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06/12/2026

🎶 Make Music Day is Almost Here! 🎶

The annual Make Music Day in Albemarle and Stanly County is Sunday, June 21.

Enjoy a daylong celebration of music across multiple local venues. You'll find free performances, hands-on workshops, and music demos for all ages open to the public.

On this episode of All About Albemarle, Renee VanHorn, Executive Director of the Stanly County Arts Council highlights activities you won't want to miss! Listen to the full conversation at www.albemarlenc.gov/allaboutalbemarle

Mark your calendars and celebrate the power of music in our community!

Check for updates and the full schedule at: www.makemusicday.org/stanlycounty

Thank‑you to The Destination Magazine for visiting the City of Albemarle and highlighting our community!The magazine's a...
06/11/2026

Thank‑you to The Destination Magazine for visiting the City of Albemarle and highlighting our community!

The magazine's article, “Time Warps and Treasure Hunts,” showcases great local food, revitalized historic spaces, creative shops, and antique treasures.

We’re grateful for the spotlight and even more grateful for the people and places that make Albemarle such a memorable destination.

Read the full article on page 28: https://thedestinationmagazine.com/item/issue-183-june-2026-destination-food-travel/

06/10/2026

🌽🥕 The Wednesday Albemarle Downtown Farmers Market is OPEN! 🌻🍅

Come stock up on fresh, local produce and support your local farmers!💚

📍Market Station, 501 West Main St.
⏰ 8 AM – 12 PM

Come see us this morning and grab your favorites before they’re gone!

Albemarle Downtown

06/05/2026

Everything you need to know about the Lights of Liberty Drone Show at City Lake Park tonight, Friday, June 5 at 9 p.m.

250 illuminated drones, choreographed to music and narration, will paint patriotic stories across the night sky. And best of all—it’s FREE!

📍 Location: City Lake Park, 815 Concord Rd, Albemarle

🕠 Come Early: Food Truck Friday runs 5:30–9 p.m. with food trucks, live music from Heart Breaker, and open‑lawn seating.

🚗 Parking: Limited at the park—arrive early or carpool.

🚌 Free Shuttle: Park at Market Station (501 W Main St) and ride the free continuous shuttle from 6–11 p.m., courtesy of Friendly Chevrolet.

🎁 Giveaway: First 800 cars receive a free LED light‑up American flag from the City of Albemarle Electric Division & ElectriCities.

Huge thank you to Uwharrie Bank for sponsoring this one‑of‑a‑kind show.

Learn more: stanlycountyamerica250.org/lights-of-liberty-show

Food Truck Friday at City Lake Park is going to be something special! Join us this Friday, June 5, for an evening packe...
06/04/2026

Food Truck Friday at City Lake Park is going to be something special! Join us this Friday, June 5, for an evening packed with great food, live music, and an unforgettable patriotic finale.

🎶 Free Concert: Heart Breaker
Playing from 6:00pm–9:00 PM

🍴 Food Trucks On-Site:
• 4 Sisters Sugar Co.
• Blooms and Brews
• Happy Eatz
• Higgins and Son BBQ
• Make Mia Cake
• Pride Catering
• GGC Smokehouse Food Truck
• Thai Smile

After the Free Live Music: Lights of Liberty Drone Show

Right after the concert, look to the sky as the America 250 NC Stanly County Committee presents a stunning Lights of Liberty Drone Show sponsored by Uwharrie Bank.

Parking at City Lake Park may be limited with the big crowd expected, so carpool if you can.

Free Shuttle: You can park at Market Station (501 W Main St) and ride the free continuous shuttle from 6–11 p.m., courtesy of Friendly Chevrolet.

More details about the drone show available here: https://stanlycountyamerica250.org/lights-of-liberty-show

The Albemarle Police Department is partnering with NC SAFE to support firearm safety. APD will hand out free gun locks o...
06/02/2026

The Albemarle Police Department is partnering with NC SAFE to support firearm safety. APD will hand out free gun locks on Wednesday, June 3, at Walmart on Leonard Avenue from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. and 4 p.m.–7 p.m.

If you are unable to make it out to Walmart for this event, you can stop by APD Headquarters to grab your free gun lock there!

Fi****ms are now the leading cause of injury‑related death for children and teens in North Carolina. In a recent episode of All About Albemarle, APD’s Community Resource Coordinator, Chrissy Legassie, talks about the importance of securing fi****ms so they don’t fall into the wrong hands.

Watch the full conversation here: https://vimeo.com/1197732289

The heat is on! Get ready for the annual Grill Master Showdown this Saturday, June 6, 2026! WHO’S THE TRUE GRILL MASTER?...
06/01/2026

The heat is on! Get ready for the annual Grill Master Showdown this Saturday, June 6, 2026!

WHO’S THE TRUE GRILL MASTER?

10 teams are ready to bring the smoke and flavor. Bring your appetite to sample all you can eat (while supplies last) and show support & appreciation to these teams as they compete for trophies & cash!

E.E. Waddell Community Center (621 Wall St, Albemarle)
Saturday, June 6, 2026
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM

The Grill Master Showdown features:

Delicious BBQ & grilled favorites
Friendly competition
Music & community fun
Great food vendors & local flavor
Family-friendly atmosphere

Bring your lawn chairs and your appetite!
Rain or Shine — we’re firing up the grills!

Please share with your family & friends !

Advance tickets available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1989239077630?aff=oddtdtcreator

Tickets also available in person at the EE Waddell Center.

This event is organized by the nonprofit Friends of the EE Waddell Center. Proceeds help fund future upgrades to the facility.

Service Update – Garbage and Recycling - A new service provider will soon be picking up your garbage and recycling. The ...
05/28/2026

Service Update – Garbage and Recycling - A new service provider will soon be picking up your garbage and recycling. The City will no longer use Waste Management. Beginning July 1, Waste Pro will take over garbage and recycling service in Albemarle. This change is part of the City’s effort to improve the quality of service for our residents.

Customers do not need to take any action during this transition. Simply continue following your regular garbage and recycling schedule. In the coming days, Waste Pro will send a postcard through the mail introducing themselves as your new service provider.

Details to Know:

New Garbage & Recycling Carts
• Every customer will receive one green 95‑gallon garbage cart
• Every customer will receive one blue 95‑gallon recycling cart

Important: Please do not use your Waste Pro carts for trash or recycling service until your first scheduled service after July 1.

New Cart Delivery (June 17–30)
Waste Pro will deliver your new carts between June 17 and June 30.
At around the same time, Waste Management will collect old carts. Do not use Waste Management carts and only use your new Waste Pro Carts after July 1.

Have questions or need assistance?
Call the City of Albemarle Solid Waste Division at 704‑984‑9400 (press 3).
Learn more about Waste Pro’s service at: www.wasteprousa.com/albemarle

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