CEDAR MOUNTAIN NEWS FOR OCTOBER 2, 2025

CROCK POT COOK-OFF SUCESS

The parking lot at the Cedar Mountain Community center was full as residents and visitors tasted the many entries to the competition.  1^st place was won by Terie Girolamo, 2^nd place was won by Rick Skerrett and third place was won by Melissa McKnight.  Congratulations to all. 

 FLEA MARKET

The Cedar Mountain Community Center will be hosting a Flea Market on 10/4/25 from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm.  Tables are $10, to reserve a table please contact Heidi Johnson by text at 206-200-9681 or email at: iamlonewolf147@hotmail.  Setup will begin on Friday 10/3/25 from 3:00 to 5:00 pm and at 7:00 am on Saturday 10/4/25; all items must be removed from the building by 2:00 pm.

THE CEDAR MOUNTAIN CANTEEN, located down the street from the Community Center, will also be hosting a Flea Market on 10/4/25 from 10:00 – 12:00P.

CEDAR MOUNTAIN ROTARY

Club meeting Mon, Oct 6, 5:30PM, 10630-10640 Greenville Highway

Isn’t wonderful what a difference a year can make! Helene affected our lives in so many ways. However, the year has shown the resilience of our communities and how true the Rotary motto of Service Above Self is proven to be true. The meetings are held at the Cedar Mountain Community Center.

The 1st meeting of October on the 6th will feature Kathy King, the Executive Director of the Transylvania Community Arts Council, as the speaker. A potluck meal will follow the meeting. You may contact Cathy Haupert at 607-280-0889 for information.

CEDAR MOUNTAIN CEDAR FEST

Cedar Fest is Sunday, October 12th! This year it’s a day to celebrating the strength of our community overcoming challenging events over the last year!            Support your Cedar Mountain small businesses on this day! There’s something at each stop! Participants* Cedar Mountain Moonshine Distillery: Ellen Lee Jamboree 11am-6pm*Food Trucks •Raffle (Support Mountain School of Strings) • All Day Mountain Music Celebration!*DuPont Bike Shop: Wash & Lube 12-4pm.  Get your gear ready for the next ride out!*Junior Dog Show at Cedar Mountain Community Center -Registration begins at 1pm!

Cedar Mountain Café:  Jammin’ specials all day!Cedar Mountain Canteen: 3-5pm Mountain Music Jam*Cedar Mountain Outpost: Live Music 4-6pm

*Free Fly Tying  Class led by Headwaters at DuPont Canteen 4-6pm

CHILDREN’S DOG SHOW 

Join us on 10/12/25 for a fun-filled afternoon as kids showcase their beloved canine companions in a friendly competition! Registration begins at 1:00 PM, and the show starts at 2:00 PM.  All breeds and mixed breeds are welcome – 1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd prizes will be awarded for each category: best tricks, most obedient, longest ears, tallest, smallest, wiggliest tail, best kisser, most spots, longest coat, longest tail, dog and handler look alike, best costume, and pee-wee classes.  

The entry fee is $1.00 for each class with a maximum at $5.00.  Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. All proceeds benefit the CMCC.

CEDAR MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY CENTER BBQ FUNDRAISER 

The annual BBQ fundraiser is set for Tuesday, October 14, at 6:00 PM. Enjoy a pulled pork plate with beans, slaw, bread, a drink, and a cookie. Plates are $15 each, available for eat-in or take-out.

BLOOD DRIVE

A blood drive is scheduled for Saturday, October 18, 2025 at the Cedar Mountain Fire Rescue Dept.  8:30am to 12:30pm.  Appointments are necessary.  Walk-ins are welcome if time permits

CEDAR MOUNTAIN TRUNK OR TREAT.

The Cedar Mountain Trunk or Treat at Cedar Mountain Moonshine is Sunday, October 26 4-7pm! Email Sarah at studio276.art@gmail.com if you’re interested in trunkin’ or have a treat to donate!

RENT THE CENTER        

Please call Caroline Chambers at 828-290-9662 for reservations or use https://www.cedarmountaincommunitycenter.com/rental.

AROUND THE HOUSE by Linda Packer Young

My honey labored all day long Saturday for the Cook-Off.  He used a recipe from his Emeril Lagasse Gumbo recipe from his massive cookbook collection.  It was hot and ready for the tasting but sadly he didn’t get any votes.   However Terie Girolamos son raved about the Gumbo as being true New Orleans style Gumbo and he loved it.  However said he voted for his mom as did I.  She won first place.  My honey was pleased with the praise from someone who appreciated his efforts.  We do have a lot of Gumbo leftover to eat though.  Ha.

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