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SUMMARY:LA Shaggers Test & Tune
DESCRIPTION:Beginner/Intermediate/Advance Shag Lessons \n***FREE*** \nMonday nights 6:30pm-8:30pm \n@ 1841 Cafe \n117 N Main St\, Lenoir\, NC 28645 \nIgnore the  closed sign go in and ask directions to the 4th floor. Bring take-out or eat before you come the kitchen is close on Mondays \nCall Vickie \n828.850.3857 to confirm meeting each week.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/la-shaggers-test-tune/2025-10-06/
LOCATION:1841 Cafe\, 117 N Main St\, Lenoir\, NC\, 28645\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes/Courses,Dancing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T210000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T202510Z
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SUMMARY:Irish Music Gathering MONDAY NIGHT
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nJoin us for the first Monday of the month Irish Music Session in the taproom!\nThis will be every first Monday of the month for the rest of the year! Come enjoy some brews and some traditional Irish music!
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/irish-music-gathering-monday-night/2025-10-06/
LOCATION:City Walk Brewing & Distilling\, 205 Main Ave NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drinks,Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cranford Hospitality":MAILTO:zack@standardoysterco.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T210000
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CREATED:20250805T151025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T151025Z
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SUMMARY:B Chord Live Monday Music Bingo!
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nB Chord Live hosts Music Bingo every Monday night from 7pm – 9pm with Top Shelf Trivia!  Come join the fun!
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/b-chord-live-monday-music-bingo/2025-10-06/
LOCATION:B Chord Live\, 47 Duke St.\, Granite Falls\, NC\, 28630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Conferences,Entertainment,Food & Drinks,Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181243
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T175902Z
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SUMMARY:Tales for Preschoolers
DESCRIPTION:About: \nExplore stories\, dancing\, and singing in this interactive story time designed for ages 3-5. All are welcome. This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/tales-for-preschoolers-2/2025-10-07/
LOCATION:Patrick Beaver Library\, 375 3rd St NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids & Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hickory Public Library":MAILTO:sgreene@hickorync.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181243
CREATED:20250903T235249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T235250Z
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SUMMARY:Pre-K Craft & Storytime - Grape Kids Class
DESCRIPTION:Event: \n  \nNow Free but Registration Required. Each week we will have a craft & story time. We will read a classic\, yet age-appropriate story followed by a craft. \nWe will remain open until 5pm with Open Studio hours for you to do other paid crafts and activities.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/pre-k-craft-storytime-grape-kids-class-2/2025-10-07/
LOCATION:Painted Grape\, 1366 US-321\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Kids & Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Painted Grape":MAILTO:info@paintedgrapenc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T114500
DTSTAMP:20260403T181243
CREATED:20250722T142806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T201707Z
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SUMMARY:Strength & Balance Class
DESCRIPTION:About: \n  \nStrength & Balance Class is a low impact fitness class for anyone wanting to improve their balance\, coordination\, and overall strength.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/strength-balance-class/2025-10-07/
LOCATION:Catawba Valley Medical Center’s Fitness Plus\, 810 Fairgrove Church Road SE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sports
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ORGANIZER;CN="Catawba Valley Medical Center's Fitness Plus":MAILTO:FitnessPlus@catawbavalleymc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181243
CREATED:20251003T201534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T202404Z
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SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nParticipants will learn chess basics\, strategies\, and tactics by playing with other chess enthusiasts in the community. All skill levels\, from beginners to champions are welcome. \n  \nAbout: \n\nHickory 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.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/chess-club-4/2025-10-07/
LOCATION:Patrick Beaver Library\, 375 3rd St NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Classes/Courses,Kids & Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hickory Public Library":MAILTO:sgreene@hickorync.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T200000
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CREATED:20251004T185716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T190021Z
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SUMMARY:Pricing for Profit Workshop for Visual Artists
DESCRIPTION:“Are you interested in learning more about how to price your artwork? \nAre you selling your work but unsure why you are not earning what you expect? \nJoin Tiffany Coley and Cynthia Deis for this virtual workshop where you’ll learn how to abandon the idea of the starving artist and make a profit with your artwork. This class will cover the details of a profit-driven pricing strategy for artists. You’ll discuss pricing for your artwork or art services\, wholesale vs. retail pricing\, how to identify productive hours and how to approach pricing to achieve a desired income level from your work. The class will work through pricing using a business case study and the details of pricing You will leave with a method to price your work\, including a downloadable file that can be used when pricing your own work.“ \nFor Visual Artists \nTo register\, email Chris Coffey at grants@artscatawba.org.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/pricing-for-profit-workshop-for-visual-artists/
LOCATION:See Description\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Classes/Courses,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181243
CREATED:20251004T190353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T190450Z
UID:10011298-1759861800-1759865400@hickorybuzz.com
SUMMARY:Reading Garden Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a ribbon cutting and story time with Conover Branch Library!
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/reading-garden-grand-opening/
LOCATION:Conover Station\, 409 4th St SE\, Conover\, NC\, 28613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181243
CREATED:20250805T150454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T150454Z
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SUMMARY:B Chord Live Corn Hole
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nEvery Tuesday – All are Welcome!  Bags fly at 6:30pm.  B Chord Live has a large warehouse space open for Corn Hole!   $1 Wings\, 30+ taps\, full bar and food menus.  Live music and live corn hole every Tuesday at B Chord Live!
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/b-chord-live-corn-hole/2025-10-07/
LOCATION:B Chord Live\, 47 Duke St.\, Granite Falls\, NC\, 28630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Entertainment,Food & Drinks,Kids & Family,Live Music,Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181243
CREATED:20260401T131919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T131919Z
UID:10019358-1759861800-1759878000@hickorybuzz.com
SUMMARY:B Chord Live Corn Hole
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nEvery Tuesday – All are Welcome!  Bags fly at 6:30pm.  B Chord Live has a large warehouse space open for Corn Hole!   $1 Wings\, 30+ taps\, full bar and food menus.  Live music and live corn hole every Tuesday at B Chord Live!
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/b-chord-live-corn-hole-2/
LOCATION:B Chord Live\, 47 Duke St.\, Granite Falls\, NC\, 28630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Entertainment,Food & Drinks,Kids & Family,Live Music,Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181243
CREATED:20250708T003441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T230719Z
UID:10005519-1759863600-1759878000@hickorybuzz.com
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night at Romeo & Brewliet
DESCRIPTION:Sing your heart out at Karaoke Night every Tuesday from 7-10 pm at Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House! Grab the mic\, enjoy great drinks\, and let’s make it a fun night! PLUS enjoy food from our rotating food trucks!
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/karaoke-night/2025-10-07/
LOCATION:Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House\, 2016 N Center St\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Food & Drinks,Live Music,Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181243
CREATED:20250510T170844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T172514Z
UID:10001505-1759917600-1759928400@hickorybuzz.com
SUMMARY:Hickory Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/hickory-farmers-market/2025-10-08/
LOCATION:Downtown\, Under the Sails\, 246 Union Square NW\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Farmers Markets
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hickory Farmers Market":MAILTO:hickoryncfarmersmarket@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181243
CREATED:20250531T160702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T172609Z
UID:10001754-1759917600-1759928400@hickorybuzz.com
SUMMARY:Morganton Wednesday Mini Market
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nMorganton’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. \n  \nAbout: \nThe Wednesday Mini-Market is located at 111 North Green Street\, at the corner of Green Street and Avery Avenue. From I-40\, take Exit 105\, make a right turn and follow South Sterling Street approximately 2.5 miles under the railroad tracks and past the historic courthouse (to your left). The Mini-Market will be on the next corner on the left!
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/morganton-wednesday-mini-market/2025-10-08/
LOCATION:Morganton Wednesday Mini Market\, 111 North Green Street\, Morganton\, NC\, 28655\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Farmers Markets
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ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Morganton Festival":MAILTO:info@morgantonfest.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181243
CREATED:20251006T230103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T230103Z
UID:10011312-1759917600-1759939200@hickorybuzz.com
SUMMARY:Mindbender Mansion Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Enter the wonderfully puzzling world of Mindbender Mansion\, an eclectic place full of brainteasers and interactive challenges guaranteed to test the brain power and problem-solving skills of even the most experienced puzzlers! Math\, science\, and technology educational content are woven into the puzzles\, videos\, and group challenges found inside the exhibit! Sponsored by USConec\, Corning\, Shurtape\, and Piedmont Natural Gas.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/mindbender-mansion-exhibit/2025-10-08/
LOCATION:Catawba Science Center\, 243 Third Avenue NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES: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:20251008T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181243
CREATED:20251003T202143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T202143Z
UID:10011098-1759928400-1759941000@hickorybuzz.com
SUMMARY:Ridgeview Works
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nNeed assistance with job searching\, resume preparation\, or interviewing skills? The Ridgeview Works program can be the solution! \nRidgeview Works is a collaborative partnership between the City of Hickory\, Hickory Public Library\, and Western Piedmont Workforce Development – NCWorks to provide free career services to the Ridgeview community of Hickory. Western Piedmont Workforce Development is a service of the Western Piedmont Council of Governments. \n  \nAbout: \n\nHickory 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.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/ridgeview-works/2025-10-08/
LOCATION:Ridgeview Branch Library\, 706 1st St. SW\, Hickory\, NC\, 28602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes/Courses,Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hickory Public Library":MAILTO:sgreene@hickorync.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181243
CREATED:20250625T215842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T202830Z
UID:10004235-1759942800-1759950000@hickorybuzz.com
SUMMARY:Silent Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Event: \n\n\n5-5:30: Grab a snack\, a drink\, cozy up.\n5:30-6:30: Silent reading\n6:30-7: chat with other readers or keep reading silently—totally up to you.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/silent-book-club/2025-10-08/
LOCATION:MoonJoy Meadery\, 902 West Ave NW\, Lenoir\, NC\, 28645\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="MoonJoy Meadery":MAILTO:Moonjoymeadery@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181243
CREATED:20251007T202913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T202936Z
UID:10009769-1759948200-1759959000@hickorybuzz.com
SUMMARY:Paddy's Something in the Water
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nMusic Showcase Featuring Patrick Crouch and two of his buddies sharing stories and songs. \nPatrick’s Guests change with each show. \n 
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/paddys-something-in-the-water-2/
LOCATION:Liquid Roots Brewing\, 1048 Harper Ave. NW\, Lenoir\, NC\, 28645\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Liquid Roots Brewing":MAILTO:liquidrootsbrewing@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181243
CREATED:20250625T190245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T203251Z
UID:10003709-1759950000-1759955400@hickorybuzz.com
SUMMARY:Trivia Night!
