Things to do

February 1, 2010 · Print This Article

Who isn’t going a little stir crazy these days? If you’re looking for something different to do on these cold, snowy, icy, freezing rain….days. Here’s few ideas, we hope you find something FUN!

Stanly County Winter Wine Festival

Saturday, February 27 12:00p to 6:00p

at Stanly County Senior Center, Albemarle, NC

283 N. 3rd Street

http://www.mapquest.com/maps?name=Stanly+County+Senior+Citizens&city=Albemarle&state=NC&address=283+N+3rd+St&zipcode=28001&country=US&latitude=35.352024&longitude=-80.196363&geocode=ADDRESS&id=3258142

The Stanley County Winter Wine Festival offers many of North Carolina’s finest wineries and vineyards. This is a great way to experience new wines or old favorites. Grab a friend and enjoy an afternoon out.

Africa Alive

Saturday, Feb 27 10:00 (Estimated start time, must confirm)

at Culture & Heritage Museums

4621 Mt. Gallant Rd., Rock Hill, SC, 29732

(803) 329-2121

http://www.mapquest.com/maps?name=Museum+of+York+County&city=Rock+Hill&state=SC&address=4621+Mount+Gallant+Rd&zipcode=29732&country=US&latitude=35.01063&longitude=-81.06262&geocode=ADDRESS&id=3624851

The event focuses on the cultural traditions of the African continent through music, dance, storytelling, crafts activities and food.

Charlotte Goes Green Saint Patrick’s Day Festival

Saturday, March 13 10:00a

at Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC

Wear your green and join the 14th St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Charlotte Goes Green Festival. This is a one-day only event! This is quickly becoming one of Charlotte’s largest parade with over 50,000 spectators this year. The festival will last 8 hours and feature 1 music stage, Irish crafts, food, beer, vendors and more!

Written by Mark Ramsey