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, […]

Make a cheeky little ceramic gnome! We teach you step-by-step how to make your very own gnome with his own little personality.  This is an easy, beginner level project.

The Hickory Crawdads and Hub City Spartanburgers will once again square off in a two-game exhibition series. The Crawdads will host the first game in Hickory on Monday night at 6pm before the Ranger affiliates move to Spartanburg for game 2 on Tuesday evening. Tickets are $5 for Monday’s game in Hickory and are on sale now. As a membership benefit, […]

Beginner/Intermediate/Advance Shag Lessons ***FREE*** Monday nights 6:30pm-8:30pm @ 1841 Cafe 117 N Main St, Lenoir, NC 28645 Ignore 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 Call Vickie 828.850.3857 to confirm meeting each week.

Event: Come out to our Weekly Pinball Tournaments held every Monday at 630pm! Events are IFPA sanctioned and are Target Matchplay Format. A $10 buy-in covers all your tournament pinball play and practice. There will be a cash prize to the top 2 spots! New and inexperienced players are encouraged to attend! It's just a bunch of nerds pressing buttons […]

Try your hand and test your luck, no music knowledge required! "Shazam" your way through a classic game of bingo with a musical twist. Prizes and bragging rights awarded for each round!

About:   Strength & Balance Class is a low impact fitness class for anyone wanting to improve their balance, coordination, and overall strength.

Snow piling up outside? That is your sign to come warm up at Locals Night at Copper Penny Grill Lake Hickory. $1 wings, drink specials, kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal, and prime rib rolling out at 5 pm. Perfect midweek cozy-up with your favorite people. Stay warm and drive safe! CopperPennyLakeHickory.com

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!

Get Quizzical with Courtney Austin during Taproom Trivia tonight at 6:30pm every Tuesday! Winners are determined by a point system at the end, with prizes awarded to the top three teams (limit 4 players per team, so the rest of us have a chance)! Get here early so you don't miss the first round! It's Train Station Tuesday, with $2.50 […]

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!

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 […]

Dinosaurs Return to Catawba Science Center Opening at the Catawba Science Center on February 8th! Members-only opening Saturday, February 7th - Public Opening Sunday, February 8th  

Step back 66 million years and journey through the final chapter of the age of dinosaurs in Dinosaur Evolution—a thrilling immersive experience that brings the Cretaceous world to life. Witness feathered raptors on the hunt, armored giants defending their turf, and the mighty T. rex at the top of the food chain. But even these perfectly evolved creatures couldn’t escape […]

Event: Hickory Museum of Art would like to invite you to join us every Wednesday at 11:30 AM for lunch and an informal conversation with artist Jim Wojtowicz about art, creativity, and more at HMA’s On the Go satellite location at Valley Hills Mall. Whether you're an artist or not, Jim's engaging and informative approach fosters a relaxed environment where […]

Think Like an Artist is a free weekly program at the HMA Satellite at Valley Hills Mall that explores how artists approach creativity. Led by artist and HMA staff member Jim Wojtowicz, each session includes a focused look at how artists see and solve problems, followed by an open Q&A. Whether you’re a working artist looking for new ideas or […]

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, […]

$65; $50 Members (3 Classes Included) HMA on the GO: The temporary location of our Figure Painting Studio will be at Old Rock School in Valdese, NC (400 Main St W, Valdese, NC 28690). Figure painting is an opportunity for artists to work with a live model. This is a recurring class offered in 3-week blocks. Participants bring their choice […]

Event: 5-5:30: Grab a snack, a drink, cozy up. 5:30-6:30: Silent reading 6:30-7: chat with other readers or keep reading silently—totally up to you.

Event: Join the Hickory, Catawba County Coin Club Monthly Meeting. A place to gather, talk about, trade and buy coins!Includes Guest Speakers and Coin Education.Everyone welcome, no cost.

Dinosaurs Return to Catawba Science Center Opening at the Catawba Science Center on February 8th! Members-only opening Saturday, February 7th - Public Opening Sunday, February 8th  

Step back 66 million years and journey through the final chapter of the age of dinosaurs in Dinosaur Evolution—a thrilling immersive experience that brings the Cretaceous world to life. Witness feathered raptors on the hunt, armored giants defending their turf, and the mighty T. rex at the top of the food chain. But even these perfectly evolved creatures couldn’t escape […]

$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.

Event: The 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!

Event: Join us at The Shuford House & Gardens for our monthly Journaling Club, now held the first Thursday of every month during L.A.T.E. Night Thursdays. Our open-studio style session is perfect for journaling, collage, and creative exploration—all materials provided. Bring your favorite journal (or start a new one!) and fill it with sketches, collages, paintings, inspiration, and more.

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 […]

, Join us Thursdays from 6:30-8:30 pm for Music Bingo hosted by Ryan Beale at Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House! Great music, good vibes, and tons of fun!

About:   The Carolina Style Chorus is a women's chorus specializing in performing four-part, a cappella music in the barbershop style. We provide opportunities for women to learn and sing and attain individual growth in an atmosphere of friendship and fun. Our goal is to be recognized for musical excellence and to share our talents with our audiences. Join us […]

Event: Game Highlight (6): Opening Night Welcome back the 'Dads on Opening Night! Ceremonies will start at 6:45. | Presented By Charbroil Game Highlight: Magnet Schedule Giveaway Keep up with the Crawdads throughout the season & grab a magnet schedule on your way out! | Presented By Black Tie Transportation, Absolute Tree Care, WHKY 1290AM and 102.3FM | All Fans […]

Event: Hosted by Audible Entertainment, Dive Bar High Point's Karaoke Night is the best in Downtown Hickory with great specials and a fun vibe! Doors open at 5pm for all. After 8pm we are 21+ Only. Karaoke starts just after 9pm.

Dinosaurs Return to Catawba Science Center Opening at the Catawba Science Center on February 8th! Members-only opening Saturday, February 7th - Public Opening Sunday, February 8th  

Step back 66 million years and journey through the final chapter of the age of dinosaurs in Dinosaur Evolution—a thrilling immersive experience that brings the Cretaceous world to life. Witness feathered raptors on the hunt, armored giants defending their turf, and the mighty T. rex at the top of the food chain. But even these perfectly evolved creatures couldn’t escape […]

Join 2 Pink Magnolias for some fun Easter shopping! With a $25 or more purchase, you can choose an egg and redeem it for a surprise. Each egg contains a treat with a number that correlates to your gift.Limit 1 gift per customer. On Friday, April 3, we'll be open until 7pm for the First Friday Art Hop.  We will […]

We're celebrating 4 years on the lake with all of you! We'll have live music Friday and Saturday with Tommy Keys, Cesar Cruz, and John Savage, and we'll have $4 appetizer and $4 drink specials!

OPEN MIC NIGHT - APRIL  3rd The Premier will provide a general backline for the open mic event, including drums, a bass amp, keys, and 2 guitar amps. We encourage solo artists to full bands of all ages to participate. To provide the best possible experience for musicians and attendees, we kindly request that performers who wish to participate in […]

Event: Game Highlight (4): Life of the Crawdads Honey, make sure your plans are cancelled and add this game to your wi$hli$st. It's going to be a cruel summer you'll never forget. Come dressed in your best showgirl attire and exchange friendship bracelets at the ballpark with your besties. ...Ready for it? Game Highlight: Fireworks Friday We're lighting up the […]

Friday Night Agenda!! LIVE MUSIC STARTING AT 8PM at Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House 2016 N CENTER ST,  HICKORY, NC!!  Rotating live musicians!Let’s go!! 

Event: Support your local vendors at the Alexander County Services Center in downtown Taylorsville! New vendors are also welcome!

In the 18th century, both men and women often carried small fabric kits to keep sewing materials handy for domestic projects and inevitable necessary repairs on clothing. Useful and beautiful, these sewing kits continued in popularity into the mid-20th century. All materials will be prepared for participants to make their own sewing kit. Remaining examples of historical versions show a […]

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, […]

Dinosaurs Return to Catawba Science Center Opening at the Catawba Science Center on February 8th! Members-only opening Saturday, February 7th - Public Opening Sunday, February 8th  

Step back 66 million years and journey through the final chapter of the age of dinosaurs in Dinosaur Evolution—a thrilling immersive experience that brings the Cretaceous world to life. Witness feathered raptors on the hunt, armored giants defending their turf, and the mighty T. rex at the top of the food chain. But even these perfectly evolved creatures couldn’t escape […]

Event: The Hickory Downtown Development Association invites families to Hopping Into Spring on April 4, 2026, from 10:00–11:00 AM on Union Square in Downtown Hickory. Stop by to get your photo taken with the HDDA Bunny and celebrate the start of spring in downtown! This is a fun, free opportunity for kids and families to enjoy a spring-themed photo moment […]

Join 2 Pink Magnolias for some fun Easter shopping! With a $25 or more purchase, you can choose an egg and redeem it for a surprise. Each egg contains a treat with a number that correlates to your gift.Limit 1 gift per customer. On Friday, April 3, we'll be open until 7pm for the First Friday Art Hop.  We will […]

We're celebrating 4 years on the lake with all of you! We'll have live music Friday and Saturday with Tommy Keys, Cesar Cruz, and John Savage, and we'll have $4 appetizer and $4 drink specials!

Still sticking to those 2026 goals? 🇪🇸 Give your Spanish a boost and make some new friends while you’re at it! Start your month off right! Join us at Taste Full Beans Cafe on the first Saturday of each month. Our next meeting is Saturday, April 4th. Want to practice your Spanish or English? Join us for a friendly coffee […]

$5 gets you one of 8 spots at the table for Hereos of Barcadia - every Saturday at 4pm. This 10-week tournament will test your skills, patience and drinking ability. What to Expect: In Heroes of Barcadia, players battle monsters and bosses to collect Power-Ups with mystical abilities. Perhaps one of these powerful relics can give you a winning advantage […]

Event: Promotion: Hickory FC Night & Soccer Jersey Giveaway We're celebrating the National Champs! Come out for Hickory FC Night and be sure to arrive early as the first 1,000 fans will get a co-branded soccer jersey. | Presented By Allison & White Property Management, Big Dawg 92.1 | First 1,000 Fans

Event:   Saturday night at Bootleggers Whiskey Bar has your monthly 70s rewind! Join us for good times, great libations and awesome music vibes!

Join Rockie and the band for a fantastic night of entertainment at Hickory's premier venue for live music. VIP seating also available. With Special Guest: Dani Kerr Doors open at 6 PM.

Dinosaurs Return to Catawba Science Center Opening at the Catawba Science Center on February 8th! Members-only opening Saturday, February 7th - Public Opening Sunday, February 8th

Step back 66 million years and journey through the final chapter of the age of dinosaurs in Dinosaur Evolution—a thrilling immersive experience that brings the Cretaceous world to life. Witness feathered raptors on the hunt, armored giants defending their turf, and the mighty T. rex at the top of the food chain. But even these perfectly evolved creatures couldn’t escape […]

Event: Every Sunday from 6pm-7:30pm in Hickory! All skill levels welcomed... Even those with two left feet!