The Hickory Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism Department, in partnership with the Humane Society of Catawba County, will host the Spring Bark Festival on Saturday, May 14, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Fairbrook Optimist Dog Park.

This is a family-friendly, dog-friendly event that will feature a day of musical entertainment, dog demonstrations, fun owner-pet contests with great prizes, a variety of vendors, and raffles, as well as food and beverage options. There will also be opportunities to adopt a new furry family member, or get your dog vaccinated.  Fairbrook Optimist Dog Park is located at 1560 4th Avenue SE in Hickory.  For more information, contact Lance Riddile at 828-261-2254 or lriddile@hickorync.gov.