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Whether you are a long time resident or new to the area, you’ll find local & regional events and destinations in the Destination Magazine™ that will have you saying “I never knew that was there.”

The Destination Magazine™ is not a historical document, we will not write about spectacular events you’ve missed. If you are seeking new destinations to explore on your own, or ideas for things to do with friends and family you will find a new experience every month in the Destination Magazine™ .

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Contents DayTrip Destinations 6 Shop Small & Reach Stunning Heights 8 It’s Not Just A Race.

It’s A Magical Experience.

10 Unwrap a Unique Shopping Experience in Downtown Hendersonville 13 Sip Your Way Through Yadkin Valley via Winter Wine & Beer Passports 14 The Best Shopping Mall In History!

16 Did Norman Rockwell Visit Davidson? 17 An Old Fashioned Christmas 19 Light Up Elkin 21 Thoughtful Gift Giving In Gaston 22 Wanna Jingle In Person?

23 Guaranteed To Snow On December 7th!

24 Home, Heart & Soul Designs 26 Thermal Valley Hang Gliding Takes Adventure To New Heights 30 Regional Events & Destinations

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Make big memories in a small mountain town. Our holidays are ďŹ lled with iceless skating, greenery markets, theater productions, hay rides, festive lights, visits with Santa, a Christmas parade & more.

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DayTrip Destinations 25th Annual Carolina Renaissance Festival Saturdays and Sundays, now through November 18th.

The Festival runs from 10am until 5:30 pm, rain or shine. 16445 Poplar Tent Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078. www.carolina.renfestinfo.com Carolina Thunderbirds Professional Hockey Home Games W i n s t o n S a l e m Fa i r g r o u n d s Annex, 414 Deacon Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC 27105. www.carolinathunderbirds.com

Winter Wine & Beer Passport Fr i N o v 2 3 r d – We d M a r 2 0 t h 2019. Yadkin Valley, Sip your way through Yadkin Valley wineries a n d b r e w e r i e s e a c h w i n t e r. www.yadkinvalleync.com.

Tilley H-D 46th Anniversary Sat Nov 24th Tilley Harley-Davidson, 1226 Morland Dr, Statesville, NC 28677. www.tilleyhd.com

Christmas in Davidson Thu Nov 29th–Sat Dec 1st Downtown Davidson, N.C. Home for the Holidays N o v www.ChristmasInDavidson.com 3rd–Jan. 1st. Downtown Hendersonville, Hendersonville, NC. An Old Fashioned Christmas www.visithendersonvillenc.org.

Sat Dec 1st 10am–8pm Historic Downtown Madison, NC 27025.

Just Plain Country Festival Sat nctdm.com/madisonmerchants Nov 10th The Just Plain Countr y Store, 405 N Main St, Walnut Cove, Jingle on Main T h u D e c 6 t h NC 27052. See.facebook.

5pm–8pm Uptown Roxboro, 105 N Main St, Roxboro, NC 27573.

Christmas in November Craft www.itsbetterinperson.com Show Sat Nov 10th 9am–4pm Old Rock School Auditorium, 400 5th Annual Christmas Stroll Main St W, Valdese, NC 28690. & Tree L ight ing Fr i D e c 7 t h www.townofvaldese.com 5 p m – 8 p m To w n o f M a y o d a n , NC 27027. wwwnctdm.com/ W heel s T h rou gh Ti me Mo - mayodanmerchants torc ycle Raffle S a t N o v 1 0 t h 9 a m – 5 p m W h e e l s T h r o u g h Light Up Elkin Fri Dec 7th–9th T i m e M u s e u m , 6 2 V i n t a g e Thee lighting the 7th, Holiday L n , M a g g i e Va l l e y, N C 2 8 7 5 1 . M a r k e t 7 t h – 9 t h . T h e L i b e r t y, www.wheelsthroughtime.com 222 E Main St, Elkin, NC. 28621 www.ExploreElkin.com Rura l Hill Sheepdog Tr ia ls Saturday November 10th 10:00am– Visit NCTDM.com for the com�Sunday 11th 5pm Historic Rural plete destination calendar from HIll, 4431 Neck Rd Huntersville, NC your phone, tablet or desktop.

