talk about watersheds, common plants and animals, and water quality. Meet at the Jacob Fork Parking Area at 11:00am. "Skulls & Skins" - Look for a Park Ranger and his interesting display of skulls and skins at the Visitor Center. Drop by between 2:00-3:00pm and hear about some of the animals that call South Mountains State Park home.
Sunday, September 10, 2017 - "Black Bears: Majestic Creatures of the Wild" - How dangerous are black bears? Can we coexist? Why are black bears so unique? What should I do if I see a black bear? The program will begin at 2:00 pm in the Visitor Center. "Fly Fishing 101" - Get Hooked! Join angler Jeff Newton at the Visitor Center at 2:00 pm for an introductory class on fly fishing. Please bring all personal equipment available. Classes may vary based on interest and skill level of the participants. North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission fishing regulations still apply.
Saturday, September 16, 2017 - "Streamside Hike" - Join a Park Ranger for an easy walk to learn more about the Jacob Fork River. We'll talk about watersheds, common plants and animals, and water quality. Meet at the Jacob Fork Parking Area at 11:00am. "Wilderness Survival 101" - covers basic survival information as covered in the Boy Scouts of America handbook. Topics covered will include basic first aid, shelter and others based on class interest and instructor discretion. Program will be presented by park volunteer, Jeff Newton, who also teaches Fly Fishing 101 and has a great deal of experience in the outdoors. Program is free and open to the public. Please meet at the Visitor Center at 2:00pm.
Sunday, September 17, 2017 - "Masked Bandits" - Fact or Fiction: Do raccoons wash their food? Find out the answer to this and much more about those furry little "masked bandits" at South Mountains State Park. Meet Ranger Amanda at the Visitor Center at 2:00pm to learn a few myths and legends as well as fun facts about raccoons. All ages welcome! "Fly Fishing 101" - Get Hooked! Join angler Jeff Newton at the Visitor Center at 2:00 pm for an introductory class on fly fishing. Please bring all personal equipment available. Classes may vary based on interest and skill level of the participants. North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission fishing regulations still apply.
Saturday, September 23, 2017 - "Streamside Hike" - Join a Park Ranger for an easy walk to learn more about the Jacob Fork River. We'll talk about watersheds, common plants and animals, and water quality. Meet at the Jacob Fork Parking Area at 11:00am. "Knot Tying 101" - Knot tying is a fundamental skill for many tasks. Whether you are a beginning climber, backpacker or just want to learn a few knots. Join a Ranger at the Visitor Center at 2:00 pm.
Sunday, September 24, 2017 - "The 10 Essentials" - What items should you always carry with you when hiking? Meet a Park Ranger at the Visitor Center at 2:00pm to learn about the "10 Essentials". "Fly Fishing 101" - Get Hooked! Join angler Jeff Newton at the Visitor Center at 2:00pm for an introductory class on fly fishing. Please bring all personal equipment available. Classes may vary based on interest and skill level of the participants. North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission fishing regulations still apply.
Saturday, September 30, 2017 - "15th Annual Nature Day" - Join us from 11:00-3:00 for the 15th Annual Nature Day at the park. A variety of programs, exhibits, hikes and music are scheduled for your enjoyment. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Contact the park office for more information at (828) 433-4772.
South Mountains State Park is located south of Morganton off of old Highway 18. We welcome the community to join us for our monthly educational interpretive programs. Call the park office at (828) 433-4772 for more information.

Hartley's Dream Ride
Hartley's Dream Ride. Poker Run to fund second year at ClemsonLIFE, Saturday, September 9, 2017, at Tilley's H-D of Statesville. Registration at Tilley HD at 9:30am. $20 for single, $25 for two up. First bike out at 10:00am, last bike in at 3:30pm. Best Hand $250, Worst Hand and Most Aces $50 each. Prizes and 50/50 awarded at 4:00pm. There will be food, door prizes, and a great band! Contact Dakota at 704-300-9025; Hillbilly at 828-499-2303; Wayne at 828-291-3204 or find the event on Facebook!
City of Shelby Labor Day Holiday Closings
Garbage and Recycling for Monday, September 4, 2017 will be collected a day later on Tuesday, September 5, 2017. All city offices will be closed observing Labor Day as a Holiday. Please view the Holiday Closings for the 2017 Sanitation/Recycling Schedules on your calendars or at www.cityofshelby.com. For additional information call our automated line at 704-484-6837 or contact Public Works at 704-484-6846.
Hospice Cleveland County
Hospice Cleveland County will hold "Paint & Sip" Thursday, September 14, 2017, 5:00pm - 7:30pm at Owl's Eye Vineyard & Winery, 1414 Metcalf Road, Shelby, NC or Thursday, September 21, 2017, 5:00pm - 7:30pm, at Cherryville Country Club, 200 Club Drive, Cherryville, NC. Uncork your creativity and support a great cause. Food, door prizes, wine and gifts for sale, dress casual. A local artist will take you step by step through the process of creating your own masterpiece. No art experience necessary. Ticket includes: food, wine tasting, as well as all art supplies. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased at Hospice Cleveland County or online at www.hospicecares.cc and on Facebook - HOSPICE CLEVELAND COUNTY. Proceeds support the general operations of Hospice Cleveland County.
