Title Special Speaker Gardening Program @ Main July 25, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Gaston County Library Main Branch 1555 East Garrison Boulevard, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Nathan Chapman, from the Schiele Museum of Natural History, will share his gardening expertise. https://gastonlibrary.org/calendar.aspx?EID=8140

Title Studio closed Aug 9 - 21 for vacation August 21, 2026 Time: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Little Bit of Art 900 S Fork Village Dr g3, Belmont, NC, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Studio closed Aug 9 - 21 for vacation

Title Exhibition on Screen - Turner & Constable August 3, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Gaston County Library Main Branch 1555 East Garrison Boulevard, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE The Gaston County Public Library, the Gaston County Museum of Art and History, and Seventh Art Productions are proud to present Exhibition on Screen: Turner and Constable. This program is FREE to the public and intended for adults. Born within a year of each other – J.M.W. Turner in 1775 and John Constable in 1776 – these great artists used landscape painting to reflect the changing world around them and to bring landscape to the forefront of art for the first time. Celebrating the 250th anniversary of their births, TURNER & CONSTABLE is the unmissable new feature documentary exploring Turner and Constable’s intertwined lives alongside the groundbreaking Tate Britain exhibition. https://seventh-art.com/product/turner_constable/ Light refreshments will be generously provided by the Gaston County Museum of Art and History.

Title GASTONIA FAMILY SESSION July 31, 2026 Time: 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM Kates Skating Rink 1151 Skating Rink Dr, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Join us for a fun-filled family event that brings together families from Gastonia and Indian Trail for an unforgettable evening of activities and bonding. This family session will feature various engaging activities and opportunities for families to connect, create lasting memories, and enjoy quality time together. Don't miss out on this exciting chance to strengthen family ties and meet new friends!

Title Praise Cheeses Food Truck May 30, 2026 Time: 12:00 PM - 5:30 PM Veronét Vineyards & Winery 1549 Ike Brooks Dr, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE An amazing food truck that serves an assortment of grilled cheeses, soups, salads, and sharables.

Title Human Clay: The Premier Creed Tribute April 18, 2027 Time: 7:30 PM - 11:00 PM The Rooster 334 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Human Clay is the Premier National Touring Tribute to Creed and they are making their way to The Rooster's stage in Downtown Gastonia with special guests Venus Invictus!Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 day of show. Doors at 6pm, show at 7:30pm. All Ages

Title LitFlix Book Club: July July 6, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Belmont Bookshop 7 N Main St, Belmont, NC, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE LitFlix is a bi-monthly book club that discusses book to film adaptations. Purchase a ticket for the featured book and pick it up anytime before the meeting. While it's not mandatory, we highly recommend that you read the book prior to the meeting.  At each meeting, we'll dive into the original book text and compare it to key scenes from the film adaptation. Expect a lot of fun, plenty of laughs, and interesting conversations about how the book was likely better as we explore the differences, similarities, and decision making that went into the film adaptation. Oh, did we mention free popcorn!? July's Adaptation:The Beach by Alex GarlandThe Khao San Road, Bangkok—first stop for the hordes of rootless young Westerners traveling in Southeast Asia. On Richard's first night there, in a low-budget guest house, a fellow traveler slashes his wrists, bequeathing to Richard a meticulously drawn map to "the Beach. " The Beach, as Richard has come to learn, is the subject of a legend among young travelers in Asia: a lagoon hidden from the sea, with white sand and coral gardens, freshwater falls surrounded by jungle, plants untouched for a thousand years. There, it is rumored, a carefully selected international few have settled in a communal Eden.

Title Cherryville’s Independence Day Celebration Featuring Molly Hatchet July 2, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM VENUE INFO LEARN MORE

Title Walking in Their Shoes: Part II - Go Figure June 12, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM SASi 301 N Piedmont Ave, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Southern Arts Society presents an exhibition of works by Lucy Warlick on view April 15th through June 12, 2026. Most of the paintings exhibited at Southern Arts Society reference historic photos from the Library of Congress’ collections, with the exception of her newest series “Caught” which features fishermen, women and children she photographed at the Springmaid Pier in Myrtle Beach, SC. Warlick’s paintings continue to show her main goal: to entice the viewer to exercise their “empathy muscles” by putting themselves “into the shoes” of the subjects of her artwork, reflecting on their own lives while imagining what’s happening in the paintings. “I would like to offer my paintings to a diverse audience so that they can engage their imaginations, remember what preceded them, and empathize with the circumstances of others while awakening to our connectedness as part of a greater whole.” You can see more images on Southern Arts Society’s website and Facebook page. Artwork in the exhibit is available for sale. Southern Arts Society (SASi) Gift Shop & Gallery is located at 301 N. Piedmont Ave. at the intersection of Piedmont and Battleground Avenues in the historic Southern Railway Depot. SASi offers a gift shop, ongoing art exhibits and competitions, programs and classes in a variety of media for artists of all levels. Gift Shop & Gallery Hours: Wed through Sat, 10 am to 3 pm, and by Appointment. Admission is Free. For more information, please visit https://southernartssociety.org/, or call 704.739.5585. Email southernartssociety@gmail.com.

Title A Shot in The Dark Night Trail Race November 13, 2026 Time: 12:00 AM - 1:00 AM Whitewater Center U.S. National Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28214, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Charge your headlamp and get ready to tackle the trails in the dark. Compete in a 5K, 10K or half marathon and cross the finish line under the moonlight.

Title Bon Temps Paddle Battle on Wylie August 28, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM - 4:00 PM Anchored Soul Paddling Belmont, NC 28012, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Join Anchored Soul for our 7th annual “Bon Temps Paddle Battle on Wylie” in Belmont, NC! Whether you are a seasoned paddler or a fun-lovin’ newbie, we have something for you. Lake Wylie is a great place to enjoy a summer day on the water! Beginners can participate in a 1-mile fun race and the advanced paddler can take it up a notch in the 3.5-, 7-, or 14-mile distance courses. There’s also a Guppies race and a SUP Pup Cup race for your human babies and fur babies, respectively. All 1–, 3.5-, 7- & 14- mile race registrations include t-shirt, meal ticket, drink ticket & access to the concert. Race proceeds benefit local non-profit organizations TBD. Race T-shirt is ONLY GUARANTEED if you register by Saturday, August 8! A popular energetic 80s Tribute Band will perform from 10:00-1:00pm. No Equipment, No Problem! Anchored Soul will be available to assist with all your equipment needs. Never been on a paddle board before and would like to try it out, contact Heidi Schmidt Cole, ACA certified SUP Instructor and owner of Anchored Soul to schedule a lesson. Register as a Racer on Paddleguru. PACKET PICK-UP FRIDAY, August 28th, 2026 @ Muddy River Distillery, 250 N Main St Mount Holly, NC 6:00pm - 9:00pm Packet Pick-up and Late Registration (Registration ends at 9:00pm) RACE DAY SCHEDULE: SATURDAY, August 29th, 2026 @ Gaston Wildlife Club, 3127 South Point Rd Belmont, NC 7:00am -8:00am Late Packet Pickup 8:30am Mandatory Racers’ Safety Meeting at dock 9:00am START Pro 14-mile course race 9:05am START Long 7-mile course race 9:10am START Short 3.5-mile course race 9:15am START First-timers’ 1-mile race 11:30am Guppies race & Yoga on the Lawn 11:45am SUP Pup Cup Race 12:00pm Hula Hoop SUP Challenge 12:00-12:30pm All racers finished / Clear courses and cove of equipment 10:00am - 1:00pm Live music by South Shore Syndicate, food trucks, cold beverages, and fun for all. 1:00pm Awards Ceremony

Title King of the Carolinas - Open Practice October 1, 2026 Time: - Carolina Speedway 6335 Union Rd, Gastonia, NC 28056, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Carolina Speedway 2026 Race Schedule March 1 — Monster Trucks 5 — Steve Heintz Memorial — Open Practice 6 — Steve Heintz Memorial — Blue Ridge Outlaw Late Model Series, Carolina Sprint Tour, Street Stock, Pro 4, Crown Vic, Southern Wedge Late Model Association 7 — Steve Heintz Memorial — Blue Ridge Outlaw Late Model Series, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Southern Wedge Late Model Association, Southern Vintage April 3 — First Points Race — Late Model, SEHA, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic 10 — Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4, Southern Vintage 17 — Southern Wedge Late Model Association, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 24 — USCS Sprint Car Series + Other Divisions TBA May 1 — Late Model, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 8 — Carolina Sprint Tour, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 15 — Mid-East Mania — Modified, Street Stock + Other Divisions TBA 22 — River Wars — Renegade Sportsman, Street Stock, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4, Southern Vintage 29 — Late Model (LMS Rules), Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 June 5 — Carolina Sprint Tour, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 12 — Monster Thunder Bomber, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Crown Vic, Southern Vintage, MMSA 19 — Late Model, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 26 — Late Model, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 July 3 — Hall of Fame Race — Blue Ridge Outlaw Late Model Series, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 (Fireworks) 10 — USCS Sprint Car Series + Other Divisions TBA 17 — OFF 24 — Late Model, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 31 — Late Model, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 August 7 — Carolina Sprint Tour, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 14 — Shrine Race — Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series + Other Divisions TBA 21 — OFF 28 — Late Model, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 September 4 — River Wars — Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 11 — Late Points Race — Carolina Sprint Tour, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 17 — BAM Street Stock Battle Royale — Open Practice 18 — BAM Street Stock Battle Royale — Event Program TBA 19 — BAM Street Stock Battle Royale — Event Program TBA 25 — OFF October 1 — King of the Carolinas — Open Practice 2 — King of the Carolinas — Blue Ridge Outlaw Late Model Series, Carolina Sprint Tour, SEHA + Other Divisions TBA 3 — King of the Carolinas — Blue Ridge Outlaw Late Model Series, Southern Vintage + Other Divisions TBA 10 — $10,000 to Win Enduro Event 11 — Rain Date (Enduro Event)