December 11, 2026 Live Music with Alex Wolfe Learn More Venue Info Confluence South Fork 117 Center St, Cramerton, NC 28032, USA 2:00 PM Time: - 4:00 PM 704-879-4175 Hailing from the Carolinas, Alex J. Wolfe is a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and performer whose sound blends country, blues, and more into something that reflects the big pot of gumbo that America is. A seasoned live performer, Wolfe has taken the stage at notable venues including the House of Blues Myrtle Beach and Furman University Auditorium in his times as a hired-gun lead guitarist. He has also opened for acclaimed artists such as Drake White and performed at Marcus King’s induction into the South Carolina Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame. Wolfe’s musicianship sets him apart, not only as a songwriter but as a true craftsman in the studio. On his debut EP, Ain’t Hard to Satisfy, he performed every instrument, showcasing a wide-ranging skill set and a clear artistic vision. He continued that hands-on approach with his latest EP, Kudzu, directing collaborators and further refining his sound. With a style that bridges timely sounds of the past and present, Alex J. Wolfe continues to carve out his place in music. ~ SpotifyListen here. { --stroke-style: none;--stroke-thickness: 2px; --tweak-text-block-stroke-color: hsla(var(--black-hsl) , 1) ; } .sqs-html-content { --tweak-text-block-padding: 6% 6% 6% 6%; --tweak-text-block-padding: initial; } { mix-blend-mode: var(--tweak-text-block-blend ) ; border-radius: var(--tweak-text-block-radius) ; } { --tweak-text-block-radius: 0px 0px 0px 0px; } { --tweak-text-block-blend : normal; } { --blur-value: blur(15px) ;} @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { .sqs-html-content { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { } { --opacity: 100%; --translate-x: 0px; --translate-y: 0px; --rotation: 0deg; --scale-x: 100%; --scale-y: 100%; --skew-x: 0deg; --skew-y: 0deg; --origin-x: 50%; --origin-y: 50%; --block-transform: none; opacity: var(--opacity, 1) ; transform: var(--block-transform) ; transform-origin: var(--origin-x) var(--origin-y) ; } < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Belmont Bookshop 7 N Main St. Belmont 704-461-8060 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP Author Event: Natalia Hernandez October 13, 2026 Learn More Poetry Night & Open Mic October 14, 2026 Learn More Board Game Night October 15, 2026 Learn More Perfect Pairing Book Club: October October 16, 2026 Learn More October Blind Date Book Club (#4, #5, #6) October 21, 2026 Learn More Calligraphy Class October 22, 2026 Learn More Art, Actually Book Club October 13, 2026 Learn More Treehouse Story Time October 14, 2026 Learn More Books on Broadway: The Great Gatsby October 15, 2026 Learn More October Blind Date Book Club (#1, #2, #3) October 20, 2026 Learn More Treehouse Story Time October 21, 2026 Learn More Story Time with Leigh Anne Carter October 24, 2026 Learn More MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Duke Kimbrell Trail Seven Oaks Trail - New Hope Trailhead, 6900 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Moderate 3.45 miles, One Way This trail is 3.1 miles and consists of natural and… Expand + Belmont Bookshop Belmont Bookshop, a family-owned store in Gaston County, NC, is a community-oriented haven for book lovers. Beyond a curated collection of captivating books, this charming bookstore offers a delightful array of curiosities. More than just a place to shop, Belmont Bookshop is a cultural hub where locals gather to share their love for literature and engage in meaningful discussions. With a warm ambiance and personalized service, it stands as a beacon of literary delight in the heart of Gaston County. MORE IN: Belmont 01/19 - 01/23 Barefoot Oasis at Camelot Meadows Armstrong Rd. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 The Wilson House N. Central Ave. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Catawba River Antique Mall 406 Catawba St. Learn More

