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TODAY
Vietnam Veterans Day Commemoration
The Quaker Meadows Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will host the Vietnam Veterans Day Commemoration on the lawn at the historic Burke County Courthouse at 11 a.m. In the case of inclement weather, activities will be held inside the building in the old courtroom upstairs. There is an elevator available.
Fish fry and gospel singing
Shiloh AME Church, 1323 N. Powerhouse Road, ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥, will hold a fish fry and gospel singing event for Women’s Day at the Julius Moore Building across from the church. Get a fish or hot dog plate (including baked beans, slaw, drink and dessert) for $12 or a fish sandwich for $8. The dinner is sponsored by Shiloh’s men. The gospel singing will feature 4ever Faithful, The Wilson Family and Morning Star Choir from Hickory. All proceeds will benefit the Women’s Day program.
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SUNDAY, MARCH 30
Women’s Day
Shiloh AME Church, 1323 N. Powerhouse Road, ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥, will celebrate Women’s Day during its 11 a.m. worship service. The Rev. Wanda L. Howell, who pastored several churches in the western North Carolina Conference before retiring, will be the guest preacher. She is currently an associate pastor at Shiloh. Special music will be provided by the Shiloh Gospel Choir.
TUESDAY, APRIL 1
Online safety event
Burke County Public Schools, Burke County Sheriff's Office and the Burke County Children's Advocacy Center of Southmountain Children and Family Services are hosting a free event about online safety and cybersecurity at Patton High School, 701 Enola Road, ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥, at 6 p.m. Learn from experts in the BCPS technology department as well as law enforcement and child advocacy on keeping your children safe while on computers, phones, gaming devices and more. Some of the topics may not be suitable for little ears.
THURSDAY, APRIL 3
Smart Start meeting
Burke County Smart Start’s board of directors meeting will be held at 4 p.m. at the Partnership offices, 304 W. Union St., ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥. Board meetings are open to the public and are held in handicapped accessible facilities. COVID, flu and other health restrictions will be observed. Anyone with a hearing impairment who may require the assistance of an interpreter or has other special needs should call the Partnership at 828-439-2326 or use the NC Relay System at 1-800-735-8262.
Online safety event
Burke County Public Schools, Burke County Sheriff's Office and the Burke County Children's Advocacy Center of Southmountain Children and Family Services are hosting a free event about online safety and cybersecurity at Heritage Middle School, 1951 Enon Road, Valdese, at 6 p.m. Learn from experts in the BCPS technology department as well as law enforcement and child advocacy on keeping your children safe while on computers, phones, gaming devices and more. Some of the topics may not be suitable for little ears.
NAACP meeting
The Burke County NAACP, Unit 5367, will meet at 6 p.m. at Mountain View Community Recreation Center, 645 1st St., ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥. Several important items will be discussed, as we continue to plan events celebrating our 90 years as a Burke County Unit. All members are encouraged to attend. The group is still practicing social distance and healthy protocols to keep everyone safe.Â
SATURDAY, APRIL 5
Piedmont Palooza
Western Piedmont Community College, 1001 Burkemont Ave., ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥, will host Piedmont Palooza with a 5K at 8 a.m., a car cruise-in at 10 a.m. and campus program highlights, food trucks and activities at 11 a.m.
FRIDAY, APRIL 11
Bingo
The Lake James Community Center, near Lake James Fire Department on N.C. 126, will have free bingo from 6-9 p.m. Hot foods including fish, fries and hot dogs will be available for purchase to eat in or to go. Door prize drawings will also be held throughout the evening. You must be present to win. The public is invited.
TUESDAY, APRIL 15
Friendly Tuesday Club meeting
The Friendly Tuesday Club will meet at the Silvercreek Adventist School, 2195 Jamestown Road, ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥, at 10 a.m.
Blood drive
North ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥ United Methodist Church, 990 Sanford Drive, will host a blood drive in its Fellowship Hall from 1-6 p.m. To make an appointment or for more information, call 1-800-REDCROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit and enter sponsor code "NMgtonUMC." Bring your Red Cross Donor Card or photo ID.
SUNDAY, APRIL 20
Sunrise Easter production
The Waldensian Trail of Faith will host its new Easter sunrise production, “Resurrection Light,†at 6:45 a.m. at 401 Church St. NW, Valdese. The event is free and open to the public.
MONDAY, APRIL 21
Valdese ABC Board meeting
The Valdese ABC Board will meet at 3:30 p.m. at 1018 Main St. W., Valdese.
SATURDAY, APRIL 26
DAR marker dedication
The Quaker Meadows Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution will dedicate a DAR/Pomeroy Foundation Revolution Series Marker at Obeth Cemetery in Lake James State Park at 2 p.m. in honor of three DAR patriots buried there: Rev. William Fullwood, Rev. John Gibbs and Lawrence Unger.
Membership tea
Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary, Unit 43, will be having a Membership Tea from noon to 2 p.m. at DAV Chapter 43, 2778 DAV Ave., ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥. All members and guest are invited to attend. Those planning to attend should call 828-413-5048 no later than Monday, April 21, to help with planning food.Â
TUESDAY, MAY 6
Friendly Tuesday Club meeting
The Friendly Tuesday Club will meet at First Baptist Church of ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥, 502 W. Union St., at 10 a.m.
MONDAY, MAY 19
Valdese ABC Board meeting
The Valdese ABC Board will hold its budget meeting at 3:30 p.m. at 1018 Main St. W., Valdese.
MONDAY, JUNE 16
Valdese ABC Board meeting
The Valdese ABC Board will meet at 3:30 p.m. at 1018 Main St. W., Valdese.
TUESDAY, JUNE 17
Friendly Tuesday Club meeting
The Friendly Tuesday Club will meet at Timberwoods Restaurants, 1501 Bethel Road, ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥, at 10 a.m.
MONDAY, JUNE 25
Valdese ABC Board meeting
The Valdese ABC Board will meet at 3:30 p.m. at 1018 Main St. W., Valdese.
TUESDAY, JULY 15
Friendly Tuesday Club meeting
The Friendly Tuesday Club will meet at the Sleepy Hollow Picnic Area at J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center, 300 Enola Road, ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥, at 10 a.m. Please bring a dish for the potluck meal.
MONDAY, JULY 21
Valdese ABC Board meeting
The Valdese ABC Board will meet at 3:30 p.m. at 1018 Main St. W., Valdese.
MONDAY, AUG. 18
Valdese ABC Board meeting
The Valdese ABC Board will meet at 3:30 p.m. at 1018 Main St. W., Valdese.
TUESDAY, AUG. 19
Friendly Tuesday Club meeting
The Friendly Tuesday Club will meet at the Burke County Senior Center, 501 N. Green St., ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥, at 10 a.m. Please bring a dish for the potluck meal.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 16
Friendly Tuesday Club meeting
The Friendly Tuesday Club will meet at Cross Memorial Baptist Church, 650 Enola Road, ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥, at 10 a.m.
MONDAY, SEPT. 29
Valdese ABC Board meeting
The Valdese ABC Board will meet at 3:30 p.m. at 1018 Main St. W., Valdese.
TUESDAY, OCT. 7
Friendly Tuesday Club meeting
The Friendly Tuesday Club will meet at Grace Baptist Church, 1939 Paul Shuping Ave., ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥, at 10 a.m.
MONDAY, OCT. 20
Valdese ABC Board meeting
The Valdese ABC Board will meet at 3:30 p.m. at 1018 Main St. W., Valdese.
TUESDAY, NOV. 4
Friendly Tuesday Club meeting
The Friendly Tuesday Club will meet at Oak Hill United Methodist Church, 2239 N.C. 181, ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥, at 10 a.m.
MONDAY, NOV. 17
Valdese ABC Board meeting
The Valdese ABC Board will meet at 3:30 p.m. at 1018 Main St. W., Valdese.
TUESDAY, DEC. 9
Friendly Tuesday Club meeting
The Friendly Tuesday Club will meet at Timberwoods Restaurant, 1501 Bethel Road, ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥, at 10 a.m.
MONDAY, DEC. 15
Valdese ABC Board meeting
The Valdese ABC Board will meet at 3:30 p.m. at 1018 Main St. W., Valdese.
