Saturday, Oct. 6, 2007, JAARS Day will feature how transportation helps get the Word of God translated for people around the world.           
            “Transportation?” you say. I’ve ridden in cars, buses, planes…. I know all about that.”            
            Consider again. Travel for missionaries involves rides that can thrill and chill more than any at amusement […]

The Jesse Helms Center cordially invites you to attend the 2007 Founders Day celebration with Dr. Paul Corts, President of the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities and Mr. Fred Barnes, Executive Editor for “The Weekly Standard.” 
On October 4, Mr. Barnes will be delivering a 2 pm lecture at the Recital Hall in the Batte Fine […]

October 20th, 10am-2pm
Downtown Monroe
Main St. 
Everyone is invited to participate in this safe, fun, family afternoon of Halloween activities!  This year’s festival will be bigger and better than ever as we combine our efforts with Downtown Monroe, Inc. to provide even more fun activities for everyone. 
All activities and booths are free and concessions will be available […]

Save the date for this unique downtown event that is far more than an art exhibit. On Friday, October 5,
from 5:30-9:30p.m., join in a walk of downtown Monroe that will feature all kinds of art being displayed in numerous businesses. and several venues will have live music. Types of art media […]

Imagine relaxing at a beautiful bed and breakfast, complete with tranquil gardens, elegant decor and luxury accommodations. You don’t have to simply imagine it - you can live it! Donate blood with the American Red Cross during the month of October and enter to win the “Fall into Donating” grand prize package, which […]

As the dog days of summer come to end and life settles into a predictable pattern of activities, let us all remember that opportunities abound in this community for becoming an involved citizen. Many activities are listed below in our blogs for attending events and for getting involved in programs that give back to this […]

The Union Symphony Society is pleased to announce its Classical Masters Concert featuring the music of Mozart, Haydn and Beethoven.  This outstanding evening of music will be held at the Central Academy of Technology and Arts on Brewer Drive in Monroe on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2007  at 7:30 in the evening.  Call 704-219-3936 for ticket […]

The Union County Community Arts Council is pleased to announce 3 of the many events sponsored by the Council during the month of October:
1. Currently on Exhibit at the Arts Council Gallery at 120 N. Main Street, Monroe, is Oscar Ortiz: The Art. This is in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 through […]

United Way is now half way through its yearly campaign to raise funds to support the 18 agencies that make up United Way in Union County.  Those agencies provide services for everyone from youth ( Scouting Programs) to the elderly (Council on Aging) , help meet the emergency needs of the community (Turning Point, Crisis […]

A night of fun for the entire family!  On Thursday night, Sept. 27, from 6:30 until 9:30pm., there will be Music on Main Street featuring The Catalinas.  There will be food vendors and activities and dancing for all ages.  The event is free and open to the public.  Wear your dancing shoes and bring you […]