Cherokee County, North Carolina
Standing Calendar of Events
Following is a list of upcoming events and meetings in Cherokee County, North Carolina. To have your event added to the list, email me at jd@johndilbeck.com with the subject: Add event to standing calendar.
We also maintain a Calendar of Events for non-repeating events or for events and meetings with specific information for a single meeting.
Schedules and meetings may change without notice. To get the latest information, please verify details with the contact person listed.
Sunday
Every Sunday
Alcoholics Anonymous
The Cherokee County, NC, Alcoholics Anonymous has scheduled meetings as follows:
Tuesdays at 7:00 pm -- Murphy Presbyterian Church (White House in rear);
Wednesdays at 8:00 pm -- United Methodist Church, Andrews, NC 28901, in the fellowship hall;
Thursdays at 8:00 pm -- Murphy Medical Center in the main conference room.
Saturdays at noon -- Murphy Presbyterian Church (White House in rear)
Sundays at 8:00 pm -- Christian Love Ministries
For a complete area meeting schedule and more information, call 828-837-4440.
Monday
Every Monday
Murphy Rotary Club
The Murphy Rotary Club meets every Monday at noon at Koo Koo's Buffet.
Bellview Community Club
The Bellview Community Club holds its monthly business meetings at 7:00 pm on the first Monday of each month at the community center, off Bellview Road. Membership is open to anyone who has an interest in Bellview. Non-residents may also hold membership. Grocery bingo is at 7:00 pm on the second Friday of each month. Bring finger food for breaks. Aerobic sessions are held at 6:30 pm on every Monday and Thursday. The group is low impact and for all ages. Youth night is at 7:00 pm on every first, third and fourth Friday. All age groups are invited to attend this supervised activity.
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) - Murphy, NC 28906
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), Murphy Chapter 478, meets every Monday at the Glenmary Center in Murphy. Weigh-in starts at 4:30 pm and the meeting begins at 5:00 pm. Everyone is invited. For more information, call Barbara Cook at 828-837-4180.
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) - Andrews, NC 28901
TOPS meetings in Andrews are held at 5:30 pm on Mondays in the Church of God fellowship hall. For more information, call Gary Perkins at 828-321-8701, or Dorothy Payne at 828-321-5242.
Campbell Folk School Cloggers
Clogging classes are held on Mondays at John C. Campbell Folk School by the Campbell Folk School Cloggers. Beginner class starts at 4:45 pm; intermediate class at 5:30 pm; and advanced class at 6:15 pm. Cost is 50 cents. For more information, call Kathi Rogers at 828-389-9915.
Chess Players
Chess players will meet at 9:30 am on Saturdays and Mondays at Foster's Flea Market. There are no registrations or fees. All chess players are invited.
Brasstown Fire Department
Brasstown Fire Department has training meetings at 6:30 pm every Monday. All are invited. Members are also needed who would like to help with non-fire duties. For more information, call 828-837-2819.
First Monday
People of Faith Against the Death Penalty
People of Faith Against the Death Penalty meets the first Monday of each month beginning at 7:00 pm. Meetings are held at the Glen Mary House, next to St. William Catholic Church, in Murphy, NC 28906. For more information, call 828-837-0867.
American Legion Post 96
The Joe Miller Elkins American Legion Post 96 meets at 7:00 pm on the first Monday of each month at the Penland Senior Citizens Center, Alpine Street, Murphy, NC 28906.
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10222 and Ladies Auxiliary
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10222 and Ladies Auxiliary meets at 6:00 pm on the first Monday of each month at the Murphy Veterans Building, 79 Park Ave., Murphy, NC 28906.
Hiwassee Dam Community Club
The Hiwassee Dam Community Club meets at 7:00 pm on the first Monday of each month. Grocery bingo is held at 7:00 pm on the second Saturday of each month. Bring finger foods for refreshments during the break. The public is invited. For more information, call 828-644-9364.
Bellview Community Club
The Bellview Community Club holds its monthly business meetings at 7:00 pm on the first Monday of each month at the community center, off Bellview Road. Membership is open to anyone who has an interest in Bellview. Non-residents may also hold membership. Grocery bingo is at 7:00 pm on the second Friday of each month. Bring finger food for breaks. Aerobic sessions are held at 6:30 pm on every Monday and Thursday. The group is low impact and for all ages. Youth night is at 7:00 pm on every first, third and fourth Friday. All age groups are invited to attend this supervised activity.
