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Jul 17, 2024

Breweries to Host Olympic-Themed Team Games

Gather your team and head to Twenty-Six Acres Brewing or Old Armor Beer to compete in fun Olympic-themed games. With the Paris Olympics set to start later this month, some of our local breweries are ready to get in on the action with their own events! 26 Acres Beer Olympics 📅 Friday, July 26th at 6:30pm 📍 Twenty-Six Acres Brewing Company | 7285 West Winds Boulevard Northwest Concord, NC 28027 💰 Cost: $75/2-person team (includes games, beer, and dinner with Devour Food Truck!) Games included: Beer Pong, Relay Race, Corn Hole, Alcohol Trivia, and Flippy Cup. Be creative…dress as a t…

Jul 10, 2024

👟🌳 Explore Vietnam Veterans Park for National Park and Recreation Month!

This year, Walk Cabarrus is dedicated to showcasing local walking spots in Cabarrus County with its Walk of the Month feature. For July, take advantage of National Park and Recreation Month to discover the Vietnam Veterans Park Loop, a 1.7-mile mostly natural-surface trail conveniently located between Concord and Kannapolis, North Carolina. This easy and scenic route can be completed in about 30 minutes. After your walk, don’t forget to log your steps at walkcabarrus.com and enjoy the park’s many amenities. Whether it’s a round of Disc Golf, some fun at the playground, a game of basketba…

Jul 1, 2024

Red, White, and Baseball: Independence Day Celebrations with the Ballers

Celebrate America’s birthday with exciting baseball games and four nights of fireworks with the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers! Don’t miss this opportunity to see Team USA’s Collegiate National Team play on July 3rd during the International Friends Series matchup finale against Chinese Taipei with post-game fireworks. Team USA is composed of the top non-draft-eligible players from across the nation at the collegiate level. Photo credit: USA Baseball Facebook Watch the Ballers take on the Fayetteville Woodpeckers in a series of exciting games and spectacular fireworks starting on Jul…

Jul 1, 2024

Harrisburg’s Annual July 4th Celebration Is Fun for the Whole Family

Harrisburg’s Annual July 4th Celebration is an unforgettable experience your entire family will love! This traditional two-day event boasts carnival rides and games, live music, festival foods, a patriotic parade, fireworks, and so much more! Marching on: Everything You Need to Know About the Parade The Harrisburg Parade is a showcase of military and veteran groups, equestrian riders, fire trucks, school marching bands, car club enthusiasts, dancers, tractors, and decorated floats manned by local businesses, and is traditionally held on the morning of July 4th. Viewers come from across th…

Jul 1, 2024

Fourth of July Fun: Ideas for an Unforgettable Celebration

As the 4th of July approaches, families across the county are gearing up for a spectacular array of festivities to celebrate America’s independence. From high-octane racing events to the enchanting allure of the circus, lively music performances, and tantalizing tastings, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. 🏁 Cook Out Summer Shootout 📅 July 2nd 📍 Charlotte Motor Speedway 🕔 Gates open at 5pm, Green Flag at 6pm 🚑 First Responders and Military get in Free with ID 🎆 Fireworks 🎟️ Kids 12 and under Free / Adults $10 Celebrate the 4th of July in high-octane style at the Cook Out S…

Jun 27, 2024

A Day at Gibson Mill: A Guide to Food, Fun, and Family

Contributor: Jamie Richardson   Concord’s Gibson Mill is a unique destination that offers a blend of food, drinks, shopping, and family-friendly activities in a reimagined space that has been around since 1899. We’ve pulled together just some of the ways you can spend a perfect day at this exciting venue. Photo credits: Gibson Mill Market Facebook Start your day off right with a visit to Kunu Coffee Co. in The Market. Known for its locally roasted coffee, Kunu Coffee Co. offers a variety of delicious brews to kickstart your morning. Pair your coffee with a freshly baked t…

Jun 27, 2024

Discovering SEA LIFE Concord: An Underwater Adventure

Contributor: Jamie Richardson   🌞 Looking for something fun to do to beat the heat? How about a visit to SEA LIFE at Concord Mills Mall? 📍 SEA LIFE, 8111 Concord Mills Boulevard, Concord, NC 28027 Website | Facebook | Instagram Imagine stepping into a world where the mysteries of the ocean come alive—a place where sharks glide overhead, colorful fish dart through coral reefs, and jellyfish pulse with graceful beauty. At SEA LIFE Concord, located at Concord Mills, this enchanting experience awaits visitors of all ages. With its diverse exhibits and interactive display…

Jun 27, 2024

Meet & Greet with Bestselling Author Kristy Woodson Harvey

The Friends of the Mt. Pleasant Library are hosting a special event featuring the acclaimed author Kristy Woodson Harvey. As part of her national book tour, Kristy will be visiting Mount Pleasant next month to celebrate the launch of her latest novel, A Happier Life. Event Details 📅 Wednesday, July 10th at 6pm 📍 The Farmstead, 8063 Mauney Road, Mount Pleasant, NC 28124 🎟️ Tickets are $30 each (purchase online or at the Mt. Pleasant Library) and include refreshments, a hardback copy of A Happier Life, access to a book signing session, and a meet-and-greet with the author. About Kristy W…