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  Kid Links Historic
Downtown Statesville has a lot of beautiful buildings and
landmarks including the original comer stone from the 1700's. A walking tour,
scavenger hunt or something along those lines might interest them. There
is also a fresco located at the “A Walk Back in Time" is a
self-guided walking tour of the downtown area featuring information on the area's
history, buildings and unique architecture. The tour takes about two hours but
you may want to split it up, stop for lunch or ice cream, shop,
etc. Also in Downtown Statesville is the Fort
Dobbs State Historic Site is the location of the only French and
Indian War fort in Lake Norman State Park has
a swimming area, hiking trails, mountain bike trail, picnic areas and boat
launch. 704-528-6350 or http://www.ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/lano/main.php The
City of Statesville Recreation & Parks Department has
a variety of parks with playground equipment and walking trails in addition to athletic fields. The
Iredell County Recreation Department offers
a ropes course that can be tailored for team building for youth
groups as well as adults. 704-878-3103
www.co.iredell.nc.us/Departments/Recreation Allison Woods is located in the north
of Fun Station 2000
is located on Hwy 115/Center Street on the northern end
of town. They have video games, batting cage, and some rides inside
but I'm not sure what the age/size cut-off is for those. Available for
group parties and rental. Marquee Cinema is
a new 10 theater facility located off Iredell Museums, Inc. offers exhibits, special events and other activities that may be of interest. The Children's Museum Satellite location in Signal Hill Mall offers hands on activities. Children's Museum 704-872-7508 or www.iredellmuseums.org. Zootastic Park recently celebrated it's grand opening. Zootastic is a facility and zoo featuring both exotic and barnyard type animals located in the beautiful North Carolina countryside and will delight all ages. Special events held throughout the year, Junior Zookeeper Summer Camps, school and other group are welcome. For more information, please call 704-245-6446 or go to www.zootastic.com. The Hiddenite Gems is
about 10 miles west of Lazy 5 Ranch is
located in Mooresville and features over 700 animals from six continents. Drive
through or schedule a wagon ride. 704-663-5100 or www.lazy5ranch.com Queens Landing in
Mooresville is the location of the Catawba Queen, a Mississippi riverboat style ship, and the |
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December 5, 2012
Entertainment by Johnny Barkley and Johnny Pinyan. Free Admission. Pre Super Bowl Event...Show your team spirit...wear or bring in something showing your favored team name ...Free munchies. There will be a prize for the most spirited fan. www.myspace.com/toojohnnys.
First Flight Bicycles Weekly Road Bike Ride
December 7, 2012
Meet at First Flight for a ride to Signal Hill for a lap or two and back. Ride leaves at 6 pm for a 15 to 20 mile ride.
Daveste' Wine & Chocolate Lover's Event
December 11, 2012
Entertainment by Jeff Haddix...acoustic. Free Admission...Enjoy samples of delicious chocolate treats...purchase a wine tasting, wine by the glass or bottle.
