July 2-6, 2013:  43rd Annual Southeast Old Threshers’ Reunion
8am-9pm, Denton FarmPark
1072 Cranford Road, Denton

The largest steam, gas and antique farm machinery show in the Southeastern US!  Over 1,000 antique tractors on display, hundreds of gasoline engines on display, antique farm machinery demonstrations, tractor pulls, lawnmower pull, horse pull, auction, arts & crafts, flea market, 15 restored old buildings, country, bluegrass and gospel music, and some of the best food you will ever eat!  Admission is $14 for adults; $6 for children under 12 and pre-school are free.  Camping is available.  For more information call 336-859-2755 or visit www.FarmPark.com.

July 3, 2013:
Celebrate America at the Market  
8am-12pm, Lexington Farmer’s Market
29 Railroad Street, Lexington

Come celebrate America at the Farmer’s Market.  Patriotic refreshments will be served starting at 9am.  These refreshments will include cupcakes and punch both associated with America’s birthday.  Also special 4th of July themed gifts will be supplied for young children while supplies last.  You will find local beef, blackberries, blueberries, peaches, honey, North Carolina cheeses, cut flowers, crafts, baked good, and a wide variety of various other vegetables and fruits available to be purchased at the Lexington Farmer’s Market.  For more information visit www.LexingtonNCFarmersMarket.com or call 336-242-2085.

July 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2013:
Instant Picnic Lunches
12 Noon, SandyCreek Farm
3160 South NC Hwy 150, Lexington

Make your reservation by 2 pm on Friday and we will have your lunch ready and waiting in our picnic area at noon on Saturday!  You may bring your beer or unfortified wine (16% or less alcohol).  Pick up your favorite at one of our local wineries or wine shops!  Before and/or after, you can walk the Nature Trail, check out the Mushroom Forest, Greenhouses and Farm Store/Market.  Get outdoors at SandyCreek Farm!  For more information call 336-853-8834 or visit www.SandyCreekFarm150.com.

July 12, 2013:  Summer Stroll & Cruise In

“Meet Us on Main Street” for the third stroll of the season.  In the Conrad & Hinkle square the bluesy sound of Big Daddy MoJo await you.  Voted the Best Cover Band by Yes!  Weekly in 2011 and 2012, this group hails from the Greensboro area.  In the monument square you’ll find Miss Charlotte, uptown’s mascot and art activities with Arts United for Davidson County.  Many merchants will be open until 8 pm.  Outdoor activities may be impacted by rain or storms; however, merchants will be open!  For more information call 336-249-0383 or visit www.uptownlexington.com.

July 12, 2013:
Boogie Nights with Mark Tuttle
7pm-10pm, Weathervane Winery
1452 Welcome-Arcadia Road, Lexington

Enjoy fine wines without the attitude and good music with some attitude!   Mark Tuttle and his Boogie Night Sound Machine will be at Weathervane Winery.  Bring your lawn chair and your dancing shoes to try out our dance area!  Award winning wine will be cold and ready for you to enjoy.  The music event is free.  No other alcohol allowed and must be 21+ to enjoy!

For more information call 336-793-3366 or www.WeathervaneWinery.com.

July 12-13, 2013:
NC State Criterium Championship
Friday 6-10pm & Saturday 3-8pm
Uptown Lexington

The uptown Lexington Criterium returns to the streets of historic uptown Lexington for two summer evenings.  Come watch as professional and amateur cyclists compete for the title of the North Carolina Criterium Champion.  Come early to shop, grab some dinner and eat on the streets as you watch racers compete.  Race route is South Main Street to West Center to State to Fourth Avenue and back onto Main.  Start/Finish line is the intersection of South Main and First Avenue.  Some racers will also compete on Sunday in the State Time Trials.  Racers will start and finish at  Ledford High School.  For more information call Jim Martin 336-266-9927.

July 12 & 13, 2013:
Yadkin Valley Youth Rodeo  7pm
The SX3 Arena, 586 Andrew Sink Road, Lexington

Yadkin Valley Youth Rodeo Association is a non-profit association dedicated to promoting western heritage through supporting children and young adults up to 20 years old.

The events usually follow this order.

July 13, 2013:  Tomato Madness
8am-12pm, Lexington Farmer’s Market
29 Railroad Street, Lexington

The Lexington Farmers Market will celebrate “TOMATO MADNESS” Saturday July 14th.  Voting takes place from 9am to 10:30am for the best tasting tomatoes.  Our market vendors will be bringing their best tomatoes for customers to vote on.  This is a great time to try different varieties of tomatoes and decide which one you like best.

July 20, 2013:
The Old-Time Square Dance
7pm, Denton Civic Center
459 W. Salisbury Street, Denton

The dance features Traditional Appalachian style square dance with old-time and bluegrass bands, refreshments available.  Admission fee, children under 12 free.  For more information visit www.DentonDance.net or email
DentonDance96@gmail.com.

July 26, 2013:  Wine-Down Friday Night
with Lyn Koonce & Friends  7pm-10pm
Weathervane Winery
1452 Welcome-Arcadia Road, Lexington

Wine down your work week with delicious wine while listening to Lyn Koonce & Friends (LK&F).  Whether you’re interested in hearing the best music from today and yesterday, cool original tunes, LK&F will lift your spirits.  No other alcohol allowed 21+ to enjoy!  For more information call 336-793-3366 or www.WeathervaneWinery.com.