Lottie Moon Baptist Women's Group
Lottie Moon Baptist Women's Group meets at 7:00 pm on the first Monday of each month. Donna Pipes is the leader.
Cherokee Lodge 146 AF&AM
Cherokee Lodge 146 AF&AM meets at 7:30 pm on the first Monday of each month on Hiawassee Street.
Wolf Creek Fire Department
Wolf Creek Fire Department holds regular business meetings at 7:00 pm on the first Monday of each month at the Wolf Creek Fire Station next to Hot House Community Center. Training meetings are held at 7:00 pm on the third Monday or each month at the fire station. Anyone interested in joining is invited. For more information, call Capt. Darren Watkins at 828-494-2958.
Second Monday
AARP Chapter 3563
AARP Chapter 3563 meets at 1:30 pm on the second Monday of each month at the Penland Senior Center, Alpine Street, Murphy, NC 28906. People over age 55 are invited. For more information, call President Margie King at 828-835-9590.
Hanging Dog Community Club
The Hanging Dog Community Club meets at 7:00 pm on the second Monday of each month at the community center. All residents of the community are invited.
Culberson Community Club
The Culberson Community Club meets at 6:30 pm on the second Monday of each month, with a potluck supper at the community center on NC Hwy 60. Grocery bingo is held at 7:00 pm on the fourth Friday of each month. Refreshments are served. Everyone is invited.
Ranger Community Club
The Ranger Community Club sponsors grocery bingo at 7:00 pm on the first Friday of every month. Bring a snack for the break. Regular business meetings are held on the second Monday of each month beginning with a pot-luck supper at 6:30 pm.
Third Monday
Blue Ridge Mountains Chapter of Military Officers Association of America
The Blue Ridge Mountains Chapter of Military Officers Association of America meets on the third Monday of every month at an area restaurant. For details, call Leigh Hunt, 828-837-0809; Clint Cummins, 828-389-8786; Walt Shumway, 706-896-3531; or Elizabeth Cooksey, 706-745-1624.
First and Third Monday
Wood Carving Club
Everyone is welcome to join a wood carving club -- experienced to beginners. Meetings will be held on the first and third Mondays of each month at the Martins Creek Community Center. For more information, call Jim Baron at 828-837-9736 or Bob Crisp at 828-835-9429.
Last Monday
Far West Small Scale Agricultural Action Team
The Far West Small Scale Agricultural Action Team meets the last Monday of each month in the St. Andrews Lutheran Church community room, in Andrews, NC 28901. All farmers from Clay, Graham, Swain, and Cherokee counties are invited to participate. For more information, call Debra Sloan at 828-524-1264 or via email at debrasloan@earthlink.net
Tuesday
Every Tuesday
Alcoholics Anonymous
The Cherokee County, NC, Alcoholics Anonymous has scheduled meetings as follows:
Tuesdays at 7:00 pm -- Murphy Presbyterian Church (White House in rear);
Wednesdays at 8:00 pm -- United Methodist Church, Andrews, NC 28901, in the fellowship hall;
Thursdays at 8:00 pm -- Murphy Medical Center in the main conference room.
Saturdays at noon -- Murphy Presbyterian Church (White House in rear)
Sundays at 8:00 pm -- Christian Love Ministries
For a complete area meeting schedule and more information, call 828-837-4440.
Overeaters Anonymous
Overeaters Anonymous, a fellowship offering recovery, love and understanding to people who have the desire to stop overeating, meets at 7:00 pm on each Tuesday of the month at the back entrance to Vengeance Creek Baptist Church. There are no dues, fees or weigh-ins. For more information, call 828-837-7165.
Bellview Methodist Church Choir Practice
Bellview Methodist Church choir practice is held at 6:30 pm on Tuesdays.
Toastmasters
Toastmasters will meet from 6:30 pm - 8 pm on each Tuesday at the Murphy Catholic Church's Glen Mary House, 731 Old Andrews Road, Murphy, NC 28906, next to West Motel. For more information, call 828-837-7284.
