Hospice Hickory Nut Gorge Office
Hospice of Rutherford County is: A nonprofit organization, Licensed by the State of North Carolina and the State of South Carolina,
Medicare certified, A member of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization, A member of the Carolinas Center for
Hospice and End-of-life Care, A member of the National Family Caregivers Association,A member of the Interfaith Caregivers
Alliance. If you are interested in additional information regarding how you can support Hospice of Rutherford County please
contact:Hospice of Rutherford County,Post Office Box 336,374 Hudlow Road,Forest City, North Carolina 28043,(828) 245-0095 or 1-
800-218-2273,info@hospiceofrutherford.com. For local information in the Hickory Nut Gorge please contact JoAnn Faulhaber
jfaulhaber@hospiceofrutherford.com
The Friends of the Mountain Branch Library
Remind all Lake Lure residents to become a member of the library. Your dues help this volunteer group to purchase books, videos
and equipment beyond the library’s budget allocated by the County. The Mountain Branch Library is located at: 150 Bills Creek Rd
Lake Lure, NC 28746 Phone: 828-625-0456. Please support the Friends Group, recognizing that the library is an integral part of our
community and your contributions are tax deductible
Rutherford Community Theater
Support the Arts in our Community! Do subscribe and join as a "Friends of the RCT" support system that will allow you the
opportunity to help us facilitate this growth http://www.rutherfordcommunitytheatre.org/index.html
Shepherd's Care
A charitable, non-profit organization with a mandate to help those who are in need. Our organization is staffed
by volunteers with policies established by an elected Board representing the members of local churches and
members at large. Mission Statement - Assisting families and individuals with food, shelter, housing, medical,
health and short term emergencies. Shepherd's Care serves the Hickory Nut Gorge, a four county area which includes parts of
Rutherford, Polk, Henderson and Buncombe Counties.
Concerned Citizens of Rutherford County,
The Concerned Citizens of Rutherford County (CCRC) is a grassroots community-based group located in Rutherford County, NC.
Since its inception in June 1995, CCRC has grown from a locally based organization to becoming a voice for communities
throughout the Southeast and Appalachian regions dealing with unsustainable forestry practices. CCRC mentors community
groups in AL, KY, MO, NC, PA, SC, TN, VA, and WVA. http://www.ccrcnc.org/
KidSenses Children's InterACTIVE Museum,
"Dedicated to interactive learning, enhancing classroom education with hands-on fun. The Museum seeks to provide an
environment where children from birth to ten years old and adults are given a unique opportunity to play, learn, and create together.
By exposing children to a wide array of experiences in the areas of the arts, science, technology, culture and history, the Museum
seeks to instill in children a greater understanding of themselves and their world." Everyday is a journey...where will you to today?
Address:172 N. Main St,Rutherfordton , NC 28139,Phone: (828) 286-2120 , http://www.kidsenses.com
The Lake Lure Ski Club,
The Lake Lure Ski Club invites your support and active participation! We have recently installed a water ski slalom course on the
western side of the northern channel of Lake Lure. The new slalom course will only be used by Lake Lure Ski Club members that
have been trained on how to use the course. President Genevieve Helms of the Lake Lure Adventure Company.
For more information on the Lake Lure Ski Club or for membership details, please contact Genevieve Helms at 828-429-5055. For
media inquiries, please contact
Michelle Yelton at 828-980-2883 or via email at michelle@mcconnellgroup.biz
Check out this excellent Video taken on our lake: Video of Lake Lure Skiing!
Be a Mentor!
You are needed Wilfred McDowell, Rutherford County Schools Community Relations Director, 245-0252 ext. 145 or Dr. Vernon
Hoyle, Director, The McNair Foundation, 245-4339. We're also looking for retirees to volunteer for the SCORE (Service Corps of
Retired Executives) program. These folks counsel entrepreneurs in existing and proposed businesses. If interested, contact
Connie Butler, SCORE Area Manager, 828-894-3283.
The Parks and Recreation Board is looking for a few good people to assist in building and maintaining a series of
new trails in the town. These trails will range from wide paths suitable for walking, bicycling and wheelchairs through more
strenuous hiking on steep slopes. If you are interested in participating, please contact Chairman Ed Dittmer at 625-8529 or Town
Manager Chuck Place at 625-9983, Ext 0.
