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It’s SPRING! Places To Go Things To Do!!

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MAKE THE MOST OF SPRING Now is a great time to explore Gaston County as outdoor adventure gets going. Get outside and enjoy hiking biking and paddling.

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e tell you where to go! 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 your guide to new destinations and experiences to discover on your own, or outings w i t h f r i e n d s a n d f a m i l y. 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, Mariah McDowell, Sylvia Dalrymple Creative: Andy Jay Contributing Writers: Craig Distl, Leah Hughes, Allison Andrews, Tory Mabe, Melissa McCauley, Mara Shelton Contributing Photographers: Andrew Zachary Digital Imagery, Paul Newton, Lisa Jay, Sam Dean, Allison Andrews, Tara R. Martin, Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation, Todd Bush Cover: Whitewater Center - Gaston County

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 What is Bevana?

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All Routes Lead to Elkin’s NC Trail Days Festival

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Small Towns Create Big Memories

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Last Of The Mohicans 30th Anniversary Weekend

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Stokes ROCKS Springtime Views

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3 Exciting Weekend Getaways This Spring In Gaston County

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Run Some Trails, Shoot Some Rounds 19 The Spring Craft Market In Valdese Is In Full Bloom

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Spring Fun On Beech Mountain

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Run For The Roses Live Kentucky Derby Event

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This run is more than a run, it’s a full weekend experience.

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You will be in awe of the beauty of this course and venue. You’ll run a ~3 mile trail loop continuously for 6 or 12 hours. A spectacular waterfall, mountain creeks and a run through the vintage event barn on every lap, it’s a good thing this course is so beautiful to distract you from the ups and downs of this impressive single-track. Bring the family, settle in. You won’t want to leave.

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This course will be 8 hours in the classroom. Darian from Carry On Concealed Training will lead the classroom. The class starts at 8am and will end at 5pm with a lunch break from 12-1.

Plan on hanging out after the class for some craft beer and wine.

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Hosted by the Burke County Tourism Development Authority (TDA), and Sponsored by Lake James Real Estate, this one-of-a-kind event will celebrate the incredible impact the making of this motion picture had on the citizens of Burke County and surrounding areas.

This ticketed event will feature two days (May 12-13) of guided film location tours and an all-day event on Saturday, May 14, on the Courthouse Plaza in downtown Morganton.

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What is Bevana?

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evana is the new name for Community Brewing Ventures, the parent company of D9 Brewing, UpDog Kombucha, Bay Cannon Beer Company and our many other partners from across the beverage industry. Located in Newton, NC Bevana is a brewing experience which includes a look into their processes while enjoying the “fruits of their labor” in their open-air taproom which houses 32 taps.

What does Bevana do?

Bevana works with beverage makers that have enormous growth potential, but who find themselves facing challenges getting their products to the market. Bevana helps customers find their new favorite thing to drink and help small businesses at the same time!

How Bevana got started:

In 2019, the founder of D9 Brewing Company had a vision to help others succeed in the craft beverage community. Joined by a revered Master brewer and industry advocate, Community Brewing Ventures (CBV) was created. In 2022, CBV will be changing their name to Bevana to fully encompass the resource that this brewer y accelerator has become.

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Where can I find Bevana Beverages?

Bevana Beverages can currently be found wherever artisan craft beverages are sold in the following states: DC, FLA, GA, LA, MD, NC, OH, PA, SC, TN, TX and VA

What’s next?

Bevana also has an upcoming e-commerce platform, also called Bevana, which will allow shipping directly to customers in 44 states.

This will allow customers to discover new products online and seek them out at the source, or at their local retailers. Bevana will also be launching at least two new brands ever y month through September 2022, as well as additional non-beer brands such as Hemp Seltzer with 20mg of CBD, Hard Coffee, Hard Kombucha, Cider and more!

When you buy a product with the Bevana logo, it means you are supporting the passion of the people behind breweries and artisan beverage creators across the United States and beyond.

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Craft Market April 30th, 2022 9am - 4pm

Enjoy Handmade Items from Over 60 Vendors!

Temple Field - 400 Main Street West Valdese, NC

Shop local for Mom this Mother’s Day! Yard Art, Candles, Home Decor, Plants, Jewelry, Pottery, Wreaths, Crochet, Metalwork & More Special Eats provided by Valdese Pilot Club

Menu: Chicken Salad, Pimento Cheese, Hot Dogs, Baked Goods & Cold Drinks Live Music | Door Prizes | Free Admission Presented by Historic Valdese Foundation

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All Routes Lead to Elkin’s NC Trail Days Festival

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lkin, the best little trail “A l o t o f t h e s c h e d u l e i s t o w n i n N o r t h C a r o l i n a , based on previous events that hosts its annual NC Trail a r e p o p u l a r, b u t w e w a n t t o Days festival June 2-5. make sure each year has a new twist and new events to enjoy,” The festival celebrates the s a y s N C Tr a i l D a y s d i r e c t o r i m p o r t a n c e o f t r a i l s i n t h i s Natalie Eidson.

Ya d k i n Va l l e y f o o t h i l l s t o w n where three major routes interWhen not on the trails, folks sect: the Mountains-to-Sea Trail, can kick back at social events Overmountain Victor y Trail and i n E l k i n M u n i c i p a l Pa r k a n d Yadkin River Paddle Trail. It also along Main Street. Those festivc o i n c i d e s w i t h t h e A m e r i c a n ities include a L owcountr y boil, Hiking Society ’s National Trails live music, food trucks, farmers Day on Saturday, June 4. market, beer garden and vendor village. Elkin’s across-the-river The four days are filled with neighbor, Jonesville, will host a c t i v i t i e s f o r o u t d o o r - m i n d e d events as well. people of all abilities. Multiple guided hikes and self-guided Attendees are encouraged to h i k e s a r e o n t a p , a l o n g w i t h bring bikes, boats, and boots and m o u n t a i n b i k i n g , g r o u p k a y - enjoy an extended weekend with a k i n g a n d a d o w n t o w n m u s i c trail lovers from across North trail event.

Carolina and beyond.

Other cool events include family yoga alongside the Ya d k i n R i v e r a n d t h e I n s a n e Terrain 5K race.

For a complete schedule and more information, go to www.NCTrailDays.com.

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Small Towns Create Big Memories

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pring is officially in full bloom which means there’s lots of buzz happening in the small towns of Wester n Rockingham County. When you stop by the towns of Madison, Mayodan, and Stoneville some of the first things you notice are the folks are friendly, the shops are inviting, and the taps and grills somehow speak to your soul.

Fr o m c a t h e a d b i s c u i t s t o craft brews and burgers, there is literally something for ever yone when you visit these quaint towns. Already have your belly full? The inviting and unique shops can help you with a little retail therapy. Looking to cool off and float your cares away? The multiple river outfitters can help you plan and navigate your trip.

Be sure to plan your visit around one of the amazing events lined up this spring/ summer for the ultimate Small Town USA experience in Western Rockingham County:

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April 30th from 10am – 9pm – “Spring into Madison” Festival April 30th from 12 noon – 4pm – Pony Day Cornhole Tournament in Madison April 30th from 6pm – 9pm – Brother’s Pearl Concert provided by the Mark Puckett Foundation May 5th from 6pm – 9pm - Cinco de Mayo Celebration in Madison May 6th and June 3rd from 6pm – 8pm – First Friday’s in Mayodan May 7th at 1pm – Stick Horse Derby Race in Madison July 16th from 4pm – 9pm – Beach’n’ BBQ in Madison

For more information and a complete list of event details, visit www. visitrockinghamcountync.com.

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Last Of The Mohicans 30th Anniversary Weekend

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isit Chimney Rock from the point of view of the L ast of the Mohicans as part of the 30th anniversar y reunion weekend this May. Back in 1992, Chimney Rock was covered with actors, film crew, makeup artists and more, acting out some of the final scenes of the L ast of the Mohicans, one of the biggest movies of that year. Travel back to the location 30 years later to lear n about the experience f r o m L e o n G o o d s t r i k e r, o n e of the extras in the film who experienced it all first hand.

The tour will start in downtown Morganton that morning at 9:30 where guests will ride in a coach to the state park with the actor and staff from the Burke County tourism office. Upon arrival, lunch will be ser ved and the Chimney Rock staff will talk about the park and information about the filming. A f ter lunch, guests will get a tour of the park through the Last of the Mohicans perspective before loading up the bus at 2:30 to return to Morganton.

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This will be a tour that fans of the movie, or of the park, will not want to miss. Tickets for the Chimney Rock excursion or any of the other festival activities visit mohicans.nctdm.com This event is part of the Last of the Mohicans 30th Anniversar y weekend Presented by Lake James Real Estate and put on

by Discover Burke County in Morganton, NC. Burke County, North Carolina has an adventure for everyone.

For more information about the above activities or more happening here, visit www. discoverburkecounty.com.