DESCRIPTION:Trivia Night Is On!\n\n\nGrab your smartest friends (or your best guessers) and come take on Trivia Night at Romeo & Brewliet! The fun kicks off tonight at 7 — cold beer\, good laughs\, and plenty of brain busters await.\n\n\n Bonus: Rotating FOOD TRUCKS will be serving from 5–9 PM\, so fuel up before you fire off those answers.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/trivia-night/2025-10-08/
LOCATION:Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House\, 2016 N Center St\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Food & Drinks,Nightlife
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181243
CREATED:20251006T230103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T230103Z
UID:10011313-1760004000-1760025600@hickorybuzz.com
SUMMARY:Mindbender Mansion Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Enter the wonderfully puzzling world of Mindbender Mansion\, an eclectic place full of brainteasers and interactive challenges guaranteed to test the brain power and problem-solving skills of even the most experienced puzzlers! Math\, science\, and technology educational content are woven into the puzzles\, videos\, and group challenges found inside the exhibit! Sponsored by USConec\, Corning\, Shurtape\, and Piedmont Natural Gas.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/mindbender-mansion-exhibit/2025-10-09/
LOCATION:Catawba Science Center\, 243 Third Avenue NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES: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:20251009T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181243
CREATED:20250917T224242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T225445Z
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SUMMARY:$30 Thursday - Tattoos
DESCRIPTION:$30 THURSDAYS!!! – 100’s of tattoo designs to choose from for only $30!!! – (Designs are 3-4 times larger than our “tiny tattoo” designs!) – WALKINS WELCOME!!! – Sorry\, no appointments for this event.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/30-thursday-tattoos/2025-10-09/
LOCATION:Tattoo Factory of Hickory\, 724 1st Ave SW\, Hickory\, NC\, 28602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Retail
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181244
CREATED:20251006T232448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T232448Z
UID:10011439-1760022000-1760023800@hickorybuzz.com
SUMMARY:Laser Scare Show
DESCRIPTION:Spookier tunes from Blue Oyster Cult\, Michael Jackson\, Weird Al Yankovic\, Alice Cooper\, Black Sabbath\, and others aligned with laser light goodness!
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/laser-scare-show/2025-10-09/
LOCATION:Millholland Planetarium\, 243 Third Avenue NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Catawba Science Center":MAILTO:info@catawbascience.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181244
CREATED:20250605T150610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250913T172436Z
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SUMMARY:Bethlehem Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nThe Bethlehem location of the Alexander County Farmers Market is at Mt. Bethel Methodist Church. There is nothing like buying fresh produce\, homemade sweets\, or handmade crafts from your local vendors! If you GROW IT\, MAKE IT\, or BAKE IT… please BRING IT!
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/bethlehem-farmers-market/2025-10-09/
LOCATION:Mt. Bethel Methodist Church\, 9042 NC Hwy 127\, Taylorsville\, NC\, 28681\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Farmers Markets
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181244
CREATED:20250708T003654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T202249Z
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SUMMARY:MUSIC BINGO!
DESCRIPTION:Join us Thursdays from 6:30-8:30 pm for Music Bingo at Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House! PLUS enjoy one of rotating food trucks! Great music\, fantastic food\, good vibes\, and tons of fun!
