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June 29, 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: "Medical Apartheid: The Dark History of Medical Experimentation on Black Americans from Colonial Times to the Present" by Click 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 >

September 8, 2026 Oasis in Space Learn More The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium Venue Info 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 2:00 PM Time: - 3:00 PM 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 10, 2026 LEGO® Jr. @ Main Learn More Gaston County Library Main Branch Venue Info 1555 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 5:50 AM Time: - 6:10 AM 704-868-2164 Join us for LEGO® Jr. @ Main! Little builders can explore creativity, teamwork, and imagination through fun LEGO® activities designed for young learners. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

September 13, 2026 SUNDAY FUNDAY Learn More Kates Skating Rink Venue Info 1151 Skating Rink Dr, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 8:00 AM Time: - 12:00 PM 704-864-7007 Sunday Funday at Kate’s Skating Rink is the perfect way to wrap up the weekend with classic family fun and high-energy vibes. Lace up your skates and hit the rink for an afternoon filled with music, laughter, and nonstop motion. Whether you’re a first-timer finding your balance or a seasoned skater showing off your moves, Sunday Funday offers a relaxed, feel-good atmosphere for all ages. It’s a nostalgic Gastonia favorite that brings friends, families, and visitors together—one lap at a time. < 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 >

December 20, 2026 Maki Taco Food Truck Learn More Veronét Vineyards And Winery Venue Info 1549 Ike Brooks Dr, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA 7:00 AM Time: - 12:30 PM info@veronetwine.com Asian fusion food truck, featuring Japanese Hibachi and Asian style tacos. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

December 13, 2026 SUNDAY FUNDAY Learn More Kates Skating Rink Venue Info 1151 Skating Rink Dr, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 8:00 AM Time: - 12:00 PM 704-864-7007 Sunday Funday at Kate’s Skating Rink is the perfect way to wrap up the weekend with classic family fun and high-energy vibes. Lace up your skates and hit the rink for an afternoon filled with music, laughter, and nonstop motion. Whether you’re a first-timer finding your balance or a seasoned skater showing off your moves, Sunday Funday offers a relaxed, feel-good atmosphere for all ages. It’s a nostalgic Gastonia favorite that brings friends, families, and visitors together—one lap at a time. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 7, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Women's Volleyball vs Converse Learn More Belmont Abbey Athletics Venue Info Belmont, NC, USA 1:00 PM Time: - 3:00 PM 704-461-6693 Belmont Abbey College Women's Volleyball vs Converse Streaming Video: http://www.conferencecarolinasdn.com/abbeyathletics < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

September 5, 2026 PostCHAOS "On Silver Wings" Album Launch Learn More The Rooster Venue Info 344 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA 2:30 PM Time: - 6:30 PM 704-616-0291 Charlotte-based PostCHAOS is dropping a new album "On Silver Wings" and we are helping them celebrate with an Album Launch Party with support from some amazing NC-based bands:PostCHAOS (Charlotte, NC) Nobody Blink (Charlotte, NC) We Rise To Fall (Asheboro, NC) Hellen's Bridge (Clyde, NC) Tickets are $13 in advance, $18 day of showDoors: 6pm, Show: 7:30pmAll Ages < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

September 9, 2026 Lexington Legends at 2026 Gastonia Ghost Peppers Learn More CaroMont Health Park Venue Info 800 W Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA 1:00 PM Time: - 2:00 PM 980-415-2255 Step into the excitement of Atlantic League baseball as the Gastonia Ghost Peppers take on the competition at Caromont Health Park in the heart of downtown Gastonia! Watch top-tier professional talent battle it out in a high-energy, fan-friendly atmosphere where every pitch brings the crowd to life. Make a night of it by exploring downtown Gastonia before or after the game, with local restaurants, breweries, and shops just steps from the stadium. From first pitch to final out, a Ghost Peppers game is the perfect mix of thrilling baseball and vibrant downtown fun. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 10, 2026 Movies in the Park - Hotel Transylvania Learn More Stowe Park in Belmont Venue Info 24 S Main St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 2:00 PM Time: - 3:00 PM 704-825-5586 BELMONT PART 2! Join us select Saturday nights through the end of November for FREE outdoor movies at Stowe Park in Downtown Belmont Fall/Holiday Line-up: 8/15 • Homeward Bound • 8 PM 8/29 • Jurassic Park • 8 PM 9/12 • The Lego Movie • 8 PM 9/19 • James and the Giant Peach - 7:30 PM 10/10 • Hotel Transylvania • 7 PM 10/31 • Hocus Pocus • 7 PM 11/7 • Paddington • 7 PM 11/21 • The Muppet Christmas Carol • 6 PM 11/28 • The Grinch (2018) • 6 PM What to expect Big Screen Experience Immersive Sound Retro Arcade Games Movie Concessions Bring Your Own Chair 24 S. Main Street Belmont, NC See you all soon for another magical Holiday Season of movies under the stars! < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

September 3, 2026 ECA Monthly Club Mtg Learn More Gaston County Cooperative Center Venue Info Dallas, NC, USA 1:00 PM Time: - 2:30 PM 704-922-0301 This is the monthly meeting of the Gaston County Extension & Community Association (ECA). To learn more or contact 704.866.3607 or linda_minges@ncsu.edu < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >