Event: Story Time, followed by painting a ceramic pig! Each child will receive their own figurine & can work by themselves or have the help of their guardian or staff member! As much time as needed can be spent painting. Once finished, the piece will remain at the studio to be fired & you'll be contacted once it's ready for […]
Camp: In this week-long summer camp, students will study the theory behind improvisation. Many believe that improvisation requires performers to be able to think fast, but that is not the case. Students will learn that there is a way to structure every improv scene, no matter what the audience suggestion is! Students will explore the art of improvisation through a […]
Event: A relaxing night out painting with old friends and new friends. Enjoy provided snacks & drinks (yes, there'll be wine) while you paint the night away! Choose from our wide selection of pottery & create your own masterpiece!
Event: Get ready to kick off your weekends with the rhythm of summer! The highly anticipated 2025 TGIF Summer Concert Series lineup will bringing a diverse lineup of live music to the heart of downtown. From soulful rhythm and blues to classic rock anthems and country twang, there's something for everyone to enjoy under the stars. Gotcha Groove is a […]
Performance: The New Orleans-based Sierra Green – the “Queen of Frenchman Street” – and her band create a place where soul, blues, and R&B find a new home – and she’ll take you there! About: A variety of unique retail shops, restaurants, professional offices, and entertainment venues are located in a park-like setting in the heart of Hickory. Outdoor […]
Performance: "THE PARTY STARTS HERE" with The Night Move Band. With a cast of musicians that can each boast over 25 years of experience this band is just as home on stage in front of a large festival crowd as they are playing for a private party. With a diverse song list including artists such as The Commadores, Delbert McClinton, […]
Event: Get ready for summer vibes—Friday Night Live returns to the Downtown Square! Join us on select Fridays from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM, June through August, for a free evening of live music, community fun, and local flavor. Bring your family, invite your friends, and soak in the sounds of talented musicians under the open sky. While you’re here, explore […]
Event: The Carolina Summer Show, a fun-filled production with LIVE music, dance, & comedy, hits the stage at the Old Rock School in Valdese in June! From the producers of the beloved Carolina Christmas Show, this homegrown, feel-good variety show will feature talented NC performers presenting a soul-filling collection of pop, country, 50's-60's-70's, rock, Broadway, jazz, patriotic, & gospel music! […]
Performance: This 4th of July, Carnelle Scott is determined to win Brookhaven, Mississippi’s Miss Firecracker contest. Known as “Miss Hot Tamale,” she’s out to change everyone’s perception of her so she can leave town in a blaze of glory. Together with her quirky friend Popeye and erratic duo of cousins, Elain and Demount, she braves the odds to prove the […]
Performance: Waitress is the story of Jenna Hunterson, a waitress and expert pie maker stuck in a small town and a loveless marriage. When a baking contest in a nearby county offers her a chance at escape, Jenna fights to reclaim a long-forgotten part of herself. Through the support of her fellow waitresses and an unexpected romance, Jenna begins to […]
Performance: The Groove Machine experience provokes fond memories of a time when music was timeless. They enjoy every aspect of perfecting our musical craft, taking their passion into each performance. Whether it’s a company event, wedding, festival, concert, or sports bar venue, we bring THE entertainment atmosphere, surrounding the audience with a good time, playing the music they love. If […]
Event: Join Hart Square Foundation to create your own large reed basket designed after a basket on display at Hart Square. Measuring 14" long by 12 " wide by 8" high, this basket will require 4 hours of good attention and effort to complete. Beginning or experienced weavers rise to the challenge and weave this attractive, useful basket. About: […]