Weekly Tourism News | September 1, 2022 |
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In This Issue:
- 11th Annual John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival This Weekend!
- John Coltrane Mural Completed
- Prime Time on Main Event Tonight
- Visitors Center Will Be Closed in Observance of Labor Day
- Visit High Point Hires Lisa Vierling as Executive Administrator
- Guilford County Schools Names Whitney Oakley New Superintendent
- Business High Point - Chamber of Commerce Moved to Congdon Yards
- High Point Food Entrepreneur Collaborative Survey
- Sweet Old Bill’s Joins Certified Autism Destination Initiative
- Charcuterie Design Class at The Blooming Board
- Flow into Fall at Stock + Grain Assembly
- High Point Vets Initiative Employer Engagement Luncheon
- Visit High Point Team Member Feature
- High Point Blogs & Video Series to Follow
- Groups Coming to High Point
- Featured Events and Calendar
- In the News
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Hospitality and Partner Updates |
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11th Annual John Coltrane International Jazz & Blues Festival This Weekend!
Saturday, September 3rd-Sunday, September 4th | 3 pm | Oak Hollow Festival Park
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The 11th Annual John Coltrane International Jazz & Blues Festival kicks off this Saturday with Patti LaBelle, Christian McBride, Jessy J, and more. This is a lineup you do not want to miss. It's not too late to purchase tickets and attend this iconic High Point event! |
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John Coltrane Mural Completed
Famous muralist Brian Lewis finished work on the John Coltrane mural just in time for this weekend's festival and it is already garnering attention. It can be found on the side of the Fowler & Fowler Realtors building at 1301 North Main Street. Be sure to pay High Point's newest mural a visit this weekend and tag #VisitHP on social media!
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Prime Time on Main Event Tonight
Thursday, September 1st | 5 pm-7 pm
1634 North Main Street Suite 102
High Point, NC
Join us tonight for a Prime Time on Main event featuring Connor Cox, with CivicBrand, who is gathering public input for the Community Branding project. Enjoy refreshments from The Blooming Board and beer from The Brewer's Kettle while learning about where they are in the process and providing your own insights. Attending Visit High Point’s event will automatically enter you into a drawing for two two-day general admission tickets to the John Coltrane International Jazz & Blues Festival this weekend!
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Visitors Center Will Be Closed in Observance of Labor Day
The Visitors Center will be closed Monday, September 5th. It will resume normal hours Tuesday, September 6th. The outdoor brochure display will still be available for information on dining, shopping, and nearby attractions.
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Visit High Point Hires Lisa Vierling as Executive Administrator
Lisa Vierling has joined the Visit High Point team as its new executive administrator. Vierling is being passed the torch from the previous VHP Executive Administrator Janet Siler, who is retiring after over two decades in various positions with the organization.
A well-known figure in the community, Vierling comes to Visit High Point after serving as City Clerk for the City of High Point for 21 years.
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Guilford County Schools Names Whitney Oakley New Superintendent
Following an extensive national search, today, during a special meeting, the Guilford County Board of Education named Dr. Whitney Oakley the next superintendent of Guilford County Schools (GCS).
Oakley, who has served as acting superintendent since July, has a longstanding career in public education and extensive experience with GCS. Having served at nearly every level of the education system, Oakley brings more than 20 years of educational experience to the role.
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Business High Point - Chamber of Commerce Moved to Congdon Yards
410 West English Road | High Point, NC
As of August 29th, Business High Point - Chamber of Commerce is officially located in Congdon Yards. Feel free to visit them in the Commons Monday-Friday 9 am to 4 pm.
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High Point Food Entrepreneur Collaborative Survey
The High Point Food Entrepreneur Collaborative is in the beginning stages of establishing a commercial shared-use kitchen and wants your feedback! Take their short, 7-question survey for the chance to win a $50 High Point Farmers Market gift card. The survey will be open through September 30th.
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Sweet Old Bill’s Joins Certified Autism Destination Initiative
Congratulations to Sweet Old Bill's for taking the first step in becoming a Certified Autism Center! We look forward to working with you and making progress towards establishing High Point as a Certified Autism Destination through IBCCES and an even more welcoming place.
