The City of Kannapolis is rolling out a series of entertaining events this week which includes something for everyone in the family. From a blood drive at City Hall offering tempting incentives to classic movie screenings and live performances, the city is bustling with activities to keep locals engaged.
Starting off the lineup, there's a blood drive scheduled for tomorrow from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at City Hall located at 401 Laureate Way. The City of Kannapolis' announcement promises a $20 eGift Card, top handle drinkware, and a free wellness checkup for all donors, which includes blood pressure, pulse, temperature, iron count, and cholesterol screening.
For movie lovers, the Gem Theatre is featuring $2 Summer Matinees with "Kung Fu Panda 4" on Tuesday and "Harold and the Purple Crayon" on Thursday, both available at 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. On a similar note, the outdoor movie series continues with "Twisters" at Village Park on Friday at 8:45 p.m., providing free family-friendly entertainment under the stars. Guests are invited to bring their own seating, and while food and drinks are available for purchase, pets and smoking are not permitted.
The Swanee Theatre is hosting two musical tributes this weekend – a nod to The Beach Boys on Friday night and a celebration of John Mellencamp's music on Saturday. Tickets are essential for these back-to-back performances and can be snapped up via the theatre's website. For more laid-back entertainment, "Stories Under the Stars: Dog Performances- Stories with Sugar" promises a free evening of engaging storytelling at the Kannapolis Library on Saturday at 7 p.m, as per the City of Kannapolis.
As for Thursday offerings, don't miss out the Kannapolis Farmers Market from 4 to 7 p.m. Shoppers can enjoy fresh, local produce, crafted items, and a plethora of other goods from returning and new vendors alike. And for those keen on keeping up to date with the market's seasonal specialties and deals, a quick text to 704-704-4335 will ensure they are always in the loop.
