Newton North Carolina -  2009 Soldiers Reunion 

The Old Soldiers Reunion, or as it's been called since 1930, The Soldiers Reunion, is one of the longest running events of its kind in the United States.

Almost every year since 1889, during the third week in August, veterans gather together for a week of celebration. There are only two years during which the event was not held, 1944 and 1948, due to polio outbreaks.

For those of you who have never been, or are new to the area. The reunion will be held, as always, at the old courthouse square in downtown Newton, North Carolina.

The 120th Annual Soldiers Reunion is sponsored by the American Legion Post 16 and the Newton Merchants Association. Additional activities are sponsored by the Newton Parks & Recreation Department.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 13 Senior Citizens Dance  7:00 p.m.  Newton Recreation Center

FRIDAY, AUGUST 14  Men's Softball Tournament  Northside Park - Broyhill Field

SATURDAY, AUGUST 15 Men's Softball Tournament  (continues)

SUNDAY, AUGUST 16   Cruisin' & Car Show   Viewing of cars - 2:30 p.m.  Cruisin' begins - 6:30 p.m.

MONDAY, AUGUST 17   Gospel Music   7:30 p.m.  Courthouse Square

TUESDAY, AUGUST 18   Beach Music  Courthouse Square 

TUESDAY, AUGUST 18    Co-ed Badminton - 6:00 p.m.  Newton Recreation Center 

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19  Baby Parade - 6:00 p.m. 

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19   Pet Mania - 7:00 p.m. 

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19   Street Dance - 7:30 p.m.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 20   Activities on Square - 9:00 a.m.   Reunion Service  - 4:00 p.m.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 20   Parade - 5:00 p.m.   Horseshoe Tourney - 7:00 p.m.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 21   No activities planned

SATURDAY, AUGUST 22   5K Run/Walk  & One-Mile Fun Run  Fun Run 8:00 a.m., 5K 8:30 a.m.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 23   30-60-100 Mile Bike Ride  8:00 a.m.  Newton Recreation Center

For more information, contact Wayne Dellinger at 464-3906, or

the Newton Recreation Department at 695-4317.

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ABOUT THE TOWN OF NEWTON

Newton is located in Catawba County, positioned in within an hour and a half drive to Asheville to the northwest, Winston-Salem to the northeast, and Charlotte to the southeast.

The foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains offers residents and visitors an abundance of scenic attractions, a wealth of recreational activities, and a mild climate with four seasons.


Newton was selected as the county seat in 1845 and was incorporated in 1855. The second largest city in the county, Newton has experienced a steady rate of growth.

Newton offers challenging places to work, low cost of living, diverse cultures, a abundant recreational opportunities, arts,  and culture. Catawba County has been recognized as being one of the top ten areas in America to raise a family.

Over the past several years, Newton has sought to identify and recruit new business and industry, both manufacturing and non-manufacturing.

Newton has created an enviable living environment offering friendly neighborhoods and hospitable businesses, shops, and restaurants. The Downtown Newton Development Association has created an effective public-private collaboration to promote business development and preserve the friendly atmosphere of the downtown business district.

On the Square in the downtown area, you can visit the Catawba County Museum of History, where the region's story is artfully displayed in the unique setting of the former Catawba County Courthouse.

The Newton Parks & Recreation Department helps advance the attractiveness of the community and its quality of life through a diverse and comprehensive program of recreational, educational, and cultural programs.

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