| Neighborhood Calendar May 26th edition |
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Used Book Sale – Saturday, May 28th
We’re having a Used Book Sale Saturday, May 28th starting at 10:00 am until 4:00 pm. We have Fiction, Nonfiction and Historical books for sale at the Broad River Genealogical Society Library’s Open House, 1145 County Home Road, (across from Putnam Baptist Church), Shelby, NC. Doors are open to public. Come see our Library and get started on your family history today. Door prizes hotdogs, and great fellowship. For information call Heather Robbins at 704-472-0285.
The Sparks – Hosting Girls Basketball
The sparks is looking for girls 14 and under, who wants to play basketball, but can afford to pay the expensive fee. There will be a uniform fee of $75; all parents will have to help out with the fundraiser activities, so everyone can play in the games. We are hosting a girl’s team and camp which will be held every Saturday at 8 am until the end of the summer. For more information, please call 980-229-1800. There’s no charge for camp.
New Support Group for Depression and Bipolar Disorder
Now people living with depression or bipolar disorder or their family members will have a new place to find hope, help and support. The local chapter of 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. For More Info call 704-472-0596 or visit www.dbsalliance.org/foothills.
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.
Boys & Girls Club Summer Day Camp
Enrollment for the 2011 Boys & Girls Club Jack Schweppe Summer Day Camp is now open. Registration is weekdays from 2 PM to 7 PM. at the Boys & Girls Club building, located at 412 West Sumter Street, directly behind Shelby Middle School in Shelby. Parent Packets containing all materials and program information, are available during the Club’s regular After-School program hours. Registration is ongoing, space permitting, first come-first served. Financial Assistance is available with regular Day Camp session fees based on a sliding scale according to income. Details on fees are available through the Boys & Girls Club office. The 2011 Summer Day Camp schedule offers three sessions, each three weeks. Session 1 is Monday, June 13 through Friday, July 1. Session 2 is Tuesday, July 5 through Friday, July 22. Session 3 is Monday, July 25 through Friday, August 12. Day Camp is open weekdays from 8:00 AM to 5:30 in the evening with the program schedule varying daily. Campers participate in structured daily Club activities and are placed with children of like age. Younger camper groups are coed. Older campers are separated by gender. Day Camp is open to all boys and girls, rising first graders through age 14. Older campers may be registered with restrictions. Parents wishing to register these campers should contact the Club office for additional details. For more information stop by the Boys & Girls Club building located at 412 West Sumter Street or call 704-471-CLUB (2582), weekdays from 2 PM to 7 in the evening.
Disabled American Veterans
Disabled American Veterans, Chapter 18. Regular Meetings are held the 2nd Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm at 1138 E. Marion St., Shelby, NC. On the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from 9:00 - 11:00 am, we will open ot assist Veterans and answer questions. Free coffee and donuts served. The DAV Transportation Network provides transportation to and from the Asheville Veterans Medical Center in Oteen, NC for all scheduled appointments; for veterans with no other form or means of transportation. Appointments must be made through the VA Medical Center, Ashville, Chapter 18. Contact 704-418-2880.
Council On Aging/Neal Senior Center
5/26 – Dine Around – Thursday at Fisherman’s Feast, Marion Street, Shelby – 5:00 pm. Please sigh-up by Tuesday, May 24th if you plan to attend.
5/27 – Parking Lot Flea Market – Friday at Council on Aging/Senior Center, 100 T.R. Harris Drive, Shelby – 8:00 am - 12 Noon. Any vendors interested in a spot call Lisa Abernethy at 704-482-3488.
5/27 – Covered Dish – Friday at Council on Aging/Senior Center, 100 T.R. Harris Drive, Shelby – 11:30 am - 12:00 Noon. Bring your favorite dish and join us for the fellowship and fun.
5/27 – Senior Prom - “Hollywood Nights” – Friday at Council on Aging/Senior Center, 100 T.R. Harris Drive, Shelby – 7:00 - 10:00 pm. Cost $5.00 per person - Free Refreshments. Call the Senior Center for further information at 704-482-3488.
5/31 – Fraud Video Series - (Fake Ceck Scams, Internet Fraud) – Tuesday at Council on Aging/Senior Center, 100 T.R. Harris Drive, Shelby – 1:00 am. Starting in May the Senior Center will present a series of consumer protection videos compiled by the US Postal Inspection Service Team, Fake Check Scams and Internet Fraud will be the first two. For further information please call the Senior Center at 704-482-3488.
6/15 – AARP Car Fit Program – Wednesday at Council on Aging/Senior Center, 100 T.R. Harris Drive, Shelby – 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. By Appointment - AARP representative will be available to help mature drivers find their perfect fit.
American Red Cross Bloodmobile
All Donors will be eligible to win a set of Delta Airline Tickest!
5/26 – Thursday – Central UMC - In Loving Memory of William Mabry – 2:00 pm – 6:30 pm – 200 E. Marion St., Shelby, NC.
5/26 – Thursday – Calvary Baptist Church – 320 Old Boiling Springs Rd., Shelby, NC.
Things To Do in Cleveland County?
• Broad River Greenway programs and events 704-434-2357, www.BroadriverGreenway.com
• Cleveland Community College events 704-484-5316, www.clevelandcommunitycollege.edu
• Cleveland County Arts Council events and exhibits 704-484-2787, www.ccartscouncil.org
• Gardner-Webb University 704-406-4448, www.Gardner-WebbUniversity.edu; sports schedules can be found at GWUSports.com
• Greater Shelby Community Theatre production schedule 704-480-8495, www.gsct.org
• Joy Performance Center performance information 704-730-9408, www.kmlt.org
• Mauney Memorial Library information 704-739-2371. www.mauneylibrary.org
• Kings Mountain Historical Museum events and exhibits 704-739-1019, www.KingsMountainMuseum.org
• Shelby City Park Events and Carrousel & Train 704-484-6811, www.CityOfShelby.com/Parks
• South Mountains State Park activities 828-433-4772, www.ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/somo
• The Don Gibson Theatre schedule and ticket information 704-487-8114, www.DonGibsonTheatre.com
• Uptown Shelby events 704-484-3100, www.UptownShelby.org
• Williams Observatory open to the public dates and times 704-406-3804, www.gardner-webb.edu/astro
• YMCA Family Events schedule can be found at www.CleveCoYMCA.org
5/28 – Streamside Hike 11am. Meet at the Jacob Fork River and join a ranger for a streamside hike. Also: South Mountains Past, The Present & the Future 2pm. Join Ranger Waltz at the Visitor Center for an informative presentation on the history and resources that have shaped the largest state park in North Carolina. South Mountain State Park, 3001 South Mountains Park Avenue, Connelly Springs, 828-433-4772, www.ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/somo
5/28-29 – Military Through The Ages Kings Mountain National Military Park, South Carolina Highway 216. From Greenville, SC travel on I-85 North to NC Exit #2. From Charlotte, NC travel on I- 85 South to NC Exit #2. 864-936-7921
5/29 – Animals in the Mountains 11am. Join a Park Ranger at the visitor center to learn about the many animals that call the mountains home. Also: South Mountains Park / Past, the Present & the Future 2pm. Join Ranger Waltz at the Visitor Center for an informative presentation on the history and resources that have shaped the largest state park. South Mountain State Park, 3001 South Mountains, Park Avenue, Connelly Springs, 828-433-4772. www.ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/somo
5/30 – Memorial Day Observance – 10am – A tribute to those who served in the Armed Forces will be observed at the Veteran’s Memorial at Mountain Rest Cemetery. Veterans and families are invited to observance and wreath laying ceremony. 704-734-0333 or www.cityofkm.com
6/4 – Shelby Sprint Triathlon. Starts and finishes at the Shelby City Park, 850 W. Sumter Street, Shelby, 704-484-6476, www.CityOfShelby.com/Parks
