Relay for Life
The Relay for Life events:
American Cancer Society Lincolnton, NC is holding its annual fundraising evening of events and celebration of survivors on Friday, May 5, 2017. Come ride your motorcycle on a 1 hour police escorted night group ride "BUG RUN" through Western Lincoln County, followed by our lap of lights and thunder around the stadium track that excites all the spectators. The Ride will start and end at the Relay event held at the Lincolnton High School Stadium. First sticker is $10, additional are $5. Upon completion of the ride, the bike with the most bug splats on the sticker wins $100 cash prize. Registration 6:30-8:30pm. Kickstands up 9:00pm. All brands of motorcycle manufacturers are encouraged to participate.
May 10, 2017 - Paint the Town, Uptown at Earl Scruggs Center.
May 16, 2017 - Bank Night and Tee Shirt pickup (Cleveland County Fairgrounds) time tba.
Relay for Life. Friday, May 19, 2017, 4:30pm - 11:30pm. There will be a Drawing Held for a Handmade Afghan on Friday, May 19, 2017, made by Lori Cain. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5. All proceeds to benefit Relay for Life and The American Cancer Society! See Kathy Sloan or Lori Cain.
Cleveland County Library Art Gallery, Shelby
The retrospective work of artists Bill and Elaine Horn will be shown April 10 through May 30, 2017 at Cleveland County Library System, 104 Howie Drive, Shelby, Main Branch Art Gallery. Hours: Monday-Thursday 10:00am - 8:00pm Friday and Saturday 10:00am - 2:00pm.
Broad River Genealogical Society Auditions
The Broad River Genealogical Society is excited to revive the original play, "Pullin' Foot to the Broad" written by the founder, Virginia Green DePriest. This play presents some of the events which took place in the settlement on the Broad River (now Cleveland County) and will feature the original families of Allisons, Dobbins, Moores and others from the 1740's to the 1840's. The play will provide a very entertaining evening and education of the founding of the land where we live. The play is scheduled for October 2017. Auditions will be held Saturday, May 6, 2017, 10:00am - 3:00pm at the Shelby City Park Gymnasium. Please bring a recent photo with you if possible. There are 30+ speaking parts available ranging from elementary age to the 60's.
Cleveland County Memorial Library Comic Book Day
The Cleveland County Memorial Library, 104 Howie Dr., Shelby, NC, will be holding a Free Comic Book Day, Saturday, May 6, 2017. www.freecomicbookday.com. Save the Date! www.ccml.org/
Cleveland County Regional Airport "Fly-In and Open House"
The Cleveland County Regional Airport, 830 College Avenue, Shelby, NC, will be hosting an exciting local event for free called "Fly-In & Open House" on Saturday, May 6, 2017, from 10:00am - 2:00pm. This event is family friendly with lots to offer. There will be food vendors, aircraft and military vehicles on display, a Civil Air Patrol booth, JAARS will be offering plane and helicopter rides for $25-30, safety seminars, and more. Come out and tour the airport facilities, watch planes take off and land, learn about the Civil Air Patrol for youth, enjoy some good food, and maybe even a plane or helicopter ride! For any questions about this program you can contact Jack Poole, Airport Supervisor at 704 487-1161.
Cross Roads 5K and Kids Fun Run, Boiling Springs
Cross Roads 5k and Kids Fun Run will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2017. 5K Run/Walk - 8:00am; ½ Mile Kid's Fun Run - 9:00am. The race will begin on the campus of Gardner-Webb University Football Concourse, Boiling Springs, NC. All race participants should park in/near the football stadium parking lot to pick up their packets. *Race Participants may pick up their race packet on Friday, May 5, 2017 at the Ruby C. Hunt YMCA from 4:00pm-7:00pm or beginning at 7:00am on Saturday May 6, 2017 at event. Register at any Cleveland County Family YMCA or online at clevecoymca.org. Fundraiser/Ruby YMCA.
