E-Newsletter 1061 | June 2023 | |
First Day of Summer: June 21st | |
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Next Town Council Meeting
Monday, June 5th 6:00 P.M.
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Meetings will be held at 6pm at Valdese Town Hall Council Chambers (unless otherwise noted): 102 Massel Avenue South West Valdese NC 28690. All meetings are open to the public. | |
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Rock School Arts Foundation Open Studio
Every Thursday 11-3:00 P.M.
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Rock School Arts Foundation welcomes all two-dimensional artists to paint/draw together on Thursdays in Studio 101, located in the Old Rock School in Valdese, NC. Studio hours will be from 11 am to 3 pm.
All levels are welcome, some experience is recommended since this is not an instructional session.
Participants will need to bring your own subject matter (photo reference or roughed-in subject), canvas or other surface, painting/drawing materials, (including paints/pastels/pens and ink, pencils, brushes, solvents, paint rags). 15 Easels and 3 covered tables, sinks and trash cans are provided.
Why paint together? For the Inspiration, the Fun, the Comradery and Energy, and Peer critique (if desired). This style of collaboration resulted in some of the most important art movements of the centuries. Let’s create something great together!
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Next Planning Board Meeting:
Monday, June 19th 4:00 P.M.
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The Planning Board reviews amendments to the Zoning Ordinance, preliminary and final subdivision plats, rezoning applications and considers other development issues that affect the town. Planning Board members also serve as the town’s Board of Adjustment for any variance cases that may arise. The Planning Board meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 4pm in the office of the Planning Director located at Town Hall - 102 Massel Ave SW.
For more information, please contact Planning Director, Larry Johnson at 828-879-2124 or via email at ljohnson@valdesenc.gov
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June 19-23
9:00-1:00 PM
Ages 5-17
Public performance June 24 at 11:00 AM
Come learn the art of theatre through music, dance and acting with some of the most fun and most talented teachers in the area.
$125 per student
Limited Scholarships available
$25 discount for more than one student per family.
LIMIT OF 25 STUDENTS FOR THE CAMP
Call 828 522-1150 for more information or to register.
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Rock School Arts Foundation is offering two Summer Camps this year. Camp information can be found below:
June 26th through June 30th
Kindergarten through Second Grade (Maximum number of campers 8)
10:00am – 12:00pm
Title of Camp: Art Around the World
Instructor: Janice Harris
Description of art instruction:
Join us for a fun-filled week as we travel around the world and learn about various artists and art. Students will create original art from Africa, Japan, Italy, and Mexico in a variety of mediums on this journey of learning.
Third through Fifth Grades (Maximum number of campers 10)
1:00pm – 3:00pm
Title of Camp: Creative Hands & Hearts
Instructor: Betty Ann Winters
Description of art instruction:
Spend a week playing with twigs, rocks, yarn, flowers, glue & paint ~learn new skills and make fun, beautiful artwork! Paint Rocks, learn to Straw Weave, make a Mobile, Do more than just Write on Paper, and create with Pressed Flowers.
Fee: $60.00 for the week.
Sign up for one or both camps by email rsaf1893@gmail.com or call 828-838-9806.
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Family Friday Summer Concert Series:
Check out the 2023 lineup!
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2023 Independence Day will be held in conjunction with Valdese Summer Concert Series on June 30, 2023.
Each year the Town of Valdese celebrates Independence Day by holding an impressive fireworks display on the football field behind the Old Rock School. Regarded as one of the most impressive fireworks displays in the area, the Town of Valdese sponsors this celebration with a brilliant light display that bursts at a lower altitude which allows for a variety of swirls and explosions. Plenty of ooohs and ahhhs for everyone!
Main Street will close at 5pm to allow cars for the Classic & Antique Car Cruise In to fill the downtown area.
Amusement Rides for all ages & plenty of great eats: Dig'n Dogs, Village Inn Pizza, Pelican's Snowballs, 4 Fosters Slushies, & Frostie's Ice Cream Express
Waldensian Style Wines will be pouring all night! Cool down with a famous Brenda's Peach Bellini!