6/4 – 27th Dixie Rodders Car Show – 10am-4:00pm. Pre-registration fee $20. Show your beautiful car on the Shelby Court Square & Warren Street, Shelby. Call 704-538-8919
6/10 – Bodies, Building & Books – (art work due on the 10th ) Opening reception 6-16 6:30-8:00pm. Exhibit dates 6/16-7/2-2011. Exhibit focuses on public work produced by graffiti, tattoo or comic artists. Cleveland County Art Council, 111 S. Washington Street, Shelby, 704-484-2787, info@ccartscouncil.org
6/16-7/21 – Graffiti, Tattoo & Comic Book Art Exhibit – Mon-Fri 9am-5:30pm, 1st Sat of every month 10 am – 2 pm. Cleveland County Arts Council, 111 S. Washington Street, Shelby, 704-484-2787, www.ccartscouncil.org
6/17 – Joe Ely at the Don Gibson – 8pm – $26/50 – Performs at the Don Gibson Theatre, 318 S. Washington Street, Shelby, 704-487-8114, www.DonGibsonTheatre.com
6/18 – Family Fun Nights at the Fair Cleveland County Fairgrounds, 1751 East Marion Street, Shelby, 704-487-0651, www.ClevelandCountyFair.com
6/23-25 – All-American High School Football Games – History of the the American Bowl was founded in 1996 to give athletes the opportunity to compete against the best of their level in an all star game setting. The All American Bowl was created to fill the void of the lack of all star games available to athletes in High School. Held at Kings Mountain High School, 704-692-7292, www.clevelandcountysportscommission.com
6/28 – Carolina Junior North Carolina Tennis Classic Level 4, Cleveland Country Club, 1360 East Marion Street, Shelby, 704-482-1711,www.ClevelandCountyTennis.com
Relay For Life Events
Relay For Life Fundraiser: Double Springs Baptist Church Conquerors Team – Bake sale and more – Monday, May 30 – 7:30 am - 11:00 am – Double Springs Baptist Church Family Life Center - 1130 Double Springs Church Rd. Biscuit breakfast, bake sale and misc. crafts, books, cancer awareness bracelets, soaps and household items for sale. If you have items you would like to donate or would like more information, please call Linda Black at 704-482-2357.
Hospice Cleveland County Events
“Reflections” – This grief support group meets for six weeks in the evening and is most beneficial if all sessions are attended. No cost and open to anyone who has lost a loved one. Please RSVP to ext. 166 if you plan to attend. Tuesdays: May 31 and June 7, & 14. 11:30 am - 1:00 pm. Hospice Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC.
6/10 – Community BBQ – Friday at Hospice Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby – 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm. $9.00 per plate (1/2 Chicken, Slaw, Pickles, Baked Beans, Roll, and Dessert). Chicken prepared by Doug Fortenberry. Drive-Thru or Dine-In. For tickets call 704-487-4677. Proceeds go to support Hospice Cleveland County.
Hillbilly Hoedown Motorcycle Rally
This event will be held Memorial Weekend, May 26th - 29th at Circle J Music Park in Boiling Springs, NC. We have a Bike Show, and Biker Games for women & men, and much, much more. $25.00 for a weekend pass - camping included. Preacher Stone will perform on Friday night and the George Hatcher Band will perform on Saturday night. Proceeds will go to scholarships for EMS, Fireman and Police. For more information call Jeff at 704-692-8869 or Eddie at 704-300-7037.
Parking Lot Flea Market
Back by popular demand, the Neal Senior Center is offering the Parking Lot Flea Market (outdoor market) again in 2011. There will be several events during the Spring and Fall of the year. The cost will continue to be $5 per parking space with a maximum of 3 spaces available per vendor. The first Parking Lot Flea Market will be held on Friday, May 27, from 8:00 am until 12:00 pm. All interested vendors should contact Lisa Abernethy at the Council on Aging/Senior Center, by phone (704-482-3488) or email (labernethy@agingcouncil.org). Parking spaces go quickly so don’t delay in reserving yours – the reservation deadline is May 20, 2011.
