Celebrating Summer in Greensboro
Greensboro Summer Reading Trail
June 1–July 31
Participating locations throughout Greensboro
The Greensboro Summer Reading Trail is a free community program that encourages families to read together while exploring local businesses across the city. Families who visit 12 or more of the 22 stops will be entered into a grand prize drawing, and every child who completes their map will receive a free book prize.
runningonbooks.com/greensboro-summer-reading-trail
June 1–July 31
Participating locations throughout Greensboro
The Greensboro Summer Reading Trail is a free community program that encourages families to read together while exploring local businesses across the city. Families who visit 12 or more of the 22 stops will be entered into a grand prize drawing, and every child who completes their map will receive a free book prize.
runningonbooks.com/greensboro-summer-reading-trail
The Curb After Work
Tuesday, 4–7 PM through October
Greensboro Farmers Curb Market 501 Yanceyville St.
The Greensboro Farmers Curb Market invites the community to shop fresh local produce, foods, crafts, and ready-to-eat dinners each Tuesday evening. It’s an easy stop after work, after school, or whenever life gets busy. gsofarmersmarket.org
Tuesday, 4–7 PM through October
Greensboro Farmers Curb Market 501 Yanceyville St.
The Greensboro Farmers Curb Market invites the community to shop fresh local produce, foods, crafts, and ready-to-eat dinners each Tuesday evening. It’s an easy stop after work, after school, or whenever life gets busy. gsofarmersmarket.org
Artist Reception for Laurie Mendenhall
Friday, June 13, 5–8 PM
Studio 136 Art Gallery, 136 Church Ave, High Point
Most of Laurie Mendenhall’s watercolor work is influenced by interior and exterior design, with florals appearing intermittently. Her acrylics draw inspiration from contemporary cityscapes and pop culture, while her newer illustration work incorporates markers and colored pencils as her evolving style continues to develop. studio136gallery.com
Summer Sunset Series
Tuesdays, Jun 23, Jul 28 & Aug 25, 7–9 PM
Lake Brandt, 5945 Lake Brandt Road, Greensboro
Enjoy live music and a relaxing evening by the lake as the sun sets over Lake Brandt. Bring chairs or blankets, with food and beverages available for purchase. greensboro-nc.gov
Tuesdays, Jun 23, Jul 28 & Aug 25, 7–9 PM
Lake Brandt, 5945 Lake Brandt Road, Greensboro
Enjoy live music and a relaxing evening by the lake as the sun sets over Lake Brandt. Bring chairs or blankets, with food and beverages available for purchase. greensboro-nc.gov
Much Ado About Nothing
Wednesday–Friday, Jun 24–26 at 7 PM
Saturday, June 27 at 2 PM and 7 PM
Van Dyke Performance Space, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie Street, Greensboro
Piedmont Shakespeare Company presents Shakespeare’s classic comedy of romance, rumor, and mistaken identity. This free production follows the witty sparring of Beatrice and Benedick alongside the romance of Claudio and Hero. Reservations are recommended as seating is limited. Childcare is available by reservation for the June 25 performance. Recommended for ages 12 and up. piedmontshakes.org
Saturday, June 27 at 2 PM and 7 PM
Van Dyke Performance Space, Greensboro Cultural Center, 200 N. Davie Street, Greensboro
Piedmont Shakespeare Company presents Shakespeare’s classic comedy of romance, rumor, and mistaken identity. This free production follows the witty sparring of Beatrice and Benedick alongside the romance of Claudio and Hero. Reservations are recommended as seating is limited. Childcare is available by reservation for the June 25 performance. Recommended for ages 12 and up. piedmontshakes.org
Sharing the Spirit of America: A Community Read of the Declaration of Independence and Community Portrait
Wednesday, Jul 8, 6–7 PM
Greensboro History Museum, 130 Summit Avenue, Greensboro
Join a nationwide synchronized reading of the Declaration of Independence commemorating its 250th anniversary. The event also launches a three-day community portrait project inviting residents to be photographed for an updated “One-by-One” mural celebrating Greensboro’s diverse community.
greensborohistory.org
Wednesday, Jul 8, 6–7 PM
Greensboro History Museum, 130 Summit Avenue, Greensboro
Join a nationwide synchronized reading of the Declaration of Independence commemorating its 250th anniversary. The event also launches a three-day community portrait project inviting residents to be photographed for an updated “One-by-One” mural celebrating Greensboro’s diverse community.
greensborohistory.org