First Tuesday
Far West Heritage Tourism Roundtable
The Far West Heritage Tourism Roundtable meets the first Tuesday of each month from 10:00 am until 12:00 noon in the St. Andrews Lutheran Church community room in Andrews, NC 28901. Anyone interested in heritage tourism from Clay, Cherokee, Swain, and Graham counties and the Qualla Boundary is invited to attend. For more information, contact Pat Moretz at 828-321-4597 or via email at moretzjp@dnet.net
Peachtree Community Club
The Peachtree Community Club meets at 6:30 pm on the first Tuesday of each month with a covered dish supper. Game night is at 7:00 pm on the third Friday of the month. Bring snack food.
Unaka Community Club
The Unaka Community Club meets at 7:30 pm on the first Tuesday night of each month.
Murphy Civitan Club
The Murphy Civitan Club meets on the first and third Tuesdays of each month with fellowship starting at 6:45 pm at The Sirloin Family Steakhouse in Murphy, NC 28906.
Second Tuesday
Cherokee County Crime Commission
The Cherokee County Crime Commission meets the second Tuesday of every month at 7:00 pm at the Penland Senior Citizens Center, 69 Alpine Drive, Murphy, NC 28906. The public is invited. For more information, call 828-837-3936.
Murphy Chapter 73 Disabled American Veterans and Ladies Auxiliary
The Murphy Chapter 73 Disabled American Veterans and Ladies Auxiliary meets at 7:00 pm on the second Tuesday of each month at the Senior Citizens Center, Alpine Street, Murphy, NC 28906.
Martins Creek Community Club
The Martins Creek Community Club meets at 7:00 pm on the second Tuesday of each month at the community center. Everyone is invited to attend, help plan gospel singings that are held the last Saturday of each month, plan benefits and help improve the area. For more information, call Don and Pinky Roberts at 828-837-4328 or Mary McCoy at 828-837-7278.
Archibald D. Murphey Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution
The Archibald D. Murphey Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution meets at 6:00 pm on the second Tuesday of each month at the Murphy Veterans Building, 79 Park Ave., Murphy, NC 28906. New members are invited. For more information, call 828-837-2093 or 828-389-3506.
Cherokee County Indian Community Club
The Cherokee County Indian Community Club meets at 7:00 pm on the second Tuesday of each month.
Parent/Advocacy Support Group
A parent/advocacy support group meets on the second Tuesday of each month to focus on seeing that special needs children get the help they need in school. For more information, call Ellie or Randy Nehr at 828-837-0999.
Third Tuesday
Murphy Civitan Club
The Murphy Civitan Club meets on the first and third Tuesdays of each month with fellowship starting at 6:45 pm at The Sirloin Family Steakhouse in Murphy, NC 28906.
Cherokee/Clay AIDS Task Force
The Cherokee/Clay AIDS Task Force meets at 7:00 pm on the third Tuesday of each month in the small conference room at Murphy Medical Center. For more information, call the Cherokee County Health Department at 828-837-7486, or the Clay County Health Department at 828-389-8052.
Alzheimers/Dementia Support Group
An Alzheimers/dementia support group meeting, sponsored by Murphy Medical Center Nursing Home, will be held from 2:00 pm until 3:00 pm on every third Tuesday in the large conference room at Murphy Medical Center in the Peachtree community. For more information, call Pam Lovingood at 828-835-7588.
Hanging Dog Fire Department
Hanging Dog Fire Department has general membership meetings at 7:00 pm on the third Tuesday of each month at the fire house.
Third Tuesday of Every Other Month
Small Farmers Association
The Small Farmers Association meets at 6:30 pm on the third Tuesday of every other month at the Cherokee County Senior Center, in Murphy, NC 28906. For more information, call Kendy Sawyer at 828-389-1920.
Every Other Tuesday
MOPS
MOPS (Mothers of Pre-schoolers) is a non-denominational group of moms who meet from 6:30 pm until 8:30 pm on every other Tuesday during the school year at Murphy First Baptist Church. Child care for preschoolers is provided. For more information, call the church at 828-837-2615, or Karen Duncan at 828-837-4363.
Moore House Ministry
Moore House Ministry feeds 100 to 150 families every other Tuesday. The next food giveaway will be on November 9, 2004. The food giveaway is from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Joy and Dick Lynn run the ministry from their home in Murphy, NC 28906. They also have clothes for those who need them. All food is donated from churches as is the gas money for picking up the donated food. The food is given to whomever needs it. A small donation, of a dollar or so, is requested. Extra food is taken to the jail, senior centers, Christian Love Ministries, REACH, and others. The ministry is staffed by all volunteers.
