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GO GASTON. GET OUTSIDE.

Check out these stops on Gaston County’s Craft Beverage Trail: Cavendish Brewing Company 207 N. Chester St, Gastonia, NC Gaston Pour House 170 S South St, Gastonia, NC Growler USA 300 S Firestone St #150, Gastonia, NC Muddy River Distillery 1500 River Drive, Belmont, NC Rivermen Brewing Company 52 Erving Street, Belmont, NC

GASTON COUNTY, NC

Ole Dallas Brewery 136 Durkee Ln, Dallas, NC York Chester Brewing Company 1500 River Dr, Belmont, NC District 8 Beer Company 900 South Fork Village Dr, Belmont, NC

GO GASTON: 620 N. Main St., Belmont, NC 800-849-9994 | 704-825-4044 | #gogaston | gogaston.org theDestinationMagazine.com 704-706-2365

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Whether you are a long time resident or new to the area, you’ll find local & regional events, destinations and experiences in the Destination Magazine™ that will give you memories for a lifetime The Destination Magazine™ is about new destinations and experiences to discover on your own, or outings with friends and family. We hope you will find a new memorable experience ever y month in the Destination Magazine™ .

We know we are on to something!

Lisa & Andy Jay Publishers Published by: Magic Table Media Group LLC Business Development: Lisa Jay Contributing Writers: Lisa Jay, Craig Distl, Kara McMillan, Project 543, Leah Hughes, RootsRated Media Contributing Photographers: Andrew Zachary Digital Imagery, Paul Newton Cover Photo: Green Heron Ale House, Danbury, NC The list of events in this publication is compiled from various sources dates & times are tentative & subject to change. the Destination Magazine™ is published

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Contents DayTrip Destinations

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Loch Norman Highland Games Celebrating 26 Years!

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Come For The Food And The Beer At Tobacco Wood

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Stoked About Springtime

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See You At The Hawg

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Take A Free Tour Of Seymour Johnson Air Force Base!

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Celebrate Hendersonville’s Finest At Cider, Wine & Dine Weekend 23 An Insider’s Guide To The Craft Brewing Scene In Gaston County

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Yadkin Valley’s Premier Wine Festival

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DayTrip Destinations Carolina Thunderbirds Hockey Winston Salem Fairgrounds Annex, 414 Deacon Blvd, Winston-Salem www.carolinathunderbirds.com

Tuck Fest April 25, 3:30pm–April 28, 7pm U.S. National Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy Charlotte, NC 28214 www.usnwc.org

High5@HangingRock April 6, 7am–4pm Friends of Sauratown Mountains, Danbury, NC 27016 www.high5athangingrock.com

April is for Arts April 26–28 Downtown Davidson, NC www.ci.davidson.nc.us.

Loch Norman Highland Games April 13, 9am–April 14, 5pm Rural Hill, 4431 Neck Rd Huntersville, NC 28078 www.lochnorman.com

Wings Over Wayne Airshow April 27, 9am–April 28, 7pm Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, Goldsboro, NC www.sjfss.com

GO FAR 5k & 1 Mile Fun Run April 13, 8:15 am–11:15 am Eden City Hall, 308 E Stadium Dr Eden, NC 27288 www.rcgofar.com

Lakefront Hops Fest at Langtree Lake Norman April 27, 3pm–9pm Langtree, Lake Norman. Exit 31 I-77 N. www.thekiltedbuffalo.com

Mt Olive Pickle Festival April 13, 9am–6pm Mt. Olive Pickles, 1 Cucumber Blvd Mount Olive, NC 28365/www.ncpicklefest.org

Hawg in the Holler Charity Music Festival April 27, 4pm–11 pm 3200 Bliss Trail Stem, NC vinooasi.com

Grand Opening of the Hanging Rock State Park Mountain Bike Trail April 13, 10am–1pm Hanging Rock State Park Danbury, NC 27016 www.ncparks.gov/ hanging-rock-state-park

Greensboro Food Truck Festival April 28, 3pm–9pm Greene St and Market Greensboro, NC 27401 www.GreensboroFoodTruckFestivals.com

BOWs – Granville Bridal Tour April 14, 11am - 6pm 913 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave Oxford, NC 27565 www.visitgranvillenc.com Cider, Wine & Dine Weekend April 25–28, 6:30pm–9:30pm Hendersonville, NC 28700-28799 www.VisitHendersonvilleNC.org

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Loch Norman Highland Games Celebrating 26 Years!

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he Loch Norman Highland Games at Rural Hill is a family friendly event presented by Historic Rural Hill. Come and experience all the fun with Highland Dancing, Bagpipe Bands, Highland Athletics, a Giant Kid’s Zone, Scottish Merchants, Haggis, Celtic Rock and Traditional Performers, Historic Reenactments, Scottish Country Dancing, Sunday Church Service, Hearth Cooking, NC Beer and Wine, Whiskey Tastings, Kilted Running Events, Scottish Clan Societies, Shoot Long Bows and Blowguns, Throw a Battle Axe and so much more.

Loch Norman Highland Games April 13th, & 14th 2019 Historic Rural Hill 4431 Neck Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078 www.ruralhill.net

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Come For The Food And The Beer At Tobacco Wood

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e often take a drive to the unknown and wind up somewhere fantastic.

It’s what we do! This time was a great surprise. Not only did we find an incredible brewery but we found awesome people like the staff at Tobacco Wood Brewing Co. and getting to meet and chat with owners Paul and Mara Shelton. TWBC started as a homebrewing class 13 years ago, and a love of craft beer, and has grown into a rural small town business that they are proud to call their own. Both Paul and Mara are veterans, and TWBC has the distinction of being the first female veteran owned brewery in NC. Several of their staff are veterans, and they represent this important part of their lives with the flags and décor on the ceilings and walls. The taproom shows some of the beauty of the county, through pictures of local tobacco barns, farms, local artists work, even to the reclaimed tobacco wood on the bar.

They ’ve created an “English” public house feel, where everyone

and their families are welcome!

Family game nights, run club, trivia night, community seed exchanges and more are just some of the ways the brewery pulls the community together. The taproom provides a place for local musicians to play every week and showcase their talent.

Now I can’t forget to talk about the food O.M.G. Chef Jared & staff are on top of the game when it comes to cuisine to complement the craft beer.

For example, the excuse me while I lick my fingers Chicken & waffles to the Hulking Baked potato with macn-cheese, BBQ, & onion rings on top.

The entire menu is off the hook, and it even has a healthy option or two.

Fried cheese curds are healthy, right?

Taprooms are small town revitalizers, and that is what the Sheltons would love to see their brewery do for the lovely town of Oxford.

Tobacco Wood Brewing Co. 117 Wall Street Oxford, North Carolina 27565 tobaccowoodbrewing.co

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Stoked About Springtime

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isten to the natural flow of the Dan River from the back deck of the Green Heron Ale House in Stokes County during #NCBeerMonth.

Located in Danbury, the heart of the county, you can experience history, local arts, and many accesses to the Dan River for a leisure float during a warm summer day. Green Heron Ale House offers twenty taps featuring craft brews from across the state, as well as regional favorites, with a compliment of various wines for the connoisseur. Kicking off this spring, those sipping suds, can join in on weekly bluegrass jams, enjoy scheduled entertainment and special events at the ale house on the river.

Visit www.greenheronalehouse.com for more information.

a larger variety of craft brews for those looking to widen their palate.

After a day of exploration on Hanging Rock, or along the Dan River, venture over to downtown King, NC for local boutique shopping, lunch from the lunch counter at King Drug, or craft beer on tap at Castle’s Deli.

