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Stanly Arts Guild Member’s Show

Written by Brian Perry on October 27, 2025.

This is a chance for our members to show off their amazing artistic talents. To enter this show you must be a member of the Stanly Arts Guild. (Yes, memberships are accepted during art take-in for the show!) Awarded prizes are 1st, 2nd & 3rd place, with honorable mention ribbons being handed out at the judge’s discretion. Our next Member’s Show will be January 14th thru February 7th, 2026. Art take-in will be January 9th & January 10th, 2026. All entries must not have previously won a ribbon in a Stanly Arts Guild show. Show information can be found on our website and membership applications...

A Magical Evening with the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra

Written by Renee VanHorn on August 18, 2025. No Comments on A Magical Evening with the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra

We are excited to announce that the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra will once again grace the stage at the Stanly County Agri-Civic Center (26032 Newt Rd, Albemarle, NC) for a full-length evening performance on Saturday, November 1, at 7:30 pm. Lobby doors open at 6:00 pm. Auditorium doors open at 7:00 pm. A Magical Evening with the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra will fill the air with the MAGIC of live orchestral music, including selections from Classical masters of Beethoven and Mozart to everyone’s Modern day favorite John Williams. Tickets are on sale at the following locations: Harris...

Celebration of the ARTS

Written by Renee VanHorn on February 1, 2025. No Comments on Celebration of the ARTS

A FREE event open to the public to learn more about the arts in Stanly County. Student Art Show: Come view the county-wide student art show, showcasing the best from each elementary, middle, and high school in Stanly County plus work from the advertising, graphic design, and simulation and game animation students from Stanly Community College. See below for list of participating schools and art teachers. Artisans: a variety of artisans will have booths demonstrating their craft as well as selling their creations. See below for demonstrating artists. Information Booths: Each arts organization...

Stanly Arts Guild From Our Hands… Holiday Craft Show

Written by Brian Perry on October 11, 2024. No Comments on Stanly Arts Guild From Our Hands… Holiday Craft Show

It’s our annual Holiday Craft Show with multiple vendors selling handmade items for all your holiday gift needs! The show will run from Wednesday, November 13th, 2024 thru Saturday, January 4th, 2025. Everything you need, from small gifts under $10 to large works of art, all in one place. Nothing says you appreciate someone like a one of a kind, handmade gift they will cherish for years to come. Our hours are Wednesday, 12-4, Thursday & Friday, 11-6, and Saturday, 10-2.

Stanly County Concert Band presents Elements in Music

Written by Brian Perry on October 11, 2024. No Comments on Stanly County Concert Band presents Elements in Music

The Stanly County Concert Band Fall Concert is inspired by the elements of Earth, Wind, Fire and Water. It is amazing to hear how composers represent these elements using a variety of timbre, rhythm and meter.

Stanly County Concert Band Christmas Concert

Written by Brian Perry on October 11, 2024. No Comments on Stanly County Concert Band Christmas Concert

The Stanly County Concert Band will present a Christmas concert that includes some traditional and new music. There is even a Christmas song sing-a-long! It is sure to help everyone get in the spirit of the season! Free admission, but requesting attendees to bring food items for the pantry at Stanly County Christian Ministries.