Last Tuesday
Bellview 4-H Club
Bellview 4-H Club meets at 6:30 pm on the last Tuesday of each month at the Bellview Community Center. It is open to youth between ages 6-12. For more information, call 828-837-4261 or Jane Stiles, Cherokee County Cooperative Extension Office at 828-837-2210.
Wednesday
Every Wednesday
Alcoholics Anonymous
The Cherokee County, NC, Alcoholics Anonymous has scheduled meetings as follows:
Tuesdays at 7:00 pm -- Murphy Presbyterian Church (White House in rear);
Wednesdays at 8:00 pm -- United Methodist Church, Andrews, NC 28901, in the fellowship hall;
Thursdays at 8:00 pm -- Murphy Medical Center in the main conference room.
Saturdays at noon -- Murphy Presbyterian Church (White House in rear)
Sundays at 8:00 pm -- Christian Love Ministries
For a complete area meeting schedule and more information, call 828-837-4440.
Murphy Rounds Dance Group
Murphy Rounds, an adult dance group, meets from 7:45 pm until 9:45 pm on Wednesdays at Tri-County Community College in the Peachtree community. For more information, call Kit or Sandy Brown at 828-837-0966.
Moms in Touch
Moms in Touch meets from 11:00 am to noon on Wednesdays to pray for children and schools. The group's purpose is to stand in the gap for children through prayer. For more information, call 828-837-0706.
Quilting Classes
In Nonnie's Attic (formerly Barb's Quilting Quarters) is holding beginners quilting classes on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 11:00 pm. For more information, call 828-321-2800.
French Group at Library
Parlez-vous francais? If you do speak French and want to practice your language skills, then come to the Murphy Public Library on Wednesdays from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. A new French conversation group is starting up for those who can carry on a conversation in French. If you don't speak French yet, you can still come and listen in. Everyone is welcome as long as no English is spoken. There is no charge to join this group. For further information or to put your name on the list for the conversation group, call the library at 828-837-2417.
First Wednesday
BOOM - Business Owners and Operators in Murphy
Business owners and operators in Murphy meet at 8:00 am on the first Wednesday of each month at The Ballroom in Murphy, NC 28906. Everyone is invited. For more information, call 828-835-7433.
Second Wednesday
Shooting Creek Basket Weavers Guild
Shooting Creek Basket Weavers Guild meets from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on the second Wednesday of each month at the Shooting Creek Community Center. For more information, call Kay Swanstrom at 828-644-5238, or Barb Polos at 828-644-9133.
Third Wednesday
NARFE
NARFE meets at 9:00 am on the third Wednesday of each month at Wayne's Restaurant in Murphy, NC 28906. For more information, call Bill Dailey at 828-389-4720.
Support Group for Diabetics
A support group for diabetics and their families will meet at 3:00 pm on the third Wednesday of each month at Brasstown Community Center, Settawig Road, Brasstown, NC 28902, near the Brasstown Post Office. For more information, call Dr. Ellen Andrews at 828-835-9451.
Thursday
Every Thursday
Abuse Support Group
REACH holds a support group for adult survivors of child sexual abuse and incest. Meetings will be Thursdays, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm at the REACH office, downtown Murphy, NC 28906.
Al-Anon AFG Serenity Family Group
The Serenity Al-Anon Family Group meets at the Ranger United Methodist Church, 156 Ranger Road, Murphy, NC 28906 -- west of Murphy off Highway 64. Al-Anon is a 12-step recovery program for family and friends whose lives have been affected by someone else's drinking too much. The group meets every Thursday at the church from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm. The meeting is held at the lower level in back of the church. It is a closed meeting. For more information, call 828-644-9441 or 828-837-8672.
Narcotics Anonymous
Narcotics Anonymous will meet at 7:00 pm on every Thursday at the Murphy Presbyterian Church in the fellowship hall. For more information, call 828-837-8444.
Alcoholics Anonymous
The Cherokee County, NC, Alcoholics Anonymous has scheduled meetings as follows:
Tuesdays at 7:00 pm -- Murphy Presbyterian Church (White House in rear);
Wednesdays at 8:00 pm -- United Methodist Church, Andrews, NC 28901, in the fellowship hall;
Thursdays at 8:00 pm -- Murphy Medical Center in the main conference room.
