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Join us for Line Dancing with Mary Mary at Traust Brewing in Belmont ,2027-02-27 . Learn more about this event others in Gaston County on GoGastonNC. February 27, 2027 Line Dancing with Mary Mary Learn More Traust Brewing Venue Info 128 S Main St, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USA 2:00 PM Time: - 4:00 PM 833-566-5563 Free to register & attend! sign up here: https://forms.gle/Yjepme48xqfis2Ww8 < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Join us for Saturday Drop-In STEM @ Main at Gaston County Library - Main Branch in Belmont ,2026-10-24 . Learn more about this event others in Gaston County on GoGastonNC. October 24, 2026 Saturday Drop-In STEM @ Main Learn More Gaston County Library Main Branch Venue Info 1555 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 5:30 AM Time: - 8:30 AM 704-868-2164 Join us for Spooky STEM Night @ Main! Explore creepy creations, fun experiments, and hands-on activities that bring science, technology, engineering, and math to life. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Join us for Author Event: J. H. Markert at Belmont Bookshop in Belmont ,2026-10-09 . Learn more about this event others in Gaston County on GoGastonNC. October 9, 2026 Author Event: J. H. Markert Learn More Belmont Bookshop Venue Info 7 N Main St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 2:00 PM Time: - 4:00 PM (704) 461-8060 J. H. Markert is coming to Belmont in honor of the release of his latest novel "The Chain House"! J. H. will be joined in conversation with Annelise Jancula, host of the Grave Tales Book Club. J. H. Markert is a producer, screenwriter, husband, and father of two from Louisville, Kentucky, where he was also a tennis pro for twenty-five years, before hanging up the rackets for good in 2020. He graduated with a degree in history from the University of Louisville in 1997 and has been writing ever since. Annelise Jancula is an avid reader with a lifelong love of all things spooky and unsettling. Raised on Goosebumps , her fascination with horror has only grown over the years. She created Grave Tales Book Club in 2025 to celebrate the joy of being scared with other horror lovers and they meet at several NC Indie bookstores and virtually each month. Annelise loves exploring the many facets of the genre and believes there’s something special about a story that leaves you sleeping with the lights on. All prices include admission and one copy of "The Chain House" (physical book provided at the event) . Additional books and backlist titles are available to purchase in-store or on our website. Please note that we cannot guarantee availability of any titles at the event that are not pre-ordered, so we highly recommend placing your orders as soon as possible if you would like extra copies of any books! PLEASE NOTE:There are no physical tickets for this event; you will be checked in by attendee name at the door. Tickets are non-refundable unless event is canceled. The event will be taking place at Belmont Bookshop. Shoud RSVPs exceed capacity, the event would be moved to an offsite location. Attendees would be notified as soon as this happens, should it occur. Doors to the event will open at 6:30pm with the event beginning at 7:00pm. VISITING US FROM OUT OF TOWN?There are a lot of fun things to do in Belmont and Gaston County! If you're joining us from out of town or state, below are some ideas to help you plan your trip! The biggest draw is simply wandering around downtown Belmont. Main Street has boutiques, cafés, antique stores, dessert spots, breweries, and Stowe Park right in the center. Not to mention - Belmont Bookshop! 🌸 Spend the afternoon taking in the scenery at Daniel Stowe Conservancy🚣♂ Visit the U. S. National Whitewater Center for rafting, trails, ziplining, and more☕ Grab a coffee at Wandering Cup South Fork🥐 Enjoy a handmade pastry or sandwich at Every Day Market in downtown Belmont🎬 Have dinner at Webb Custom Kitchen, a restored historic theater with movies playing silently while you eat🍺 Relax with an after-dinner beverage at Sammy's Pub or a cigar at The Jailhouse < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Join us for The Catawba Riversweep at Confluence South Fork in Belmont ,2026-10-03 . Learn more about this event others in Gaston County on GoGastonNC. October 3, 2026 The Catawba Riversweep Learn More Confluence South Fork Venue Info 117 Center St, Cramerton, NC 28032, USA 4:00 AM Time: - 7:00 AM 704-879-4175 Will you join us in protecting our shared waterways by participating in Catawba Riverkeeper's largest annual cleanup?For decades, citizens around the Catawba River Basin have been cleaning up their river, lakes, creeks, and streams to make sure their waterways look beautiful, are safe for swimming and fishing, and are free of pollution. The Catawba Riversweep is one day a year when citizens from all over the Catawba-Wateree River Basin come together to clean up on the same day. October 3, 2026 will be a day when thousands of neighbors come together at dozens of sites from Lake James to Lake Wateree and everywhere in between. It will be a day of hard work, fun, fellowship, and action!With just 3 short hours of your time, you too can say “I AM A RIVERKEEPER!” You can register for free as an individual, a business, a school, a church, a neighborhood, or a group of friends today and be a part of the largest river cleanup in the Southeast. Join us for the afterparty at Confluence starting at noon with live music and snacks for our amazing volunteers. Registration is now open, so click here to register! { } .sqs-html-content { } { mix-blend-mode: var(--tweak-text-block-blend ) ; border-radius: var(--tweak-text-block-radius) ; } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { .sqs-html-content { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { } < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Join us for Toddler Time at Gaston County Library Main Branch in Belmont ,2026-11-26 . Learn more about this event others in Gaston County on GoGastonNC. November 26, 2026 Toddler Time Learn More Gaston County Library Main Branch Venue Info 1555 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 8:30 AM Time: - 8:50 AM 704-868-2164 Toddler Time at the Gastonia Library Main Branch is for children 3 and under Join us for stories, songs and an interactive fun time! < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Join us for Balanced Brunch at Whitewater Center in Belmont ,2026-10-18 . Learn more about this event others in Gaston County on GoGastonNC. October 18, 2026 Balanced Brunch Learn More Whitewater Center Venue Info 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28214, USA 7:00 PM Time: - 8:00 PM 704-391-3900 Join us for a delightful Balanced Brunch experience, where you can savor a variety of nutritious and delicious dishes that promote wellness and balance. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere while connecting with others over a meal designed to nourish both body and mind. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Join us for Did an Asteroid Really Kill the Dinosaurs? at The Schiele Museum of Natural History in Belmont ,2026-10-19 . Learn more about this event others in Gaston County on GoGastonNC. October 19, 2026 Did an Asteroid Really Kill the Dinosaurs? Learn More The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium Venue Info 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 9:30 AM Time: - 10:15 AM 704-866-6900 The Schiele Museum’s James H. Lynn Planetarium and Science Theater is home to an immersive experience unlike anything else in the area and is a “must-see” attraction during a visit to the museum. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Join us for Wilderness First Aid Instruction at Whitewater Center in Belmont ,2026-11-07 . Learn more about this event others in Gaston County on GoGastonNC. November 7, 2026 Wilderness First Aid Instruction Learn More Whitewater Center Venue Info 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28214, USA 3:00 AM Time: - 3:00 AM 704-391-3900 Basic first-aid skills needed for wilderness adventures are taught by professional instructors with significant patient care and backcountry experience. This course includes Adult CPR training. Duration: 2 days Price: $400 Age: 16+ For more information and to register: https://whitewater.org/ins.../first-aid-wilderness-medicine/ < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Join us for Watershed Science Sunset Tour at Catawba RiverKeeper in Belmont ,2026-09-26 . Learn more about this event others in Gaston County on GoGastonNC. September 26, 2026 Watershed Science Sunset Tour Learn More Venue Info 571 Stutts Rd, Mooresville, NC 28117, USA 2:00 PM Time: - 4:00 PM Join Catawba Riverkeeper for a sunset cruise on North Carolina’s largest reservoir! Enjoy the wind in your hair and gorgeous sunset views while you learn about water quality, aquatic ecosystems, and the history of Lake Norman and the Catawba-Wateree River Basin aboard our 12'x40' commercial boat. Watershed Science Sunset Tours are open to the public on Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:00 PM. Tours last 2 hours and depart from Stutts Marina (571 Stutts Road) in Mooresville, NC. Not only will you have an incredible time exploring Lake Norman, but you can feel good knowing that your ticket purchase supports Catawba Riverkeeper’s mission to preserve, protect, and restore local waterways! < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Join us for Genealogy Club at Gaston County Library Main Branch in Belmont ,2026-09-08 . Learn more about this event others in Gaston County on GoGastonNC. September 8, 2026 Genealogy Club Learn More Gaston County Library Main Branch Venue Info 1555 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 5:30 AM Time: - 6:30 AM 704-868-2164 We invite anyone interested in genealogy and family history research, whether you are an experienced genealogist or just beginning your journey. https://gastonlibrary.org/calendar.aspx?EID=7145 < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Join us for Tween Time @ Main at Gaston County Library - Main Branch in Belmont ,2026-12-03 . Learn more about this event others in Gaston County on GoGastonNC. December 3, 2026 Tween Time @ Main Learn More Gaston County Library Main Branch Venue Info 1555 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 11:30 AM Time: - 12:30 PM 704-868-2164 Rising 4th-7th graders are welcome to join us monthly for events designed just for them! https://gastonlibrary.org/calendar.aspx?EID=7965 < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Join us for Paint and Sip Mocktails for Adults @ Main at Gaston County Library - Main Branch in Belmont ,2026-09-30 . Learn more about this event others in Gaston County on GoGastonNC. September 30, 2026 Paint and Sip Mocktails for Adults @ Main Learn More Gaston County Library Main Branch Venue Info 1555 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 10:00 AM Time: - 11:00 AM 704-868-2164 REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! Participants will paint Fall pumpkins on an 8x10 canvas and enjoy fun fall-themed mocktails. https://gastonlibrary.org/calendar.aspx?EID=9164 < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >