Embark on the journey of cidermaking through time. Cider was the backbone of colonial America, tying homesteads together and providing an adaptable beverage to families. This class will cover the history, tradition, and basics of cider making. We will process apples, press fresh juice, as well as have a tasting of hard ciders ranging from commercial ciders to traditional styled […]
Event: Crafters of all kinds will be here. Proceeds go to the Catawba County Council on Aging.
Event: The Hiddenite Celebration of the Arts takes place each year on the fourth Saturday in September on Hiddenite Church Rd., in Hiddenite, NC. The FREE fest features shopping for fine arts and handmade products, living history demonstrations by skilled craftspeople, four live performance stages with music, dance, and storytelling, an interactive Celebration Children's area, and so much more! The […]
Event: Western 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.
Event: We will be at this adoption event with lots of cats and kittens available! We also have a line of cat themed jewelry and other items that we sell to raise money for the rescue. All of our cats are fully vetted indoor cats 😉 We do have contacts for barn or warehouse type cats... Vetting includes spay/neuter, rabies, […]
Event: Downtown Newton welcomes independent craftspeople, artisans, and agricultural producers to its annual Carolina Makers Market around the 1924 Courthouse Square in late September. Visit this page throughout the year to stay updated on all the happenings! About: Downtown Newton is the gateway to the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, where a vibrant lifestyle and love of the […]
Event: Trade Alley Art is hosting an art competition. We are looking for artists to participate. Cash prizes for winners. Please apply to enter today at Tradealleyart.com.
After a year of heartbreak and uncertainty, the Harvest Folk Festival at Murray’s Mill is BACK—and our community could not be more ready to celebrate! Last year’s cancellation left a $40,000 gap in vital funding for the preservation of this historic landmark and left many feeling the absence of a beloved tradition that has brought families, artists, and local businesses […]
Event: The event is on Saturday, September 27th from 11-5pm with an 80s concert/party starting at 8pm! Come join us for a great time with 50+ vendors, food trucks, live music and more!
Event: The Caldwell Agriculture Fairgrounds is an event venue and 24-acre facility with buildings, barns, bathrooms, and concession stands! All the amenities needed for your event. While historically, agriculture fairs existed to bring farmers together, modern fairs are as much about agriculture education as they are about showcasing local food and agriculture. Youth and other community members can participate in […]
Learn how to create fun, fuzzy woodland critters with wool! Needle felting is an enjoyable and versatile skill which can be used successfully by beginners and experienced crafters. In this class you’ll work through basic felting techniques while creating both a fox and a squirrel from wool batt and roving. Your finished animals will be about 3 inches tall. The […]
Join us for the Foothills HBA Fall Food Truck Festival! With 16 food trucks serving up delicious eats and frosty beverages, a Kid Zone packed with fun, and pop-up shops to explore, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss our “Nail It – Ask the Experts” section, plus face painting, fairy hair, corn hole, and more. Bring the whole family out […]