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Tickets are now on sale for the Hiddenite Center�s Annual Spring Port-a-Pit Chicken Fundraiser. The chicken will be provided by Port-a-Pit of Statesville, which is widely known for their high quality chicken with distinctive flavor and mouthwatering aroma. These delicious Port-a-Pit Chicken meals will be available for sale from 11:00am until 4:00pm. The Hiddenite Center will offer a pick up only location at the Alexander County Courthouse Lawn and a dine in / pick up location at the Hiddenite Center�s Educational Complex (70 Hiddenite Church Road).

Tickets for this outstanding meal are bargain priced at only $7.50 each with all proceeds going to support The Hiddenite Center. The meal includes half a chicken, slaw, beans, roll, and dessert. Beverages will be available for purchase at both locations.

Local businesses are encouraged to contact the Hiddenite Center with carry out delivery orders for their office. The Hiddenite Center will provide FREE carry out delivery for orders of 10 plates or more to businesses located within a ten mile radius of either the Hiddenite or Taylorsville location.

�This is a wonderful opportunity to get an affordable, delicious lunch while supporting the Hiddenite Center and our ongoing arts programming,� said Karen Walker, Assistant Director. �We hope everyone will use their lunch hour to support the Arts in our community!�

Tickets are on sale now through any Hiddenite Center staff member or at the Lucas Mansion in Hiddenite (316 Hiddenite Church Road).

Volunteers are needed at both locations to help serve plates, deliver orders, bake brownies, and help with cleanup! The support of individuals and businesses that would like to help with ticket sales will also be greatly appreciated. Call (828) 632-6966 for tickets, information, or to volunteer.

For more information about upcoming Hiddenite Center events and programs, visit www.hiddenitecenter.com or join the Hiddenite Center on facebook by searching Friends of the Hiddenite Center.