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Dredging underway at CYP pond Crews worked Friday, July 12 to remove silt from the Carolina Yarn Processors pond on Screvens Rd. Ken Tucker, director of manufacturing at CYP, said especially with recent rains silt had begun to limit the company’s ability to use the pond to its full capacity. CYP president David Moore said the company recently completed the arduous approval process through the 100-year flood plan, NC Department of Wildlife Resources and US Army Corp of Engineers. Moore said CYP plans to dig the pond to a depth of 6 feet. The company has not dredged the pond in 11 years, Moore said. (photo by Samantha Hurst)
Local law enforcement officers will be training with new rifles at the Polk County Gun Range, located off Little Mountain Road, on July 16 and July 23 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Polk considers helping Saluda Senior Center pay to enclose deck by Leah Justice
The Polk County Board of Commissioners is considering helping the Saluda Senior Center pay to enclos the center’s outside deck. Commissioners met July 8 with commissioner Tom Pack putting the item on the agenda. He said person-
ally, he’d like to see the county meet the senior center in the middle and pay half. Saluda Senior Center Board of Directors Chair Karen Bultman first approached commissioners during their
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Polk County Mobile Recycling Unit, Mondays, Harmon Field/Tryon, 7 a.m. - noon. Saluda Center, Mondays, chair exercise, 9:30 a.m.; line dance, 12:30 p.m.; Saluda Duplicate Bridge, 1:30 p.m. 828-7499245. For more activities, email saludacenter@hotmail.com or visit www.saluda.com. Willy Wonka Box Office, The youth musical ‘Willy Wonka’ opens Thursday evening at the Tryon Fine Arts Center to play through Sunday’s matinee. The box office is open Monday - Saturday 10 a.m.-1 p.m. plus Tuesday 4-7 p.m. at the Tryon Little Theater Workshop, 516 S. Trade Street. For tickets: 828-859-2466. The Meeting Place Senior Center, sing-along, 10 a.m.; senior fitness, 11 a.m.; bingo or bead class 12:30 p.m. 828-8940001. Christian Fellowship Luncheon, TJ’s Cafe, Tryon, Mondays except holidays, noon - 1 p.m.; food, fellowship and discussion of relevant issues; interdenominational. The present study is The Christian Atheist: Believing in God but Living as if He Doesn’t Exist by Craig Groeschel. 859-5051. Chess Club, Mondays, 12:30 p.m., recreation room, LaurelHurst Apartments, Columbus. Open to anyone in community. 894-3336. Alcoholics Anonymous, Mondays, 5:30 p.m., Tryon United Methodist Church, New Market Road in Tryon. Male Domestic Abuse Intervention Program Mondays,
6 - 7:30 p.m., Steps to HOPE. 894-2340. Landrum Library, yoga class 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Limited to first 30 people for small fee. Alcoholics Anonymous, Mondays, 8 p.m., Columbus Presbyterian Church.
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4:30 - 5:30 p.m. at the Landrum Library. Have you ever thought about using bubble wrap to create a unique piece of art? Open to ages 10-12 or rising fiftth and sixth graders. If you have any questions about this or other Tween programs please contact the Landrum Library at 864457-2218. Saluda Welcome Table, every Tuesday, dinner will be served from 5:30 - 7 p.m. in the fellowship hall of Saluda United Methodist Church. All are welcomed. Donations accepted. ExploreTryon Tourism Board next meeting will be on Tuesday, July 16 at 5:30 p.m. at Tryon Town Hall, McCown Room. Public welcome. Info: 828-859-6655. Steps to HOPE’s Women To Women Support Group on the first and third Tuesday of the month, 5:30-6:30 p.m. The meetings will be held at Ashley Meadows Community Room, 113 Ashley Meadows Circle, Columbus. Call 894-2340 for further information. Local History Goes Digital will occur on July 16, 6:30 p.m. at the Landrum Library. A staff member will be there to showcase the library’s digital collection of historical documents and photographs. Local history will be highlighted. For more information, call the Landrum Library at 864-457-2218. Al-Anon Family Group meets Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m., Saluda Senior Center, 64 Greenville Street, Saluda, one half block off Main Street (U.S. Hwy. 176 (Continued on page 15)
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Members of Saluda’s Autumn Care Auxiliary, under the direction of activities director Joyce Coggins, presented non-perishable food, snacks and drinks to Steps to HOPE in June. Steps to HOPE is Polk County’s domestic violence and sexual assault prevention and treatment center. Pictured from left to right: Patricia Griffin, Velma Crawford, Audrey Haynes, Danny Davis, Steps to HOPE Executive Director Rachel Ramsey and Shelby Hayes. (photo submitted by Debra Backus)
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come from the county’s fund balance or from discretionary (continued from page 1) funds. Bultman said the porch has budget discussions requesting help from the county. Years since been repaired with apof moisture damaged the deck proximately ¾ of the joists and joists because the deck having to be replaced. She said was constructed with untreated with the enclosed space, senior wood.The senior center had center board members believe it always planned to completely can generate more revenue and St. Luke’s Hospital presents... more programs and continue to enclose the structure. Bultman said although final be self-sufficient. She said all estimates have not been com- she is asking is for a portion of pleted on enclosing the space, the taxes that are generated in it is estimated at approximately Saluda. About 10 $48,000. Plans years ago the a r e f o r t h e Bultman said although Saluda Cendeck, which ter purchased currently has a final estimates have the former fire roof over it, to not been completed on department be completely enclosing the space, buildings on enclosed, inGreenville cluding win- it is estimated at Street to create dows and heat- approximately $48,000. a center for the ing and air c o m m u n i t y. conditioning. “I think we should partner The senior center includes a with them,” Pack said. “I don’t room upstairs with bathrooms, know if we look at 50/50… a kitchen, the part-time direcin some form or fashion we tor’s office and an alcove for need to helpdaily theNsenior center residents to use two computTuesday, November 23, 2010 TryoN daily bulleTiN / The World ’s smallesT eWspaper page 3 ers. The downstairs is used as in Saluda.” Commissioner chair Mi- a space for yoga classes and chael Gage said he went and spillover from upstairs. The looked at the damage and said Thrifty Barn is located behind the floor is falling in due to it the main building and helps first being designed to be an generate revenue for the center. Bultman also told commissionindoor space. Commissioner Gas- ers the senior EvEry Ray WEdnEsday • 4-8center pmplans to replace the Thrifty Barn’s roof person said he’s never been Drink specials opposed to partnering with the this summer, which has been Complimentary D'oeuvres estimated at $10,000. center in Saluda but suggested Hors Join Jamie Cehlar, DPT, Physical Therapist The board of directors theEntertainment: county come up with a Parker Kenny & Lady Red is with St. Luke’s Outpatient Rehabilitation policy on how to help organiza- made up of volunteers and Full Menu forcurrently Dinner has – six members. Center to learn more about osteoporosis, causes, tions requesting money. “How do we deal when ap- The thrifty barn and programs prevention and treatment. proached with these questions are also run with volunteers for help,” Gasperson said. and operating revenue by comes “Maybe we need to consider through sales from the Thrifty Thursday, July 18 Tryon Fire Chief Joey Davis presents an award from the Polk County Barn, fundraisers and donasome sort of policy.” Fire Chief’s Association during a3 retirement party for Columbus Fire 1 pm tions. The county pays the partInterim county manager Chief Geoff Tennant. From left: Green Creek Chief Tarrance Randolph, timeHours director’s salary. Marche Pittman was asked New Winter Columbus Asst. Chief Tony Priester, Davis, Columbus Deputy Chief St. Luke’s Hospital Library Bobby Arledge, and Saluda Assistant Chief Shane Hamilton. (photo where the money could come Commissioners plan to deCall 828-894-2408 to reserve your spot! mon. - Wed.: 2 p.m. - 12 midnight submitted) from if commissioners decided cide whether or not to help fund & Fri.: 2the p.m. - 2 a.m. Light refreshments will be served. senior center’s project durthe Thurs. costs. Pittman up. If it’s a fire call, we know to pay half sat.: 2 p.m. 12 midnight • sun.: Closedon Aug. 5. said the money could either ing its next meeting he’s coming.” (coNTiNued from page 1) asheville Hwy, Top of Bird mountain • 864-457-2250 Arledge will take over the the position since 1982. He has chief position at the beginning 3x4 served as firefighter for 35 years of the year. Small groups exploring world of birds and natur Want your the news in fast? 101 Drive • Columbus, NC 11/23 and retired as an Hospital educator after Tennant was presented the Send it by email to news@tryondailybulletin.com. Electronic sub(828)is894-2408 30 years of service. Tennant Order of the Long Leaf Pine, Celt-039621 missions get processed faster than hard copy and handwritten items. www.saintlukeshospital.com currently the chair of the Polk along with several other presenCounty School Board. tations from many of the service Tennant joined the Colum- agencies Tennant has worked bus Fire Department in the closely with over the years. mid-1970s. Then, the depart- Those in attendance included
