June 2017

June 29-July 4

Faith 4th of July. Six days of entertainment. Largest Independence Day celebration in NC. faith4th.com

June 30, 7 p.m.

Charlotte Symphony Independence Day Celebration. Village Park, Kannapolis. Free. kannapolisnc.gov

June 30, 7 p.m. 

Pickin’ for the Master. Concert followed by open jam session. Trading Ford Baptist Church, 3600 Long Ferry Road. 704-633-5986, www.tradingford.net

June 30

2017 Southeast Thresher’s Reunion and Pageant. Denton FarmPark.

June 30-July 4, 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

Denton Antiques Festival. Annual festival at Harrison Park in downtown Denton. Info at 336-859-4231.

 

July 2017

July 1, 7-9 p.m.

Music At The Mill. Bring a chair. China Grove Roller Mill, 308 Main St.

July 1, 8 a.m.

Salisbury Rowan Runners Shiloh Run for the Greenway 5K. Shiloh Reformed Church of Faith, 100 S. Main St. Benefits youth & adult mission work. salisburyrowanrunners.org

July 2

International Joke Day

July 3 

Stay out of the Sun Day

July 4, 5 p.m.

Charlotte Motor Speedway July 4 Fireworks Extravaganza. Concord Pkwy, S. Concord. Fourth of July fireworks show. $8 adults, children under 13 free. charlottemotorspeedway.com, 1-800-455-FANS

July 5

Workaholics Day

July 6

Fried Chicken Day

July 7

Macaroni Day

Jul 7, 8:30 p.m.

Kannapolis Movies in the Park: SING. www.kannapolisnc.gov/Community/Calendar

July 8, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

32 Annual Firecracker Hamfest.  Ham Radio Festival. Civic Center, 315 Martin Luther King Ave., South. $5 entry fee. www.rowanars.org/firecracker-hamfest

July 8, 8-10 p.m.

Skybound album release party. Ridge Railwalk, 421 N. Lee St. 704-754-8379, www.morganridgerailwalk.com

July 9, 5 p.m.

Reception and talk by Jenny Hubbard, author of the adaptation of Jane Austen’s “Pride & Prejudice” currently in rehearsal. The production is a collaboration with Lee Street and St. Thomas Players, and Center of Faith and the Arts. Held at Utzman-Chambers House.

July 10, 5:45-7:15 p.m.

Six-week yoga class. Center for Faith & the Arts, 207 W. Harrison St. Registration required. inspiredwellness@bellsouth.net, 704-637-1671,  www.faithart.org

Jul 13, 6 p.m.

Kannapolis Thursdays on Main- Evening Series. Blackwater Rhythm & Blue Band. www.kannapolisnc.gov/Community/Calendar

July 13-15, 20-22, 7:30 p.m.

“Bring it On.” Youth Theatre, Norvell Theatre, 135 E. Fisher St., 704-633-5471, www.PiedmontPlayers.com

July 14

Cow Appreciation Day

July 14, 6-9 p.m.

Gallery Opening and Artist Talk. “Hello My Name Is . . . ” Art by Doug Lail. Center For Faith & The Arts, Henderson St.

July 14, 6:30 p.m.

China Grove Farmers Day kickoff. Music in Hanna Park to kick off Saturday’s festival.

July 14, 7-10 p.m. 

Dance at Harold B. Jarrett Post 342. Music by deejay Lee Clark aka Rawhide. $10 admission. 1024 Lincolnton Road. Info 704-637-1722.

July 14, 7:35 p.m.

Family friendly professional wrestling. Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Annex. Tickets are $5-$35 at www.wsfairgrounds.com or www.ticketmaster.com

July 15, 8 a.m.

Run for the Greenway 5K at Knox Middle School, 1625 Park Road West. Benefits Salisbury Greenway projects. salisburyrowanrunners.org

July 15, 9 a.m.-11 p.m.

36th Annual Farmers Day Festival. Downtown China Grove. Over 200 colorful booths line Main Street. chinagrovenc.gov, 704-857-2466

July 15, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Goldmine Tall Tales & Ice Cream Contests. Come hear exaggerated tales and eat some delicious ice cream. Toastmasters sign up to participate. Guests are welcome. Info: call Tina at 330-705-5751 or Moses at 248-212-4658.

July 15, 7 p.m.

Kannapolis Concerts in the Park. On the Border (Trial by Fire.) www.kannapolisnc.gov/Community/Calendar

July 16

Ice Cream Day

July 17

Emoji Day

July 17-31

Jobs for Life Applications Available. First Baptist Church, 223 N. Fulton Street. Jobs for Life is a biblically based, character driven ministry to help people find values through meaningful work. Info for applications church office or download application, http://www.fbcsalisbury.org/ministries/jfl-menu-item.html.

July 19, 10 a.m.

Kannapolis Children’s Theater. Alice in Wonderland with Bright Star. www.kannapolisnc.gov/Community/Calendar

July 20

Lollipop Day

July 20-23, 27-29

“Pride and Prejudice,” adapted by Jenny Hubbard based on the book by Jane Austen. Lee Street theatre and Center for Faith & the Arts and St. Thomas Players production. 704-310-5507, leestreet.org

July 22, 7 p.m.

Kannapolis Stories Under the Stars. Piedmont Dance Ballet at Village Park. www.kannapolisnc.gov/Community/Calendar

July 22, 7 p.m.

Kannapolis Piedmont Dance Theatre Presents Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs. Village Park Amphitheater, 700 W. C Street. Free. Info: psmd1234@gmail.com, 704-971-2011 or piedmontdancetheatre.com/

July 23

Hot Dog Day

July 27, 6-8 p.m.

History on Tap.  Gallery 313, East Council Street. Contact Historic Salisbury Foundation, events@historicsalisbury.org, 704-636-0103, historicsalisbury.org/tours/preservation-awards-3

July 27-29, Aug. 2-5, 7:30 p.m. and July 30, 2:30 p.m.

“Tom Dick and Harry,” A Ray Cooney Comedy. Meroney Theater, 213 S. Main St., 704-633-5471, www.PiedmontPlayers.com

July 28-29

Carolina Picker Festival. Rowan County Fairgrounds. Antique vendors. Info: 704-232-6428, 704-223-0513.

July 29, 7:00 p.m.

Kannapolis Concerts in the Park. Too Much Sylvia. www.kannapolisnc.gov/Community/Calendar

July 29, 8 p.m.

Village Ghost Walk in Historic Gold Hill. Saint Stephens Church Road. www.goldhillnc.com

July 29, 9 a.m.-3 p.m

4th annual Rowan Chamber Dragon Boat Festival at the Shrine Club. High Rock Lake, 6480 Long Ferry Road. cdeese@rowanchamber.com, 704-633-4221, rowanchamberdragonboat.com

July 29, 11:59 p.m.

