Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of June.
Good morning, Greensboro.
Jamestown Park upgrades followed a busy spring with a soccer tournament and grill fire.
Parks and Recreation will install concrete paths, dog park fencing, and new bathrooms by end of September while Jamestown Park Golf Course celebrated improved carts and GPS and will close July 6 to 7 for aerification.
The Greensboro Fire Department, in partnership with local public safety agencies, will host First Responder Friday at Barber Park on Friday, June 12 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. to let families meet first responders, view emergency vehicles, & join fun safety activities.
Team Norway held an open training session at UNCG last Wednesday, drawing thousands who watched star players like Haaland and Ødegaard prepare for their June 16 World Cup opener (a rare international event in Greensboro).
Game Day at Angelina's
1-3 p.m. — Angelinas Teas — Free entry — Enjoy a gathering of tea, games, and geek culture.
OBLOCK Invitational: King of the Trenches
12 PM — Ben L Smith High School — Competitive entry — A unique 5v5 tournament exclusively for offensive and defensive linemen showcasing their skills.
Your Impact at Work: A CFGG Lunch & Learn
12-1 p.m. — The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro — Lunch provided — Learn about the impact of local grants and hear from a community partner.
Darius Rucker Concert
7-10 p.m. — White Oak Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of country music with Darius Rucker at a premier venue in Greensboro.
Elmo's Got the Moves
6-9 p.m. — Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the delightful world of Sesame Street live in Greensboro for family fun.
Josh Johnson's Comedy Band Camp
5-8 p.m. — Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket required — Experience a unique blend of stand-up and live music reminiscent of summer camp vibes.
Ben Bankas Live
7-10 p.m. — Comedy Zone — Ticketed event — Experience the comedic talent of Ben Bankas, a rising star performing his sharp humor in Greensboro.
YMCA National Gymnastics Championship
3-7 p.m. — First Horizon Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of gymnastics at its finest during the national championship.
Fireworks and Food Trucks Celebration
6 p.m. — Archdale Recreation Center at Creekside Park — Free entry — Enjoy delicious food from local trucks while soaking up the sounds of live music before the fireworks light up the night sky.
The Gathering 2026: The Homecoming
6 p.m.-10 p.m. — Sheraton Greensboro at Four Seasons — Refunds available up to 7 days before the event — Celebrate the roots of Global United Fellowship with community and collaboration.
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