Morganton Saturday Farmers Market
2025-06-28 08:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Morganton Saturday Farmers Market, 300 Beach Street, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
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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.

Hickory Farmers Market
2025-06-28 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!

Scorching Summer Savings CR Warehouse
2025-06-28 | See Description, United States
Your kitchen called…it’s embarrassed
Wanna upgrade those kitchen cabinets, slap on some sexy countertops and stop pretending that scuffed-up floor is “vintage”?
Savings START at 30% off the big box stores. You’ll save money, get a new kitchen, and their team will guide you every step of the way
Carolina Renovation Warehouse, 338 US Hwy 70 W, Hickory, 828-838-1027, www.crwarehouse.com

Inside Pitch Promotions Toy Show
2025-06-28 09:00 - 16:00 | Hickory Metro Convention Center, 1960 13th Ave Dr SE, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
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Inside Pitch Promotions presents the NC Collector’s Roadshow, Hickory’s largest sports card, toy, and collectibles show, returning to the Hickory Metro Convention Center on Saturday, June 28. This event will feature over 500 tables and more than 250 vendors from 10 different states, offering a wide range of items for collectors of all ages. Attendees can browse an extensive selection of sports cards, Pokémon, comic books, die-cast vehicles, Hot Wheels, action figures, POP Funko, and much more. With constantly updated inventory, there’s always something new to discover.

Yoga on the Lawn with Jingle
2025-06-28 09:30 - 10:30 | Patrick Beaver Library, 375 3rd St NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
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Jingle de Niet will lead a free yoga class that focuses on breath, gentle poses, and meditation. Join her on the Library Lawn for a practice towards complete wellness of both body and mind. Bring water and a yoga mat or towel.

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.

Western Piedmont Woodcrafters
2025-06-28 09:30 - 12:30 | Klingspor’s Woodworking Shop, 856 21st St Dr SE, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
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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.

Barn Quilt Squares
2025-06-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Hart Square Village, 5055 Hope Road, Vale, NC, 28168, United States
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Each student will be taking home a completed 2×2 ft barn quilt square. You will have 9 samples to choose from and you will be drawing your design. Each person will be able to learn the entire process of painting and designing a barn quilt. We have about 100 different colors to choose from and we will be taping the lines for a good, clean design. All paints are water-based, and everything we use is suitable for outdoors. Weatherproof boards and paint.

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.

Car and Bike Show for Children's Miracle Network
2025-06-28 10:00 - 15:00 | Walmart Hickory, 2525 US Hwy 70 SE, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
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$20 Entry Fee
Awards for Store Managers’ Choice, Spectators, and Kids’ Choice Award!
Music and fun on site !!
All proceeds go to Children’s Miracle Network!!

Historic Bread and Cheese Making Class
2025-06-28 10:00 - 16:00 | Hart Square Village, 5055 Hope Road, Vale, NC, 28168, United States
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Step back in time and savor the art of traditional hearthside cooking in this hands-on class at Hart Square. Participants will learn to bake rustic breads in an open hearth and create simple farmhouse cheese using historic methods. Guided by skilled instructors, you’ll explore time-honored techniques from kneading dough by hand to curdling and pressing fresh cheeses. Leave with a deeper appreciation for the self-sufficiency and culinary creativity of early North Carolinians. Whether you’re a home cook, history enthusiast, or curious learner, this class offers a flavorful journey into the past and a taste of heritage you won’t forget. Some food will be provided during the class. You may bring a packed lunch if you wish.

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.

POP Up Art Market w/local artist Ashley Heffner
2025-06-28 11:00 - 14:00 | Tybrisa Books, 210 Main Street Nw, Lenoir, NC, 28645, United States
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Join us for a Pop-Up Art Market with local artisan Ashley Heffner. Ashley will be sharing and selling her plethora of wonderful gifts!

