Collettsville Ruritan Club

05/26/2026

Link for Vendor Sign-Up: https://forms.gle/P7SuAhgct1qFqtQp9
See Flyer for details.

05/08/2026

Second Harvest will have a distribution on Friday, 5/15, at the park.
The distribution will start at 12:00pm.
Second Harvest states that they will have enough food for 70 households, all first come first serve. There will be produce, meat, and eggs.
The only information they ask is how many seniors and how many children are in the household.
Pass the word.

05/07/2026

The May meeting program was the Caldwell County Health Department. Presenting (pictured) was Anna Cook, the Health Director, and Jill Gragg (2nd photo), Director of Nursing. They spoke about what the department offers, from Education (nutrition, to***co), to Clinical Services (primary care, vaccines), to Women’s Health and more. The organization staff includes Medical Providers, Nurses, Educators, Pregnancy Care Managers, Lab Techs and others. They all work together “to promote, protect and improve the health of our community.”
Other business: >We need volunteers for Bingo on May 14. Food needs to be prepared and be ready by 6pm, with the games starting at 6:30. >Teacher’s breakfast was a success. >Remember we are collecting eyeglasses. >The Veteran’s Memorial is almost complete. The Club may plan a dedication. >The Scholarship Committee is reviewing 4 applications. >Widow’s Day Lunch is being planned for May 23. Come out to help. >The $100 Steak Dinner is June 13. Be ready to sell tickets and volunteer for the event.
Kasey Gragg updated us on the last Youth Club meeting for the school season. The students are ready to volunteer the next school year.

04/10/2026

President Dobie welcomed our Western N.C. District Governor David Blackwelder. David updated our members with information such as the District Convention this November 14th.
Dobie had other news: Our Club won the big prize from the Helping Hands Clinic Pot of Gold Celebration. We will put the $5000 to good use. The Club will donate $500 to helping Hands.
The Blood Drive was a success, surpassing our goal of 20 units with 31 units. Great job everyone!
May 4-8 is Teacher Appreciation Week. We will have the teacher’s breakfast on the 4th.
Teacher Brandy Story updated us on the Youth Club. They are planning a teacher’s cart at school to deliver snacks to teachers.
We also welcomed Jeff & Tammy Gragg as new members. Congrats and welcome!
Reminder that the Collettsville Fire & Rescue Spaghetti Dinner is April 18, 5-7pm. $10 for the drive-thru/pick up dinner.
Pictured are David presenting, Dobie and David, Brandy, and Treasurer Kim Vance with Helping Hands.

04/09/2026

04/01/2026

From Second Harvest Food Bank:
We'll be at Hard and Flossie Clark Family Park in Collettsville Thursday 4/2 distributing fresh food. 12 Noon.

We are working out of a pick-up truck and have the capacity to serve 80 households, first come first serve. We will have produce, meat, and eggs. The only information we collect is how many are in the household, and if they have any children (under 18) and seniors (60+). Individuals are encouraged to pick-up for family, neighbors, and friends that cannot come pick up themselves.

03/17/2026

Reminder to Give Blood.

03/12/2026

Ruritan Bingo is Back! Starting Mar 12th.
Come join the fun!

03/06/2026

A busy Club meeting for March. Principal Amy Brawley introduced our Caldwell County School Superintendent, Dr. Thomas Howell, who updated us on our schools. He had praise for Amy and Collettsville School for increasing enrollment. Parents want to bring their children here.

President Reuben Chandler said the Valentine Dinner was a successful fundraiser. Thanks to the volunteers for setup and cooking, and to the Beta Club for serving. Also, Bingo starts Thursday, March 12. Desserts are needed for the event, so bake if you can.

Blood Drive is March 19, 1-5:30. Be sure to sign up and give blood. Salads/desserts are needed for the workers. And remember we are collecting old eyeglasses for the Lions Club.

Reuben presented pins to those who brought in new members: John Rader and Kasey Gragg. Reuben also welcomed new members Megan White and Loryn Rader. Congrats to them.
Youth Club updates were given by teacher Kasey Gragg and student Mason Story. Students recently had a project of a school clean up. In April, they will clean up the park.

Principal Amy updated us about the various student clubs at the school and the recent Washington DC trip where students laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. There are also student competitions coming up.

Finally, Karla Laws, our Ruritan Zone Governor was present and addressed the members. She enjoyed hearing about the activity of our club and new membership.

Pictured are: Dr. Howell, Reuben with John, Kasey, Megan and Loryn, Kasey, Mason, Amy and Karla.

03/03/2026

Second Harvest Food Bank will be at the Hard & Flossie Clark Family Park this Friday at noon.