By Elisabeth Thornton
Cabarrus Arts Council
North Carolina is brimming with soul and blues and bluegrass and gospel. It s fertile ground for all kinds of musical artists and producers who ve made it big â both in record sales and in contributions to their musical genres.
Most years, the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame shines a spotlight on a new set of inductees âNorth Carolina s musical movers and shakers deserving of a red carpet celebration. But the COVID pandemic pressed pause on not only the festivities, but the NCMGF as well. It s had a big impact on us, said the organization s executive director, Veronica Cordle. We actually had to close the museum for about seven months.
Are you looking for something creative to do? Try a Virtual Art Lab, a new series from curator Rebecca Collins. Virtual Art Labs will be taught by different artists and
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Just look at these happy little people learning to snap and clap and step to the beat. Each week the children of Logan Community Daycare get a virtual visit from
Elisabeth Thornton
Cabarrus Arts Council
Whether your Valentine is near or far, show them how much you care with a one-of-a- kind handmade piece from a local artist. Shop online and pick up the gift Wednesday or Friday, just in time for Valentine s Day.
Have a younger Valentine? Here are a few suggestions for dads. Hal the Gal Prints 8-inch Mary Poppins bookmark for $6; ShoeBeeDo 4-by-4.5 inch suede bag with strap for $15; and The Bead Lady 3-inch pearl bracelet with owl charm for $28. Go to https://bit.ly/Galleriesshophttps://bit.ly/Galleriesshop. Order online and pick up items curbside on Wednesday or Friday.