Elio
2025-06-28 13:00, 2025-06-28 16:00, 2025-06-28 19:00 | State Cinema, 117 N College Ave, Newton, NC, 28658, United States
For centuries, people have called out to the universe looking for answers – in Disney and Pixar’s all-new movie “Elio,” the universe calls back! The original feature film introduces Elio, an underdog with an active imagination who finds himself inadvertently beamed up to the Communiverse, an interplanetary organization with representatives from galaxies far and wide. Mistakenly identified as Earth’s ambassador to the rest of the universe, and completely unprepared for that kind of pressure, Elio must form new bonds with eccentric alien lifeforms, survive a series of formidable trials and somehow discover who he is truly meant to be.

How to Train Your Dragon
2025-06-28 13:00, 2025-06-28 16:00, 2025-06-28 19:00 | State Cinema, 117 N College Ave, Newton, NC, 28658, United States
On the rugged isle of Berk, where Vikings and dragons have been bitter enemies for generations, Hiccup (Mason Thames; The Black Phone, For All Mankind) stands apart. The inventive yet overlooked son of Chief Stoick the Vast (Gerard Butler, reprising his voice role from the animated franchise), Hiccup defies centuries of tradition when he befriends Toothless, a feared Night Fury dragon. Their unlikely bond reveals the true nature of dragons, challenging the very foundations of Viking society. With the fierce and ambitious Astrid (BAFTA nominee Nico Parker; Dumbo, The Last of Us) and the village’s quirky blacksmith Gobber (Nick Frost; Snow White and the Huntsman, Shaun of the Dead) by his side, Hiccup confronts a world torn by fear and misunderstanding.
As an ancient threat emerges, endangering both Vikings and dragons, Hiccup’s friendship with Toothless becomes the key to forging a new future. Together, they must navigate the delicate path toward peace, soaring beyond the boundaries of their worlds and redefining what it means to be a hero and a leader.

Lilo & Stitch
2025-06-28 13:00, 2025-06-28 16:00, 2025-06-28 19:00 | State Cinema, 117 N College Ave, Newton, NC, 28658, United States
“Lilo & Stitch,” the wildly funny and touching story of a lonely Hawaiian girl and the fugitive alien who helps to mend her broken family, will open exclusively in theaters May 23, 2025. A live-action reimagining of Disney’s 2002 animated classic, “Lilo & Stitch” is directed by Dean Fleischer Camp, the Oscar®-nominated filmmaker behind the animated feature film “Marcel the Shell with Shoes On,” and stars Sydney Elizebeth Agudong, Billy Magnussen, Tia Carrere, Hannah Waddingham, Chris Sanders, with Courtney B. Vance, and Zach Galifianakis, and introducing Maia Kealoha. The screenplay is by Chris Kekaniokalani Bright and Mike Van Waes, and the film is produced by Jonathan Eirich, p.g.a. and Dan Lin, with Tom Peitzman, Ryan Halprin, Louie Provost, Thomas Schumacher serving as executive producers.

New Life to Old Glass - Mushroom Terrarium Workshop
2025-06-28 13:00 - 14:30 | Hart Square Village, 5055 Hope Road, Vale, NC, 28168, United States
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Turning old glass into something new and fun! These whimsical mushroom terrariums are a lovely way to add magic to a room while nodding to the beauty of old glass! Along with making your own terrarium, we will discuss the techniques to make and care for a terrarium so you can continue to make your own terrariums! They will provide up-cycled materials to make your very own terrarium, paint, terrarium substrate, and plants to choose from, though you are welcome to bring materials, jars, or glass from home as well. Ages 7 and up are welcome. All minors must be accompanied by an adult. Minors and their chaperone will work together on a terrarium unless their chaperone is also registered for the class.

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.

