July
10 - Hickory Community Theatre
ADAM D. TUCKER - TRIBUTE TO TIM MCGRAW
The
Hickory Community Theatre is proud to present Nashville recording
artist, Adam D Tucker, performing his hit Tim McGraw Tribute "Tribute
2 McGraw", in concert on July 10, 2010 at 8:00PM. The concert
will be held at The Hickory Community Theatre located at 30 3rd
St NW, Hickory, NC 28601.
Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door and available on
line through the Theatre website http://www.hct.org/tickets.php
or by calling (828)328-2283.
Talented Nashville recording artist, Adam D Tucker has been performing "Tribute
2 McGraw" coast to coast. Tucker's ability to reach his
audiences through his music makes him a favorite wherever he
performs. Adam sounds so much like Tim McGraw record labels will
not sign him. This Tim McGraw tribute accurately recreates the
music and mystique of country music ICON Tim McGraw. The timeless
sound of Tim McGraw proves appealing to audiences of all ages,
bringing back memories and touching the hearts of all.
This talented group of musicians showcase Tim McGraws' mega-hits
from the 90's such as "Dont Take The Girl", "I
Like It I Love It" and "Everywhere" as well as
new releases from the year 2000 to his current radio hits of
today!
Adam has performed with 42 major artists including Taylor Swift,
Charlie Daniels, Trace Adkin, Jason Aldean, Bucky Covington,
Tracy Byrd, Josh Turner, Tracy Lawrence, Neal McCoy, Diamond
Rio, Joe Diffie, Jo Dee Messina, Darryl Worley, Buddy Jewell,
Confederate Railroad, (you can take some of these out if you
want)Trent Tomlinson, Jeff Bates, Hot Apple Pie, Highway 101,
KY Headhunters, Exile, Jimmie Van Zant, Poverty Neck Hillbillies,
Craig Morgan, Julie Roberts, Heartland, Eric Church, Little Texas,
Jake Owen, Jason Michael Carroll, Ronnie McDowell, Luke Bryan,
Whitney Duncan and many others. He has also performed at fairs
and festivals around the country (including 74 performances at
the Florida State Fair), as well as the world-famous Wildhorse
Saloon in Nashville, TN, and Carnival Cruise Line.
HCT is a Funded Affiliate of the United Arts Council of Catawba
County.
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July
16-25 - Hickory Community Theatre
FIRST KIDS
High
powered rehearsals are underway for the new musical “First
Kids”, premiering July 16 at the Hickory Community Theatre.
Led by the play’s director, Paul Kreppel and choreographer
Murphy Cross, the cast of fourteen, along with ten understudies,
are bringing to life the story of eleven Presidential children.
The book and lyrics are by Abraham Tetenbaum with music composed
by Norman Berman. The Tony Award winning team of Cross and
Kreppel are developing “First Kids” for a future
Broadway production. Hickory Community Theatre is the site
of the musical’s first staged production.
“
First Kids” is a celebration of youth done in a uniquely
American style of song and dance. With deeply moving and humorous
stories, it tells of children growing up in the White House.
“
First Kids” is a joint production of Hickory’s
Clater-Kaye Productions, the Hickory Community Theatre and
Wet Rock Entertainment of Los Angeles and New York.
The show plays July 16-25 in the Jeffers Theatre at Hickory Community Theatre
in downtown Hickory. Performances are at 8pm Fridays and Saturdays, 2:30pm on
Sundays and at 7:30pm on Thursday, July 22.
All seats are $10 for adults and $7 for youth (18 & under), reserved seating.
Advance tickets are available online at www.hct.org or by calling the Theatre
box office at (828) 328-2283.
The Hickory Community Theatre is a Funded Affiliate of the United Arts Council
of Catawba County. The project is also being supported by the United Arts Council
of Catawba County through the North Carolina Arts Council, with funding from
the State of North Carolina and the National Endowment for the Arts, which believes
that a great nation deserves great art.
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July
& August -
HCT RugBug Theatre
WARP & DRAGON IN DISGUISE
The RugBug Theatre @ HCT, the young people's program at the Theatre,
has just announced its summer season. Two lighthearted plays
will be presented by the Hickory Community Theatre's youngest
actors.
Casting auditions for the first show, "Warp!" are on
July 7 and 8 at 1 PM. Tryouts for the second play, "Dragon
in Disguise" July 21 and 22 at 1 PM.