2 Day 5K. China Grove. Benefits SRHS & Carson HS Athletics. salisburyrowanrunners.org

July 30

Cheesecake Day

July 30, at 2 p.m.

Christmas in July: Lore of the Belsnickle, Santa’s Cranky Cousin.” A presentation by Dr. Gary R. Freeze, Professor of History at Catawba College. Mt. Pleasant, Society Hall. Admission $5.00. Members Free.

August 2017

Aug. 1-20

Communities In Schools “School Tools Drive.” 204 East Innes Street, Suite 240. ron@cisrowan.org, 704-797-0120, www.cisrowan.org

Aug. 2-5

NC Watermelon Festival in Murfreesboro. 32nd annual festival. Info 252-398-7695 or info@ncwatermelonfest.com

Aug. 3

Watermelon Day

Aug. 4

Champagne Day

Aug. 4, 6-8:30 p.m., August 5, 7 a.m.-12 p.m.

Indoor Yard Sale. First Baptist Church Ministry Center, 220 N. Fulton St. Food available 1 hour before and during sale. Proceeds to benefit Singled Out Missions and Jobs for Life Scholarship Fund.

Aug. 4 8:30 p.m.

Kannapolis Movies in the Park. Moana. www.kannapolisnc.gov/Community/Calendar

Aug 10, 11:30 a.m.

Kannapolis Thursdays on Main. Tim Clark Band. www.kannapolisnc.gov/Community/Calendar

Aug. 11

Son & Daughter Day

Aug. 12

International Youth Day

Aug. 12, 7 a.m.-1 p.m.

Carolina Swap and Show and Camaro cruise in. Since 1967. 600 Stadium Drive, Kannapolis. Carolinaswapandshow@yahoo.com, 704-267-5664

Aug. 12, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Responsible Dog Ownership, Understanding Your Dog. 1026 S. Fulton St. theresadognc@gmail.com, 704-754-2536, theresadog.com

Aug. 12, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

The art of seeing and drawing. Using Frederick Franck’s book, The Zen of Seeing- Drawing as Meditation. Center for Faith & the Arts, 207 W. Harrison St. Register at www.faithart.org, or info@faithart.org, or call 704-647-0999.

Aug 12, 7 p.m.

Kannapolis Concerts in the Park. Diamond Rio. www.kannapolisnc.gov/Community/Calendar

Aug. 13

Left Hander Day

Aug. 16

Tell A Joke Day

Aug. 16, 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Communities In Schools Volunteer Training. 204 East Innes Street. ron@cisrowan.org, 704-797-0210, cisrowan.org

Aug. 19

Woodleaf Tomato Festival. Unity Presbyterian Church, 885 Woodleaf Barber Rd., Cleveland. woodleaftomatofestival@yahoo.com, 704-278-4248, facebook.com/woodleaftomatofestival/

Aug. 19, 2 p.m.

Summer Cruise In. Historic Gold Hill, Saint Stephens Church Road. www.goldhillnc.com

Aug. 19, 2 p.m.

Toast of Kannapolis. www.kannapolisnc.gov/Community/Calendar

Aug. 19, 7 p.m.

Kannapolis Stories Under the Stars: Jason Frame. www.kannapolisnc.gov/Community/Calendar

Aug. 20, 6 p.m.

Blankets & Bluegrass, 226 South Jackson Street. Free. Bring your own picnic. Rowan’s best bluegrass musicians. Historic Salisbury Foundation. events@historicsalisbury.org, 704-636-0103, historicsalisbury.org/tours/blankets-and-bluegrass

Aug. 21

Great American Solar Eclipse. Total eclipse of the sun. Info at Astronomical Society of Rowan, www.astrowan.org

Aug. 21, 5-8:30 p.m., Aug. 24, 1-3:30 p.m., Aug. 28, 5-8:30 p.m. 

Jobs for Life Student Interviews. First Baptist Church, 223 N. Fulton Street. Jobs for Life is a biblically based ministry that equips the church to help people find values in meaningful work. Selected applicants will complete the interview process for the Jobs for Life program. 

Aug. 22, 5:30 p.m.

25th Anniversary Party Celebrating Leadership Rowan. FireWater Restaurant, 127 S Avalon Dr. Rowan Chamber of Commerce. cdeese@rowanchamber.com, 704-633-4221 rowanchamber.com/

50 years ago August 23, Hendrix’s debut album ‘Are You Experienced’ is released in the United States.

Aug. 24, 6-8 p.m.

History on Tap. Beacon Hall, 121 Ridge Avenue. Historic Salisbury Foundation. events@historicsalisbury.org, 704-636-0103, historicsalisbury.org/tours/preservation-awards-3

Aug. 24-26, Aug. 31-Sept. 2 at 7:30 p.m.

“The Dixie Swim Club.” Lee Street Theatre, 704-310-5507, leestreet.org

Aug. 25

Kiss and Make Up Day

Aug 31, 7:30 p.m.

Pops N Jazz Concert. City Tavern, 113 E. Fisher Street. Salisbury-Rowan Choral Society. lindavo@windstream.net, 704-796-9683, facebook.com/Salisbury.Rowan.Choral.Society/

Aug. 26

‘Bury Home Companion. Meroney Theatre, 213 S Main Street. Salisbury Symphony. jdharvey17@catawba.edu, 704-637-4314, salisburysymphony.org

 

September 2017

Sept. 1, 8 p.m.

United Way Sunset Run 5K. Rowan Public Library. Proceeds benefit Rowan County United Way. salisburyrowanrunners.org

Sept. 2, 7-10 a.m.

Joe Hall Memorial Breakfast. Cleveland Lions’ Den, Cemetery Street, Cleveland. Money raised funds two scholarships for West Rowan High School Seniors.
clevelandlions@hughes.net, 704- 278-0974, e-clubhouse.org/sites/clevelandnc/

Sept. 2

Home Ownership Class. 1400 W. Bank Street. Salisbury Community Development Corporation. mpowe@salisburync.gov 704-216-2717

Sep. 4

Labor Day

Sept. 6 12-1:30 p.m.

Brown Bag Lunch Jam. Four consecutive Wednesdays in September. Free outdoor concert series at Eastern Gateway Park downtown. www.salisburync.gov/play

Sept. 8, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

When Nature Inspires Art. Reception. Rail Walk Studios and Gallery, 409 N Lee St. sforthofer7@gmail.com, 704-469-2781, railwalkstudiosandgallery.com

Sept. 8-9, 3 p.m.-10 a.m.

Family Camp Out. Salisbury Community Park. $20 per tent. Register in advance.

50 years ago in September, the Big Mac is introduced

Sept. 8-9, 3 p.m.-10 a.m.

A Year of Luther Celebration Concert

Sept. 9

Architecture and History exhibition opens aWaterworks Visual Arts Center, 123 E. Liberty St., 704-636-1882, www.waterworks.org

Sept. 9, 8 p.m.-10 p.m.

We Will Raq You VII, coming to Kannapolis for the first time. $15. Combines pop, rock, hip-hop, and heavy metal music with cabaret, tribal, fusion and theatrical belly dance. ryconcord.weebly.com/tickets.html

Sept. 9, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Denton Street Festival. Harrison Park, Denton. Food, local crafts and artists, children’s games and slides. 336-859-4231.

Sept. 10 Grandparents Day

Sept. 11

Monday Night Football starts with New Orleans Saints at Minnesota Vikings at 7 p.m. & Los Angeles Chargers at Denver Broncos 10:20 p.m.

Sept. 15, 9 a.m.

Tilley Harley-Davidson Biker Blues BBQ Rally. 653 Bendix Drive. gary.moss9@gmail.com, 704-202-8712, bikerbluesbbqrally.com

Sept. 15, 4-10 p.m. 

Carolina Good Medicine Powwow. Native American style arts and crafts. Bring blankets and chairs. Held at the Boy Scouts of America’s Camp Cabarrus campground, 4827 Camp Cabarrus Drive, Kannapolis. See www.cabarruspowwow.webs.com

Sept. 15, 6-8 p.m.

Artist Talks and Opening Reception for Architecture and History, talk at 6 p.m., reception follows. Waterworks Visual Arts Center, 123 E. Liberty St., 704-636-1882, www.waterworks.org

Sept. 16, 8 a.m.

Alpha Pregnancy Support at the Walk for Life. Lexington. www.alphapregnancysupport.com or 336-242-1218.

Sept. 22

Autumn begins.

Sept. 22, 7-9 p.m. & Sept. 23, 9 a.m.-Noon.

“How Not To Date A Jerk” (Finding Your Way to a Lasting Love). First Baptist Church, 223 N. Fulton Street. Sponsored by Singled Out Ministry of First Baptist Church. Rod Kerr, Certified PICK/LINK Leader. Info: 704-633-0431 ext. 105 for registration information. Cost: $20.

Sept. 23, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Gold Hill Founders’ Day. 735 St. Stephens Church Road, Gold Hill. Historic Gold Hill and Mines Foundation, Inc. vivian@historicgoldhill.com, 704-267-0439, historicgoldhill.com

Sept. 23, 2-10 p.m.

Stand Together Music Festival. Main Street, China Grove.

Sept. 23, 5-9 p.m.

Silver Buckle Charity Ball. Saving Grace Farm, 728 Klumac Road. janna@savinggracefarm.com, 704-209-6577, savinggracefarm.com

Sept. 23, 7 p.m.

Martin Luther’s Quincentennial. Salisbury Symphony Orchestra, St. John’s Choirs, and Symphony Chorus. St. John’s Lutheran Church, 200 W Innes St. salisburysymphony.org

Sept. 28-30 and Oct. 5-7 at 7:30 p.m.

“Mothers and Sons.” Lee Street Theatre. 704-310-5507, leestreet.org

Sept. 30, 6-9 p.m.

Fall National astronomy day. Star party with Astronomical Society of Rowan. Info at www.astrowan.org

 

October 2017

50 years ago on October 2, Thurgood Marshall is sworn in as the first black justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.

Oc.t 7, 9 a.m.

4th Annual Hero 5K. VA Medical Center, 1601 Brenner Avenue. Supporting our local VA. salisburyrowanrunners.org

Oct. 1-7

World Teachers’ Week

Oct. 7 -8

38th annual Autumn Jubilee. Dan Nicholas Park. Food, crafts, music, displays, art. dannicholas.net, 704-216-7803

Oct. 7, 6:30-11 p.m.

9th Annual Big Chili Cook-Off. 123 E. Liberty Street, Waterworks Visual Arts Center. admin@waterworks.org, 704-636-1882, waterworks.org

Oct. 12, 6:30 p.m.

Patrons’ Party, OctoberTour 2017 Kick-off. Music, dancing, cocktails and food. Ticket includes admission to Patrons’ Party, Badge for OT Tour Sites, and entry to the 2017 Patrons’ Porch.

Oct. 12-15, 18-21, 7:30 p.m.

“In God’s Own Country.” This special production is a collaboration between the German theatre company Landesbuhnen Sachsen and Piedmont Players. Piedmont Players Theatre, 213 S. Main St. 704-633-5471, or www.PiedmontPlayers.com

Oct. 13, 11:30 a.m.

OctoberTour Luncheon

Oct. 13-15

Annual Fin, Feather and Fur Outdoor & Off Road Expo. Rowan County Fairgrounds. Pre-Sale ticket prices through July 19 for $20; July 20-Oct. 8 Advance tickets $25; Beginning Oct. 9 Week of and Door Price tickets $35. See www.finfeatherfurexpo.com or 704-279-9383.

Oct. 14, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Oct. 15 from 12-5:30 p.m.

Bank Street Bistro and Brews. Food, Beer, Wine and live entertainment. 226 South Jackson Street. Historic Salisbury Foundation. events@historicsalisbury.org, (704) 636-0103, octobertour.com/tour-events/bank-street-cafe-entertainment

Oct 14, 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and Oct. 15, 12-5:30 p.m.

OctoberTour of Historic Homes. Exclusive visits through 11 private, historic homes dating from 1820 to 1929. Octobertour.com

Oct. 14, 4:30 p.m.

51st Annual Granite Quarry Civitan Club Fiddler’s Convention. East Rowan High School Auditorium. 175 St. Luke’s Church Rd. Band & Individual Competitions.
Info: dmlivengood@att.net, 704-640-7037, ncbluegrassmusic.com

Oct. 14, 5-7 p.m.

AfterHours Plein Air Artist Reception. Relax with a glass of wine and artwork created by North Carolina’s Plein Air Artists.

Oct. 16

Boss’s Day

Oct. 21, 8 a.m.–12 p.m.

Gold Rush 5K. Gold Hill Rail Trail, 735 St. Stephens Church Road, Gold Hill. vivian@historicgoldhill.com, 704-267-9439, historicgoldhill.com, salisburyrowanrunners.org

Oct. 21

Prevent Child Abuse Rowan Annual Fundraiser. F&M Trolley Barn, 165 E Liberty St. Proceeds go to the Terrie Hess House Child Advocacy Center. 704-639-1700, preventchildabuserowan.org

Oct. 21, 1-9 p.m.

18th Annual Rowan Blues and Jazz Festival. 200 West Fisher Street. rbjs1720@carolina.rr.com, 704-636-3277, rowanbluesandjazz.org.

Oct. 21, 7:30 p.m.

