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SUMMARY:Special Education Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Special Education Summit aims to minister to families of individuals living with disability\, as well as those that educate and serve them through the local church and school. The sessions provide spiritual insight and practical help for fulfilling God’s call to reach exceptional families. \nRegistration is now open. For more information\, please contact Sara Bookout at sara.bookout@tcshickory.org.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/special-education-summit-2026/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:Tabernacle Christian School\, 1225 29th Avenue Dr NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T080000
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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/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Alexander County Services Center\, 151 West Main Ave\, Taylorsville\, NC\, 28681\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Farmers Markets
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SUMMARY:Hickory Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nCome see us for the healthiest\, local fresh food \,and shake the hand of your farmer who grew it! Enjoy local musicians\, taste our local Chefs’ market creations\, and visit with friends. We promise the glory of a good harvest\, select meats\, rice\, honey\, eggs\, cheeses\, baked goods\, marinades\, preserves & pickles\, fresh cut flowers\, transplants\, potted plants\, fresh herbs\, heritage & artisan crafts\, street foods and more… join your neighbors each week and shop with the people who grow your food! Welcome!
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/hickory-farmers-market/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Union Square – Downtown Hickory\, 280 Union Square\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Farmers Markets
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hickory Farmers Market":MAILTO:hickoryncfarmersmarket@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T120000
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SUMMARY:Chair Caning Class – Chairs
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time and learn the early Appalachian skill of “bottoming chairs.” This 4-hour class will show you step by step how to weave a herringbone pattern with reed to form your chair seat. Materials will be provided. A chair frame will be provided\, or you may bring a standard chair frame of your own. If you bring your own\, the chair should measure around 14.5 inches front to back and 17.5 inches at the widest part of the seat. \nIt is recommended that you take the Caroline stool caning class first\, but it is not required.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/chair-caning-class-chairs/
LOCATION:Hart Square Village\, 5055 Hope Road\, Vale\, NC\, 28168\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes/Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T130000
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SUMMARY:French Bread Basket Class
DESCRIPTION:Black wrought iron handles make this basket look great. Length is 14″. Functional basket to hold lots of baked goods! All materials and supplies provided. Ages 16+. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/french-bread-basket-class/
LOCATION:Hart Square Village\, 5055 Hope Road\, Vale\, NC\, 28168\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes/Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T093000
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SUMMARY:Western Piedmont Woodcrafters
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nWestern Piedmont Woodcrafters is an informal group of men and women dedicated to ALL kinds of woodworking. We meet once a month for a couple of hours to hear a guest speaker talk about a woodworking project\, demonstrate a hand or power tool\, or new woodworking techniques. Administrators will approve people requesting to be members of this group.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/western-piedmont-woodcrafters/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Klingspor’s Woodworking Shop\, 856 21st St Dr SE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Classes/Courses
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Piedmont Woodcrafters":MAILTO:westernpiedmontwoodcrafters@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T150000
DTSTAMP:20260617T112731
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T152319Z
UID:10009464-1782554400-1782572400@hickorybuzz.com
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-2/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Petsense by Tractor Supply\, 1009 Blowing Rock Blvd\, Lenoir\, NC\, 28645\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community,Kids & Family
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T160000
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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 \n 
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/dinosoaurs-2/2026-06-27/
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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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T134321Z
UID:10017243-1782554400-1782576000@hickorybuzz.com
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-2/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Catawba Science Center\, 243 Third Avenue NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Attractions,Education,Kids & Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Catawba Science Center":MAILTO:info@catawbascience.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T180000
