Weekly Tourism News | March 4, 2021 |
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In This Issue:
- Opportunity To Present To The Call Center
- Latest Destinations Analysts Travel Sentiment Update
- HPU Invites Community To Enjoy Ice Skating
- Black Powder Smokehouse Adds Catering Site
- Spectrum News Features Gussied Up Picnics
- COVID Vaccine and PPP Updates
- High Point Bloggers To Follow
- High Point's Event Calendar
- High Point Happenings This Week!
- In The News
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Hospitality And Partner Updates |
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Opportunity To Present To The Call Center
Due to the Pandemic, in-person presentations to the call center have been suspended indefinitely. Virtual presentations are welcome and help to ensure the staff is informed about updated tourism development and events for areas around North Carolina. If you are interested in participating in a virtual presentation, please contact Nancy Bowman.
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Latest Destinations Analysts Travel Sentiment Update
Americans’ positivity towards travel reached more pandemic-era peaks as travel plans for even the next few months slowly but surely grow. In a sign of confidence about travel’s safety, Americans traveling for Spring Break look to be prioritizing new destinations for these trips. Most Americans, however, believe mask-wearing will be with us for several months. Click the link below to read the full report!
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HPU Invites Community To Enjoy Ice Skating
Enjoy ice skating at HPU with family and friends! All are welcome, but reservations are required. See the times below and call 336-841-4636 to make your reservation.
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Monday, March 8th- Friday, March 12th
from 3pm-8pm
Saturday, March 13th from 10am-8pm
Sunday, March 14th from 1pm-6pm.
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Black Powder Smokehouse Adds Catering Site
The partners behind Black Powder Smokehouse in Jamestown are expanding their business with a new operation in High Point. Black Powder Catering and Events will open at 621 Greensboro Road to help meet the demand for this side of the business. The venue will also provide space for tastings with brides and grooms, event planners, or anyone having an event. They hope to do retail grab-and-go stuff as well!
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Spectrum News Features Gussied Up Picnics
Spectrum News featured Gussied Up Picnics this week - A Triad woman who has reinvented an old summer classic as a way for friends and family to safely have fun. Betty Robinson-Owens officially launched Gussied Up Picnics, a picnic package service, in February. Each custom-made order features a cheeseboard, plates, cups and utensils, and a complimentary drink delivered to the door. Robinson-Owens is a 10-year Army veteran. After meeting her husband, who still serves, and moving to High Point, she started working as a venue manager. Robinson-Owens was able to build creative and detailed events, and was featured twice in Martha Stewart’s Weddings Magazine.
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COVID Vaccine and PPP Updates |
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Find Your Spot To Take Your Shot
Hotel workers are in Group 4 and next in line for the vaccine regardless of age, health, and/or circumstance. Click on the link below for info in NC to get more information, register and get text notifications about scheduling your vaccine.
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PPP Updates For Your Small Business
The Small Business Administration has some key changes to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) which will be available for a limited amount of time to ensure America’s smallest businesses get exclusive access. If you are a small business owner with fewer than 20 employees, or are self-employed; there is new information for you. Please join the BHP Chamber for a series of webinars hosted by the U.S. Small Business Administration, Public Private Strategies Institute and other stakeholders to hear about:
- What steps you can take now to take advantage of this special opportunity (which closes at 5pm on Tuesday, March 9th, 2021.)
- Additional changes and recent policy announcements made by Biden-Harris Administration
- Have your questions answered by SBA Leadership
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High Point Bloggers To Follow |
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High Point Makes Way for Future Designers - High Point...
To many people outside of High Point, our city is known by our furniture industry. For many inside our city, we see our furniture industry as a part of our identity twice a year, and maybe don't give it much thought the other 50 weeks of the year.
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highpointdiscovered.org
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Living by Design | Allen and James Design
Spring is just around the corner, and we could not be more excited. As the days start to get longer and warmer, we will be spending more time in our outdoor space. The outdoor space is a great way to engage with your friends and family safely.
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allenandjames.com
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Women's History Month at the Museum
In 1980, President Carter issued the first presidential proclamation naming the week of March 8 as National Women's History Week. The following year, the U.S. Congress passed a resolution establishing a national celebration. In 1987, Women's...
