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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. The players are available for rent at the Iredell County Library at the corner of Tradd and
Water Streets. 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. Newtowne Miniature Golf is a
seasonal facility featuring two putt-putt type courses. Located in 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 Baa
Moo Farms is a working family farm that offers tours
and a petting zoo. 704-876-1732
or www.baamoofarm.com 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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August 02, 2010
Join us at an information meeting to be held August 2nd beginning at 6:30 pm at the Fleet Fee Sports, 1776 North Center Street, to learn more about the Team In Training program. We train beginners to seasoned athletes to complete a marathon, half marathon, triathlon, century ride, or hike. We provide coaching, training schedules, and 1-2 weekly team trainings. We also cover all expenses including flight (if applicable), hotel, race entry, two dinners, race singlet, and much more. In return, you raise money for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. We are gearing up for our winter season, which will begin mid-August. We will be training for the Kiawah Island Marathon & Half (Dec 11th) and the Walt Disney World Marathon & Half Marathon (Jan 8-9). Contact us at 704-998-5012 or jodie.strong@lls.org for more information.Join us at an information meeting on August 2nd beginning at 6:30 pm at the Fleet Fee Sports, 1776 North Center Street to learn more about the Team In Training program.
Book Signing Exhibition
August 03, 2010
On August 3, 2010 at the Statesville Civic Center, All New Horizons will be hosting a Book Signing Exhibition. This event will be held concurrent with Statesville’s National Night Out. Several local authors will sign books. Free reception
10th Annual Statesville Criterium Bike Race
August 06, 2010
Tenth annual event! Professional and amateur cyclists compete in one of the most thrilling, spectator-friendly racing events in the cycling sport through the streets of Downtown Statesville. Races start at 6:15 pm and get faster (and more competitive!) as the sun goes down. The featured Pro Race starts at 8:45 pm. D'Laney's Sports Bar & Grill will sponsor this year's Trike Races. Come early to enjoy the excitement. For more information, visit www.crossroadscyclingclassic.com or call 704-878-3436.
