Gastonia's cultural scene is buzzing with activities as August draws to a close, starting with the rescheduled screening of Sunflowers by Seventh Art Productions, set to take place today, at 6:00 p.m. The event, which is free to the public, will be held at the Pamela Kimbrell Warlick Visual and Performing Arts Center, located at Gaston Day School. Attendees are encouraged to show up early to enjoy a documentary on the making of the "The Old-Fashioned Way" Tony's Ice Cream exhibit, currently featured at the Museum. Light refreshments are promised to complement the cinematic experience, according to the Gaston County government's announcement.
Also on Monday, competition enthusiasts can join in on Trivia Nights at the Gaston County Public Library from 6:00 to 7:00 pm for a chance to not only thoroughly enjoy but to also win a prize. The event is crafted to accommodate all ages, with a rotation of new categories each date, providing variety and a challenge for regular participants. Those interested can compete as individuals or in teams, with a maximum of six players per group.
Local governance continues to be accessible to the public, with the Gaston County Board of Commissioners holding their Regular Meeting (Voting) on Tuesday, August 26. The event, open to the public, begins at 6:00 pm on the second floor of the Gaston County Courthouse, within the Harley B. Gaston, Jr. Public Forum. For those unable to attend in person, the meeting will be televised live on Spectrum Channel 16 and AT&T Uverse Channel 99, as well as livestreamed for wider accessibility.
For the book enthusiasts, Saturday marks the Belmont Bookshop’s Literary Festival. Located at the Upper Field of Stowe Park from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm, the event is free to enter and promises to be a delightful gathering for readers and writers alike, hosted in partnership with Downtown Belmont. Sadly, for those looking to borrow a good read, all libraries will be closed that Saturday.
Rounding off the week's events with a blast from the past, the BC Alive Concert & Cruise In on Saturday night puts a spotlight on the 80’s. From 4:00 to 10:00 pm at Centennial Park, festivities will be in full swing, featuring the band Kids In America. Guests are encouraged to dress in 80’s attire, bring along classic cars from the era, and party like it's "the 80’s," making it a throwback experience to remember.
