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SUMMARY:Steve Abee Fall Kiln Opening
DESCRIPTION:Location:\nSteve Abee Pottery\n2349 Mystery Trail Lane\nLenoir\, NC 28645\n\nSteve Abee\n828-640-0197\n\nSteve Abee Fall Kiln Opening – October 18th\, 2025\n\nPreview begins at 9:00 am\nSale starts at 10:00 am\n\nThis firing will feature a wide selection of traditional Face Jugs\, striking Swirl-ware\, and hand-crafted Figurines\, all rooted in the 19th-century Catawba Valley tradition.\n\nWe’re also excited to welcome potter Ed Lane\, who will be offering his own creations during the event.\n\nAnd there may be a very special surprise: if the kiln cooperates\, we’ll be firing a few unfired pieces by legendary potter Charles Lisk—works that have been sitting on his shelves for over a decade\, waiting for their turn in the flames. If they survive the firing\, these rare pieces will be available\, making this kiln opening one to remember.\n\nCome early\, walk through the pottery\, and claim your favorites fresh from the groundhog kiln!
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/steve-abee-fall-kiln-opening/
LOCATION:See Description\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts
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SUMMARY:Bucket Basket Class
DESCRIPTION:This fun basket starts with a woven base and ends with a “push-in” handle. It’s made of reed from the rattan vine\, measures 8″ tall and 10″ wide. A choice of colors will be available. Makes a great gift or handy basket to have around. Beginners welcome.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/bucket-basket-class/
LOCATION:Hart Square Village\, 5055 Hope Road\, Vale\, NC\, 28168\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Classes/Courses
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SUMMARY:25th Annual Woodworking Extravaganza
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Extravaganza! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery October\, Klingspor’s Woodworking Shop sponsors and hosts the ONLY woodworking show of its kind in North Carolina on October 17th & 18th. The Woodworking Extravaganza\, at the Hickory Metro Convention Center in Hickory\, NC. \nFolks from the surrounding fifteen states travel to attend. In 2010\, for example\, over 4\,500 people attended this event. This year there will be 50+ Vendors Many hosting their own booths and offering expert advice. There will also be over 20 free demos\, and crafts and games for your little ones. there will be plenty to see and learn. \nSoap carving will be returning again this year. Join us Friday\, October 17th\, and Saturday\, October 18th\, 2025 to learn how to make soap carvings. 
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/25th-annual-woodworking-extravaganza/2025-10-18/
LOCATION:Hickory Metro Convention Center\, 1960 13th Ave Dr SE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community,Retail
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SUMMARY:Day-Long Art Retreat at Mulberry Creek Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, October 18th\, at Mulberry Creek Farm for a Day-Long Art Retreat brought to you by NoCo ARTS! \nImmerse yourself in nature while exploring plein air painting\, experimenting with mixed media\, AND discovering the beauty of creating with nature. \nWhether you’re looking to grow your skills\, spark new inspiration\, or simply enjoy a day surrounded by creativity\, this retreat is designed to refresh your art—and your spirit. \nMEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS: \nManny Maldonado | An award-winning artist with a passion for painting in ‘plein air’ Manny Maldonado will start each workshop with a simple 4 -step process to gently guide participants to paint outside. Each participant will be provided with a canvas board\, an easel\, paints and brushes*. Already have a plein air setup? Feel free to bring what you have! This workshop is geared for absolute beginners to experienced painters. *Easel\, additional paints and brushes are supplied for use during workshop and not to take home. \nTraci Blasko | Mixed-media artist Traci Blasko will start her workshop by having participants do creative exercises that will help awaken the right side of the brain before diving into a variety of mediums and creative techniques. Each participant will receive a gallery wrapped canvas to create a beautiful Fall-themed work of art. \nKat Evans | In this workshop\, photographer and mixed-media artist Kat Evans will start by asking participants to join her on a walk around Mulberry Creek Farm to gather surrounding flora. Using different printmaking techniques\, each participant will take home framable art prints created with nature! \nDate: Saturday\, October 18th\, 2025 \nTime: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. \nLocation: Mulberry Creek Farm | 4777 Old Catawba Road\, Catawba\, NC 28609 \nCost: $165 which includes a lunch provided by The Taste of Catawba. NoCo ARTS Members receive a discounted Members Price of $150. No experience required. \nAge: 16+ \nAdmission: $150 for NoCo ARTS Members | $165 for Non-Members \nLocation:\nMulberry Creek Farm in Catawba\n4777 Old Catawba Road\nCatawba\, NC 28609\nContact: NoCo ARTS