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Charcuterie Design Class at The Blooming Board
Wednesday, September 7th | 6:30 pm
142 Church Avenue | High Point, NC
The Blooming Board is hosting a Charcuterie Design Class with owner Brandi Crumley. The class includes a complimentary glass of wine and you will leave with a beautiful charcuterie board to enjoy.
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Flow into Fall at Stock + Grain Assembly
September 11th and 25th, October 9th and 23rd, November 6th and 20th | 10 am-11 am
275 Elm Street | High Point, NC
Stock + Grain Assembly is hosting a "Flow into Fall" series with Humbled Warriors Yoga. The class is designed for all levels and will take place on Festival Plaza. Be sure to bring your own yoga mat and any props you may want to use.
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High Point Vets Initiative Employer Engagement Luncheon
Wednesday, September 21st | 12 pm-1 pm
Millis Boardroom | Congdon Yards
Join High Point Vets to discuss how your company can better acquire and retain veteran employees. The event includes distinguished speakers, General Mabry "Bud" Martin and Jayson Williams, and lunch. This opportunity can be attended in person or virtually.
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Visit High Point Team Member Feature |
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Meet Lisa!
My role on the Visit High Point Team as Executive Administrator is to provide key administrative support to the Visit High Point President, Melody Burnett, as well as the Vice President of Branding, Nancy Bowman, while also supporting the sales, services, marketing, and visitor center departments as needed.
If I might add, I have some very tough shoes to fill! Janet Siler will soon be retiring at the end of September from Visit High Point after 21 years of dedicated service. I am trying my best to take advantage of my time with her and tap into her institutional knowledge.
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What do you like to do in your free time?
I love to take family trips, travel with my husband, spend time with our grandkids and our 9-month-old Shih-tzu puppy, and reading is always relaxing!
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What are you looking forward to about working for Visit High Point?
I look forward to seeing how High Point continues to prosper, the downtown continues to thrive, and staying connected to the community that I love. I look forward to attending various community events and seeing those I already know, and making new acquaintances in my new role!
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What is your favorite vacation?
My favorite vacation spots are the beach and the mountains. We always enjoy the peaceful serenity that both the beach and the mountains offer.
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What are some of your favorite places to go in High Point?
I absolutely LOVE going to the Rockers games and supporting our High Point Rockers baseball team. We are so fortunate to have Truist Point Stadium, which is a state-of-the-art facility, and to have our very own High Point Rockers Atlantic League baseball team! I absolutely take advantage of every opportunity I can to support them.
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High Point Blogs & Video Series to Follow |
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Side by Side with Nido Qubein
Tuesdays at 7:00 pm | PBS NC
This week's Side by Side guest is Patricia Fripp, CSP, CPAE, a Hall of Fame keynote speaker, sales presentation and online learning expert, and executive speech coach. She was the first woman elected as president of the National Speakers Association. In Patricia's career, she has delivered more than 3,500 live presentations as well as hundreds of virtual presentations.
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High Point Discovered Blog
Catch up on High Point Discovered's recent blog posts featuring Blue Hydrangea Boutique and Yumi Sushi. In both of these stories, you will meet the people behind the business and learn what makes them so special. These stories will inspire you and leave you dreaming about some delicious boba tea or a new outfit.
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Groups Coming to High Point |
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This weekend we will have over 6,000 people in High Point for the 11th Annual John Coltrane International Jazz and Blues Festival. Please join us in giving them a warm welcome to our city! |
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Featured Events and Calendar |
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Click on the photo below for a complete listing of all things happening in the High Point-Jamestown area. |
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The Events Calendar is a great platform for local businesses to promote their events and specials in a free way. At the Visitors Center, we not only promote this calendar to locals but also to visitors who are planning a trip to High Point. We also use the Events Calendar when finding content for blogs, Visit High Point Facebook and Instagram pages, and newsletters. Help us keep this calendar full and show off all High Point has to offer! |
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ICYMI—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
Text 'VisitHP' to 95000
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