Seniors ages 50+, put your table tennis skills to the test on Friday mornings at Highland Recreation Center! Every Friday from July 24 through Sept. 25, play in a round-robin table tennis tournament with fellow seniors from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Chess Club
Check mate! Join us at Highland Recreation Center on Wednesdays from 5-8:30 p.m. for the brand-new Chess Club! Players ages 8 and up are invited to improve their skills and challenge other chess enthusiasts in the community. No registration required.
Saturday Screenings
Saturday Screenings continue this August at Union Square in downtown Hickory! The August films are Inside Out on Aug. 8 and A Minecraft Movie on Aug. 22. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, and settle in with games and concessions before the movies begin at 8:30 p.m.
Community Jam Nights
Mondays at Highland Recreation Center get musical! Bring your instruments and participate in our Community Jam Nights at 6:30 p.m. on Aug. 10 and Aug. 24. No registration required.
Gather & Game
Show off your strategy skills at this month’s Gather & Game night! Play classic board games like Settlers of Catan, Viticulture, and Faraway in a fun, non-competitive environment on Wednesday, Aug. 12, from 6-8:30 p.m. at Highland Recreation Center.
Lightning Bug Boogie 5K
Break out your headlamps because the Lightning Bug Boogie 5K is back at the Lake Hickory Trails! For only $35, you can join us on Friday, Aug. 14, at 9 p.m. for this unique nighttime trail race. Register today!
Kids ages 8-15 are invited to the Punt, Pass & Kick training day on Saturday, Aug. 15! From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., practice your skills and compete for top prizes at the Samuel William Davis, Sr. Multipurpose Field. No registration required.
Back to School Bash
We’re partnering with the Hickory Police Department to host this year’s Back to School Bash on Saturday, Aug. 22, from 5-7 p.m. at Taft Broome Park! This family-friendly event is a great opportunity to send your kids back to school in style with free backpacks and school supplies. We are also providing free haircuts, free face painting, free food, and more!
The Paddle & Picnic Experience
Paddle along scenic Price Lake with us on Friday, Sept. 4! We’re hosting The Paddle & Picnic Experience from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., departing from Highland Recreation Center and enjoying lunch in Blowing Rock before our return to Hickory. With approximately two hours of time on the water and a wide variety of paddle boards and kayaks to choose from, this event is one you don’t want to miss! Registration is now open!
• Ruff, Ruff, Run 5K and Dog Festival – Saturday, Sept. 26
Park Highlight
Hickory Optimist Park features an outdoor basketball court, four outdoor pickleball courts, outdoor fitness zone, walking trails, and brand-new dog park for large and small dogs. Hickory Optimist Park is located at 751 2nd Ave SW in Hickory.
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