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Neighborhood Calendar June 2, 2016

Dover Foundation YMCA
Swimming is an important life skill, as well as great exercise! During group or Private Swim Lessons at the YMCA your child will learn the skills they need to safely enjoy any aquatic environment! Private lessons are on-going and available at your convenience. 1 Session consists of 5 lessons of 30 minutes each. The cost is $50 for members and $90 for potential members! Group lesson sessions are 2 weeks long and run Monday-Thursday of both weeks from 5:45-6:30. The cost is $40 for members and $65 for potential members! Call today or come by the Welcome Center at the YMCA to sign up!
12th Annual Renee Ledford Memorial Party and Poker Run
The 12th Annual Renee Ledford Memorial Party and Poker Run will be held at a new location, Fri.-Sat., June 3-4, 2016, 212 Independent Way (Race Path Church Road), Ellenboro, NC (event previously held at Circle J Music Park). Gate opens Friday at 10:00am. Admission $20 for the weekend. $10 Friday night only. All proceeds to benefit the Cleveland Rutherford Kidney Association. For additional information contact Jukebox at 704-466-8544, Boxcar at 704-477-1649 or Iceman at 828-477-2454.
Cleveland County Branch NAACP
The Cleveland County Branch NAACP will be hosting its Annual Rev. M. L. Campbell Membership Banquet on Saturday, June 4, 2016 at 6:00pm at the Shiloh Baptist Church Mary Weathers Family Life Center, 1000 Frederick Street, Shelby, NC 28150. The keynote speaker will be the Rev. Travis McEntyre, Pastor of the Harvest House Baptist Church, Mooresboro, NC, and President of the Rutherford County Branch NAACP. You are invited to come out and witness this spirit-filled, dynamic speaker. Ads are available. Deadline date for ads will be Monday, May 23, 2016 and ticket monies will be due no later than Saturday, May 28, 2016. Political ads are also welcomed. For further information, please contact Esther Campbell, (704-739-3352) or Dorothy Ann Mask, (704-466-5901).
Hospice Cleveland County
Hospice Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC, Calendar of Events:
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 all days at one of the times offered. For more information, contact ext. 111. Monday, June 6, 2016, Tuesday, June 7, 2016, Thursday, June 9, 2016, 8:00am - Noon or 5:30pm - 9:30pm, Hospice Cleveland County Administration Building.
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 17, 2016 • 9:00am - 3:00pm Shelby City Park, 850 W. Sumter Street • Shelby, NC
Memory Bear & Pillow Workshop - Participants will have the opportunity to make a teddy bear or pillow out of a loved one's shirt or other article of clothing. Children are welcome if accompanied by an adult. Space is limited. Please call one of our Grief Counselors at 704-487-4677 to reserve your space. Third Tuesday of each month, alternating locations. Tuesday, June 21, 2016, 9:00am - Noon or 4:00pm - 7:00pm, Testa Family Hospice House & Tuesday, July 19, 2016, 9:00am - Noon or 4:00pm - 7:00pm, Hospice Cleveland County Administration Building.
"Reflections" Sharing 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 Office or by calling 704-487-4677. Thursdays: June 23, 30, and July 7, 14, 21, 28, 2016, 5:30pm - 7:00pm, Hospice Cleveland County Administration Building.
The Shelby Chapter of Friendship Force International
The Shelby chapter of Friendhip Force International is planning trips to Portland, Oregon, in June of 2017 and to Tasmania and New Zealand in September of 2017. Individuals or couples interested in one or both of these trips are invited to attend a Meet and Greet hosted by the Shelby chapter on Sunday, June 5, 2016, from 2 to 4, at the Main Street Meetings Building at 108 East Main Street, Forest City. For further information about Friendship Force International, go to their website, www.thefriendshipforce.org.
Cherryville Little Theatre
Auditions for Alice in Wonderland, adapted by Jason Pizzarello from the stories of Lewis Carroll, will be Monday and Tuesday, June 6 and 7, 2016, from 6:00pm - 8:00pm. Ages 7-13. Show dates are July 22 and 23, 2016 (matinee and evening show on 23rd). Rehearsals are July 5-22, Mon.-Fri., 6:00-8:00pm. Registration fee: $75. For more information, contact Sarah Fox aranelperian@yahoo.com.
4-H Youth Development's Summer Fun Program
4-H Youth Development's Summer Fun Program is an extension of the Cleveland County 4-H program. 4-H offers camps, classes, competitions, group experiences, teaching and learning opportunities for youth ages 5-18. Summer Dates: June 8-10, 13-17, 2016, Arts and Crafts Discovery, 8-5, ages 7-13; June 19-24, Millstone 4-H Camp, overnight, ages 8-14; June 28 - July 1, Farm and Food Investigations, 8-5, ages 9-13; July 5-8, Outdoor Adventures, 8-5, ages 11-14; July 11-15, Arts and Crafts Discovery 2, 8-5, ages 9-13; July 25-27, Sew It Up (Sewing camp), 9-3, ages 10-13; July 31 - August 2, Millstone Shooting Sports Camp, overnight, ages 10-17; August 1-5, Mini Society, 8-3, ages 9-13; August 8-11, Science 101, 8-4, ages 9-13; August 16-18, Girls Rock! 8-4, ages 11-15. Reserve your spot before classes fill up! To register, simply download the Summer Fun registration forms form our website at https://cleveland.ces.ncsu.edu/spotlight/cleveland-co-4-h-summer-fun-schedule/ or stop by the office to pick up a copy. You can mail or drop off the completed forms with payment to Cleveland County 4-H, 130 South Post Rd., Suite 1, Shelby, NC 28152. Questions, call the Cleveland County Cooperative Extension Office, 704-482-4365.
Solid Rock Garden, Lawndale
Solid Rock Garden Work Day will be Thursday, June 9, 2016 starting at 5:30pm. An existing community garden on the grounds of the Upper Cleveland Rescue Squad (1032 W Stage Coach Trail, Lawndale, NC 28090). People are invited to grow food for themselves & local food pantry. The garden needs quite a bit of attention/love and all help is appreciated! Bring gardening tools and gloves. Water and food provided. All skill levels are welcome! For more info email: solidrockgarden@gmail.com.
Shelby High School Class of 1955
Shelby High School Class of 1955 will hold a monthly get together on the second Friday of each month at Ichiban's Buffet on East Dixon Blvd. in Shelby, NC. All classmates and guests are welcome to join us for food and fellowship. Mark your calendar for Friday, June 10, 2016 at 11:30am and on the second Friday of each month. For more information, check our Facebook page, "SHS 1955".


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