Tuesday, November 8, 2011 —
Hikers, bikers, golfers and walkers throughout Stanly County are enjoying these crisp autumn days. And the county’s wineries, antique shops and galleries provide plenty of places indoors if the weather turns chilly. The local college athletic teams are in high gear and looking for supporting fans. And this weekend is when we turn out to show our support for those who have served in the military.
On Thursday and Friday, the Stanly Community College Men’s Baseball team takes on the Iron Man Challenge. The game starts at 1pm on both days and will be played at the Don Montgomery Park. Come on out and support the Eagles.
On Friday there’s a full day of fun events to be had at the Fork Farm and Stables in Norwood. The Red Shoe Shootout Sporting Clays Tournament benefits the new Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte on Morehead Street which will serve families of young patients at the Presbyterian Hemby Children’s Hospital and the Levine Children’s Hospital at Carolinas Medical Center. Come on out for a great day in a beautiful setting and support a worthy cause.
The Stanly County Veterans Day Parade starts at 11 am on Saturday in downtown Albemarle. Go a little early and take the kids to have their faces painted at the Courthouse Square Park by Vicki Galloway. Then line the parade route to cheer on the marchers and show your support for those who have served.
At 1 pm head off to the Pfeiffer University campus and cheer on the Pfeiffer Swimming team as they take on Lenoir-Rhyne/Converse.
From 2 pm to 5 pm the Four-Legged Freedom 5K takes place at Don Montgomery Park in Albemarle. This is a great fundraiser for the Stanly County Humane Society. Bring your dog or dogs and your friends to show support for our four-legged friends.
This fall weekend, with plenty of color still left in the woods, it’s a good time to visit Rocky River Vineyards. Situated just off Highway 24/27 on the Charlotte side of Locust, the vineyard sits on the banks of Big Meadow Creek where it flows into the Rocky River. The first grapes were planted in 2003. Today the vineyard boasts wine tastings, a gift shop and a variety of wines to choose from. Wildlife abounds around the grape vines with geese, wild turkeys and deer grazing in the pastures. Ride out and enjoy this unique venue where you can soak in the peace and quiet of the countryside, and enjoy a glass of wine within the sound of a gurgling creek.
Entertainment
This Weekend in Stanly County November 10
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Sweet Poppa Lou Donaldson returns to Badin Saturday
One of Badin’s favorite sons and a legend from the famous Blue Note recording label returns for a show at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at Badin Elementary School.
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Wingate University’s Wind Ensemble performs concert featuring composer Jack Stamp
Wingate, N.C. – Wingate University’s Wind Ensemble will present a free concert featuring the music of famed composer Jack Stamp on Monday, April 22 at 7:30 p.m. in McGee Theater of the Batte Center on campus.
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Farmhouse preserves memory of a Southern writer
MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga. — The legacy of Southern writer Flannery O'Connor survives not only in her fiction but also in some of the buildings that featured prominently in the last years of her life. O'Connor enthusiasts this week celebrated the restoration of the latest structure - a two-story cottage that housed farmers on her family's Andalusia estate.
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Websites go dark in protest of anti-piracy bill (VIDEO, POLL)
Dozens of internet websites – from web resources like Wikipedia to online communities like Reddit – went dark Wednesday in protest of a bill in Congress that aims to stop online piracy.
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Viral video: Announcer goes nuts after full-court shot wins game
One college basketball play-by-play radio host likely needed some throat lozenges when he woke up Sunday morning, a day after his shocked, screaming reaction to a game-winning basket.
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Viral video: Groom surprises bride with Justin Bieber dance
The choreographed wedding dance is a staple of a healthy viral video diet, right up there with cute kittens and babies laughing at everyday sounds. Still, it's hard not to smile when you watch one as well-executed as this groom's Justin Bieber tribute to his new bride.
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Cartoon techniques with Marcus Hamilton
Come learn cartooning techniques from a professional illustrator, Marcus Hamilton, from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Jan. 21. He has been the cartoonist for the daily panels of “Dennis the Menace” since about 1996. The cost is $25 for adults. The workshop is appropriate for all ages and children can attend with a paying adult for an additional $10.
Pre-registration and pre-paid, non-refundable tuition is required to reserve a seat.
Make checks payable to Marcus Hamilton and mail to Falling Rivers Gallery. To register or for more information, contact Falling Rivers Gallery at (704) 983-4278, email Marcus Hamilton at dtmsouth@carolina.rr.com or e-mail fallingrivers gallery@yahoo.com -
Viral video: Top recruit picks Alabama; mom rolls eyes
A top recruit made his verbal commitment to the University of Alabama during a live television announcement Thursday night, but it’s his mother’s reaction to the news that’s getting attention.
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Viral video: Marriage proposal rejected at basketball game
Having your marriage proposal rejected is heartbreaking. Having your marriage proposal rejected on camera in front of thousands of people at a sporting event? Well, that’s a viral video on YouTube.
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Viral video: Anchor has Ron Burgundy moment on live TV
A morning meteorologist at a TV station in Green Bay, Wis., had a real-life Ron Burgundy moment this week thanks to a prank by one of his co-workers.
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