Thanksgiving Special - Free Adoptions
The Cleveland County Animal Control Services, 1601 Airport Road, Shelby, NC, will be holding a Thanksgiving Special "Free Adoptions" through November 30, 2017, 10:00am - 4:00pm. All adoptions include Spay/Neuter, Rabies Shot and Microchip.
Crouse Fire Dept. Christmas Parade
The 2017 Crouse Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary will be sponsoring their 4th Annual Christmas Parade in downtown Crouse, NC, Saturday, December 2, 2017, at 1:00pm. Spectators are welcome and interested churches, organizations or individuals are urged to submit an application form to enter golf carts, tractors with trailers, floats, lawn mowers with trailers, classic cars, trucks, four wheelers, bicycles, floats, and goats, horses with wagons or buggies and horses with riders. They ask that business and corporate entities maintain a seasonal atmosphere and play down any commercial aspects. It is also worth mentioning that The Santa Claus Float at the end of the parade will be the only Santa Claus in the parade. On parade day all entries will begin lining up at 12:00 Noon on St. Mark's Church Road, beside the Crouse Fire Department, in Crouse, NC. With all entries required to be on site by 12:30 PM. All entries must have a holiday theme. No exceptions. Be creative. The organization is simple. Everyone simply shows up and the fun begins. Last year they estimated hundreds of people lining the parade route and this year an even larger crowd is anticipated. For more information or questions concerning the parade please contact Crouse Fire Department, 704-735-2247 or Mona Ramsey Crouse Community History & Photo Project 704-736-1440.
Pine Mountain Golf Course Toy's for Tots
Pine Mountain Golf Course Toy's for Tots Christmas Toy Drive will be Saturday December 2, 2017. 11:00am Shotgun. 2-Player Captain's Choice. Entry fee per team $90 plus 2 new unwrapped toys (min $10 each) - toys are for children ages: 0-14 years. Price includes: Golf, Buck's Pizza after the round, prizes, cash payout plus drawing for a membership. Rain date: Saturday, December 9, 2017. Open to the first 36 paid teams. Sponsors welcome. Free coffee and hot chocolate. Call the Golf Shop to enter: 828-433-4950. For more information visit our website: www.PineMountainGolf.com.
Union Elementary School Christmas Bazaar
Union Elementary School, 1440 Union Church Road, Just off of Hwy 226 (Near Polkville, NC) is hosting a Christmas Bazaar Saturday, December 2, 2017, 8:30am-1:30pm. Over 40 vendors! There's something for everyone.
Pet CPR & First Aid Certification Class
Pet Emergency Education presents Pet CPR & First Aid Certification Class hosted by Cliffords Army Rescue Saturday, December 2, 2017, 10:00am till 1:00pm, at Cleveland County Memorial Library, Conference Room 104, Howie Drive, Shelby NC. Become certified in canine and feline CPR and First Aid. This Pet CPR+ Certification program is Nationally recognized and rapidly becoming the premiere Pet CPR Training program for animal and veterinary professionals as well as animal lovers everywhere. This class will certify the participant in Canine and Feline CPR and First Aid. The skills and topics covered in this class include: Safety techniques when working with sick or injured animals How to restrain and transport sick and/or injured animals Taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, CRT) Importance of first aid kit How to manage common medical emergencies such as severe wounds, poisoning, burns, choking, etc. Performing Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation on dogs and cats (PetCPR+Certification Pre-registration is required.) Registration $69.95 with E book, includes a copy of the Canine and Feline CPR and First Aid Manual, 2 CPR Certification Cards, Official Certificate and a 2 yr subscription to their Online Animal Resource Center. Instructor is a Certified Pet CPR Instructor and is certified by FEMA in Animal Disaster Preparedness. This class award 3 CEU to veterinary professionals and 4.5 CEU to CCPDT dog trainers. Register at petcpr.petemergencyeducation.com
South Mountains State Park, Connelly Springs
South Mountains State Park, 3001 South Mountains Park Avenue, Connelly Springs, NC, Upcoming Environmental Programs:
Saturday, December 2, 9, 16 & 30, 2017 - "Wintergreen Hike". Enjoy a leisurely walk along the Hemlock Nature Trail, and learn about some of the many plant species that stay green all year long. Meet at the Jacob Fork Parking Area at 11:00am for this easy one mile walk. Also, Sunday, December 3, 10, 17 & 31, 2017, meet at the Jacob Fork Parking Area at 2:00pm.
Saturday, December 2, 9, 16, 2017 - "Nature's Ornaments" - Want to make a clothespin reindeer or a tree cookie ornament for your Christmas tree? Join a Ranger at the Visitor Center at 2:00 pm to make these fun crafts.
Saturday, December 9, 2017 - "Backpacking 101". Join Jeff Newton for an introductory class on backpacking. Participants will learn about proper clothing, trail cooking, basic first-aid and how to set up a tent. Meet at the Visitor Center at 2:00pm.
Sunday, December 10 & 17, 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. Please bring all personal equipment available. Classes may vary based on interest and skill level of the participants. North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission fishing regulations still apply.
Saturday, December 23, 2017 - "Wilderness Survival 101". This will cover basic survival information as covered in the Boy Scouts of America handbook. Presented by park volunteer, Jeff Newton. Free and open to the public. Meet at the Visitor Center at 2:00pm.
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.
Santa at Phifer Cabin
Santa will be at Phifer Cabin Sunday, December 3, 2017. It will be free and open to the public. Bring your camera and take a photo with Santa. Enjoy some hot chocolate and cookies while making a holiday craft to take home. Weather permitting the Poplar Springs Hand Bell Choir will play on the trail. This event is a great way to start the holiday season! Ranger Station - 704-434-0040 or kduren@broadrivergreenway.com
Town of Polkville 5K
The First Annual Polkville 5K will be held Saturday, December 9, 2017. Registration begins at 7:00am and race begins at 9:00am. Polkville Volunteer Fire Department, 4315 Polkville Road, Polkville, NC. $20 Early bird Online Registration. Visit: https://runsignup.com and scroll down and search: Polk"5K"ville. Early bird registration until September 15, 2017. After that price increases. Additional $2.50 processing fee. All proceeds to help raise money for the Town's 2018 4th of July Celebration! Walk or run!
Kings Mountain Historical Museum
Kings Mountain Historical Museum, 100 East Mountain St., Kings Mountain, NC, invites you to join them to see Santa Saturday, December 9, 2017, from 11:00am to 1:00pm. Santa Claus will be at the Museum during the Toys, Games & Trains exhibit to visit with the little ones. Mrs. Claus will also do a special reading of the classic 1823 children's story "The Night Before Christmas" Admission is free.
Shelby Senior Friends Social/Dinner Group
Shelby friends dinner group invites you to join them the third Thursday of the month at Showmars at 5:00pm for supper and alternating restaurants the first Friday of each month. They are a casual group of friends enjoying spending time together and many have found lasting friendships and relationships. Feel free to bring a friend and some fresh ideas. For more info, please call 704-756-0551.
Salvation Army - Celebrate Recovery
Celebrate Recovery, a Christian program for people affected by alcoholism and drug addiction, is now available at The Salvation Army church in Shelby, NC. Anyone is welcome. They will meet on Wednesday at 7:00pm in the fellowship room at The Salvation Army, 305 N. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC. Refreshments served. The parking lot is behind the church. Participants should use the red door near the fellowship hall. John Baker is the founder of Celebrate Recovery, a ministry born more than 20 years ago out of Saddleback Church, pastored by Rick Warren, author of The Purpose-Driven Life. It is now being used in thousands of churches nationwide. Over two and half million individuals have completed the program. Baker is also a nationally known speaker and the author of The Celebrate Recovery curriculum. From the program website, www.celebraterecovery.com: "Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered program with foundations firmly established in Biblical truth. The 12 Steps with accompanying Scriptures and the 8 Principles based on the Beatitudes offer participants a clear path of salvation and discipleship; bringing hope, freedom, sobriety, healing, and the opportunity to give back one day at a time through our one and only true Higher Power, Jesus Christ. The 12 Steps and the 8 Principles work seamlessly together, tying historical recovery to timeless Biblical teaching."
Are You 55 Years Old or Older and Looking for Part-Time Employment?
If you are currently unemployed and seeking employment, you may qualify to participate in a part-time temporary employment-training program for older workers. You must be 55 years old or older, live in North Carolina, and meet the program's income guidelines. Participants earn $7.25 an hour and work 20 hours per week. Currently seeking participants for work in the Cleveland County area. Contact Carrie Rhodes at 828-287-2281, Ext. 1227 to determine if you are eligible. If unavailable, leave message.
Cleveland-Rutherford Kidney Association Presents "Happy Birthday Elvis"
Cleveland-Rutherford Kidney Association Presents "Happy Birthday Elvis" A Tribute to the King, Travis Powell with TCB & Carolina Quartet, Saturday, January 6, 2018, 7:00pm, at The Foundation of Performing Arts Isothermal Community College, Spindale, NC. Proceeds to Cleveland-Rutherford Kidney Assoc. General Admission Tickets $30, Box seats $50. Ticket information, 828-286-9999 or www.foundationshows.org.