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www.ncmuseumofhistory.org
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So...Why Include John Coltrane in a Work of YA Fiction?
I happen to be a white man with a vowel at the end of my last name who lived half his life in the Northeast and half his life in the Southeast region of the United States. So, what the hell am I doing with the words 'John' and ' Coltrane ' on my...
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frankmorelliwrites.com
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High Point's Event Calendar |
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A complete listing on all things happening in the High Point-Jamestown area can be found by clicking on the photo below. Search by category to find special offers, entertainment, virtual experiences, and more! |
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Future Events To Look Forward To! |
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High Point Happenings This Week! |
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Wine Tasting Night at Cork & Grind
Thursday, March 4th | 6pm-8pm
Cork & Grind will be hosting a $7 wine tasting every Thursday where they will have 4 new wines for you to explore and enjoy. Some weeks will focus on certain regions, such as, France, Italy or South Africa; while other weeks may just be 4 delicious wines they want to share with you!
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Discovering Spring Nature Walks With High Point Parks & Recreation
Friday, March 5th | 7am-8:30am
Start your Friday with new sights and sounds as amphibians, wildflowers and birds renew their life cycles. Join PEC naturalists for a walk on the trails to observe the emergence of another season and the changes it bring along. Participants need to dress for the weather and bring binoculars and a water bottle. Because social distancing cannot be guaranteed, participants are asked to wear a face mask.
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Brown Truck Brewery Releases New Beer
Friday, March 5th | 4pm-11pm
Brown Truck Brewery will release their Sour Guava Belgian Blonde! Enjoy this new beer with a pretzel from Field and Forage Food that is now available in the taproom.
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Miss Johnnie Mae's At Cork & Grind
Friday, March 5th | 5pm-9pm
Stop by Cork & Grind where Miss Johnnie Mae’s will be serving Soul~Caribbean~Cajun Cuisine inspired by Grandmothers everywhere!
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High Point Museum Hosts Fifth Annual Family Game Night
Friday, March 5th | 5pm-7pm
Gather your family and join in on a fun evening full of virtual games hosted by the Museum staff. Each “game room” hosts a different virtual game featuring Bingo, Jeopardy, and more. This free event will be fun for children of all ages. You provide the snacks, and they’ll provide the prizes to the winners of the games!
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REAL Kitchen & Market Hosts Live Music
Friday, March 5th | 6pm-8pm
Catch Susanna and Brent at the Real Bar tomorrow night! Call(336) 882-2299 to reserve a table.
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Cork & Grind Hosts Gather & Graze
Saturday, March 6th | 5pm-8pm
The Gather & Graze Co. will be coming to Cork and Grind for a Pop-up Shop! You can pre-order from them for personalized boards or just show up and get one of their amazing already made boards to go with your wine, beer or coffee.
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Brown Truck Brewery Hosts Twin City Mini's
Saturday, March 6th | 5pm-9pm
Spend the evening at Brown Truck Brewery pairing your favorite beer with delicious sliders!
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Goofy Foot Tap Room Hosts Live Music
Saturday, March 6th | 6pm
Don't miss Tony Andrews - a Guitarist, performer, songwriter, and studio engineer at Goofy Foot Tap Room!
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YWCA Hosts Where Do We Go From Here?
Tuesday, March 9th | 12pm
Are you curious about racial equity and want to become more aware of the real issues impacting our community? As a continuation of the YWCA's "Where Do We Go From Here?" series, local leaders discuss an in-depth view of health concerns related to the COVID vaccines and health disparities.
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Living Arts College Hosts Spring Open House
Thursday, March 11th | 3:30pm-6:30pm
Friday, March 12th | 11am-2pm
Living Arts College offers Medical Assisting, Medical Billing & Coding, and Massage Therapy. Tour their new facility, talk with instructors, and meet with former and current students to get a first hand feel of what it is like to attend LAC! Registration is limited by time slots, so please let them know which one you plan on attending! Masks will be required for entry, and temperature checks will be taken at the door.
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In case you missed it, below are recent articles highlighting hospitality, tourism and partners in High Point. |
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1634 North Main Street, Suite 102
High Point, N.C. 27262
336.884.5255
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