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SUMMARY:Alexander County Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nSupport your local vendors at the Alexander County Services Center in downtown Taylorsville! New vendors are also welcome!
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/alexander-county-farmers-market/2025-12-20/
LOCATION:Alexander County Services Center\, 151 West Main Ave\, Taylorsville\, NC\, 28681\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Farmers Markets
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SUMMARY:StoryTime with Santa
DESCRIPTION:Santa himself has made it down from the North Pole for StoryTime at Bisque Boutique! He’ll be reading a Christmas book to all the good little girls & boys! Then each child will receive their own ornament to paint. They can work by themselves or have the help of their guardian or staff member (or Santa)! Their will also be opportunities for photos with Santa. Once finished\, the piece will remain at the studio to be fired & be ready for pick-up in one week!
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/storytime-with-santa/2025-12-20/
LOCATION:Bisque Boutique\, 232 Union Square\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Kids & Family
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SUMMARY:BYO Shirt Inking Class
DESCRIPTION:Join Untamed Artistry for a fun\, relaxed inking class where YOU get to design and create your own custom shirt! \nBring your own blank shirt (any color\, cotton or cotton-blend works great) and I’ll guide you step-by-step through stenciling\, inking\, and heat-setting your design. Perfect for gifts\, everyday wear\, or just trying something new! \n✨ What’s Included: \n• All inks\, stencils\, and tools \n• Unlimited ink colors \n• Hands-on instruction \n• A wide variety of everyday\, inspirational\, and seasonal-neutral designs \n✨ What You Bring: \n• Your own shirt (bring extras if you want to do more!) \nCome get Inked\, Chalked\, and Dazzled with me and leave with a one-of-a-kind wearable creation! \nLocation is at The Graceful Geese Mercantile
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/byo-shirt-inking-class/
LOCATION:The Graceful Geese Mercantile\, 2220 US Hwy 70 SE # 179\, Hickory\, NC\, 28602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes/Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T150000
DTSTAMP:20260616T131940
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SUMMARY:Partners For Cats Adoption Event
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nWe will be at this adoption event with lots of cats and kittens available! \nWe also have a line of cat themed jewelry and other items that we sell to raise money for the rescue. \nAll of our cats are fully vetted indoor cats 😉 \nWe do have contacts for barn or warehouse type cats… \nVetting includes spay/neuter\, rabies\, distemper\, feline leukemia FIV testing dewormed and flea treated and they are microchipped to the rescue… \nAdoption Fees:\n*We often have SPECIALS!* \n$100 for our standard dsh breeds \nHowever\, we do charge more for Siamese or special breeds. $150 \nRagDolls\, Himalayan\, Persian\, Other exotics are only $275 when we get them 😉
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/partners-for-cats-adoption-event-2/2025-12-20/
LOCATION:Petsense by Tractor Supply\, 1009 Blowing Rock Blvd\, Lenoir\, NC\, 28645\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community,Kids & Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T170000
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SUMMARY:CVCC Student Art Show
DESCRIPTION:This show will open on December 2nd running until December 29th at Trade Alley Art Gallery. Reception will be held on December 18th from 6-8PM to celebrate and reward the students and their artwork. Come support the young arts in our community.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/cvcc-student-art-show/2025-12-20/
LOCATION:Trade Alley Art\, 25 2nd St NW\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T130000
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SUMMARY:A STEM Career Showcase!
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nDon’t miss this month’s SPARK event in the Foothills Collaboratory featuring Corning Optical Communications. SPARK is a STEM career showcase featuring local industries in the Carolina Foothills. Participate in guided activities based on their careers. The LAB can be found at the end of the South entrance hallway\, across from Velo-City. \n  \nAbout: \nThe Catawba Science Center opened its doors in 1975 as the Creative Museum for Youth\, founded by the Service League of Hickory (a local volunteer organization) in the historic John Cilley house\, a 4\,000 sq. ft. Victorian-era structure. Today\, Catawba Science Center is a 35\,000 sq. ft. science and technology museum whose purpose is to change lives and inspire learning through science and wonder. \n 
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/a-stem-career-showcase-14/
LOCATION:Catawba Science Center\, 243 Third Avenue NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Kids & Family
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SUMMARY:Everybody Sweeps! Introduction to Whisk Broom Making Class
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nWelcome to the wonderful world of broom-making! This class will introduce you to the ages old skill of tying whisk brooms. We will endeavor to tie at least three brooms — a whisk\, a cake tester/pot scrubber\, and an Appalachian style broom called the “Turkey Wing.” Along the way\, we’ll celebrate the universal practice of broom-making and have fun learning a new skill that you can use to make useful objects for your self\, as well as gifts for others! \nPlease note: some upper body strength is required (wrists\, forearms\, shoulders). If you have any questions about modifications and accessibility\, please ask to speak with the instructor.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/everybody-sweeps-introduction-to-whisk-broom-making-class/
LOCATION:Hart Square Village\, 5055 Hope Road\, Vale\, NC\, 28168\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Classes/Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T180000
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CREATED:20250723T202137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T202137Z
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SUMMARY:A Charlie Brown Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nEveryone’s favorite holiday classic comes to life in A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS LIVE ON STAGE! Join Charlie Brown\, Snoopy\, Lucy\, Linus\, and the whole Peanuts gang as they put on their own Christmas play and ultimately discover the true meaning of the season. A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS is a present the whole family can enjoy! \n 
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/a-charlie-brown-christmas-3/
LOCATION:Newton Performing Arts Center\, 60 West 6th Street\, Newton\, NC\, 28658\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Entertainment,Kids & Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T190000
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SUMMARY:Santa Claus Visits 2025
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nVisit Santa on the Historic Burke County Courthouse Square in Downtown Morganton! Santa will be working away in his workshop on the square\, ready for visits! \n  \nAbout: \n\n\nDowntown Morganton is the heart of the City. The City of Morganton sits on the Catawba River in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Morganton is blessed with scenic rural landscapes\, abundant outdoor adventure venues\, wonderful shopping and dining opportunities\, a thriving downtown music and art scene\, and a state-of-the-art performing arts center.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/santa-claus-visits-2025-9/
LOCATION:Courthouse Square\, Morganton\, 102 E Union St\, Morganton\, NC\, 28655\, United States
CATEGORIES:Attractions,Kids & Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T210000
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SUMMARY:Downtown Morganton Carriage Rides 2025
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nDowntown Morganton will host carriage rides for the 2025 holiday season on select evenings in November and December. \n  \nAbout: \n\n\nDowntown Morganton is the heart of the City. The City of Morganton sits on the Catawba River in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Morganton is blessed with scenic rural landscapes\, abundant outdoor adventure venues\, wonderful shopping and dining opportunities\, a thriving downtown music and art scene\, and a state-of-the-art performing arts center.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/downtown-morganton-carriage-rides-2025-9/
LOCATION:Courthouse Square\, Morganton\, 102 E Union St\, Morganton\, NC\, 28655\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Kids & Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T230000
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CREATED:20250723T202120Z
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SUMMARY:A Charlie Brown Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nEveryone’s favorite holiday classic comes to life in A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS LIVE ON STAGE! Join Charlie Brown\, Snoopy\, Lucy\, Linus\, and the whole Peanuts gang as they put on their own Christmas play and ultimately discover the true meaning of the season. A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS is a present the whole family can enjoy! \n 
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/a-charlie-brown-christmas-2/
LOCATION:Newton Performing Arts Center\, 60 West 6th Street\, Newton\, NC\, 28658\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Entertainment,Kids & Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T220000
DTSTAMP:20260616T131940
CREATED:20251017T160340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T160340Z
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SUMMARY:Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nThe holiday classic soars off the screen in this stage adaptation of the beloved television special. Filled with holiday hits like “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” and “A Holly Jolly Christmas\,” this classic features all of your favorite characters including Hermey the Elf\, Bumble the Abominable Snow Monster\, Yukon Cornelius and\, of course\, Rudolph. It’s an adventure that teaches us that what makes you different can be what makes you special.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/rudolph-the-red-nosed-reindeer/2025-12-20/
LOCATION:Hickory Community Theatre\, 30 3rd St NW\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Kids & Family,Performing Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T230000
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SUMMARY:Pretty Little Goat
DESCRIPTION:B Chord is happy to host Pretty Little Goat from nearby Brevard\, NC.\n\nPretty Little Goat is grassroots music at its finest. The band formed in 2013 through their common grounding in the deep well of local tradition found in the mountains of Western North Carolina. As young lovers of old-time music\, Pretty Little Goat began winning string band competitions right away. Over the last 12 years\, the band has developed a unique sound\, writing music inspired by the mountains and the musical traditions therein.\n\nMembers of the band are dedicated mentors to the next generation of musicians. Always looking for new and exciting ways to inspire young people\, they have been deeply involved in the local JAM (Junior Appalachian Musicians) program\, music camps\, schools and more.\n\nJosh Carter- Mandolin\nOwen Grooms- Banjo\nMallory Carter- Percussion\nJonathan Grey- Bass\nJackson Dulaney- Dobro\nBrian VanAntwerp- Fiddle\n\nPretty Little Goat sees traditional music is a living art form; vibrant and evolving. Their debut self-titled album released in 2016 presents unique interpretations of old-time songs and tunes along with original material. The Goats’ second album\, “Let The Sun Shine In\,” is full of groovy original music that is “as close as we will ever be to our past while being as current as we need it to be” (Mike Ashworth\, Steep Canyon Rangers).”The Goat’s third album “Big Storm” continues the saga with an album of catchy original and traditional music that is sure to stick with you. Most recently\, “Southland” is an album where the band has really start to hit their stride. Includes a whole slew of new\, catchy\, original songs and tunes\, mixed with traditional fiddle music featuring Madeline Dierauf.\n\nRecent venues and festivals include: Mountain Song Festival\, Merlefest\, Charlotte Whitewater Center\, Steccoah Valley Performing Arts Center\, Isis Music Hall\, The Grey Eagle\, Asheville Cider Fest\, Sierra Nevada Brewery (NC)\, Oskar Blues Brewery (NC)\, almost every brewery in the Asheville area\, Firefly Festival (Delaware)\, South Carolina State Fiddler’s competition\, White Squirrel Festival\, Barley’s Knoxville\, WNCW Studio B.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/pretty-little-goat/
LOCATION:B Chord Live\, 47 Duke St.\, Granite Falls\, NC\, 28630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Live Music
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