Elio
2025-06-28 13:30, 2025-06-28 16:15, 2025-06-28 18:45 | Golden Ticket Cinemas, 1966 Morganton Blvd SW, Lenoir, NC, 28645, United States
For centuries, people have called out to the universe looking for answers _ in Disney and PixarÍs all-new movie ñElio,î the universe calls back! The original feature film introduces Elio, an underdog with an active imagination who finds himself inadvertently beamed up to the Communiverse, an interplanetary organization with representatives from galaxies far and wide. Mistakenly identified as EarthÍs ambassador to the rest of the universe, and completely unprepared for that kind of pressure, Elio must form new bonds with eccentric alien lifeforms, survive a series of formidable trials and somehow discover who he is truly meant to be.

Framed Felt Bugs
2025-06-28 14:00 - 15:00 | Patrick Beaver Library, 375 3rd St NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
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Ages 9-12. Join us to create some framed creepy crawly felt bugs.

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.

International "Drop A Rock" Day Rock Painting
2025-06-28 14:00 - 16:00 | Fercott Fermentables, 107 Main St NW, Lenoir, NC, 28645, United States
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This artistic day encourages creative inspiration by painting designs on small rocks, then hiding them for others to find. Did you know there’s a facebook group dedicated to hiding and finding painted rocks around Caldwell County?? We’ll be providing the rocks and the paint, AND, we’re bringing our favorite art teacher out of retirement to do it!! Debbie Indicott (Jen’s mom) will be leading this fun filled activity for ages 6 and up. Reservations accepted and walk-ins are welcome, so long as we have enough rocks!!

GhostBusted - HACC Paranormal Investigation
2025-06-28 14:00 - 18:00 | Murray’s Mill Historic District, 1489 Murray's Mill Rd., Catawba, 28609, United States
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Tour the Unknown of Catawba County’s Past. For the first time ever, the Historical Association of Catawba County is partnering with the incredible Ghost/Busted team to host a two-day paranormal investigation across three of our most iconic historic properties—and you can be part of it! This exclusive event includes the first public investigation of the well-known Murray’s Mill Historic District, a rare opportunity to explore a site that has long captured the curiosity of locals and staff alike. Whether you’re a seasoned investigator or simply fascinated by the unknown, this experience blends history, science, and the supernatural in a truly unique way.

About:
The Catawba County Historical Association (CCHA) traces its beginnings to 1936, when a group of visionary citizens gathered beneath the iconic Weidner Oak to lay the groundwork for what would become one of North Carolina’s most respected historical organizations. That same year, the Association elected its first President of the Board, J. Yates Killian, and began what would become a decades-long commitment to preserving and promoting the rich heritage of Catawba County.

Carnival at Hickory Motor Speedway
2025-06-28 15:00 - 23:00 | Hickory Motor Speedway, 3130 US Hwy 70 SE, Newton, NC, 28658, United States
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Strates Shows has been number one for fun for more than 90 years. Based in Orlando, Florida, James E. Strates Shows provides amusement rides, games of skill, tasty foods and merchandise concessions to fairs and festivals throughout the United States.

NAAPWS-CT HMS 75th Birthday Night - Bark Mobile
2025-06-28 16:30 - 22:00 | Hickory Motor Speedway, 3130 US Hwy 70 SE, Newton, NC, 28658, United States
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Hickory Motor Speedway is a short track located in Hickory, North Carolina. It is one of stock car racing’s most storied venues, and is often referred to as the “World’s Most Famous Short Track” and the “Birthplace of the NASCAR Stars”. The track first opened in 1951 as a 0.500 mi dirt track.

Freedom Fest
2025-06-28 17:00 - 22:00 | Liquid Roots Brewing, 1048 Harper Ave. NW, Lenoir, NC, 28645, United States
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Freedom Shirts will be released day of ⬇️
🎸🎸Live Music by Classic Rock band, Soul Watt
🧁🍡The Just Peachy Pop Shop starts at 4pm with sweet treats.
5pm Lobster everything by Cousins Maine Lobster – Charlotte, NC🦞🦞
Variants of Freedom Scottish Ale will be released at 2pm

Community Game Night
2025-06-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Northminster Presbyterian Church, 3730 N Center St, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
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Attending and playing games! Snacks available throughout the evening, all are welcome!