"Warp!" opens the series July 22, with performances through July 31.
It is a sci-fi adventure story about an earthling combating characters of the
Fifth Dimension who seek possession of the Magic Cube to gain control the universe.
"
Dragon in Disguise" follows August 5 through 14 with the story of a green
dragon who wants to be human. But dressing up presents problems with a tail and
fire breathing. Everyone has to believe it's alright to have green skin.
RugBug @ HCT productions are aimed at youngest audiences. The stories performed
are 35 to 50 minutes long with an intermission. They are presented in the intimate
Council Chamber theater space.
Performances are at 11:00 a.m. Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. on Fridays,
and 2:30 p.m. on Saturdays during each performance run. All seats are just $3,
general admission.
Contact the Theatre administrative offices at (828) 327-3855 for more information
or email Artistic Director Pamela Livingstone at pam@hct.org.
HCT is a Funded Affiliate of the United Arts Council of Catawba County. Sponsorships
for the Summer RugBug Theatre are available.
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July
13 - Taste Full Beans Coffeehouse
POETRY HICKORY
Two
Acclaimed Writers to Lead Workshop at Poetry Hickory
Raleigh, NC, writers Maureen Sherbondy and Richard Kraweic
will offer a workshop on publishing poetry as part of the
monthly NC Writers' Network Writers' Night Out, held at 5:00
on Tuesday, July 13, at Taste Full Beans Coffeehouse in downtown
Hickory. The workshop will cost $10 per person and will be
followed by Poetry Hickory's Open Mic, beginning at 6:30
and then readings by both Sherbondy and Kraweic. The readings
are free and open to the public.
Sherbondy is the author of two collections of poetry and
has a third due out this year. She is also the author of
a collection of short stories. Kraweic is author of two novels,
a collection of short stories, and a collection of poems,
and is editor of a collection of poetry about cooking. Both
have taught workshops and formal classes in a variety of
locations and have received numerous awards for their writing.
For more information, visit www.poetryhickory.com or contact
Scott Owens at 828-234-4266 or asowens1@yahoo.com
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July
16 - Century Link (Downtown Building)
BLOCK PARTY!
Friday, July 16
3:00 - 6:00 PM
Free Food & Drinks! Games! Music! Raffle! Fun for the kids!
Stop by before heading to Hickory Alive!
CenturyLinkDowntownBuilding - 320 1st Avenue NW, Hickory, NC28601
Call the retail store for more info: (828) 325-5865
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August
5 -
Taste Full Beans Coffeehouse
LOCAL POET'S BOOK RELEASE
PARTY
Local poet and Founder of Poetry Hickory, Scott Owens' new
book, a collaboration with Florida poet, Pris Campbell, entitled
The Nature of Attraction, will debut at Taste Full Beans Coffeehouse
in downtown Hickory at 5:30 on Thursday, August 5.
The Book Release Party will include a reading of some of the
poems from the book and a recorded reading by Campbell. The
book will be available for purchase and signing at only $7.
Owens is also the author of two other recent books, The Fractured
World (2008) and Paternity (2010), both of which will also
be available that night.
Wine will be served, and Taste Full Beans' usual menu of snacks
and beverages will be available as well.
Owens teaches creative writing and English at CVCC, is the
Vice President of the Poetry Council of NC, Regional Representative
for the NC Writers' Network, Editor of Wild Goose Poetry Review,
and author of the column "Musings," published every
other week in Outlook. His work has received awards from the
Pushcart Prize Anthology, the Academy of American Poets, the
NC Poetry Society, and the Poetry Society of SC.
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Olde
Hickory Tap Room
JULY LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE
July
1 - Yarn
July 8 - Johnson's Crossroad
July 11 - Matt Walsh
July 15 - Porch Dog Revival
July 17 - Ian Thomas
July 22 - Sol Driven Train
July 24 - Puritan Rodeo
July 29 - Willie Heath Neal
July 31 - Peace Jones
Jazz on Tap - Sundays, 7-10pm
July 11 - Patrick Brown (sax) and The Page Bros (bass and guitar)
and Rick Cline (drums)
July 18 - Todd Wright (sax) and Ron Brendle (bass) and Rick Cline (drums)
July 25 - Troy Conn (guitar) and Chad Lawson (keys) and Rick Cline (drums)
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Summer
2010
- Hickory Museum of Art
NEW EXHIBITIONS OPENING AT HMA
A
QUIET VOICE: Joël Urruty Sculpture
May 8 - September 19
Shuford Gallery
IMAGES OF THOUGHT: Collages by Priscilla Wallace
May 8 - August 29
Gifford & Regal Galleries
Preview Reception: Friday, May 7, 6 - 8 PM
FORMS ORBIT THE MIND: Michael McCall 40 Year Retrospective
May 15 - September 26
Coe Gallery
Opening Reception: Saturday, May 15, 8 - 10 PM
May Events at HMA:
Bus Trip to North Carolina Museum of Art
Wednesday, May 19
Bus leaves at 7:30 AM
$75 Members; $100 Non-Members
Call HMA at 828-327-8576 for Reservations, Limited Seating
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Summer
2010 - Hickory Museum of Art
SUMMER ART CAMPS & TEEN SUMMER FOLLIES
The
Hickory Museum of Art is now accepting registrations for their
very popular Summer Art Camps. Camps run June 14 to August 20,
Monday through Friday; morning sessions are 10 AM - 12 PM and
afternoon sessions are 1 - 3 PM. HMA members pay $50 and non-members
pay $75 per session per week. There are camps for three age groups:
Ages 4 - 6, 7 - 9, and 10+. Brochures are available for pick-up
at the Museum or may be printed from the website at www.HickoryArt.org.
Camps fill up fast; call the Museum at 828.327.8576 or visit
the website to check availability.
Young artists can choose from over 20 art camp themes including:
Museum Sleuth: Campers begin the day deciphering clues that lead
them on a search through the Museum for a specific piece of artwork.
The art project for the day is based on what the students uncover:
wacky folk art, unusual faces, 3-D art, clay and more!
Lights - Camera - Action!: Back by popular demand, campers in
this drama camp will make their own music video or short play.
Students will create the scenery, props and imaginative costumes.
Extreme Constructions: In the Southern tradition, students will
try their hand at the potter's wheel to make a bowl or cup and
then add a face so it can be glazed and fired. Other projects
include using simple techniques to paint on wood, and block printing
on fabric and paper.
The Hickory Museum of Art is happy to announce a roster of two
and four day classes that will appeal to teenagers in middle
and high school. Sessions of Teen Summer Follies begin the week
of June 29 and run through the week of August 17. Classes run
on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 - 5:30 PM. Prices start at
$30 for HMA Members ($45 Non-Members) and go up to $80 Members
($100 Non-Members) depending on number of class sessions and
materials involved.
Brochures are available for pick-up at the Museum or may be printed
from the website at www.HickoryArt.org. To check availability,
call the Museum at 828.327.8576 or visit the website.
Students will have the opportunity to work with professional
artists in 7 different class themes. Classes topics explore:
creating original handmade papers with flower and fiber inclusions;
the jewelry technique of wire wrapping to make rings, bracelets
and key chains; spray can art; figure drawing working from a
clothed model; creating face jugs and decorative ceramic tiles;
still life drawing; and still life painting.
The
Hickory Museum of Art is a United Arts Council of Catawba County
Funded Affiliate
and is located in the "SALT Block" Arts & Science
Center of the Catawba Valley, 243 3rd Avenue NE. Regular
hours of operation are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 AM
- 4 PM and Sundays
from 1 - 4 PM. Admission is free everyday and families
are welcome. For additional information, call 828-327-8576
or
go to www.HickoryArt.org.
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Summer
2010 - Bisque 'n Beads
SUMMER KID'S CAMP 2010
Join
Bisque n Beads at 232 Union Square for a week of creative fun.
Ages 6 years and older will be hand-building with clay, painting
ceramics, beading and more!
3-D Portrait Tiles
July 12- 16 - 6x6 tile with an impression portrait of their choosing!
Nature Bowls
July 19-23 - Recreation of leaves and other nature in a bowl!
Buttons & Beads
July 26-30 - Using cookie cutter and die sets to create different
interesting ceramic buttons and beads!
Pretty Platters
August 2-6 - Using different shapes we will use the slump method
of draping slabs over forms to make a copy!
Water's Edge Bowls
August 9-14 - Create bowls with fluid, free-formed edges, that
are organic in shape!
"Soul" Plates
August 16-20 - Using the patterns on teh soles of shoes to create
textures and patterns!
Camps run from 9:00am-12:30pm, Monday through Friday. Registration
fees are $150 per week. Call 828-324-4244 for registration information.
