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Page 22 - shelby shopper & info - 704/484-1047 www.shelbyinfo.com Thursday, April 21-April 27, 2022 NO MORE ROBERT H. LUTZ Attorney At Law 704-600-6003 • 704-600-6004 www.rlutzlaw.com WE CAN HELP STOP FORECLOSURES! WE CAN HELP STOP FORECLOSURES! OVERWHELMING CREDIT CARD DEBT! OVERWHELMING CREDIT CARD DEBT! REPOSSESSIONS! REPOSSESSIONS! ©CommunityFirstMedia WE ARE A DEBT RELIEF AGENCY. WE ARE A DEBT RELIEF AGENCY. We help people fi le for bankruptcy relief We help people fi le for bankruptcy relief under the bankruptcy code. under the bankruptcy code. 310-8 E. Graham Street • Shelby, NC NO UPFRONT ATTORNEY NO UPFRONT ATTORNEY FEES FOR FILING CHAPTER 13 FEES FOR FILING CHAPTER 13 The Bluegrass Ambassa- dors, a non-profi t arm of the Chicago-based bluegrass powerhouse Henhouse Prowlers, have a deep under- standing of music as a glob- al language. In their travels around the world giving ed- ucational programs in more than 25 countries, they have witnessed the power of music to build connections between people from vastly different cultures. "We've seen over and over how music can change young people's lives, con- necting them more deeply to their home and the rest of the world," said Ben Wright, program director and banjo player for the Bluegrass Am- bassadors. "It's an honor to bring our love for traditional music and its roots to Cleve- land County." In late April, the Bluegrass Ambassadors will hit the ground in Cleveland Coun- ty to share the joy of music with 1,100 4th graders over the course of four days. With a sincere respect for the re- gion's traditional music, they will teach students about the musical culture and history of our community, including the roots of Piedmont Blues and Bluegrass in Cleveland County. "Bluegrass Ambassadors was born out of a desire to build exactly this kind of pro- gram," Wright said. "We're folding the rich history of the Piedmont into a music education class that will re- mind these 4th graders how important their region is to American culture, and hope- fully inspire them to be the next generation of musicians and artists." From the stage of the Don Gibson Theatre, the Blue- grass Ambassadors will em- phasize the signifi cant infl u- ence of African cultures and African American musicians on the region's traditional mu- sic. Students will also learn about important musicians like Sonny Terry, a blues har- monica player who began his musical career in Cleveland County, and Earl Scruggs, whose music shaped a new genre and inspired millions around the world. This unique opportunity for Cleveland County students was born from a collabora- tive effort between the Earl Scruggs Center, who worked closely with the Bluegrass Ambassadors to form the concept and content for the program, and Cleveland County Schools, who em- braced the idea and coordi- nated logistics. "We are excited to work with the Earl Scruggs Cen- ter to bring the Bluegrass Ambassadors to Cleveland County. They have struck a 'chord' of excitement with an exceptional educational ex- perience, locally rooted within our thriving, musically-mind- ed community," said Tamara Goforth, Executive Director of Elementary Education, learning, and student en- gagement. "There is no better opportunity for our students to enjoy one of their very fi rst post-pandemic, off-campus, 'ears-on' experiences than a visit to the Don Gibson The- atre for this program." Generous support for this program comes from sever- al foundations including the IBMA Foundation, the Dover Foundation, and the Duke Energy Foundation, who pro- motes vitality in communities through giving to justice, eq- uity, and inclusion initiatives, among other priorities. "We felt like this was an important and unique educa- tional opportunity to support," said Craig DeBrew, Local Government and Communi- ty Relationship Manager for Duke Energy. "Each commu- nity we serve has a vibrant cultural tradition and through this program, Cleveland County students will have a better understanding of the diverse infl uences on the mu- sic and culture of this region." The public is invited to see the Henhouse Prowlers in concert when they cap off their week in Cleveland County with a performance at the Don Gibson Theatre on Thursday, April 28, at 7:00 pm. Tickets are currently on sale and can be purchased by visiting the website www. dongibsontheater.com or by calling 704-487-8114. To learn more about the Bluegrass Ambassadors and their mission, visit https:// bluegrassambassadors.org/. Earl Scruggs Center Hours Tuesday through Saturday 10 am – 4 pm with extended hours on Wednesdays until 6 pm. Cleveland County res- idents receive free admission on Wednesdays. Learn more about the Earl Scruggs Center: Music & Stories from the American South and upcoming events and programs by calling 704- 487-6233 or visiting www. EarlScruggsCenter.org. The Earl Scruggs Center is a project of Destination Cleveland County, Inc., a non-profi t 501©3 whose mis- sion is to unite our county's history, heritage, culture and arts to create a vibrant econ- omy while embracing the fu- ture and preserving the past. Submitted by Mary Beth Martin Earl Scruggs Center to bring Bluegrass Ambassadors to Cleveland County 4th graders for innovative music programs Through their non-profi t Bluegrass Ambassadors, the Henhouse Prowlers give youth hands-on time with instruments and inspire them to learn about bluegrass, global music fundamentals and more. CCC Welcomes New Board Member Cleveland Community College wel- comed a new member to its Board of Trustees on Wednesday, April 6 as Commissioner Kevin Gordon was sworn in at a special ceremony. "We are fortunate to have a great group serving on this Board." said Rev. Dr. Lamont Littlejohn Jr., chairman of CCC's Board of Trustees, "I believe Commissioner Gordon is going to be a strong addition to the group and we are excited to welcome him to the CCC family." Gordon began a career with the Charlotte Fire Department in 1991 as a fi refi ghter. During his time there he served in several positions including Fire Captain, Battalion Chief and Deputy Fire Chief. He retired in 2018, and currently serves as the Director of Emergency Management and Fire Services for Gaston County. In addition to his work experience, Gordon has served on several boards over the years and in 2020 was elected to the Cleveland County Board of Commissioners and now serves as chair. "I look forward to learning the role and working with the Board and staff," said Gordon at the swearing in ceremony. "I look forward to making the connection between this Board and the Commissioners. It's a unique position to be in and I hope to be able to effectively communicate to the Commissioners the needs of the College.". Submitted by Paul Vess Kasey Bartleson smiles as she spots an egg at The Shelby City Park Easter Egg Hunt at Hanna Park on Saturday, April 9th. – Jeff melton photo Wilkes Davis opens an egg after the Easter Egg Hunt at Hanna Park on Saturday 9, 2022. – Jeff melton photo New Edition Every Thursday! Also Online @ shelbyinfo.com Or Sell Your Or Sell Your Stuff Stuff By Placing By Placing Your Ad! Your Ad! Call Today at 704-484-1047