March 10, 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 >

Mint Museum Uptown 500 S Tryon St. Charlotte 704-337-2000 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP EVENT DETAILS Craft & Design Mint Museum Uptown This collection celebrates moments of artistic and design excellence in the areas of glass, fiber art, metal, studio jewelry, design, studio furniture, wood art,… Expand + Craft and Design EVENT DETAILS Decorative Arts Mint Museum Uptown Perhaps more than any other art form, decorative arts have the remarkable power to connect with us almost instantaneously. You may not own a 17th-century… Expand + Decorative Art EVENT DETAILS Mint Around Town The Mint Museum’s collection extends well beyond museum walls. For many decades, the Mint has kept its commitment to sharing its art with the larger community. From… Expand + Mint Around Town EVENT DETAILS European Art An inspiring selection of fine and decorative European arts from The Mint Museum’s permanent collection. This installation features an inspiring selection of fine and decorative European arts from… Expand + European Art EVENT DETAILS Heritage Gallery From its inception as the first art museum in North Carolina in 1936, The Mint Museum has been an innovator and leader, a theme illustrated in the inaugural… Expand + Heritage Gallery EVENT DETAILS Constellation CLT Mint Museum Uptown Constellation CLT is an exhibition series designed to connect visitors with artists in our community, as well as activate the public spaces of the museum. Expand + Constellation CLT EVENT DETAILS Craft in the Laboratory The Science of Making Things Craft in the Laboratory: The Science of Making Things is the first installation in the Southeast to explore how craft artists… Expand + Craft in the Laboratory EVENT DETAILS Modern and Contemporary Contemporary Art is the art of our time; art that is recent, new or existing now, or art that reflects diverse societal values, identities, and pertinent issues… Expand + Modern and Contemporary EVENT DETAILS Special Collections Special Collections from the Museum Library and Archives The Special Collections of The Mint Museum Library and Archives encompass publications and materials ranging from the 17th century to… Expand + Special Collections EVENT DETAILS Mint5pace Mint Museum Uptown An opportunity designed for artists and curators to bring their visions to life in a museum exhibition space. In an effort to activate all available space… Expand + Mint5pace EVENT DETAILS American Art The Mint Museum’s collection of American Art includes paintings, unique works on paper, prints, sculpture, and photographs created from the Colonial Era through the Second World War. Within… Expand + American Art EVENT DETAILS Art of the Ancient Americas The ancient New World, one of the illustrious cradles of human civilization, is featured at The Mint Museum, the wide-ranging collection showcasing more than 2,500… Expand + Art of the Ancient Americas EVENT DETAILS Ten Ten Ten Ten of the world’s most innovative artists created works especially for The Mint Museum, demonstrating spectacular examples of glass, jewelry, furniture, fiber art, ceramics, metalwork, carved wood,… Expand + Ten Ten Ten MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Mint Museum Uptown Located in the heart of Charlotte’s burgeoning city center, Mint Museum Uptown is an integral part of the Levine Center for the Arts, a cultural campus that includes the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, the Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts and Culture, the Knight Theater, and the Duke Energy Center. Mint Museum Uptown also features a wide range of visitor amenities, including the 240-seat James B. Duke Auditorium, the Lewis Family Gallery, art studios, a restaurant, and a museum store. MORE IN: Charlotte 01/19 - 01/23 Ovens Auditorium 2900 E Independence Blvd. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Carolina Adventure Guides Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Bojangles Entertaiment Complex 2700 E Independance Ave. Learn More

November 25, 2026 Preschool Storytime @ 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 For children 3-6 years old Join us for stories, songs and an interactive fun time for the littles! https://gastonlibrary.org/calendar.aspx?EID=8719 < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

December 12, 2026 Christmas on Piedmont Ave Learn More Venue Info Kings Mountain Historical Museum Kings Mountain, NC, USA 7:00 PM Time: - 8:00 PM 704-739-1019 KMHM's 2nd Annual Christmas on Piedmont Ave. in partnership with Nutty for Nutcrackers & Rebel Panda Studio < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Pete's Grill 124 N Main St. Stanley 704-263-1311 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Demonstration Trail 200 Gobbler Wy, Stanley, NC 28164, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy .25 Mile Loblolly Loop Trail 200 Gobbler Wy, Stanley, NC 28164, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 1.35 mile loop Harvest Hill Trail 200 Gobbler Wy, Stanley, NC 28164, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy .75 Mile Trails at Harpers Park 301 Blacksnake Road, Stanley, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Walking Easy Talking Tree Trail 200 Gobbler Wy, Stanley, NC 28164, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy .85 Mile Pete's Grill Pete's Grill stands as a quintessential American restaurant, offering a welcoming haven for locals and visitors alike. Open Monday through Friday, this establishment on Main Street invites patrons to experience the comforting flavors of classic American cuisine in a casual and friendly setting. With its unassuming exterior and warm interior, Pete's Grill is a go-to spot for those seeking a hearty and satisfying meal. The menu boasts a diverse array of American favorites, from mouthwatering burgers and sandwiches to savory entrees that cater to a variety of tastes. Whether patrons are stopping by for a quick lunch or a leisurely dinner, Pete's Grill promises a dining experience characterized by flavorful dishes, attentive service, and a laid-back ambiance. As a cherished fixture in Stanley, NC, Pete's Grill continues to be a reliable destination for those craving the familiar and comforting allure of American comfort food throughout the workweek. MORE IN: Stanley 01/19 - 01/23 Oliv + Oak Coffee 301 Hwy 27 S Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Sweet Shananigans 116 S Main St. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Stanley Kitchen Family Restaurant 106 Mariposa Rd. Learn More

