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SUMMARY:WPS Auditions: Principal Tuba
DESCRIPTION:Audition Date: Sunday\, May 24\, 2026 \nApplication Deadline: Friday\, May 15\, 2026 \nHow to apply: Send a one-page performance résumé (.PDF) to WPS Personnel Manager: pm@wpsymphony.org \nAuditions will be held at: Western Piedmont Symphony Offices at the SALT Block\n243 Third Ave. NE\, Suite 1-N\, Hickory\, NC 28601 \n26-27 Season Service Rates: \n\nPrincipal $92/service plus travel\nAssociate Principal $85/service plus travel\nSection $80/service travel\n\nTravel rate is determined by the one-way distance from musician’s residence to WPS standard venue(s).  \n\n0-40 miles: $0\n40-80 miles: $10 per round-trip made\n80+ miles: $20 per round-trip made\n\nThere are approximately 35 services total for the 26-27 Season \nNo phone calls\, please. \nOnly highly qualified candidates should apply. \nThe winning candidate must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.A. before an offer of contract is made. \nWestern Piedmont Symphony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. \nWestern Piedmont Symphony is a regional professional per-service orchestra.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/wps-auditions-principal-tuba/
LOCATION:SALT Block Foundation\, 243 3rd Ave NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Piedmont Symphony":MAILTO:info@wpsymphony.org
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SUMMARY:WPS Auditions: Third Trumpet
DESCRIPTION:Announcing the following vacancies for the 2026-2027 season: \nThird Trumpet \nAudition repertoire and information available at: wpsymphony.org/employment/auditions-third-trumpet/ \nAudition Date: Sunday\, May 24\, 2026 \nApplication Deadline: Friday\, May 15\, 2026 \nSend a one-page performance résumé (.PDF) to WPS Personnel Manager: pm@wpsymphony.org \nAuditions will be held at: Western Piedmont Symphony Offices at the SALT Block \n243 Third Ave. NE.\, Suite 1-N\, Hickory\, NC 28601
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/wps-auditions-third-trumpet/
LOCATION:SALT Block Foundation\, 243 3rd Ave NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Piedmont Symphony":MAILTO:info@wpsymphony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T150000
DTSTAMP:20260619T044517
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SUMMARY:Appalachian Echoes Exhibition Artist Q+A
DESCRIPTION:Join us at NoCo ARTS on Sunday\, May 24th from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. for a special Artist Q&A celebrating the Appalachian Echoes exhibition. Experience an engaging afternoon of conversation as participating artists share the stories\, inspirations\, traditions\, and creative processes behind their work exploring the spirit and culture of Appalachia. \nBe a part of this wonderful opportunity to connect with the artists\, ask questions\, and gain deeper insight into the exhibition’s themes of heritage\, community\, landscape\, and storytelling through art. \nThis event is FREE to attend and open to the public. \nArtists Featured in Appalachian Echoes are the following:\n– John David Brown\, III\n– Linda Cole\n– Kylie Coonse\n– Eiryn Dishmon\n– Kat Evans\n– Tracy Gansrow\n– Rachel Haungs\n– Margaret Hood\n– Meredith Janssen\n– Abigail Jimenez Ramos\n– Martha Lord\n– Theresa McDanel\n– Emily Drew Mash\n– Arran Murphy\n– Devin Troy Murphy\n– Beth Oczkowski\n– Judy Rider\n– Lindsay Robins\n– Jen Schuster\n– Krista Skelton\n– Dede Starnes\n– Kaleb Sweet\n– Andy Thomason\n– Caitlin Wellner
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/appalachian-echoes-exhibition-artist-qa/
LOCATION:NoCo Arts\, 118 N. College Avenue\, Newton\, NC\, 28658\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="NoCo Arts":MAILTO:traci@nocoartsnc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T130000
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SUMMARY:DINOSAURS!
