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Neighborhood Calendar March 31st edition
Council On Aging/Neal Senior Center
   The following events are taking place at the Council on Aging/Senior Center, 100 T.R. Harris Drive, Shelby, NC 28150, unless otherwise noted.
   Bingo 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.     
  AARP Tax Assistance  - Now through April 15, 2011 - Thursday and Friday each week - 10:00am – 3:00pm - You may call the Senior Center (704)482-3488 to set up an appointment.  Walk-ins are welcome.  
   Autism Awareness Group Meetings
        Autism Awareness Group will meet at 6:30 pm the last Tuesday of every month at Boundless Miracles, LLC, 820 South Post Road, Shelby, NC. For more information, contact Cherrie Little at (704) 480-8774 or (704) 300-8017.
American Red Cross - Cleveland County
 HEALTH & SAFETY CLASSES at Red Cross office, 333 Fallston Road, Shelby. Call for more information 704-487-8594.
   Thursday, March 31 - Infant & Child CPR, 6:00 PM
New Support Group For Depression and Bipolar Disorder
Now people living with depression or bipolar disorder will have a new place to find hope, help and support. The local chapter of the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) will host regular, confidential, peer-led, self-help support group meetings on Tuesdays from 6:30 – 8:00pm at The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 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 (also known as manic depression). DBSA support groups are not run by professionals, but instead offer peer-to-peer support which is an important component of recovery from mental illness for many people. DBSA is the nation’s leading patient-directed organization focusing on the most prevalent mental illnesses – depression and bipolar disorder. The organization has over 400 independent local chapters that operate over 1000 self-help support groups around the United States. For More Info call 704-472-0596 or visit www.dbsalliance.org/foothills.
Piecemakers Quilt Guild, Lincoln Co.
        Piecemakers Quilt Guild meets the first Wednesday of each month from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Lincoln Co. Senior Center, Room 319, Lincoln Campus of Gaston College, 511 Aspen St., Lincolnton. They will teach and encourage those interested in the art of quilting and are open to new members. Meeting include a business meeting, show-and-tell, and a program related to quilting. On April 6th, Doris Phillips presents ‘3-D Flower Making’. Members also meet the third Wednesday of each month, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. to work on our community projects.
Habitat For Humanity
Cleveland County
        Habitat is now accepting applications for a Habitat Home.  Applicants must currently live in sub-standard housing, have sufficient income to pay for an interest-free mortgage,  live in Cleveland County for the past 12 months, and contribute sweat equity.  Call Shelby Gettys at 704-482-6200 to request an application or pick one up at the Habitat ReStore, 323 W. Grover St., Shelby. Submitted by: Barbara Schafer, Chairman Family Selection Committee, Habitat for Humanity Cleveland County 704-480-6082.
Respite Services Available
        ComServ, Inc. operates a licensed respite care program at a home in Shelby, NC. This program serves children and adults with intellectual/development disabilities. We accept CAP-DD funding and state IPRS funding. Center-based respite is available on an hourly or overnight basis. This program is for families or care providers from the western region of NC. For more information, please call Jerri at 704-487-4550.
Pennies From Heaven Art Show & Silent Auction
        The second  annual Pennies From Heaven Art Show is now open at the Cleveland Mall. Visit facebook.com/PenniesfromHeavenFB. For more information contact penniesfromheaveartshow@gmail.com. The Pennies From Heaven Art Show & Silent Auction benefits the Cleveland-Rutherford Kidney Association.
Disabled Amercan Veterans - Chapter 18
        The Disabled American Veterans Chapter 18, meets the first and third Saturdays of every month at 1138 E. Marion St., Shelby,  to assist veterans. Coffee and doughnuts will be available for veterans. A claims officer will be available. DAV, 704-600-6411.

Poor Man’s Lunch To Benefit Relay For Life
        The Blue Oval Ford Club is cruising for a cause and you’re invited to eat lunch with us. Friday, April 1, 2011 from 11:00am to 2:00pm. Cleveland Regional Medical Center in the T.R. Harris meeting room - enter at the Cancer Center. Lunch includes all you can eat pintos, slaw, cornbread, ice tea, dessert and condiments for a donation of only $5.00. For information contact Rick Dobbins 704-418-2192.
Shelby Parks & Recreation
2011 Baseball  & T-Ball Sign-Ups
   Sign-ups for baseball (leagues 8-17 years) will be held now through Friday-April 1st. Sign-up hours are 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Mondays-Friday. Special sign-up day will be Saturday, March 26th from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 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, 2011.  When signing-up, a player must have a parent or 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 sign-ups (ages 5, 6 & 7 years) will be held Monday,
April 4th through Friday, May 6th. 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.

