Lawndale Historical Society
The Lawndale Historical Society will hold an Open House on Sunday, June 14, 2015, at 3:00pm, at the Lawndale Museum. One of the new exhibits features the life of J.T. and Lue Senior Laughlin. Entertainment and refreshments will be by the Laughlin Family.
Shelby Lions Club
The Shelby Lions Club will be distributing USDA Commodities on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at the Cleveland County Fair Ground. Those who wish to come to the fairground on that day and fill out an application will only need some identification and must live in Cleveland County. If a person is unable to come in person, they must 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.
Shelby City Park
The Shelby City Park will be holding summer gymnastics classes beginning June 15, 2015. Classes are held Monday through Thursday during the weeks of June 15, July 13, July 20 and August 3. Times vary depending on the age and skill level of the student. The fee is $40 per week. Classes are co-ed and available for children 3 and up. Contact Dot at 704-538-3834 or dotjh@bellsouth.net. Registration forms are also available at Shelby City Park.
The Town of Waco
The Town of Waco will hold the monthly meeting on Thursday, June 18, 2015 at 7:00pm, located at Waco Town Hall, 200 AW Black Street Waco, NC 28169. Everyone is invited.
Hospice Cleveland County
Hospice Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC, Calendar of Events for June, 2015:
"Camp Mostly Smiles" - This is a one-day retreat for children ages 6-16 who are grieving the loss of a loved one. Participants will have the opportunity to express their grief through writing, crafts, play activities and group discussions. Professionals who are trained in grief and loss will facilitate the retreat. Forms are available online at www.hospicecares.cc, at HCC Administrative Offices, or by calling 704-487-4677. Friday, June 19, 2015, 9:00am - 3:00pm, Shelby City Park, 850 W. Sumter Street, Shelby, NC.
"Hospice Volunteer Training Class" - Hospice training is open to anyone who is interested in learning more about hospice care and the services provided to the community. This 12-hour course is free. To get credit for the entire course, you will need to attend both days at the time offered. For more information, contact 704-487-4666, ext. 111. Monday, June 22 and Tuesday, June 23, 2015, 10:00am - 4:00pm, Hospice Cleveland County Administration Building.
"Reflections" Support Group - This grief sharing group meets for six weeks. No cost and open to anyone who has lost a loved one. If you plan to attend one of our groups, please make every effort to attend all six sessions. Registration forms are available at HCC Administrative Offices or by calling 704-487-4677. Tuesdays: June 23, 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, 2015, 5:30pm - 7:00pm, Hospice Cleveland County Administration Building.
Foothills Detachment, Marine Corps League, Shelby
The Foothills Detachment, Marine Corps League, 127 West Grover Street, Shelby, NC invites all active duty and honorably discharged veterans and families to attend a Military breakfast/Memorial Brick laying service on Saturday, June 20, 2015. The families of our fallen brothers are encourages to attend. The service will include rifle squad, taps and flag folding. Contact Toney King at 704-739-7051.
Cleveland Lincoln County Rose Society
Cleveland Lincoln County Rose Society will be holding a meeting at the Cleveland County Agricultural Office, 130 S. Post Road, Shelby, NC, next to Food Lion, Sunday, June 28, 2015, at 2:30pm. The program will be 'Photographing Roses and Flowers' given by Lincoln Photography Club members, Alice Greene & Carol Lake. Fred Wright, member of Cleveland Lincoln County Rose Society will give a slide program showing his 35+ new roses he has hybridized. Fred's roses are available for purchase on line at K & M Nurseries in Mississippi. Members will be making plans for our 42nd annual Rose Show September 26, 2015, at the Cleveland County Agricultural Office. Visitors and new members are always welcome. Refreshments will be served.
Lawndale Museum
The Lawndale Museum, will be open each Sunday afternoon, June through October, 2:00-4:00pm. Two locations: Piedmont Drive, Lawndale, NC and Metcalf Station, Hwy 226 N.
Shelby Friends 45 and Over
Shelby friends 45 and over enjoy meals together, activities, picnics and scheduled events including dinner at 5:30pm, first Friday of the month, at Golden Coral and Fisherman's Feast, third Thursday. If interested, please call 704-406-9557.
