Trailhead Newsletter: October 2023

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October 3, 2023

Upcoming Events

National Night Out

National Night Out

The Village of Wesley Chapel and Food Lion will be partnering to host a National Night Out on Tuesday, Oct. 3, from 5-7 p.m.

National Night Out is an annual nationwide event to help build relationships between law enforcement and the community. On this night, towns across the nation will unite to help build better, stronger and safer communities. Head to the Shops at Wesley Chapel at the intersection of Weddington and Waxhaw-Indian Trail Roads.

This free event will include meeting your public safety officers, touch-a-truck, safety demonstrations, educational materials, free hot dogs, and other fun, family-friendly activities. For more information, call Village Hall at 704.839.0182 ext. 1.

Hits After Six

Hits After Six

Indian Trail Parks and Recreation is hosting a live music event featuring The Castaways! Head out to Chestnut Square Park on Thursday, Oct. 12, from 6-9 p.m. for the concert, food truck, and kids activities! For more information, visit Indian Trail's website.

Autumn Treasures

Autumn Treasures

Waxhaw Parks and Recreation will be hosting a two-day event held annually during the second week in Oct. Come out to the streets of Downtown Waxhaw Oct. 14-15 for some fun for the whole family! Local crafters, musicians, food, inflatables, carnival rides, petting zoo, crafts and much more will be available! For more information, visit the Facebook event page.

Indian Trail's Spooktacular 

Halloween Spooktacular

Indian Trail Parks and Recreation is hosting their annual Spooktacular event on Friday, Oct. 20. Come out to Chestnut Square Park, from 6-9 p.m., for trunk or treat, free crafts, a costume contest, and more! For more information, visit Indian Trail's website.

Community Extras

Career Fair 

Learn about opportunities to serve your community with a career in local government at our Career Fair on Nov. 1, from 2-6 p.m. at the Union County Agricultural Center! You will be able to talk to representatives from multiple county departments and discuss a wide variety of positions. 

Union County Government offers competitive benefits, retirement packages and affordable insurance options. Working for Union County means serving your community and helping your neighbors. Check out available positions and grow your future with Union County: ucgov.info/jobs 

Tackle Loaner Program 

In Partnership with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, Cane Creek Park offers free fishing rod rentals for anglers to use any time! Ask a staff member how to register.