Hospice Cleveland County will hold a Chicken Dinner Friday, October 27, 2017, at American Red Cross, 1333 Fallston Road, Shelby, NC and Testa Family Hospice House, 321 Kings Mountain Blvd., Kings Mountain, NC, 4:00pm - 7:00pm. Chicken prepared by Doug Fortenberry. (1/2 Chicken, slaw, pickles, baked beans, roll, dessert) Drive-thru only! Proceeds support the general operations of Hospice Cleveland County. For more information, please contact Pam Sharts at 704-751-3573 or visit www.hospicecares.cc.
Broad River Alliance, Shelby
The Broad River Alliance will host a Fundraiser Event on Saturday, September 9, 2017, at Double Shoals Mill, 199 Old Mill Rd., Shelby, NC. This is a fundraiser event to raise money for the Broad River Alliance (which does a great job to keep the broad river shed clean) and also to help keep Double Shoals mill open. Suggested Donation of $10. There will be food (details to follow) and drinks for all. Schedule of events: 10:00am - 3:00pm. River Clean up. Bring water and a lunch. Be there and ready to begin at 10:00am. Band Schedule 3:00-4:30. Open and available 4:30-6:00. Dale Brittain Music 6-7; Roadside Alice 7-9; Bruised Rhino 9-til --- Luke, Brady, Todd, Rush. Camping is an additional $10 donation. Things to bring: camp chairs or blanket to sit on, outdoor games (corn hole, etc....), swim clothes to play in the river, tubes if you want to go tubing. and all of your friends and family! If you would like to be a part of this let them know.
Alzheimer's Association - Western Carolina Chapter
The Alzheimer's Association - Western Carolina Chapter is inviting area residents to join the fight to end Alzheimer's by participating in the 2017 Gastonia Walk to End Alzheimer's® on Saturday, September 9, 2017 at the Rotary Centennial Pavilion, Gastonia, NC. This event is Gaston County's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support, and research. Walk participants will complete a one to two mile walk and will learn about Alzheimer's disease, advocacy opportunities, clinical studies enrollment, and support programs and services from the Alzheimer's Association. Walk participants will also join in a meaningful tribute ceremony to honor those affected by Alzheimer's disease.
2nd Annual Car Show, Lincolnton
2nd Annual Auto, Truck & Bike Show benefit for Youth Ministry and in loving memory of Mike Kimray will be held Saturday, September 9, 2017 10:00am - 2:00pm. Entry fee $15 for participants. Spectators - free. Open to participants at 8:00am for set up. Prizes and Awards will be given at Show. BBQ Plates, desserts, drinks available. $8/plate. Come see Vision Racing Ministries! Roll Cage, flags and learn about racing. Rain Date September 16, 2017. Come with your family for a fun day and support our Youth!
Shelby Lions Club
The Shelby Lions Club will be distributing USDA Commodities on Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at the Cleveland County Fair Ground. Those who wish to come to the fairground on Wednesday, September 13th and fill out an application will only need to give their home address. They must live in Cleveland County. Those unable to come in person, they may send a note stating the number in the family, their address and their whole family income, signed by them. The distribution is based on the number in the family and the income of the household.
The Library at the Ruby C. Hunt YMCA
The Library at the Ruby C. Hunt YMCA, 1322 Patrick Ave, Shelby, NC, would like children ages 2nd-6th grades to join them for "LEGO at the Library" 2nd Thursday of each month, 4:00pm-5:00pm, September 14, 2017; October 12, 2017, November 9, 2017, December 14, 2017, January 11, 2018, February 8, 2018, March 8, 2018, April 12, 2018, May 10, 2018. Registration required. Limited to 30 participants. For more information, call 704-669-3648. They would also like for you to join them for Faith Journaling. Inspiring; Transforming; Connecting; Interacting. Bring your own journaling supplies. Wednesday, September 20, 2017, 1:00pm- 2:00pm. Meet in the Library at the Ruby C. Hunt YMCA. Additional dates: October 18, 2017, November 15, 2017 and December 20, 2017. For more information contact Karen Bell- kbell@clevecoymca.org or call 704-669-3648.
Shelby Senior Friends Dinner Group
Shelby Senior friends Dinner Group invites you to join them the third Thursday of the month at Showmars at 5:00pm for supper and alternative local restaurants the first Friday of each month. They are a casual group of friends who enjoy spending time together and many have found lasting friendships and relationships. Feel free to bring a friend and some fresh ideas. For more information, please call 704-707-5344.
REUNIONS
Crest High School Alumni Party
Crest High School Alumni Party will be held Saturday, September 30, 2017 at Deer Brook Golf Club in Shelby, NC. Tickets are $35 each. This is for Crest Classes 1968-1980. Please call 704-297-0771 or Jeanette Phillips at 980-295-8923 or you may send money to Jeanette Phillips, 831 Quinn Drive, Shelby, NC 28152. Also you may purchase tickets from Phyllis Hosch, Sarah Littlejohn, Bobby Littlejohn or Daphe Sims.
KMHS Class of 1971 Reunion Luncheon
Kings Mountain High School Class of 1971 Reunion Luncheon will be held at Italian Gardens Restaurant, 213 East King Street, Kings Mountain, NC, on Saturday October 28, 2017, at 11:00am. Honorary Seating at Homecoming on Friday, October 27, 2017. Dutch treat. Please feel free to bring a spouse or friend. Please help pass the word. For more information, join their online group at www.facebook.com/KM Class of 1971 Reunion or text/call Susan Fite Lovelace at 704-616-5675.