With all the recent chatter about snowstorms and frigid weather, lots of folks are looking for ways to embrace the warm, cozy feelings to ward off the cold and keep the chill off.
Look no further than Granville County, according to Granville Tourism Director Angela Allen. You’ll break a sweat in no time, however, if you get to all the events that are brewing in and around Oxford in the next few weeks.
Start by snuggling into a comfy chair at Wild Hare Books on the second and fourth Wednesdays for the Silent Book Club from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Grab a beverage, choose a book and enjoy a whole hour dedicated to…reading. For fun.
Wild Hare is located on Little John Street in downtown Oxford.
If a “cuppa” is more your speed, check out Cedar Creek near Creedmoor for the CUPful exhibit. Purchase a handmade cup or mug created by local and regional artists now through Feb. 22.
Moss & Ivy Coffee Co. is celebrating its first anniversary at its location at 121 E. McClanahan Street, right across from the Oxford Fire Department. Visit Saturday, Jan. 31 between 7 a.m. and 1 p.m. for drinks, treats, raffles and prizes for the birthday celebration.
And those are just a few of the events brewing in Granville County, as January eases into February.
There’s live music at Tobacco Wood Brewing Co. Friday and Saturday (weather permitting) and a beer tasting of HopFly selections at The Hub on Main Friday, Jan. 30 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
“No matter what’s going on outside, we can always warm up here in Granville County!” Allen said. And as February approaches, there are a multitude of events lined up to help celebrate Valentine’s Day.
“It’s all about love in Granville County,” Allen said. “Find the thing that you love in Granville County.”
Here’s a sample:
- Jan. 31 – Joyce Manor Listening Party at Ox4D Music:Hear the band’s album in from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Feb. 7 – 3rd annual Love Fest in downtown Oxford. Visit participating businesses and enter to win a gift basket worth $1,000! Kids can particiapate for a chance to win a kids’ gift basket, too. The event is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Feb. 9 – 14 – “Love You, Love You Not” at Tobacco Wood. A week of quirky, fun themed events for friends, couples, kids and everyone in between.
- Feb. 14 – “Love at First Shuck” at Humble Pour in downtown Oxford. All-you-can-eat seafood, including oysters on the half shell, classic favorites and shareable bites. Tickets are $75 and must be purchased in advance. Two seatings – 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
- Feb. 14 – A Verdi Gris prix fixe menu from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Enjoy a meal, live music and a great atmosphere. Purchase tickets in advance.
- Feb. 28 – “Feelin’ Groovy”Musical tribute to Simon and Garfunkel at The Ox Theater. Performance begins at 7 p.m.
- Feb. 28 – Puppy Love Quarter Auction at the Barn at Vino, 3200 Bliss Trail in Stem. Food trucks, shopping and a quarter auction to benefit Dogs Deserve Better of the Piedmont, whose mission is to improve the lives of tethered and neglected dogs.
Find the complete listing of events and activities across Granville County, as well as links to ticket purchase for the various events, at https://visitgranvillenc.com/
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