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news briefs A glance at some of the latest news in the area. Polk sets Aug. 5 for home occupations II/vacation rentals • The Polk County Board of Commissioners set Aug. 5 at 7 p.m. for a public hearing on a proposed ordinance for customary home occupations II and residential vacation rentals. The planning board recommended amending the Polk County zoning ordinance to authorize the new use of customary home occupations class II and residential vacation rentals in the Multiple Use, Equestrian and Agricultural Residential very low density zoning districts. The home occupations class II use would allow an up to 2,500 square foot accessory building for a home business. Polk to ask Columbus to consider Veteran’s Day fireworks • The Polk County Board of Commissioners on July 8 agreed to speak with the Town of Columbus about providing postponed Fourth of July fireworks during the Veteran’s Day celebration planned on Nov. 11 this year. Commissioner chair Michael Gage said he was asked by Columbus if there was another event the county would like to have the fireworks. Due to excessive rain, Columbus postponed the July 4 firework show with current plans to have the fireworks on Labor Day. County to review volunteer boards • Polk County commissioners agreed on July 8 to allow commissioner Ted Owens and administrative assistant Angé High to review volunteer boards to make them more effective. Owesn said the county has a lot of boards with different procedures for each including that some have term limits and others do not. He also said the county has some boards with officials not knowing why they exist.
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Morning Restricted Pairs Section A: North-South 1. Jackie Caldwell - Curtis Ross 2. George Cashau - Mariana Tarpley 3. Ronald Wingo - Mary Ostheim 4. Bill Ulrey - Lynn Ulrey East-West
1. Bill Baker - Pat Rogers 2. Elizabeth Easley - Carolyn Jones 3. Carol Daunt - Marcie Mack 4. Elizabeth Refshauge - Andrea Kahn Section B: North-South (Continued on page 7)
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1. Sally Dix - Chip Boyle 2/3. Ken Yeager - Priscilla Yeager 2/3. Rodney Lohman - Barbara Lohman 4. Richard Belthoff - Rolland Rasmussen East-West 1. Lee Cudlip - Elaine Riley 2. Charlie Stratford - Jean Stratford 3. Elaine Jenkins - Bruce Fritz 4. Elizabeth Murray - Martha Frederick Afternoon Open Pairs North-South 1. John Memory - Jim Jackson 2. Jack Williams - Daniel Dworkin 3. Betty Camp - Florede Willard 4. Charles Cannon - Sheila Umlauf East-West 1. Sally Jo Carter - Lois Barrick 2. Elizabeth Refshauge - Andrea Kahn 3/4. Jack Saunders - Doris Saunders 3/4. Jackie Caldwell - Mary Elder - article submitted by Marily Williams
Tryon High School to hold 50th reunion Do you recognize this picture? It was reproduced from the 1963 Tyonn High School yearbook, and it shows some of the students who graduated that year. On Saturday, Aug. 17, the Tr yon High School class of 1963 will hold its 50th year high school reunion. All classmates are urged to attend this special event; other schoolmates who are interested are invited as well. For more information, contact either Judy (Bell) Sublett at 864-457-7152 or Sue Wilson at 828-859-6136. (photo submitted by Sue Wilson)
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Citadel Fence Repair ribbon cutting
The Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon cutting ceremony for Michael Nelson, owner of Citadel Fence Repair of Saluda. Having formerly lived in the area, Nelson has returned and brings with him experience in the fencing industry as owner of a wellestablished fencing company in Charlotte for 10 years. He specializes in all types of gate and fencing repairs, commercial and residential, and offers mobile welding repairs and fabrication. Pictured are board members Chuck Britton (C&E Home Improvements), Meshelle Colvin (St. Luke’s Hospital Foundation), Sue Campbell (The Girls Interior Painting), Michael Nelson, Kim Clement (Tryon Mountain Hardware) and Buddy (dog), Kathy Toomey (New View Realty), Christina Feagan (Chamber special events coordinator), and Libbie Johnson (Polk County Economic Development Director). For more information, call the chamber at 828-859-6236 or emailcitadelfencerepair@gmail.com. (photo submitted by Janet Sciacca)
Polk County unemployment noted at 6.8 percent in May by Samantha Hurst
Polk County’s unemployment rate continues to fluctuate just above 6.5 percent. For the month of May, numbers released by the NC Department of Commerce showed the
county with a 6.8 percent unemployment rate, while the rate was 6.6 percent in April. This time last year the unemployment was a full point higher at 7.8 percent.
