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September 30, 2026 Open Mic Night Learn More Muddy River Distillery Venue Info 250 S Main St, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USA 1:00 PM Time: - 4:00 PM 704-820-8001 Join us every Wednesday for a lively and welcoming Open Mic Night! Whether you're a musician, poet, comedian, or any other kind of performer, this is your chance to showcase your talent in front of a friendly audience. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

September 10, 2026 River Jam Trail Race Learn More Whitewater Center Venue Info 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28214, USA 7:00 PM Time: - 6:59 PM 704-391-3900 Take your weekday run off-road in this 5k-ish/10k-ish trail race on the second Thursday of every month from May through September. https://whitewater.org/race/river-jam-trail-race/ < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 3, 2026 Author Event: Lois Lowry & Scott Reintgen Learn More Belmont Bookshop Venue Info 7 N Main St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 12:30 PM Time: - 3:30 PM 704-461-8060 Please join us in welcoming beloved historical and dystopian fiction (and millennial cult favorite) author Lois Lowry to Belmont! Lois will be joined in conversation with Scott Reintgen, master of fantasy and adventure. We simply cannot wait to host this dynamic duo in Belmont, NC!Lois Lowry is the author of more than fifty books for children and young adults, including the New York Times bestselling "The Giver", Giver Quartet, and the popular Anastasia Krupnik series. She has received countless honors, among them the Boston Globe–Horn Book Award, the Dorothy Canfield Fisher Award, and the Mark Twain Award. She received Newbery Medals for two of her novels, "Number the Stars" and "The Giver". Scott Reintgen is a former public school teacher from North Carolina. When he’s not writing, he uses his imagination to entertain his wife, Katie, and their three children. Scott is the New York Times bestselling author of the Waxways series, the Nyxia trilogy, the Dragonships series ("The Last Dragon on Mars") , and the Celia Cleary series for younger readers. IMPORTANT DETAILS:The event location is TBD and will be announced shortly. Doors to the event will open at 4:30pm with the event beginning at 5:30pm. Please note that there are multiple ticket types available for purchase. All prices include admission and one (1) copy of the book "Building 903" (physical book provided at check-in) . $25.00: Admission for 1 person + 1 hardcover book$30.00: Admission for 2 people + 1 shared hardcover book PLEASE NOTE: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! There is a 3 book max per person cap for the signing line. In the interest of time, personalizations may be limited to one book. Attendees will not be permitted to take their own photographs in the signing line. Belmont Bookshop staff will be taking candid photographs, which will be available on our website a few days after the event. Food and beverages will not be allowed in the venue so please plan accordingly. Unopened water bottles are permitted. 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 Wandering Cup or 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 11, 2026 Singer/Songwriter Open Mic Learn More The Rooster Venue Info 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 >

October 21, 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 >

September 21, 2026 Listen & Move @ Belmont Learn More Belmont Public Library Venue Info 125 N Central Ave, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 5:30 AM Time: - 5:50 AM 704-461-8272 Join us for 20 minutes of music and movement to help hone those listening skills and promote muscle development and healthy activity. Adults and caregivers are encouraged to participate with their little ones. This program is appropriate for 2-4 year old children. Stories/books are not presented in this program. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 16, 2026 Learn Grow Play Learn More Mauney Memorial Library Venue Info 100 S Piedmont Ave, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA 5:00 AM Time: - 6:30 AM 704-739-2371 Learn through play and enjoy stories, songs, and a take-home craft with Miss Liliana! The program begins with one hour of play, followed by 30 minutes of storytime and songs. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 28, 2026 Preschool Story Time @ Belmont Learn More Belmont Public Library Venue Info 125 N Central Ave, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 5:30 AM Time: - 6:00 AM 704-461-8272 Join us for stories, music, and movement. Books presented in this program are specifically selected for ages 3-5 years. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 21, 2026 Treehouse Story Time Learn More Belmont Bookshop Venue Info 7 N Main St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 5:30 AM Time: - 6:30 AM 704-461-8060 Join us for story time in the Treehouse! We offer weekly story time in our Treehouse reading nook. Complimentary and open to the public, it's hosted by Belmont Bookshop teammates or volunteers. Story Time usually lasts about 15-20 minutes, depending on the crowd. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Fairfield Inn and Suites Belmont 1 Caldwell Dr. Mount Holly 704-317-2777 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Dutchmans Creek Greenway 300 North River Street, Mount Holly, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved, Gravel Easy 0.6 miles, One Way Mount Holly Linear Park Trail 400 East Central Avenue, Mount Holly, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy .3 Miles One Way A & E Riverfront Trail 231 Broome St, Mount Holly, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 1.5 Miles One Way Fairfield Inn and Suites Belmont Our brand new, state of the art property is conveniently located right off of Interstate 85! You can feel right at home with the small town feel of Belmont, but still enjoy the fast pace of the big city, just minutes from our front door! The Gastonia Community attracts businesses and industries looking to locate or expand, and area businesses include Duke Energy Training Center, Daimler Trucks North America, Georgia Pacific, Pharr Yarns, Wix Filtration, Eaton, and CaroMont Health! Our hotel is great for business groups with our complimentary breakfast, fitness center, and ample meeting space! Come with your family to the US National White Water Center, Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens, McAdenville - Christmastown USA, Belmont Abbey College, Charlotte Premium Outlets, and Carowinds! With tons to do and see, Belmont is truly the best place to be! • 2 Meeting rooms • Total event space – 1,120 sq. ft. • Capacity of largest space – 100 guests MORE IN: Mount Holly 01/19 - 01/23 Ransom Hunter Park 325 W Glendale Ave. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 We Kan Go Play 226 S Main St. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 The Holland Wine Bar & Restaurant 100 N Main St. Learn More

December 19, 2026 Conversational Spanish @ Belmont Learn More Belmont Public Library Venue Info 125 N Central Ave, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 6:00 AM Time: - 7:00 AM 704-461-8272 Join us for Conversational Spanish with Ana Martinez and brush up on your Spanish language skills. All ages and skill levels are welcome. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

November 10, 2026 Aerobics/Silver Sneakers/Chair Yoga Learn More Allan Farris Community Center Venue Info 123 W Pennsylvania Ave, Bessemer City, NC 28016, USA 4:00 AM Time: - 5:00 AM 704-629-5111 < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >