TODAY
Labor Day.
Labor Day Picnic and Membership Roundup, sponsored by Children and Youth Committee of J.C. Price American Legion Post 107 and Auxiliary, noon to 2 p.m. Children under 6 must be accompanied by adult. Bring school supplies for needy students.
Kannapolis History Associates, 7 p.m., Rotary Hall, 211 West Ave., Kannapolis.
TUESDAY, Sept. 6
Rowan County Board of Commissioners, 3 p.m., Rowan County Administration Building, 130 W. Innes St.
Salisbury City Council, 4 p.m., City Hall
Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners, 3:30 pm, Cabarrus County Governmental Center, 65 Church St., SE, Concord.
Granite Quarry Board of Aldermen, 7 p.m., Town Hall.
China Grove Board of Aldermen, 7 p.m., 308 E. Centerview St.
Through a Soldierís Eyes: Remembering Vietnam, exhibition at Waterworks Visual Art Center through Nov. 19. www.waterworks.org
WEDNESDAY, Sept. 7
Red Cross blood drive, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, 1333 Jake Alexander Blvd.
Lunch and Learn, a Home Instead fundraiser for the Alzheimerís Association, 1:30 p.m., Green Leaf Cafe, N.C. Research Campus. Presentation: Margaret Moody, Alzheimerís Association. $15 advance ticket purchase necessary. For more information, call 704-788-3399 or 704-636-2010.
North Carolina Streetcar History, 1 p.m. lecture at Bob Julian Roundhouse, N.C. Transportation Museum, Spencer. Adults $5, seniors and active military $4, children 3-12 $3.
Landis Board of Aldermen, 7 p.m., Town Hall, 312 S. Main St.
THURSDAY, Sept. 8
International Literacy Day.
Beginning Runnersí Class kick off, 6 p.m., Salisbury Civic Center, eight consecutive Thursdays, $55 for new runners, free for members of Salisbury-Rowan Runners.
ěLiving Downstream,î free screening, 7 p.m., Kannapolis Rotary Hall, 211 West St., Kannapolis. Followed by panel discussion.
FRIDAY, Sept. 9
Cabarrus County Fair, Sept. 9-17, Cabarrus Arena & Events Center, 4759 Hwy 49 N. Concord. www.cabarruscounty.us/government/departments/fair
Centennial Exhibit, honoring Robert and Kay Doares, reception 5-8 p.m., Center for Faith and the Arts, 207 W. Harrison St. Show will continue through Sunday.
SATURDAY, Sept. 10
Flapjack Fundraiser at Applebeeís for Allen Temple Presbyterian Church, 7-10 a.m., 205 Faith Road. All proceeds directly benefit the church. Tickets are $7 and can be purchased at the door or by calling (704) 278-1384.
Tack Sale to benefit The Horse Protection Society of North Carolina, a sanctuary for abused, abandoned and starved horses, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., rain or shine, in the Indoor Training Arena at the sanctuary, 2135 Miller Road, China Grove, NC 28023.
Memories of Yesteryears, at The Price of Freedom Museum, Weaver and Patterson roads, with Annual China Grove Barbecue Cookoff. Fundraiser for We Care Ministry and The Price of Freedom Museum, and remembrance of Sept. 11, 2001. Displays and museum open at 9 a.m.; cook-off 11 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information, contact Bob Mault at 704-857-7474.
The Rowan Tea Party Patriots menís breakfast, 8-10 a.m., Ryanís Steakhouse, Jake Alexander Boulevard Ladies welcome; guests will be City Council candidates Rip Kersey and Ben Lynch, and legislative candidate Vernon Robinson.
Annual Meeting, Rowan Iredell Volunteer Fire Department, 7 p.m., Chenault Road, Cleveland. All property owners are invited to attend.
Sashaís Birthday Party, annual fundraiser for Faithful Friends no-kill animal sanctuary, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Stitchiní Post Gifts, 104 S. Main St. Games, contests, prizes and fun for kids of all ages. Adoptable kittens and puppies. Bring cat or dog food for Faithful Friends and receive a gift. For more information visit www.spgifts.com or call Pam at 704-636-4121.
Love & Revenge & Politics: Writing to Feel Better, led by Alan Michael Parker, Weathers Creek. www.weatherscreek.net/.
