JANUARY 11, 2023

A weekly lifestyle e-newsletter covering where to eat, drink, shop, and play in Cabarrus County.

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🥕👟 Health & Fitness Trends for 2023

As the new year begins, health and fitness resolutions continue to be a priority. Gym regulars dread the month of January when all of the “newbies” show up and classes and weight rooms are more crowded. However, we want to see Cabarrus County be as healthy as possible.

For anyone who has not found their fitness home yet this year, we have pulled together 6 Health and Wellness Trends and a comprehensive list of businesses offering lots of different ways for you to reach your fitness goals all year long on our website. Don’t see your favorite fitness facility listed? Let us know via our Content Proposals page and we will get them added!

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Family March and Wreath Laying Ceremony to Highlight an MLK Weekend Celebration

Several events are planned around Cabarrus County to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Everyone is welcome to attend.

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☑️ MLK DreamDay Parade: The MLK DreamDay Parade will begin on Saturday, January 14th at A.L. Brown High School – 415 Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, Kannapolis @ 9:00 am. The parade will march the length of Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue and end at Atrium Health Ballpark. 

⚡🚘 You May Be More Ready for an Electric Vehicle Than You Realize

Think owning an Electric Vehicle (EV) is just too complicated?

Are you still holding out due to range anxiety?

What many two-car families are choosing to do is keep one vehicle for that road trip to the beach while the other is reserved for local trips, easily less than a hundred miles a day – a perfect EV option! And what could be simpler than plugging in your car to charge overnight just like you do your cell phone?

• When it comes EVs, Tesla isn’t the only game in town. Nearly every auto manufacturer is bringing EVs to market, from compact crossovers and SUVs to luxury sedans and trucks. There are now more options than ever to fit any budget or any lifestyle.

💰💰 With some manufacturers offering incentives to install 240V “Level 2” chargers at no additional cost and with EV federal tax credits returning this year, now is the perfect time to consider an EV for your next vehicle. Here are just some of the EVs already arriving and coming soon to the Ben Mynatt Family of Dealerships.

🍕 New Pizzeria Makes You Feel Like Family 🍕

It’s noon on Saturday and the newly opened Hawthorne’s has people seated at every booth and table. The family-friendly pizzeria gives off uptown chic vibes with gold chandeliers and marble bar countertops. This is the 9th Hawthorne’s location for owners, John and Michael Adams and their partner Carlo Martinez. Michael sits and talks with us for a while, and you can’t help but get caught up in his excitement as he shares with us about this latest venture.

Hawthorne’s motto is FAMILY OWNED. FAMILY FIRST. Hailing from New York, Hawthorne’s owners came together to be a beacon of unity and family values in our communities. At first glance, Hawthorne’s may seem like a million other pizza joints. But if you take a closer look, you will see the owners answering the phones, busing tables, cooking in the kitchen, and folding stacks of cardboard pizza boxes alongside the staff.

New Online Store Features First Responder-Inspired Clothing

The Liberty & Co. online store was founded in 2022 by Haylee Shuping. Her husband, Concord Police Officer Jason Shuping, was tragically killed while serving in the line of duty on December 16, 2020. After her husband passed, she realized she needed to take greater precautions in protecting herself and obtained a concealed carry permit.

Learn more about Haylee’s journey, all of her first responder-inspired clothing and accessories, and the impact she is having in the community supporting law enforcement officers. She is also offering a special promo code for Cabarrus Weekly subscribers.

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💖 The Ultimate Evening Out with Your Gals!

Valentine's Day is Coming Early to Cabarrus County!

• Don't worry, you can still plan a special night out with your sweetheart for the 14th, but on Thursday, February 9th from 4:00-7:30 pm, you will want to be in downtown Concord with your girlfriends for an amazing evening of dining and shopping.

Several stores have joined forces to offer a special Galentine's Day experience with a dinner at Table 11 and an opportunity to visit all of the participating stores that are conveniently located very close to each other for a fun experience. But HURRY - tickets are limited and this event will probably sell out. Order yours online today.

Package Options: Alcohol Package: $150 OR Non-Alcohol Package: $145

👗 Dress from Ashton Renee Boutique

💐 Floral Arrangement from Cut at an Angle

✨ Pair of Earrings from The Bead Lady

🍽️ Dinner at Table 11 with a glass of wine or a beer

🧁 Cupcake from A Sweet Life

💘 Valentine's item from Shoe Bee Do

🍷 Bottle of Wine (Alcohol) OR Valentine's Gift (Non-Alcohol) from The Mercantile

Noteworthy Nuggets

• 🏠 Novi Flats in Downtown Concord is now leasing for April 2023! This new addition to Concord will offer upscale finishes in all 48 of its residential units.
• ☠️ Americas WILDEST Monster Truck Show is coming to the Cabarrus Arena on Saturday, January 21st. Event times are 1:00 & 7:00.
• 🎹 Be sure to check out Uptown Dueling Pianos LIVE at Old Armor Beer Company @ 8:00 pm on Saturday, January 14th. It’s a new year with all new opportunities to hear your favorite songs!
• 🎨 Bring your child to Village Park on January 16th for Fun and Art. This guided art class will encourage your child's creativity. All supplies and materials will be provided. The cost is $10. Ages 8 and up are welcome.
• 👰 Events by Victoria is hosting a Bridal Expo at the Swanee Theatre on Saturday, January 14, 2023. At the show, you will have the opportunity to sample foods and desserts, watch a fashion show, shop for vendors, and possibly win some prizes. The event runs from 1-4 pm. The entrance fee is $5.