| Neighborhood Calendar March 21st Edition |
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Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance, Shelby
DBSA support groups are open to anyone who is diagnosed with a mood disorder, has a family member or friend who is diagnosed, or who thinks they might have depression or bipolar disorder. DBSA support groups are not run by professionals, but instead offer peer-to-peer support. The support group meets every Tuesday from 6:30-8:00pm at The Episcopal Church in Shelby. For questions or information contact 704-232-5147 or laura@dbsafoothills.com.
Kiwanis Club, Shelby
Kiwanis Club of Shelby meets the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month at noon at Deer Brook Restaurant, 201 Deer Brook Drive, Shelby. 704-482-4419. Membership dues are $110 per quarter which includes meals and dues.
NAMI Rutherford Cleveland
The National Alliance on Mental Illness/Rutherford Cleveland hosts a Mental Illness Family Support Group, always on the 3rd Tuesday of the month, 6:30-8:00pm., Cleveland County Red Cross Building, 1333 Fallston Road, Shelby, NC. This Family Support Group is specifically geared to the parents, grandparents, spouses, siblings, adult children and close relatives of persons suffering from severe and persistent mental illnesses. The illnesses covered are: Depression (unipolar), Manic Depression (bipolar), Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and other neurobiological brain disorders. These meetings are confidential and a safe place to talk with other families members going through the same experiences. We Are Families Helping Families! For more information please call Betty Frye at 704-434-5166 or 704-583-0845.
NAMI Rutherford - Cleveland Education Forum: Thursday, March 21, 7:00pm, Rutherford Regional Hospital, The Crawford Building, 288 South Ridge Rd., Rutherfordton, NC 28139. The Crawford building is located to the right of the main Hospital facility as you enter at the front entrance. Park in the marked parking lot directly in front of the Crawford Building. Enter through center door labeled ‘Education Conference Room’. Refreshments will be served. Everyone is welcome! Speaker: Dr. Terry L. Ledford. Terry L. Ledford, PhD, is a licensed psychologist with more than thirty years of experience providing psychotherapy in private practice. Through those years he has developed a combination of therapeutic stories and cognitive techniques helping many people heal their heart wounds. Terry has recently authored the book and leads the course, Parables for a Wounded Heart: Overcoming the Wounds to Your Self-Esteem and Transforming Your Perception of You. He lives in Western North Carolina.
Cleveland County Memorial Library, Shelby
Cleveland County Memorial Library, 104 Howie Drive, Shelby.
THROUGH THE GARDEN GATE…Spend your lunch hour at the library and feed your mind! The Main Library in Shelby is continuing the series of programs for our community that will give folks a chance to spend their lunch hour being entertained. The idea is to bring your bag lunch and the library will provide water, tea and a great program. The programs will be held in the Plaster Meeting Room and you can “come through the garden gate” entrance. The programs will be on the first and third Thursdays of every month from 12:15 to 12:45 and will feature stories, music and educational topics. The month of March’s programs are: March 21: Suspense and Thriller Stories with storyteller, Georgiana Wright.
Council on Aging/Neal Senior Center
The Council on Aging/Neal Senior Center will once again provide free, tax preparation service at the Council on Aging/Senior Center 100 T.R. Harris Drive, Shelby, February 5 - April 15, 9:00am - 4:00pm; Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Call 704-482-3488 to schedule an appointment. Services Offered: 1. Free income tax preparation 2. Free printing (client copy) 3. Free e-filing (government copy). For basic U.S. and N.C. /S.C. returns: These documents are required to complete your taxes: 1. A picture I.D. 2. Social Security Card for all names on tax form (Not a copy) 3. Last year’s Tax Return 4. All W-2 forms – interest statements…etc.
“Bingo” - At Council on Aging/Senior Center, 100 T.R. Harris Drive, Shelby, NC. Each Monday Night (except holidays). Doors open at 5:30 (no admittance after 7:00pm). Jackpot up to $500.00 – Public invited 12 years old and up.
A Parkinson Support Group Meeting will be held the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. at the Neal Sr. Center, 100 Harris Dr., Shelby. Sgl. Doug Murphy 704-487-8822.
2013 Baseball Sign-ups, Shelby City Park
Sign-ups for baseball (league ages 8-17 years) will be held from Monday, February 18th - Monday, April 1. The Park Office will be closed on Friday March 29th in observance of Easter. Sign-up hours are 8:30am - 5:30pm Mondays - Fridays. Special sign-up day will be Saturday, March 23rd from 9am - 1pm. Sign-ups include Pee Wee Baseball (8-10 yrs.), Little Tar Heel Baseball (11 & 12 yrs.), Junior Tar Heel Baseball (13 & 14 yrs.) and Senior Tar Heel Baseball (15-17 yrs.). League ages are as of May 1st, 2013. When signing up a player must have a parent of guardian present and a copy of their birth certificate, if they did not play in the league last year. A $22 registration fee if player lives inside the city limits of Shelby or a $37 registration fee for all others is also required at sign-up. Both new and returning players must sign-up in order to be eligible to participate! Players involved with AAU or USSSA are welcome to register and play with City Park Leagues. T-Ball/Coach Pitch sign-ups (ages 5,6, & 7 years) will be held Monday, February 18th through Friday, May 3rd. League ages and registration requirements are the same as those above. For more info call the Park Office at 704-484-6811 or visit us on the web @ www.cityofshelby.com/parks.
Western Piedmont Gamecock Club
We are an Informal gathering of people interested in University of South Carolina Athletics. We meet several times a year to discuss Gamecocks athletics, get latest recruiting reports, and occasionally have speakers from the USC Athletic Department. If you are interested in learning more about our group just email any of the following: jm_lybrand@yahoo.com, ldooley99@yahoo.com, jbarnette4@carolina.rr.com or call 704-487-0574.
Habitat for Humanity, Cleveland County
Habitat is accepting applications for a Habitat home. These are modest, 3 bedroom, 2 bath homes of approximately 1,100 sq. ft. The first step in applying is to fill out an Initial Application. These applications can be obtained at our Habitat ReStore on Grover St. or by calling the Habitat office at 704-482-6200. Completed applications must be turned in by April 1st. Requirements to qualify are: a need for affordable, standard housing; a steady (though modest) source of income; a Cleveland County resident for a minimum of 1 year; willingness to partner with Habitat (sweat equity).
Cleveland County Arts Council
Cleveland County Arts Council, 111 S. Washington St., Shelby, NC will be having a “Student Art Exhibit & Competition”. Opening Reception for Everyone: Thursday, March 21, 6:30-7:30pm. Exhibit Dates: March 21 - April 18, Mon. - Fri., 9:00am - 5:30pm. Free to attend. Artwork by Cleveland County students in grades k-12 will be on exhibit during this annual competition which recognizes and gives cash prizes to the brightest young artists of tomorrow. www.ccartscouncil.org
Cleveland County March Blood Drives
Thursday, March 21 - 3:00pm-7:00pm, Woodbridge HOA, 1115 Stoney Point Road, Kings Mountain.
Saturday, March 23 - 9:00am-1:00pm, Buffalo Baptist, 108 Buffalo Church Road, Shelby.
Hospice Cleveland County Events for February
Hospice Cleveland County, Hospice Cleveland County Administration Building, 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, will be holding the upcoming events: 704-487-4677.
“Hearts For Hospice Fundraiser” - For a $1 donation (or more), you can purchase a heart to display in your home, office, church, anywhere you wish. There is a place for you to put “In Honor/Memory” of a loved one and a line for “From”. Hearts can be purchased at the Hospice Administration Building or by calling 704-487-4677 ext. 163.
“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. Please RSVP to ext. 166 if you plan to attend. Tuesday Mornings: March 26 and April 2, 9, 11:30am - 1:00pm; Tuesday Evenings: March 26 and April 2, 9, 5:30pm - 7:00pm, Hospice Cleveland County Administration Building.
“Hospice 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 and there is no obligation to volunteer. 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. March 28, 9:30am - 1:30pm or 5:30pm - 9:30pm, Hospice Cleveland County Administration Building.
Chicken Dinner - Friday, April 5, 3:00pm - 7:00pm. $10 a plate. (1/2 chicken, slaw, pickles, baked beans, roll, dessert). Chicken prepared by Doug Fortenberry. Drive-Thru only! For tickets call: 704-487-4677. Proceeds go to support Hospice Cleveland County, Shelby. 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC. Opportunities for involvement: Platinum Sponsor - $1,000: Company’s logo printed on flyers promoting event as well as Hospice website and Facebook page; Your company’s banner displayed at the event; Sponsor will recieve 12 tickets; Participant at the event by assisting in the drive-thru line. Wear your company shirt or name tag and hand out information about your business. Over 1,000 tickets were sold to last years event. What an opportunity to show your company’s commitment to helping others! Gold Sponsor - $500: Smaller company logo printed on flyers promoting event as well as Hospice website and Facebook page; Sponsor will receive 9 tickets. Silver Sponsor - $100: Listing on flyers promoting event as well as Hospice website and Facebook page; Sponsor will receive 4 tickets. For more information, please contact Pam Isaacs at 704-751-3573.
Cleveland County Schools
Cleveland County Schools Preschool Screening for the 2013-2014 preschool classes, for Children who live in Cleveland County and will be 4 years old by August 31, 2013, will be: March 18-22 (No make-up screening will be offered), at the Office of School Readiness, 124 South Post Road, Shelby, NC 28152 (beside the Food Lion, across from CCC). For more information or to schedule a screening appointment, please call 704-476-8064 between the hours of 8:30am - 3:00pm. No appointments will be made after March 8, 2013. Screening provided by appointment only.
