| Neighborhood Calendar May 8, 2014 |
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Relay for Life Cleveland County, Shelby
Survivors Reception, Elizabeth Baptist Church, May 8, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bank Day, May 12-13, 3:00pm til 7:00pm, Fairgrounds/Goforth Hall.
Relay Fundraiser - Chicken Dinner, put on by Doug Fortenberry and Team. Cleveland County Fairgrounds, Friday, May 16, at Goforth Hall, 6:30-8:30pm. $10 donation.
Relay Voice at Relay for Life, May 16. If you would like to participate contact Mary Conner, 704-477-6087 or 704-669-2247.
20th ANNIVERSARY, May 16-17, 6:00pm til 9:00am, Fairgrounds.
Other Dates to Remember: Post Bank Night, June 3, 5:00pm til 7:00pm, Landmark Baptist Church. RFL Celebration/Wrap-Up, June 24, 6:00pm, Landmark Baptist Church.
Hospice Cleveland County Events
Hospice Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC will be having the following events:
Pet Loss Workshop - “Love You Forever”. If you have ever lost a pet, are dealing with grief, or your pet is beginning the journey to the Rainbow Bride, come join us! We’ll discuss end-of-life issues for your pet, stages of grief, how to handle questions and problems children may have, and memorializing that special buddy. Open to everyone who is lost, is losing, or some day will lose, an animal much loved. To attend this 4 week workshop, please RSVP to Tina Whisnant at 704-538-1397. Hospice Cleveland County Administration Building Thursday, May 8, 10:00am - 11:30am.
Shelby Lions Club
Shelby Lions Club is sponsoring its third annual golf event Friday, May 9, at Deer Brook Golf Club, Shelby, NC. Registration is at 8:30am with tee off at 9:00am. This will be a 4-person Captain’s Choice, with fee of $60 per player, $240/Team. The fee includes lunch and a sleeve of golf balls. There will be individual and team prizes, including cash prizes. The proceeds will benefit the Lions scholarship program for Shelby High School and their work with the Cleveland County Blind and visually impaired.
Young Life of Cleveland County
Young Life of Cleveland County will be having a Rummage Sale, Saturday, May 10, 8:00am - noon, at parking lot on the corner of E. Marion and S. DeKalb Streets behind Methodist Church, to help their high school friends raise money to go to Young Life camp this summer. Lots of stuff from lots of families. Some “treasures” from an estate!
Lawndale Masonic Lodge Cookout & Yard Sale
Lawndale Masonic Lodge #486, 134 Piedmont Dr., Lawndale, NC will have a shotgun raffle: a Benelli Nova 12 Gauge Pump, to be raffled off Saturday, May 10, at Lawndale Masonic Lodge Cookout & Yard Sale. Donation - $3 per ticket or 2 for $5. Do not have to be present to win.
“Fly Fishing 101” - Sunday, May 11, 18, 25. Get Hooked! Cast your line in one of the state’s most pristine mountain trout streams at South Mountains State Park. Whether you want to learn how to tie flies, develop your casting skills, or discover the joy and challenges of fly fishing for the first time, join anglers Jeff Newton and Bob Tupper at the Visitor Center at 2:00 pm for an introductory class on fly fishing. Jeff and Bob are instructors with Project Healing Waters and are members of Trout Unlimited. All class materials will be provided free, and there will be optional fishing time in the Jacob Fork afterwards. Classes may vary based on interest and skill level of the participants. North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission fishing regulations still apply.
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.
Living Healthy with Diabetes Workshop
Isothermal Planning & Development Commission Area Agency on Aging, NC Cooperative Extension (NCCE), and John Knox Presbyterian Church is sponsoring a Free “Living Health with Diabetes” Workshop May 12, 5:30-8:00pm, at John Knox Presbyterian Church, 610 Charles Road, Shelby, NC. This workshop is designed to help you better manage your Diabetes and gain control of your health. To register call Cleveland County Cooperative Extension Center, 704-482-4365. Spaces are limited to 20.
Life Enrichment Center, Shelby
Are you caring for someone with dementia? Come and learn from America’s premier dementia expert, Teepa Snow, on Thursday, May 15, 5:30pm - 7:30pm at the Life Enrichment Center, 110 Life Enrichment Blvd., Shelby, NC. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity! Limited seating is available. Call 704-484-0405 to register today.
Friends of the Library Annual Meeting
The award-winning Southern writer Sharyn McCrumb will be speaking at the Friends of the Library Annual Meeting Thursday, May 15. The meeting will be held at the Earl Scruggs Center at 6:30pm. Tickets are on sale now for $20, and a current Friends of the Library membership is required for purchase. New members can also buy tickets with their paid membership. Ask at Cleveland County Memorial Library front desk. Tickets include: Dinner, catered by Dressing on the Side, as well as an optional tour of the Earl Scruggs Center prior to dinner. The tour begins at 5:00 and dinner will be served at 6:30. The last day to purchase tickets is May 8. About the Author: Sharyn McCrumb’s books have been named Notable Books of the Year by The New York Times and the Los Angles Times. She was named a “Virginia Woman of History” for Achievement in Literature and won the Appalachian Writer of the Year Award.
Greater Shelby Community Theatre
Greater Shelby Community Theatre will hold auditions for the hilarious comedy “Leading Ladies” by Ken Ludwig. Two actors, down on their luck, resolve to pass themselves off as nieces of a dying lady, just to get her cash. This play has parts for 5 men ages 18-60 and 3 women ages 18-70. Auditions will be held in the basement of the Arts Council on May 16 from 6:00-9:00pm, May 18 from 1:30-4:30pm, and May 19 from 6:00-9:00pm. You will be asked to read from the script. Performances are July 18-20 and July 25-27. Questions? Call 704-480-8495 and leave a message, or message us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/gsctfan
Broad River Genealogy Society
The following are the activities that will be happening at the Broad River Genealogy Society.
Saturday, May 17, 10:00am - Heritage Day at the Broad River Achieves Building 1145 County Home Road in Shelby. Drinks and Food will be available. This will give everyone an opportunity to learn about what the Broad River has to offer. Come and get help in tracing your ancestors, and fellowship with other members and guests.
Cherryville Little Theatre
Cherryville Little Theatre is excited to be auditioning for a summer production of Aladdin, Jr. Sunday and Monday, May 18-19 by appointment. Call back dates are Tuesday, May 20. We are in need of singers, dancers, and gymnasts ages 12-18 years. Rehearsal dates are July 7-July 25 from 9:00am - 3:00pm. There are four performances over the weekend of July 25-27. There is an $80 participation fee. You can contact the directors for an appointment and audition requirements via email: pagethompson1@gmail.com.
Lady Rumble First Division Travel Soccer Team Tryouts
Lady Rumble First Division Travel Soccer Team Tryouts will be May 20-21, 6:00-7:30pm, at Dunbar Park, Forest City, NC. Age Group: U-17 Women. Tryout Fee: $25 (includes at t-shirt). Contact Jacki Rumfelt, 828-289-0365.
American Red Cross
5/23/2014 - American Legion Kings Mtn. Post 155, 813 Gold Street, Kings Mountain, 1:30pm - 6:00pm.
5/27/2014 - Central United Methodist Church, 200 E. Marion Street, Shelby, 2:00pm - 6:30pm.
Broad River Greenway Special Events
“Bird Walk”, May 24, 8:30am. An easy walk to look and listen for birds at the river. Discover different types of birds and their habitats. Bring binoculars, if you have them. Meet at the Ranger Station. Contact Ranger Jolly at 704-434-0040 or email kduren@broadrivergreenway.com for more information.
5th Annual Casar Masonic Charity Ride
The 5th Annual Casar Masonic Charity Ride will be Saturday, May 31. The ride will equally benefit The Masonic Home for Children and Whitestone. Sign in by 11:30am. Bikes leave at 12:00pm. All bikes must return by 4:00pm. Will start and stop at Casar Fire Department, 5765 Casar Rd., Casar, NC. $20 per bike, $10 for extra shirts (one free t-shirt per bike). Drawing for door prizes and food will be served after the ride. For more information, call: London Warlick, 704-473-3313 or Eric Newton, 704-692-8503. Return registration form, if needed please contact us!
Cleveland County Arts Coucil, Shelby
Hypertufa Garden Planters. Learn to make garden ornaments, pots, planters and pavers with Hyypertufa, a mixture of cement, sand and peat moss. You’ll take home your project. Call for a list of materials to bring. $35 fee, preregistration required. Saturday, May 31, 9:00am - 12:00pm. All skills level welcome. ccartscouncil.org.
Ruby C. Hunt YMCA Library, Shelby
Please check out the Book Club which meets on the first Monday of each month in the library at the Ruby C. Hunt YMCA.
Children’s Activities: Children’s Story Time, Tuesdays at 10:00am. Family Activities: Storywalk on the Fit Trail. Come read a new story each month! Adult Activities: Book Club - 1st Monday of each month at 10:00am; Writing Club - 2nd Monday of each month at 10:00am.
Summer Reading Program: Weekly sessions will be offered June 12 - July 24, 10:00am - 11:30am. For more information, visit: www.clevecoymca.org.
South Mountain Family Camp Summer Day Camp
South Mountain family Camp, 142 Mace Rd., Casar, NC announces Summer Day Camp for students going into 1st through 6th grade. June 23-27, 9:00-3:00. Only $50 for the whole week. Bring your lunch and come walk the P.A.T.H. with us. Learn about Christ through scripture, songs, crafts, games, creek stomping, hiking, water games. Call or e-mail Esther at 704-840-5160 or esthermullinax@gmail.com to reserve a spot.
Streaming Radio For Veterans’ Information
Visit www.JohnnyShort.com and click on the Country Travelers Radio Show link for the latest information that concerns veterans and provides them with answers. There are over 240 archived shows that feature different topics. If you are a veteran and would like to be on the air with your comments, please all Johnny Short at 704-538-8408.
Kiwanis Club, Shelby
Kiwanis Club of Shelby is a group of professionals who are involved in the community and looking to change Cleveland County, one child at a time. This fundraising and project oriented club meets the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month at noon at Deer Brook Restaurant, 201 Deer Brook Drive, Shelby, NC; or the 2nd Thursday evening of every month at 5:30pm at Dragonfly Wine Market, 101 West Warren Street, Shelby, NC. One evening social a month at area restaurants. Membership dues are $40 per quarter plus $60 per quarter if you attend lunch meetings. For more information or to join, please contact: David Barker, President, 704-472-1286, Peedidlr@gmail.com.
Cleveland County Head Start 2014-2015
Cleveland County Head Start: Office of School Readiness. We are accepting applications for the 2014-2015 school year for the following schools: Bethware Elementary, Boiling Springs Elementary, East Elementary, Graham Elementary, James Love Elementary, Washington Elementary, Casar Elementary, Fallston Elementary, Grover Elementary, Marion Elementary, North Elementary, Township Three Elementary. For additional information contact The Office of School Readiness, 704-476-8064.
Mental Health Association of Cleveland County
Survivors of Suicide Support Group meets twice a month, with a daytime and evening meeting. The Evening Group meets the 2nd Monday of every month from 6:30pm - 8:00pm at The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer (502 W. Sumter Street, Shelby, NC). The Daytime Group meets the last Tuesday of every month from 11:30am - 1:30pm at the Cleveland Memorial Library (104 Howie Drive, Shelby, NC). Sponsored by the Mental Health Association in Cleveland County. This group is not intended for those who have personally survived a suicide attempt. For details, contact the Mental Health Association at 704-481-8637 or mha@clevelandcountymha.org.
Piecemakers Quilt Guild
Piecemakers Quilt Guild meets the first Wednesday of each month from 10:00am - 12:00pm at the Lincoln Co. Senior Center, Lincoln Campus of Gaston College, 511 Aspen St., Lincolnton. We are here to teach and encourage those interested in the art of quilting, visitors and new members are always welcome. Meetings includes a general business meeting, show-and-tell, and a program related to quilting. For more information contact Pam Haskins 704-280-8309.
Parents Without Partners, Shelby
PWP meets every Monday night at 7:00 pm. at the Shelby Presbyterian Church for educational programs and at other times as scheduled for monthly social activities including: dances, plays, and concerts. The dances are held at the American Legion from 6:30pm - 10:00pm. every 1st & 3rd Thursday night of the month. For more information, call Connie at 704-487-1268 or Jo Ann at 704-538-9559.
Sheltered Children of Unlimited Praise, Shelby
Sheltered Children of Unlimited Praise Abuse Prevention Outreach & Support Group for Women, Children & Men, will meet Mondays 7:00pm - 8:00pm at Unlimited Praise Inc. 704-255-5165 RSVP. 1415 S. Lafayette St. Shelby, NC 28150 @ your lowest point look up!
Singles Dinner Group, Shelby
Singles 50 and over meet for dinner the first Friday of the month at Golden Coral, Shelby at 6:00 p.m. and the third Thursday at Fishermans Feast at 5:30pm. We participate in dancing and other monthly activities. We invite new members to join us. For more info, call 704-406-9166.
Council on Aging/Neal Senior Center
Council on Aging/Senior Center, 100 T.R. Harris Drive, Shelby, NC will have the following events in February:
“Bingo” - Each Monday night (except holidays), at the Senior Center. Doors open at 5:30 (no admittance after 7:00pm). Jackpot up to $500. Public invited 12 years and up.
Lawndale Missionary Methodist Church
Lawndale Missionary Methodist Church, Lane Street, Lawndale, NC, will have a “Parade of Tables”, May 17, 4:30pm - 7:00pm. Fundraiser for Leslie Queen. Hamburger Steak with sides or Hot dogs with sides. Adults $8, Kids under 10 - $4.
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