High Point Convention & Visitors Bureau

 

 
 

September Newsletter

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Conventions, Meetings and Group Tours

Sept. 4-6, 2008;  High Point University - Volleyball Classics
Facility/Number of Participants:
  Radisson/ 138

Sept. 7-8, 2008;  Miss North Carolina USA Pageant - Seminar and Trunk Show
Facility/Number of Participants:
  Radisson/ 200

Sept. 8-9, 2008;  SYSCO Food Services of Charlotte - Tradeshow
Facility/Number of Participants:
  Radisson, Showplace/ 2,300

Sept. 11-14, 2008;  NC Speech, Hearing & Language Assn. - Fall 2008 Meeting
Facility/Number of Participants:
  Radisson/ 150

Sept. 12-14, 2008;  Credit Professionals Association of the Triad
Facility/Number of Participants:
  Radisson/ 30

Sept. 15-17, 2008;  NC Dept. of Corrections - Division of Prisons
Facility/Number of Participants:
  Radisson/ 250

Sept. 24-26, 2008;  NC Assn. of Rehabilitation Facilities - Annual Conference & Tradeshow
Facility/Number of Participants:
  Radisson/ 100

Sept. 26-28, 2008;  American Contract Bridge League
Facility/Number of Participants:
  Radisson/ 100

Sept. 26-28, 2008;  NC State Youth Council - Fall Conference
Facility/Number of Participants:
  Courtyard, Oakview Rec. Center/ 75

Sept. 30-Oct. 3, 2008;  NC Jail Administrators Association
Facility/ Number of Participants:
  Radisson/ 200

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Social Events

Sept. 19-20, 2008;  Murray/Easter Wedding
Facility/Number of Participants:
  Radisson/ 150

Sept. 19-20, 2008;  Womack/Calhoun Wedding
Facility/Number of Participants:
  Radisson/ 50

Sept. 26-28, 2008;  Ragsdale High School - 30th High School Reunion
Facility/Number of Participants:
  Radisson/ 100

Sept. 26-28, 2008;  Harrell/Tubbs Wedding
Facility/Number of Participants:
  Radisson/ 50

Sept. 27-28, 2008;  East Davidson High School Class of '88 Reunion
Facility/Number of Participants:
  Radisson/ 100

sporting event

 Sporting Events

There are no college sporting events scheduled for this week.

 

Think Green. Go Green!

In addition to the e-newsletter, the High Point Convention & Visitors Bureau continues to think of ways to Go Green.  We hope everyone continues to
THINK GREEN. GO GREEN!

Area Events

Area Events

 Sept. 1-30 Stitching History: A Focus on the American Cloth Doll exhibit at Doll & Miniature Museum of High Point. Mon. - Fri. 10am to 4pm, Sat. 9am to 4pm and Sun. 1pm to 4pm. $5 adults, $4 seniors, $2.50 6-15 yrs. (336) 885-3655.

Sept. 1-Oct. 11  180 Days 180 Students by Sally Jacobs and the Pastel Society of NC will both be on exhibit at the Theatre Art Galleries.  Free exhibit.  (336) 887-2137.

Sept. 1-Oct. 18 Farmers Market and Flea Market at the Culler Senior Center. Open Wednesdays and Saturdays from day break until mid morning. (336) 883-3584.

Sept. 1-Oct. 26  Go through a ten acre corn field maze at Maize Adventure.  Find your way through twisting and turning paths.  Gem Dig, Fossil Dig and Pumkin Patch also available.  $10 general admission/$9 Groups 10 or more.  (336) 431-1700.

Sept. 1-Oct. 31 Gold and Gem Panning at Castle McCulloch. Pan for gold Monday - Wednesday 2pm to 4pm and Sunday 11am to 5pm. All other days by appointment only.  (336) 887-2206.

Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25  Let's Talk Cars! at Kagan's parking lot.  Local car buffs gather every Thursday to show off their oldies and classics.  6pm.  Free event.  (336) 882-8809.

Sept. 6-7, 21 Blacksmithing Demonstration at High Point Museum.  Saturday 10am to 4pm and Sunday 1pm to 4pm.  Free event.  (336) 885-1859.

Sept. 6-Oct. 5  North Carolina Shakespeare Festival presents their mainstage season at High Point Theatre.  Much Ado About Nothing and King Lear.  Call the HP Theatre box office for ticket prices and performance times.  (336) 887-3001.

Sept. 13 Harvest Moon Paddler for Singles at Piedmont Environmental Center.  Enjoy an evening canoe paddle on High Point City Lake.  7:30pm to 9:30pm.  $15.  (336) 883-8531.

Sept. 13  "Maggie Bessie Doll of Old Salem" Tea Talk at the Doll & Miniature Museum of High Point with Doll Expert Bradley Justice.  2pm.  Reservations required. Limited seating.  $15.  (336) 885-3655.

Sept. 16  Bridal Festival at Castle McCulloch featuring more than 40 vendors.  6pm to 9pm.  $15.  (336) 887-5413.

Sept. 20  38th Annual Day in the Park at City Lake Park.  11am to 5pm.  Free event.  (336) 889-2787.

Sept. 23  Furniture Industry Discussion Session at High Point University, La-Z Boy conference room.  Topic:  Style Matters: Furniture Design.  6:30pm to 8pm.  Free event.  (336) 885-1859.

Sept. 23-Jan. 25 Growing Seasons: An American Farm Family at the Beginning of the Twentieth Century exhibit at High Point Museum.  Free exhibit. (336) 885-1859.

Sept. 25-Nov. 1  Kersey Valley Spooky Woods.  Visit the most famous haunted trail on the East Coast.  $22.  (336) 431-1700.

Furniture

Extended Furniture Store Hours

Be aware of the extended hours for
the following stores.

Furnitureland South
open until 8:30, Thursdays and Fridays

Drexel Heritage
open 12-5, Sundays

Maitland-Smith & La Barge, Hinkle Furniture
open 1-5, Sundays

Furniture Avenue Galleries
open 1-5:30, Sundays

Abu Oriental Rugs & Home
open 11-4, Sundays

High Point Home Furnishings Center
open 10-5, Sundays

STORES THAT ARE NO LONGER OPEN ON SUNDAY

Boyles Furniture
Gently Touched Furnishings
Thomasville Furniture
Ziba Oriental Rugs

Bring it Home, High Point! Campaign

Everyone is a member of some organization. Why not meet in High Point. Contact us at 884-5255 and if your group books a meeting in High Point, you will receive a custom design High Point Afghan!
So, come on everyone,
Bring it Home, High Point!

High Point Highlights the North Carolina Shakespeare Festival this month. 

The NCSF will present their mainstage season from September 6th through October 5th with Much Ado About Nothing and King Lear. 

Plan to attend one or both plays this season at High Point Theatre, downtown High Point. 

For additional information on the North Carolina Shakespeare Festival visit www.ncshakes.org or call the HP Theatre box office for ticket information at 336.887.3001. 

 


 

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High Point Convention & Visitors Bureau
300 South Main Street | High Point | NC 27260
336.884.5255 phone | 336.884.5256 fax
www.highpoint.org | hpcvb@highpoint.org

Questions or comments: nbowman@highpoint.org

The information contained in this publication has been compiled using data provided by the various businesses and sources listed. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, the HPCVB cannot assume responsibility for omissions or errors.