Title Extension Master Gardener Library Class- Nathan Chapman-Schiele Museum 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 Gardening classes are held monthly at library Feb-Oct. Topics change monthly. Volunteer activities can vary with each class topic. Remember - As an Extension Master Gardener, you do know more than you think you do!July's program will be lead by Nathan Chapman of the Schiele Museum.

Title River Wars September 4, 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)

Title June Blind Date Book Club (#1, #2, #3) June 16, 2026 Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Belmont Bookshop 7 N Main St, Belmont, NC, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE 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, June 16Books #4 #5, & #6 will be meeting on Wednesday, June 17

Title Super Saturday LEGO® July 4, 2026 Time: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM Gaston County Library Main Branch 1555 East Garrison Boulevard, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Select Saturdays, (9/6,10/4, 11/1, 12/6) at 10:30am For PreK- 5th grade https://gastonlibrary.org/calendar.aspx?EID=6459

Title Veteran's Lunch July 6, 2026 Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Kiser Senior Center 123 W Pennsylvania Ave, Bessemer City, NC, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Join us for a Free lunch for all veterans. Sponsored by Stanley Total Living Care this month. RSVP to 704-729-6465.

Title Coffee + Crafts: Sequin Tree Decor November 15, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Daniel Stowe Conservancy 6500 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Sunday, November 15 | 9-10:30 a.m. | Big Leaf Café| $25 Start your morning with creativity and connection at Coffee + Crafts, held at Daniel Stowe Conservancy every third Sunday of the month. Each session features a hands-on craft project, guided by instructors, with materials provided—no prior experience needed. Enjoy a freshly brewed cup of coffee, latte, or tea from our coffee shop as you craft, relax, and mingle with fellow participants in a cozy, welcoming atmosphere. It’s the perfect way to spark your creativity and begin your day on a bright, inspired note. Class locations will vary by season and we encourage you to arrive a bit early to get your coffee order in! November 15 Craft: Sequin Tree Decor Create a sparkling tabletop Christmas tree using sequins, pins, and foam forms. This detailed craft encourages patience and creativity and results in a festive holiday decoration.

Title Carolina Headbangers Presents: Benefit for Ben May 23, 2027 Time: 7:00 PM - 11:30 PM The Rooster 334 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Fellow Headbanger, NC State Wolfpack football alum and guitarist of the Raleigh-based metal band WoR, Ben Kaiser, has found himself in a very unfortunate situation that breaks our hearts and we want to help!At the beginning of this year, Ben was diagnosed with Stage 4 Cancer and is currently in a fight for his life. The treatment has taken a toll on him and he has recently been forced to start selling off his gear. So, The Rooster, Carolina Headbangers and 6 local heavy bands have decided to put this show together in an effort to help Ben. Let's pack the house and lift our fellow brother up in his time of need!Lineup:Redefind (Greenville, SC Nu-Metal) Valar Morghulis (NC Death Metal) Two Stroke (Shelby, NC Hardcore) Nicaea (Winston-Salem, NC Metalcore) Attracting The Fall (Raleigh, NC Progressive Deathcore) Frailskin (Charlotte, NC Gazecore) Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door. ALL PROCEEDS WILL BE DONATED TO BEN. Doors at 6pm, show at 7pm. All Ages.

Title Aqua Rock DWS Climbing Comp July 11, 2026 Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Whitewater Center U.S. National Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28214, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Join us for the Aqua Rock Deep Water Solo Climbing Competition, where you can elevate your climbing skills at the Deep Water Solo complex. This exciting points-based competition allows participants to free climb over a 20-foot deep pool, welcoming climbers of all skill levels. For more information, visit: https://whitewater.org/race/aqua-rock/.

Title August Plant Swap & Shop August 9, 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 August Plant Swap & Shop at Traust Brewing in Mount Holly! This exciting event invites you to bring a plant to swap or simply come to shop for new greenery and accessories—plant swag is encouraged! The venue is pet and kid-friendly, featuring a great food menu along with beer, wine, seltzers, mixed drinks, and a variety of non-alcoholic beverages. Conveniently located at 128 South Main Street, ample parking is available behind the building. Best of all, the plant swap is always free to vend and attend! Please be cautious of scams associated with the event and do not send money to anyone for Plant Swap activities.

Title Books on Broadway: Dracula "Comedy of Terrors" July 16, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Belmont Bookshop 7 N Main St, Belmont, NC, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE A collaborative book club with Blumenthal Arts! Explore the joy of performative arts with our newest book club, Books on Broadway, where we have partnered with Blumenthal Performing Arts to bring book club and live theater together. Each season, we select a handful of book inspired Broadway productions from our friends at Blumenthal. Then, we read the book and before each show, we meet for book club at Blumenthal Arts to discuss our thoughts before attending the production together with discounted tickets and a one-of-a-kind experience!Please note that tickets to this book club are non-refundable.

Title Christmas in Cramerton December 3, 2026 Time: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Centennial Center 100 Center Street, Cramerton, NC 28032, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Christmas in Cramerton is the official kickoff of the holiday season. Join us for the annual holiday parade starting at 4pm.

Title Enemies & Allies w/Mourning Lotus, Volition Impulse & Johnstown Flood May 16, 2027 Time: 8:00 PM - 11:30 PM The Rooster 334 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Worn Down Media Presents: Enemies & Allies with special guests Mourning Lotus, Volition Impulse & The Johnstown FloodTickets: $15adv/$18dos Doors: 7pm, Show: 8pm All Ages WelcomeFind out more about the bands: Enemies & Allies (Charlotte, NC Metalcore) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eandaband/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EandABand/?ref=NONE_xav_ig_profile_page_webSolo (Linktree) : https://solo.to/enemiesandalliesYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN-QY95zapUZL4N-OoQ7C0wSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/29BifWcl7dTORBc0sfw9fT?si=wfDZzGKpQSaGseHm0smp3wApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/enemies-allies/1542677576Distrokid: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/enemiesandallies/nightmareMourning Lotus (Person County, NC Metalcore) Website: https://www.mourninglotus.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mourning_lotus/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mourninglotusDistrokid: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/mourninglotus/finite-epApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/mourning-lotus/1756031655Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5PNMze3LmhWiUARqK0eb91?si=pRBrgmyWT3K6xVuL_W3bEAVolition Impulse (Savannah, GA Metalcore) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/volitionimpulse_band/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/volitionimpulse/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/volitionimpulseApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/volition-impulse/1766956332Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1E4jD3go8HxlBfN4nxJgqp?si=6529V_ztTvShYBiLUE4yTgThe Johnstown Flood (Charlotte, NC Post-Hardcore) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefloodfindsyou/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574198361136Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-johnstown-flood/1820812184Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6ZBrUEZ7HDbenGpQBemLYN?si=QyzZ-naeRCSg6Q9b2VI2nwYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@thefloodfindsyouBeacons: https://beacons.ai/thefloodfindsyou