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Up Coming Cabarrus County
Events and Activities.
If you know of an event or activity not listed below please
e-mail us with the information
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Harrisburg Events
Friday July 3rd from 5pm - 10p.m.
Saturday, July 4th from 9 a.m. - 11p.m.
12th Annual Fourth of July Celebration - Friday begins the weekend with hot beach music by Catalina followed by the eclectic sound of The Fantastic Shakers. The July 4th Parade begins Saturday at 9 a.m. (the parade route follows the east bound lane of Hwy 49 from Caldwell Road to Robinson Avenue) and continues with a day filled with arts, crafts, games and amusements. Enjoy the entertaining Giannini Brass Band, Da Throw Back Band (70's tunes) and deja Vu (classic rock) followed by fireworks. Don't forget the great festival foods such as funnel cakes and cotton candy!
Thursday, July 23rd at1:30 p.m.
Jeff Jones, Grand Illusionist.will perform at the Harrisburg Public Library. Call 704-436-2202 for details.
(Harrisburg Public Library has different summer programs: Book Clubs for various ages, Nature Events, story time, crafts and more: 704-920-2080). |
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| Change in Veteran Benefits
The Cabarrus County Veterans Services office expects more veterans coming in the doors as The United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) opens healthcare eligibility to veterans in higher income brackets. Beginning June 15, new regulations take effect that will allow veterans whose incomes previously exceed income thresholds – Priority Group 8 veterans – to enroll in the VA’s healthcare system. The Cabarrus County Veterans Services office can assist local veterans in determining their eligibility under this new regulation. For additional information about Priority Group 8 healthcare enrollment or about services offered through the Cabarrus County Veterans Services office, call 704-920-2869 or vists ww.cabarruscounty/veteran |
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| Mini Golf Tournaments
If you have a talent for putting, then make plans to participate in one of several Mini Golf Tournaments at Frank Liske Park this summer. Tournaments are available in three formats: singles play, parent/child teams, or 2-person co-ed teams. Tournaments will be held on Friday evenings June through August. Cost to participate is just $5 per person. To learn more, call Frank Liske Park at 704-920-2702 or log on to www.cabarruscounty.us/parks . To register online, go to www.cabarruscounty.us/reservepartner and type the word “golf” in the class search box. |
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Register for swim lessons
Camp TN Spencer Park pool.
First session begins June 16th. Children ages 3 and up can register for classes based on their ability level. There are group lessons, semi-private lessons and private lessons available. Cost for a 6-class session starts at $45 per person. For more information, call Camp Spencer Park 704-788-7946 or visit the pool. The pool is open daily to the public. For hours and admission costs, log on to www.cabarruscounty.us/parks .
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| Summertime Magic
Wednesday, June 17th, 2009
10:00 a.m.
Families with young children are invited to a Fun in the Sun performance on the lawn of the Historic Cabarrus County Courthouse, as Dave Risley presents "Summertime, Funtime Magic" with magic, puppetry, story telling and comedy. This free performance as part of the Cabarrus County Public Library’s summer reading program. To learn more, log on to www.cabarruscounty.us/library . |
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| A Nation of Farmers
Defeating the Food Crisis on American Soil
June 18th, 2009
7:00 PM
Aaron Newton co-author will be reading and discussing this book and the issues surrounding: City Farmers, Backyard Chicken Enthusiasts, Victory Gardeners, Small Family Farms, Kids in Edible Schoolyards, Cooks in their Kitchens and Passionate Eaters Everywhere Can Overthrow our Destructive Industrial Agriculture, and Give Us Hope for Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness in a Changing World.
This free event will be held in the auditorium
of the Charles A. Cannon Memorial Library-Concord
27 Union St. North
Concord, NC
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1010 Cloverleaf Plaza
Kannapolis, NC 28023
Walk-ins Welcome
Friday Fun Nights 6pm - 9pm
Birthday Parties by appointment.
Call 704-721-0003 for details.
www.plastercreations.com
Plaster Creations is a paint-it-yourself plastercraft shop for kids and adults with over 800 items to choose from. You paint your selection, spray it, glitter it and take it home the same day. |
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| Too Much Sylvia at Union Street Live
June 18th, 2009
6:00 p.m.
free concert series Thursday, Too Much Sylvia will perform. So bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy this live performance. Food and beverage vendors will be on site. To learn more, visit www.concorddowntown.com . |
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Visit Gold Hill
June 25th, 2009
Heritage Celebration at Gold Hill Mines Historic Park Log Barn.
