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SUMMARY:The ART Table Lunch Break
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nHickory Museum of Art would like to invite you to join us every Wednesday at 11:30 AM for lunch and an informal conversation with artist Jim Wojtowicz about art\, creativity\, and more at HMA’s On the Go satellite location at Valley Hills Mall. Whether you’re an artist or not\, Jim’s engaging and informative approach fosters a relaxed environment where participants discover new ideas and perspectives about art and creativity. \nStop by the food court or bring a packed lunch from home and join us at The ART Table to enjoy this FREE midweek break from routine that’s filled with inspiration and creativity. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/the-art-table-lunch-break/2026-04-22/
LOCATION:Valley Hills Mall\, 1960 US Hwy 70 SE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community,Open House
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SUMMARY:Think Like An Artist
DESCRIPTION:Think Like an Artist is a free weekly program at the HMA Satellite at Valley Hills Mall that explores how artists approach creativity. Led by artist and HMA staff member Jim Wojtowicz\, each session includes a focused look at how artists see and solve problems\, followed by an open Q&A. Whether you’re a working artist looking for new ideas or simply curious about how creativity works\, you’ll walk away with practical insights you can use in your own work and daily life.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/think-like-an-artist/2026-04-22/
LOCATION:Valley Hills Mall\, 1960 US Hwy 70 SE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Classes/Courses
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hickory Museum of Art":MAILTO:info@hickoryart.org
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SUMMARY:Pint Size Picassos
DESCRIPTION:Our pint-sized Picasso takes on a new adventure at our temporary location inside Valley Hills Mall (#209\, 2nd floor\, beside American Eagle). Young children and their favorite grown-up are introduced to art\, the Museum\, and how they work together to cultivate creativity. Each class will focus on a new book and artwork to go along with the book. \nTo register\, contact Karla Starnes at kstarnes@hickoryart.org. \nLocation: HMA Satellite Location at Valley Hills Mall #209\n3 – 5 Years with Accompanying Adult\n$15; $10 Members; Adults free
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/pint-size-picassos/2026-04-22/
LOCATION:Valley Hills Mall\, 1960 US Hwy 70 SE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Classes/Courses,Kids & Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hickory Museum of Art":MAILTO:info@hickoryart.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T190000
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SUMMARY:Silent Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Event: \n\n\n5-5:30: Grab a snack\, a drink\, cozy up.\n5:30-6:30: Silent reading\n6:30-7: chat with other readers or keep reading silently—totally up to you.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/silent-book-club/2026-04-22/
LOCATION:MoonJoy Meadery\, 902 West Ave NW\, Lenoir\, NC\, 28645\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="MoonJoy Meadery":MAILTO:Moonjoymeadery@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T120000
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SUMMARY:$30 Thursday - Tattoos
DESCRIPTION:$30 THURSDAYS!!! – 100’s of tattoo designs to choose from for only $30!!! – (Designs are 3-4 times larger than our “tiny tattoo” designs!) – WALKINS WELCOME!!! – Sorry\, no appointments for this event.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/30-thursday-tattoos/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Tattoo Factory of Hickory\, 724 1st Ave SW\, Hickory\, NC\, 28602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Retail
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SUMMARY:Karaoke Night at the Dive Bar
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nHosted by Audible Entertainment\, Dive Bar High Point’s Karaoke Night is the best in Downtown Hickory with great specials and a fun vibe! Doors open at 5pm for all. After 8pm we are 21+ Only. Karaoke starts just after 9pm.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/karoke-night/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Dive Bar Hickory\, 117 Government Ave SW\, Hickory\, NC\, 28602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Live Music
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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/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Klingspor’s Woodworking Shop\, 856 21st St Dr SE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Classes/Courses
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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-2/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Petsense by Tractor Supply\, 1009 Blowing Rock Blvd\, Lenoir\, NC\, 28645\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community,Kids & Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T160000
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SUMMARY:Paint & Sip at B Chord Live
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a gathering of fun and creativity!We are happy to host our first Paint & Sip at B Chord Live in Granite Falls\, NCThe canvas will be outlined for your painting ease\, and all supplies will be provided\, as well as guidance from Pam\, and the kitchen and bar will be openText or call Pamela Smith to register 828-396-3003  & reserve your spot for $30
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/paint-sip-at-b-chord-live/
LOCATION:B Chord Live\, 47 Duke St.\, Granite Falls\, NC\, 28630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T160000
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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/2026-04-26/
LOCATION:Catawba Science Center\, 243 Third Avenue NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts,Attractions,Education,Kids & Family
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