November 15, 2026 Barrel Bites Food Truck Learn More Venue Info Veronét Vineyards And Winery 1549 Ike Brooks Dr, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA 7:00 AM Time: - 12:30 PM info@veronetwine.com Barrel Bites will be serving delicious American and Peruvian inspired foods. We have smash burgers, Peruvian nachos, mac & cheese, and Pimento Cheese flat bread. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Rail Trail Loop in Gaston County, North Carolina Rail Trail Loop < Previous ALL TRAILS Next > This short flat, gravel trail loop, built on an old rail bed leads you to the other trail heads at this location and offers views of the quarry. Location 807 S Battleground Ave. .7 Miles Easy Best Use Surface Distance Difficulty Gravel Walking, Hiking, Biking Kings Mountain Button Button Kings Mountain Kings Mountain is home to comfortable climates, top-notch educational institutions, healthcare facilities, recreational opportunities and friendly people. Whether you are interested in outdoor recreation, the arts, dining and shopping, business and industry, education or healthcare, we have it all right here in Kings Mountain. Special events provide Kings Mountain residents and visitors with year-round family-style entertainment, by producing and promoting free festivals and city-wide holiday celebrations. Hike These Trails Located Close By Rail Trail Loop Gravel Easy .7 Miles This gravel loop trail leads to the other trailheads and is built on an old rail bed. LEARN MORE Rail Trail Loop Gravel Easy .7 Miles This gravel loop trail leads to the other trailheads and is built on an old rail bed. LEARN MORE Rail Trail Loop Gravel Easy .7 Miles This gravel loop trail leads to the other trailheads and is built on an old rail bed. LEARN MORE

Trivia Thursdays Hall of Dinosaurs FIND IT The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium 1500 E Garrison Blvd. Gastonia Visit one of the largest dinosaur exhibits in the Carolinas, with 4,200 square feet of real fossils, interactive learning experiences, and full-bodied cast specimens of T. rex, Triceratops, Stegosaurus, and more. Exhibit Highlights Include: Full-bodied prehistoric skeleton casts Authentic dinosaur fossils, including an Edmontosaurus that displays healed wounds from a T. rex attack Stegasaurus, Triceratops, Apatosaurus , and MANY MORE of your favorite dinosaurs Specimens unique to the Southeast, including Appalachiosaurus , the East Coast T. rex The return of The Schiele’s iconic T. rex in a whole new display LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT Also Worth Seeing Hall of Dinosaurs The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium LEARN MORE The Turnings A Cycle of American Time Gaston County Museum LEARN MORE When Are We US Gaston County Museum LEARN MORE Hoffman's Farm to Friends Gaston County Museum LEARN MORE

Belmont to Cramerton Sidewalk Connector in Gaston County, North Carolina Belmont to Cramerton Sidewalk Connector < Previous ALL TRAILS Next > [object Object] Location 24 S Main St. 1.3 Miles Easy Best Use Surface Distance Difficulty Sidewalk Walking Belmont Button Button Belmont Visitors to Gaston County in North Carolina will find the town of Belmont located just south of I-85 at exit 27 . The downtown is located just off of the Catawba River and is the closest town in the county to Charlotte, NC. Hike These Trails Located Close By Belmont to Cramerton Sidewalk Connector Sidewalk Easy 1.3 Miles Starts at Stowe Park in Belmont and connects almost to Cramerton. LEARN MORE Belmont to Cramerton Sidewalk Connector Sidewalk Easy 1.3 Miles Starts at Stowe Park in Belmont and connects almost to Cramerton. LEARN MORE Belmont to Cramerton Sidewalk Connector Sidewalk Easy 1.3 Miles Starts at Stowe Park in Belmont and connects almost to Cramerton. LEARN MORE

October 14, 2026 Zipline & Dine Learn More Venue Info Whitewater Center 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28214, USA 7:00 PM Time: - 8:00 PM 704-391-3900 Soar through the trees on a thrilling zipline adventure, then enjoy a delicious meal to complete the experience. Zipline & Dine combines outdoor adventure with a relaxing dining experience. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >