Healthy Highland

02/25/2026

Celebrating our own Donyel Barber!

Charter Mom and Life Member Associate Donyel Barber was elected as the first black woman to serve on the City Council in Gastonia, NC. Her leadership has opened the door for two other black women to serve on city council in Gastonia and has changed the face of politics in Gaston County forever.

02/25/2026

02/23/2026

Explore innovative health solutions on our website today and take the first step towards a healthier lifestyle. Discover resources designed to empower your wellness journey and improve community health.

http://highlandna.org

02/22/2026

Taking place now....the Highland Art Park ribbon cutting at Erwin Park. Celebrating the people, places, and legacy of the Highland Neighborhood!

02/20/2026

You can help protect your heart against with self-care, like moving more, eating healthier, managing stress, not smoking/vaping, and getting enough quality sleep.

02/18/2026

💙 Barbara J. Brown, LPN Nursing Scholarship 💙
Honoring a Legacy of Compassion and Service

The Annie Catherine Pridgen Community Development Foundation is offering a $1,000 nursing scholarship in honor of Barbara J. Brown, LPN, who dedicated nearly 60 years to caring for her community.

📅 Applications Open: February 5, 2026
📅 Deadline: March 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM
📅 Recipient Announced: April 29, 2026

If you are pursuing nursing and feel called to serve others, we encourage you to apply.

🔗 Learn more at: acpproject.org
📧 Email: info@acpproject.org

02/18/2026

🍞 Breaking Bread is Back for a Second Helping! 🍞

Join us for the first conversation in the series:

📅 Thursday, February 26
🕧 12:30 PM (EST)
RegistrationLink: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/1mun0wEmS0Oj7D0EuFvuAw #/registration

This powerful discussion will center on Black farmers on the edge of resistance, specifically their fight against the USDA.

Leading the conversation is Shirlette Ammons — a Black, q***r, Southern truth-teller and Emmy and Peabody Award–winning TV producer, poet, and musician from eastern North Carolina. In 2025, Shirlette released the audio series Tending, profiling Black farmers involved in a landmark class action lawsuit against the USDA — a fight that became one of the largest class action civil rights lawsuits in U.S. history.

Don’t miss this opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue about justice, resilience, and the future of Black farming.

02/14/2026

that heart disease impacts some communities more than others? This , let’s raise awareness and support each other in building heart-healthy habits. Staying active and connected makes a big difference! Get involved: www.nhlbi.nih.gov/heartmonth

02/13/2026

✨ Black History Month Special Performance ✨

Created, written, and performed by acclaimed playwright and producer Ira Knight, this powerful one-man play offers an intimate and authentic look at the complex human side of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. — beyond a mere impersonation.

“From Myth to Man: Martin Luther King, An Interpretation” explores Dr. King as a husband, father, and brother, revealing the man behind the historical icon in the final moments before his assassination.

This is a unique opportunity to connect with the humanity and enduring legacy of the civil rights leader.

📅 Saturday, February 21, 2026
🕛 12:00 PM
📍 Mt. Zion Family Life Center

The performance is suitable for adults and students alike — so invite your friends and family to experience this moving and thought-provoking presentation.

02/12/2026

Access vital health resources and support for the Highland community by visiting our website. Together, we can create a healthier future for everyone in our neighborhood.

http://highlandna.org

02/12/2026

Community health insights await you—take the first step towards a healthier future by visiting our website today. Your engagement can lead to meaningful change in Highland.

http://highlandna.org

02/12/2026

💚 Be the Blessing Day – Community Event 💚

Join Movement Community Life Concepts (MCLC) for Be the Blessing Day on:

📅 Saturday, February 21st
⏰ 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM
📍 1513 Florida St., Gastonia, NC

This community event will provide essential items, support, resources, and connections.

Available items include:
• Free food
• Clothing
• Hygiene items
• Other necessary resources

All are welcome. Let us serve you!