October 17, 2026 Free Guided Docent Tour Learn More Venue Info Daniel Stowe Conservancy 6500 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 6:00 AM Time: - 7:00 AM 704-825-4490 Join us every Saturday at 11 a.m. in the Garden Pavilion for a free guided docent tour! One of our expert docent volunteers will lead you through a guided tour of the garden, covering Stowe's history, habitats, plants, gardens and more. This is a completely free tour and no pre-registration is necessary. Just meet us in the Garden Pavilion lobby at 11 a.m. on Saturdays! Tour capacity is 20 people. Ages 5+ recommended. Please note that non-members will need to pay Garden Pavilion admission to attend. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

December 5, 2026 Breakfast with Santa Learn More Venue Info Rankin Lake Park 1830 Rankin Lake Rd, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA 3:00 AM Time: - 4:00 AM 704-866-6839 Join the City of Gastonia Parks and Recreation Department for a festive Breakfast with Santa event at the Rankin Lake Clubhouse on Saturday, December 5, from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM. Enjoy a delicious breakfast featuring assorted waffles, grits, bacon breakfast casserole, egg and cheese sliders, fruit salad, orange juice, and milk. Don't forget to bring your own camera for photos with Santa! Each attendee must purchase a ticket, with children's tickets available for those 16 and under, which include a small gift. Infants or children who cannot eat solid foods do not need a ticket but will not receive a gift unless a child ticket is purchased. The registration and payment deadline is Sunday, November 15. After breakfast, stay for the free Santa at the Lake event from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, where you can take more pictures with Santa at the lakefront viewing pier (rain location inside the clubhouse). For ticket purchases, visit: https://www.eventeny.com/events/breakfast-with-santa-33557/. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

January 1, 2027 Little Learners Learn More Venue Info Whitewater Center 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28214, USA 7:00 PM Time: - 6:59 PM 704-391-3900 With new topics every Wednesday, Little Learners combines a fun educational component with a hands-on activity, allowing children to explore nature, science and their own creativity. Learn more and register: https://whitewater.org/little-learners/ < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

February 7, 2027 SUNDAY FUNDAY- BOTH LOCATIONS Learn More Venue Info Kates Skating Rink Gastonia, NC, USA 8:00 AM Time: - 12:00 PM 704-864-7007 < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 18, 2026 Balanced Brunch Learn More Venue Info Whitewater Center 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 >

October 18, 2026 2026 Farmers Market Learn More Venue Info Belmont Farmers Market Belmont, NC, USA 6:00 AM Time: - 9:00 AM Contact via FB Whether you’re stocking up on farm-fresh ingredients, discovering handmade treasures, or enjoying time with friends and neighbors, the Belmont Farmers Market at Stowe Park is a welcoming downtown tradition that celebrates local flavor, community connection, and small businesses in the heart of Belmont. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

November 3, 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 >

November 20, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Women's Soccer at NCAA National Third Round Learn More Venue Info Belmont Abbey Athletics Belmont, NC, USA 7:00 PM Time: - 6:59 PM 704-461-6693 Belmont Abbey College is featuring two exciting NCAA tournament events: the Women's Soccer team is competing in the National Third Round, while the Women's Volleyball team is set to face off in the Regional Semifinals on November 20 or 21. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 27, 2026 Evening Family Storytime @ Main Learn More Venue Info Gaston County Library Main Branch 1555 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 1:00 PM Time: - 1:30 PM 704-868-2164 Join us for Evening Family Storytime @ Main! Enjoy a fun-filled evening of stories, songs, and activities that bring families together. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

November 29, 2026 Oasis in Space Learn More Venue Info The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 8:30 AM Time: - 9:30 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 >

October 12, 2026 Women's Health & Wellness Day at the Warlick Family YMCA Learn More Venue Info Warlick Family YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 3:30 AM Time: - 11:00 AM 704-830-9622 Join us for Women’s Health & Wellness Day on Monday, October 12 at the Warlick Family YMCA, in partnership with CaroMont Health! Event Hours: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM Mobile Mammography Bus: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM (registration required) Enjoy a morning focused on women’s health with: -On-site Mobile Mammography Bus (call ahead or visit the front desk to reserve your time slot) -Health information and resources from CaroMont Health -Giveaways, drawings, and prizes Don’t miss this chance to learn, get screened, and support breast cancer awareness. Call the Warlick Family YMCA front desk at (704) 830-9622 to reserve your mammogram appointment. Early sign-up is recommended!i < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

July 27, 2027 Morbidly Curious Book Club Learn More Venue Info Belmont Bookshop 7 N Main St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 1:30 PM Time: - 3:00 PM 704-461-8060 We are excited to partner with Morbidly Curious Book Club! This is an 18+ non-fiction macabre-focused book club diving into the darker parts of your library, whether it be true crime cases, morally ambiguous medical practice, spirits & ghosts, or death. This month's read: "The Oracle's Daughter: The Rise and Fall of an American Cult" by Harrison HillClick on the button below to reserve your book! Pick up at Belmont Bookshop prior to the discussion. Follow the Morbidly Curious Belmont Bookshop group here to stay up to date on future reads!Morbidly Curious Book Club also has a podcast! Every month the host will sit down with the author and deep dive into their books... you can find it on Spotify here. DISCLAIMERS: Please check trigger warnings on all books. It is safe to assume they will be touching on many tough subjects. Some may be easy to miss. Proceed with caution. Monthly attendance is not mandatory; you do not have to commit to anything. Join as you wish and discuss at your own will. Even if you weren't quite able to finish the book! < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >