Hickory Buzz

Scanography: Plant Collages
2025-07-10 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Patrick Beaver Library, 375 3rd St NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Event:
Create beautiful art using various greenery and florals using only a flatbed scanner. Materials will be provided, or bring in your own plant materials to use.

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 Blue Ridge Mountains. The library has two locations: the main facility, the Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, and the Ridgeview Branch.

Ridgeview Chess
2025-07-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Ridgeview Branch Library, 706 1st St. SW, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
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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 Library is a department of the City of Hickory, North Carolina, located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The library has two locations: the main facility, the Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, and the Ridgeview Branch.

Music Bingo by the Lake
2025-07-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Lake Hickory Pub and Marina, 6706 Limbaugh Ln, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Event:
Join us every Thursday at Lake Hickory Pub and Marina for music bingo. Great prizes, good food, cold drinks, and a lot of fun.

About:
Today, Lake Hickory Pub & Marina is more than just a marina—it’s a lakeside destination where locals and visitors alike come together for great food, fun adventures, and unforgettable experiences. Whether you’re stopping by for a casual waterfront meal, renting a pontoon for a day on the lake, or fueling up at our gas dock, we are here to make every visit memorable.

Music on Main - Dani Kerr
2025-07-10 18:00 - 20:30 | Downtown Newton Development Association, 135 N College Ave, Newton, NC, 28658, United States
Performance:
A homegrown musician from Statesville, NC, who sends out flavors of soul & rock n roll.

About:
Those warm summer nights are just around the corner! As we get ready for Summer 2025, keep checking here for more info on our annual Music on Main: Summer Concert Series in Downtown Newton! Be sure to make summer Thursdays a date night or an after-work, quittin’-time night! No matter what you call it, we hope to see you at the Frank & Sue Jones Amphitheatre in Downtown Newton this summer! Roads will close at 5:00 p.m. Food Trucks will open for business at 5:00 p.m. The band will start at 6:00 p.m. and continue until 8:30 p.m.

Ann Freeman Adult Drop-In Classes - Ballet
2025-07-10 18:45 - 19:30 | Ann Freeman Dance Academy, 532 10th Street Blvd, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
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Come join us for a fun workout, learn to dance, and keep those bodies moving!

Monthly Group Tours
2025-07-11 09:30 - 11:00 | Hart Square Village, 5055 Hope Road, Vale, NC, 28168, United States
Event:
Join them for a behind-the-scenes tour of Hart Square Village. Our site is typically only open to members, with the exception of public events and group tours. We want to allow non-members to experience the village with a knowledgeable tour guide without having to gather a group to book a visit. So, we have introduced monthly public group tours. Register below to participate in this unique opportunity
Adults: $20
Youth 13-18: $10
Children 12 & under: Free

About:
Hart Square Foundation is responsible for the historic preservation of Hart Square Village and the conservation of traditional and regional arts. They host mission-driven public events year-round, offer folklife classes and K-12 educational programming, and welcome members Tuesday through Saturday through our membership program.

Trivia & Jingo
2025-07-11 10:30 - 11:30 | Ridgeview Branch Library, 706 1st St. SW, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
Event:
Keep your mind active and sharp by taking part in a variety of quizzes, puzzles, and games.

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 Blue Ridge Mountains. The library has two locations: the main facility, the Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, and the Ridgeview Branch.

Crafted Friendships
2025-07-11 15:00 - 16:00 | Ridgeview Branch Library, 706 1st St. SW, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
Event:

Come vibe with your friends to a curated music playlist and craft stations.

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 Blue Ridge Mountains. The library has two locations: the main facility, the Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, and the Ridgeview Branch.

Blackberry Festival 2025
2025-07-11 17:00 - 21:00, 2025-07-12 09:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Lenoir, 801 West Ave NW, Lenoir, NC, 28645, United States
Event:
The North Carolina Blackberry Festival is a celebration of blackberries, cobbler, and fun! Held in Lenoir, North Carolina, the festival offers tons of family-friendly events. This is a free two-day event. There’s music, vendors, food, kids’ activities, and a blackberry-eating contest. We have delicious blackberries for sale as well as some scrumptious blackberry cobbler for sale, while it lasts! You can find all sorts of tasty festival food and shop from hundreds of vendors. We even have a Blackberry Cobbler Parade! So, come get your fill of fun and blackberries during the North Carolina Blackberry Festival! Hosted by the Downtown Lenoir Development Alliance in partnership with Downtown Lenoir, the festival is in its twenty-second year.

About:
Downtown Lenoir thrives on community events and business initiatives, and sponsors are the linchpin to their success. By aligning their brands with Downtown Lenoir’s vibrancy, sponsors bolster community pride and attract wider audiences, enhancing the city’s appeal. In return, sponsors gain brand exposure, consumer engagement, and a reputation for supporting local development. Their support not only sustains the momentum of events and initiatives but also lays the groundwork for a prosperous and vibrant future.

3D Art Competition
2025-07-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Trade Alley Art, 25 2nd St NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Awards and reception night July 11, 6-8pm. Refreshments will be served.

Live Music at Lake Hickory Pub and Marina
2025-07-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Lake Hickory Pub and Marina, 6706 Limbaugh Ln, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
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🎶 Live Music on the Lakefront Patio – Every Friday! 🎶
Join us at Lake Hickory Pub & Marina every Friday from 6–9 PM for live music on our beautiful lakefront patio! Enjoy great tunes from local musicians, cold drinks, and delicious food—all with a stunning view of Lake Hickory. It’s the perfect way to kick off your weekend. Bring your friends, grab a seat by the water, and soak in the sounds and scenery!

TGIF Summer Concert Series - Jacoozy
2025-07-11 18:00 - 22:00 | Courthouse Square, Morganton, 102 E Union St, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
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. Jacoozy is a jam, funk, and alternative band formed in Boone, NC in 2021. Featuring guitarists Killian Wright and Will Fentress, bassist Carter Hodl, and drummer Pauly Scott, all members of the band contribute vocals. With a vast range of influences ranging from classic jam bands to pop, Jacoozy shows are known for their high energy, precision, and unpredictability. Beginning on the House Show circuit in Boone, Jacoozy quickly built a devoted local following and were soon appearing in local clubs such as Boone Saloon, Tapp Room, and Ransom Pub. Ever versatile and ready to meet any challenge, Jacoozy appeared in musical costume as Pink Floyd at the Halloween party. Fans have also enjoyed their shows in Charlotte, Raleigh, Winston-Salem, and Wilmington. Their self-titled EP was released in 2022. Recorded in Asheville, NC, it includes the tracks Cold Hearted, Lilly, and Dog Days.

Myra's Cruise In
2025-07-11 18:00 - 23:00 | Myra’s Smashburgers & Creamery, 212 Main St W, Valdese, NC, 28690, United States
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Join Myra’s as they continue the longest-running Friday night Cruise-In in western North Carolina. All cars, trucks, and bikes are welcome! For details call 828-879-8049.

JR.s Pro Rodeo
2025-07-11 18:30 - 23:00 | Burke County Fairgrounds, 145 Bost Rd, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
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A traveling rodeo event that features a variety of professional rodeo events like bareback riding, bull riding, roping, and barrel racing. Tickets are purchased cash only at the gate, but cheaper if ordered in advance.

2025 FFN Concert Series - Shelby Rae Moore
2025-07-11 19:00 - 22:00 | Old Rock School, Temple Field, 400 Main Street West, Valdese, NC, 28690, United States
About:
Summer concerts are a staple to the Valdese Summer schedule, and attendees come from all over to enjoy FREE family fun entertainment. The Town of Valdese hosts this series to bring family fun entertainment downtown. Visitors and locals make plans on Friday nights to enjoy time with family, friends, and neighbors while they enjoy various genres of music from regional bands. The Valdese Family Friday Nights Summer Concert Series celebrates the summer on Friday nights from June to August. Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair and enjoy a different regional band each week.

2025 Friday Night Live
2025-07-11 19:00 - 22:00 | Downtown Lenoir, 801 West Ave NW, Lenoir, NC, 28645, United States
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 local shops, grab a bite to eat, and enjoy your favorite beverages in the social district.

Featured:
Opal Moon – Opal Moon is a fun and professional band that plays a wide variety of styles and genres of your favorite songs from 5 decades of music.

About:
Downtown Lenoir Main Street Program guides and facilitates connections to resources that create a culture which powers growth Downtown, promotes diversity through engagement, inclusive design and actively showcases the talents of this creative community which lives, works, and prospers in the beauty of a natural environment that inspires artisans, entrepreneurs and attracts the next generations of the creative class.

Rastacoustic Jammin in the Biergarten!
2025-07-11 19:00 - 22:00 | City Walk Brewing & Distilling, 205 Main Ave NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
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Rastacoustic brings chill-reggae vibes to City Walk Brewing’s Biergarten—a great pick for a relaxing evening with friends. Expect laid-back acoustic jams, a welcoming outdoor crowd, and craft brews on tap. If you’re around mid‑July, their show on July 11 is one to catch!

House of Hair 80's Metal
2025-07-11 19:00 - 23:00 | Hickory Premier, 109 11th St NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
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House of Hair is a tribute to the greatest music of our generation…80’s Hair Metal! You’ll be transported back to the Decade of Decadence…where big hair and spandex ruled..and the parties never ended! Every live show is an event you won’t soon forget!

LIVE MUSIC EVERY FRIDAY + SELFPOUR TAPS!
2025-07-11 20:00 - 23:30 | Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House, 2016 N Center St, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Friday Night Vibes: Live Music to get your weekend started right! Every Friday starting at 8 p until 11 p 🎸🎤
PLUS *Food trucks** every day except Mondays (Tacos? Burgers? YES, please!) 🌮🍔

Conover Farmers Market
2025-07-12 08:00 - 12:00 | Conover Farmers Market, 109 1st St E, Conover, NC, 28613, United States
About:
In 2008, a few members of the community came together to bring fresh local produce and goods to one central location. Over the years, Conover Farmers Market has cultivated a community where everyone belongs. Our markets are slow paced and easily accessible. The goal is that the community enjoys the unhurried atmosphere, taking in all there is to offer. The vendors prepare for the market with you in mind. Every item offered at the market is locally grown and harvested, or locally made.

Morganton Saturday Farmers Market
2025-07-12 08:00 - 12:00 | Morganton Saturday Farmers Market, 300 Beach Street, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
Event:
Morganton’s open-air farmers markets offer the best locally grown products in the area. By visiting the Market and supporting your local growers, you reduce your carbon footprint. Plenty of variety can be found right here at your back door! The Morganton Farmers Market is a cash-only market with only a few vendors set up to accept debit/credit cards. Are you a shopper using SNAP, WIC, or Senior Vouchers? Be sure to stop by J&J Farms’ booth to receive your shopping tokens.

About:
The Saturday Morganton Farmers Market is located at 300 Beach Street, behind Sidetracked Brewery at Morganton Station. From I-40, take Exit 105, make a right turn, and follow South Sterling Street approximately 2 miles under the railroad tracks, and then make a right turn.

Alexander County Farmers Market
2025-07-12 08:00 - 12:00 | Alexander County Services Center, 151 West Main Ave, Taylorsville, NC, 28681, United States
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Support your local vendors at the Alexander County Services Center in downtown Taylorsville! New vendors are also welcome!

Hickory Farmers Market
2025-07-12 08:00 - 13:00 | Downtown, Under the Sails, 246 Union Square NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Enjoy local musicians, taste our local Chefs’ market creations, and visit with friends. Select meats, rice, honey, eggs, cheeses, baked goods, marinades, preserves & pickles, fresh cut flowers, transplants, potted plants, fresh herbs, heritage & artisan crafts, street foods and more… join your neighbors each week and shop with the people who grow your food! Welcome!

Senior Connection Event
2025-07-12 09:00 - 10:30 | Tabernacle Baptist Church, 1225 29th Ave Dr NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Events:
Join us on Saturday, July 12th from 9:00–10:30 AM for a special Senior Connection Event, hosted by Hope4Hickory, a ministry of Tabernacle Baptist Church. This free event is designed to encourage and uplift Senior Adults in our community with a morning full of fellowship, food, and valuable resources.
Enjoy a delicious breakfast from Granny’s Country Kitchen, connect with local service providers who offer Senior Adult-focused programs and services, and discover a wide range of community resources tailored to your needs. Whether you’re looking for health support, recreational activities, or community programs—this event is for you!
Highlights include:

Free breakfast
Door prizes
Socializing and networking
Resource booths with local senior service providers
Encouraging fellowship

Bring a friend and come be part of this meaningful time of connection, care, and community. We look forward to seeing you there!

Hickory Bird Show
2025-07-12 09:00 - 15:00 | Hickory Metro Convention Center, 1960 13th Ave Dr SE, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
Event:
To promote high standards for the health and general care of exotic cage birds. Soar on over to the Convention Center for the Hickory Bird Expo from 9 am-3 pm. Tickets for adults are $3, and seniors & children (12 and under) are free.

Pop up Permanent Jewelry @ Gold & Silver Assay
2025-07-12 10:00 - 15:00 | Gold & Silver Assay & Jewelry Company, 1612 2nd Ave NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
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Come by Gold & Silver Assay for a Permanent Jewelry Pop UP with A Permanent Link by Amanda

Pokémon Terrariums
2025-07-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Ridgeview Branch Library, 706 1st St. SW, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
Event:

Gotta plant ‘em all! Create your own Pokémon inspired terrarium with live plants and decorative materials.

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 Blue Ridge Mountains. The library has two locations: the main facility, the Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, and the Ridgeview Branch.

Partners For Cats Kitties and a Movie Adoption Event
2025-07-12 12:00 - 17:00 | Marquee Cinemas – Mimosa 7, 101 South Green Street, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
Event:
We will be at our adoption events with lots of cats and kittens available! All of our cats are fully vetted which includes spay/neuter, rabies, distemper, feline leukemia FIV testing dewormed and flea treated and they are microchipped to the rescue.

Our adoption fees are:

$100 for domestic short hair male or female
However, we charge more for Siamese or special breeds. $150
RagDolls, Himalayan, Persian are only $250 when we get them 😉
This month we are having a special adult cats are $25 and kittens $75
Orange Kittens are BOGO
*this only applies to domestic cats not our special breeds.*

Lunch and Learn on Indigenous History in Western NC
2025-07-12 12:30 - 15:30 | Fort Defiance, 1792 Fort Defiance Dr, Lenoir, NC, 28645, United States
Event:
Fort Defiance is hosting a Lunch and Learn centered around Indigenous history in Western North Carolina. Bring a packed lunch and a chair and join us to learn more about interactions between early settlers, the Cherokee, and more history centered around Indigenous peoples in the region! We are lucky enough to be joined by two guest speakers to share their knowledge about these topics and answer any audience questions!