American Cancer Society Bark For Life
        The Cleveland County American Cancer Society will sponsor  “Bark For Life” on April 2, 2011, 1:00 pm-4:00 pm. Registration starts at 12:00 pm.  This event is sponsored by the Warriors of Hope team and will be held at Piedmont Park in Lawndale, NC.  You are invited to participate in the 1 mile walk with your canine beast friend! This is an enjoyable event which provides valuable contributions to the American Cancer Society Relay for Life and offers a testament to the care and love shared between dogs and families. Please bring your canine companion and come for fun and games! Registration is $15.00 per canine/person early registration. $20.00 per canine/person registration the day of the event. For a registration form contact: 704-487-4301, Debbie Hendrick ext. 14 or Stacy Beaver ext. 11. Or email: dhendrick23@carolina.rr.com or stacy@carolina.rr.com. 
Lost Playwrights Of Western NC
        Lost Playwrights of Western North Carolina will meet Saturday, April 2, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. in Kapplan Auditorium of the Henderson County Library. Anyone interested in any aspect of theatre or creative writing is encouraged to attend. There is no admission fee and no dues required.
Kings Mountain Women’s Club
Attic/Yard Sale
The Kings Mtn. Woman’s Club, 108 E. Mtn. Street, will hold an Attic/Yard Sale on Saturday, April 2 from 8:00-12:00 noon.  Household goods, clothing and much more will be available.  Profits goes to the $1,000 scholarship the club gives to a deserving senior at KM High each year.
Lost Playwright Of Western NC To Meet
   Lost Playwrights of Western North Carolina will meet Saturday, April 2, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. in Kapplan Auditorium of the Henderson County Library. Anyone interested in any aspect of theatre or creative writing is encouraged to attend. There is no admission fee and no dues are required.
Kings Mountain Hospital
        A Masquerade $5 Jewelry And Accessories Sale will be held at the Kings Mountain Hospital main lobby on Monday, April 4th, 7 a.m.-6 p.m. and Tuesday, April 5, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Cash, credit cards and payroll deduction are available. Sponsored by the volunteers of the Kings Mountain Hospital.

Pinto Bean Supper Fundraiser
        Lawndale Historical Society and the Lawndale Fire Department will be having a Pinto Bean Supper on Monday, April 4, at 5 pm at the Lawndale Community Center. Proceeds from the supper go toward the restoration project for the Fire Departments 1960 fire truck.  They will be serving pintos, homemade livermush, slaw, onions, cornbread, dessert, and drink. $6 per person or a family of more than 4 eats for $25.  Carryouts are available. For more information call Betty Hord 704-538-7212.
CRKA Gospel Singing
At Second Baptist, Shelby
  Cleveland Rutherford Kidney Association is presenting a Gospel Singing Friday, April 8, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. at Second Baptist Church, 1114 S. Lafayette St. Groups: His Glory, Mercy’s Touch, 4 Annointed. The concert will be in memory of Susan Renee Ledford.  A love offering will be taken.
Bar-B-Que Benefit For
Bobby Jones & Phil Lovelace
  A Bar-B-Que Benefit will be held for Bobby Jones and Phil Lovelacee (retired Shelby firefighters and cancer patients) on Saturday, April 9. Music will be provided by Ocean Blvd., 6-9 p.m. at Shelby City Park. The menu will consist of BBQ, slaw, baked beans, hushpuppies, dessert & drink. $10.00 plates. Advanced tickets are available. Eat in or take out. For more information call 704-473-1961.

Hospice 18th Annual Living With Grief Teleconference
  Hospice Foundation of America’s will hold the 18th Annual Living With Grief Teleconference: “Spirituality and End-of-Life Care” on Wednesday, April 13, 2011, 1:30pm – 4:00pm in the Hospice Cleveland County Conference Room. This year Hospice Foundation of America’s 18th Annual Living With Grief Teleconference focuses on “Spirituality and End-of-Life Care.” The teleconference will discuss the differences and relationship between spirituality and religion, while also addressing spirituality during illness, death and grief; spiritual assessment and empowerment, and life review.The program will be moderated by Frank Sesno, Director of the School of Media and Public Affairs at the George Washington University. If you are interested in attending, please contact Kim Strange, Director of Grief Services, at 704-487-0800 ext. 166.

Fallston Elementary 2nd Annual Spring Carnival
        Fallston Elementary School will hold their 2nd Annual Spring Carnival on Thursday, April 14, 2011, 5:00-8:30 pm.  Pre-sell tickets are available at Fallston Elementary School, Stagecoach Hardware & Kutin-Up for $10. Tickets will be sold for $15 at the door. Tickets are for games, unlimited rides, and inflatables. Live  DJ, dancing and fun. Also selling great food, cotton candy, candy apples, etc. Dairy Queen trailer will be there. Fat & Sassy will be there. Come out and support the school and have loads of fun. K-9 Dog  Shows at 5:30 & 6:30. Face painting and balloons will be available. A Relay For Life Booth will be avaialble.