Saturdays at noon -- Murphy Presbyterian Church (White House in rear)
Sundays at 8:00 pm -- Christian Love Ministries
For a complete area meeting schedule and more information, call 828-837-4440.
Bellview Community Club
The Bellview Community Club holds its monthly business meetings at 7:00 pm on the first Monday of each month at the community center, off Bellview Road. Membership is open to anyone who has an interest in Bellview. Non-residents may also hold membership. Grocery bingo is at 7:00 pm on the second Friday of each month. Bring finger food for breaks. Aerobic sessions are held at 6:30 pm on every Monday and Thursday. The group is low impact and for all ages. Youth night is at 7:00 pm on every first, third and fourth Friday. All age groups are invited to attend this supervised activity.
Weight Watchers
Weight Watchers meet weekly downstairs at the Econolodge in Murphy, NC 28906. Thursday's meeting is held at 6:00 pm with weigh-in starting at 5:30 pm. Friday meetings begin at 11:00 am. Everyone is invited.
Episcopal Church of the Messiah Evening Prayer
Episcopal Church of the Messiah has evening prayer beginning at 5:15 p.m. on Thursdays. Call 828-837-2021.
GED Classes
Classes for anyone wishing to obtain the general equivalency diploma meet from 9:00 am to noon every Thursday at the Joblink office (Employment Security Commission) in Murphy, NC 28906. The free classes are sponsored by Tri-County Community College. Stop by the office during these hours or call Susie West at 828-837-7407 or 828-835-3289, Ext. 239, for more information.
Party Bridge
Party bridge: duplicate bridge is played from 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm every Thursday at the Senior Citizen Center, Murphy, NC 28906. For more information, call Mary Foster at 828-837-8592.
A Gathering of Quilters
A Gathering of Quilters meets at 10:00 am every Thursday of each month at the First United Methodist Church in Murphy, NC 28906. There are no dues and no officers. Bring a sack lunch and something to work on. For more information, call Sammie Simpson at 828-837-7617.
First Thursday
Visually Impaired Support Group
A support group for people who are visibly impaired meets the first Thursday of every month at Peachtree Memorial Baptist Church. For more information, call Susan Hart, 828-837-7455.
Grape Creek Community Club
The Grape Creek Community Club meets at 7:00 pm on the first Thursday of each month. Everyone is invited.
Blind and Vision Impaired Support Group
The Blind and vision impaired support group meets at 10:00 am on the first Thursday of each month at Peachtree Memorial Baptist Church. For more information, call 828-837-5687 or 828-837-7084.
Poetry Critique and Workshop
Poetry critique and workshop is held the first Thursday of each month at Tri-County Community College, sponsored by N.C. Writers' Network West. For more information, call Janice Moore at 828-389-6394.
Second Thursday
Western North Carolina Multiple Sclerosis Self-Help Group
The Western North Carolina Multiple Sclerosis self-help group meets at 2:00 pm on every second Thursday at Downtown Pizza, Murphy, NC 28906. For more information, call Kenneth Carman at 828-321-4172.
Compassionate Friends
Compassionate Friends, a self-help, non-profit organization, offers friendship and understanding to bereaved parents and siblings. The chapter meets at 7:00 pm on the second Thursday of each month at the REACH office in Murphy, NC 28906. For more information, call Vicky Taylor at 828-837-8860, or Sheila Little at 828-837-7362.
Fiction/Non-Fiction Critique and Workshop
Fiction/non-fiction critique and workshop, sponsored by N.C. Writers' Network West, is held the second Thursday of each month at Tri-County Community College. For more information, call Richard Argo at 828-837-5500.
Appalachian Heritage Crafters
Appalachian Heritage Crafters, a non-profit arts and crafts cooperative, meet at 7:00 pm on the second Thursday of each month at the Penland Senior Center on Alpine Street, Murphy, NC 28906. For more information, call our crafts store at 828-835-3500.
Third Thursday
Jam Session
Calling all pickers! Beginners to professional! AHA! Jam Session -- every third Thursday at 5:00 pm until whenever, at the Topton Community Center. Join us for some good old-timey picking and singing. Sponsored by the Appalachian Heritage Alliance. Dinner and program follow. For more information, call 828-479-8642.