Heritage & Farm Living Crafts and Exhibits, Wagon Rides and more. Contact Chris Hatley 704-363-6663
June 27th, 2009
Antique Motorcycle Show.10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Gold Hill Mines Historic Park. For info call: 704-279-0307-Leave message.
August 15th, 2009
Hot Summer Nights. Historic Village of Gold Hill, NC |
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Mount Pleasant
June 26th, 2009 & June 27th, 2009
Independence Day Celebration. The parade is on the 27th.
June 29th, 2009
Captain Jim, Pirate and Illusionist. Registration Required
704-436-2202.
(Mount Pleasant Public Library has different summer programs: story time, magicians, yoga, book clubs and more: 704-436-2202) |
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Downtown Concord Summer Events :
June 22nd, 2009 - August 13th, 2009
ELEMENTary :Air - Fire - Water Art Exhibition at
Old Courthouse
June 24th, 2009
Fun in the Sun 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Burns and Co. Old Courthouse Lawn
June 27th, 2009
Cruising Downtown Concord - Union Street, South and
Market Street. Plenty of Music, Shopping & Restaurants!
July 16th, 2009
Fun in the Sun 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Burns and Co. Old Courthouse Lawn
July 17th, 2009
Cruising Downtown Concord - Union Street, South and
Market Street. Plenty of Music, Shopping & Restaurants!
August 20th, 2009
Fun in the Sun 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Burns and Co. Old Courthouse Lawn
August 22nd, 2009
Cruising Downtown Concord - Union Street, South and
Market Street. Plenty of Music, Shopping & Restaurants!
(Union Street Live – Each third Thursday June through September at 6:00-9:00 pm - Live bands and events. More info on Downtown Concord Events: 704-784-4208 or http://www.concorddowntown.com ) |
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| Thursday on Main
Every Thursday in June 2009
11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Come relax & listen to live music at Veterans Park, Kannapolis. Musicians will perform a variety of styles and kinds of music. Bring a lunch or purchase lunch on site from local vendors.
Call 704-920-4343 for details.
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DORTHEA BENTON FRANK
Reading from her new book,
Return to Sullivans Island
Tuesday, July 7th, 2009
7:00 pm
www.dotfrank.com
This event is FREE and open to the public. Join us in the auditorium at the Charles A. Cannon Memorial Library
27 Union Street, North, Concord, NC
Books will be available for purchase in the upstairs gallery of the library.
Sponsored by Concord friends of the library.
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Keep your children active and beat the heat!
Summer classes starting soon!
4200 Main Street, Suite 100
Harrisburg, NC 28075
Call 704-455-5016 for our Summer Schedule. |
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| Falcon Club of America
Carolinas Chapter,
Dedicated to preserving the Ford Falcon.
Come meet up with other people that share your interest
in the Ford Falcon.
Attend one of our monthly meetings though the year.
We meet the first Monday of every month at 7PM.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites
2491 Wonder Drive,
Kannapolis, NC
For additional information contact
James Baxter
704-736-1920 or
Email: ncfalcon@charter.net |
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Lowe's Motor Speedway Event Schedule
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Piedmont Farmers Market
Piedmont Farmers’ Markets
Homegrown produce, eggs and meat, handcrafted products.
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Saturdays 8a.m.-Noon, April 25th-December 19th
518 Winecoff School Road, Concord, NC
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Mondays 4:00p.m.-7:00p.m., May 18th-Sept. 28
6960 Robinson Church Road, Harrisburg, NC
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Wed. 11:00a.m.-1:00p.m. June 3rd-Aug. 26th
24 Market Street, Downtown Concor, NC. http://www.piedmont-farmersmarket.com/
or call 704 920-3310 for more information.
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| Roger Day Music and Live Entertainment
For Kids
July 14th, 2009
11:00 a.m.
Village Park
Amphitheater, Kannapolis
For PDF Brochure click here.
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Summer Reader’s Festival
August 4th, 2009
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Cabarrus Arena & Events Center will host a Summer Reader's Festival with Jugglers, a Stilt Walker, a Magician, Inflatables, Crawlthroughs, Trackless Train, Games, Fire Safety House, Dare Officers, Martial Arts and Gymnastic demonstrations.
For more information Call 704-920-2058 |
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16TH FRANK LISKE PARK POWWOW
August 28th through August 29, 2009
Frank Liske Park - Concord
Traditional Powwow.
For more information call 704/786-5705, or
Email: ghoyt@carolina.rr.com. |
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NC Research Campus Farmers Market
704-938-3200
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Downtown Concord Farmers Market
See you in the Spring!! |
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Gold Hill Mines Historic Park
St. Stephen's Church Rd.
Gold Hill, NC 28071 |
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