Mills River Life Enrichment Center (MRLEC)

MRLEC is a non-denominational outreach ministry for senior adults who are aging at home. MRLEC offers a unique place for fellowship and enjoyment.


Weekly programs consist of chair exercises, blood pressure checks, magazine, book and jigsaw puzzle swap, a devotion, fellowship with others, along with a program to educate and entertain. Lunch is served after each program.


MRLEC meets every Thursday @ 10 am in the Fellowship Hall of the Mills River United Methodist Church 137 Old Turnpike Road Mills River, NC.


Lunch reservations are required.

Please call the MRLEC office @ (828) 808 - 5581 by 12 noon the Tuesday before each program.

*Facilities are Handicap Accessible

September 2024

26 Bingo

October 2024

3 Gospel & Bluegrass Music w/ Lynn Goldsmith &

the Jeter Mountain Band

*Canned Food Collection Day

10 Downsizing and De-Cluttering

17 Piano Concert w/ Derrick Everhart

24 Bingo

31 Music w/ Tom Brown *Wear Your Favorite Costume

November 2024

7 Bluegrass Music w/ Asheville Junction Band

*Canned Food Collection Day

14 Medicare Updates for 2025

21 Bingo

28 NO MRLEC / Thanksgiving Holiday