This recent percentage accounts for 635 unemployed individuals out of the 9,292 people believe to be a part of the workforce. Polk County’s unemployment rate has steadily declined since it
hit 10 percent in January 2010, according to the Polk County Economic Tourism Development Commission’s 2012-2013 review (full review available at www. polkedc.com).
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St. Luke’s Hospital welcomes utilization review manager Robin Ruppe Robin Ruppe, RN, accredited case manager (ACM,) recently joined the St. Luke’s Hospital’s team as director of utilization review/discharge planning and will assume responsibility for managing each patient’s case from admission to discharge. St. Luke’s Hospital’s Utilization Review and Discharge Planning Department focuses on following Medicare and Medicaid regulations set forth by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Ruppe and her staff are patient
advocates and manage patient’s discharge to ensure each patient receives the care and resources they need when they return home. Ruppe also works closely with St. Luke’s hospitalists and educates and guides utilization review issues to ensure St. Luke’s Hospital is reimbursed in a timely manner. Ruppe comes to St. Luke’s Hospital from Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System where she was RN utilization case manager for five years. She worked at Spartanburg Regional for 11 years in various capacities includ-
ing patient care associate and registered nurse. She also has experience in surgical trauma ICU. “I am thrilled to be at St. Luke’s Hospital,” said Ruppe. “Everyone here is so friendly – from staff, to patients, to visitors. It’s a great feeling to be able to help others, especially at such an outstanding hospital.” “We welcome Robin’s enthusiasm and team building skills,” said Amy Norville, vice-president of support services. “This is an important position and we are pleased with the professionalism,
knowledge, and experience Robin brings to our hospital.” When not working, Ruppe enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She’s especially fond of her three grandchildren. – article submitted by Jennifer Wilson
Branding yourself professionally – a workshop for women July 18 Do you want to learn how to control and determine your reputation, image and the perceptions others have about you? Tanisha Twitty Akinloye will present a workshop to tell you how on July 18 at 6 p.m. at the Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce. Originally from Tryon and now
residing in Connecticut, the founder of Empowering Through Beauty Inc. was a successful hairdresser when in 2010 an idea struck her to begin a non-profit organization to donate beauty services to women who have suffered personal crisis. The supplies are given to women that need a boost of beauty and
encouragement to get back out into the world, the workforce and improve themselves. Now in its third year, Empowering Through Beauty has helped more than 300 women. All women are invited to attend. A requested donation will help fund the services provided through the organization.
Special guest “Motives” makeup artist will also be at the workshop. The Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce is located at 2753 Lynn Rd., Tryon. For more information, call the chamber at 828-859-6236. – article submitted by Janet Sciacca
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Willy Wonka’s golden ticket holders The Salt family has found a Golden Ticket, but are they going to win the grand prize? Something suggests there should be an attitude adjustment. Mr. Salt is very loud and pushy, a typical over-the-top salesman type who throws his money around to impress. But his daughter, Veruca, who’s been spoiled rotten all her life, is far worse. She’s a wealthy, bratty snob who is able to manipulate her father to get whatever she wants. Eli Jenkins plays Mr. Salt. A rising senior, Jenkins has done theater since he was in fifth grade. “I love putting on a show and seeing people’s reactions to it‌ my favorite parts in this show are the scenes in the Bucket shack,
and Veruca’s song ‘I Want it Now.’ In real life, Keri Smith is a quiet girl, but Veruca brings out her alter ego. She attends Landrum High School and she’s only done one show before (last year’s Seussical), but you wouldn’t know it by the way she attacks the role. “My favorite part is when Eli has to pick me up and drag me off the stage,� she said. “Willy Wonka� is this year’s Tryon Little Theater / Youth Center Summer Production and if you hurry and get tickets, you’ll be able to see the magic unfold inside Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory. The show opens July 18 and runs through July 21. Tickets are on sale at the TLT Workshop box office at 516 S. Trade St. in Tryon. Call
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Eli Jenkins, left, as Mr. Salt and Keri Smith as Veruca Salt. (photo by Monica Jones)
828-859-2466 to reserve tickets. Box office is open 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Monday – Saturday, and 4-7 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday.
Visit www.tltinfo.org for more information. - article submitted by Monica Jones
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FENCE Summer Day Camp brings kids to the outdoors FENCE Summer Day Camp is in full swing right now but room remains for kids to join in the fun. FENCE will host its Environmental Camp July 22 thru July 26. Nature Director Tracie Hanson said kids will experience nature in a variety of ways. “This camp is filled with fun relating to our natural environment,” Hanson said. “Leaf prints in clay, photos using the sun, ‘creek stomping’ and much more will be offered.” Art camp (a ½ day camp) begins July 29 and runs thru Aug. 2. Guest artists will share their skill and passion with the campers. Each camper will create several of his or her own masterpieces. All FENCE Summer Day Camps provide fun, safe and educational programing for chil(Continued on page 13)
FENCE Campers. (photos submitted by Carrie Knox)
Sundays Unplugged something free for all ages and tastes 1-5 p.m. every Sunday SUNDAY ART MARKET
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dren ages 5 to 12. Limited scholarships are available. FENCE Summer Day Camps are funded in part by the Kirby Endowment of the Polk County Community Foundation (PCCF). For more information about the PCCF, check their website at www.polkccf.org. Pacolet Milliken Enterprises has also provided critical support for the FENCE summer day camp program. For more information about Pacolet Milliken,
visit www.pacoletmilliken.com. All FENCE Summer Day Camps provide fun, safe and educational programing for children ages 5 to 12. Limited scholarships are available. The Foothills Equestrian Nature Center’s mission is to provide facilities and focus for education, recreation and preservation in nature studies and equestrian activities with the aim of enhancing these endeavors to enrich the quality of life for the community. – article submitted by Carrie Knox
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FMC announces 25th anniversary gala concert Mark your calendars. On Sunday, Oct. 13, 3 p.m., at Tryon Fine Arts Center, the Foothills Music Club will present a gala concert to celebrate its 25th anniversary. Recently, the anniver sar y committee met to plan for this special event to mark its founding in 1988. Members (clockwise from top left) Ellen Harvey Zipf, Lesley Oakes, Mimi Child Traxler, Jeri Board, Jeanette Shackelford and Elaine Jenkins will continue to meet over the summer to work on details. Performers at the gala concert will include FMC members, past FMC scholarship winners and other talented musicians from the community. Tickets will be available in early September from FMC members. All proceeds from the gala concert will go toward scholarships for the area’s talented young musicians. (photo submitted by Ellen Harvey Zipf)
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Summer is a great time for nectar-feeding creatures. Flowers are blooming and the air is full of natural sounds. Buzzing around the flowers at this time of the year is a blizzard of butterflies, bees, moths and hummingbirds. There are many black and yellow tiger swallowtails, orange fritillaries and a whole host of skippers, all vying for the rich nectar source. Mixed in with all of these insects are our Ruby-throated Hummingbirds, dwarfing many of the feeding insects. As well as feeding on man-made hummingbird feeders, these high-energy sprites of the bird world feed on many flowering plants and shrubs. Ruby-throated Hummingbirds are some of the smallest birds in North Carolina, but at this time of the year they seem to have been joined by an even smaller “hummingbird” on the flowers. However, this tiny animal is not a bird, but a species of moth, a member of the large sphinx moth family. This is the Hummingbird Clearwing, and along with two other fairly similar moth species, is a common sight during the warm summer months. Actually, compared to the c.10 cm wingspan of the Ruby-throat, these moths are much smaller and their wingspan rarely reaches six cm. So why do we mistake these two totally un-
