Mar 26, 2024
Porches – Where People’s Lives Connect
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Front porches. Back porches. Side porches. We LOVE them all.
The weather is warming up and the invitation to spend more time outdoors is calling. Here are a few tips to make your outdoor space more enjoyable:
Create a cozy seating area – If you have room for rocking chairs or a bench, do it! Add some cushions and a side table – centered around a rug and you are ready for a lazy Saturday afternoon.
Plenty of pots – while in some cases less is more, when it comes to container gardens, there’s no such thing as too many porch plants. Add lots of color and h…
Mar 19, 2024
Discover Timeless Treasures with AutoBarn Classic Cars
Contributor: Jamie Richardson
A Car Show for Kids, Book Signing, and Cruise-in Happening This Spring!
📍 AutoBarn Classic Cars, 320 Sign Dr NW # 100, Concord, NC 28027
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From Storage to Showroom: The Evolution of AutoBarn Classic Cars
AutoBarn Classic Cars was founded by Cabarrus County car enthusiasts Tom Cotter and Joe Liles in 2006 as a storage facility, but expanded in 2007 to include consignment services, revolutionizing the way collector cars are marketed. AutoBarn has since established itself as a leading player in the classic …
Mar 18, 2024
Annual Community Cookout and Eggstravaganza
Contributor: Jamie Richardson
Kannapolis Event Brings Community Together for Easter Fun
📅 March 30th, 11am to 2pm
📍 North Carolina Research Campus, 150 N Research Campus Dr, Kannapolis, NC 28081
The Community Cookout and Egg Hunt in Kannapolis is an annual, family-friendly event set to take place on March 30th from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at the NC Research Campus.
Organized by Outside the Lines Ministries, the event aims to create a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere similar to a backyard cookout. Live music, free food, and a range of games and activities, inclu…
Mar 18, 2024
Redefining Home: Carolina Tiny House Festival
Contributor: Jamie Richardson
📅 April 13th–14th from 10am–5pm
📍Charlotte Motor Speedway, 5555 Concord Pkwy South, Concord NC 28027
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Whether you are a curious tiny house bystander, a passionate advocate, or a family seeking inspiration, there is something for everyone at the Carolina Tiny House Festival. Attendees can embark on tiny house tours, engage in thought-provoking conversations, and participate in educational workshops.
In a world where the cost of living continues to rise, the dream of owning a home can seem increasingly out of…
Mar 17, 2024
Hop into Spring with Egg-cellent Events in Cabarrus County
As spring blooms and Easter approaches, Cabarrus County is bustling with activities to celebrate the season. From crafty encounters with the Easter Bunny to farm adventures, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Here are just some of the Easter happenings in the area.
EGG-cellent Crafts with the Easter Bunny at Concord Mills
Every Friday throughout March from 4 to 5pm
8111 Concord Mills Boulevard, Concord, NC 28027
Concord Mills invites families to join in the Easter fun with its EGG-cellent Crafts event. Every Friday in March, from 4pm to 5pm, children can unleash their creativity…
Mar 12, 2024
Are You Ready for a Shuckin’ Good Time?
Contributor: Jamie Richardson
Shuckin’ for a Cause 2024, presented by Barcos Sports & Seafood and High Branch Brewing Co. promises to be an event to remember.
📅 March 24th from 1pm until 5pm
📍Barcos Sports & Seafood in collaboration with High Branch Brewing Co | Gibson Mill Market, 305 McGill Ave NW Bldg. 200, Concord, NC 28027
This event is not just about enjoying delicious oysters and special High Branch beer; it’s about coming together to support a great cause, 1CAN.
Barcos Sports & Seafood will be serving up their (soon-to-be-famous) Seafood Chow…
Mar 12, 2024
Join the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers for Unforgettable Fun
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At the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers ballpark, every game day is a new adventure packed with excitement and entertainment for the whole family. From thrilling weekly promotions to special marquee nights and exclusive giveaways, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Weekly Theme Promotions:
$2 Tuesday: Kick off your week with a bang on Tuesdays, where many of your favorite ballpark snack items are just a couple of bucks each.
Wieners & Wags Wednesday: Take your furry friends along on Wednesdays to celebrate the bond between fans and you four-legged co…
Mar 12, 2024
Eat Cakes Bakery: A Rise from Hobby to Downtown Darling
Contributor: Jamie Richardson
Get all of your Easter treats from this local bakery in Downtown Kannapolis.
📍 Eat Cakes Bakery, 141 West Avenue, Kannapolis, NC 28081
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Donna Taylor’s journey from hobby cake maker to successful bakery owner of Eat Cakes Bakery in Downtown Kannapolis wasn’t easy. She has overcome challenges including pandemic disruptions, malfunctioning ovens, and uncertain beginnings with determination and community support.
From Gym to Oven: The Unexpected Start
While Taylor has owned her business for four years, her j…
Mar 11, 2024
Mahogany Brown Bridal: Pioneering Diversity in Bridal Fashion
A Bridal Extravaganza, a New Fellowship, and a Chance to Win a $15,000 Grant is Creating Some March Madness for One Local Entrepreneur
Bridal Extravaganza
📅 Sunday, March 24th from 12–4pm
📍 The Hotel Concord, 14 N. Union Street, Concord, NC 28025
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Whitney Stephenson initiated her venture, Mahogany Brown Bridal, with a mission to celebrate diversity and inclusivity. Her boutique highlights the work of underrepresented minority and multicultural bridal designers, providing them with a platform to showcase their creations.
“Many of the bridal…