DESCRIPTION:Dinosaurs Return to Catawba Science Center\nOpening at the Catawba Science Center on February 8th! \nMembers-only opening Saturday\, February 7th – Public Opening Sunday\, February 8th
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/dinosoaurs/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:Catawba Science Center\, 243 Third Avenue NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Attractions,Education,Kids & Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Catawba Science Center":MAILTO:info@catawbascience.org
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SUMMARY:NEW!!! VR Experience with IMMOTION
DESCRIPTION:Step back 66 million years and journey through the final chapter of the age of dinosaurs in Dinosaur Evolution—a thrilling immersive experience that brings the Cretaceous world to life. Witness feathered raptors on the hunt\, armored giants defending their turf\, and the mighty T. rex at the top of the food chain. But even these perfectly evolved creatures couldn’t escape Earth’s most devastating extinction event. Stunning visuals and cutting-edge science reveal how evolution shaped the dinosaurs—and how birds\, their modern-day descendants\, continue their legacy. It’s a prehistoric adventure that will inspire the next generation of paleontologists and conservationists alike.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/new-vr-experience-with-immotion/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:Catawba Science Center\, 243 Third Avenue NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts,Attractions,Education,Kids & Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Catawba Science Center":MAILTO:info@catawbascience.org
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SUMMARY:NEW!!! VR Experience with IMMOTION- Shark Dive
DESCRIPTION:Dive into adventure with our NEW IMMOTION VR Experience: Shark Dive\, launching May 22nd at CSC! Get up close with the incredible sharks of Tiger Beach in this thrilling\, immersive underwater experience. No wetsuit required. \nPlease take note of the Business hours: \nMon & Tues: Closed to the public\nWed – Sat: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm\nSun: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm\nNew: Friday Extended Hours : 10:00 am – 5:30 pm
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/new-vr-experience-with-immotion-shark-dive-2/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:Catawba Science Center\, 243 Third Avenue NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids & Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Catawba Science Center":MAILTO:info@catawbascience.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T180000
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SUMMARY:Line Dancing with Angie!
DESCRIPTION:Event: \n\nEvery Sunday from 6pm-7:30pm in Hickory! All skill levels welcomed… Even those with two left feet!
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/line-dancing-with-angie/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:Dive Bar Hickory\, 117 Government Ave SW\, Hickory\, NC\, 28602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes/Courses,Dancing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dive Bar Hickory":MAILTO:gmhickory@divebarnc.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T210000
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SUMMARY:Copper Penny Grill Lake Hickory: Music Events
DESCRIPTION:Our May lineup is live at Copper Penny Lake Hickory!\n\n\n This Month at the Penny:\n• Fri. 15th – Jennifer Alvarado\n• Sat. 16th – Stephen Howard\n• Sun. 17th – Luke Kiser \n• Fri. 22nd – Caiden Smith\n• Sat. 23rd – Ben Lankford\n• Sun. 24th – Adam Rose \n• Fri. 29th – Cesar Cruz\n• Sat. 30th – Zac Chirstensen\n• Sun. 31st – Dylan Cox\n\n\n\n\nEnjoy the month of May with cold drinks\, good tunes\, and all your favorite games.\n copperpennylakehickory.com\n\n\n#LiveMusicNC #LakeVibes #CopperPennyGrill #LakeHickoryMusic
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/copper-penny-grill-lake-hickory-music-events/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:Copper Penny Grill Lake Hickory\, 101 Catawba Avenue\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drinks,Live Music,Nightlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Copper Penny Grill Lake Hickory":MAILTO:copperpennygrill@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T213000
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SUMMARY:Hickory Crawdads vs. Charleston RiverDogs
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nGame Highlight (3): Memorial Day Tribute & Firework Show \nThe Crawdads will be honoring those who gave their lives in service of this country. | Presented By Courtyard by Marriott\, WHKY 1290AM and 102.3FM \nGame Highlight: Church Bulletin Sunday \nBring your church bulletin to the ticket office for a discounted $6 ticket. The ‘Dads will donate $4 from each ticket to that bulletin’s respective church. | Presented By Harrison’s \nGame Highlight: Salute to Troops \nAs part of Military Appreciation Weekend\, active duty and retired military personnel can get free parking to the game with a military ID!
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/hickory-crawdads-vs-charleston-riverdogs-6/
LOCATION:L. P. Frans Stadium\, 2500 Clement Blvd NW\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sports
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hickory Crawdads":MAILTO:crawdad@hickorycrawdads.com
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