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Donna Davis: The Malpass Brothers Show premieres tonight
Seeing Chris and Taylor Malpass on stage with their band in Denton at the Malpass Brothers Bluegrass and Country Music festival feels like a foray into time travel. Chris’ coiffed and pomaded hair-do and on-stage twitches, back-kicks, and hip-pivots get the crowd going as much as Taylor’s contrasting deadpan expression, covert sibling mockery, and poly-professional swagger. But with all their showmanship, the music is still center stage. Having toured with...
Albemarle Hotel’s history, restoration will be shared
“The Story of the Albemarle Hotel” will be told by Lewis Bramlett (history) and Jordan Jones (restoration) at 2 p.m. June 9 at Central United Methodist Church Fellowship Center, 172 N. Second St., Albemarle. A reception will follow at the hotel building featuring a sampling of food from Christine’s Wood Fire Grill. Register at http://historicstanly.org/ […] The post Albemarle Hotel’s history, restoration will be shared appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Students play in National Piano Auditions
The National Piano Auditions, sponsored by The National Guild of Piano Teachers, were held recently at Second Street Presbyterian Church in Albemarle. Pamela Mullens was the adjudicator. She began piano lessons at age 6. She began playing for church at an early age. Mullens studied at Winthrop University and received a Master of Music Education […] The post Students play in National Piano Auditions appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Almond, Aspenglow to perform benefit for American Red Cross, Esther House
St. Martin’s Lutheran Church, 16592 St. Martin Road, Albemarle, will host “Rocky Mountain High – A Tribute to John Denver” at 3 p.m. June 1. Donations will be accepted for Esther House and American Red Cross to be used locally. Performing will be Rod Almond and Aspenglow — David Chandler (guitar, vocals), Lisa Ewers (percussion, vocals), […] The post Almond, Aspenglow to perform benefit for American Red Cross, Esther House appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Albemarle Neighbor: Krites to perform at AoA's interactive Nashville Night
More than two decades ago, Brian Krites was attending a Dave Matthews Band concert when he had a life-changing moment. The band was “baring their soul onstage,” Krites recalls, and “something resonated with me.” Soon after, Krites picked up an acoustic guitar and taught himself to play, using all of the songs he loved, including Dave Matthews’ “#41.” ...
Hathcock’s Mother’s Day gift? Her 100th birthday.
Mildred Hathcock says, “I can tell you a lot that you don’t know!”… and that’s likely because much of her life was lived before many readers were born. Currently residing in Bethany Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Hathcock, who was born on May 12, 1924, will celebrate her 100th birthday on Mother’s Day with a […] The post Hathcock’s Mother’s Day gift? Her 100th birthday. appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
Finding my writer’s voice: It doesn't matter where you start, only that you finish
Reading was a struggle when I bothered to try at all. Writing was not even an option. If you can't read in this society, you are truly out of the mainstream. Think about the things you can’t do, or aren't allowed to do, without being able to read. The grammar I learned from my...
CARE Cafe to have fundraiser
The CARE Cafe will have its fourth annual hot dog fundraiser 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 17, with eat-in or drive-thru available. Two grilled hot dogs with chili, slaw, onions, ketchup and mustard, chips, bottle of water and homemade pound cake for $5. Pick up at Central United Methodist Church, 172 N. 2nd St., […] The post CARE Cafe to have fundraiser appeared first on The Stanly News & Press.
New Home Needed: Meet the Latest Adorable Dogs Up for Adoption in Albemarle, NC
Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around albemarle..
What's Up: 'Choosing to Participate' poster display opens at museum Wednesday
TODAY Library storytime The Pasquotank Library will host a storytime program with the theme “Outer Space” for kids ages 3-5 with an adult today, ages 1-2 on Wednesday; and 1 and younger on Thursday. All programs are at 10 a.m. Celebrating Mom ...
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