Hickory NC Real Estate Blog

WHO Hickory Crawdads

WHAT Autumn Bash

WHERE Crawdads Stadium

WHEN Saturday November 7, 2009 from 11am - 1pm

WHY Fun with the Family

HOW MUCH Free Admission

The Crawdads will be welcoming Autumn with numerous fall-themed activities, including horse-drawn carriage rides from Carolina Carriage Company, fun fall games on the outfield, tunes with Soundstorm DJs and face-painting.

All kids can also run the bases on the field and test out their throwing arms with the Crawdads Speed Pitch.

Concessions will be available: $1 hot dogs and fountain sodas, free popcorn

Everyone is also invited to wear their Halloween costumes one last time and collect some extra Halloween candy, as well as one complimentary ticket good for any Crawdads home game in April or May this season.

The Crawdads are also teaming up with Cooperative Christian Ministry to hold a coat drive at the Autumn Bash, and are asking for help to make sure that everyone in our community has the chance to stay warm this winter. All fans that donate a coat at the Autumn Bash will also receive a complimentary ticket for an April or May game in 2010.

For more information regarding the Crawdads Autumn Bash, call the Front Office at (828) 322-3000.

1331 Ripken Drive Hickory NC 28602

PRICE REDUCED TO $159,900

MLS# 9547083

Wonderful super home on a cul-de-sac in Hidden Creek Estates. This home has three bedrooms and two and a half baths. The living room has a cozy gas fireplace.  The kitchen has a lot of cabinet and counter space. The master bedroom is on the main level and the two additional bedrooms are large and feature plenty of room for storage.

The exterior has been recently painted and the inside has been very well maintained over the years.  There is a two car garage and a nice flat driveway. The backyard features a deck that is perfect for entertaining.

SCHOOLS:
Blackburn Elementary
Jacobs Fork Middle School
Fred T. Foard High School

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Conover NC Home for Sale  $139,000

1491 Mayfair Drive Conover NC 28613

MLS #9548617

Great one level home with a wonderful layout just off Thornburg Drive and convenient to Interstate 40.

This home features three bedrooms and two baths. It has a vaulted ceiling and gas fireplace in living room. The master bedroom has a tray ceiling. The ceilings throughout the house have a premium all smooth ceilings. The master bath features double sinks and an extra large tiled tub shower combo as well as 2 closets. The kitchen has lots of counter space and cabinets for storage as well as room for a large table. The house also has a separate laundry room and abundant closet space through out. The two car garage has extra storage. This home has a lot to offer.

SCHOOLS:
Claremont Elementary School
River Bend Middle School
Bunker Hill High School

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WHO  Bethlehem Fire Department

WHAT  Haunted Trail

WHERE  Bethlehem NC

WHEN  October 23 and 24 and October 30 and 31, from 7 p.m. until -

HOW MUCH   $6.00 per person at the door or $4.00 per person in advance

DIRECTIONS: Travel Hwy. 127 to Richey Road (turn beside Bethlehem Baptist Church), then travel 1/4 mile down Richey Road, and the Haunted Trail is located on the left at Command Paint Ball Field.

The cost is $6.00 per person at the door or $4.00 per person in advance. Advanced tickets can be purchased from any member of the fire department.

The event will be closed if it is raining in Bethlehem.

Concessions will be available at the door: hotdogs, hamburgers, nacho chips, soups, cookies, cakes, drinks, hot chocolate and coffee will be available for purchase.

For more information, contact Shannon Lowrance, Bethlehem Fire Chief at 828-495-7411 or e-mail: firechief320@charter.net

     WHO  Alexander County Residents

  WHAT  Clean Alexander Day

WHERE  Alexander Convenience Centers

WHEN  Saturday October 31, 2009 from 8am - 4pm

    Alexander County citizens will be allowed to dispose of their trash at convenience sites and the landfill at no charge.

The operating hours at the Convenience Centers and the Landfill will be extended to 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 31, 2009 only.

The convenience centers will only accept bagged household trash.

The landfill will not accept any liquid material, light ballast, hazardous materials, or any material containing asbestos. All citizens are urged to take part in the countywide cleanup day.

For further information please contact Alexander County Solid Waste at 828-632-9467 or 632-1101.

HICKORY NC Bring Your Paintbrush and Buy this Super Fixer Upper

411 8th Avenue Drive NW Hickory NC 28601

Only $89,900     MLS #9547081

Super starter home in NW Hickory under $100,000. This home features three bedrooms and one bath. The home has hardwood floors and ceramic tile. It has a large kitchen and dining room with built in hutch. Behind the house is a partially enclosed car port with room for two cars and some added storage.

The home is within walking distance to the Hickory Foundation YMCA.

Check this one out now it will not last long.

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SCHOOLS:
Oakwood Elementary
Northview Middle Schools
Hickory High School

Time is Running out....  The HBA Shotgun Bonanza

October 24th 9am - 2pm

Hunting Creek Preserves - Harmony NC

13 Station Sporting Clay Event - Breakfast and Lunch Served

$75 per Shooter or $15 per Spectator - meals included 

Novice Shooters are welcome - Shooters under 18 must be accompanied by a parent.
 
 
If you are planning to participate, send in your registration as soon as possible.
 
25% of the proceeds from this event will be donated to the Boys Scouts to be used as scholarship money for their summer camps.

We are asking that you spread the word about this event by forwarding this email to your contacts.

Please help us support this cause!
 

There are still sponsorship opportunities available.

Station Sponsorships (similar to hole sponsors in a golf tournament) are only $75.
This is a great way to get your name out to non-members.

We need door prizes for participants. 

 
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Contact Melissa Maiella if you have any questions about how to get involved in the Shotgun Bonanza.

Melissa Maiellla - Director of Communications & Membership
Home Builders Association of Hickory-Catawba Valley
3145 Tate Blvd. SE, Hickory, NC 28602
828.322.6482      828.324.4663 fax 

The Home Builders Association of Hickory-Catawba Valley is a trade association consisting of building industry professionals striving to fulfill the American dream of homeownership since 1970. A not-for-profit organization, the HCVHBA provides networking and educational opportunities, sponsors community development initiatives and represents its members in matters of government relations and advocacy.

WHO Catawba County Dept of Utilities

WHAT Household Hazardous Waste Disposal

WHERE   L.P. Frans Stadium 2500 Clement Boulevard off Highway 321 in northwest Hickory

WHEN  Saturday, November 7, 2009 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Organizers of the collection say this is a very important event, because these are products which should not just be thrown away as one might throw out other garbage. These substances are hazardous and must not be poured out on the ground, thrown in with other trash or buried because they could easily contaminate ground water.

Household Products: paints, cleansers, solvents, antifreeze, batteries or used motor oils 

Electronics:cell phones, old television sets, computer monitors, laptops, floppy drives, hard drives, ink/toner cartridges, modems, answering machines, CD players, tape players, calculators, copiers, duplicators, electronic typewriters, pagers, remote controls, scanners, stereos, radios, cable and wire, and VCRs.

(Please Note:  Synergy will destroy data and data bearing devices. The County cannot guarantee the non-disclosure of any information left on equipment.)

Not Included:  radioactive wastes; biologically active or infectious wastes; unknown gases or chemicals; dioxin related waste; explosives and tires.

This year's collection event is sponsored by:

Catawba County Department of Utilities and Engineering

GDS - Garbage Disposal Service

North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

North Carolina Cooperative Extension-Catawba Center

For more information on this one day collection, you may contact the Catawba County Department of Utilities and Engineering at 828-465-8217.

ATTENTION FIRST TIME HOMEBUYERS -  Price Reduced to $99,900.

413/415 4th Street SW Conover NC 28613

$99,900   MLS #9548116

All brick ranch style home in Conover and close to downtown. This lovely home has three bedrooms and one bath. It has original hardwood floors, fireplace, crown moldings and a lot of 1950's charm. The kitchen has a nice eat-in area.  The bathroom has the original classic tile. The home includes the washer and dryer. The HVAC was replaced in 2008.

The house includes the neighboring lot for a total of 1.65 acres.  Buyers can use the lot to enjoy themselves, or build another house, and/or sell later. The extra lot can make a great investment opportunity. This home has great potential.

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SCHOOLS:
Shuford Elementary School
Newton-Conover Middle School
Newton-Conover High School

WHO Catawba County Parks

WHAT Catawba County Parks 10 Year Anniverary Celebration

WHERE  Bakers Mountain Park - 6680 Bakers Mountain Road Hickory NC 28602 

WHEN October 24, 2009 starting at 3pm

Join in on the last of our three-park celebration commemorating the Catawba County Parks Division 10-year anniversary by coming out to Bakers Mountain Park for an evening of family fun and stargazing!

3pm - History Hike lead by Ranger John Sutton. 

You will learn about both the geological history of the mountain as well as historical information on folks who called the mountain home and used its resources in the earlier part of the last century.

This will be a moderate hike lasting about one and one half hours. Please wear comfortable shoes.

6pm - Ranger John Sutton will then head for the top of the mountain for a Night Hike in the forest.

