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Pick your distance with a 5K or a half marathon on demanding singletrack. The course includes more than 1,000 feet of elevation gain, offering a serious challenge for trail runners at either length.

5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte

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At the Salisbury/Rowan Farmers' Market, The Soap Shack NC, LLC and Sawdust, Sparks, Stitches will be set up as vendors with an extensive selection of handmade goods. Offerings include XL goat milk soaps in over 40 scents, goat milk laundry soaps, mop soaps, all purpose cleaners, bath bombs and salts, goat milk lotions, beard oils and balms, linen and room sprays, dog shampoos, lip balms and scrubs, car diffusers, wash rags, loofahs, and soy wax candles and melts. They will also have an array of sewn and crafted items such as farmhouse aprons, baby wash rags, bib and burp cloth sets, jar openers, tea towels, flower pots, dog bandanas, birdhouses, key wristlets, and bowl coozies. Every item is made from scratch on their farm by the two makers.

228 E. Kerr Street, Salisbury

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HeroRun spotlights the people who strengthen the community, from veterans and active-duty military to teachers, healthcare workers, first responders, coaches, parents, and neighbors. Presented by American Asset Corporation with Fairview Plaza, the event brings together runners, walkers, families, businesses, and supporters for a morning focused on fitness, connection, and purpose. Each registration supports Veterans Bridge Home, a Charlotte nonprofit that links veterans and their families to resources that help them transition successfully and thrive after military service. Participants may aim for a personal record, walk with a stroller, take part as a team, or show their support, all while contributing to something that reaches beyond the finish line.

5950 Fairview Rd, Charlotte

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Life Changing Church in Charlotte is hosting a Faith in Action mobile mammogram event focused on breast health and the lifesaving value of early detection. Women connected to the church and the wider community, along with families, friends, and coworkers, are encouraged to put self-care first by booking a screening. Appointments are available. Share the message with a mother, sister, daughter, aunt, friend, coworker, or church sister who should be screened. Take a step of faith for your health and future with proactive, empowered care.

11229 Plaza Road Extension, Charlotte

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Enjoy an upbeat, low-impact workout in a warm indoor pool that combines water-based cardio with strength and endurance training while staying gentle on the joints. The water is kept near 88 degrees to support comfortable, year-round movement and recovery. Expect heart-focused conditioning using water resistance, exercises that build stamina and strength, and rotating formats that keep each class fresh, all within a supportive environment. This class welcomes every fitness level and suits anyone looking for an effective, joint-friendly cardio option. Held in the indoor heated pool at Catawba Valley Medical Center Fitness Plus. Access is included with a Fitness Plus membership, and non-members or guests can participate for $8 per class.

812 Fairgrove Church Rd, Hickory

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Celebrate Halloween with a family friendly gathering outside the store featuring complimentary pumpkins while supplies last, plenty of candy for trick-or-treaters, creative activities for kids and families, and lots of costume fun. Gabriel and Aiko will be on site in full costume. There is no admission fee, everyone is welcome, and costumes are encouraged.

9751 Sam Furr Rd, Huntersville

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This harvest season market at Rhino Market & Deli in downtown Charlotte brings the community together with local sellers and authors, face painting activities, and a costume competition. It centers on hometown spirit and the harvest season.

1500 W Morehead St, Charlotte

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Guided tours open the door to the city’s second-oldest home, the 1815 Historic Rosedale house, where interpreters illuminate the history of its 15-room Federal-era design and daily life during the antebellum period. The tour also highlights the architecture and decorative arts preserved in this restored museum, with a look at the African American Legacy Project and rotating exhibits. Check in at the Welcome Center before your tour, then take time to stroll the gardens, explore the grounds, and visit the reconstructed blacksmith shop on your own. Those attending a later tour may want to explore the grounds beforehand. Advance tickets are recommended. Tour tickets include admission to the grounds, so no separate grounds fee applies. Tours take place rain or shine, with no refunds.

3427 N Tryon St, Charlotte

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