Cleveland County Choral Society Concerts
The Cleveland County Choral Society concerts will be held Saturday, May 6, 2017 at 7:00pm and Sunday, May 7, 2017 at 3:00pm. Concerts will be held at: Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1207 West Dixon Blvd., Shelby, NC 28150. Admission $5, available at the door.
CC School System Town Hall Meeting
There will be a Townhall Meeting at Fallston Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 101 Circle Drive, Fallston NC, Sunday Evening May 7, 2017, 6:30pm to 8pm. There will be an open conversation to discuss any ideas, concerns and issues you may have as they apply to the Cleveland County School System. Everyone is invited to this meeting. There will be at least one more meeting held in the lower end of the county at a date to be announced.
South Mountains State Park
Upcoming Environmental Programs at South Mountains State Park:
May 7, 21, 28, 2017 - "Fly Fishing 101". Get Hooked! Join angler Jeff Newton at the Visitor Center at 2:00 pm for an introductory class on fly fishing. Jeff is an instructor with Project Healing Waters and is a member of Trout Unlimited. All class materials will be provided free. North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission fishing regulations still apply.
May 6, 3, 14, 2017 - "Animals of the South Mountains". 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.
May 7, 2017 - "The 10 Essentials". 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".
May 13, 2017 - "The 10 Essentials". What items should you always carry with you when hiking? Meet a Park Ranger at the Visitor Center at 11:00 am to learn about the "10 Essentials".
May 13, 14, 2017 - "Animals of the South Mountains". 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.
May 20, 27, 2017 - "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. "
May 20, 21, 2017 - "Let's Talk Turkey". Yelps, purrs, cuts and cackles. Join a Park Ranger and learn about Wild Turkeys in the South Mountains. Participants will learn about characteristics, habitat, populations, life history and vocalizations. Program starts at 2:00 pm at the Visitor Center.
May 27, 2017 - Wilderness Survival 101". Wilderness Survival 101 will cover basic survival information as covered in the Boy Scouts of America handbook. Topics covered will include basic first aid, shelter and others based on class interest and instructor discretion. Program will be presented by park volunteer, Jeff Newton, who also teaches Fly Fishing 101 and has a great deal of experience in the outdoors. Program is free and open to the public. Meet at the Visitor Center at 2:00 pm.
May 28, 2017 - "Knot Tying 101". Knot tying is a fundamental skill for many tasks. Whether you are a beginning climber, backpacker or just want to learn a few knots. Join a Ranger at the Visitor Center at 2:00 pm.
South Mountains State Park is located south of Morganton off of old Highway 18. Call the park office at (828) 433-4772 for more information.
Hospice Cleveland County Events
Hospice Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC. Calendar of Events.
"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. Wednesdays: May 10, 17, 24, 31, and June 7, 14 2017, 11:30am - 1:00pm, Hospice Administration Building.
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. Tuesday, May 16, 2017 & Tuesday, June 20, 2017, 9:00am - Noon or 4:00pm - 7:00pm, Hospice Administration Building; Testa Family Hospice House by request only!
Educational Series: "Supporting and Understanding Veterans' and Their Family". Veterans, as well as their families, friends, and loved ones face unique challenges as their lives progress. These can stem from all aspects of their lives within the armed forces umbrella. Learn about these unique challenges and ways to support from Hospice Cleveland County Chaplain, Veteran, and We Honor Veterans representative Rev. Terry Floyd. Please RSVP to ext. 114 if you wish to attend. Thursday, May 25, 2017, 5:30pm - 6:30pm, Hospice Administration Building.
Hospice Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser at Fatz Cafe, 235 E. Dixon Blvd., Shelby, NC, Saturday, June 3, 2017, from 8am - 10am! Stop in and help support Hospice Cleveland County. Breakfast includes: pancakes, sausage links, maple syrup, butter, mixed fruit, coffee, tea or milk. Adult tickets are $8 and children 6 and under eat free (limit one "free" child per adult ticket). To purchase advance tickets contact Pam Sharts or Barb Robertson at 704-487-4677 or at barb.robertson@hospicecares.cc. Tickets can also be purchased online at: www.hospicecares.cc until June. 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 16, 2017, 9am - 3pm, Shelby City Park, 850 W. Sumter Street, Shelby, NC. Activities, Fundraising, Marketing, Patient, and Office Volunteers needed! Please call 704-487-4677 for more information.