1st Annual Carey Heavner Foundation Golf Tournament
May 28, 2011 1st annual CAREY HEAVNER FOUNDATION golf tournament starts at 1:00 PM at Deer Brook Golf Club, Shelby NC. Type of tournament: Captains choice. Entry fee: $ 200.00 per 4 man team; Hole sponsorship: $100.00 (to advertise your company). We will be serving free hamburgers and hot dogs to all participants following the tournament. We will be giving away a brand new car to the lucky one to hit a hole in one ( restrictions apply). We will discuss the rules and guidelines for winning the car, the day of the event is to be held. Contact info: Mike Heavner 704-477-6879 or Jayson Lankford at 704-692-6747.
Benefit for Spencer Dorsey held at Lawndale Baptist Church
A Benefit for Spencer Dorsey will be held at Lawndale Baptist Church, Saturday, June 4th starting at 11 am until we’er out of food. The church is located at 407 W. Main St., Lawndale. The cost is $6.00 per plate. Serving hamburgers, hotdogs, bagged chips, canned drinks and homemade ice-cream. All proceeds go to Spencer and donations are accepted. This event is sponsored by the Lawndale V.F.D. and Friends. Questions? Call 704-477-7087 or 704-472-5874.
Be The Man You’ve Always Wanted to Be!
Hero’s: Be The Man You’ve Always Wanted to Be! Thursday, June 2 at 4:00pm - June 5 at 1:00pm – www.newwildernessadventures.com/heroes – River Ministry Lodge, Rutherfordton NC – $125.00 (plus one meal out at your expense during event) (Register 4 people or pay for 4 people and 5th free) – All men die, but few men really live! Battle, adventure, beauty, and rescue are what make men come alive! New Wilderness Adventures invites you to join them in a passionate, daring, and wild weekend as we go through the themes of “Wild at Heart” written by John Eldredge. This isn’t your typical retreat, and this isn’t your typical message. You will never be the same! Please register and pay in full no later than May 30th. Space is limited to 14 men 18 and up, this will be a first come first serve basis. For any questions, church discounts, or possible partial scholarships please email Greg Sailors at info@newwildernessadventures.com or call 704-860-9719.
Walk For Hope Kick Off Meetng
Walk for Hope Team Captain’s Kick Off will be Friday, June 3 at Cleveland Regional Medical Center Auditorium, 2nd floor Grover Building. Drop in between 11:30 am - 1:00 pm to find out to form a team and participate. Lunch will be served. Please call 980-487-3772 to RSVP by May 27.
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.
South Mountains State Park Programs
6/4 – “National Trails Day” – Saturday – “Streamside Hike” – Join a Park Ranger at the Jacob Fork Parking Area at 11:00 am for a streamside hike along the Jacob Fork River.
6/4 – “National Trails Day” – Saturday – “Tree ID Hike” – Join a Park Ranger for a 1.0 mile hike along the Hemlock Nature Trail. Tree identification will be the focus of this hike. Meet at the Jacob Fork Parking Area at 2:00 pm.
6/5 – “Animals of the South Mountains” – Sunday – Join a Park Ranger to learn about the many animals that call South Mountains home. The program will begin at 11:00 am in the Visitor Center auditorium.
6/5 – “Birds: The Good, the Bad, the Funny” – Sunday – Join a Park Ranger for an indoor program and a short hike to identify and to learn more about our feathered friends. Meet at the Visitor Center at 2:00 pm.
6/11 – “What’s in the River” – Saturday – How many different kinds of critters live n the river? Join a Park Ranger in the stream to turn over some rocks and learn more about what you might find there. Come prepared to get wet!! Meet at the Visitor Center at 11:00 am.
