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SUMMARY:First Friday Art Hop in Downtown Newton
DESCRIPTION:Visit Downtown Newton on the first Friday of every month for First Friday ART HOP as we celebrate art\, creativity\, and the power of community.\n\nStroll through local creative spaces\, shops\, food and beverage establishments as they open their doors for an evening filled with artwork\, live demonstrations\, music\, and opportunities to connect with the artists who make our community vibrant. Whether you’re an avid collector or simply looking for a fun night out\, ART HOP is the perfect way to experience the energy of downtown Newton and its growing community of creatives and businesses.\n\nCome explore\, support local businesses\, and be part of a growing arts scene that brings our community together—one First Friday at a time.\nVenues hosting art events:*2 Pink Magnolias*3 Little Birds*Discretion Underground*Libreria*NoCo Arts*The Rabbit Hole Gifts \n\nOther venues open until 7pm or later:*B-52s*Backstreets*Brookrise Brewery*Chilangos Tacos N Cantina*Dark Bulls Restaurant*El Batan*Geppeto’s Pizza*Mr. Game & Lounge*Novel Taproom*Refuge Designs
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/first-friday-art-hop-in-downtown-newton/2026-09-04/
LOCATION:Downtown Newton Development Association\, 135 N College Ave\, Newton\, NC\, 28658\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community,Entertainment,Food & Drinks,Retail
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ORGANIZER;CN="2 Pink Magnolias Gift Boutique":MAILTO:customerservice@2pinkmagnolias.com
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SUMMARY:Miss Tess | Sails Original Music Series
DESCRIPTION:Nashville chanteuse Miss Tess swings\, swaggers\, seduces\, and soothes in that old school country rock way. Everybody loves Tess. \n–ABOUT THE SAILS ORIGINAL MUSIC SERIES– \nStarted in 2012\, the City of Hickory’s Sails Original Music Series showcases well-crafted\, live music by bringing original music artists to The Sails on the Square. Original music is defined as music that is written or composed by the artist who performs it. \nFor more information about the Sails Original Music Series\, please visit www.HickoryNC.gov/SailsMusic and follow the Sails Original Music Series Facebook page\, www.facebook.com/SailsMusic. \n  \n–SPONSORS– \nThe Sails Original Music Series presents excellent musical entertainment from national and international touring acts with the support of numerous sponsors. Thanks to presenting sponsor Protection Products\, Inc.\, and supporting sponsors Bob Sinclair Music\, Larry’s Music & Sound\, Pfahlert Creative Labs\, Olde Hickory Brewery\, and Crowne Plaza for supporting the series. \n  \n–ABOUT THE VENUE– \nThe Sails on the Square are located in the heart of downtown Hickory on Union Square. In addition to the seating available at Union Square\, audience members are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs or blankets. A variety of bars and restaurants are close by and offer food and beverage choices. Parking is free. An interactive downtown parking map is available at www.hickorync.gov/downtown-parking-map. \nABC permitted businesses within the Hickory Downtown Social District sell beer\, wine\, and other alcoholic beverages in specially marked cups that may be consumed on Union Square\, sidewalks\, and other public areas within the designated boundaries of the social district. No outside alcohol may be brought into the social district. To review additional restrictions and a detailed map of the social district’s coverage area\, visit www.hickorync.gov/downtown-social-district.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/miss-tess-sails-original-music-series/
LOCATION:Union Square – Downtown Hickory\, 280 Union Square\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Live Music,Nightlife
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hickory Downtown Development Association":MAILTO:info@downtownhickory.com
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