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“You’re Never Too Far From”…the Returning NFC Champion, Carolina Panthers Football

Coming off their second ever trip to the Super Bowl and the best season in franchise history, it is an exciting time for the NFL’s Carolina Panthers Football team. Luckily for the fan of the gridiron under your roof at your new home at the Belmont Lake Preserve NC golf community, “you are never too far away from Charlotte and Bank of America Stadium, as the final installment of our three part series on football in NC takes a look at the upcoming 2016-17 schedule and season for last year’s NFC Champions.

Carolina Panthers Football

QB Cam Newton was the NFL’s 2015 MVP

Recording one of the all time greatest regular season records in the rich history of the National Football League (NFL) by winning 15 games, while only losing one, the Carolina Panthers Football team made it all the way to the Super Bowl, before losing a hotly contested contest in their bid for the championship against the Denver Broncos. Despite the loss, the core of the NFC conference champion Carolina Panthers Football team, led by recipient of the 2015 league Most Valuable Player award, Cam Newton at quarterback and the 2013 and 2015 NFL Coach of the Year, Ron Rivera, will be back and hopes are high for a return to the Super Bowl this season.

Carolina Panthers football

Panthers Head Coach, Ron Rivera has been named NFL Coach of the Year in 2013 and 2015

With the home games for the Carolina Panthers Football team being played under 200 miles from your new home in Rocky Mount at Belmont Lake Preserve ready to start in the second week of September, the road back to the Super Bowl begins on the road in a rematch of last year’s Super Bowl in a week one, prime time matchup this Thursday night with the Denver Broncos at 8:30 p.m. on September 8.

The Carolina Panthers Football team’s entire home schedule to be played at Charlotte’s Bank of America Stadium is as follows:

With the defending NFC Champion, Carolina Panthers Football team in Charlotte vying for a return to the Super Bowl, or as detailed in the first two blog posts in our three part series, the ECU Pirates shooting for an AAC title, and all of the exciting ACC football action heating up this fall, your choice of “Lifestyle Redefined” you’re your location at Belmont Lake Preserve without question puts you “never too far away,” from some of the most exciting action on the gridiron anywhere in the entire country.

For more information on 2016-17 Carolina Panthers Football including directions to Bank of America Stadium and ticket prices and availability, visit www.panthers.com.

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The Heels, the Devils, and the Pack… “You’re Never Too Far From”… 2016 ACC Football

2016 ACC Football

Continuing with our series on the football action with in a quick drive of your new home at the premier North Carolina golf community in Rocky Mount, Belmont Lake Preserve, the second installment focuses on “never being too far from,” the home games of three of the top teams heading into the start of th 2016 ACC Football schedule this week,  the University of North Carolina (UNC) Tar Heels, Duke Blue Devils, and NC State Wolfpack.

2016 ACC Football

Raleigh’s Carter-Finley Stadium is a “sea of red” for NC State Wolfpack football.

Starting this Thursday evening, the three local favorites in the area will begin their 2016 ACC Football season, when NC State plays a nationally televised game at home in Raleigh at Carter Finley Stadium. The Wolfpack will no doubt be looking to contend in the Atlantic Division throughout the 2016 ACC Football season starting this week on September 1, when they have a non conference tune-up with William and Mary. Not only do they open the 2016 ACC Football at home, but outside of  a week off on September 24, the Wolfpack will play each of their first four weeks of the new season in the state of North Carolina. The Wolfpack will head to Greenville on September 10 to battle East Carolina, before Old Dominion visits Carter Finley on September 17, and finally the first NC State conference home game of 2016 ACC Football conference schedule will be against Wake Forest on October 1. The remainder of NC State’s home 2016 ACC football schedule will see the squad host Boston College (Oct. 29), Florida State (Nov. 5), and Miami (Nov. 19).

Moving over to the Coastal Division, UNC is the preseason favorite to win it all and return to the championship game when the 2016 ACC Football schedule has wrapped up. Ranked number 22 in the preseason AP Top 25 poll,  Tar Heels figure to have the home crowd in Chapel Hill rocking throughout the season.

2016 ACC Football

The UNC Tarheels, Ranked #22 in the AP Top 25, play there home games at Kenan Memorial Stadium

The Tar Heels will open the season this Saturday, September 3 on the road against the University of Georgia and travel for a second away game to start the season on September 10. The home schedule for UNC begins when they host James Madison on Saturday, September 17 and then September 24, they welcome Pittsburgh to Kenan Memorial Stadium. The only October home game for the Heels is October 8 against Virginia Tech, but the month of November sees three home contests, with Georgia Tech (Nov. 5), The Citadel (Nov. 19), and a big rivalry game to end the regular season on Friday, November 25, when the NC State Wolfpack travel from Raleigh to do battle with UNC. The other November matchup on the 2016 ACC Football schedule for UNC will see them face off on November 10 with their arch rival, Duke Blue Devils at Wallace Wade Stadium in Durham.

The Blue Devils will actually open their season opposite the Tar Heels, as Duke will begin play at home for two weeks, starting with NC Central coming in to Wallace Wade Stadium this Saturday, September 3 before their 2016 ACC Football conference opener sees them matchup with Wake Forest on September 10. The month of October for the Duke Blue Devils will start with back-to-back home matchups in Durham versus Virginia and Army. Before the final home game of the 2016 ACC Football schedule against the enemy Tar Heels (Nov.10), Duke will host one other game at Wallace Wade against Virginia Tech on November 5.

There were many great reasons in making the choice to move to Belmont Lake Preserve, with its great centralized location being one that can help you experience “Lifestyle Redefined” along side thousands of other fans when you cheer for your favorite team as they play under an hour away during the 2016 ACC Football schedule. For more information on each of these teams and all others in the conference, visit theacc.com.

Photo Credits:
UNC/Kenan Memorial Stadium:Yeungb
NC State/Carter Finley: SMaloney

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Are You Ready for Some … East Carolina University Football?

East Carolina University Football

In the state of North Carolina, the changing of the seasons from summer to fall signifies many things. However, more so than the changing colors of the leaves, or the beautiful, crisp autumn air, one tradition across the “Tar Heel State” that may be the most symbolic of the season is the start of another football season. In choosing to relocate to the premier NC golf community, Belmont Lake Preserve, you truly are “never too far from” a wide selection of both Division I NCAA and even National Football League action. In this, the first of a three-part series on the North Carolina Living tradition that takes us on too the gridiron every Saturday and Sunday (and sometimes during the week, too!) we take a look at the closest squad to Rocky Mount, and ask, “Are you ready for some East Carolina University Football?”

East Carolina University Football

ECU has seen many superstar players move on from the program to the NFL, like Chris Johnson (pictured above)

East Carolina University Football (ECU) play their home games throughout the American Athletic Conference (AAC) schedule and against some home state rivals at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium in Greenville, North Carolina just over 40 miles away from Belmont Lake Preserve. Entering a new era in the East Carolina University Football program, first year head coach, Scottie Montgomery will look to relive the Pirates past glory which has seen them win a total of seven conference titles, picking up championships in each of the conferences they were a part of prior to joining the AAC. (North State, Southern, and Conference USA)

This season, the East Carolina University Football team will not only play their always spirited conference games, but also have several interesting non-conference matchups as well that should have the Pirates’ “purple and yellow” faithful cheering right from the opening snap. ECU will open the season with two consecutive home games, hosting Western Carolina on Saturday, September 3 before welcoming the NC State Wolfpack into Greenville for “Hall of Fame Weekend” festivities on September 10. The remainder of their tough non-conference schedule takes them on the road for games with powerhouses, South Carolina and Virginia Tech.

East Carolina University Football

As passionate of a fan base as any in the nation, the ECU “Pirate Nation” is always behind their team

Kicking off their home AAC schedule on Saturday, October 1, the University of Central Florida visits Dowdy-Ficken Stadium for “Paint it Purple Family Weekend.” The remainder of the home 2016 schedule for East Carolina University Football will see Navy come to the Greenville campus on Thursday night for a nationally televised game on ESPN, before the final two home contests take place on Saturdays, October 13 against Connecticut and October 29 versus SMU.

The East Carolina University Football program has some of the most passionate fans across the entire state, as do the remaining college and professional teams to be touched upon in the two stories to follow this one, covering the exciting football action that you are “never too far from” at Belmont Lake Preserve. For more information on the ECU Pirates 2016 season including ticket information, visit ecupirates.com.

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World Class Entertainment Awaits…You’re Never Too Far From the Greensboro Coliseum Concert Lineup

Greenboro Coliseum Concert Lineup

Less than two hours up the road from your new home at Belmont Lake Preserve North Carolina golf community, world class music, comedy, and all other forms of entertainment await you as “when you are here, you are never too far from the Greensboro Coliseum Concert Lineup.

Greensboro Coliseum Concert Lineup

The Greensboro Coliseum is one of the nation’s most famous concert venues, for acts of all genres and styles.

While many look to the cities of Raleigh and Charlotte when they think of world- renowned music, comedy, and entertainment acts, located in between the two larger municipalities, the Greensboro Coliseum Concert Lineup would beg to differ with anywhere having a more impressive lineup of entertainers appearing on their stage.

In addition to the famous 22,000-seat arena, the Greensboro Coliseum complex also is home to a 167,000 square foot Special Events Center featuring three separate exhibition halls, a 4,500-seat mini-arena, the White Oak Amphitheater, the Odeon Theatre, the Greensboro Aquatic Center, and the Terrace. As the Coliseum itself is synonymous with Atlantic Coast Conference college sporting events, the complex also is host to the ACC Hall of Champions.

On average, the Greensboro Coliseum Concert Lineup combined with the happenings at the other on site venues makes the Complex one of the most actively booked in the country with about 1,100 events taking place there annually.

Greensboro Coliseum Concert Lineup

The long time host of the ACC Basketball tournament, the Coliseum Complex is host to the ACC Hall of Champions

Upcoming events scheduled for the rest of August alone as part of the Greensboro Coliseum Concert Lineup include 3-time Grammy award winning singer Jill Scott on August 18, multi-platinum selling and Grammy award winning artist, Drake on August 23, and legendary Rock-n-Roll Hall of Famers, AC/DC on August 27.

Outside of the coliseum itself, highlights of the upcoming events at the Complex will see the White Oak Amphitheatre feature comedian Jim Gaffigan on August 13 and the 14th annual Taste Carolina Wine Festival on October 1. Pet lovers can enjoy the Carolina Kennel Club Dog Show, at the Special Events Center on August 18-21 and the annual Central Carolina Fair will be held in the Coliseum’s parking lot daily from September 9-18.

With so many options in entertainment to the north, south, east or west, the location of your new home at Belmont Lake Preserve truly puts you in a position where “when you are here, you’re never to far from there.” Under two hours away, the Greensboro Coliseum Concert Lineup and the great events there year round can help you in your quest for “Lifestyle Redefined.” For more details on the Coliseum, each of its venues, and a full schedule of events, visit, greensborocoliseum.com.

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You’re Never Too Far From…Peace of Mind with Rocky Mount NC Health Care

Rocky Mount NC Health Care
Rocky Mount NC Healthcare

Nash UNC Healthcare interacts regularly in the Rocky Mount community with events like the annual “Pink Party” raising awareness for cancer care

A major factor in planning your relocation to the premier North Carolina Golf and Retirement Community, Belmont Lake Preserve, is the convenient access to health care facilities. Nash UNC Health Care located right in Rocky Mount, has recently been recognized two consecutive years by Blue Cross Blue Shield as a “Cutting Edge Hospital”  and offers comparable service and technology to the best facilities in the United States, allowing you to have the peace of mind that you will be getting the best help available with Rocky Mount NC Health Care.

The most trusted name in Rocky Mount NC Health Care for the past 40 years, is Nash UNC Health Care. A 282 bed facility, offering the most modern medical facilities and health care to Nash, Edgecombe, and surrounding counties since opening in 1971, with an array of services and facilities that include:

  • Emergency Care Center, 23,500 square foot facility with 38 total treatment rooms.
  • Nash Heart Center featuring a 9,000 square foot, state of the art heart catherization lab
  • Nash Day Hospital opened in 1984 and specializing in radiology, cancer treatment, endoscopy, rehabilitation, and outpatient surgery.
  • Bryant T. Aldridge Rehabilitation Center 45,000 square feet of state-of-the-art technology, a therapeutic swimming pool, walking garden, gymnasium and more. Providing everything necessary for recovery from brain trauma, stroke, joint replacement, spinal injury or similar conditions.
  • Nash Breast Care Center featuring state of the art digital mammography, screening and diagnostic evaluations as well as breast ultrasound, breast MRI, ultrasound-guided biopsies, and all other latest innovative services and facilities in breast cancer screening and treatments.
  • Coastal Plain Hospital a 50 bed, 24 hour a day mental health facility with counseling and treatment for depression and anxiety to substance abuse, chronic mental illness and other areas of care,
  • HealthFirst Wellness Center is a medically based outpatient rehabilitative and wellness center providing these services to Nash and the surrounding counties. Services provided include, Cardiac rehabilitation, Pulmonary (lung) rehabilitation, Corporate wellness and disease management services, and Nutrition Counseling
"Splash" the UNC Nash mascot, is a frequent visitor to schools and community events to help educate the youth of the Rocky Mount community

“Splash” the UNC Nash mascot, is a frequent visitor to schools and community events to help educate the youth of the Rocky Mount community

In addition to all of these incredible services offered, the pediatric medical care offered at Nash UNC is another award winning area of Rocky Mount NC Health Care offered at the facility. With its Pediatric Emergency Center opening in March of 2014 and becoming one of only eight pediatric-specific facilities  in the entire state of North Carolina, the kid friendly atmosphere since the opening of this wing has led to almost 15,000 youths being treated.

Nash UNC Health Care offers up the peace of mind that goes hand in hand with achieving Lifestyle Redefined with your move to Belmont Lake Preserve. To find out more about starting your journey into North Carolina Living and getting the award winning Rocky Mount NC Health Care that you desire and deserve, visit their website at www.nhcs.org.

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You’re Never Too Far From…The Most Iconic Minor League Franchise of All Time and Durham Bulls Baseball

Durham Bulls Baseball

With a lineage unmatched by even most Major League Baseball teams, and a place in pop culture history and lore forever, Durham Bulls Baseball is a tradition like no other in the summer months that awaits you and at under an hour away from your front door at the Belmont Lake Preserve NC golf community, it won’t be long until you are saying, “Play Ball.”

Durham Bulls Baseball

A beautiful night of Bulls Baseball at DBAP

Dating way back to the 1902, the history of the Durham Bulls baseball franchise is one of the most interesting and storied of any professional sports organization at any level of play. While the most recent run of pro ball in Durham began in 1980, when they became the Bulls and later that decade would gain notoriety through the major motion picture bearing the team’s name, the team originally began play in the North Carolina League as the Durham Tobacconists in April of 1902.

After the initial season of play that league folded, but in the teams’ first appearance under the Durham Bulls name, they would not have too long before they once again were taking the field, as the North Carolina State League (NCSL) formed in late 1912 and at the start of 1913 the Bulls would start playing at Hanes Field, which sits on what would now be part of Duke University’s east campus. The NCSL would cease to exist in May of 1917 due to the start of World War I in leading to a two year hiatus in professional baseball being played in Durham.

Durham Bulls Baseball

The “snorting bull” that was originally developed in the movie “Bull Durham,” now has a variation sitting beyond the outfield wall at DBAP

After the disbanding of the NCSL and the two years before Durham Bulls Baseball would return to action in 1919 with the formation of the Piedmont League, there would only be one summer (1944) without professional baseball in town until 1972. During this 50 year period, one significant pickup by the franchise would be when they purchased and then began the 1926 season playing their home games at El Toro Park, which would be renamed in 1933 as Durham Athletic Park where they would continue to play at until 1993. It would also be during this time period that Durham Bulls Baseball would first become affiliated with an MLB franchise, as they became part of the Philadelphia Phillies organization in 1932. To the day, they remain an MLB affiliate, just one league below the “bigs,” as the Triple A team in the Tampa Rays organization.

Following their brief merger with the city of Raleigh from 1968-1972 in the New York Mets family as the Raleigh-Durham Mets, pro baseball again left the Triangle area, but Durham Bulls Baseball would return for good in 1980 and become the franchise that is more recognizable than any in the country among the ranks of the minor leagues. The late fall months of 1987 would have much to do with the spike in notoriety for Durham Bulls Baseball as, Kevin Costner, Tim Robbins, and Susan Sarandon would star in the huge box office hit, “Bull Durham,” which would be released in 1988 and most of which was filmed at Durham Athletic Park and in the surrounding areas.

