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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
Chatham County GIS Division Receives Prestigious National GIS Award
Chatham County was honored for its implementation of ArcGIS Indoors for IT Asset Management, which transformed the way County facilities are managed.
07/22/2026 8:07 AM
Goldston Public Library to Temporarily Close for Parking Lot Improvements
The library will be closed on Monday, July 27, 2026, and will reopen on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, during its regular business hours.
07/20/2026 8:44 AM
Recovery Celebration and Boone and Sean Good Samaritan Memorial 5K & Fun Run
Friday, August 29, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. – Boone and Sean Good Samaritan Memorial 5K & Fun Run and at 11:00 a.m. – Recovery Celebration Both events at Bray Park, Siler City, NC
07/17/2026 8:35 AM
Chatham Community Library and Department of Social Services to Host Community Poverty Simulation
Monday, August 3, 2026, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., at Chatham Community Library, Holmes Family Meeting Room, 197 NC Hwy 87, Pittsboro, NC 27312
07/14/2026 8:20 AM
Chatham Community Library to Host Who Shows Up for Black Business?: Creating a Community Ecosystem for Growth and Change
Saturday, August 1, 2026 | 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., at Chatham Community Library, Holmes Family Meeting Room, 197 NC Hwy 87 N, Pittsboro, NC 27312
07/13/2026 10:53 AM
Chatham County Launches Heart of Chatham Employee Recognition Program
The program is open to nominations from both County employees and members of the public. Whether an employee provided extraordinary customer service, solved a challenging problem, or made a lasting impact through compassion and professionalism, residents and employees alike are encouraged to help re
07/09/2026 9:53 AM
Goldston Public Library to Host Free Tomato Gardening Workshop
Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 5:00 p.m. at Goldston Public Library, E. M. Harris Jr. Conference Room, 9235 Pittsboro Goldston Road, Goldston, NC 27252
07/07/2026 8:43 AM
Chatham Community Library to Host Program Highlighting the Haw River
Saturday, July 18, 2026, 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. at Chatham Community Library: Holmes Family Meeting Room, 197 NC Hwy 87 N., Pittsboro, NC 27312
07/06/2026 9:02 AM
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.
07/02/2026 1:57 PM
Chatham County Invites Residents to Vote on Summer Camp “I Voted” Sticker Designs
Voting is currently open and will be closed on July 16.
07/02/2026 8:44 AM