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We Tell You Where To Go
The NC High Countryrsquos Dining DestinationSoar Like An Eagle With Tandem Hang Gliding In MorgantonSummer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson CollegeYadkin Valley Wine Country Emerges In Surry CountyGhostface Brewing
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A Very Deceiving Destination Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
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CatawbaValleyWineTrailcom828-433-6793
5 Wineries30 Mile Stretch of I-4040 Minutes from Asheville50 Minutes from Charlotte
Countless Reasons yoursquoll love it here
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We Tell You Where To Go
Published by PhotodudenetMarketing Manager Lisa JaySales Eric BeachContributing Writers Lisa Jay Craig Distl Kara Werts Teresa Blake Project 543Contributing Photographers Bill Russ PhotodudeARTcom Olivia Binstead Madison HedrickThe list of events in this publication is compiled from various sources dates amp times are tentative amp subject to change the Destination Magazinetrade is published by Photodudenet LLC 369 Dovefield Drive Summerfield NC 27358 (704) 706-2365 wwwtheDestinationMagcom copy2016 All rights reserved Photodudenet LLC Publisher Agents amp Advertisers do not necessarily condone any activities or advertisement listed in this magazine The Publisher and its officers employees agents volunteers and sponsors are not responsible for any loss or damage which might be associated with patronage of any party named in this publication and is not responsible for any Act of God such as inclement weather fire flood natural or man-made disaster etc that are out of the control of the Publisher which affect the publishing of this magazine
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We know we are on to something
Lisa amp Andy Jay
Publishers
Contents
DayTrip Destinations 6
A Very Deceiving Destination Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge 17
The NC High Countryrsquos Dining Destination 18
Soar Like An Eagle With Tandem Hang Gliding In Morganton 20
Summer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson College 21
Yadkin Valley Wine Country Emerges In Surry County 22
Ghostface Brewing 25
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We Tell you where to go Whether you are a long time resident or new to
the area yoursquoll find local amp regional events and dest inat ions in the Destination Magazinetrade that will have you saying ldquoI never knew that was thererdquo
The Destination Magazinetrade is not a historical document we will not write about spectacular events yoursquove 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 Magazinetrade
July 2016Issue 64
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Just down the road
Uptown Lexington amp Davidson County
Barbecue bull Shopping bull History Festivals bull NASCAR bull Hotels
Hiking bull Golf bull Antiques Boating bull Weekend Getaways wwwVisitLexingtonNCcom
ArtArtArtArtArt Wine
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DayTrip DestinationsMile High Fourth Of July Fr i July 1stndashMon 4th Beech Moun-t a i n amp B a n n e r E l k N C T h i s f i r s t - e v e r e v e n t c r e a t e s a n e x t e n d e d g e t a w a y w e e k e n d beg inn ing Fr iday Ju l y 1 and running through Monday rsquos July 4 t h h o l i d a y T h e t w o t o w n s known for coo l summer tem-peratures and warm hospital i ty a re exc i ted to co l labora te on an annual event in celebrat ion of our nat ionrsquos independence wwwMileHighFourthcom
30th Annual Christmas in July Festival Fr i Ju l y 1 s tndashSa t 2nd 2nd Ave Wes t Je f fe r son N C 2 8 6 9 4 Fr i d a y n i g h t f i n d s l ive music f rom 2 local bands p e r f o r m i n g a c o u n t r y b l u e -g r a s s a n d c l a s s i c r o c k m i x s t r e e t d a n c e amp f o o d v e n d o r s f rom 6-10pm Saturday br ings t h e f u l l f e s t i v a l t o l i f e f r o m 9 a m - 7 p m w i t h a r t s amp c r a f t s music acts featured al l day long p lay ing the bes t in b luegrass o ld t ime gospe l and count r y m u s i c c i v i l w a r r e e n a c t -ments food non-prof i t s k ids
act iv i t ies s t reet per formers a Christmas tree judging contest t ree ba i l ing compet i t ions and wreath making demonstrations wwwchr is tmasinjuly info
Art on the Greene Fr i J u l y 1stndashSun 3rd Historic Banner Elk School Azalea Cir Banner Elk NC 28604 Ar t on the Greene f e a t u r i n g q u a l i t y h a n d - m a d e ar ts and craf ts f rom select re-gional and national artisans Art on the Greene takes place Me-morial Day weekend the Fourth of July and Labor Day weekend The festivit ies include food ven-dors and other enter ta inment wwwbannerelkcom
37th Annual Festival for the Eno S a t J u l y 2 n d 1 0 a m ndash 6 p m 5101 N Roxboro Rd Durham NC 27704 One of the regionrsquos p r e m i e r I n d e p e n d e n c e D a y celebrations the event features m o r e t h a n 6 5 p e r f o r m e r s o n f o u r s t a g e s a j u r i e d c r a f t s h o w o f 8 0 r e g i o n a l a r t i s t s loca l ch ickens and bees and h a n d s - o n f e e t - w e t a c t i v i t i e s
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Destinationson the banks of the Eno River Sweetwater Brewing Company w i l l s p o n s o r a B e e r G a r d e n s i tuated on the lawn of the his-tor ic McCown-Mangum house wwwenoriverorg
Freedom Fest amp Fireworks M o n J u l y 4 t h 2 0 0 M a i n S t B r y s o n C i t y N C 2 8 7 1 3 O u r o l d - f a s h i o n e d s t r e e t f e s t i v a l b e g i n s w i t h a d e d i c a t i o n b y t h e l o c a l V F W Po s t a n d c o n t i n u e s w i t h g r e a t m u s i c t h r o u g h o u t t h e d a y T h e mus ic i s complemented by an amaz ing a r ray o f handcra f ted a r t s a n d a g r e a t c h i l d r e n rsquo s a c t i v i t i e s a r e a A n d d o n rsquo t fo rge t the PA WS dog show w a t e r m e l o n e a t i n g c o n t e s t
a n d h u l a h o o p o f f S t a y f o r the fu l l day o r re tu r n l a te r to e n j o y t h e h e a d l i n e r s h o w a t 8pm fo l lowed by a spec tacu -l a r f i r e w o r k s s h o w a t 1 0 p m wwwgrea t smok ies com
For t Braggrsquos 4th of July Celebrat ion M o n J u l y 4 t h M a i n Po s t Pa r a d e F i e l d 1 1 - 2 5 C a p r o n S t F o r t B r a g g N C 2 8 3 0 7 A c t i v i t i e s i n c l u d e s o m e o f t o d a y rsquo s h o t t e s t m u s i c a l a c t s p a r a c h u t e f r e e - f a l l d e m o n s t r a t i o n s t h e p o p u l a r f l a g c e r e m o n y f i r e w o r k s a n d f o o d a n d b e v e r a g e s A t t e n d e e s a r e e n c o u r a g e d t o a r r i v e e a r l y d u e t o h e a v y t r a f f i c f l o w w w w b r a g g a r m y m w r c o m
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I ndependenc e D ay Ce l -ebration at Old Salem Mon J u l y 4 t h 9 0 0 O l d S a l e m R d W i n s t o n - S a l e m N C 2 7 1 0 1 E n j o y 4 t h o f J u l y f e s t i v i t i e s a t t h e s i t e o f t h e n a t i o n rsquo s f i r s t o f f i c i a l I n d e p e n d e n c e D a y C e l e b r a t i o n O l d S a l e m Museums amp Gardens A na tu -ra l izat ion ceremony hands- on a c t i v i t i e s h i s t o r i c M o r a v i a n t rad i t ions and pat r io t ic music a l l welcome family and f r iends to the historic distr ict of Salem wwwoldsalemorg
Annual 4th of July Celebra-tion at the Orchard Mon July 4 th 1025 Or chard Rd Sp r uce Pine NC 28777 Free music from 11-430 Admission for the meal is a dish to share large enough for your party with some extra for the music ians who wi l l be enterta ining al l day In place of the covered d i sh gues t s may pay $12 per meal The Orchard provides fresh barbecue water i c e d t e a a n d p a p e r g o o d s wwwal tapassorchardcom
61st Annual Grandfather Mountain Highland Games amp Gathering of the Clans Thu July 7thndashSun 10th MacRae M e a d o w s 2 2 1 L i n v i l l e A v e L inv i l le NC 28646 Grab your k i l t Brawny ath le tes de l icate d a n c e r s b a g p i p e b a n d s parades rock ing Cel t ic music a n d a s p e c t a c u l a r h i g h l a n d s e t t i n g m a k e t h i s c o l o r f u l celebrat ion of Scot t ish cul ture t h e b e s t h i g h l a n d g a m e s i n America Vis i t the her i tage tent
to research your family tree and then head to the merchant tents to f ind your fami ly tar tan Set up your lawn chair bes ide the rev iewing s tand to watch the p a r a d e s g o b y o r s e t t l e i n t o the Ce l t i c Groves and g roove to rock lsquonrsquo ro l l wi th bagpipes Watch men toss telephone pole s i z e d c a b e r s e n d o v e r e n d lad ies k ick up the i r k i l t s wi th a h i g h l a n d f l i n g a n d b o r d e r co l l i e s he rd sheep wi th keen precis ion wwwgmhgorg
15th Annual NC Blackberry Festival Fr i J u l y 8 t h ndash S a t 9 t h Lenoir NC There isnrsquot anything tha t says summer be t te r than b l a c k b e r r i e s J o i n u s f o r o u r f e s t i v a l t o e n j o y t h e s m e l l s and taste of blackber r ies when o u r s c r u m p t i o u s b l a c k b e r r y c o b b l e r i s s e r v e d a f t e r o u r Wor ld rsquos L arges t Pa tchwork o f B l a c k b e r r y C o b b l e r P a r a d e ( w h i l e t h e y l a s t ) We a l s o have the Blackberr y 5K and Fun Run for you athlet ic types and Pa r k i n rsquo L o t P i c k i n g c o n t e s t s for you music lovers Enter in the blackber r y recipe contest reg is ter your young- in for the B l a c k b e r r y P r i n c e s s Pa g e a n t c h a l l e n g e y o u r s e l f i n o u r B l a c k b e r r y e a t i n g c o n t e s t s o r b r i n g y o u r i n s t r u m e n t a n d b e a c o n t e s t a n t i n t h e Pa r k i n g L o t P i c k i n rsquo c o n t e s t NCBlackber r yFest iva l com
Myrarsquos Classic amp Antique Car Cruise-In F r i J u l y 8 t h 6 p m ndash 9 p m Va l d e s e N C H e l d ever y Fr iday night at 6pm you
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a n d y o u r f a m i l y w i l l b e a b l e t o s e e a u n i q u e s e l e c t i o n o f the f inest c lass ic cars around wwwtownofvaldesecom
Coon Dog Day Festival Sa t July 9th E Main St Saluda NC 28773 A fest ive atmosphere ev-er ywhere in Saluda good food a b o u n d s a r t s amp c r a f t s a r e a and chi ldrenrsquos play Al l begins w i t h t h e C o o n D o g P a r a d e t h r o u g h d o w n t o w n a t n o o n T h e r e w i l l b e l o t s o f m u s i c per formed throughout Main St wwwsaludacom
Fine Art amp Master Crafts Fes t i va l F r i J u l y 1 5 t h ndash S a t 1 6 t h H i s t o r i c B a n n e r E l k
Elementar y School 185 Azalea Cir SE Banner Elk NC 28604 T h e j u r i e d f e s t i v a l h a s b e e n ser v ing the community with a unique ar ray of ar t for over 24 years and the combinat ion o f l imited part ic ipants and proper atmosphere has contr ibuted to the con t inued success o f the event wwwaver ycountycom
Rural Hill Food Truck Rally Fr i Ju l y 15 th 4pmndash8pm Rura l Hil l Nature Preser ve 4431 Neck Road Huntersv i l le NC 28078 A l l ages a re inv i ted to a t tend and check out the g rea t food that can be found in our local food t rucks Admiss ion to the Ral ly i s f ree but food pr ic ing
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Taproom HoursThu amp Fri 4-10
Sat 2-10Sun 12-8
19507 W Catawba Ave Cornelius NC | Baynebrewcom
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wi l l var y per t r uck menu and the re i s a $5 pa rk ing f ee pe r vehic le wwwruralhi l l net
20th Annual Chalk It Up Sat July 16th 9amndash4pm S Main S t Hendersonv i l le NC 28792 Chalk I t Up is a s idewalk chalk a r t c o n t e s t t h a t rsquo s f u n f o r t h e y o u n g a t h e a r t a n d c h i l d r e n o f a l l ages The s idewa lks o f H i s t o r i c D o w n t o w n H e n d e r -sonvi l le become the canvas for 150 ar t is ts of a l l ages drawing for pr izes and fun I t i s sa id to b e o n e o f t h e l a r g e s t o n e o f the oldest and largest chalk ar t con tes t s in the na t ion V iew-i n g l a s t s u n t i l t h e n e x t r a i n wwwnarniastudioscom
Old Town Cornelius Jazz Festival Sa t Ju l y 16 th 4pm - 9pm Smi thv i l l e Park 19710 S Fer r y St Cornel ius NC 28031 Th is landmark event wi l l f ea -tu re some o f the a rea rsquo s mos t ear thy sou l fu l unpred ic tab le i m p r o v i s e r s o n o n e s t a g e Act iv i t ies include -S i lent Auc-t ion -Food Tr uck Court -L ocal C r a f t B r e w e r i e s A s s C l o w n B r e w i n g B a y n e B r e w i n g amp
D9 Brewing -L i ve Pa in t ing by Jus t in R Chr i s tenber y -L oca l Ar t i sans -K id Zone sponsored b y L a k e N o r m a n Y M C A wwwfbcomblovechar lot te
Mayberry Cool Cars amp Rods Cruise-In Sat July 16th 4pmndash8pm 200 N Main St Mt Air y NC 27030 The cruise-in takes place on the th i rd Sa turday o f each m o n t h f e a t u r i n g m u s i c f r o m WSYD 1300AM wi th 50s 60s and 70s oldies and classic cars on both sides of the road Bring y o u r c l a s s i c c a r i f y o u w a n t to par t ic ipate and ar r ive ear ly for the best spot on the s t reet wwwmountair ydowntownorg
12th Annual Sunday Bash Sun July 17th 12pmndash5pm Ti l ley Harley-Davidson 1226 Morland D r S t a t e s v i l l e N C 2 8 6 7 7 A s a lways 100 of the proceeds f r o m t h i s e v e n t g o t o t h e V ic tor y Junc t ion Gang Camp We rsquo l l h a v e t h e B o b K a r n e y C a l e n d a r G i r l s h e r e L a k e N o r m a n H o o t e r s G i r l s B i k e Wash L ancaster rsquos BBQ Annarsquos Sweet Treats and Ronniersquos Bike Show Keeping us rocking wi l l
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UNIQUELY CRAFTED BEERS
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be the Par t T ime Blues Band wwwt i l leyhdcom
33rd Folkmoot Festival Thu Ju ly 21s tndashSun 31s t N Main S t Wa y n e s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 8 6 W i t h dozens o f per fo r mances he ld dur ing two weeks by hundreds of world dancers and musicians f rom nine countr ies Folkmoot b r i n g s t h e w o r l d rsquo s d i v e r s e cultures together Sharing tradi-t ions and learning about people a r o u n d t h e w o r l d h a s n e v e r been more exci t ing and enter -t a in ing En joy pe r fo r man c e s workshops the Parade of Na-t ions and meet the per formers wwwFolkmootUSA org
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Antique Car Restoration
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Custom Motorcycles
Chassis Fabrication
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Mooresville NC 704 363 0722704 363 0722107 Uppercrest Dr 28117
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20930 Torrence Chapel Rd Cornelius Just west of I-77 exit 28
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USA Masters Games Thu July 21stndashSun 31st 1921 W Gate City B l v d G r e e n s b o r o N C 2 7 4 0 3 C o m e j o i n u s i n G r e e n s b o r o for the inaugural USA Masters G a m e s T h e g a m e s m a r k t h e l a u n c h o f a n e w m u l t i - s p o r t e v e n t f o r c o m p e t i t i v e a d u l t a t h l e t e s a g e s 2 1 a n d o v e r T h e U SA M a s t e r s G a m e s w i l l provide both a ldquonat ional-cham-p i o n s h i p - l e v e l rdquo c o m p e t i t i v e exper ience in each sport and a fun enter ta in ing env i ronment c o n d u c i v e t o m e e t i n g a n d socia l iz ing with fe l low Masters a th le tes f rom across the U S a n d o t h e r c o u n t r i e s o f t h e w o r l d ndash a S p o r t s Fe s t i v a l f o r Masters athletes and fans The USA Masters Games wil l feature Opening Ceremonies C los ing Ceremonies n ight ly enter ta in-m e n t a n d a G a m e s V i l l a g e wwwusamastersgamescom
WNC BBQ Fest iva l 2016 ndashSmokinrsquo in the Valley Fr i July 2 2 n d ndash S a t 2 3 r d M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 W i t h u p t o 4 0 c o o k e r s t h i s i s a Barbecue (BBQ) Cooking Competit ion amp K ansas City BBQ Soc ie ty Sanc t ioned event On Fr i d a y n i g h t t h e r e i s a l o c a l res taurant compet i t ion where you can be the judge Saturday a f t e r n o o n v i s i t t h e ldquo Ta s t i n rdquo Ten trdquo to sample compet i to r s rsquo entr ies Dai ly features inc lude a r t s amp c r a f t s a k i d s c o r n e r e n t e r t a i n m e n t amp b e v e r a g e sales including beer and wine wwwmaggieval leyorg
Je r don Mou nt a i n C h a l -lenge Sat Ju ly 23rd Mounta in Gateway Museum 24 Water St O ld For t NC 28762 War m-up t o t h e O R A M M o r j u s t c o m e out and r ide a 24-mi le course that doesnrsquo t have you r id ing in c i r c l e s T h i s i s b a c k - c o u n t r y r a c i n g a t i t s f i n e s t w i t h a shorter course and s t i l l a l l the a m e n i t i e s o f a l o n g d i s t a n c e endurance race This race wi l l run the same course as the ever popular Off Road Assault on Mt Mitchel l but wil l end before the f a m e d c l i m b u p C u r t i s C r e e k Road to the B lue R idge Park -way The race wi l l s t i l l tack le 3000rsquo of cl imbing more than 24 mi les as you hi t some ORAMM h i g h l i g h t s l i k e O l d H i g h w a y 7 0 K i t s u m a S t a r G a p a n d Ja r re t t C reek Ce lebra te w i th a h u g e a f t e r p a r t y c o m p l e t e w i t h p a s t a s a l a d f e a s t N e w B e l g i u m B e e r a n d S h a n n o n Ridge Wine on the picturesque G a t e w a y M u s e u m g r o u n d s wwwbluer idgeadventuresnet
Militia Muster at Fort Dobbs Sa t Ju l y 23 rd 438 For t Dobbs R d S t a t e s v i l l e N C 2 8 6 2 5 A l l m a l e s a g e s 1 6 - 6 0 w e r e r e q u i r e d b y l a w t o s e r v e i n North Carol inarsquos mi l i t ia dur ing t h e Fr e n c h a n d I n d i a n Wa r These c iv i l ians would gather at appointed t imes during the year t o p r a c t i c e m i l i t a r y d r i l l a n d could be used to quickly form an army for defense at t imes of invas ion His tor ic in terpreters representing the Rowan County m i l i t i a w i l l o f f e r o n - g o i n g
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displays of mi l i tar y camp l i fe as wel l as featured musket and cannon f i r ing demonstrat ions wwwfortdobbsorg
K-9s In Flight Sat July 23rdndashSun 31st 300 Tweets ie Rai l road Rd B lowing Rock NC 28605 Don rsquo t miss these h igh -energy p e r f o r m a n c e s s h o w c a s i n g a team of dynamic dogs in acro -bat ic f reesty le rout ines These dogs have dazz led aud iences nat ionwide a t ha l f t ime shows and on te lev is ion Fi rs t -come f i r s t - s e r v e d s e a t i n g S h o w t imes at 11am 1pm and 3pm each day wwwtweets ie com
Euro Automobile Show at Raffaldini Vineyards S u n
J u l y 2 4 t h 1 2 p m ndash 4 p m 4 5 0 G r o c e R d R o n d a N C 2 8 6 7 0 Representat ives wi l l be on-s i te t o d i s c u s s t h e s p e e d s t y l e a n d b e a u t y o f e a c h v e h i c l e Cars provided by Foreign Cars I t a l i a F i a t o f t h e Tr i a d a n d more inc lud ing Fe r ra r i F i a t M a s e r a t i a n d L a m b o r g h i n i wwwRaf fa ld ini com
Hillbilly Jam 2016 Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S a t 3 0 t h M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 T h i s a n n u a l a l l - d a y m u s i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s w e s t e r n N o r t h C a r o l i n a a n d A p p a l a -c h i a rsquo s r i c h m u s i c a l h i s t o r y and the her i tage of moonshine m a k i n g C o m e o n o u t a n d
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RUSTIC - Craft BeerPiano - Cigars
Wine - GiftsGourmet Snacks
200-400 North Harbor Place - Davidson NC 7042373629wwwLakeNormanCottagecomNext to North Harbor Club on the water off of exit 30 I-77
LAKE NORMANON THE WATER
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h a v e a h i l l b i l l y g o o d t i m e wwwhi l lb i l lywoodstockcom
Hickor y Fur n i t ure Ma r t Furniture Festival amp Clear-ance Sale Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S u n 3 1 s t 2 2 2 0 U S H w y 7 0 S E Hickor y NC 28602 Live art isan d e m o n s t r a t i o n s a n d d i s p l a y s wi l l be se t up throughout the Mart and shoppers wi l l be able to in teract wi th f ine fur n i ture c r a f t s m e n a n d a r t i s a n s f r o m o u r r e g i o n Yo u rsquo l l a l s o f i n d t remendous sav ings and mark d o w n s o n f u r n i t u r e p i e c e s ins ide each showroom Many i tems are heavi ly discounted to make room for fa l l inventor ies Customize any furni ture order based on your speci f ic needs wwwhickor yfurni turecom
D o w n t o w n A s h e b o r o rsquo s P i gs amp Peda ls Weekend Fr i A u g u s t 5 t h ndash S a t 6 t h 1 1 5 S Faye t t ev i l l e S t Asheboro NC 27203 A K ansas Ci ty Barbeque S o c i e t y ( K C B S ) s a n c t i o n e d barbecue cooking competi t ion a f a s t - p a c e d c r i t e r i u m b i k e r a c e o p e n t o a m a t e u r s a n d pro fess iona l s a beer ga rden a n d l o c a l b a n d s t h r o u g h o u t the event Food and fun- f i l led act iv i t ies for the ent i re family wwwpigsandpedals com
60th Annual Mt Mitchell Craf ts Fa ir F r i A u g u s t 5 t h 9amndashSat 6th 5pm Town Square B u r n s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 1 4 W i t h a p p r o x i m a t e l y 2 0 0 j u r i e d c r a f t s t h i s e v e n t m o r e t h a n qua l i f i es as a c ra f t shopper rsquo s
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Online scheduling wwwtcornishlawcom
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Huntersville NC 28078
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A Very Deceiving Destination Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
This is going to be such an awesome weekend That was the thought running through
my mind when I turned into Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge I may have been in an exceptional frame of mind from the relaxing drive to historic Plumtree North Carolina Plumtree is between Spruce Pine and Banner Elk No matter where you are departing from the last 30 minutes of your drive will take you through tree covered roads along fast moving mountain rivers amp streams
C leve amp Robin Young were exploring Western North Carolina with their daughter Lindsay and sons Cleveland William and Philip when Cleve stopped to check out the abandoned TB Vance General Store built in 1919 With much love and patience the ongoing restoration project is the operational center for the Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
The name is very deceiving to be more accurate it would have to be ldquoBlind Squirrel Brewery Lodge Bed amp Breakfast Zip Line Camping Tubing Cabin Rental Ciderworks Trout Fishing Farming Retreat Restaurant Disk Golf Event Space amp Banquet Hallrdquo
The hear t of B l ind Squir re l Brewer y amp Lodge is the ldquoLodge Familyrdquo You will not meet a single employee during your visit While the Youngrsquos own the property each person at the resort takes ownership and great pride in the vision of what Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge has the potential to become
I did have an awesome weekend Experiencing chef prepared locally grown farm to fork meals a zip line canopy tour relaxing on the porch outside the tasting room hiking to a waterfall dining along the river finding out how bad I am at disc golf did I mention the tasting room
Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge 4716 South US Hwy 19E Plumtree NC 28664
wwwblindsquirrelbrewerycom Phone 828-765-2739
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The NC High Countryrsquos Dining Destination
Banner Elk is the culinary hot spot of the North Carolina H i g h C o u n t r y W h e t h e r
yoursquore looking for a five-star meal to mark a special occasion a hearty sandwich after a day in the great outdoors or fresh sushi in a casual setting this townrsquos thriving food scene has something to offer
And summer is the perfect time to visit Banner Elk Although itrsquos just over two hours from Charlotte the resort town sits at an altitude of more than 3700 feet providing a respi te f rom the heat of the flatlands
I f y o u w a n t a t a s t e o f t h e mountains donrsquot leave without ordering fresh trout Have it for dinner at long-time favorite Banner Elk Cafe The location also houses The Lodge Espresso Bar and Eatery which has a coffeehouse vibe
After spending an af ternoon hiking or biking on nearby on Beech Mountain or Grandfather Mountain stop into Dunnrsquos Deli to refuel This New York-style deli serves mile-high clubs tuna melts and cheese-s teak sandwiches Wash it all down with a cold draft
Award-winning Cajun cuisine is available in an upscale setting at L ouis iana Purchase Food amp Spirits or check out the Bayou
Smokehouse and Grill for a more casual experience
The Pa in ted Fi sh i s known for pu t t ing a un ique twis t on recognizable dishes The menu varies from pastas ahi tuna and curried scallops to bacon chicken and southern style trout
Banner Elkrsquos premier dining experience belongs to Artisanal This elegant restaurant located i n a r e f u r b i s h e d b a r n w a s recently named one of the Top 100 restaurants in the US by O p e n Ta b l e c o m A r t i s a n a l rsquo s menu rotates regular ly to take a d v a n t a g e o f f a r m t o t a b l e ingredients and the ambience is second to none
And donrsquot skip breakfast while yoursquore in town Dunnrsquos Deli Banner Elk Cafe and SisterLees Cafeacute all serve great day-starters SisterLees is especially known for Belgian waffles stuffed crepes and scratch-made biscuits
For visitor details and a complete list of restaurants go to wwwBannerElkcom or call toll free 844-824-6777
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Thermal Valley Hang Gliding an instruction-based hang gliding experience based at Foothills
Regional Airport near Morganton hopes to re-ignite a sport that was widely popular in the 1970s
Owners Craig and Laura Pearson have operated the business since 2011 They use a tandem hang glider towed by a light sport aircraft to give instructional flights that range in height from 1500 feet up to 5000 feet and range in duration from 12-20 minutes Craig Pearson a certified glider pilot and 25-year veteran is strapped in a tandem harness with each student
ldquoWe have ground school for 15 minutes before they fly and while they are flying we teach them how to use the gliderrdquo said Laura Pearson ldquoIf a person just wants to experience it and see the scenery that is totally okay Wersquore still going to give them a lesson but theyrsquore not required to do anything strenuous or hard They are able to ride along and enjoy it
ldquoItrsquos a way that families can share a memorable experience and walk away with a positive feeling for hang gliding The whole process
has become more scientific and safer than those days in the 1970s and thatrsquos what we want people to understandrdquo
ldquoYou have to go to the Outer Banks or to Lookout Mountain in Tennessee to get tow flights like we are offeringrdquo says Laura Pearson ldquoOur situation is ideal because we get a tow and fly the hang gliders in a lot of different weather patterns whereas mountain pilots always have to have a prevail ing wind coming at themrdquo
Customers wishing to become a hang gl ider pi lot are eagerly welcomed at Thermal Valley
ldquoOur whole goal is to re-ignite the passion for hangliding in this areardquo says Craig Pearson ldquoThirty years ago there were probably more than 100 hang glider pilots in these mountains Now therersquos just a handfulrdquo
Soar Like an Eagle with Tandem Hang Gliding in Morganton
Participants must be 18 years old weigh less than 235 pounds and be 6rsquo3rdquo or shorter For details call 828-292-8289 or visit wwwthermalvalleynet
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Summer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson College
Summit Coffeersquos second loca-tion The Outpost at Davidson College is greeting summer
and the community with loads of hospitality and a farm to table menu for their special dinners and brunches The Outpost opened in 2013 in a beautifully repurposed fraternity building on campus It houses a pub coffee bar cafe and social spot for students during the school year
While the students are away for a few months a new concept of offering special events and dinners that are open to the public was born It has been a collaborative effort by Courtney Spear the director of food and Brooke Basinger The Outpost manager that has given life to this idea and together they have created all of the creative menu items The ingredients are sourced as locally as possible which means the menu will change based on what is seasonally available each week They personally visit Barbee Farms and Big Oak Farm in Cabar-rus County the Davidson Farmerrsquos
Market and Davidson Collegersquos own 3+ acre farm to select the freshest items each week The college farm which is managed by Theresa Allen uses organic non GMO seeds and no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides
The Outpos t i s the second location for Summit Coffee ownersbrothers Brian and Tim Helfrich both Davidson College graduates and Tom their father The original Summit was opened in 1998 in a 100 year old building located on Main St in Davidson In addition to the weekly dinners and brunches at The Outpost a wine dinner featuring Tuck Beckstoffer wines is scheduled for July 23rd and a beer dinner with Wicked Weed Brewery from Asheville is on August 20th
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The Outpost is located at 120 Patterson Circle Davidson NC 28035
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Just over a decade since the Yadkin Valley was designated an American Viticultural Area the
appellation continues to emerge as a premier wine region for the East Coast
Nowhere is that more evident than Surry County Located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley Surry and its affiliated wineries account for nearly half of Valleyrsquos more than 40 wineries
One of Surry Countyrsquos newest wineries is Adagio Vineyards Adagio chose its location in Elkin co-owner Tim Wahl says because itrsquos in the ldquoheart of North Carolina wine country with excellent growing conditions especially the foothills where we grow the grapesrdquo
Such comments are music to the ears of Charlie and Ed Shelton two brothers who came home to Surry County from Charlotte about 17 years ago with a vision to plant grape vines to grow the arearsquos economy
The Sheltons opened Shelton Vineyards in 1999 and spearheaded the push to get a federal AVA designation which was awarded in 2003
One of the things that encouraged the brothers was the geographic location of the Yadkin Valley home to elevations and growing seasons favorable for vineyards
ldquoThe soil conditions here are very idealrdquo says Charlie Shelton ldquoOur soil conditions are almost identical to Burgundy Francerdquo
Louis Jeroslow winemaker at Elkin Creek Vineyards echoes that statement
The Yadkin Valley is very much like Old World Europe Itrsquos l ike stepping into France and Spain and Italy right here in the foothills of North Carolinardquo says Jeroslow ldquoItrsquos actually very ancient topography The Appalachian Mountains are as old as the Himalayas but the soil is very much like Tuscany our latitude is in line with Sicily and our climate is most of all like Bordeaux Our vineyard practices in the region are modeled after Bordeauxrdquo
Winemaking has always been a passion for North Carolina native Jason Wiseman That passion led him
Yadkin Valley Wine Country Emerges In Surry County
photo by Travis Dove
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to the Napa Valley in the early 2000s but the emergence of the Yadkin Valley brought him home to Brushy Mountain Winery in 2006
ldquoWe started to see promise in the wine industry Small boutique wineries opened up and we saw these small guys making fantastic winesrdquo Wiseman explains ldquoAt that point I knew my directionrdquo
The traditional-style grapes that grow well in the Yadkin Valley are Merlot Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Sangiovese Chardonnay Riesling Viognier Sauvignon Blanc and Petit Verdot
For info on winerieswine tourism in Surry County go to wwwYadkinValleyNCcom
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Ghostface Brewing
North Carolinians have always enjoyed trips to Mooresville either for a lazy day on the
lake to explore the of history of stock car racing or to take a short jaunt back to the 50rsquos down the colloquial Main Street In addition to the usual favorite activities Ghostface Brewing is a fresh destination that is rapidly making its way up the townrsquos lsquomust dorsquo bucket list Itrsquos a new business amidst the charming antique side of the city but it pays homage to itrsquos history by proudly sporting old bricks and beams collected from the original on-site structure In fact if you pay the brewery a visit and inevitably enjoy yourself you can buy one of the bricks and have your name permanently affixed to walls of this unique establishment Of course the part industrial part medieval style of this watering hole is not itrsquos number one claim to excite the masses- people are rushing to Ghostface for the beer
With over 20 brews on tap there is something to entice every beer lover from every part of the state The brew masters are at the hop-helm every single day working on new and diverse drafts to insure
that the beer menu never gets stale The breweryrsquos flagship beers like the cleverly named Reapercussions IPA and the Caliginous Bourbon Barrel Stout are impressive enough to stand alone on the taps but they also have a great selection of guest drafts to add variety Ciders mead wine and gluten-reduced beers are also constantly offered to delight all of the gluten-sensitive Lake Norman destination seekers
The except ional aspects o f Ghostface Brewing seem to pile on endlesslyhellip (Did I mention that they always have two nitro drafts on tap) It is absolutely worth an outing to Mooresville to enjoy a Cuddyrsquos Irish Red over a game of cornhole Lastly if you make it to Ghostface and decide that you donrsquot want to leave Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie
Kara Werts
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Ghostface Brewing 427 East Statesville Ave Suite 100 Mooresville NC 28115 wwwghostfacebrewingcom
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131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
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going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
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Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
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38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
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Countless Reasons yoursquoll love it here
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We Tell You Where To Go
Published by PhotodudenetMarketing Manager Lisa JaySales Eric BeachContributing Writers Lisa Jay Craig Distl Kara Werts Teresa Blake Project 543Contributing Photographers Bill Russ PhotodudeARTcom Olivia Binstead Madison HedrickThe list of events in this publication is compiled from various sources dates amp times are tentative amp subject to change the Destination Magazinetrade is published by Photodudenet LLC 369 Dovefield Drive Summerfield NC 27358 (704) 706-2365 wwwtheDestinationMagcom copy2016 All rights reserved Photodudenet LLC Publisher Agents amp Advertisers do not necessarily condone any activities or advertisement listed in this magazine The Publisher and its officers employees agents volunteers and sponsors are not responsible for any loss or damage which might be associated with patronage of any party named in this publication and is not responsible for any Act of God such as inclement weather fire flood natural or man-made disaster etc that are out of the control of the Publisher which affect the publishing of this magazine
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We know we are on to something
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Contents
DayTrip Destinations 6
A Very Deceiving Destination Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge 17
The NC High Countryrsquos Dining Destination 18
Soar Like An Eagle With Tandem Hang Gliding In Morganton 20
Summer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson College 21
Yadkin Valley Wine Country Emerges In Surry County 22
Ghostface Brewing 25
the
We Tell you where to go Whether you are a long time resident or new to
the area yoursquoll find local amp regional events and dest inat ions in the Destination Magazinetrade that will have you saying ldquoI never knew that was thererdquo
The Destination Magazinetrade is not a historical document we will not write about spectacular events yoursquove 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 Magazinetrade
July 2016Issue 64
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Just down the road
Uptown Lexington amp Davidson County
Barbecue bull Shopping bull History Festivals bull NASCAR bull Hotels
Hiking bull Golf bull Antiques Boating bull Weekend Getaways wwwVisitLexingtonNCcom
ArtArtArtArtArt Wine
EventsHistory
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DayTrip DestinationsMile High Fourth Of July Fr i July 1stndashMon 4th Beech Moun-t a i n amp B a n n e r E l k N C T h i s f i r s t - e v e r e v e n t c r e a t e s a n e x t e n d e d g e t a w a y w e e k e n d beg inn ing Fr iday Ju l y 1 and running through Monday rsquos July 4 t h h o l i d a y T h e t w o t o w n s known for coo l summer tem-peratures and warm hospital i ty a re exc i ted to co l labora te on an annual event in celebrat ion of our nat ionrsquos independence wwwMileHighFourthcom
30th Annual Christmas in July Festival Fr i Ju l y 1 s tndashSa t 2nd 2nd Ave Wes t Je f fe r son N C 2 8 6 9 4 Fr i d a y n i g h t f i n d s l ive music f rom 2 local bands p e r f o r m i n g a c o u n t r y b l u e -g r a s s a n d c l a s s i c r o c k m i x s t r e e t d a n c e amp f o o d v e n d o r s f rom 6-10pm Saturday br ings t h e f u l l f e s t i v a l t o l i f e f r o m 9 a m - 7 p m w i t h a r t s amp c r a f t s music acts featured al l day long p lay ing the bes t in b luegrass o ld t ime gospe l and count r y m u s i c c i v i l w a r r e e n a c t -ments food non-prof i t s k ids
act iv i t ies s t reet per formers a Christmas tree judging contest t ree ba i l ing compet i t ions and wreath making demonstrations wwwchr is tmasinjuly info
Art on the Greene Fr i J u l y 1stndashSun 3rd Historic Banner Elk School Azalea Cir Banner Elk NC 28604 Ar t on the Greene f e a t u r i n g q u a l i t y h a n d - m a d e ar ts and craf ts f rom select re-gional and national artisans Art on the Greene takes place Me-morial Day weekend the Fourth of July and Labor Day weekend The festivit ies include food ven-dors and other enter ta inment wwwbannerelkcom
37th Annual Festival for the Eno S a t J u l y 2 n d 1 0 a m ndash 6 p m 5101 N Roxboro Rd Durham NC 27704 One of the regionrsquos p r e m i e r I n d e p e n d e n c e D a y celebrations the event features m o r e t h a n 6 5 p e r f o r m e r s o n f o u r s t a g e s a j u r i e d c r a f t s h o w o f 8 0 r e g i o n a l a r t i s t s loca l ch ickens and bees and h a n d s - o n f e e t - w e t a c t i v i t i e s
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Destinationson the banks of the Eno River Sweetwater Brewing Company w i l l s p o n s o r a B e e r G a r d e n s i tuated on the lawn of the his-tor ic McCown-Mangum house wwwenoriverorg
Freedom Fest amp Fireworks M o n J u l y 4 t h 2 0 0 M a i n S t B r y s o n C i t y N C 2 8 7 1 3 O u r o l d - f a s h i o n e d s t r e e t f e s t i v a l b e g i n s w i t h a d e d i c a t i o n b y t h e l o c a l V F W Po s t a n d c o n t i n u e s w i t h g r e a t m u s i c t h r o u g h o u t t h e d a y T h e mus ic i s complemented by an amaz ing a r ray o f handcra f ted a r t s a n d a g r e a t c h i l d r e n rsquo s a c t i v i t i e s a r e a A n d d o n rsquo t fo rge t the PA WS dog show w a t e r m e l o n e a t i n g c o n t e s t
a n d h u l a h o o p o f f S t a y f o r the fu l l day o r re tu r n l a te r to e n j o y t h e h e a d l i n e r s h o w a t 8pm fo l lowed by a spec tacu -l a r f i r e w o r k s s h o w a t 1 0 p m wwwgrea t smok ies com
For t Braggrsquos 4th of July Celebrat ion M o n J u l y 4 t h M a i n Po s t Pa r a d e F i e l d 1 1 - 2 5 C a p r o n S t F o r t B r a g g N C 2 8 3 0 7 A c t i v i t i e s i n c l u d e s o m e o f t o d a y rsquo s h o t t e s t m u s i c a l a c t s p a r a c h u t e f r e e - f a l l d e m o n s t r a t i o n s t h e p o p u l a r f l a g c e r e m o n y f i r e w o r k s a n d f o o d a n d b e v e r a g e s A t t e n d e e s a r e e n c o u r a g e d t o a r r i v e e a r l y d u e t o h e a v y t r a f f i c f l o w w w w b r a g g a r m y m w r c o m
Continued On Page 8
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I ndependenc e D ay Ce l -ebration at Old Salem Mon J u l y 4 t h 9 0 0 O l d S a l e m R d W i n s t o n - S a l e m N C 2 7 1 0 1 E n j o y 4 t h o f J u l y f e s t i v i t i e s a t t h e s i t e o f t h e n a t i o n rsquo s f i r s t o f f i c i a l I n d e p e n d e n c e D a y C e l e b r a t i o n O l d S a l e m Museums amp Gardens A na tu -ra l izat ion ceremony hands- on a c t i v i t i e s h i s t o r i c M o r a v i a n t rad i t ions and pat r io t ic music a l l welcome family and f r iends to the historic distr ict of Salem wwwoldsalemorg
Annual 4th of July Celebra-tion at the Orchard Mon July 4 th 1025 Or chard Rd Sp r uce Pine NC 28777 Free music from 11-430 Admission for the meal is a dish to share large enough for your party with some extra for the music ians who wi l l be enterta ining al l day In place of the covered d i sh gues t s may pay $12 per meal The Orchard provides fresh barbecue water i c e d t e a a n d p a p e r g o o d s wwwal tapassorchardcom
61st Annual Grandfather Mountain Highland Games amp Gathering of the Clans Thu July 7thndashSun 10th MacRae M e a d o w s 2 2 1 L i n v i l l e A v e L inv i l le NC 28646 Grab your k i l t Brawny ath le tes de l icate d a n c e r s b a g p i p e b a n d s parades rock ing Cel t ic music a n d a s p e c t a c u l a r h i g h l a n d s e t t i n g m a k e t h i s c o l o r f u l celebrat ion of Scot t ish cul ture t h e b e s t h i g h l a n d g a m e s i n America Vis i t the her i tage tent
to research your family tree and then head to the merchant tents to f ind your fami ly tar tan Set up your lawn chair bes ide the rev iewing s tand to watch the p a r a d e s g o b y o r s e t t l e i n t o the Ce l t i c Groves and g roove to rock lsquonrsquo ro l l wi th bagpipes Watch men toss telephone pole s i z e d c a b e r s e n d o v e r e n d lad ies k ick up the i r k i l t s wi th a h i g h l a n d f l i n g a n d b o r d e r co l l i e s he rd sheep wi th keen precis ion wwwgmhgorg
15th Annual NC Blackberry Festival Fr i J u l y 8 t h ndash S a t 9 t h Lenoir NC There isnrsquot anything tha t says summer be t te r than b l a c k b e r r i e s J o i n u s f o r o u r f e s t i v a l t o e n j o y t h e s m e l l s and taste of blackber r ies when o u r s c r u m p t i o u s b l a c k b e r r y c o b b l e r i s s e r v e d a f t e r o u r Wor ld rsquos L arges t Pa tchwork o f B l a c k b e r r y C o b b l e r P a r a d e ( w h i l e t h e y l a s t ) We a l s o have the Blackberr y 5K and Fun Run for you athlet ic types and Pa r k i n rsquo L o t P i c k i n g c o n t e s t s for you music lovers Enter in the blackber r y recipe contest reg is ter your young- in for the B l a c k b e r r y P r i n c e s s Pa g e a n t c h a l l e n g e y o u r s e l f i n o u r B l a c k b e r r y e a t i n g c o n t e s t s o r b r i n g y o u r i n s t r u m e n t a n d b e a c o n t e s t a n t i n t h e Pa r k i n g L o t P i c k i n rsquo c o n t e s t NCBlackber r yFest iva l com
Myrarsquos Classic amp Antique Car Cruise-In F r i J u l y 8 t h 6 p m ndash 9 p m Va l d e s e N C H e l d ever y Fr iday night at 6pm you
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a n d y o u r f a m i l y w i l l b e a b l e t o s e e a u n i q u e s e l e c t i o n o f the f inest c lass ic cars around wwwtownofvaldesecom
Coon Dog Day Festival Sa t July 9th E Main St Saluda NC 28773 A fest ive atmosphere ev-er ywhere in Saluda good food a b o u n d s a r t s amp c r a f t s a r e a and chi ldrenrsquos play Al l begins w i t h t h e C o o n D o g P a r a d e t h r o u g h d o w n t o w n a t n o o n T h e r e w i l l b e l o t s o f m u s i c per formed throughout Main St wwwsaludacom
Fine Art amp Master Crafts Fes t i va l F r i J u l y 1 5 t h ndash S a t 1 6 t h H i s t o r i c B a n n e r E l k
Elementar y School 185 Azalea Cir SE Banner Elk NC 28604 T h e j u r i e d f e s t i v a l h a s b e e n ser v ing the community with a unique ar ray of ar t for over 24 years and the combinat ion o f l imited part ic ipants and proper atmosphere has contr ibuted to the con t inued success o f the event wwwaver ycountycom
Rural Hill Food Truck Rally Fr i Ju l y 15 th 4pmndash8pm Rura l Hil l Nature Preser ve 4431 Neck Road Huntersv i l le NC 28078 A l l ages a re inv i ted to a t tend and check out the g rea t food that can be found in our local food t rucks Admiss ion to the Ral ly i s f ree but food pr ic ing
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Taproom HoursThu amp Fri 4-10
Sat 2-10Sun 12-8
19507 W Catawba Ave Cornelius NC | Baynebrewcom
The Bayne Brewing Company is a family-owned nano brewery based out of Cornelius NC Our flavors range from the traditional to the unique and each beer is brewed with only the highest quality ingredients
Visit our taproom
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wi l l var y per t r uck menu and the re i s a $5 pa rk ing f ee pe r vehic le wwwruralhi l l net
20th Annual Chalk It Up Sat July 16th 9amndash4pm S Main S t Hendersonv i l le NC 28792 Chalk I t Up is a s idewalk chalk a r t c o n t e s t t h a t rsquo s f u n f o r t h e y o u n g a t h e a r t a n d c h i l d r e n o f a l l ages The s idewa lks o f H i s t o r i c D o w n t o w n H e n d e r -sonvi l le become the canvas for 150 ar t is ts of a l l ages drawing for pr izes and fun I t i s sa id to b e o n e o f t h e l a r g e s t o n e o f the oldest and largest chalk ar t con tes t s in the na t ion V iew-i n g l a s t s u n t i l t h e n e x t r a i n wwwnarniastudioscom
Old Town Cornelius Jazz Festival Sa t Ju l y 16 th 4pm - 9pm Smi thv i l l e Park 19710 S Fer r y St Cornel ius NC 28031 Th is landmark event wi l l f ea -tu re some o f the a rea rsquo s mos t ear thy sou l fu l unpred ic tab le i m p r o v i s e r s o n o n e s t a g e Act iv i t ies include -S i lent Auc-t ion -Food Tr uck Court -L ocal C r a f t B r e w e r i e s A s s C l o w n B r e w i n g B a y n e B r e w i n g amp
D9 Brewing -L i ve Pa in t ing by Jus t in R Chr i s tenber y -L oca l Ar t i sans -K id Zone sponsored b y L a k e N o r m a n Y M C A wwwfbcomblovechar lot te
Mayberry Cool Cars amp Rods Cruise-In Sat July 16th 4pmndash8pm 200 N Main St Mt Air y NC 27030 The cruise-in takes place on the th i rd Sa turday o f each m o n t h f e a t u r i n g m u s i c f r o m WSYD 1300AM wi th 50s 60s and 70s oldies and classic cars on both sides of the road Bring y o u r c l a s s i c c a r i f y o u w a n t to par t ic ipate and ar r ive ear ly for the best spot on the s t reet wwwmountair ydowntownorg
12th Annual Sunday Bash Sun July 17th 12pmndash5pm Ti l ley Harley-Davidson 1226 Morland D r S t a t e s v i l l e N C 2 8 6 7 7 A s a lways 100 of the proceeds f r o m t h i s e v e n t g o t o t h e V ic tor y Junc t ion Gang Camp We rsquo l l h a v e t h e B o b K a r n e y C a l e n d a r G i r l s h e r e L a k e N o r m a n H o o t e r s G i r l s B i k e Wash L ancaster rsquos BBQ Annarsquos Sweet Treats and Ronniersquos Bike Show Keeping us rocking wi l l
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UNIQUELY CRAFTED BEERS
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Food Trucks - Live Music - Pet FriendlyCheck facebook for the latest information
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be the Par t T ime Blues Band wwwt i l leyhdcom
33rd Folkmoot Festival Thu Ju ly 21s tndashSun 31s t N Main S t Wa y n e s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 8 6 W i t h dozens o f per fo r mances he ld dur ing two weeks by hundreds of world dancers and musicians f rom nine countr ies Folkmoot b r i n g s t h e w o r l d rsquo s d i v e r s e cultures together Sharing tradi-t ions and learning about people a r o u n d t h e w o r l d h a s n e v e r been more exci t ing and enter -t a in ing En joy pe r fo r man c e s workshops the Parade of Na-t ions and meet the per formers wwwFolkmootUSA org
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Antique Car Restoration
Complete Turnkey Hot Rods
Custom Motorcycles
Chassis Fabrication
Custom Body Fabrication
Mooresville NC 704 363 0722704 363 0722107 Uppercrest Dr 28117
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Conveniently located for all LKN visitors Perfect for the entire family
20930 Torrence Chapel Rd Cornelius Just west of I-77 exit 28
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USA Masters Games Thu July 21stndashSun 31st 1921 W Gate City B l v d G r e e n s b o r o N C 2 7 4 0 3 C o m e j o i n u s i n G r e e n s b o r o for the inaugural USA Masters G a m e s T h e g a m e s m a r k t h e l a u n c h o f a n e w m u l t i - s p o r t e v e n t f o r c o m p e t i t i v e a d u l t a t h l e t e s a g e s 2 1 a n d o v e r T h e U SA M a s t e r s G a m e s w i l l provide both a ldquonat ional-cham-p i o n s h i p - l e v e l rdquo c o m p e t i t i v e exper ience in each sport and a fun enter ta in ing env i ronment c o n d u c i v e t o m e e t i n g a n d socia l iz ing with fe l low Masters a th le tes f rom across the U S a n d o t h e r c o u n t r i e s o f t h e w o r l d ndash a S p o r t s Fe s t i v a l f o r Masters athletes and fans The USA Masters Games wil l feature Opening Ceremonies C los ing Ceremonies n ight ly enter ta in-m e n t a n d a G a m e s V i l l a g e wwwusamastersgamescom
WNC BBQ Fest iva l 2016 ndashSmokinrsquo in the Valley Fr i July 2 2 n d ndash S a t 2 3 r d M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 W i t h u p t o 4 0 c o o k e r s t h i s i s a Barbecue (BBQ) Cooking Competit ion amp K ansas City BBQ Soc ie ty Sanc t ioned event On Fr i d a y n i g h t t h e r e i s a l o c a l res taurant compet i t ion where you can be the judge Saturday a f t e r n o o n v i s i t t h e ldquo Ta s t i n rdquo Ten trdquo to sample compet i to r s rsquo entr ies Dai ly features inc lude a r t s amp c r a f t s a k i d s c o r n e r e n t e r t a i n m e n t amp b e v e r a g e sales including beer and wine wwwmaggieval leyorg
Je r don Mou nt a i n C h a l -lenge Sat Ju ly 23rd Mounta in Gateway Museum 24 Water St O ld For t NC 28762 War m-up t o t h e O R A M M o r j u s t c o m e out and r ide a 24-mi le course that doesnrsquo t have you r id ing in c i r c l e s T h i s i s b a c k - c o u n t r y r a c i n g a t i t s f i n e s t w i t h a shorter course and s t i l l a l l the a m e n i t i e s o f a l o n g d i s t a n c e endurance race This race wi l l run the same course as the ever popular Off Road Assault on Mt Mitchel l but wil l end before the f a m e d c l i m b u p C u r t i s C r e e k Road to the B lue R idge Park -way The race wi l l s t i l l tack le 3000rsquo of cl imbing more than 24 mi les as you hi t some ORAMM h i g h l i g h t s l i k e O l d H i g h w a y 7 0 K i t s u m a S t a r G a p a n d Ja r re t t C reek Ce lebra te w i th a h u g e a f t e r p a r t y c o m p l e t e w i t h p a s t a s a l a d f e a s t N e w B e l g i u m B e e r a n d S h a n n o n Ridge Wine on the picturesque G a t e w a y M u s e u m g r o u n d s wwwbluer idgeadventuresnet
Militia Muster at Fort Dobbs Sa t Ju l y 23 rd 438 For t Dobbs R d S t a t e s v i l l e N C 2 8 6 2 5 A l l m a l e s a g e s 1 6 - 6 0 w e r e r e q u i r e d b y l a w t o s e r v e i n North Carol inarsquos mi l i t ia dur ing t h e Fr e n c h a n d I n d i a n Wa r These c iv i l ians would gather at appointed t imes during the year t o p r a c t i c e m i l i t a r y d r i l l a n d could be used to quickly form an army for defense at t imes of invas ion His tor ic in terpreters representing the Rowan County m i l i t i a w i l l o f f e r o n - g o i n g
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displays of mi l i tar y camp l i fe as wel l as featured musket and cannon f i r ing demonstrat ions wwwfortdobbsorg
K-9s In Flight Sat July 23rdndashSun 31st 300 Tweets ie Rai l road Rd B lowing Rock NC 28605 Don rsquo t miss these h igh -energy p e r f o r m a n c e s s h o w c a s i n g a team of dynamic dogs in acro -bat ic f reesty le rout ines These dogs have dazz led aud iences nat ionwide a t ha l f t ime shows and on te lev is ion Fi rs t -come f i r s t - s e r v e d s e a t i n g S h o w t imes at 11am 1pm and 3pm each day wwwtweets ie com
Euro Automobile Show at Raffaldini Vineyards S u n
J u l y 2 4 t h 1 2 p m ndash 4 p m 4 5 0 G r o c e R d R o n d a N C 2 8 6 7 0 Representat ives wi l l be on-s i te t o d i s c u s s t h e s p e e d s t y l e a n d b e a u t y o f e a c h v e h i c l e Cars provided by Foreign Cars I t a l i a F i a t o f t h e Tr i a d a n d more inc lud ing Fe r ra r i F i a t M a s e r a t i a n d L a m b o r g h i n i wwwRaf fa ld ini com
Hillbilly Jam 2016 Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S a t 3 0 t h M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 T h i s a n n u a l a l l - d a y m u s i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s w e s t e r n N o r t h C a r o l i n a a n d A p p a l a -c h i a rsquo s r i c h m u s i c a l h i s t o r y and the her i tage of moonshine m a k i n g C o m e o n o u t a n d
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RUSTIC - Craft BeerPiano - Cigars
Wine - GiftsGourmet Snacks
200-400 North Harbor Place - Davidson NC 7042373629wwwLakeNormanCottagecomNext to North Harbor Club on the water off of exit 30 I-77
LAKE NORMANON THE WATER
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h a v e a h i l l b i l l y g o o d t i m e wwwhi l lb i l lywoodstockcom
Hickor y Fur n i t ure Ma r t Furniture Festival amp Clear-ance Sale Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S u n 3 1 s t 2 2 2 0 U S H w y 7 0 S E Hickor y NC 28602 Live art isan d e m o n s t r a t i o n s a n d d i s p l a y s wi l l be se t up throughout the Mart and shoppers wi l l be able to in teract wi th f ine fur n i ture c r a f t s m e n a n d a r t i s a n s f r o m o u r r e g i o n Yo u rsquo l l a l s o f i n d t remendous sav ings and mark d o w n s o n f u r n i t u r e p i e c e s ins ide each showroom Many i tems are heavi ly discounted to make room for fa l l inventor ies Customize any furni ture order based on your speci f ic needs wwwhickor yfurni turecom
D o w n t o w n A s h e b o r o rsquo s P i gs amp Peda ls Weekend Fr i A u g u s t 5 t h ndash S a t 6 t h 1 1 5 S Faye t t ev i l l e S t Asheboro NC 27203 A K ansas Ci ty Barbeque S o c i e t y ( K C B S ) s a n c t i o n e d barbecue cooking competi t ion a f a s t - p a c e d c r i t e r i u m b i k e r a c e o p e n t o a m a t e u r s a n d pro fess iona l s a beer ga rden a n d l o c a l b a n d s t h r o u g h o u t the event Food and fun- f i l led act iv i t ies for the ent i re family wwwpigsandpedals com
60th Annual Mt Mitchell Craf ts Fa ir F r i A u g u s t 5 t h 9amndashSat 6th 5pm Town Square B u r n s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 1 4 W i t h a p p r o x i m a t e l y 2 0 0 j u r i e d c r a f t s t h i s e v e n t m o r e t h a n qua l i f i es as a c ra f t shopper rsquo s
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Restaurant RowCraft Brew
Farmers Market
Shopping
Resident ia lamp
Commercia l Real Estate
Online scheduling wwwtcornishlawcom
704-897-30618936 N Pointe Executive Park Drive
Huntersville NC 28078
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A Very Deceiving Destination Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
This is going to be such an awesome weekend That was the thought running through
my mind when I turned into Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge I may have been in an exceptional frame of mind from the relaxing drive to historic Plumtree North Carolina Plumtree is between Spruce Pine and Banner Elk No matter where you are departing from the last 30 minutes of your drive will take you through tree covered roads along fast moving mountain rivers amp streams
C leve amp Robin Young were exploring Western North Carolina with their daughter Lindsay and sons Cleveland William and Philip when Cleve stopped to check out the abandoned TB Vance General Store built in 1919 With much love and patience the ongoing restoration project is the operational center for the Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
The name is very deceiving to be more accurate it would have to be ldquoBlind Squirrel Brewery Lodge Bed amp Breakfast Zip Line Camping Tubing Cabin Rental Ciderworks Trout Fishing Farming Retreat Restaurant Disk Golf Event Space amp Banquet Hallrdquo
The hear t of B l ind Squir re l Brewer y amp Lodge is the ldquoLodge Familyrdquo You will not meet a single employee during your visit While the Youngrsquos own the property each person at the resort takes ownership and great pride in the vision of what Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge has the potential to become
I did have an awesome weekend Experiencing chef prepared locally grown farm to fork meals a zip line canopy tour relaxing on the porch outside the tasting room hiking to a waterfall dining along the river finding out how bad I am at disc golf did I mention the tasting room
Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge 4716 South US Hwy 19E Plumtree NC 28664
wwwblindsquirrelbrewerycom Phone 828-765-2739
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The NC High Countryrsquos Dining Destination
Banner Elk is the culinary hot spot of the North Carolina H i g h C o u n t r y W h e t h e r
yoursquore looking for a five-star meal to mark a special occasion a hearty sandwich after a day in the great outdoors or fresh sushi in a casual setting this townrsquos thriving food scene has something to offer
And summer is the perfect time to visit Banner Elk Although itrsquos just over two hours from Charlotte the resort town sits at an altitude of more than 3700 feet providing a respi te f rom the heat of the flatlands
I f y o u w a n t a t a s t e o f t h e mountains donrsquot leave without ordering fresh trout Have it for dinner at long-time favorite Banner Elk Cafe The location also houses The Lodge Espresso Bar and Eatery which has a coffeehouse vibe
After spending an af ternoon hiking or biking on nearby on Beech Mountain or Grandfather Mountain stop into Dunnrsquos Deli to refuel This New York-style deli serves mile-high clubs tuna melts and cheese-s teak sandwiches Wash it all down with a cold draft
Award-winning Cajun cuisine is available in an upscale setting at L ouis iana Purchase Food amp Spirits or check out the Bayou
Smokehouse and Grill for a more casual experience
The Pa in ted Fi sh i s known for pu t t ing a un ique twis t on recognizable dishes The menu varies from pastas ahi tuna and curried scallops to bacon chicken and southern style trout
Banner Elkrsquos premier dining experience belongs to Artisanal This elegant restaurant located i n a r e f u r b i s h e d b a r n w a s recently named one of the Top 100 restaurants in the US by O p e n Ta b l e c o m A r t i s a n a l rsquo s menu rotates regular ly to take a d v a n t a g e o f f a r m t o t a b l e ingredients and the ambience is second to none
And donrsquot skip breakfast while yoursquore in town Dunnrsquos Deli Banner Elk Cafe and SisterLees Cafeacute all serve great day-starters SisterLees is especially known for Belgian waffles stuffed crepes and scratch-made biscuits
For visitor details and a complete list of restaurants go to wwwBannerElkcom or call toll free 844-824-6777
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Thermal Valley Hang Gliding an instruction-based hang gliding experience based at Foothills
Regional Airport near Morganton hopes to re-ignite a sport that was widely popular in the 1970s
Owners Craig and Laura Pearson have operated the business since 2011 They use a tandem hang glider towed by a light sport aircraft to give instructional flights that range in height from 1500 feet up to 5000 feet and range in duration from 12-20 minutes Craig Pearson a certified glider pilot and 25-year veteran is strapped in a tandem harness with each student
ldquoWe have ground school for 15 minutes before they fly and while they are flying we teach them how to use the gliderrdquo said Laura Pearson ldquoIf a person just wants to experience it and see the scenery that is totally okay Wersquore still going to give them a lesson but theyrsquore not required to do anything strenuous or hard They are able to ride along and enjoy it
ldquoItrsquos a way that families can share a memorable experience and walk away with a positive feeling for hang gliding The whole process
has become more scientific and safer than those days in the 1970s and thatrsquos what we want people to understandrdquo
ldquoYou have to go to the Outer Banks or to Lookout Mountain in Tennessee to get tow flights like we are offeringrdquo says Laura Pearson ldquoOur situation is ideal because we get a tow and fly the hang gliders in a lot of different weather patterns whereas mountain pilots always have to have a prevail ing wind coming at themrdquo
Customers wishing to become a hang gl ider pi lot are eagerly welcomed at Thermal Valley
ldquoOur whole goal is to re-ignite the passion for hangliding in this areardquo says Craig Pearson ldquoThirty years ago there were probably more than 100 hang glider pilots in these mountains Now therersquos just a handfulrdquo
Soar Like an Eagle with Tandem Hang Gliding in Morganton
Participants must be 18 years old weigh less than 235 pounds and be 6rsquo3rdquo or shorter For details call 828-292-8289 or visit wwwthermalvalleynet
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Summer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson College
Summit Coffeersquos second loca-tion The Outpost at Davidson College is greeting summer
and the community with loads of hospitality and a farm to table menu for their special dinners and brunches The Outpost opened in 2013 in a beautifully repurposed fraternity building on campus It houses a pub coffee bar cafe and social spot for students during the school year
While the students are away for a few months a new concept of offering special events and dinners that are open to the public was born It has been a collaborative effort by Courtney Spear the director of food and Brooke Basinger The Outpost manager that has given life to this idea and together they have created all of the creative menu items The ingredients are sourced as locally as possible which means the menu will change based on what is seasonally available each week They personally visit Barbee Farms and Big Oak Farm in Cabar-rus County the Davidson Farmerrsquos
Market and Davidson Collegersquos own 3+ acre farm to select the freshest items each week The college farm which is managed by Theresa Allen uses organic non GMO seeds and no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides
The Outpos t i s the second location for Summit Coffee ownersbrothers Brian and Tim Helfrich both Davidson College graduates and Tom their father The original Summit was opened in 1998 in a 100 year old building located on Main St in Davidson In addition to the weekly dinners and brunches at The Outpost a wine dinner featuring Tuck Beckstoffer wines is scheduled for July 23rd and a beer dinner with Wicked Weed Brewery from Asheville is on August 20th
Teresa Blake
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Dinner is served on Wednesday evening 5-9 and brunch on Sunday from 9-2
The Outpost is located at 120 Patterson Circle Davidson NC 28035
wwwsummitcoffeecom
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Just over a decade since the Yadkin Valley was designated an American Viticultural Area the
appellation continues to emerge as a premier wine region for the East Coast
Nowhere is that more evident than Surry County Located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley Surry and its affiliated wineries account for nearly half of Valleyrsquos more than 40 wineries
One of Surry Countyrsquos newest wineries is Adagio Vineyards Adagio chose its location in Elkin co-owner Tim Wahl says because itrsquos in the ldquoheart of North Carolina wine country with excellent growing conditions especially the foothills where we grow the grapesrdquo
