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October 16, 2026 Perfect Pairing Book Club: October Learn More Belmont Bookshop Venue Info 7 N Main St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 1:30 PM Time: - 3:00 PM 704-461-8060 A Book Club for Wine & Cheese Lovers?! Sign us up!This book club was so popular last year, we have increased the numbers of events! Every other month, we pair great books with experts in wine (oh, and cheese!) . At this book club, we meet to discuss the book while also completing a tasting of different wines and cheeses that compliment what we just read!Tickets include wine tasting, cheese pairing and a copy of the book. October's Pairing:Book: The Monster of Florence by Douglas Preston & Mario SpeziWine Vendor: TBDIn 2000, Douglas Preston fulfilled a dream to move his family to Italy. Then he discovered that the olive grove in front of their 14th century farmhouse had been the scene of the most infamous double-murders in Italian history, committed by a serial killer known as the Monster of Florence. Preston, intrigued, meets Italian investigative journalist Mario Spezi to learn more. This is the true story of their search for--and identification of--the man they believe committed the crimes, and their chilling interview with him. And then, in a strange twist of fate, Preston and Spezi themselves become targets of the police investigation. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 20, 2026 October Blind Date Book Club (#1, #2, #3) Learn More Belmont Bookshop Venue Info 7 N Main St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 2:00 PM Time: - 3:00 PM 704-461-8060 It's like a "traditional" book club, but with a twist: you have no idea what you're about to read. We curate the books and give you hints to help in your selection. After you reveal your choice, take some time to read and savor the book. Then, your other "blind date bookers" will gather to discuss and get to know one another! Books  Surprises  Community    Blind Date with a Book Club Book This Month's Theme: tbd PLEASE NOTE:Books #1, #2, & #3 will be meeting on Tuesday, October 20Books #4 #5, & #6 will be meeting on Wednesday, October 21 < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Gaston County Parks and Rec HEADQUARTERS Gaston County Parks and Rec 1303 Dallas Cherryville Highway, Dallas, NC 28034 704-922-2160 704-922-2160 Learn More Gaston County Parks and Rec The mission of Gaston County Parks and Recreation is to acquire, develop, maintain, and manage parks; efficiently manage public resources, and provide opportunities for citizens to participate in wholesome leisure activities. The County Parks and Recreation Department plans, develops, and maintains parks, and provides an array of organized activities to help meet the leisure needs of the citizens of the County. The Department is maintaining manages multiple parks in the county. The most recent additions to the park system include the South Fork River Park, the second phase of George Poston Park, and Pearl Henderson Park. The Department also provides technical assistance to municipalities and other organized groups throughout the County in the design and construction of recreation facilities and the development of recreational programs. The County's parks and recreational programs are open to all citizens of the County regardless of age, sex, race, or economic status. Recreation is an important contributor to building sound physical and mental health, to molding good citizenship and character, and to reducing crime and delinquency. The park system makes our community a more attractive and desirable place for homeowners, businesses, and industry. For more information about the Parks and Recreation Department please contact their office. Open: Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm More Affiliates To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key.

September 12, 2026 Open Gallery Learn More Arts on the Greenway Venue Info 500 E Central Ave, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USA 6:00 AM Time: - 11:00 AM 704-951-7474 Join us at Arts on the Greenway every Saturday for open gallery hours! Drop in to meet our talented local artists, chat about their work, and browse our unique collection of art and handcrafted gifts. Support local art and find something special! < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

November 23, 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 >

April 5, 2027 Easter Brunch Buffet Learn More Traust Brewing Venue Info 128 S Main St, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USA 7:30 AM Time: - 10:00 AM 833-566-5563 🌸🐣 Easter Brunch at Traust Brewing 🐣🌸Skip the stress and gather your crew for a delicious Easter Brunch Buffet loaded with tasty treats!✨ Come hungry. Leave hoppy. Adults: $20Kids (Under 12) : $12📅 Sunday, April 5th⏰ 12:30 PM📍 128 South Main St, Mount Holly NC 28120Bring the family and make it a Traust tradition. 🥂__________________________BUY TICKETS🟥Adults Tickets🟥🟥Kids (Under 12) Tickets🟥__________________________ < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

May 25, 2027 Morbidly Curious Book Club Learn More Belmont Bookshop Venue Info 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: "Captain's Dinner: A Shipwreck, An Act of Cannibalism, and a Murder Trial That Changed Legal History" by Adam CohenClick 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 >

Patriot Jacks 832 E King St. Kings Mountain (704) 739-2989 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Kings Mountain Gateway Trail 807 South Battleground Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Gravel Moderate, Easy, Advanced 4.80 miles, One Way Rail Trail Loop 807 South Battleground Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Gravel Easy .7 Miles Kings Mountain Nature Trail 1277 Park Rd, Blacksburg, SC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 1.2 mile loop Turnback Trail 522 Park Drive, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy, Moderate 1.2-mile, One way Kings Mountain State Park Trail 1277 Park Rd, Clover, SC 29710, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Moderate 3.1 Miles One Way Cardio Hill Trail 807 South Battleground Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Gravel Moderate 0.4 Miles One Way Living History Farm Trail 1577 Park Rd, Blacksburg, SC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 1.5 miles Kings Mountain Hiking Trail Kings Mountain State Park, Park Road, Blacksburg, SC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Moderate 16 mile loop Crowders Mountain Trail 4611 Linwood Rd, Gastonia, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface, Boardwalk, Gravel Moderate 2.5 miles, One Way Ridgeline Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Drive, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface, Gravel Advanced 8 Miles One Way Plateau Loop 807 South Battleground Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved, Gravel Moderate 1.70 miles, One Way Kings Mountain Horse Trail 1277 Park Rd, Blacksburg, SC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy, Moderate 30+ mile loop Kings Mountain Battlefield Trail 2300 Park Road, Blacksburg, SC 29702, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved, Walking Moderate 1.5 Mile Loop Backside Trail 4611 Linwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Gravel Advanced 0.50 miles, One Way Kings Mountain to Town via Sidewalk 807 S Battleground Ave, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Sidewalk, Paved Easy 2.1 miles, One Way Patriot Jacks Patriot Jacks is situated at the foothills of Kings Mountain State Park and the Kings Mountain Gateway Trails. It is conveniently close to both Crowder's Mountain State Park and South Mountain State Park. At Patriot Jack's, you can find a diverse selection of outdoor equipment, apparel, and accessories, featuring renowned brands such as Yeti, Patagonia, Kavu, and Costa. MORE IN: Kings Mountain 01/19 - 01/23 Deal Park 211 N. Cleveland Ave. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Kings Mountain RV Resort 241 Battleground Rd. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 The Yard Sports Facility 811 Floyd St. Learn More

May 31, 2027 LEGO® Club @ Main Learn More Gaston County Library Main Branch Venue Info 1555 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 11:00 AM Time: - 11:45 AM 704-868-2164 Sharpen your creativity, fine motor, and problem solving skills while having fun building with LEGO®! This drop-in program is appropriate for Pre-K through Grade 5. All LEGO® will be provided. https://gastonlibrary.org/calendar.aspx?EID=8684 < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

September 15, 2026 Twisted Stitchers Embroidery Club Learn More Lucile Tatum Center Venue Info 959 Osceola St, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 1:00 PM Time: - 3:00 PM 704-922-0301 Learn more about Gaston County Extension & Community Association's (ECA) newest specialty interest group, the Twisted Stitchers. This small group enjoys embroidery and is open to the public. Learn more by contacting Linda J. Minges at linda_minges@ncsu. edu or 704. 866. 3607. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

December 12, 2026 Cherryville's Christmas Parade Learn More Cherryville's Gazebo Mini-Park Venue Info 219 E Main St, Cherryville, NC, USA 12:00 PM Time: - Join the fun at the annual downtown Cherryville Christmas Parade. < 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 >