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Published: Wednesday, Nov. 04, 2009 / Updated: Wednesday, Nov. 04, 2009 03:23 PM

‘Reading Shack' at the Y opens Nov. 9

At 11:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 9, the Fort Mill YMCA will hold a grand opening for “The Reading Shack,” located in the chapel which was donated by the Campbell Family in honor of their daughter, Kimberly Hope Campbell.

"The Reading Shack" began as the desire of Connie Zweibohmer to share her love of reading inspirational and/or Christian-based materials with others. Having collected hundreds of books over the years, she conceived the idea of opening a library of some sort with her own books about 10 years ago. After a conversation with Karen Isaac of the Fort Mill Branch YMCA, the idea came about to set up the library in the chapel at the Y. After receiving permission to proceed with the project from the Branch Director, Susan Spencer Hollis, preparations began. All the books, book shelves, needed supplies, and labor were donated by various members and employees of the Fort Mill Branch YMCA, such as property manager Jimmie Dawkins. Final approval was given by the Campbell Family of Tega Cay, which donated the chapel to the Y in honor of their daughter.

"The Reading Shack" is open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Manned mainly by volunteers, members and non-members can check-out up to three items per two week rental period. Available topics range from children's classics, such as “American Girls” and “Black Beauty,” to help books for pastors, families, and teens.

Volunteers and donations are always welcomed.

Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church in Indian Land has many acitivies coming up, including the 9 a.m. Breakfast Club at Johnny K's restaurant in Fort Mill Monday, Nov. 9. Join in for a meal and fellowship.

Also at PHUMC, a blood drive will be held 3 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17. At 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, come be a part of the wonderful prayer shawl ministry. Members knit and crochet shawls to be given to those who need to feel the comfort of prayer.

For more inforamtion, call Pleasant Hill UMC at 548-4922or go to www.pleasanthillmethodist.org.

Zoar United Methodist Church will be hosting “An Evening of Gospel Music” at 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, in the Family Life Center. The show features The Harvels and Seeds of Faith.

Admission is free and a love offering will be taken.

The church is located at 13611 Zoar Rd., between Hwy. 160 West and Youngblood Road. Everyone is invited to join us for an evening of great Christian music.

Osceola United Methodist Church is holding its annual barbecue fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14.

Get pork or chicken for $7, or pork by the pound for $7, chicken for $5, or a pork sandwich plate for $5. You may eat in or take out.

The church is located at 6575 Charlotte Hwy. in Indian Land, just south of Hwy. 75. For more information, call 417-2258.

Tega Cay Baptist Church is holding its annual Harvest Tea from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21. Guest speaker will be Carol Davis from 106.9 The Light.

Join in for food and fellowship. For more information, go to www.tegacaybaptist.com or call 548-2600.

Lake Wylie Lutheran Church, 2906 Hwy. 160 West at Gold Hill Road, offers a Career Transition Support Ministry, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the church.

The ministry is a Christian fellowship for those making job or career changes to discuss feelings, common issues and practical actions during the transition. The meetings are open to the community. For more information, contact Sharon Crout at 802-3469, or shacrout@comporium.net.

Forever Friends is a community program for adults with disabilities. It is sponsored by Grace Community United Methodist Church and meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the third Thursday of every month in the Fellowship Hall at Philadelphia United Methodist Church, 1691 Hwy. 160 West, Fort Mill. It is for adults with disabilities ages 18 and older.

The next meeting is Thursday, Sept. 17. Anyone interested in participating is invited to attend.

Moms In Touch International encourages mothers to pray for their children and the schools they attend. The Moms In Touch group for Nation Ford High School meets every Friday at 9 a.m. For more information, call Robin at 547 0374 or e-mail rswitmer4@yahoo.com.

Moms In Touch International is a group of mothers of students at Gold Hill Middle School who meet for one hour every other week to pray for their children and the school they attend. For details, call Patti Moughan at 548-5773 or e-mail moughan@comporium.net.

Aglow, a transdenominational organization or Christian women, meets 7-9 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of each month in Regent Park. Aglow groups are in approximately 165 nations around the world with more than 1,400 local groups in the U.S. The heart of the organization is local fellowships. Small groups studies, care (support) groups, retreats, and annual conferences make up the Aglow year. It is a network of caring women as well as a faith-building organization. For details, call Lisa Bahrenburg at 396-0834 or e-mail pvbnlab@comporium.net.

Bible Baptist Church, 255 S. Hwy. 21 Bypass in Fort Mill, offers a Master Club at 7:15-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays for kids in preschool through the sixth grade. Kids are invited learn about the Bible, memorize verses, play games and more. There's a Teen program as well. For details, call 547-2761 or e-mail church@biblebaptistonline.com.

World Outreach Center Community Church, 130 Heritage Blvd., offers a series of classes for Christian artists and musicians.

Holy Creativity classes will meet Mondays at 6:30 p.m. Songwriting I and Tiffy's Art classes will meet Mondays at 8:05 p.m. The classes cost $150 each or two for $250. Also two free classes will be offered: Power of Prayer at 7 p.m. Tuesdays and Equipping I at 8:05 p.m. Tuesdays. For details, call 414-5171 or visit www.worldoutreachcommunity.org.

Higher Ground Church has launched its second annual Feed The 5,000 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

The church is looking to provide a nourishing Thanksgiving meal to those who would not otherwise have one. A menu has been developed using food that is non-perishable so church members can put the boxes together weeks before Thanksgiving.

Anyone who would like to make a cash donation to support the project can call the church office at 802-3189.

Young Life of York County is at work with teens in the community, providing leaders to help them make wise decisions.

Young Life is a Christian ministry committed to making an impact on kids' lives and giving them hope for tomorrow. Founded in 1941, Young Life leaders build positive relationships with young people in order to model and communicate the truth about Jesus Christ. Young Life reaches suburban, urban and multicultural kids as well as kids with disabilities and teenage mothers.

Our Lady of Grace, a mission of St. Philip Neri Catholic Church, meets at the Indian Land Parks and Recreation Center on Hwy. 521. For details, call 548-7282.

Unity Presbyterian Church maintains a medical equipment supply closet with donated items such as wheelchairs, hospital beds, portable bedside commodes, toilet risers, shower chairs, walkers, crutches, canes and more. Call 547-5543.

Life Builders ESL Ministry offers free English classes for anyone who needs to learn or improve their English. Classes meet every week. For details, call Barbara at 327-6144 or e-mail lifebuilders@yorkbaptists.org.

Ultimate Life Church on Carowinds Boulevard in Fort Mill offers support for people coping with losses in life such as divorce, death, jobs, loved ones, dreams, friends, etc. Learn how to overcome the emotions that go along with the loss and begin to function with joy in your life again. Groups meet at 7 p.m. the first and fourth Fridays of each month.

For details, call Sandy Brazil at 329-1396.

Fort Mill Church of the Nazarene, 109 Harris St., has a time of prayer on Sunday mornings at 9:15 a.m. for the nation, church and any prayer requests. Call in your prayer requests to the church office any time at 548-4633.

Call Nancy Manning at 547-4148 for details.

English-as-a-Second Language classes meet at 7 p.m. every Tuesday night at Flint Hill Baptist Church in Fort Mill. Students are assessed and placed in a class based on their knowledge of English, from beginner to advanced. All classes are free and are for anyone who needs to learn to speak English. Call Barbara Garrison at 548-4611.

Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) an international, nondenominational Christian organization, meets at First Baptist Church, 121 Monroe White St., Fort Mill.

MOPS serves moms to make a difference in the lives of their families. Women with children ages infant through kindergarten meet twice each month from September through April. One group meets the first and third Fridays and a second group meets the second and fourth Fridays, both from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Childcare is provided.

For details, call or e-mail Heather at 396-2042 or heathermay@comporium.net. Also visit www.mops.org.

An AWANA/break out at Lakeshore Christian Fellowship, 130 Shoreline Parkway, Tega Cay, for children aged 3 through grade five is held from 6:45 to 8:15 p.m. on Wednesdays. For details, call Kathy Baden, children's pastor, at 548-2755, ext. 24.

The AWANA program at GlenRock Baptist Church, 1815 Doby's Bridge Road in Fort Mill, is for kids in kindergarten through grade five Sundays from 5 to 7 p.m. For details, call 547-6420.

AWANA meets at Westerly Hills Baptist Church, 1730 Doves Road, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Everyone is invited. Call 547-6150 for details.

Higher Ground Church, 8365 Possum Hollow Road in Fort Mill, holds AWANA from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Sundays. For details, call 802-3189.

GlenRock Baptist Church, 1615 Doby's Bridge Road in Fort Mill, offers a Children's Ministry Fellowship and Bible Time program from 6 to 7 p.m. every Sunday. The program, for ages 5 to grade five, includes games and snacks.

Grades six through 12 of Lakeshore Christian Fellowship in Tega Cay meet at 7 p.m. Wednesdays in the church basement. Call the church office at 548-2755 or visit www.powministries.com.

The men of Sisk Memorial Baptist Church meet at 7 a.m. Saturdays at the church for prayer, devotions and breakfast.

The men of St. John's United Methodist Church hold a prayer breakfast every Tuesday at 7:30 a.m. at Rosie's Restaurant in Rock Hill.

The Men's Breakfast Group of Lake Wylie Lutheran Church meets at 8:30 a.m. the second Tuesday each month at Rosie's Restaurant in Rock Hill. Men of all ages are welcome.

compiled by staff