Camp: In this week-long summer camp, students will develop the skills needed to really stand out at an audition! They will practice cold readings, as well as prepare audition monologues. Students will also get the opportunity to work with multiple guest artists to prepare for singing and dancing audition segments for musicals. The camp will culminate in a final mock […]

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 […]

Camp: In this week-long summer camp, students will develop the skills needed to really stand out at an audition! They will practice cold readings, as well as prepare audition monologues. Students will also get the opportunity to work with multiple guest artists to prepare for singing and dancing audition segments for musicals. The camp will culminate in a final mock […]

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 […]

Camp: In this week-long summer camp, students will develop the skills needed to really stand out at an audition! They will practice cold readings, as well as prepare audition monologues. Students will also get the opportunity to work with multiple guest artists to prepare for singing and dancing audition segments for musicals. The camp will culminate in a final mock […]

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 […]

Camp: In this week-long summer camp, students will develop the skills needed to really stand out at an audition! They will practice cold readings, as well as prepare audition monologues. Students will also get the opportunity to work with multiple guest artists to prepare for singing and dancing audition segments for musicals. The camp will culminate in a final mock […]

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: Participants will learn the basics of chess, strategies, and tactics by playing with other chess enthusiasts in the community. All skill levels, from beginners to champions, are welcome. Eugene Brown provides this program from the Big Chair Chess Club.   About: Hickory Public Library promotes a high quality of life by providing empowering opportunities and excellent service. Hickory Public […]

Event: The Folkways Film series is a collaborative program with the Footcandle Film Society and Folkstreams. Folkstreams is dedicated to preserving the stories of America through its mission of "finding, preserving, contextualizing, and showcasing documentary films on American traditional cultures." Established in 2000 by Tom Davenport, a national heritage award recipient, filmmaker, and farmer, this non-profit organization is supported by […]

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 […]

Camp: In this week-long summer camp, students will develop the skills needed to really stand out at an audition! They will practice cold readings, as well as prepare audition monologues. Students will also get the opportunity to work with multiple guest artists to prepare for singing and dancing audition segments for musicals. The camp will culminate in a final mock […]

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: 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 […]

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!

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: […]

Event: Create a handbuilt wall vase ideal for displaying fresh or dried floral arrangements! Participants may choose from a variety of glaze colors for the finish. You will be notified when your finished piece is ready for pick up, usually in 2-3 weeks. Participants may choose to have their creation shipped for a fee of $12. This fee covers the […]

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 […]

Event: In this class, you will build your berry bowl using clay slabs and forms. You'll have the opportunity to decorate your berry bowls with distinctive textures and select a glaze for the final firing of your piece. You will be notified when your finished piece is ready for pickup, usually in 2-3 three weeks. This class is designed for […]

Event: In this hands-on workshop, you will learn the art and history of cordial making. Cordials and liqueurs start with a base of alcohol or apple cider vinegar and are infused with herbs, fruit, roots, seeds, spices, and raw honey. The addition of rich flavors and natural sweeteners turns neutral alcohol into a delectable spirit. In this class, we will […]

Event: Deconstruct a recycled book and turn it into a journal personalized entirely for your own needs with your own sense of flair.   About: Hickory Public Library promotes a high quality of life by providing empowering opportunities and excellent service. Hickory Public Library is a department of the City of Hickory, North Carolina, located in the foothills of the […]

Event: Make Music Catawba County is an all-day, open-access, free “do it yourself” festival taking place across Catawba County on June 21st every year. Participation is encouraged from all ages, genres, and abilities…from indie rock to bluegrass to acapella, from music students to professional artists and everything in-between. Join us to ring in the Summer Solstice, as part of an […]

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! […]

Event: Newton Street Jam hosted by CesarJC! We encourage musicians of all levels to join us for a jam at the park. Bring a song you’d like to play, or sit-in to back up others. This is a very open-ended event. The program will largely be determined by who shows up and what they want to play.   About: Arts […]

Event: Join us for a powerful, heart-opening Summer Solstice Ceremony with Indigenous healer, teacher, and artist Walking Tall, as we honor the longest day of the year and ignite transformation through sacred fire, prayer, and movement. This is a time of activation, alignment, and ancestral connection, and all are invited to share in this sacred community offering. Come As You […]

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: 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 […]