The Explore and Pour craft beverage trail is a free, incentivized mobile passport program for breweries, wineries, a cidery, distillery, and more.
Explore and Pour was launched earlier this month by the Cabarrus County CVB (CCCVB) to kick off North Carolina Beer Month and includes breweries, wineries, a cidery, distillery and more.
“This destination is home to so many incredible makers and small business owners and we’re excited to further showcase their passion and expertise through the new trail,” said CCCVB President and CEO Donna Carpenter.
So How Does the Explore and Pour …
Contributor: Jamie Richardson
Sunflour Baking Company has a new production kitchen, new menu items, and continues to support local vendors.
Sunflour Baking Company (Harrisburg)
📍 5040 State Hwy 49, Harrisburg, NC 28075
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National Dessert Day is the perfect occasion to indulge your sweet tooth, and what better way to commemorate this delightful occasion than by introducing you to Sunflour Baking Company, a local bakery in Harrisburg. With its commitment to crafting delectable pastries, bread, and more from scratch, Sunflour Baking Compa…
Contributor: Jamie Richardson
The Kannapolis Fire Department will host a fire truck celebration with a parade, food drive, and bloodmobile in October.
📅 Friday, Oct 13th
📍 Kannapolis City Hall, 401 Laureate Way, Kannapolis, NC 28081
Event Timeline
Bloodmobile (9am to 2pm)
Food Drive (Noon to 6pm)
Fire Truck Parade (Begins at 6pm)
A Day of Celebration and Giving Back
Every year, the Kannapolis Fire Department comes together with the community for a day of celebration and giving back. This exciting event promises fun, community spirit, and the opportun…
Contributor: Jamie Richardson
Cabarrus Meals on Wheels’ Soup Sampling fundraiser benefits elderly and homebound residents.
📅 Oct 29th from 11:30am to 1:30pm
📍 City Club at Gibson Mill, 325 McGill Ave. NW, Concord
This tasty fundraiser, now in its 18th year, warms both the tummy and the heart as it pairs the opportunity to sample soups from some of Cabarrus’ favorite restaurants with the goal of raising funds to support the elderly and homebound in our community.
This organization is dedicated to a beautiful mission: providing a hot meal and a warm hello to the…
Kick up your heels at Dinner & Dancin’ in The Dirt on Oct 21st.
Wings of Eagles Ranch (Concord)
📍4800 Faith Trails, Concord, NC 28025
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Nestled amidst the rolling hills and serene landscapes of Concord, Wings of Eagles Ranch inspires healing for adults and children with special needs, at-risk communities, and our local veterans. This non-profit Therapeutic Horseback Riding and Outdoor Adventure Center has been making a profound impact on the lives of those it serves.
In the spirit of community and support, Wings of Eagles Ranch annually ho…
Updated 8/23/24: This business has closed to rebrand to La Revolution Mexican Restaurant.
Contributor: Lisa Perry
New Latin Fusion-themed breakfast and lunch restaurant opens in historic house in Kannapolis.
Casa Durham 1936 (Kannapolis)
📍 515 S Main St., Kannapolis, NC 28081
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The historic Durham house, situated near the railroad tracks in downtown Kannapolis, was relocated years ago to make way for the train station. Over time, this location has seen numerous restaurants attempt to thrive, such as Old Stone Vino and BREW, none of which achiev…
Harrisburg’s 50th Anniversary Celebration promises a day full of activities for the entire family.
📢 📅 Oct 14th starting at 2pm
📍 191 Sims Pkwy, Harrisburg, NC 28075
The town of Harrisburg is set to mark a historic milestone – its 50th Anniversary Celebration. This eagerly anticipated event promises exciting activities, food trucks and a beer garden, a concert featuring country music sensation Scotty McCreery, and a spectacular drone show.
Open to all, the festivities are set to captivate attendees of all ages and provide a fitting tribute to the town’s past achievements a…
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We’re kicking off October by Celebrating Women’s Small Business Month
In 1972, there were a little over 400,000 women-owned businesses in the United States. Until 1988, women needed a male relative to co-sign if they wanted to apply for a business loan. Today, there are over 13 million women-owned businesses and counting.
Team Honeycutt’s fabric has a history steeped in strong women that continues today. When it began, the foundational belief was that success in business can be found in service to the community. Founded in 1990, Betty and Diane Honeycutt set out to bu…
Coffee lovers rejoice! National Coffee Day is Friday, Sept 29th!
Now is the perfect time to explore any one of our local coffeehouses in Cabarrus County to find your new favorite beverage. Whether you’re looking for high-quality coffee, a variety of brews with specialty drinks, something close to home or work, or a cozy spot with a great atmosphere and snacks, there’s a locally-owned spot waiting to serve.
Check out our list of 20+ coffeehouses in CabCo for you to try for yourself.
Planning to visit? Tell ’em Cabarrus Weekly sent ya!
