August 25, 2016

iShopDavie – SHOP local, SAVE money & GROW our economy!

Our community thrives when we choose to purchase goods and services where we live, pay taxes and send our kids to school! Something as simple as going out to dinner at a local restaurant helps to strengthen the quality of life here at home by investing in our businesses, keeping jobs in our community, and the sales tax paid to local businesses stays in Davie County. This sales tax supports our law enforcement, our fire-fighters, our education system, our parks, and our way of life. When local businesses succeed, more jobs stay right in our backyard, which also means more […]
August 17, 2016

Kids Art Walk this Saturday – Wild Mountain Designs and Art

With art stations, a bounce house, and more, kids age 5 and above won’t want to miss Kid’s Art Walk – “A Passport to Art”  this Saturday, August 20th, from 10 am – 2 pm at Wild Mountain Designs & Art in Farmington. Come out and travel to 8 different art stations, everything from painting abstracts with squirt guns, stained glass, woodworking, craft making, string/beads and clay. The fee is $45 per child and includes all the supplies as well as snacks. Creating beautiful artwork inspired by the world around us is the passion of Wild Mountain Designs and Art. […]
August 10, 2016

Supporting NC Orphans ~ 139th Masonic Picnic – 6 PM This Saturday in Mocksville!

Nothing says summer like a picnic — crispy fried chicken, tangy garden tomatoes, and thick slices of sweet watermelon. You won’t want to miss the annual Masonic Picnic this  Saturday, August 13th at 6 pm at the Masonic Picnic grounds in Mocksville.   The picnic, traditionally held on the second Thursday in August, was changed to Saturday evening this year in hopes that more people will be able to attend. In addition to the buffet of mouthwatering foods, there will be musical entertainment by the Hazy Ridge Bluegrass Band, and a bounce house and free ice cream for the children. […]
August 4, 2016

Soccer Superstars Kick-In With Youth Soccer Clinic Saturday at BB&T Soccer Park in Bermuda Run

On Saturday, August 6, 4-8 pm, world renowned soccer stars Mia Hamm, Kristine Lilly and Tisha Hock of Team First will be at the BB&T Soccer Complex in the Town of Bermuda Run hosting a soccer clinic for girls 8-12 years old. The clinic will be held at the Twin City Soccer Park in the Town of Bermuda Run as part of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Live Fearless program. A once in a lifetime opportunity For the girls selected to attend the clinic from the BCBS Live Fearless Program and from the Twin City youth Soccer Association, this […]
August 1, 2016

Professional Bike Race in Mocksville on Thursday ~ NASCAR on 2 Wheels!

Enjoy a great evening of fun for the entire family as Downtown Mocksville welcomes one of the fastest growing sports in America. Watch as amateur and nationally acclaimed pro cyclists race in a loop around Downtown Mocksville reaching speeds up to 45 miles per hour. On Thursday, August 4, folks from Davie County and surrounding communities will get a taste of this exciting sport during the 2016 Giordana Crossroads Classic Criterium in Downtown Mocksville.  Cyclists will compete in timed races, three consisting of amateur riders (though cash prizes are awarded), and races pitting riders from professional teams against each other […]
July 25, 2016

Have Fun, Save Money & Live Longer at Davie County Farmers Markets

Every Wednesday, Friday & Saturday – Admission is free and the benefits are endless! Enjoy Davie County Farmers Markets each Wednesday, Friday and Saturday in the towns of Mocksville, Bermuda Run and Farmington according to the following schedule. Wednesdays – Mocksville: The Mocksville Famers Market has been upgraded with wonderful and colorful awnings that provide cooling shade for farmers, customers… and produce. The Mocksville Farmers Market is open on Wednesdays from 3-6 PM in the Mocksville Town Hall parking lot located at 171 South Clement Street in Mocksville, just a block down West Depot Street from the town square. Mocksville Farmers […]
July 16, 2016

A Full Week of Christmas in July – This Week in Downtown Mocksville!

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas … In July? From Sunday, July 17th – Saturday, July 23rd, businesses in downtown Mocksville with be decked out for the holidays, and many will be offering sales and specials to help you get your holiday shopping off to an early start. “This event is a fun way to incorporate all of the downtown businesses together because we are all in this together,” said Angela Sgarlata, co-owner of Scarlett’s Unique Boutique, which is coordinating Christmas in July. “Gail (Scarlett, founding owner of the boutique) held an event for the Boutique last year, […]
July 11, 2016

Don’t Miss The Great Bullhole Duck Race Saturday, July 16th in Cooleemee!

Duck Race with over $800 in Prizes What is small, yellow, and races? If you said a rubber ducky floating down the South Yadkin River, you would be correct! More than  a thousand rubber ducks will take a plunge into the South Yadkin near the Cooleemee dam on Saturday, July 16th at 1:00 PM sharp. The water is high, so the ducks are guaranteed quite a ride. The first numbered duck to reach the finish line downriver will win its “owner” a cash prize of $500. The 2nd place winner will garner its ticket-buyer $250, and the 3rd place finisher […]
July 5, 2016

Farmington Community Center – A Davie County Hidden Gem

Davie County is filled with hidden gems, and one of the brightest is the Farmington Community Center. From bluegrass jams to line dancing and exercise classes, monthly special needs events, and teen activities, the community center has something for everyone. Farmington Nature Park The newest jewel to the crown is the Farmington Nature Park. Open from dawn until dusk, the park offers hiking and biking trails and fishing access to Cedar Creek. Bird watchers will enjoy the wetlands area. Future plans include horse trails, a civic group campsite, amphitheatre, and  disc golf course. Farmington Farmer’s Market Find the freshest produce, […]