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Local businesses team up to support veterans
From free meals to car washes, our community is really looking out for our men and women of the Armed Forces. Both veterans and active duty military are being treated to free food and services,...
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Christmas tour at Reed Mine to benefit needy
Reed Gold Mine is holding a special Christmas tour, guided by costumed interpreters with focus on the holiday as miners would have experienced it.Tour-goers can enjoy refreshments provided by the...
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Free Christmas breakfast for veterans in Cabarrus County
The Cabarrus County Veterans Service office is hosting its annual Veterans' Christmas Breakfast.All veterans living in Cabarrus County are invited to a free breakfast, in appreciation for their...
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Kannapolis Library hosts free 'make your own ornament' event
The Kannapolis Library is hosting a 'make your own ornament' extravaganza.Artisans can test their crafting skills by making holiday ornaments from recycled materials such as old books and puzzle...
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'Live Long and Read' - A Sci-fi and Fantasy Book Club
The Kannapolis Library is hosting a sci-fi and fantasy book club.This months's book is Neil Gaiman's, "Stardust", a story about a half-fairy boy who searches for a star in a magical realm.Sci-fi and...
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'Holiday Traditions Around the World' presentation
The Kannapolis Library is holding its 'Holiday Traditions Around the World' presentation this week.Participants are invited to share their own customs, while learning about those of other...
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County offers up to $400 heating credit for senior citizens
The Cabarrus County Department of Human Services is offering assistance for senior citizens through the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP).The program offers a one-time annual payment toward...
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Health Department teaches healthy cooking class for kids
Cabarrus Health Alliance is teaching a hands-on cooking class for families this weekend.Kids ages 5 through 12 and their parents can learn how to prepare and enjoy wholesome food with fresh fruits and...
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Free workshop for job-hunting midlifers
The Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is offering a workshop for job-hunting midlifers.Participants can learn about a variety of topics including self-promotion and confidence building.The class also...
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American Heart Association celebrates National Wear Red Day
The American Heart Association (AHA) is inviting the public to show its support on National Wear Day.The Association's 'Go Red for Women' program celebrates the energy, passion and combined power that...
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Library helps parents with "birds and bees" talk
The Cabarrus County Public Library is teaching parents how to talk to their kids about sex.The purpose of the hour-long class is to give support and guidance to parents regarding the "birds and the...
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Library offers free Valentine's Day themed craft night
The Cabarrus County Public Library is offering a craft night in preparation for Valentine's Day.Participants can make heart shapes from yarn for that special someone in their life.Crafters can join the...
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Library offers free Facebook demonstration
The Cabarrus County Public Library is offering a Facebook demonstration this week.With over 800 million people using the social networking website, the library hopes to teach people about the site's...
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Chinese New Year Festival boasts free pre-show food and crafts
The Cabarrus Chinese American Association is hosting its annual Chinese New Year Festival this weekend.The public is invited to enjoy Chinese folk songs and dances, traditional Chinese music, and a Tai...
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College admissions professionals offer free tips to parents
Cannon School is helping parents prepare their children for college this week.Parents of Charlotte-area high school students in grades 9-11 are invited to learn how they can help their child find the...
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Program encourages young poets
The Cabarrus County Public Library is hosting a Poetry Talk group this week.Participants can find help and inspiration in this chat designed to encourage kids and teens with their poetry...
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Souper Bowl and Bake Sale to benefit Salvation Army
The Forest Hill United Methodist Church is hosting its Annual Souper Bowl and Bake Sale this week.Proceeds benefit Salvation Army projects such as its soup kitchen, night shelter, children's camps,...
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Black History Exhibit honors missionary
The Cabarrus County Public Library is celebrating Black History Month with an exhibit honoring the life and work of Mildred Florence Stevenson Harvey.Having served as Branch manager of Mechanics and...
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Program encourages young poets
The Cabarrus County Public Library is hosting a Poetry Talk group this week.Participants can find help and inspiration in this chat designed to encourage kids and teens with their poetry...
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Organization plans to dump rubber ducks in lake
Cabarrus Meals on Wheels is hosting its 4th Annual Ducktona Dash this weekend.The day holds fun for the whole family, beginning with a 5k/Fun Run and ending with 4,000 rubber ducks racing across the...
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