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SUMMARY:Teen Drawing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Is your pre-teen or teen curious about drawing? \nOn the last Monday of each month\, ages 10 and up have the opportunity to learn and practice simple drawing techniques.\nOur Teen Drawing Workshop offers a friendly\, casual environment to inspire creativity while improving illustration skills.\nBring a sketchbook and each month we will focus on a different drawing technique\, subject\, or theme.\nSign up for one or all! Classes run from September to May. \n\n\nTo register\, contact Karla Starnes at kstarnes@hickoryart.org. \nLocation: HMA on the Go Satellite Location at Valley Hills Mall
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/teen-drawing-workshop/2026-04-27/
LOCATION:Valley Hills Mall\, 1960 US Hwy 70 SE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Classes/Courses,Kids & Family
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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-2/2026-04-29/
LOCATION:Catawba Science Center\, 243 Third Avenue NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Attractions,Education,Kids & Family
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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-2/2026-04-29/
LOCATION:Catawba Science Center\, 243 Third Avenue NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Attractions,Education,Kids & Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T050345Z
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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/2026-04-29/
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:20260430T100000
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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-2/2026-04-30/
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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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-2/2026-04-30/
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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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-2/2026-05-01/
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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LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T134321Z
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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-2/2026-05-01/
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:20260502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T150000
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CREATED:20250814T203314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T152319Z
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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-2/2026-05-02/
LOCATION:Petsense by Tractor Supply\, 1009 Blowing Rock Blvd\, Lenoir\, NC\, 28645\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community,Kids & Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Partners For Cats":MAILTO:partnersforcatsrescue@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T150000
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CREATED:20260129T133629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T110018Z
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SUMMARY:Farm Charm Market
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a beautiful Spring day at the farm for our biannual Farm Charm Market. We plan to have lots of vendors\, food\, and family fun. If you are interested in becoming a vendor please email Kristen at teaguekristen1894@gmail.com for a vendor application.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/farm-charm-market/
LOCATION:Broken Arrow Farm\, 2385 Old Island Ford Road\, Claremont\, NC\, 28610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Farmers Markets,Food & Drinks,Kids & Family,Retail
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T160000
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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-2/2026-05-02/
LOCATION:Catawba Science Center\, 243 Third Avenue NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Attractions,Education,Kids & Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hickorybuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Monthly-Journaling-Club-1-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Catawba Science Center":MAILTO:info@catawbascience.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T094204
CREATED:20260211T145318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T134321Z
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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-2/2026-05-02/
LOCATION:Catawba Science Center\, 243 Third Avenue NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Attractions,Education,Kids & Family
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hickorybuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Dinosaur.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Catawba Science Center":MAILTO:info@catawbascience.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T170000
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CREATED:20260423T073131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T073131Z
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SUMMARY:Foothills HBA Spring Fling Food Truck Festival
DESCRIPTION:SPRING FLING FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL\nEat. Drink. Play. Connect.\nGet ready\, Hickory—this isn’t just another event.The Spring Fling Food Truck Festival is where the entire community comes together for great food\, cold drinks\, and a full day of fun. \nWhether you’re coming for the food trucks\, the games\, or just a reason to get out and enjoy the day—you’ll find it here. \n\nWHAT TO EXPECT\n🍔 Food Trucks You’ll Crave\nA lineup of local favorites serving everything from comfort food to sweet treats. Come hungry—you’re going to want to try it all. \n🍻 Adult Beverages\nKick back and enjoy a drink while you walk\, shop\, and connect with friends and neighbors. \n🎯 Games & Activities\nFun for all ages. Bring the kids\, bring your friends—there’s something happening around every corner. \n🛠️ “Nail It” – Ask the Experts\nThinking about building\, renovating\, or buying land?Meet local builders and industry pros ready to answer your questions—no pressure\, just real conversations. \n🛍️ Pop-Up Shops\nShop local vendors\, discover unique finds\, and support small businesses in our community. \n\nWHY YOU SHOULD COME\nThis event is about more than food—it’s about community. \nIt’s neighbors meeting neighbors.It’s local businesses connecting with local people.It’s a chance to support the people who are building\, growing\, and investing right here in our area. \n\nBRING YOUR PEOPLE\n✔ Families✔ Friends✔ Date nights✔ Anyone who loves good food and a good time \n\nJOIN US\nCome for the food.Stay for the fun.Leave feeling connected to your community.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/foothills-hba-spring-fling-food-truck-festival/
LOCATION:Valley Hills Mall\, 1960 US Hwy 70 SE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drinks,Kids & Family,Networking Event,Retail
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T160000
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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
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/dinosoaurs/2026-05-03/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T094204
CREATED:20260211T145315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T155751Z
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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/2026-05-03/
LOCATION:Catawba Science Center\, 243 Third Avenue NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Arts,Attractions,Education,Kids & Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Catawba Science Center":MAILTO:info@catawbascience.org
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