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SUMMARY:Heroes of Barcadia at Schwarzbär Ale Haus
DESCRIPTION:$5 gets you one of 8 spots at the table for Hereos of Barcadia – every Saturday at 4pm. This 10-week tournament will test your skills\, patience and drinking ability.\n\nWhat to Expect: In Heroes of Barcadia\, players battle monsters and bosses to collect Power-Ups with mystical abilities. Perhaps one of these powerful relics can give you a winning advantage in your race for the Drink Hoard.\n\nUse devious Loot Cards to ruin your opponent’s plans\, all the while making sure your Health Bar Cup doesn’t end up empty.Nice guys finish last in this fast-paced\, ever-changing\, pun-tastic party game for fantasy and beverage connoisseurs alike.\n\nTHE LAW OF THE LAND:\n\n– Must be 15+– Weekly play is limited to 8 seats– Alcohol not required but no outside beverages permitted– Spots are available on a first-come\, first-served basis– Tickets may be purchased up to 48-hours in advance (Thursday)– Tickets are available for purchase in-store or via Eventbrite (fee applies)– Final game (3/14/26) will be limited to prior weekly winners\, with purse and trophy awarded to winner\n\nTickets go on sale every Thursday\, purchase onsite or online at Eventbrite. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/heroes-of-barcadia-tournament-at-schwarzbar-ale-haus-week-one-tickets-1980012394372
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/heroes-of-barcadia-at-schwarzbar-ale-haus/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Schwarzbär Ale Haus & Biergarten\, 305 1st Ave. S\, Conover\, NC\, 28613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T180000
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SUMMARY:Daddy Daughter Dance
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a sweet time at the 2026 candy land daddy daughter dance. Hosted by Girl Scout troop 10365.\n\n🍭Dance the night away in our candy land themed room🍭Enjoy dancing\, crafts\, games\, prizes and more🍭Refuel with our light refreshments\n\n\nTickets available now only using the link below!$20 for daddy/daughter duo. $7 for additional guests.\n\nAll Girls are welcome!Bring dad\, stepdad\, grandpa\, uncle\, or other substitute adult.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/daddy-daughter-dance/
LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church\, 237 2nd St. NW\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dancing,Entertainment,Kids & Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T220000
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CREATED:20260319T162517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T162517Z
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SUMMARY:Hickory FC vs. Charlotte Independence 2
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nThe Hickory FC is playing against the Charlotte Independence 2. \nHickory FC is a USL League Two soccer team based in Hickory\, NC\, founded in 2023. The team brings high-level summer soccer to the Catawba Valley\, showcasing top collegiate and aspiring professional players.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/hickory-fc-vs-charlotte-independence-2/
LOCATION:Moretz Stadium\, 4th St Dr NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sports
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hickory FC":MAILTO:info@hickoryfc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T220000
DTSTAMP:20260617T112731
CREATED:20260604T150154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T150154Z
UID:10020397-1782586800-1782597600@hickorybuzz.com
SUMMARY:Hickory Crawdads vs. Hill City Howlers
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nGame Highlight (2): Llamas de Hickory & Sugar Skull Jersey Giveaway \nThe Crawdads will be taking on their alternate identity of the Llamas de Hickory as they celebrate the Latinx community in MiLB’s Copa de la Diversion program. The first 1\,000 fans will receive a Crawdads sugar skull jersey. | Presented By UNC Health Blue Ridge\, Big Dawg 92.1 | First 1\,000 Fans \nGame Highlight: Post-Game Fireworks \nWe’re lighting up the sky with a booming fireworks show after the game! | Presented By Courtyard by Marriott
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/hickory-crawdads-vs-hill-city-howlers-5/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T220000
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CREATED:20260611T152843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T152843Z
UID:10020653-1782586800-1782597600@hickorybuzz.com
SUMMARY:Hickory Motor Speedway 76th Birthday Night
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nHickory Motor Speedway\, located in Hickory\, North Carolina\, is one of stock car racing’s most legendary tracks. Known as the “World’s Most Famous Short Track” and the “Birthplace of NASCAR Stars\,” it continues to host top-tier racing. The speedway is a venue for NASCAR’s Whelen All-American Series and the CARS Tour\, which showcases Late Model and Super Late Model series on the same night.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/hickory-motor-speedway-76th-birthday-night/
LOCATION:Hickory Motor Speedway\, 3130 US Hwy 70 SE\, Newton\, NC\, 28658\, United States
CATEGORIES:Car Shows,Community,Sports
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hickory Motor Speedway":MAILTO:Hickorymotor@bellsouth.net
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