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7620
The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7620, Andrews, NC 28901, meets at 7:00 pm every third Thursday of each month at the VFW Hut in Andrews at the corner of Oak and First streets. The Ladies Auxiliary meets at 7:00 pm every third Tuesday at the post building.
Cherokee Detachment 1011 of the Marine Corps League
The Cherokee Detachment 1011 of the Marine Corps League meets at 7:00 pm on the third Thursday of each month at Konehete Park in Murphy, NC 28906. For details, call Harley Hensley at 828-321-4479.
Good Neighbors Auto Club
The Good Neighbors Auto Club meets on the third Thursday of each month. For more information, call 828-837-5871 or 706-745-2596.
Modern Woodmen Club 17067-8
The Modern Woodmen Club 17067-8 meets at 6:30 pm on the third Thursday of each month at the Bellview Community Center. For information, call Julie Beavers, assistant youth leader, at 828-837-6512.
Original Poetry and Short Prose Readings
N.C. Writers' Network West presents original poetry and short prose readings at John C. Campbell Folk School on the third Thursday of each month. The public is invited to attend this free event. For more information, call Nancy Simpson at 828-389-6897.
Far West Republican Women's Club
Far West Republican Women's Club meets at 6:30 pm on the third Thursday of each month at Shoe Booties Cafe in Murphy, NC 28906. All women are invited. For more information, email sandekimball@msn.com for details.
Fourth Thursday
N.C. Writers' Network West
N.C. Writers' Network West will sponsor Writers Night from 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm on the fourth Thursday of each month at Shoebooties Cafe in Murphy, NC 28906. Local writers will read their work. For more information, call Paul at 828-644-5518, or Claire at 828-494-4413, for details.
Shoal Creek Community Watch
Shoal Creek Community Watch meets at 7:00 pm on the fourth Thursday of each month at the Hiwassee Dam Volunteer Fire Department on NC Hwy 294. For more information, call 828-494-2020.
Friday
Every Friday
Weight Watchers
Weight Watchers meet weekly downstairs at the Econolodge in Murphy, NC 28906. Thursday's meeting is held at 6:00 pm with weigh-in starting at 5:30 pm. Friday meetings begin at 11:00 am. Everyone is invited.
Murphy Early Learn and Play Group
Murphy Early Learn and Play Group, supported by The Region A Partnership for Children/Smart Start, meets at 10:00 am on every Friday at the First Baptist Church in Murphy, NC 28906. Young children who are not enrolled in full-time child care are invited. For more information, call Kristi Cook at 828-389-4333.
Almost Every Friday
Folk School Concerts
Folk School Concerts are open to the public. They are scheduled for most (but not all) Friday evenings at 7:30 pm. The public is welcome to enjoy a public display of Folk School student crafts from 6:40 pm - 7:00 pm in the Keith House Community Room, where the concerts are held. Free Admission. For more information, see their website at www.folkschool.org, or call 828-837-2775 or 800-365-5724.
First Friday
Bellview Community Club
The Bellview Community Club holds its monthly business meetings at 7:00 pm on the first Monday of each month at the community center, off Bellview Road. Membership is open to anyone who has an interest in Bellview. Non-residents may also hold membership. Grocery bingo is at 7:00 pm on the second Friday of each month. Bring finger food for breaks. Aerobic sessions are held at 6:30 pm on every Monday and Thursday. The group is low impact and for all ages. Youth night is at 7:00 pm on every first, third and fourth Friday. All age groups are invited to attend this supervised activity.
Ranger Community Club
The Ranger Community Club sponsors grocery bingo at 7:00 pm on the first Friday of every month. Bring a snack for the break. Regular business meetings are held on the second Monday of each month beginning with a pot-luck supper at 6:30 pm.
Second Friday
Bellview Community Club
The Bellview Community Club holds its monthly business meetings at 7:00 pm on the first Monday of each month at the community center, off Bellview Road. Membership is open to anyone who has an interest in Bellview. Non-residents may also hold membership. Grocery bingo is at 7:00 pm on the second Friday of each month. Bring finger food for breaks. Aerobic sessions are held at 6:30 pm on every Monday and Thursday. The group is low impact and for all ages. Youth night is at 7:00 pm on every first, third and fourth Friday. All age groups are invited to attend this supervised activity.
