Free Classes, Local Eats & Live Music 🎶

Welcome back to the Roco Round Community Newsletter! We’re thrilled to connect with you and share the latest events coming up in and around our vibrant community this week.

A Look Inside:

• This Week's Events

• Community News

• Business Spotlight

• Opportunities

• Know Your Neighbor

• Helpful Resources

This Week’s Events

Week 3/7-3/13

This week’s events are all about learning something new, lending a hand, and having a little fun while you're at it. From free classes and fundraisers to live music and charcuterie boards (yes, please!), there’s a little something for everyone.

Whether you're brushing up on first aid or rolling the dice at game night, there's no better time to get out and connect with our community.

Check out our calendar for a full list of events where you can view more event details and add events directly to your calendar.

Happy Thought: “Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.” -Arthur Ashe
 
Take a sneak peek:

Monday [3/7]: Learn how to use free photo editing apps at Spindale County Library.

Tuesday [3/8]: Support our local Trail Life Troop NC 12:13 during the Fish Camp Fundraiser.

Wednesday [3/9]: Learn basic first aid and CPR with ROC at their free 2 day class.

Thursday [3/10]: Get tickets to the Josh Baldwin - Made for More Tour at Foundation Performing Arts & Conference Center.

Friday [3/11]: Create your own delicious arrangement with the Charcuterie Board Workshop at Mountains Branch-Lake Lure, NC

Saturday [3/12]: Support our local students and shop the annual plant sale at Chase High School Greenhouses.

Sunday [3/13]: Join Infinity Games and Toys at their weekly D&D session.

Community News:

Cops & Congress: Exclusive video: 'Rutherford County said that only Chimney Rock and Lake Lure need help,' USACE contractor says

Rutherford Weekly: Leadership Rutherford to partner with Mosaic Hope

ABC13: Thanks to Teachers: Steven Arrowood

NC Governor: Governor Josh Stein and NCDHHS Secretary Dev Sangvai Hold Roundtable in Nash County on NC Medicaid in Rural Communities

Local Business Spotlight

What clients love about Jennifer Saltouros is her market knowledge, enthusiasm and commitment to prioritizing her clients needs.

Message from Jenn: “With over 20 years of experience in sales and marketing, I bring a competitive advantage representing you as your REALTOR. Whether you’re seeking an investment property, a lakeside retreat, your dream home, or your very first property, I’m here to guide you every step of the way. I’m not simply a Listing Agent... I am a Marketing Agent dedicated to showcasing your property in its best light, ensuring it reaches the widest audience and attracts the perfect buyer! Buying or selling, let’s work together to make your real estate goals a reality!”

Contact Jenn for assistance today.

Opportunities:

Volunteer:

Join Ruff’ton Roots in the local community garden to learn valuable gardening skills and make new friends while growing food for the community.

Heart of The Foothills is in need of supplies for the animals in their care.

Join ROC and register for a FREE CPR Training April 8th and 9th in Spindale.

Employment:

Forest City: Join a winning team as an Office Clerk with Friendship Automotive.

Spindale: Earn as you learn on a growing team as a Field Technician with Go-Forth Pest Control.

Rutherfordton: Start a fulfilling career in finance as a Personal Banker with PNC.

Find more opportunities like these through Rutherford NCworks Career Center

Know Your Neighbor

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We’ll give them a special shoutout or share their story.
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Latest Post

7 Best Spots for Live Music & Great Food Near Spindale

This week we’re sharing 7 of the best places around Rutherford County to catch some live tunes and great food. What would you add to this list? Shoot us a message and let us know.

Read More to discover our top picks for live music around Rutherford County.

Helpful Resources

Grace of God Rescue Mission - Rescue Mission located in Forest City, serving the homeless and underserved.

Hands of Hope Pregnancy Resource Center - Get help navigating pregnancy with free resources and information.

Family Resources of Rutherford County - Parenting comes with many challenges. You don’t have to face them alone.

Out of The Ashes - Helping the underserved and uninsured receive addiction treatment and emergency shelter at no cost.

Hope Network - Hope Network is an outreach and community service organization dedicated to serving the needs of Rutherford and surrounding counties.

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