April 18, 2027 Shakespeare's Richard II Learn More Venue Info Haid Theater 100 Belmont Mt Holly Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 9:30 AM Time: - 10:30 AM 704-461-6787 Richard II is a historical tragedy exploring the divine right of kings and the tragedy of deposed power. It follows King Richard II as he mismanages England, exiles his cousin Henry Bolingbroke, and seizes his inheritance. Bolingbroke returns with an army, deposes Richard, and takes the throne as Henry IV, plunging England into political turmoil. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

April 2, 2027 ADULT SKATE-GASTONIA Learn More Venue Info Kates Skating Rink Gastonia, NC, USA 4:00 PM Time: - 7:00 PM 704-864-7007 < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

November 16, 2026 Little mania wrestling Learn More Venue Info Traust Brewing 128 S Main St, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USA 12:30 PM Time: - 4:00 PM 833-566-5563 < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 15, 2026 Moos & Brews Learn More Venue Info The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 1:00 PM Time: - 3:00 PM 704-866-6900 STEER your way to The Schiele’s Farm for an UDDERly delightful after-hours event with Keepsake Brewery. Taste locally brewed beer (chocolate milk for the kids) while you enjoy live music and animal interactions. All ages welcome! Full pours and food truck fare will be available for purchase. Advance tickets: $8 Museum Members / $10 General Public Day of event: $13 per person Thank you to Gaston Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery for their support of this event. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

December 25, 2026 GASTONIA FAMILY SESSION Learn More Venue Info Kates Skating Rink Gastonia, NC, USA 12:00 PM Time: - 4:00 PM 704-864-7007 From 5-8 on Thursdays bring the whole family to Kates for Family Sessions. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 24, 2026 Introduction to Encaustic Painting Learn More Venue Info Arts on the Greenway Mt Holly, NC, USA 7:00 AM Time: - 11:00 AM 704-951-7474 with Teresa Rench Discover the beauty of painting with molten beeswax. Have you ever wanted to try encaustic painting? This beginner-friendly workshop is the perfect introduction to one of the world’s oldest—and most captivating—painting techniques. Using heated beeswax, pigments, and simple tools, you’ll learn how to build luminous layers, create rich textures, and discover the unique qualities that make encaustic unlike any other medium. No experience is necessary. Whether you’re an experienced artist looking to explore a new medium or someone who simply wants to spend an afternoon creating, you’ll leave with a finished painting and the confidence to continue experimenting on your own. Register with Teresa HERE! < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

September 10, 2027 PAWS AND READ - BOOK CLUB Learn More Venue Info Whiskerville Kitty Cat Cafe 508 Beaty Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 1:00 PM Time: - 2:00 PM 704-812-8417 If you are a devoted cat lover, an avid reader, or both, come join our monthly book club! 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! Our book club meets every SECOND THURSDAY of the month, 6:00 - 7:00 pm. September 10th - Book Discussion on "The Cat Who Could Read Backwards" by Lillian Braun October 8th - Book Discussion on " Autumn at The Cat Cafe" by Kathleen Fuller Our book club is completely free to join and will be held in our cozy cafe lounge. If you would like to spend time with our adorable kitties before the meeting, our regular Kitty Cat Lounge fee will apply. Come for the books, stay for the cats, and connect with friends who love both. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

November 15, 2026 Into the Woods Learn More Venue Info Haid Theater 100 Belmont Mt Holly Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 9:30 AM Time: - 10:30 AM 704-461-6787 The Award-winning musical by Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine that intertwines classic fairy tales—including Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk, and Rapunzel. It explores the complex, often disastrous consequences of characters successfully achieving their deepest wishes. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

February 26, 2027 DISNEY DAY STROLL & ROLL HUDSON Learn More Venue Info Kates Skating Rink Gastonia, NC, USA 5:00 AM Time: - 7:00 AM 704-864-7007 < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

December 11, 2026 Sensory Story Group @ Main Learn More Venue Info Gaston County Library Main Branch 1555 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 5:30 AM Time: - 6:00 AM 704-868-2164 Join us for Sensory Story Group @ Main! Enjoy stories, songs, and hands-on activities designed to engage young learners through sensory exploration and play. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 16, 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 >

November 7, 2026 Forest Bathing Learn More Venue Info Daniel Stowe Conservancy 6500 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 4:00 AM Time: - 6:00 AM 704-825-4490 Join Angie on this journey to unplug, slow down, and reconnect with yourself and the natural world around you. Forest Bathing (also known as the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku) invites you to explore the natural world using your five senses. This is not a hike or naturalist walk; it’s a meditative, guided wander in nature. And there’s a growing body of scientific knowledge that demonstrates the benefits of spending time in nature like this, as a wellness practice and as an effective way to manage stress. Benefits include: · Boosting your immune system through inhaling phytoncides, essential oils emitted by trees, plus other beneficial microscopic particles that are stirred up as you walk · Reducing blood pressure, respiration, and heart rate · Reducing stress, improving mood, increasing energy, and improving sleep · Increased capacity for empathy and kindness (self and others) · Increased ability to think strategically (“Executive Thinking”) · Increased ability to think more creatively (“Original Thoughts”) Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothes and shoes for walking on uneven surfaces along dirt or gravel covered trails and for sitting down on grass, pine needles, or bare dirt. Bring a hat, sunglasses, layers, or rain gear. Please check the weather as we forest bathe in sun, rain, wind, or snow. Sunscreen and/or bug spray might be appropriate, too. Bring your own water and snacks if needed and a small backpack to carry these personal items. Your guide will have small sit pads available for you to use or you can bring your own yoga mat, towel, or blanket. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >