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Page 18 - shelby shopper & info - 704/484-1047 www.shelbyinfo.com Thursday, March 17-March 23, 2022 Monday, March 28 Monday, March 28 What: Library Pop-Up Book Fundraiser When: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, March 28. Where: Eugenia H. Young Memorial Library, 104 Howie Drive, Shelby, NC. More Info.: Friends of the Library Pop-Up Book Sale. Great prices on great books! Main branch of the Library in the Friends room. Saturday, April 2 Saturday, April 2 What: Renaissance Fair When: Noon - 3:00 pm, April 2. Where: Shelby City Park, 850 W. Sumter St., Shelby, NC. (Field 4 near Carrousel) More Info.: Cleveland County Library System presents free family fun! Music! Balloons! Jousting! Face paint- ing! DIY Crafts! 16th-century fun for all ages. Vendors will sell turkey legs and other yummy food. What: Spring Craft Fair When: 9:30 am- 2:00 pm, April 2. Where: Hunt Park and the Price Community Center, Lattimore, NC. More Info.: The Town of Lattimore is hosting its Spring Craft Fair. Local vendors will be selling homemade crafts, baked goods, and much more. Vendors should contact June Whitaker at 704-434-2620 or whitakerrich- ard@yahoo.com to receive an application. Thursday, March 17 Thursday, March 17 What: Free Tea Party, Women's History Month When: 4:00 pm, March 17. Where: Eugenia H. Young Memorial Library, 104 Howie Drive, Shelby, NC. More Info.: Women's History Month feature: Jane Austen Celebration. Join us for tea time and discussion. Presented by the Jane Austen Society of North Carolina. Friday, March 18 Friday, March 18 What: Shelby City Park Girls Fast-Pitch Softball Registration Extended When: Softball deadline: March 18th. Where: Shelby City Park, 850 W. Sumter St., Shelby, NC. More Info.: When registering, you must have a copy of your birth certifi cate and a parent or guardian present. Fees are $25.00 for city residents and $50.00 for all other. If you have any questions, please contact: Ben Washam at 704-484-6821. Friday, March 25 Friday, March 25 What: Hands on Missions Annual Golf Fundraiser When: Noon, March 25. Where: Woodbridge Golf Course, 1007 New Camp Creek Church Rd., Kings Mountain, NC. More Info.: Visit our website www.hands- onmissions.org/spring-golf-fundraiser. You can also mail registrations to Hands on Missions PO Box 279, Shelby, NC 28151. Make checks payable to Hands on Missions. All registrations must be received by March 18, 2022. Rain date, April 8. Contact Stephen Hogge @ 704-471-1150 for additional ques- tions. See you on the golf links! NEIGHBORHOOD CALENDAR DEADLINE: NEIGHBORHOOD CALENDAR DEADLINE: FRIDAY, 3 PM PRIOR TO THURSDAY FRIDAY, 3 PM PRIOR TO THURSDAY EDITION, GO TO SHELBYINFO.COM AND EDITION, GO TO SHELBYINFO.COM AND CLICK ON SUBMIT EVENTS CLICK ON SUBMIT EVENTS NEIGHBORHOOD NEIGHBORHOOD CAL CALEN ENDAR DAR SHELBY SHOPPER & SHELBY SHOPPER & NFO INFO (Part 3 of the "DON'T MISS OUT" SERIES) "Eat your vegetables so you can be healthy and strong", is a common saying spoken to chil- dren. However, no matter what age, all of us need to feed our spirit with spiritual food that will strengthen and increase our faith. God expects us to continue to grow in our walk with him and not stay babies or immature in our understanding and actions. Hebrews 5:12 & 14 (NLT) states, "You have been believers so long now that you ought to be teaching others. Instead, you need someone to teach you again the basic things about God's word. Solid food is for those who are mature, who through train- ing have the skill to recognize the difference between right and wrong." Sometimes we miss out on opportunities to grow, because we become too busy to find out what the Lord has to say to us through his Holy Word - the Bible. There is a little song I like to teach children. It says: "If you read your bible and you pray everyday, You will grow, grow, grow. If you don't read your bible and you don't ever pray You will shrink, shrink, shrink!" The Apostles' Example Although delving into the bible nourishes our spirit, God wants us to also digest it by applying it to our lives. Until we actually put to practice the biblical truths and prin- ciples, with the help of the Holy Spirit, we are not going to move forward in our walk with God. I think one of the reasons the disciples were able to become so spiritually mature quickly was because they were fully committed. Although they were carnal and Jesus had to continually correct them, they still were willing to learn his ways, lay aside their agendas and follow Christ wholeheartedly. They grew in leaps and bounds in their relationship with the Lord, and their faith greatly increased. Also, they were able to experience his love, power, and purpose for their lives, unlike many who turned from Jesus because they were offended by his message. When he asked his dis- ciples if they would leave him too, Peter replied, "Master, to whom would we go? You have the words of real life, eternal life." (John 6:68 MSG) In other words, Peter was saying, "We are not going to miss out, Lord. We know who you are and what you have for our lives." PRAY THIS PRAYER: " Lord, I come to you with an open heart, a listening ear, and uplifted hands to you my God. Forgive me for not spending time with you and basking in your presence. I know I have missed out on words of guidance, encourage- ment, and wisdom by not making you a priority. Please help me to grow in the grace and knowledge of my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To Him be glory, honor, majesty, splendor, both now and to the day of eternity. Amen." Danyale Patterson is co-founder of Enlighten Minis- tries, a 501c3 organization with her husband Brandon Patterson. Contact her at www.danyale.com to share a testimony, send a prayer request, or book her to speak. GROW DANYALE PATTERSON These few simple tips can help you put together the perfect party to revel in all things green – and tasty. • Decorate with purpose. Everyone knows that green is the color of the day, but go one step further by incorporating it into different items. Banners and streamers work fi ne, but setting out green candles or even adorning your light fi xtures with green bulbs can help you take an extra step forward. • Create active fun. Instead of limiting your guests to dining and conversation, plan some simple activities to help the fun fl ow. Games like a "treasure hunt" for gold coins, limerick-writing competitions or even just turning up Irish-themed music can help get the party started. • Eat festively. Turn your party's food and drinks into true Irish dining with some delicious recipes like this American Irish Stew, which includes beef, onion, car- rots and potatoes for a tasty cultural meal to fi ll all of your hungry guests. For more hosting tips and the perfect themed recipes for any occasion, visit culinary.net. AMERICAN IRISH STEW Reprinted with permission from the American Institute for Cancer Research Servings: 6 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/4 pounds beef, top round, cut into 3/4-inch pieces 3 cloves garlic, minced Salt, to taste Pepper, to taste 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped 3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces 2 medium parsnips, cut into large chunks (optional) 3 cups low-fat, reduced-sodium beef broth 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary 1 leek, coarsely chopped 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley In large pot over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add beef and garlic. Cook, gently stirring until meat is evenly browned. Season with salt and pepper. Add onion, carrots and parsnips. Cook 3-4 minutes. Stir in broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer about 75 minutes, or until meat is tender. Stir in potatoes and simmer another 30 minutes. Add rosemary and leeks. Continue to simmer, un- covered, until potatoes are tender. To avoid pota- toes falling apart, do not overcook. Serve hot and garnish with parsley, if desired. Nutritional information per serving: 370 calories, 8 g total fat (2 g saturated fat), 43 g carbohydrate, 32 g protein, 6 g dietary fi ber, 427 mg sodium. Photo courtesy of Getty Images Irish Pan Haggerty Festive Fun for St. Patrick's Day (Family Features) Turn your St. Patrick's Day celebration into a chance to enjoy Irish heritage with hearty foods and a lively atmo- sphere. When it's the one day each year it's acceptable to pinch non-conforming friends and family, it'd be a shame not to go all out. IRISH PAN HAGGERTY Irish Dish (4 Servings) 3 tbsp unsalted butter, divided 3 cups onion, thinly sliced (about 10 ounces) 4 cups Russet Potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (about 1-¼ pounds) 1 cup (4 ounces) Dubliner or sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Sliced green onion tops for garnish (optional) • Preheat oven to 400° F. • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions, and cook until soft, but not browned, about 15 minutes. • Melt 2 tablespoons butter In a 10-inch oven proof skillet over medium heat. Remove from heat. Arrange 1/3 of the pota- toes in a layer, overlapping the slices. Top with half of the onions, and half of the cheese, Sprinkle on ¼ teaspoon salt and half of the pepper. Repeat layering with half of remaining potatoes, the rest of the onions, and the rest of the cheese. Sprinkle with remaining salt and pepper. • Top with remaining potatoes. Heat over medium heat for 15 minutes or until bottom starts to brown. • Top with piece of parchment paper, and press down to com- pact the layers. Bake at 400° F for 15 minutes. Remove from oven; top with piece of parchment paper, and press down to compact the layers. Return to oven for 15 more minutes. (See Tip 3) • Using a silicon spatula, loosen the edges and bottom of the Irish Pan Haggerty from the pan. Quickly fl ip onto a cutting board. Cut into wedges and serve.