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related animals? There are a few similarities. Both share a greenish furry/feathery body. Both move their wings very fast, although with a close inspection it is possible to see the transparent wing patches of the Clearwing moths. Also the moths have a dark, almost forked tail, very much like the dark tail of the male Ruby-throated Hummingbird. They both hover in front of tubular flowers and while the hummingbird has a long bill to feed with, the Hummingbird Clearwing unrolls its very long proboscis to insert into the flower. You should look for some of these features the next time you see a very, very small hummingbird. So now what are the differences between the two species? To start with, the biggest distinction is their size. Then there is the speed that they buzz around the flowers. Hummingbirds tend to move faster and move from flower to flower in rapid bursts of energy. Clearwing moths slowly work one shrub, feeding from flower to flower in a more methodical manner. Another big difference is the fact that hummingbirds are vocal and make excited twittering noises, and moths
are completely silent. Oh, and we must not forget that the moth has two antennae sprouting from the top of its head. No hummingbird would ever possess those strange growths. But there is a bird that is very close in size to some of these moths. This is the Bee Hummingbird, the smallest hummingbird in the world, which lives in Cuba and the adjacent Isle of Youth. This is about 6.5 cm in length, and is indeed very close in size to the larger clearwing moths. While we do get rare hummingbird visitors from the western United States, the Bee Hummingbird is not a species that is ever likely to occur in North Carolina, so no confusion is ever likely to arise. Simon Thompson has lived in WNC for the past 20 years. He owns and operates his own birding tour company, Ventures Birding Tours. For more information, visit www.birdventures.com. He and Chris also own and operate the Asheville Wild Birds Unlimited Store. For more information on any of the birding activities in the area, drop by the store or check his website at www.asheville.wbu.com.
Wolverine tennis clinics and rally tourney this week The Polk County Wolverine”tennis clinics have been extended for two more Tuesdays for beginners. Jim Greene from Red Fox Country Club will be the instructor and the Thermal Belt Community Tennis Association (CTA) will supply volunteers to assist. The clinics run from 5:30- 6:30 p.m. and are scheduled for Tues-
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day, July 16 and Tuesday, July 23 at the Polk County Middle School courts. Each clinic is free. The Wolverine Rally Tourney is also scheduled for Tuesdays, July 16 and July 23 from 5:307:30 p.m. at Harmon Field tennis courts. This is a round-robin rally (play to seven points [win by two] and rotate to another court).
Play is limited to ages 13 and above, and former Polk players who are 19 years or younger. Thermal Belt CTA will supply volunteers to coordinate the competition. There is no instruction scheduled for these events. There is no charge but balls are provided. – article submitted by Bevie Walker
Polk County Mobile Recycling Unit, Wednesdays, Fire Department in Green Creek, 7 a.m. - noon. The Meeting Place Senior Center, Wednesday activities include Tai Chi, 9 a.m.; ceramics, 9:30 a.m.; Wacky Wednesday and senior fitness, 10 a.m.; bingo and bridge, 12:30 p.m. 828-894-0001. Willy Wonka Box Office The youth musical Willy Wonka opens Thursday evening at the Tryon Fine Arts Center to play through Sunday’s matinee. The box office is open Monday Saturday 10 a.m.-1 p.m. plus Tuesday 4-7 p.m. at the Tryon Little Theater Workshop, 516 S. Trade Street. For tickets: 828859-2466. Green Creek Community Center, quilters’ group, Wednesdays, 10 - 11:30 a.m. Saluda Center, Wednesday activities, Trash Train, 10 a.m.; gentle Yin Yoga 12:30 p.m. For more activities, email saludacenter@hotmail.com or visit www.saluda.com. Tryon Kiwanis Club, meets Wednesdays, noon, Congregational Church, 210 Melrose Ave., Tryon. Foothill’s Parkinson’s Support Group meets the third Wednesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. in the Landrum Library. All are welcome to this free meeting. Call 864-4574419, for additional information. Please submit Curb Reporter items in writing at least two days prior to publication. Items must include a name and telephone number of a contact person. Items will be printed in order by date of event, as space allows.
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Tryon Youth Center supporters dance the night away. (photo submitted)
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tended the party, which included dinner catered by La Bella Tavola, a silent auction and live dance music led by Sue Wilson. Donations were raised from various auction items (including a two-week stay at Joan Post’s home in Maine) and cash contributions, then were gener-
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