Author: Abby Cagle

🥫 1Can to Host Inaugural Gala on June 22nd

Written by Abby Cagle on May 31, 2023. Posted in Connect.

Contributor: Jamie Richardson 1CAN is hosting their Inaugural Gala on June 22 at the Laureate Center in Kannapolis and is inviting everyone in our community to attend. What Is 1CAN? Founded by Sheryl Kluge in 2019, 1CAN is a volunteer-run organization with the idea of providing a location where people can easily access nonperishable food items without having to fill out forms or qualify. 🥫 Their mission is to provide assistance to individuals and families experiencing hunger in Cabarrus County. 🥫 They do this by collecting and distributing canned goods and other non-perishable food items...

☕ Celebrating Life One Cup at a Time

Written by Abby Cagle on May 31, 2023. Posted in Food & Drink.

Contributor: Jamie Richardson Step into a world where the past and the present collide, where legacy takes on a new and exciting form. Meet Coffin House Coffee, a one-of-a-kind coffee shop nestled within the historic Hartsell Funeral Home in Concord. Founded by Jacob Hartsell in the 1860s, the business provided a much-needed service to the community at that time. Today, the coffee shop honors Hartsell’s legacy while providing a warm and inviting atmosphere for customers to enjoy a cup of coffee and a bite to eat. ✨ The Hartsell family’s mission to “Celebrate Life” has...

💇‍♀️ Reimagined Garage Provides Unique Beauty Experience

Written by Abby Cagle on May 31, 2023. Posted in Shopping.

Contributor: Jamie Richardson Discover one of the most unique and charming beauty destinations in Concord. The coolest garage in town! Carbon Compass Beauty Bar and its sister location, The Carbon Element, are housed in a former mechanic’s garage. These businesses offer a cozy and stylish atmosphere while providing a range of hair and beauty services. 💄 The Carbon Element provides piercing, tattooing and cosmetic tattooing/permanent makeup. Their Story 🌟 Madison Huneycutt is the proud owner of Carbon Compass Beauty Bar. She has been working as a stylist for over 10 years and is passionate...

☀️🚗 Summer Car Care Tips

Written by Abby Cagle on May 31, 2023. Posted in Shopping.

Summer is almost here, and it’s time to hit the road and enjoy the sunny weather. However, before embarking on your adventures, it’s crucial to ensure that your car is prepared to handle the hot weather conditions. Let the experts at Ben Mynatt help you with that summer maintenance to keep your vehicle running smoothly and ensure a trouble-free season. Many of these you can do yourself at home, but you can also let our factory-trained technicians make your life easier by scheduling a visit! Check and maintain the cooling system. The cooling system is critical to prevent your engine...

🐷 SmoKee ‘Kue: Where BBQ Dreams Come True

Written by Abby Cagle on May 16, 2023. Posted in Food & Drink.

Contributor: Jamie Richardson SmoKee ‘Kue is a must-try for fans of smoked meats and delicious barbecue. This award-winning BBQ competition team is now selling their prepared smoked meats, sauces, and rubs packaged to take home, heat, and eat! They specialize in pulled pork, ribs, chicken wings, smoked meatballs, and brisket queso along with their homemade BBQ sauce and K.I.S.S. rubs. Founded by pitmaster Kenner Kee, SmoKee ‘Kue offers a unique fusion of Texas and NC BBQ that’s unlike anything you’ve ever tasted. Kenner, who grew up in Texas, developed a love...

🦋 Wings to Soar Camp Happening June 26-29th

Written by Abby Cagle on May 16, 2023. Posted in Connect.

Contributor: Jamie Richardson Camp offers a journey through grief for children and teens dealing with the loss of a loved one. This special day camp is organized annually by Hospice & Palliative Care of Cabarrus County and provides a safe and supportive environment for participants to express their feelings, share their experiences, and learn coping strategies. 🌈🤝 Campers participate in art sessions, trips to the splash pad, and a ballpark tour while forming meaningful connections with peers and staff, fostering a sense of community. The camp is open to children aged 6 to 16 who...

🍺 🎸 Craft Beer & Country Music Festival at the Ballpark

Written by Abby Cagle on May 16, 2023. Posted in Things To Do.

