CEDAR MOUNTAIN NEWS FOR THURSDAY 1-15-26

CEDAR MOUNTAIN CANTEEN by Kim Coram

              The holidays are wrapping up.  With the death of our beloved Daniel and the depression we have witnessed throughout these holidays we are drawn to elevate the conversation about mental health in our village.    There are mental health festivals around the country and we are going to host one at the Canteen.  We are in the planning stages now.             Are you interested in being a part of the event?  Let us know.  You can email us at LittleEddyLLC@gmail.com or stop by and let us know.

REPAIR CAFE

Earlier we reported that since Brevard was hosting regular Repair Cafes, the Canteen would discontinue them.  That didn't last long.  The response from the community has let us know they should continue in Cedar Mountain too.  We are working with coordinators in Brevard and Hendersonville on a schedule for 2026.  We will let you know as soon as all is finalized.  Thanks for the feedback!

FREE FOOD

The Cedar Mountain Canteen has a large donation of food.  We have about 100 pounds of a variety of dried beans, about 25 pounds of quinoa, 50 pounds of brown rice and about 50 pounds of organic oat bran.  Stop by and pick up anything you would like.  If you want less than 25 pounds of something, please bring a container.

SEE OFF COMMUNITY CENTER

Monthly Potluck Sunday January 18, 2026 

Join us for our monthly community potluck, open to everyone.. Guests are encouraged to bring a dish to share and help reduce waste by bringing their own plate, silverware, and cup; however, supplies will be available if needed. Those in need of a hot meal are warmly invited to attend—no contribution is required, and there is always an abundance of food. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., with dinner service beginning at 6:00 p.m.

This month’s program will feature Kieran Roe, executive director of Conserving Carolina, who will present an overview of the organization’s mission, history, and impactful work in and around Cedar Mountain. Conserving Carolina has safeguarded over 50,000 acres of mountains, foothills, rivers, and farmland, established parks, trails, and greenways, restored critical habitats, and engaged the community through volunteer initiatives, outdoor activities, educational programs, and native plant gardening. Connect with your neighbors and learn more about the remarkable efforts of Conserving Carolina.

CEDAR MOUNTAIN ROTARY

We are looking forward to having you join us on Monday, January 19th at 5:30 pm at the Cedar Mountain Community Center, 10635 Greenville Hwy, in Cedar Mountain.

Sarah Heinke, Director of SparkPoint is the speaker at the meeting. It should be interesting to hear how SparkPoint can help us through the doldrums of winter. A potluck meal will follow the meeting. You can contact Cathy Haupert at 607-280-0889 if you have questions.

CEDAR MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY CENTER CROCK POT COOK-OFF

To get our world back on schedule from the events of 2025, we are going to start 2026 off with our Crock Pot Cook-off on its regular scheduled date of the Saturday the week before the Super Bowl - Saturday January 31, 2026 at 6:00 pm. Bring your favorite recipe for anything that you can cook in a Crock Pot.  Awards will be given for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place.  Come enjoy sampling and voting for your favorite dish, There is a $5 donation to participate.  Donations help support the community center.

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC ONLINE AUCTION OF SURPLUS ITEMS

TRANSYLVANIA COUNTY BREVARD, NC by Jennifer L. Galloway, Purchasing Coordinator

Transylvania County is holding an online auction of surplus items. The online auction site is

www.PublicSurplus.com. There is also a link to this site on the Transylvania County Website at www.transylvaniacounty.org.

The online auction will be held from 9:00 am on Thursday, January 8th, 2026 until 7:00 pm on

Wednesday, January 21st, 2026. The auction can be extended if deemed necessary.

Please contact Jennifer Galloway at the Finance Office, Transylvania County Administration

Building, 101 South Broad Street, Brevard, NC 28712, at 828-884-3104 or jennifer.galloway@transylvaniacounty.org with any questions or for assistance in accessing this

information. 

HUNGER COALITION OF TRANSYLVANIA COUNTY

FOOD DISTRIBUTION SCHEDULE FOR JANUARY 2026

Thursday 1/15/26 Rosman Town Hall Pavilion 2:20 – 4pm

Thursday 1/22/26 Cedar Mountain Community Center 2:30 – 4pm

Thursday 1/29/26 Quebec Community Center 2:30 – 4pm

CEDAR MOUNTAIN FRD AUX PANCAKE BREAKFAST

Come on down Saturday, March 14, 2026 for a great breakfast at the fire station. Pancakes, pork and turkey sausage, fruit, apple and orange juice, and coffee will be served from 8 am -11 am

Price will be by donation.  All proceeds benefit the Cedar Mountain Fire Rescue Department.

CEDAR MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY CENTER RENTAL

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

AROUND THE HOUSE by Linda Packer Young

             We were finally able to secure the shingles on our handicap ramp on Friday.  Now we are ready for winter weather to set in.  The shingles prevent slipping on an icy ramp.  This was timely because there was ice on the ramp Sunday morning.

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