Castle’s is changing the face of “Deli” by introducing LIVE local music on at least two nights each week. Guests can listen to complimentary music as they enjoy the Hunger Slaying menu of favorites, limited time specials and homemade chips with specials seasonings. This April for North Carolina Beer month, Castle’s Deli will be unveiling their wall of taps featuring

Cyclist and mountain bikers unite at the grand opening of the Hanging Rock State Park Mountain Bike Trails on April 13th. Local and regional cycling and outdoor enthusiasts can be the first to break in the trails and enjoy new twists, turns and obstacles provided by the natural mountainous terrain. Local and regional businesses and organizations will be on site promoting their services, products, and missions. Celebrate a life outdoors in Stokes County this month!

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Immerse yourself further into rich local history with the Stokes County Historical Society as they present “The History of Stokes County” at The Arts Place of Stokes in historic downtown Danbury on April 7th at 2:00pm.

Explore the rich history of the area through beautiful photography and detailed historical research, sprinkled with interesting stories of Stokes people and places. Learn more about Colonel Jack Martin and his rock house still standing in Westfield, the meaning of the first brick house in Stokes County and a roaring twenties resort destination based around the popularity of three mineral springs.

The perfect mountain getaway, closer than you think. www.hangingrock.com

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Saturday, April 27, 2019 – 4-11PM Proceeds to benefit The Humane Society of Granville County

Charity Music Festival

Brooke McBride – Nantucket – Who Shot John This beautiful venue is the ideal location to ensure you and your guests will have a truly memorable experience.

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See You At The Hawg

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he Hawg in the Holler Music Festival, inspired by Tim Cifers, is kicking off its 5th year celebrating music, family fun and local charity efforts. Featured bands for the day include (in this order): Brooke McBride, Who Shot John, Nantucket.

This year we welcome Oxford’s own Carson Blakely, afternoon DJ on Raleigh’s B93.9 to emcee for the day!

Hawg in the Holler will take place at Vino Oasi in Stem, NC. This beautiful venue is the ideal location and will ensure you and your guests will have a truly memorable experience.

The Humane Society of Granville County chosen as the 2019 Music Festival Beneficiary.

Plan on bringing a lawn chair, The festival chooses a Granville picnic blanket, umbrellas/small tents County charity as their beneficiary with you should you like. who makes a difference in our community and helps to make this area County brings a great place to live, work and play. Granville together the best of smallProceeds from the event go to them town living and easy access so they can continue their great to metropolitan amenities.

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Take A Free Tour Of Seymour Johnson Air Force Base!

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ver 2 million people serve our country in both active and reserve roles in the military each year. A tour to a military base can not only give you an appreciation for what these guys and gals do every day, but also allow visitors to marvel at the engineering, admire the leadership and respect traditions. Plus, it’s highly likely you’ll witness an F-15E Strike Eagle thundering Seymour Johnson AFB, proud down the runway. home of the F-15E Strike Eagle and the KC-135 Stratotanker, has become You’ll be able to take pictures, known and awarded as the “Best Air however, bring a non-camera phone Force Base in the World.” Housing – meaning a point-and-shoot camera the largest inventory of F-15Es in the unattached to a cellular device. world, Goldsboro is the hub for train- There will be times when pictures ing and deploying the nation’s best are not allowed, and participants fighter pilots and weapon systems are asked to please be mindful and operators. respectful of the sensitive areas.

FREE base tours are offered the last Thursday of every month. During the tour, you’ll learn about the multifaceted mission of the 4th Fighter Wing and the 916th Air Refueling Wing, and how these two “wings” make Seymour Johnson AFB one of the most fascinating and vital bases in the armed forces.

Transportation is provided on an air-conditioned bus, and minimal walking is required on the tour.

Tours begin at 8:30 a.m. and last approximately 3 hours. We suggest you bring water and a snack. Before heading home, we recommend having lunch at one of our famous BBQ joint on our Brews & ‘Cue Trail.

Participants enter the airfield gates with the thunderous sounds of F-15E Strike Eagles overhead. The tour features a close-up look at jets and peak inside a cockpit – and, participants learn facts, such as their engines have the capability of 44,000 pounds of thrust during operations.