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/music-bingo/2025-10-09/
LOCATION:Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House\, 2016 N Center St\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drinks,Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181244
CREATED:20250930T221342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T221342Z
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SUMMARY:Kim Bost Art Wall Exhibition Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next All Wall Exhibition featuring the artwork of Kim Bost! We will have a reception with light refreshments and beverages. This event is cohosted by Salt Block Foundation Friends.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/kim-bost-art-wall-exhibition-reception/
LOCATION:SALT Block Foundation\, 243 3rd Ave NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181244
CREATED:20250618T192553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T203640Z
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SUMMARY:Ridgeview Chess
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nParticipants 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. \n  \nAbout: \n\nHickory 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.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/ridgeview-chess-5/2025-10-09/
LOCATION:Ridgeview Branch Library\, 706 1st St. SW\, Hickory\, NC\, 28602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Classes/Courses
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hickory Public Library":MAILTO:sgreene@hickorync.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181244
CREATED:20250611T141338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T203629Z
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SUMMARY:Music Bingo by the Lake
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nJoin us every Thursday at Lake Hickory Pub and Marina for music bingo.  Great prizes\, good food\, cold drinks\, and a lot of fun. \n  \nAbout: \nToday\, 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.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/music-bingo-by-the-lake/2025-10-09/
LOCATION:Lake Hickory Pub and Marina\, 6706 Limbaugh Ln\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181244
CREATED:20250827T142855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T142855Z
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SUMMARY:Cultural Foodways: Salvadoran Tradition
DESCRIPTION:Please note that this event will take place at Hickory Soup Kitchen and will NOT be held at the Hart Square site \nJoin us for a rich cultural foodways experience rooted in Salvadoran tradition. \nPupusas are the national dish of El Salvador and a beloved part of Salvadoran identity and tradition. Made from corn masa and filled with ingredients like cheese\, beans\, pork\, or loroco\, pupusas are often shared during family gatherings\, community festivals\, and cultural celebrations. They symbolize warmth\, heritage\, and the joy of bringing people together through food. In El Salvador\, pupusas are traditionally enjoyed with curtido (pickled cabbage slaw) and salsa roja (tomato sauce)\, and are eaten at any time of day—for breakfast\, lunch\, dinner\, or even as a snack. \nPupusas are often served with Ensalada de Frutas (Fruit Salad Drink)\, a refreshing and colorful Salvadoran drink made with finely chopped tropical fruits soaked in a lightly sweetened fruit juice. Common ingredients include apples\, pineapple\, mango\, mamey\, and sometimes oranges or papaya. These diced fruits are mixed into a base of fruit juice—often made with orange\, pineapple\, or a mix of tropical flavors—creating a drink that’s both hydrating and satisfying. \nThis beloved beverage is often served chilled at celebrations\, family gatherings\, and street festivals. Unlike typical fruit juices\, the joy of ensalada de frutas comes not only from its sweet flavor but also from sipping and chewing the bits of real fruit in every glass. It’s a fun\, festive way to cool down and enjoy the taste of El Salvador! \nParticipants will watch as Chef Sulyema Trujillo prepares each course\, learning about the flavors\, symbolism\, and history behind Salvadoran food. The meal will be served during the class\, offering a taste of hospitality\, and students will take home all the ingredients and recipe cards needed to recreate these dishes in their own kitchens. \nCome discover the heart of Salvadoran food culture where meals are more than sustenance\, they are a way of preserving tradition and bringing people together. \nIn collaboration with Hickory Soup Kitchen and Centro Latino Hickory
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/cultural-foodways-salvadoran-tradition/
LOCATION:See Description\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes/Courses,Food & Drinks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181244
CREATED:20250522T183802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T183802Z
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SUMMARY:Music on Main - Trial By Fire
DESCRIPTION:Performance: \nGo back to an earlier day when lighters were held high\, and you couldn’t help but sing along to such powerful choruses as “Don’t Stop Believin’\,” “Wheel in the Sky\,” “Lights\,” “Separate Ways\,” and “Faithfully”. \n  \nAbout: \nThose 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.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/music-on-main-trial-by-fire/
LOCATION:Downtown Newton Development Association\, 135 N College Ave\, Newton\, NC\, 28658\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community,Kids & Family,Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Newton Development Association":MAILTO:myount@newtonnc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181244
CREATED:20251029T232412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T174056Z
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SUMMARY:Karaoke & Singo
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday\, 6 to 9 PM\, join us by the lake for Karaoke + Music Bingo. Settle in under the lights\, sing along\, and play while you enjoy great food and drinks. We roll out new specials every month\, so there is always something fresh to enjoy. Bring your crew and make it a lakeside night out at Copper Penny Grill.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/karaoke-singo/2025-10-09/
LOCATION:Copper Penny Grill Lake Hickory\, 101 Catawba Avenue\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Live Music,Nightlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Copper Penny Grill Lake Hickory":MAILTO:copperpennygrill@yahoo.com
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