Event Schedule
5pm - Main Street Closes
5:30pm - Car Show Begins
6:45pm - Opening Announcements
7pm - Band - THE TONEZ
Dusk - FIREWORKS! - Launched from behind the Old Rock School
| 55th Season of the Historic Outdoor Drama "From This Day Forward" | |
This longest running outdoor drama in NC tells the story of the Waldenses, a people from the area known as the Cottian Alps in Northern Italy near the French border, and the founders of the Town of Valdese. See the journey of the Waldenses unfold before your eyes in a tale of faith, courage, and triumph!
July 14 -August 12
Fridays and Saturdays 8:00 P.M.
Fred B. Cranford Amphitheatre
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Attention, Artists!
Register now for the 2023 Valdese Plein Air Fest!
Or become a sponsor!
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Valdese Plein Air Fest is the second annual week-long plein air event for oil, acrylic, gouache, watercolor and pastel painters held in Valdese, NC, the picturesque town located “Where the Piedmont Meets the Mountains.” Up to 40 painters will create their artwork on event-stamped canvas or other art surfaces from September 9th through the deadline for delivery of 3pm on September 15th. Artwork will be placed on display for judging, sale, awards and a reception that takes place Saturday, September 16th from 4 - 6pm in the of Old Rock School. Artist registration fee: $35, includes admission of the artist and one guest at the September 16th reception and awards ceremony. Please note tickets must be purchased for any additional family or friends.
Registration, Event and Ticket Purchase website: valdesepleinairfest.com
Locations: Downtown Valdese (Public areas only) Valdese Lakeside Park, 1149 Rhodhiss Dr. NE; Valdese, NC 28690.
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Burke County's reverse 911 system and Smart911 App link. This is where you can sign up to receive the text alerts, the Smart911 App, and emails you in the event of an emergency. | |
A Message from the Valdese Recreation Department | |
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The Town was pleased to have our Wayne Owens Gymnasium dedication at the end of April. After months of work, the gymnasium is finally open again, and we encourage everyone to come by and see the newly dedicated space. Funding from private donors and the town has gone a long way to revitalizing this space for our community, and we welcome visitors to stop in and see all of the amazing work that has been done, from the new basketball court floor to the new look of the lobby.
With summer almost here, it is almost time for the Bubble to come down at the Community Center. Join us this summer with a three month aquatics membership, with special discounted three month aquatic rates from May 22-June 22. With updated locker room amenities, come be a part of a fun summer tradition for so many.
Wayne Owens was a stalwart for our community youth programming. With Coach Owens in mind, it is incredibly exciting to see so many children from our community taking part in our softball, baseball, and tee ball programs. For the kids this summer, we’ll be offering swim lessons, as well as our summer youth swim team, the Valdese Torpedo Swim Team. We’ll also be hosting our youth Fun Fish event on May 13 for children 4-12 years old. We are also partnering with TennisBloc to offer tennis lessons on Tuesday nights and pickleball instruction on Thursday nights (registration is required).
Out in the parks, we’re excited about the completion of the Valdese Greenway. Starting at McGalliard Falls Park or Valdese Lakeside Park, traverse the two mile trail to see the Fox Den, McGalliard Falls Bridge, or the fishing pier that is currently under construction. New and exciting things are happening all around Valdese Parks and Recreation, so come out and see what all we have to offer.
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The Town of Valdese is an excellent place to work. With friendly co-workers, challenging duties, and an opportunity to interact with the citizens of the best town in America, seeking employment with the Town is a wonderful career decision. | |
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Valdese makes for the perfect day trip!
From historical attractions to lush parks, there is something to interest everyone in our small town! Call 828-874-6774 for ideas to make your day trip unforgettable or check out visitvaldese.com!
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We are OPEN for tours Tuesday - Friday
(Closed Mondays & Holidays)
Morning Tour - 11:00am / Afternoon Tour - 2:00pm
828-874-1111
director@waldensianheritagemuseum.com
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