You will just make it to the observation platform in time to see the sunset and prepare yourself for a breathtaking view of the surrounding valley.

The best part is that the Catawba Valley Astronomy Club will be there with a telescope set up at the top for an even better view of the crisp, October sky!

You will then make our way back down the road in the darkness to listen for owls and look for any critters that may be moving about.

Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a flashlight!

7 pm - Rangers Frank Porch and Tabitha Hope will entertain us with ghost stories around the campfire.

They will spin tales of spooky happenings that are sure to keep you on the edge of your seats and make chills run down your spine while we make s'mores by the fire.

If the tales are too spooky you can head over to the telescopes that will be set up near the office to gaze at the heavens and learn more about the night sky from volunteers from the Catawba Valley Astronomy Club!

Bring a chair and a flashlight.

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Contact Ranger John Sutton at jsutton@catawbcountync.gov  or call 828-324-8461 to register for any of these special events.

Catawba Science Center - Fright Light

WHO: Calling All Halloween Fans

WHAT: Fright Light

WHERE: Millholland Planetarium at the Catawba Science Center

WHEN: Friday October 23, 2009 Shows at 7, 8:30 and 10 p.m. Run time is 45 minutes.

Halloween fun with:

Monster Mash by Boris Pickett

Thriller by Michael Jackson 

Iron Man by Black Sabbath Enter Sandman by Metallica

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The Millholland Planetarium uses an AVI SkyLase full-dome laser system, enabling CSC to offer dynamic laser light shows, bringing you modern pop, alternative, holiday and classic rock presentations like you've never experienced before.

SkyLase has three lasers, each with a pure, solid core made of elements like lithium or garnet. Electricity is pumped through the element, exciting electrons in the atoms and producing light of a single wavelength, creating sharp red, blue and green colors that can be mixed to make every color of the rainbow.

TICKET PRICES:

CSC Members: $5
Nonmembers: $8

Call (828) 322-8169 to purchase in advance.

HICKORY NC Bring Your Paintbrush and Buy this Super Fixer Upper

Only $92,000   MLS #9547081

 Super starter home in NW Hickory under $100,000. This home features three bedrooms and one bath. The home has hardwood floors and ceramic tile. It has a large kitchen and dining room with built in hutch. Behind the house is a partially enclosed car port with room for two cars and some added storage.

The home is within walking distance to the Hickory Foundation YMCA.

Check this one out now it will not last long.

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SCHOOLS:
Oakwood Elementary
Northview Middle Schools
Hickory High School

Catawba County Teen Read Week

WHO  Catawba County Library System

WHAT  Teen Read Week

WHERE  Catawba County Library in Newton NC

WHEN   October 18 - 24, 2009

WHY   Encouraging Life-long learning and the Joy of Reading

The observance is designed to encourage youth to visit their public and school libraries, choose their own reading material and read for pleasure.

The theme this year is "Read Beyond Reality." The observance underscores the library's mission of fostering life-long learning, the joy of reading, cultural appreciation and creative thinking for all ages.

GAME DAY - Friday October 16th from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. in Newton

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TEEN ADVISORY BOARD - Saturday October 17th at 2 p.m. Newton

The group of youth who help library staff plan programs and select materials.

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MONSTER BALL - Tuesday October 20th beginning at 5:30 p.m. in Newton

Youth are invited to dress as their favorite book character and join the fun including free pizza.

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TEEN READ PROGRAM - Tuesday October 20th at 6:30  in St.Stephens.

The program will include information about how to succeed in school.

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CAREER JOURNALING SESSION - Thrusday October 22nd at 4pm - Southwest Branch

The library invites ages 12 and up to take part.

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All of the programs are free and open to the public. For more information, contact Richard Griffin, Youth Services librarian, at 465-8668 or the branch where a particular event will be held.

Taylorsville NC Apple Festival

October 17, 2009 from 9:00am - 5:00pm

The streets of Taylorsville fill to overflowing for the Annual Taylorsville Apple Festival which draws an estimated 30,000 attendees and hosts over 250 exhibit booths. The festival provides a fantastic assortment of entertainment, food and vendors.

The festival boasts 3 entertainment stages: The Main Stage on the courthouse lawn, the Gospel Stage at the west end of the festival, and the Children's Stage on the east end of the festival. The Kid's Korner is the biggest draw for our younger attendees.

The Kid's Korner has hosted in the past, pony rides, mechanical bucking bull rides, pitching booths, numerous professional inflatables, puppet shows, music and much more.

Food vendors surround the courthouse emitting some of the most wonderful smells and best tasting food you'll find in the Carolinas. One can find, chopped barbeque, eggrolls, hamburgers and hotdogs, barbeque chicken, Italian sausages, and the list goes on.

