International Woman’s Day local panel discussion
SPENCER — 4-5:30 p.m. March 8: With local business owners Sandra Ardouin, published author; Debbie Barnhardt, owner of Barnhardt Jewelers; Maia Smith, owner of Maia Derma & Certified Holistic Coach; Jacqui Smith Watson, owner of Sugar Fairy Sweet Shop. Open to women of all ages. Refreshments will be served. Held at Spencer Public Library, 300 4th St., 704-636-9072.

Korea Cold War veteran’s reunion, all units
STATESVILLE — The Korea Cold War veteran’s reunion, all units, will be held from March 23-25 at the Hilton Garden Inn in Statesville. To RSVP or for more information, veterans may contact Camryn Landreth at 1024883@student.iss.k12.nc.us or David Benbow at either david@statesvillelaw.com or 704-871-9000.

Liberty Hospice seeks volunteers
Liberty Hospice Volunteers are needed at the Liberty Commons at 4412 S. Main St.
Volunteer for reading, music, life review, or just placing a smile on a lonely face. Call: Glenda at 336-596-5380 to learn more.

Lenten Season Music & Meditation
From 12:15-12:45 p.m. Mondays March 5, 12, 19, in St. John’s Chapel at 200 W Innes St, join in prayer and meditation with special music by Steve Stringer, piano (March 5); Rosemary Kinard, flute and Rob Durocher, piano (March 12); and Deanna Boksleitner, organ (March 19).

Humane Society spaghetti fundraiser
The Humane Society of Rowan County will host its Winter Spaghetti Fundraiser on Friday, March 9, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 5-8 p.m. in the Rhyne Building of Stallings Memorial Baptist Church at 817 S. Main St. Ticket prices remain $6 for adults and $3 for children under 12. Dine-in or carry-out available, and volunteers will deliver 5 or more dinners to a workplace. Delivery orders should be called to 704-636-5700 by 10 a.m. the day of the fundraiser. Meals consist of spaghetti with meat or meatless sauce, salad, garlic bread, dessert and tea. Delivery orders will not include beverage.
The Humane Society of Rowan County is a non-profit, volunteer animal welfare organization funded solely by donations and fundraising events.

www.humanesocietyofrowancountync.org/

The Rowan Redbuds
The Rowan Redbuds Garden Club met Thursday, Feb. 22, in the Stanback Room at Rowan Public Library. President Carolyn Alexander presided. If you are interested in visiting the club, call 704-637-0928 for more information.

Community Travelers trip
The Community Travelers trip to Hamrick’s and Prime Outlets in Gaffney SC is March 17. All travelers will receive a discount coupon from Hamricks. The price is $25. Contact Brenda Cowan 704-431-3974 or Cathy Alexander 704-433-5609 for details.