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City of Hickory Monthly e-Newsletter | January 2025

New Sculpture Alert

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A new metal sculpture of a butterfly adorns the grounds of Sally Fox Park in Hickory. The public art piece titled “Swallowtail II” was created by North Carolina artist Jim Weitzel and commissioned by the City of Hickory Public Art Commission (PAC) for Hickory’s public art collection.

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Youth Volleyball & Lacrosse Registration

Registration is now underway for the City of Hickory's Youth Volleyball and Lacrosse programs. Participation is free to all City of Hickory residents, and nonresidents can also participate by paying a $40 nonresident fee. The Youth Volleyball program is offered to girls ages 9-15, and the Youth Lacrosse program is offered to boys and girls ages 5-14. Sign up for these spring sports by Jan. 15.

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Business Development Programs

Image of a succesful casual business woman using laptop during meeting

The City of Hickory is committed to promoting business and economic development and offers a range of incentives to new and expanding businesses. If you have a startup or existing business that needs assistance, consider applying for the City of Hickory's Microenterprise Grant or Small Business Loan programs. For more information, please click the button below or reach out to the Office of Business Development at 828-323-7414.

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Calendar of Events

NEW YEAR'S DAY CLOSURE

Wednesday, January 1

DOG MAN PARTY!

Thursday, January 2

11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Registration Required

Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

CLASSIC FILMS WITH JOE BARRETT: THE VERDICT

Thursday, January 2

5:30-7:30 p.m.

Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

WINTER BREAK CAMP

Friday, January 3

8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Registration Required

Highland Recreation Center

6 WEEK FITNESS CHALLENGE

January 6 - February 15

Highland Recreation Center

HICKORY CITY COUNCIL

Tuesday, January 7
6 p.m.

City Council Chambers at City Hall
HickoryNC.gov

NACHO HOUSE CAT STEAM STORY HOUR

Wednesday, January 8

4-4:45 p.m.

Registration Required

Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

ADULT SING ALONG

Thursday, January 9

1-2 p.m.

Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

KNOTTY HOUR: CROCHET BANDANA

Thursday, January 9

5:30-6:30 p.m.

Ridgeview Branch Library

DIY WELCOME MATS

Saturday, January 11

10:30-11:30 a.m.

Registration Required

Ridgeview Branch Library

BRIGHTENING THE DARK DAYS: UNDERSTANDING SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER

Thursday, January 16

10-11 a.m.

Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

STICKERPALOOZA!

Thursday, January 16

6-7 p.m.

Ridgeview Branch Library

FREE SHRED EVENT WITH ENVIROSHRED

Saturday, January 18

10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Limit 2 boxes/bags

Patrick Beaver Memorial Library Lawn

LINE DANCE CLASS

Saturday, January 18

3:30-4:30 p.m.

Ridgeview Branch Library

MLK DAY CLOSURE

Monday, January 20

TASTY TALES: TACO SOUP

Tuesday, January 21

4:30-6 p.m.

Registration Required

Ridgeview Branch Library

HICKORY CITY COUNCIL

Tuesday, January 21
6 p.m.

City Council Chambers at City Hall
HickoryNC.gov

COMMUNITY APPEARANCE COMMISSION BEAUTIFICATION AWARDS

Tuesday, January 21

5 p.m.

City Hall Atrium

AUTHOR SCOTT REINTGEN

Thursday, January 30

6-7 p.m.

Patrick Beaver Memorial Library

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