Methodist Churches Offer Summer Neighborhood Lunch Program
Methodist Churches offer Summer Neighborhood Lunch Program for children, every Monday, Wednesday and Friday,. July 6 thru July 31, 2015 (rain or shine), 12:00-1:30pm, at Polkville Park/Park Drive, Polkville, NC. Missionial Network 13 Methodist Churches are: Casar, Clover Hill, Double Shoals, Durham, Friendship, Kistler, Lawndale, Mount Moriah, New Home, Oak Grove, Palm Tree, Philadelphia, Pleasant Hill, Polkville, Rehobeth, and Saint Paul. Please register for the event ASAP by contacting Kenny at 704-538-8358 or visit their facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/MissionalNetwork13; or contact via email: Missionial.Network13@carolina.rr.com. Meals are free to children and teens ages 18 and younger who come to the summer meal site. Food served is health and follows USDA nutrition guidelines. No application or proof of income needed.
Cleveland County Schools Preschool
Attention All Parents. Cleveland County Schools Preschool is accepting applications for the 2015-2016 school year. Bethware Elementary, Boiling Springs Elementary, Casar Elementary, East Elementary, Fallston Elementary, Graham Elementary, Grover Elementary, James Love Elementary, Jefferson Elementary, Marion Elementary, North Elementary, Township Three Elementary, Union Elementary, Washington Elementary, West Elementary. This program is for eligible children, 4 years of age or who will be by August 31, of this year. They will be given priority and 3 year old eligible children will fill any remaining openings. The program is designed for families with low to moderate income, regardless of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, special needs or disabling condition. Bus transportation is available for children who live within the assigned school district. Contact the Office of School Readiness, 704-476-8064.
Child Support Announces Anonymous Tip Line
The Cleveland County Child Support Office has opened a new tip Line to allow the public to anonymously report the whereabouts and any other information of noncustodial parents who may be avoiding establishment and/or enforcement of a child support order. Tipsters will be able to call the Tip Line 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. They will not be asked to leave their name or any other identifying information. When calling the Tip Line, helpful information would include the noncustodial parent's full name, date of birth, current address, phone number, place of employment, vehicle tag number, or any other information that could lead to the location of the person. The number for the Tip Line is 704-487-0661 and when prompted for an extension, dial extension 727.
Shelby No-Name Al-Anon Family Group
Shelby No-Name Al-Anon Family Group meets on Mondays from 12:00-1:00pm, at Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 502 W. Sumter St., Shelby, NC. The purpose of al-anon is to provide support to friends and families of alcoholics. Anyone who is affected by someone else's use of alcohol or drugs is invited to attend. Call Mary at 704-477-8390 for additional information.
Benefit Fundraiser for Jennifer Franklin
Crossroads Baptist Church will sponsor a benefit fundraiser Saturday, June 13, 2015, for Jennifer Franklin to help with numerous medical expenses. Yard sale begins at 8:00am; hot dog sale and bake sale begin at 11:00am in Fallston, at Stamey's old store building.
Fundraiser for Doug Fortenberry Cooker Fund
There will be a Rib Sale Fundraiser for Doug Fortenberry Cooker Fund. Doug and his team help Hospice Cleveland County, Teddy Bear's Beach Run, and countless others in our community. Money from this sale will go toward materials to help build a new cooker used at these area fundraisers. The sale will be Friday, June 19, 2015, at American Red Cross, 1333 Fallston Road, Shelby, NC. Rib pickup: 4:00pm - 6:00pm. The original Ed Fortenberry special recipe is back. $25 per rack by order only while supplies last! To order call 704-751-3593. Deadline for orders is Monday, June 15, 2015. Ribs not picked up by 6:00pm will be sold.

Shelby High School Class of 1955
The Shelby High School Class of 1955 has planned their 60th reunion on Friday, August 21 and Saturday, August 22, 2015. Friday, August 21: early arrivals will meet at Alston Bridges BBQ at 3:00pm for a 'taste of hometown BBQ'. Friday evening there will be a performance by "Elvis and his Band" at the Don Gibson Theatre. The lounge opens at 6:30 and doors to the theatre open at 7:30pm with the concert beginning at 8:00pm. Saturday noon: classmates will meet in the private dining room for a luncheon at Ichiban, 1712 East Dixon Blvd., Shelby, NC. An afternoon tour is planned after the luncheon. Saturday night will be a social time and dinner at the Don Gibson Theatre. Doors to the lounge will open at 5:00pm with hors d'oeuvres, a cash bar and "meet and greet". 6:00pm: dinner of BBQ pork and chicken with all the trimmings will be catered by Harry McKee. After the meal, class pictures will be made. Reservations for special seating at the "Elvis" show on Friday must be made by July 10, 2015. Reservations for the Saturday night dinner must be made by August 7, 2015. For further information contact Jan Dumas at 704-418-1865 or Buddy Carter at 704-482-4190.