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Run For The Roses Live Kentucky Derby Event benefiting Help Inc. Center Against Violence/SquareOne

Saturday May 7, 2022 Wright Memorial Event Center 184 Slaydon Rd, Eden, NC Tickets $50 and include: event entry, appetizers, dinner and beverages, one glass of wine or beer, souvenir wine glass, and paddle for the live auction.

ENJOY SOUTHERN FARE appetizers and drinks with music by Ben and Elizabeth Crouch – CASH BAR LIVE AUCTION PACKAGE: Carolina Panthers, NC Destinations, Diamond Jewelry, Romantic Getaway

Doors Open at 5:00pm Live Derby at 6:57pm

DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY with the Tyler Millard Band LIVE HORSE GAMES! Support your favorite horse and the long-shot!

AWARDS! Best Dressed, Most Dapper, And Of Course The Best Derby Hat!

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Stokes ROCKS Springtime Views

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estled amid North Carolina’s scenic mountainous landscapes and beautiful beaches sits Stokes County, in the Piedmont region of the state.

Home to the towns of Danbur y and Walnut Cove, City of King, and many rural communities where southern hospitality of a wave or simple hello will make you feel right at home.

O n e o f t h e To p 1 0 s t a t e parks of North Carolina finds its home here, Hanging Rock, named for the rock out cropping projecting out from surrounding rock formations. The Sauratown Mountain range spans the county with vast beauty to explore: starting with the mountains themselves. Featuring scenic ridges, knobs and elevated vantage points, including Moore’s Knob, Moore’s Wall, Cook’s Wall, Wolf Rock, House Rock, and Hanging Rock to a cave like for mation, known as Tor y ’s Den.

views, and small mountain caves to explore.

Or, for the bravest adventurers, consider rock climbing along Cook’s Wall or Moore’s Wall. The climb takes you to an elevation of over 400 feet.

Visitors can end their day with a picnic along the trails, then settle into your tent or camper, as you sit by the campfire at one of the campsites or rustic cabins.

The campground offers a peaceful place to relax with family and friends during any season.

Experience the mighty Dan R i v e r f l o w i n g f r o m t h e n o r t hwest in Westfield at Jessup Mill Access, to southeast at Pine Hall Bridge Access. The Dan passes through the Sauratown range keeping waters cool and refreshing for kayaking, canoeing, or river tubing. In the northwestern section fishermen find pleasure at Jessup Mill or Harts Access, h e r e B r o w n Tr o u t a r e e a s i l y Because of the mountainous reeled in from their eastern most landscape, hiking is a fan-favor- native habitat. ite activity. More than 20 miles of wooded passageways for m Cutting diagonally across a network of trails at Hanging S t o k e s C o u n t y f o r n e a r l y 5 4 Rock State Park, including water- m i l e s , f r o m n o r t h w e s t t o t h e falls, high rock cliffs, beautiful Continued On Page 30

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3 Exciting Weekend Getaways This Spring In Gaston County

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ark your calendars and make your plans now to meet us in Gaston County for these three great events; Adventure Race and opening of the Boathouse in McAdenville, Tuck Fest at US National Whitewater Center and Red Bull UCI Pump Track World Championships with Bike Fest at George Poston Park. A great time will be had by all who make their way for these fun filled, outdoor experiences in Gaston County.

this beginner friendly scavenger hunt style event will task individuals and teams to collect as many pre-determined checkpoints as possible in the shortest amount of time. The fastest will be crowned the winner of the inaugural South Fork Sampler!

Opening of the Boathouse – The Boathouse on the South Fork River opens for its second year, renting kayaks, stand up paddleboards, and canoes as well as offering tours of the river. The Adventure Race & Boathouse Boathouse is a center for authentic Opening – April 1–3 outdoor experiences on the banks South Fork Sampler: Adven- of the South Fork River, the largest t u r e R a c e – H u m a n Po w e r e d tributary of the Catawba River.

