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Support Mt. Pleasant Animal Rescue: Volunteer, Foster, Adopt, Donate

Written by Abby Cagle on July 9, 2024. Posted in Connect.

Contributor: Jamie Richardson Mt. Pleasant Animal Rescue (MPAR) is a dedicated organization committed to rescuing and rehoming animals in need. Since its inception in 2016, MPAR has relied on the kindness of volunteers and donors to fulfill its mission of compassion and care for animals awaiting their forever homes. Photo credits: Mt. Pleasant Animal Rescue Facebook Carol, the founder, has been involved in animal rescue for over 25 years, starting in her home and expanding as the community’s support grew. The town rallied behind her efforts, increasing the demand for her services,...

Enchanting Garden Tour Supports CVAN

Written by Abby Cagle on May 14, 2024. Posted in Things To Do. 1 Comment on Enchanting Garden Tour Supports CVAN

📅 Saturday, June 1st 🕘 9am–3pm 📍 621 Hermitage Drive SE, Concord, NC 28025 (Note: you can GPS “Winfield Blvd SE & Hermitage Dr SE” to get to front entrance) Experience the beauty of the Tucker Gardens and support a vital cause at the “In Bloom” Tucker Garden Tour benefiting the Cabarrus Victims Assistance Network (CVAN), on Saturday, June 1, from 9am to 3pm. Carolyn Tucker generously opens her private 12-acre gardens for the public to enjoy CVAN provides safety, shelter, and support for battered women and their children in Cabarrus County [see CVAN’s Enduring Legacy in...

Are You Ready for a Shuckin’ Good Time?

Written by Abby Cagle on March 12, 2024. Posted in Connect.

Contributor: Jamie Richardson Shuckin’ for a Cause 2024, presented by Barcos Sports & Seafood and High Branch Brewing Co. promises to be an event to remember. 📅 March 24th from 1pm until 5pm 📍Barcos Sports & Seafood in collaboration with High Branch Brewing Co | Gibson Mill Market, 305 McGill Ave NW Bldg. 200, Concord, NC 28027 This event is not just about enjoying delicious oysters and special High Branch beer; it’s about coming together to support a great cause, 1CAN. Barcos Sports & Seafood will be serving up their (soon-to-be-famous) Seafood Chowder and mouthwatering...

🌟 Local Stars “Step Out” for the Arts 💃🕺

Written by Abby Cagle on October 24, 2023. Posted in Things To Do.

Contributor: Jamie Richardson 📅 Saturday, November 4, 2023 📍 Davis Theatre, 65 Union Street South, Concord, NC 28026 When the Cabarrus Arts Council launched “Dancing for the Arts” in 2015, it was a bold idea aimed at raising funds for the arts while providing a platform for local stars to shine. This unique fundraising event, often compared to the popular show “Dancing with the Stars,” pairs local stars with professional dancers, all vying for the grand prize. Fast forward to 2023, and the event continues to dazzle audiences, promote community engagement, and...

🪖🪖🪖 World War I Exhibit Opens with Generous Donation

Written by Brian Perry on March 7, 2023. Posted in Things To Do.

The “Collecting the Great War” exhibit features over 200 World War I items collected and donated by Dave Goff (pictured above) and supplemented by items from the ECHS permanent collection. Editor’s Note: There is so much new happening in Cabarrus County, but we are also a community that treasures history. Dave Goff was a special friend of ours here at Cabarrus Weekly and we can’t wait to spend time with these items he collected over the course of his lifetime at this exhibit, and we encourage you to take a Saturday afternoon to do the same. The Eastern Cabarrus Historical Society Museum...