Durham Bulls Baseball

Released in 1988, “Bull Durham” starring Kevin Costner, Susan Sarandon, and others brought national attention to the franchise

In May of 1990, Jim Goodmon would purchase the Durham Bulls Baseball franchise, and announce his plans for a new stadium in what would be known as Durham Bulls Athletic Park (DBAP), a beautiful ballpark by the standards of any league that would have an additional 10,000 seats and allow for the team to begin setting attendance records on a near annual basis. Just last season, in 2015 the Durham Bulls Baseball club set their own single season paid attendance record, with 554,788 fans coming through the turnstiles at DBAP last season.

Durham Bulls Baseball is steeped in a rich history that continues to excite their fans and provide great family fun at every one of their home games played. The team also offers many great giveaways and host theme nights at the park throughout the season. For a complete look at Durham Bulls Baseball including their full schedule, ticket information, specials and discounts, and so much more, visit durhambulls.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Hatteras NC and the Outer Banks…You’re never too far from World Class Fishing

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One of the many attractions of your relocation and the jump into “North Carolina Living” is the convenient location not only to the beaches, mountains, and all points in between in state, but also the central locale to most major spots in both the north and southeastern U.S. Case in point, just a few short hours up the road from Rocky Mount’s premier North Carolina golf community, Belmont Lake Preserve, you are “never too far from” world class fishing and so much more in Hatteras NC and the Outer Banks.

Hatteras NC

The Graveyard of the Atlantic Maritime Museum

The “southernmost” community on Hatteras Island, Hatteras NC is renowned not only for its beauty and the Cape Hatteras lighthouse, but also for the best fishing on the Outer Banks. From its humble beginnings in the 1700s , the very first people to settle in Hatteras NC relied on the abundance of fish in the small town, until eventually many years later the village evolved into what is now referred to as the “blue marlin capital of the world.”

Although being only 15 miles off of the Gulf Stream and offering what many consider to be the best charter fishing off the coast of North Carolina, Hatteras NC has much more to offer than just that which is alluring to the fisherman. Tourists have also praised the beaches at Hatteras NC and locals alike as “like no other anywhere in the world.” The Hatteras NC beaches offer both vehicular and pedestrian access in addition to countless opportunities for an array of beach water sports and activities that include swimming, windsurfing, canoeing, kayaking, and kiteboarding.

Hatteras NC

The Atlantic Ocean at Cape Hatteras Beach NC

In addition to the fishing and watersports offered at Hatteras NC, there are several other local attractions that have made this one of the most desirable destinations in all of the Outer Banks. First and foremost, the shopping, entertainment, and great food offered at the Hatteras Landing complex sits at the heart of the village. Also, the Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum gives visitors a look back at the rich msritime history of Hatteras NC and the fascinating stories of days gone by involving Hatteras Island and the sea.

With an assortment of special events throughout the calendar year catering to all tastes and lifestyle including the annual mid-Sepetmber, “Day at the Docks,” October’s “Wings Over Water,” or the “Hatteras Grand Slam” in early July, Hatteras NC offers something for everyone visiting their quaint waterfront village. For more information on Hatteras NC and all the beaches of the Outer Banks, visit outerbanks.org.

 

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Savor the Taste of Lifestyle Redefined at The Main Course at Belmont

The Main Course at Belmont
The Main Course at Belmont

Mouth watering steaks and chops are a staple at The Main Course

They say that “laughter is always the brightest in the place where the food is,” and no where is this statement truer than here at Belmont Lake Preserve NC golf community, as you can “savor the taste of Lifestyle Redefined” without leaving your own neighborhood with the delicious offerings at The Main Course at Belmont.

Since its opening day in late 2014, The Main Course at Belmont has been earning rave reviews from its customers, whether they stopped in for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or some type of catered or special event. Located at 201 Belmont Way in the Belmont Lake Golf Clubhouse, The Main Course at Belmont is open Monday through Saturday from 7:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m., and Sunday from 7:00 a.m until 3:00 p.m.