Friends of Hickory Public Library Annual Book Sale Set for Oct. 8 to 11

WHO Friends of Hickory Public Library

WHAT Annual Book Sale

WHERE Patrick Beaver Memorial Library 375 3rd Street NE Hickory NC

WHEN October 8 to 11, 2009

WHY  Proceeds will allow the library to purchase items and present programs that are not included in its regular budget.

HOW MUCH   hard covers $1.00 or $2.00 depending on condition, paperbacks $.50, and children's books $.50 to $2.00

Thursday, Oct. 8 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. is Friends' Night. Members only are offered first choice of the books. Memberships are available at the door.

The sale is open to the public on Friday, Oct. 9 and Saturday, Oct. 10 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Sunday features the "Bag of Books Sale" from 2:00 - 4:30 p.m. Fill a grocery bag (bags provided) with books for just $3.00.

The books offered for sale have been removed from the library's shelves or donated by area residents. Prices are: hard covers $1.00 or $2.00 depending on condition, paperbacks $.50, and children's books $.50 to $2.00.

A selection of special books may be offered at a slightly higher price. Some encyclopedias, National Geographic magazines, books on tape, cassettes and videos will also be available.

For information about the sale or Friends' membership, call the library at 304-0500.

Catawba County Bikes for Tykes Program

The Hickory Fire Department, in conjunction with the Christmas Bureau, is asking for new and like new bikes and tricycles for needy children to be given out at Christmas time.   

Last year 615 brand new bikes and 500 helmets were donated.

If you have a bike or tricycle that you would like to donate, please drop them off at any of the Hickory fire stations between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. 

The main drop off point will be fire station #5 located on Sweetwater Road.  

Persons needing directions or having questions, please call 828-323-7420.

The "Bikes for Tykes" program is an effort to benefit needy children served by the Catawba County Christmas Bureau. 

The toys will then be distributed through the Catawba County Christmas Bureau at the American Legion Fairgrounds in December. 

SOLD: HOME IN HICKORY NC

1274 39th Street Circle SW Hickory NC 28602

$117,000

Perfect home with three bedrooms and two full baths. The living room, dining room, and kitchen have an open layout with new laminate wood floors. The kitchen has extra cabinets and a new tile counter. The home has all new paint and ceiling fans. The master bedroom has it's own bathroom with double sinks and jetted tub. The back yard is an entertainer's dream with a great deck. There is a wooden bridge that crosses a stream that flows through the back yard. Off the deck is a fish pond and fountain. This home has abundant living space both indoors and out.

SCHOOLS:
Southwest Elementary School
Grandview Middle School
Hickory High School

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WHO: Hickory Police Department & Animal Advisory Board

WHAT: Rabies Vaccination Clinic

WHERE: Hickory Police Headquarters 347 2nd Avenue SW Hickory

WHEN: October 10, 2009 between 2-5pm

WHY: Best way to protect your pets

HOW MUCH: $7 each

The clinic will be open rain or shine. 

All rabies vaccinations will be $7 and given by a local veterinarian.

North Carolina law says that, in all counties where a campaign of vaccination is being conducted, it shall be the duty of the owner of every dog and cat over four months of age to have them vaccinated every three years.

For more information, contact Hickory Police Department at (828) 324-2060.

841 Ridge Drive Newton, NC 28658

Only $119,900 MLS   #9548955

Way bigger than it looks from the outside.

Awesome deal on a 4 bedroom home in South Newton priced $12,800 below tax value.

This home features lots of hardwood floors, All appliances included, wonderfully landscaped fenced back yard, new roof in 2007, Full unfinished walkout basement, gas fireplace and tons of extra storage on the upper level.

This home is priced to sell quickly and seller wants to move on. Seller has had a pre-listing home inspection and is offering a 1 year home warranty. Hurry up and make an offer.

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SCHOOLS:
South Newton Elementary School
Newton-Conover Middle School
Newton-Conover High School

Newton NC Home for Sale in Walnut Creek

2521 Whistler Court Newton NC 28658

3 Bedrooms and 2 & 1/2 Baths

Only $250,000 

Beautiful three bedroom and two and a half bath home on a cul-de-sac in Walnut Creek. This home has hardwood floors on the main level, tile in the foyer, bathrooms, and laundry room, and brand new carpet in all three bedrooms.

It features a vaulted ceiling in the living room and dining room. There is a gas fireplace in the family room with French doors that open onto the wood deck. The basement is partially finished with a den and another room that can be used as an office. The master bedroom has an attached master bath with double sinks, jetted tub, and separate shower.

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