Downtown Morganton retailers and restaurants contribute to the unique community vibe. Meet Main Street is a video series developed by the Morganton Main Street Office to introduce you to our businesses and their owners. This is Part 6, featuring a portion of West Union Street.

After months of filming downtown video segments, this is the final episode. We hope you've enjoyed getting to know Main Street a little bit more. To review previous videos, visit Downtown Morganton's Facebook or YouTube pages.

They are open 7 days a week from 2:00-10:00pm at 100 Stoney Place. They serve a variety of teas, kratom drinks and of couse fresh kava. They also have a large variety of cbd products, hemp flower, kratom, kava.

Stop in and check out all they have to offer!

The Small Business Utility Assistance Program is for owners of a small business in need of assistance with unpaid City of Morganton utility bills (Electric, Water, Sewer, Telephone, Internet, Cable) between March 1st and August 31st, 2020.  

The business owner must be low to moderate income, or at least 51% of employees must be low to moderate income individuals. Businesses that apply may be awarded up to $1,000 each. 

With your membership at Bigfoot Climbing Gym, you will also receive the option to utilize the space for remote learning.

For more information about Bigfoot Climbing Gym visit: https://www.bigfootclimbinggym.com/

or call them at 828-608-0995

Our first week of tableside wine tastings was a hit, so we'll do it again! There's still a lot of summer left, so let's try some Rosés! We will taste three that are very different from each other:

Klinker Brick "Bricks and Roses" Rosé -- The Klinker Brick Zin has been popular (and we have it on tap), so let's see how the Rosé measures up.

Elizabeth Spencer Rosé of Grenache -- We tasted this recently on one of our VWTs and it was a winner, but we are anxious to compare it alongside some others.

The Prisoner Unshackled Rosé -- The Prisoner, need we say more?

We will bring the wines to your table for you to taste; this is complimentary, as always. Since we are limited on allowed occupancy and we want to be socially responsible, we have a limited number of tables/time slots available between 5:30-8:30pm. See the link below to access SignUp Genius to reserve your spot, c'mon in and sample the wines, then hang out for a glass or two. The bar is open and we have reds, whites and beer on tap if Rosé is not your thing. Feel free to bring dinner or snacks with you.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040D4BAFAC28A02-its

PLEASE READ:

--You may sign up for two consecutive time slots if an hour is not long enough to hang out.

--If tables become available at any time during the wine tasting, we will seat on a first come-first serve basis; but the only way to guarantee a spot is to sign up in advance.

--IF YOU NEED TO CANCEL AFTER MAKING A RESERVATION, PLEASE BE SURE TO DO IT 24 HOURS BEFORE THE TASTING.

—PLEASE DO NOT RESERVE A SPACE AND BE A NO SHOW (we might not let you back in).

--Please be sure to wear your mask until you are seated and if you need to get up. You do not need to wear your mask while you are sipping.

Thanks you for your support and patience as we continue to try to navigate these uncharted waters.

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In celebration of National Farmers Market week, find facts & information about farmers and farmers markets on the Morganton Farmers Market Facebook page! Also, do your part and shop with your local farm vendors at the Morganton Farmers Market.

Join Catawba Brewing Co. and OneBlood this Saturday for a blood drive from 2-7pm! All donors will receive a Catawba gift card, a free Tote-Bag, and a wellness check from One Blood!

Sign up at https://donor.oneblood.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/971818

Justin Clyde Williams and Tyler Hatley bring you 3 hours of original and cover tunes. Come hang with them outside at the Brewery.

Come enjoy our beautiful downtown while taking in the sights and sounds of local businesses and artists during the "Greatest Art Show on Earth"! This circus themed art crawl will feature performers along the streets, reminiscent of circus/festival acts. Whether it is a juggler, contortionist, mime, or aerialist, this will be an art crawl to remember.

More information about the event and the participating venues in the days to come. We currently have the following venues lined up with more to come:

Please remember the 3 W's during the event.

Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck will be at the event, stationed at the intersection of Union and Sterling Streets next to the Courthouse Square. Their menu includes:

Run your own race anytime between September 12-October 12

Due to restrictions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Historic Morganton Festival is on hold until September 10 and 11, 2021. However, we are excited to announce that the annual Sunrise Run on the Greenway is still on! The 2020 Sunrise Run on the Greenway is going VIRTUAL from September 12th to October 12th! Registration is now open for you to run your own race. You can register for a 5K or 10K anytime between now and October 12th. The virtual race will open on Saturday, September 12 (the original race date) and will end at 11:59pm on Monday, October 12. Run the 5K or 10K at any point during the month and then submit your times in your Run Sign Up profile. Run anywhere in town, state, or country! The original race routes will be included online for those interested in running the usual route.

Local businesses need our support now more than ever. In an effort to keep business local, each participant will receive a swag bag including t-shirt, finishers medal, and other surprises (to be announced later) from local Morganton businesses. When signing up please indicate if you'd like to pick up your swag bag in person OR if you would like it mailed to you (an additional mailing fee will be added). Swag bag pick ups and mailings will be available beginning October 12th.

For more details, be sure to follow the Sunrise Run on the Greenway event on Facebook.

Register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/Morganton/SunriseRunontheGreenway?fbclid=IwAR179pdSaoQxZ0f83ID8n1IsYngZX2xneU8ju-iHYEjyO5q3OhOX77aHAHQ

The Fairfield by Marriott Morganton Downtown Historic District is the newest escape at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in western North Carolina. Guests will find simplicity and functionality throughout our hotel, starting with a complimentary hot breakfast and free Wi-Fi throughout their stay. On-site amenities like a fully-equipped expansive fitness center, outdoor pool, while our business center and on-site boardroom enable guests to get down to business. No matter what brings you to the area, you can trust the Fairfield Morganton Historic District to deliver on great service and quality amenities.

Tips & Resources for Small Businesses has moved to an online resource guide. Click the link below for more information on Federal, State, and Private resources, funding options, tips, and community idea exchange.

“Small businesses are more than just job providers, they are pillars of our communities.” ~ North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper