November 6, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Men's Rugby vs Atlantic Rugby Conference Finals Learn More Venue Info Belmont Abbey College Belmont, NC, USA 2:00 PM Time: - 1:59 PM 704-461-6693 Join us for an exciting day of championship soccer and rugby as Belmont Abbey College's Men's Rugby team competes in the Atlantic Rugby Conference Finals, and the Women's Soccer team battles it out in the Conference Carolinas Tournament Final. Both events will be streamed live, allowing fans to support their teams from home. Don't miss out—catch the action at [Conference Carolinas Streaming](http://www.conferencecarolinasdn.com/). < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Nature Trail Hall of Dinosaurs FIND IT The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium 1500 E Garrison Blvd. Gastonia Visit one of the largest dinosaur exhibits in the Carolinas, with 4,200 square feet of real fossils, interactive learning experiences, and full-bodied cast specimens of T. rex, Triceratops, Stegosaurus, and more. Exhibit Highlights Include: Full-bodied prehistoric skeleton casts Authentic dinosaur fossils, including an Edmontosaurus that displays healed wounds from a T. rex attack Stegasaurus, Triceratops, Apatosaurus , and MANY MORE of your favorite dinosaurs Specimens unique to the Southeast, including Appalachiosaurus , the East Coast T. rex The return of The Schiele’s iconic T. rex in a whole new display LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT Also Worth Seeing Hall of Dinosaurs The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium LEARN MORE The Turnings A Cycle of American Time Gaston County Museum LEARN MORE When Are We US Gaston County Museum LEARN MORE Hoffman's Farm to Friends Gaston County Museum LEARN MORE

December 5, 2026 Story Time with JL Kirby Learn More Venue Info Belmont Bookshop 7 N Main St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 6:00 AM Time: - 7:30 AM 704-461-8060 Join us in the Treehouse for a special Story Time with author JL Kirby!They will be reading a Belmont Bookshop favorite: DJ the Scratchy Cat. And hold onto your hats, folks! Because they will also be reading their newest book: DJ the Scratchy Cat Field Trip Adventure! Join the fun, meet the author, and purchase a signed copy of a local favorite kid's book! < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

December 30, 2026 Karaoke Night Learn More Venue Info The Rooster 344 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA 3:00 PM Time: - 6:45 PM 704-616-0291 Karaoke every Thursday Night at 8pm. No Cover, All Ages$1 off Domestics$4 Applesauce Shots$5 Orange CreamsiclesNO COVERDoors open at 6pm < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 20, 2026 Twisted Stitchers Embroidery Club Learn More Venue Info Lucile Tatum Center 959 Osceola St, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 1:00 PM Time: - 3:00 PM 704-922-0301 Learn more about Gaston County Extension & Community Association's (ECA) newest specialty interest group, the Twisted Stitchers. This small group enjoys embroidery and is open to the public. Learn more by contacting Linda J. Minges at linda_minges@ncsu. edu or 704. 866. 3607. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

May 27, 2027 Karaoke Night Learn More Venue Info The Rooster 344 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA 3:00 PM Time: - 6:45 PM 704-616-0291 Karaoke every Thursday Night at 8pm. No Cover, All Ages$1 off Domestics$4 Applesauce Shots$5 Orange CreamsiclesNO COVERDoors open at 6pm < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

November 21, 2026 Family Storytime @Main Learn More Venue Info Gaston County Library Main Branch 1555 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 5:30 AM Time: - 6:00 AM 704-868-2164 Bring the whole family to Evening Family Storytime @ Main for an evening of stories, songs, and fun for all ages. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 31, 2026 Trick & Treat at Off Leash Learn More Venue Info Whitewater Center 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28214, USA 5:00 AM Time: - 7:30 AM 704-391-3900 Show off your dog’s best tricks in trade for a treat and get into the holiday spirit with your pup. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

November 17, 2026 November Blind Date Book Club (#1, #2, #3) Learn More Venue Info Belmont Bookshop 7 N Main St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 2:00 PM Time: - 3:00 PM 704-461-8060 It's like a "traditional" book club, but with a twist: you have no idea what you're about to read. We curate the books and give you hints to help in your selection. After you reveal your choice, take some time to read and savor the book. Then, your other "blind date bookers" will gather to discuss and get to know one another! Books  Surprises  Community    Blind Date with a Book Club Book This Month's Theme: tbd PLEASE NOTE:Books #1, #2, & #3 will be meeting on Tuesday, November 17Books #4 #5, & #6 will be meeting on Wednesday, November 18 < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

November 14, 2026 ECA Monthly Craft Day Learn More Venue Info Lucile Tatum Center 959 Osceola St, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 5:00 AM Time: - 1:00 PM 704-922-0301 Do you have sewing or crafting projects that you're working on? If so, and you want to join other crafters, this monthly event may be for you! Bring your project and supplies and join Extension & Community Association (ECA) volunteers to connect with others and work on your project. There is no cost to participate. For more details contact Linda Minges: linda_minges@ncsu. edu or 704-866-3607 < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

February 18, 2027 Master Gardener Group of Gaston Co. Monthly Education Program Learn More Venue Info GC Cooperative Extension 1303 Dallas Cherryville Hwy, Dallas, NC 28034, USA 6:00 AM Time: - 7:00 AM 704-922-0301 Monthly Master Gardener business meeting for all current Master Gardener Group of Gaston County Members. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

June 20, 2027 Now That's What I Call Dad Rock Learn More Venue Info The Rooster 344 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA 2:00 PM Time: - 6:30 PM 704-616-0291 This Father's Day Weekend, we are bringing you the ultimate gift of entertainment with a Tribute show, featuring all your favorite "Dad Rock" bands!Worn Down Media and Shellshock Promotions Presents:Now That's What I Call Dad RockThis show features local bands paying tribute to their favorite Dad Rock Bands:Line Chalk as IncubusTaking November as SeetherVillain Over Heroes as ChevelleUnthreaded as Three Days GraceHome For The Day as Breaking BenjaminLeaving Echoes as Alice In ChainsTickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Doors open at 6pm, show starts at 7pmAll Ages Welcome < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >