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December 24, 2026 Work on Your P.H.D - Projects Half Done Learn More Gaston County Cooperative Center Venue Info Dallas, NC, USA 5:00 AM Time: - 11:00 AM 704-922-0301 Join the Quiltmakers and work on your P.H.D - Projects Half Done! This is an informal monthly event held on the 4th Thursday of the month, where you can bring your incomplete projects and work on them together! For more information, contact Linda J. Minges - llinda_minges@ncsu.edu or 704-866-3607 < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

September 19, 2026 Flow Fest Live Music: Dangermuffin Learn More Whitewater Center Venue Info 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28214, USA 2:00 PM Time: - 3:00 PM 704-391-3900 Join us for Flow Fest Live Music, featuring performances by the talented bands Dangermuffin and Taylor Winchester. Experience an unforgettable night filled with great music and vibrant energy as these artists showcase their unique sounds. Don't miss this chance to enjoy live performances in an exciting festival atmosphere! < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

September 3, 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 >

July 12, 2027 Beginner Crochet Class at Whiskerville! Learn More Whiskerville Kitty Cat Cafe Venue Info 508 Beaty Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 10:00 AM Time: - 12:00 PM 704-812-8417 Have you been wanting to learn how to crochet? Now is your chance! Join us for BEGINNER CROCHET CLASS and learn the basics, including chains, single and double crochet stitches. No experience needed, sign up and come try something new! All materials provided. Ages 8 and up are welcome to sign up. Reserve your seat now. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

September 5, 2026 Chess Free Play Learn More Belmont Bookshop Venue Info 7 N Main St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 7:00 AM Time: - 8:15 AM (704) 461-8060 Join us for the Belmont Bookshop's 2nd Annual Literary Festival in Belmont, NC, on September 5th, 2026, during Labor Day Weekend. Experience a holiday filled with family entertainment, author conversations, a chess tournament, live theater performances, and much more! Participate in the Chess Free Play presented by the Gaston County Chess Club, where you can engage in casual, non-competitive games of chess with fellow attendees, including author Steve Sheinkin and World Chess Hall of Fame Grandmaster Maurice Ashley. Chess tables and boards will be available for free play, but registration is required on a first-come, first-served basis. Additionally, don’t miss Chess 101 with Maurice Ashley, where the first African American chess grandmaster will teach the basics of chess in a session suitable for all ages. Space is limited, so registration is required, with a small fee of $5 to help support Gaston County Chess Club’s equipment needs. Join us for a weekend of fun and learning! < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

December 22, 2026 Evening Family Storytime @ Main Learn More Gaston County Library Main Branch Venue Info 1555 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 1:00 PM Time: - 1:30 PM 704-868-2164 Bring the whole family for Evening Family Storytime @ Main ! Enjoy stories, songs, and fun activities together during this special evening program for all ages. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

December 9, 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 >

September 12, 2026 Open Studio Learn More A Little Bit of Art Venue Info 900 S Fork Village Dr g3, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 4:00 AM Time: - 12:00 PM 704-476-9882 Discover your creative side at A Little Bit of Art in beautiful Belmont! Open Studio is the perfect chance to relax, unwind, and create at your own pace. Whether you’re painting ceramics, canvas, or wood projects, making candles, or exploring other artistic mediums, there’s something fun for everyone—no experience needed. Walk-ins are welcome, and friendly instructors are available to guide you every step of the way. Grab your friends, bring your creativity, and enjoy a fun, inspiring atmosphere where you can make your own masterpiece. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

November 20, 2026 GASTONIA FAMILY SESSION Learn More Kates Skating Rink Venue Info 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 >

September 17, 2026 Oasis in Space Learn More The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium Venue Info 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 >

April 11, 2027 Burlesque Show Learn More Traust Brewing Venue Info 128 S Main St, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USA 4:00 PM Time: - 5:30 PM 833-566-5563 Shimmy & ShakeA Night of Classic Burlesque at Traust BrewingStep into the golden glow of Old Hollywood and join us for Shimmy & Shake, an elegant evening of classic burlesque celebrating glamour, sophistication, and the timeless art of the tease. On April 11th, Traust Brewing will be transformed into a sparkling cabaret where feathers, fringe, and vintage allure take center stage. Inspired by the dazzling showgirls and silver-screen sirens of Hollywood’s golden era, this carefully curated revue showcases a cast of captivating performers bringing classic burlesque traditions to life with style, wit, and a touch of decadence. Expect dazzling costumes, classic striptease, playful elegance, and an atmosphere steeped in vintage glamour. Whether you are a longtime lover of burlesque or discovering its magic for the first time, Shimmy & Shake invites you to sit back, sip something delicious, and indulge in a night of sophisticated mischief. Dress to impress and prepare for an unforgettable evening of sparkle, charm, and timeless tease. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 6, 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 >