Cookies for a Cause

Committed to giving back to the community, Girl Scouts Hornet’s Nest Council has expanded efforts for cookie donations to include a local focus to our hometown heroes — fire, police and first responders — as well as local charities and nonprofits.

Representing Girl Scouts of Rowan County, the Girl Scout Troop 1846 nominated the Rowan Sheriff’s Department as well as Rowan Helping Ministries in recognition of all they have done and continue to do for our community. 240 boxes of cookies were set aside for donation. The girls hand-delivered 120 boxes to the Sheriff’s Department on April 13 and 120 boxes to Rowan Helping Ministries on April 20.

AARP topic: Senior Safety

At the 1 p.m. May 3 AARP meeting, Cindy Fink, director of Rowan Meals on Wheels, will speak on “Senior Safety.” Refreshments will follow.
Meet at Rufty-Holmes Sr Center, 1120 S. MLK Ave. There will be a brief business meeting as well.
Cindy Fink is a native of Salisbury. She is the daughter of Ken Fink, a former President of the Rufty Holmes Senior Center Board and the late Margy Fink who was a member of the water exercise classes here. Cindy has been involved with Seniors for 20 years. As marketing director for a home medical equipment and pharmacy services company, she has given many programs that focus on “Senior Safety” and the opportunities that Seniors have to make the choice to age safely in the place of their choosing.

Ronnie Isenhour Fundraiser

To raise money to help with medical bill and expenses. Saturday, May 12 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. BBQ plates $10 at VFW Post 3006, 1200 Brenner Ave.
Music by Divided by Four, Motel Soap.
Ronnie had congestive heart failure and still undergoing medical treatments. For more informationm contact Donnie Smith at bryandonnie@bellsouth.net or 704-202-2029.

The Rowan Redbuds
The Rowan Redbuds Garden Club met Thursday, April 26, at the home of Sherry Beck. President Carolyn Alexander presided. If you are interested in visiting the club, call 704-637-0928 for more information.

Midnight’s Promise Open House
Meet the rescue horses at Midnight’s Promise Saturday, May 5 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Enjoy a picnic lunch for $5. Games for children, tours of the barn, pet the horses. Admission Free. 685 Delta St.

Lyme Disease Support Group
Sunday, May 6 from 3-5 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 200 West Innes St., in the Educational Building, room 218/
For more info call Doug at 704-785-5425 or Elizabeth at 704-636-3190 or see Facebook: Celebration of Hope Piedmont NC Lyme Disease Support Group

Health and Wellness Seminar
MOCKSVILLE — New Bethel Baptist Church hosts its First Health and Welness Seminar with Dr. Willie Mae Abel, Zena Thompson and Angela Nicholson as guest speakers on Saturday, May 5, from noon to 3p.m. There will be a light lunch served. The church is located at 3727 US Hwy 601 S. With questions call the church at 336-284-2990. www.newbethelbaptistchurch.webs.com

Faith Idol
Faith Fourth of July is excited to announce the return of the Faith Idol competition with new ways for performers to participate. This year, performers in all age categories will have the opportunity to compete not only as individuals, but now duos and small groups are welcome to participate as well with the exception of full bands. Go to faith4th.com to get an entry form. There are three categories: age 12 and under, 13-18, and 19 and above. 1st place wins $300, 2nd place $200 and 100 for 3rd place.