Healthy Highland

04/05/2026

🌷🐣 Happy Easter from the Highland Neighborhood Association! 🐰🌸

Wishing all of our neighbors a joyful and peaceful Easter filled with love, hope, and time spent with family and friends.

As we celebrate this season of renewal and new beginnings, let’s continue to support one another and build a stronger, more connected Highland community. 💛

Enjoy the day, stay safe, and don’t forget to spread a little kindness wherever you go!

04/02/2026

The Gastonia Farmers Market is opening for the season! Join us to shop fresh, local goods and support local farmers and vendors.

📅 Opening Day: Saturday, April 4
⏰ Time: 7:30 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Location: 410 E. Long Ave., Gastonia, NC

Visitors can shop for:
• Fresh produce
• Baked goods
• Plants and seedlings
• Local crafts
• Coffee and more

💳 The Gastonia Farmers Market accepts SNAP/EBT benefits, making it easier for families to purchase fresh, healthy foods while supporting local farmers.

Bring your family, meet local growers, and enjoy a morning at the market while supporting our local food system.

04/01/2026

Everyone is invited! Join us for a day of free food, fun, fellowship, wellness education, and community connection. This event is FREE and open to all, so bring your family, friends, and neighbors.

04/01/2026

04/01/2026

03/25/2026

🌱 Gastonia Farmers Market Opening Day

The Gastonia Farmers Market is opening for the season! Join us to shop for fresh, local goods and support local farmers and vendors.

📅 Opening Day: Saturday, April 4
⏰ Time: 7:30 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Location: 410 E. Long Ave., Gastonia, NC

Visitors can shop for:
• Fresh produce
• Baked goods
• Plants and seedlings
• Local crafts
• Coffee and more

Bring your family, meet local growers, and enjoy a morning at the market while supporting our local food system.

03/16/2026

See you there!!

03/16/2026

📢 Gaston County Job Fair – March 17, 2026

Looking for a job or exploring new career opportunities? Join us at the Gaston County Job Fair, where multiple employers will be onsite and hiring.

📅 Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Gaston County Public Library
1555 E. Garrison Blvd., Gastonia, NC

This event is sponsored by the Gaston Workforce Development Board and hosted by NCWorks.

Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with employers from industries including healthcare, manufacturing, staffing, public service, and the military. Participating employers include organizations such as CaroMont Health, Kintegra Health, Chick-fil-A, Randstad, Proman, FilSpec, UniqueTex, Truist, Express Employment Professionals, McEwen Industries, Gaston County Schools, the NC Army National Guard, the U.S. Navy, and more.

💼 Bring copies of your resume and be prepared to speak with recruiters.

📧 For more information: Chelsea.Valentine@gastongov.com

📞 Phone: 704-862-7971

♿ Accessibility: Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities.

03/14/2026

Struggling to keep up with rent? You’re not alone.

If you’re facing past due rent or housing instability, help may be available. NC 2-1-1 connects Gaston County residents to local resources, including rental assistance programs, housing support, and other essential services.

It’s free, confidential, and available 24/7.

Call 2-1-1 to connect with the support you need.

03/14/2026

Keep Gastonia Beautiful is looking for volunteers of all ages and abilities to help us grow our organization. IF you are interested in helping to Keep Gastonia Beautiful please fill our volunteer interest form and as projects come available, our staff will reach out with more details on how to get connected.

Link to the interest form: https://loom.ly/T_H8vX4

03/14/2026

📢 Community Representatives Needed – Gaston County Food Policy Council

Do you live in Gaston County and have experience using programs like WIC, SNAP, food pantries, Meals on Wheels, or free/reduced school meals? Your voice can help improve our local food system.

You don’t need special training—your lived experience matters.

✔ Share your experiences and ideas
✔ Participate in council or committee meetings
✔ Receive a stipend to help cover transportation, childcare, or lost wages

📩 Interested or have questions?
Contact: Regina Knox
📧 regina.knox@gastongov.com
📞 704-853-5114