Rutherford Weekly - Shelby NC
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Page 16 - Rutherford Weekly 828-248-1408 www.rutherfordweekly.com Thursday, February 9-February 15, 2023 293 S Broadway St., Forest City 828-245-0434 Monday & Tuesday 8AM-5PM Thursday & Friday 8AM-5PM Sat. 8AM-12PM • Closed Wed. Not Just Oil, Pennzoil FAST FAST FAST FAST WAY WAY WAY WAY LET US DO YOUR DIRTY WORK! KIDS' CORNER BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Decorated by the hands of small children, our Valentine mailboxes were either taped or pinned around a table in my fi rst grade classroom. For about a week, if I remember correctly, the students in Mary Hutchins' fi rst grade would put Valentine cards in the mailboxes of friends and were opened on Valentine's Day. Our grade mothers also came to school that day with Valentine cupcakes and red punch. When it came time to open our mailbox/ envelopes they were passed around the room by our grade mothers. Thinking about that day, I remember a lot of anticipation as to what might be in our stuffed envelopes. I was anxious to get into my cards to see how many I received. I can't remember if every student put a card in every envelope, but I hope so. No one wanted to be left out especially on that day. When I asked 9-year- old Lucy about Valentine's Day for this week's Street Talk she said she doesn't have a "sweetheart" but she loves the day because people seem to be kinder. Another person answered she liked the day because people seem to be more giving. I loved those answers. Florists will be overwhelmed, fudge shops will no doubt make a lot of Valentine fl avors, boxes of candy will be bought up and Valentine cards will be delivered. No doubt social media will tell the love stories of many. We have an opportunity next Tuesday, February 14 to show love and kindness to all those we know and even the strangers we see on the street. We can express love to our sweethearts, children, grandchildren, friends and the down and out. Valentine's Day was not originated as a romantic holiday but sometimes we tend to think that's all it is about. Plenty of people aren't in relationships, others might be living in a town all alone or may be grieving the death of a spouse, a close family member or friend who passed on since last February 14. I love what Lucy said about Valentine's Day being a day for kindness. We can all show a little more kindness, especially to those who feel so alone on February 14 and often wish the day would disappear. We don't have to give expensive roses, fl owers, cards or even boxes of candy to our favorite sweetheart. What about giving free smiles? A smile goes a long way when given freely and with love. We might not change everything, but we might change the way someone feels that day. What about a smile for those who are overwhelmed by the problems they face every day and won't go away? Everyone we meet is facing something and rather than ignore them, give them a smile. Show kindness by handing out those little boxes of candy hearts with messages on them. There might be a message someone needs to read that very day. Although we have no idea what is going on in the life of a person, smiling just might be the encouragement they need at the very moment we see them. Have a great day giving. Contact Jean: gordonjean211@gmail.com VALENTINE'S DAY IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO BE KINDER By: Jean Gordon DEADLINE FOR COMMUNITY DEADLINE FOR COMMUNITY CALENDAR MONDAYS: 10AM CALENDAR MONDAYS: 10AM Through March 31 What: "Beary Fun" Stuffed Animal Collection When: Through March 31 More Info: Rutherford County Girl Scouts are collecting all types of new and gen- tly used stuff animals. Email: Mrsrahelrodgers@yahoo.com February 9 What: Parent Information Meeting- REaCH When: February 7, 8 & 9 Where: Virtual More Info: Rutherford Early College High School family interest sessions for current 8th graders and their parents/guard- ians. Thurs., Feb. 9, 7pm, virtual via Zoom (https://bit.ly/apply- 2REaCH). February 11 What: Benefit Buffet Breakfast When: February 11; 7-10am Where: Gilkey School Community Center More Info: For the Neighbor Pantry. Adults $8.Kids 6-12 $4. Kids 5 under Free. What: Country Ham and Chicken Pie Supper - Drive Thru Only When: February 11; 4:30 until Where: Mt. Vernon Community Clubhouse - across from Mt. Vernon Ruth School More Info: Fundraiser for Mt. Vernon Community Club. $12 per plate. What: Red Cross Blood Mobile When: February 11; 9am-2pm Where: Bethany Baptist Church Fellowship Building; 760 Bethany Church Rd, Forest City More Info: In honor of Judy Radford. What: Tickled Pink Scholarship & Community Impact Fundraiser Standup Comedy Show When: February 11; 8pm Where: One13; West Court St., Rutherfordton More Info: Featuring Chris Monds and Tito Koonce. face- book.com/omegasigmaomegaa- ka Volunteer Opportunity What: Volunteer Opportunity When: On going More Info: North Carolina Guardian ad Litem Program trains and supervises child advo- cate volunteers to represent best interests of kids in court system. www.volunteerforgal.org, 828- 288-6121. February 14 What: Addiction Support Group When: February 14, 6pm Where: Highland Apartments; 171 Butler Rd., Forest City. More Info: Rena 828-305-1280. February 18 What: Free Food Giveaway When: February 18; 8-10am Where: Caroleen Congregation Holiness Church, 112 Walker Store Rd., Ellenboro More Info: Lower parking lot- we'll bring the box to your car. What: Rutherford Farmers Market When: February 18; 10am-1pm Where: Woodrow Jones Building, 146 N. Main St., Rutherfordton More Info: rcfarmersmarket.com February 21 What: Open House for LLCA families When: February 21; 4-7pm Where: Lake Lure Classical Academy February 23 What: Steered Straight When: February 23; 5:30pm Where: Lake Lure Classical Academy More Info: Focused on drug education prevention; light refreshments afterwards; parents and guardians invited. February 26 What: Black History Program & Community Outreach When: February 26; 5:30pm Where: Grahamtown Community Center; 129 First St., Forest City More Info: Speaker: Annette Staley. History, music, dinner. Free bags of food, clothing and toys. 828-229-3380. March 4 What: Charity Dinner When: March 4; 4pm Where: Bills Creek Community Center; 198 Club House Road Lake Lure More Info: Corned beef, Irish music. Supports Bill's Creek Community Center. Take out available. What: Rutherford Farmers Market When: March 4; 10am-1pm Where: Woodrow Jones Bldg, 146 N. Main St., Rutherfordton More Info: rcfarmersmarket.com Email your community happening to: events@rutherfordweekly.com