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82nd Airborne Division Band & Chorus present “This We’ll Defend: The All American Story”

Written by Renee VanHorn on March 9, 2026.

The Stanly County Concert Association is proud to invite the community to celebrate America and our Army’s 250th birthday with the 82nd Airborne Division Band and Chorus, as they present “This We’ll Defend: The All American Story,” a musical tribute to our nation. Since the Revolutionary War, “This We’ll Defend” has remained the motto of the United States Army. It speaks to the resolve of those who serve, from the Greatest Generation, to today's Soldiers stationed all around the world. Celebrate this great nation and those who are sworn to protect it, as we honor military service—past,...

2026 Uwharrie Senior Games & Silver Arts

Written by Brian Perry on February 16, 2026.

The Uwharrie Senior Games & Silver Arts is a series of games and events for Seniors 50 and older to compete and showcase their skills and abilities. It also includes the arts submissions in which Seniors can display their artistic talents in several categories: performing arts (comedy, drama, dance, instrumental, singing), needlework, woodworking, basket weaving, fiber arts, crafting, jewelry, sculpting, stained glass, painting, writing, acrylics, digital art, drawing, photography, film, and others. Participants must pre-register by March 27th, submit their work on April 20th, and pick up...

Celebration of the ARTS

Written by Renee VanHorn on February 16, 2026. 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. A list of participants will be shared shortly. Artisans: a variety of artisans will have booths demonstrating their craft as well as selling their creations. A list of demonstrating artists will be shared shortly. Information Booths: Each arts organization...

ART TAKE IN: Dwight J. Dennis Memorial Photography Exhibition and Competition

Written by Brian Perry on February 3, 2026.

We have so many talented photographers in our area! Several years ago The Guild added an annual photography competition and exhibition to show off their talents. Sometimes the annual show will involve a particular theme, while other years will employ a “photographer’s choice” to allow photographers to enter photos of any subject they prefer. After all, we’ve all have our favorite topics. In 2021, we lost one of our amazing photographer members, and the annual photography show now carries his name in memoriam. Awarded prizes are 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 2 honorable mentions. Prize money will be $300...

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...