Community Calendar

All throughout September, guests are invited to join the mountain’s naturalists as they count and celebrate the annual spectacle of fall raptor migration. Participants can observe the migration from viewing locations on Linville Peak (across the Mile High Swinging Bridge) and Half Moon Overlook (the first major overlook when entering the park). Included with admission.

Dive into adventure with our NEW IMMOTION VR Experience: Shark Dive, launching May 22nd at CSC!

Get up close with the incredible sharks of Tiger Beach in this thrilling, immersive underwater experience. No wetsuit required.

Flat Footed Truths: Stories of Lived Experiences is a juried quilt exhibition featuring quilts and fiber art that depict the soul-stirring, truth-telling, and compelling stories of African American women.

This exhibit is named and influenced by the book written by Patricia Bell-Scott, Flat Footed Truths: Telling Black Women’s Lives. These stories and the truths they tell come to life in this unforgettable exhibit.

Co-curated by Francene V. Greene and Michelle Curney Willis.

Learn more by visiting: https://cabarrusartscouncil.org/flat-footed-truths/

✨ See how much fun a whole year can bring!

-A Tony nominee for Best Musical, Score, and Book
-Follow the adventures of happy Frog and cranky Toad through four seasons
-Enjoy a colorful production with a jazzy, upbeat score
-An adventure spanning all four seasons - planting gardens, swimming, raking leaves, and sledding!
-This "one-year" journey flies by in One-Act, approx. 70 min.

Show Dates and Times:

Sep 19 at 11 AM and 3 PM
Sep 20 at 11 AM and 2 PM
Sep 26 at 11 AM and 3 PM
Sep 27 at 11 AM and 2 PM
Oct 3 at 11 AM and 3 PM
Oct 4 at 11 AM and 2 PM
Oct 10 at 11 AM and 3 PM
Oct 11 at 11 AM and 2 PM

-ASL-Interpreted Show: Oct 3 at 3 PM
-Sensory-Friendly Performance: Oct 11 at 11 AM

Tucked away on the edge of Clemson University’s campus are the remains of the Cherokee town of Esseneca and Fort Rutledge. Most people passing by the old monument near the site are unaware of the history. On August 1, 1776, a small battle occurred at Esseneca between the South Carolina militia and British/Cherokee force. Following the skirmish, the militia destroyed the town and built Fort Rutledge. The fort played an important role in the American Revolution serving as a staging area for patriot expeditions. It also served as a mechanism of settler colonialism, further displacing the Cherokee from their home. The British "destroyed" the fort in 1780, and nature buried what was left over the centuries. This history is little remembered. In 2021, Clemson faculty and students partnered with the National Park Service and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians to unearth what was left of the fort. This research led to new and unexpected discoveries that are changing our understanding of the region’s history.

Presented in person and virtually. To attend via Zoom, register via this link: https://bit.ly/4fTPXtS

DINOSAUR! has made their way back to CSC! Get ready to come face-to-face with jaw-dropping fossils, thrilling prehistoric discoveries, and hands-on Jurassic fun for explorers of all ages.

The ROAR of prehistoric fun is her, don’t miss it!

We have much to celebrate in this 250th year of the American story, yet we need also to recognize and honor the ongoing efforts for Indigenous Nations to obtain their full rights as Nations within our Nation. The year 1876 saw the last triumphs of Indian martial power in the American West, as well as the painful loss of independence in Indian Country. Yet we may also claim this as a pivotal moment toward to rebirth of Indigenous political innovation, activism, and assertion of right to autonomy and self-determination.

Presented by Dr. James F. Brooks, Carl and Sally Gable Distinguished Professor of History at University of Georgia, this illustrated talk looks at how the collapse of Reconstruction in the Deep South prefigured a century of rebirth and survivance among the 575 Indian Nations resident in our United States today.

Presented in person and virtually. To attend via Zoom, register via this link: https://bit.ly/4hHtocO

"Americans" was developed by the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian. The exhibition was adapted for travel by Museum on Main Street, a collaboration between the Smithsonian Institution and state humanities councils across the country. Support is provided by the Smithsonian’s Our Shared Future:250, a Smithsonian-wide initiative commemorating the nation’s 250th.

"Americans" has been made possible in South Carolina by South Carolina Humanities.

This is a night you don’t want to miss!
Join AxcessPointe Health System at the Velvet Hour Gala as we celebrate 20 years of expanding access to quality care and serving our communities. Enjoy an unforgettable evening featuring live music, a silent auction, raffles, and more!

September 25, 2026
6 PM - 10 PM
Ten Tenths Motor Club
4900 Morehead Rd, Concord, NC 28027

Tickets are on sale now. Secure yours today: https://ddock.co/EI8SPYYGOX

For more information about AccessPointe Health System please visit - https://www.aphs.org/

Celebrate the art of storytelling, an evening featuring twelve of the most memorable storytellers at the Best of Open Mic Storytellers Invitational.

Once a year, outstanding storytellers are invited back to perform in this special showcase featuring twelve of the season's most memorable presentations. Enjoy an evening of engaging, heartfelt, humorous, and thought-provoking stories in a relaxed, non-competitive atmosphere. Whether you're a writer, storyteller, or simply love a great story well told, this annual event is a favorite tradition celebrating the talent and creativity of our members.

Admission is free. Light refreshments will be provided, and beverages will be available for purchase. Bring a friend and enjoy an unforgettable evening of storytelling.

Our season kicks off this September with a story that’s as American as apple pie. Based on The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and adapted by Laura Eason, this imaginative production brings to life one of the greatest childhood adventures ever told.

Join Tom Sawyer, Huck Finn, and Becky Thatcher as they navigate mischief, first love, and thrilling escapades—from whitewashing fences to discovering hidden treasure. Along the way, they encounter danger, excitement, and the unforgettable lessons of growing up. Filled with humor, heart, and boundless imagination, this is a celebration of everything that makes childhood magical. Directed by Juliet Blanks, performances run September 18, 19, 25, and 26—so mark your calendars and get ready for adventure!