The Main Course's Seafood Sampler is always a popular menu option

The Main Course’s Seafood Sampler is always a popular menu option

Named recently by the accredited art, food, and culture website, “The Culture Trip” as one of the top ten best restaurants in Rocky Mount, NC, whether a great home cooked breakfast, an authentic American lunch, or a delicious staek or seafood offering for dinner, anytime of day, The Main Course at Belmont has you covered.

At tripadvisor.com, over 50 customers have reviewed The Main Course at Belmont, raving over the fantastic meals and service they received at the restaurant. Described by one reviewer as “ one of the best kept secrets in Rocky Mount,” and “not quite like anywhere else you will go,” The Main Course at Belmont consistently has drawn fantastic reviews since opening almost two years ago.

The Main Course at Belmont

The classic American breakfast options at the Main Course are a delicious way to start the day

Serving breakfast seven days a week, customers have noted being impressed both by the quality and great, affordable pricing whether they go with the always popular “Monster Cheese Biscuit,” one of the made to order omelettes, the “Hobo,” or any of the other standard American breakfast favorites available at The Main Course at Belmont. See their full breakfast menu here.

With a wide selection of sandwich options that include the often talked about Shrimp Po’ Boy, a fantastic Philly Cheesesteak, Robbie’s Chicken Salad, the “Tailgater” burger, and so many more, lunch time at The Main Course at Belmont is one you will also want to check out soon. Daily specials, fresh salads, and lunch “bowls and  baskets” featuring Robbie’s Famous Ribs, Chicken Tenders, and more are also available Monday-Friday during the lunch hours of 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Check out the full lunch menu for The Main Course here.

The Main Course at Belmont

The jumbo lump crab cakes at The Main Course are a “must try” for any seafood lover

The three courses offered for dinner at The Main Course at Belmont are like no other offerings in the city of Rocky Mount.With “first course” appetizers that include a bourbon-glazed smoked pork belly offering or their delicious buffalo shrimp, there is no bad way to start. The soup of the day, or a choice of several salads make a perfect set up for the “main course” of which the choices are endless. Chef specials such as the succulent prime rib or the everyday options including several juicy, made to order steaks, seafood, chicken entrees, and the incredible prime rib pork chops keep the customers coming back for more and leaving happy every time. The full dinner menu can be seen here.

The Main Course at Belmont

Good times with friends and family await you at The Main Course at Belmont

In addition to all of the great food options, which also includes homemade desserts, The Main Course also features a full bar, where you can enjoy a few beverages either before or after a meal, or while waiting or finishing up a round of 18 holes on the spectacular, award winning Belmont Lake Golf Club. For more information on The Main Course and Belmont Lake Preserve visit belmontlakepreserve.com.

 

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Koka Booth Amphitheatre Summer Concert Lineup in Cary: “You’re Never Too Far from… World Class Entertainment…

Koka Booth Amphitheatre Summer Concert Series
Koka Booth Amphitheatre Summer Lineup

ZZ Top will bring their classic mix of blues and rock to Cary on Sept. 14

While the many spa-like on site amenities and great local community events in Rocky Mount are some of the most alluring points in opting to move to the North Carolina’s premier golf community, Belmont Lake Preserve, it’s location and proximity to all of the incredible entertainment of the Triangle area such as the world class talent being showcased as part of the Koka Booth Amphitheatre Summer Concert Lineup in Cary.

The huge Koka Booth Amphitheatre Summer Lineup continues this upcoming week, with the second installment of the critically acclaimed live jazz series, the Hob Nob Jazz Series with Yolanda Rabun on Wednesday, June 1, and La Fiesta Jazz Quintet on the following Wednesday, June 8.

The majority of the remainder of June will see the world renowned North Carolina Symphony (pictured at top) and their always popular, annual NC Summerfest Series take center stage as a art of the Koka Booth Amphitheatre Summer Concert Lineup. This annual series sees a variety of guests joining the Symphony and the ensemble taking on different themes and genres during each performance. This remainder of the NC Summerfest Series from the North Carolina Symphony schedule is as follows:

  • June 3- Gershwin and Jazz with Joey Alexander
  • June 4- Classics Under the Stars
  • June 10- John Williams Festival I
  • June 11- John Williams Festival II
  • June 16- Beethoven Festival I
  • June 17- Beethoven Festival II
  • June 24- Broadway at the Booth
  • June 25- The Music of David Bowie: A Musical Odyssey
  • July 4- Independence Day (Free Show)
  • July 9- Beach Music with North Tower Band
Koka Booth Amphitheatre Summer Lineup

On August 7, the legendary Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons take the Koka Booth stage .

The national acts appearing as a part of the Koka Booth Amphitheatre Summer Lineup return in early July as well, with Modest Mouse taking the Cary stage on Wednesday, July 6. Flight of the Conchords is the next act to come in to Koka Booth on Monday, July 18 and the Wheels of Soul Tour featuring the Tedeschi Trucks Band, Los Lobos, and North Mississippi All Stars share the bill on July 22.

Heading into August and September, a few faces familiar to an older generation highlight the Koka Booth Amphitheatre Summer Lineup, with Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons (August 7) and ZZ Top with Gov’t Mule (Sept. 14) scheduled to appear. The Lumineers on Thursday, September 15 and Alabama with the Charlie Daniels Band on Friday, October 7 round out the Koka Booth Amphithatre Summer Concert Lineup.

For more details on any of these upcoming shows, including information on ordering tickets, visit boothamphitheatre.com.

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North Carolina Outdoor Living : Exploring the Rocky Mount NC Bike Trails

North Carolina Outdoor Living

With the month of May is known across the United States as “National Bike Month,” the array of Rocky Mount NC Bike Trails give you a glimpse of the incredible North Carolina Outdoor Living options give you a way to recognize this celebrated month as well as keep fit and enjoy some beautiful scenery all with in minutes of your new home at the Belmont Lake Preserve NC golf community.

The League of American Bicyclists established “National Bike Month” in 1956, with the premise that each May, the public be educated on the benefits of cycling, either for exercise, pleasure, or transportation. The North Carolina Outdoor Living options in Rocky Mount are plentiful, especially when it come to biking, as there are no fewer than five distinct parks and designated trails that specifically cater to those pedaling about. These not only give you a nice surface to ride on, but also allow you to enjoy North Carolina Outdoor Living with the scenic and historic backdrop that is Rocky Mount NC. The five pathways in Rocky Mount include:

  • Battle Park

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    There are many winding trails that lead you through Battle Park

The largest park in the city of Rocky Mount is centered around the “falls of the Tar River.” A sprawling 57 acres in size, Battle Park once was a prime hunting and fishing ground for the native Tuscarora Indians. Those days have passed, however, the opportunity to enjoy North Carolina Outdoor Living is plentiful here, with biking and walking trails curving through the park and leading to picnic areas, a boat ramp, several fishing piers, and a gazebo

  • Sunset Park
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The beautiful scenery at Sunset Park

The city of Rocky Mount’s main park, complete with a carousel, a spray park, a boat ramp, picnic areas, tennis and basketball courts, and a skate park also offers a unique and beautiful landscape view of North Carolina Outdoor Living while you pedal your way around the trails weaving through and around the park.

 

  • Martin Luther King, Jr. Park

Many historians feel that the first uttering of Dr. King’s famous “I have a dream”phrase took place right in Rocky Mount at a public speaking engagement just a short time before his now iconic speech that took place on the steps onf the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C.. This historic park honoring the Civil Rights leader has a bike/waliking pathway surrounding it and among its 28.42 acres also features a playground, swings, and recreational fields.

  • The Raised Walking and Biking Path

On the way out of Sunset Park, from this wooden path you get a spectacular look at the wetland habitat along Rocky Mount’s Tar River.

  • Rocky Mount Pedestrian Bridge (Pictured at Top)

One of the longest wooden structures of its kind in the entire United States. The pedestrian bridge also crosse over the Tar River as you ride out of Battle Park.

Celebrate National Bike Month and enjoy the great scenic landscapes and history while taking in all the North Carolina Outdoor Living that Rocky Mount NC has to offer all month long and throughout the summer months. For a comprehensive guide and more details of these etrails and all of the parks in the city, visit rockymountnc.gov.

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