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Wren Memorial Library to Host American Red Cross Blood Drive
Chatham County invites all members of the community to roll up their sleeves and help save lives at Wren Memorial Library in Siler City on Friday, September 4th from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
08/18/2026 12:53 PM
Chatham County Public Libraries Staff Member Named NC LEAF Fellow
“As part of LEAF Eastern 2026 cohort and as a professional librarian, I am focused on helping entrepreneurs navigate the ecosystem here in Chatham,” said Van Duinen.
08/18/2026 9:26 AM
Chatham County Cooperative Extension to Host Hybrid Sustainable Lawn Care Workshop
The hybrid event will take place Thursday, Sept. 10th from 6 to 8 p.m.
08/17/2026 11:07 AM
Chatham County Board of Commissioners to Meet on August 17th
The meeting will be held at the Chatham County Historic Courthouse in Pittsboro. The Work Session will begin at 1:00 p.m. and the Regular Session will begin at 6:00 p.m.
08/14/2026 1:17 PM
Chatham County Seeks Applicants for Advisory Committees
Serving on a committee is a great way for residents to have a voice on issues that matter and make a difference in the community. The application deadline is Friday, September 18th.
08/14/2026 10:31 AM
Goldston Public Library to Host Diabetes Prevention Program
The free program will be held on Tuesday, August 18th at 2:00 p.m.
08/13/2026 8:56 AM
Get Outside This Fall with Chatham County Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources
Happening August through October 2026, various dates and times
08/12/2026 12:35 PM
Wren Memorial Library to Host Overdose Awareness and Remembrance Event
The program will honor the lives lost to overdose while raising awareness about prevention, recovery, and the community resources available to support individuals and families.
08/11/2026 9:36 AM
NC Cooperative Extension to Host Free Cattle Reproductive Management Workshop in Pittsboro
The workshop will be held on Thursday, August 20, 2026, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center in Pittsboro.
08/10/2026 11:54 AM
Friends of the Chatham Community Library (FOCCL) Announce Logo Design Contest Winner
The FOCCL Board of Directors select Jenn Cavanagh as the grand prize winner.
08/10/2026 8:22 AM
Goldston Public Library to Host End-of-Summer Celebration at Southwest District Park
Friday, August 14, 2026, 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
08/06/2026 8:51 AM
Chatham Community Library to Host Virtual Screening of Plastic Paradise: The Great Pacific Garbage Patch
Virtual Screening. Access the film at: https://vimeopro.com/bullfrogfilms/chathamlibraries-plasticparadise. Please request the password by emailing: social.library@chathamlibraries.org
08/05/2026 9:28 AM
Chatham County Board of Commissioners to Hold Special Meeting on August 5th
PURPOSE OF THE MEETING: • Hold a public comment period to hear comments on the Proposed Enbridge Gas 28-mile Natural Gas System Expansion Project running through Chatham County. • Vote to go into closed session NCGS 143-318.11(a)(4) to discuss matters relating to the location or expansion of indust
08/04/2026 7:36 AM
Chatham County Launches Conservation Dashboard to Track Progress Toward Plan Chatham Goals
Available now at https://conservationdashboard-chathamncgis.hub.arcgis.com/
08/03/2026 8:18 AM
Chatham Soil and Water Conservation District Announces Opportunity to Apply for Cost Share Programs
The Chatham Soil and Water Conservation District is accepting applications for three voluntary cost share programs that provide technical and financial assistance to help landowners implement Best Management Practices that improve water quality and conserve water resources.
07/31/2026 8:45 AM
Public Invited to Help Shape Future Transportation Priorities in Chatham County
Public Workshop on NCDOT 2028–2037 Transportation Priorities on Monday, August 3, 2:00–4:00 p.m., at the Holmes Meeting Room Chatham Community Library, 197 NC Highway 87 N, Pittsboro, NC 27312
07/30/2026 10:33 AM
Friends of the Wren Memorial Library to Host Annual Meeting and Social
Monday, August 17, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., at the Wren Memorial Library, 500 N 2nd Ave, Siler City, NC 27344
07/29/2026 9:36 AM
Goldston Public Library to Host All About Pollinators Program
Wednesday, August 12, 2026, 5:00 p.m., at the Goldston Public Library E. M. Harris Jr. Conference Room 9235 Pittsboro-Goldston Road Goldston, NC 27252
07/28/2026 12:38 PM
Chatham County Board of Commissioners to Meet on July 27th
Monday, July 27, 2026 Work Session: 1:00 p.m. Regular Session: 6:00 p.m. WHERE: Chatham County Historic Courthouse 9 Hillsboro Street, Second Floor Courtroom Pittsboro, NC 27312
07/25/2026 12:30 PM
Chatham Community Library to Host Wildlife Tracking Program: Tracks, Trails & Telltales: How to Read Wildlife Signs
Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. at the Chatham Community Library - Holmes Family Meeting Room at 197 NC Hwy 87, Pittsboro, NC 27312.
07/23/2026 8:34 AM