Second Friday - April to October
Arts in the Park
Arts in the Park is presented on the second Friday of each month, April-October, from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm in the pocket park next to the Gum Drop Shop in Murphy, NC 28906. Music, food, and art. For more information, contact Lisa at The Pickled Parrot at 828-835-8316.
Third Friday
American Association of University Women
The American Association of University Women meets on the third Friday of every month. Time and place will be announced. For more information, call President Pat Robinson at 828-494-4121 or Shirley Madden at 828-644-5644.
Peachtree Community Club
The Peachtree Community Club meets at 6:30 pm on the first Tuesday of each month with a covered dish supper. Game night is at 7:00 pm on the third Friday of the month. Bring snack food.
Fourth Friday
Bellview Community Club
The Bellview Community Club holds its monthly business meetings at 7:00 pm on the first Monday of each month at the community center, off Bellview Road. Membership is open to anyone who has an interest in Bellview. Non-residents may also hold membership. Grocery bingo is at 7:00 pm on the second Friday of each month. Bring finger food for breaks. Aerobic sessions are held at 6:30 pm on every Monday and Thursday. The group is low impact and for all ages. Youth night is at 7:00 pm on every first, third and fourth Friday. All age groups are invited to attend this supervised activity.
Culberson Community Club
The Culberson Community Club meets at 6:30 pm on the second Monday of each month, with a potluck supper at the community center on NC Hwy 60. Grocery bingo is held at 7:00 pm on the fourth Friday of each month. Refreshments are served. Everyone is invited.
Saturday
Every Saturday
Alcoholics Anonymous
The Cherokee County, NC, Alcoholics Anonymous has scheduled meetings as follows:
Tuesdays at 7:00 pm -- Murphy Presbyterian Church (White House in rear);
Wednesdays at 8:00 pm -- United Methodist Church, Andrews, NC 28901, in the fellowship hall;
Thursdays at 8:00 pm -- Murphy Medical Center in the main conference room.
Saturdays at noon -- Murphy Presbyterian Church (White House in rear)
Sundays at 8:00 pm -- Christian Love Ministries
For a complete area meeting schedule and more information, call 828-837-4440.
Bingo
The Andrews Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7620 hosts bingo every Saturday at the post home in Andrews, NC 28901. Early bird games begin at 5:30 pm and regular games at 7:00 pm. For information, call 828-321-3901.
Story Hour
A weekly story hour for children is being held at the Shoppes of Murphy every Saturday morning at 11:00 am at the Curiosity Book Store, 46 Valley River Ave., Murphy, NC 28906, in the Shoppes of Murphy. For more information, call 828-835-7433.
Narcotics Anonymous
Narcotics Anonymous will meet at 10:30 am on every Saturday in the Father's House at Christian Love Ministries, about a quarter mile east past Christian Love Ministries' thrift store. For more information, call 828-837-8444.
Chess Players
Chess players will meet at 9:30 am on Saturdays and Mondays at Foster's Flea Market. There are no registrations or fees. All chess players are invited.
Quilting Classes
In Nonnie's Attic (formerly Barb's Quilting Quarters) is holding beginners quilting classes on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 11:00 pm. For more information, call 828-321-2800.
First Saturday
Western Carolina Grief-Share
The Western Carolina Grief-Share, a Christian but non-denominational support group, meets at 2:00 pm on the first and third Saturdays of each month at the Baptist Association Bookstore and Building in the Peachtree community on NC Hwy 141. Everyone is invited. For more information, call Irv Ruff at 828-644-9683; Stephen Mobley at 828-389-0768; or the Baptist Association Bookstore at 828-837-5401.
Marble Springs Lodge 439 AF&AM
Marble Springs Lodge 439 AF&AM meets at 7:30 pm on the first Saturday of each month.
Second Saturday
Hiwassee Dam Community Club
The Hiwassee Dam Community Club meets at 7:00 pm on the first Monday of each month. Grocery bingo is held at 7:00 pm on the second Saturday of each month. Bring finger foods for refreshments during the break. The public is invited. For more information, call 828-644-9364.