To secure your spot on one of these FREE, exciting tours, please call the Goldsboro Travel & Tourism office at 919-734-7922 or email aherring@goldsboronc. gov. When calling or emailing to reserve your spot, our office will provide any other details and directions to SJAFB’s Visitor’s Center, the usual pickup location for the tour.

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Celebrate Hendersonville’s Finest At Cider, Wine & Dine Weekend

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s the apple trees begin to bloom, Hendersonville celebrates the spring season and the hope for a bountiful harvest with the second annual Cider, Wine & Dine Weekend, April 25-28. The four-day event showcases local food and drink with nearly 50 happenings at cideries, wineries and tasting rooms throughout the county.

New this year is an Opening Gala on Thursday night at The Horse Shoe Farm. The 85-acre property along the French Broad River recently opened as a luxury retreat and event venue.

The ticketed gala includes tastings of cider, wine and mead paired with small bites. Music and dancing make for a festive evening.

’70s and ’80s, the party includes wine, cider and a fire pit for roasting marshmallows and making s’mores.

The popular food truck festival returns to Bold Rock Hard Cider on Saturday. Live music, cider tastings and cidery tours combine for a funfilled, family-friendly day.

Appalachian Ridge Artisan Cidery presents a paella and blues combo Saturday evening. Take in the sunset and sip crisp, European-style cider while the chef prepares a giant pan of seafood and the Lee Griffin Trio serenades with blues music.

Burntshirt Vineyards hosts tastings and live music throughout the weekend at two locations, its original A n o t h e r n e w a d d i t i o n t o Hendersonville winery and the new Henderson County, Point Lookout tasting room and bistro overlooking Vineyards, introduces its Knight Chimney Rock and Hickory Nut Falls.

Cellar. Car ved into the side of a mountain and faced with stone, the Two additional tasting rooms will cellar seats 50 for intimate events also participate: Saint Paul Mountain and also ser ves as the winer y ’s Vineyards Flat Rock and Wine Sage barrel room. & Gourmet.

Saint Paul Mountain Vineyards encourages visitors to bring their boogie shoes on Friday night for the Twist & Shout Dance Party. In addition to music from the ’60s,

For a full schedule of Cider, Wine & Dine events, go to www.VisitHendersonvilleNC. org/Cider-Wine-Dine-Weekend or call (800) 828-4244.

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An Insider’s Guide To The Craft Brewing Scene In Gaston County

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he craft beer explosion that started in Asheville and Charlotte has finally made its way across the Catawba River into Gaston County. With an abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities throughout the area, Gaston is the perfect setting for embracing the brewpub culture, and visitors will find several taprooms where they can taste award-winning beers from across the county. So after you’ve spent time paddling, biking, or hiking, discover what’s brewing with this guide to Gaston County’s top spots for craft-made beer.

Ole Dallas Brewery

Gaston County’s first brewery, Ole Dallas, is truly a homegrown operation. What started as a homebrewing hobby for five friends who grew up together in Dallas, North Carolina, is now a seven-acre production facility and taproom.

The sprawling grounds are perfect for events you don’t typically find at urban breweries. Drop by for the pro wrestling tournaments in the parking area, a haunted trail at Halloween, and a vintage antique market on weekends. The partners are eyeing ambitious growth opportunities down the road, including a

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brewhouse expansion, a restaurant, a private event space, and an outdoor concert venue for weekend festivals.

Rivermen Brewing Company

An old mill in downtown Belmont has been artfully restored with reclaimed wood and glass to house the Rivermen Brewing Company, which includes a brewery, taproom, and a full-service restaurant. There’s always a half-dozen seasonals and one-offs flowing from 20 taps, like the popular Almond Joygasm, a delicious play on its Peel Out Porter with coconut, chocolate, and almond notes. Guest ciders and proseccos round out the taproom offerings.