Opening concert Salisbury Symphony Season, “The 3 B’s 3s!” Keppel Auditorium. salisburysymphony.org, Salisbury Symphony, director@salisburysymphony.org

Oct. 22-29

Trick or Treat So Others May Eat. Canned Food Drive for Rowan Helping Ministries. 704-637-6838, rowanhelpingministries.org

Oct. 23, 6 p.m.

Community Thanks. For volunteers and donors at Sacred Heart Church. Community Care Clinic of Rowan, http://www.communitycareofrowan.org

Oct. 28, 9 a.m.

St. Matthews Church 5K. 9275 Bringle Ferry Rd. Proceeds to benefit local family battling illness. salisburyrowanrunners.org

Oct. 28, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Brunswick Stew, Cleveland Lions’ Den. Cemetery Street, Cleveland. Eat in or take out. Benefits visually impaired and other humanitarian projects, 704-278-2252
clevelandlions@hughes.net, e-clubhouse.org/sites/clevelandnc/

Oct. 28, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Spooktacular Halloween Event. 653 Bendix Drive. Tilley Harley-Davidson of Salisbury. bthompson@tilleyhd.com, 704-638-6044

Oct. 28, 11 am

Trick or Treat in the Village Shops in Historic Gold Hill. Saint Stephens Church Road, www.goldhillnc.com

Oct. 28, 1 p.m.

Dottie’s Home Presents Golf Tournament. 3515 Stokes Ferry Road. Dottie’s Home for Children and Elderly, dottieshomenc@yahoo.com 704-278-3314

Oct. 28, 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Gold Hill Ghost Tour. 735 St. Stephens Church Road, Gold Hill. Historic Gold Hill and Mines Foundation, Inc. vivian@historicgoldhill.com, 704-267-9439, historicgoldhill.com

Oct. 28, 3-6 p.m.

Halloween Fun Fest. Downtown Salisbury. $5 unlimited game play and activities.

Oct. 28.

Prevent Child Abuse Rowan Fall Fundraiser. F&M Trolley Barn, 165 E. Liberty Street. beth@preventchildabuserowan.org, 704-639-1700, preventchildabuserowan.org

Oct. 29, 2 p.m.

Rotary Spooky Sprint 5K at Catawba College. Rotary uses proceeds to support youth. salisburyrowanrunners.org

Oct. 29, 4-6 p.m.

Fall Festival, “Come to the County Fair.” First Ministry Center, 220 N. Fulton Street. Inflatables, games, prizes, fire truck rides, chicken & dumplins and hot dogs. Concert at 6 p.m. Call 704-633-0431 ext. 105 for further details.

Oct. 31

Halloween

 

November 2017

Nov. 2-4, 9-11, 7:30 p.m.

“Next to Normal.” Lee Street Theatre. 704-310-5507, leestreet.org

Nov. 5, 2 a.m.

Daylight Savings Time ends.

November 4, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Holiday Faire. First Ministry Center, 220 N. Fulton Street. Handmade crafts, vendors. Approximately 100 booths. Contact Joyce Curl at joycecurl2@yahoo.com or Rod Kerr at 704-633-0431 ext. 105. 

50 years ago on November 9. A busy launch year for NASA ends with a Saturn V rocket carrying the unmanned Apollo 4 test spacecraft lifting off from Cape Kennedy.

Nov. 11, 9 a.m.

Share the Care 5K. Novant Health Rowan Medical Center, Mocksville Avenue. Proceeds supporting Rowan Hospice. salisburyrowanrunners.org

Nov. 10-11 and 17-18, 7:30 p.m.

“Anne of Green Gables.” presented by  Piedmont Players Youth Theatre. Norvell Theater, 135 E. Fisher Street. Tickets on sale Nov 6th. 704-633-5471, www.PiedmontPlayers.com

Nov. 11 Veterans Day

Nov. 13

A rare 0.3 degrees separates Venus and Jupiter in the night sky.

Nov. 18

Lighting of the Fall Fires in Historic Gold Hill. Saint Stephens Church Road, www.goldhillnc.com

Nov. 21, Landis 3 p.m., China Grove 4 p.m.

Southern Rowan Christmas Parade. Entry forms available second week of Sept., return by Oct. 27. chinagrovenc.gov

Nov. 22, Spencer 2 p.m., Salisbury 3 p.m.

58th Annual Holiday Caravan Parade. 140 floats/units on Main Street. Holidaycaravanparade.com, 704-636-5335

Nov. 23

Thanksgiving Day

Nov. 23. 8-10 a.m.

Butterball 5K. Start at The Forum of Salisbury 2318 S Main Street. beth@preventchildabuserowan.org, 704-639-1700, preventchildabuserowan.org, salisburyrowanrunners.org

Nov. 24

Black Friday

 

December 2017

Dec. 1, 9 a.m.

Santa 5K. Millbridge Ruritan Bldg. on Sloan Rd. Benefits Rowan Helping Ministries. salisburyrowanrunners.org

Dec. 2, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Brunch with Santa. Salisbury Civic Center. $6 per person or $20 per family of 4. Register in advance.

Dec. 2, 2-3 p.m.

20th annual ROBOJO Children’s Christmas Show. In the Stanback Room, RPL, W. Fisher St. rowanpubliclibrary.org

Dec. 2, 2 p.m.

Cleveland Christmas Parade. Marching band, candy, horses, fire trucks, and Santa. To enter a group or float, contact 704-278-2252.

Dec. 2, 7 p.m.

Swing into Christmas for Rowan Helping Ministries. Salisbury Swing Band LIVE, Salisbury Civic Center, 704-798-5840, salisburyswingband.com

Dec. 3, 4:30 p.m.

Annual Holiday Concert. 1500 Statesville Blvd. Salisbury-Rowan Choral Society. lindavo@windstream.net, 704-796-9683, facebook.com/Salisbury.Rowan.Choral.Society

Dec. 5, 7:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m.

Crosby Scholars’ Breakfast with Bing. City Tavern Upper Room, 113 East Fisher Street. jcanipe@crosbyscholarsrowan.org, 704-762-3512, crosbyscholarsrowan.org

Dec. 7-10, 14-16, 7:30 p.m.

“A Charlie Brown Christmas.” Presented by Piedmont Players Youth Theatre. The Norvell Theater, 135 E. Fisher Street. Tickets go on sale Nov. 27th. 704-633-5471, www.PiedmontPlayers.com

50 years ago on December 8, Magical Mystery Tour LP is released by The Beatles as an eleven-song album in the U.S. (There were only 6 songs on the UK double EP version.)

Dec. 8, 7:30 p.m.

