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High Point Museum Events
When: October
High Point Museum Events
Location: Location varies.
Description:
Saturday, Oct. 11, Noon – 4 p.m.
Fall Harvest in the Historical Park
Food preservation like salting and smoking meats and pickling were necessary for backcountry North Carolinians. Successful summer and fall harvests can mean comfort during the long winter months. Come help our costumed interpreters preserve our fall bounty for the cold winter ahead. FREE. All ages welcome. Drop-in.
Saturday, Oct. 18, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Ghost Stories in the Historical Park
Join us for our 14th Annual Ghost Stories in the Park with snacks, crafts and pumpkin decorating from 6 to 6:30 p.m. Professional storyteller, Donna Washington will tell spooky, but not too scary tales for the young and old from 6:30 to 7:20 p.m. Free. All ages welcome.
Saturday, Oct. 25, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Board Games in the Historical Park
Come join our costumed interpreters for a fun day of board games in the park. Bring a blanket or find a seat at our picnic tables for a simple game of cards, 9 Men’s Morris, and more. Don’t worry, our costumed interpreters will tell you the rules. FREE. All ages welcome. Drop-in.
Saturday, Oct. 25, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. (10 a.m. – Noon: Sensory Friendly)
Let’s Craft! Clay Candy Dish in Little Red Schoolhouse
Where do you put your left-over candy from Trick or Treating? Maybe it can be in the candy dish you make in Little Red Schoolhouse! We’ll bring the clay, and you’ll bring your imagination to make your clay candy dish! **Painting your candy dish not included** Our Sensory Friendly environment (dim lights, calm room, limited people) will be from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Free. Drop in. All ages welcome.
Saturday, Nov. 1, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Día de los Muertos
Join the High Point Museum and the YWCA Latino Family Center for a hybrid learning experience and celebration about the Day of the Dead, a Latin American holiday originating in Mexico. An altar exhibit will be on display from October 21 to November 1. Enjoy family entertainment and crafts while learning about the holiday celebrated in honor of the loved ones no longer with us.
Únete al Museo de High Point y el Latino Family Center de YWCA High Point para una experiencia de aprendizaje híbrida acerca del Dia de los Muertos, una celebración Latinoamericana que se origino en México. Se tendrá en exhibición un altar desde el 21 de octubre al 1 de noviembre. Venga y disfrute de entretenimiento y manualidades para la familia mientras aprenden sobre esta celebración en honor a los seres queridos que ya no están con nosotros.
Mindful Care Toolkit 2.0
When: Oct and Nov
NAMI: Mindful Care Toolkit 2.0
Partner: National Alliance on Mental Illness
Location: Various locations in Greensboro, NC
Details:
Oct. 29th at 1-3 pm - GETTING IN THE GROOVE: Coloring, Sticker Art, Puzzles, and more ... The Living Room - Guilford County Behavioral Health Center - 2nd Fl - 931 Third St - Greensboro
November 12th at 3-5 pm - Journal Joy: The Living Room - Guilford County Behavioral Health Center - 21d Floor - 931 Third St - Greensboro
November 19th at 1-3 pm - Vision Board Party: Seeing goals and dreams every day! The Living Room - Guilford County Behavior Health Center - 2nd Fl - 931 Third St - Greensboro
YEP Fall Summit
When: Thursday, October 30th
Youth Enrichment Providers Fall Summit
1575 John Knox Dr, Colfax, NC 27235
Time: 9 - 1 PM
Description: Join Youth Enrichment Providers for our Fall Summit on October 30th from 9 AM - 1 PM at River Landing at Sandy Ridge. This collaborative event brings together youth enrichment professionals to drive collective impact through attendance initiatives, campaign strategies, and mini-grant opportunities. Connect with peers through dynamic networking activities, gain insights from our NAACP Workforce Development presentation, and enjoy lunch while building stronger partnerships!
Turning Point Symposium
When: Friday, Oct. 24
Caregiver Engagement Fair
When: Friday, Nov. 14
2025 Caregiver Engagement Fair
Partners: Caregiver Connect and AARP
Location: 1301 Alamance Church Road, Greensboro, NC 27406
Pathways to Purpose
When: Tuesday, Nov. 18th
3400 Triangle Lake Rd, High Point, NC 27260
GCSO Thanksgiving Food Drive
When: Saturday, November 22nd
GCSO Thanksgiving Food Drive
Description: The Guilford County Sheriff's Office is organizing a Thanksgiving community food drive this year on November 22nd! Food boxes for families will be distributed at 400 W Washington St, Greensboro, NC 27401, in Greensboro, and at 507 E Green Dr, High Point, NC 27260, in the parking lot, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Donations from the community are accepted and include canned foods, stuffing mix, canned vegetables, instant potatoes, cranberry sauce, and any other canned or dry goods. These can be dropped off at Districts 1, 2, and 3 of the GCSO or at the Detention Centers in Greensboro and High Point between November 1st and 19th.
Bonus: A mini resource fair will be held at the Greensboro handout point!
Crafted in the Glow
When: Saturday, November 22nd
Crafted in the Glow
Partner: Visit High Point
Location: 301 N. Elm Street, High Point, NC
Details: Saturday, November 22, 3:00 pm-8:00 pm
Description: A festive marketplace atmosphere filled with holiday spirit, music, and community celebration!
Formerly known as the Holiday Bazaar, this vibrant marketplace will be held in partnership with the highly anticipated High Point Holiday Party & Tree Lighting Celebration.
Year after year, the High Point Holiday Party & Tree Lighting Celebration shines as a cherished tradition, drawing over 6,000 guests to celebrate the season. With family-friendly activities, live entertainment, and festive holiday cheer, this event offers food and non-food vendors alike the perfect opportunity to showcase their products and engage with a diverse audience.
Swim Lessons
When: Monday, Wednesday, Tuesday, and Thursday (Feb.-Dec.)
Classroom Helpers Needed
When: Monday - Thursday '25
Classroom Helpers NeededMust be 14 years of age or older. GCS background check required.
CWC Volunteers
When: TBD