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/day-long-art-retreat-at-mulberry-creek-farm/
LOCATION:See Description\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts
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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-2/2025-10-18/
LOCATION:Petsense by Tractor Supply\, 1009 Blowing Rock Blvd\, Lenoir\, NC\, 28645\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community,Kids & Family
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SUMMARY:Landscape Needle Felting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join instructor Dede Starnes as she once again leads you to discover the wonderful world of needle felting. \nLandscape Needle Felting Workshop:  An Introduction to Fiber Art \nLearn the basics of needle felting and create a personally inspired landscape! Bring a personal\npicture of a place you love or use some of our mountain inspired landscapes. Perfect for all\nskill levels\, this workshop combines hands-on learning and all the materials you need to create\nyour own masterpiece. \nDuration: 3 Hours. 1-4pm\nMin: 5 Max: 8 Recommended age: 13+\nCost: $55.00 (includes start up materials)
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/landscape-needle-felting-workshop/
LOCATION:NoCo Arts\, 118 N. College Avenue\, Newton\, NC\, 28658\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Classes/Courses
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SUMMARY:Pride & Prejudice at The Green Room Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Jane Austen’s classic gets a bold\, witty makeover in Kate Hamill’s fast-paced adaptation. Follow Elizabeth Bennet as she navigates love\, family\, and social expectations with sharp humor and heart. This playful take brings a fresh\, feminist twist to the beloved story of pride\, prejudice\, and finding your match.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/pride-prejudice-at-the-green-room-theatre/2025-10-18/
LOCATION:The Green Room Community Theatre\, 10 S. Main Ave.\, Newton\, NC\, 28658\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Entertainment,Theater
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SUMMARY:Haunted Illusions
DESCRIPTION:Performance: \nTreat your family to an evening of mind-blowing magic and comedy that gets the whole audience into the act. You’ll be stunned and amazed as master illusionist David Caserta has people levitating\, disappearing\, and reappearing right before your eyes. You will witness never before seen illusions that have been created just for this show. Families will thrill\, laugh and possibly vanish from sight at a magic spectacular like no other. What better way to celebrate Halloween than with an incredible night of magic – at the Halloween spectacular Haunted Illusions! There will be tons of tricks and more than a few treats. You and your entire family will be captivated with dazzling spells\, uproarious comedy and audience participation that gets all the ghosts\, ghouls\, and goblins into the act! David Caserta is one of the top touring illusionists in the country. As seen on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent”\, CW’s “Penn and Teller Fool Us”\, and International Television\, David invents and performs many original illusions that you will not see anywhere else. Incredible state of the art lighting featuring moving lights\, themed music soundtrack\, pyro smoke effects\, and only the best and latest in illusion technology. This is a magic spectacular like nothing else on tour today! Audiences and critics agree\, this is one show not to be missed! \n  \nAbout: \nThe Newton Performing Arts Center is a historic Art Deco theater in Newton\, NC. It offers live performances\, concerts\, and community events in an intimate\, state-of-the-art setting. With a seating capacity of 504\, the venue is equipped with modern amenities\, including a full bar\, live music options\, and facilities for meetings and events. It prides itself on delivering “small town theater with big city entertainment.”
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/haunted-illusions/
LOCATION:Newton Performing Arts Center\, 60 West 6th Street\, Newton\, NC\, 28658\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Live Music
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