2nd Saturday Art Crawl, 1-5 p.m., Salisbury and Spencer. Maps and free parking available at galleries and at the Rowan Arts Council office. More info: 704-638-9887.
Jazz concert and silent auction, presented by Salisbury-Rowan Choral Society. Doors open at 7 p.m., preshow at 7:30 p.m., concert at 8 p.m. Looking Glass Artists Collective, 405 N. Lee St.
Patronís Ball for Rowan Regional Medical Center Foundation, Peeler Crystal Lounge, Robertson College Community Center, Catawba College.
SUNDAY, Sept. 11
The Testament of Freedom cantata, 5-6 p.m.,commemmorative community event on 10th anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001, at Omwake-Dearborn Chapel, Catawba College, 2300 W. Innes St. Sponsored by First Presbyterian Church music ministry, with singers from four downtown churches, bagpipes and honor guard. Free and open to the public. www.salisburyfirstpres.org
Grandparentsí Day.
Punt, Pass and Kick, 2 p.m., Catawba College. No charge. For more information, call Hall Gym at 704-638-5289.
Celebrating Rowan Countyís Young Artists, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Waterworks Visual Arts Center, 123 E. Liberty St.
MONDAY, Sept. 12
Business After Hours, 5-7 p.m., SunTrust Bank, Downtown Salisbury, for members of the Rowan County Chamber of Commerce.
Kannapolis City Council, workshop meeting, 6 p.m., Train Station, 201 S. Main St.
East Spencer Town Board of Aldermen, 6:30 p.m., Town Hall.
Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 909, 7 p.m., Cabarrus Senior Center, 331 Corban Ave SE (NC 73 East), Concord. Light meal at 6:30 p.m. Meeting will include information about national meeting held in Reno, Nev. For information, contact Nelson Lee at 704-467-2246 or Bob Downer at 980-621-8735.
Red Cross blood drive, 1-5:30 p.m., E.H. Dole Chapter, 1930 Jake Alexander Blvd.
TUESDAY, Sept. 13
Salisbury Post Senior Expo, Salisbury Mall, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, Sept. 14
ěLovely Stillî movie showing, 7 p.m., Gem Theater, Kannapolis, $5 ticket in advance, $6 at door. Alzheimerís Foundation fundraiser, with presentation.
THURSDAY, Sept. 15
Day of Caring for Rowan County United Way.
Salisbury Toastmasters Club – People Growing Together Open House, 5:15 p.m., J.F. Hurley YMCA Boardroom, 828 Jake Alexander Blvd. Food, fun and a drawing for one free membership fee ($20 value). PGT Toastmasters meet every Thursday at Hurley Y. Guests welcome. Membership open to the public. Improve your speaking and leadership skills in a friendly, supportive atmosphere. Contact: Tim Edwards 704-431-9390 or Curtis Treece 704-433-7878 or pgt.freetoasthost.ws.
SATURDAY, Sept. 17
Kannapolis Kares Day, daylong volunteer event, 7 a.m. kickoff and breakfast, Cannon YMCA. Attendees are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy for the Empty Stocking Fund. For information, contact Brett Crosby at 704-939-9622 or bcrosby@cannonymca.org.
Germanfest, 5-9 p.m., Old Stone House, one-half mile down Stone House Road, off U.S. 52 in Granite Quarry. To benefit Rowan Museum.
Mulch Give-Away, Town of Spencer Public Works Department, 704-633-5331.
Flight of Honor, carries veterans to Washington, D.C., to see World War II memorial and other sights.
Five-Hour Indoor Bike Ride, benefitting Prevent Child Abuse Rowan, at The Forum, 2318 S. Main St., 8 a.m.-1 p.m. $125 per team. For information, call 704-633-6638.
Rowan-Cabarrus Walk to End Alzheimerís, 9 a.m., N.C. Research Campus, 201 N. Main St., Kannapolis.
MONDAY, Sept. 19
Rowan County Fair, 60th year, Sept. 19-24, between I-85 and Old Concord Road at 1560 1560 Julian Road. www.rowancountyfair.org/home
Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners, 6:30 pm, Cabarrus County Governmental Center, 65 Church St., SE, Concord.
TUESDAY, Sept. 20
Legislative Town Hall, featuring Rep. Thom Tillis, speaker of the N.C. House, noon. Cooperís (formerly Brick Street Tavern), 122 E. Fisher St. RSVP at speaker.rsvp@ncleg.net.
THURSDAY, Sept. 22
Biker Blues BBQ Rally & Kansas City BBQ Society cookoff, Sept. 22-24, Tilley Harley-Davidson of Salisbury, starting with Pre-Rally Party on 22nd. Benefits Godstock, Salisbury Fraternal Order of Police and The Folds of Honor Foundation. www.bikerbluesbbqrally.com
Red Cross blood drive, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Livingstone College, Aggrey Student Center, 701 W. Monroe St.
Reception, Arc of Rowan Exhibit, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Waterworks Visual Arts Center, 123 E. Liberty St.
FRIDAY, Sept. 23
First day of autumn.
Fall Convocation, Livingstone College, 10 a.m., Varick Auditorium.
Thomas the Tank Engine visits N.C. Transportation Museum, Sept. 23-25 and Sept. 30-Oct. 2. Tickets on sale at 866-468-7630 or www.nctrans.org.
SATURDAY, Sept. 24
Christian Motorcycle Rally, 8 a.m.-noon, Ridenow Dealership, 254 Concord Parkway South, Concord. Sponsored by A New Beginning Community ROC. For information, contact Steven Wright at 704-957-0999
Gold Hill Founderís Day, 10 a.m. parade, 11 a.m. entertainment. Contests, Civil War re-enactment and more. 735 St. Stephens Church Road, Gold Hill. For information, call 704-267-9439.
ěA Night At The Opryî fundraiser for Cystic Fibrosis ó 7 p.m., featuring music by DC & The Chosen Few, Lynn Owsley, Dottie Jack, David Ridenhour and G.W. Saunders. Doors open 6 p.m., St. Matthewís Lutheran Church. Food
Chrysanthemum sale, 8 a.m.-noonSpencer Womanís Club. $5 each, 8-inch pots. Pre-order at 704-636-7836.
Responsible Dog Ownership Day dog show and more, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Dan Nicholas Park, 6800 Bringle Ferry Road. Sponsored by the Salisbury Kennel Club and Friends in Fur Rescue. Includes Meet the Breeds fair, Fun Dog Shows and more.
SUN DAY, Sept. 25
Red Cross blood drive, 12:30-5 p.m., Faith Baptist Church, 203 N. Main St., Faith.
TUESDAY, Sept. 27
Red Cross blood drive, 2-6:30 p.m., North Hills Christian School, 2970 W. Innes St.
WEDNESDAY, Sept. 28
Rosh Hashanah begins at sunset.
THURSDAY, Sept. 29
An Evening With John Hart, 7th Annual Summer Reading Challenge, 7 p.m., Trinity Oaks Retirement Community Center.
Early release, Rowan-Salisbury Schools, with required workday Friday.
Cabarrus County Government 101, free eight-week course begins, 6 p.m.-8 p.m., Cabarrus County Governmental Center, 65 Church St. S., Concord. For more information, contact Aimee Hawkins at 704-920-2336.
Animal Control Operating Procedure Sub-committee of the Rowan County Board of Health, 6 p.m., Health Department Conference Room, 1811 E. Innes St. Next scheduled Board of Health meeting Oct. 11, 6:30 pm, same location.
SATURDAY, Oct. 1
North Rowan Alumni Association Annual Meeting, 9 a.m., at the high school.
Autumn Jubilee, Dan Nicholas Park, Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
MONDAY, Oct. 10
Columbus Day
TUESDAY, Oct. 11
Rowan County Board of Health, 6:30 p.m., Health Department, 1811 E. Innes St.
THURSDAY, Oct. 13
Fall break, Livingstone College, Oct. 13-14.
FRIDAY, Oct. 14
Homecoming, North Rowan High School. Alumni After Party for those 21 and above at Wrenn House.
SATURDAY, Oct. 22
Livingstone College Homecoming
THURSDAY, Oct. 27
Spencer Candidate Forum, 7 p.m., Spencer Womanís Club, 100 Third St. For information, call Marla Gobbel,704-637-0365, or Alane Mills, 704-636-2969.