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!

Event: 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 […]

Event: Join us in the museum galleries for a round table discussion on HMA's exhibitions and latest news in the art world. Admission is free!   About: Hickory Museum of Art was founded in 1944 to collect, foster, and preserve American art. 8 works were collected that year, and today, 75+ years later, the Museum now has approximately 1,500 art […]

Event: Using carefully prepared materials, participants will learn to attach and coil longleaf pine needles around a gourd, crafting a unique and functional bowl. All materials will be provided, including hand-harvested longleaf pine needles from the sandhills of South Carolina. This workshop welcomes all experience levels as we explore the traditional art of coiled basketry, blending natural materials into a […]

Looking to network with like-minded professionals in the Hickory area? Look no further than the Catawba County Social Club! Connect with others, Build lasting relationships, Grow successful businesses for FREE! We believe success in business is based on the people you know and the lasting friendships and professional relationships we make. That is why we created the Catawba County Social […]

Event: Join us every Thursday at Lake Hickory Pub and Marina for music bingo.  Great prizes, good food, cold drinks, and a lot of fun.   About: Today, 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 […]

Event: The Folkways Film series is a collaborative program with the Footcandle Film Society and Folkstreams. Folkstreams is dedicated to preserving the stories of America through its mission of "finding, preserving, contextualizing, and showcasing documentary films on American traditional cultures." Established in 2000 by Tom Davenport, a national heritage award recipient, filmmaker, and farmer, this non-profit organization is supported by […]

Event: 4th annual Mark White Cruise In and Blood Drive (The Blood Connection) Dad’s Roadside Grill food truck PACE@Home 1915 Fairgrove Church Road SE Newton

About: Join them for an unforgettable evening at Boutique Auberge Luxury Inn. Get ready to mingle with fellow TEDx enthusiasts, speakers, and organizers before the main event. This is your chance to network, share ideas, and build connections in a relaxed and intimate setting. Don't miss out on this exclusive opportunity to kick off the TEDxCatawba experience in style. Come […]

Event: 🎶 Live Music on the Lakefront Patio – Every Friday! 🎶 Join us at Lake Hickory Pub & Marina every Friday from 6–9 PM for live music on our beautiful lakefront patio! Enjoy great tunes from local musicians, cold drinks, and delicious food—all with a stunning view of Lake Hickory. It’s the perfect way to kick off your weekend. […]

Performance: This 4th of July, Carnelle Scott is determined to win Brookhaven, Mississippi’s Miss Firecracker contest.  Known as “Miss Hot Tamale,” she’s out to change everyone’s perception of her so she can leave town in a blaze of glory.  Together with her quirky friend Popeye and erratic duo of cousins, Elain and Demount, she braves the odds to prove the […]

Performance: Waitress is the story of Jenna Hunterson, a waitress and expert pie maker stuck in a small town and a loveless marriage. When a baking contest in a nearby county offers her a chance at escape, Jenna fights to reclaim a long-forgotten part of herself. Through the support of her fellow waitresses and an unexpected romance, Jenna begins to […]

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!

Event: 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 […]

Project: Over time, many storms and new developments have increased the amount of water flowing into Lyle Creek. Trash and other litter have accumulated in the creek. Many trees have fallen into the creek, and unattached vegetation is also blocking the flow of water. As a result, rain events lasting more than two days have caused the creek to fill […]

About: Embark on a day of inspiring talks, meaningful connections, and the spirit of ideas that can change everything at TEDxCatawba! This year, we’re thrilled to offer a variety of ticket options—from General Admission to exclusive VIP packages—each designed to enhance your TEDx experience. Join us at Drendel Auditorium in Hickory, NC, on June 14th, from 9 am to 3 […]

Event: Ideal for patriotic holidays or year-round, this bandana wreath will show your American pride! Participants will learn how to prepare, tie and secure bandanas before finishing with white stars. Frame and stars are included in class fee. Participants will need to bring: Scissors 6 White 100% Cotton 22" x 22" bandanas (standard size) 6 Navy 100% Cotton 22" x 22" bandanas (standard size) 6 […]

Event:  Don't miss this month's Spark event in the Foothills Collaboratory featuring Deal Financial Group! SPARK is a STEM career showcase featuring local industries in the Carolina Foothills. Participate in guided activities based on their careers. The LAB can be found at the end of the South entrance hallway, across from Velo-City.   About: The Catawba Science Center opened its doors […]

Performance: Based in Southern California, FAN HALEN has been together over 10 years playing to enthusiastic crowds all over the US as well as the globe, including Europe, Japan, South and Central America, Canada, and Mexico.   About: The Newton Performing Arts Center is a historic Art Deco theater in Newton, NC. It offers live performances, concerts, and community events in […]

Performance: This 4th of July, Carnelle Scott is determined to win Brookhaven, Mississippi’s Miss Firecracker contest.  Known as “Miss Hot Tamale,” she’s out to change everyone’s perception of her so she can leave town in a blaze of glory.  Together with her quirky friend Popeye and erratic duo of cousins, Elain and Demount, she braves the odds to prove the […]

Performance: Waitress is the story of Jenna Hunterson, a waitress and expert pie maker stuck in a small town and a loveless marriage. When a baking contest in a nearby county offers her a chance at escape, Jenna fights to reclaim a long-forgotten part of herself. Through the support of her fellow waitresses and an unexpected romance, Jenna begins to […]

Performance: Waitress is the story of Jenna Hunterson, a waitress and expert pie maker stuck in a small town and a loveless marriage. When a baking contest in a nearby county offers her a chance at escape, Jenna fights to reclaim a long-forgotten part of herself. Through the support of her fellow waitresses and an unexpected romance, Jenna begins to […]

Performance: This 4th of July, Carnelle Scott is determined to win Brookhaven, Mississippi’s Miss Firecracker contest.  Known as “Miss Hot Tamale,” she’s out to change everyone’s perception of her so she can leave town in a blaze of glory.  Together with her quirky friend Popeye and erratic duo of cousins, Elain and Demount, she braves the odds to prove the […]