Event: Located in Western North Carolina, Tri-County Motor Speedway is a 4/10 mile banked asphalt track racing weekly on Friday night as it has for most of it's existence. A NASCAR Home Track facility, TCMS features Late Models as it's premier division and has been a proving ground for many of today's rising talents. It was originally built as a […]
Performance: Shake Down is a five-piece variety band located in the foothills of North Carolina. Combining a mixture of both “past” and “present” in both talent and music, they perform a wide variety of music including beach, shag, rock'n'roll, funk, motown, country, and top 40. Shake Down is the perfect group for any festival, wedding, corporate event, dance club, or […]
Performance: Vixen was founded in St. Paul, MN by high-schooler guitarist Jan Kuehnemund. The desire to achieve rock star dreams like so many before her, Jan took her group to Hollywood but soon retooled the line-up, which included; vocalist Janet Gardner, drummer Roxy Petrucci, and Bassist Share Ross (Pedersen). About: The Newton Performing Arts Center is a historic Art Deco theater in Newton, NC. It offers live performances, concerts, and community events in an intimate, state-of-the-art setting. With a seating capacity of 504, the […]
Performance: Now in their 12th year together, The Wildflowers have become the most successful internationally touring tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. Playing all the hits of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Tom Petty’s solo music, and even The Traveling Wilburys thrown in for good measure, with such precision, energy, and authentic southern charm, you have to see and […]
Event: Sit back, relax, and enjoy free movies this summer! Saturday Screenings take place at 8:45 p.m. on the second and fourth Saturdays of July and August. The film series will feature Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark on July 12; Honey, I Shrunk the Kids on July 26; Sing on Aug. 9; and National Treasure on […]
Event: Beers & Balance -- Yoga with Stephanie Easter Class and a Glass for $15 (N/A and non-beer options available!) Rain or Shine - if it's a beautiful day we're generally on the turf. If it's so-so we're under the covered patio or inside the taproom. Reset from the weekend every 2nd Sunday of the month.
Carsen Webb, the 16-year-old American Idol sensation from Granite Falls, is bringing the heat with LIVE performances EVERY SUNDAY from 5 PM to 8 PM! Get ready to vibe out with this incredible young talent—it's going to be a show you won't want to miss! But wait—there’s more! FOOD TRUCKS GALORE! From 12 PM to 8 PM, you can indulge in delicious […]
Event: Every Sunday from 6pm-7:30pm in Hickory! All skill levels welcomed... Even those with two left feet!
This camp will run Monday - Friday 8:30 - 12:00. Join us for the whole week or by the day! IMPORTANT CHANGE THIS YEAR: Drop them off at any time from 8:30-9. Lessons will begin at 9 am sharp. Grape Kids Summer Camps are the most fun around town! Using curriculum from a nationally accredited organization, we offer premium materials in […]
Event: Join us for our Summer Experiences, designed for children aged 3 to 5 years old! Each day has a different theme (and more fun if the kids wear something theme-related)! There will be dance, crafts, games, and more dance! Just pack a snack and a water bottle, and we'll take care of the rest.
Performance: This unique experience is a week-long theatre day camp in which students in Kindergarten through 12th grade explore the exciting world of William Shakespeare and his times. Then they participate in a production of one of his plays! Using Shakespeare as a guide, participants learn more about acting, auditioning skills, costumes, scenery, how to memorize, mask making, lights, make-up, […]
Event: Design your own welcome mat while exploring the life, lessons, and legacy of iconic children's television host Fred Rogers in the documentary film, Won't You Be My Neighbor? (2018). 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, […]