Cabarrus County, start your taste buds! Get ready for a wild ride of beer, country music, and NASCAR with the Michael Waltrip Brewing Craft Beer & Country Music Festival at Atrium Health Ballpark in Kannapolis on May 25th at 7pm! Here are the highlights: 🎤 Performances by country music stars Jerrod Niemann and Love and Theft, along with guest songwriters. 🍺 Sample a variety of regional craft beers, including specialty brews from Michael Waltrip Brewing Co. 🇺🇸 The festival supports CreatiVets, a non-profit organization that helps disabled veterans cope with service-related trauma through...

🌟🎨 LIM|NAL: An Ode to Local Artists and Performers

Written by Abby Cagle on May 16, 2023. Posted in Things To Do.

The Cabarrus Arts Council’s latest exhibition, “LIM|NAL: The Space Between,” will run from May 18 to July 22, 2023. The Cabarrus Arts Council has teamed up with guest curator and community art advocate, Katlyn Cornelius, who also goes by TuxedoKat! 🎩🐱 Together, they’ve orchestrated a captivating celebration of the diverse talents residing right here in Cabarrus County. This one-of-a-kind exhibition exemplifies the arts council’s unwavering commitment to showcasing and promoting local artists and performers. A diverse range of artists, spanning the spectrum of experience in exhibiting their...

🚂 🍖 All Aboard the Flavor Train at R&R Bar-B-Que

Written by Abby Cagle on May 15, 2023. Posted in Food & Drink.

Contributor: Jamie Richardson Serving Up Delicious Eastern NC-style BBQ for 25 Years This charming railroad-themed restaurant serves up classic dishes like chopped pork, ribs, beef brisket, and delectable sides like slaw, mac and cheese, and baked beans. The Big Barbecue Sandwich and Brunswick Stew are crowd favorites, while the succulent half Barbecue Chicken and tender Ribs will leave you wanting more! But save some room for dessert because their homemade banana pudding is a total crowd-pleaser! 🍌💕 🎉 R&R also offers catering services, making it the perfect choice for parties,...

🎉🎩🍼💐 Downtown Concord Knows How to Celebrate!

Written by Abby Cagle on May 11, 2023. Posted in Shopping.

Contributor: Jamie Richardson It’s Spring and that means celebrations are happening all around us. From baby to bridal showers, graduation parties, and even weddings, Downtown Concord has everything you need for your special event! Check out our list of venues, caterers, florists, decor, and more. Cabarrus Weekly has you covered! View the Downtown Concord Event Guide here. Planning to visit? Tell ’em Cabarrus Weekly sent ya!

💐 Florist Carries on Family Tradition

Written by Abby Cagle on May 7, 2023. Posted in Shopping.

Contributor: Jamie Richardson Cut at an Angle is a unique, fun, and whimsical floral experience in Downtown Concord on the corner of Market and Cabarrus Avenue. Kirsten Darnell is carrying on the floral design tradition that runs in her family. Her grandparents were florists for over 50 years, and she worked in the back of their shop processing flowers when she was younger. The name of her shop comes from her grandpa who reminded her that step one of flower care is to always “cut the stem at an angle.” Despite not wanting to be a florist at first, Kirsten studied horticulture and worked...

🖃 📮 USPS to Collect Food Items on May 13th

Written by Abby Cagle on May 7, 2023. Posted in Connect.

Contributor: Jamie Richardson The Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive is a nationwide initiative that aims to fight hunger and poverty in the United States. Started in 1993, this event has become the largest single-day food drive in the country. 📬 🥫 How does it work? Leave a bag of non-perishable food items by your mailbox, and your letter carrier will pick it up and deliver it to a local food bank or pantry. 📅 Saturday, May 13th Local Impact All food collected by the Concord Parkway office (28027) goes to Cooperative Christian Ministries (CCM) and all food collected by the Kannapolis...

⚾ Ballers Team Up with Elder Orphan Care

Written by Abby Cagle on May 7, 2023. Posted in Connect.