Lake Lure Lakefront Owners Association (LLLOA)
If you are interested in Lake issues and concerns and own lakefront property on the shores of beautiful Lake Lure, the LLLOA
invites you to become a regular member. Associate memberships are also encouraged for those who are interested in our Lake.
Each year members receive a directory of members, informative Muse Letters, and a first class mailed subscription to the Town of
Lake Lure monthly newsletter, Lake Lure News & Views. Members meet at the Town Community Center socially at least annually
to meet neighbors and discuss issues. Annual dues are currently a modest $17.00. You may pick up an application for
membership at the Municipal Center or call Bob Keith, Pres. At 828-625-2874 or Sue Forsyth , Treas. At 828-625-0885 for an
application or any questions you may have.
Rumbling Bald Resort on Lake Lure Garden Club:
To join call Rosemary Sipes- 625-2099
Volunteer and be a part of our Town!
If you would like more information regarding serving on one of the town’s boards or committees, then please contact the town clerk
At 828-625-9983 extension 104 or by email to TownClerk@TownofLakeLure.com .
Be a Fireman-BILLS CREEK VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT,
1561 Bills Creek Road ,Lake Lure, NC 28746
The Hickory Nut Gorge Recreation Association
chartered, non-profit organization (501C3) that sponsors children's athletics in Rutherford, Polk, Henderson and Buncombe
Counties in Western North Carolina. We presently host recreational T-ball, baseball softball and soccer for children 5 to 17.
In the future, we hope to offer football, basketball, tennis, hockey, golf, rowing, Little League Baseball and Challenge/Classic Soccer.
If you are interested, please email us, or print this form and mail it to the address listed.
Volunteer Trail Builders and Maintainers The Parks and Recreation Board is looking for a few good people
to assist in building and maintaining a series of new trails in the town. These trails will range from wide paths suitable for walking,
bicycling and wheelchairs through more strenuous hiking on steep slopes. If you are interested in participating, please contact
Chairman Ed Dittmer At 625-8529 or Town Manager Chuck Place At 625-9983, Ext
Full Moon Farm
is an organization dedicated to the well being of the wolfdog (wolf hybrid) and captive-bred wolf. Situated on 17 beautiful mountain
acres in Black Mountain, NC, we operate as a federally recognized 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization for abused and refused
wolfdogs and wolves who find themselves in need of love, shelter, and care through no fault of their own. Though they may be
abused or neglected, homeless because of death or divorce, they are all God's Creatures and worthy of a lifetime of respect. We are
here to serve them. For further information, please continue reading or contact Nancy Brown: Full Moon Farm http://www.
fullmoonfarm.org/ PO. Box 1548 Black Mountain, NC 28711-1548, (828)-669-1818 nancy@fullmoonfarm.org
Foothills Connect,
Reaching out to the businesses and homeowners of the Hickory Nut Gorge. Foothills Connect is a Business and Technology tele-
center aimed At helping companies with business and technology services, technology training, promotion and training of
entrepreneurs, and public Internet access. Tim Will is the contact person should anyone like more information on the FREE
services: 828-447-2660 (cell) or twill@foothillsconnect.com
The Hickory Nut Gorge Foundation
A team of people from W.A.V.E. has started an endowment for the Hickory Nut Gorge - Gerton, Bat Cave, Chimney Rock, Lake
Lure, and Bill's Creek. All gifts to the Hickory Nut Gorge Foundation remain intact, continue to grow and become an everlasting
resource for the community. The Hickory Nut Gorge Foundation is a component fund of The Community Foundation. of Western
North Carolina. Volunteers for Board level participation are currently being sought for representation from Bill's Creek, Gerton,
Chimney Rock, and Bat Cave. Donations are fully deductible. Donations can be made to The Hickory Nut Gorge Foundation.
Should be sent to the Community Foundation of Western NC, PO Box 1888, Asheville, NC 28802 Contact Jim Dunn on 625-
5157 for information: jamespdunn@yahoo.com.or www.cfwnc.org
LAKE LURE SHAG CLUB For more information visit our web page at www.lakelureshagclub.com.
CLICK ON THE STAGE
DOOR!
DOOR!
154 Jean Luc Lane, Highway 64/74 A, Bat Cave NC 28710
Mailing Address: PO Box 624, Lake Lure NC 28746
E-mail:shepherdscare1@bellsouth.net
SHEPARD'S CARE LINK
Mailing Address: PO Box 624, Lake Lure NC 28746
E-mail:shepherdscare1@bellsouth.net
SHEPARD'S CARE LINK
LAKE LURE AND WESTERN NC
OUR GROUPS!
OUR GROUPS!
The US Coast Guard Auxiliary.
This newly formed group consists of local volunteers.
If you are interested in joining do see their listing under Our Groups linked
below or call Jim Boxerman 828-779-2670 or Clyde Ingersoll at
828-606-8520
For additionaal information please click below
Jim Boxerman
This newly formed group consists of local volunteers.
If you are interested in joining do see their listing under Our Groups linked
below or call Jim Boxerman 828-779-2670 or Clyde Ingersoll at
828-606-8520
For additionaal information please click below
Jim Boxerman
If you know of a group that is not listed here, please let us know
as we continue to build that great mountain spirit that we all love!
as we continue to build that great mountain spirit that we all love!
Rutherford County Humane Society
Dedicated to Improving the Lives of Animals In Rutherford County. 531 Railroad
Avenue Rutherfordton, NC 28139
The purpose of the Rutherford County Humane Society is to strengthen and
protect the relationship between humans and companion animals and to foster
the welfare of the dog and cat population of Rutherford County. Our number one
goal is to promote and assist in spay/neuter to prevent the births and
subsequent euthanasia of hundreds of unwanted animals. We also aim to
prevent cruelty and abuse by active Humane Education.Do join us and Donate
below as we work together as a community
Call Now to help! Phone: 828-286-0222 and click on the
picture below to go to our new web site!
Dedicated to Improving the Lives of Animals In Rutherford County. 531 Railroad
Avenue Rutherfordton, NC 28139
The purpose of the Rutherford County Humane Society is to strengthen and
protect the relationship between humans and companion animals and to foster
the welfare of the dog and cat population of Rutherford County. Our number one
goal is to promote and assist in spay/neuter to prevent the births and
subsequent euthanasia of hundreds of unwanted animals. We also aim to
prevent cruelty and abuse by active Humane Education.Do join us and Donate
below as we work together as a community
Call Now to help! Phone: 828-286-0222 and click on the
picture below to go to our new web site!
Click on Missy and Posey's Picture to go to our Web site
Missy Meade Gates- Our Lake Lure Hair Stylist.
See her Advertisement has adopted two of
our dogs! Call her for an appointment and
thank her for her great heart!
828-243-9507
See her Advertisement has adopted two of
our dogs! Call her for an appointment and
thank her for her great heart!
828-243-9507
SHOW CASE YOUR BUSINESS ON OUR NEWSLETTER AND WEB SITE!
CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION ON HOW TO : ADVERTISE WITH US!!
CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION ON HOW TO : ADVERTISE WITH US!!
Rutherford County Arts Council is a non-profit
community organization dedicated to cultural revitalization through
the arts.
This goal is pursued through works of art produced by the Arts
Council, particularly drama, through support of and partnership with
other organizations and individuals dedicated to the same purpose,
and through our internet services, "Art/CultureNet" and
"Artist/performer Registry," which facilitate coordination and
information sharing with other arts and cultural groups
Tel: 828-245-4000
http://www.rutherfordarts.org
E-Mail us!
community organization dedicated to cultural revitalization through
the arts.
This goal is pursued through works of art produced by the Arts
Council, particularly drama, through support of and partnership with
other organizations and individuals dedicated to the same purpose,
and through our internet services, "Art/CultureNet" and
"Artist/performer Registry," which facilitate coordination and
information sharing with other arts and cultural groups
Tel: 828-245-4000
http://www.rutherfordarts.org
E-Mail us!
The Animal Protection Alliance of Rutherford County
Our volunteer office is currently located at the Animal
Control facility on Laurel Hill Drive where we welcome visitors and
serve residents as pet adoption counselors. We also work with
community pet owners to help them get their animals spayed or
neutered which is the only way to break the breeding cycle and begin to
control overpopulation.
Our mission is to improve quality of life for pets and their owners and
to integrate community compassion and humane care of animals into the
emerging progressive profile of Rutherford County by implementing
aggressive spay/neuter programs, promoting adoptions from our local
animal control facility and educating the public regarding the
responsible and humane treatment of all creatures.
Visit Our Web Site by clicking below!
