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Caldwell Arts Council | www.caldwellarts.com Find more information about monthly art exhibits and local art programs. Harper School of Performing Arts | www.theharperschool.org
Come to a classical concert or learn more about local music classes. BUSINESS RESOURCES Caldwell County Chamber of Commerce | www.caldwellcochamber.org A nonprofit membership organization that serves as the spokesperson for the business community and provides services to its members and the community at large. Caldwell 20/20 | www.lenoircaldwellstrategy.com This Web site provides information on all aspects of the Caldwell 20/20 initiative which assesses existing development strategies and develops an implementation plan to ensure that Caldwell County is in the best position for future community and economic development. Economic Development Commission | www.caldwelledc.org The central point of contact for businesses looking to locate operations in Caldwell County. High Country Biz | www.highcountrybiz.com A Web-based resource linking entrepreneurs and small businesses to regional, state and national business service providers to support and grow new and existing businesses. High Country Business Network | www.ardi.appstate.edu/hcbn/index.php A regional support system for small business and entrepreneur development. Small Business Center | www.cccti.edu/coned/small_business.htm Provides small businesses with start-up assistance and business seminars. Small Biz U | www.smallbizu.org The largest collection of eLearning materials available for small businesses on the Internet. COMMUNITY RESOURCES Caldwell County | www.caldwellcountync.org Find government information about Caldwell County. Caldwell County Cooperative Extension | caldwell.ces.ncsu.edu Gives residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and NC A&T State University. Caldwell County Pathways | www.caldwellcountypathways.com Learn more about walking paths in Caldwell County. City of Lenoir | www.cityoflenoir.com Find more on Lenoir, including events and community information. Foothills Radio | www.foothillsradio.com Local radio stations Kicks 103.3, The Bluegrass Station, and News Talk 1340 WJRI Granite Falls | www.granitefallsnc.com Find community information about Granite Falls and the Baird House Transportation Museum and Lakeside Park. News-Topic | www.newstopic.net Breaking news, local events, movie listings, sports and community directory. Western Piedmont Council of Governments | www.wpcog.org Regional planning organization serving 28 local governments in a four-county area. EDUCATION Appalachian State University | www.appstate.edu Four-year university located in Boone, NC. Caldwell Community College & Technical Institute | www.cccti.edu Earn your associate’s degree, update your existing skills or explore a new interest. Caldwell County Schools | www.caldwellschools.com Local school district. Hickory Metro Higher Ed Center | www.hmhec.org A partnership among several major universities to offer educational opportunities. The Patterson School | www.pattersonschool.org A private, non-profit, co-educational, non-denominational, multi-cultural boarding and day school for grades seven through twelve. ACTIVITIES & PLACES TO VISIT Bo’s BoDacious Family Entertainment | www.bosfamilyfun.com An entertainment complex offering bowling, restaurant, arcades, and mini-golf. Caldwell Heritage Museum | www.caldwellheritagemuseum.org A museum and library offering the history of Caldwell County. Chapel of Rest | www.chapelofrest.org Both the chapel and its cemetery are listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. Coffey’s General Store | web.utk.edu/~jeparks/coffey.htm Visit one of Wilson Creek’s local historic sites and country store. Fort Defiance | www.fortdefiancenc.org Visit the restored 1792 home of General William Lenoir, a Revolutionary war patriot of the Battle of Kings Mountain. Happy Valley | www.happyvalleync.org Explore this 28-mile scenic valley and byway dotted with historic sites. J.E. Broyhill Civic Center | www.broyhillcenter.com A conference and entertainment center with a national performing artist series. Lenoir Uptown Business Association | www.visitlenoir.org Learn more about shopping, dinning and attractions in downtown Lenoir. Wilson Creek Fishing | www.cs.unca.edu/nfsnc/nfnc_fishing/upper_wilson_creek_area.htm Fishing information provided by the U.S. Forest Service Wilson Creek Map | http://www.cs.unca.edu/nfsnc/nfnc_fishing/wilson_creek_area.gif Topographical map provided by the US Forest Service Sims Country BBQ | www.scc.clogdancing.com/BBQ.html Visit this acclaimed weekend local spot for BBQ, bluegrass and dancing. Tough Enough Rodeo Company | www.toughenoughrodeo.net Join the action-packed excitement with clowns, horses, bull riding, and tie-down roping. Tri-County Motor Speedway | www.tricountymotorspeedway.com Short, paved oval track featuring both schedule stock care races and special events. Happy Valley Old-time Fiddlers’ Convention | www.happyvalleyfiddlers.com A music festival held Labor Day weekend. Lenoir’s Bluegrass Farmer’s Market | www.thebluegrassmarket.com Visit downtown Lenoir’s summer-long farmer’s market and live bluegrass show. Lenoir Cruise-In | www.lenoircruisers.com Classic car enthusiasts show off their rides to each other and to thousands of spectators who line the streets while listening to oldies music. Sundowners’ Variety Music Show | www.lenoirsundowners.com A music venue offering everything from jazz to bluegrass during the summer months in downtown Lenoir. |
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