Tomotla 4-H Club
Tomotla 4-H Club meets at 10:00 am on the second Saturday of each month at the Tomotla Community Center. It is open to youth of all ages. For more information, call Dixie at 828-837-2187.
Third Saturday
Cherokee County Rescue Auxiliary
The Cherokee County Rescue Auxiliary has monthly meetings at 11:00 am on every third Saturday in the squad building across from the Sheriff's office. For more information, call Melissa Faile at 828-837-5370.
Bi-Monthly Saturday
Campbell Folk School Community Contra and Square Dances
Community Contra and Square dances feature live music and are held bi-monthly from 8:00 - 11:00 pm. Beginners, couples and singles are welcome. We ask beginners to please arrive promptly at 8:00 pm since our callers do more teaching and easier dances early in the evening. Admission is $5 for adults, $2 for children 12-18 and $1 for children under 12. Visit the John C. Campbell Folk School web site at www.folkschool.org or call 828-837-2775 or 800-365-5724 for more information.
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Public Library News - Murphy, NC 28906
Library hours are Monday - Friday from 9:00 am - 6:00 pm. The library is open late on Thursday until 9:00 pm. Saturday hours are 9:00 am until 2:00 pm.
Storytime is Mondays, 10:00 am for ages 3 to 5, with fingerplays, stories, songs and more.
Every Thursday night is movie night at the Murphy Public Library. Award winning movies start at 6:00 pm and there is no admission charge. Every week has a theme. The first Thursday features Musical, the second Classic, the third Western and the fourth an Independent Film. On the occasional fifth Thursday, a film with a local connection will be shown. These movies have been filmed locally, may feature someone from the area or may have been produced or directed by one of our residents.
The Movie Public Performance Site License does not permit advertising the title of the movie. However, you can call the library for the title of the week's movie at 828-837-2417.
All movies are for general audiences with the exception of the Independent Films on the fourth Thursday which is usually geared towards a more mature audience.
Call or come by the library for more information.
Public Library News - Andrews, NC 28901
Library hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm. Saturdays from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm.
Storytime is Wednesdays at 10:30 am for ages 3 to 5 with stories, fingerplays, and movies.
Tri-County Community College Library - Peachtree community
Tri-County Community College Library is open from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm Monday through Thursday; 8:00 am to 3:30 pm Friday; and closed Saturday and Sunday. For more information, call the director of the library/media center, Linda Kressal, at 828-837-6810, Ext. 217.
Genealogical Research
The Family History Center of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (for researching family trees) is open to the public from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm on Tuesdays; 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays; and 9:00 am to 3:00 pm on Thursdays. Appointments can be made for 7:00 until 9:00 pm on Thursdays by calling 828-389-9795. The center is at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints on NC Hwy 141 in the Peachtree community.
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Reiki Group
A Reiki group has been formed and is meeting in the 409 Building, Suite D, in Murphy, NC 28906. For more information, call 828-644-9101.
A Gathering of Quilters
Quilters in the area are invited to join A Gathering of Quilters at the First United Methodist Church, Murphy, NC 28906. For more information, call Sammie Simpson at 828-837-7617.
LUNA Moms Club
LUNA Moms Club of Murphy, a group for mothers, is looking for participants interested in stroller walking, playgroup gatherings, and other activities. If you are interested in joining our group, please call Katrina at 828-644-0707 or 828-361-2770.
Are you having Teen Trouble?
Are you a parent or guardian raising a teen and feel you just don't have all the answers If you are interested in a parent-led support group for individuals raising teens, contact Family Resources at 828-837-3460.
American Cancer Society, Cherokee County Chapter
For details about the American Cancer Society, Cherokee County Chapter, call Rod Springer at 828-837-9291. The American Cancer Society may be reached 24 hours a day, seven days a week, at 1-800-282-4914 or see online at www.cancer.org. American Cancer Society has a support program for breast cancer patients. Call 800-282-4914 and an operator will give details on local volunteers in its Reach to Recovery program.
Drug/Alcohol Addiction
Drug/alcohol addiction - call Christian Love Ministries at 828-837-7086.
Forgiven and Set Free Post Abortion Bible Studies
Forgiven and Set Free Post Abortion Bible Studies are coming to Cherokee and Clay counties. Anyone suffering from pain, loss and depression as a result of abortion who is interested in attending may call 828-321-1573 for details. All calls are confidential.
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