Our volunteer office is currently located at the Animal
Control facility on Laurel Hill Drive where we welcome visitors and
serve residents as pet adoption counselors. We also work with
community pet owners to help them get their animals spayed or
neutered which is the only way to break the breeding cycle and begin to
control overpopulation.
Our mission is to improve quality of life for pets and their owners and
to integrate community compassion and humane care of animals into the
emerging progressive profile of Rutherford County by implementing
aggressive spay/neuter programs, promoting adoptions from our local
animal control facility and educating the public regarding the
responsible and humane treatment of all creatures.
Visit Our Web Site by clicking below!
CANCER RETREATS AND SUPPORT
Wind River Services
" where hearts and minds meet!"
Wind River Services
" where hearts and minds meet!"
Cancer can be an amazing journey, but it can also be overwhelming. If you or
someone you know is at any stage on the cancer journey, please consider a
rejuvenating retreat September 27-30 th at our property in the Tryon / Green Creek
area.
We have been there and understand, and are seeking individuals who are
interested in meeting other's dealing with cancer AND celebrating what can be
learned from it. We are a non-profit 501(c)3 that offers these retreat experiences at
no cost to participants - tax deductible contributions are always welcome :) Details
and pictures are at www.WindRiverServices.com . We can accommodate up to
seven participants so contact us soon about in our September retreat or other
cancer counseling needs. Call 828-863-2343 or email Shannon and Dave at
info@WindRiverServices.com .
someone you know is at any stage on the cancer journey, please consider a
rejuvenating retreat September 27-30 th at our property in the Tryon / Green Creek
area.
We have been there and understand, and are seeking individuals who are
interested in meeting other's dealing with cancer AND celebrating what can be
learned from it. We are a non-profit 501(c)3 that offers these retreat experiences at
no cost to participants - tax deductible contributions are always welcome :) Details
and pictures are at www.WindRiverServices.com . We can accommodate up to
seven participants so contact us soon about in our September retreat or other
cancer counseling needs. Call 828-863-2343 or email Shannon and Dave at
info@WindRiverServices.com .
Blue Ridge Performing Arts Center
Located in the historic Skyland Hotel building on the corner of 6th and Main
in historic Hendersonville, North Carolina.
Featuring a grand marble lobby, a cozy 98 seat theatre and a 20 seat
digital screening room, the center is a venue for all types of musical
entertainment, comedy, live theatre, foreign films, ballroom dance classes
such as Salsa and Swing, host to various writers, speakers, community
events, art shows, class reunions, weddings, parties and children's events.
Click the image below to see the current calendar
Located in the historic Skyland Hotel building on the corner of 6th and Main
in historic Hendersonville, North Carolina.
Featuring a grand marble lobby, a cozy 98 seat theatre and a 20 seat
digital screening room, the center is a venue for all types of musical
entertainment, comedy, live theatre, foreign films, ballroom dance classes
such as Salsa and Swing, host to various writers, speakers, community
events, art shows, class reunions, weddings, parties and children's events.
Click the image below to see the current calendar
Lake Lure Newcomers
Invites those who are new residents in Lake Lure (24 months or less) to join them in various activities which include: potluck,
gourmet, out’n about, theater, bridge/poker, book club, and hiking.
Anyone interested in becoming a member, call Russ Meade or Visit our Web Site to join
Invites those who are new residents in Lake Lure (24 months or less) to join them in various activities which include: potluck,
gourmet, out’n about, theater, bridge/poker, book club, and hiking.
Anyone interested in becoming a member, call Russ Meade or Visit our Web Site to join
Rutherford Housing Partnership Inc. is a local non-profit
organization founded in 1995 by a group of concerned citizens who
believed strongly that everyone had a right to safe and livable
housing. Therefore, our purpose is to assist low-income homeowners
with urgent repairs imminent to life or safety. RHP provides repairs
using volunteer labor with materials purchased through donated
funds.
SEE OUR WEB SITE TO SEE HOW YOU CAN HELP
organization founded in 1995 by a group of concerned citizens who
believed strongly that everyone had a right to safe and livable
housing. Therefore, our purpose is to assist low-income homeowners
with urgent repairs imminent to life or safety. RHP provides repairs
using volunteer labor with materials purchased through donated
funds.
SEE OUR WEB SITE TO SEE HOW YOU CAN HELP