Gaston County residents looking forward to a week’s worth of community engagement can indulge in a variety of activities catering to all ages, as the Gaston County Government announces a colorful lineup for September 1-7. Beginning with Labor Day closures, county offices will give their employees a day off yesterday, ensuring that the start of the week observes the national dedication to the American workforce.
An event that stands to illuminate the importance of literacy in Gaston County, the "Flash a Light on Literacy" fundraiser, is set to transform Kate's Skating Rink into a beacon for education on Labor Day. Visitors aiming to help raise funds for Gaston County Office of Emergency Management and Fire Service's partnership with Gaston County Schools just need to mention they are there for Tryon Elementary to contribute to the goal of putting a book in every child's hand, while the kids who are home enjoy their time off school with a skate from 12:00-8:00 pm.
For families seeking cultural enrichment, the Gaston County Museum offers "Family Storytime with the Gaston County Museum" on Wednesday, September 3. The series is designed to spark young imaginations through the amalgamation of storytelling, music, and crafts, starting at 10:30 am at the Gaston County Museum of Art & History, as confirmed by Gaston County Government's schedule.
Environmental consciousness is on the agenda for Saturday, as Gaston County hosts a Household Hazardous Waste Collection event on September 6. Aiming to prevent the contamination of natural resources, residents can dispose of items like solvents, weed killer, and batteries from 8:00-11:30 am at Dallas Park straight, rather than potentially polluting local lakes or streams. Without proper disposal, these items may end up causing harm, a threat to the environment, or public health.
History buffs can step back in time at the Howser House Open House at Kings Mountain State Park. With the opportunity to tour the unique stone structure built in 1803, the day promises self-guided and guided tours and period craft demonstrations designed to showcase life in the early 19th-century piedmont. The event runs from 10:00 am-3:00 pm on September 6, as detailed by official announcements.
Book lovers have the chance to meet local author Dixie Abernathy at the Gaston County Public Library, as she discusses her second book in the best-selling "Cramerton: A Trilogy" series. The event, set for 11:00 am on September 6 in the Main Library's Carol K. Reinhardt Auditorium, is sponsored by the Friends of the Gaston County Public Library, Gaston County Government, and other local organizations, as enumerated in the Gaston County statement.
A complete list of community happenings can be found on GoGastonNC.org, with county government and municipal events listed on the Community Calendar at GastonGov.com.
