Activities and Events-Triad
Triad-October Special Events
Pre-Festival Kickoff – Out at the Movies
Wednesday, Oct. 2, from 5:30-7:30 PM
Euphoria, 701 Trade St NW, Winston-Salem
Join us in collaboration with OUT at the Movies at Euphoria in Winston-Salem for the exciting pre-festival kickoff of the 11th Annual LGBTQ+ Film Festival. Explore the lineup of films and shorts and secure your tickets for this incredible event! Bring your friends along or make new connections, enjoy some tasty snacks while sipping on a drink, and soak in the vibrant energy of the festival!
OUT at the Movies International Film Festival
Thursday, Oct. 3 to Sunday, Oct. 6
Various Locations, Winston-Salem
The festival aims to honor exceptional LGBTQ+ cinema from across the globe while uniting our local community. Get ready to experience their most daring selection of films to date! And don’t miss an encore screening of "Oscar Wilde About America" on Saturday, Oct. 5, at 7 PM, held at UNCSA's ACE Theatre Complex.
For more information: https://outatthemovies.org/upcoming-events/
Alamance Pride 2024
Saturday, Oct. 5, from 12 to 5 PM
Historic Depot and Amphitheatre
200 S. Main St, Burlington
We know you’ve been waiting! Join Carolina Aging Alliance at Alamance Pride and enjoy live music, a DJ, vendor fair, food trucks, a drag show, drag queen story time and more! See you on Saturday, Oct. 5 in downtown Burlington!
Gone with the Wind – Carolina Classic Movie with open captions
Monday, Oct. 7, at 7 PM
Carolina Theatre
310 South Greene St, Greensboro
Meet Sharon G. in front of the Carolina Theatre between 6:30 and 6:45 PM for your free ticket.
Set in the American South against the backdrop of the Civil War and the Reconstruction era, the film tells the story of Scarlett O’Hara (Vivien Leigh), the strong-willed daughter of a Georgia plantation owner, following her romantic pursuit of Ashley Wilkes and her subsequent marriage to Rhett Butler (Clark Gable).
Register here: https://www.meetup.com/lgbtq-aging-adults-greensboro/events/303371347/
Pizza and a Movie, Carolina Aging Alliance and Senior Resources of Guilford
Tuesday, Oct. 8, at 6 PM
Senior Resources of Guilford, Lifestyle Center (downstairs)
1401 Benjamin Pkwy, Greensboro
This month we will watch the documentary film “Will and Harper”. The film follows actor Will Ferrell and his close friend of 30 years, former head writer at Saturday Night Live Harper Steele, as they embark on a cross-country road trip together after Harper comes out as a trans woman.
Sign up by calling: 336-373-4816 ext. 280 or register at:
https://www.meetup.com/lgbtq-aging-adults-greensboro/events/303371531
Ghostbusters – Carolina Classic Movie with open captions
Monday, Oct. 21, at 7 PM
Carolina Theatre
310 South Greene St, Greensboro
Meet Ingrid W. in front of the Carolina Theatre between 6:30 and 6:45 PM for your free ticket.
After a team of scientists loses their cushy positions at a university, they decide to become “ghostbusters” to wage a high-tech battle with the supernatural for money. When they stumble upon a gateway to an evil dimension, the Ghostbusters must save New York from complete destruction.
Register here: https://www.meetup.com/lgbtq-aging-adults-greensboro/events/303429786
Army of Darkness – In the Crown
Monday, Oct. 28, at 7:30 PM
Carolina Theatre
310 South Greene St, Greensboro
Meet Bill K. in front of the Carolina Theatre between 7 and 7:15 PM for your free ticket.
Ash (Bruce Campbell) is transported back to medieval days, where he is captured by the dreaded Lord Arthur. Aided by the deadly chainsaw that has become his only friend, Ash is sent on a perilous mission to recover the Necronomicon, a book of evil which can return him to his own time; but he must first battle an army of the undead.
Register here: https://www.meetup.com/lgbtq-aging-adults-greensboro/events/303371441
Triad-October Recurring Activities
Battleground Park Walks
Sundays, Oct. 6, 13, 20, and 27, at 9 AM
Guilford Courthouse National Military Park Visitor Center
2332 New Garden Road, Greensboro
Ready for a lively dose of nature and vibrant vibes? Join Carolina Aging Alliance and take a leisurely stroll along the 2.5-mile path while chit-chatting with your neighbors. To find us, enter through the New Garden Road entrance. If the parking lot is packed, just follow the road and park in one of the other auxiliary lots or across the street. Meet up with us at the Visitor Center, and let's saunter through the park together.
After the walk, join us for coffee at Green Joe's, located at 2915 Battleground Ave in Greensboro. It's time to lace up your walking shoes and join the fun!
Thursday Morning Drop-In Social Hosted by Carolina Aging Alliance - Triangle
Thursdays, Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31, from 10 to 11:30 AM
Virtual Event on Zoom
Registration Information: Everyone is welcome! You will receive the Zoom link when you register on Meetup at Carolina Aging Alliance-Triad.
Join our friends in Raleigh and across the US, hosted by Carolina Aging Alliance - Triangle. Get comfortable, grab a cup of coffee or tea, sit back, and have fun! You'll enjoy seeing familiar faces and perhaps meet new virtual friends. If you don't want to be seen on screen you also have the option to speak without your video turned on.
Trivia at Twist Lounge
Thursdays, Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31, at 7 PM
Twist Lounge, 435-M Dolley Madison Road, Greensboro
Get ready to flex your brain muscles and have a blast with Carolina Aging Alliance! Our Trivia nights with the charming Chap P are the perfect excuse to show off your impressive random knowledge. Gather up your pals, grab some snacks, and let the good times roll with laughter and fun!
Join Our Local Planning Team to Help Support Older LGBTQ+ Adults.
Friday, Oct. 4, at 10 AM (first Friday of the month)
Senior Resources of Guilford, Lifestyle Center (downstairs)
1401 Benjamin Pkwy, Greensboro
Make your voice heard and be a part of our community planning team! We're seeking enthusiastic individuals to assist us in planning our activities and guide us in the right direction. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a difference.
Music Bingo at Twist Lounge
Fridays, Oct. 11 and 25, from 7 to 9 PM (second and fourth Fridays of the month)
Twist Lounge
435-M Dolley Madison Rd, Greensboro
Join Carolina Aging Alliance for Music Bingo every second and fourth Friday of the month at Twist Lounge. Hosted by the amazing Gerry B, come enjoy music with your friends. Feel free to use an app to assist you; the focus is on organizing your lines and having a great time with both new and old friends.
Morning Blend – Coffee Talk
Friday, Oct. 25, at 10 AM (fourth Friday of the month)
Shepherd’s Center Upper Level
1700 Elbert St, Winston-Salem
Register Here: Steves@carolinaaging.org or KLarson@sheperdscenter.org
Looking to give your brain a java jolt? Join us at Morning Blend for coffee, conversations, and games. It's the ideal place to connect with the community and exercise your mind, all while enjoying a cup of coffee. Presented by Carolina Aging Alliance in collaboration with the Shepherd's Center Winston-Salem, we're brewing up some fun every fourth Friday.
Reynolda Village Trail Walks
Saturdays, Oct. 5, 12, 19, and 26, at 9 AM
Village Tavern Patio
2201 Reynolda Rd, Winston-Salem
Join us for a weekly walk each Saturday along the beautiful trails of Reynolda Village. Meet at the Village Tavern Patio at Reynolda Village. Enjoy nature, good company, and plenty of friendly discussion during this 45-minute stroll. Afterwards, we invite you to stay for an optional breakfast beverage and snack at Dough Joe's. All fitness levels welcome!