6/11&12 – “The 10 Essentials” – Saturday – What items should you always carry with you when hiking? Meet a Park Ranger at the Visitor Center at 2:00 pm to learn about the “10 Essentials”.
6/12 – “Animals of the South Mountains” – Sunday – Join a Park Ranger to learn about the many animals that call South Mountains home. The program will begin at 2:00 pm in the Visitor Center auditorium.
6/18 – “Birds of Prey” – Saturday – Join a Park Ranger at the Visitor Center at 11:00 am and learn about some of the birds of prey found in the South Mountains. You will learn about the distinguishing characteristics of these animals, and find out why they are called birds of prey.
6/18 – “Animals of the South Mountains” – Saturday – Join a Park Ranger to learn about the many animals that call South Mountains home. The program will begin at 2:00 pm in the Visitor Center auditorium.
6/19 – “Tree ID Hike” – Sunday – Join a Park Ranger for a 1.0 mile hike along the Hemlock Nature Trail. Tree identification will be the focus of this hike. Meet at the Jacob Fork Parking Area at 11:00 am.
6/19 – “Birds of Prey” – Sunday – Join a Park Ranger at the Visitor Center at 2:00 pm and learn about some of the birds of prey found in the South Mountains. You will learn about the distinguishing characteristics of these animals, and find out why they are called birds of prey.
6/25 & 26 – “Black Bears: Majestic Creatures of the Wild” – Saturday – How dangerous are black bears? Can we co-exist? Why are black bears so unique? What should I do if I see a black bear? The program will begin at 11:00 am in the Visitor Center.
6/25 – “The 10 Essentials” – Saturday – What items should you always carry with you when hiking? Meet a Park Ranger at the Visitor Center at 2:00 pm to learn about the “10 Essentials”.
6/26 – “Animals of the South Mountains” – Sunday – Join a Park Ranger to learn about the many animals that call South Mountains home. The program will begin at 2:00 pm in the Visitor Center auditorium.
South Mountains State Park is located south of Morganton off of old Highway 18. We welcome the community to join us for our monthly educational interpretive programs. Call the park office at (828) 433-4772 for more information.
1st Annual Cruzin For Christ, Lawndale
Come join us for our 1st Annual Cruzin for Christ to be held at Lawndale Park on June 11. The car show will start at 5:00 pm and ending at 9:00 pm. All makes and models of cars, trucks, motorcycles are welcome. There will be live music, hamburgers, hot dogs, bbq (which starts at 12:00 pm until sold out) and the Dairy Queen Ice Cream trailer!!!! There is a $10 registration fee and you can pre-register by calling 704-470-7668. All sorts of activities and vendors will be available. “God should be our steering wheel. Not our spare tire.” ps: This is in conjunction with the Lawndale Fest which is held annually the second Saturday of June.
Second Annual Masonic Charity Ride
Casar Lodge 579 will have the Second Annual Masonic Charity Ride on Saturday, June 11. Check in from 11am until 1pm at Casar Park. 25.00 for single rider 35.00 for double. All Proceeds will go to the Masonic Home for Children. For more info call Eric Newton at 704-692-8503
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.
Cleveland County Arts Council
If you can imagine it, you can create it at Summer Art Camp, 2011. Camp will start June 20 thru August 12. For more information call 704-484-2787.
First Baptist Church, Shelby
On Wednesday, June 22 we are having a Block Party at the church. The time is 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm for ages 4th and 5th graders. Free Hot Dogs and Sno-Cones. There will be Games, Rides and Slides. Location is in the parking lot on Washington St.
Also: On June 26 thru June 30 we will have our Vacation Bible School from 5 pm until 8 pm. Our theme is Gospel Lights SonSurf Beach Bash VBS. For more information you can e-mail us at www.fbcshelby.org. First Baptist Church is sponsoring both events.
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