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Eddie Montgomery and Deana Carter

Discover Fun in Kannapolis returns this week with several activities/events in the City.

10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 18 | Summer Movie Matinee: Space Jam: A New Legacy | Gem Theatre

Don't miss the Gem Theatre Summer Matinee series. Tickets are $2 per person and group sales are available by emailing: gem@gem-theatre.com. See the complete list of the Gem Theatre’s Summer Movie Matinees by visiting: https://www.kannapolisnc.gov/Community/News/ID/2213/Gem-Theatre-Summer-Matinee-Series

4-7 p.m., Thursday, July 20 | Kannapolis Farmers Market | Intersection of Vance St. and Dale Earnhardt Blvd.

Come visit the Kannapolis Farmers Market from 4-7 p.m., on Thursday, July 20! Returning and new vendors offer a wide variety of fresh, local produce, as well as meat, eggs, baked goods, crafts, and prepared foods. While supplies last, customers can receive a free reusable tote bag when making a purchase of $10 or more from a new vendor.

Sign up for text message reminders and updates about the farmers' market and vendor specials. Text MARKET to 855-969-4358. You may unsubscribe at any time. For customers’ convenience, most vendors accept credit/debit cards.

6-8 p.m., Thursday, July 20 | Kids Art Workshop | Gem Theatre Event Room

Every Thursday, now through July 27, bring your child to the Gem Theatre Event Room for a fun Art Workshop.

During this workshop, your child will have the opportunity to create and explore different styles of art each week.

Workshops are from 6-8 p.m. Each workshop is $5 per child.

To sign up and for more information visit: https://bit.ly/kids_artworkshop   

This weekend enjoy two free Country Music Concerts in Village Park.

7 p.m., Friday, July 21 | Concert in the Park: Eddie Montgomery of Montgomery Gentry | Village Park - Free Family Fun.

Join us at 7 p.m. this Friday, July 21 for Eddie Montgomery of Montgomery Gentry, at Village Park.

Eddie Montgomery is a country artist who has had numerous number one hits including, “If you Ever Stop Loving Me”, “Something to be Proud of”, “Lucky Man”, and many more.

Please take time to review the downtown parking map and shuttle stops on our website. The shuttle service will run between the hours of 5-11 p.m. Shuttle stops will be at the Cabarrus Health Alliance, The Nova Credit Union Overflow Lot, City Hall, and Village Park. The concert and shuttle are free to the public.

Food/Drinks are available for purchase or attendees can bring their own food and nonalcoholic beverages. Food options include hamburgers/hotdogs, Chick-fil-A, Dogs on the Run, and S&K Funnel Cakes. No outside alcohol is permitted – coolers subject to inspection.

No pets or smoking, please. Lawn chairs are permitted. Children 18 & under must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

For more information on parking, please visit www.kannapolisnc.gov/parking.

7 p.m., Saturday, July 22 | Concert in the Park: Deana Carter | Village Park - Free Family Fun.

Join us at 7 p.m. this Saturday, July 22 for Deana Carter at Village Park.

Deana Carter is an American Country singer who has had numerous number one hits, including “Strawberry Wine”. Her album “Did I Shave My Legs for This” was released in 1996 and has gone Platinum five times.

Please take time to review the downtown parking map and shuttle stops on our website. The shuttle service will run between the hours of 5-11 p.m. Shuttle stops will be at the Cabarrus Health Alliance, The Nova Credit Union Overflow Lot, City Hall, and Village Park. The concert and shuttle are free to the public.

Food/Drinks are available for purchase or attendees can bring their own food and nonalcoholic beverages. Food options include hamburgers/hotdogs, Chick-fil-A, Call for Fire BBQ, and Maxx’s Desserts. No outside alcohol is permitted – coolers subject to inspection.

No pets or smoking, please. Lawn chairs are permitted. Children 18 & under must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

For more information on parking, please visit www.kannapolisnc.gov/parking.