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Shop Small & Reach Stunning Heights

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eaf peeping season may have peaked, but leaves of FALL continue a beautiful kaleidoscopic show of vibrant auburn, yellow and red coloring this November in Stokes County. Cast a reel at the Hanging Rock Lake, sit back to admire the colorful array reflecting onto the water, as you catch the largest trout of a recent re-stock. Support local food banks during the holidays by attending “Soup in a Bowl,” enjoy soup in your own locally crafted pottery bowl at Hanging Rock Bath House on November 17th.

event venue, featuring a local retail Art Market, representing over 100 artisans from Stokes County and the Piedmont-Triad. Inside you will find many locally crafted gift ideas for the holidays, along with Higher Grounds Coffee and Ice Cream Shop, and just up the “Arts Block” Artist Way Creations - a sit-down bakery and deli. Kick off your holiday shopping at The Arts Place on Black Friday and Shop Small Saturday with free gift bags or gift cards to the first 25 customers.

Meander downtown streets and shops of the City of King, including GypsyJayde Boutique, open on Black Friday at 8 am offering 10% off a $50 or 20% off a $100 purchase.

Welcome the newest affordable boutique clothing shop on the block, Charli Rose & Co., find unique southern charm at Southern Charm & Co. on Shop Small Saturday take 20% off storewide. Don’t forget local favorite Dalton’s Crossing for a wide selection of fall and winter styles, accessories, and jewelry – check their website for Black Friday and Historic Downtown Danbury, is Shop Small specials and hours. home to one of the most well-known Arts Councils in the state of North perfect mountain getaway, Carolina. The Arts Place of Stokes The closer than you think. Experience is the Councils NEW multi-purpose hiking trails, waterfalls, rock arts, music, theatre, educational and climbing, mountain biking, After a day of play in the more comfortable late autumn air, venture out into the local downtown shops and galleries, to experience small town shopping and charm. The Town of Walnut Cove, is an antiquing destination, home to one of the largest two-story Antique Malls in the area - The Just Plain Country Store. Don’t miss the annual Just Plain Country festival on November 10th as Main Street is lined with over 70 vendors, food trucks, entertainment and more.

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It’s Not Just A Race. It’s A Magical Experience.

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pecial events during December like Christmastown in McAdenville and Holidays in the Garden at Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens draw large crowds to our cities and towns. Gaston County Travel and Tourism is thrilled to have worked with Santa Hustle® Race Series, LLC and local city officials to add to this Holiday excitement by bringing the Santa Hustle® Half Marathon and 5K to our county.

From the Windy City to the beaches of the Lone Star State, the Santa Hustle ® Race Series is now coming to Belmont and Cramerton!

With festive music, outrageous holiday decorations, and thousands of runners dressed like Santa, this is an event you won’t want to miss. So join your fellow Santa runners from across the nation today and get ready to run a race that will you want to be a part of year after year!

Make it a VIP experience and add the Santa Hustle® Mrs. Claus Package to your registration which includes a red tutu, arm warmers, candy cane socks, and two face tattoos.

The top three male & female finishers in each age group for the 5K and Half Marathon will receive a customized Santa Hustle medal. The top three overall male and female finishers will receive a Santa Hustle® personalized award.

Gaston County Travel & Tourism is proud to have worked with Santa Hustle ® Race Series, LLC and our local municipalities to bring the Santa Hustle Half Marathon and If you are a Christmas lover, enjoy 5K here. We hope you’ll plan to overplayed holiday music, devouring join the festivities on Saturday, candy and cookies, and joining in December 22nd! on an epic after party then grab your favorite friends and family and register for the 2018 Santa Hustle ® North Experience the magic of the Carolina 5K and Half Marathon!

Santa Hustle® on Saturday, The 2018 Santa Hustle ® swag is bound to make your jingle tingle even brighter with a Santa hat, Santa beard, finisher medal, and new performance hoodie!

December 22, 2018. www.santahustle.com/ north-carolina/register/

The start and finish line location will be in Downtown Belmont, 4 N. Main St., Belmont, NC 28012 www.gogaston.org

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Celebrate the Fall & Winter in Valdese!

November 3, 2018

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Concert at the Old Rock School November 9, 2018

FREE! Movies at the Rock presents:

Avengers Infinity War November 10, 2018

Christmas In November Craft & Gift Show Enjoy Handmade Gift Items from over 40 Vendors November 30, 2018

The Cleverly's - “Laugh your Bluegrass Off!�

Music & Comedy Show at the Old Rock School December 1, 2018

Valdese Christmas Parade at 10am FREE! Movies at the Rock presents:

Polar Express Pajama Party!

Old Rock School Auditorium

December 13th & 14th at 7pm,15th at 1pm & 7pm, 16th at 3pm

A Charlie Brown Christmas Spectacular!

Old Colony Theatre Production at the Old Rock School December 15 - 3 Sessions 8:30, 9:30 & 10:30am

Mingle with Kris Kringle

Breakfast & Special Visit with Santa

Sponsored by The Valdese Fire Department Shop Hop with Prizes sponsored by Valdese Merchants Assoc.

Cash Prizes available for participating adults $2 per person & sign-ups available at visitvaldese.com

Information on events & Tickets available at visitvaldese.com

Unwrap a Unique Shopping Experience in Downtown Hendersonville

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owntown Hendersonville officially gets into the holiday spirit on the Friday after Thanksgiving, Nov. 23. More than 50 businesses decorate their storefronts with lights, creative window displays, garland and tinsel for the annual Downtown Merchant Decoration Contest. The lights go up Friday evening in conjunction with the Downtown Street Lighting and Santa’s Arrival. Winners are chosen in mid-December.

to stock something suitable. From old-timey candies, to top-of-the-line outdoor gear, cast iron pots and pans, clothing, toys and games, this two-story early 1900s building is chock full of merchandise.

Culinarians will enjoy a cookbook, kitchen gadget or cocktail napkins from Wine Sage & Gourmet.

A bottle of wine is always a welcome gift, and the store’s downstairs wine shop has a great selection.

These activities are part of Hendersonville’s Home for the Holidays promotion, which includes two months of festive events beginning in November and continuing through the New Year.

We s t e r n N o r t h C a r o l i n a i s known for its talented artists of all genres. Woodlands Gallery presents paintings, pottery, fabric arts, wood carvings and furniture in an elegant space. Shop dog Jasper adds to the lively vibe. Art Mob Studios includes Main Street offers block after block work from more than 90 local artists. of retail shops, boutiques, art galleries and antiques stores. Customers stroll Several markets throughout along the wide sidewalks festooned Hendersonville sell fresh greenery, with holiday decor for a truly enjoyable wreaths, garland and Christmas shopping experience. Throughout trees. The Henderson County Curb the season, stores welcome shoppers Market has been a local tradition with complimentar y sweets, hot since 1924. In addition to greenery, cider and Christmas carols. On Friday, the market sells jams, jellies, canned Dec. 7, merchants celebrate an Olde goods and crafts.

Fashioned Christmas with extended shopping hours and special treats.

For those hard-to-buy-for family members, Mast General Store is sure

Learn about Hendersonville, including lodging options, visit www.VisitHendersonvilleNC. com or call (800) 828-4244.

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Sip Your Way Through Yadkin Valley via Winter Wine & Beer Passports

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adkin Valley Winter Wine & Beer Passports provide a fun and economical way to experiEarly-bird pricing through Nov. ence North Carolina wine country 22 is $54 for individual passports and this winter. $89 for couples’ passports. Regular pricing kicks in Nov. 23 with rates Each passport ser ves as your of $64 for individuals and $99 for ticket to tastings at 10 award-winning couples. The estimated value of each wineries and two craft breweries in passport is $225.

Surry County, located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley wine region. The “People love the passports. program has expanded to 12 tasting Many come back year after year, or opportunities this year thanks to the they give them as gifts to family and addition of Shelton Vineyards and friends,” says Pat Colwell of Carolina Old North State Winery.

Heritage Vineyards. “It’s really just the idea of having something fun Passport holders also receive a that people can do at their leisure for keepsake wall-mounted cork holder, one weekend in winter or spread it discounts at six lodging properties, out across several winter weekends.” and special rates at 20 restaurants and shops. The passports are valid Participating wineries this winter for nearly four months, starting Nov. are: Adagio Vineyards, Carolina 23 of this year and running through Heritage, Elkin Creek, Grassy Creek, March 20, 2019.

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Round Peak, Shelton Vineyards, Slightly Askew and Stony Knoll. The breweries included this year are Angry Troll and Skull Camp.

“It’s a great way for people to celebrate winter – a treasure map guiding them to wineries and breweries throughout Surry County,” says Louis Jeroslow, winemaker at Elkin Creek Vineyard.

“We encourage folks to buy them early so they have as much flexibility as possible to enjoy every winery and brewery throughout the time period,” Colwell says.

For details or to purchase a Winter Wine & Beer Passport, go to: www.YadkinValleyNC. com or call 336-526-1111.

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“An Old Fash ioned Christmas” Historic Downtown Madison, N.C.

Carriage Rides Carolers & Music Hot Chocolate Vendors Tree Lighting 6pm

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The Best Shopping Mall In History!

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n the Village of Fairhaven shop an extensive array of craft vendors offering home décor, jewelr y, clothing of renaissance and medieval fashion, blown and torched glass, handmade art and potter y. Think of Fairhaven as a medieval mall. There are also activities for children of all ages including people-powered amusement rides and countr yside faire games such as the castle climbing wall, archer y and tomato tossing at a fool.

marketplace with many of the craft shops offering discount pricing on a diverse selection of handmade gift items. The marketplace features potter y, jewelr y, perfume, glass blown ornaments, smoking ceramic dragons, bath & body products, medieval costumes, hand dipped and carved candles, unique musical instruments, children’s toys, a full spectrum of clothing, and much more.

Don’t miss your last chance of the year to enjoy your best shopThroughout Fairhaven, purveyors ping day out in histor y. Huzzah! offer an endless feast of bread bowl stews, premium meats on sticks, sweet treats and confections and a The 25th Annual Carolina favorite of all renaissance wander- Renaissance Festival. ers: a bag of cinnamon-roasted North of Charlotte between Concord and Huntersville. almonds! Festival pubs offer a The Festival is located on variety of Pepsi products, craft beer, Highway 73 at Poplar Tent wine, champagne, ale, honey mead, Road (between I-77 and I-85). lemonade, and Medieval Margaritas Eight consecutive weekends, to compliment the day-long feast of Saturdays and Sundays, from September 29th through hearty foods fit for royalty!

November 18th. The Festival runs from 10:00 AM until 5:30 PM, rain or shine.

The final weekend presents an opportunity to save big on unique holiday gifts at the Festival’s artisan

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Did Norman Rockwell Visit Davidson?

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y family is coming to my house this year for the holidays. OMG! My first one and I’m a bit ner vous. Planning fun things to do in my little town, however, is kind of a no-brainer.

Davidson is the epitome of a Norman Rockwell town. Christmas time is magnificent with the streets lined with lantern lights, garland, carolers, and horse-drawn carriage rides.

One of my favorite treats is sipping Mestizo’s Mexican Hot Chocolate while I wander the streets and boutique shops looking for that perfect gift for my sister.

Christmas in Davidson is a great event to bring your friends and family to enjoy. They close the roads, and the sidewalks are covered with vendors selling there wares and crafts.

Hot Apple Cider fills the air, Santa is taking names and making his list of the naughty and the nice.

Christmas in Davidson Nov. 29th – Dec. 1st The Town Of Davidson, N.C. www.ci.davidson.nc.us

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Tree Lighting at 6pm Rain or Shine

5th annual Christmas Stroll & Tree Lighting

Presented By

McMichael Mills

Sponsored by Downtown Mayodan Merchants Association & Preservation League

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An Old Fashioned Christmas

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he Madison Merchants Guild invites you to help us finish our momentous year at “An O l d Fa s h i o n e d C h r i s t m a s ” o n Saturday, December 1st from 10 am ‘til 8 pm in Historic Downtown Madison. Visit our quaint shops, boutiques, eateries, businesses.

Enjoy our small town hospitality.

Take a carriage ride down our main street. Visit with Santa and have a picture taken. Warm up with some Hot Chocolate. Listen to Carolers and Holiday Music! Stroll through Madison’s shops, enjoy holiday treats and register for door prizes!

Stores will be hosting various vendors throughout the town.

Bring the entire family. Take a step back in time to relive that “old fashioned” Christmas feeling with the entire Town of Madison’s beautiful window and store displays, festive decorations, and magical spirit. Sing some carols, absorb the feelings and sights of the season and help light the Christmas tree at 6 pm at the Town Hall.

For a very special and memorable kickoff to the holiday season. Visit Madison’s “Old Fashioned Christmas” and enjoy our small town hospitality and friendly spirit!

2018 has been a celebration of the Town of Madison’s “200th Birthday.” A year filled with events that have encompassed our traditional heritage. www.nctdm.com/ madisonmerchants

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Nov. 23, 2018 – March 20, 2019

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Adagio Vineyard

Angry Troll Brewing

Carolina Heritage Vineyard & Winery

Elkin Creek Vineyard

Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery

Old North State Winery

Roaring River Vineyards

Round Peak Vineyards

Shelton Vineyards

Skull Camp Brewery & Winery

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eneath glowing market lights inside the warm and welcoming Coley Hall at the Liberty discover a holiday experience you’ll only find in the heart of the Yadkin Valley.

Featuring live holiday music on Friday and Saturday night and thirty vendors selling potter y, jewelry, textiles, woodcraft, bath & body products, and handmade home decor, the market has become a regional holiday shopping tradition.

Admission is FREE with live holiday music on Friday & Saturday from 5-9 pm.

Every year, on the first Friday of December, Elkin celebrates the start of the holiday season by LIGHTING UP downtown Main Street! This year, the Light Up festivities continue to grow and will be held throughout the weekend of December 7th-9th.

The first sign of Christmas is the arrival of Santa’s Mailbox and the Town Tree . Downtown merchants start lining their storefront windows with the warm glow of twinkle lights.

And the music of the season is heard all around town.

This year, the traditional light up ceremony will take place at the Rock Facade Park at 115 West Main Street on Friday at 6:30pm.

Festivities take place throughout the night for all in the family to enjoy for free- kids activities at the Librar y, dance performances from local companies, photos with Santa, a Holiday Kids Zone sponsored by Elkin Municipal Park and Recreational Center, and train rides for all up and down Main Street.

The Foothills Holiday Market Friday, Dec. 7, 5-9 pm.

Sat., Dec. 8, 10-2 pm & 5-9 pm.

Sunday, Dec. 9, 12-4 pm For more information about these festivals and other Elkin events, visit www.exploreelkin.com

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Thoughtful Gift Giving In Gaston

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f you are the kind of person who makes an extra effort to find just the right gift for your family and friends that are on the nice list, consider getting out of town and going to Gaston. Gaston County just west of Charlotte is home to several of the most “Christmas Village” like communities in the state. In fact one is actually known as Christmas City U.S.A.!

115 Main Gifts and Provisions – McAdenville, N.C. This adorable shop opened it’s doors in the coziest space, right in the heart of Christmastown, USA. The vast variety of products they offer is truly amazing. Shop owner, Mona Fore, has worked exceptionally hard to make certain her collection holds a little something for everyone.

if you’re starting to think about your family Christmas cards. The Hive is what the buzz is all about!

Victoria-Cole Gifts – Cherryville, N.C. The shop feels magical and whimsical the moment you walk through the door. The shop is nestled among the historic buildings on Main Street in Cherryville. Like the Owel + Ivey – Gastonia, N.C. other shops in this article, there is Owl + Ivy Opened in 2017 so something for everyone. Candles, that they could share their love for bath bombs, home decor, you name travel, feng shui and bohemian it and Victoria-Cole has it for you. lifestyle. They carry handmade & fair trade pieces from all over the Patriot Jack’s Outfitters world - jewelry, accessories, candles, – Kings Mountain, N.C. artwork, furniture and more.

Located at the base of Kings Mountain State Park and the Kings Hive Design – Gastonia, N.C. Mountain Gateway Trails. Also near Owner, Merryman Cassels, has Crowder’s Mountain State Park and the best collection of stationary and South Mountain State Park. Patriot gifts. The Hive is known for their Jack’s carries a variety of outdoor gear, sandblasting, but I don’t believe clothing and accessories including Yeti, there is anything they couldn’t Patagonia, Kavu and Costa.

– Contributor Alexandra Love personalize for you. Their variety of lovegaston.com products is perfect for anyone you may be shopping for this season, or Hours, addresses and more on you may even want to check it out facebook & www.gogaston.org

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Wanna Jingle In Person?

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o, I’m browsing the boutique communities in NC and came across one that I just love.

Roxboro has the tagline “Everything is better in Person” Roxboro is in “Person” County. I grab my husband, girlfriend, and her boyfriend and we went off to explore!

We arrived in town and began roaming down the main street. The guys took off to the disc golf course, and us gals stopped into a few shops and picked up several gifts to take off the Christmas Shopping list. While we were shopping, we stumbled across Black Creek Brewer y and popped in for a flight, and we were genuinely impressed.

While we were chatting with folks at the brewery we were told of an event coming up on December 6th called “Jingle on Main” where we can take a horse-drawn wagon ride around town to take in the sights, see the lighting of the Christmas Tree and all the other festivities. I’m looking forward to enjoying hot cocoa and some hot apple cider, what an adorable little town. We ended our evening at Heirloom Restaurant with an incredible meal. You know, they are absolutely right, things are better in Person.

Jingle on Main – Roxboro N.C. December 6th Person County Tourism 29 Reams Ave. Roxboro, North Carolina 27573 www.visitroxboronc.com

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Guaranteed To Snow On December 7th!

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tepping back in time is what crossed my mind when I drove into Mayodan, N.C. Spending quality time in a boutique destination North Carolina town around the holidays just makes it that much more special.

and more! The Town of Mayodan Merchants Association and Preservation League is hosting a Christmas Stroll and Tree Lighting on Friday, December 7th 5pm-8pm.

Mayodan is minutes from Winston-Salem & Greensboro, just And yes, it is gaurenteed to to the north. It’s a walkable com- snow in downtown Mayodan for the munity of parks, churches, rivers, festivities! shops and restaurants.

Mark your calendar if you like S’mores, wagon rides, craft vendors,

A group of merchants to help revitalize Mayodan with an emphasis on the downtown area. www.nctdm.com/ mayodanmerchants

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Home, Heart & Soul Designs

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et’s admit it, gif t-gi v ing is impossible amongst adults.

Children are easy, they know exactly what they want. When people reach age 18, the challenge begins. As an adult myself, I have finally figured out what I like, and my fantasy begins at Home, Heart and Soul Designs. Please do not call it a “gift shop,” it is so much more than that. Can you find gorgeous, unique items? Yes. Can you procure the finest accessories? Yes. Can you find a qualified decorator, who can bring style, life, and culture into your home? Yes. There is no other store in the Lake Norman area that can provide the finest items, and also tell you where to place them in your home.

I was born and raised in Cornelius, North Carolina. I have an attachment to the town. Home, Heart and Soul Designs has been local as long as I have. The first Christmas that I had my own money, I bought my Mother a scented candle from that particular store. However, my story doesn’t matter. Home, Heart and Soul Designs is among the rare

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things that last in a small, southern town.

Things evolve, people evolve, ideas evolve. The local gift shop I knew as a child has become a powerhouse of style, ambition, and design. As Maya Angelou said, “pursue the things you love, and do them so well that people can’t take their eyes off you.” If that resonates with you, then visit the wonderful people of Home, Heart and Soul Designs - if only because they do what they love so well.

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By carefully cultivating an emotional connection with each client she is able to incorporate their personality and lifestyle into a concept that seamlessly shifts into a reality. With a reputation for excellent service and customer satisfaction, you’re sure to love both the process and outcome of working with Lori. Contact Lori Savio today. www.nctdm.com/design

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FREE activities include tree lighting, Santa’s Workshop, Photos with Santa, live performances, horse-drawn wagon rides, barrel train rides, the Grinch and his “reindeer”, free movie at the Kirby, and more!

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Travel north, just beyond the bustling urban areas of Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill, and discover Roxboro in beautiful Person County, NC.

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COOL DAYS, HOT DEALS. NOVEMBER SPECIALS $50 OFF Bullet Spray in bedliners.

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South Sea Outdoor Living, Wicker and the Highest Quality Polywood Furniture. Pool Tables, Shuffleboard, Game Room Furniture & Much More!

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Introducing the 2018 Wheels Through Time Raffle Bike

Second Prize Grand Prize Third Prize 1936 Ten Thousand Dollars

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DRAWING NOVEMBER 10, 2018

A 1936 Harley-Davidson® Knucklehead DRESSED IN VENETIAN BLUE AND CROYDON CREAM PAINT. Tickets $10 / 3 for $20 7 for $50 and receive a FREE T-Shirt & DVD Need not be present to win.

The drawing will take place in front of a live audience at The Wheels Through Time Museum in Maggie Valley, North Carolina.

Museum Operating Schedule Open: Thursday-Monday Hours: 9:00am -5:00pm

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Order tickets at www.WheelsThroughTime.com!

Wheels Through Time Museum is a 501-C3 Not-for-Profit dedicated to the preservation of motorcycle history

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We offer up to 20 beers, ciders & meads on tap, with a selection of rotating styles, some available on nitro. We also have wine.

We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas and other special dishes from Davidson Pizza Company located right in our tasting room.

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Thermal Valley Hang Gliding Takes Adventure To New Heights

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oar above the North Carolina Thermal Valley’s mission is to piedmont with views of the Blue share the joy of free flight with the Ridge Mountains via Thermal hopes of re-igniting a sport that was Valley Hang Gliding at the Foothills popular in the 1970s and 1980s.

Regional Airport just outside Morganton.

Many participants only take a one-time discovery flight, but some Thermal Valley offers customiz- catch the passion and sign up for able hang gliding adventures ranging advanced training in the hopes of from basic flights at 1,500 feet in becoming a solo hang glider pilot. altitude up to mile-high flights at 5,280 feet. And the best part? No “It’s a way that friends or families experience is needed because these can share a memorable experience are instruction-based tandem flights and walk away with a positive that include a pilot to handle the feeling for hang gliding,” Laura technical aspects.

Pearson says. “The whole process has become more scientific and Thermal Valley launches this safer than those days in the 1970s, unique adventure by tow from a and that’s what we want people to light sport aircraft. Once the aircraft understand.” reaches the desired elevation, the tow cord is released, creating a free The experience begins with flight experience with USHPA certi- ground school for 15 minutes during fied aerotow high gliding instructor which staff explains the process Craig Pearson, who owns the busi- and what to expect while flying. ness with his wife, Laura.

From there, participants head to the staging area to be fitted with helmets “Once the glider is released from and safety glasses, and then into the the tow plane, we teach the basic flight harness for take-off. controls of the glider,” says Laura Pearson. “If a person just wants to Participants must be 18 years experience it and see the scenery, old; no taller than six feet, three that is okay. We still give them a inches; and weigh between 95 and lesson, but they’re not required to do 235 pounds. anything strenuous or hard. They are For information, call able to ride along and enjoy.”

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