Father/Son Ultimate Adventure Day
        New Wilderness Adventures presents a perfect way to experience the fierce love of God and the adventure that is written on our hearts as men with your son, ages 7 years and up. Possible Activities and Games include Capture the Flag, 3-D Archery Tournament, Skeet and Target shooting, Waterfall Hiking, and Wilderness Survival Adventure. Email Stephen for more information. stephen@newwildernessadventures.com or for more information go to www.newwildernessadventures.com or www.facebook.com/newwilderness $75 per pair ($25 extra for each additional son). The event will be held on Saturday, April 16, 2011.

Lincolnton Lions Club Seeking Applicants For Fourteenth Annual College Scholarships
        The Lincolnton Lions Club is seeking applicants for their Fourteenth Annual College Scholarships. They are calling all graduating seniors of the Class of 2011 from East, Lincolnton, North and West Lincoln High Schools. They will be awarding two $500 county-wide competitive college scholarships. Complete a 2011 Lions Club Sholarship application with a head and shoulders photograph, write an original essay on Volunteerism and return to your high school guidance counselor or a Lincolnton Lions Club member by Friday, April 22, 2011. You must be a legal US citizen, legal resident of Lincoln County and a graduating senior at East, Lincolnton, North or West Lincoln High Schools. Please contact your high school guidance counselor for an application.

Cleveland Regional Rehab
Relay For Life Golf Tournament
        Cleveland Regional Rehab will hold their 6th Annual Golf Tournament for a Cure fundraiser on Friday, April 29, 2011 at Deebrook Golf Club. Lunch begins at noon. Shotgun start is at 1:00 p.m. Cost: $75 donation per person or $300 for foursome. Lunch is included. Donations are tax deductibele. Grand prizes, door prizes, closest to the pin, and longest drive prizes will be awarded. For more information contact Lori McKee at 704-482-1191.
Gaston County Quiltmaker’s Club Quilt Show
        The Gaston County Extension & Community Association (ECA) Quiltmaker’s Club is sponsoring their bi-annual Quilt Show, April 30, 2011 from 9:00am until 4pm. The event will be held at the Citizens Resource Center located at 1303 Dallas-Cherryville Hwy. in Dallas, NC. Cost is $4.00; children 10 and under free. Parking is free. Those wishing to display their pieces should enter by Wed., April 13th at 5pm by contacting Pam 704-865-2391; Joan 704-853-0898 or Gail 704-228-9813. No entries will be accepted after April 15th.
Special Olympics Of CC Annual Spring Track And Field Day
        Special Olympics Cleveland county will hold its annual Spring Track and Field Day on Saturday, May 14, 2011 on the campus of Shelby High School. Anyone interested in volunteering needs to call Keila Parker at 704-487-9941 by March 18, 2011.

Hospice Cleveland County Events
        “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.. Please RSVP to ext. 166 if you plan to attend. Saturday, May 7, 2011 – 9:00 am - 3:00 pm – Hospice Cleveland County Administration Building, 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby.
Eastern Star Fundraiser
       Eastern Star will hold a BBQ Chicken fundraiser at Fallston Masonic Lodge #356 on Saturday, May 21, 2011, serving from 11 am-6 pm. $7.00 plate. Eat-in or carry out. Walk-ins welcome. The menu will consist of 1/2 chicken, baked beans, cole slaw, roll, dessert and tea. This is to benefit Masonic charities.

Boiling Springs Baptist Church, Boiling Springs, NC
  A free Bluegrass and Gospel concert, featuring Bluegrass Artists will be held on Saturday, April 9, 6:30 p.m. at Boiling Springs Baptist Church, 307 S. Main St., Boiling Springs, NC. Donations will be taken for Heroes for the American Red Cross. Darin and Brooke Aldridge, along with Regional Gospel Quartets  Four Annointed (from Boiling Springs) and Royal Quartet of Forest City will perform. For more information call the Red Cross at 704-487-8594.
Philadelphia Community Organization
Of Lawndale, Vendors Needed
       The Philadelphia Community Organization of Lawndale (PCOL) is in the process of planning our 13th annual Juneteenth celebration which will be held at 165 Schenck Farm Rd., Lawndale, NC on June 18.  The celebration will begin with a parade at 1 p.m. (lineup 12:30 pm) and the festivities starting at 1:30 pm-4 pm. We welcome any participation from the surrounding communities. If you have a group or individual activity and would like to participate in the festivities please contact us at the numbers below. We’re also looking for assorted vendors. If you’re interested in helping us in any way please contact one of us at the numbers below. For more information please contact Donald Schenck 704-538-5544, Elijah Clark 704-538-9675 or Fannie Mauney at 704-538-3017.
27th Annual Dixie Rodders
       The 27th Annual Dixie Rodders Car Show was held on June 4.  Presented by Dixie Rodders. Proceeds go to charities chosen by Dixie Rodders. The event will be held around the Historic Courthouse in Uptown Shelby. Pre-registration is $20.00. For more information call Phil Craft 704-487-4101, Jerry Pendleton 704-482-8883 or Ricky Dobbins 704-418-2192.

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