Such comments are music to the ears of Charlie and Ed Shelton two brothers who came home to Surry County from Charlotte about 17 years ago with a vision to plant grape vines to grow the arearsquos economy
The Sheltons opened Shelton Vineyards in 1999 and spearheaded the push to get a federal AVA designation which was awarded in 2003
One of the things that encouraged the brothers was the geographic location of the Yadkin Valley home to elevations and growing seasons favorable for vineyards
ldquoThe soil conditions here are very idealrdquo says Charlie Shelton ldquoOur soil conditions are almost identical to Burgundy Francerdquo
Louis Jeroslow winemaker at Elkin Creek Vineyards echoes that statement
The Yadkin Valley is very much like Old World Europe Itrsquos l ike stepping into France and Spain and Italy right here in the foothills of North Carolinardquo says Jeroslow ldquoItrsquos actually very ancient topography The Appalachian Mountains are as old as the Himalayas but the soil is very much like Tuscany our latitude is in line with Sicily and our climate is most of all like Bordeaux Our vineyard practices in the region are modeled after Bordeauxrdquo
Winemaking has always been a passion for North Carolina native Jason Wiseman That passion led him
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photo by Travis Dove
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to the Napa Valley in the early 2000s but the emergence of the Yadkin Valley brought him home to Brushy Mountain Winery in 2006
ldquoWe started to see promise in the wine industry Small boutique wineries opened up and we saw these small guys making fantastic winesrdquo Wiseman explains ldquoAt that point I knew my directionrdquo
The traditional-style grapes that grow well in the Yadkin Valley are Merlot Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Sangiovese Chardonnay Riesling Viognier Sauvignon Blanc and Petit Verdot
For info on winerieswine tourism in Surry County go to wwwYadkinValleyNCcom
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Ghostface Brewing
North Carolinians have always enjoyed trips to Mooresville either for a lazy day on the
lake to explore the of history of stock car racing or to take a short jaunt back to the 50rsquos down the colloquial Main Street In addition to the usual favorite activities Ghostface Brewing is a fresh destination that is rapidly making its way up the townrsquos lsquomust dorsquo bucket list Itrsquos a new business amidst the charming antique side of the city but it pays homage to itrsquos history by proudly sporting old bricks and beams collected from the original on-site structure In fact if you pay the brewery a visit and inevitably enjoy yourself you can buy one of the bricks and have your name permanently affixed to walls of this unique establishment Of course the part industrial part medieval style of this watering hole is not itrsquos number one claim to excite the masses- people are rushing to Ghostface for the beer
With over 20 brews on tap there is something to entice every beer lover from every part of the state The brew masters are at the hop-helm every single day working on new and diverse drafts to insure
that the beer menu never gets stale The breweryrsquos flagship beers like the cleverly named Reapercussions IPA and the Caliginous Bourbon Barrel Stout are impressive enough to stand alone on the taps but they also have a great selection of guest drafts to add variety Ciders mead wine and gluten-reduced beers are also constantly offered to delight all of the gluten-sensitive Lake Norman destination seekers
The except ional aspects o f Ghostface Brewing seem to pile on endlesslyhellip (Did I mention that they always have two nitro drafts on tap) It is absolutely worth an outing to Mooresville to enjoy a Cuddyrsquos Irish Red over a game of cornhole Lastly if you make it to Ghostface and decide that you donrsquot want to leave Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie
Kara Werts
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Ghostface Brewing 427 East Statesville Ave Suite 100 Mooresville NC 28115 wwwghostfacebrewingcom
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131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
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going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
Whats On TapWhats Going On
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Digi ta l content is avai lable on desktop tablet and phone
Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
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A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINK
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paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
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5 Wineries30 Mile Stretch of I-4040 Minutes from Asheville50 Minutes from Charlotte
Countless Reasons yoursquoll love it here
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We Tell You Where To Go
Published by PhotodudenetMarketing Manager Lisa JaySales Eric BeachContributing Writers Lisa Jay Craig Distl Kara Werts Teresa Blake Project 543Contributing Photographers Bill Russ PhotodudeARTcom Olivia Binstead Madison HedrickThe list of events in this publication is compiled from various sources dates amp times are tentative amp subject to change the Destination Magazinetrade is published by Photodudenet LLC 369 Dovefield Drive Summerfield NC 27358 (704) 706-2365 wwwtheDestinationMagcom copy2016 All rights reserved Photodudenet LLC Publisher Agents amp Advertisers do not necessarily condone any activities or advertisement listed in this magazine The Publisher and its officers employees agents volunteers and sponsors are not responsible for any loss or damage which might be associated with patronage of any party named in this publication and is not responsible for any Act of God such as inclement weather fire flood natural or man-made disaster etc that are out of the control of the Publisher which affect the publishing of this magazine
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Contents
DayTrip Destinations 6
A Very Deceiving Destination Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge 17
The NC High Countryrsquos Dining Destination 18
Soar Like An Eagle With Tandem Hang Gliding In Morganton 20
Summer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson College 21
Yadkin Valley Wine Country Emerges In Surry County 22
Ghostface Brewing 25
the
We Tell you where to go Whether you are a long time resident or new to
the area yoursquoll find local amp regional events and dest inat ions in the Destination Magazinetrade that will have you saying ldquoI never knew that was thererdquo
The Destination Magazinetrade is not a historical document we will not write about spectacular events yoursquove 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 Magazinetrade
July 2016Issue 64
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Just down the road
Uptown Lexington amp Davidson County
Barbecue bull Shopping bull History Festivals bull NASCAR bull Hotels
Hiking bull Golf bull Antiques Boating bull Weekend Getaways wwwVisitLexingtonNCcom
ArtArtArtArtArt Wine
EventsHistory
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DayTrip DestinationsMile High Fourth Of July Fr i July 1stndashMon 4th Beech Moun-t a i n amp B a n n e r E l k N C T h i s f i r s t - e v e r e v e n t c r e a t e s a n e x t e n d e d g e t a w a y w e e k e n d beg inn ing Fr iday Ju l y 1 and running through Monday rsquos July 4 t h h o l i d a y T h e t w o t o w n s known for coo l summer tem-peratures and warm hospital i ty a re exc i ted to co l labora te on an annual event in celebrat ion of our nat ionrsquos independence wwwMileHighFourthcom
30th Annual Christmas in July Festival Fr i Ju l y 1 s tndashSa t 2nd 2nd Ave Wes t Je f fe r son N C 2 8 6 9 4 Fr i d a y n i g h t f i n d s l ive music f rom 2 local bands p e r f o r m i n g a c o u n t r y b l u e -g r a s s a n d c l a s s i c r o c k m i x s t r e e t d a n c e amp f o o d v e n d o r s f rom 6-10pm Saturday br ings t h e f u l l f e s t i v a l t o l i f e f r o m 9 a m - 7 p m w i t h a r t s amp c r a f t s music acts featured al l day long p lay ing the bes t in b luegrass o ld t ime gospe l and count r y m u s i c c i v i l w a r r e e n a c t -ments food non-prof i t s k ids
act iv i t ies s t reet per formers a Christmas tree judging contest t ree ba i l ing compet i t ions and wreath making demonstrations wwwchr is tmasinjuly info
Art on the Greene Fr i J u l y 1stndashSun 3rd Historic Banner Elk School Azalea Cir Banner Elk NC 28604 Ar t on the Greene f e a t u r i n g q u a l i t y h a n d - m a d e ar ts and craf ts f rom select re-gional and national artisans Art on the Greene takes place Me-morial Day weekend the Fourth of July and Labor Day weekend The festivit ies include food ven-dors and other enter ta inment wwwbannerelkcom
37th Annual Festival for the Eno S a t J u l y 2 n d 1 0 a m ndash 6 p m 5101 N Roxboro Rd Durham NC 27704 One of the regionrsquos p r e m i e r I n d e p e n d e n c e D a y celebrations the event features m o r e t h a n 6 5 p e r f o r m e r s o n f o u r s t a g e s a j u r i e d c r a f t s h o w o f 8 0 r e g i o n a l a r t i s t s loca l ch ickens and bees and h a n d s - o n f e e t - w e t a c t i v i t i e s
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Destinationson the banks of the Eno River Sweetwater Brewing Company w i l l s p o n s o r a B e e r G a r d e n s i tuated on the lawn of the his-tor ic McCown-Mangum house wwwenoriverorg
Freedom Fest amp Fireworks M o n J u l y 4 t h 2 0 0 M a i n S t B r y s o n C i t y N C 2 8 7 1 3 O u r o l d - f a s h i o n e d s t r e e t f e s t i v a l b e g i n s w i t h a d e d i c a t i o n b y t h e l o c a l V F W Po s t a n d c o n t i n u e s w i t h g r e a t m u s i c t h r o u g h o u t t h e d a y T h e mus ic i s complemented by an amaz ing a r ray o f handcra f ted a r t s a n d a g r e a t c h i l d r e n rsquo s a c t i v i t i e s a r e a A n d d o n rsquo t fo rge t the PA WS dog show w a t e r m e l o n e a t i n g c o n t e s t
a n d h u l a h o o p o f f S t a y f o r the fu l l day o r re tu r n l a te r to e n j o y t h e h e a d l i n e r s h o w a t 8pm fo l lowed by a spec tacu -l a r f i r e w o r k s s h o w a t 1 0 p m wwwgrea t smok ies com
For t Braggrsquos 4th of July Celebrat ion M o n J u l y 4 t h M a i n Po s t Pa r a d e F i e l d 1 1 - 2 5 C a p r o n S t F o r t B r a g g N C 2 8 3 0 7 A c t i v i t i e s i n c l u d e s o m e o f t o d a y rsquo s h o t t e s t m u s i c a l a c t s p a r a c h u t e f r e e - f a l l d e m o n s t r a t i o n s t h e p o p u l a r f l a g c e r e m o n y f i r e w o r k s a n d f o o d a n d b e v e r a g e s A t t e n d e e s a r e e n c o u r a g e d t o a r r i v e e a r l y d u e t o h e a v y t r a f f i c f l o w w w w b r a g g a r m y m w r c o m
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121 Rolling Hill Rd bull Mooresville North Carolina
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I ndependenc e D ay Ce l -ebration at Old Salem Mon J u l y 4 t h 9 0 0 O l d S a l e m R d W i n s t o n - S a l e m N C 2 7 1 0 1 E n j o y 4 t h o f J u l y f e s t i v i t i e s a t t h e s i t e o f t h e n a t i o n rsquo s f i r s t o f f i c i a l I n d e p e n d e n c e D a y C e l e b r a t i o n O l d S a l e m Museums amp Gardens A na tu -ra l izat ion ceremony hands- on a c t i v i t i e s h i s t o r i c M o r a v i a n t rad i t ions and pat r io t ic music a l l welcome family and f r iends to the historic distr ict of Salem wwwoldsalemorg
Annual 4th of July Celebra-tion at the Orchard Mon July 4 th 1025 Or chard Rd Sp r uce Pine NC 28777 Free music from 11-430 Admission for the meal is a dish to share large enough for your party with some extra for the music ians who wi l l be enterta ining al l day In place of the covered d i sh gues t s may pay $12 per meal The Orchard provides fresh barbecue water i c e d t e a a n d p a p e r g o o d s wwwal tapassorchardcom
61st Annual Grandfather Mountain Highland Games amp Gathering of the Clans Thu July 7thndashSun 10th MacRae M e a d o w s 2 2 1 L i n v i l l e A v e L inv i l le NC 28646 Grab your k i l t Brawny ath le tes de l icate d a n c e r s b a g p i p e b a n d s parades rock ing Cel t ic music a n d a s p e c t a c u l a r h i g h l a n d s e t t i n g m a k e t h i s c o l o r f u l celebrat ion of Scot t ish cul ture t h e b e s t h i g h l a n d g a m e s i n America Vis i t the her i tage tent
to research your family tree and then head to the merchant tents to f ind your fami ly tar tan Set up your lawn chair bes ide the rev iewing s tand to watch the p a r a d e s g o b y o r s e t t l e i n t o the Ce l t i c Groves and g roove to rock lsquonrsquo ro l l wi th bagpipes Watch men toss telephone pole s i z e d c a b e r s e n d o v e r e n d lad ies k ick up the i r k i l t s wi th a h i g h l a n d f l i n g a n d b o r d e r co l l i e s he rd sheep wi th keen precis ion wwwgmhgorg
15th Annual NC Blackberry Festival Fr i J u l y 8 t h ndash S a t 9 t h Lenoir NC There isnrsquot anything tha t says summer be t te r than b l a c k b e r r i e s J o i n u s f o r o u r f e s t i v a l t o e n j o y t h e s m e l l s and taste of blackber r ies when o u r s c r u m p t i o u s b l a c k b e r r y c o b b l e r i s s e r v e d a f t e r o u r Wor ld rsquos L arges t Pa tchwork o f B l a c k b e r r y C o b b l e r P a r a d e ( w h i l e t h e y l a s t ) We a l s o have the Blackberr y 5K and Fun Run for you athlet ic types and Pa r k i n rsquo L o t P i c k i n g c o n t e s t s for you music lovers Enter in the blackber r y recipe contest reg is ter your young- in for the B l a c k b e r r y P r i n c e s s Pa g e a n t c h a l l e n g e y o u r s e l f i n o u r B l a c k b e r r y e a t i n g c o n t e s t s o r b r i n g y o u r i n s t r u m e n t a n d b e a c o n t e s t a n t i n t h e Pa r k i n g L o t P i c k i n rsquo c o n t e s t NCBlackber r yFest iva l com
Myrarsquos Classic amp Antique Car Cruise-In F r i J u l y 8 t h 6 p m ndash 9 p m Va l d e s e N C H e l d ever y Fr iday night at 6pm you
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a n d y o u r f a m i l y w i l l b e a b l e t o s e e a u n i q u e s e l e c t i o n o f the f inest c lass ic cars around wwwtownofvaldesecom
Coon Dog Day Festival Sa t July 9th E Main St Saluda NC 28773 A fest ive atmosphere ev-er ywhere in Saluda good food a b o u n d s a r t s amp c r a f t s a r e a and chi ldrenrsquos play Al l begins w i t h t h e C o o n D o g P a r a d e t h r o u g h d o w n t o w n a t n o o n T h e r e w i l l b e l o t s o f m u s i c per formed throughout Main St wwwsaludacom
Fine Art amp Master Crafts Fes t i va l F r i J u l y 1 5 t h ndash S a t 1 6 t h H i s t o r i c B a n n e r E l k
Elementar y School 185 Azalea Cir SE Banner Elk NC 28604 T h e j u r i e d f e s t i v a l h a s b e e n ser v ing the community with a unique ar ray of ar t for over 24 years and the combinat ion o f l imited part ic ipants and proper atmosphere has contr ibuted to the con t inued success o f the event wwwaver ycountycom
Rural Hill Food Truck Rally Fr i Ju l y 15 th 4pmndash8pm Rura l Hil l Nature Preser ve 4431 Neck Road Huntersv i l le NC 28078 A l l ages a re inv i ted to a t tend and check out the g rea t food that can be found in our local food t rucks Admiss ion to the Ral ly i s f ree but food pr ic ing
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Taproom HoursThu amp Fri 4-10
Sat 2-10Sun 12-8
19507 W Catawba Ave Cornelius NC | Baynebrewcom
The Bayne Brewing Company is a family-owned nano brewery based out of Cornelius NC Our flavors range from the traditional to the unique and each beer is brewed with only the highest quality ingredients
Visit our taproom
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wi l l var y per t r uck menu and the re i s a $5 pa rk ing f ee pe r vehic le wwwruralhi l l net
20th Annual Chalk It Up Sat July 16th 9amndash4pm S Main S t Hendersonv i l le NC 28792 Chalk I t Up is a s idewalk chalk a r t c o n t e s t t h a t rsquo s f u n f o r t h e y o u n g a t h e a r t a n d c h i l d r e n o f a l l ages The s idewa lks o f H i s t o r i c D o w n t o w n H e n d e r -sonvi l le become the canvas for 150 ar t is ts of a l l ages drawing for pr izes and fun I t i s sa id to b e o n e o f t h e l a r g e s t o n e o f the oldest and largest chalk ar t con tes t s in the na t ion V iew-i n g l a s t s u n t i l t h e n e x t r a i n wwwnarniastudioscom
Old Town Cornelius Jazz Festival Sa t Ju l y 16 th 4pm - 9pm Smi thv i l l e Park 19710 S Fer r y St Cornel ius NC 28031 Th is landmark event wi l l f ea -tu re some o f the a rea rsquo s mos t ear thy sou l fu l unpred ic tab le i m p r o v i s e r s o n o n e s t a g e Act iv i t ies include -S i lent Auc-t ion -Food Tr uck Court -L ocal C r a f t B r e w e r i e s A s s C l o w n B r e w i n g B a y n e B r e w i n g amp
D9 Brewing -L i ve Pa in t ing by Jus t in R Chr i s tenber y -L oca l Ar t i sans -K id Zone sponsored b y L a k e N o r m a n Y M C A wwwfbcomblovechar lot te
Mayberry Cool Cars amp Rods Cruise-In Sat July 16th 4pmndash8pm 200 N Main St Mt Air y NC 27030 The cruise-in takes place on the th i rd Sa turday o f each m o n t h f e a t u r i n g m u s i c f r o m WSYD 1300AM wi th 50s 60s and 70s oldies and classic cars on both sides of the road Bring y o u r c l a s s i c c a r i f y o u w a n t to par t ic ipate and ar r ive ear ly for the best spot on the s t reet wwwmountair ydowntownorg
12th Annual Sunday Bash Sun July 17th 12pmndash5pm Ti l ley Harley-Davidson 1226 Morland D r S t a t e s v i l l e N C 2 8 6 7 7 A s a lways 100 of the proceeds f r o m t h i s e v e n t g o t o t h e V ic tor y Junc t ion Gang Camp We rsquo l l h a v e t h e B o b K a r n e y C a l e n d a r G i r l s h e r e L a k e N o r m a n H o o t e r s G i r l s B i k e Wash L ancaster rsquos BBQ Annarsquos Sweet Treats and Ronniersquos Bike Show Keeping us rocking wi l l
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19818-C NORTH COVE ROAD CORNELIUS (704) 560-7874
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be the Par t T ime Blues Band wwwt i l leyhdcom
33rd Folkmoot Festival Thu Ju ly 21s tndashSun 31s t N Main S t Wa y n e s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 8 6 W i t h dozens o f per fo r mances he ld dur ing two weeks by hundreds of world dancers and musicians f rom nine countr ies Folkmoot b r i n g s t h e w o r l d rsquo s d i v e r s e cultures together Sharing tradi-t ions and learning about people a r o u n d t h e w o r l d h a s n e v e r been more exci t ing and enter -t a in ing En joy pe r fo r man c e s workshops the Parade of Na-t ions and meet the per formers wwwFolkmootUSA org
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Conveniently located for all LKN visitors Perfect for the entire family
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USA Masters Games Thu July 21stndashSun 31st 1921 W Gate City B l v d G r e e n s b o r o N C 2 7 4 0 3 C o m e j o i n u s i n G r e e n s b o r o for the inaugural USA Masters G a m e s T h e g a m e s m a r k t h e l a u n c h o f a n e w m u l t i - s p o r t e v e n t f o r c o m p e t i t i v e a d u l t a t h l e t e s a g e s 2 1 a n d o v e r T h e U SA M a s t e r s G a m e s w i l l provide both a ldquonat ional-cham-p i o n s h i p - l e v e l rdquo c o m p e t i t i v e exper ience in each sport and a fun enter ta in ing env i ronment c o n d u c i v e t o m e e t i n g a n d socia l iz ing with fe l low Masters a th le tes f rom across the U S a n d o t h e r c o u n t r i e s o f t h e w o r l d ndash a S p o r t s Fe s t i v a l f o r Masters athletes and fans The USA Masters Games wil l feature Opening Ceremonies C los ing Ceremonies n ight ly enter ta in-m e n t a n d a G a m e s V i l l a g e wwwusamastersgamescom
WNC BBQ Fest iva l 2016 ndashSmokinrsquo in the Valley Fr i July 2 2 n d ndash S a t 2 3 r d M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 W i t h u p t o 4 0 c o o k e r s t h i s i s a Barbecue (BBQ) Cooking Competit ion amp K ansas City BBQ Soc ie ty Sanc t ioned event On Fr i d a y n i g h t t h e r e i s a l o c a l res taurant compet i t ion where you can be the judge Saturday a f t e r n o o n v i s i t t h e ldquo Ta s t i n rdquo Ten trdquo to sample compet i to r s rsquo entr ies Dai ly features inc lude a r t s amp c r a f t s a k i d s c o r n e r e n t e r t a i n m e n t amp b e v e r a g e sales including beer and wine wwwmaggieval leyorg
Je r don Mou nt a i n C h a l -lenge Sat Ju ly 23rd Mounta in Gateway Museum 24 Water St O ld For t NC 28762 War m-up t o t h e O R A M M o r j u s t c o m e out and r ide a 24-mi le course that doesnrsquo t have you r id ing in c i r c l e s T h i s i s b a c k - c o u n t r y r a c i n g a t i t s f i n e s t w i t h a shorter course and s t i l l a l l the a m e n i t i e s o f a l o n g d i s t a n c e endurance race This race wi l l run the same course as the ever popular Off Road Assault on Mt Mitchel l but wil l end before the f a m e d c l i m b u p C u r t i s C r e e k Road to the B lue R idge Park -way The race wi l l s t i l l tack le 3000rsquo of cl imbing more than 24 mi les as you hi t some ORAMM h i g h l i g h t s l i k e O l d H i g h w a y 7 0 K i t s u m a S t a r G a p a n d Ja r re t t C reek Ce lebra te w i th a h u g e a f t e r p a r t y c o m p l e t e w i t h p a s t a s a l a d f e a s t N e w B e l g i u m B e e r a n d S h a n n o n Ridge Wine on the picturesque G a t e w a y M u s e u m g r o u n d s wwwbluer idgeadventuresnet
Militia Muster at Fort Dobbs Sa t Ju l y 23 rd 438 For t Dobbs R d S t a t e s v i l l e N C 2 8 6 2 5 A l l m a l e s a g e s 1 6 - 6 0 w e r e r e q u i r e d b y l a w t o s e r v e i n North Carol inarsquos mi l i t ia dur ing t h e Fr e n c h a n d I n d i a n Wa r These c iv i l ians would gather at appointed t imes during the year t o p r a c t i c e m i l i t a r y d r i l l a n d could be used to quickly form an army for defense at t imes of invas ion His tor ic in terpreters representing the Rowan County m i l i t i a w i l l o f f e r o n - g o i n g
Continued On Page 14
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C U LT U R A LG R O U P
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displays of mi l i tar y camp l i fe as wel l as featured musket and cannon f i r ing demonstrat ions wwwfortdobbsorg
K-9s In Flight Sat July 23rdndashSun 31st 300 Tweets ie Rai l road Rd B lowing Rock NC 28605 Don rsquo t miss these h igh -energy p e r f o r m a n c e s s h o w c a s i n g a team of dynamic dogs in acro -bat ic f reesty le rout ines These dogs have dazz led aud iences nat ionwide a t ha l f t ime shows and on te lev is ion Fi rs t -come f i r s t - s e r v e d s e a t i n g S h o w t imes at 11am 1pm and 3pm each day wwwtweets ie com
Euro Automobile Show at Raffaldini Vineyards S u n
J u l y 2 4 t h 1 2 p m ndash 4 p m 4 5 0 G r o c e R d R o n d a N C 2 8 6 7 0 Representat ives wi l l be on-s i te t o d i s c u s s t h e s p e e d s t y l e a n d b e a u t y o f e a c h v e h i c l e Cars provided by Foreign Cars I t a l i a F i a t o f t h e Tr i a d a n d more inc lud ing Fe r ra r i F i a t M a s e r a t i a n d L a m b o r g h i n i wwwRaf fa ld ini com
Hillbilly Jam 2016 Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S a t 3 0 t h M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 T h i s a n n u a l a l l - d a y m u s i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s w e s t e r n N o r t h C a r o l i n a a n d A p p a l a -c h i a rsquo s r i c h m u s i c a l h i s t o r y and the her i tage of moonshine m a k i n g C o m e o n o u t a n d
Continued From Page 12
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Wine - GiftsGourmet Snacks
200-400 North Harbor Place - Davidson NC 7042373629wwwLakeNormanCottagecomNext to North Harbor Club on the water off of exit 30 I-77
LAKE NORMANON THE WATER
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h a v e a h i l l b i l l y g o o d t i m e wwwhi l lb i l lywoodstockcom
Hickor y Fur n i t ure Ma r t Furniture Festival amp Clear-ance Sale Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S u n 3 1 s t 2 2 2 0 U S H w y 7 0 S E Hickor y NC 28602 Live art isan d e m o n s t r a t i o n s a n d d i s p l a y s wi l l be se t up throughout the Mart and shoppers wi l l be able to in teract wi th f ine fur n i ture c r a f t s m e n a n d a r t i s a n s f r o m o u r r e g i o n Yo u rsquo l l a l s o f i n d t remendous sav ings and mark d o w n s o n f u r n i t u r e p i e c e s ins ide each showroom Many i tems are heavi ly discounted to make room for fa l l inventor ies Customize any furni ture order based on your speci f ic needs wwwhickor yfurni turecom
D o w n t o w n A s h e b o r o rsquo s P i gs amp Peda ls Weekend Fr i A u g u s t 5 t h ndash S a t 6 t h 1 1 5 S Faye t t ev i l l e S t Asheboro NC 27203 A K ansas Ci ty Barbeque S o c i e t y ( K C B S ) s a n c t i o n e d barbecue cooking competi t ion a f a s t - p a c e d c r i t e r i u m b i k e r a c e o p e n t o a m a t e u r s a n d pro fess iona l s a beer ga rden a n d l o c a l b a n d s t h r o u g h o u t the event Food and fun- f i l led act iv i t ies for the ent i re family wwwpigsandpedals com
60th Annual Mt Mitchell Craf ts Fa ir F r i A u g u s t 5 t h 9amndashSat 6th 5pm Town Square B u r n s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 1 4 W i t h a p p r o x i m a t e l y 2 0 0 j u r i e d c r a f t s t h i s e v e n t m o r e t h a n qua l i f i es as a c ra f t shopper rsquo s
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EAT PLAY RELAXstaycation
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704-897-30618936 N Pointe Executive Park Drive
Huntersville NC 28078
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A Very Deceiving Destination Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
This is going to be such an awesome weekend That was the thought running through
my mind when I turned into Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge I may have been in an exceptional frame of mind from the relaxing drive to historic Plumtree North Carolina Plumtree is between Spruce Pine and Banner Elk No matter where you are departing from the last 30 minutes of your drive will take you through tree covered roads along fast moving mountain rivers amp streams
C leve amp Robin Young were exploring Western North Carolina with their daughter Lindsay and sons Cleveland William and Philip when Cleve stopped to check out the abandoned TB Vance General Store built in 1919 With much love and patience the ongoing restoration project is the operational center for the Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
The name is very deceiving to be more accurate it would have to be ldquoBlind Squirrel Brewery Lodge Bed amp Breakfast Zip Line Camping Tubing Cabin Rental Ciderworks Trout Fishing Farming Retreat Restaurant Disk Golf Event Space amp Banquet Hallrdquo
The hear t of B l ind Squir re l Brewer y amp Lodge is the ldquoLodge Familyrdquo You will not meet a single employee during your visit While the Youngrsquos own the property each person at the resort takes ownership and great pride in the vision of what Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge has the potential to become
I did have an awesome weekend Experiencing chef prepared locally grown farm to fork meals a zip line canopy tour relaxing on the porch outside the tasting room hiking to a waterfall dining along the river finding out how bad I am at disc golf did I mention the tasting room
Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge 4716 South US Hwy 19E Plumtree NC 28664
wwwblindsquirrelbrewerycom Phone 828-765-2739
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The NC High Countryrsquos Dining Destination
Banner Elk is the culinary hot spot of the North Carolina H i g h C o u n t r y W h e t h e r
yoursquore looking for a five-star meal to mark a special occasion a hearty sandwich after a day in the great outdoors or fresh sushi in a casual setting this townrsquos thriving food scene has something to offer
And summer is the perfect time to visit Banner Elk Although itrsquos just over two hours from Charlotte the resort town sits at an altitude of more than 3700 feet providing a respi te f rom the heat of the flatlands
I f y o u w a n t a t a s t e o f t h e mountains donrsquot leave without ordering fresh trout Have it for dinner at long-time favorite Banner Elk Cafe The location also houses The Lodge Espresso Bar and Eatery which has a coffeehouse vibe
After spending an af ternoon hiking or biking on nearby on Beech Mountain or Grandfather Mountain stop into Dunnrsquos Deli to refuel This New York-style deli serves mile-high clubs tuna melts and cheese-s teak sandwiches Wash it all down with a cold draft
Award-winning Cajun cuisine is available in an upscale setting at L ouis iana Purchase Food amp Spirits or check out the Bayou
Smokehouse and Grill for a more casual experience
The Pa in ted Fi sh i s known for pu t t ing a un ique twis t on recognizable dishes The menu varies from pastas ahi tuna and curried scallops to bacon chicken and southern style trout
Banner Elkrsquos premier dining experience belongs to Artisanal This elegant restaurant located i n a r e f u r b i s h e d b a r n w a s recently named one of the Top 100 restaurants in the US by O p e n Ta b l e c o m A r t i s a n a l rsquo s menu rotates regular ly to take a d v a n t a g e o f f a r m t o t a b l e ingredients and the ambience is second to none
And donrsquot skip breakfast while yoursquore in town Dunnrsquos Deli Banner Elk Cafe and SisterLees Cafeacute all serve great day-starters SisterLees is especially known for Belgian waffles stuffed crepes and scratch-made biscuits
For visitor details and a complete list of restaurants go to wwwBannerElkcom or call toll free 844-824-6777
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Thermal Valley Hang Gliding an instruction-based hang gliding experience based at Foothills
Regional Airport near Morganton hopes to re-ignite a sport that was widely popular in the 1970s
Owners Craig and Laura Pearson have operated the business since 2011 They use a tandem hang glider towed by a light sport aircraft to give instructional flights that range in height from 1500 feet up to 5000 feet and range in duration from 12-20 minutes Craig Pearson a certified glider pilot and 25-year veteran is strapped in a tandem harness with each student
ldquoWe have ground school for 15 minutes before they fly and while they are flying we teach them how to use the gliderrdquo said Laura Pearson ldquoIf a person just wants to experience it and see the scenery that is totally okay Wersquore still going to give them a lesson but theyrsquore not required to do anything strenuous or hard They are able to ride along and enjoy it
ldquoItrsquos a way that families can share a memorable experience and walk away with a positive feeling for hang gliding The whole process
has become more scientific and safer than those days in the 1970s and thatrsquos what we want people to understandrdquo
ldquoYou have to go to the Outer Banks or to Lookout Mountain in Tennessee to get tow flights like we are offeringrdquo says Laura Pearson ldquoOur situation is ideal because we get a tow and fly the hang gliders in a lot of different weather patterns whereas mountain pilots always have to have a prevail ing wind coming at themrdquo
Customers wishing to become a hang gl ider pi lot are eagerly welcomed at Thermal Valley
ldquoOur whole goal is to re-ignite the passion for hangliding in this areardquo says Craig Pearson ldquoThirty years ago there were probably more than 100 hang glider pilots in these mountains Now therersquos just a handfulrdquo
Soar Like an Eagle with Tandem Hang Gliding in Morganton
Participants must be 18 years old weigh less than 235 pounds and be 6rsquo3rdquo or shorter For details call 828-292-8289 or visit wwwthermalvalleynet
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Summer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson College
Summit Coffeersquos second loca-tion The Outpost at Davidson College is greeting summer
and the community with loads of hospitality and a farm to table menu for their special dinners and brunches The Outpost opened in 2013 in a beautifully repurposed fraternity building on campus It houses a pub coffee bar cafe and social spot for students during the school year
While the students are away for a few months a new concept of offering special events and dinners that are open to the public was born It has been a collaborative effort by Courtney Spear the director of food and Brooke Basinger The Outpost manager that has given life to this idea and together they have created all of the creative menu items The ingredients are sourced as locally as possible which means the menu will change based on what is seasonally available each week They personally visit Barbee Farms and Big Oak Farm in Cabar-rus County the Davidson Farmerrsquos
Market and Davidson Collegersquos own 3+ acre farm to select the freshest items each week The college farm which is managed by Theresa Allen uses organic non GMO seeds and no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides
The Outpos t i s the second location for Summit Coffee ownersbrothers Brian and Tim Helfrich both Davidson College graduates and Tom their father The original Summit was opened in 1998 in a 100 year old building located on Main St in Davidson In addition to the weekly dinners and brunches at The Outpost a wine dinner featuring Tuck Beckstoffer wines is scheduled for July 23rd and a beer dinner with Wicked Weed Brewery from Asheville is on August 20th
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Dinner is served on Wednesday evening 5-9 and brunch on Sunday from 9-2
The Outpost is located at 120 Patterson Circle Davidson NC 28035
wwwsummitcoffeecom
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Just over a decade since the Yadkin Valley was designated an American Viticultural Area the
appellation continues to emerge as a premier wine region for the East Coast
Nowhere is that more evident than Surry County Located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley Surry and its affiliated wineries account for nearly half of Valleyrsquos more than 40 wineries
One of Surry Countyrsquos newest wineries is Adagio Vineyards Adagio chose its location in Elkin co-owner Tim Wahl says because itrsquos in the ldquoheart of North Carolina wine country with excellent growing conditions especially the foothills where we grow the grapesrdquo
Such comments are music to the ears of Charlie and Ed Shelton two brothers who came home to Surry County from Charlotte about 17 years ago with a vision to plant grape vines to grow the arearsquos economy
The Sheltons opened Shelton Vineyards in 1999 and spearheaded the push to get a federal AVA designation which was awarded in 2003
One of the things that encouraged the brothers was the geographic location of the Yadkin Valley home to elevations and growing seasons favorable for vineyards
ldquoThe soil conditions here are very idealrdquo says Charlie Shelton ldquoOur soil conditions are almost identical to Burgundy Francerdquo
Louis Jeroslow winemaker at Elkin Creek Vineyards echoes that statement
The Yadkin Valley is very much like Old World Europe Itrsquos l ike stepping into France and Spain and Italy right here in the foothills of North Carolinardquo says Jeroslow ldquoItrsquos actually very ancient topography The Appalachian Mountains are as old as the Himalayas but the soil is very much like Tuscany our latitude is in line with Sicily and our climate is most of all like Bordeaux Our vineyard practices in the region are modeled after Bordeauxrdquo
Winemaking has always been a passion for North Carolina native Jason Wiseman That passion led him
Yadkin Valley Wine Country Emerges In Surry County
photo by Travis Dove
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to the Napa Valley in the early 2000s but the emergence of the Yadkin Valley brought him home to Brushy Mountain Winery in 2006
ldquoWe started to see promise in the wine industry Small boutique wineries opened up and we saw these small guys making fantastic winesrdquo Wiseman explains ldquoAt that point I knew my directionrdquo
The traditional-style grapes that grow well in the Yadkin Valley are Merlot Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Sangiovese Chardonnay Riesling Viognier Sauvignon Blanc and Petit Verdot
For info on winerieswine tourism in Surry County go to wwwYadkinValleyNCcom
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Ghostface Brewing
North Carolinians have always enjoyed trips to Mooresville either for a lazy day on the
lake to explore the of history of stock car racing or to take a short jaunt back to the 50rsquos down the colloquial Main Street In addition to the usual favorite activities Ghostface Brewing is a fresh destination that is rapidly making its way up the townrsquos lsquomust dorsquo bucket list Itrsquos a new business amidst the charming antique side of the city but it pays homage to itrsquos history by proudly sporting old bricks and beams collected from the original on-site structure In fact if you pay the brewery a visit and inevitably enjoy yourself you can buy one of the bricks and have your name permanently affixed to walls of this unique establishment Of course the part industrial part medieval style of this watering hole is not itrsquos number one claim to excite the masses- people are rushing to Ghostface for the beer
With over 20 brews on tap there is something to entice every beer lover from every part of the state The brew masters are at the hop-helm every single day working on new and diverse drafts to insure
that the beer menu never gets stale The breweryrsquos flagship beers like the cleverly named Reapercussions IPA and the Caliginous Bourbon Barrel Stout are impressive enough to stand alone on the taps but they also have a great selection of guest drafts to add variety Ciders mead wine and gluten-reduced beers are also constantly offered to delight all of the gluten-sensitive Lake Norman destination seekers
The except ional aspects o f Ghostface Brewing seem to pile on endlesslyhellip (Did I mention that they always have two nitro drafts on tap) It is absolutely worth an outing to Mooresville to enjoy a Cuddyrsquos Irish Red over a game of cornhole Lastly if you make it to Ghostface and decide that you donrsquot want to leave Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie
Kara Werts
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Ghostface Brewing 427 East Statesville Ave Suite 100 Mooresville NC 28115 wwwghostfacebrewingcom
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131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
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going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
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Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
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paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
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Published by PhotodudenetMarketing Manager Lisa JaySales Eric BeachContributing Writers Lisa Jay Craig Distl Kara Werts Teresa Blake Project 543Contributing Photographers Bill Russ PhotodudeARTcom Olivia Binstead Madison HedrickThe list of events in this publication is compiled from various sources dates amp times are tentative amp subject to change the Destination Magazinetrade is published by Photodudenet LLC 369 Dovefield Drive Summerfield NC 27358 (704) 706-2365 wwwtheDestinationMagcom copy2016 All rights reserved Photodudenet LLC Publisher Agents amp Advertisers do not necessarily condone any activities or advertisement listed in this magazine The Publisher and its officers employees agents volunteers and sponsors are not responsible for any loss or damage which might be associated with patronage of any party named in this publication and is not responsible for any Act of God such as inclement weather fire flood natural or man-made disaster etc that are out of the control of the Publisher which affect the publishing of this magazine
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A Very Deceiving Destination Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge 17
The NC High Countryrsquos Dining Destination 18
Soar Like An Eagle With Tandem Hang Gliding In Morganton 20
Summer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson College 21
Yadkin Valley Wine Country Emerges In Surry County 22
Ghostface Brewing 25
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We Tell you where to go Whether you are a long time resident or new to
the area yoursquoll find local amp regional events and dest inat ions in the Destination Magazinetrade that will have you saying ldquoI never knew that was thererdquo
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Uptown Lexington amp Davidson County
Barbecue bull Shopping bull History Festivals bull NASCAR bull Hotels
Hiking bull Golf bull Antiques Boating bull Weekend Getaways wwwVisitLexingtonNCcom
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DayTrip DestinationsMile High Fourth Of July Fr i July 1stndashMon 4th Beech Moun-t a i n amp B a n n e r E l k N C T h i s f i r s t - e v e r e v e n t c r e a t e s a n e x t e n d e d g e t a w a y w e e k e n d beg inn ing Fr iday Ju l y 1 and running through Monday rsquos July 4 t h h o l i d a y T h e t w o t o w n s known for coo l summer tem-peratures and warm hospital i ty a re exc i ted to co l labora te on an annual event in celebrat ion of our nat ionrsquos independence wwwMileHighFourthcom
30th Annual Christmas in July Festival Fr i Ju l y 1 s tndashSa t 2nd 2nd Ave Wes t Je f fe r son N C 2 8 6 9 4 Fr i d a y n i g h t f i n d s l ive music f rom 2 local bands p e r f o r m i n g a c o u n t r y b l u e -g r a s s a n d c l a s s i c r o c k m i x s t r e e t d a n c e amp f o o d v e n d o r s f rom 6-10pm Saturday br ings t h e f u l l f e s t i v a l t o l i f e f r o m 9 a m - 7 p m w i t h a r t s amp c r a f t s music acts featured al l day long p lay ing the bes t in b luegrass o ld t ime gospe l and count r y m u s i c c i v i l w a r r e e n a c t -ments food non-prof i t s k ids
act iv i t ies s t reet per formers a Christmas tree judging contest t ree ba i l ing compet i t ions and wreath making demonstrations wwwchr is tmasinjuly info
Art on the Greene Fr i J u l y 1stndashSun 3rd Historic Banner Elk School Azalea Cir Banner Elk NC 28604 Ar t on the Greene f e a t u r i n g q u a l i t y h a n d - m a d e ar ts and craf ts f rom select re-gional and national artisans Art on the Greene takes place Me-morial Day weekend the Fourth of July and Labor Day weekend The festivit ies include food ven-dors and other enter ta inment wwwbannerelkcom
37th Annual Festival for the Eno S a t J u l y 2 n d 1 0 a m ndash 6 p m 5101 N Roxboro Rd Durham NC 27704 One of the regionrsquos p r e m i e r I n d e p e n d e n c e D a y celebrations the event features m o r e t h a n 6 5 p e r f o r m e r s o n f o u r s t a g e s a j u r i e d c r a f t s h o w o f 8 0 r e g i o n a l a r t i s t s loca l ch ickens and bees and h a n d s - o n f e e t - w e t a c t i v i t i e s
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Freedom Fest amp Fireworks M o n J u l y 4 t h 2 0 0 M a i n S t B r y s o n C i t y N C 2 8 7 1 3 O u r o l d - f a s h i o n e d s t r e e t f e s t i v a l b e g i n s w i t h a d e d i c a t i o n b y t h e l o c a l V F W Po s t a n d c o n t i n u e s w i t h g r e a t m u s i c t h r o u g h o u t t h e d a y T h e mus ic i s complemented by an amaz ing a r ray o f handcra f ted a r t s a n d a g r e a t c h i l d r e n rsquo s a c t i v i t i e s a r e a A n d d o n rsquo t fo rge t the PA WS dog show w a t e r m e l o n e a t i n g c o n t e s t
a n d h u l a h o o p o f f S t a y f o r the fu l l day o r re tu r n l a te r to e n j o y t h e h e a d l i n e r s h o w a t 8pm fo l lowed by a spec tacu -l a r f i r e w o r k s s h o w a t 1 0 p m wwwgrea t smok ies com
For t Braggrsquos 4th of July Celebrat ion M o n J u l y 4 t h M a i n Po s t Pa r a d e F i e l d 1 1 - 2 5 C a p r o n S t F o r t B r a g g N C 2 8 3 0 7 A c t i v i t i e s i n c l u d e s o m e o f t o d a y rsquo s h o t t e s t m u s i c a l a c t s p a r a c h u t e f r e e - f a l l d e m o n s t r a t i o n s t h e p o p u l a r f l a g c e r e m o n y f i r e w o r k s a n d f o o d a n d b e v e r a g e s A t t e n d e e s a r e e n c o u r a g e d t o a r r i v e e a r l y d u e t o h e a v y t r a f f i c f l o w w w w b r a g g a r m y m w r c o m
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I ndependenc e D ay Ce l -ebration at Old Salem Mon J u l y 4 t h 9 0 0 O l d S a l e m R d W i n s t o n - S a l e m N C 2 7 1 0 1 E n j o y 4 t h o f J u l y f e s t i v i t i e s a t t h e s i t e o f t h e n a t i o n rsquo s f i r s t o f f i c i a l I n d e p e n d e n c e D a y C e l e b r a t i o n O l d S a l e m Museums amp Gardens A na tu -ra l izat ion ceremony hands- on a c t i v i t i e s h i s t o r i c M o r a v i a n t rad i t ions and pat r io t ic music a l l welcome family and f r iends to the historic distr ict of Salem wwwoldsalemorg
Annual 4th of July Celebra-tion at the Orchard Mon July 4 th 1025 Or chard Rd Sp r uce Pine NC 28777 Free music from 11-430 Admission for the meal is a dish to share large enough for your party with some extra for the music ians who wi l l be enterta ining al l day In place of the covered d i sh gues t s may pay $12 per meal The Orchard provides fresh barbecue water i c e d t e a a n d p a p e r g o o d s wwwal tapassorchardcom
61st Annual Grandfather Mountain Highland Games amp Gathering of the Clans Thu July 7thndashSun 10th MacRae M e a d o w s 2 2 1 L i n v i l l e A v e L inv i l le NC 28646 Grab your k i l t Brawny ath le tes de l icate d a n c e r s b a g p i p e b a n d s parades rock ing Cel t ic music a n d a s p e c t a c u l a r h i g h l a n d s e t t i n g m a k e t h i s c o l o r f u l celebrat ion of Scot t ish cul ture t h e b e s t h i g h l a n d g a m e s i n America Vis i t the her i tage tent
to research your family tree and then head to the merchant tents to f ind your fami ly tar tan Set up your lawn chair bes ide the rev iewing s tand to watch the p a r a d e s g o b y o r s e t t l e i n t o the Ce l t i c Groves and g roove to rock lsquonrsquo ro l l wi th bagpipes Watch men toss telephone pole s i z e d c a b e r s e n d o v e r e n d lad ies k ick up the i r k i l t s wi th a h i g h l a n d f l i n g a n d b o r d e r co l l i e s he rd sheep wi th keen precis ion wwwgmhgorg
15th Annual NC Blackberry Festival Fr i J u l y 8 t h ndash S a t 9 t h Lenoir NC There isnrsquot anything tha t says summer be t te r than b l a c k b e r r i e s J o i n u s f o r o u r f e s t i v a l t o e n j o y t h e s m e l l s and taste of blackber r ies when o u r s c r u m p t i o u s b l a c k b e r r y c o b b l e r i s s e r v e d a f t e r o u r Wor ld rsquos L arges t Pa tchwork o f B l a c k b e r r y C o b b l e r P a r a d e ( w h i l e t h e y l a s t ) We a l s o have the Blackberr y 5K and Fun Run for you athlet ic types and Pa r k i n rsquo L o t P i c k i n g c o n t e s t s for you music lovers Enter in the blackber r y recipe contest reg is ter your young- in for the B l a c k b e r r y P r i n c e s s Pa g e a n t c h a l l e n g e y o u r s e l f i n o u r B l a c k b e r r y e a t i n g c o n t e s t s o r b r i n g y o u r i n s t r u m e n t a n d b e a c o n t e s t a n t i n t h e Pa r k i n g L o t P i c k i n rsquo c o n t e s t NCBlackber r yFest iva l com
Myrarsquos Classic amp Antique Car Cruise-In F r i J u l y 8 t h 6 p m ndash 9 p m Va l d e s e N C H e l d ever y Fr iday night at 6pm you
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a n d y o u r f a m i l y w i l l b e a b l e t o s e e a u n i q u e s e l e c t i o n o f the f inest c lass ic cars around wwwtownofvaldesecom
Coon Dog Day Festival Sa t July 9th E Main St Saluda NC 28773 A fest ive atmosphere ev-er ywhere in Saluda good food a b o u n d s a r t s amp c r a f t s a r e a and chi ldrenrsquos play Al l begins w i t h t h e C o o n D o g P a r a d e t h r o u g h d o w n t o w n a t n o o n T h e r e w i l l b e l o t s o f m u s i c per formed throughout Main St wwwsaludacom
Fine Art amp Master Crafts Fes t i va l F r i J u l y 1 5 t h ndash S a t 1 6 t h H i s t o r i c B a n n e r E l k
Elementar y School 185 Azalea Cir SE Banner Elk NC 28604 T h e j u r i e d f e s t i v a l h a s b e e n ser v ing the community with a unique ar ray of ar t for over 24 years and the combinat ion o f l imited part ic ipants and proper atmosphere has contr ibuted to the con t inued success o f the event wwwaver ycountycom
Rural Hill Food Truck Rally Fr i Ju l y 15 th 4pmndash8pm Rura l Hil l Nature Preser ve 4431 Neck Road Huntersv i l le NC 28078 A l l ages a re inv i ted to a t tend and check out the g rea t food that can be found in our local food t rucks Admiss ion to the Ral ly i s f ree but food pr ic ing
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Taproom HoursThu amp Fri 4-10
Sat 2-10Sun 12-8
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wi l l var y per t r uck menu and the re i s a $5 pa rk ing f ee pe r vehic le wwwruralhi l l net
20th Annual Chalk It Up Sat July 16th 9amndash4pm S Main S t Hendersonv i l le NC 28792 Chalk I t Up is a s idewalk chalk a r t c o n t e s t t h a t rsquo s f u n f o r t h e y o u n g a t h e a r t a n d c h i l d r e n o f a l l ages The s idewa lks o f H i s t o r i c D o w n t o w n H e n d e r -sonvi l le become the canvas for 150 ar t is ts of a l l ages drawing for pr izes and fun I t i s sa id to b e o n e o f t h e l a r g e s t o n e o f the oldest and largest chalk ar t con tes t s in the na t ion V iew-i n g l a s t s u n t i l t h e n e x t r a i n wwwnarniastudioscom
Old Town Cornelius Jazz Festival Sa t Ju l y 16 th 4pm - 9pm Smi thv i l l e Park 19710 S Fer r y St Cornel ius NC 28031 Th is landmark event wi l l f ea -tu re some o f the a rea rsquo s mos t ear thy sou l fu l unpred ic tab le i m p r o v i s e r s o n o n e s t a g e Act iv i t ies include -S i lent Auc-t ion -Food Tr uck Court -L ocal C r a f t B r e w e r i e s A s s C l o w n B r e w i n g B a y n e B r e w i n g amp
D9 Brewing -L i ve Pa in t ing by Jus t in R Chr i s tenber y -L oca l Ar t i sans -K id Zone sponsored b y L a k e N o r m a n Y M C A wwwfbcomblovechar lot te
Mayberry Cool Cars amp Rods Cruise-In Sat July 16th 4pmndash8pm 200 N Main St Mt Air y NC 27030 The cruise-in takes place on the th i rd Sa turday o f each m o n t h f e a t u r i n g m u s i c f r o m WSYD 1300AM wi th 50s 60s and 70s oldies and classic cars on both sides of the road Bring y o u r c l a s s i c c a r i f y o u w a n t to par t ic ipate and ar r ive ear ly for the best spot on the s t reet wwwmountair ydowntownorg
12th Annual Sunday Bash Sun July 17th 12pmndash5pm Ti l ley Harley-Davidson 1226 Morland D r S t a t e s v i l l e N C 2 8 6 7 7 A s a lways 100 of the proceeds f r o m t h i s e v e n t g o t o t h e V ic tor y Junc t ion Gang Camp We rsquo l l h a v e t h e B o b K a r n e y C a l e n d a r G i r l s h e r e L a k e N o r m a n H o o t e r s G i r l s B i k e Wash L ancaster rsquos BBQ Annarsquos Sweet Treats and Ronniersquos Bike Show Keeping us rocking wi l l
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33rd Folkmoot Festival Thu Ju ly 21s tndashSun 31s t N Main S t Wa y n e s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 8 6 W i t h dozens o f per fo r mances he ld dur ing two weeks by hundreds of world dancers and musicians f rom nine countr ies Folkmoot b r i n g s t h e w o r l d rsquo s d i v e r s e cultures together Sharing tradi-t ions and learning about people a r o u n d t h e w o r l d h a s n e v e r been more exci t ing and enter -t a in ing En joy pe r fo r man c e s workshops the Parade of Na-t ions and meet the per formers wwwFolkmootUSA org
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USA Masters Games Thu July 21stndashSun 31st 1921 W Gate City B l v d G r e e n s b o r o N C 2 7 4 0 3 C o m e j o i n u s i n G r e e n s b o r o for the inaugural USA Masters G a m e s T h e g a m e s m a r k t h e l a u n c h o f a n e w m u l t i - s p o r t e v e n t f o r c o m p e t i t i v e a d u l t a t h l e t e s a g e s 2 1 a n d o v e r T h e U SA M a s t e r s G a m e s w i l l provide both a ldquonat ional-cham-p i o n s h i p - l e v e l rdquo c o m p e t i t i v e exper ience in each sport and a fun enter ta in ing env i ronment c o n d u c i v e t o m e e t i n g a n d socia l iz ing with fe l low Masters a th le tes f rom across the U S a n d o t h e r c o u n t r i e s o f t h e w o r l d ndash a S p o r t s Fe s t i v a l f o r Masters athletes and fans The USA Masters Games wil l feature Opening Ceremonies C los ing Ceremonies n ight ly enter ta in-m e n t a n d a G a m e s V i l l a g e wwwusamastersgamescom
WNC BBQ Fest iva l 2016 ndashSmokinrsquo in the Valley Fr i July 2 2 n d ndash S a t 2 3 r d M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 W i t h u p t o 4 0 c o o k e r s t h i s i s a Barbecue (BBQ) Cooking Competit ion amp K ansas City BBQ Soc ie ty Sanc t ioned event On Fr i d a y n i g h t t h e r e i s a l o c a l res taurant compet i t ion where you can be the judge Saturday a f t e r n o o n v i s i t t h e ldquo Ta s t i n rdquo Ten trdquo to sample compet i to r s rsquo entr ies Dai ly features inc lude a r t s amp c r a f t s a k i d s c o r n e r e n t e r t a i n m e n t amp b e v e r a g e sales including beer and wine wwwmaggieval leyorg
Je r don Mou nt a i n C h a l -lenge Sat Ju ly 23rd Mounta in Gateway Museum 24 Water St O ld For t NC 28762 War m-up t o t h e O R A M M o r j u s t c o m e out and r ide a 24-mi le course that doesnrsquo t have you r id ing in c i r c l e s T h i s i s b a c k - c o u n t r y r a c i n g a t i t s f i n e s t w i t h a shorter course and s t i l l a l l the a m e n i t i e s o f a l o n g d i s t a n c e endurance race This race wi l l run the same course as the ever popular Off Road Assault on Mt Mitchel l but wil l end before the f a m e d c l i m b u p C u r t i s C r e e k Road to the B lue R idge Park -way The race wi l l s t i l l tack le 3000rsquo of cl imbing more than 24 mi les as you hi t some ORAMM h i g h l i g h t s l i k e O l d H i g h w a y 7 0 K i t s u m a S t a r G a p a n d Ja r re t t C reek Ce lebra te w i th a h u g e a f t e r p a r t y c o m p l e t e w i t h p a s t a s a l a d f e a s t N e w B e l g i u m B e e r a n d S h a n n o n Ridge Wine on the picturesque G a t e w a y M u s e u m g r o u n d s wwwbluer idgeadventuresnet
Militia Muster at Fort Dobbs Sa t Ju l y 23 rd 438 For t Dobbs R d S t a t e s v i l l e N C 2 8 6 2 5 A l l m a l e s a g e s 1 6 - 6 0 w e r e r e q u i r e d b y l a w t o s e r v e i n North Carol inarsquos mi l i t ia dur ing t h e Fr e n c h a n d I n d i a n Wa r These c iv i l ians would gather at appointed t imes during the year t o p r a c t i c e m i l i t a r y d r i l l a n d could be used to quickly form an army for defense at t imes of invas ion His tor ic in terpreters representing the Rowan County m i l i t i a w i l l o f f e r o n - g o i n g
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displays of mi l i tar y camp l i fe as wel l as featured musket and cannon f i r ing demonstrat ions wwwfortdobbsorg
K-9s In Flight Sat July 23rdndashSun 31st 300 Tweets ie Rai l road Rd B lowing Rock NC 28605 Don rsquo t miss these h igh -energy p e r f o r m a n c e s s h o w c a s i n g a team of dynamic dogs in acro -bat ic f reesty le rout ines These dogs have dazz led aud iences nat ionwide a t ha l f t ime shows and on te lev is ion Fi rs t -come f i r s t - s e r v e d s e a t i n g S h o w t imes at 11am 1pm and 3pm each day wwwtweets ie com
Euro Automobile Show at Raffaldini Vineyards S u n
J u l y 2 4 t h 1 2 p m ndash 4 p m 4 5 0 G r o c e R d R o n d a N C 2 8 6 7 0 Representat ives wi l l be on-s i te t o d i s c u s s t h e s p e e d s t y l e a n d b e a u t y o f e a c h v e h i c l e Cars provided by Foreign Cars I t a l i a F i a t o f t h e Tr i a d a n d more inc lud ing Fe r ra r i F i a t M a s e r a t i a n d L a m b o r g h i n i wwwRaf fa ld ini com
Hillbilly Jam 2016 Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S a t 3 0 t h M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 T h i s a n n u a l a l l - d a y m u s i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s w e s t e r n N o r t h C a r o l i n a a n d A p p a l a -c h i a rsquo s r i c h m u s i c a l h i s t o r y and the her i tage of moonshine m a k i n g C o m e o n o u t a n d
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200-400 North Harbor Place - Davidson NC 7042373629wwwLakeNormanCottagecomNext to North Harbor Club on the water off of exit 30 I-77
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Hickor y Fur n i t ure Ma r t Furniture Festival amp Clear-ance Sale Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S u n 3 1 s t 2 2 2 0 U S H w y 7 0 S E Hickor y NC 28602 Live art isan d e m o n s t r a t i o n s a n d d i s p l a y s wi l l be se t up throughout the Mart and shoppers wi l l be able to in teract wi th f ine fur n i ture c r a f t s m e n a n d a r t i s a n s f r o m o u r r e g i o n Yo u rsquo l l a l s o f i n d t remendous sav ings and mark d o w n s o n f u r n i t u r e p i e c e s ins ide each showroom Many i tems are heavi ly discounted to make room for fa l l inventor ies Customize any furni ture order based on your speci f ic needs wwwhickor yfurni turecom
D o w n t o w n A s h e b o r o rsquo s P i gs amp Peda ls Weekend Fr i A u g u s t 5 t h ndash S a t 6 t h 1 1 5 S Faye t t ev i l l e S t Asheboro NC 27203 A K ansas Ci ty Barbeque S o c i e t y ( K C B S ) s a n c t i o n e d barbecue cooking competi t ion a f a s t - p a c e d c r i t e r i u m b i k e r a c e o p e n t o a m a t e u r s a n d pro fess iona l s a beer ga rden a n d l o c a l b a n d s t h r o u g h o u t the event Food and fun- f i l led act iv i t ies for the ent i re family wwwpigsandpedals com
60th Annual Mt Mitchell Craf ts Fa ir F r i A u g u s t 5 t h 9amndashSat 6th 5pm Town Square B u r n s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 1 4 W i t h a p p r o x i m a t e l y 2 0 0 j u r i e d c r a f t s t h i s e v e n t m o r e t h a n qua l i f i es as a c ra f t shopper rsquo s
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A Very Deceiving Destination Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
This is going to be such an awesome weekend That was the thought running through
my mind when I turned into Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge I may have been in an exceptional frame of mind from the relaxing drive to historic Plumtree North Carolina Plumtree is between Spruce Pine and Banner Elk No matter where you are departing from the last 30 minutes of your drive will take you through tree covered roads along fast moving mountain rivers amp streams
C leve amp Robin Young were exploring Western North Carolina with their daughter Lindsay and sons Cleveland William and Philip when Cleve stopped to check out the abandoned TB Vance General Store built in 1919 With much love and patience the ongoing restoration project is the operational center for the Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
The name is very deceiving to be more accurate it would have to be ldquoBlind Squirrel Brewery Lodge Bed amp Breakfast Zip Line Camping Tubing Cabin Rental Ciderworks Trout Fishing Farming Retreat Restaurant Disk Golf Event Space amp Banquet Hallrdquo
The hear t of B l ind Squir re l Brewer y amp Lodge is the ldquoLodge Familyrdquo You will not meet a single employee during your visit While the Youngrsquos own the property each person at the resort takes ownership and great pride in the vision of what Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge has the potential to become
I did have an awesome weekend Experiencing chef prepared locally grown farm to fork meals a zip line canopy tour relaxing on the porch outside the tasting room hiking to a waterfall dining along the river finding out how bad I am at disc golf did I mention the tasting room
Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge 4716 South US Hwy 19E Plumtree NC 28664
wwwblindsquirrelbrewerycom Phone 828-765-2739
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The NC High Countryrsquos Dining Destination
Banner Elk is the culinary hot spot of the North Carolina H i g h C o u n t r y W h e t h e r
yoursquore looking for a five-star meal to mark a special occasion a hearty sandwich after a day in the great outdoors or fresh sushi in a casual setting this townrsquos thriving food scene has something to offer
And summer is the perfect time to visit Banner Elk Although itrsquos just over two hours from Charlotte the resort town sits at an altitude of more than 3700 feet providing a respi te f rom the heat of the flatlands
I f y o u w a n t a t a s t e o f t h e mountains donrsquot leave without ordering fresh trout Have it for dinner at long-time favorite Banner Elk Cafe The location also houses The Lodge Espresso Bar and Eatery which has a coffeehouse vibe
After spending an af ternoon hiking or biking on nearby on Beech Mountain or Grandfather Mountain stop into Dunnrsquos Deli to refuel This New York-style deli serves mile-high clubs tuna melts and cheese-s teak sandwiches Wash it all down with a cold draft
Award-winning Cajun cuisine is available in an upscale setting at L ouis iana Purchase Food amp Spirits or check out the Bayou
Smokehouse and Grill for a more casual experience
The Pa in ted Fi sh i s known for pu t t ing a un ique twis t on recognizable dishes The menu varies from pastas ahi tuna and curried scallops to bacon chicken and southern style trout
Banner Elkrsquos premier dining experience belongs to Artisanal This elegant restaurant located i n a r e f u r b i s h e d b a r n w a s recently named one of the Top 100 restaurants in the US by O p e n Ta b l e c o m A r t i s a n a l rsquo s menu rotates regular ly to take a d v a n t a g e o f f a r m t o t a b l e ingredients and the ambience is second to none
And donrsquot skip breakfast while yoursquore in town Dunnrsquos Deli Banner Elk Cafe and SisterLees Cafeacute all serve great day-starters SisterLees is especially known for Belgian waffles stuffed crepes and scratch-made biscuits
For visitor details and a complete list of restaurants go to wwwBannerElkcom or call toll free 844-824-6777
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Thermal Valley Hang Gliding an instruction-based hang gliding experience based at Foothills
Regional Airport near Morganton hopes to re-ignite a sport that was widely popular in the 1970s
Owners Craig and Laura Pearson have operated the business since 2011 They use a tandem hang glider towed by a light sport aircraft to give instructional flights that range in height from 1500 feet up to 5000 feet and range in duration from 12-20 minutes Craig Pearson a certified glider pilot and 25-year veteran is strapped in a tandem harness with each student
ldquoWe have ground school for 15 minutes before they fly and while they are flying we teach them how to use the gliderrdquo said Laura Pearson ldquoIf a person just wants to experience it and see the scenery that is totally okay Wersquore still going to give them a lesson but theyrsquore not required to do anything strenuous or hard They are able to ride along and enjoy it
ldquoItrsquos a way that families can share a memorable experience and walk away with a positive feeling for hang gliding The whole process
has become more scientific and safer than those days in the 1970s and thatrsquos what we want people to understandrdquo
ldquoYou have to go to the Outer Banks or to Lookout Mountain in Tennessee to get tow flights like we are offeringrdquo says Laura Pearson ldquoOur situation is ideal because we get a tow and fly the hang gliders in a lot of different weather patterns whereas mountain pilots always have to have a prevail ing wind coming at themrdquo
Customers wishing to become a hang gl ider pi lot are eagerly welcomed at Thermal Valley
ldquoOur whole goal is to re-ignite the passion for hangliding in this areardquo says Craig Pearson ldquoThirty years ago there were probably more than 100 hang glider pilots in these mountains Now therersquos just a handfulrdquo
Soar Like an Eagle with Tandem Hang Gliding in Morganton
Participants must be 18 years old weigh less than 235 pounds and be 6rsquo3rdquo or shorter For details call 828-292-8289 or visit wwwthermalvalleynet
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Summer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson College
Summit Coffeersquos second loca-tion The Outpost at Davidson College is greeting summer
and the community with loads of hospitality and a farm to table menu for their special dinners and brunches The Outpost opened in 2013 in a beautifully repurposed fraternity building on campus It houses a pub coffee bar cafe and social spot for students during the school year
While the students are away for a few months a new concept of offering special events and dinners that are open to the public was born It has been a collaborative effort by Courtney Spear the director of food and Brooke Basinger The Outpost manager that has given life to this idea and together they have created all of the creative menu items The ingredients are sourced as locally as possible which means the menu will change based on what is seasonally available each week They personally visit Barbee Farms and Big Oak Farm in Cabar-rus County the Davidson Farmerrsquos
Market and Davidson Collegersquos own 3+ acre farm to select the freshest items each week The college farm which is managed by Theresa Allen uses organic non GMO seeds and no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides
The Outpos t i s the second location for Summit Coffee ownersbrothers Brian and Tim Helfrich both Davidson College graduates and Tom their father The original Summit was opened in 1998 in a 100 year old building located on Main St in Davidson In addition to the weekly dinners and brunches at The Outpost a wine dinner featuring Tuck Beckstoffer wines is scheduled for July 23rd and a beer dinner with Wicked Weed Brewery from Asheville is on August 20th
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Dinner is served on Wednesday evening 5-9 and brunch on Sunday from 9-2
The Outpost is located at 120 Patterson Circle Davidson NC 28035
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Just over a decade since the Yadkin Valley was designated an American Viticultural Area the
appellation continues to emerge as a premier wine region for the East Coast
Nowhere is that more evident than Surry County Located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley Surry and its affiliated wineries account for nearly half of Valleyrsquos more than 40 wineries
One of Surry Countyrsquos newest wineries is Adagio Vineyards Adagio chose its location in Elkin co-owner Tim Wahl says because itrsquos in the ldquoheart of North Carolina wine country with excellent growing conditions especially the foothills where we grow the grapesrdquo
Such comments are music to the ears of Charlie and Ed Shelton two brothers who came home to Surry County from Charlotte about 17 years ago with a vision to plant grape vines to grow the arearsquos economy
The Sheltons opened Shelton Vineyards in 1999 and spearheaded the push to get a federal AVA designation which was awarded in 2003
One of the things that encouraged the brothers was the geographic location of the Yadkin Valley home to elevations and growing seasons favorable for vineyards
ldquoThe soil conditions here are very idealrdquo says Charlie Shelton ldquoOur soil conditions are almost identical to Burgundy Francerdquo
Louis Jeroslow winemaker at Elkin Creek Vineyards echoes that statement
The Yadkin Valley is very much like Old World Europe Itrsquos l ike stepping into France and Spain and Italy right here in the foothills of North Carolinardquo says Jeroslow ldquoItrsquos actually very ancient topography The Appalachian Mountains are as old as the Himalayas but the soil is very much like Tuscany our latitude is in line with Sicily and our climate is most of all like Bordeaux Our vineyard practices in the region are modeled after Bordeauxrdquo
Winemaking has always been a passion for North Carolina native Jason Wiseman That passion led him
Yadkin Valley Wine Country Emerges In Surry County
photo by Travis Dove
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to the Napa Valley in the early 2000s but the emergence of the Yadkin Valley brought him home to Brushy Mountain Winery in 2006
ldquoWe started to see promise in the wine industry Small boutique wineries opened up and we saw these small guys making fantastic winesrdquo Wiseman explains ldquoAt that point I knew my directionrdquo
The traditional-style grapes that grow well in the Yadkin Valley are Merlot Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Sangiovese Chardonnay Riesling Viognier Sauvignon Blanc and Petit Verdot
For info on winerieswine tourism in Surry County go to wwwYadkinValleyNCcom
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Ghostface Brewing
North Carolinians have always enjoyed trips to Mooresville either for a lazy day on the
lake to explore the of history of stock car racing or to take a short jaunt back to the 50rsquos down the colloquial Main Street In addition to the usual favorite activities Ghostface Brewing is a fresh destination that is rapidly making its way up the townrsquos lsquomust dorsquo bucket list Itrsquos a new business amidst the charming antique side of the city but it pays homage to itrsquos history by proudly sporting old bricks and beams collected from the original on-site structure In fact if you pay the brewery a visit and inevitably enjoy yourself you can buy one of the bricks and have your name permanently affixed to walls of this unique establishment Of course the part industrial part medieval style of this watering hole is not itrsquos number one claim to excite the masses- people are rushing to Ghostface for the beer
With over 20 brews on tap there is something to entice every beer lover from every part of the state The brew masters are at the hop-helm every single day working on new and diverse drafts to insure
that the beer menu never gets stale The breweryrsquos flagship beers like the cleverly named Reapercussions IPA and the Caliginous Bourbon Barrel Stout are impressive enough to stand alone on the taps but they also have a great selection of guest drafts to add variety Ciders mead wine and gluten-reduced beers are also constantly offered to delight all of the gluten-sensitive Lake Norman destination seekers
The except ional aspects o f Ghostface Brewing seem to pile on endlesslyhellip (Did I mention that they always have two nitro drafts on tap) It is absolutely worth an outing to Mooresville to enjoy a Cuddyrsquos Irish Red over a game of cornhole Lastly if you make it to Ghostface and decide that you donrsquot want to leave Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie
Kara Werts
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Ghostface Brewing 427 East Statesville Ave Suite 100 Mooresville NC 28115 wwwghostfacebrewingcom
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131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
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LKNBTLKNBrewersTrailcom
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going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
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How To Get There
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Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
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A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINK
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paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
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Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
62 Vintage Lane Maggie Valley North Carolina 28751
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Just down the road
Uptown Lexington amp Davidson County
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DayTrip DestinationsMile High Fourth Of July Fr i July 1stndashMon 4th Beech Moun-t a i n amp B a n n e r E l k N C T h i s f i r s t - e v e r e v e n t c r e a t e s a n e x t e n d e d g e t a w a y w e e k e n d beg inn ing Fr iday Ju l y 1 and running through Monday rsquos July 4 t h h o l i d a y T h e t w o t o w n s known for coo l summer tem-peratures and warm hospital i ty a re exc i ted to co l labora te on an annual event in celebrat ion of our nat ionrsquos independence wwwMileHighFourthcom
30th Annual Christmas in July Festival Fr i Ju l y 1 s tndashSa t 2nd 2nd Ave Wes t Je f fe r son N C 2 8 6 9 4 Fr i d a y n i g h t f i n d s l ive music f rom 2 local bands p e r f o r m i n g a c o u n t r y b l u e -g r a s s a n d c l a s s i c r o c k m i x s t r e e t d a n c e amp f o o d v e n d o r s f rom 6-10pm Saturday br ings t h e f u l l f e s t i v a l t o l i f e f r o m 9 a m - 7 p m w i t h a r t s amp c r a f t s music acts featured al l day long p lay ing the bes t in b luegrass o ld t ime gospe l and count r y m u s i c c i v i l w a r r e e n a c t -ments food non-prof i t s k ids
act iv i t ies s t reet per formers a Christmas tree judging contest t ree ba i l ing compet i t ions and wreath making demonstrations wwwchr is tmasinjuly info
Art on the Greene Fr i J u l y 1stndashSun 3rd Historic Banner Elk School Azalea Cir Banner Elk NC 28604 Ar t on the Greene f e a t u r i n g q u a l i t y h a n d - m a d e ar ts and craf ts f rom select re-gional and national artisans Art on the Greene takes place Me-morial Day weekend the Fourth of July and Labor Day weekend The festivit ies include food ven-dors and other enter ta inment wwwbannerelkcom
37th Annual Festival for the Eno S a t J u l y 2 n d 1 0 a m ndash 6 p m 5101 N Roxboro Rd Durham NC 27704 One of the regionrsquos p r e m i e r I n d e p e n d e n c e D a y celebrations the event features m o r e t h a n 6 5 p e r f o r m e r s o n f o u r s t a g e s a j u r i e d c r a f t s h o w o f 8 0 r e g i o n a l a r t i s t s loca l ch ickens and bees and h a n d s - o n f e e t - w e t a c t i v i t i e s
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Destinationson the banks of the Eno River Sweetwater Brewing Company w i l l s p o n s o r a B e e r G a r d e n s i tuated on the lawn of the his-tor ic McCown-Mangum house wwwenoriverorg
Freedom Fest amp Fireworks M o n J u l y 4 t h 2 0 0 M a i n S t B r y s o n C i t y N C 2 8 7 1 3 O u r o l d - f a s h i o n e d s t r e e t f e s t i v a l b e g i n s w i t h a d e d i c a t i o n b y t h e l o c a l V F W Po s t a n d c o n t i n u e s w i t h g r e a t m u s i c t h r o u g h o u t t h e d a y T h e mus ic i s complemented by an amaz ing a r ray o f handcra f ted a r t s a n d a g r e a t c h i l d r e n rsquo s a c t i v i t i e s a r e a A n d d o n rsquo t fo rge t the PA WS dog show w a t e r m e l o n e a t i n g c o n t e s t
a n d h u l a h o o p o f f S t a y f o r the fu l l day o r re tu r n l a te r to e n j o y t h e h e a d l i n e r s h o w a t 8pm fo l lowed by a spec tacu -l a r f i r e w o r k s s h o w a t 1 0 p m wwwgrea t smok ies com
For t Braggrsquos 4th of July Celebrat ion M o n J u l y 4 t h M a i n Po s t Pa r a d e F i e l d 1 1 - 2 5 C a p r o n S t F o r t B r a g g N C 2 8 3 0 7 A c t i v i t i e s i n c l u d e s o m e o f t o d a y rsquo s h o t t e s t m u s i c a l a c t s p a r a c h u t e f r e e - f a l l d e m o n s t r a t i o n s t h e p o p u l a r f l a g c e r e m o n y f i r e w o r k s a n d f o o d a n d b e v e r a g e s A t t e n d e e s a r e e n c o u r a g e d t o a r r i v e e a r l y d u e t o h e a v y t r a f f i c f l o w w w w b r a g g a r m y m w r c o m
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I ndependenc e D ay Ce l -ebration at Old Salem Mon J u l y 4 t h 9 0 0 O l d S a l e m R d W i n s t o n - S a l e m N C 2 7 1 0 1 E n j o y 4 t h o f J u l y f e s t i v i t i e s a t t h e s i t e o f t h e n a t i o n rsquo s f i r s t o f f i c i a l I n d e p e n d e n c e D a y C e l e b r a t i o n O l d S a l e m Museums amp Gardens A na tu -ra l izat ion ceremony hands- on a c t i v i t i e s h i s t o r i c M o r a v i a n t rad i t ions and pat r io t ic music a l l welcome family and f r iends to the historic distr ict of Salem wwwoldsalemorg
Annual 4th of July Celebra-tion at the Orchard Mon July 4 th 1025 Or chard Rd Sp r uce Pine NC 28777 Free music from 11-430 Admission for the meal is a dish to share large enough for your party with some extra for the music ians who wi l l be enterta ining al l day In place of the covered d i sh gues t s may pay $12 per meal The Orchard provides fresh barbecue water i c e d t e a a n d p a p e r g o o d s wwwal tapassorchardcom
61st Annual Grandfather Mountain Highland Games amp Gathering of the Clans Thu July 7thndashSun 10th MacRae M e a d o w s 2 2 1 L i n v i l l e A v e L inv i l le NC 28646 Grab your k i l t Brawny ath le tes de l icate d a n c e r s b a g p i p e b a n d s parades rock ing Cel t ic music a n d a s p e c t a c u l a r h i g h l a n d s e t t i n g m a k e t h i s c o l o r f u l celebrat ion of Scot t ish cul ture t h e b e s t h i g h l a n d g a m e s i n America Vis i t the her i tage tent
to research your family tree and then head to the merchant tents to f ind your fami ly tar tan Set up your lawn chair bes ide the rev iewing s tand to watch the p a r a d e s g o b y o r s e t t l e i n t o the Ce l t i c Groves and g roove to rock lsquonrsquo ro l l wi th bagpipes Watch men toss telephone pole s i z e d c a b e r s e n d o v e r e n d lad ies k ick up the i r k i l t s wi th a h i g h l a n d f l i n g a n d b o r d e r co l l i e s he rd sheep wi th keen precis ion wwwgmhgorg
15th Annual NC Blackberry Festival Fr i J u l y 8 t h ndash S a t 9 t h Lenoir NC There isnrsquot anything tha t says summer be t te r than b l a c k b e r r i e s J o i n u s f o r o u r f e s t i v a l t o e n j o y t h e s m e l l s and taste of blackber r ies when o u r s c r u m p t i o u s b l a c k b e r r y c o b b l e r i s s e r v e d a f t e r o u r Wor ld rsquos L arges t Pa tchwork o f B l a c k b e r r y C o b b l e r P a r a d e ( w h i l e t h e y l a s t ) We a l s o have the Blackberr y 5K and Fun Run for you athlet ic types and Pa r k i n rsquo L o t P i c k i n g c o n t e s t s for you music lovers Enter in the blackber r y recipe contest reg is ter your young- in for the B l a c k b e r r y P r i n c e s s Pa g e a n t c h a l l e n g e y o u r s e l f i n o u r B l a c k b e r r y e a t i n g c o n t e s t s o r b r i n g y o u r i n s t r u m e n t a n d b e a c o n t e s t a n t i n t h e Pa r k i n g L o t P i c k i n rsquo c o n t e s t NCBlackber r yFest iva l com
Myrarsquos Classic amp Antique Car Cruise-In F r i J u l y 8 t h 6 p m ndash 9 p m Va l d e s e N C H e l d ever y Fr iday night at 6pm you
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a n d y o u r f a m i l y w i l l b e a b l e t o s e e a u n i q u e s e l e c t i o n o f the f inest c lass ic cars around wwwtownofvaldesecom
Coon Dog Day Festival Sa t July 9th E Main St Saluda NC 28773 A fest ive atmosphere ev-er ywhere in Saluda good food a b o u n d s a r t s amp c r a f t s a r e a and chi ldrenrsquos play Al l begins w i t h t h e C o o n D o g P a r a d e t h r o u g h d o w n t o w n a t n o o n T h e r e w i l l b e l o t s o f m u s i c per formed throughout Main St wwwsaludacom
Fine Art amp Master Crafts Fes t i va l F r i J u l y 1 5 t h ndash S a t 1 6 t h H i s t o r i c B a n n e r E l k
Elementar y School 185 Azalea Cir SE Banner Elk NC 28604 T h e j u r i e d f e s t i v a l h a s b e e n ser v ing the community with a unique ar ray of ar t for over 24 years and the combinat ion o f l imited part ic ipants and proper atmosphere has contr ibuted to the con t inued success o f the event wwwaver ycountycom
Rural Hill Food Truck Rally Fr i Ju l y 15 th 4pmndash8pm Rura l Hil l Nature Preser ve 4431 Neck Road Huntersv i l le NC 28078 A l l ages a re inv i ted to a t tend and check out the g rea t food that can be found in our local food t rucks Admiss ion to the Ral ly i s f ree but food pr ic ing
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Taproom HoursThu amp Fri 4-10
Sat 2-10Sun 12-8
19507 W Catawba Ave Cornelius NC | Baynebrewcom
The Bayne Brewing Company is a family-owned nano brewery based out of Cornelius NC Our flavors range from the traditional to the unique and each beer is brewed with only the highest quality ingredients
Visit our taproom
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wi l l var y per t r uck menu and the re i s a $5 pa rk ing f ee pe r vehic le wwwruralhi l l net
20th Annual Chalk It Up Sat July 16th 9amndash4pm S Main S t Hendersonv i l le NC 28792 Chalk I t Up is a s idewalk chalk a r t c o n t e s t t h a t rsquo s f u n f o r t h e y o u n g a t h e a r t a n d c h i l d r e n o f a l l ages The s idewa lks o f H i s t o r i c D o w n t o w n H e n d e r -sonvi l le become the canvas for 150 ar t is ts of a l l ages drawing for pr izes and fun I t i s sa id to b e o n e o f t h e l a r g e s t o n e o f the oldest and largest chalk ar t con tes t s in the na t ion V iew-i n g l a s t s u n t i l t h e n e x t r a i n wwwnarniastudioscom
Old Town Cornelius Jazz Festival Sa t Ju l y 16 th 4pm - 9pm Smi thv i l l e Park 19710 S Fer r y St Cornel ius NC 28031 Th is landmark event wi l l f ea -tu re some o f the a rea rsquo s mos t ear thy sou l fu l unpred ic tab le i m p r o v i s e r s o n o n e s t a g e Act iv i t ies include -S i lent Auc-t ion -Food Tr uck Court -L ocal C r a f t B r e w e r i e s A s s C l o w n B r e w i n g B a y n e B r e w i n g amp
D9 Brewing -L i ve Pa in t ing by Jus t in R Chr i s tenber y -L oca l Ar t i sans -K id Zone sponsored b y L a k e N o r m a n Y M C A wwwfbcomblovechar lot te
Mayberry Cool Cars amp Rods Cruise-In Sat July 16th 4pmndash8pm 200 N Main St Mt Air y NC 27030 The cruise-in takes place on the th i rd Sa turday o f each m o n t h f e a t u r i n g m u s i c f r o m WSYD 1300AM wi th 50s 60s and 70s oldies and classic cars on both sides of the road Bring y o u r c l a s s i c c a r i f y o u w a n t to par t ic ipate and ar r ive ear ly for the best spot on the s t reet wwwmountair ydowntownorg
12th Annual Sunday Bash Sun July 17th 12pmndash5pm Ti l ley Harley-Davidson 1226 Morland D r S t a t e s v i l l e N C 2 8 6 7 7 A s a lways 100 of the proceeds f r o m t h i s e v e n t g o t o t h e V ic tor y Junc t ion Gang Camp We rsquo l l h a v e t h e B o b K a r n e y C a l e n d a r G i r l s h e r e L a k e N o r m a n H o o t e r s G i r l s B i k e Wash L ancaster rsquos BBQ Annarsquos Sweet Treats and Ronniersquos Bike Show Keeping us rocking wi l l
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UNIQUELY CRAFTED BEERS
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Food Trucks - Live Music - Pet FriendlyCheck facebook for the latest information
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be the Par t T ime Blues Band wwwt i l leyhdcom
33rd Folkmoot Festival Thu Ju ly 21s tndashSun 31s t N Main S t Wa y n e s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 8 6 W i t h dozens o f per fo r mances he ld dur ing two weeks by hundreds of world dancers and musicians f rom nine countr ies Folkmoot b r i n g s t h e w o r l d rsquo s d i v e r s e cultures together Sharing tradi-t ions and learning about people a r o u n d t h e w o r l d h a s n e v e r been more exci t ing and enter -t a in ing En joy pe r fo r man c e s workshops the Parade of Na-t ions and meet the per formers wwwFolkmootUSA org
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Antique Car Restoration
Complete Turnkey Hot Rods
Custom Motorcycles
Chassis Fabrication
Custom Body Fabrication
Mooresville NC 704 363 0722704 363 0722107 Uppercrest Dr 28117
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Conveniently located for all LKN visitors Perfect for the entire family
20930 Torrence Chapel Rd Cornelius Just west of I-77 exit 28
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USA Masters Games Thu July 21stndashSun 31st 1921 W Gate City B l v d G r e e n s b o r o N C 2 7 4 0 3 C o m e j o i n u s i n G r e e n s b o r o for the inaugural USA Masters G a m e s T h e g a m e s m a r k t h e l a u n c h o f a n e w m u l t i - s p o r t e v e n t f o r c o m p e t i t i v e a d u l t a t h l e t e s a g e s 2 1 a n d o v e r T h e U SA M a s t e r s G a m e s w i l l provide both a ldquonat ional-cham-p i o n s h i p - l e v e l rdquo c o m p e t i t i v e exper ience in each sport and a fun enter ta in ing env i ronment c o n d u c i v e t o m e e t i n g a n d socia l iz ing with fe l low Masters a th le tes f rom across the U S a n d o t h e r c o u n t r i e s o f t h e w o r l d ndash a S p o r t s Fe s t i v a l f o r Masters athletes and fans The USA Masters Games wil l feature Opening Ceremonies C los ing Ceremonies n ight ly enter ta in-m e n t a n d a G a m e s V i l l a g e wwwusamastersgamescom
WNC BBQ Fest iva l 2016 ndashSmokinrsquo in the Valley Fr i July 2 2 n d ndash S a t 2 3 r d M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 W i t h u p t o 4 0 c o o k e r s t h i s i s a Barbecue (BBQ) Cooking Competit ion amp K ansas City BBQ Soc ie ty Sanc t ioned event On Fr i d a y n i g h t t h e r e i s a l o c a l res taurant compet i t ion where you can be the judge Saturday a f t e r n o o n v i s i t t h e ldquo Ta s t i n rdquo Ten trdquo to sample compet i to r s rsquo entr ies Dai ly features inc lude a r t s amp c r a f t s a k i d s c o r n e r e n t e r t a i n m e n t amp b e v e r a g e sales including beer and wine wwwmaggieval leyorg
Je r don Mou nt a i n C h a l -lenge Sat Ju ly 23rd Mounta in Gateway Museum 24 Water St O ld For t NC 28762 War m-up t o t h e O R A M M o r j u s t c o m e out and r ide a 24-mi le course that doesnrsquo t have you r id ing in c i r c l e s T h i s i s b a c k - c o u n t r y r a c i n g a t i t s f i n e s t w i t h a shorter course and s t i l l a l l the a m e n i t i e s o f a l o n g d i s t a n c e endurance race This race wi l l run the same course as the ever popular Off Road Assault on Mt Mitchel l but wil l end before the f a m e d c l i m b u p C u r t i s C r e e k Road to the B lue R idge Park -way The race wi l l s t i l l tack le 3000rsquo of cl imbing more than 24 mi les as you hi t some ORAMM h i g h l i g h t s l i k e O l d H i g h w a y 7 0 K i t s u m a S t a r G a p a n d Ja r re t t C reek Ce lebra te w i th a h u g e a f t e r p a r t y c o m p l e t e w i t h p a s t a s a l a d f e a s t N e w B e l g i u m B e e r a n d S h a n n o n Ridge Wine on the picturesque G a t e w a y M u s e u m g r o u n d s wwwbluer idgeadventuresnet
Militia Muster at Fort Dobbs Sa t Ju l y 23 rd 438 For t Dobbs R d S t a t e s v i l l e N C 2 8 6 2 5 A l l m a l e s a g e s 1 6 - 6 0 w e r e r e q u i r e d b y l a w t o s e r v e i n North Carol inarsquos mi l i t ia dur ing t h e Fr e n c h a n d I n d i a n Wa r These c iv i l ians would gather at appointed t imes during the year t o p r a c t i c e m i l i t a r y d r i l l a n d could be used to quickly form an army for defense at t imes of invas ion His tor ic in terpreters representing the Rowan County m i l i t i a w i l l o f f e r o n - g o i n g
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displays of mi l i tar y camp l i fe as wel l as featured musket and cannon f i r ing demonstrat ions wwwfortdobbsorg
K-9s In Flight Sat July 23rdndashSun 31st 300 Tweets ie Rai l road Rd B lowing Rock NC 28605 Don rsquo t miss these h igh -energy p e r f o r m a n c e s s h o w c a s i n g a team of dynamic dogs in acro -bat ic f reesty le rout ines These dogs have dazz led aud iences nat ionwide a t ha l f t ime shows and on te lev is ion Fi rs t -come f i r s t - s e r v e d s e a t i n g S h o w t imes at 11am 1pm and 3pm each day wwwtweets ie com
Euro Automobile Show at Raffaldini Vineyards S u n
J u l y 2 4 t h 1 2 p m ndash 4 p m 4 5 0 G r o c e R d R o n d a N C 2 8 6 7 0 Representat ives wi l l be on-s i te t o d i s c u s s t h e s p e e d s t y l e a n d b e a u t y o f e a c h v e h i c l e Cars provided by Foreign Cars I t a l i a F i a t o f t h e Tr i a d a n d more inc lud ing Fe r ra r i F i a t M a s e r a t i a n d L a m b o r g h i n i wwwRaf fa ld ini com
Hillbilly Jam 2016 Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S a t 3 0 t h M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 T h i s a n n u a l a l l - d a y m u s i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s w e s t e r n N o r t h C a r o l i n a a n d A p p a l a -c h i a rsquo s r i c h m u s i c a l h i s t o r y and the her i tage of moonshine m a k i n g C o m e o n o u t a n d
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RUSTIC - Craft BeerPiano - Cigars
Wine - GiftsGourmet Snacks
200-400 North Harbor Place - Davidson NC 7042373629wwwLakeNormanCottagecomNext to North Harbor Club on the water off of exit 30 I-77
LAKE NORMANON THE WATER
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h a v e a h i l l b i l l y g o o d t i m e wwwhi l lb i l lywoodstockcom
Hickor y Fur n i t ure Ma r t Furniture Festival amp Clear-ance Sale Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S u n 3 1 s t 2 2 2 0 U S H w y 7 0 S E Hickor y NC 28602 Live art isan d e m o n s t r a t i o n s a n d d i s p l a y s wi l l be se t up throughout the Mart and shoppers wi l l be able to in teract wi th f ine fur n i ture c r a f t s m e n a n d a r t i s a n s f r o m o u r r e g i o n Yo u rsquo l l a l s o f i n d t remendous sav ings and mark d o w n s o n f u r n i t u r e p i e c e s ins ide each showroom Many i tems are heavi ly discounted to make room for fa l l inventor ies Customize any furni ture order based on your speci f ic needs wwwhickor yfurni turecom
D o w n t o w n A s h e b o r o rsquo s P i gs amp Peda ls Weekend Fr i A u g u s t 5 t h ndash S a t 6 t h 1 1 5 S Faye t t ev i l l e S t Asheboro NC 27203 A K ansas Ci ty Barbeque S o c i e t y ( K C B S ) s a n c t i o n e d barbecue cooking competi t ion a f a s t - p a c e d c r i t e r i u m b i k e r a c e o p e n t o a m a t e u r s a n d pro fess iona l s a beer ga rden a n d l o c a l b a n d s t h r o u g h o u t the event Food and fun- f i l led act iv i t ies for the ent i re family wwwpigsandpedals com
60th Annual Mt Mitchell Craf ts Fa ir F r i A u g u s t 5 t h 9amndashSat 6th 5pm Town Square B u r n s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 1 4 W i t h a p p r o x i m a t e l y 2 0 0 j u r i e d c r a f t s t h i s e v e n t m o r e t h a n qua l i f i es as a c ra f t shopper rsquo s
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EAT PLAY RELAXstaycation
davidson nc
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Restaurant RowCraft Brew
Farmers Market
Shopping
Resident ia lamp
Commercia l Real Estate
Online scheduling wwwtcornishlawcom
704-897-30618936 N Pointe Executive Park Drive
Huntersville NC 28078
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A Very Deceiving Destination Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
This is going to be such an awesome weekend That was the thought running through
my mind when I turned into Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge I may have been in an exceptional frame of mind from the relaxing drive to historic Plumtree North Carolina Plumtree is between Spruce Pine and Banner Elk No matter where you are departing from the last 30 minutes of your drive will take you through tree covered roads along fast moving mountain rivers amp streams
C leve amp Robin Young were exploring Western North Carolina with their daughter Lindsay and sons Cleveland William and Philip when Cleve stopped to check out the abandoned TB Vance General Store built in 1919 With much love and patience the ongoing restoration project is the operational center for the Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
The name is very deceiving to be more accurate it would have to be ldquoBlind Squirrel Brewery Lodge Bed amp Breakfast Zip Line Camping Tubing Cabin Rental Ciderworks Trout Fishing Farming Retreat Restaurant Disk Golf Event Space amp Banquet Hallrdquo
The hear t of B l ind Squir re l Brewer y amp Lodge is the ldquoLodge Familyrdquo You will not meet a single employee during your visit While the Youngrsquos own the property each person at the resort takes ownership and great pride in the vision of what Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge has the potential to become
I did have an awesome weekend Experiencing chef prepared locally grown farm to fork meals a zip line canopy tour relaxing on the porch outside the tasting room hiking to a waterfall dining along the river finding out how bad I am at disc golf did I mention the tasting room
Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge 4716 South US Hwy 19E Plumtree NC 28664
wwwblindsquirrelbrewerycom Phone 828-765-2739
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The NC High Countryrsquos Dining Destination
Banner Elk is the culinary hot spot of the North Carolina H i g h C o u n t r y W h e t h e r
yoursquore looking for a five-star meal to mark a special occasion a hearty sandwich after a day in the great outdoors or fresh sushi in a casual setting this townrsquos thriving food scene has something to offer
And summer is the perfect time to visit Banner Elk Although itrsquos just over two hours from Charlotte the resort town sits at an altitude of more than 3700 feet providing a respi te f rom the heat of the flatlands
I f y o u w a n t a t a s t e o f t h e mountains donrsquot leave without ordering fresh trout Have it for dinner at long-time favorite Banner Elk Cafe The location also houses The Lodge Espresso Bar and Eatery which has a coffeehouse vibe
After spending an af ternoon hiking or biking on nearby on Beech Mountain or Grandfather Mountain stop into Dunnrsquos Deli to refuel This New York-style deli serves mile-high clubs tuna melts and cheese-s teak sandwiches Wash it all down with a cold draft
Award-winning Cajun cuisine is available in an upscale setting at L ouis iana Purchase Food amp Spirits or check out the Bayou
Smokehouse and Grill for a more casual experience
The Pa in ted Fi sh i s known for pu t t ing a un ique twis t on recognizable dishes The menu varies from pastas ahi tuna and curried scallops to bacon chicken and southern style trout
Banner Elkrsquos premier dining experience belongs to Artisanal This elegant restaurant located i n a r e f u r b i s h e d b a r n w a s recently named one of the Top 100 restaurants in the US by O p e n Ta b l e c o m A r t i s a n a l rsquo s menu rotates regular ly to take a d v a n t a g e o f f a r m t o t a b l e ingredients and the ambience is second to none
And donrsquot skip breakfast while yoursquore in town Dunnrsquos Deli Banner Elk Cafe and SisterLees Cafeacute all serve great day-starters SisterLees is especially known for Belgian waffles stuffed crepes and scratch-made biscuits
For visitor details and a complete list of restaurants go to wwwBannerElkcom or call toll free 844-824-6777
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Thermal Valley Hang Gliding an instruction-based hang gliding experience based at Foothills
Regional Airport near Morganton hopes to re-ignite a sport that was widely popular in the 1970s
Owners Craig and Laura Pearson have operated the business since 2011 They use a tandem hang glider towed by a light sport aircraft to give instructional flights that range in height from 1500 feet up to 5000 feet and range in duration from 12-20 minutes Craig Pearson a certified glider pilot and 25-year veteran is strapped in a tandem harness with each student
ldquoWe have ground school for 15 minutes before they fly and while they are flying we teach them how to use the gliderrdquo said Laura Pearson ldquoIf a person just wants to experience it and see the scenery that is totally okay Wersquore still going to give them a lesson but theyrsquore not required to do anything strenuous or hard They are able to ride along and enjoy it
ldquoItrsquos a way that families can share a memorable experience and walk away with a positive feeling for hang gliding The whole process
has become more scientific and safer than those days in the 1970s and thatrsquos what we want people to understandrdquo
ldquoYou have to go to the Outer Banks or to Lookout Mountain in Tennessee to get tow flights like we are offeringrdquo says Laura Pearson ldquoOur situation is ideal because we get a tow and fly the hang gliders in a lot of different weather patterns whereas mountain pilots always have to have a prevail ing wind coming at themrdquo
Customers wishing to become a hang gl ider pi lot are eagerly welcomed at Thermal Valley
ldquoOur whole goal is to re-ignite the passion for hangliding in this areardquo says Craig Pearson ldquoThirty years ago there were probably more than 100 hang glider pilots in these mountains Now therersquos just a handfulrdquo
Soar Like an Eagle with Tandem Hang Gliding in Morganton
Participants must be 18 years old weigh less than 235 pounds and be 6rsquo3rdquo or shorter For details call 828-292-8289 or visit wwwthermalvalleynet
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Summer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson College
Summit Coffeersquos second loca-tion The Outpost at Davidson College is greeting summer
and the community with loads of hospitality and a farm to table menu for their special dinners and brunches The Outpost opened in 2013 in a beautifully repurposed fraternity building on campus It houses a pub coffee bar cafe and social spot for students during the school year
While the students are away for a few months a new concept of offering special events and dinners that are open to the public was born It has been a collaborative effort by Courtney Spear the director of food and Brooke Basinger The Outpost manager that has given life to this idea and together they have created all of the creative menu items The ingredients are sourced as locally as possible which means the menu will change based on what is seasonally available each week They personally visit Barbee Farms and Big Oak Farm in Cabar-rus County the Davidson Farmerrsquos
Market and Davidson Collegersquos own 3+ acre farm to select the freshest items each week The college farm which is managed by Theresa Allen uses organic non GMO seeds and no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides
The Outpos t i s the second location for Summit Coffee ownersbrothers Brian and Tim Helfrich both Davidson College graduates and Tom their father The original Summit was opened in 1998 in a 100 year old building located on Main St in Davidson In addition to the weekly dinners and brunches at The Outpost a wine dinner featuring Tuck Beckstoffer wines is scheduled for July 23rd and a beer dinner with Wicked Weed Brewery from Asheville is on August 20th
Teresa Blake
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Dinner is served on Wednesday evening 5-9 and brunch on Sunday from 9-2
The Outpost is located at 120 Patterson Circle Davidson NC 28035
wwwsummitcoffeecom
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Just over a decade since the Yadkin Valley was designated an American Viticultural Area the
appellation continues to emerge as a premier wine region for the East Coast
Nowhere is that more evident than Surry County Located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley Surry and its affiliated wineries account for nearly half of Valleyrsquos more than 40 wineries
One of Surry Countyrsquos newest wineries is Adagio Vineyards Adagio chose its location in Elkin co-owner Tim Wahl says because itrsquos in the ldquoheart of North Carolina wine country with excellent growing conditions especially the foothills where we grow the grapesrdquo
Such comments are music to the ears of Charlie and Ed Shelton two brothers who came home to Surry County from Charlotte about 17 years ago with a vision to plant grape vines to grow the arearsquos economy
The Sheltons opened Shelton Vineyards in 1999 and spearheaded the push to get a federal AVA designation which was awarded in 2003
One of the things that encouraged the brothers was the geographic location of the Yadkin Valley home to elevations and growing seasons favorable for vineyards
ldquoThe soil conditions here are very idealrdquo says Charlie Shelton ldquoOur soil conditions are almost identical to Burgundy Francerdquo
Louis Jeroslow winemaker at Elkin Creek Vineyards echoes that statement
The Yadkin Valley is very much like Old World Europe Itrsquos l ike stepping into France and Spain and Italy right here in the foothills of North Carolinardquo says Jeroslow ldquoItrsquos actually very ancient topography The Appalachian Mountains are as old as the Himalayas but the soil is very much like Tuscany our latitude is in line with Sicily and our climate is most of all like Bordeaux Our vineyard practices in the region are modeled after Bordeauxrdquo
Winemaking has always been a passion for North Carolina native Jason Wiseman That passion led him
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to the Napa Valley in the early 2000s but the emergence of the Yadkin Valley brought him home to Brushy Mountain Winery in 2006
ldquoWe started to see promise in the wine industry Small boutique wineries opened up and we saw these small guys making fantastic winesrdquo Wiseman explains ldquoAt that point I knew my directionrdquo
The traditional-style grapes that grow well in the Yadkin Valley are Merlot Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Sangiovese Chardonnay Riesling Viognier Sauvignon Blanc and Petit Verdot
For info on winerieswine tourism in Surry County go to wwwYadkinValleyNCcom
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Ghostface Brewing
North Carolinians have always enjoyed trips to Mooresville either for a lazy day on the
lake to explore the of history of stock car racing or to take a short jaunt back to the 50rsquos down the colloquial Main Street In addition to the usual favorite activities Ghostface Brewing is a fresh destination that is rapidly making its way up the townrsquos lsquomust dorsquo bucket list Itrsquos a new business amidst the charming antique side of the city but it pays homage to itrsquos history by proudly sporting old bricks and beams collected from the original on-site structure In fact if you pay the brewery a visit and inevitably enjoy yourself you can buy one of the bricks and have your name permanently affixed to walls of this unique establishment Of course the part industrial part medieval style of this watering hole is not itrsquos number one claim to excite the masses- people are rushing to Ghostface for the beer
With over 20 brews on tap there is something to entice every beer lover from every part of the state The brew masters are at the hop-helm every single day working on new and diverse drafts to insure
that the beer menu never gets stale The breweryrsquos flagship beers like the cleverly named Reapercussions IPA and the Caliginous Bourbon Barrel Stout are impressive enough to stand alone on the taps but they also have a great selection of guest drafts to add variety Ciders mead wine and gluten-reduced beers are also constantly offered to delight all of the gluten-sensitive Lake Norman destination seekers
The except ional aspects o f Ghostface Brewing seem to pile on endlesslyhellip (Did I mention that they always have two nitro drafts on tap) It is absolutely worth an outing to Mooresville to enjoy a Cuddyrsquos Irish Red over a game of cornhole Lastly if you make it to Ghostface and decide that you donrsquot want to leave Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie
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Ghostface Brewing 427 East Statesville Ave Suite 100 Mooresville NC 28115 wwwghostfacebrewingcom
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131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
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going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
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Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
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A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINK
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paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
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DayTrip DestinationsMile High Fourth Of July Fr i July 1stndashMon 4th Beech Moun-t a i n amp B a n n e r E l k N C T h i s f i r s t - e v e r e v e n t c r e a t e s a n e x t e n d e d g e t a w a y w e e k e n d beg inn ing Fr iday Ju l y 1 and running through Monday rsquos July 4 t h h o l i d a y T h e t w o t o w n s known for coo l summer tem-peratures and warm hospital i ty a re exc i ted to co l labora te on an annual event in celebrat ion of our nat ionrsquos independence wwwMileHighFourthcom
30th Annual Christmas in July Festival Fr i Ju l y 1 s tndashSa t 2nd 2nd Ave Wes t Je f fe r son N C 2 8 6 9 4 Fr i d a y n i g h t f i n d s l ive music f rom 2 local bands p e r f o r m i n g a c o u n t r y b l u e -g r a s s a n d c l a s s i c r o c k m i x s t r e e t d a n c e amp f o o d v e n d o r s f rom 6-10pm Saturday br ings t h e f u l l f e s t i v a l t o l i f e f r o m 9 a m - 7 p m w i t h a r t s amp c r a f t s music acts featured al l day long p lay ing the bes t in b luegrass o ld t ime gospe l and count r y m u s i c c i v i l w a r r e e n a c t -ments food non-prof i t s k ids
act iv i t ies s t reet per formers a Christmas tree judging contest t ree ba i l ing compet i t ions and wreath making demonstrations wwwchr is tmasinjuly info
Art on the Greene Fr i J u l y 1stndashSun 3rd Historic Banner Elk School Azalea Cir Banner Elk NC 28604 Ar t on the Greene f e a t u r i n g q u a l i t y h a n d - m a d e ar ts and craf ts f rom select re-gional and national artisans Art on the Greene takes place Me-morial Day weekend the Fourth of July and Labor Day weekend The festivit ies include food ven-dors and other enter ta inment wwwbannerelkcom
37th Annual Festival for the Eno S a t J u l y 2 n d 1 0 a m ndash 6 p m 5101 N Roxboro Rd Durham NC 27704 One of the regionrsquos p r e m i e r I n d e p e n d e n c e D a y celebrations the event features m o r e t h a n 6 5 p e r f o r m e r s o n f o u r s t a g e s a j u r i e d c r a f t s h o w o f 8 0 r e g i o n a l a r t i s t s loca l ch ickens and bees and h a n d s - o n f e e t - w e t a c t i v i t i e s
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Freedom Fest amp Fireworks M o n J u l y 4 t h 2 0 0 M a i n S t B r y s o n C i t y N C 2 8 7 1 3 O u r o l d - f a s h i o n e d s t r e e t f e s t i v a l b e g i n s w i t h a d e d i c a t i o n b y t h e l o c a l V F W Po s t a n d c o n t i n u e s w i t h g r e a t m u s i c t h r o u g h o u t t h e d a y T h e mus ic i s complemented by an amaz ing a r ray o f handcra f ted a r t s a n d a g r e a t c h i l d r e n rsquo s a c t i v i t i e s a r e a A n d d o n rsquo t fo rge t the PA WS dog show w a t e r m e l o n e a t i n g c o n t e s t
a n d h u l a h o o p o f f S t a y f o r the fu l l day o r re tu r n l a te r to e n j o y t h e h e a d l i n e r s h o w a t 8pm fo l lowed by a spec tacu -l a r f i r e w o r k s s h o w a t 1 0 p m wwwgrea t smok ies com
For t Braggrsquos 4th of July Celebrat ion M o n J u l y 4 t h M a i n Po s t Pa r a d e F i e l d 1 1 - 2 5 C a p r o n S t F o r t B r a g g N C 2 8 3 0 7 A c t i v i t i e s i n c l u d e s o m e o f t o d a y rsquo s h o t t e s t m u s i c a l a c t s p a r a c h u t e f r e e - f a l l d e m o n s t r a t i o n s t h e p o p u l a r f l a g c e r e m o n y f i r e w o r k s a n d f o o d a n d b e v e r a g e s A t t e n d e e s a r e e n c o u r a g e d t o a r r i v e e a r l y d u e t o h e a v y t r a f f i c f l o w w w w b r a g g a r m y m w r c o m
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121 Rolling Hill Rd bull Mooresville North Carolina
Planning on buying or listing in the CharlotteLake Norman areaCALL THE PURVIS TEAM(704) 707-6632
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I ndependenc e D ay Ce l -ebration at Old Salem Mon J u l y 4 t h 9 0 0 O l d S a l e m R d W i n s t o n - S a l e m N C 2 7 1 0 1 E n j o y 4 t h o f J u l y f e s t i v i t i e s a t t h e s i t e o f t h e n a t i o n rsquo s f i r s t o f f i c i a l I n d e p e n d e n c e D a y C e l e b r a t i o n O l d S a l e m Museums amp Gardens A na tu -ra l izat ion ceremony hands- on a c t i v i t i e s h i s t o r i c M o r a v i a n t rad i t ions and pat r io t ic music a l l welcome family and f r iends to the historic distr ict of Salem wwwoldsalemorg
Annual 4th of July Celebra-tion at the Orchard Mon July 4 th 1025 Or chard Rd Sp r uce Pine NC 28777 Free music from 11-430 Admission for the meal is a dish to share large enough for your party with some extra for the music ians who wi l l be enterta ining al l day In place of the covered d i sh gues t s may pay $12 per meal The Orchard provides fresh barbecue water i c e d t e a a n d p a p e r g o o d s wwwal tapassorchardcom
61st Annual Grandfather Mountain Highland Games amp Gathering of the Clans Thu July 7thndashSun 10th MacRae M e a d o w s 2 2 1 L i n v i l l e A v e L inv i l le NC 28646 Grab your k i l t Brawny ath le tes de l icate d a n c e r s b a g p i p e b a n d s parades rock ing Cel t ic music a n d a s p e c t a c u l a r h i g h l a n d s e t t i n g m a k e t h i s c o l o r f u l celebrat ion of Scot t ish cul ture t h e b e s t h i g h l a n d g a m e s i n America Vis i t the her i tage tent
to research your family tree and then head to the merchant tents to f ind your fami ly tar tan Set up your lawn chair bes ide the rev iewing s tand to watch the p a r a d e s g o b y o r s e t t l e i n t o the Ce l t i c Groves and g roove to rock lsquonrsquo ro l l wi th bagpipes Watch men toss telephone pole s i z e d c a b e r s e n d o v e r e n d lad ies k ick up the i r k i l t s wi th a h i g h l a n d f l i n g a n d b o r d e r co l l i e s he rd sheep wi th keen precis ion wwwgmhgorg
15th Annual NC Blackberry Festival Fr i J u l y 8 t h ndash S a t 9 t h Lenoir NC There isnrsquot anything tha t says summer be t te r than b l a c k b e r r i e s J o i n u s f o r o u r f e s t i v a l t o e n j o y t h e s m e l l s and taste of blackber r ies when o u r s c r u m p t i o u s b l a c k b e r r y c o b b l e r i s s e r v e d a f t e r o u r Wor ld rsquos L arges t Pa tchwork o f B l a c k b e r r y C o b b l e r P a r a d e ( w h i l e t h e y l a s t ) We a l s o have the Blackberr y 5K and Fun Run for you athlet ic types and Pa r k i n rsquo L o t P i c k i n g c o n t e s t s for you music lovers Enter in the blackber r y recipe contest reg is ter your young- in for the B l a c k b e r r y P r i n c e s s Pa g e a n t c h a l l e n g e y o u r s e l f i n o u r B l a c k b e r r y e a t i n g c o n t e s t s o r b r i n g y o u r i n s t r u m e n t a n d b e a c o n t e s t a n t i n t h e Pa r k i n g L o t P i c k i n rsquo c o n t e s t NCBlackber r yFest iva l com
Myrarsquos Classic amp Antique Car Cruise-In F r i J u l y 8 t h 6 p m ndash 9 p m Va l d e s e N C H e l d ever y Fr iday night at 6pm you
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a n d y o u r f a m i l y w i l l b e a b l e t o s e e a u n i q u e s e l e c t i o n o f the f inest c lass ic cars around wwwtownofvaldesecom
Coon Dog Day Festival Sa t July 9th E Main St Saluda NC 28773 A fest ive atmosphere ev-er ywhere in Saluda good food a b o u n d s a r t s amp c r a f t s a r e a and chi ldrenrsquos play Al l begins w i t h t h e C o o n D o g P a r a d e t h r o u g h d o w n t o w n a t n o o n T h e r e w i l l b e l o t s o f m u s i c per formed throughout Main St wwwsaludacom
Fine Art amp Master Crafts Fes t i va l F r i J u l y 1 5 t h ndash S a t 1 6 t h H i s t o r i c B a n n e r E l k
Elementar y School 185 Azalea Cir SE Banner Elk NC 28604 T h e j u r i e d f e s t i v a l h a s b e e n ser v ing the community with a unique ar ray of ar t for over 24 years and the combinat ion o f l imited part ic ipants and proper atmosphere has contr ibuted to the con t inued success o f the event wwwaver ycountycom
Rural Hill Food Truck Rally Fr i Ju l y 15 th 4pmndash8pm Rura l Hil l Nature Preser ve 4431 Neck Road Huntersv i l le NC 28078 A l l ages a re inv i ted to a t tend and check out the g rea t food that can be found in our local food t rucks Admiss ion to the Ral ly i s f ree but food pr ic ing
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Taproom HoursThu amp Fri 4-10
Sat 2-10Sun 12-8
19507 W Catawba Ave Cornelius NC | Baynebrewcom
The Bayne Brewing Company is a family-owned nano brewery based out of Cornelius NC Our flavors range from the traditional to the unique and each beer is brewed with only the highest quality ingredients
Visit our taproom
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wi l l var y per t r uck menu and the re i s a $5 pa rk ing f ee pe r vehic le wwwruralhi l l net
20th Annual Chalk It Up Sat July 16th 9amndash4pm S Main S t Hendersonv i l le NC 28792 Chalk I t Up is a s idewalk chalk a r t c o n t e s t t h a t rsquo s f u n f o r t h e y o u n g a t h e a r t a n d c h i l d r e n o f a l l ages The s idewa lks o f H i s t o r i c D o w n t o w n H e n d e r -sonvi l le become the canvas for 150 ar t is ts of a l l ages drawing for pr izes and fun I t i s sa id to b e o n e o f t h e l a r g e s t o n e o f the oldest and largest chalk ar t con tes t s in the na t ion V iew-i n g l a s t s u n t i l t h e n e x t r a i n wwwnarniastudioscom
Old Town Cornelius Jazz Festival Sa t Ju l y 16 th 4pm - 9pm Smi thv i l l e Park 19710 S Fer r y St Cornel ius NC 28031 Th is landmark event wi l l f ea -tu re some o f the a rea rsquo s mos t ear thy sou l fu l unpred ic tab le i m p r o v i s e r s o n o n e s t a g e Act iv i t ies include -S i lent Auc-t ion -Food Tr uck Court -L ocal C r a f t B r e w e r i e s A s s C l o w n B r e w i n g B a y n e B r e w i n g amp
D9 Brewing -L i ve Pa in t ing by Jus t in R Chr i s tenber y -L oca l Ar t i sans -K id Zone sponsored b y L a k e N o r m a n Y M C A wwwfbcomblovechar lot te
Mayberry Cool Cars amp Rods Cruise-In Sat July 16th 4pmndash8pm 200 N Main St Mt Air y NC 27030 The cruise-in takes place on the th i rd Sa turday o f each m o n t h f e a t u r i n g m u s i c f r o m WSYD 1300AM wi th 50s 60s and 70s oldies and classic cars on both sides of the road Bring y o u r c l a s s i c c a r i f y o u w a n t to par t ic ipate and ar r ive ear ly for the best spot on the s t reet wwwmountair ydowntownorg
12th Annual Sunday Bash Sun July 17th 12pmndash5pm Ti l ley Harley-Davidson 1226 Morland D r S t a t e s v i l l e N C 2 8 6 7 7 A s a lways 100 of the proceeds f r o m t h i s e v e n t g o t o t h e V ic tor y Junc t ion Gang Camp We rsquo l l h a v e t h e B o b K a r n e y C a l e n d a r G i r l s h e r e L a k e N o r m a n H o o t e r s G i r l s B i k e Wash L ancaster rsquos BBQ Annarsquos Sweet Treats and Ronniersquos Bike Show Keeping us rocking wi l l
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be the Par t T ime Blues Band wwwt i l leyhdcom
33rd Folkmoot Festival Thu Ju ly 21s tndashSun 31s t N Main S t Wa y n e s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 8 6 W i t h dozens o f per fo r mances he ld dur ing two weeks by hundreds of world dancers and musicians f rom nine countr ies Folkmoot b r i n g s t h e w o r l d rsquo s d i v e r s e cultures together Sharing tradi-t ions and learning about people a r o u n d t h e w o r l d h a s n e v e r been more exci t ing and enter -t a in ing En joy pe r fo r man c e s workshops the Parade of Na-t ions and meet the per formers wwwFolkmootUSA org
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Mooresville NC 704 363 0722704 363 0722107 Uppercrest Dr 28117
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USA Masters Games Thu July 21stndashSun 31st 1921 W Gate City B l v d G r e e n s b o r o N C 2 7 4 0 3 C o m e j o i n u s i n G r e e n s b o r o for the inaugural USA Masters G a m e s T h e g a m e s m a r k t h e l a u n c h o f a n e w m u l t i - s p o r t e v e n t f o r c o m p e t i t i v e a d u l t a t h l e t e s a g e s 2 1 a n d o v e r T h e U SA M a s t e r s G a m e s w i l l provide both a ldquonat ional-cham-p i o n s h i p - l e v e l rdquo c o m p e t i t i v e exper ience in each sport and a fun enter ta in ing env i ronment c o n d u c i v e t o m e e t i n g a n d socia l iz ing with fe l low Masters a th le tes f rom across the U S a n d o t h e r c o u n t r i e s o f t h e w o r l d ndash a S p o r t s Fe s t i v a l f o r Masters athletes and fans The USA Masters Games wil l feature Opening Ceremonies C los ing Ceremonies n ight ly enter ta in-m e n t a n d a G a m e s V i l l a g e wwwusamastersgamescom
WNC BBQ Fest iva l 2016 ndashSmokinrsquo in the Valley Fr i July 2 2 n d ndash S a t 2 3 r d M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 W i t h u p t o 4 0 c o o k e r s t h i s i s a Barbecue (BBQ) Cooking Competit ion amp K ansas City BBQ Soc ie ty Sanc t ioned event On Fr i d a y n i g h t t h e r e i s a l o c a l res taurant compet i t ion where you can be the judge Saturday a f t e r n o o n v i s i t t h e ldquo Ta s t i n rdquo Ten trdquo to sample compet i to r s rsquo entr ies Dai ly features inc lude a r t s amp c r a f t s a k i d s c o r n e r e n t e r t a i n m e n t amp b e v e r a g e sales including beer and wine wwwmaggieval leyorg
Je r don Mou nt a i n C h a l -lenge Sat Ju ly 23rd Mounta in Gateway Museum 24 Water St O ld For t NC 28762 War m-up t o t h e O R A M M o r j u s t c o m e out and r ide a 24-mi le course that doesnrsquo t have you r id ing in c i r c l e s T h i s i s b a c k - c o u n t r y r a c i n g a t i t s f i n e s t w i t h a shorter course and s t i l l a l l the a m e n i t i e s o f a l o n g d i s t a n c e endurance race This race wi l l run the same course as the ever popular Off Road Assault on Mt Mitchel l but wil l end before the f a m e d c l i m b u p C u r t i s C r e e k Road to the B lue R idge Park -way The race wi l l s t i l l tack le 3000rsquo of cl imbing more than 24 mi les as you hi t some ORAMM h i g h l i g h t s l i k e O l d H i g h w a y 7 0 K i t s u m a S t a r G a p a n d Ja r re t t C reek Ce lebra te w i th a h u g e a f t e r p a r t y c o m p l e t e w i t h p a s t a s a l a d f e a s t N e w B e l g i u m B e e r a n d S h a n n o n Ridge Wine on the picturesque G a t e w a y M u s e u m g r o u n d s wwwbluer idgeadventuresnet
Militia Muster at Fort Dobbs Sa t Ju l y 23 rd 438 For t Dobbs R d S t a t e s v i l l e N C 2 8 6 2 5 A l l m a l e s a g e s 1 6 - 6 0 w e r e r e q u i r e d b y l a w t o s e r v e i n North Carol inarsquos mi l i t ia dur ing t h e Fr e n c h a n d I n d i a n Wa r These c iv i l ians would gather at appointed t imes during the year t o p r a c t i c e m i l i t a r y d r i l l a n d could be used to quickly form an army for defense at t imes of invas ion His tor ic in terpreters representing the Rowan County m i l i t i a w i l l o f f e r o n - g o i n g
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C U LT U R A LG R O U P
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displays of mi l i tar y camp l i fe as wel l as featured musket and cannon f i r ing demonstrat ions wwwfortdobbsorg
K-9s In Flight Sat July 23rdndashSun 31st 300 Tweets ie Rai l road Rd B lowing Rock NC 28605 Don rsquo t miss these h igh -energy p e r f o r m a n c e s s h o w c a s i n g a team of dynamic dogs in acro -bat ic f reesty le rout ines These dogs have dazz led aud iences nat ionwide a t ha l f t ime shows and on te lev is ion Fi rs t -come f i r s t - s e r v e d s e a t i n g S h o w t imes at 11am 1pm and 3pm each day wwwtweets ie com
Euro Automobile Show at Raffaldini Vineyards S u n
J u l y 2 4 t h 1 2 p m ndash 4 p m 4 5 0 G r o c e R d R o n d a N C 2 8 6 7 0 Representat ives wi l l be on-s i te t o d i s c u s s t h e s p e e d s t y l e a n d b e a u t y o f e a c h v e h i c l e Cars provided by Foreign Cars I t a l i a F i a t o f t h e Tr i a d a n d more inc lud ing Fe r ra r i F i a t M a s e r a t i a n d L a m b o r g h i n i wwwRaf fa ld ini com
Hillbilly Jam 2016 Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S a t 3 0 t h M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 T h i s a n n u a l a l l - d a y m u s i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s w e s t e r n N o r t h C a r o l i n a a n d A p p a l a -c h i a rsquo s r i c h m u s i c a l h i s t o r y and the her i tage of moonshine m a k i n g C o m e o n o u t a n d
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RUSTIC - Craft BeerPiano - Cigars
Wine - GiftsGourmet Snacks
200-400 North Harbor Place - Davidson NC 7042373629wwwLakeNormanCottagecomNext to North Harbor Club on the water off of exit 30 I-77
LAKE NORMANON THE WATER
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h a v e a h i l l b i l l y g o o d t i m e wwwhi l lb i l lywoodstockcom
Hickor y Fur n i t ure Ma r t Furniture Festival amp Clear-ance Sale Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S u n 3 1 s t 2 2 2 0 U S H w y 7 0 S E Hickor y NC 28602 Live art isan d e m o n s t r a t i o n s a n d d i s p l a y s wi l l be se t up throughout the Mart and shoppers wi l l be able to in teract wi th f ine fur n i ture c r a f t s m e n a n d a r t i s a n s f r o m o u r r e g i o n Yo u rsquo l l a l s o f i n d t remendous sav ings and mark d o w n s o n f u r n i t u r e p i e c e s ins ide each showroom Many i tems are heavi ly discounted to make room for fa l l inventor ies Customize any furni ture order based on your speci f ic needs wwwhickor yfurni turecom
D o w n t o w n A s h e b o r o rsquo s P i gs amp Peda ls Weekend Fr i A u g u s t 5 t h ndash S a t 6 t h 1 1 5 S Faye t t ev i l l e S t Asheboro NC 27203 A K ansas Ci ty Barbeque S o c i e t y ( K C B S ) s a n c t i o n e d barbecue cooking competi t ion a f a s t - p a c e d c r i t e r i u m b i k e r a c e o p e n t o a m a t e u r s a n d pro fess iona l s a beer ga rden a n d l o c a l b a n d s t h r o u g h o u t the event Food and fun- f i l led act iv i t ies for the ent i re family wwwpigsandpedals com
60th Annual Mt Mitchell Craf ts Fa ir F r i A u g u s t 5 t h 9amndashSat 6th 5pm Town Square B u r n s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 1 4 W i t h a p p r o x i m a t e l y 2 0 0 j u r i e d c r a f t s t h i s e v e n t m o r e t h a n qua l i f i es as a c ra f t shopper rsquo s
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Farmers Market
Shopping
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Online scheduling wwwtcornishlawcom
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Huntersville NC 28078
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A Very Deceiving Destination Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
This is going to be such an awesome weekend That was the thought running through
my mind when I turned into Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge I may have been in an exceptional frame of mind from the relaxing drive to historic Plumtree North Carolina Plumtree is between Spruce Pine and Banner Elk No matter where you are departing from the last 30 minutes of your drive will take you through tree covered roads along fast moving mountain rivers amp streams
C leve amp Robin Young were exploring Western North Carolina with their daughter Lindsay and sons Cleveland William and Philip when Cleve stopped to check out the abandoned TB Vance General Store built in 1919 With much love and patience the ongoing restoration project is the operational center for the Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
The name is very deceiving to be more accurate it would have to be ldquoBlind Squirrel Brewery Lodge Bed amp Breakfast Zip Line Camping Tubing Cabin Rental Ciderworks Trout Fishing Farming Retreat Restaurant Disk Golf Event Space amp Banquet Hallrdquo
The hear t of B l ind Squir re l Brewer y amp Lodge is the ldquoLodge Familyrdquo You will not meet a single employee during your visit While the Youngrsquos own the property each person at the resort takes ownership and great pride in the vision of what Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge has the potential to become
I did have an awesome weekend Experiencing chef prepared locally grown farm to fork meals a zip line canopy tour relaxing on the porch outside the tasting room hiking to a waterfall dining along the river finding out how bad I am at disc golf did I mention the tasting room
Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge 4716 South US Hwy 19E Plumtree NC 28664
wwwblindsquirrelbrewerycom Phone 828-765-2739
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The NC High Countryrsquos Dining Destination
Banner Elk is the culinary hot spot of the North Carolina H i g h C o u n t r y W h e t h e r
yoursquore looking for a five-star meal to mark a special occasion a hearty sandwich after a day in the great outdoors or fresh sushi in a casual setting this townrsquos thriving food scene has something to offer
And summer is the perfect time to visit Banner Elk Although itrsquos just over two hours from Charlotte the resort town sits at an altitude of more than 3700 feet providing a respi te f rom the heat of the flatlands
I f y o u w a n t a t a s t e o f t h e mountains donrsquot leave without ordering fresh trout Have it for dinner at long-time favorite Banner Elk Cafe The location also houses The Lodge Espresso Bar and Eatery which has a coffeehouse vibe
After spending an af ternoon hiking or biking on nearby on Beech Mountain or Grandfather Mountain stop into Dunnrsquos Deli to refuel This New York-style deli serves mile-high clubs tuna melts and cheese-s teak sandwiches Wash it all down with a cold draft
Award-winning Cajun cuisine is available in an upscale setting at L ouis iana Purchase Food amp Spirits or check out the Bayou
Smokehouse and Grill for a more casual experience
The Pa in ted Fi sh i s known for pu t t ing a un ique twis t on recognizable dishes The menu varies from pastas ahi tuna and curried scallops to bacon chicken and southern style trout
Banner Elkrsquos premier dining experience belongs to Artisanal This elegant restaurant located i n a r e f u r b i s h e d b a r n w a s recently named one of the Top 100 restaurants in the US by O p e n Ta b l e c o m A r t i s a n a l rsquo s menu rotates regular ly to take a d v a n t a g e o f f a r m t o t a b l e ingredients and the ambience is second to none
And donrsquot skip breakfast while yoursquore in town Dunnrsquos Deli Banner Elk Cafe and SisterLees Cafeacute all serve great day-starters SisterLees is especially known for Belgian waffles stuffed crepes and scratch-made biscuits
For visitor details and a complete list of restaurants go to wwwBannerElkcom or call toll free 844-824-6777
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Thermal Valley Hang Gliding an instruction-based hang gliding experience based at Foothills
Regional Airport near Morganton hopes to re-ignite a sport that was widely popular in the 1970s
Owners Craig and Laura Pearson have operated the business since 2011 They use a tandem hang glider towed by a light sport aircraft to give instructional flights that range in height from 1500 feet up to 5000 feet and range in duration from 12-20 minutes Craig Pearson a certified glider pilot and 25-year veteran is strapped in a tandem harness with each student
ldquoWe have ground school for 15 minutes before they fly and while they are flying we teach them how to use the gliderrdquo said Laura Pearson ldquoIf a person just wants to experience it and see the scenery that is totally okay Wersquore still going to give them a lesson but theyrsquore not required to do anything strenuous or hard They are able to ride along and enjoy it
ldquoItrsquos a way that families can share a memorable experience and walk away with a positive feeling for hang gliding The whole process
has become more scientific and safer than those days in the 1970s and thatrsquos what we want people to understandrdquo
ldquoYou have to go to the Outer Banks or to Lookout Mountain in Tennessee to get tow flights like we are offeringrdquo says Laura Pearson ldquoOur situation is ideal because we get a tow and fly the hang gliders in a lot of different weather patterns whereas mountain pilots always have to have a prevail ing wind coming at themrdquo
Customers wishing to become a hang gl ider pi lot are eagerly welcomed at Thermal Valley
ldquoOur whole goal is to re-ignite the passion for hangliding in this areardquo says Craig Pearson ldquoThirty years ago there were probably more than 100 hang glider pilots in these mountains Now therersquos just a handfulrdquo
Soar Like an Eagle with Tandem Hang Gliding in Morganton
Participants must be 18 years old weigh less than 235 pounds and be 6rsquo3rdquo or shorter For details call 828-292-8289 or visit wwwthermalvalleynet
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Summer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson College
Summit Coffeersquos second loca-tion The Outpost at Davidson College is greeting summer
and the community with loads of hospitality and a farm to table menu for their special dinners and brunches The Outpost opened in 2013 in a beautifully repurposed fraternity building on campus It houses a pub coffee bar cafe and social spot for students during the school year
While the students are away for a few months a new concept of offering special events and dinners that are open to the public was born It has been a collaborative effort by Courtney Spear the director of food and Brooke Basinger The Outpost manager that has given life to this idea and together they have created all of the creative menu items The ingredients are sourced as locally as possible which means the menu will change based on what is seasonally available each week They personally visit Barbee Farms and Big Oak Farm in Cabar-rus County the Davidson Farmerrsquos
Market and Davidson Collegersquos own 3+ acre farm to select the freshest items each week The college farm which is managed by Theresa Allen uses organic non GMO seeds and no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides
The Outpos t i s the second location for Summit Coffee ownersbrothers Brian and Tim Helfrich both Davidson College graduates and Tom their father The original Summit was opened in 1998 in a 100 year old building located on Main St in Davidson In addition to the weekly dinners and brunches at The Outpost a wine dinner featuring Tuck Beckstoffer wines is scheduled for July 23rd and a beer dinner with Wicked Weed Brewery from Asheville is on August 20th
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Dinner is served on Wednesday evening 5-9 and brunch on Sunday from 9-2
The Outpost is located at 120 Patterson Circle Davidson NC 28035
wwwsummitcoffeecom
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Just over a decade since the Yadkin Valley was designated an American Viticultural Area the
appellation continues to emerge as a premier wine region for the East Coast
Nowhere is that more evident than Surry County Located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley Surry and its affiliated wineries account for nearly half of Valleyrsquos more than 40 wineries
One of Surry Countyrsquos newest wineries is Adagio Vineyards Adagio chose its location in Elkin co-owner Tim Wahl says because itrsquos in the ldquoheart of North Carolina wine country with excellent growing conditions especially the foothills where we grow the grapesrdquo
Such comments are music to the ears of Charlie and Ed Shelton two brothers who came home to Surry County from Charlotte about 17 years ago with a vision to plant grape vines to grow the arearsquos economy
The Sheltons opened Shelton Vineyards in 1999 and spearheaded the push to get a federal AVA designation which was awarded in 2003
One of the things that encouraged the brothers was the geographic location of the Yadkin Valley home to elevations and growing seasons favorable for vineyards
ldquoThe soil conditions here are very idealrdquo says Charlie Shelton ldquoOur soil conditions are almost identical to Burgundy Francerdquo
Louis Jeroslow winemaker at Elkin Creek Vineyards echoes that statement
The Yadkin Valley is very much like Old World Europe Itrsquos l ike stepping into France and Spain and Italy right here in the foothills of North Carolinardquo says Jeroslow ldquoItrsquos actually very ancient topography The Appalachian Mountains are as old as the Himalayas but the soil is very much like Tuscany our latitude is in line with Sicily and our climate is most of all like Bordeaux Our vineyard practices in the region are modeled after Bordeauxrdquo
Winemaking has always been a passion for North Carolina native Jason Wiseman That passion led him
Yadkin Valley Wine Country Emerges In Surry County
photo by Travis Dove
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to the Napa Valley in the early 2000s but the emergence of the Yadkin Valley brought him home to Brushy Mountain Winery in 2006
ldquoWe started to see promise in the wine industry Small boutique wineries opened up and we saw these small guys making fantastic winesrdquo Wiseman explains ldquoAt that point I knew my directionrdquo
The traditional-style grapes that grow well in the Yadkin Valley are Merlot Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Sangiovese Chardonnay Riesling Viognier Sauvignon Blanc and Petit Verdot
For info on winerieswine tourism in Surry County go to wwwYadkinValleyNCcom
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Ghostface Brewing
North Carolinians have always enjoyed trips to Mooresville either for a lazy day on the
lake to explore the of history of stock car racing or to take a short jaunt back to the 50rsquos down the colloquial Main Street In addition to the usual favorite activities Ghostface Brewing is a fresh destination that is rapidly making its way up the townrsquos lsquomust dorsquo bucket list Itrsquos a new business amidst the charming antique side of the city but it pays homage to itrsquos history by proudly sporting old bricks and beams collected from the original on-site structure In fact if you pay the brewery a visit and inevitably enjoy yourself you can buy one of the bricks and have your name permanently affixed to walls of this unique establishment Of course the part industrial part medieval style of this watering hole is not itrsquos number one claim to excite the masses- people are rushing to Ghostface for the beer
With over 20 brews on tap there is something to entice every beer lover from every part of the state The brew masters are at the hop-helm every single day working on new and diverse drafts to insure
that the beer menu never gets stale The breweryrsquos flagship beers like the cleverly named Reapercussions IPA and the Caliginous Bourbon Barrel Stout are impressive enough to stand alone on the taps but they also have a great selection of guest drafts to add variety Ciders mead wine and gluten-reduced beers are also constantly offered to delight all of the gluten-sensitive Lake Norman destination seekers
The except ional aspects o f Ghostface Brewing seem to pile on endlesslyhellip (Did I mention that they always have two nitro drafts on tap) It is absolutely worth an outing to Mooresville to enjoy a Cuddyrsquos Irish Red over a game of cornhole Lastly if you make it to Ghostface and decide that you donrsquot want to leave Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie
Kara Werts
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Ghostface Brewing 427 East Statesville Ave Suite 100 Mooresville NC 28115 wwwghostfacebrewingcom
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131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
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going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
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Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
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38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
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Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
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Destinationson the banks of the Eno River Sweetwater Brewing Company w i l l s p o n s o r a B e e r G a r d e n s i tuated on the lawn of the his-tor ic McCown-Mangum house wwwenoriverorg
Freedom Fest amp Fireworks M o n J u l y 4 t h 2 0 0 M a i n S t B r y s o n C i t y N C 2 8 7 1 3 O u r o l d - f a s h i o n e d s t r e e t f e s t i v a l b e g i n s w i t h a d e d i c a t i o n b y t h e l o c a l V F W Po s t a n d c o n t i n u e s w i t h g r e a t m u s i c t h r o u g h o u t t h e d a y T h e mus ic i s complemented by an amaz ing a r ray o f handcra f ted a r t s a n d a g r e a t c h i l d r e n rsquo s a c t i v i t i e s a r e a A n d d o n rsquo t fo rge t the PA WS dog show w a t e r m e l o n e a t i n g c o n t e s t
a n d h u l a h o o p o f f S t a y f o r the fu l l day o r re tu r n l a te r to e n j o y t h e h e a d l i n e r s h o w a t 8pm fo l lowed by a spec tacu -l a r f i r e w o r k s s h o w a t 1 0 p m wwwgrea t smok ies com
For t Braggrsquos 4th of July Celebrat ion M o n J u l y 4 t h M a i n Po s t Pa r a d e F i e l d 1 1 - 2 5 C a p r o n S t F o r t B r a g g N C 2 8 3 0 7 A c t i v i t i e s i n c l u d e s o m e o f t o d a y rsquo s h o t t e s t m u s i c a l a c t s p a r a c h u t e f r e e - f a l l d e m o n s t r a t i o n s t h e p o p u l a r f l a g c e r e m o n y f i r e w o r k s a n d f o o d a n d b e v e r a g e s A t t e n d e e s a r e e n c o u r a g e d t o a r r i v e e a r l y d u e t o h e a v y t r a f f i c f l o w w w w b r a g g a r m y m w r c o m
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121 Rolling Hill Rd bull Mooresville North Carolina
Planning on buying or listing in the CharlotteLake Norman areaCALL THE PURVIS TEAM(704) 707-6632
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I ndependenc e D ay Ce l -ebration at Old Salem Mon J u l y 4 t h 9 0 0 O l d S a l e m R d W i n s t o n - S a l e m N C 2 7 1 0 1 E n j o y 4 t h o f J u l y f e s t i v i t i e s a t t h e s i t e o f t h e n a t i o n rsquo s f i r s t o f f i c i a l I n d e p e n d e n c e D a y C e l e b r a t i o n O l d S a l e m Museums amp Gardens A na tu -ra l izat ion ceremony hands- on a c t i v i t i e s h i s t o r i c M o r a v i a n t rad i t ions and pat r io t ic music a l l welcome family and f r iends to the historic distr ict of Salem wwwoldsalemorg
Annual 4th of July Celebra-tion at the Orchard Mon July 4 th 1025 Or chard Rd Sp r uce Pine NC 28777 Free music from 11-430 Admission for the meal is a dish to share large enough for your party with some extra for the music ians who wi l l be enterta ining al l day In place of the covered d i sh gues t s may pay $12 per meal The Orchard provides fresh barbecue water i c e d t e a a n d p a p e r g o o d s wwwal tapassorchardcom
61st Annual Grandfather Mountain Highland Games amp Gathering of the Clans Thu July 7thndashSun 10th MacRae M e a d o w s 2 2 1 L i n v i l l e A v e L inv i l le NC 28646 Grab your k i l t Brawny ath le tes de l icate d a n c e r s b a g p i p e b a n d s parades rock ing Cel t ic music a n d a s p e c t a c u l a r h i g h l a n d s e t t i n g m a k e t h i s c o l o r f u l celebrat ion of Scot t ish cul ture t h e b e s t h i g h l a n d g a m e s i n America Vis i t the her i tage tent
to research your family tree and then head to the merchant tents to f ind your fami ly tar tan Set up your lawn chair bes ide the rev iewing s tand to watch the p a r a d e s g o b y o r s e t t l e i n t o the Ce l t i c Groves and g roove to rock lsquonrsquo ro l l wi th bagpipes Watch men toss telephone pole s i z e d c a b e r s e n d o v e r e n d lad ies k ick up the i r k i l t s wi th a h i g h l a n d f l i n g a n d b o r d e r co l l i e s he rd sheep wi th keen precis ion wwwgmhgorg
15th Annual NC Blackberry Festival Fr i J u l y 8 t h ndash S a t 9 t h Lenoir NC There isnrsquot anything tha t says summer be t te r than b l a c k b e r r i e s J o i n u s f o r o u r f e s t i v a l t o e n j o y t h e s m e l l s and taste of blackber r ies when o u r s c r u m p t i o u s b l a c k b e r r y c o b b l e r i s s e r v e d a f t e r o u r Wor ld rsquos L arges t Pa tchwork o f B l a c k b e r r y C o b b l e r P a r a d e ( w h i l e t h e y l a s t ) We a l s o have the Blackberr y 5K and Fun Run for you athlet ic types and Pa r k i n rsquo L o t P i c k i n g c o n t e s t s for you music lovers Enter in the blackber r y recipe contest reg is ter your young- in for the B l a c k b e r r y P r i n c e s s Pa g e a n t c h a l l e n g e y o u r s e l f i n o u r B l a c k b e r r y e a t i n g c o n t e s t s o r b r i n g y o u r i n s t r u m e n t a n d b e a c o n t e s t a n t i n t h e Pa r k i n g L o t P i c k i n rsquo c o n t e s t NCBlackber r yFest iva l com
Myrarsquos Classic amp Antique Car Cruise-In F r i J u l y 8 t h 6 p m ndash 9 p m Va l d e s e N C H e l d ever y Fr iday night at 6pm you
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a n d y o u r f a m i l y w i l l b e a b l e t o s e e a u n i q u e s e l e c t i o n o f the f inest c lass ic cars around wwwtownofvaldesecom
Coon Dog Day Festival Sa t July 9th E Main St Saluda NC 28773 A fest ive atmosphere ev-er ywhere in Saluda good food a b o u n d s a r t s amp c r a f t s a r e a and chi ldrenrsquos play Al l begins w i t h t h e C o o n D o g P a r a d e t h r o u g h d o w n t o w n a t n o o n T h e r e w i l l b e l o t s o f m u s i c per formed throughout Main St wwwsaludacom
Fine Art amp Master Crafts Fes t i va l F r i J u l y 1 5 t h ndash S a t 1 6 t h H i s t o r i c B a n n e r E l k
Elementar y School 185 Azalea Cir SE Banner Elk NC 28604 T h e j u r i e d f e s t i v a l h a s b e e n ser v ing the community with a unique ar ray of ar t for over 24 years and the combinat ion o f l imited part ic ipants and proper atmosphere has contr ibuted to the con t inued success o f the event wwwaver ycountycom
Rural Hill Food Truck Rally Fr i Ju l y 15 th 4pmndash8pm Rura l Hil l Nature Preser ve 4431 Neck Road Huntersv i l le NC 28078 A l l ages a re inv i ted to a t tend and check out the g rea t food that can be found in our local food t rucks Admiss ion to the Ral ly i s f ree but food pr ic ing
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Taproom HoursThu amp Fri 4-10
Sat 2-10Sun 12-8
19507 W Catawba Ave Cornelius NC | Baynebrewcom
The Bayne Brewing Company is a family-owned nano brewery based out of Cornelius NC Our flavors range from the traditional to the unique and each beer is brewed with only the highest quality ingredients
Visit our taproom
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wi l l var y per t r uck menu and the re i s a $5 pa rk ing f ee pe r vehic le wwwruralhi l l net
20th Annual Chalk It Up Sat July 16th 9amndash4pm S Main S t Hendersonv i l le NC 28792 Chalk I t Up is a s idewalk chalk a r t c o n t e s t t h a t rsquo s f u n f o r t h e y o u n g a t h e a r t a n d c h i l d r e n o f a l l ages The s idewa lks o f H i s t o r i c D o w n t o w n H e n d e r -sonvi l le become the canvas for 150 ar t is ts of a l l ages drawing for pr izes and fun I t i s sa id to b e o n e o f t h e l a r g e s t o n e o f the oldest and largest chalk ar t con tes t s in the na t ion V iew-i n g l a s t s u n t i l t h e n e x t r a i n wwwnarniastudioscom
Old Town Cornelius Jazz Festival Sa t Ju l y 16 th 4pm - 9pm Smi thv i l l e Park 19710 S Fer r y St Cornel ius NC 28031 Th is landmark event wi l l f ea -tu re some o f the a rea rsquo s mos t ear thy sou l fu l unpred ic tab le i m p r o v i s e r s o n o n e s t a g e Act iv i t ies include -S i lent Auc-t ion -Food Tr uck Court -L ocal C r a f t B r e w e r i e s A s s C l o w n B r e w i n g B a y n e B r e w i n g amp
D9 Brewing -L i ve Pa in t ing by Jus t in R Chr i s tenber y -L oca l Ar t i sans -K id Zone sponsored b y L a k e N o r m a n Y M C A wwwfbcomblovechar lot te
Mayberry Cool Cars amp Rods Cruise-In Sat July 16th 4pmndash8pm 200 N Main St Mt Air y NC 27030 The cruise-in takes place on the th i rd Sa turday o f each m o n t h f e a t u r i n g m u s i c f r o m WSYD 1300AM wi th 50s 60s and 70s oldies and classic cars on both sides of the road Bring y o u r c l a s s i c c a r i f y o u w a n t to par t ic ipate and ar r ive ear ly for the best spot on the s t reet wwwmountair ydowntownorg
12th Annual Sunday Bash Sun July 17th 12pmndash5pm Ti l ley Harley-Davidson 1226 Morland D r S t a t e s v i l l e N C 2 8 6 7 7 A s a lways 100 of the proceeds f r o m t h i s e v e n t g o t o t h e V ic tor y Junc t ion Gang Camp We rsquo l l h a v e t h e B o b K a r n e y C a l e n d a r G i r l s h e r e L a k e N o r m a n H o o t e r s G i r l s B i k e Wash L ancaster rsquos BBQ Annarsquos Sweet Treats and Ronniersquos Bike Show Keeping us rocking wi l l
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19818-C NORTH COVE ROAD CORNELIUS (704) 560-7874
UNIQUELY CRAFTED BEERS
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Food Trucks - Live Music - Pet FriendlyCheck facebook for the latest information
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be the Par t T ime Blues Band wwwt i l leyhdcom
33rd Folkmoot Festival Thu Ju ly 21s tndashSun 31s t N Main S t Wa y n e s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 8 6 W i t h dozens o f per fo r mances he ld dur ing two weeks by hundreds of world dancers and musicians f rom nine countr ies Folkmoot b r i n g s t h e w o r l d rsquo s d i v e r s e cultures together Sharing tradi-t ions and learning about people a r o u n d t h e w o r l d h a s n e v e r been more exci t ing and enter -t a in ing En joy pe r fo r man c e s workshops the Parade of Na-t ions and meet the per formers wwwFolkmootUSA org
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Antique Car Restoration
Complete Turnkey Hot Rods
Custom Motorcycles
Chassis Fabrication
Custom Body Fabrication
Mooresville NC 704 363 0722704 363 0722107 Uppercrest Dr 28117
704bull997bull2354wwweltorogrillus
Conveniently located for all LKN visitors Perfect for the entire family
20930 Torrence Chapel Rd Cornelius Just west of I-77 exit 28
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USA Masters Games Thu July 21stndashSun 31st 1921 W Gate City B l v d G r e e n s b o r o N C 2 7 4 0 3 C o m e j o i n u s i n G r e e n s b o r o for the inaugural USA Masters G a m e s T h e g a m e s m a r k t h e l a u n c h o f a n e w m u l t i - s p o r t e v e n t f o r c o m p e t i t i v e a d u l t a t h l e t e s a g e s 2 1 a n d o v e r T h e U SA M a s t e r s G a m e s w i l l provide both a ldquonat ional-cham-p i o n s h i p - l e v e l rdquo c o m p e t i t i v e exper ience in each sport and a fun enter ta in ing env i ronment c o n d u c i v e t o m e e t i n g a n d socia l iz ing with fe l low Masters a th le tes f rom across the U S a n d o t h e r c o u n t r i e s o f t h e w o r l d ndash a S p o r t s Fe s t i v a l f o r Masters athletes and fans The USA Masters Games wil l feature Opening Ceremonies C los ing Ceremonies n ight ly enter ta in-m e n t a n d a G a m e s V i l l a g e wwwusamastersgamescom
WNC BBQ Fest iva l 2016 ndashSmokinrsquo in the Valley Fr i July 2 2 n d ndash S a t 2 3 r d M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 W i t h u p t o 4 0 c o o k e r s t h i s i s a Barbecue (BBQ) Cooking Competit ion amp K ansas City BBQ Soc ie ty Sanc t ioned event On Fr i d a y n i g h t t h e r e i s a l o c a l res taurant compet i t ion where you can be the judge Saturday a f t e r n o o n v i s i t t h e ldquo Ta s t i n rdquo Ten trdquo to sample compet i to r s rsquo entr ies Dai ly features inc lude a r t s amp c r a f t s a k i d s c o r n e r e n t e r t a i n m e n t amp b e v e r a g e sales including beer and wine wwwmaggieval leyorg
Je r don Mou nt a i n C h a l -lenge Sat Ju ly 23rd Mounta in Gateway Museum 24 Water St O ld For t NC 28762 War m-up t o t h e O R A M M o r j u s t c o m e out and r ide a 24-mi le course that doesnrsquo t have you r id ing in c i r c l e s T h i s i s b a c k - c o u n t r y r a c i n g a t i t s f i n e s t w i t h a shorter course and s t i l l a l l the a m e n i t i e s o f a l o n g d i s t a n c e endurance race This race wi l l run the same course as the ever popular Off Road Assault on Mt Mitchel l but wil l end before the f a m e d c l i m b u p C u r t i s C r e e k Road to the B lue R idge Park -way The race wi l l s t i l l tack le 3000rsquo of cl imbing more than 24 mi les as you hi t some ORAMM h i g h l i g h t s l i k e O l d H i g h w a y 7 0 K i t s u m a S t a r G a p a n d Ja r re t t C reek Ce lebra te w i th a h u g e a f t e r p a r t y c o m p l e t e w i t h p a s t a s a l a d f e a s t N e w B e l g i u m B e e r a n d S h a n n o n Ridge Wine on the picturesque G a t e w a y M u s e u m g r o u n d s wwwbluer idgeadventuresnet
Militia Muster at Fort Dobbs Sa t Ju l y 23 rd 438 For t Dobbs R d S t a t e s v i l l e N C 2 8 6 2 5 A l l m a l e s a g e s 1 6 - 6 0 w e r e r e q u i r e d b y l a w t o s e r v e i n North Carol inarsquos mi l i t ia dur ing t h e Fr e n c h a n d I n d i a n Wa r These c iv i l ians would gather at appointed t imes during the year t o p r a c t i c e m i l i t a r y d r i l l a n d could be used to quickly form an army for defense at t imes of invas ion His tor ic in terpreters representing the Rowan County m i l i t i a w i l l o f f e r o n - g o i n g
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displays of mi l i tar y camp l i fe as wel l as featured musket and cannon f i r ing demonstrat ions wwwfortdobbsorg
K-9s In Flight Sat July 23rdndashSun 31st 300 Tweets ie Rai l road Rd B lowing Rock NC 28605 Don rsquo t miss these h igh -energy p e r f o r m a n c e s s h o w c a s i n g a team of dynamic dogs in acro -bat ic f reesty le rout ines These dogs have dazz led aud iences nat ionwide a t ha l f t ime shows and on te lev is ion Fi rs t -come f i r s t - s e r v e d s e a t i n g S h o w t imes at 11am 1pm and 3pm each day wwwtweets ie com
Euro Automobile Show at Raffaldini Vineyards S u n
J u l y 2 4 t h 1 2 p m ndash 4 p m 4 5 0 G r o c e R d R o n d a N C 2 8 6 7 0 Representat ives wi l l be on-s i te t o d i s c u s s t h e s p e e d s t y l e a n d b e a u t y o f e a c h v e h i c l e Cars provided by Foreign Cars I t a l i a F i a t o f t h e Tr i a d a n d more inc lud ing Fe r ra r i F i a t M a s e r a t i a n d L a m b o r g h i n i wwwRaf fa ld ini com
Hillbilly Jam 2016 Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S a t 3 0 t h M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 T h i s a n n u a l a l l - d a y m u s i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s w e s t e r n N o r t h C a r o l i n a a n d A p p a l a -c h i a rsquo s r i c h m u s i c a l h i s t o r y and the her i tage of moonshine m a k i n g C o m e o n o u t a n d
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RUSTIC - Craft BeerPiano - Cigars
Wine - GiftsGourmet Snacks
200-400 North Harbor Place - Davidson NC 7042373629wwwLakeNormanCottagecomNext to North Harbor Club on the water off of exit 30 I-77
LAKE NORMANON THE WATER
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h a v e a h i l l b i l l y g o o d t i m e wwwhi l lb i l lywoodstockcom
Hickor y Fur n i t ure Ma r t Furniture Festival amp Clear-ance Sale Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S u n 3 1 s t 2 2 2 0 U S H w y 7 0 S E Hickor y NC 28602 Live art isan d e m o n s t r a t i o n s a n d d i s p l a y s wi l l be se t up throughout the Mart and shoppers wi l l be able to in teract wi th f ine fur n i ture c r a f t s m e n a n d a r t i s a n s f r o m o u r r e g i o n Yo u rsquo l l a l s o f i n d t remendous sav ings and mark d o w n s o n f u r n i t u r e p i e c e s ins ide each showroom Many i tems are heavi ly discounted to make room for fa l l inventor ies Customize any furni ture order based on your speci f ic needs wwwhickor yfurni turecom
D o w n t o w n A s h e b o r o rsquo s P i gs amp Peda ls Weekend Fr i A u g u s t 5 t h ndash S a t 6 t h 1 1 5 S Faye t t ev i l l e S t Asheboro NC 27203 A K ansas Ci ty Barbeque S o c i e t y ( K C B S ) s a n c t i o n e d barbecue cooking competi t ion a f a s t - p a c e d c r i t e r i u m b i k e r a c e o p e n t o a m a t e u r s a n d pro fess iona l s a beer ga rden a n d l o c a l b a n d s t h r o u g h o u t the event Food and fun- f i l led act iv i t ies for the ent i re family wwwpigsandpedals com
60th Annual Mt Mitchell Craf ts Fa ir F r i A u g u s t 5 t h 9amndashSat 6th 5pm Town Square B u r n s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 1 4 W i t h a p p r o x i m a t e l y 2 0 0 j u r i e d c r a f t s t h i s e v e n t m o r e t h a n qua l i f i es as a c ra f t shopper rsquo s
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davidson nc
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Restaurant RowCraft Brew
Farmers Market
Shopping
Resident ia lamp
Commercia l Real Estate
Online scheduling wwwtcornishlawcom
704-897-30618936 N Pointe Executive Park Drive
Huntersville NC 28078
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A Very Deceiving Destination Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
This is going to be such an awesome weekend That was the thought running through
my mind when I turned into Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge I may have been in an exceptional frame of mind from the relaxing drive to historic Plumtree North Carolina Plumtree is between Spruce Pine and Banner Elk No matter where you are departing from the last 30 minutes of your drive will take you through tree covered roads along fast moving mountain rivers amp streams
C leve amp Robin Young were exploring Western North Carolina with their daughter Lindsay and sons Cleveland William and Philip when Cleve stopped to check out the abandoned TB Vance General Store built in 1919 With much love and patience the ongoing restoration project is the operational center for the Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
The name is very deceiving to be more accurate it would have to be ldquoBlind Squirrel Brewery Lodge Bed amp Breakfast Zip Line Camping Tubing Cabin Rental Ciderworks Trout Fishing Farming Retreat Restaurant Disk Golf Event Space amp Banquet Hallrdquo
The hear t of B l ind Squir re l Brewer y amp Lodge is the ldquoLodge Familyrdquo You will not meet a single employee during your visit While the Youngrsquos own the property each person at the resort takes ownership and great pride in the vision of what Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge has the potential to become
I did have an awesome weekend Experiencing chef prepared locally grown farm to fork meals a zip line canopy tour relaxing on the porch outside the tasting room hiking to a waterfall dining along the river finding out how bad I am at disc golf did I mention the tasting room
Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge 4716 South US Hwy 19E Plumtree NC 28664
wwwblindsquirrelbrewerycom Phone 828-765-2739
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The NC High Countryrsquos Dining Destination
Banner Elk is the culinary hot spot of the North Carolina H i g h C o u n t r y W h e t h e r
yoursquore looking for a five-star meal to mark a special occasion a hearty sandwich after a day in the great outdoors or fresh sushi in a casual setting this townrsquos thriving food scene has something to offer
And summer is the perfect time to visit Banner Elk Although itrsquos just over two hours from Charlotte the resort town sits at an altitude of more than 3700 feet providing a respi te f rom the heat of the flatlands
I f y o u w a n t a t a s t e o f t h e mountains donrsquot leave without ordering fresh trout Have it for dinner at long-time favorite Banner Elk Cafe The location also houses The Lodge Espresso Bar and Eatery which has a coffeehouse vibe
After spending an af ternoon hiking or biking on nearby on Beech Mountain or Grandfather Mountain stop into Dunnrsquos Deli to refuel This New York-style deli serves mile-high clubs tuna melts and cheese-s teak sandwiches Wash it all down with a cold draft
Award-winning Cajun cuisine is available in an upscale setting at L ouis iana Purchase Food amp Spirits or check out the Bayou
Smokehouse and Grill for a more casual experience
The Pa in ted Fi sh i s known for pu t t ing a un ique twis t on recognizable dishes The menu varies from pastas ahi tuna and curried scallops to bacon chicken and southern style trout
Banner Elkrsquos premier dining experience belongs to Artisanal This elegant restaurant located i n a r e f u r b i s h e d b a r n w a s recently named one of the Top 100 restaurants in the US by O p e n Ta b l e c o m A r t i s a n a l rsquo s menu rotates regular ly to take a d v a n t a g e o f f a r m t o t a b l e ingredients and the ambience is second to none
And donrsquot skip breakfast while yoursquore in town Dunnrsquos Deli Banner Elk Cafe and SisterLees Cafeacute all serve great day-starters SisterLees is especially known for Belgian waffles stuffed crepes and scratch-made biscuits
For visitor details and a complete list of restaurants go to wwwBannerElkcom or call toll free 844-824-6777
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Thermal Valley Hang Gliding an instruction-based hang gliding experience based at Foothills
Regional Airport near Morganton hopes to re-ignite a sport that was widely popular in the 1970s
Owners Craig and Laura Pearson have operated the business since 2011 They use a tandem hang glider towed by a light sport aircraft to give instructional flights that range in height from 1500 feet up to 5000 feet and range in duration from 12-20 minutes Craig Pearson a certified glider pilot and 25-year veteran is strapped in a tandem harness with each student
ldquoWe have ground school for 15 minutes before they fly and while they are flying we teach them how to use the gliderrdquo said Laura Pearson ldquoIf a person just wants to experience it and see the scenery that is totally okay Wersquore still going to give them a lesson but theyrsquore not required to do anything strenuous or hard They are able to ride along and enjoy it
ldquoItrsquos a way that families can share a memorable experience and walk away with a positive feeling for hang gliding The whole process
has become more scientific and safer than those days in the 1970s and thatrsquos what we want people to understandrdquo
ldquoYou have to go to the Outer Banks or to Lookout Mountain in Tennessee to get tow flights like we are offeringrdquo says Laura Pearson ldquoOur situation is ideal because we get a tow and fly the hang gliders in a lot of different weather patterns whereas mountain pilots always have to have a prevail ing wind coming at themrdquo
Customers wishing to become a hang gl ider pi lot are eagerly welcomed at Thermal Valley
ldquoOur whole goal is to re-ignite the passion for hangliding in this areardquo says Craig Pearson ldquoThirty years ago there were probably more than 100 hang glider pilots in these mountains Now therersquos just a handfulrdquo
Soar Like an Eagle with Tandem Hang Gliding in Morganton
Participants must be 18 years old weigh less than 235 pounds and be 6rsquo3rdquo or shorter For details call 828-292-8289 or visit wwwthermalvalleynet
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Summer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson College
Summit Coffeersquos second loca-tion The Outpost at Davidson College is greeting summer
and the community with loads of hospitality and a farm to table menu for their special dinners and brunches The Outpost opened in 2013 in a beautifully repurposed fraternity building on campus It houses a pub coffee bar cafe and social spot for students during the school year
While the students are away for a few months a new concept of offering special events and dinners that are open to the public was born It has been a collaborative effort by Courtney Spear the director of food and Brooke Basinger The Outpost manager that has given life to this idea and together they have created all of the creative menu items The ingredients are sourced as locally as possible which means the menu will change based on what is seasonally available each week They personally visit Barbee Farms and Big Oak Farm in Cabar-rus County the Davidson Farmerrsquos
Market and Davidson Collegersquos own 3+ acre farm to select the freshest items each week The college farm which is managed by Theresa Allen uses organic non GMO seeds and no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides
The Outpos t i s the second location for Summit Coffee ownersbrothers Brian and Tim Helfrich both Davidson College graduates and Tom their father The original Summit was opened in 1998 in a 100 year old building located on Main St in Davidson In addition to the weekly dinners and brunches at The Outpost a wine dinner featuring Tuck Beckstoffer wines is scheduled for July 23rd and a beer dinner with Wicked Weed Brewery from Asheville is on August 20th
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Dinner is served on Wednesday evening 5-9 and brunch on Sunday from 9-2
The Outpost is located at 120 Patterson Circle Davidson NC 28035
wwwsummitcoffeecom
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Just over a decade since the Yadkin Valley was designated an American Viticultural Area the
appellation continues to emerge as a premier wine region for the East Coast
Nowhere is that more evident than Surry County Located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley Surry and its affiliated wineries account for nearly half of Valleyrsquos more than 40 wineries
One of Surry Countyrsquos newest wineries is Adagio Vineyards Adagio chose its location in Elkin co-owner Tim Wahl says because itrsquos in the ldquoheart of North Carolina wine country with excellent growing conditions especially the foothills where we grow the grapesrdquo
Such comments are music to the ears of Charlie and Ed Shelton two brothers who came home to Surry County from Charlotte about 17 years ago with a vision to plant grape vines to grow the arearsquos economy
The Sheltons opened Shelton Vineyards in 1999 and spearheaded the push to get a federal AVA designation which was awarded in 2003
One of the things that encouraged the brothers was the geographic location of the Yadkin Valley home to elevations and growing seasons favorable for vineyards
ldquoThe soil conditions here are very idealrdquo says Charlie Shelton ldquoOur soil conditions are almost identical to Burgundy Francerdquo
Louis Jeroslow winemaker at Elkin Creek Vineyards echoes that statement
The Yadkin Valley is very much like Old World Europe Itrsquos l ike stepping into France and Spain and Italy right here in the foothills of North Carolinardquo says Jeroslow ldquoItrsquos actually very ancient topography The Appalachian Mountains are as old as the Himalayas but the soil is very much like Tuscany our latitude is in line with Sicily and our climate is most of all like Bordeaux Our vineyard practices in the region are modeled after Bordeauxrdquo
Winemaking has always been a passion for North Carolina native Jason Wiseman That passion led him
Yadkin Valley Wine Country Emerges In Surry County
photo by Travis Dove
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to the Napa Valley in the early 2000s but the emergence of the Yadkin Valley brought him home to Brushy Mountain Winery in 2006
ldquoWe started to see promise in the wine industry Small boutique wineries opened up and we saw these small guys making fantastic winesrdquo Wiseman explains ldquoAt that point I knew my directionrdquo
The traditional-style grapes that grow well in the Yadkin Valley are Merlot Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Sangiovese Chardonnay Riesling Viognier Sauvignon Blanc and Petit Verdot
For info on winerieswine tourism in Surry County go to wwwYadkinValleyNCcom
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Ghostface Brewing
North Carolinians have always enjoyed trips to Mooresville either for a lazy day on the
lake to explore the of history of stock car racing or to take a short jaunt back to the 50rsquos down the colloquial Main Street In addition to the usual favorite activities Ghostface Brewing is a fresh destination that is rapidly making its way up the townrsquos lsquomust dorsquo bucket list Itrsquos a new business amidst the charming antique side of the city but it pays homage to itrsquos history by proudly sporting old bricks and beams collected from the original on-site structure In fact if you pay the brewery a visit and inevitably enjoy yourself you can buy one of the bricks and have your name permanently affixed to walls of this unique establishment Of course the part industrial part medieval style of this watering hole is not itrsquos number one claim to excite the masses- people are rushing to Ghostface for the beer
With over 20 brews on tap there is something to entice every beer lover from every part of the state The brew masters are at the hop-helm every single day working on new and diverse drafts to insure
that the beer menu never gets stale The breweryrsquos flagship beers like the cleverly named Reapercussions IPA and the Caliginous Bourbon Barrel Stout are impressive enough to stand alone on the taps but they also have a great selection of guest drafts to add variety Ciders mead wine and gluten-reduced beers are also constantly offered to delight all of the gluten-sensitive Lake Norman destination seekers
The except ional aspects o f Ghostface Brewing seem to pile on endlesslyhellip (Did I mention that they always have two nitro drafts on tap) It is absolutely worth an outing to Mooresville to enjoy a Cuddyrsquos Irish Red over a game of cornhole Lastly if you make it to Ghostface and decide that you donrsquot want to leave Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie
Kara Werts
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Ghostface Brewing 427 East Statesville Ave Suite 100 Mooresville NC 28115 wwwghostfacebrewingcom
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131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
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LKNBTLKNBrewersTrailcom
LKNBrewersTrailcom is a single source for what is
going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
Whats On TapWhats Going On
How To Get There
Digi ta l content is avai lable on desktop tablet and phone
Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
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A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINK
704bull892bull44338301-1 Magnolia Estates Drive
Cornelius NC 28031Fri-Sun 1100am-200am Mon-Thurs1100am-1200am
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINKFull Menu to 2am Fri bull Sat bull Sun
SATURDAY MAY 16TH
MONDAY
Half Price Wine bull Bottle or Glass
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$350 Drafts
$6 Vodka Redbull bull $5 Fire Ball
$550 Titorsquos Vodka bull $2 Bud Light BottlesHangover Helper Shooters
$4 Best Bloody Mary Bar On The Lake $2 Mimosas bull $4 Double Mimosas bull $2 Miller Lt Btl
$2 Tacos (All Day amp Night) Coronas Margaritas
TUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
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paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
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Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
62 Vintage Lane Maggie Valley North Carolina 28751
(828) 926-6266
ldquoTHE MUSEUM THAT RUNSrdquo
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CONCORD NC bull MARION NCtomjohnsoncampingcom
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lunch X dinner X full bar X good times
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7 0 4 7 9 9 1 1 1 0 bull wwwjeffreyslkncom
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I ndependenc e D ay Ce l -ebration at Old Salem Mon J u l y 4 t h 9 0 0 O l d S a l e m R d W i n s t o n - S a l e m N C 2 7 1 0 1 E n j o y 4 t h o f J u l y f e s t i v i t i e s a t t h e s i t e o f t h e n a t i o n rsquo s f i r s t o f f i c i a l I n d e p e n d e n c e D a y C e l e b r a t i o n O l d S a l e m Museums amp Gardens A na tu -ra l izat ion ceremony hands- on a c t i v i t i e s h i s t o r i c M o r a v i a n t rad i t ions and pat r io t ic music a l l welcome family and f r iends to the historic distr ict of Salem wwwoldsalemorg
Annual 4th of July Celebra-tion at the Orchard Mon July 4 th 1025 Or chard Rd Sp r uce Pine NC 28777 Free music from 11-430 Admission for the meal is a dish to share large enough for your party with some extra for the music ians who wi l l be enterta ining al l day In place of the covered d i sh gues t s may pay $12 per meal The Orchard provides fresh barbecue water i c e d t e a a n d p a p e r g o o d s wwwal tapassorchardcom
61st Annual Grandfather Mountain Highland Games amp Gathering of the Clans Thu July 7thndashSun 10th MacRae M e a d o w s 2 2 1 L i n v i l l e A v e L inv i l le NC 28646 Grab your k i l t Brawny ath le tes de l icate d a n c e r s b a g p i p e b a n d s parades rock ing Cel t ic music a n d a s p e c t a c u l a r h i g h l a n d s e t t i n g m a k e t h i s c o l o r f u l celebrat ion of Scot t ish cul ture t h e b e s t h i g h l a n d g a m e s i n America Vis i t the her i tage tent
to research your family tree and then head to the merchant tents to f ind your fami ly tar tan Set up your lawn chair bes ide the rev iewing s tand to watch the p a r a d e s g o b y o r s e t t l e i n t o the Ce l t i c Groves and g roove to rock lsquonrsquo ro l l wi th bagpipes Watch men toss telephone pole s i z e d c a b e r s e n d o v e r e n d lad ies k ick up the i r k i l t s wi th a h i g h l a n d f l i n g a n d b o r d e r co l l i e s he rd sheep wi th keen precis ion wwwgmhgorg
15th Annual NC Blackberry Festival Fr i J u l y 8 t h ndash S a t 9 t h Lenoir NC There isnrsquot anything tha t says summer be t te r than b l a c k b e r r i e s J o i n u s f o r o u r f e s t i v a l t o e n j o y t h e s m e l l s and taste of blackber r ies when o u r s c r u m p t i o u s b l a c k b e r r y c o b b l e r i s s e r v e d a f t e r o u r Wor ld rsquos L arges t Pa tchwork o f B l a c k b e r r y C o b b l e r P a r a d e ( w h i l e t h e y l a s t ) We a l s o have the Blackberr y 5K and Fun Run for you athlet ic types and Pa r k i n rsquo L o t P i c k i n g c o n t e s t s for you music lovers Enter in the blackber r y recipe contest reg is ter your young- in for the B l a c k b e r r y P r i n c e s s Pa g e a n t c h a l l e n g e y o u r s e l f i n o u r B l a c k b e r r y e a t i n g c o n t e s t s o r b r i n g y o u r i n s t r u m e n t a n d b e a c o n t e s t a n t i n t h e Pa r k i n g L o t P i c k i n rsquo c o n t e s t NCBlackber r yFest iva l com
Myrarsquos Classic amp Antique Car Cruise-In F r i J u l y 8 t h 6 p m ndash 9 p m Va l d e s e N C H e l d ever y Fr iday night at 6pm you
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a n d y o u r f a m i l y w i l l b e a b l e t o s e e a u n i q u e s e l e c t i o n o f the f inest c lass ic cars around wwwtownofvaldesecom
Coon Dog Day Festival Sa t July 9th E Main St Saluda NC 28773 A fest ive atmosphere ev-er ywhere in Saluda good food a b o u n d s a r t s amp c r a f t s a r e a and chi ldrenrsquos play Al l begins w i t h t h e C o o n D o g P a r a d e t h r o u g h d o w n t o w n a t n o o n T h e r e w i l l b e l o t s o f m u s i c per formed throughout Main St wwwsaludacom
Fine Art amp Master Crafts Fes t i va l F r i J u l y 1 5 t h ndash S a t 1 6 t h H i s t o r i c B a n n e r E l k
Elementar y School 185 Azalea Cir SE Banner Elk NC 28604 T h e j u r i e d f e s t i v a l h a s b e e n ser v ing the community with a unique ar ray of ar t for over 24 years and the combinat ion o f l imited part ic ipants and proper atmosphere has contr ibuted to the con t inued success o f the event wwwaver ycountycom
Rural Hill Food Truck Rally Fr i Ju l y 15 th 4pmndash8pm Rura l Hil l Nature Preser ve 4431 Neck Road Huntersv i l le NC 28078 A l l ages a re inv i ted to a t tend and check out the g rea t food that can be found in our local food t rucks Admiss ion to the Ral ly i s f ree but food pr ic ing
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Taproom HoursThu amp Fri 4-10
Sat 2-10Sun 12-8
19507 W Catawba Ave Cornelius NC | Baynebrewcom
The Bayne Brewing Company is a family-owned nano brewery based out of Cornelius NC Our flavors range from the traditional to the unique and each beer is brewed with only the highest quality ingredients
Visit our taproom
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wi l l var y per t r uck menu and the re i s a $5 pa rk ing f ee pe r vehic le wwwruralhi l l net
20th Annual Chalk It Up Sat July 16th 9amndash4pm S Main S t Hendersonv i l le NC 28792 Chalk I t Up is a s idewalk chalk a r t c o n t e s t t h a t rsquo s f u n f o r t h e y o u n g a t h e a r t a n d c h i l d r e n o f a l l ages The s idewa lks o f H i s t o r i c D o w n t o w n H e n d e r -sonvi l le become the canvas for 150 ar t is ts of a l l ages drawing for pr izes and fun I t i s sa id to b e o n e o f t h e l a r g e s t o n e o f the oldest and largest chalk ar t con tes t s in the na t ion V iew-i n g l a s t s u n t i l t h e n e x t r a i n wwwnarniastudioscom
Old Town Cornelius Jazz Festival Sa t Ju l y 16 th 4pm - 9pm Smi thv i l l e Park 19710 S Fer r y St Cornel ius NC 28031 Th is landmark event wi l l f ea -tu re some o f the a rea rsquo s mos t ear thy sou l fu l unpred ic tab le i m p r o v i s e r s o n o n e s t a g e Act iv i t ies include -S i lent Auc-t ion -Food Tr uck Court -L ocal C r a f t B r e w e r i e s A s s C l o w n B r e w i n g B a y n e B r e w i n g amp
D9 Brewing -L i ve Pa in t ing by Jus t in R Chr i s tenber y -L oca l Ar t i sans -K id Zone sponsored b y L a k e N o r m a n Y M C A wwwfbcomblovechar lot te
Mayberry Cool Cars amp Rods Cruise-In Sat July 16th 4pmndash8pm 200 N Main St Mt Air y NC 27030 The cruise-in takes place on the th i rd Sa turday o f each m o n t h f e a t u r i n g m u s i c f r o m WSYD 1300AM wi th 50s 60s and 70s oldies and classic cars on both sides of the road Bring y o u r c l a s s i c c a r i f y o u w a n t to par t ic ipate and ar r ive ear ly for the best spot on the s t reet wwwmountair ydowntownorg
12th Annual Sunday Bash Sun July 17th 12pmndash5pm Ti l ley Harley-Davidson 1226 Morland D r S t a t e s v i l l e N C 2 8 6 7 7 A s a lways 100 of the proceeds f r o m t h i s e v e n t g o t o t h e V ic tor y Junc t ion Gang Camp We rsquo l l h a v e t h e B o b K a r n e y C a l e n d a r G i r l s h e r e L a k e N o r m a n H o o t e r s G i r l s B i k e Wash L ancaster rsquos BBQ Annarsquos Sweet Treats and Ronniersquos Bike Show Keeping us rocking wi l l
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19818-C NORTH COVE ROAD CORNELIUS (704) 560-7874
UNIQUELY CRAFTED BEERS
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Food Trucks - Live Music - Pet FriendlyCheck facebook for the latest information
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be the Par t T ime Blues Band wwwt i l leyhdcom
33rd Folkmoot Festival Thu Ju ly 21s tndashSun 31s t N Main S t Wa y n e s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 8 6 W i t h dozens o f per fo r mances he ld dur ing two weeks by hundreds of world dancers and musicians f rom nine countr ies Folkmoot b r i n g s t h e w o r l d rsquo s d i v e r s e cultures together Sharing tradi-t ions and learning about people a r o u n d t h e w o r l d h a s n e v e r been more exci t ing and enter -t a in ing En joy pe r fo r man c e s workshops the Parade of Na-t ions and meet the per formers wwwFolkmootUSA org
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Antique Car Restoration
Complete Turnkey Hot Rods
Custom Motorcycles
Chassis Fabrication
Custom Body Fabrication
Mooresville NC 704 363 0722704 363 0722107 Uppercrest Dr 28117
704bull997bull2354wwweltorogrillus
Conveniently located for all LKN visitors Perfect for the entire family
20930 Torrence Chapel Rd Cornelius Just west of I-77 exit 28
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USA Masters Games Thu July 21stndashSun 31st 1921 W Gate City B l v d G r e e n s b o r o N C 2 7 4 0 3 C o m e j o i n u s i n G r e e n s b o r o for the inaugural USA Masters G a m e s T h e g a m e s m a r k t h e l a u n c h o f a n e w m u l t i - s p o r t e v e n t f o r c o m p e t i t i v e a d u l t a t h l e t e s a g e s 2 1 a n d o v e r T h e U SA M a s t e r s G a m e s w i l l provide both a ldquonat ional-cham-p i o n s h i p - l e v e l rdquo c o m p e t i t i v e exper ience in each sport and a fun enter ta in ing env i ronment c o n d u c i v e t o m e e t i n g a n d socia l iz ing with fe l low Masters a th le tes f rom across the U S a n d o t h e r c o u n t r i e s o f t h e w o r l d ndash a S p o r t s Fe s t i v a l f o r Masters athletes and fans The USA Masters Games wil l feature Opening Ceremonies C los ing Ceremonies n ight ly enter ta in-m e n t a n d a G a m e s V i l l a g e wwwusamastersgamescom
WNC BBQ Fest iva l 2016 ndashSmokinrsquo in the Valley Fr i July 2 2 n d ndash S a t 2 3 r d M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 W i t h u p t o 4 0 c o o k e r s t h i s i s a Barbecue (BBQ) Cooking Competit ion amp K ansas City BBQ Soc ie ty Sanc t ioned event On Fr i d a y n i g h t t h e r e i s a l o c a l res taurant compet i t ion where you can be the judge Saturday a f t e r n o o n v i s i t t h e ldquo Ta s t i n rdquo Ten trdquo to sample compet i to r s rsquo entr ies Dai ly features inc lude a r t s amp c r a f t s a k i d s c o r n e r e n t e r t a i n m e n t amp b e v e r a g e sales including beer and wine wwwmaggieval leyorg
Je r don Mou nt a i n C h a l -lenge Sat Ju ly 23rd Mounta in Gateway Museum 24 Water St O ld For t NC 28762 War m-up t o t h e O R A M M o r j u s t c o m e out and r ide a 24-mi le course that doesnrsquo t have you r id ing in c i r c l e s T h i s i s b a c k - c o u n t r y r a c i n g a t i t s f i n e s t w i t h a shorter course and s t i l l a l l the a m e n i t i e s o f a l o n g d i s t a n c e endurance race This race wi l l run the same course as the ever popular Off Road Assault on Mt Mitchel l but wil l end before the f a m e d c l i m b u p C u r t i s C r e e k Road to the B lue R idge Park -way The race wi l l s t i l l tack le 3000rsquo of cl imbing more than 24 mi les as you hi t some ORAMM h i g h l i g h t s l i k e O l d H i g h w a y 7 0 K i t s u m a S t a r G a p a n d Ja r re t t C reek Ce lebra te w i th a h u g e a f t e r p a r t y c o m p l e t e w i t h p a s t a s a l a d f e a s t N e w B e l g i u m B e e r a n d S h a n n o n Ridge Wine on the picturesque G a t e w a y M u s e u m g r o u n d s wwwbluer idgeadventuresnet
Militia Muster at Fort Dobbs Sa t Ju l y 23 rd 438 For t Dobbs R d S t a t e s v i l l e N C 2 8 6 2 5 A l l m a l e s a g e s 1 6 - 6 0 w e r e r e q u i r e d b y l a w t o s e r v e i n North Carol inarsquos mi l i t ia dur ing t h e Fr e n c h a n d I n d i a n Wa r These c iv i l ians would gather at appointed t imes during the year t o p r a c t i c e m i l i t a r y d r i l l a n d could be used to quickly form an army for defense at t imes of invas ion His tor ic in terpreters representing the Rowan County m i l i t i a w i l l o f f e r o n - g o i n g
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C U LT U R A LG R O U P
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displays of mi l i tar y camp l i fe as wel l as featured musket and cannon f i r ing demonstrat ions wwwfortdobbsorg
K-9s In Flight Sat July 23rdndashSun 31st 300 Tweets ie Rai l road Rd B lowing Rock NC 28605 Don rsquo t miss these h igh -energy p e r f o r m a n c e s s h o w c a s i n g a team of dynamic dogs in acro -bat ic f reesty le rout ines These dogs have dazz led aud iences nat ionwide a t ha l f t ime shows and on te lev is ion Fi rs t -come f i r s t - s e r v e d s e a t i n g S h o w t imes at 11am 1pm and 3pm each day wwwtweets ie com
Euro Automobile Show at Raffaldini Vineyards S u n
J u l y 2 4 t h 1 2 p m ndash 4 p m 4 5 0 G r o c e R d R o n d a N C 2 8 6 7 0 Representat ives wi l l be on-s i te t o d i s c u s s t h e s p e e d s t y l e a n d b e a u t y o f e a c h v e h i c l e Cars provided by Foreign Cars I t a l i a F i a t o f t h e Tr i a d a n d more inc lud ing Fe r ra r i F i a t M a s e r a t i a n d L a m b o r g h i n i wwwRaf fa ld ini com
Hillbilly Jam 2016 Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S a t 3 0 t h M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 T h i s a n n u a l a l l - d a y m u s i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s w e s t e r n N o r t h C a r o l i n a a n d A p p a l a -c h i a rsquo s r i c h m u s i c a l h i s t o r y and the her i tage of moonshine m a k i n g C o m e o n o u t a n d
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RUSTIC - Craft BeerPiano - Cigars
Wine - GiftsGourmet Snacks
200-400 North Harbor Place - Davidson NC 7042373629wwwLakeNormanCottagecomNext to North Harbor Club on the water off of exit 30 I-77
LAKE NORMANON THE WATER
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h a v e a h i l l b i l l y g o o d t i m e wwwhi l lb i l lywoodstockcom
Hickor y Fur n i t ure Ma r t Furniture Festival amp Clear-ance Sale Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S u n 3 1 s t 2 2 2 0 U S H w y 7 0 S E Hickor y NC 28602 Live art isan d e m o n s t r a t i o n s a n d d i s p l a y s wi l l be se t up throughout the Mart and shoppers wi l l be able to in teract wi th f ine fur n i ture c r a f t s m e n a n d a r t i s a n s f r o m o u r r e g i o n Yo u rsquo l l a l s o f i n d t remendous sav ings and mark d o w n s o n f u r n i t u r e p i e c e s ins ide each showroom Many i tems are heavi ly discounted to make room for fa l l inventor ies Customize any furni ture order based on your speci f ic needs wwwhickor yfurni turecom
D o w n t o w n A s h e b o r o rsquo s P i gs amp Peda ls Weekend Fr i A u g u s t 5 t h ndash S a t 6 t h 1 1 5 S Faye t t ev i l l e S t Asheboro NC 27203 A K ansas Ci ty Barbeque S o c i e t y ( K C B S ) s a n c t i o n e d barbecue cooking competi t ion a f a s t - p a c e d c r i t e r i u m b i k e r a c e o p e n t o a m a t e u r s a n d pro fess iona l s a beer ga rden a n d l o c a l b a n d s t h r o u g h o u t the event Food and fun- f i l led act iv i t ies for the ent i re family wwwpigsandpedals com
60th Annual Mt Mitchell Craf ts Fa ir F r i A u g u s t 5 t h 9amndashSat 6th 5pm Town Square B u r n s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 1 4 W i t h a p p r o x i m a t e l y 2 0 0 j u r i e d c r a f t s t h i s e v e n t m o r e t h a n qua l i f i es as a c ra f t shopper rsquo s
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EAT PLAY RELAXstaycation
davidson nc
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Restaurant RowCraft Brew
Farmers Market
Shopping
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Commercia l Real Estate
Online scheduling wwwtcornishlawcom
704-897-30618936 N Pointe Executive Park Drive
Huntersville NC 28078
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A Very Deceiving Destination Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
This is going to be such an awesome weekend That was the thought running through
my mind when I turned into Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge I may have been in an exceptional frame of mind from the relaxing drive to historic Plumtree North Carolina Plumtree is between Spruce Pine and Banner Elk No matter where you are departing from the last 30 minutes of your drive will take you through tree covered roads along fast moving mountain rivers amp streams
C leve amp Robin Young were exploring Western North Carolina with their daughter Lindsay and sons Cleveland William and Philip when Cleve stopped to check out the abandoned TB Vance General Store built in 1919 With much love and patience the ongoing restoration project is the operational center for the Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
The name is very deceiving to be more accurate it would have to be ldquoBlind Squirrel Brewery Lodge Bed amp Breakfast Zip Line Camping Tubing Cabin Rental Ciderworks Trout Fishing Farming Retreat Restaurant Disk Golf Event Space amp Banquet Hallrdquo
The hear t of B l ind Squir re l Brewer y amp Lodge is the ldquoLodge Familyrdquo You will not meet a single employee during your visit While the Youngrsquos own the property each person at the resort takes ownership and great pride in the vision of what Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge has the potential to become
I did have an awesome weekend Experiencing chef prepared locally grown farm to fork meals a zip line canopy tour relaxing on the porch outside the tasting room hiking to a waterfall dining along the river finding out how bad I am at disc golf did I mention the tasting room
Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge 4716 South US Hwy 19E Plumtree NC 28664
wwwblindsquirrelbrewerycom Phone 828-765-2739
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The NC High Countryrsquos Dining Destination
Banner Elk is the culinary hot spot of the North Carolina H i g h C o u n t r y W h e t h e r
yoursquore looking for a five-star meal to mark a special occasion a hearty sandwich after a day in the great outdoors or fresh sushi in a casual setting this townrsquos thriving food scene has something to offer
And summer is the perfect time to visit Banner Elk Although itrsquos just over two hours from Charlotte the resort town sits at an altitude of more than 3700 feet providing a respi te f rom the heat of the flatlands
I f y o u w a n t a t a s t e o f t h e mountains donrsquot leave without ordering fresh trout Have it for dinner at long-time favorite Banner Elk Cafe The location also houses The Lodge Espresso Bar and Eatery which has a coffeehouse vibe
After spending an af ternoon hiking or biking on nearby on Beech Mountain or Grandfather Mountain stop into Dunnrsquos Deli to refuel This New York-style deli serves mile-high clubs tuna melts and cheese-s teak sandwiches Wash it all down with a cold draft
Award-winning Cajun cuisine is available in an upscale setting at L ouis iana Purchase Food amp Spirits or check out the Bayou
Smokehouse and Grill for a more casual experience
The Pa in ted Fi sh i s known for pu t t ing a un ique twis t on recognizable dishes The menu varies from pastas ahi tuna and curried scallops to bacon chicken and southern style trout
Banner Elkrsquos premier dining experience belongs to Artisanal This elegant restaurant located i n a r e f u r b i s h e d b a r n w a s recently named one of the Top 100 restaurants in the US by O p e n Ta b l e c o m A r t i s a n a l rsquo s menu rotates regular ly to take a d v a n t a g e o f f a r m t o t a b l e ingredients and the ambience is second to none
And donrsquot skip breakfast while yoursquore in town Dunnrsquos Deli Banner Elk Cafe and SisterLees Cafeacute all serve great day-starters SisterLees is especially known for Belgian waffles stuffed crepes and scratch-made biscuits
For visitor details and a complete list of restaurants go to wwwBannerElkcom or call toll free 844-824-6777
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Thermal Valley Hang Gliding an instruction-based hang gliding experience based at Foothills
Regional Airport near Morganton hopes to re-ignite a sport that was widely popular in the 1970s
Owners Craig and Laura Pearson have operated the business since 2011 They use a tandem hang glider towed by a light sport aircraft to give instructional flights that range in height from 1500 feet up to 5000 feet and range in duration from 12-20 minutes Craig Pearson a certified glider pilot and 25-year veteran is strapped in a tandem harness with each student
ldquoWe have ground school for 15 minutes before they fly and while they are flying we teach them how to use the gliderrdquo said Laura Pearson ldquoIf a person just wants to experience it and see the scenery that is totally okay Wersquore still going to give them a lesson but theyrsquore not required to do anything strenuous or hard They are able to ride along and enjoy it
ldquoItrsquos a way that families can share a memorable experience and walk away with a positive feeling for hang gliding The whole process
has become more scientific and safer than those days in the 1970s and thatrsquos what we want people to understandrdquo
ldquoYou have to go to the Outer Banks or to Lookout Mountain in Tennessee to get tow flights like we are offeringrdquo says Laura Pearson ldquoOur situation is ideal because we get a tow and fly the hang gliders in a lot of different weather patterns whereas mountain pilots always have to have a prevail ing wind coming at themrdquo
Customers wishing to become a hang gl ider pi lot are eagerly welcomed at Thermal Valley
ldquoOur whole goal is to re-ignite the passion for hangliding in this areardquo says Craig Pearson ldquoThirty years ago there were probably more than 100 hang glider pilots in these mountains Now therersquos just a handfulrdquo
Soar Like an Eagle with Tandem Hang Gliding in Morganton
Participants must be 18 years old weigh less than 235 pounds and be 6rsquo3rdquo or shorter For details call 828-292-8289 or visit wwwthermalvalleynet
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Summer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson College
Summit Coffeersquos second loca-tion The Outpost at Davidson College is greeting summer
and the community with loads of hospitality and a farm to table menu for their special dinners and brunches The Outpost opened in 2013 in a beautifully repurposed fraternity building on campus It houses a pub coffee bar cafe and social spot for students during the school year
While the students are away for a few months a new concept of offering special events and dinners that are open to the public was born It has been a collaborative effort by Courtney Spear the director of food and Brooke Basinger The Outpost manager that has given life to this idea and together they have created all of the creative menu items The ingredients are sourced as locally as possible which means the menu will change based on what is seasonally available each week They personally visit Barbee Farms and Big Oak Farm in Cabar-rus County the Davidson Farmerrsquos
Market and Davidson Collegersquos own 3+ acre farm to select the freshest items each week The college farm which is managed by Theresa Allen uses organic non GMO seeds and no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides
The Outpos t i s the second location for Summit Coffee ownersbrothers Brian and Tim Helfrich both Davidson College graduates and Tom their father The original Summit was opened in 1998 in a 100 year old building located on Main St in Davidson In addition to the weekly dinners and brunches at The Outpost a wine dinner featuring Tuck Beckstoffer wines is scheduled for July 23rd and a beer dinner with Wicked Weed Brewery from Asheville is on August 20th
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Dinner is served on Wednesday evening 5-9 and brunch on Sunday from 9-2
The Outpost is located at 120 Patterson Circle Davidson NC 28035
wwwsummitcoffeecom
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Just over a decade since the Yadkin Valley was designated an American Viticultural Area the
appellation continues to emerge as a premier wine region for the East Coast
Nowhere is that more evident than Surry County Located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley Surry and its affiliated wineries account for nearly half of Valleyrsquos more than 40 wineries
One of Surry Countyrsquos newest wineries is Adagio Vineyards Adagio chose its location in Elkin co-owner Tim Wahl says because itrsquos in the ldquoheart of North Carolina wine country with excellent growing conditions especially the foothills where we grow the grapesrdquo
Such comments are music to the ears of Charlie and Ed Shelton two brothers who came home to Surry County from Charlotte about 17 years ago with a vision to plant grape vines to grow the arearsquos economy
The Sheltons opened Shelton Vineyards in 1999 and spearheaded the push to get a federal AVA designation which was awarded in 2003
One of the things that encouraged the brothers was the geographic location of the Yadkin Valley home to elevations and growing seasons favorable for vineyards
ldquoThe soil conditions here are very idealrdquo says Charlie Shelton ldquoOur soil conditions are almost identical to Burgundy Francerdquo
Louis Jeroslow winemaker at Elkin Creek Vineyards echoes that statement
The Yadkin Valley is very much like Old World Europe Itrsquos l ike stepping into France and Spain and Italy right here in the foothills of North Carolinardquo says Jeroslow ldquoItrsquos actually very ancient topography The Appalachian Mountains are as old as the Himalayas but the soil is very much like Tuscany our latitude is in line with Sicily and our climate is most of all like Bordeaux Our vineyard practices in the region are modeled after Bordeauxrdquo
Winemaking has always been a passion for North Carolina native Jason Wiseman That passion led him
Yadkin Valley Wine Country Emerges In Surry County
photo by Travis Dove
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to the Napa Valley in the early 2000s but the emergence of the Yadkin Valley brought him home to Brushy Mountain Winery in 2006
ldquoWe started to see promise in the wine industry Small boutique wineries opened up and we saw these small guys making fantastic winesrdquo Wiseman explains ldquoAt that point I knew my directionrdquo
The traditional-style grapes that grow well in the Yadkin Valley are Merlot Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Sangiovese Chardonnay Riesling Viognier Sauvignon Blanc and Petit Verdot
For info on winerieswine tourism in Surry County go to wwwYadkinValleyNCcom
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Ghostface Brewing
North Carolinians have always enjoyed trips to Mooresville either for a lazy day on the
lake to explore the of history of stock car racing or to take a short jaunt back to the 50rsquos down the colloquial Main Street In addition to the usual favorite activities Ghostface Brewing is a fresh destination that is rapidly making its way up the townrsquos lsquomust dorsquo bucket list Itrsquos a new business amidst the charming antique side of the city but it pays homage to itrsquos history by proudly sporting old bricks and beams collected from the original on-site structure In fact if you pay the brewery a visit and inevitably enjoy yourself you can buy one of the bricks and have your name permanently affixed to walls of this unique establishment Of course the part industrial part medieval style of this watering hole is not itrsquos number one claim to excite the masses- people are rushing to Ghostface for the beer
With over 20 brews on tap there is something to entice every beer lover from every part of the state The brew masters are at the hop-helm every single day working on new and diverse drafts to insure
that the beer menu never gets stale The breweryrsquos flagship beers like the cleverly named Reapercussions IPA and the Caliginous Bourbon Barrel Stout are impressive enough to stand alone on the taps but they also have a great selection of guest drafts to add variety Ciders mead wine and gluten-reduced beers are also constantly offered to delight all of the gluten-sensitive Lake Norman destination seekers
The except ional aspects o f Ghostface Brewing seem to pile on endlesslyhellip (Did I mention that they always have two nitro drafts on tap) It is absolutely worth an outing to Mooresville to enjoy a Cuddyrsquos Irish Red over a game of cornhole Lastly if you make it to Ghostface and decide that you donrsquot want to leave Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie
Kara Werts
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Ghostface Brewing 427 East Statesville Ave Suite 100 Mooresville NC 28115 wwwghostfacebrewingcom
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131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
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LKNBTLKNBrewersTrailcom
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going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
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How To Get There
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Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
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A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINK
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paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
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Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
62 Vintage Lane Maggie Valley North Carolina 28751
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a n d y o u r f a m i l y w i l l b e a b l e t o s e e a u n i q u e s e l e c t i o n o f the f inest c lass ic cars around wwwtownofvaldesecom
Coon Dog Day Festival Sa t July 9th E Main St Saluda NC 28773 A fest ive atmosphere ev-er ywhere in Saluda good food a b o u n d s a r t s amp c r a f t s a r e a and chi ldrenrsquos play Al l begins w i t h t h e C o o n D o g P a r a d e t h r o u g h d o w n t o w n a t n o o n T h e r e w i l l b e l o t s o f m u s i c per formed throughout Main St wwwsaludacom
Fine Art amp Master Crafts Fes t i va l F r i J u l y 1 5 t h ndash S a t 1 6 t h H i s t o r i c B a n n e r E l k
Elementar y School 185 Azalea Cir SE Banner Elk NC 28604 T h e j u r i e d f e s t i v a l h a s b e e n ser v ing the community with a unique ar ray of ar t for over 24 years and the combinat ion o f l imited part ic ipants and proper atmosphere has contr ibuted to the con t inued success o f the event wwwaver ycountycom
Rural Hill Food Truck Rally Fr i Ju l y 15 th 4pmndash8pm Rura l Hil l Nature Preser ve 4431 Neck Road Huntersv i l le NC 28078 A l l ages a re inv i ted to a t tend and check out the g rea t food that can be found in our local food t rucks Admiss ion to the Ral ly i s f ree but food pr ic ing
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Taproom HoursThu amp Fri 4-10
Sat 2-10Sun 12-8
19507 W Catawba Ave Cornelius NC | Baynebrewcom
The Bayne Brewing Company is a family-owned nano brewery based out of Cornelius NC Our flavors range from the traditional to the unique and each beer is brewed with only the highest quality ingredients
Visit our taproom
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wi l l var y per t r uck menu and the re i s a $5 pa rk ing f ee pe r vehic le wwwruralhi l l net
20th Annual Chalk It Up Sat July 16th 9amndash4pm S Main S t Hendersonv i l le NC 28792 Chalk I t Up is a s idewalk chalk a r t c o n t e s t t h a t rsquo s f u n f o r t h e y o u n g a t h e a r t a n d c h i l d r e n o f a l l ages The s idewa lks o f H i s t o r i c D o w n t o w n H e n d e r -sonvi l le become the canvas for 150 ar t is ts of a l l ages drawing for pr izes and fun I t i s sa id to b e o n e o f t h e l a r g e s t o n e o f the oldest and largest chalk ar t con tes t s in the na t ion V iew-i n g l a s t s u n t i l t h e n e x t r a i n wwwnarniastudioscom
Old Town Cornelius Jazz Festival Sa t Ju l y 16 th 4pm - 9pm Smi thv i l l e Park 19710 S Fer r y St Cornel ius NC 28031 Th is landmark event wi l l f ea -tu re some o f the a rea rsquo s mos t ear thy sou l fu l unpred ic tab le i m p r o v i s e r s o n o n e s t a g e Act iv i t ies include -S i lent Auc-t ion -Food Tr uck Court -L ocal C r a f t B r e w e r i e s A s s C l o w n B r e w i n g B a y n e B r e w i n g amp
D9 Brewing -L i ve Pa in t ing by Jus t in R Chr i s tenber y -L oca l Ar t i sans -K id Zone sponsored b y L a k e N o r m a n Y M C A wwwfbcomblovechar lot te
Mayberry Cool Cars amp Rods Cruise-In Sat July 16th 4pmndash8pm 200 N Main St Mt Air y NC 27030 The cruise-in takes place on the th i rd Sa turday o f each m o n t h f e a t u r i n g m u s i c f r o m WSYD 1300AM wi th 50s 60s and 70s oldies and classic cars on both sides of the road Bring y o u r c l a s s i c c a r i f y o u w a n t to par t ic ipate and ar r ive ear ly for the best spot on the s t reet wwwmountair ydowntownorg
12th Annual Sunday Bash Sun July 17th 12pmndash5pm Ti l ley Harley-Davidson 1226 Morland D r S t a t e s v i l l e N C 2 8 6 7 7 A s a lways 100 of the proceeds f r o m t h i s e v e n t g o t o t h e V ic tor y Junc t ion Gang Camp We rsquo l l h a v e t h e B o b K a r n e y C a l e n d a r G i r l s h e r e L a k e N o r m a n H o o t e r s G i r l s B i k e Wash L ancaster rsquos BBQ Annarsquos Sweet Treats and Ronniersquos Bike Show Keeping us rocking wi l l
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be the Par t T ime Blues Band wwwt i l leyhdcom
33rd Folkmoot Festival Thu Ju ly 21s tndashSun 31s t N Main S t Wa y n e s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 8 6 W i t h dozens o f per fo r mances he ld dur ing two weeks by hundreds of world dancers and musicians f rom nine countr ies Folkmoot b r i n g s t h e w o r l d rsquo s d i v e r s e cultures together Sharing tradi-t ions and learning about people a r o u n d t h e w o r l d h a s n e v e r been more exci t ing and enter -t a in ing En joy pe r fo r man c e s workshops the Parade of Na-t ions and meet the per formers wwwFolkmootUSA org
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USA Masters Games Thu July 21stndashSun 31st 1921 W Gate City B l v d G r e e n s b o r o N C 2 7 4 0 3 C o m e j o i n u s i n G r e e n s b o r o for the inaugural USA Masters G a m e s T h e g a m e s m a r k t h e l a u n c h o f a n e w m u l t i - s p o r t e v e n t f o r c o m p e t i t i v e a d u l t a t h l e t e s a g e s 2 1 a n d o v e r T h e U SA M a s t e r s G a m e s w i l l provide both a ldquonat ional-cham-p i o n s h i p - l e v e l rdquo c o m p e t i t i v e exper ience in each sport and a fun enter ta in ing env i ronment c o n d u c i v e t o m e e t i n g a n d socia l iz ing with fe l low Masters a th le tes f rom across the U S a n d o t h e r c o u n t r i e s o f t h e w o r l d ndash a S p o r t s Fe s t i v a l f o r Masters athletes and fans The USA Masters Games wil l feature Opening Ceremonies C los ing Ceremonies n ight ly enter ta in-m e n t a n d a G a m e s V i l l a g e wwwusamastersgamescom
WNC BBQ Fest iva l 2016 ndashSmokinrsquo in the Valley Fr i July 2 2 n d ndash S a t 2 3 r d M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 W i t h u p t o 4 0 c o o k e r s t h i s i s a Barbecue (BBQ) Cooking Competit ion amp K ansas City BBQ Soc ie ty Sanc t ioned event On Fr i d a y n i g h t t h e r e i s a l o c a l res taurant compet i t ion where you can be the judge Saturday a f t e r n o o n v i s i t t h e ldquo Ta s t i n rdquo Ten trdquo to sample compet i to r s rsquo entr ies Dai ly features inc lude a r t s amp c r a f t s a k i d s c o r n e r e n t e r t a i n m e n t amp b e v e r a g e sales including beer and wine wwwmaggieval leyorg
Je r don Mou nt a i n C h a l -lenge Sat Ju ly 23rd Mounta in Gateway Museum 24 Water St O ld For t NC 28762 War m-up t o t h e O R A M M o r j u s t c o m e out and r ide a 24-mi le course that doesnrsquo t have you r id ing in c i r c l e s T h i s i s b a c k - c o u n t r y r a c i n g a t i t s f i n e s t w i t h a shorter course and s t i l l a l l the a m e n i t i e s o f a l o n g d i s t a n c e endurance race This race wi l l run the same course as the ever popular Off Road Assault on Mt Mitchel l but wil l end before the f a m e d c l i m b u p C u r t i s C r e e k Road to the B lue R idge Park -way The race wi l l s t i l l tack le 3000rsquo of cl imbing more than 24 mi les as you hi t some ORAMM h i g h l i g h t s l i k e O l d H i g h w a y 7 0 K i t s u m a S t a r G a p a n d Ja r re t t C reek Ce lebra te w i th a h u g e a f t e r p a r t y c o m p l e t e w i t h p a s t a s a l a d f e a s t N e w B e l g i u m B e e r a n d S h a n n o n Ridge Wine on the picturesque G a t e w a y M u s e u m g r o u n d s wwwbluer idgeadventuresnet
Militia Muster at Fort Dobbs Sa t Ju l y 23 rd 438 For t Dobbs R d S t a t e s v i l l e N C 2 8 6 2 5 A l l m a l e s a g e s 1 6 - 6 0 w e r e r e q u i r e d b y l a w t o s e r v e i n North Carol inarsquos mi l i t ia dur ing t h e Fr e n c h a n d I n d i a n Wa r These c iv i l ians would gather at appointed t imes during the year t o p r a c t i c e m i l i t a r y d r i l l a n d could be used to quickly form an army for defense at t imes of invas ion His tor ic in terpreters representing the Rowan County m i l i t i a w i l l o f f e r o n - g o i n g
Continued On Page 14
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C O R N ELI U SA R T S
C U LT U R A LG R O U P
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displays of mi l i tar y camp l i fe as wel l as featured musket and cannon f i r ing demonstrat ions wwwfortdobbsorg
K-9s In Flight Sat July 23rdndashSun 31st 300 Tweets ie Rai l road Rd B lowing Rock NC 28605 Don rsquo t miss these h igh -energy p e r f o r m a n c e s s h o w c a s i n g a team of dynamic dogs in acro -bat ic f reesty le rout ines These dogs have dazz led aud iences nat ionwide a t ha l f t ime shows and on te lev is ion Fi rs t -come f i r s t - s e r v e d s e a t i n g S h o w t imes at 11am 1pm and 3pm each day wwwtweets ie com
Euro Automobile Show at Raffaldini Vineyards S u n
J u l y 2 4 t h 1 2 p m ndash 4 p m 4 5 0 G r o c e R d R o n d a N C 2 8 6 7 0 Representat ives wi l l be on-s i te t o d i s c u s s t h e s p e e d s t y l e a n d b e a u t y o f e a c h v e h i c l e Cars provided by Foreign Cars I t a l i a F i a t o f t h e Tr i a d a n d more inc lud ing Fe r ra r i F i a t M a s e r a t i a n d L a m b o r g h i n i wwwRaf fa ld ini com
Hillbilly Jam 2016 Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S a t 3 0 t h M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 T h i s a n n u a l a l l - d a y m u s i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s w e s t e r n N o r t h C a r o l i n a a n d A p p a l a -c h i a rsquo s r i c h m u s i c a l h i s t o r y and the her i tage of moonshine m a k i n g C o m e o n o u t a n d
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200-400 North Harbor Place - Davidson NC 7042373629wwwLakeNormanCottagecomNext to North Harbor Club on the water off of exit 30 I-77
LAKE NORMANON THE WATER
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h a v e a h i l l b i l l y g o o d t i m e wwwhi l lb i l lywoodstockcom
Hickor y Fur n i t ure Ma r t Furniture Festival amp Clear-ance Sale Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S u n 3 1 s t 2 2 2 0 U S H w y 7 0 S E Hickor y NC 28602 Live art isan d e m o n s t r a t i o n s a n d d i s p l a y s wi l l be se t up throughout the Mart and shoppers wi l l be able to in teract wi th f ine fur n i ture c r a f t s m e n a n d a r t i s a n s f r o m o u r r e g i o n Yo u rsquo l l a l s o f i n d t remendous sav ings and mark d o w n s o n f u r n i t u r e p i e c e s ins ide each showroom Many i tems are heavi ly discounted to make room for fa l l inventor ies Customize any furni ture order based on your speci f ic needs wwwhickor yfurni turecom
D o w n t o w n A s h e b o r o rsquo s P i gs amp Peda ls Weekend Fr i A u g u s t 5 t h ndash S a t 6 t h 1 1 5 S Faye t t ev i l l e S t Asheboro NC 27203 A K ansas Ci ty Barbeque S o c i e t y ( K C B S ) s a n c t i o n e d barbecue cooking competi t ion a f a s t - p a c e d c r i t e r i u m b i k e r a c e o p e n t o a m a t e u r s a n d pro fess iona l s a beer ga rden a n d l o c a l b a n d s t h r o u g h o u t the event Food and fun- f i l led act iv i t ies for the ent i re family wwwpigsandpedals com
60th Annual Mt Mitchell Craf ts Fa ir F r i A u g u s t 5 t h 9amndashSat 6th 5pm Town Square B u r n s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 1 4 W i t h a p p r o x i m a t e l y 2 0 0 j u r i e d c r a f t s t h i s e v e n t m o r e t h a n qua l i f i es as a c ra f t shopper rsquo s
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EAT PLAY RELAXstaycation
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Huntersville NC 28078
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A Very Deceiving Destination Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
This is going to be such an awesome weekend That was the thought running through
my mind when I turned into Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge I may have been in an exceptional frame of mind from the relaxing drive to historic Plumtree North Carolina Plumtree is between Spruce Pine and Banner Elk No matter where you are departing from the last 30 minutes of your drive will take you through tree covered roads along fast moving mountain rivers amp streams
C leve amp Robin Young were exploring Western North Carolina with their daughter Lindsay and sons Cleveland William and Philip when Cleve stopped to check out the abandoned TB Vance General Store built in 1919 With much love and patience the ongoing restoration project is the operational center for the Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
The name is very deceiving to be more accurate it would have to be ldquoBlind Squirrel Brewery Lodge Bed amp Breakfast Zip Line Camping Tubing Cabin Rental Ciderworks Trout Fishing Farming Retreat Restaurant Disk Golf Event Space amp Banquet Hallrdquo
The hear t of B l ind Squir re l Brewer y amp Lodge is the ldquoLodge Familyrdquo You will not meet a single employee during your visit While the Youngrsquos own the property each person at the resort takes ownership and great pride in the vision of what Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge has the potential to become
I did have an awesome weekend Experiencing chef prepared locally grown farm to fork meals a zip line canopy tour relaxing on the porch outside the tasting room hiking to a waterfall dining along the river finding out how bad I am at disc golf did I mention the tasting room
Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge 4716 South US Hwy 19E Plumtree NC 28664
wwwblindsquirrelbrewerycom Phone 828-765-2739
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The NC High Countryrsquos Dining Destination
Banner Elk is the culinary hot spot of the North Carolina H i g h C o u n t r y W h e t h e r
yoursquore looking for a five-star meal to mark a special occasion a hearty sandwich after a day in the great outdoors or fresh sushi in a casual setting this townrsquos thriving food scene has something to offer
And summer is the perfect time to visit Banner Elk Although itrsquos just over two hours from Charlotte the resort town sits at an altitude of more than 3700 feet providing a respi te f rom the heat of the flatlands
I f y o u w a n t a t a s t e o f t h e mountains donrsquot leave without ordering fresh trout Have it for dinner at long-time favorite Banner Elk Cafe The location also houses The Lodge Espresso Bar and Eatery which has a coffeehouse vibe
After spending an af ternoon hiking or biking on nearby on Beech Mountain or Grandfather Mountain stop into Dunnrsquos Deli to refuel This New York-style deli serves mile-high clubs tuna melts and cheese-s teak sandwiches Wash it all down with a cold draft
Award-winning Cajun cuisine is available in an upscale setting at L ouis iana Purchase Food amp Spirits or check out the Bayou
Smokehouse and Grill for a more casual experience
The Pa in ted Fi sh i s known for pu t t ing a un ique twis t on recognizable dishes The menu varies from pastas ahi tuna and curried scallops to bacon chicken and southern style trout
Banner Elkrsquos premier dining experience belongs to Artisanal This elegant restaurant located i n a r e f u r b i s h e d b a r n w a s recently named one of the Top 100 restaurants in the US by O p e n Ta b l e c o m A r t i s a n a l rsquo s menu rotates regular ly to take a d v a n t a g e o f f a r m t o t a b l e ingredients and the ambience is second to none
And donrsquot skip breakfast while yoursquore in town Dunnrsquos Deli Banner Elk Cafe and SisterLees Cafeacute all serve great day-starters SisterLees is especially known for Belgian waffles stuffed crepes and scratch-made biscuits
For visitor details and a complete list of restaurants go to wwwBannerElkcom or call toll free 844-824-6777
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Thermal Valley Hang Gliding an instruction-based hang gliding experience based at Foothills
Regional Airport near Morganton hopes to re-ignite a sport that was widely popular in the 1970s
Owners Craig and Laura Pearson have operated the business since 2011 They use a tandem hang glider towed by a light sport aircraft to give instructional flights that range in height from 1500 feet up to 5000 feet and range in duration from 12-20 minutes Craig Pearson a certified glider pilot and 25-year veteran is strapped in a tandem harness with each student
ldquoWe have ground school for 15 minutes before they fly and while they are flying we teach them how to use the gliderrdquo said Laura Pearson ldquoIf a person just wants to experience it and see the scenery that is totally okay Wersquore still going to give them a lesson but theyrsquore not required to do anything strenuous or hard They are able to ride along and enjoy it
ldquoItrsquos a way that families can share a memorable experience and walk away with a positive feeling for hang gliding The whole process
has become more scientific and safer than those days in the 1970s and thatrsquos what we want people to understandrdquo
ldquoYou have to go to the Outer Banks or to Lookout Mountain in Tennessee to get tow flights like we are offeringrdquo says Laura Pearson ldquoOur situation is ideal because we get a tow and fly the hang gliders in a lot of different weather patterns whereas mountain pilots always have to have a prevail ing wind coming at themrdquo
Customers wishing to become a hang gl ider pi lot are eagerly welcomed at Thermal Valley
ldquoOur whole goal is to re-ignite the passion for hangliding in this areardquo says Craig Pearson ldquoThirty years ago there were probably more than 100 hang glider pilots in these mountains Now therersquos just a handfulrdquo
Soar Like an Eagle with Tandem Hang Gliding in Morganton
Participants must be 18 years old weigh less than 235 pounds and be 6rsquo3rdquo or shorter For details call 828-292-8289 or visit wwwthermalvalleynet
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Summer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson College
Summit Coffeersquos second loca-tion The Outpost at Davidson College is greeting summer
and the community with loads of hospitality and a farm to table menu for their special dinners and brunches The Outpost opened in 2013 in a beautifully repurposed fraternity building on campus It houses a pub coffee bar cafe and social spot for students during the school year
While the students are away for a few months a new concept of offering special events and dinners that are open to the public was born It has been a collaborative effort by Courtney Spear the director of food and Brooke Basinger The Outpost manager that has given life to this idea and together they have created all of the creative menu items The ingredients are sourced as locally as possible which means the menu will change based on what is seasonally available each week They personally visit Barbee Farms and Big Oak Farm in Cabar-rus County the Davidson Farmerrsquos
Market and Davidson Collegersquos own 3+ acre farm to select the freshest items each week The college farm which is managed by Theresa Allen uses organic non GMO seeds and no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides
The Outpos t i s the second location for Summit Coffee ownersbrothers Brian and Tim Helfrich both Davidson College graduates and Tom their father The original Summit was opened in 1998 in a 100 year old building located on Main St in Davidson In addition to the weekly dinners and brunches at The Outpost a wine dinner featuring Tuck Beckstoffer wines is scheduled for July 23rd and a beer dinner with Wicked Weed Brewery from Asheville is on August 20th
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Dinner is served on Wednesday evening 5-9 and brunch on Sunday from 9-2
The Outpost is located at 120 Patterson Circle Davidson NC 28035
wwwsummitcoffeecom
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Just over a decade since the Yadkin Valley was designated an American Viticultural Area the
appellation continues to emerge as a premier wine region for the East Coast
Nowhere is that more evident than Surry County Located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley Surry and its affiliated wineries account for nearly half of Valleyrsquos more than 40 wineries
One of Surry Countyrsquos newest wineries is Adagio Vineyards Adagio chose its location in Elkin co-owner Tim Wahl says because itrsquos in the ldquoheart of North Carolina wine country with excellent growing conditions especially the foothills where we grow the grapesrdquo
Such comments are music to the ears of Charlie and Ed Shelton two brothers who came home to Surry County from Charlotte about 17 years ago with a vision to plant grape vines to grow the arearsquos economy
The Sheltons opened Shelton Vineyards in 1999 and spearheaded the push to get a federal AVA designation which was awarded in 2003
One of the things that encouraged the brothers was the geographic location of the Yadkin Valley home to elevations and growing seasons favorable for vineyards
ldquoThe soil conditions here are very idealrdquo says Charlie Shelton ldquoOur soil conditions are almost identical to Burgundy Francerdquo
Louis Jeroslow winemaker at Elkin Creek Vineyards echoes that statement
The Yadkin Valley is very much like Old World Europe Itrsquos l ike stepping into France and Spain and Italy right here in the foothills of North Carolinardquo says Jeroslow ldquoItrsquos actually very ancient topography The Appalachian Mountains are as old as the Himalayas but the soil is very much like Tuscany our latitude is in line with Sicily and our climate is most of all like Bordeaux Our vineyard practices in the region are modeled after Bordeauxrdquo
Winemaking has always been a passion for North Carolina native Jason Wiseman That passion led him
Yadkin Valley Wine Country Emerges In Surry County
photo by Travis Dove
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to the Napa Valley in the early 2000s but the emergence of the Yadkin Valley brought him home to Brushy Mountain Winery in 2006
ldquoWe started to see promise in the wine industry Small boutique wineries opened up and we saw these small guys making fantastic winesrdquo Wiseman explains ldquoAt that point I knew my directionrdquo
The traditional-style grapes that grow well in the Yadkin Valley are Merlot Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Sangiovese Chardonnay Riesling Viognier Sauvignon Blanc and Petit Verdot
For info on winerieswine tourism in Surry County go to wwwYadkinValleyNCcom
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Ghostface Brewing
North Carolinians have always enjoyed trips to Mooresville either for a lazy day on the
lake to explore the of history of stock car racing or to take a short jaunt back to the 50rsquos down the colloquial Main Street In addition to the usual favorite activities Ghostface Brewing is a fresh destination that is rapidly making its way up the townrsquos lsquomust dorsquo bucket list Itrsquos a new business amidst the charming antique side of the city but it pays homage to itrsquos history by proudly sporting old bricks and beams collected from the original on-site structure In fact if you pay the brewery a visit and inevitably enjoy yourself you can buy one of the bricks and have your name permanently affixed to walls of this unique establishment Of course the part industrial part medieval style of this watering hole is not itrsquos number one claim to excite the masses- people are rushing to Ghostface for the beer
With over 20 brews on tap there is something to entice every beer lover from every part of the state The brew masters are at the hop-helm every single day working on new and diverse drafts to insure
that the beer menu never gets stale The breweryrsquos flagship beers like the cleverly named Reapercussions IPA and the Caliginous Bourbon Barrel Stout are impressive enough to stand alone on the taps but they also have a great selection of guest drafts to add variety Ciders mead wine and gluten-reduced beers are also constantly offered to delight all of the gluten-sensitive Lake Norman destination seekers
The except ional aspects o f Ghostface Brewing seem to pile on endlesslyhellip (Did I mention that they always have two nitro drafts on tap) It is absolutely worth an outing to Mooresville to enjoy a Cuddyrsquos Irish Red over a game of cornhole Lastly if you make it to Ghostface and decide that you donrsquot want to leave Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie
Kara Werts
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Ghostface Brewing 427 East Statesville Ave Suite 100 Mooresville NC 28115 wwwghostfacebrewingcom
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131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
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LKNBrewersTrailcom is a single source for what is
going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
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Digi ta l content is avai lable on desktop tablet and phone
Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
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A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINK
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paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
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Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
62 Vintage Lane Maggie Valley North Carolina 28751
(828) 926-6266
ldquoTHE MUSEUM THAT RUNSrdquo
WE ARE NORTH CAROLINArsquoS1 TOYHAULER DEALER
CONCORD NC bull MARION NCtomjohnsoncampingcom
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O F F I - 7 7 E X I T 3 3 bull 1 1 7 T R A D E CO U RT (MOORESVILLE)
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New lookNew chef
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HUNT E R SV I L L E9230 Beatties Ford Road
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wi l l var y per t r uck menu and the re i s a $5 pa rk ing f ee pe r vehic le wwwruralhi l l net
20th Annual Chalk It Up Sat July 16th 9amndash4pm S Main S t Hendersonv i l le NC 28792 Chalk I t Up is a s idewalk chalk a r t c o n t e s t t h a t rsquo s f u n f o r t h e y o u n g a t h e a r t a n d c h i l d r e n o f a l l ages The s idewa lks o f H i s t o r i c D o w n t o w n H e n d e r -sonvi l le become the canvas for 150 ar t is ts of a l l ages drawing for pr izes and fun I t i s sa id to b e o n e o f t h e l a r g e s t o n e o f the oldest and largest chalk ar t con tes t s in the na t ion V iew-i n g l a s t s u n t i l t h e n e x t r a i n wwwnarniastudioscom
Old Town Cornelius Jazz Festival Sa t Ju l y 16 th 4pm - 9pm Smi thv i l l e Park 19710 S Fer r y St Cornel ius NC 28031 Th is landmark event wi l l f ea -tu re some o f the a rea rsquo s mos t ear thy sou l fu l unpred ic tab le i m p r o v i s e r s o n o n e s t a g e Act iv i t ies include -S i lent Auc-t ion -Food Tr uck Court -L ocal C r a f t B r e w e r i e s A s s C l o w n B r e w i n g B a y n e B r e w i n g amp
D9 Brewing -L i ve Pa in t ing by Jus t in R Chr i s tenber y -L oca l Ar t i sans -K id Zone sponsored b y L a k e N o r m a n Y M C A wwwfbcomblovechar lot te
Mayberry Cool Cars amp Rods Cruise-In Sat July 16th 4pmndash8pm 200 N Main St Mt Air y NC 27030 The cruise-in takes place on the th i rd Sa turday o f each m o n t h f e a t u r i n g m u s i c f r o m WSYD 1300AM wi th 50s 60s and 70s oldies and classic cars on both sides of the road Bring y o u r c l a s s i c c a r i f y o u w a n t to par t ic ipate and ar r ive ear ly for the best spot on the s t reet wwwmountair ydowntownorg
12th Annual Sunday Bash Sun July 17th 12pmndash5pm Ti l ley Harley-Davidson 1226 Morland D r S t a t e s v i l l e N C 2 8 6 7 7 A s a lways 100 of the proceeds f r o m t h i s e v e n t g o t o t h e V ic tor y Junc t ion Gang Camp We rsquo l l h a v e t h e B o b K a r n e y C a l e n d a r G i r l s h e r e L a k e N o r m a n H o o t e r s G i r l s B i k e Wash L ancaster rsquos BBQ Annarsquos Sweet Treats and Ronniersquos Bike Show Keeping us rocking wi l l
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UNIQUELY CRAFTED BEERS
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Food Trucks - Live Music - Pet FriendlyCheck facebook for the latest information
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be the Par t T ime Blues Band wwwt i l leyhdcom
33rd Folkmoot Festival Thu Ju ly 21s tndashSun 31s t N Main S t Wa y n e s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 8 6 W i t h dozens o f per fo r mances he ld dur ing two weeks by hundreds of world dancers and musicians f rom nine countr ies Folkmoot b r i n g s t h e w o r l d rsquo s d i v e r s e cultures together Sharing tradi-t ions and learning about people a r o u n d t h e w o r l d h a s n e v e r been more exci t ing and enter -t a in ing En joy pe r fo r man c e s workshops the Parade of Na-t ions and meet the per formers wwwFolkmootUSA org
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Antique Car Restoration
Complete Turnkey Hot Rods
Custom Motorcycles
Chassis Fabrication
Custom Body Fabrication
Mooresville NC 704 363 0722704 363 0722107 Uppercrest Dr 28117
704bull997bull2354wwweltorogrillus
Conveniently located for all LKN visitors Perfect for the entire family
20930 Torrence Chapel Rd Cornelius Just west of I-77 exit 28
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USA Masters Games Thu July 21stndashSun 31st 1921 W Gate City B l v d G r e e n s b o r o N C 2 7 4 0 3 C o m e j o i n u s i n G r e e n s b o r o for the inaugural USA Masters G a m e s T h e g a m e s m a r k t h e l a u n c h o f a n e w m u l t i - s p o r t e v e n t f o r c o m p e t i t i v e a d u l t a t h l e t e s a g e s 2 1 a n d o v e r T h e U SA M a s t e r s G a m e s w i l l provide both a ldquonat ional-cham-p i o n s h i p - l e v e l rdquo c o m p e t i t i v e exper ience in each sport and a fun enter ta in ing env i ronment c o n d u c i v e t o m e e t i n g a n d socia l iz ing with fe l low Masters a th le tes f rom across the U S a n d o t h e r c o u n t r i e s o f t h e w o r l d ndash a S p o r t s Fe s t i v a l f o r Masters athletes and fans The USA Masters Games wil l feature Opening Ceremonies C los ing Ceremonies n ight ly enter ta in-m e n t a n d a G a m e s V i l l a g e wwwusamastersgamescom
WNC BBQ Fest iva l 2016 ndashSmokinrsquo in the Valley Fr i July 2 2 n d ndash S a t 2 3 r d M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 W i t h u p t o 4 0 c o o k e r s t h i s i s a Barbecue (BBQ) Cooking Competit ion amp K ansas City BBQ Soc ie ty Sanc t ioned event On Fr i d a y n i g h t t h e r e i s a l o c a l res taurant compet i t ion where you can be the judge Saturday a f t e r n o o n v i s i t t h e ldquo Ta s t i n rdquo Ten trdquo to sample compet i to r s rsquo entr ies Dai ly features inc lude a r t s amp c r a f t s a k i d s c o r n e r e n t e r t a i n m e n t amp b e v e r a g e sales including beer and wine wwwmaggieval leyorg
Je r don Mou nt a i n C h a l -lenge Sat Ju ly 23rd Mounta in Gateway Museum 24 Water St O ld For t NC 28762 War m-up t o t h e O R A M M o r j u s t c o m e out and r ide a 24-mi le course that doesnrsquo t have you r id ing in c i r c l e s T h i s i s b a c k - c o u n t r y r a c i n g a t i t s f i n e s t w i t h a shorter course and s t i l l a l l the a m e n i t i e s o f a l o n g d i s t a n c e endurance race This race wi l l run the same course as the ever popular Off Road Assault on Mt Mitchel l but wil l end before the f a m e d c l i m b u p C u r t i s C r e e k Road to the B lue R idge Park -way The race wi l l s t i l l tack le 3000rsquo of cl imbing more than 24 mi les as you hi t some ORAMM h i g h l i g h t s l i k e O l d H i g h w a y 7 0 K i t s u m a S t a r G a p a n d Ja r re t t C reek Ce lebra te w i th a h u g e a f t e r p a r t y c o m p l e t e w i t h p a s t a s a l a d f e a s t N e w B e l g i u m B e e r a n d S h a n n o n Ridge Wine on the picturesque G a t e w a y M u s e u m g r o u n d s wwwbluer idgeadventuresnet
Militia Muster at Fort Dobbs Sa t Ju l y 23 rd 438 For t Dobbs R d S t a t e s v i l l e N C 2 8 6 2 5 A l l m a l e s a g e s 1 6 - 6 0 w e r e r e q u i r e d b y l a w t o s e r v e i n North Carol inarsquos mi l i t ia dur ing t h e Fr e n c h a n d I n d i a n Wa r These c iv i l ians would gather at appointed t imes during the year t o p r a c t i c e m i l i t a r y d r i l l a n d could be used to quickly form an army for defense at t imes of invas ion His tor ic in terpreters representing the Rowan County m i l i t i a w i l l o f f e r o n - g o i n g
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displays of mi l i tar y camp l i fe as wel l as featured musket and cannon f i r ing demonstrat ions wwwfortdobbsorg
K-9s In Flight Sat July 23rdndashSun 31st 300 Tweets ie Rai l road Rd B lowing Rock NC 28605 Don rsquo t miss these h igh -energy p e r f o r m a n c e s s h o w c a s i n g a team of dynamic dogs in acro -bat ic f reesty le rout ines These dogs have dazz led aud iences nat ionwide a t ha l f t ime shows and on te lev is ion Fi rs t -come f i r s t - s e r v e d s e a t i n g S h o w t imes at 11am 1pm and 3pm each day wwwtweets ie com
Euro Automobile Show at Raffaldini Vineyards S u n
J u l y 2 4 t h 1 2 p m ndash 4 p m 4 5 0 G r o c e R d R o n d a N C 2 8 6 7 0 Representat ives wi l l be on-s i te t o d i s c u s s t h e s p e e d s t y l e a n d b e a u t y o f e a c h v e h i c l e Cars provided by Foreign Cars I t a l i a F i a t o f t h e Tr i a d a n d more inc lud ing Fe r ra r i F i a t M a s e r a t i a n d L a m b o r g h i n i wwwRaf fa ld ini com
Hillbilly Jam 2016 Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S a t 3 0 t h M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 T h i s a n n u a l a l l - d a y m u s i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s w e s t e r n N o r t h C a r o l i n a a n d A p p a l a -c h i a rsquo s r i c h m u s i c a l h i s t o r y and the her i tage of moonshine m a k i n g C o m e o n o u t a n d
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TWO LOCATIONSONE
DESTINATIONTheCabin
RUSTIC - Craft BeerPiano - Cigars
Wine - GiftsGourmet Snacks
200-400 North Harbor Place - Davidson NC 7042373629wwwLakeNormanCottagecomNext to North Harbor Club on the water off of exit 30 I-77
LAKE NORMANON THE WATER
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h a v e a h i l l b i l l y g o o d t i m e wwwhi l lb i l lywoodstockcom
Hickor y Fur n i t ure Ma r t Furniture Festival amp Clear-ance Sale Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S u n 3 1 s t 2 2 2 0 U S H w y 7 0 S E Hickor y NC 28602 Live art isan d e m o n s t r a t i o n s a n d d i s p l a y s wi l l be se t up throughout the Mart and shoppers wi l l be able to in teract wi th f ine fur n i ture c r a f t s m e n a n d a r t i s a n s f r o m o u r r e g i o n Yo u rsquo l l a l s o f i n d t remendous sav ings and mark d o w n s o n f u r n i t u r e p i e c e s ins ide each showroom Many i tems are heavi ly discounted to make room for fa l l inventor ies Customize any furni ture order based on your speci f ic needs wwwhickor yfurni turecom
D o w n t o w n A s h e b o r o rsquo s P i gs amp Peda ls Weekend Fr i A u g u s t 5 t h ndash S a t 6 t h 1 1 5 S Faye t t ev i l l e S t Asheboro NC 27203 A K ansas Ci ty Barbeque S o c i e t y ( K C B S ) s a n c t i o n e d barbecue cooking competi t ion a f a s t - p a c e d c r i t e r i u m b i k e r a c e o p e n t o a m a t e u r s a n d pro fess iona l s a beer ga rden a n d l o c a l b a n d s t h r o u g h o u t the event Food and fun- f i l led act iv i t ies for the ent i re family wwwpigsandpedals com
60th Annual Mt Mitchell Craf ts Fa ir F r i A u g u s t 5 t h 9amndashSat 6th 5pm Town Square B u r n s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 1 4 W i t h a p p r o x i m a t e l y 2 0 0 j u r i e d c r a f t s t h i s e v e n t m o r e t h a n qua l i f i es as a c ra f t shopper rsquo s
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EAT PLAY RELAXstaycation
davidson nc
cedarsdavidsoncom
7047654930
Restaurant RowCraft Brew
Farmers Market
Shopping
Resident ia lamp
Commercia l Real Estate
Online scheduling wwwtcornishlawcom
704-897-30618936 N Pointe Executive Park Drive
Huntersville NC 28078
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A Very Deceiving Destination Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
This is going to be such an awesome weekend That was the thought running through
my mind when I turned into Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge I may have been in an exceptional frame of mind from the relaxing drive to historic Plumtree North Carolina Plumtree is between Spruce Pine and Banner Elk No matter where you are departing from the last 30 minutes of your drive will take you through tree covered roads along fast moving mountain rivers amp streams
C leve amp Robin Young were exploring Western North Carolina with their daughter Lindsay and sons Cleveland William and Philip when Cleve stopped to check out the abandoned TB Vance General Store built in 1919 With much love and patience the ongoing restoration project is the operational center for the Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
The name is very deceiving to be more accurate it would have to be ldquoBlind Squirrel Brewery Lodge Bed amp Breakfast Zip Line Camping Tubing Cabin Rental Ciderworks Trout Fishing Farming Retreat Restaurant Disk Golf Event Space amp Banquet Hallrdquo
The hear t of B l ind Squir re l Brewer y amp Lodge is the ldquoLodge Familyrdquo You will not meet a single employee during your visit While the Youngrsquos own the property each person at the resort takes ownership and great pride in the vision of what Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge has the potential to become
I did have an awesome weekend Experiencing chef prepared locally grown farm to fork meals a zip line canopy tour relaxing on the porch outside the tasting room hiking to a waterfall dining along the river finding out how bad I am at disc golf did I mention the tasting room
Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge 4716 South US Hwy 19E Plumtree NC 28664
wwwblindsquirrelbrewerycom Phone 828-765-2739
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The NC High Countryrsquos Dining Destination
Banner Elk is the culinary hot spot of the North Carolina H i g h C o u n t r y W h e t h e r
yoursquore looking for a five-star meal to mark a special occasion a hearty sandwich after a day in the great outdoors or fresh sushi in a casual setting this townrsquos thriving food scene has something to offer
And summer is the perfect time to visit Banner Elk Although itrsquos just over two hours from Charlotte the resort town sits at an altitude of more than 3700 feet providing a respi te f rom the heat of the flatlands
I f y o u w a n t a t a s t e o f t h e mountains donrsquot leave without ordering fresh trout Have it for dinner at long-time favorite Banner Elk Cafe The location also houses The Lodge Espresso Bar and Eatery which has a coffeehouse vibe
After spending an af ternoon hiking or biking on nearby on Beech Mountain or Grandfather Mountain stop into Dunnrsquos Deli to refuel This New York-style deli serves mile-high clubs tuna melts and cheese-s teak sandwiches Wash it all down with a cold draft
Award-winning Cajun cuisine is available in an upscale setting at L ouis iana Purchase Food amp Spirits or check out the Bayou
Smokehouse and Grill for a more casual experience
The Pa in ted Fi sh i s known for pu t t ing a un ique twis t on recognizable dishes The menu varies from pastas ahi tuna and curried scallops to bacon chicken and southern style trout
Banner Elkrsquos premier dining experience belongs to Artisanal This elegant restaurant located i n a r e f u r b i s h e d b a r n w a s recently named one of the Top 100 restaurants in the US by O p e n Ta b l e c o m A r t i s a n a l rsquo s menu rotates regular ly to take a d v a n t a g e o f f a r m t o t a b l e ingredients and the ambience is second to none
And donrsquot skip breakfast while yoursquore in town Dunnrsquos Deli Banner Elk Cafe and SisterLees Cafeacute all serve great day-starters SisterLees is especially known for Belgian waffles stuffed crepes and scratch-made biscuits
For visitor details and a complete list of restaurants go to wwwBannerElkcom or call toll free 844-824-6777
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Thermal Valley Hang Gliding an instruction-based hang gliding experience based at Foothills
Regional Airport near Morganton hopes to re-ignite a sport that was widely popular in the 1970s
Owners Craig and Laura Pearson have operated the business since 2011 They use a tandem hang glider towed by a light sport aircraft to give instructional flights that range in height from 1500 feet up to 5000 feet and range in duration from 12-20 minutes Craig Pearson a certified glider pilot and 25-year veteran is strapped in a tandem harness with each student
ldquoWe have ground school for 15 minutes before they fly and while they are flying we teach them how to use the gliderrdquo said Laura Pearson ldquoIf a person just wants to experience it and see the scenery that is totally okay Wersquore still going to give them a lesson but theyrsquore not required to do anything strenuous or hard They are able to ride along and enjoy it
ldquoItrsquos a way that families can share a memorable experience and walk away with a positive feeling for hang gliding The whole process
has become more scientific and safer than those days in the 1970s and thatrsquos what we want people to understandrdquo
ldquoYou have to go to the Outer Banks or to Lookout Mountain in Tennessee to get tow flights like we are offeringrdquo says Laura Pearson ldquoOur situation is ideal because we get a tow and fly the hang gliders in a lot of different weather patterns whereas mountain pilots always have to have a prevail ing wind coming at themrdquo
Customers wishing to become a hang gl ider pi lot are eagerly welcomed at Thermal Valley
ldquoOur whole goal is to re-ignite the passion for hangliding in this areardquo says Craig Pearson ldquoThirty years ago there were probably more than 100 hang glider pilots in these mountains Now therersquos just a handfulrdquo
Soar Like an Eagle with Tandem Hang Gliding in Morganton
Participants must be 18 years old weigh less than 235 pounds and be 6rsquo3rdquo or shorter For details call 828-292-8289 or visit wwwthermalvalleynet
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Summer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson College
Summit Coffeersquos second loca-tion The Outpost at Davidson College is greeting summer
and the community with loads of hospitality and a farm to table menu for their special dinners and brunches The Outpost opened in 2013 in a beautifully repurposed fraternity building on campus It houses a pub coffee bar cafe and social spot for students during the school year
While the students are away for a few months a new concept of offering special events and dinners that are open to the public was born It has been a collaborative effort by Courtney Spear the director of food and Brooke Basinger The Outpost manager that has given life to this idea and together they have created all of the creative menu items The ingredients are sourced as locally as possible which means the menu will change based on what is seasonally available each week They personally visit Barbee Farms and Big Oak Farm in Cabar-rus County the Davidson Farmerrsquos
Market and Davidson Collegersquos own 3+ acre farm to select the freshest items each week The college farm which is managed by Theresa Allen uses organic non GMO seeds and no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides
The Outpos t i s the second location for Summit Coffee ownersbrothers Brian and Tim Helfrich both Davidson College graduates and Tom their father The original Summit was opened in 1998 in a 100 year old building located on Main St in Davidson In addition to the weekly dinners and brunches at The Outpost a wine dinner featuring Tuck Beckstoffer wines is scheduled for July 23rd and a beer dinner with Wicked Weed Brewery from Asheville is on August 20th
Teresa Blake
frances dawsonREALTOR BROKER GRI SRES
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Dinner is served on Wednesday evening 5-9 and brunch on Sunday from 9-2
The Outpost is located at 120 Patterson Circle Davidson NC 28035
wwwsummitcoffeecom
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Just over a decade since the Yadkin Valley was designated an American Viticultural Area the
appellation continues to emerge as a premier wine region for the East Coast
Nowhere is that more evident than Surry County Located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley Surry and its affiliated wineries account for nearly half of Valleyrsquos more than 40 wineries
One of Surry Countyrsquos newest wineries is Adagio Vineyards Adagio chose its location in Elkin co-owner Tim Wahl says because itrsquos in the ldquoheart of North Carolina wine country with excellent growing conditions especially the foothills where we grow the grapesrdquo
Such comments are music to the ears of Charlie and Ed Shelton two brothers who came home to Surry County from Charlotte about 17 years ago with a vision to plant grape vines to grow the arearsquos economy
The Sheltons opened Shelton Vineyards in 1999 and spearheaded the push to get a federal AVA designation which was awarded in 2003
One of the things that encouraged the brothers was the geographic location of the Yadkin Valley home to elevations and growing seasons favorable for vineyards
ldquoThe soil conditions here are very idealrdquo says Charlie Shelton ldquoOur soil conditions are almost identical to Burgundy Francerdquo
Louis Jeroslow winemaker at Elkin Creek Vineyards echoes that statement
The Yadkin Valley is very much like Old World Europe Itrsquos l ike stepping into France and Spain and Italy right here in the foothills of North Carolinardquo says Jeroslow ldquoItrsquos actually very ancient topography The Appalachian Mountains are as old as the Himalayas but the soil is very much like Tuscany our latitude is in line with Sicily and our climate is most of all like Bordeaux Our vineyard practices in the region are modeled after Bordeauxrdquo
Winemaking has always been a passion for North Carolina native Jason Wiseman That passion led him
Yadkin Valley Wine Country Emerges In Surry County
photo by Travis Dove
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to the Napa Valley in the early 2000s but the emergence of the Yadkin Valley brought him home to Brushy Mountain Winery in 2006
ldquoWe started to see promise in the wine industry Small boutique wineries opened up and we saw these small guys making fantastic winesrdquo Wiseman explains ldquoAt that point I knew my directionrdquo
The traditional-style grapes that grow well in the Yadkin Valley are Merlot Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Sangiovese Chardonnay Riesling Viognier Sauvignon Blanc and Petit Verdot
For info on winerieswine tourism in Surry County go to wwwYadkinValleyNCcom
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Ghostface Brewing
North Carolinians have always enjoyed trips to Mooresville either for a lazy day on the
lake to explore the of history of stock car racing or to take a short jaunt back to the 50rsquos down the colloquial Main Street In addition to the usual favorite activities Ghostface Brewing is a fresh destination that is rapidly making its way up the townrsquos lsquomust dorsquo bucket list Itrsquos a new business amidst the charming antique side of the city but it pays homage to itrsquos history by proudly sporting old bricks and beams collected from the original on-site structure In fact if you pay the brewery a visit and inevitably enjoy yourself you can buy one of the bricks and have your name permanently affixed to walls of this unique establishment Of course the part industrial part medieval style of this watering hole is not itrsquos number one claim to excite the masses- people are rushing to Ghostface for the beer
With over 20 brews on tap there is something to entice every beer lover from every part of the state The brew masters are at the hop-helm every single day working on new and diverse drafts to insure
that the beer menu never gets stale The breweryrsquos flagship beers like the cleverly named Reapercussions IPA and the Caliginous Bourbon Barrel Stout are impressive enough to stand alone on the taps but they also have a great selection of guest drafts to add variety Ciders mead wine and gluten-reduced beers are also constantly offered to delight all of the gluten-sensitive Lake Norman destination seekers
The except ional aspects o f Ghostface Brewing seem to pile on endlesslyhellip (Did I mention that they always have two nitro drafts on tap) It is absolutely worth an outing to Mooresville to enjoy a Cuddyrsquos Irish Red over a game of cornhole Lastly if you make it to Ghostface and decide that you donrsquot want to leave Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie
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Ghostface Brewing 427 East Statesville Ave Suite 100 Mooresville NC 28115 wwwghostfacebrewingcom
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131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
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going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
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How To Get There
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Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
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Half Price Wine bull Bottle or Glass
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paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
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Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
62 Vintage Lane Maggie Valley North Carolina 28751
(828) 926-6266
ldquoTHE MUSEUM THAT RUNSrdquo
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CONCORD NC bull MARION NCtomjohnsoncampingcom
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be the Par t T ime Blues Band wwwt i l leyhdcom
33rd Folkmoot Festival Thu Ju ly 21s tndashSun 31s t N Main S t Wa y n e s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 8 6 W i t h dozens o f per fo r mances he ld dur ing two weeks by hundreds of world dancers and musicians f rom nine countr ies Folkmoot b r i n g s t h e w o r l d rsquo s d i v e r s e cultures together Sharing tradi-t ions and learning about people a r o u n d t h e w o r l d h a s n e v e r been more exci t ing and enter -t a in ing En joy pe r fo r man c e s workshops the Parade of Na-t ions and meet the per formers wwwFolkmootUSA org
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Antique Car Restoration
Complete Turnkey Hot Rods
Custom Motorcycles
Chassis Fabrication
Custom Body Fabrication
Mooresville NC 704 363 0722704 363 0722107 Uppercrest Dr 28117
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Conveniently located for all LKN visitors Perfect for the entire family
20930 Torrence Chapel Rd Cornelius Just west of I-77 exit 28
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USA Masters Games Thu July 21stndashSun 31st 1921 W Gate City B l v d G r e e n s b o r o N C 2 7 4 0 3 C o m e j o i n u s i n G r e e n s b o r o for the inaugural USA Masters G a m e s T h e g a m e s m a r k t h e l a u n c h o f a n e w m u l t i - s p o r t e v e n t f o r c o m p e t i t i v e a d u l t a t h l e t e s a g e s 2 1 a n d o v e r T h e U SA M a s t e r s G a m e s w i l l provide both a ldquonat ional-cham-p i o n s h i p - l e v e l rdquo c o m p e t i t i v e exper ience in each sport and a fun enter ta in ing env i ronment c o n d u c i v e t o m e e t i n g a n d socia l iz ing with fe l low Masters a th le tes f rom across the U S a n d o t h e r c o u n t r i e s o f t h e w o r l d ndash a S p o r t s Fe s t i v a l f o r Masters athletes and fans The USA Masters Games wil l feature Opening Ceremonies C los ing Ceremonies n ight ly enter ta in-m e n t a n d a G a m e s V i l l a g e wwwusamastersgamescom
WNC BBQ Fest iva l 2016 ndashSmokinrsquo in the Valley Fr i July 2 2 n d ndash S a t 2 3 r d M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 W i t h u p t o 4 0 c o o k e r s t h i s i s a Barbecue (BBQ) Cooking Competit ion amp K ansas City BBQ Soc ie ty Sanc t ioned event On Fr i d a y n i g h t t h e r e i s a l o c a l res taurant compet i t ion where you can be the judge Saturday a f t e r n o o n v i s i t t h e ldquo Ta s t i n rdquo Ten trdquo to sample compet i to r s rsquo entr ies Dai ly features inc lude a r t s amp c r a f t s a k i d s c o r n e r e n t e r t a i n m e n t amp b e v e r a g e sales including beer and wine wwwmaggieval leyorg
Je r don Mou nt a i n C h a l -lenge Sat Ju ly 23rd Mounta in Gateway Museum 24 Water St O ld For t NC 28762 War m-up t o t h e O R A M M o r j u s t c o m e out and r ide a 24-mi le course that doesnrsquo t have you r id ing in c i r c l e s T h i s i s b a c k - c o u n t r y r a c i n g a t i t s f i n e s t w i t h a shorter course and s t i l l a l l the a m e n i t i e s o f a l o n g d i s t a n c e endurance race This race wi l l run the same course as the ever popular Off Road Assault on Mt Mitchel l but wil l end before the f a m e d c l i m b u p C u r t i s C r e e k Road to the B lue R idge Park -way The race wi l l s t i l l tack le 3000rsquo of cl imbing more than 24 mi les as you hi t some ORAMM h i g h l i g h t s l i k e O l d H i g h w a y 7 0 K i t s u m a S t a r G a p a n d Ja r re t t C reek Ce lebra te w i th a h u g e a f t e r p a r t y c o m p l e t e w i t h p a s t a s a l a d f e a s t N e w B e l g i u m B e e r a n d S h a n n o n Ridge Wine on the picturesque G a t e w a y M u s e u m g r o u n d s wwwbluer idgeadventuresnet
Militia Muster at Fort Dobbs Sa t Ju l y 23 rd 438 For t Dobbs R d S t a t e s v i l l e N C 2 8 6 2 5 A l l m a l e s a g e s 1 6 - 6 0 w e r e r e q u i r e d b y l a w t o s e r v e i n North Carol inarsquos mi l i t ia dur ing t h e Fr e n c h a n d I n d i a n Wa r These c iv i l ians would gather at appointed t imes during the year t o p r a c t i c e m i l i t a r y d r i l l a n d could be used to quickly form an army for defense at t imes of invas ion His tor ic in terpreters representing the Rowan County m i l i t i a w i l l o f f e r o n - g o i n g
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displays of mi l i tar y camp l i fe as wel l as featured musket and cannon f i r ing demonstrat ions wwwfortdobbsorg
K-9s In Flight Sat July 23rdndashSun 31st 300 Tweets ie Rai l road Rd B lowing Rock NC 28605 Don rsquo t miss these h igh -energy p e r f o r m a n c e s s h o w c a s i n g a team of dynamic dogs in acro -bat ic f reesty le rout ines These dogs have dazz led aud iences nat ionwide a t ha l f t ime shows and on te lev is ion Fi rs t -come f i r s t - s e r v e d s e a t i n g S h o w t imes at 11am 1pm and 3pm each day wwwtweets ie com
Euro Automobile Show at Raffaldini Vineyards S u n
J u l y 2 4 t h 1 2 p m ndash 4 p m 4 5 0 G r o c e R d R o n d a N C 2 8 6 7 0 Representat ives wi l l be on-s i te t o d i s c u s s t h e s p e e d s t y l e a n d b e a u t y o f e a c h v e h i c l e Cars provided by Foreign Cars I t a l i a F i a t o f t h e Tr i a d a n d more inc lud ing Fe r ra r i F i a t M a s e r a t i a n d L a m b o r g h i n i wwwRaf fa ld ini com
Hillbilly Jam 2016 Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S a t 3 0 t h M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 T h i s a n n u a l a l l - d a y m u s i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s w e s t e r n N o r t h C a r o l i n a a n d A p p a l a -c h i a rsquo s r i c h m u s i c a l h i s t o r y and the her i tage of moonshine m a k i n g C o m e o n o u t a n d
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TWO LOCATIONSONE
DESTINATIONTheCabin
RUSTIC - Craft BeerPiano - Cigars
Wine - GiftsGourmet Snacks
200-400 North Harbor Place - Davidson NC 7042373629wwwLakeNormanCottagecomNext to North Harbor Club on the water off of exit 30 I-77
LAKE NORMANON THE WATER
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h a v e a h i l l b i l l y g o o d t i m e wwwhi l lb i l lywoodstockcom
Hickor y Fur n i t ure Ma r t Furniture Festival amp Clear-ance Sale Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S u n 3 1 s t 2 2 2 0 U S H w y 7 0 S E Hickor y NC 28602 Live art isan d e m o n s t r a t i o n s a n d d i s p l a y s wi l l be se t up throughout the Mart and shoppers wi l l be able to in teract wi th f ine fur n i ture c r a f t s m e n a n d a r t i s a n s f r o m o u r r e g i o n Yo u rsquo l l a l s o f i n d t remendous sav ings and mark d o w n s o n f u r n i t u r e p i e c e s ins ide each showroom Many i tems are heavi ly discounted to make room for fa l l inventor ies Customize any furni ture order based on your speci f ic needs wwwhickor yfurni turecom
D o w n t o w n A s h e b o r o rsquo s P i gs amp Peda ls Weekend Fr i A u g u s t 5 t h ndash S a t 6 t h 1 1 5 S Faye t t ev i l l e S t Asheboro NC 27203 A K ansas Ci ty Barbeque S o c i e t y ( K C B S ) s a n c t i o n e d barbecue cooking competi t ion a f a s t - p a c e d c r i t e r i u m b i k e r a c e o p e n t o a m a t e u r s a n d pro fess iona l s a beer ga rden a n d l o c a l b a n d s t h r o u g h o u t the event Food and fun- f i l led act iv i t ies for the ent i re family wwwpigsandpedals com
60th Annual Mt Mitchell Craf ts Fa ir F r i A u g u s t 5 t h 9amndashSat 6th 5pm Town Square B u r n s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 1 4 W i t h a p p r o x i m a t e l y 2 0 0 j u r i e d c r a f t s t h i s e v e n t m o r e t h a n qua l i f i es as a c ra f t shopper rsquo s
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EAT PLAY RELAXstaycation
davidson nc
cedarsdavidsoncom
7047654930
Restaurant RowCraft Brew
Farmers Market
Shopping
Resident ia lamp
Commercia l Real Estate
Online scheduling wwwtcornishlawcom
704-897-30618936 N Pointe Executive Park Drive
Huntersville NC 28078
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A Very Deceiving Destination Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
This is going to be such an awesome weekend That was the thought running through
my mind when I turned into Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge I may have been in an exceptional frame of mind from the relaxing drive to historic Plumtree North Carolina Plumtree is between Spruce Pine and Banner Elk No matter where you are departing from the last 30 minutes of your drive will take you through tree covered roads along fast moving mountain rivers amp streams
C leve amp Robin Young were exploring Western North Carolina with their daughter Lindsay and sons Cleveland William and Philip when Cleve stopped to check out the abandoned TB Vance General Store built in 1919 With much love and patience the ongoing restoration project is the operational center for the Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
The name is very deceiving to be more accurate it would have to be ldquoBlind Squirrel Brewery Lodge Bed amp Breakfast Zip Line Camping Tubing Cabin Rental Ciderworks Trout Fishing Farming Retreat Restaurant Disk Golf Event Space amp Banquet Hallrdquo
The hear t of B l ind Squir re l Brewer y amp Lodge is the ldquoLodge Familyrdquo You will not meet a single employee during your visit While the Youngrsquos own the property each person at the resort takes ownership and great pride in the vision of what Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge has the potential to become
I did have an awesome weekend Experiencing chef prepared locally grown farm to fork meals a zip line canopy tour relaxing on the porch outside the tasting room hiking to a waterfall dining along the river finding out how bad I am at disc golf did I mention the tasting room
Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge 4716 South US Hwy 19E Plumtree NC 28664
wwwblindsquirrelbrewerycom Phone 828-765-2739
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The NC High Countryrsquos Dining Destination
Banner Elk is the culinary hot spot of the North Carolina H i g h C o u n t r y W h e t h e r
yoursquore looking for a five-star meal to mark a special occasion a hearty sandwich after a day in the great outdoors or fresh sushi in a casual setting this townrsquos thriving food scene has something to offer
And summer is the perfect time to visit Banner Elk Although itrsquos just over two hours from Charlotte the resort town sits at an altitude of more than 3700 feet providing a respi te f rom the heat of the flatlands
I f y o u w a n t a t a s t e o f t h e mountains donrsquot leave without ordering fresh trout Have it for dinner at long-time favorite Banner Elk Cafe The location also houses The Lodge Espresso Bar and Eatery which has a coffeehouse vibe
After spending an af ternoon hiking or biking on nearby on Beech Mountain or Grandfather Mountain stop into Dunnrsquos Deli to refuel This New York-style deli serves mile-high clubs tuna melts and cheese-s teak sandwiches Wash it all down with a cold draft
Award-winning Cajun cuisine is available in an upscale setting at L ouis iana Purchase Food amp Spirits or check out the Bayou
Smokehouse and Grill for a more casual experience
The Pa in ted Fi sh i s known for pu t t ing a un ique twis t on recognizable dishes The menu varies from pastas ahi tuna and curried scallops to bacon chicken and southern style trout
Banner Elkrsquos premier dining experience belongs to Artisanal This elegant restaurant located i n a r e f u r b i s h e d b a r n w a s recently named one of the Top 100 restaurants in the US by O p e n Ta b l e c o m A r t i s a n a l rsquo s menu rotates regular ly to take a d v a n t a g e o f f a r m t o t a b l e ingredients and the ambience is second to none
And donrsquot skip breakfast while yoursquore in town Dunnrsquos Deli Banner Elk Cafe and SisterLees Cafeacute all serve great day-starters SisterLees is especially known for Belgian waffles stuffed crepes and scratch-made biscuits
For visitor details and a complete list of restaurants go to wwwBannerElkcom or call toll free 844-824-6777
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Thermal Valley Hang Gliding an instruction-based hang gliding experience based at Foothills
Regional Airport near Morganton hopes to re-ignite a sport that was widely popular in the 1970s
Owners Craig and Laura Pearson have operated the business since 2011 They use a tandem hang glider towed by a light sport aircraft to give instructional flights that range in height from 1500 feet up to 5000 feet and range in duration from 12-20 minutes Craig Pearson a certified glider pilot and 25-year veteran is strapped in a tandem harness with each student
ldquoWe have ground school for 15 minutes before they fly and while they are flying we teach them how to use the gliderrdquo said Laura Pearson ldquoIf a person just wants to experience it and see the scenery that is totally okay Wersquore still going to give them a lesson but theyrsquore not required to do anything strenuous or hard They are able to ride along and enjoy it
ldquoItrsquos a way that families can share a memorable experience and walk away with a positive feeling for hang gliding The whole process
has become more scientific and safer than those days in the 1970s and thatrsquos what we want people to understandrdquo
ldquoYou have to go to the Outer Banks or to Lookout Mountain in Tennessee to get tow flights like we are offeringrdquo says Laura Pearson ldquoOur situation is ideal because we get a tow and fly the hang gliders in a lot of different weather patterns whereas mountain pilots always have to have a prevail ing wind coming at themrdquo
Customers wishing to become a hang gl ider pi lot are eagerly welcomed at Thermal Valley
ldquoOur whole goal is to re-ignite the passion for hangliding in this areardquo says Craig Pearson ldquoThirty years ago there were probably more than 100 hang glider pilots in these mountains Now therersquos just a handfulrdquo
Soar Like an Eagle with Tandem Hang Gliding in Morganton
Participants must be 18 years old weigh less than 235 pounds and be 6rsquo3rdquo or shorter For details call 828-292-8289 or visit wwwthermalvalleynet
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Summer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson College
Summit Coffeersquos second loca-tion The Outpost at Davidson College is greeting summer
and the community with loads of hospitality and a farm to table menu for their special dinners and brunches The Outpost opened in 2013 in a beautifully repurposed fraternity building on campus It houses a pub coffee bar cafe and social spot for students during the school year
While the students are away for a few months a new concept of offering special events and dinners that are open to the public was born It has been a collaborative effort by Courtney Spear the director of food and Brooke Basinger The Outpost manager that has given life to this idea and together they have created all of the creative menu items The ingredients are sourced as locally as possible which means the menu will change based on what is seasonally available each week They personally visit Barbee Farms and Big Oak Farm in Cabar-rus County the Davidson Farmerrsquos
Market and Davidson Collegersquos own 3+ acre farm to select the freshest items each week The college farm which is managed by Theresa Allen uses organic non GMO seeds and no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides
The Outpos t i s the second location for Summit Coffee ownersbrothers Brian and Tim Helfrich both Davidson College graduates and Tom their father The original Summit was opened in 1998 in a 100 year old building located on Main St in Davidson In addition to the weekly dinners and brunches at The Outpost a wine dinner featuring Tuck Beckstoffer wines is scheduled for July 23rd and a beer dinner with Wicked Weed Brewery from Asheville is on August 20th
Teresa Blake
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Dinner is served on Wednesday evening 5-9 and brunch on Sunday from 9-2
The Outpost is located at 120 Patterson Circle Davidson NC 28035
wwwsummitcoffeecom
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Just over a decade since the Yadkin Valley was designated an American Viticultural Area the
appellation continues to emerge as a premier wine region for the East Coast
Nowhere is that more evident than Surry County Located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley Surry and its affiliated wineries account for nearly half of Valleyrsquos more than 40 wineries
One of Surry Countyrsquos newest wineries is Adagio Vineyards Adagio chose its location in Elkin co-owner Tim Wahl says because itrsquos in the ldquoheart of North Carolina wine country with excellent growing conditions especially the foothills where we grow the grapesrdquo
Such comments are music to the ears of Charlie and Ed Shelton two brothers who came home to Surry County from Charlotte about 17 years ago with a vision to plant grape vines to grow the arearsquos economy
The Sheltons opened Shelton Vineyards in 1999 and spearheaded the push to get a federal AVA designation which was awarded in 2003
One of the things that encouraged the brothers was the geographic location of the Yadkin Valley home to elevations and growing seasons favorable for vineyards
ldquoThe soil conditions here are very idealrdquo says Charlie Shelton ldquoOur soil conditions are almost identical to Burgundy Francerdquo
Louis Jeroslow winemaker at Elkin Creek Vineyards echoes that statement
The Yadkin Valley is very much like Old World Europe Itrsquos l ike stepping into France and Spain and Italy right here in the foothills of North Carolinardquo says Jeroslow ldquoItrsquos actually very ancient topography The Appalachian Mountains are as old as the Himalayas but the soil is very much like Tuscany our latitude is in line with Sicily and our climate is most of all like Bordeaux Our vineyard practices in the region are modeled after Bordeauxrdquo
Winemaking has always been a passion for North Carolina native Jason Wiseman That passion led him
Yadkin Valley Wine Country Emerges In Surry County
photo by Travis Dove
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to the Napa Valley in the early 2000s but the emergence of the Yadkin Valley brought him home to Brushy Mountain Winery in 2006
ldquoWe started to see promise in the wine industry Small boutique wineries opened up and we saw these small guys making fantastic winesrdquo Wiseman explains ldquoAt that point I knew my directionrdquo
The traditional-style grapes that grow well in the Yadkin Valley are Merlot Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Sangiovese Chardonnay Riesling Viognier Sauvignon Blanc and Petit Verdot
For info on winerieswine tourism in Surry County go to wwwYadkinValleyNCcom
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Ghostface Brewing
North Carolinians have always enjoyed trips to Mooresville either for a lazy day on the
lake to explore the of history of stock car racing or to take a short jaunt back to the 50rsquos down the colloquial Main Street In addition to the usual favorite activities Ghostface Brewing is a fresh destination that is rapidly making its way up the townrsquos lsquomust dorsquo bucket list Itrsquos a new business amidst the charming antique side of the city but it pays homage to itrsquos history by proudly sporting old bricks and beams collected from the original on-site structure In fact if you pay the brewery a visit and inevitably enjoy yourself you can buy one of the bricks and have your name permanently affixed to walls of this unique establishment Of course the part industrial part medieval style of this watering hole is not itrsquos number one claim to excite the masses- people are rushing to Ghostface for the beer
With over 20 brews on tap there is something to entice every beer lover from every part of the state The brew masters are at the hop-helm every single day working on new and diverse drafts to insure
that the beer menu never gets stale The breweryrsquos flagship beers like the cleverly named Reapercussions IPA and the Caliginous Bourbon Barrel Stout are impressive enough to stand alone on the taps but they also have a great selection of guest drafts to add variety Ciders mead wine and gluten-reduced beers are also constantly offered to delight all of the gluten-sensitive Lake Norman destination seekers
The except ional aspects o f Ghostface Brewing seem to pile on endlesslyhellip (Did I mention that they always have two nitro drafts on tap) It is absolutely worth an outing to Mooresville to enjoy a Cuddyrsquos Irish Red over a game of cornhole Lastly if you make it to Ghostface and decide that you donrsquot want to leave Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie
Kara Werts
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Ghostface Brewing 427 East Statesville Ave Suite 100 Mooresville NC 28115 wwwghostfacebrewingcom
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131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
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LKNBrewersTrailcom is a single source for what is
going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
Whats On TapWhats Going On
How To Get There
Digi ta l content is avai lable on desktop tablet and phone
Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
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FRIDAY
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paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
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Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
62 Vintage Lane Maggie Valley North Carolina 28751
(828) 926-6266
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7 0 4 7 9 9 1 1 1 0 bull wwwjeffreyslkncom
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USA Masters Games Thu July 21stndashSun 31st 1921 W Gate City B l v d G r e e n s b o r o N C 2 7 4 0 3 C o m e j o i n u s i n G r e e n s b o r o for the inaugural USA Masters G a m e s T h e g a m e s m a r k t h e l a u n c h o f a n e w m u l t i - s p o r t e v e n t f o r c o m p e t i t i v e a d u l t a t h l e t e s a g e s 2 1 a n d o v e r T h e U SA M a s t e r s G a m e s w i l l provide both a ldquonat ional-cham-p i o n s h i p - l e v e l rdquo c o m p e t i t i v e exper ience in each sport and a fun enter ta in ing env i ronment c o n d u c i v e t o m e e t i n g a n d socia l iz ing with fe l low Masters a th le tes f rom across the U S a n d o t h e r c o u n t r i e s o f t h e w o r l d ndash a S p o r t s Fe s t i v a l f o r Masters athletes and fans The USA Masters Games wil l feature Opening Ceremonies C los ing Ceremonies n ight ly enter ta in-m e n t a n d a G a m e s V i l l a g e wwwusamastersgamescom
WNC BBQ Fest iva l 2016 ndashSmokinrsquo in the Valley Fr i July 2 2 n d ndash S a t 2 3 r d M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 W i t h u p t o 4 0 c o o k e r s t h i s i s a Barbecue (BBQ) Cooking Competit ion amp K ansas City BBQ Soc ie ty Sanc t ioned event On Fr i d a y n i g h t t h e r e i s a l o c a l res taurant compet i t ion where you can be the judge Saturday a f t e r n o o n v i s i t t h e ldquo Ta s t i n rdquo Ten trdquo to sample compet i to r s rsquo entr ies Dai ly features inc lude a r t s amp c r a f t s a k i d s c o r n e r e n t e r t a i n m e n t amp b e v e r a g e sales including beer and wine wwwmaggieval leyorg
Je r don Mou nt a i n C h a l -lenge Sat Ju ly 23rd Mounta in Gateway Museum 24 Water St O ld For t NC 28762 War m-up t o t h e O R A M M o r j u s t c o m e out and r ide a 24-mi le course that doesnrsquo t have you r id ing in c i r c l e s T h i s i s b a c k - c o u n t r y r a c i n g a t i t s f i n e s t w i t h a shorter course and s t i l l a l l the a m e n i t i e s o f a l o n g d i s t a n c e endurance race This race wi l l run the same course as the ever popular Off Road Assault on Mt Mitchel l but wil l end before the f a m e d c l i m b u p C u r t i s C r e e k Road to the B lue R idge Park -way The race wi l l s t i l l tack le 3000rsquo of cl imbing more than 24 mi les as you hi t some ORAMM h i g h l i g h t s l i k e O l d H i g h w a y 7 0 K i t s u m a S t a r G a p a n d Ja r re t t C reek Ce lebra te w i th a h u g e a f t e r p a r t y c o m p l e t e w i t h p a s t a s a l a d f e a s t N e w B e l g i u m B e e r a n d S h a n n o n Ridge Wine on the picturesque G a t e w a y M u s e u m g r o u n d s wwwbluer idgeadventuresnet
Militia Muster at Fort Dobbs Sa t Ju l y 23 rd 438 For t Dobbs R d S t a t e s v i l l e N C 2 8 6 2 5 A l l m a l e s a g e s 1 6 - 6 0 w e r e r e q u i r e d b y l a w t o s e r v e i n North Carol inarsquos mi l i t ia dur ing t h e Fr e n c h a n d I n d i a n Wa r These c iv i l ians would gather at appointed t imes during the year t o p r a c t i c e m i l i t a r y d r i l l a n d could be used to quickly form an army for defense at t imes of invas ion His tor ic in terpreters representing the Rowan County m i l i t i a w i l l o f f e r o n - g o i n g
Continued On Page 14
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displays of mi l i tar y camp l i fe as wel l as featured musket and cannon f i r ing demonstrat ions wwwfortdobbsorg
K-9s In Flight Sat July 23rdndashSun 31st 300 Tweets ie Rai l road Rd B lowing Rock NC 28605 Don rsquo t miss these h igh -energy p e r f o r m a n c e s s h o w c a s i n g a team of dynamic dogs in acro -bat ic f reesty le rout ines These dogs have dazz led aud iences nat ionwide a t ha l f t ime shows and on te lev is ion Fi rs t -come f i r s t - s e r v e d s e a t i n g S h o w t imes at 11am 1pm and 3pm each day wwwtweets ie com
Euro Automobile Show at Raffaldini Vineyards S u n
J u l y 2 4 t h 1 2 p m ndash 4 p m 4 5 0 G r o c e R d R o n d a N C 2 8 6 7 0 Representat ives wi l l be on-s i te t o d i s c u s s t h e s p e e d s t y l e a n d b e a u t y o f e a c h v e h i c l e Cars provided by Foreign Cars I t a l i a F i a t o f t h e Tr i a d a n d more inc lud ing Fe r ra r i F i a t M a s e r a t i a n d L a m b o r g h i n i wwwRaf fa ld ini com
Hillbilly Jam 2016 Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S a t 3 0 t h M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 T h i s a n n u a l a l l - d a y m u s i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s w e s t e r n N o r t h C a r o l i n a a n d A p p a l a -c h i a rsquo s r i c h m u s i c a l h i s t o r y and the her i tage of moonshine m a k i n g C o m e o n o u t a n d
Continued From Page 12
TWO LOCATIONSONE
DESTINATIONTheCabin
RUSTIC - Craft BeerPiano - Cigars
Wine - GiftsGourmet Snacks
200-400 North Harbor Place - Davidson NC 7042373629wwwLakeNormanCottagecomNext to North Harbor Club on the water off of exit 30 I-77
LAKE NORMANON THE WATER
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h a v e a h i l l b i l l y g o o d t i m e wwwhi l lb i l lywoodstockcom
Hickor y Fur n i t ure Ma r t Furniture Festival amp Clear-ance Sale Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S u n 3 1 s t 2 2 2 0 U S H w y 7 0 S E Hickor y NC 28602 Live art isan d e m o n s t r a t i o n s a n d d i s p l a y s wi l l be se t up throughout the Mart and shoppers wi l l be able to in teract wi th f ine fur n i ture c r a f t s m e n a n d a r t i s a n s f r o m o u r r e g i o n Yo u rsquo l l a l s o f i n d t remendous sav ings and mark d o w n s o n f u r n i t u r e p i e c e s ins ide each showroom Many i tems are heavi ly discounted to make room for fa l l inventor ies Customize any furni ture order based on your speci f ic needs wwwhickor yfurni turecom
D o w n t o w n A s h e b o r o rsquo s P i gs amp Peda ls Weekend Fr i A u g u s t 5 t h ndash S a t 6 t h 1 1 5 S Faye t t ev i l l e S t Asheboro NC 27203 A K ansas Ci ty Barbeque S o c i e t y ( K C B S ) s a n c t i o n e d barbecue cooking competi t ion a f a s t - p a c e d c r i t e r i u m b i k e r a c e o p e n t o a m a t e u r s a n d pro fess iona l s a beer ga rden a n d l o c a l b a n d s t h r o u g h o u t the event Food and fun- f i l led act iv i t ies for the ent i re family wwwpigsandpedals com
60th Annual Mt Mitchell Craf ts Fa ir F r i A u g u s t 5 t h 9amndashSat 6th 5pm Town Square B u r n s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 1 4 W i t h a p p r o x i m a t e l y 2 0 0 j u r i e d c r a f t s t h i s e v e n t m o r e t h a n qua l i f i es as a c ra f t shopper rsquo s
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EAT PLAY RELAXstaycation
davidson nc
cedarsdavidsoncom
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Restaurant RowCraft Brew
Farmers Market
Shopping
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Commercia l Real Estate
Online scheduling wwwtcornishlawcom
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Huntersville NC 28078
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A Very Deceiving Destination Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
This is going to be such an awesome weekend That was the thought running through
my mind when I turned into Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge I may have been in an exceptional frame of mind from the relaxing drive to historic Plumtree North Carolina Plumtree is between Spruce Pine and Banner Elk No matter where you are departing from the last 30 minutes of your drive will take you through tree covered roads along fast moving mountain rivers amp streams
C leve amp Robin Young were exploring Western North Carolina with their daughter Lindsay and sons Cleveland William and Philip when Cleve stopped to check out the abandoned TB Vance General Store built in 1919 With much love and patience the ongoing restoration project is the operational center for the Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
The name is very deceiving to be more accurate it would have to be ldquoBlind Squirrel Brewery Lodge Bed amp Breakfast Zip Line Camping Tubing Cabin Rental Ciderworks Trout Fishing Farming Retreat Restaurant Disk Golf Event Space amp Banquet Hallrdquo
The hear t of B l ind Squir re l Brewer y amp Lodge is the ldquoLodge Familyrdquo You will not meet a single employee during your visit While the Youngrsquos own the property each person at the resort takes ownership and great pride in the vision of what Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge has the potential to become
I did have an awesome weekend Experiencing chef prepared locally grown farm to fork meals a zip line canopy tour relaxing on the porch outside the tasting room hiking to a waterfall dining along the river finding out how bad I am at disc golf did I mention the tasting room
Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge 4716 South US Hwy 19E Plumtree NC 28664
wwwblindsquirrelbrewerycom Phone 828-765-2739
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The NC High Countryrsquos Dining Destination
Banner Elk is the culinary hot spot of the North Carolina H i g h C o u n t r y W h e t h e r
yoursquore looking for a five-star meal to mark a special occasion a hearty sandwich after a day in the great outdoors or fresh sushi in a casual setting this townrsquos thriving food scene has something to offer
And summer is the perfect time to visit Banner Elk Although itrsquos just over two hours from Charlotte the resort town sits at an altitude of more than 3700 feet providing a respi te f rom the heat of the flatlands
I f y o u w a n t a t a s t e o f t h e mountains donrsquot leave without ordering fresh trout Have it for dinner at long-time favorite Banner Elk Cafe The location also houses The Lodge Espresso Bar and Eatery which has a coffeehouse vibe
After spending an af ternoon hiking or biking on nearby on Beech Mountain or Grandfather Mountain stop into Dunnrsquos Deli to refuel This New York-style deli serves mile-high clubs tuna melts and cheese-s teak sandwiches Wash it all down with a cold draft
Award-winning Cajun cuisine is available in an upscale setting at L ouis iana Purchase Food amp Spirits or check out the Bayou
Smokehouse and Grill for a more casual experience
The Pa in ted Fi sh i s known for pu t t ing a un ique twis t on recognizable dishes The menu varies from pastas ahi tuna and curried scallops to bacon chicken and southern style trout
Banner Elkrsquos premier dining experience belongs to Artisanal This elegant restaurant located i n a r e f u r b i s h e d b a r n w a s recently named one of the Top 100 restaurants in the US by O p e n Ta b l e c o m A r t i s a n a l rsquo s menu rotates regular ly to take a d v a n t a g e o f f a r m t o t a b l e ingredients and the ambience is second to none
And donrsquot skip breakfast while yoursquore in town Dunnrsquos Deli Banner Elk Cafe and SisterLees Cafeacute all serve great day-starters SisterLees is especially known for Belgian waffles stuffed crepes and scratch-made biscuits
For visitor details and a complete list of restaurants go to wwwBannerElkcom or call toll free 844-824-6777
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Thermal Valley Hang Gliding an instruction-based hang gliding experience based at Foothills
Regional Airport near Morganton hopes to re-ignite a sport that was widely popular in the 1970s
Owners Craig and Laura Pearson have operated the business since 2011 They use a tandem hang glider towed by a light sport aircraft to give instructional flights that range in height from 1500 feet up to 5000 feet and range in duration from 12-20 minutes Craig Pearson a certified glider pilot and 25-year veteran is strapped in a tandem harness with each student
ldquoWe have ground school for 15 minutes before they fly and while they are flying we teach them how to use the gliderrdquo said Laura Pearson ldquoIf a person just wants to experience it and see the scenery that is totally okay Wersquore still going to give them a lesson but theyrsquore not required to do anything strenuous or hard They are able to ride along and enjoy it
ldquoItrsquos a way that families can share a memorable experience and walk away with a positive feeling for hang gliding The whole process
has become more scientific and safer than those days in the 1970s and thatrsquos what we want people to understandrdquo
ldquoYou have to go to the Outer Banks or to Lookout Mountain in Tennessee to get tow flights like we are offeringrdquo says Laura Pearson ldquoOur situation is ideal because we get a tow and fly the hang gliders in a lot of different weather patterns whereas mountain pilots always have to have a prevail ing wind coming at themrdquo
Customers wishing to become a hang gl ider pi lot are eagerly welcomed at Thermal Valley
ldquoOur whole goal is to re-ignite the passion for hangliding in this areardquo says Craig Pearson ldquoThirty years ago there were probably more than 100 hang glider pilots in these mountains Now therersquos just a handfulrdquo
Soar Like an Eagle with Tandem Hang Gliding in Morganton
Participants must be 18 years old weigh less than 235 pounds and be 6rsquo3rdquo or shorter For details call 828-292-8289 or visit wwwthermalvalleynet
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Summer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson College
Summit Coffeersquos second loca-tion The Outpost at Davidson College is greeting summer
and the community with loads of hospitality and a farm to table menu for their special dinners and brunches The Outpost opened in 2013 in a beautifully repurposed fraternity building on campus It houses a pub coffee bar cafe and social spot for students during the school year
While the students are away for a few months a new concept of offering special events and dinners that are open to the public was born It has been a collaborative effort by Courtney Spear the director of food and Brooke Basinger The Outpost manager that has given life to this idea and together they have created all of the creative menu items The ingredients are sourced as locally as possible which means the menu will change based on what is seasonally available each week They personally visit Barbee Farms and Big Oak Farm in Cabar-rus County the Davidson Farmerrsquos
Market and Davidson Collegersquos own 3+ acre farm to select the freshest items each week The college farm which is managed by Theresa Allen uses organic non GMO seeds and no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides
The Outpos t i s the second location for Summit Coffee ownersbrothers Brian and Tim Helfrich both Davidson College graduates and Tom their father The original Summit was opened in 1998 in a 100 year old building located on Main St in Davidson In addition to the weekly dinners and brunches at The Outpost a wine dinner featuring Tuck Beckstoffer wines is scheduled for July 23rd and a beer dinner with Wicked Weed Brewery from Asheville is on August 20th
Teresa Blake
frances dawsonREALTOR BROKER GRI SRES
FREE Lake Norman Relocation Package12th Year of Award Winning Service to Buyers amp Sellers
Recipient Top Charlotte Real Estate Agent
CellText 704-701-7599
Dinner is served on Wednesday evening 5-9 and brunch on Sunday from 9-2
The Outpost is located at 120 Patterson Circle Davidson NC 28035
wwwsummitcoffeecom
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Just over a decade since the Yadkin Valley was designated an American Viticultural Area the
appellation continues to emerge as a premier wine region for the East Coast
Nowhere is that more evident than Surry County Located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley Surry and its affiliated wineries account for nearly half of Valleyrsquos more than 40 wineries
One of Surry Countyrsquos newest wineries is Adagio Vineyards Adagio chose its location in Elkin co-owner Tim Wahl says because itrsquos in the ldquoheart of North Carolina wine country with excellent growing conditions especially the foothills where we grow the grapesrdquo
Such comments are music to the ears of Charlie and Ed Shelton two brothers who came home to Surry County from Charlotte about 17 years ago with a vision to plant grape vines to grow the arearsquos economy
The Sheltons opened Shelton Vineyards in 1999 and spearheaded the push to get a federal AVA designation which was awarded in 2003
One of the things that encouraged the brothers was the geographic location of the Yadkin Valley home to elevations and growing seasons favorable for vineyards
ldquoThe soil conditions here are very idealrdquo says Charlie Shelton ldquoOur soil conditions are almost identical to Burgundy Francerdquo
Louis Jeroslow winemaker at Elkin Creek Vineyards echoes that statement
The Yadkin Valley is very much like Old World Europe Itrsquos l ike stepping into France and Spain and Italy right here in the foothills of North Carolinardquo says Jeroslow ldquoItrsquos actually very ancient topography The Appalachian Mountains are as old as the Himalayas but the soil is very much like Tuscany our latitude is in line with Sicily and our climate is most of all like Bordeaux Our vineyard practices in the region are modeled after Bordeauxrdquo
Winemaking has always been a passion for North Carolina native Jason Wiseman That passion led him
Yadkin Valley Wine Country Emerges In Surry County
photo by Travis Dove
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to the Napa Valley in the early 2000s but the emergence of the Yadkin Valley brought him home to Brushy Mountain Winery in 2006
ldquoWe started to see promise in the wine industry Small boutique wineries opened up and we saw these small guys making fantastic winesrdquo Wiseman explains ldquoAt that point I knew my directionrdquo
The traditional-style grapes that grow well in the Yadkin Valley are Merlot Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Sangiovese Chardonnay Riesling Viognier Sauvignon Blanc and Petit Verdot
For info on winerieswine tourism in Surry County go to wwwYadkinValleyNCcom
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Ghostface Brewing
North Carolinians have always enjoyed trips to Mooresville either for a lazy day on the
lake to explore the of history of stock car racing or to take a short jaunt back to the 50rsquos down the colloquial Main Street In addition to the usual favorite activities Ghostface Brewing is a fresh destination that is rapidly making its way up the townrsquos lsquomust dorsquo bucket list Itrsquos a new business amidst the charming antique side of the city but it pays homage to itrsquos history by proudly sporting old bricks and beams collected from the original on-site structure In fact if you pay the brewery a visit and inevitably enjoy yourself you can buy one of the bricks and have your name permanently affixed to walls of this unique establishment Of course the part industrial part medieval style of this watering hole is not itrsquos number one claim to excite the masses- people are rushing to Ghostface for the beer
With over 20 brews on tap there is something to entice every beer lover from every part of the state The brew masters are at the hop-helm every single day working on new and diverse drafts to insure
that the beer menu never gets stale The breweryrsquos flagship beers like the cleverly named Reapercussions IPA and the Caliginous Bourbon Barrel Stout are impressive enough to stand alone on the taps but they also have a great selection of guest drafts to add variety Ciders mead wine and gluten-reduced beers are also constantly offered to delight all of the gluten-sensitive Lake Norman destination seekers
The except ional aspects o f Ghostface Brewing seem to pile on endlesslyhellip (Did I mention that they always have two nitro drafts on tap) It is absolutely worth an outing to Mooresville to enjoy a Cuddyrsquos Irish Red over a game of cornhole Lastly if you make it to Ghostface and decide that you donrsquot want to leave Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie
Kara Werts
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Ghostface Brewing 427 East Statesville Ave Suite 100 Mooresville NC 28115 wwwghostfacebrewingcom
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131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
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going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
Whats On TapWhats Going On
How To Get There
Digi ta l content is avai lable on desktop tablet and phone
Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
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A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINK
704bull892bull44338301-1 Magnolia Estates Drive
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A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINKFull Menu to 2am Fri bull Sat bull Sun
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Half Price Wine bull Bottle or Glass
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$2 Tacos (All Day amp Night) Coronas Margaritas
TUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
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Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
62 Vintage Lane Maggie Valley North Carolina 28751
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7 0 4 7 9 9 1 1 1 0 bull wwwjeffreyslkncom
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displays of mi l i tar y camp l i fe as wel l as featured musket and cannon f i r ing demonstrat ions wwwfortdobbsorg
K-9s In Flight Sat July 23rdndashSun 31st 300 Tweets ie Rai l road Rd B lowing Rock NC 28605 Don rsquo t miss these h igh -energy p e r f o r m a n c e s s h o w c a s i n g a team of dynamic dogs in acro -bat ic f reesty le rout ines These dogs have dazz led aud iences nat ionwide a t ha l f t ime shows and on te lev is ion Fi rs t -come f i r s t - s e r v e d s e a t i n g S h o w t imes at 11am 1pm and 3pm each day wwwtweets ie com
Euro Automobile Show at Raffaldini Vineyards S u n
J u l y 2 4 t h 1 2 p m ndash 4 p m 4 5 0 G r o c e R d R o n d a N C 2 8 6 7 0 Representat ives wi l l be on-s i te t o d i s c u s s t h e s p e e d s t y l e a n d b e a u t y o f e a c h v e h i c l e Cars provided by Foreign Cars I t a l i a F i a t o f t h e Tr i a d a n d more inc lud ing Fe r ra r i F i a t M a s e r a t i a n d L a m b o r g h i n i wwwRaf fa ld ini com
Hillbilly Jam 2016 Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S a t 3 0 t h M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 T h i s a n n u a l a l l - d a y m u s i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s w e s t e r n N o r t h C a r o l i n a a n d A p p a l a -c h i a rsquo s r i c h m u s i c a l h i s t o r y and the her i tage of moonshine m a k i n g C o m e o n o u t a n d
Continued From Page 12
TWO LOCATIONSONE
DESTINATIONTheCabin
RUSTIC - Craft BeerPiano - Cigars
Wine - GiftsGourmet Snacks
200-400 North Harbor Place - Davidson NC 7042373629wwwLakeNormanCottagecomNext to North Harbor Club on the water off of exit 30 I-77
LAKE NORMANON THE WATER
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h a v e a h i l l b i l l y g o o d t i m e wwwhi l lb i l lywoodstockcom
Hickor y Fur n i t ure Ma r t Furniture Festival amp Clear-ance Sale Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S u n 3 1 s t 2 2 2 0 U S H w y 7 0 S E Hickor y NC 28602 Live art isan d e m o n s t r a t i o n s a n d d i s p l a y s wi l l be se t up throughout the Mart and shoppers wi l l be able to in teract wi th f ine fur n i ture c r a f t s m e n a n d a r t i s a n s f r o m o u r r e g i o n Yo u rsquo l l a l s o f i n d t remendous sav ings and mark d o w n s o n f u r n i t u r e p i e c e s ins ide each showroom Many i tems are heavi ly discounted to make room for fa l l inventor ies Customize any furni ture order based on your speci f ic needs wwwhickor yfurni turecom
D o w n t o w n A s h e b o r o rsquo s P i gs amp Peda ls Weekend Fr i A u g u s t 5 t h ndash S a t 6 t h 1 1 5 S Faye t t ev i l l e S t Asheboro NC 27203 A K ansas Ci ty Barbeque S o c i e t y ( K C B S ) s a n c t i o n e d barbecue cooking competi t ion a f a s t - p a c e d c r i t e r i u m b i k e r a c e o p e n t o a m a t e u r s a n d pro fess iona l s a beer ga rden a n d l o c a l b a n d s t h r o u g h o u t the event Food and fun- f i l led act iv i t ies for the ent i re family wwwpigsandpedals com
60th Annual Mt Mitchell Craf ts Fa ir F r i A u g u s t 5 t h 9amndashSat 6th 5pm Town Square B u r n s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 1 4 W i t h a p p r o x i m a t e l y 2 0 0 j u r i e d c r a f t s t h i s e v e n t m o r e t h a n qua l i f i es as a c ra f t shopper rsquo s
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davidson nc
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Huntersville NC 28078
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A Very Deceiving Destination Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
This is going to be such an awesome weekend That was the thought running through
my mind when I turned into Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge I may have been in an exceptional frame of mind from the relaxing drive to historic Plumtree North Carolina Plumtree is between Spruce Pine and Banner Elk No matter where you are departing from the last 30 minutes of your drive will take you through tree covered roads along fast moving mountain rivers amp streams
C leve amp Robin Young were exploring Western North Carolina with their daughter Lindsay and sons Cleveland William and Philip when Cleve stopped to check out the abandoned TB Vance General Store built in 1919 With much love and patience the ongoing restoration project is the operational center for the Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
The name is very deceiving to be more accurate it would have to be ldquoBlind Squirrel Brewery Lodge Bed amp Breakfast Zip Line Camping Tubing Cabin Rental Ciderworks Trout Fishing Farming Retreat Restaurant Disk Golf Event Space amp Banquet Hallrdquo
The hear t of B l ind Squir re l Brewer y amp Lodge is the ldquoLodge Familyrdquo You will not meet a single employee during your visit While the Youngrsquos own the property each person at the resort takes ownership and great pride in the vision of what Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge has the potential to become
I did have an awesome weekend Experiencing chef prepared locally grown farm to fork meals a zip line canopy tour relaxing on the porch outside the tasting room hiking to a waterfall dining along the river finding out how bad I am at disc golf did I mention the tasting room
Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge 4716 South US Hwy 19E Plumtree NC 28664
wwwblindsquirrelbrewerycom Phone 828-765-2739
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The NC High Countryrsquos Dining Destination
Banner Elk is the culinary hot spot of the North Carolina H i g h C o u n t r y W h e t h e r
yoursquore looking for a five-star meal to mark a special occasion a hearty sandwich after a day in the great outdoors or fresh sushi in a casual setting this townrsquos thriving food scene has something to offer
And summer is the perfect time to visit Banner Elk Although itrsquos just over two hours from Charlotte the resort town sits at an altitude of more than 3700 feet providing a respi te f rom the heat of the flatlands
I f y o u w a n t a t a s t e o f t h e mountains donrsquot leave without ordering fresh trout Have it for dinner at long-time favorite Banner Elk Cafe The location also houses The Lodge Espresso Bar and Eatery which has a coffeehouse vibe
After spending an af ternoon hiking or biking on nearby on Beech Mountain or Grandfather Mountain stop into Dunnrsquos Deli to refuel This New York-style deli serves mile-high clubs tuna melts and cheese-s teak sandwiches Wash it all down with a cold draft
Award-winning Cajun cuisine is available in an upscale setting at L ouis iana Purchase Food amp Spirits or check out the Bayou
Smokehouse and Grill for a more casual experience
The Pa in ted Fi sh i s known for pu t t ing a un ique twis t on recognizable dishes The menu varies from pastas ahi tuna and curried scallops to bacon chicken and southern style trout
Banner Elkrsquos premier dining experience belongs to Artisanal This elegant restaurant located i n a r e f u r b i s h e d b a r n w a s recently named one of the Top 100 restaurants in the US by O p e n Ta b l e c o m A r t i s a n a l rsquo s menu rotates regular ly to take a d v a n t a g e o f f a r m t o t a b l e ingredients and the ambience is second to none
And donrsquot skip breakfast while yoursquore in town Dunnrsquos Deli Banner Elk Cafe and SisterLees Cafeacute all serve great day-starters SisterLees is especially known for Belgian waffles stuffed crepes and scratch-made biscuits
For visitor details and a complete list of restaurants go to wwwBannerElkcom or call toll free 844-824-6777
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Thermal Valley Hang Gliding an instruction-based hang gliding experience based at Foothills
Regional Airport near Morganton hopes to re-ignite a sport that was widely popular in the 1970s
Owners Craig and Laura Pearson have operated the business since 2011 They use a tandem hang glider towed by a light sport aircraft to give instructional flights that range in height from 1500 feet up to 5000 feet and range in duration from 12-20 minutes Craig Pearson a certified glider pilot and 25-year veteran is strapped in a tandem harness with each student
ldquoWe have ground school for 15 minutes before they fly and while they are flying we teach them how to use the gliderrdquo said Laura Pearson ldquoIf a person just wants to experience it and see the scenery that is totally okay Wersquore still going to give them a lesson but theyrsquore not required to do anything strenuous or hard They are able to ride along and enjoy it
ldquoItrsquos a way that families can share a memorable experience and walk away with a positive feeling for hang gliding The whole process
has become more scientific and safer than those days in the 1970s and thatrsquos what we want people to understandrdquo
ldquoYou have to go to the Outer Banks or to Lookout Mountain in Tennessee to get tow flights like we are offeringrdquo says Laura Pearson ldquoOur situation is ideal because we get a tow and fly the hang gliders in a lot of different weather patterns whereas mountain pilots always have to have a prevail ing wind coming at themrdquo
Customers wishing to become a hang gl ider pi lot are eagerly welcomed at Thermal Valley
ldquoOur whole goal is to re-ignite the passion for hangliding in this areardquo says Craig Pearson ldquoThirty years ago there were probably more than 100 hang glider pilots in these mountains Now therersquos just a handfulrdquo
Soar Like an Eagle with Tandem Hang Gliding in Morganton
Participants must be 18 years old weigh less than 235 pounds and be 6rsquo3rdquo or shorter For details call 828-292-8289 or visit wwwthermalvalleynet
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 21
Summer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson College
Summit Coffeersquos second loca-tion The Outpost at Davidson College is greeting summer
and the community with loads of hospitality and a farm to table menu for their special dinners and brunches The Outpost opened in 2013 in a beautifully repurposed fraternity building on campus It houses a pub coffee bar cafe and social spot for students during the school year
While the students are away for a few months a new concept of offering special events and dinners that are open to the public was born It has been a collaborative effort by Courtney Spear the director of food and Brooke Basinger The Outpost manager that has given life to this idea and together they have created all of the creative menu items The ingredients are sourced as locally as possible which means the menu will change based on what is seasonally available each week They personally visit Barbee Farms and Big Oak Farm in Cabar-rus County the Davidson Farmerrsquos
Market and Davidson Collegersquos own 3+ acre farm to select the freshest items each week The college farm which is managed by Theresa Allen uses organic non GMO seeds and no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides
The Outpos t i s the second location for Summit Coffee ownersbrothers Brian and Tim Helfrich both Davidson College graduates and Tom their father The original Summit was opened in 1998 in a 100 year old building located on Main St in Davidson In addition to the weekly dinners and brunches at The Outpost a wine dinner featuring Tuck Beckstoffer wines is scheduled for July 23rd and a beer dinner with Wicked Weed Brewery from Asheville is on August 20th
Teresa Blake
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Dinner is served on Wednesday evening 5-9 and brunch on Sunday from 9-2
The Outpost is located at 120 Patterson Circle Davidson NC 28035
wwwsummitcoffeecom
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Just over a decade since the Yadkin Valley was designated an American Viticultural Area the
appellation continues to emerge as a premier wine region for the East Coast
Nowhere is that more evident than Surry County Located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley Surry and its affiliated wineries account for nearly half of Valleyrsquos more than 40 wineries
One of Surry Countyrsquos newest wineries is Adagio Vineyards Adagio chose its location in Elkin co-owner Tim Wahl says because itrsquos in the ldquoheart of North Carolina wine country with excellent growing conditions especially the foothills where we grow the grapesrdquo
Such comments are music to the ears of Charlie and Ed Shelton two brothers who came home to Surry County from Charlotte about 17 years ago with a vision to plant grape vines to grow the arearsquos economy
The Sheltons opened Shelton Vineyards in 1999 and spearheaded the push to get a federal AVA designation which was awarded in 2003
One of the things that encouraged the brothers was the geographic location of the Yadkin Valley home to elevations and growing seasons favorable for vineyards
ldquoThe soil conditions here are very idealrdquo says Charlie Shelton ldquoOur soil conditions are almost identical to Burgundy Francerdquo
Louis Jeroslow winemaker at Elkin Creek Vineyards echoes that statement
The Yadkin Valley is very much like Old World Europe Itrsquos l ike stepping into France and Spain and Italy right here in the foothills of North Carolinardquo says Jeroslow ldquoItrsquos actually very ancient topography The Appalachian Mountains are as old as the Himalayas but the soil is very much like Tuscany our latitude is in line with Sicily and our climate is most of all like Bordeaux Our vineyard practices in the region are modeled after Bordeauxrdquo
Winemaking has always been a passion for North Carolina native Jason Wiseman That passion led him
Yadkin Valley Wine Country Emerges In Surry County
photo by Travis Dove
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to the Napa Valley in the early 2000s but the emergence of the Yadkin Valley brought him home to Brushy Mountain Winery in 2006
ldquoWe started to see promise in the wine industry Small boutique wineries opened up and we saw these small guys making fantastic winesrdquo Wiseman explains ldquoAt that point I knew my directionrdquo
The traditional-style grapes that grow well in the Yadkin Valley are Merlot Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Sangiovese Chardonnay Riesling Viognier Sauvignon Blanc and Petit Verdot
For info on winerieswine tourism in Surry County go to wwwYadkinValleyNCcom
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Carrie Arnold7048812245
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Education amp Entertainment For LKN Residents amp Visitors
Request a Free Guide to NC Wine Country
YadkinValleyNCcom8009480949
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Ghostface Brewing
North Carolinians have always enjoyed trips to Mooresville either for a lazy day on the
lake to explore the of history of stock car racing or to take a short jaunt back to the 50rsquos down the colloquial Main Street In addition to the usual favorite activities Ghostface Brewing is a fresh destination that is rapidly making its way up the townrsquos lsquomust dorsquo bucket list Itrsquos a new business amidst the charming antique side of the city but it pays homage to itrsquos history by proudly sporting old bricks and beams collected from the original on-site structure In fact if you pay the brewery a visit and inevitably enjoy yourself you can buy one of the bricks and have your name permanently affixed to walls of this unique establishment Of course the part industrial part medieval style of this watering hole is not itrsquos number one claim to excite the masses- people are rushing to Ghostface for the beer
With over 20 brews on tap there is something to entice every beer lover from every part of the state The brew masters are at the hop-helm every single day working on new and diverse drafts to insure
that the beer menu never gets stale The breweryrsquos flagship beers like the cleverly named Reapercussions IPA and the Caliginous Bourbon Barrel Stout are impressive enough to stand alone on the taps but they also have a great selection of guest drafts to add variety Ciders mead wine and gluten-reduced beers are also constantly offered to delight all of the gluten-sensitive Lake Norman destination seekers
The except ional aspects o f Ghostface Brewing seem to pile on endlesslyhellip (Did I mention that they always have two nitro drafts on tap) It is absolutely worth an outing to Mooresville to enjoy a Cuddyrsquos Irish Red over a game of cornhole Lastly if you make it to Ghostface and decide that you donrsquot want to leave Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie
Kara Werts
Request a Free Guide to NC Wine Country
YadkinValleyNCcom8009480949
Ghostface Brewing 427 East Statesville Ave Suite 100 Mooresville NC 28115 wwwghostfacebrewingcom
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131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 27
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PHOTODUDEARTCOM 7047062365
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WWWNEWSARUMBREWINGCOM
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LKNBTLKNBrewersTrailcom
LKNBrewersTrailcom is a single source for what is
going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
Whats On TapWhats Going On
How To Get There
Digi ta l content is avai lable on desktop tablet and phone
Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
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A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINK
704bull892bull44338301-1 Magnolia Estates Drive
Cornelius NC 28031Fri-Sun 1100am-200am Mon-Thurs1100am-1200am
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINKFull Menu to 2am Fri bull Sat bull Sun
SATURDAY MAY 16TH
MONDAY
Half Price Wine bull Bottle or Glass
$3 Well Drinks bull $350 NC Drafts Half Price Wings Every Wednesday 5pm ndash 10pm
$350 Drafts
$6 Vodka Redbull bull $5 Fire Ball
$550 Titorsquos Vodka bull $2 Bud Light BottlesHangover Helper Shooters
$4 Best Bloody Mary Bar On The Lake $2 Mimosas bull $4 Double Mimosas bull $2 Miller Lt Btl
$2 Tacos (All Day amp Night) Coronas Margaritas
TUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
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Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
62 Vintage Lane Maggie Valley North Carolina 28751
(828) 926-6266
ldquoTHE MUSEUM THAT RUNSrdquo
WE ARE NORTH CAROLINArsquoS1 TOYHAULER DEALER
CONCORD NC bull MARION NCtomjohnsoncampingcom
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lunch X dinner X full bar X good times
O F F I - 7 7 E X I T 3 3 bull 1 1 7 T R A D E CO U RT (MOORESVILLE)
7 0 4 7 9 9 1 1 1 0 bull wwwjeffreyslkncom
New lookNew chef
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HUNT E R SV I L L E9230 Beatties Ford Road
MOORE SV I L L E515 Rinehardt Road
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displays of mi l i tar y camp l i fe as wel l as featured musket and cannon f i r ing demonstrat ions wwwfortdobbsorg
K-9s In Flight Sat July 23rdndashSun 31st 300 Tweets ie Rai l road Rd B lowing Rock NC 28605 Don rsquo t miss these h igh -energy p e r f o r m a n c e s s h o w c a s i n g a team of dynamic dogs in acro -bat ic f reesty le rout ines These dogs have dazz led aud iences nat ionwide a t ha l f t ime shows and on te lev is ion Fi rs t -come f i r s t - s e r v e d s e a t i n g S h o w t imes at 11am 1pm and 3pm each day wwwtweets ie com
Euro Automobile Show at Raffaldini Vineyards S u n
J u l y 2 4 t h 1 2 p m ndash 4 p m 4 5 0 G r o c e R d R o n d a N C 2 8 6 7 0 Representat ives wi l l be on-s i te t o d i s c u s s t h e s p e e d s t y l e a n d b e a u t y o f e a c h v e h i c l e Cars provided by Foreign Cars I t a l i a F i a t o f t h e Tr i a d a n d more inc lud ing Fe r ra r i F i a t M a s e r a t i a n d L a m b o r g h i n i wwwRaf fa ld ini com
Hillbilly Jam 2016 Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S a t 3 0 t h M a g g i e Va l l e y Fe s t i v a l G r o u n d s 3 3 7 4 S o c o Rd Magg ie Va l l ey NC 28751 T h i s a n n u a l a l l - d a y m u s i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s w e s t e r n N o r t h C a r o l i n a a n d A p p a l a -c h i a rsquo s r i c h m u s i c a l h i s t o r y and the her i tage of moonshine m a k i n g C o m e o n o u t a n d
Continued From Page 12
TWO LOCATIONSONE
DESTINATIONTheCabin
RUSTIC - Craft BeerPiano - Cigars
Wine - GiftsGourmet Snacks
200-400 North Harbor Place - Davidson NC 7042373629wwwLakeNormanCottagecomNext to North Harbor Club on the water off of exit 30 I-77
LAKE NORMANON THE WATER
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h a v e a h i l l b i l l y g o o d t i m e wwwhi l lb i l lywoodstockcom
Hickor y Fur n i t ure Ma r t Furniture Festival amp Clear-ance Sale Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S u n 3 1 s t 2 2 2 0 U S H w y 7 0 S E Hickor y NC 28602 Live art isan d e m o n s t r a t i o n s a n d d i s p l a y s wi l l be se t up throughout the Mart and shoppers wi l l be able to in teract wi th f ine fur n i ture c r a f t s m e n a n d a r t i s a n s f r o m o u r r e g i o n Yo u rsquo l l a l s o f i n d t remendous sav ings and mark d o w n s o n f u r n i t u r e p i e c e s ins ide each showroom Many i tems are heavi ly discounted to make room for fa l l inventor ies Customize any furni ture order based on your speci f ic needs wwwhickor yfurni turecom
D o w n t o w n A s h e b o r o rsquo s P i gs amp Peda ls Weekend Fr i A u g u s t 5 t h ndash S a t 6 t h 1 1 5 S Faye t t ev i l l e S t Asheboro NC 27203 A K ansas Ci ty Barbeque S o c i e t y ( K C B S ) s a n c t i o n e d barbecue cooking competi t ion a f a s t - p a c e d c r i t e r i u m b i k e r a c e o p e n t o a m a t e u r s a n d pro fess iona l s a beer ga rden a n d l o c a l b a n d s t h r o u g h o u t the event Food and fun- f i l led act iv i t ies for the ent i re family wwwpigsandpedals com
60th Annual Mt Mitchell Craf ts Fa ir F r i A u g u s t 5 t h 9amndashSat 6th 5pm Town Square B u r n s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 1 4 W i t h a p p r o x i m a t e l y 2 0 0 j u r i e d c r a f t s t h i s e v e n t m o r e t h a n qua l i f i es as a c ra f t shopper rsquo s
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EAT PLAY RELAXstaycation
davidson nc
cedarsdavidsoncom
7047654930
Restaurant RowCraft Brew
Farmers Market
Shopping
Resident ia lamp
Commercia l Real Estate
Online scheduling wwwtcornishlawcom
704-897-30618936 N Pointe Executive Park Drive
Huntersville NC 28078
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A Very Deceiving Destination Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
This is going to be such an awesome weekend That was the thought running through
my mind when I turned into Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge I may have been in an exceptional frame of mind from the relaxing drive to historic Plumtree North Carolina Plumtree is between Spruce Pine and Banner Elk No matter where you are departing from the last 30 minutes of your drive will take you through tree covered roads along fast moving mountain rivers amp streams
C leve amp Robin Young were exploring Western North Carolina with their daughter Lindsay and sons Cleveland William and Philip when Cleve stopped to check out the abandoned TB Vance General Store built in 1919 With much love and patience the ongoing restoration project is the operational center for the Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
The name is very deceiving to be more accurate it would have to be ldquoBlind Squirrel Brewery Lodge Bed amp Breakfast Zip Line Camping Tubing Cabin Rental Ciderworks Trout Fishing Farming Retreat Restaurant Disk Golf Event Space amp Banquet Hallrdquo
The hear t of B l ind Squir re l Brewer y amp Lodge is the ldquoLodge Familyrdquo You will not meet a single employee during your visit While the Youngrsquos own the property each person at the resort takes ownership and great pride in the vision of what Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge has the potential to become
I did have an awesome weekend Experiencing chef prepared locally grown farm to fork meals a zip line canopy tour relaxing on the porch outside the tasting room hiking to a waterfall dining along the river finding out how bad I am at disc golf did I mention the tasting room
Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge 4716 South US Hwy 19E Plumtree NC 28664
wwwblindsquirrelbrewerycom Phone 828-765-2739
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The NC High Countryrsquos Dining Destination
Banner Elk is the culinary hot spot of the North Carolina H i g h C o u n t r y W h e t h e r
yoursquore looking for a five-star meal to mark a special occasion a hearty sandwich after a day in the great outdoors or fresh sushi in a casual setting this townrsquos thriving food scene has something to offer
And summer is the perfect time to visit Banner Elk Although itrsquos just over two hours from Charlotte the resort town sits at an altitude of more than 3700 feet providing a respi te f rom the heat of the flatlands
I f y o u w a n t a t a s t e o f t h e mountains donrsquot leave without ordering fresh trout Have it for dinner at long-time favorite Banner Elk Cafe The location also houses The Lodge Espresso Bar and Eatery which has a coffeehouse vibe
After spending an af ternoon hiking or biking on nearby on Beech Mountain or Grandfather Mountain stop into Dunnrsquos Deli to refuel This New York-style deli serves mile-high clubs tuna melts and cheese-s teak sandwiches Wash it all down with a cold draft
Award-winning Cajun cuisine is available in an upscale setting at L ouis iana Purchase Food amp Spirits or check out the Bayou
Smokehouse and Grill for a more casual experience
The Pa in ted Fi sh i s known for pu t t ing a un ique twis t on recognizable dishes The menu varies from pastas ahi tuna and curried scallops to bacon chicken and southern style trout
Banner Elkrsquos premier dining experience belongs to Artisanal This elegant restaurant located i n a r e f u r b i s h e d b a r n w a s recently named one of the Top 100 restaurants in the US by O p e n Ta b l e c o m A r t i s a n a l rsquo s menu rotates regular ly to take a d v a n t a g e o f f a r m t o t a b l e ingredients and the ambience is second to none
And donrsquot skip breakfast while yoursquore in town Dunnrsquos Deli Banner Elk Cafe and SisterLees Cafeacute all serve great day-starters SisterLees is especially known for Belgian waffles stuffed crepes and scratch-made biscuits
For visitor details and a complete list of restaurants go to wwwBannerElkcom or call toll free 844-824-6777
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Thermal Valley Hang Gliding an instruction-based hang gliding experience based at Foothills
Regional Airport near Morganton hopes to re-ignite a sport that was widely popular in the 1970s
Owners Craig and Laura Pearson have operated the business since 2011 They use a tandem hang glider towed by a light sport aircraft to give instructional flights that range in height from 1500 feet up to 5000 feet and range in duration from 12-20 minutes Craig Pearson a certified glider pilot and 25-year veteran is strapped in a tandem harness with each student
ldquoWe have ground school for 15 minutes before they fly and while they are flying we teach them how to use the gliderrdquo said Laura Pearson ldquoIf a person just wants to experience it and see the scenery that is totally okay Wersquore still going to give them a lesson but theyrsquore not required to do anything strenuous or hard They are able to ride along and enjoy it
ldquoItrsquos a way that families can share a memorable experience and walk away with a positive feeling for hang gliding The whole process
has become more scientific and safer than those days in the 1970s and thatrsquos what we want people to understandrdquo
ldquoYou have to go to the Outer Banks or to Lookout Mountain in Tennessee to get tow flights like we are offeringrdquo says Laura Pearson ldquoOur situation is ideal because we get a tow and fly the hang gliders in a lot of different weather patterns whereas mountain pilots always have to have a prevail ing wind coming at themrdquo
Customers wishing to become a hang gl ider pi lot are eagerly welcomed at Thermal Valley
ldquoOur whole goal is to re-ignite the passion for hangliding in this areardquo says Craig Pearson ldquoThirty years ago there were probably more than 100 hang glider pilots in these mountains Now therersquos just a handfulrdquo
Soar Like an Eagle with Tandem Hang Gliding in Morganton
Participants must be 18 years old weigh less than 235 pounds and be 6rsquo3rdquo or shorter For details call 828-292-8289 or visit wwwthermalvalleynet
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Summer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson College
Summit Coffeersquos second loca-tion The Outpost at Davidson College is greeting summer
and the community with loads of hospitality and a farm to table menu for their special dinners and brunches The Outpost opened in 2013 in a beautifully repurposed fraternity building on campus It houses a pub coffee bar cafe and social spot for students during the school year
While the students are away for a few months a new concept of offering special events and dinners that are open to the public was born It has been a collaborative effort by Courtney Spear the director of food and Brooke Basinger The Outpost manager that has given life to this idea and together they have created all of the creative menu items The ingredients are sourced as locally as possible which means the menu will change based on what is seasonally available each week They personally visit Barbee Farms and Big Oak Farm in Cabar-rus County the Davidson Farmerrsquos
Market and Davidson Collegersquos own 3+ acre farm to select the freshest items each week The college farm which is managed by Theresa Allen uses organic non GMO seeds and no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides
The Outpos t i s the second location for Summit Coffee ownersbrothers Brian and Tim Helfrich both Davidson College graduates and Tom their father The original Summit was opened in 1998 in a 100 year old building located on Main St in Davidson In addition to the weekly dinners and brunches at The Outpost a wine dinner featuring Tuck Beckstoffer wines is scheduled for July 23rd and a beer dinner with Wicked Weed Brewery from Asheville is on August 20th
Teresa Blake
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Dinner is served on Wednesday evening 5-9 and brunch on Sunday from 9-2
The Outpost is located at 120 Patterson Circle Davidson NC 28035
wwwsummitcoffeecom
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Just over a decade since the Yadkin Valley was designated an American Viticultural Area the
appellation continues to emerge as a premier wine region for the East Coast
Nowhere is that more evident than Surry County Located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley Surry and its affiliated wineries account for nearly half of Valleyrsquos more than 40 wineries
One of Surry Countyrsquos newest wineries is Adagio Vineyards Adagio chose its location in Elkin co-owner Tim Wahl says because itrsquos in the ldquoheart of North Carolina wine country with excellent growing conditions especially the foothills where we grow the grapesrdquo
Such comments are music to the ears of Charlie and Ed Shelton two brothers who came home to Surry County from Charlotte about 17 years ago with a vision to plant grape vines to grow the arearsquos economy
The Sheltons opened Shelton Vineyards in 1999 and spearheaded the push to get a federal AVA designation which was awarded in 2003
One of the things that encouraged the brothers was the geographic location of the Yadkin Valley home to elevations and growing seasons favorable for vineyards
ldquoThe soil conditions here are very idealrdquo says Charlie Shelton ldquoOur soil conditions are almost identical to Burgundy Francerdquo
Louis Jeroslow winemaker at Elkin Creek Vineyards echoes that statement
The Yadkin Valley is very much like Old World Europe Itrsquos l ike stepping into France and Spain and Italy right here in the foothills of North Carolinardquo says Jeroslow ldquoItrsquos actually very ancient topography The Appalachian Mountains are as old as the Himalayas but the soil is very much like Tuscany our latitude is in line with Sicily and our climate is most of all like Bordeaux Our vineyard practices in the region are modeled after Bordeauxrdquo
Winemaking has always been a passion for North Carolina native Jason Wiseman That passion led him
Yadkin Valley Wine Country Emerges In Surry County
photo by Travis Dove
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to the Napa Valley in the early 2000s but the emergence of the Yadkin Valley brought him home to Brushy Mountain Winery in 2006
ldquoWe started to see promise in the wine industry Small boutique wineries opened up and we saw these small guys making fantastic winesrdquo Wiseman explains ldquoAt that point I knew my directionrdquo
The traditional-style grapes that grow well in the Yadkin Valley are Merlot Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Sangiovese Chardonnay Riesling Viognier Sauvignon Blanc and Petit Verdot
For info on winerieswine tourism in Surry County go to wwwYadkinValleyNCcom
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Ghostface Brewing
North Carolinians have always enjoyed trips to Mooresville either for a lazy day on the
lake to explore the of history of stock car racing or to take a short jaunt back to the 50rsquos down the colloquial Main Street In addition to the usual favorite activities Ghostface Brewing is a fresh destination that is rapidly making its way up the townrsquos lsquomust dorsquo bucket list Itrsquos a new business amidst the charming antique side of the city but it pays homage to itrsquos history by proudly sporting old bricks and beams collected from the original on-site structure In fact if you pay the brewery a visit and inevitably enjoy yourself you can buy one of the bricks and have your name permanently affixed to walls of this unique establishment Of course the part industrial part medieval style of this watering hole is not itrsquos number one claim to excite the masses- people are rushing to Ghostface for the beer
With over 20 brews on tap there is something to entice every beer lover from every part of the state The brew masters are at the hop-helm every single day working on new and diverse drafts to insure
that the beer menu never gets stale The breweryrsquos flagship beers like the cleverly named Reapercussions IPA and the Caliginous Bourbon Barrel Stout are impressive enough to stand alone on the taps but they also have a great selection of guest drafts to add variety Ciders mead wine and gluten-reduced beers are also constantly offered to delight all of the gluten-sensitive Lake Norman destination seekers
The except ional aspects o f Ghostface Brewing seem to pile on endlesslyhellip (Did I mention that they always have two nitro drafts on tap) It is absolutely worth an outing to Mooresville to enjoy a Cuddyrsquos Irish Red over a game of cornhole Lastly if you make it to Ghostface and decide that you donrsquot want to leave Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie
Kara Werts
Request a Free Guide to NC Wine Country
YadkinValleyNCcom8009480949
Ghostface Brewing 427 East Statesville Ave Suite 100 Mooresville NC 28115 wwwghostfacebrewingcom
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131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 27
CANVAS PRINTS FROM YOUR PHOTOS
PHOTODUDEARTCOM 7047062365
PORTRAITWEDDINGFAMILYAERIALEVENT
WWWNEWSARUMBREWINGCOM
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Destinations
LKNBTLKNBrewersTrailcom
LKNBrewersTrailcom is a single source for what is
going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
Whats On TapWhats Going On
How To Get There
Digi ta l content is avai lable on desktop tablet and phone
Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
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A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINK
704bull892bull44338301-1 Magnolia Estates Drive
Cornelius NC 28031Fri-Sun 1100am-200am Mon-Thurs1100am-1200am
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINKFull Menu to 2am Fri bull Sat bull Sun
SATURDAY MAY 16TH
MONDAY
Half Price Wine bull Bottle or Glass
$3 Well Drinks bull $350 NC Drafts Half Price Wings Every Wednesday 5pm ndash 10pm
$350 Drafts
$6 Vodka Redbull bull $5 Fire Ball
$550 Titorsquos Vodka bull $2 Bud Light BottlesHangover Helper Shooters
$4 Best Bloody Mary Bar On The Lake $2 Mimosas bull $4 Double Mimosas bull $2 Miller Lt Btl
$2 Tacos (All Day amp Night) Coronas Margaritas
TUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
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Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
62 Vintage Lane Maggie Valley North Carolina 28751
(828) 926-6266
ldquoTHE MUSEUM THAT RUNSrdquo
WE ARE NORTH CAROLINArsquoS1 TOYHAULER DEALER
CONCORD NC bull MARION NCtomjohnsoncampingcom
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lunch X dinner X full bar X good times
O F F I - 7 7 E X I T 3 3 bull 1 1 7 T R A D E CO U RT (MOORESVILLE)
7 0 4 7 9 9 1 1 1 0 bull wwwjeffreyslkncom
New lookNew chef
LANCASTERSBBQCOM
HUNT E R SV I L L E9230 Beatties Ford Road
MOORE SV I L L E515 Rinehardt Road
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h a v e a h i l l b i l l y g o o d t i m e wwwhi l lb i l lywoodstockcom
Hickor y Fur n i t ure Ma r t Furniture Festival amp Clear-ance Sale Fr i J u l y 2 9 t h ndash S u n 3 1 s t 2 2 2 0 U S H w y 7 0 S E Hickor y NC 28602 Live art isan d e m o n s t r a t i o n s a n d d i s p l a y s wi l l be se t up throughout the Mart and shoppers wi l l be able to in teract wi th f ine fur n i ture c r a f t s m e n a n d a r t i s a n s f r o m o u r r e g i o n Yo u rsquo l l a l s o f i n d t remendous sav ings and mark d o w n s o n f u r n i t u r e p i e c e s ins ide each showroom Many i tems are heavi ly discounted to make room for fa l l inventor ies Customize any furni ture order based on your speci f ic needs wwwhickor yfurni turecom
D o w n t o w n A s h e b o r o rsquo s P i gs amp Peda ls Weekend Fr i A u g u s t 5 t h ndash S a t 6 t h 1 1 5 S Faye t t ev i l l e S t Asheboro NC 27203 A K ansas Ci ty Barbeque S o c i e t y ( K C B S ) s a n c t i o n e d barbecue cooking competi t ion a f a s t - p a c e d c r i t e r i u m b i k e r a c e o p e n t o a m a t e u r s a n d pro fess iona l s a beer ga rden a n d l o c a l b a n d s t h r o u g h o u t the event Food and fun- f i l led act iv i t ies for the ent i re family wwwpigsandpedals com
60th Annual Mt Mitchell Craf ts Fa ir F r i A u g u s t 5 t h 9amndashSat 6th 5pm Town Square B u r n s v i l l e N C 2 8 7 1 4 W i t h a p p r o x i m a t e l y 2 0 0 j u r i e d c r a f t s t h i s e v e n t m o r e t h a n qua l i f i es as a c ra f t shopper rsquo s
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Restaurant RowCraft Brew
Farmers Market
Shopping
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Online scheduling wwwtcornishlawcom
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Huntersville NC 28078
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A Very Deceiving Destination Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
This is going to be such an awesome weekend That was the thought running through
my mind when I turned into Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge I may have been in an exceptional frame of mind from the relaxing drive to historic Plumtree North Carolina Plumtree is between Spruce Pine and Banner Elk No matter where you are departing from the last 30 minutes of your drive will take you through tree covered roads along fast moving mountain rivers amp streams
C leve amp Robin Young were exploring Western North Carolina with their daughter Lindsay and sons Cleveland William and Philip when Cleve stopped to check out the abandoned TB Vance General Store built in 1919 With much love and patience the ongoing restoration project is the operational center for the Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
The name is very deceiving to be more accurate it would have to be ldquoBlind Squirrel Brewery Lodge Bed amp Breakfast Zip Line Camping Tubing Cabin Rental Ciderworks Trout Fishing Farming Retreat Restaurant Disk Golf Event Space amp Banquet Hallrdquo
The hear t of B l ind Squir re l Brewer y amp Lodge is the ldquoLodge Familyrdquo You will not meet a single employee during your visit While the Youngrsquos own the property each person at the resort takes ownership and great pride in the vision of what Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge has the potential to become
I did have an awesome weekend Experiencing chef prepared locally grown farm to fork meals a zip line canopy tour relaxing on the porch outside the tasting room hiking to a waterfall dining along the river finding out how bad I am at disc golf did I mention the tasting room
Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge 4716 South US Hwy 19E Plumtree NC 28664
wwwblindsquirrelbrewerycom Phone 828-765-2739
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The NC High Countryrsquos Dining Destination
Banner Elk is the culinary hot spot of the North Carolina H i g h C o u n t r y W h e t h e r
yoursquore looking for a five-star meal to mark a special occasion a hearty sandwich after a day in the great outdoors or fresh sushi in a casual setting this townrsquos thriving food scene has something to offer
And summer is the perfect time to visit Banner Elk Although itrsquos just over two hours from Charlotte the resort town sits at an altitude of more than 3700 feet providing a respi te f rom the heat of the flatlands
I f y o u w a n t a t a s t e o f t h e mountains donrsquot leave without ordering fresh trout Have it for dinner at long-time favorite Banner Elk Cafe The location also houses The Lodge Espresso Bar and Eatery which has a coffeehouse vibe
After spending an af ternoon hiking or biking on nearby on Beech Mountain or Grandfather Mountain stop into Dunnrsquos Deli to refuel This New York-style deli serves mile-high clubs tuna melts and cheese-s teak sandwiches Wash it all down with a cold draft
Award-winning Cajun cuisine is available in an upscale setting at L ouis iana Purchase Food amp Spirits or check out the Bayou
Smokehouse and Grill for a more casual experience
The Pa in ted Fi sh i s known for pu t t ing a un ique twis t on recognizable dishes The menu varies from pastas ahi tuna and curried scallops to bacon chicken and southern style trout
Banner Elkrsquos premier dining experience belongs to Artisanal This elegant restaurant located i n a r e f u r b i s h e d b a r n w a s recently named one of the Top 100 restaurants in the US by O p e n Ta b l e c o m A r t i s a n a l rsquo s menu rotates regular ly to take a d v a n t a g e o f f a r m t o t a b l e ingredients and the ambience is second to none
And donrsquot skip breakfast while yoursquore in town Dunnrsquos Deli Banner Elk Cafe and SisterLees Cafeacute all serve great day-starters SisterLees is especially known for Belgian waffles stuffed crepes and scratch-made biscuits
For visitor details and a complete list of restaurants go to wwwBannerElkcom or call toll free 844-824-6777
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Thermal Valley Hang Gliding an instruction-based hang gliding experience based at Foothills
Regional Airport near Morganton hopes to re-ignite a sport that was widely popular in the 1970s
Owners Craig and Laura Pearson have operated the business since 2011 They use a tandem hang glider towed by a light sport aircraft to give instructional flights that range in height from 1500 feet up to 5000 feet and range in duration from 12-20 minutes Craig Pearson a certified glider pilot and 25-year veteran is strapped in a tandem harness with each student
ldquoWe have ground school for 15 minutes before they fly and while they are flying we teach them how to use the gliderrdquo said Laura Pearson ldquoIf a person just wants to experience it and see the scenery that is totally okay Wersquore still going to give them a lesson but theyrsquore not required to do anything strenuous or hard They are able to ride along and enjoy it
ldquoItrsquos a way that families can share a memorable experience and walk away with a positive feeling for hang gliding The whole process
has become more scientific and safer than those days in the 1970s and thatrsquos what we want people to understandrdquo
ldquoYou have to go to the Outer Banks or to Lookout Mountain in Tennessee to get tow flights like we are offeringrdquo says Laura Pearson ldquoOur situation is ideal because we get a tow and fly the hang gliders in a lot of different weather patterns whereas mountain pilots always have to have a prevail ing wind coming at themrdquo
Customers wishing to become a hang gl ider pi lot are eagerly welcomed at Thermal Valley
ldquoOur whole goal is to re-ignite the passion for hangliding in this areardquo says Craig Pearson ldquoThirty years ago there were probably more than 100 hang glider pilots in these mountains Now therersquos just a handfulrdquo
Soar Like an Eagle with Tandem Hang Gliding in Morganton
Participants must be 18 years old weigh less than 235 pounds and be 6rsquo3rdquo or shorter For details call 828-292-8289 or visit wwwthermalvalleynet
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Summer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson College
Summit Coffeersquos second loca-tion The Outpost at Davidson College is greeting summer
and the community with loads of hospitality and a farm to table menu for their special dinners and brunches The Outpost opened in 2013 in a beautifully repurposed fraternity building on campus It houses a pub coffee bar cafe and social spot for students during the school year
While the students are away for a few months a new concept of offering special events and dinners that are open to the public was born It has been a collaborative effort by Courtney Spear the director of food and Brooke Basinger The Outpost manager that has given life to this idea and together they have created all of the creative menu items The ingredients are sourced as locally as possible which means the menu will change based on what is seasonally available each week They personally visit Barbee Farms and Big Oak Farm in Cabar-rus County the Davidson Farmerrsquos
Market and Davidson Collegersquos own 3+ acre farm to select the freshest items each week The college farm which is managed by Theresa Allen uses organic non GMO seeds and no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides
The Outpos t i s the second location for Summit Coffee ownersbrothers Brian and Tim Helfrich both Davidson College graduates and Tom their father The original Summit was opened in 1998 in a 100 year old building located on Main St in Davidson In addition to the weekly dinners and brunches at The Outpost a wine dinner featuring Tuck Beckstoffer wines is scheduled for July 23rd and a beer dinner with Wicked Weed Brewery from Asheville is on August 20th
Teresa Blake
frances dawsonREALTOR BROKER GRI SRES
FREE Lake Norman Relocation Package12th Year of Award Winning Service to Buyers amp Sellers
Recipient Top Charlotte Real Estate Agent
CellText 704-701-7599
Dinner is served on Wednesday evening 5-9 and brunch on Sunday from 9-2
The Outpost is located at 120 Patterson Circle Davidson NC 28035
wwwsummitcoffeecom
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Just over a decade since the Yadkin Valley was designated an American Viticultural Area the
appellation continues to emerge as a premier wine region for the East Coast
Nowhere is that more evident than Surry County Located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley Surry and its affiliated wineries account for nearly half of Valleyrsquos more than 40 wineries
One of Surry Countyrsquos newest wineries is Adagio Vineyards Adagio chose its location in Elkin co-owner Tim Wahl says because itrsquos in the ldquoheart of North Carolina wine country with excellent growing conditions especially the foothills where we grow the grapesrdquo
Such comments are music to the ears of Charlie and Ed Shelton two brothers who came home to Surry County from Charlotte about 17 years ago with a vision to plant grape vines to grow the arearsquos economy
The Sheltons opened Shelton Vineyards in 1999 and spearheaded the push to get a federal AVA designation which was awarded in 2003
One of the things that encouraged the brothers was the geographic location of the Yadkin Valley home to elevations and growing seasons favorable for vineyards
ldquoThe soil conditions here are very idealrdquo says Charlie Shelton ldquoOur soil conditions are almost identical to Burgundy Francerdquo
Louis Jeroslow winemaker at Elkin Creek Vineyards echoes that statement
The Yadkin Valley is very much like Old World Europe Itrsquos l ike stepping into France and Spain and Italy right here in the foothills of North Carolinardquo says Jeroslow ldquoItrsquos actually very ancient topography The Appalachian Mountains are as old as the Himalayas but the soil is very much like Tuscany our latitude is in line with Sicily and our climate is most of all like Bordeaux Our vineyard practices in the region are modeled after Bordeauxrdquo
Winemaking has always been a passion for North Carolina native Jason Wiseman That passion led him
Yadkin Valley Wine Country Emerges In Surry County
photo by Travis Dove
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to the Napa Valley in the early 2000s but the emergence of the Yadkin Valley brought him home to Brushy Mountain Winery in 2006
ldquoWe started to see promise in the wine industry Small boutique wineries opened up and we saw these small guys making fantastic winesrdquo Wiseman explains ldquoAt that point I knew my directionrdquo
The traditional-style grapes that grow well in the Yadkin Valley are Merlot Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Sangiovese Chardonnay Riesling Viognier Sauvignon Blanc and Petit Verdot
For info on winerieswine tourism in Surry County go to wwwYadkinValleyNCcom
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Ghostface Brewing
North Carolinians have always enjoyed trips to Mooresville either for a lazy day on the
lake to explore the of history of stock car racing or to take a short jaunt back to the 50rsquos down the colloquial Main Street In addition to the usual favorite activities Ghostface Brewing is a fresh destination that is rapidly making its way up the townrsquos lsquomust dorsquo bucket list Itrsquos a new business amidst the charming antique side of the city but it pays homage to itrsquos history by proudly sporting old bricks and beams collected from the original on-site structure In fact if you pay the brewery a visit and inevitably enjoy yourself you can buy one of the bricks and have your name permanently affixed to walls of this unique establishment Of course the part industrial part medieval style of this watering hole is not itrsquos number one claim to excite the masses- people are rushing to Ghostface for the beer
With over 20 brews on tap there is something to entice every beer lover from every part of the state The brew masters are at the hop-helm every single day working on new and diverse drafts to insure
that the beer menu never gets stale The breweryrsquos flagship beers like the cleverly named Reapercussions IPA and the Caliginous Bourbon Barrel Stout are impressive enough to stand alone on the taps but they also have a great selection of guest drafts to add variety Ciders mead wine and gluten-reduced beers are also constantly offered to delight all of the gluten-sensitive Lake Norman destination seekers
The except ional aspects o f Ghostface Brewing seem to pile on endlesslyhellip (Did I mention that they always have two nitro drafts on tap) It is absolutely worth an outing to Mooresville to enjoy a Cuddyrsquos Irish Red over a game of cornhole Lastly if you make it to Ghostface and decide that you donrsquot want to leave Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie
Kara Werts
Request a Free Guide to NC Wine Country
YadkinValleyNCcom8009480949
Ghostface Brewing 427 East Statesville Ave Suite 100 Mooresville NC 28115 wwwghostfacebrewingcom
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131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
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LKNBTLKNBrewersTrailcom
LKNBrewersTrailcom is a single source for what is
going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
Whats On TapWhats Going On
How To Get There
Digi ta l content is avai lable on desktop tablet and phone
Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 29
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINK
704bull892bull44338301-1 Magnolia Estates Drive
Cornelius NC 28031Fri-Sun 1100am-200am Mon-Thurs1100am-1200am
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINKFull Menu to 2am Fri bull Sat bull Sun
SATURDAY MAY 16TH
MONDAY
Half Price Wine bull Bottle or Glass
$3 Well Drinks bull $350 NC Drafts Half Price Wings Every Wednesday 5pm ndash 10pm
$350 Drafts
$6 Vodka Redbull bull $5 Fire Ball
$550 Titorsquos Vodka bull $2 Bud Light BottlesHangover Helper Shooters
$4 Best Bloody Mary Bar On The Lake $2 Mimosas bull $4 Double Mimosas bull $2 Miller Lt Btl
$2 Tacos (All Day amp Night) Coronas Margaritas
TUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
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Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
62 Vintage Lane Maggie Valley North Carolina 28751
(828) 926-6266
ldquoTHE MUSEUM THAT RUNSrdquo
WE ARE NORTH CAROLINArsquoS1 TOYHAULER DEALER
CONCORD NC bull MARION NCtomjohnsoncampingcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 31
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lunch X dinner X full bar X good times
O F F I - 7 7 E X I T 3 3 bull 1 1 7 T R A D E CO U RT (MOORESVILLE)
7 0 4 7 9 9 1 1 1 0 bull wwwjeffreyslkncom
New lookNew chef
LANCASTERSBBQCOM
HUNT E R SV I L L E9230 Beatties Ford Road
MOORE SV I L L E515 Rinehardt Road
Regional Events amp Destinations16 BannerElkcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 17
A Very Deceiving Destination Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
This is going to be such an awesome weekend That was the thought running through
my mind when I turned into Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge I may have been in an exceptional frame of mind from the relaxing drive to historic Plumtree North Carolina Plumtree is between Spruce Pine and Banner Elk No matter where you are departing from the last 30 minutes of your drive will take you through tree covered roads along fast moving mountain rivers amp streams
C leve amp Robin Young were exploring Western North Carolina with their daughter Lindsay and sons Cleveland William and Philip when Cleve stopped to check out the abandoned TB Vance General Store built in 1919 With much love and patience the ongoing restoration project is the operational center for the Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
The name is very deceiving to be more accurate it would have to be ldquoBlind Squirrel Brewery Lodge Bed amp Breakfast Zip Line Camping Tubing Cabin Rental Ciderworks Trout Fishing Farming Retreat Restaurant Disk Golf Event Space amp Banquet Hallrdquo
The hear t of B l ind Squir re l Brewer y amp Lodge is the ldquoLodge Familyrdquo You will not meet a single employee during your visit While the Youngrsquos own the property each person at the resort takes ownership and great pride in the vision of what Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge has the potential to become
I did have an awesome weekend Experiencing chef prepared locally grown farm to fork meals a zip line canopy tour relaxing on the porch outside the tasting room hiking to a waterfall dining along the river finding out how bad I am at disc golf did I mention the tasting room
Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge 4716 South US Hwy 19E Plumtree NC 28664
wwwblindsquirrelbrewerycom Phone 828-765-2739
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The NC High Countryrsquos Dining Destination
Banner Elk is the culinary hot spot of the North Carolina H i g h C o u n t r y W h e t h e r
yoursquore looking for a five-star meal to mark a special occasion a hearty sandwich after a day in the great outdoors or fresh sushi in a casual setting this townrsquos thriving food scene has something to offer
And summer is the perfect time to visit Banner Elk Although itrsquos just over two hours from Charlotte the resort town sits at an altitude of more than 3700 feet providing a respi te f rom the heat of the flatlands
I f y o u w a n t a t a s t e o f t h e mountains donrsquot leave without ordering fresh trout Have it for dinner at long-time favorite Banner Elk Cafe The location also houses The Lodge Espresso Bar and Eatery which has a coffeehouse vibe
After spending an af ternoon hiking or biking on nearby on Beech Mountain or Grandfather Mountain stop into Dunnrsquos Deli to refuel This New York-style deli serves mile-high clubs tuna melts and cheese-s teak sandwiches Wash it all down with a cold draft
Award-winning Cajun cuisine is available in an upscale setting at L ouis iana Purchase Food amp Spirits or check out the Bayou
Smokehouse and Grill for a more casual experience
The Pa in ted Fi sh i s known for pu t t ing a un ique twis t on recognizable dishes The menu varies from pastas ahi tuna and curried scallops to bacon chicken and southern style trout
Banner Elkrsquos premier dining experience belongs to Artisanal This elegant restaurant located i n a r e f u r b i s h e d b a r n w a s recently named one of the Top 100 restaurants in the US by O p e n Ta b l e c o m A r t i s a n a l rsquo s menu rotates regular ly to take a d v a n t a g e o f f a r m t o t a b l e ingredients and the ambience is second to none
And donrsquot skip breakfast while yoursquore in town Dunnrsquos Deli Banner Elk Cafe and SisterLees Cafeacute all serve great day-starters SisterLees is especially known for Belgian waffles stuffed crepes and scratch-made biscuits
For visitor details and a complete list of restaurants go to wwwBannerElkcom or call toll free 844-824-6777
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 19
wwwduckworthscom
Ballantyne7047527284
Charlotte7045275783Mooresville
7047992881Huntersville7042374387
Uptown9809391166
888-VALDESE | WALDENSIANFESTIVALCOM
AUG 12 amp 13 DOWNTOWN VALDESE
too MUCHSyLviA
BOCCERIDES
LIVE MUSICTOURS
ART170 VENDORS
JUGGLERS
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Thermal Valley Hang Gliding an instruction-based hang gliding experience based at Foothills
Regional Airport near Morganton hopes to re-ignite a sport that was widely popular in the 1970s
Owners Craig and Laura Pearson have operated the business since 2011 They use a tandem hang glider towed by a light sport aircraft to give instructional flights that range in height from 1500 feet up to 5000 feet and range in duration from 12-20 minutes Craig Pearson a certified glider pilot and 25-year veteran is strapped in a tandem harness with each student
ldquoWe have ground school for 15 minutes before they fly and while they are flying we teach them how to use the gliderrdquo said Laura Pearson ldquoIf a person just wants to experience it and see the scenery that is totally okay Wersquore still going to give them a lesson but theyrsquore not required to do anything strenuous or hard They are able to ride along and enjoy it
ldquoItrsquos a way that families can share a memorable experience and walk away with a positive feeling for hang gliding The whole process
has become more scientific and safer than those days in the 1970s and thatrsquos what we want people to understandrdquo
ldquoYou have to go to the Outer Banks or to Lookout Mountain in Tennessee to get tow flights like we are offeringrdquo says Laura Pearson ldquoOur situation is ideal because we get a tow and fly the hang gliders in a lot of different weather patterns whereas mountain pilots always have to have a prevail ing wind coming at themrdquo
Customers wishing to become a hang gl ider pi lot are eagerly welcomed at Thermal Valley
ldquoOur whole goal is to re-ignite the passion for hangliding in this areardquo says Craig Pearson ldquoThirty years ago there were probably more than 100 hang glider pilots in these mountains Now therersquos just a handfulrdquo
Soar Like an Eagle with Tandem Hang Gliding in Morganton
Participants must be 18 years old weigh less than 235 pounds and be 6rsquo3rdquo or shorter For details call 828-292-8289 or visit wwwthermalvalleynet
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 21
Summer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson College
Summit Coffeersquos second loca-tion The Outpost at Davidson College is greeting summer
and the community with loads of hospitality and a farm to table menu for their special dinners and brunches The Outpost opened in 2013 in a beautifully repurposed fraternity building on campus It houses a pub coffee bar cafe and social spot for students during the school year
While the students are away for a few months a new concept of offering special events and dinners that are open to the public was born It has been a collaborative effort by Courtney Spear the director of food and Brooke Basinger The Outpost manager that has given life to this idea and together they have created all of the creative menu items The ingredients are sourced as locally as possible which means the menu will change based on what is seasonally available each week They personally visit Barbee Farms and Big Oak Farm in Cabar-rus County the Davidson Farmerrsquos
Market and Davidson Collegersquos own 3+ acre farm to select the freshest items each week The college farm which is managed by Theresa Allen uses organic non GMO seeds and no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides
The Outpos t i s the second location for Summit Coffee ownersbrothers Brian and Tim Helfrich both Davidson College graduates and Tom their father The original Summit was opened in 1998 in a 100 year old building located on Main St in Davidson In addition to the weekly dinners and brunches at The Outpost a wine dinner featuring Tuck Beckstoffer wines is scheduled for July 23rd and a beer dinner with Wicked Weed Brewery from Asheville is on August 20th
Teresa Blake
frances dawsonREALTOR BROKER GRI SRES
FREE Lake Norman Relocation Package12th Year of Award Winning Service to Buyers amp Sellers
Recipient Top Charlotte Real Estate Agent
CellText 704-701-7599
Dinner is served on Wednesday evening 5-9 and brunch on Sunday from 9-2
The Outpost is located at 120 Patterson Circle Davidson NC 28035
wwwsummitcoffeecom
Regional Events amp Destinations22
Just over a decade since the Yadkin Valley was designated an American Viticultural Area the
appellation continues to emerge as a premier wine region for the East Coast
Nowhere is that more evident than Surry County Located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley Surry and its affiliated wineries account for nearly half of Valleyrsquos more than 40 wineries
One of Surry Countyrsquos newest wineries is Adagio Vineyards Adagio chose its location in Elkin co-owner Tim Wahl says because itrsquos in the ldquoheart of North Carolina wine country with excellent growing conditions especially the foothills where we grow the grapesrdquo
Such comments are music to the ears of Charlie and Ed Shelton two brothers who came home to Surry County from Charlotte about 17 years ago with a vision to plant grape vines to grow the arearsquos economy
The Sheltons opened Shelton Vineyards in 1999 and spearheaded the push to get a federal AVA designation which was awarded in 2003
One of the things that encouraged the brothers was the geographic location of the Yadkin Valley home to elevations and growing seasons favorable for vineyards
ldquoThe soil conditions here are very idealrdquo says Charlie Shelton ldquoOur soil conditions are almost identical to Burgundy Francerdquo
Louis Jeroslow winemaker at Elkin Creek Vineyards echoes that statement
The Yadkin Valley is very much like Old World Europe Itrsquos l ike stepping into France and Spain and Italy right here in the foothills of North Carolinardquo says Jeroslow ldquoItrsquos actually very ancient topography The Appalachian Mountains are as old as the Himalayas but the soil is very much like Tuscany our latitude is in line with Sicily and our climate is most of all like Bordeaux Our vineyard practices in the region are modeled after Bordeauxrdquo
Winemaking has always been a passion for North Carolina native Jason Wiseman That passion led him
Yadkin Valley Wine Country Emerges In Surry County
photo by Travis Dove
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 23
to the Napa Valley in the early 2000s but the emergence of the Yadkin Valley brought him home to Brushy Mountain Winery in 2006
ldquoWe started to see promise in the wine industry Small boutique wineries opened up and we saw these small guys making fantastic winesrdquo Wiseman explains ldquoAt that point I knew my directionrdquo
The traditional-style grapes that grow well in the Yadkin Valley are Merlot Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Sangiovese Chardonnay Riesling Viognier Sauvignon Blanc and Petit Verdot
For info on winerieswine tourism in Surry County go to wwwYadkinValleyNCcom
Paddle with our REAL ESTATE TEAM
LKNDestination
GIRL
DestinationLakeNorman
Carrie Arnold7048812245
Titan Realty
Education amp Entertainment For LKN Residents amp Visitors
Request a Free Guide to NC Wine Country
YadkinValleyNCcom8009480949
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Ghostface Brewing
North Carolinians have always enjoyed trips to Mooresville either for a lazy day on the
lake to explore the of history of stock car racing or to take a short jaunt back to the 50rsquos down the colloquial Main Street In addition to the usual favorite activities Ghostface Brewing is a fresh destination that is rapidly making its way up the townrsquos lsquomust dorsquo bucket list Itrsquos a new business amidst the charming antique side of the city but it pays homage to itrsquos history by proudly sporting old bricks and beams collected from the original on-site structure In fact if you pay the brewery a visit and inevitably enjoy yourself you can buy one of the bricks and have your name permanently affixed to walls of this unique establishment Of course the part industrial part medieval style of this watering hole is not itrsquos number one claim to excite the masses- people are rushing to Ghostface for the beer
With over 20 brews on tap there is something to entice every beer lover from every part of the state The brew masters are at the hop-helm every single day working on new and diverse drafts to insure
that the beer menu never gets stale The breweryrsquos flagship beers like the cleverly named Reapercussions IPA and the Caliginous Bourbon Barrel Stout are impressive enough to stand alone on the taps but they also have a great selection of guest drafts to add variety Ciders mead wine and gluten-reduced beers are also constantly offered to delight all of the gluten-sensitive Lake Norman destination seekers
The except ional aspects o f Ghostface Brewing seem to pile on endlesslyhellip (Did I mention that they always have two nitro drafts on tap) It is absolutely worth an outing to Mooresville to enjoy a Cuddyrsquos Irish Red over a game of cornhole Lastly if you make it to Ghostface and decide that you donrsquot want to leave Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie
Kara Werts
Request a Free Guide to NC Wine Country
YadkinValleyNCcom8009480949
Ghostface Brewing 427 East Statesville Ave Suite 100 Mooresville NC 28115 wwwghostfacebrewingcom
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131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 27
CANVAS PRINTS FROM YOUR PHOTOS
PHOTODUDEARTCOM 7047062365
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WWWNEWSARUMBREWINGCOM
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LKNBTLKNBrewersTrailcom
LKNBrewersTrailcom is a single source for what is
going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
Whats On TapWhats Going On
How To Get There
Digi ta l content is avai lable on desktop tablet and phone
Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 29
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINK
704bull892bull44338301-1 Magnolia Estates Drive
Cornelius NC 28031Fri-Sun 1100am-200am Mon-Thurs1100am-1200am
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINKFull Menu to 2am Fri bull Sat bull Sun
SATURDAY MAY 16TH
MONDAY
Half Price Wine bull Bottle or Glass
$3 Well Drinks bull $350 NC Drafts Half Price Wings Every Wednesday 5pm ndash 10pm
$350 Drafts
$6 Vodka Redbull bull $5 Fire Ball
$550 Titorsquos Vodka bull $2 Bud Light BottlesHangover Helper Shooters
$4 Best Bloody Mary Bar On The Lake $2 Mimosas bull $4 Double Mimosas bull $2 Miller Lt Btl
$2 Tacos (All Day amp Night) Coronas Margaritas
TUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
Continued From Page 15
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Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
62 Vintage Lane Maggie Valley North Carolina 28751
(828) 926-6266
ldquoTHE MUSEUM THAT RUNSrdquo
WE ARE NORTH CAROLINArsquoS1 TOYHAULER DEALER
CONCORD NC bull MARION NCtomjohnsoncampingcom
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lunch X dinner X full bar X good times
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7 0 4 7 9 9 1 1 1 0 bull wwwjeffreyslkncom
New lookNew chef
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A Very Deceiving Destination Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
This is going to be such an awesome weekend That was the thought running through
my mind when I turned into Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge I may have been in an exceptional frame of mind from the relaxing drive to historic Plumtree North Carolina Plumtree is between Spruce Pine and Banner Elk No matter where you are departing from the last 30 minutes of your drive will take you through tree covered roads along fast moving mountain rivers amp streams
C leve amp Robin Young were exploring Western North Carolina with their daughter Lindsay and sons Cleveland William and Philip when Cleve stopped to check out the abandoned TB Vance General Store built in 1919 With much love and patience the ongoing restoration project is the operational center for the Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge
The name is very deceiving to be more accurate it would have to be ldquoBlind Squirrel Brewery Lodge Bed amp Breakfast Zip Line Camping Tubing Cabin Rental Ciderworks Trout Fishing Farming Retreat Restaurant Disk Golf Event Space amp Banquet Hallrdquo
The hear t of B l ind Squir re l Brewer y amp Lodge is the ldquoLodge Familyrdquo You will not meet a single employee during your visit While the Youngrsquos own the property each person at the resort takes ownership and great pride in the vision of what Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge has the potential to become
I did have an awesome weekend Experiencing chef prepared locally grown farm to fork meals a zip line canopy tour relaxing on the porch outside the tasting room hiking to a waterfall dining along the river finding out how bad I am at disc golf did I mention the tasting room
Blind Squirrel Brewery amp Lodge 4716 South US Hwy 19E Plumtree NC 28664
wwwblindsquirrelbrewerycom Phone 828-765-2739
Regional Events amp Destinations18
The NC High Countryrsquos Dining Destination
Banner Elk is the culinary hot spot of the North Carolina H i g h C o u n t r y W h e t h e r
yoursquore looking for a five-star meal to mark a special occasion a hearty sandwich after a day in the great outdoors or fresh sushi in a casual setting this townrsquos thriving food scene has something to offer
And summer is the perfect time to visit Banner Elk Although itrsquos just over two hours from Charlotte the resort town sits at an altitude of more than 3700 feet providing a respi te f rom the heat of the flatlands
I f y o u w a n t a t a s t e o f t h e mountains donrsquot leave without ordering fresh trout Have it for dinner at long-time favorite Banner Elk Cafe The location also houses The Lodge Espresso Bar and Eatery which has a coffeehouse vibe
After spending an af ternoon hiking or biking on nearby on Beech Mountain or Grandfather Mountain stop into Dunnrsquos Deli to refuel This New York-style deli serves mile-high clubs tuna melts and cheese-s teak sandwiches Wash it all down with a cold draft
Award-winning Cajun cuisine is available in an upscale setting at L ouis iana Purchase Food amp Spirits or check out the Bayou
Smokehouse and Grill for a more casual experience
The Pa in ted Fi sh i s known for pu t t ing a un ique twis t on recognizable dishes The menu varies from pastas ahi tuna and curried scallops to bacon chicken and southern style trout
Banner Elkrsquos premier dining experience belongs to Artisanal This elegant restaurant located i n a r e f u r b i s h e d b a r n w a s recently named one of the Top 100 restaurants in the US by O p e n Ta b l e c o m A r t i s a n a l rsquo s menu rotates regular ly to take a d v a n t a g e o f f a r m t o t a b l e ingredients and the ambience is second to none
And donrsquot skip breakfast while yoursquore in town Dunnrsquos Deli Banner Elk Cafe and SisterLees Cafeacute all serve great day-starters SisterLees is especially known for Belgian waffles stuffed crepes and scratch-made biscuits
For visitor details and a complete list of restaurants go to wwwBannerElkcom or call toll free 844-824-6777
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 19
wwwduckworthscom
Ballantyne7047527284
Charlotte7045275783Mooresville
7047992881Huntersville7042374387
Uptown9809391166
888-VALDESE | WALDENSIANFESTIVALCOM
AUG 12 amp 13 DOWNTOWN VALDESE
too MUCHSyLviA
BOCCERIDES
LIVE MUSICTOURS
ART170 VENDORS
JUGGLERS
Regional Events amp Destinations20
Thermal Valley Hang Gliding an instruction-based hang gliding experience based at Foothills
Regional Airport near Morganton hopes to re-ignite a sport that was widely popular in the 1970s
Owners Craig and Laura Pearson have operated the business since 2011 They use a tandem hang glider towed by a light sport aircraft to give instructional flights that range in height from 1500 feet up to 5000 feet and range in duration from 12-20 minutes Craig Pearson a certified glider pilot and 25-year veteran is strapped in a tandem harness with each student
ldquoWe have ground school for 15 minutes before they fly and while they are flying we teach them how to use the gliderrdquo said Laura Pearson ldquoIf a person just wants to experience it and see the scenery that is totally okay Wersquore still going to give them a lesson but theyrsquore not required to do anything strenuous or hard They are able to ride along and enjoy it
ldquoItrsquos a way that families can share a memorable experience and walk away with a positive feeling for hang gliding The whole process
has become more scientific and safer than those days in the 1970s and thatrsquos what we want people to understandrdquo
ldquoYou have to go to the Outer Banks or to Lookout Mountain in Tennessee to get tow flights like we are offeringrdquo says Laura Pearson ldquoOur situation is ideal because we get a tow and fly the hang gliders in a lot of different weather patterns whereas mountain pilots always have to have a prevail ing wind coming at themrdquo
Customers wishing to become a hang gl ider pi lot are eagerly welcomed at Thermal Valley
ldquoOur whole goal is to re-ignite the passion for hangliding in this areardquo says Craig Pearson ldquoThirty years ago there were probably more than 100 hang glider pilots in these mountains Now therersquos just a handfulrdquo
Soar Like an Eagle with Tandem Hang Gliding in Morganton
Participants must be 18 years old weigh less than 235 pounds and be 6rsquo3rdquo or shorter For details call 828-292-8289 or visit wwwthermalvalleynet
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 21
Summer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson College
Summit Coffeersquos second loca-tion The Outpost at Davidson College is greeting summer
and the community with loads of hospitality and a farm to table menu for their special dinners and brunches The Outpost opened in 2013 in a beautifully repurposed fraternity building on campus It houses a pub coffee bar cafe and social spot for students during the school year
While the students are away for a few months a new concept of offering special events and dinners that are open to the public was born It has been a collaborative effort by Courtney Spear the director of food and Brooke Basinger The Outpost manager that has given life to this idea and together they have created all of the creative menu items The ingredients are sourced as locally as possible which means the menu will change based on what is seasonally available each week They personally visit Barbee Farms and Big Oak Farm in Cabar-rus County the Davidson Farmerrsquos
Market and Davidson Collegersquos own 3+ acre farm to select the freshest items each week The college farm which is managed by Theresa Allen uses organic non GMO seeds and no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides
The Outpos t i s the second location for Summit Coffee ownersbrothers Brian and Tim Helfrich both Davidson College graduates and Tom their father The original Summit was opened in 1998 in a 100 year old building located on Main St in Davidson In addition to the weekly dinners and brunches at The Outpost a wine dinner featuring Tuck Beckstoffer wines is scheduled for July 23rd and a beer dinner with Wicked Weed Brewery from Asheville is on August 20th
Teresa Blake
frances dawsonREALTOR BROKER GRI SRES
FREE Lake Norman Relocation Package12th Year of Award Winning Service to Buyers amp Sellers
Recipient Top Charlotte Real Estate Agent
CellText 704-701-7599
Dinner is served on Wednesday evening 5-9 and brunch on Sunday from 9-2
The Outpost is located at 120 Patterson Circle Davidson NC 28035
wwwsummitcoffeecom
Regional Events amp Destinations22
Just over a decade since the Yadkin Valley was designated an American Viticultural Area the
appellation continues to emerge as a premier wine region for the East Coast
Nowhere is that more evident than Surry County Located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley Surry and its affiliated wineries account for nearly half of Valleyrsquos more than 40 wineries
One of Surry Countyrsquos newest wineries is Adagio Vineyards Adagio chose its location in Elkin co-owner Tim Wahl says because itrsquos in the ldquoheart of North Carolina wine country with excellent growing conditions especially the foothills where we grow the grapesrdquo
Such comments are music to the ears of Charlie and Ed Shelton two brothers who came home to Surry County from Charlotte about 17 years ago with a vision to plant grape vines to grow the arearsquos economy
The Sheltons opened Shelton Vineyards in 1999 and spearheaded the push to get a federal AVA designation which was awarded in 2003
One of the things that encouraged the brothers was the geographic location of the Yadkin Valley home to elevations and growing seasons favorable for vineyards
ldquoThe soil conditions here are very idealrdquo says Charlie Shelton ldquoOur soil conditions are almost identical to Burgundy Francerdquo
Louis Jeroslow winemaker at Elkin Creek Vineyards echoes that statement
The Yadkin Valley is very much like Old World Europe Itrsquos l ike stepping into France and Spain and Italy right here in the foothills of North Carolinardquo says Jeroslow ldquoItrsquos actually very ancient topography The Appalachian Mountains are as old as the Himalayas but the soil is very much like Tuscany our latitude is in line with Sicily and our climate is most of all like Bordeaux Our vineyard practices in the region are modeled after Bordeauxrdquo
Winemaking has always been a passion for North Carolina native Jason Wiseman That passion led him
Yadkin Valley Wine Country Emerges In Surry County
photo by Travis Dove
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 23
to the Napa Valley in the early 2000s but the emergence of the Yadkin Valley brought him home to Brushy Mountain Winery in 2006
ldquoWe started to see promise in the wine industry Small boutique wineries opened up and we saw these small guys making fantastic winesrdquo Wiseman explains ldquoAt that point I knew my directionrdquo
The traditional-style grapes that grow well in the Yadkin Valley are Merlot Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Sangiovese Chardonnay Riesling Viognier Sauvignon Blanc and Petit Verdot
For info on winerieswine tourism in Surry County go to wwwYadkinValleyNCcom
Paddle with our REAL ESTATE TEAM
LKNDestination
GIRL
DestinationLakeNorman
Carrie Arnold7048812245
Titan Realty
Education amp Entertainment For LKN Residents amp Visitors
Request a Free Guide to NC Wine Country
YadkinValleyNCcom8009480949
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 25
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Ghostface Brewing
North Carolinians have always enjoyed trips to Mooresville either for a lazy day on the
lake to explore the of history of stock car racing or to take a short jaunt back to the 50rsquos down the colloquial Main Street In addition to the usual favorite activities Ghostface Brewing is a fresh destination that is rapidly making its way up the townrsquos lsquomust dorsquo bucket list Itrsquos a new business amidst the charming antique side of the city but it pays homage to itrsquos history by proudly sporting old bricks and beams collected from the original on-site structure In fact if you pay the brewery a visit and inevitably enjoy yourself you can buy one of the bricks and have your name permanently affixed to walls of this unique establishment Of course the part industrial part medieval style of this watering hole is not itrsquos number one claim to excite the masses- people are rushing to Ghostface for the beer
With over 20 brews on tap there is something to entice every beer lover from every part of the state The brew masters are at the hop-helm every single day working on new and diverse drafts to insure
that the beer menu never gets stale The breweryrsquos flagship beers like the cleverly named Reapercussions IPA and the Caliginous Bourbon Barrel Stout are impressive enough to stand alone on the taps but they also have a great selection of guest drafts to add variety Ciders mead wine and gluten-reduced beers are also constantly offered to delight all of the gluten-sensitive Lake Norman destination seekers
The except ional aspects o f Ghostface Brewing seem to pile on endlesslyhellip (Did I mention that they always have two nitro drafts on tap) It is absolutely worth an outing to Mooresville to enjoy a Cuddyrsquos Irish Red over a game of cornhole Lastly if you make it to Ghostface and decide that you donrsquot want to leave Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie
Kara Werts
Request a Free Guide to NC Wine Country
YadkinValleyNCcom8009480949
Ghostface Brewing 427 East Statesville Ave Suite 100 Mooresville NC 28115 wwwghostfacebrewingcom
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131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 27
CANVAS PRINTS FROM YOUR PHOTOS
PHOTODUDEARTCOM 7047062365
PORTRAITWEDDINGFAMILYAERIALEVENT
WWWNEWSARUMBREWINGCOM
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LKNBTLKNBrewersTrailcom
LKNBrewersTrailcom is a single source for what is
going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
Whats On TapWhats Going On
How To Get There
Digi ta l content is avai lable on desktop tablet and phone
Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 29
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINK
704bull892bull44338301-1 Magnolia Estates Drive
Cornelius NC 28031Fri-Sun 1100am-200am Mon-Thurs1100am-1200am
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINKFull Menu to 2am Fri bull Sat bull Sun
SATURDAY MAY 16TH
MONDAY
Half Price Wine bull Bottle or Glass
$3 Well Drinks bull $350 NC Drafts Half Price Wings Every Wednesday 5pm ndash 10pm
$350 Drafts
$6 Vodka Redbull bull $5 Fire Ball
$550 Titorsquos Vodka bull $2 Bud Light BottlesHangover Helper Shooters
$4 Best Bloody Mary Bar On The Lake $2 Mimosas bull $4 Double Mimosas bull $2 Miller Lt Btl
$2 Tacos (All Day amp Night) Coronas Margaritas
TUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
Continued From Page 15
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Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
62 Vintage Lane Maggie Valley North Carolina 28751
(828) 926-6266
ldquoTHE MUSEUM THAT RUNSrdquo
WE ARE NORTH CAROLINArsquoS1 TOYHAULER DEALER
CONCORD NC bull MARION NCtomjohnsoncampingcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 31
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lunch X dinner X full bar X good times
O F F I - 7 7 E X I T 3 3 bull 1 1 7 T R A D E CO U RT (MOORESVILLE)
7 0 4 7 9 9 1 1 1 0 bull wwwjeffreyslkncom
New lookNew chef
LANCASTERSBBQCOM
HUNT E R SV I L L E9230 Beatties Ford Road
MOORE SV I L L E515 Rinehardt Road
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The NC High Countryrsquos Dining Destination
Banner Elk is the culinary hot spot of the North Carolina H i g h C o u n t r y W h e t h e r
yoursquore looking for a five-star meal to mark a special occasion a hearty sandwich after a day in the great outdoors or fresh sushi in a casual setting this townrsquos thriving food scene has something to offer
And summer is the perfect time to visit Banner Elk Although itrsquos just over two hours from Charlotte the resort town sits at an altitude of more than 3700 feet providing a respi te f rom the heat of the flatlands
I f y o u w a n t a t a s t e o f t h e mountains donrsquot leave without ordering fresh trout Have it for dinner at long-time favorite Banner Elk Cafe The location also houses The Lodge Espresso Bar and Eatery which has a coffeehouse vibe
After spending an af ternoon hiking or biking on nearby on Beech Mountain or Grandfather Mountain stop into Dunnrsquos Deli to refuel This New York-style deli serves mile-high clubs tuna melts and cheese-s teak sandwiches Wash it all down with a cold draft
Award-winning Cajun cuisine is available in an upscale setting at L ouis iana Purchase Food amp Spirits or check out the Bayou
Smokehouse and Grill for a more casual experience
The Pa in ted Fi sh i s known for pu t t ing a un ique twis t on recognizable dishes The menu varies from pastas ahi tuna and curried scallops to bacon chicken and southern style trout
Banner Elkrsquos premier dining experience belongs to Artisanal This elegant restaurant located i n a r e f u r b i s h e d b a r n w a s recently named one of the Top 100 restaurants in the US by O p e n Ta b l e c o m A r t i s a n a l rsquo s menu rotates regular ly to take a d v a n t a g e o f f a r m t o t a b l e ingredients and the ambience is second to none
And donrsquot skip breakfast while yoursquore in town Dunnrsquos Deli Banner Elk Cafe and SisterLees Cafeacute all serve great day-starters SisterLees is especially known for Belgian waffles stuffed crepes and scratch-made biscuits
For visitor details and a complete list of restaurants go to wwwBannerElkcom or call toll free 844-824-6777
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 19
wwwduckworthscom
Ballantyne7047527284
Charlotte7045275783Mooresville
7047992881Huntersville7042374387
Uptown9809391166
888-VALDESE | WALDENSIANFESTIVALCOM
AUG 12 amp 13 DOWNTOWN VALDESE
too MUCHSyLviA
BOCCERIDES
LIVE MUSICTOURS
ART170 VENDORS
JUGGLERS
Regional Events amp Destinations20
Thermal Valley Hang Gliding an instruction-based hang gliding experience based at Foothills
Regional Airport near Morganton hopes to re-ignite a sport that was widely popular in the 1970s
Owners Craig and Laura Pearson have operated the business since 2011 They use a tandem hang glider towed by a light sport aircraft to give instructional flights that range in height from 1500 feet up to 5000 feet and range in duration from 12-20 minutes Craig Pearson a certified glider pilot and 25-year veteran is strapped in a tandem harness with each student
ldquoWe have ground school for 15 minutes before they fly and while they are flying we teach them how to use the gliderrdquo said Laura Pearson ldquoIf a person just wants to experience it and see the scenery that is totally okay Wersquore still going to give them a lesson but theyrsquore not required to do anything strenuous or hard They are able to ride along and enjoy it
ldquoItrsquos a way that families can share a memorable experience and walk away with a positive feeling for hang gliding The whole process
has become more scientific and safer than those days in the 1970s and thatrsquos what we want people to understandrdquo
ldquoYou have to go to the Outer Banks or to Lookout Mountain in Tennessee to get tow flights like we are offeringrdquo says Laura Pearson ldquoOur situation is ideal because we get a tow and fly the hang gliders in a lot of different weather patterns whereas mountain pilots always have to have a prevail ing wind coming at themrdquo
Customers wishing to become a hang gl ider pi lot are eagerly welcomed at Thermal Valley
ldquoOur whole goal is to re-ignite the passion for hangliding in this areardquo says Craig Pearson ldquoThirty years ago there were probably more than 100 hang glider pilots in these mountains Now therersquos just a handfulrdquo
Soar Like an Eagle with Tandem Hang Gliding in Morganton
Participants must be 18 years old weigh less than 235 pounds and be 6rsquo3rdquo or shorter For details call 828-292-8289 or visit wwwthermalvalleynet
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 21
Summer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson College
Summit Coffeersquos second loca-tion The Outpost at Davidson College is greeting summer
and the community with loads of hospitality and a farm to table menu for their special dinners and brunches The Outpost opened in 2013 in a beautifully repurposed fraternity building on campus It houses a pub coffee bar cafe and social spot for students during the school year
While the students are away for a few months a new concept of offering special events and dinners that are open to the public was born It has been a collaborative effort by Courtney Spear the director of food and Brooke Basinger The Outpost manager that has given life to this idea and together they have created all of the creative menu items The ingredients are sourced as locally as possible which means the menu will change based on what is seasonally available each week They personally visit Barbee Farms and Big Oak Farm in Cabar-rus County the Davidson Farmerrsquos
Market and Davidson Collegersquos own 3+ acre farm to select the freshest items each week The college farm which is managed by Theresa Allen uses organic non GMO seeds and no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides
The Outpos t i s the second location for Summit Coffee ownersbrothers Brian and Tim Helfrich both Davidson College graduates and Tom their father The original Summit was opened in 1998 in a 100 year old building located on Main St in Davidson In addition to the weekly dinners and brunches at The Outpost a wine dinner featuring Tuck Beckstoffer wines is scheduled for July 23rd and a beer dinner with Wicked Weed Brewery from Asheville is on August 20th
Teresa Blake
frances dawsonREALTOR BROKER GRI SRES
FREE Lake Norman Relocation Package12th Year of Award Winning Service to Buyers amp Sellers
Recipient Top Charlotte Real Estate Agent
CellText 704-701-7599
Dinner is served on Wednesday evening 5-9 and brunch on Sunday from 9-2
The Outpost is located at 120 Patterson Circle Davidson NC 28035
wwwsummitcoffeecom
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Just over a decade since the Yadkin Valley was designated an American Viticultural Area the
appellation continues to emerge as a premier wine region for the East Coast
Nowhere is that more evident than Surry County Located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley Surry and its affiliated wineries account for nearly half of Valleyrsquos more than 40 wineries
One of Surry Countyrsquos newest wineries is Adagio Vineyards Adagio chose its location in Elkin co-owner Tim Wahl says because itrsquos in the ldquoheart of North Carolina wine country with excellent growing conditions especially the foothills where we grow the grapesrdquo
Such comments are music to the ears of Charlie and Ed Shelton two brothers who came home to Surry County from Charlotte about 17 years ago with a vision to plant grape vines to grow the arearsquos economy
The Sheltons opened Shelton Vineyards in 1999 and spearheaded the push to get a federal AVA designation which was awarded in 2003
One of the things that encouraged the brothers was the geographic location of the Yadkin Valley home to elevations and growing seasons favorable for vineyards
ldquoThe soil conditions here are very idealrdquo says Charlie Shelton ldquoOur soil conditions are almost identical to Burgundy Francerdquo
Louis Jeroslow winemaker at Elkin Creek Vineyards echoes that statement
The Yadkin Valley is very much like Old World Europe Itrsquos l ike stepping into France and Spain and Italy right here in the foothills of North Carolinardquo says Jeroslow ldquoItrsquos actually very ancient topography The Appalachian Mountains are as old as the Himalayas but the soil is very much like Tuscany our latitude is in line with Sicily and our climate is most of all like Bordeaux Our vineyard practices in the region are modeled after Bordeauxrdquo
Winemaking has always been a passion for North Carolina native Jason Wiseman That passion led him
Yadkin Valley Wine Country Emerges In Surry County
photo by Travis Dove
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 23
to the Napa Valley in the early 2000s but the emergence of the Yadkin Valley brought him home to Brushy Mountain Winery in 2006
ldquoWe started to see promise in the wine industry Small boutique wineries opened up and we saw these small guys making fantastic winesrdquo Wiseman explains ldquoAt that point I knew my directionrdquo
The traditional-style grapes that grow well in the Yadkin Valley are Merlot Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Sangiovese Chardonnay Riesling Viognier Sauvignon Blanc and Petit Verdot
For info on winerieswine tourism in Surry County go to wwwYadkinValleyNCcom
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Ghostface Brewing
North Carolinians have always enjoyed trips to Mooresville either for a lazy day on the
lake to explore the of history of stock car racing or to take a short jaunt back to the 50rsquos down the colloquial Main Street In addition to the usual favorite activities Ghostface Brewing is a fresh destination that is rapidly making its way up the townrsquos lsquomust dorsquo bucket list Itrsquos a new business amidst the charming antique side of the city but it pays homage to itrsquos history by proudly sporting old bricks and beams collected from the original on-site structure In fact if you pay the brewery a visit and inevitably enjoy yourself you can buy one of the bricks and have your name permanently affixed to walls of this unique establishment Of course the part industrial part medieval style of this watering hole is not itrsquos number one claim to excite the masses- people are rushing to Ghostface for the beer
With over 20 brews on tap there is something to entice every beer lover from every part of the state The brew masters are at the hop-helm every single day working on new and diverse drafts to insure
that the beer menu never gets stale The breweryrsquos flagship beers like the cleverly named Reapercussions IPA and the Caliginous Bourbon Barrel Stout are impressive enough to stand alone on the taps but they also have a great selection of guest drafts to add variety Ciders mead wine and gluten-reduced beers are also constantly offered to delight all of the gluten-sensitive Lake Norman destination seekers
The except ional aspects o f Ghostface Brewing seem to pile on endlesslyhellip (Did I mention that they always have two nitro drafts on tap) It is absolutely worth an outing to Mooresville to enjoy a Cuddyrsquos Irish Red over a game of cornhole Lastly if you make it to Ghostface and decide that you donrsquot want to leave Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie
Kara Werts
Request a Free Guide to NC Wine Country
YadkinValleyNCcom8009480949
Ghostface Brewing 427 East Statesville Ave Suite 100 Mooresville NC 28115 wwwghostfacebrewingcom
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131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 27
CANVAS PRINTS FROM YOUR PHOTOS
PHOTODUDEARTCOM 7047062365
PORTRAITWEDDINGFAMILYAERIALEVENT
WWWNEWSARUMBREWINGCOM
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Destinations
LKNBTLKNBrewersTrailcom
LKNBrewersTrailcom is a single source for what is
going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
Whats On TapWhats Going On
How To Get There
Digi ta l content is avai lable on desktop tablet and phone
Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 29
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINK
704bull892bull44338301-1 Magnolia Estates Drive
Cornelius NC 28031Fri-Sun 1100am-200am Mon-Thurs1100am-1200am
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINKFull Menu to 2am Fri bull Sat bull Sun
SATURDAY MAY 16TH
MONDAY
Half Price Wine bull Bottle or Glass
$3 Well Drinks bull $350 NC Drafts Half Price Wings Every Wednesday 5pm ndash 10pm
$350 Drafts
$6 Vodka Redbull bull $5 Fire Ball
$550 Titorsquos Vodka bull $2 Bud Light BottlesHangover Helper Shooters
$4 Best Bloody Mary Bar On The Lake $2 Mimosas bull $4 Double Mimosas bull $2 Miller Lt Btl
$2 Tacos (All Day amp Night) Coronas Margaritas
TUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
Continued From Page 15
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Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
62 Vintage Lane Maggie Valley North Carolina 28751
(828) 926-6266
ldquoTHE MUSEUM THAT RUNSrdquo
WE ARE NORTH CAROLINArsquoS1 TOYHAULER DEALER
CONCORD NC bull MARION NCtomjohnsoncampingcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 31
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lunch X dinner X full bar X good times
O F F I - 7 7 E X I T 3 3 bull 1 1 7 T R A D E CO U RT (MOORESVILLE)
7 0 4 7 9 9 1 1 1 0 bull wwwjeffreyslkncom
New lookNew chef
LANCASTERSBBQCOM
HUNT E R SV I L L E9230 Beatties Ford Road
MOORE SV I L L E515 Rinehardt Road
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 19
wwwduckworthscom
Ballantyne7047527284
Charlotte7045275783Mooresville
7047992881Huntersville7042374387
Uptown9809391166
888-VALDESE | WALDENSIANFESTIVALCOM
AUG 12 amp 13 DOWNTOWN VALDESE
too MUCHSyLviA
BOCCERIDES
LIVE MUSICTOURS
ART170 VENDORS
JUGGLERS
Regional Events amp Destinations20
Thermal Valley Hang Gliding an instruction-based hang gliding experience based at Foothills
Regional Airport near Morganton hopes to re-ignite a sport that was widely popular in the 1970s
Owners Craig and Laura Pearson have operated the business since 2011 They use a tandem hang glider towed by a light sport aircraft to give instructional flights that range in height from 1500 feet up to 5000 feet and range in duration from 12-20 minutes Craig Pearson a certified glider pilot and 25-year veteran is strapped in a tandem harness with each student
ldquoWe have ground school for 15 minutes before they fly and while they are flying we teach them how to use the gliderrdquo said Laura Pearson ldquoIf a person just wants to experience it and see the scenery that is totally okay Wersquore still going to give them a lesson but theyrsquore not required to do anything strenuous or hard They are able to ride along and enjoy it
ldquoItrsquos a way that families can share a memorable experience and walk away with a positive feeling for hang gliding The whole process
has become more scientific and safer than those days in the 1970s and thatrsquos what we want people to understandrdquo
ldquoYou have to go to the Outer Banks or to Lookout Mountain in Tennessee to get tow flights like we are offeringrdquo says Laura Pearson ldquoOur situation is ideal because we get a tow and fly the hang gliders in a lot of different weather patterns whereas mountain pilots always have to have a prevail ing wind coming at themrdquo
Customers wishing to become a hang gl ider pi lot are eagerly welcomed at Thermal Valley
ldquoOur whole goal is to re-ignite the passion for hangliding in this areardquo says Craig Pearson ldquoThirty years ago there were probably more than 100 hang glider pilots in these mountains Now therersquos just a handfulrdquo
Soar Like an Eagle with Tandem Hang Gliding in Morganton
Participants must be 18 years old weigh less than 235 pounds and be 6rsquo3rdquo or shorter For details call 828-292-8289 or visit wwwthermalvalleynet
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 21
Summer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson College
Summit Coffeersquos second loca-tion The Outpost at Davidson College is greeting summer
and the community with loads of hospitality and a farm to table menu for their special dinners and brunches The Outpost opened in 2013 in a beautifully repurposed fraternity building on campus It houses a pub coffee bar cafe and social spot for students during the school year
While the students are away for a few months a new concept of offering special events and dinners that are open to the public was born It has been a collaborative effort by Courtney Spear the director of food and Brooke Basinger The Outpost manager that has given life to this idea and together they have created all of the creative menu items The ingredients are sourced as locally as possible which means the menu will change based on what is seasonally available each week They personally visit Barbee Farms and Big Oak Farm in Cabar-rus County the Davidson Farmerrsquos
Market and Davidson Collegersquos own 3+ acre farm to select the freshest items each week The college farm which is managed by Theresa Allen uses organic non GMO seeds and no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides
The Outpos t i s the second location for Summit Coffee ownersbrothers Brian and Tim Helfrich both Davidson College graduates and Tom their father The original Summit was opened in 1998 in a 100 year old building located on Main St in Davidson In addition to the weekly dinners and brunches at The Outpost a wine dinner featuring Tuck Beckstoffer wines is scheduled for July 23rd and a beer dinner with Wicked Weed Brewery from Asheville is on August 20th
Teresa Blake
frances dawsonREALTOR BROKER GRI SRES
FREE Lake Norman Relocation Package12th Year of Award Winning Service to Buyers amp Sellers
Recipient Top Charlotte Real Estate Agent
CellText 704-701-7599
Dinner is served on Wednesday evening 5-9 and brunch on Sunday from 9-2
The Outpost is located at 120 Patterson Circle Davidson NC 28035
wwwsummitcoffeecom
Regional Events amp Destinations22
Just over a decade since the Yadkin Valley was designated an American Viticultural Area the
appellation continues to emerge as a premier wine region for the East Coast
Nowhere is that more evident than Surry County Located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley Surry and its affiliated wineries account for nearly half of Valleyrsquos more than 40 wineries
One of Surry Countyrsquos newest wineries is Adagio Vineyards Adagio chose its location in Elkin co-owner Tim Wahl says because itrsquos in the ldquoheart of North Carolina wine country with excellent growing conditions especially the foothills where we grow the grapesrdquo
Such comments are music to the ears of Charlie and Ed Shelton two brothers who came home to Surry County from Charlotte about 17 years ago with a vision to plant grape vines to grow the arearsquos economy
The Sheltons opened Shelton Vineyards in 1999 and spearheaded the push to get a federal AVA designation which was awarded in 2003
One of the things that encouraged the brothers was the geographic location of the Yadkin Valley home to elevations and growing seasons favorable for vineyards
ldquoThe soil conditions here are very idealrdquo says Charlie Shelton ldquoOur soil conditions are almost identical to Burgundy Francerdquo
Louis Jeroslow winemaker at Elkin Creek Vineyards echoes that statement
The Yadkin Valley is very much like Old World Europe Itrsquos l ike stepping into France and Spain and Italy right here in the foothills of North Carolinardquo says Jeroslow ldquoItrsquos actually very ancient topography The Appalachian Mountains are as old as the Himalayas but the soil is very much like Tuscany our latitude is in line with Sicily and our climate is most of all like Bordeaux Our vineyard practices in the region are modeled after Bordeauxrdquo
Winemaking has always been a passion for North Carolina native Jason Wiseman That passion led him
Yadkin Valley Wine Country Emerges In Surry County
photo by Travis Dove
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 23
to the Napa Valley in the early 2000s but the emergence of the Yadkin Valley brought him home to Brushy Mountain Winery in 2006
ldquoWe started to see promise in the wine industry Small boutique wineries opened up and we saw these small guys making fantastic winesrdquo Wiseman explains ldquoAt that point I knew my directionrdquo
The traditional-style grapes that grow well in the Yadkin Valley are Merlot Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Sangiovese Chardonnay Riesling Viognier Sauvignon Blanc and Petit Verdot
For info on winerieswine tourism in Surry County go to wwwYadkinValleyNCcom
Paddle with our REAL ESTATE TEAM
LKNDestination
GIRL
DestinationLakeNorman
Carrie Arnold7048812245
Titan Realty
Education amp Entertainment For LKN Residents amp Visitors
Request a Free Guide to NC Wine Country
YadkinValleyNCcom8009480949
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 25
Decompression Destinations
Ghostface Brewing
North Carolinians have always enjoyed trips to Mooresville either for a lazy day on the
lake to explore the of history of stock car racing or to take a short jaunt back to the 50rsquos down the colloquial Main Street In addition to the usual favorite activities Ghostface Brewing is a fresh destination that is rapidly making its way up the townrsquos lsquomust dorsquo bucket list Itrsquos a new business amidst the charming antique side of the city but it pays homage to itrsquos history by proudly sporting old bricks and beams collected from the original on-site structure In fact if you pay the brewery a visit and inevitably enjoy yourself you can buy one of the bricks and have your name permanently affixed to walls of this unique establishment Of course the part industrial part medieval style of this watering hole is not itrsquos number one claim to excite the masses- people are rushing to Ghostface for the beer
With over 20 brews on tap there is something to entice every beer lover from every part of the state The brew masters are at the hop-helm every single day working on new and diverse drafts to insure
that the beer menu never gets stale The breweryrsquos flagship beers like the cleverly named Reapercussions IPA and the Caliginous Bourbon Barrel Stout are impressive enough to stand alone on the taps but they also have a great selection of guest drafts to add variety Ciders mead wine and gluten-reduced beers are also constantly offered to delight all of the gluten-sensitive Lake Norman destination seekers
The except ional aspects o f Ghostface Brewing seem to pile on endlesslyhellip (Did I mention that they always have two nitro drafts on tap) It is absolutely worth an outing to Mooresville to enjoy a Cuddyrsquos Irish Red over a game of cornhole Lastly if you make it to Ghostface and decide that you donrsquot want to leave Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie
Kara Werts
Request a Free Guide to NC Wine Country
YadkinValleyNCcom8009480949
Ghostface Brewing 427 East Statesville Ave Suite 100 Mooresville NC 28115 wwwghostfacebrewingcom
Regional Events amp Destinations26
131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 27
CANVAS PRINTS FROM YOUR PHOTOS
PHOTODUDEARTCOM 7047062365
PORTRAITWEDDINGFAMILYAERIALEVENT
WWWNEWSARUMBREWINGCOM
Regional Events amp Destinations28
Destinations
LKNBTLKNBrewersTrailcom
LKNBrewersTrailcom is a single source for what is
going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
Whats On TapWhats Going On
How To Get There
Digi ta l content is avai lable on desktop tablet and phone
Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 29
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINK
704bull892bull44338301-1 Magnolia Estates Drive
Cornelius NC 28031Fri-Sun 1100am-200am Mon-Thurs1100am-1200am
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINKFull Menu to 2am Fri bull Sat bull Sun
SATURDAY MAY 16TH
MONDAY
Half Price Wine bull Bottle or Glass
$3 Well Drinks bull $350 NC Drafts Half Price Wings Every Wednesday 5pm ndash 10pm
$350 Drafts
$6 Vodka Redbull bull $5 Fire Ball
$550 Titorsquos Vodka bull $2 Bud Light BottlesHangover Helper Shooters
$4 Best Bloody Mary Bar On The Lake $2 Mimosas bull $4 Double Mimosas bull $2 Miller Lt Btl
$2 Tacos (All Day amp Night) Coronas Margaritas
TUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
Continued From Page 15
Destinations
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Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
62 Vintage Lane Maggie Valley North Carolina 28751
(828) 926-6266
ldquoTHE MUSEUM THAT RUNSrdquo
WE ARE NORTH CAROLINArsquoS1 TOYHAULER DEALER
CONCORD NC bull MARION NCtomjohnsoncampingcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 31
Regional Events amp Destinations32
lunch X dinner X full bar X good times
O F F I - 7 7 E X I T 3 3 bull 1 1 7 T R A D E CO U RT (MOORESVILLE)
7 0 4 7 9 9 1 1 1 0 bull wwwjeffreyslkncom
New lookNew chef
LANCASTERSBBQCOM
HUNT E R SV I L L E9230 Beatties Ford Road
MOORE SV I L L E515 Rinehardt Road
Regional Events amp Destinations20
Thermal Valley Hang Gliding an instruction-based hang gliding experience based at Foothills
Regional Airport near Morganton hopes to re-ignite a sport that was widely popular in the 1970s
Owners Craig and Laura Pearson have operated the business since 2011 They use a tandem hang glider towed by a light sport aircraft to give instructional flights that range in height from 1500 feet up to 5000 feet and range in duration from 12-20 minutes Craig Pearson a certified glider pilot and 25-year veteran is strapped in a tandem harness with each student
ldquoWe have ground school for 15 minutes before they fly and while they are flying we teach them how to use the gliderrdquo said Laura Pearson ldquoIf a person just wants to experience it and see the scenery that is totally okay Wersquore still going to give them a lesson but theyrsquore not required to do anything strenuous or hard They are able to ride along and enjoy it
ldquoItrsquos a way that families can share a memorable experience and walk away with a positive feeling for hang gliding The whole process
has become more scientific and safer than those days in the 1970s and thatrsquos what we want people to understandrdquo
ldquoYou have to go to the Outer Banks or to Lookout Mountain in Tennessee to get tow flights like we are offeringrdquo says Laura Pearson ldquoOur situation is ideal because we get a tow and fly the hang gliders in a lot of different weather patterns whereas mountain pilots always have to have a prevail ing wind coming at themrdquo
Customers wishing to become a hang gl ider pi lot are eagerly welcomed at Thermal Valley
ldquoOur whole goal is to re-ignite the passion for hangliding in this areardquo says Craig Pearson ldquoThirty years ago there were probably more than 100 hang glider pilots in these mountains Now therersquos just a handfulrdquo
Soar Like an Eagle with Tandem Hang Gliding in Morganton
Participants must be 18 years old weigh less than 235 pounds and be 6rsquo3rdquo or shorter For details call 828-292-8289 or visit wwwthermalvalleynet
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 21
Summer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson College
Summit Coffeersquos second loca-tion The Outpost at Davidson College is greeting summer
and the community with loads of hospitality and a farm to table menu for their special dinners and brunches The Outpost opened in 2013 in a beautifully repurposed fraternity building on campus It houses a pub coffee bar cafe and social spot for students during the school year
While the students are away for a few months a new concept of offering special events and dinners that are open to the public was born It has been a collaborative effort by Courtney Spear the director of food and Brooke Basinger The Outpost manager that has given life to this idea and together they have created all of the creative menu items The ingredients are sourced as locally as possible which means the menu will change based on what is seasonally available each week They personally visit Barbee Farms and Big Oak Farm in Cabar-rus County the Davidson Farmerrsquos
Market and Davidson Collegersquos own 3+ acre farm to select the freshest items each week The college farm which is managed by Theresa Allen uses organic non GMO seeds and no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides
The Outpos t i s the second location for Summit Coffee ownersbrothers Brian and Tim Helfrich both Davidson College graduates and Tom their father The original Summit was opened in 1998 in a 100 year old building located on Main St in Davidson In addition to the weekly dinners and brunches at The Outpost a wine dinner featuring Tuck Beckstoffer wines is scheduled for July 23rd and a beer dinner with Wicked Weed Brewery from Asheville is on August 20th
Teresa Blake
frances dawsonREALTOR BROKER GRI SRES
FREE Lake Norman Relocation Package12th Year of Award Winning Service to Buyers amp Sellers
Recipient Top Charlotte Real Estate Agent
CellText 704-701-7599
Dinner is served on Wednesday evening 5-9 and brunch on Sunday from 9-2
The Outpost is located at 120 Patterson Circle Davidson NC 28035
wwwsummitcoffeecom
Regional Events amp Destinations22
Just over a decade since the Yadkin Valley was designated an American Viticultural Area the
appellation continues to emerge as a premier wine region for the East Coast
Nowhere is that more evident than Surry County Located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley Surry and its affiliated wineries account for nearly half of Valleyrsquos more than 40 wineries
One of Surry Countyrsquos newest wineries is Adagio Vineyards Adagio chose its location in Elkin co-owner Tim Wahl says because itrsquos in the ldquoheart of North Carolina wine country with excellent growing conditions especially the foothills where we grow the grapesrdquo
Such comments are music to the ears of Charlie and Ed Shelton two brothers who came home to Surry County from Charlotte about 17 years ago with a vision to plant grape vines to grow the arearsquos economy
The Sheltons opened Shelton Vineyards in 1999 and spearheaded the push to get a federal AVA designation which was awarded in 2003
One of the things that encouraged the brothers was the geographic location of the Yadkin Valley home to elevations and growing seasons favorable for vineyards
ldquoThe soil conditions here are very idealrdquo says Charlie Shelton ldquoOur soil conditions are almost identical to Burgundy Francerdquo
Louis Jeroslow winemaker at Elkin Creek Vineyards echoes that statement
The Yadkin Valley is very much like Old World Europe Itrsquos l ike stepping into France and Spain and Italy right here in the foothills of North Carolinardquo says Jeroslow ldquoItrsquos actually very ancient topography The Appalachian Mountains are as old as the Himalayas but the soil is very much like Tuscany our latitude is in line with Sicily and our climate is most of all like Bordeaux Our vineyard practices in the region are modeled after Bordeauxrdquo
Winemaking has always been a passion for North Carolina native Jason Wiseman That passion led him
Yadkin Valley Wine Country Emerges In Surry County
photo by Travis Dove
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 23
to the Napa Valley in the early 2000s but the emergence of the Yadkin Valley brought him home to Brushy Mountain Winery in 2006
ldquoWe started to see promise in the wine industry Small boutique wineries opened up and we saw these small guys making fantastic winesrdquo Wiseman explains ldquoAt that point I knew my directionrdquo
The traditional-style grapes that grow well in the Yadkin Valley are Merlot Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Sangiovese Chardonnay Riesling Viognier Sauvignon Blanc and Petit Verdot
For info on winerieswine tourism in Surry County go to wwwYadkinValleyNCcom
Paddle with our REAL ESTATE TEAM
LKNDestination
GIRL
DestinationLakeNorman
Carrie Arnold7048812245
Titan Realty
Education amp Entertainment For LKN Residents amp Visitors
Request a Free Guide to NC Wine Country
YadkinValleyNCcom8009480949
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 25
Decompression Destinations
Ghostface Brewing
North Carolinians have always enjoyed trips to Mooresville either for a lazy day on the
lake to explore the of history of stock car racing or to take a short jaunt back to the 50rsquos down the colloquial Main Street In addition to the usual favorite activities Ghostface Brewing is a fresh destination that is rapidly making its way up the townrsquos lsquomust dorsquo bucket list Itrsquos a new business amidst the charming antique side of the city but it pays homage to itrsquos history by proudly sporting old bricks and beams collected from the original on-site structure In fact if you pay the brewery a visit and inevitably enjoy yourself you can buy one of the bricks and have your name permanently affixed to walls of this unique establishment Of course the part industrial part medieval style of this watering hole is not itrsquos number one claim to excite the masses- people are rushing to Ghostface for the beer
With over 20 brews on tap there is something to entice every beer lover from every part of the state The brew masters are at the hop-helm every single day working on new and diverse drafts to insure
that the beer menu never gets stale The breweryrsquos flagship beers like the cleverly named Reapercussions IPA and the Caliginous Bourbon Barrel Stout are impressive enough to stand alone on the taps but they also have a great selection of guest drafts to add variety Ciders mead wine and gluten-reduced beers are also constantly offered to delight all of the gluten-sensitive Lake Norman destination seekers
The except ional aspects o f Ghostface Brewing seem to pile on endlesslyhellip (Did I mention that they always have two nitro drafts on tap) It is absolutely worth an outing to Mooresville to enjoy a Cuddyrsquos Irish Red over a game of cornhole Lastly if you make it to Ghostface and decide that you donrsquot want to leave Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie
Kara Werts
Request a Free Guide to NC Wine Country
YadkinValleyNCcom8009480949
Ghostface Brewing 427 East Statesville Ave Suite 100 Mooresville NC 28115 wwwghostfacebrewingcom
Regional Events amp Destinations26
131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 27
CANVAS PRINTS FROM YOUR PHOTOS
PHOTODUDEARTCOM 7047062365
PORTRAITWEDDINGFAMILYAERIALEVENT
WWWNEWSARUMBREWINGCOM
Regional Events amp Destinations28
Destinations
LKNBTLKNBrewersTrailcom
LKNBrewersTrailcom is a single source for what is
going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
Whats On TapWhats Going On
How To Get There
Digi ta l content is avai lable on desktop tablet and phone
Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 29
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINK
704bull892bull44338301-1 Magnolia Estates Drive
Cornelius NC 28031Fri-Sun 1100am-200am Mon-Thurs1100am-1200am
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINKFull Menu to 2am Fri bull Sat bull Sun
SATURDAY MAY 16TH
MONDAY
Half Price Wine bull Bottle or Glass
$3 Well Drinks bull $350 NC Drafts Half Price Wings Every Wednesday 5pm ndash 10pm
$350 Drafts
$6 Vodka Redbull bull $5 Fire Ball
$550 Titorsquos Vodka bull $2 Bud Light BottlesHangover Helper Shooters
$4 Best Bloody Mary Bar On The Lake $2 Mimosas bull $4 Double Mimosas bull $2 Miller Lt Btl
$2 Tacos (All Day amp Night) Coronas Margaritas
TUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
Continued From Page 15
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Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
62 Vintage Lane Maggie Valley North Carolina 28751
(828) 926-6266
ldquoTHE MUSEUM THAT RUNSrdquo
WE ARE NORTH CAROLINArsquoS1 TOYHAULER DEALER
CONCORD NC bull MARION NCtomjohnsoncampingcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 31
Regional Events amp Destinations32
lunch X dinner X full bar X good times
O F F I - 7 7 E X I T 3 3 bull 1 1 7 T R A D E CO U RT (MOORESVILLE)
7 0 4 7 9 9 1 1 1 0 bull wwwjeffreyslkncom
New lookNew chef
LANCASTERSBBQCOM
HUNT E R SV I L L E9230 Beatties Ford Road
MOORE SV I L L E515 Rinehardt Road
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 21
Summer Brings Dinner And Brunch To Davidson College
Summit Coffeersquos second loca-tion The Outpost at Davidson College is greeting summer
and the community with loads of hospitality and a farm to table menu for their special dinners and brunches The Outpost opened in 2013 in a beautifully repurposed fraternity building on campus It houses a pub coffee bar cafe and social spot for students during the school year
While the students are away for a few months a new concept of offering special events and dinners that are open to the public was born It has been a collaborative effort by Courtney Spear the director of food and Brooke Basinger The Outpost manager that has given life to this idea and together they have created all of the creative menu items The ingredients are sourced as locally as possible which means the menu will change based on what is seasonally available each week They personally visit Barbee Farms and Big Oak Farm in Cabar-rus County the Davidson Farmerrsquos
Market and Davidson Collegersquos own 3+ acre farm to select the freshest items each week The college farm which is managed by Theresa Allen uses organic non GMO seeds and no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides
The Outpos t i s the second location for Summit Coffee ownersbrothers Brian and Tim Helfrich both Davidson College graduates and Tom their father The original Summit was opened in 1998 in a 100 year old building located on Main St in Davidson In addition to the weekly dinners and brunches at The Outpost a wine dinner featuring Tuck Beckstoffer wines is scheduled for July 23rd and a beer dinner with Wicked Weed Brewery from Asheville is on August 20th
Teresa Blake
frances dawsonREALTOR BROKER GRI SRES
FREE Lake Norman Relocation Package12th Year of Award Winning Service to Buyers amp Sellers
Recipient Top Charlotte Real Estate Agent
CellText 704-701-7599
Dinner is served on Wednesday evening 5-9 and brunch on Sunday from 9-2
The Outpost is located at 120 Patterson Circle Davidson NC 28035
wwwsummitcoffeecom
Regional Events amp Destinations22
Just over a decade since the Yadkin Valley was designated an American Viticultural Area the
appellation continues to emerge as a premier wine region for the East Coast
Nowhere is that more evident than Surry County Located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley Surry and its affiliated wineries account for nearly half of Valleyrsquos more than 40 wineries
One of Surry Countyrsquos newest wineries is Adagio Vineyards Adagio chose its location in Elkin co-owner Tim Wahl says because itrsquos in the ldquoheart of North Carolina wine country with excellent growing conditions especially the foothills where we grow the grapesrdquo
Such comments are music to the ears of Charlie and Ed Shelton two brothers who came home to Surry County from Charlotte about 17 years ago with a vision to plant grape vines to grow the arearsquos economy
The Sheltons opened Shelton Vineyards in 1999 and spearheaded the push to get a federal AVA designation which was awarded in 2003
One of the things that encouraged the brothers was the geographic location of the Yadkin Valley home to elevations and growing seasons favorable for vineyards
ldquoThe soil conditions here are very idealrdquo says Charlie Shelton ldquoOur soil conditions are almost identical to Burgundy Francerdquo
Louis Jeroslow winemaker at Elkin Creek Vineyards echoes that statement
The Yadkin Valley is very much like Old World Europe Itrsquos l ike stepping into France and Spain and Italy right here in the foothills of North Carolinardquo says Jeroslow ldquoItrsquos actually very ancient topography The Appalachian Mountains are as old as the Himalayas but the soil is very much like Tuscany our latitude is in line with Sicily and our climate is most of all like Bordeaux Our vineyard practices in the region are modeled after Bordeauxrdquo
Winemaking has always been a passion for North Carolina native Jason Wiseman That passion led him
Yadkin Valley Wine Country Emerges In Surry County
photo by Travis Dove
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 23
to the Napa Valley in the early 2000s but the emergence of the Yadkin Valley brought him home to Brushy Mountain Winery in 2006
ldquoWe started to see promise in the wine industry Small boutique wineries opened up and we saw these small guys making fantastic winesrdquo Wiseman explains ldquoAt that point I knew my directionrdquo
The traditional-style grapes that grow well in the Yadkin Valley are Merlot Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Sangiovese Chardonnay Riesling Viognier Sauvignon Blanc and Petit Verdot
For info on winerieswine tourism in Surry County go to wwwYadkinValleyNCcom
Paddle with our REAL ESTATE TEAM
LKNDestination
GIRL
DestinationLakeNorman
Carrie Arnold7048812245
Titan Realty
Education amp Entertainment For LKN Residents amp Visitors
Request a Free Guide to NC Wine Country
YadkinValleyNCcom8009480949
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 25
Decompression Destinations
Ghostface Brewing
North Carolinians have always enjoyed trips to Mooresville either for a lazy day on the
lake to explore the of history of stock car racing or to take a short jaunt back to the 50rsquos down the colloquial Main Street In addition to the usual favorite activities Ghostface Brewing is a fresh destination that is rapidly making its way up the townrsquos lsquomust dorsquo bucket list Itrsquos a new business amidst the charming antique side of the city but it pays homage to itrsquos history by proudly sporting old bricks and beams collected from the original on-site structure In fact if you pay the brewery a visit and inevitably enjoy yourself you can buy one of the bricks and have your name permanently affixed to walls of this unique establishment Of course the part industrial part medieval style of this watering hole is not itrsquos number one claim to excite the masses- people are rushing to Ghostface for the beer
With over 20 brews on tap there is something to entice every beer lover from every part of the state The brew masters are at the hop-helm every single day working on new and diverse drafts to insure
that the beer menu never gets stale The breweryrsquos flagship beers like the cleverly named Reapercussions IPA and the Caliginous Bourbon Barrel Stout are impressive enough to stand alone on the taps but they also have a great selection of guest drafts to add variety Ciders mead wine and gluten-reduced beers are also constantly offered to delight all of the gluten-sensitive Lake Norman destination seekers
The except ional aspects o f Ghostface Brewing seem to pile on endlesslyhellip (Did I mention that they always have two nitro drafts on tap) It is absolutely worth an outing to Mooresville to enjoy a Cuddyrsquos Irish Red over a game of cornhole Lastly if you make it to Ghostface and decide that you donrsquot want to leave Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie
Kara Werts
Request a Free Guide to NC Wine Country
YadkinValleyNCcom8009480949
Ghostface Brewing 427 East Statesville Ave Suite 100 Mooresville NC 28115 wwwghostfacebrewingcom
Regional Events amp Destinations26
131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 27
CANVAS PRINTS FROM YOUR PHOTOS
PHOTODUDEARTCOM 7047062365
PORTRAITWEDDINGFAMILYAERIALEVENT
WWWNEWSARUMBREWINGCOM
Regional Events amp Destinations28
Destinations
LKNBTLKNBrewersTrailcom
LKNBrewersTrailcom is a single source for what is
going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
Whats On TapWhats Going On
How To Get There
Digi ta l content is avai lable on desktop tablet and phone
Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 29
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINK
704bull892bull44338301-1 Magnolia Estates Drive
Cornelius NC 28031Fri-Sun 1100am-200am Mon-Thurs1100am-1200am
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINKFull Menu to 2am Fri bull Sat bull Sun
SATURDAY MAY 16TH
MONDAY
Half Price Wine bull Bottle or Glass
$3 Well Drinks bull $350 NC Drafts Half Price Wings Every Wednesday 5pm ndash 10pm
$350 Drafts
$6 Vodka Redbull bull $5 Fire Ball
$550 Titorsquos Vodka bull $2 Bud Light BottlesHangover Helper Shooters
$4 Best Bloody Mary Bar On The Lake $2 Mimosas bull $4 Double Mimosas bull $2 Miller Lt Btl
$2 Tacos (All Day amp Night) Coronas Margaritas
TUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
Continued From Page 15
Destinations
Regional Events amp Destinations30
Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
62 Vintage Lane Maggie Valley North Carolina 28751
(828) 926-6266
ldquoTHE MUSEUM THAT RUNSrdquo
WE ARE NORTH CAROLINArsquoS1 TOYHAULER DEALER
CONCORD NC bull MARION NCtomjohnsoncampingcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 31
Regional Events amp Destinations32
lunch X dinner X full bar X good times
O F F I - 7 7 E X I T 3 3 bull 1 1 7 T R A D E CO U RT (MOORESVILLE)
7 0 4 7 9 9 1 1 1 0 bull wwwjeffreyslkncom
New lookNew chef
LANCASTERSBBQCOM
HUNT E R SV I L L E9230 Beatties Ford Road
MOORE SV I L L E515 Rinehardt Road
Regional Events amp Destinations22
Just over a decade since the Yadkin Valley was designated an American Viticultural Area the
appellation continues to emerge as a premier wine region for the East Coast
Nowhere is that more evident than Surry County Located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley Surry and its affiliated wineries account for nearly half of Valleyrsquos more than 40 wineries
One of Surry Countyrsquos newest wineries is Adagio Vineyards Adagio chose its location in Elkin co-owner Tim Wahl says because itrsquos in the ldquoheart of North Carolina wine country with excellent growing conditions especially the foothills where we grow the grapesrdquo
Such comments are music to the ears of Charlie and Ed Shelton two brothers who came home to Surry County from Charlotte about 17 years ago with a vision to plant grape vines to grow the arearsquos economy
The Sheltons opened Shelton Vineyards in 1999 and spearheaded the push to get a federal AVA designation which was awarded in 2003
One of the things that encouraged the brothers was the geographic location of the Yadkin Valley home to elevations and growing seasons favorable for vineyards
ldquoThe soil conditions here are very idealrdquo says Charlie Shelton ldquoOur soil conditions are almost identical to Burgundy Francerdquo
Louis Jeroslow winemaker at Elkin Creek Vineyards echoes that statement
The Yadkin Valley is very much like Old World Europe Itrsquos l ike stepping into France and Spain and Italy right here in the foothills of North Carolinardquo says Jeroslow ldquoItrsquos actually very ancient topography The Appalachian Mountains are as old as the Himalayas but the soil is very much like Tuscany our latitude is in line with Sicily and our climate is most of all like Bordeaux Our vineyard practices in the region are modeled after Bordeauxrdquo
Winemaking has always been a passion for North Carolina native Jason Wiseman That passion led him
Yadkin Valley Wine Country Emerges In Surry County
photo by Travis Dove
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 23
to the Napa Valley in the early 2000s but the emergence of the Yadkin Valley brought him home to Brushy Mountain Winery in 2006
ldquoWe started to see promise in the wine industry Small boutique wineries opened up and we saw these small guys making fantastic winesrdquo Wiseman explains ldquoAt that point I knew my directionrdquo
The traditional-style grapes that grow well in the Yadkin Valley are Merlot Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Sangiovese Chardonnay Riesling Viognier Sauvignon Blanc and Petit Verdot
For info on winerieswine tourism in Surry County go to wwwYadkinValleyNCcom
Paddle with our REAL ESTATE TEAM
LKNDestination
GIRL
DestinationLakeNorman
Carrie Arnold7048812245
Titan Realty
Education amp Entertainment For LKN Residents amp Visitors
Request a Free Guide to NC Wine Country
YadkinValleyNCcom8009480949
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 25
Decompression Destinations
Ghostface Brewing
North Carolinians have always enjoyed trips to Mooresville either for a lazy day on the
lake to explore the of history of stock car racing or to take a short jaunt back to the 50rsquos down the colloquial Main Street In addition to the usual favorite activities Ghostface Brewing is a fresh destination that is rapidly making its way up the townrsquos lsquomust dorsquo bucket list Itrsquos a new business amidst the charming antique side of the city but it pays homage to itrsquos history by proudly sporting old bricks and beams collected from the original on-site structure In fact if you pay the brewery a visit and inevitably enjoy yourself you can buy one of the bricks and have your name permanently affixed to walls of this unique establishment Of course the part industrial part medieval style of this watering hole is not itrsquos number one claim to excite the masses- people are rushing to Ghostface for the beer
With over 20 brews on tap there is something to entice every beer lover from every part of the state The brew masters are at the hop-helm every single day working on new and diverse drafts to insure
that the beer menu never gets stale The breweryrsquos flagship beers like the cleverly named Reapercussions IPA and the Caliginous Bourbon Barrel Stout are impressive enough to stand alone on the taps but they also have a great selection of guest drafts to add variety Ciders mead wine and gluten-reduced beers are also constantly offered to delight all of the gluten-sensitive Lake Norman destination seekers
The except ional aspects o f Ghostface Brewing seem to pile on endlesslyhellip (Did I mention that they always have two nitro drafts on tap) It is absolutely worth an outing to Mooresville to enjoy a Cuddyrsquos Irish Red over a game of cornhole Lastly if you make it to Ghostface and decide that you donrsquot want to leave Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie
Kara Werts
Request a Free Guide to NC Wine Country
YadkinValleyNCcom8009480949
Ghostface Brewing 427 East Statesville Ave Suite 100 Mooresville NC 28115 wwwghostfacebrewingcom
Regional Events amp Destinations26
131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 27
CANVAS PRINTS FROM YOUR PHOTOS
PHOTODUDEARTCOM 7047062365
PORTRAITWEDDINGFAMILYAERIALEVENT
WWWNEWSARUMBREWINGCOM
Regional Events amp Destinations28
Destinations
LKNBTLKNBrewersTrailcom
LKNBrewersTrailcom is a single source for what is
going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
Whats On TapWhats Going On
How To Get There
Digi ta l content is avai lable on desktop tablet and phone
Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 29
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINK
704bull892bull44338301-1 Magnolia Estates Drive
Cornelius NC 28031Fri-Sun 1100am-200am Mon-Thurs1100am-1200am
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINKFull Menu to 2am Fri bull Sat bull Sun
SATURDAY MAY 16TH
MONDAY
Half Price Wine bull Bottle or Glass
$3 Well Drinks bull $350 NC Drafts Half Price Wings Every Wednesday 5pm ndash 10pm
$350 Drafts
$6 Vodka Redbull bull $5 Fire Ball
$550 Titorsquos Vodka bull $2 Bud Light BottlesHangover Helper Shooters
$4 Best Bloody Mary Bar On The Lake $2 Mimosas bull $4 Double Mimosas bull $2 Miller Lt Btl
$2 Tacos (All Day amp Night) Coronas Margaritas
TUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
Continued From Page 15
Destinations
Regional Events amp Destinations30
Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
62 Vintage Lane Maggie Valley North Carolina 28751
(828) 926-6266
ldquoTHE MUSEUM THAT RUNSrdquo
WE ARE NORTH CAROLINArsquoS1 TOYHAULER DEALER
CONCORD NC bull MARION NCtomjohnsoncampingcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 31
Regional Events amp Destinations32
lunch X dinner X full bar X good times
O F F I - 7 7 E X I T 3 3 bull 1 1 7 T R A D E CO U RT (MOORESVILLE)
7 0 4 7 9 9 1 1 1 0 bull wwwjeffreyslkncom
New lookNew chef
LANCASTERSBBQCOM
HUNT E R SV I L L E9230 Beatties Ford Road
MOORE SV I L L E515 Rinehardt Road
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 23
to the Napa Valley in the early 2000s but the emergence of the Yadkin Valley brought him home to Brushy Mountain Winery in 2006
ldquoWe started to see promise in the wine industry Small boutique wineries opened up and we saw these small guys making fantastic winesrdquo Wiseman explains ldquoAt that point I knew my directionrdquo
The traditional-style grapes that grow well in the Yadkin Valley are Merlot Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Sangiovese Chardonnay Riesling Viognier Sauvignon Blanc and Petit Verdot
For info on winerieswine tourism in Surry County go to wwwYadkinValleyNCcom
Paddle with our REAL ESTATE TEAM
LKNDestination
GIRL
DestinationLakeNorman
Carrie Arnold7048812245
Titan Realty
Education amp Entertainment For LKN Residents amp Visitors
Request a Free Guide to NC Wine Country
YadkinValleyNCcom8009480949
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 25
Decompression Destinations
Ghostface Brewing
North Carolinians have always enjoyed trips to Mooresville either for a lazy day on the
lake to explore the of history of stock car racing or to take a short jaunt back to the 50rsquos down the colloquial Main Street In addition to the usual favorite activities Ghostface Brewing is a fresh destination that is rapidly making its way up the townrsquos lsquomust dorsquo bucket list Itrsquos a new business amidst the charming antique side of the city but it pays homage to itrsquos history by proudly sporting old bricks and beams collected from the original on-site structure In fact if you pay the brewery a visit and inevitably enjoy yourself you can buy one of the bricks and have your name permanently affixed to walls of this unique establishment Of course the part industrial part medieval style of this watering hole is not itrsquos number one claim to excite the masses- people are rushing to Ghostface for the beer
With over 20 brews on tap there is something to entice every beer lover from every part of the state The brew masters are at the hop-helm every single day working on new and diverse drafts to insure
that the beer menu never gets stale The breweryrsquos flagship beers like the cleverly named Reapercussions IPA and the Caliginous Bourbon Barrel Stout are impressive enough to stand alone on the taps but they also have a great selection of guest drafts to add variety Ciders mead wine and gluten-reduced beers are also constantly offered to delight all of the gluten-sensitive Lake Norman destination seekers
The except ional aspects o f Ghostface Brewing seem to pile on endlesslyhellip (Did I mention that they always have two nitro drafts on tap) It is absolutely worth an outing to Mooresville to enjoy a Cuddyrsquos Irish Red over a game of cornhole Lastly if you make it to Ghostface and decide that you donrsquot want to leave Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie
Kara Werts
Request a Free Guide to NC Wine Country
YadkinValleyNCcom8009480949
Ghostface Brewing 427 East Statesville Ave Suite 100 Mooresville NC 28115 wwwghostfacebrewingcom
Regional Events amp Destinations26
131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 27
CANVAS PRINTS FROM YOUR PHOTOS
PHOTODUDEARTCOM 7047062365
PORTRAITWEDDINGFAMILYAERIALEVENT
WWWNEWSARUMBREWINGCOM
Regional Events amp Destinations28
Destinations
LKNBTLKNBrewersTrailcom
LKNBrewersTrailcom is a single source for what is
going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
Whats On TapWhats Going On
How To Get There
Digi ta l content is avai lable on desktop tablet and phone
Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 29
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINK
704bull892bull44338301-1 Magnolia Estates Drive
Cornelius NC 28031Fri-Sun 1100am-200am Mon-Thurs1100am-1200am
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINKFull Menu to 2am Fri bull Sat bull Sun
SATURDAY MAY 16TH
MONDAY
Half Price Wine bull Bottle or Glass
$3 Well Drinks bull $350 NC Drafts Half Price Wings Every Wednesday 5pm ndash 10pm
$350 Drafts
$6 Vodka Redbull bull $5 Fire Ball
$550 Titorsquos Vodka bull $2 Bud Light BottlesHangover Helper Shooters
$4 Best Bloody Mary Bar On The Lake $2 Mimosas bull $4 Double Mimosas bull $2 Miller Lt Btl
$2 Tacos (All Day amp Night) Coronas Margaritas
TUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
Continued From Page 15
Destinations
Regional Events amp Destinations30
Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
62 Vintage Lane Maggie Valley North Carolina 28751
(828) 926-6266
ldquoTHE MUSEUM THAT RUNSrdquo
WE ARE NORTH CAROLINArsquoS1 TOYHAULER DEALER
CONCORD NC bull MARION NCtomjohnsoncampingcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 31
Regional Events amp Destinations32
lunch X dinner X full bar X good times
O F F I - 7 7 E X I T 3 3 bull 1 1 7 T R A D E CO U RT (MOORESVILLE)
7 0 4 7 9 9 1 1 1 0 bull wwwjeffreyslkncom
New lookNew chef
LANCASTERSBBQCOM
HUNT E R SV I L L E9230 Beatties Ford Road
MOORE SV I L L E515 Rinehardt Road
Request a Free Guide to NC Wine Country
YadkinValleyNCcom8009480949
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 25
Decompression Destinations
Ghostface Brewing
North Carolinians have always enjoyed trips to Mooresville either for a lazy day on the
lake to explore the of history of stock car racing or to take a short jaunt back to the 50rsquos down the colloquial Main Street In addition to the usual favorite activities Ghostface Brewing is a fresh destination that is rapidly making its way up the townrsquos lsquomust dorsquo bucket list Itrsquos a new business amidst the charming antique side of the city but it pays homage to itrsquos history by proudly sporting old bricks and beams collected from the original on-site structure In fact if you pay the brewery a visit and inevitably enjoy yourself you can buy one of the bricks and have your name permanently affixed to walls of this unique establishment Of course the part industrial part medieval style of this watering hole is not itrsquos number one claim to excite the masses- people are rushing to Ghostface for the beer
With over 20 brews on tap there is something to entice every beer lover from every part of the state The brew masters are at the hop-helm every single day working on new and diverse drafts to insure
that the beer menu never gets stale The breweryrsquos flagship beers like the cleverly named Reapercussions IPA and the Caliginous Bourbon Barrel Stout are impressive enough to stand alone on the taps but they also have a great selection of guest drafts to add variety Ciders mead wine and gluten-reduced beers are also constantly offered to delight all of the gluten-sensitive Lake Norman destination seekers
The except ional aspects o f Ghostface Brewing seem to pile on endlesslyhellip (Did I mention that they always have two nitro drafts on tap) It is absolutely worth an outing to Mooresville to enjoy a Cuddyrsquos Irish Red over a game of cornhole Lastly if you make it to Ghostface and decide that you donrsquot want to leave Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie
Kara Werts
Request a Free Guide to NC Wine Country
YadkinValleyNCcom8009480949
Ghostface Brewing 427 East Statesville Ave Suite 100 Mooresville NC 28115 wwwghostfacebrewingcom
Regional Events amp Destinations26
131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 27
CANVAS PRINTS FROM YOUR PHOTOS
PHOTODUDEARTCOM 7047062365
PORTRAITWEDDINGFAMILYAERIALEVENT
WWWNEWSARUMBREWINGCOM
Regional Events amp Destinations28
Destinations
LKNBTLKNBrewersTrailcom
LKNBrewersTrailcom is a single source for what is
going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
Whats On TapWhats Going On
How To Get There
Digi ta l content is avai lable on desktop tablet and phone
Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 29
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINK
704bull892bull44338301-1 Magnolia Estates Drive
Cornelius NC 28031Fri-Sun 1100am-200am Mon-Thurs1100am-1200am
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINKFull Menu to 2am Fri bull Sat bull Sun
SATURDAY MAY 16TH
MONDAY
Half Price Wine bull Bottle or Glass
$3 Well Drinks bull $350 NC Drafts Half Price Wings Every Wednesday 5pm ndash 10pm
$350 Drafts
$6 Vodka Redbull bull $5 Fire Ball
$550 Titorsquos Vodka bull $2 Bud Light BottlesHangover Helper Shooters
$4 Best Bloody Mary Bar On The Lake $2 Mimosas bull $4 Double Mimosas bull $2 Miller Lt Btl
$2 Tacos (All Day amp Night) Coronas Margaritas
TUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
Continued From Page 15
Destinations
Regional Events amp Destinations30
Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
62 Vintage Lane Maggie Valley North Carolina 28751
(828) 926-6266
ldquoTHE MUSEUM THAT RUNSrdquo
WE ARE NORTH CAROLINArsquoS1 TOYHAULER DEALER
CONCORD NC bull MARION NCtomjohnsoncampingcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 31
Regional Events amp Destinations32
lunch X dinner X full bar X good times
O F F I - 7 7 E X I T 3 3 bull 1 1 7 T R A D E CO U RT (MOORESVILLE)
7 0 4 7 9 9 1 1 1 0 bull wwwjeffreyslkncom
New lookNew chef
LANCASTERSBBQCOM
HUNT E R SV I L L E9230 Beatties Ford Road
MOORE SV I L L E515 Rinehardt Road
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 25
Decompression Destinations
Ghostface Brewing
North Carolinians have always enjoyed trips to Mooresville either for a lazy day on the
lake to explore the of history of stock car racing or to take a short jaunt back to the 50rsquos down the colloquial Main Street In addition to the usual favorite activities Ghostface Brewing is a fresh destination that is rapidly making its way up the townrsquos lsquomust dorsquo bucket list Itrsquos a new business amidst the charming antique side of the city but it pays homage to itrsquos history by proudly sporting old bricks and beams collected from the original on-site structure In fact if you pay the brewery a visit and inevitably enjoy yourself you can buy one of the bricks and have your name permanently affixed to walls of this unique establishment Of course the part industrial part medieval style of this watering hole is not itrsquos number one claim to excite the masses- people are rushing to Ghostface for the beer
With over 20 brews on tap there is something to entice every beer lover from every part of the state The brew masters are at the hop-helm every single day working on new and diverse drafts to insure
that the beer menu never gets stale The breweryrsquos flagship beers like the cleverly named Reapercussions IPA and the Caliginous Bourbon Barrel Stout are impressive enough to stand alone on the taps but they also have a great selection of guest drafts to add variety Ciders mead wine and gluten-reduced beers are also constantly offered to delight all of the gluten-sensitive Lake Norman destination seekers
The except ional aspects o f Ghostface Brewing seem to pile on endlesslyhellip (Did I mention that they always have two nitro drafts on tap) It is absolutely worth an outing to Mooresville to enjoy a Cuddyrsquos Irish Red over a game of cornhole Lastly if you make it to Ghostface and decide that you donrsquot want to leave Davidson Pizza Company is always serving on site and you can find out for yourself which house-brewed cold draft pairs best with a New York Style Cheese Pie
Kara Werts
Request a Free Guide to NC Wine Country
YadkinValleyNCcom8009480949
Ghostface Brewing 427 East Statesville Ave Suite 100 Mooresville NC 28115 wwwghostfacebrewingcom
Regional Events amp Destinations26
131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 27
CANVAS PRINTS FROM YOUR PHOTOS
PHOTODUDEARTCOM 7047062365
PORTRAITWEDDINGFAMILYAERIALEVENT
WWWNEWSARUMBREWINGCOM
Regional Events amp Destinations28
Destinations
LKNBTLKNBrewersTrailcom
LKNBrewersTrailcom is a single source for what is
going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
Whats On TapWhats Going On
How To Get There
Digi ta l content is avai lable on desktop tablet and phone
Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 29
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINK
704bull892bull44338301-1 Magnolia Estates Drive
Cornelius NC 28031Fri-Sun 1100am-200am Mon-Thurs1100am-1200am
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINKFull Menu to 2am Fri bull Sat bull Sun
SATURDAY MAY 16TH
MONDAY
Half Price Wine bull Bottle or Glass
$3 Well Drinks bull $350 NC Drafts Half Price Wings Every Wednesday 5pm ndash 10pm
$350 Drafts
$6 Vodka Redbull bull $5 Fire Ball
$550 Titorsquos Vodka bull $2 Bud Light BottlesHangover Helper Shooters
$4 Best Bloody Mary Bar On The Lake $2 Mimosas bull $4 Double Mimosas bull $2 Miller Lt Btl
$2 Tacos (All Day amp Night) Coronas Margaritas
TUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
Continued From Page 15
Destinations
Regional Events amp Destinations30
Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
62 Vintage Lane Maggie Valley North Carolina 28751
(828) 926-6266
ldquoTHE MUSEUM THAT RUNSrdquo
WE ARE NORTH CAROLINArsquoS1 TOYHAULER DEALER
CONCORD NC bull MARION NCtomjohnsoncampingcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 31
Regional Events amp Destinations32
lunch X dinner X full bar X good times
O F F I - 7 7 E X I T 3 3 bull 1 1 7 T R A D E CO U RT (MOORESVILLE)
7 0 4 7 9 9 1 1 1 0 bull wwwjeffreyslkncom
New lookNew chef
LANCASTERSBBQCOM
HUNT E R SV I L L E9230 Beatties Ford Road
MOORE SV I L L E515 Rinehardt Road
Regional Events amp Destinations26
131Learn The True Story That Inspired A Famous Folk Song
Though the stories vary the end ing i s concre te Tom Dula (pronounced local ly
as Dooley) a Confederate soldier k n o w n t o b e a l a d i e s rsquo m a n was hanged for the murder of 18-year-old Laura Foster a young woman he was involved with just before she died The passed-down stories from the Wilkes County mystery reveal a love triangle and rumors of deceit though what actually happened may never be known A family member of one
of Dularsquos captors co -wrote the story into a folk song which was made popular years later by The Kingston Trio Tour the historical sites in the High Country to watch the legend come to life on stage and to experience pieces of the puzzle that led Dula to his fate
With its numerous historic places and museums Wilkes embraces the heritage of mountain traditions From its Revolutionary and Civil War heroes to NASCAR legends Benjamin Long Frescoes barn quilt trails and reliving the past at Wilkes Heritage Museum Benton Hall Arts Center and Whippoorwill Academy and Village there is something for every history enthusiast
Project 543 tells the story of unique spots across North Carolina we hope will become some of your favorite places Why 543 Because thatrsquos the number of miles from Manteo on the coast to Murphy in the mountains and is traditionally considered to be the width of our state The entries in this project are in no particular order and wersquoll add to them each week Check in often to find inspiration for your next trip or start planning today at VisitNCcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 27
CANVAS PRINTS FROM YOUR PHOTOS
PHOTODUDEARTCOM 7047062365
PORTRAITWEDDINGFAMILYAERIALEVENT
WWWNEWSARUMBREWINGCOM
Regional Events amp Destinations28
Destinations
LKNBTLKNBrewersTrailcom
LKNBrewersTrailcom is a single source for what is
going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
Whats On TapWhats Going On
How To Get There
Digi ta l content is avai lable on desktop tablet and phone
Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 29
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINK
704bull892bull44338301-1 Magnolia Estates Drive
Cornelius NC 28031Fri-Sun 1100am-200am Mon-Thurs1100am-1200am
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINKFull Menu to 2am Fri bull Sat bull Sun
SATURDAY MAY 16TH
MONDAY
Half Price Wine bull Bottle or Glass
$3 Well Drinks bull $350 NC Drafts Half Price Wings Every Wednesday 5pm ndash 10pm
$350 Drafts
$6 Vodka Redbull bull $5 Fire Ball
$550 Titorsquos Vodka bull $2 Bud Light BottlesHangover Helper Shooters
$4 Best Bloody Mary Bar On The Lake $2 Mimosas bull $4 Double Mimosas bull $2 Miller Lt Btl
$2 Tacos (All Day amp Night) Coronas Margaritas
TUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
Continued From Page 15
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Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
62 Vintage Lane Maggie Valley North Carolina 28751
(828) 926-6266
ldquoTHE MUSEUM THAT RUNSrdquo
WE ARE NORTH CAROLINArsquoS1 TOYHAULER DEALER
CONCORD NC bull MARION NCtomjohnsoncampingcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 31
Regional Events amp Destinations32
lunch X dinner X full bar X good times
O F F I - 7 7 E X I T 3 3 bull 1 1 7 T R A D E CO U RT (MOORESVILLE)
7 0 4 7 9 9 1 1 1 0 bull wwwjeffreyslkncom
New lookNew chef
LANCASTERSBBQCOM
HUNT E R SV I L L E9230 Beatties Ford Road
MOORE SV I L L E515 Rinehardt Road
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 27
CANVAS PRINTS FROM YOUR PHOTOS
PHOTODUDEARTCOM 7047062365
PORTRAITWEDDINGFAMILYAERIALEVENT
WWWNEWSARUMBREWINGCOM
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Destinations
LKNBTLKNBrewersTrailcom
LKNBrewersTrailcom is a single source for what is
going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
Whats On TapWhats Going On
How To Get There
Digi ta l content is avai lable on desktop tablet and phone
Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 29
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINK
704bull892bull44338301-1 Magnolia Estates Drive
Cornelius NC 28031Fri-Sun 1100am-200am Mon-Thurs1100am-1200am
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINKFull Menu to 2am Fri bull Sat bull Sun
SATURDAY MAY 16TH
MONDAY
Half Price Wine bull Bottle or Glass
$3 Well Drinks bull $350 NC Drafts Half Price Wings Every Wednesday 5pm ndash 10pm
$350 Drafts
$6 Vodka Redbull bull $5 Fire Ball
$550 Titorsquos Vodka bull $2 Bud Light BottlesHangover Helper Shooters
$4 Best Bloody Mary Bar On The Lake $2 Mimosas bull $4 Double Mimosas bull $2 Miller Lt Btl
$2 Tacos (All Day amp Night) Coronas Margaritas
TUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
Continued From Page 15
Destinations
Regional Events amp Destinations30
Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
62 Vintage Lane Maggie Valley North Carolina 28751
(828) 926-6266
ldquoTHE MUSEUM THAT RUNSrdquo
WE ARE NORTH CAROLINArsquoS1 TOYHAULER DEALER
CONCORD NC bull MARION NCtomjohnsoncampingcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 31
Regional Events amp Destinations32
lunch X dinner X full bar X good times
O F F I - 7 7 E X I T 3 3 bull 1 1 7 T R A D E CO U RT (MOORESVILLE)
7 0 4 7 9 9 1 1 1 0 bull wwwjeffreyslkncom
New lookNew chef
LANCASTERSBBQCOM
HUNT E R SV I L L E9230 Beatties Ford Road
MOORE SV I L L E515 Rinehardt Road
Regional Events amp Destinations28
Destinations
LKNBTLKNBrewersTrailcom
LKNBrewersTrailcom is a single source for what is
going on at the breweries in the Lake Norman area
Whats On TapWhats Going On
How To Get There
Digi ta l content is avai lable on desktop tablet and phone
Bayne Brewing Company Bayne Brewing Company offers several different
types of craft beer in Cornelius NC Our selections will rotate based on the season and availability of certain ingredients Here is a list of some of the staple flavors We like to think we offer the best craft beers in the area so come on in and give our brews a try19507 West Catawba AveCornelius NC 28031 7048976426 baynebrewingcompanycom
D9 Brewing Company A craft microbrewery located north of Charlotte in
Cornelius North Carolina From homebrew parties in our neighborhoods to our first locationrsquos humble one-barrel beginnings intense local thirst for our Fanatical Alestrade propelled us to open our current 10 barrel production brewery We are re-imagining some of the worldrsquos most unique and trusted styles of beer
11138-C Treynorth Dr Cornelius NC 28031 7044579368 d9brewingcom
Ghostface BrewingWe offer up to 20 beers on tap with a selection of rotating
styles some available on nitro Tastings amp full pours are available on-site as well as full growler fills to go
We also offer a selection of tasty flatbread pizzas as well as select food trucks on site Click here for our current food offerings
427 East Statesville AveMooresville NC 281157047997433ghostfacebrewingcom
Primal BreweryFounded in 2013 and is a micro-brewery focused on the production of
a variety of quality small-batch beers
The word ldquoprimalrdquo as being fundamental and quality beer IS essential and fundamental to a good quality of life We strive to brew beers infused with flavor and attitude seeking to satisfy the appetites of all
16432 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville NC 280787049472920 primalbrewerycom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 29
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINK
704bull892bull44338301-1 Magnolia Estates Drive
Cornelius NC 28031Fri-Sun 1100am-200am Mon-Thurs1100am-1200am
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINKFull Menu to 2am Fri bull Sat bull Sun
SATURDAY MAY 16TH
MONDAY
Half Price Wine bull Bottle or Glass
$3 Well Drinks bull $350 NC Drafts Half Price Wings Every Wednesday 5pm ndash 10pm
$350 Drafts
$6 Vodka Redbull bull $5 Fire Ball
$550 Titorsquos Vodka bull $2 Bud Light BottlesHangover Helper Shooters
$4 Best Bloody Mary Bar On The Lake $2 Mimosas bull $4 Double Mimosas bull $2 Miller Lt Btl
$2 Tacos (All Day amp Night) Coronas Margaritas
TUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
Continued From Page 15
Destinations
Regional Events amp Destinations30
Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
62 Vintage Lane Maggie Valley North Carolina 28751
(828) 926-6266
ldquoTHE MUSEUM THAT RUNSrdquo
WE ARE NORTH CAROLINArsquoS1 TOYHAULER DEALER
CONCORD NC bull MARION NCtomjohnsoncampingcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 31
Regional Events amp Destinations32
lunch X dinner X full bar X good times
O F F I - 7 7 E X I T 3 3 bull 1 1 7 T R A D E CO U RT (MOORESVILLE)
7 0 4 7 9 9 1 1 1 0 bull wwwjeffreyslkncom
New lookNew chef
LANCASTERSBBQCOM
HUNT E R SV I L L E9230 Beatties Ford Road
MOORE SV I L L E515 Rinehardt Road
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 29
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINK
704bull892bull44338301-1 Magnolia Estates Drive
Cornelius NC 28031Fri-Sun 1100am-200am Mon-Thurs1100am-1200am
A place where neighbors can EAT MEET amp DRINKFull Menu to 2am Fri bull Sat bull Sun
SATURDAY MAY 16TH
MONDAY
Half Price Wine bull Bottle or Glass
$3 Well Drinks bull $350 NC Drafts Half Price Wings Every Wednesday 5pm ndash 10pm
$350 Drafts
$6 Vodka Redbull bull $5 Fire Ball
$550 Titorsquos Vodka bull $2 Bud Light BottlesHangover Helper Shooters
$4 Best Bloody Mary Bar On The Lake $2 Mimosas bull $4 Double Mimosas bull $2 Miller Lt Btl
$2 Tacos (All Day amp Night) Coronas Margaritas
TUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
paradise as ev idenced by the o v e r t w e n t y - f i v e t h o u s a n d people who at tend this event e a c h y e a r s e a r c h i n g f o r t h o s e s p e c i a l o n e - o f - a - k i n d i t e m s c r e a t e d b y a r t i s a n s f rom ac ross the B lue R idge wwwyanceychambercom
38t h A nnua l Sour wood Fe s t i va l S a t A u g u s t 6 t h ndashS u n 7 t h D o w n t o w n B l a c k M o u n t a i n N C 2 8 7 1 1 O v e r 3 0 0 0 0 p e o p l e f r o m a l l o v e r Amer ica wi l l be in a t tendance a t the fes t i va l which grows in popu la r i t y each yea r Mus ic danc ing a r t s amp c ra f t s super food k id rsquo s r ides and games f a c e p a i n t i n g a n d m o r e i n a n o - a l c o h o l e n v i r o n m e n t make i t the pe r fec t even t fo r y o u a n d y o u r e n t i r e f a m i l y wwwsour woodfes t i va l com
41st Annual Waldensian Festival Fr i August 12 thndashSat 1 3 t h D o w n t o w n Va l d e s e N C A n n u a l h i s t o r i c f e s t i v a l c e l e b r a t e s t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s and their successful return to t h e i r h o m e l a n d s T h e d a y i s f i l led with t radi t ional Walden-s i a n c u l t u r e t h r o u g h m u s i c food and dance A t radi t ional Waldensian meal is ser ved at the Waldens ian Presby te r ian Church Great food and craf ts p l u s v a r i o u s t y p e s o f m u s i c throughout the day Childrenrsquos r i d e s p e t t i n g z o o a n d 5 K r u n p l u s a b o c c i t o u r n a -ment wh ich i s a t r ad i t iona l g a m e o f t h e Wa l d e n s i a n s wwwtownofvaldesecom
Continued From Page 15
Destinations
Regional Events amp Destinations30
Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
62 Vintage Lane Maggie Valley North Carolina 28751
(828) 926-6266
ldquoTHE MUSEUM THAT RUNSrdquo
WE ARE NORTH CAROLINArsquoS1 TOYHAULER DEALER
CONCORD NC bull MARION NCtomjohnsoncampingcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 31
Regional Events amp Destinations32
lunch X dinner X full bar X good times
O F F I - 7 7 E X I T 3 3 bull 1 1 7 T R A D E CO U RT (MOORESVILLE)
7 0 4 7 9 9 1 1 1 0 bull wwwjeffreyslkncom
New lookNew chef
LANCASTERSBBQCOM
HUNT E R SV I L L E9230 Beatties Ford Road
MOORE SV I L L E515 Rinehardt Road
Regional Events amp Destinations30
Maggie Valley NCWheels Through Time Museum
62 Vintage Lane Maggie Valley North Carolina 28751
(828) 926-6266
ldquoTHE MUSEUM THAT RUNSrdquo
WE ARE NORTH CAROLINArsquoS1 TOYHAULER DEALER
CONCORD NC bull MARION NCtomjohnsoncampingcom
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 31
Regional Events amp Destinations32
lunch X dinner X full bar X good times
O F F I - 7 7 E X I T 3 3 bull 1 1 7 T R A D E CO U RT (MOORESVILLE)
7 0 4 7 9 9 1 1 1 0 bull wwwjeffreyslkncom
New lookNew chef
LANCASTERSBBQCOM
HUNT E R SV I L L E9230 Beatties Ford Road
MOORE SV I L L E515 Rinehardt Road
theDestinationMagcom 704-706-2365 31
Regional Events amp Destinations32
lunch X dinner X full bar X good times
O F F I - 7 7 E X I T 3 3 bull 1 1 7 T R A D E CO U RT (MOORESVILLE)
7 0 4 7 9 9 1 1 1 0 bull wwwjeffreyslkncom
New lookNew chef
LANCASTERSBBQCOM
HUNT E R SV I L L E9230 Beatties Ford Road
MOORE SV I L L E515 Rinehardt Road
Regional Events amp Destinations32
lunch X dinner X full bar X good times
O F F I - 7 7 E X I T 3 3 bull 1 1 7 T R A D E CO U RT (MOORESVILLE)
7 0 4 7 9 9 1 1 1 0 bull wwwjeffreyslkncom
New lookNew chef
LANCASTERSBBQCOM
HUNT E R SV I L L E9230 Beatties Ford Road
MOORE SV I L L E515 Rinehardt Road
