June 2026: E-Newsletter
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Organization Updates
We are now accepting applications for new volunteers!
After spending some time revisiting and updating our programming, we're in a place to begin accepting new volunteers who are interested in connecting with the community. We currently offer three ways to volunteer:
Special Events: Volunteers help with a variety of mental health awareness events and information booths throughout the year. We also depend on volunteer support for activities that we offer on a monthly basis for the public, including our monthly art activity.
Outreach: We’re always looking for volunteers who can help support our effort to reach as many people as possible in Cleveland County. Help MHA connect with other local agencies, individuals who might benefit from our programs, pass out flyers, and more.
Direct Service: Join us at one of our monthly mental wellness programs in the community as we educate adults & youth about ways they can support their mental health or help us collaborate with other community organizations to help support the individuals they serve.
If you are interested in helping us achieve our mission, apply to be a volunteer by clicking here. Please note: volunteers must be 18 years and older.
Upcoming Events Hosted by MHA
This list contains all events that are led by or in collaboration with the Mental Health Association of Cleveland County. You can also find these listed on our calendar.
Happening Locally
Here are some things you can do locally to help get you connected to activities that can support your mental health. All activities are free (F) or low-cost (LC). If you know of any things to do in Cleveland County and think we should include it in our monthly newsletter, send an to egrimsley@clevelandcountymha.org.
Events in Shelby
Every Monday, 4:30 pm - until out of food at Jefferson Park (801 Jefferson St.)
Every Wednesday starting June 2026, 4:30 pm - until out at Grover Town Hall (207 Mulberry Road)
100% FREE food - fresh produce and groceries
Cleveland County Mutual Aid Pop Ups
Next Pop Up: June 28
Recurring once a month, announced via Facebook and Instagram
100% FREE items - toiletries, books, clothes, OTC medications, etc.
Facebook group open to helping people connect with resources and help
Cleveland County Libraries (various locations) (F)
Thread Lightly (Eugenia H. Young Memorial Library)
Tuesday, June 2, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Makers Meetup (Eugenia H. Young Memorial Library)
Thursday, June 4, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Monday Night Book Club (Eugenia H. Young Memorial Library)
Monday, June 8, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Zoom option available
Tie-Dye Program (Eugenia H. young Memorial Library)
Thursday, June 11 1:00 - 6:00 pm
Beginner Mushroom Foraging Class (Adult) (Spangler Branch)
Saturday, June 13, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sit & Stitch (Spangler Branch)
Monday, June 15, 10:00 - 11:00 am
Unearth Your Story: a Genealogy Program (Eugenia H. Young Memorial Library)
Monday, June 15, 5:30 - 630 pm
Manga Club (Teen) (Eugenia H. Young Memorial Library)
Tuesday, June 16, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Unearth a Story: Trivia Night (Eugenia H. Young Memorial Library)
Thursday, June 18, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Chess Club (Eugenia H. Young Memorial Library)
Monday, June 22, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Rock On! Stone Mosaic Workshop (Eugenia H. Young Memorial Library)
Thursday, June 25, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
There are more activities and Bookmobile locations not listed here. To see more, visit the CCLS calendar here.
Neal Senior Center (100 TR Harris Dr. Shelby, NC). The Neal Senior Center releases a calendar of activities each month. Visit their website for the most up to date events.
Farmers Markets
The Foothills Farmers Market (multiple locations). The Foothills Farmers Market has multiple locations (in Shelby & Kings Mountain). There is no cost to get into the market, however, the items at the market are sold by individual vendors.
Expanding Your Toolkit: Support Groups and Trainings
Trainings by Partners
At the time of writing this newsletter, Partners has changed the way they schedule trainings. To see a full list of available trainings, click here. For more information or interest in scheduling a training, please contact: CETraining@PartnersBHM.org.
Support Groups
MHA’s Depression and Anxiety Support Group
Every Thursday, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
205 S Washington St. (Upstairs Conference Room), Shelby, NC - please note: building does not have an elevator.
Gaston, Lincoln, and Cleveland Brain Injury Support Group
Third Tuesday of each month, 6-7 pm
ComServe, 1541 Delta Drive, Gastonia, NC 28052;
Contact: Patricia Haithcox at phaithcox@comserve.org, 704-736-5307 or Shanda Daniels at 704-772-4291
Divorce Care Group
Starting Thursday, January 15 and meeting every Thursday through April 9, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm. Meetings will take place at Calvary Baptist Church (320 Old Boiling Springs Rd, Shelby, NC 28152).
Meetings are free, in person, and have child care available on site. To learn more click here.
Online: Reoccurring biweekly, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM.
Access here.
Hickory Brain Injury Support Group
Last Tuesday of the month, 6-7:30 PM
First United Methodist Church, 311 3rd Ave NE, Hickory, NC
Contact: travis@crossroadscounseling.org, 828-781-0778
Postpartum Support International Support Groups
PSI offers 50+ FREE and virtual support groups for perinatal parents. Click here to begin your search.
12-step style program for emotional health struggles
Visit site to find virtual meetings
Know of an existing support group or want assistance starting one? Contact us by emailing egrimsey@clevelandcountymha.org to get added to this list or develop one.
Cleveland County Community Food Resources
If you need food assistance, dial 2-1-1 or visit nc211.org for free, 24/7 help in locating food pantries, meal programs, and essential services in your area. Assistance is available in multiple languages. Find the PDF Resource Guide here: bit.ly/november-snap-benefits-pause
Boiling Springs
Boiling Springs Baptist Church, 307 South Main St. – Food Pantry
Calvary Baptist Church, 320 Old Boiling Springs Rd. – Food Pantry
Cherryville
Washington Outreach Ministry, 2007 Capernium Rd. – Food Pantry
Fallston
Fallston Baptist Church, 109 Circle Dr. – Food Pantry
Friendship Methodist Church, 111 Friendship Dr. – Food Pantry/Blessing Box
Kings Mountain
Central United Methodist Church, 113 South Piedmont Ave. – Food Pantry
H. Lawrence Patrick Senior Center, 909 East Kings St. – Pantry/Hot Meals, must be 55+ to join.
Kings Mountain Crisis Ministry, 208 North Cleveland Ave. – Food Pantry
Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 220 North Watterson St. – Food Pantry
Kingstown
Paul & Marion Ramseur Foundation – Farm Grown Food/Emergency Food
Lawndale
First Baptist Church Lawndale, 129 Douglas St. – Food Pantry
U-Can, 230 East Main St. – Food Pantry/Second Harvest Food Site
Shelby
Broad River Community Market – Fresh Produce
Central United Methodist Church, 200 East Marion St. – Hot Meals
Changers Church, 341 Hudson St. – Food Pantry
Common Ground Café Seniors – SMILE Meal Program (60+)
Council on Aging Neal Senior Center – Meals on Wheels
Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 502 West Sumter St. – Food Pantry
Feeding Kids Cleveland County – Food Pantry/Backpack Program
Flint Hill Baptist Church, 2207 Flint Hill Church Road – Food Pantry
First Baptist Church, 120 North Lafayette St. – Hot Meals
Greater Cleveland County Baptist Association 1175 Wyke Rd. – Food Pantry
Hopper’s Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, 415 West Graham St. – Food Pantry
Mount Calvary Baptist Church Community Life Center, 422 Carolina Ave. – Food Pantry/Second Harvest Food Site
Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church, 198 Pleasant Ridge Church Rd. – Food Pantry
Salvation Army, 305 North Lafayette St. – Emergency Food Pantry
Shelby Presbyterian Church, 226 East Graham St. – To-Go Lunches/Pantry/Community Fridge
Walls Memorial Baptist Church, 2223 Elizabeth Ave. – Food Pantry
Zoar Baptist Church, 1740 South Lafayette St. – Food Pantry
