B Chord Live Corn Hole
2026-01-13 18:30 - 23:00, 2026-01-20 18:30 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | B Chord Live, 47 Duke St., Granite Falls, NC, 28630, United States
Event:
Every 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!

B Chord Live Acoustic Open Jam
2026-01-13 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-01-20 19:00 - 22:00 | B Chord Live, 47 Duke St., Granite Falls, NC, 28630, United States
Event:
Starting at 7pm, the B Chord Tuesday night jam brings a myriad of ages, talent and instruments! Bring your instrument and join the circle to play some tunes with fellow pickers! Or stop in for a bite and drink and enjoy the live music in Granite Falls!

Bead Mosaics with Beth Riddle
2026-01-14 15:30 - 17:00, 2026-01-21 15:30 - 17:00 | Burke Arts Council, 506 S. Sterling Street, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
Bead Mosaics for Ages: 7–11 with Beth Riddle
Students will learn how to design and create beautifully beaded mosaic pictures in frames.

Dates: Wednesdays, 1/14 & 1/21
Time: 3:30 – 5PM
Price: $30 Members / $35 Non-members

Polar Express PJ Party Adventure - Hosted by Kilty Pleasure Tours
2026-01-14 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-15 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-16 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-17 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-17 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-18 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-19 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-20 16:00 - 19:00 and 8 more dates | See Description, United States
All aboard for Hickory’s most magical holiday experience! Kids ages 5–10 are invited to slip into their coziest pajamas and hop on the Nessie bus for a festive Polar Express–themed scavenger hunt filled with wonder, treats, and hands-on fun.
This 3-hour adventure includes four charming stops: an obstacle course at Samurai Institute, a hot chocolate and cookie game station at 3 Little Chicks Bakery, ornament decorating at Azalea Design, and a sweet reward of popcorn from Tastebuds.
Perfect for small groups, birthday celebrations, or a holiday outing with friends, each party includes 5–8 children and 2–3 parents for $350.
Tours run Nov. 24–Jan. 31 with weekday, weekend, and evening options.
Available Times:
Mon–Fri: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM & 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Give your kids a Christmas memory they’ll never forget—filled with adventure, Golden Tickets, and holiday magic.
📧 Email Karen@kiltypleasuretours.com for more details or you can book your date on https://forms.gle/b84pgCoN1FyKkK548

L.A.T.E. Night Thursday | Ink Outside the Lines: Printmaking Night
2026-01-15 17:00 - 19:00 | DASH Home + Kitchen, 228 Union Square NW #B, Hickory, 28601, United States
Join us for a relaxed and creative Printmaking Night where you’ll get hands-on with three exciting techniques: mono-prints, collagraphs, and Gelli printing. Experiment with textures, layers, and color as you create one-of-a-kind prints—no prior experience needed. All materials will be provided, and you’re free to explore, play, and make something uniquely yours in a fun, supportive atmosphere.
DASH will have wine for purchase, mingle with fellow enthusiasts, and create something uniquely yours.
$25; Members $20 (Space is limited)
Contact Karla @ kstarnes@hickoryart.org to register!

Partners For Cats Adoption Event
2026-01-17 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-01-24 10:00 - 15:00 | Petsense by Tractor Supply, 1009 Blowing Rock Blvd, Lenoir, NC, 28645, United States
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, distemper, feline leukemia FIV testing dewormed and flea treated and they are microchipped to the rescue…
Adoption Fees:
*We often have SPECIALS!*
$100 for our standard dsh breeds
However, we do charge more for Siamese or special breeds. $150
RagDolls, Himalayan, Persian, Other exotics are only $275 when we get them 😉

🎄✨ Make Merry & Bright! Parent & Me - Snowman - Grape Kids Class
2026-01-17 16:00 - 18:00 | Painted Grape, 1366 US-321, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
❄️✨ Snow Much to Create! Parent & Me – Reindeer – Grape Kids Class ✨❄️
Create cozy winter memories with your little one this season as you paint a sweet, snowy scene together! With our brand-new lower price for 2026, it’s easier than ever to share creative moments that will warm your hearts all winter long. 💙🎨
🖌️ Each pair receives two 11″ x 14″ canvases to paint together. Place them side by side to create one adorable winter scene—or add extra painters to build an even bigger masterpiece of frosty fun!
✨ No experience needed. We guide you step by step while you choose your own colors, sparkle, and style to make your artwork uniquely yours.
📌 Important:
• Every participant must have a paid seat
• No observers or shared canvases
Reserve your spots today and enjoy a bright, creative, and snow-filled adventure together! ❄️🎉
Number of Participants (Per/Couple) – $30 (Discounted from $40)
Additional Painters – Each will paint a scene. $16 (Discounted from $20) each.

Pre-K Craft & Storytime - Grape Kids Class
2026-01-20 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-01-27 10:30 - 11:00 | Painted Grape, 1366 US-321, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Event:

Now 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.
We will remain open until 5pm with Open Studio hours for you to do other paid crafts and activities.

Pint Size Picassos
2026-01-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Valley Hills Mall, 1960 US Hwy 70 SE, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
Our pint-sized Picasso takes on a new adventure at our temporary location inside Valley Hills Mall (#209, 2nd floor, beside American Eagle). Young children and their favorite grown-up are introduced to art, the Museum, and how they work together to cultivate creativity. Each class will focus on a new book and artwork to go along with the book.
To register, contact Karla Starnes at kstarnes@hickoryart.org.
Location: HMA Satellite Location at Valley Hills Mall #209
3 – 5 Years with Accompanying Adult
$15; $10 Members; Adults free

Teen Drawing Workshop
2026-01-26 16:00 - 17:00 | Valley Hills Mall, 1960 US Hwy 70 SE, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
Is your pre-teen or teen curious about drawing?
On the last Monday of each month, ages 10 and up have the opportunity to learn and practice simple drawing techniques.
Our Teen Drawing Workshop offers a friendly, casual environment to inspire creativity while improving illustration skills.
Bring a sketchbook and each month we will focus on a different drawing technique, subject, or theme.
Sign up for one or all! Classes run from September to May.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at kstarnes@hickoryart.org.
Location: HMA on the Go Satellite Location at Valley Hills Mall