Sandwiches, flatbreads, and salads are the mainstays of the pub dinner menu, while Sunday brunch beckons with treats like the Cinnamon Porter Pancake Stack. An outdoor patio is the perfect setting for a pint and pretzel or cupcake from the in-house bakery.

York Chester Brewing Company

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adkin Valley’s top wine festival uncorks its 18th edition with an all-star lineup of wineries and live music in Elkin, NC, on Saturday, May 18.

The Yadkin Valley Wine Festival attracts wine aficionados from near and far with tasting booths from two dozen wineries and a full afternoon of music headlined by The Catalinas. All this takes place in a picturesque setting at Elkin Municipal Park.

Festival goers can bring chairs or set out blankets and enjoy an afternoon of sipping and purchasing wines, sampling cuisine from multiple food trucks, and listening (or dancing) to music. Gates open at 11 a.m. and the first band, Legacy Motown Review, plays from noon to 2 p.m. The Catalinas take the stage at 3 p.m. and perform their legendar y style of Carolina Continued On Page 29

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beach music for the remainder of the day until gates close at 5 p.m.

The well-organized festival offers two perks of convenience. The first is a wine check service for those who purchase bottles and prefer not to carry them around all day. Purchases are taken directly to a wine check tent near the exit and held for pickup as patrons leave. The second perk is $5 shuttle service all afternoon to/ from hotels in the Elkin area.

Food truck offerings range across the culinary spectrum. Meanwhile, the afternoon grape stomp, featuring 100 pounds of grapes, is always a big hit with children and adults.

Cycling enthusiasts can start the day by riding the Tour de Vino, which offers five rides ranging from 30 to 100 miles and includes complimentary admission to the wine festival.

“We’re very proud of all these wineries here in the Yadkin Valley,” says festival organizer Myra Cook of the Yadkin Valley Chamber of Commerce. “Year after year, the vineyards keep winning national awards and even international awards.”

Yadkin Valley Wine Festival tickets are $22 in advance and $30 at the gate.

For a list of participating wineries or to purchase tickets, go to: www.

YVWF.com or call (336) 526-1111.

For information about Yadkin Valley wineries, visit www.YadkinValleyNC.com.

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a local following by hosting regular community events like weekly yoga, art classes, and live music on the weekends. Usher in springtime at the annual oyster roast, with fresh seafood, new beer releases, live music, and plenty of Carolina sunshine on the banks of the Catawba.

in Belmont’s South Fork Village.

Drawing young families, mill retirees, and everyone in between with food trucks, board games, and cornhole, it plans to build a community around craft beer made just up the hill from the South Fork River. In fact, you can paddle the South Fork Blueway and, in the next few months, walk the South Fork Greenway from McAdenville for your pint.

Cavendish Brewing Company

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Leading the revitalization of downtown Gastonia, the Cavendish Brewing Company is a 16-tap brewhouse that’s located in a former Studebaker dealership. You’ll find a rotation of saisons, sours, and seasonals. The brewer y aims to be Gaston County’s locally owned and locally brewed neighborhood alternative to driving into Charlotte for craft beer. The food is another enticement to visit, as the kitchen serves up paninis, soups, and chili both inside and on the patio.

District 8 Beer Company

District 8 Beer Company is capitalizing on the county’s rapid growth to become the neighborhood pub and bottle shop of choice

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The Growler USA brewpub in Gastonia is part of the growing trend across the country to match great craft brews with excellent food. In fact, the restaurant features Cicerone Certified Beer Servers—think somaliers for beer—to help you chose the craft beer to pair with what you’re eating. You might need the help—Growler USA features 104 taps, with creative craft beers, wine, and ciders all available.

By Ann Gibson for RootsRated Media in partnership with Gaston County Gov.

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9230 Beatties Ford Road

515 Rinehardt Road

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OFF I-77 @ EXIT 33 • 117 TRADE COURT (MOORESVILLE) 7 0 4 7 9 9 1 1 1 0 • www.jeffreyslkn.com