Saturday, September 7
What: Casar Community Yard Sale
When: 7:00 am, September 7
Where: Through the downtown streets of Casar, NC.
More Info: Sellers and buyers welcome. If you plan to sale get permission from land owner prior to setting up. Parking at Casar School and Casar Park for buyers. Please take your leftovers and trash with you.
Sunday, September 8
What: Broad River Genealogical Society Program
When: 3:00 pm, September 8
Where: American Legion Post #82, 1628 S Lafayette St., Shelby, NC
More Info: Broad River Genealogical Society Presents Mark Hughes: Mark will present a program based on his new book "Confederate Soldiers in the American Civil War" Mark Hughes uses historical photographs taken during the civil war to explain how Confederate soldiers lived and fought. Fellowship and refreshments served after presentation.
Monday, September 10
What: Depression and Anxiety Support Group
When: 6:00-7:00 pm, September 10 (second Tuesday of Month)
Where: The Cleveland County Memorial Library in the small conference room.
More Info: Contact Jodi at qtbeauty76@gmail.com with questions.
Saturday, September 28
What: 11th Annual Carolina Freight Get Together
When: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, September 28
Where: First Baptist Church Christian Outreach Center, 301 East First Street, Cherryville.
More Info: Admission $10, includes lunch buffet. Registration deadline: Sept. 20. Sponsored by C. Grier Beam Truck Museum, 704-435-3072.
Saturday, October 5
What: Car Show VAP 6070/6870/1034
When: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, October 5
Where: Shelby Walmart Store, 705 E. Dixon Blvd., Shelby, NC
More Info: This Car Show benefits Graham School. Entry fee $15 (cost includes meal). Food will be available for purchase, $5. Hotdogs, barbecue, potato chips and drink. Prizes will be award Best-In-Show, First Prize, Second Prize, and Third Prize.
Announcements
What: South Mountains State Park Interpretation and Education Schedule for September
Saturday, September 7 & 21, 11:00 am - Tree ID Hike. Jacob Fork Parking Area.
Saturday, September 7, 2:00 pm - Hug-A-Tree. Visitor Center. Join a park volunteer at the Visitor Center at 2:00pm to learn basic survival skills.
Sunday, September 8 &15, 2:00 pm - Fly Fishing 101. Visitor Center.
Get Hooked! Join a volunteer angler at the Visitor Center at 2:00pm for an introductory class on fly fishing.
Saturday, September 14, 11:00 am - Bears of South Mountains. Visitor Center. Join a ranger and learn about the black bears of the South Mountains and across NC.
Saturday, September 14, 2:00 pm - Intro to Backpacking. Visitor Center. Come by the visitor center and learn all about the basics of backpacking!
Sunday, September 22, 2:00 pm - Box Turtle Connection. Cicero Branch Parking Area. Join a ranger for a short hike along the River Trail and learn about North Carolina's state reptile, the eastern box turtle.
Saturday, September 28, 11:00 am - 17th Annual Nature Day Park-wide. Celebrate National Public Lands Day by learning and having fun! Join South Mountains State Park Rangers, Friends of South Mountains State Park and volunteers for lots of family-friendly, naturally wonderful exhibits and activities! This event is FREE. Burke County's trolley will be providing shuttle service from the Visitor Center to the main event area in the Jacob Fork Parking Area from 11-3. South Mountains Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary will have food and drinks for purchase.
Sunday, September 29, 2:00 pm - Fishing at Clear Creek. Clear Creek Access. Go Fish! Drop in and join a volunteer angler at the Clear Creek access from 2-4pm for an introductory class on fishing. Please bring all personal equipment available. Classes may vary based on interest and skill level of the participants. NC Wildlife Resources Commission fishing regulations still apply. All ages and all types of fishing rods are welcome. Class will meet at the Clear Creek access off Orchard Road, Morganton, NC 28655
More Info: Contact the park office for more information. 828-433-4772