Contributor: Jamie Richardson Elder Orphan Care serves local older adults who are aging without adequate support through their “Safe and Loved at Home” and “Pantry and More” Programs. They provide help and hope in the form of food, friendship, purposeful activities, and home modifications. 🎟️ Purchase tickets to the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers vs Fayetteville Woodpeckers game with this link and you will be supporting Elder Orphan Care 📅 Friday, June 2, 2023, at 7pm at Atrium Health Ballpark 🥫 You can also help stock their food pantry by bringing your choice of the items listed below to...

🏁🖤 Legends Car Race Comes to Downtown Kannapolis

Written by Abby Cagle on May 7, 2023. Posted in Things To Do.

Contributor: Jamie Richardson The inaugural Earnhardt Outdoors Showdown® will take place on Thursday, May 25th with pre-race entertainment starting at 2:30pm and a Legends Car Race at 5pm. Old Armor Beer Company is hosting the event in partnership with US Legend Cars and Charlotte Motor Speedway, with the race taking place in the horseshoe area of the NC Research Campus. 🏁🖤 Old Armor co-owners Kyle Lingafelt and Stefan Perrine approached longtime friend, Kerry Earnhardt with the showdown idea as a way to celebrate Earnhardt Heritage. This year would have been the 72nd Birthday of Dale Earnhardt...

🐐 🤗 Schedule a Baby Goat Playdate

Written by Abby Cagle on May 7, 2023. Posted in Things To Do.

Contributor: Jamie Richardson Cotton Bean Farms offers opportunities to pet, feed, and cuddle their Mini Nubian and baby milk goats. Goat play dates are a fun and unique way to get up close and personal with these adorable animals that is perfect for families, animal lovers, and anyone looking for a fun weekend activity [see video]. Owners Jason and Stacey Carlisle established Cotton Bean Farms in 2018 with a passion and love for goats that continues to grow. The goat play dates are a way to share their love for their animals with the community and educate visitors about all things goat...

🍺 🍺 TapHouse Brings New Life to Former Cotton Mill

Written by Abby Cagle on May 2, 2023. Posted in Food & Drink.

Contributor: Jamie Richardson Tuscarora TapHouse has quickly become a popular weekend destination in Mount Pleasant offering a unique blend of entertainment options including axe throwing, cornhole, pool, ping pong, and darts. Tuscarora serves up craft and domestic beers, wine, cider, and non-alcoholic beverages featuring local breweries on tap: Cabarrus Brewing Company, Americana Beer Company, Uwharrie Brewing, and Southern Strain Brewing Company. They also regularly host a steady lineup of food trucks for guests to enjoy including Atomic Cigars, a new mobile cigar truck. The taphouse...

🧭 Explore Cabarrus Launches 2023-2024 Destination Guide

Written by Abby Cagle on May 2, 2023. Posted in Things To Do.

The Cabarrus County Convention & Visitors Bureau (CCCVB) launched its 2023-2024 Destination Guide last week just in time for National Travel & Tourism Week on May 7-13, 2023. The pages are packed with stunning images captured by Michael A. Anderson Photography including this year’s cover which features the Buffalo Creek Preserve Trail in Mount Pleasant as a nod to North Carolina’s Year of the Trail. President and CEO Donna Carpenter said, “Encouraging continued exploration is our goal and this tool helps both our community and visitors to discover new experiences and make lifelong...

🎸🍻 Cabarrus Brewing Launches “Rockin’ the Brew” Beer Series

Written by Abby Cagle on May 2, 2023. Posted in Food & Drink. 1 Comment on 🎸🍻 Cabarrus Brewing Launches “Rockin’ the Brew” Beer Series

🎉 Cheers to 50 YEARS! 🎊 CBC launched its latest collaboration with Harrisburg as they celebrate its 50th anniversary as an incorporated town. “Rockin’ The Brew” is an American Light Lager brewed specifically for the Burg. The series is designed to commemorate the ’70s, ’80s, ’90s, and ’00s as they recognize all the monumental milestones the Town has achieved to make it what it is today. Check out the beer can designs! The first beer of the series (’70s) will be released next week to select local retailers. Rockin’ The Brew will also be available at every Rockin’ the Burg concert...