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Savor and Support: Girl Scout Cookie & Wine Pairing at Grape & Glass

Wine lovers and cookie enthusiasts, get ready for the ultimate pairing experience! Grape & Glass Wine Tasting Room is hosting a Girl Scout Cookie & Wine Pairing Event—because who says you can’t have your cookies and wine too? This unique tasting event will take you on a delicious journey, matching iconic Girl Scout Cookies with carefully selected wines that bring out their best flavors. From indulgent sweetness to bold, rich notes, you’ll discover pairings that elevate every bite and sip. 🍷 Event Details: 📍 Location: Grape & Glass Wine Tasting Room 📅 Date: Feb 22, 2025 🕞 Time:...

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Sip, Savor & Stay Awhile at the Grape & Glass Wine Tasting Room

Grape & Glass Wine Tasting Room Website | Facebook | Instagram 30 Concord Commons Pl SW, Concord, NC 28027 If you’re looking for a cozy, welcoming spot to enjoy great wine and even better company, Grape & Glass Wine Tasting Room in Concord is a must-visit. Owned by three sisters and their mom, this family-run spot is more than just a wine bar—it’s a gathering place where customers quickly feel like family. At Grape & Glass, wine is only part of the story. From the beginning, the family focused on creating a welcoming space where everyone could feel at home. The warm, inviting atmosphere...

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Carolina Mall Welcomes Local Pop-Ups for Holiday Shopping

Contributor: Jamie Richardson   Carolina Mall (Concord) 📍 1480 Concord Parkway North, Concord, NC 28025 Website If you’re looking to support local this holiday season, you won’t want to miss the latest Carolina Mall Pop-Up Winners of Hull Property Group’s American Dream Project! This initiative has been empowering small businesses by offering local entrepreneurs space in high-traffic retail centers, giving them the tools and opportunities to bring their dreams to life. Among the 2024 winners are two standout shops that are now open at Carolina Mall: Vigueur Fragrances and Busy Bee...

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Mint To Be Empowers Motherhood

Contributor: Jamie Richardson   Mint To Be celebrates its five-year journey of empowerment and supporting mothers in need with “Blooming Together” Spring Gala. Blooming Together Spring Gala 📅 May 18th from 6-10pm 📍 The Kettle Room at Cabarrus Brewing Company, 325 McGill Ave NW, Concord, NC 28027 Website | Facebook | Instagram Motherhood is a journey filled with love, joy, and challenges. For many women, the transition into parenthood can be overwhelming, especially without proper support systems in place. Recognizing this need, Mint to Be of the Carolinas was created to offer...

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Redefining Home: Carolina Tiny House Festival

Contributor: Jamie Richardson   📅 April 13th–14th from 10am–5pm 📍Charlotte Motor Speedway, 5555 Concord Pkwy South, Concord NC 28027 Website | Facebook | Instagram Whether you are a curious tiny house bystander, a passionate advocate, or a family seeking inspiration, there is something for everyone at the Carolina Tiny House Festival. Attendees can embark on tiny house tours, engage in thought-provoking conversations, and participate in educational workshops. In a world where the cost of living continues to rise, the dream of owning a home can seem increasingly out of reach for many. However,...

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Mahogany Brown Bridal: Pioneering Diversity in Bridal Fashion

A Bridal Extravaganza, a New Fellowship, and a Chance to Win a $15,000 Grant is Creating Some March Madness for One Local Entrepreneur Bridal Extravaganza 📅 Sunday, March 24th from 12–4pm 📍 The Hotel Concord, 14 N. Union Street, Concord, NC 28025 Website | Facebook | Instagram Whitney Stephenson initiated her venture, Mahogany Brown Bridal, with a mission to celebrate diversity and inclusivity. Her boutique highlights the work of underrepresented minority and multicultural bridal designers, providing them with a platform to showcase their creations. “Many of the bridal stores carry the same...

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Popping Success: A Flavorful Journey

Contributor: Jamie Richardson   Tastebuds is rebranding to Popstarz Popcorn marking a new era of expansion and philanthropy. 📍 Tastebuds Popcorn Concord, 3805 Concord Pkwy S #132, Concord, NC 28027 Website | Facebook | Instagram Derrick and Tavia Jackson are the dynamic duo behind the popcorn sensation that’s making Concord a little sweeter – Tastebuds Popcorn, a local favorite with over 200 flavors, handcrafted with love and real ingredients. Entrepreneurs at heart, they embarked on a delicious journey to bring people together through the joy of popcorn and are now rebranding and taking...

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Frozen Kups: Where Desserts, Family Time, and Community Spirit Blend Perfectly

Contributor: Jamie Richardson   Harrisburg dessert location takes business to new heights with lots of new ways to enjoy their treats! 📍 Frozen Cups, 4481 School House Commons, Harrisburg, NC 28075 Website | Facebook | Instagram When you step inside Frozen Kups in Harrisburg, you’ll be greeted by a welcoming smile and an extensive menu of delectable desserts. Owned by Jay and Neekeesha Griffin, this premium self-service frozen yogurt and dessert destination opened its doors in June 2018 with a simple mission – to bring back family time. Over the past five and a half years, they’ve...

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🕯️ Her Candle Bar Is Ready to Ignite Your Senses

Updated 1/29/25: This business is in transition to a new location. Mobile appointments and online shopping are still available. Downtown Concord welcomes a new haven for self-care enthusiasts with the grand opening of Her Candle Bar. Her Candle Bar (Downtown Concord) 📍 18 Cabarrus Ave W, Concord, NC 28025 Website | Facebook Bria and David Smith, the visionary owners, have crafted Her Candle Bar to be a much-needed breath of beautifully scented fresh air amidst the downtown construction project, offering a positive and invigorating atmosphere for all. With a unique blend of do-it-yourself candle...

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🍷 Toast National Wine Day at U.S.V.I. Wine Company

Updated 1/29/25: This business has temporarily closed to relocate to Charlotte, NC. Contributor: Jamie Richardson   Cabarrus Weekly is continuing its celebration of Black History Month by spotlighting another up and coming business here in our community and just in time for National Wine Day on February 18th! Genia Vanterpool and Deidra-Ann Varlack, natives of the U.S. Virgin Islands, launched U.S.V.I. Wine Company on International Women’s Day in 2021. Inspired by their homeland, and love of wine, founders, Genia (born in St. Thomas) and Deidra-Ann (born in St. John) met as Girl...

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