Community Empowerment Awareness Event
Word of Deliverance, R.O.T.W. Reaching Outside The Walls Ministries, 3324 Chesnee Hwy, Chesnee, S.C., is having a “Community Awareness Event, Saturday, March 23, 11:00am 2:00pm., at Forest City Housing Authority, 147 East Spruce St., Forest City, NC. Entire event is free! Event Guest: City and County Elected Officials, Spiritual Leaders, High School Athletic Directors, Community College Educators & Financial Aid Counselors & GED, High School Diploma Advisor’s, Employment Security Commission, Youth Empowerment & Youth Mentors, Health Wellness, Domestic Violence Advocates, Substance Abuse Counselors, Ray Rice Martial Arts & more. Event activities: music, dance, songs, face painting & more. Free food and 300 free boxes of household products/paper towels, toilet tissue, personal hygiene, etc. These boxes will be given out on a first come first serve basis. We will also give out free baby diapers & pull-ups for all sizes. This event is for all cultures so join us for a day of empowerment, awareness and fun for the entire family! Senior Pastor, Tommy R. Twitty, 864-461-7178 church phone.
Crest High School’s Relay for Life Fundraiser
Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church, 198 Pleasant Ridge Church Rd., Shelby, will be having “Cruise In for Life” for Crest High School’s Relay for Life team, Saturday, March 23, 10:00am - 3:00pm. Barbeque sandwiches will be for sale. Music, 50/50 raffle, door prizes and a bake sale. All makes and models of cars, trucks, motorcycles, and tractors are welcome. Recommended $10 donation per entry. All proceeds go to Relay for Life. Come join the fun and fellowship.
Lost Playwrights, Henderson
Lost Playwrights will meet Saturday, March 23, from 2:00-4:00pm in Kapplan Auditorium, Henderson County Library, Hendersonville, NC. The meeting will feature a special presentation by Gary Carden, renowned dramatist, folklorist, and storyteller. His play Prince of Dark Corners has been broadcast on educational television. Among his many awards are the 2006 Brown-Hudson Award from the North Carolina Folklore Society and the 2012 North Carolina Award for Literature. Carden has an honorary doctorate from Western Carolina University for his work in storytelling and folklore. All persons interested in any aspect of theatre or creative writing are encouraged to attend.
Lane Alexander Memorial Golf Tournament, Shelby
Lane Alexander Memorial Golf Tournament 17th Annual Communities in Schools Celebration Tournament Team Up “Fore” Kids, Deer Brook Gold Club, Shelby, NC, Friday, April 5. Texas Scramble, 1:00pm Shotgun start. New location, new format, same great tournament. Prizes for net and gross divisions. All proceeds support Communities in Schools to keep Cleveland County kids in school and graduating. Communities in Schools is the only program in the United States proven to reduce drop-outs and increase graduation rates. Communiites in Schools of Cleveland County follows this proven model of success, as evidenced by the recent national Accreditation. For registration forms, sponsorship, or more information, contact Communities in Schools of Cleveland County, 704-480-5569, 704-480-5570. www.cleveland.communitiesinschools.org. Derrick Dellinger, Deer Brook Golf Club Pro 704-482-4653.
Relay for Life Fundraiser, Cleveland County
Warriors or Hope will sponsor a Yard Sale Fundraiser, Saturday, April 6, 8:00am - 12:00pm, at Shelby Elastics Parking Lot, 639 North Post Road, Shelby. Donations welcome! All proceeds benefit Relay for Life - Cleveland County. (Rain date: 4/13/13). Contact: Barb Robertson, 704-477-2201 for donation info.
Kings Mountain High School Baseball Program
The Baseball Program at Kings Mountain High School is looking for alumni to play in the 2013 Alumni Baseball Game. On Saturday April 6, the Kings Mountain High School Baseball will hold its 2nd annual Baseball Alumni Game at the Lancaster Field, Kings Mountain High School. This year’s game will be dedicated to the memory of Coach Tony Leigh. The game will start at 6:00pm and batting practice at 4:00pm. The Home Run Derby will start at 5:15. Any former baseball player wanting to play, call Drew Fulton at 704-860-4068 or visit www.kmbaseball.com for information. Player’s fee: $40.00. All proceeds to benefit the Baseball Program of Kings Mountain High School.
Lawndale Scouts Annual Fish Fry
Troop 112 will hold their Annual Fish Fry Saturday, April 13. It will be held in Lawndale Community Center located on Piedmont Drive. Serving will start at 5:00pm. Fish plate will be $10. You get fish, fries, hushpuppies, slaw, tea and dessert. All proceeds will go to the Boy and Cub Scouts. This is sponsored by family and friends. For more information call Danny Swink, 704-473-0950.
JROTC Drill Championship, Shelby
The 7th annual, Sgt. Raymond Horton JROTC Invitational Drill championships will be held on Saturday April 20, at the Cleveland Mall, Shelby NC. This years event has been renamed in honor of Sgt. Raymond Horton, USMC. The event is sponsored by the Foothills Detachment, Marine Corps League, Shelby NC. We are expecting 16 schools to be present this year. Everyone is invited to attend and Donations for sponsorship are accepted. If interested, contact Toney King @704-739-7051.
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