Shelby Amateur Radio Club
Interested in becoming a FCC licensed Ham Radio operator? The Shelby Amateur Radio Club will hold a testing session at the Cleveland County Memorial Library, Shelby, NC, Saturday, May 13, 2017 from 10:00am-12:00pm. The library is located at 104 Howie Drive, Shelby, NC. For information call 704-466-3975.
Paws and Balls Golf Tournament
Cleveland County Humane Society 13th annual Paws and Balls Golf Tournament will be held Friday, May 19, 2017 at Deer Brook Golf Club. Shotgun start at 1:00pm. Contests at 11:30am and lunch at 12:00. Great prizes, contests, $5,000 hole in one, $10,000 Mutt Putt and more. Four person captain's choice at $85 per player. Join in and help the animals! Call 704-487-4041 or e-mail CCHS@carolina.rr.com for registration information and sponsor information.
Cleveland County Farm Tour 2017
The Cleveland County Farm Tour will be held Saturday, May 20, 2017, 9:00am to 3:00pm. $10 per adult and $5 per child (12 and under) charter-bus transportation and local-grown lunch provided. Depart at 9:00am from USDA office at 844 Wallace Grove Rd., Shelby, NC. Call 704-471-0235 ext. 3 for tickets or more information. Sponsored by NC Cooperative Extension, Cleveland County Soil and Water Conservation, USDA, Case Farms, Carolina Farm Credit, and Farm Bureau.
Kings Mountain Historical Museum
The Kings Mountain Historical Museum, 100 E. Mountain St., Kings Mountain, NC, will hold an Old-Timey Spring Picnic Saturday, May 20, 2017, from 12:00pm-4:00pm, with live music, BBQ, historic games, storytelling, craft demonstrations by costumed interpreters, tours of the historic Barber & Cornwell homes, and more! Free admission for museum members; only $10 for non-members.
Shelby Senior Singles 55 and Over
Please join Shelby Senior Singles 55 and Over the third Thursday of the month at Showmars, at 5:00pm, for supper and alternating local restaurants the first Friday of the month. Friday May 5, 2017 they will be dining at the new Shelby Family Restaurant, 1683 E Dixon Blvd. Make lasting friendships, good memories, dining and talking, enjoying fellowship. For more info, 704-756-0551.

First Annual Wanda's Wish Swinging For Scholars Golf Tournament
The First Annual Wanda's Wish Swinging For Scholars Golf Tournament will be held Saturday, May 27, 2017. Four person teams. Captain's Choice Tournament. Shotgun Start 1:30pm. Registration $65 per person. Includes lunch prior to tee off, golf balls, goody bag, one courtesy card for green fees and free beverages for each golfer. Cash and prizes for top three teams as well as hole short and longest drive prizes. Registration in advance is recommended. Email WandasWishSF@gmail.com for more information or visit Wanda's Wish Facebook page for a link to purchase tickets, make donations or become a Wanda's Wish Sponsor.

REUNION
Shelby High School Class of 1977 Reunion
The Shelby High School Class of 1977 40th Anniversary Reunion will be held on Saturday, September 30, 2017, at the Don Gibson Theatre, 318 S. Washington Street, Shelby, NC, from 7:00pm until midnight. The State Theater was renamed The Don Gibson Theatre in honor of the famous Shelby native known for his songwriting skills. There will be heavy hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar, and Mr. Dick Hamrick (their chemistry teacher!) will be the DJ. Cost is $30 per person before July 31, 2017. Checks made payable to "SHS Class of '77" can be mailed to Donna Blanton Rash, 1045 Allison Drive, Shelby, NC 28150. Please include your phone number and email address. Please join their Facebook group if you're on Facebook, "Shelby High Class of 1977 Reunion." They need help finding some classmates. For more information, email dblantonrash@yahoo.com or jodiegravely@yahoo.com.