Thrive Union! North Carolina‘s next meeting will be Wednesday, August 19th beginning at noon at the Union County Human Services building at 2330 Concord Ave, Monroe, NC 28110-8767. They meet each month from 12pm to 1:15pm in Rooms A105 and A106.
Month: August 2026
Inclusive Adult Edible Art in Waxhaw
Inclusive Adult Edible Art is back at the Waxhaw Learning Center (509 S Providence). Participants will create colorful crafts they can eat! A fun activity for adults of varying abilities and their guardian/caregiver. The next class is Tuesday, August 25th, 2026 at 4 p.m. #UnionCountyNC
Pre-registration is required. Register online or call at 704-843-2195 x235. Link to register: https://ow.ly/jJ8n50ZA1gO
Union County Household Hazardous Waste Collection September 12
Mark your calendar! The 2026 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 12, at the Union County Ag & Event Complex.
Free for Union County residents, this event provides a safe way to get rid of certain household hazardous materials that aren’t accepted at County waste sites or in curbside collection containers.
Quantity limits apply, and only certain materials are accepted. See what you can bring and get all the event details at ucgov.info/HHW. #UnionCountyNC
An Evening for HealthQuest at the Grande Victorian
An Evening for HealthQuest is back on Thursday, September 10, 6-8:30 p.m. and it’s shaping up to be another unforgettable night. Enjoy live entertainment, hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine and plenty of friendly competition as you bid on incredible auction items.
The best part? Every bid, every ticket and every dollar raised helps provide free medications to uninsured and underinsured neighbors right here in our community.
Grab your ticket and get in on the fun: https://healthquestpharmacy.org/evening-for-hq-1. #UnionCountyNC
Common Heart seeking volunteers Tuesday evenings
Common Heart is asking for additional volunteers to greet guests and help with traffic control at their Tuesday evening pantry at Wingate Baptist Church. They would especially love to find some volunteers who would be willing to serve twice every month.
Serving time is 6-8:30 p.m. Sign up here: https://commonheart.org/volunteer/
#CommonHeart #unioncountync #wingatenc #20summersofservice #NeighborsServingNeighbors
FREE weekly Teen Study Hours at Waxhaw Learning Center
Need a quiet place to study? Drop in during FREE weekly Teen Study Hours at the Waxhaw Learning Center, 3:30 – 5 p.m. on Wednesdays. Teens can work on homework, college applications, reading, or anything else that requires a place to focus.
Free computer access
Private tutoring room
Free Wi-Fi
Open to teens ages 13+
The Waxhaw Learning Center, located at 509 S. Providence Street, is a community hub managed by the town. Opened to fill resource gaps left by the relocation of the former downtown library, it offers diverse programs for all ages, including senior activities, teen study hours, computer labs, and a Union County library drop-off/pick-up system. Other services include free public computer lab, Union County library book drop/pick-up, and meeting spaces. #UnionCountyNC
POP UP PETTING ZOO
Indian Trail Parks & Recreation is hosting a Pop-Up Petting Zoo at Crooked Creek Park on August 19 from 11 AM–1 PM at the Medium Game Shelter.
Therir will be games, crafts, a petting zoo, hot dogs & chips, and an opportunity to interact with some of our Union County deputies.
#UnionCountyNC
Anson-Union Job Fair Thursday, September 17 from 10am – 2pm
The Anson-Union Job Fair is coming up Thursday, September 17 from 10am – 2pm at the Lockhart Taylor Center. Come connect with justice-involved-friendly companies that are ready to hire!
Need help with your resume or preparing for an interview? Assistance is available before the event through NCWorks – Monroe or South Piedmont Community College.
Sign up by clicking here: https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSfw…/viewform….
Student and Senior Election Workers Needed
Students, did you know you can work as a poll worker on election day? Find out how here: https://form.jotform.com/232406156760150
Learn about two free gardening apps that are easy and free at Southwest Regional Library on Thursday, August 13 at 5:30 p.m
Confused about all the apps available for gardeners? Learn about two that are easy and FREE! Join Habitat Builders at Southwest Regional Library on Thursday, August 13 at 5:30 p.m. to learn about FREE apps that work with plants and insects. Featuring: how to use iNaturalist and the NCSU Toolbox.