Annual Holiday Concert. 207 West Horah Street. Salisbury-Rowan Choral Society. lindavo@windstream.net, (704) 796-9683, facebook.com/Salisbury.Rowan.Choral.Society/

Dec. 8-10

Christmas in the Village in Historic Gold Hill. Saint Stephens Church Road, www.goldhillnc.com

Dec. 9, 6 p.m.

Swing into Christmas Big Band Show. Salisbury Swing Band LIVE. Carolina Mall, Concord, 704-798-5840, salisburyswingband.com

Dec. 9, 7 p.m., Dec. 10, 2 p.m.

Piedmont Dance Theatre presents The Nutcracker. Kannapolis Performing Arts Center, 415 E 1st St. Kannapolis. annepsmd@gmail.com, (704) 971-2011, piedmontdancetheatre.com/

Dec. 15

“Star Wars Episode VIII” opens.

Dec. 16, 6:30 p.m., Dec. 17, 2:30 p.m.

“The Nutcracker.” With the Piedmont Dance Theatre. Keppel Auditorium. salisburysymphony.org

Dec. 21

First Day of Winter

Dec. 22, 5-8 p.m.

Boston butt and turkey BBQ, Cleveland Lions’ Den. Cemetery Street, Cleveland. Pre-order by Dec. 18, 704-278-2252.

Dec. 24

Christmas Eve

Dec. 25

Christmas Day

Dec. 26

Kwanzaa begins

Dec. 31, 8 p.m.-12 a.m.

New Year’s Eve at the Bell Tower. Bell Tower Park.
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Recurring Events

Yoga classes

5:45-7:15 p.m. Every six weeks. Registration required. Center for Faith & the Arts, W. Harrison St. inspiredwellness@bellsouth.net, 704-637-1671, www.faithart.org

Fall Beginning Runners Class

6 p.m. Sept. 7, Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Sept. 28, Oct. 5, Oct. 12, Oct. 19, Oct 26.  Health Rowan Medical Center, Mocksville Avenue. salisburyrowanrunners.org

Movies in the Park

City Park Lawn. Opening entertainment 8 p.m. Movie 9 p.m. Rain dates are one day later. Don’t forget your blanket or chair. Concessions available. July 7: Sing, July 21: Finding Dory, August 4: Trolls. Info: ly/2nmSbnY, 704-638-5295 

Concerts in the Park

Kannapolis Parks and Recreation. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. Parking at the outer parking lots along Dale Earnhardt Blvd. and down West C Street. All concerts 7-10 p.m. bit.ly/2nqOQpe, 704-920-4349

June 30: Charlotte Symphony with fireworks

July 15: Trial By Fire & On The Border

July 29: Too Much Sylvia

August 12: Diamond Rio with fireworks

100 years of Cheerwine

Rowan Museum Open Friday-Sunday. 1-4 p.m. www.rowanmuseum.org, 704-633-5946

How the West Was Won: Trains and the Transformation of Western NC

North Carolina Transportation Museum. Videos, photos and artifacts. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tue- Sat. Noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Closed Monday. www.nctrans.org/Events/West.aspx, 704-636-2889

Salisbury Sculpture Show

Nineteen sculptures by talented artists around Downtown Salisbury. facebook.com/salisburysculptureshow/?fref=ts, 704-638-5235

Architecture and History Exhibition

Sept. 9, 2017 to Feb. 3, 2018. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Waterworks Visual Arts Center, 123 E. Liberty Street. waterworks.org

Toastmasters

Every Thursday, 5:45p.m. J F Hurley YMCA, 828 Jake Alexander Blvd West. thedwards@windstream.net, 980-250-1026, 1117255.toastmastersclubs.org

 

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Rowan Public Library

Series of weekly events throughout 2017. Events held at: East Branch, 110 Broad St., Rockwell. Headquarters, 201 Fisher St., Salisbury. South Branch, 920 Kimball Rd., China Grove, and Cleveland Town Hall,  302 East Main St., Cleveland.

Weekly Events for Children:

Baby Time

A highly interactive 30-minute program for children 0-23 months old and their adult caregivers. Program runs four weeks, June 12-July 7.

• Headquarters, Wed. 10 a.m., • East, Mon. 10 a.m.

• South, Wed. 10 a.m.

Toddler Time

This RPL-staffed, highly interactive, 30-minute program is for children 18-35 months and their adult caregivers. Program runs four weeks, June 12-July 7.

• Headquarters, Thurs. 10:30 a.m.

• East, Tues. 11:00 a.m.

• South, Wed. 10:30 a.m.

Preschoolers

Each program lasts 30-45 minutes; doors close at 10:40 am. These RPL-staffed programs are geared for children 3 to 5 years old. Program runs seven weeks, June 12-July 28.

• Headquarters, Tues. 10:30 a.m.

• East, Thurs. 10:30 a.m.

• South, Mon. 10:30 a.m.

School Age

Each program lasts 45-60 minutes. Storytellers, educators, and entertainers provide different fun-filled programs each week for seven weeks in programs geared towards 1st-5th graders. To enter the weekly prize drawing, “Reader Book Reviews” should be turned in before the program begins.

• Headquarters, Thurs. 2:00 p.m.

• East, Wed. @ 2 p.m.

• South, Tues. 2 p.m.

• Cleveland Town Hall, Thurs. 10 a.m.

Weekly Events for Teens

Teen Summer Reading

Starting on June 12th, each branch will have weekly programs that center on this year’s theme, “Build a Better World.” Programs will include a wide range of team-building activities, games, and crafts. After registering for summer reading, teens receive booklets to keep track of points earned by reading, attending teen library programs, and completing activity challenges. Points can go towards winning prizes at the end of the summer.

• East, Mondays 3:30-5:00 p.m.

• Headquarters, Tuesdays 3:30-5:00 p.m.

• South, Thursdays 3:30-5:00 p.m.

July 2017

Teen Programs

July 3-6

Coloring with My Community. Learn about art and its impact with Brittany Gaddis.

July 10-13

Building a Better Bridge. Cooperate to complete the bridge and tower challenge.

July 17-20

Mini MUNS. (Model United Nations.) The world finds itself under attack from a zombie pandemic. Become an expert on the deadly virus and stop the next outbreak.

July 24-27

Quiz Bowl Score big in a fast-paced game show.

July 28

National Teen Lock-in. July 28, from 6:30-10:30 pm at RPL Headquarters (Salisbury). A permission slip signed by a parent or guardian is required for teens to participate in this event.

Children’s Programs

July Children’s Summer Reading Programs

“Ro & Mo Stories” is a program designed for school-aged Summer Reading participants (rising 1st-5th graders).

• East, July 5, 2 p.m. 

• Cleveland Town Hall, July 6, 10 a.m.

 • Headquarters. July 6, 2 p.m.

“Dan Nicholas Wildlife” is a program designed for school-aged Summer Reading participants (rising 1st –5th graders).

• South, July 11, 2 p.m.

• East, July 12, 2 p.m.

• Cleveland Town Hall, July 13, 10 a.m.

• Headquarters, July 13, 2 p.m.

“Captain Jim” is a program designed for school-aged Summer Reading participants (rising 1st –5th graders).

• South, July 18, 2 p.m.

• East, July 19, 2 p.m.

• Cleveland Town Hall, July 20, 10 a.m.

• Headquarters, July 20, 2 p.m.

“Lee Street Theatre” is a program designed for school-aged Summer Reading participants (rising 1st –5th graders).

South, July 25, 2 p.m.

East, July 26, 2 p.m.

Cleveland Town Hall, July 27, 10 a.m.

Headquarters, July 27, 2 p.m.

August 2017

Weekly Children’s and Teen’s Programs are on hiatus in August.

August 21, 10:30 a.m.

Solar Eclipse Storytime. At South, East, and Headquarters. Join us for a special storytime in honor of the solar eclipse! Then, stay and observe the eclipse. Free solar glasses will be given to the first people that arrive.

August 25, 10 a.m.

Kids Karaoke & Movie: “Sing”, at East Branch. “Sing” is rated PG and has a runtime of 1 hour and 54 minutes. An adult must accompany children under 9. Free popcorn and lemonade will be served. Call 704-216-7842 for more information.

September 2017

Weekly Children’s Programs will resume.

September 16, 10:30 a.m

Saturday Morning Cartoon Festival, East Branch. Title TBA. An adult must accompany children under 9. Free popcorn and lemonade will be served. Call 704-216-7842 for more information.

September 23, 11 a.m.

Family Storytime, East Branch. Details TBA.

September 25, 5 p.m.

Comics and Cartoons Super Hero Fun, East Branch. Film title TBA. Children are invited to wear their favorite superhero costumes. Free popcorn & lemonade will be served. This event is free and open to the public.

October 2017

October 28, 11 a.m.

Spooktacular, Headquarters. Come and enjoy fun, spooky stories and light refreshments.

October 28, 11 a.m.

Family Storytime, East Branch. Details TBA.

November 2017

November 11, 11 a.m.

Family Storytime, East Branch. Details TBA.

November 14, 6 p.m.

Family Craft Night, East Branch. Details TBA.

December 2017

December 2, 2 p.m.

RoBoJo Holiday Show, Headquarters. RoBoJo Theatre Troupe returns to RPL for the 18th annual presentation of their Holiday Theater. A fun crew of talented local actors joins RPL’s Children’s staff to perform an hour-long variety show featuring skits, songs, readers’ theater, and audience participation.

December 9, 10:30 a.m.

Holiday Program, East Branch. A holiday extravaganza. Details TBA. Call 704-216-7842 for more details.

December, date & time TBA

Holiday Pajama Express, South Branch. Hop on board for an evening of holiday fun, refreshments, and a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Don’t forget to wear your favorite holiday pajamas! Call 704-216-7728 for more details.

December 12, 6 p.m.

Family Craft Night, East Branch. Details TBA.

Teen’s Programs

July 2017

Teen Summer Reading Programs

Coloring with My Community. Learn about art and its impact with artist Brittany Gaddis.

• East, July 3, 3:30 p.m.

• Headquarters, July 5, 3:30 p.m.

• South, July 6, 3:30 p.m.

Building a Better Bridge. Cooperate to complete the bridge and tower challenge.

• East, July 10, 3:30 p.m.

• Headquarters, July 11, 3:30 p.m.

• South, July 13, 3:30 p.m.

Mini MUNS (Model United Nations.) Save the world from a zombie pandemic.

• East, July 17, 3:30 p.m.

• Headquarters, July 18, 3:30 p.m.

• South, July 20, 3:30 p.m.

Quiz Bowl. Score big in a fast-paced game show.

• East, July 24, 3:30 p.m.

• Headquarters,  July 25, 3:30 p.m.

• South, July 27, 3:30 p.m.

July 28, 6:30-10:30 pm

National Teen Lock-in. Held at RPL Headquarters; a permission slip signed by a parent/guardian is required to participate.

No programs in August

September 2017

September 5, 4:30 p.m.

Teen Programming Interest Meeting. Held at RPL Headquarters. Come help us kick off the fall programming season!

Escape the Library! Using only your wits and a couple of hints, see if you can work with your teammates and find a way out in our very own RPL escape room! This program is 60 min.

• East, September 18, 6:30 p.m.

• Headquarters, September 26, 4:30 p.m.

• South, September 28, 4:00 p.m.

October 2017

October 3, 4:30 p.m.

“Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban” Book Release Party, Headquarters. Celebrate the release of the illustrated edition of the third Harry Potter book with us with crafts, snacks, and a screening of the movie. Note: We will not have copies of the book for sale.

Teen Read Week (HQ, East, South)

October 9-14, individual events TBA

Teen Read Week. (Headquarters, East, South.) Join us as we celebrate 2017 Teen Read Week and “Unleash Your Story” at all of our branches through a combination of active and passive programming. Individual events TBA.

Creepy Dimensions: Haunted Art and 3D Projects. Get in the “spirit” of the season as we try our hands at making spooky decorations! This program is 60 to 90 min.

• East, October 16, 6:30 p.m.

• South, October 19, 4 p.m.

• Headquarters, October 31, 4:30 p.m.

October 30, Times TBA

No-School Cinema: Thor Marathon, South Branch. Watch “Thor” (2011) and “Thor: The Dark World” (2013) before the release of “Thor: Ragnarok” on November 3. Popcorn and lemonade will be served, and all ages are welcome to this free, public event. However, both films are PG-13, so an adult must accompany children under 13. Show times TBA.

November 2017

November, dates and times TBA

National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) Meetings Headquarters and South Branch. Are you an aspiring writer? Do you enjoy a challenge? Join us as we all try to write 50,000 words in 30 days! Come hang out, talk to other writers, and try to meet your word goal for the day! For more information and to register, check out nanowrimo.org.

December 2017

December 22, Times TBA

No-School Cinema, South Branch. Enjoy a holiday film favorite, along with free popcorn and lemonade! Details TBA. Questions? Call 704-216-7728.

Adult Programs

July 2017

Adult Summer Reading Programs

July 10, 6:30 p.m.

“Bee Supportive,” Headquarters. Local beekeeper Marcel Renn addresses the importance of bees and what we can do to safeguard them.

July 22, 10 a.m.

Genealogy Class,”Land and Taxes,” This event, co-hosted by the Genealogical Society of Rowan County and RPL’s Edith M. Clark History Room. For more information or to register, please contact Gretchen at Gretchen.Witt@rowancountync.gov, or 704-216-8232 or visit www.rowanpubliclibrary.org.

July 25, 2:15 p.m.

“Chair Yoga,” Headquarters. Marie Theriault, a registered yoga teacher, will lead an hour-long chair yoga session.

July 25, 6 p.m.

“Qigong,” Headquarters. Marie Theriault, a certified Qigong teacher, will lead an hour-long Qigong session.

July 25, 6 p.m.

Book Bites Book Club, South Branch. This is a free book club where we discuss a different book each month and serve refreshments loosely related to the theme. July’s book is “Brighten the Corner Where You Are” by Fred Chappell. Need a copy? Call 704-216-7731.

August 2017

August 7, 6:30 p.m.

“Water Smart” Headquarters. Rowan County Cooperative Extension Service Horticulture agent Danelle Cutting discusses how we can conserve water and care for our earth locally. At this final event, Adult Summer Reading grand prizes will also be awarded.

August 29, 6 p.m.

Book Bites Book Club, South Branch. This is a free book club where we discuss a different book each month and serve refreshments loosely related to the theme. Title TBA. Need more information? Call 704-216-7731.

September 2017

September 8, 2 p.m.

Adult Outreach Film Series, East Branch. Classic cinema title TBA. While the Adult Outreach Film series is designed for retired individuals, this free event is open to the public, and all ages are welcome. For more details, call 704-216-7842.

September 9, time TBA

Makerspace Open House, Headquarters. This one-hour tour will introduce participants to RPL’s Makerspace, its equipment, and its projects.

September 12, 7 p.m.

Tech Tuesdays, “Introduction to Genealogy,” South Branch. This one-hour computer class, held in South’s computer lab, introduces participants to basic online genealogical resources and practices. Questions? Contact Paul at 704-216-7737 or Paul.Birkhead@rowancountync.gov.

September 18, time TBA

Makerspace Open House, Headquarters. This one-hour tour will introduce participants to RPL’s Makerspace, its equipment, and its projects.

September 18, 6 p.m.

Downtown Beats, Rowan’s Impromptu Chorus, Headquarters. This community sing requires no experience and no commitment. Arrive at 6:00 pm for a short practice of two pre-selected songs. Contact Abigail at Abigail.Hardison@rowancountync.gov or at 704-216-8248.

September 23, 10 a.m.

Genealogy Class, “Ports of Arrival,” Headquarters. This class will take a look at the many and varied ports of entry at which immigrating ancestors may have arrived or traveled through. For more information or to register, please contact Gretchen at Gretchen.Witt@rowancountync.gov, or 704-216-8232, or visit www.rowanpubliclibrary.org.

September 26, 6 p.m.

Book Bites Book Club, South Branch. This is a free book club where we discuss a different book each month and serve refreshments loosely related to the theme. Title TBA. Need more information? Call 704-216-7731.

October 2017

October 2, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Healthy Living Series, South Branch. Aubrey Mast, North Carolina Cooperative Extension Associate in Nutrition, shares the latest research from the NC State Plants for Human Health Institute. More details TBA. Contact Amy at Amy.Notarius@rowancountync.gov, or 704-216-7731 or Marissa at Marissa.Creamer@rowancountync.gov or 704-216-8242.

The Manhattan Short Film Festival invites everyone to participate in a one week, global event. Vote for your favorite short film and actor. Each RPL branch will show all of the films up for consideration. For more information, please contact Gretchen at Gretchen.Witt@rowancountync.gov, or 704-216-8232 or visit www.rowanpubliclibrary.org.

• South, October 2, 6:30 p.m.

• Headquarters, October 3, 6:30 p.m.,

• East, October 5, 5 p.m.

• Headquarters, October 7, 2 p.m.

October 7, Time TBA

Makerspace Event, Headquarters. The RPL Makerspace will host a Do-It-Yourself Costume information session. More details TBA.

October 9, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Healthy Living Series, South Branch. Aubrey Mast, North Carolina Cooperative Extension Associate in Nutrition, shares the latest research from the NC State Plants for Human Health Institute. More details TBA. Contact Amy at Amy.Notarius@rowancountync.gov or 704-216-7731 or Marissa at Marissa.Creamer@rowancountync.gov or 704-216-8242.

October 10, 7 p.m.

Tech Tuesdays – “Genealogy: The Next Step,” South Branch. This one-hour computer class, held in South’s computer lab, is designed to help participants dig deeper into their ancestral roots through the use of online websites and databases. Contact Paul at Paul.Birkhead@rowancountync.gov, or at 704-216-7737.

October 13, 2 p.m.

Adult Outreach Film Series, East Branch. Classic cinema title TBA. While the Adult Outreach Film series is designed for retired individuals, this free event is open to the public, and all ages are welcome. For more details, call 704-216-7842.

October 14, Time TBA

Makerspace Event, Headquarters. The RPL Makerspace will host a Do-It-Yourself Costume information session. More details TBA.

October 14, 10:30 a.m.

Fall Photowalk 2017, Headquarters. Join us for a walk and bring your digital camera/phone to take photos together. More details, including Photowalk location, will be provided at a later date. Questions? Contact Paul at Paul.Birkhead@rowancountync.gov, or 704-216-7737. The Photowalk will last approximately 90 min.

October 16, 6 p.m.

Downtown Beats, Rowan’s Impromptu Chorus, Headquarters. This community sing requires no experience and no commitment. Arrive at 6:00 pm for a short practice of two pre-selected songs. Contact Abigail at Abigail.Hardison@rowancountync.gov or at 704-216-8248.

October 16, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Healthy Living Series, South Branch. Aubrey Mast, North Carolina Cooperative Extension Associate in Nutrition, shares the latest research from the NC State Plants for Human Health Institute. More details TBA. Contact Amy at Amy.Notarius@rowancountync.gov, or 704-216-7731 or Marissa at Marissa.Creamer@rowancountync.gov or 704-216-8242.

October 24, 5:30 p.m.

Fall Photowalk 2017, South Branch. Join us for a walk and bring your digital camera/phone to take photos together. More details, including Photowalk location, will be provided at a later date. Contact Paul at Paul.Birkhead@rowancountync.gov, or 704-216-7737. The Photowalk will last approximately 90 min.

October 24, 6 p.m.

Book Bites Book Club, South Branch. This is a free book club where we discuss a different book each month and serve refreshments loosely related to the theme. Title TBA. Need more information? Call 704-216-7731.

November 2017 

Tech Tuesdays, South Branch.“Introduction to Microsoft Word” This one-hour computer class, held in South’s computer lab, introduces participants to the basics of Microsoft Word, a popular word processing program. Contact Paul at Paul.Birkhead@rowancountync.gov, or 704-216-7737.

November 17, 2 p.m.

Adult Outreach Film Series, East Branch. Classic cinema title TBA. While the Adult Outreach Film series is designed for retired individuals, this free event is open to the public, and all ages are welcome. For more details, call 704-216-7842.

November 18, Time TBA

Readers Connect, South Branch. This event will feature multiple genres, with more details shared at a later date. Meet and mingle and get recommendations from like-minded readers. Contact Abigail at Abigail.Hardison@rowancountync.gov or 704-216-8248.

November 20, 6 p.m.

Downtown Beats, Rowan’s Impromptu Chorus, Headquarters. This community sing requires no experience and no commitment. Arrive at 6:00 pm for a short practice of two pre-selected songs. Contact Abigail at Abigail.Hardison@rowancountync.gov or at 704-216-8248.

November 28, 6 p.m.

Book Bites Book Club, South Branch. This is a free book club where we discuss a different book each month and serve refreshments loosely related to the theme. Title TBA. Need more information? Call 704-216-7731.

December 2017 

December 11, 6 p.m.

Downtown Beats,  Rowan’s Impromptu Chorus, Headquarters. This community sing requires no experience and no commitment. Arrive at 6:00 p.m. for a short practice of two pre-selected songs. Contact Abigail at Abigail.Hardison@rowancountync.gov or at 704-216-8248.

September 8, 2 p.m.

Adult Outreach Film Series, East Branch. Classic cinema title TBA. While the Adult Outreach Film series is designed for retired individuals, this free event is open to the public, and all ages are welcome. For more details, call 704-216-7842.

December 19, 6 p.m.

Book Bites Book Club, South Branch. This is a free book club where we discuss a different book each month and serve refreshments loosely related to the theme. Title TBA. Need more information? Call 704-216-7731.

Programs for All Ages

July 2017 

Summer Reading Registration

Summer Reading Registration continues at Headquarters, East, and South throughout July. There are three age categories: Children (newborns – rising 5th graders), Teens (rising 6th graders – 12th graders), and Adults (ages 18+). In addition to tracking reading hours, 2017 Summer Reading festivities include special programs and a variety of prizes. Contact your nearest branch for details.

August 2017

August 11, 10 a.m.

Friday Film Series: “Gnomeo and Juliet,” East Branch. This film is rated G. An adult must accompany children under 9. Free popcorn and lemonade will be served. Call 704-216-7842 for more information.

August 15, 6 p.m.

Solar Eclipse, Headquarters. Kaylan Petrie of Discovery Place will be coming to do a presentation for all ages about the solar eclipse that will happen August 21.

August 21, 1 p.m.

Solar Eclipse, Headquarters. Join us and view the solar eclipse! Partial eclipse starts at 1:13 p.m.; total eclipse starts at 2:42 p.m. Free solar glasses will be given to the first 800 people.

August 29, 7 p.m.

Friends of RPL and Cheerwine Concert Series: Logie Meachum, Headquarters. 

Lorenzo “Logie” Meachum, a native of Greensboro and pioneer of the Piedmont Blues Preservation Society, will perform. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. This free event is open to the public, and all ages are welcome.

September 2017

Library Card Sign-up Month

Headquarters, East, South. Individual events TBA. Join us as we celebrate 2017 Library Card Sign-up Month at all of our branches through a combination of active and passive programming. Individual events TBA.

October 2017

October 24, 7 p.m.

Friends of RPL and Cheerwine Concert Series: Brain Trust, Headquarters. Professors Steve Harrill, Michael Thompson, Don Poe, Kevin Taylor, Dianne Daniels, and Paula Morris comprise the band Brain Trust. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Friends of RPL Annual Book Sale, Headquarters.

Oct. 27, Member’s Preview Sale, time TBA

Oct. 28-Oct. 30, Public Book Sale, times TBA

Oct. 27, is the Friends of RPL Member’s Preview Sale, and memberships may be purchased ahead of time or at the door. An individual membership to the Friends of RPL is $10 a year. Oct. 28-Oct. 30, the sale is open to the public. Specific times TBA.

October, details TBA

Cards for a Cause. Headquarters, East, South. Create holiday cards that will be delivered to service members in the United States Armed Forces. More details TBA.

November 2017

Cards for a Cause. Headquarters, East, South. Create holiday cards that will be delivered to service members in the United States Armed Forces. More details TBA.

International Games Day

• Headquarters, November 18, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

• East, November 18, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

• South, November 18, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

December 2017 

December, details TBA

Cards for a Cause. Headquarters, East, South. Create holiday cards that will be delivered to service members in the United States Armed Forces. More details TBA.

December 21, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Holiday Movie Marathon, East Branch. Get into the holiday spirit with a marathon of themed movies! Titles TBA. Free popcorn and lemonade will be served. Call 704-216-7842 for more information.

 

Rowan Public Library Summer Reading Film Series.

These events are free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome; however, an adult must accompany children under 9. Free popcorn and lemonade will be served.

Films will be playing at: East Branch, 110 Broad St., Rockwell. Headquarters, 201 Fisher St. South Branch, 920 Kimball Rd., China Grove.

July 3, 5:30 p.m.

“BFG” PG, East Branch.

July 5, 2 p.m.

“Square Parts” PG-13, South Branch.

July 7, 10 a.m.

“BFG” PG, Headquarters.

July 10, 5:30 p.m.

“Dolphin Tale” PG, East.

July 11, 6:30 p.m.

“Dolphin Tale” PG, Headquarters.

July 12, 2 p.m.

“The Blind Side” PG-13, South Branch.

July 14, 10 a.m.

“Dolphin Tale” PG, Headquarters.

July 17, 5:30 p.m.

“Dear Dumb Diary” PG, East Branch.

July 18, 6:30 p.m.

“Dear Dumb Diary” PG, Headquarters.

July 19, 2 p.m.

“Pay it Forward” PG-13, South Branch.

July 21, 10 a.m.

“Dear Dumb Diary” PG, Headquarters.

July 24, 5:30 p.m.

“Pay it Forward” PG-13, East Branch.

July 25, 6:30 p.m.

“Pay it Forward” PG-13, Headquarters.

July 26, 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.

“Pursuit of Happyness” PG-13, South Branch.

July 28, 10 a.m.

“Pay it Forward” PG-13, Headquarters.

July 31, 5:30 p.m.

“How to Train Your Dragon 2” PG, East Branch.

August 1, 6:30 p.m. 

“How to Train Your Dragon 2” PG, Headquarters

August 2, 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.

“Hidden Figures” PG, South Branch.

August 4, 10 a.m.

“How to Train Your Dragon 2” PG, Headquarters.

August 7, 5:30, p.m.

“Hidden Figures” PG, East Branch.

August 8, 6:30 p.m.

“Hidden Figures” PG, Headquarters.

August 9, 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. 

“How to Train Your Dragon 2” PG, South Branch.

August 11, 10 a.m.

“Hidden Figures” PG, Headquarters.