Cool evenings and plenty of sunshine inspire us to head outside, where outdoor dramas, open-air concerts, and berry festivals beckon.
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Carolina Calendar: May 2018
It doesn’t matter if you’re strolling through a farmers market or an arts festival, searching for ripe strawberries or rustic decor — this month, you’ll find plenty to fill your bag.
Heirloom Earth
Letting kids discover what’s just over the horizon requires trust and faith, and yields the stewards of tomorrow.
A Day at the Park in Hickory
Discover a modern downtown playground that sparks joy and imagination in visitors of every age.
The Scent of Rain
Sure, these April showers bring May flowers, but they also unlock the year’s first whiff of spring.
Carolina Calendar: April 2018
Birds and blooms are our harbingers of spring. This month, head to an avian festival or garden fair to celebrate their welcome return.
The 1927 Lake Lure Inn and Spa
History abounds at this iconic resort in Hickory Nut Gorge.
