December 24, 2026 Trivia Learn More Venue Info Durty Bull Brewing 126 S Trenton St, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA 2:00 PM Time: - 4:00 PM 704-671-2541 Trivia night at Durty Bull, test your knowledge and have a few drinks with friends. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

March 8, 2027 Singer/Songwriter Open Mic Learn More Venue Info The Rooster 344 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA 2:00 PM Time: - 5:00 PM 704-616-0291 Every Wednesday we host our Singer/Songwriter Open Mic with rotating hosts. Our Open Mic is for all artists, not just singers and musicians. Whether your gift is comedy, poetry, drum solos or you just want to jam, this event is for you!No Cover, Doors open at 6pm. Open Mic starts at 7pm. Sign Up Sheet is at the bar. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

November 20, 2026 Parents' Night Out at the McGill Family YMCA Learn More Venue Info McGill Family YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 1:00 PM Time: - 5:00 PM 704-822-9622 < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 12, 2026 Author Event: Travis Baldree Learn More Venue Info Belmont Bookshop 7 N Main St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 2:00 PM Time: - 4:00 PM 704-461-8060 We are thrilled to welcome #1 New York Times bestselling author Travis Baldree to Belmont Bookshop! In honor of the graphic novel adaptation of hit novel Legends & Lattes with illustrations by Samuel Sattin, Sarah Webb, and Shanti Rittgers. Travis Baldree is a Locus, Nebula, and Hugo Award finalist; and a full-time audiobook narrator who has lent his voice to hundreds of stories. Before that, he spent decades designing and building video games like Torchlight, Rebel Galaxy, and Fate. All prices include admission and one hardcover copy of " Legends & Lattes: The Graphic Novel" (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:Book signing will be limited to 3 titles per person. Event is planned to occur rain or shine. 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 TBD location to be announced soon!Doors to the event will open at 6:00pm 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 >

November 22, 2026 Author Event: Amanda Held Opelt Learn More Venue Info Belmont Bookshop 7 N Main St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 1:00 PM Time: - 3:00 PM 704-461-8060 In an age when food conversations are often reduced to fleeting trends and calorie counts, what does it mean to find a sense of home on our plates? Author and proud resident of Appalachia Amanda Held Opelt explores this question in her new book. Amanda is coming down from the mountains of Boone to visit Belmont Bookshop, celebrating the release of "Provisions: Finding Home Through the Food Folklore of the Appalachian Table"!"Appalachian food tells a magnificent American story. For generations, the geography of the region limited the availability of many mainstream provisions, and so Appalachian cuisine is inherently inventive… It brings together features of Indigenous, Black, and European traditions… When you eat Appalachian, you experience history bodily. When you eat Appalachian, the earth and the ancestors remind you who you are". AMANDA HELD OPELT is an author, speaker, and songwriter. She writes about faith, grief, and creativity, and believes in the power of community, ritual, and storytelling to heal even our deepest wounds. After fifteen years of serving in the nonprofit and humanitarian aid sectors, she is now pursuing her master’s in Appalachian studies. She has written for Christianity Today, Premier Christianity, and 100 Days in Appalachia and lives in the mountains of Boone, North Carolina, with her husband and two young daughters. All prices include admission and one copy of of "Provisions: Finding Home Through the Food Folklore of the Appalachian Table" (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. Doors to the event will open at 5:30pm with the event beginning at 6:00pm. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

May 2, 2027 Succulent Terrarium Workshop - May 2nd! Learn More Venue Info Whiskerville Kitty Cat Cafe 508 Beaty Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 1:00 PM Time: - 3:00 PM 704-812-8417 Gather your friends and join us for a hands-on Succulent Terrarium Workshop! 🌿✨ In this class, you’ll create your very own terrarium from start to finish. All supplies are included, and the instructor will guide you step-by-step as you design a beautiful piece to take home and enjoy. This is also a great gift idea, so make the terrarium for yourself or a gift it to someone special! (Hint: Mother's Day is coming up)! The experience begins with 30 minutes of relaxing kitty time, followed by the workshop where we’ll build our terrariums together in the front room. 🐾 This is a BYOB event for guests 21+, so feel free to bring wine or beer to enjoy during the class. Please note that outside food and other beverages are not permitted, but our café will be open for your convenience. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

November 17, 2026 Did an Asteroid Really Kill the Dinosaurs? Learn More Venue Info The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium 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 >

January 30, 2027 Frigid Trail Race & Polar Plunge Learn More Venue Info Whitewater Center 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28214, USA 7:00 PM Time: - 8:00 PM 704-391-3900 Bundle up and dive into winter fun at the Frigid Trail Race & Polar Plunge in Gaston County! Choose from challenging 5K or 10K trail courses that wind through scenic winter landscapes, then take the ultimate plunge into the icy waters of the Deep Water Solo pool. It’s a thrilling, unforgettable way to test your limits, share laughs with friends, and make memories that will warm you up long after the chill. Whether you’re racing, plunging, or cheering from the sidelines, this is winter excitement you won’t want to miss. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

June 28, 2027 Open mic Learn More Venue Info Traust Brewing 128 S Main St, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USA 1:00 PM Time: - 3:30 PM 833-566-5563 Open Mic Night at Traust Brewing features local musicians, singers, poets, and performers sharing their talents in a fun, welcoming atmosphere. Grab a drink, enjoy the show, and support local artists. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

March 16, 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 >

October 13, 2026 Pokémon Club For Tweens @ Main Learn More Venue Info Gaston County Library Main Branch 1555 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 11:00 AM Time: - 12:00 PM 704-868-2164 Play, create, and explore the world of Pokémon with us! https://gastonlibrary.org/calendar.aspx?EID=9200 < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

November 30, 2026 Mount Holly Carriage Rides Learn More Venue Info Mount Holly Main Street Events Mount Holly, NC, USA Time: - Experience the charm of Mount Holly’s historic downtown with a private horse-drawn carriage ride . Stroll under the twinkling lights of Main Street and enjoy the sights and sounds of the season in style. November 30th - December 2nd & December 7th - December 9th < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >