Community Calendar
Lewis Rec Celebration of Black Culture and Unity (END JUN 12)
The City of Greensboro’s Lewis Recreation Center will be hosting a Celebration of Black Culture and Unity on Friday June 12, from 6-8pm, at 3110 Forest Lawn Drive. In addition to various vendors, this free and open to the public event will feature performances by BATO Dance and Parade and Drill Team. For more information, visit greenbsoro-nc.gov.
First Responder Friday (END JUN 12)
The Greensboro Fire Department will host First Responder Friday on Friday, June 12, from 10:30am to 1:30pm at Barber Park in Greensboro. This free, family-friendly event gives children and families an opportunity to meet local first responders, explore emergency vehicles, participate in safety activities, and enjoy games, giveaways, food, and more. For questions, call 336-430-6009.
Celebrate Pollinators Day (END JUN 13)
The NC Cooperative Extension – Guilford County Center invites everyone to Celebrate Pollinators Day on Saturday, June 13, from 9am to noon, at the Karen C. Neill Demonstration Garden, 3309 Burlington Road in Greensboro. Visitors can explore more than 15 gardens showcasing gardening ideas and pollinator-friendly practices, learn about native bees, make their own bee hotel, and more. For more information, call 336-641-2414.
TAB Arts Center’s The Art Of Poetry Fundraiser (END JUN 13)
TAB Arts Center, in partnership with Kids Poetry Basketball and the African American Atelier, proudly announces The Art of Poetry Fundraiser, an immersive celebration of visual art, spoken word, and community empowerment taking place on Saturday, June 13, from 2-6pm at the Greensboro Cultural Arts Center. For complete details, visit TABartsCenter.org, or call 336-207-3883.
MUSEP Returns (END JUN 14)
Creative Greensboro’s Music for a Sunday Evening in the Park Concert Series will return for its 47th season, running from Sunday, June 14, through Sunday, August 23rd, with concerts in various park locations throughout Greensboro. All concerts are free to the public, although donations are collected to help sustain the series. The full schedule can be found at creativegreensboro.com.
Randolph County CARE and DARE Camps (END JUN 15)
This summer, the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office will again offer CARE and DARE summer camps to homeschoolers and private school children, grades 2 through 7, at no cost. The camps are 8:30am to 12:30pm from July 27 to July 31, and will take place at Southmont Elementary, 2497 Southmont School Road in Asheboro. To apply by the June 15 deadline, call 336-318-6568.
Jack and Jill Juneteenth Service Day (END JUN 18)
On Thursday, June 18, 2026, more than 500 teens and adult volunteers from Jack and Jill of America, Inc. Mid-Atlantic Region will serve six Guilford County Schools in a single afternoon. Activities will include painting, organizing classrooms, assembling teacher appreciation kits, and helping prepare schools for the 2026–2027 school year. The service day takes place one day before Juneteenth. For complete details, call (704) 962-0146.
GSO Juneteenth Closings (END JUN 19)
In observance of Juneteenth, Greensboro city offices will be closed on Friday, June 19, with no trash or recycling collections. Instead, Friday’s collection will take place on Thursday, and Thursday’s collection on Wednesday. The Greensboro Public Library, History Museum, and Cultural Center will also be closed. GTA will offer regular service, and will run fare free on the 19th. All City parks, trails, and greenways remain open. For more information, visit greensboro-nc.gov.
Juneteenth Triad Farmers Market (END JUN 19)
The Triad Black Faith Leaders and Black Farmers Network will host the third annual Juneteenth Triad Farmers Market on Friday, June 19, at the Hayes-Taylor Memorial YMCA in Greensboro. This free, family-friendly event will take place from noon to 6pm, celebrating the Day Of Freedom through community engagement, local entrepreneurship, and agriculture. For more information, email watkinlc@yahoo.com.
Historic Magnolia House Juneteenth Brunch
In honor of Juneteenth, The Historic Magnolia House will feature a specially curated Juneteenth Brunch Menu throughout the weekend, celebrating the rich culinary traditions, flavors, and foodways connected to Black freedom, resilience, and Southern heritage. Walk-ins are Welcome. For details on this and other Magnolia House events, visit TheHistoricMagnoliaHouse.org.
Juneteenth GSO Fest (END JUN 21)
Royal Expressions Contemporary Ballet presents the 6th Annual Juneteenth GSO Fest June 18th through the 21st, featuring the 5k, Family Fest, and Brunch. This year’s festival renews its focus on wellness, economic empowerment, and generational progress—while continuing to center the arts, culture, and community connections. For a full schedule of events, visit juneteenthGSOfestival.com.
Green Girls Summer Camp (END JUN 25)
The City of Greensboro’s Office of Sustainability and Resilience will host Green Girls, a free four-day summer camp for middle school-age girls focused on science, sustainability, and environmental research. The camp will be held Monday, June 22 – Thursday, June 25, from 1-5 pm each day. Registration is required. For more information, visit www.greensboro-nc.gov/GreenGirls.
McLaurin-Harris Annual Family Fun Community Day (END JUN 28)
McLaurin-Harris Funeral Home is celebrating 95 years with its Annual Family Fun Community Day on Sunday, June 28th, from 3-7pm, at Lake Reidsville, 630 Water Works Road in Reidsville. There will be door prizes, activities for both children and adults, health screenings, a live DJ, and more. Don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs. For more information, call 336-349-8286.
Apply for an Open Spot on GSO LGBTQ+ Task Force (END JUN 30)
Now through Tuesday, June 30, Greensboro residents may apply for one of five open positions on the City’s LGBTQ+ Task Force. With the support and direction of the Human Rights Department, the group examines rules, policies, and procedures that create discriminatory barriers, while providing public education on LGBTQ+ issues. For more info, visit greensboro-nc.gov/HR, or call 336-373-2038.
Gate City Alumni Membership Drive and Summer Mixer (END JUL 11)
The North Carolina A&T State University Gate City Alumni Chapter Membership Committee presents the 2026-2027 Membership Drive and Summer Mixer. Join in for an afternoon filled with food, music, fellowship, vendors, and good vibes on Saturday, July 11, from 4-7pm, at the Charlotte Hawkins Brown Museum, 6136 Burlington Road in Gibsonville. For more info, visit bit.ly/2627MembershipDrive.
Guilford Low-Income Homeowner Assistance Grant (disc. JUL 15)
Guilford County is launching a Low-Income Homeowner Assistance Grant to support qualifying homeowners. The program’s application period will first open to residents ages 65 and older, beginning Wednesday, July 15, and will then expand to all eligible residents on Sunday, August 16. To see if you qualify, visit GuilfordCountyNC.gov/HomeownerAssistance. Or call (336) 641-6336.
HELD GSO Presents Comedy Benefit with Maddie Wiener (END JUL 16)
Alongside James Austin Johnson of Saturday night fame, North Carolina native comedian and comedy writer Maddie Wiener is coming to 232 S Elm Street in Greensboro on Thursday July 16 for a night of comedy benefitting Held GSO, a local nonprofit that provides direct, no-strings-attached cash to people in need. Doors open at 6pm, and the show begins at 7. To learn more, or for ticketing information, visit HELDgso.org.
GCS Expansion of Summer Meal Distribution (disc. JUL 20)
Guilford County Schools is expanding its “summer meal distribution” program for children 18 and younger. Meals to-go will now be available for pickup at Monticello-Brown Summit Elementary, Simkins Elementary, Southern Middle, and Childcare Network Daycare in High Point. Families now have the option to pick up a week’s worth of breakfast and lunch at one time. For new program hours, or to register, visit gcsnc.com/summermeals.
GSO FD Fire Citizen’s Academy (END JUL 23)
The Greensboro Fire Department will host its annual Fire Citizens’ Academy at multiple fire stations throughout Greensboro, beginning July 23 and concluding on September 10. This eight-week program will take place each week from 6 to 8:30pm. Participants will also receive free CPR and First Aid certification as part of the program. For complete details, or to apply, visit Greensboro-nc.gov.
D-UP DreamFest (END JUL 25)
D-UP Inc. is proud to announce the return of its signature youth showcase, “Let’s Move to the Music,” and to launch “DreamFest,” a new festival experience celebrating its 10th Anniversary, on Saturday, July 25, from 11am – 2pm at 613 Washington Street in High Point. “DREAMFEST” will celebrate music, creativity, culture, fashion, youth empowerment, and artistic expression. To learn more, call 336-255-1831.
Participate in the Black American United Memory and Aging Project (disc. JUL 30)
Did you know that Black Americans are nearly twice as likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease? To help address this disparity, North Carolina A&T is inviting African Americans, age 55 or older, without a diagnosis of Alzheimers or dementia to participate in the Black American United Memory and Aging Project. To learn more, call 833-422-8627, option 1.
Social Justice Art Exhibition at NC A&T CESJ (END JUL 31)
The Center of Excellence for Social Justice at North Carolina A&T State University invites the community to experience its Social Justice Art Exhibition, on display through July 31, at the University Art Galleries in the Dudley Memorial Building. This free, dynamic exhibition highlights works that explore themes of equity, identity, and social change. For more information, contact cesj@ncat.edu.
Randolph County CARE Classic Golf Tournament (END AUG 12)
Randolph County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce the Second Annual C.A.R.E. Classic Golf Tournament, scheduled for August 27 at 247 Pinewood Road in Asheboro. The C.A.R.E. Classic supports the Child Abuse Reduction Effort program, providing child abuse prevention education to second graders in nearly every school across Randolph County. To apply by the August 12 deadline, call 336-318-6790.
NC A&T Fresh and Local Farmer’s Market (END AUG 26)
North Carolina A&T State University invites you to the Fresh and Local Farmer’s Market Wednesday mornings through August 26, from 10am to noon, at the AVB Student Health Center on campus. Shop fresh, local items and support a local farmer. SNAP/EBT Accepted, and SNAP dollars are quadrupled for eligible produce purchases. For questions, email freshandlocal@ncat.edu or call 336/285-4673.
Volunteer to be a North Carolina Guardian ad Litem
Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community? Over 800 children are currently in foster care in Guilford County. These children need a voice. They need someone to speak up and advocate on their behalf. To learn how you can advocate for youth in foster care, as a North Carolina Guardian ad Litem, visit volunteerforgal.com or contact the Guilford County Guardian ad Litem office at 336-412-7591.
Progressive Toastmasters Club Meetings
Attention Greensboro Community! Do you want to become a more confident speaker and leader? Do you struggle with public speaking? Then join the Progressive Toastmasters Club meeting on the first and third Tuesday of each month in the North Carolina A&T General Classroom Building, room A116. At Toastmasters, you’ll enhance your communication and public speaking skills while building confidence and self-awareness in a supportive environment. For more information, call (845) 464-8052.
GuilfordWorks Assisting Those Impacted By Recent Layoffs
GuilfordWorks is prepared to support those individuals impacted by a recent layoff in the Community. The NCWorks Career Centers in Guilford and Forsyth counties can provide career and job placement services to those impacted by unemployment or underemployment. For more information on employment, access to training, and other resources, call 336-373-3027.
Aggies at the Goal Line
The Aggies at the Goal Line program has been helping former North Carolina A&T State University students of all ages complete their degrees. If you never finished your degree, and it’s been at least 2 years since you last attended A&T, contact Aggies at the Goal Line via AGL@ncat.edu. Many students have been able to obtain their degree in less than one year. Reach out today! Don’t let anything hold you back!
Take Me Home
The Greensboro Police Department will be participating in the “Take Me Home” program. “Take Me Home” is a free program that allows family members and legal guardians to upload critical information for individuals with a cognitive impairment or developmental disability in the event that a registered individual encounters law enforcement or is reported missing. For more information, visit: greensboro-nc.gov/TakeMeHome.
TRIAD Goodwill Accepts Food Donations
A lot of people don’t know this, but Triad Goodwill accepts food donations and routes them to local food banks. Non-perishable food items are collected in all 23 Donation Centers located in Guilford, Alamance, Randolph, Rockingham and Caswell counties. For more information, call 336-544-5305 or visit triadgoodwill.org.
Library Makerspace
Greensboro Public Library invites both kids and adults to explore the 3D printers, cameras, audio production equipment, and sewing machines within one of its various Makerspaces. For more info, call 336-335-5430.