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October 22, 2026
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2 What: Discussion of The American Revolution by Ken Burns When: 5:30 pm till 7:00 pm. November 2. Where: Eugenia H. Young Memorial Library, 104 Howie Dr., Shelby, NC. More Info: Join us for a special screening and discussion of The American Revolution by Ken Burns, as we continue to celebrate America 250. Experience the story of America's founding through powerful storytelling and historic insight. The screening will provide an overview and highlights of the documentary. It will also kickoff three months of incredible programming around The American Revolution. These events will include a visit by an author for a book talk and a special tour of the Military Park at Kings Mountain, among other programs. We will have copies of the book This Fierce People: The Untold Story of the American Revolution in the South by Alan Pell Crawford for checkout this night if you are interested in participation in the author talk and discussion. These programs are made available through grant funding though PBS station WETA.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7 What: Chicken Dinner Fundraiser, Self Family When: 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm, November 7. Where: Belwood Community Center, 1114 Belwood Lawndale Rd., Lawndale, NC. More Info: Fundraiser for the Cecil Self family. They are a wonderful family who could use the community's help right now! You don't want to miss this good food for a good cause! Doug Fortenberry will be cooking this up for us! We currently have tickets placed at McCracken Marine & Pawn, Jumpin' Jeds, Oliver's Hardware, Parker Family Feed Store. Tickets are $15 in advance, $18 then day of. If you are interested in buying a ticket, swing by one of these stores, or call (704) 466-1059 or (704) 473-6527. All proceeds support the Self Family. Please help spread the word!! Thank you and we look forward to seeing everyone!
Saturday, NOVEMBER 14 What: 3rd Annual Uptown Hounds 5K When: 8:00 am till 4:00 pm. November 14. Where: W. Warren St, Shelby, NC . More Info: Hosted by: Clifford's Army Rescue. We're back and bigger than ever! This year's Uptown Hounds 5K promises a tail-wagging good time with: Our signature 5K run. A Fun Run/Walk for all ages. Santa and/or Grinch Photos available for purchase with your furbabies courtesy of RollOver Pets. Local vendors, food truck(s), entertainment and family activities to keep the whole pack entertained!
~ANNOUNCEMENTS~ Nar-Anon Support Group: Meets 6:30 pm weekly on Tuesdays at the First Baptist Church, 120 N. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC. Nar-Anon is a support group for those affected by someone else's drug addiction. We meet in the classroom off Dale St. between Sumter & Campbell St. Park on the side of the church or in the alley. Signs are posted. Call Bill, 704- 692-2092 or church offi ce, 704-482-3467. Al-Anon Support Groups: Al-Anon Family Support Groups support those who are affected by someone else's drinking and drug use. No Name AFG meets on Mondays at Noon at the Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 510 W Sumter St., Shelby. Contact Kay at 704-473-4891. Shelby AFG meets on Thursdays at 8:00 pm at Shelby Presbyterian Church, 226 E. Graham St., Shelby. Contact Jann at 704- 692-7688. Support Group: Every Thursday, Depression and Anxiety peer support group meets at 205 S. Washington St., Shelby. 6:30 pm until 7:30 pm upstairs. Questions text Jodi at 704-484-8998 or email qtbeauty76@gmail.com
Neighborhood Calender Deadline: Friday, 3 PM, prior to Thursday's Edition. Go to shelbyinfo.com and click on SUBMIT EVENTS
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