Movement is thrilled to bring a brand-new Adventure Race to Tuck Fest – April 29 - May 1 our backyard in Gaston County Tuck Fest is a multi-day festival for participants of all skill levels that celebrates the outdoor lifestyle o n A p r i l 1 a n d 2 . T h e S o u t h through competitions, exhibitions, Fork Sampler will showcase the demos, and live music at the U.S. natural beauty and recreational National Whitewater Center. The o p t i o n s o f t h e r e g i o n w h i l e festival features a variety of outdoor raising money for the Catawba competitions that include trail Riverkeeper. running, kayaking, biking, climbing, stand-up paddleboarding, obstacles, Starting and finishing at The and adventure racing. In six years, Boathouse in McAdenville (formerly Tuck Fest has grown from 14,000 Catawba Riverkeeper’s Outfitter), attendees in 2013 to over 48,000

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attendees in 2019. Make your reser- Velosolutions Pump Tracks. Local vations now for the best and closest heroes and first time racers have places to stay for this event. the chance to battle it out against each other for the ultimate bragRed Bull – MAY 20 -22 ging rights and experience. Bring R e d B u l l U C I P u m p Tr a ck your BMX or Mountain Bike and Wo r l d C h a m p i o n s h i p s – Sur- join us for an awesome day of rounded by forest in a 344-acre competition and fun! park, George Poston Park plays host to the first USA Qualifier on B i k e Fe s t – G a s t o n C o u n t y the 2022 calendar on their tech- P a r k s & R e c r e a t i o n w i l l b e n i c a l a n d t i g h t Ve l o s o l u t i o n s hosting its annual BIKEFEST. Featuring DJ music, food trucks, beverages, local bike shop vendors, bike demos, trail rides, and so much more!

Pump Track. It’s a perfectly sized inverted symmetrical track ideal for head-to -head racing as well as straight-through riding. There are too many transitions to count and endless lines to keep you busy. This is the third qualifier for Gaston County in the series and it promises an immense day of racing.

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Make the most of Spring this year by making your way to Gaston County for these great events. For more ideas of things to do to complete your stay here and keep your eye on our upcoming events. Find the best places to eat and accommodations right here at GoGastonNC.org, the official Department of Tourism Development for Gaston County.

SPRING GUIDE GoGastonNC.org/spring-guide Gaston County Tourism Development 620 North Main Street Belmont, NC 28012 GoGastonNC.org

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MONROETON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL April 16 10am – 4pm 8081 US 158, Reidsville, NC

STOKESDALE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH April 23 10am – 4pm 8305 Loyola Dr., Stokesdale, NC

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May is Wine Festival Month in NC Wine Country

- Saturday, May 7 Budbreak Wine & Craft Beer Festival in Mount Airy

- Saturday, May 21 Yadkin Valley Wine Festival in Elkin

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Run Some Trails, Shoot Some Rounds

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ou will be in awe of the beauty of this course at Reeb Ranch in Hendersonville.

You’ll run a ~3 mile trail loop continuously for 6 or 12 hours passing by a spectacular waterfall, mountain creeks and a run through the vintage event barn every lap. Each loop boasts 400+ feet of elevation gain, it’s a good thing this course is so beautiful to distract you from the ups and downs of this impressive singletrack. This run is more than a run, it’s a full weekend experience.

Bring the family, settle in. You won’t want to leave.

Concealed Carry Class

This course will be 8 hours in the classroom with a 1-hour lunch break. Darian from Carr y On Concealed Training will lead the classroom. We recommend bringing your own gun and ammo, but if you do NOT have a gun or ammo we will provide one with a charge of $10 for 30 rounds. The class starts at 8 am and will end at 5 pm with a lunch break from 12-1. Plan on hanging out af ter the class for some craft beer and wine.

Reeb Ranch

315 Shoals Falls Road, Hendersonville, NC 28739 www.reebranch.com

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The Spring Craft Market In Valdese Is In Full Bloom

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lans for the Spring Craft Market are in full bloom as the Valdese Community Affairs Department has worked to accept a true variety of vendors offering unique handmade items and gifts. Taking place Saturday, April 30th from 9-4pm this outdoor event encourages the public to shop local and support area crafters and artisans. The event will be held at Temple Field behind the Old Rock School and will be a true way to kick off the outdoor event season for Valdese.

The event is proudly presented by the Historic Valdese Foundation in sponsorship with the Valdese Community Affairs Department. In 2021 in response to COVID-19, the involved organizations decided to move the show outdoors. The relocation created an outpouring of excitement and positivity for the event that could not be ignored by organizers. “ We hosted over 60 vendors in 2021 and saw a record number of attendees, estimated at over 1,000 shoppers. We look for ward to welcoming even more

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this year,” states Morrissa Angi, Director of Valdese Community Affairs.”

The 2022 Spring Market will feature items such as potter y, candles, natural bath/body products, jewelr y, apparel, handbags, baskets, home décor, yard art, toys, goat milk products, accessories, and even items for pets!

Admission is free and door prizes will be offered. In addition to crafts, this event will feature live music and concessions available for purchase. Plan to join us in Valdese and buy a true one of a kind gift for Mom this Mother ’s Day! More infor mation can be found at visitvaldese.com

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Spring Fun On Beech Mountain

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pril and May are off-season months in the resort town of Beech Mountain. But that doesn’t mean that there’s not quite a bit of fun to be had.

Saturday, April 30th is the date for the town’s second annual Beech Bloomin’ Craft Festival. This event will be held from 12 pm until 5 pm at the Buckeye Recreation Center, 1330 Pine Ridge Road, Beech Mountain, North Carolina.

What treasures will you find at the festival? L ocal and regional vendors will be selling a broad range of handmade crafts, including jewelr y, metal work, textiles, potter y, photography, soaps and more. A food truck will be on hand to provide you with the energy to shop, and live music will round out your day. This is an outdoor event but will be moved into the gym at the rec center if the weather doesn’t cooperate. For more information or to become a vendor, call the rec center at 828-387-3003.

Ru n . T h i s i s a f a m i l y - f r i e n d l y event, and teams of all sizes are welcome. Don’t worr y—serious competitors will be placed in a separate group from those seeking a more leisurely run through the mud. Prizes will be awarded, and long-sleeve T-shirts and headbands will be given to all who sign up.

The cost is $30 for adults and $20 for kids twelve and under. The two -hour event takes place on the Wild Iris Trail and starts at 10:00 am from the staging area on St. Andrews Road, in front of Fire Station # 2. Parking will be at the Beech Mountain Club on Clubhouse Road, and a shuttle will be provided.

What should you expect at a mud run? The unexpected, of course! The route includes more than twenty obstacles, with a fire jump, balance beams, rope climbs, and of course, mud pits. Do expect to have fun and get dirty; a rinsing station will be available at the finish line. To sign up for the event, go to runsignup.com and type “In The following Saturday, May Cold Mud” in the race search box.

7th, what is usually considered uncooperative weather will be For more information about this part of the fun, if it occurs—that’s experience or experiences visit: the date of Beech Mountain’s www.BeechMtn.com or call 828387-9283 for more information.

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Run For The Roses Live Kentucky Derby Event

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e are back, live and in person for the 13th Annual Run for the Roses Kentucky Derby Event on Saturday, May 7, 2022 at the Wright Memorial Event Center, 184 Slaydon Rd., Eden, NC. We are ver y excited to see everyone again. Our host and hostess for the evening will be Neville and Mel Hall.

Help Incorporated: Center Against Violence is a 501 (c) 3 serving victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and elder abuse in Rockingham County. All proceeds from this event to benefit the Help Incorporated SquareOne building fund.

There will be appetizers, dinner, drinks, cash bar, dancing to the Tyler

Millard band, live horse games, live auction with Bobby Wray Auctions, and of course we will watch the Kentucky Derby live at 6:57, the most exciting 2 minutes in sports! There will be awards for best dressed male, female and couple. So, get your hat and outfits ready! Each ticket holder will receive a souvenir wine glass and a bidding paddle.

Tickets are $50 and can be purchased from our resale shops, Nouveau Beginnings, 110 Murphy St., Madison, NC or New Beginnings Too, 653 Washington St., Eden, NC. Tickets are also available on runfortheroses. nctdm.com or by calling the Help Incorporated office at 336-342-3331.

Help us make a difference in our community!

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southeast losing about 500 feet in elevation as it goes. The Dan offers great outdoor recreation activities for boating, paddling, tubing, fishing and swimming.

But it pays to do your research, and to have a plan. Especially for transportation to get back to your starting point.) And yes, there are places on the Dan where Class I, II, & III rapids are found.

We e k e n d w a n d e r e r s w i l l find a calendar-filling list of new experiences close to home.

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Hop on hiking trails that lead to stunning vistas or flowing water falls. Sit back and relax with a glass of wine at a local vineyard. Or go shopping for arts and treasures you can only find here. Find local self-guided tours and itineraries, including a two day twelve stop points of interest at hangingrock.com The perfect mountain getaway, closer than you think. www.hangingrock.com

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Take out only. $5 dollar additional charge required for all new Duckworth’s growlers. Special price only applies to $9 growlers & 1 topping pizzas. Extra toppings ($1.75 each) & higher price growlers are available for an additional charge

www.duckworths.com

Ballantyne Rea Farms Mooresville Huntersville Uptown

Historic Rural Hill 4431 Neck Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078

www.ruralhill.net

Historic Rural Hill 4431 Neck Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078

www.ruralhill.net

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