Title Brew Dash 6K, 12K, and Half Marathon June 20, 2026 Time: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Whitewater Center U.S. National Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28214, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE The Brew Dash event features a variety of running options including a 6K, 12K, and Half Marathon. Participants can choose their preferred distance to enjoy a scenic race day experience while celebrating their love for running and brewing.

Title Shrapnyl May 2, 2027 Time: 7:30 PM - 11:00 PM The Rooster 334 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Heart-thumping, high octane Rock and Roll with the one and only Shrapnyl!Join us for an evening of your favorite hard rock songs through the ages as Shrapnyl takes the stage for 3+ hours of hard-hitting anthems and riffs. Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 day of show. Doors at 6pm, show at 7:30pm. All Ages.

Title An Evening with DJ Don June 16, 2026 Time: - African American Museum 300 South Firestone Street, Gastonia, NC, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Get ready to feel the rhythm and relive the classics as Juneteenth festivities kick off with a soulful night of legendary music. Celebrate freedom, culture, and community with an evening filled with timeless hits, unforgettable performances, and uplifting energy that will have everyone singing along. Gather your friends and family for a night of music, celebration, and Juneteenth spirit you won’t want to miss.

Title Dino Academy: A Dinosaur Discovery Adventure with Bright Star Theatre @ Main June 2, 2026 Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Gaston County Library Main Branch 1555 East Garrison Boulevard, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Join us for Dino Academy: A Dinosaur Discovery Adventure presented by Bright Star Theatre at your local library! Led by the quirky Dr. Sarah Tops, this engaging program takes you on an exciting journey through the prehistoric world. Experience fascinating dino facts, colorful lifelike dinosaur puppets that stomp and roar, and a delightful blend of science, humor, and storytelling. Perfect for all ages, especially those between 4 to 10, this adventure is a captivating field trip through time without leaving your seat. All library programs are free to the public, with no registration required for individuals and families, though advanced registration is requested for groups of 8 to 10 or more. For more details, visit https://gastonlibrary.org/calendar.aspx?EID=8085. This project is supported by the North Carolina Arts Council and the Gaston Arts Council, and it is made possible by the generous support of patrons.

Title Craft Book Club: September September 13, 2026 Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM Belmont Bookshop 7 N Main St, Belmont, NC, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Craft Book Club is a quarterly gathering for readers who love stories and creativity. We explore engaging fiction across a variety of genres, then dive into a themed craft inspired by the book’s setting, characters, or atmosphere. Each book club meeting includes the book and all craft materials in the ticket price. All you have to do is bring your imagination and enjoy a cozy, hands-on literary experience.  Join us and turn great stories into memorable keepsakes — one craft, one book, one cozy gathering at a time!September's GatheringBook: Crafting for Sinners by Jenny KieferCraft: Cross StitchThe ratcheting tension and gut-churning terror will appeal to fans of Camp Damascus by Chuck Tingle and Horrorstör by Grady Hendrix.

Title Yoga with Kitties - SOLD OUT February 15, 2027 Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Whiskerville Kitty Cat Cafe 508 Beaty Road, Belmont, NC, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Our book club is all about creating a welcoming space to connect, share perspectives, and explore stories together! Take some time to PAWS, READ, and MEET NEW FRIENDS!

Title The Hunchback of Notre Dame July 24, 2026 Time: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Little Theater Gastonia 238 S Clay St, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE July 24 - August 2, 2026 based on the novel by Victor Hugo book by Peter Parnell music & lyrics by Alan Menken & Stephen Schwartz Rated PG; Suggested age 10+ Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm Sundays at 3:00pm Saturday, July 25, 2026 Online Tickets: Limited to 100 pre-sale, reserved tickets At Door: Limited to 100 general admission tickets sold the night of the show, at the door, beginning at 6:45 pm. Community Pay What You Can Night (minimum $1 per ticket) additional shows put on by students in our classes and/or camps!

7:00 PM - 4:00 PM Time: May 26, 2026 Stitch-By-Stitch: Mental Health May - Worry Pets @ Main Title LEARN MORE 1555 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA Heading 5 VENUE INFO

Title Author Talk: NC Day Hiking with Whitney Harris Wallace June 27, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Mauney Memorial Library 100 South Piedmont Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Whitney Harris Wallace is the author of North Carolina Day Hiking for Every Body: What to Know and Where to Go from the Blue Ridge to the Beaches. As an avid hiker and a certified Wilderness First Responder and Forest Therapy Guide, she will join us to discuss her book and share her knowledge of hiking spots throughout North Carolina that anybody can enjoy! Registration Required • First 20 registrants receive a free copy of Whitney's book: https://mauneylibrary.libcal.com/event/16606668

Title Carrie Ann Live! December 11, 2026 Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Local Logic 121 South Main Street, Mount Holly, NC, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Come to Local Logic - Mt. Holly for some live music with Carrie Ann! 7pm - 10pm.

Title October Plant Swap & Shop October 11, 2026 Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Traust Brewing 128 S Main St, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Join us for the October Plant Swap & Shop at Traust Brewing in Mount Holly! This exciting event invites you to bring a plant to swap or simply come to explore and shop for new greenery. Plant accessories and swag are encouraged, and tables will be provided. The atmosphere is pet and kid-friendly, with a fantastic food menu and a variety of drinks, including beer, wine, seltzers, mixed drinks, and non-alcoholic options. The venue is conveniently located at 128 South Main Street, with ample parking available behind the building. Best of all, the plant swap is always free to vend and attend! Please be cautious of scammers and refrain from sending money for Plant Swap events. Join us for a fun-filled day of plant trading and shopping!

Title Cricut Creations: Dino Shadow Box @ Main June 9, 2026 Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Gaston County Library Main Branch 1555 East Garrison Boulevard, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Come create a dinosaur themed shadow box for our Unearth the Story Summer Reading Program! All materials will be provided. https://gastonlibrary.org/calendar.aspx?EID=8259