High Point March Tourism Newsletter

High Point will be welcoming the following groups to the city in March. Please welcome them with us.

Disclaimer: Information, on Conventions & Meetings with overnight rooms, is compiled from bookings of the CVB and a number of hotels within the city limits of High Point.  While every effort is made by the CVB to provide complete and accurate information, this is not a complete listing.

Conventions, Meetings and Group Tours

Mar. 4-7, 2010; North Atlantic Airsoft Expo
Facility/Number of Participants: Best Western HP, Showplace, HP Theatre/ 200

Mar. 5-7, 2010; Stellarcon
Facility/Number of Participants: Best Western HP/ 400

Mar. 10-14, 2010; High Point University - Big South Women's Basketball Tournament
Facility/ Number of Participants: City-Wide/ 900

Mar. 11-14, 2010; Atlantic Coast Conference Basketball Tournament (overflow);
Facility/Number of Participants: City-Wide/ 200

Mar. 15-16, 2010; Premarket
Facility/Number of Participants: City-Wide/ 500

Mar. 18-21, 2010; UHC North Carolina Marathon
Facility/Number of Participants: Best Western HP, Showplace/ 3,000

Social Events

Mar. 26-28, 2010; James/Ellsworth Wedding
Facility/Number of Participants: Courtyard/ 50

Country Legends 98.3 and North State Communications sponsor the "Attraction of the Month".   Be sure to listen to 98.3 to see what events are being promoted each month.

The Attractions of the Month in March are "Bring it Home, High Point!" and the UHC NC Marathon!

You can also check out what's going on at Country Legends by visiting www.countrylegends983.com.

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!

Current Exhibits

Mar. 1-3 The Fernanda Piamonti Painting Exhibition will be featured at the Sechrest Gallery at HPU.   Mon.-Thurs. 1pm to 5pm during the academic year. Free. (336) 841-9000.   www.highpoint.edu.

Mar. 1-Apr. 8  "Sports Exhibited" Exhibit at Theatre Art Galleries. Illustrations from the NC Society of Illustrators with images from the world of sports. Works by Ross Holt will be on display in Gallery B and the Hallway. 12pm - 5pm, Tues. - Sat. Free. (336) 887-2137. www.tagart.org.

Mar. 1-Aug. 31 "Tell Me A Story" at the Doll & Miniature Museum of High Point.  An exhibit featuring dolls that appear in children's literature. Tues. - Sat. 10am to 4pm. Sun. 1pm to 4pm. $5 adults; $4 seniors, students and groups 15+; $2.50 youth (6-15 yrs.); Free to children under 6. (336) 885-3655. www.dollandminiaturemuseum.org.

Permanent Exhibit
at High Point Museum

"High Point's Furniture Heritage" Exhibit at High Point Museum. Examine the history of the relationship between the furniture industry and the people of High Point. The exhibit includes interactive elements, photographs, memorabilia, machinery and furniture. Hours: 10am to 4:30pm Tues.-Sat.; 1pm to 4:30pm Sun. Free exhibit. (336) 885-1859. www.highpointmuseum.org.

Mar. 26
Performance by Dave Mason.
8pm. $30.

Visit www.theaquariusmusichall.com for additional information and a complete listing of all performances.

Area Events

Mar. 7 Piedmont Artists Free Concert Series presents Dorothy Childs (Contralto) and Fredricka Dixon (Piano) at Memorial United Methodist Church, 1327 Cedrow Dr. 3pm. (336) 882-7323.

Mar. 11-13 & 18-20 High Point Community Theatre presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church. 7:30pm. $18 adults; $15 seniors/students; $8 12 yrs. and under. (336) 882-2542. www.hpcommunitytheatre.org.

Mar. 14 Piedmont Artists Free Concert Series presents Linda Brown and Caroline B. Kolber playing flute, Helen Rifas on harp and Rebecca B. Hennis doing liturgical dance at the Jamestown United Methodist Church, 403 E. Main Street, Jamestown. 3pm. (336) 882-7323.

Mar. 19-20 Live Healthy Expo at Showplace. Event is held in conjunction with the UHC NC Marathon and is open to the public, offering fitness, wellness & vendors with information, demonstrations & samples. 12pm to 10pm on Friday and 8am to 2:30pm on Saturday. Free. (336) 834-9919. www.ncmarathon.org.

Mar. 19 Friday Night Pasta Reception at Showplace. Event is held in conjunction with the UHC NC Marathon and is open to the public. 6pm. $20. (336) 834-9919. www.ncmarathon.org.

Mar. 20 UHC NC Marathon.  Full and half marathon begin at Showplace, 8am. 5K Run/Walk begins at 9am. Register online at www.ncmarathon.org. $80 full marathon; $90 after Mar. 16; $60 half marathon; $70 after Mar. 16; $30 5K Run/Walk. (336) 834-9919.

Mar. 20 Cherryholmes will perform at High Point Theatre, captivating the audience with twin fiddles, Irish step dancing, classic country yodeling, and old-time claw hammer. 8pm. $25 orchestra seating; $20 balcony seating. (336) 887-3001. www.highpointtheatre.com.

Mar. 20-21 Blacksmithing Demonstration at High Point Museum. Watch a costumed blacksmith in action as he crafts various iron pieces. Sat. 10am to 4pm and Sun. 1pm to 4pm. Free. (336) 885-1859. www.highpointmuseum.org.

Mar. 21 Piedmont Artists Free Concert Series presents Michael Parker (Piano) at First Presbyterian Church, 918 N. Main Street. 3pm. (336) 882-7323.

Mar. 23 Bridal Festival at Castle McCulloch, featuring more than 40 bridal vendors. 6pm to 9pm. Brides can register online for free admission; all others $15. (336) 887-5413. www.castlemcculloch.com.

Mar. 24 HPU Spring Music Festival of Worship at the Hayworth Fine Arts Center. 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Free. (336) 841-9000. www.highpoint.edu.

Mar. 27-28 Natural Egg Dyeing at High Point Museum.  The museum will provide eggs you can dip in dyes made from plant material. Sat. 10am to 4pm; Sun. 1pm to 4pm. $1 per egg; free to members. (336) 885-1859. www.highpointmuseum.org.

Mar. 28 Banff Mountain Film Festival at High Point Theatre. Piedmont Environmental Center presents an evening of spectacular outdoor films showcasing kayaking, skiing, climbing, cycling and vibrant people who make mountain traditions come alive. 7pm. $8 students; $10 in advance; $12 at the door. (336) 887-3001 or (336) 883-8531. www.piedmontenvironmental.com.

Note from Nancy

March is a big month for High Point. For the second year in a row, High Point will host the UHC NC Marathon. We are very excited about their return visit to the area and hope you all will be a part of it. There are many ways to do that. You can walk, you can run, but you can't hide. Be a volunteer, sponsor a booth, contribute give away items for the runners. There are so many opportunities to help. Visit www.ncmarathon.org to see how you can be a part of
this event.

In addition to the UHC NC Marathon, Premarket is happening as well. We are expecting 500 visitors in just two days. In fact, we are estimating over 5,200 group attendees all together for the month of March.

Please continue to submit your community events to the High Point Community Calendar.

Please join us on Facebook and become a fan of the High Point CVB.

"Bring it Home, High Point!" Campaign

The High Point Convention & Visitors Bureau wants to challenge the High Point Community to BRING IT!

If you belong to a group or convention that holds meetings outside of High Point, let the CVB know about it and we will work to bring the group to High Point.

You can send contact information to Marva Wells, Sales Manager, High Point Convention & Visitors Bureau, 300 South Main Street, High Point, NC 27260 or go online to www.bringithomehighpoint.org and enter information there.

All qualified leads will be entered into a drawing for a night on the town.

Become a fan of "Bring it Home, High Point!" on facebook.

Furniture Shopping in High Point

Visitors should take advantage of the information available at the Visitors Information Center, located in the High Point Convention & Visitors Bureau (HPCVB), at 300 S. Main Street.

The Visitors Information Center offers information on furniture shopping as well as maps and individual brochures on some of the furniture stores in the area. Be sure to pick up a Visitor & Dining Guide when you stop by.

Visitors Information Center Hours

Monday ~ Friday
8:30am to 5:00pm
(Visitors Information Center is located at 300 South Main Street, corner of Green and Main, Monday through Friday)
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Saturday
10:00am to 4:00pm
Sunday
1:00pm to 4:00pm
(Visitors Information Center is located in the Doll & Miniature Museum of High Point on Saturday and Sunday, 101 West Green Drive, directly behind the HPCVB office.)

Extended Furniture Store Hours

Take advantage of the extended hours for the following stores.

Furnitureland South
open until 8:30, Fridays
Boyles Furniture
open until 8:30, Fridays
Thomasville Furniture
open 12-5, Sundays
Drexel Heritage
open 12-5, Sundays
Furniture Avenue Galleries
open 1-5:30, Sundays
Abu Oriental Rugs & Home
open 11-4, Sundays

Published by:

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.