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SUMMARY:Holiday Kitchen Series: Classic Candy Making Class
DESCRIPTION:There’s something special about homemade candy during the holidays — and Rhonda McDonnell is ready to share some of her family’s favorite recipes and techniques! Join at Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co. on Saturday\, October 24th at 4PM for a fun\, demonstration-style candy-making class featuring four classic treats: \n\n\n\n\nEnglish Toffee\n\n\n\nMy Mom’s Peanut Brittle\n\n\n\nPistachio-Honey Toffee\n\n\n\nTamiko’s Famous Caramels\n\n\n\n\nRhonda will walk us through the candy-making process\, sharing tips and techniques along the way. And because this is a candy class\, there will be plenty of sampling!Rhonda is an English professor\, writer\, and editor\, but her real love comes from cooking\, baking\, and candy making. She learned to make candy from her mother\, who learned from hers\, and she loves how a few simple ingredients can turn into something wonderful to share or give as a gift.Part of Purple Thistle’s Holiday Kitchen Series — a collection of hands-on and demonstration-style classes celebrating homemade food\, thoughtful gifts\, and the joy of making things yourself. \n\n\n\nHoliday Kitchen: Classic Candy Making Class | Purple Thistle
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/holiday-kitchen-series-classic-candy-making-class/
LOCATION:Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.\, 103 W. South Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Events,Adults,Christmas,Classes/Workshops,Demonstrations,Fall,Foodie,Hobby/Enthusiast,Holiday Events,Midlife,Senior,Shopping,Social,Thanksgiving,Young Adults
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SUMMARY:Thistle & Twist: Quarterly Cocktail – Holiday Edition
DESCRIPTION:Thistle & Twist: Quarterly Cocktail – Holiday Edition at Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co. on Thursday\, October 22nd at 6:30PM. Get ready to shake\, stir\, and sip your way through the holidays!For this edition of Thistle & Twist\, the group will welcome Nate Lonnen\, owner of The Workshop Tavern and Poplar Place\, as the guest bartender and host. Nate will be creating three cocktails designed to take you from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Eve — with a different seasonal cocktail for each holiday.Three different cocktail mixers will be featured throughout the evening\, with each mixer bringing its own flavor and personality to the drinks. You’ll get to taste all three and learn how each one can be used to create a festive cocktail at home.And the best part? You’ll choose your favorite mixer to take home with you\, so you can recreate your favorite cocktail for your own holiday celebrations.Come sip\, learn\, and get a head start on your holiday cocktail menu! $50 per person. 21+ event. Space is limited. \n\n\n\nThistle & Twist: The Quarterly Cocktail | Purple Thistle
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/thistle-twist-quarterly-cocktail-holiday-edition/
LOCATION:Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.\, 103 W. South Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:21 +,Aberdeen Events,Adults,Beer Wine and Spirit Experiences,Fall,Hobby/Enthusiast,Holiday Events,Midlife,Presentation,Social,Tasting,Thanksgiving,Thursday Night Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T180000
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SUMMARY:Buttercream Frosting Class
DESCRIPTION:Join for a Buttercream Frosting Class at Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co. on Thursday\, October 8th at 6PM. Forget royal icing! Traditional cookie decorating classes often use royal icing\, but we’re taking a different—and delicious—approach with buttercream frosting. Buttercream tastes amazing\, but it behaves differently than royal icing\, so you’ll learn a different set of decorating techniques. Lauren will walk you through the basics of working with buttercream\, piping techniques\, and how to create beautiful designs while keeping things fun and approachable.You’ll decorate three cookies during the class:🎃 Pumpkin🍂 Leaf⭕ Round — your chance to freestyle and create your own design!Your $35 ticket includes:-Hands-on buttercream decorating instruction with Lauren-Three cookies to decorate-A printed buttercream guide\, including Lauren’s buttercream frosting recipe-Your choice of one cookie cutter to take home-There will also be some optional decorating supplies available for purchase if you’d like to continue practicing your new skills at home.Children 12+ are welcome! No previous decorating experience is necessary. Come ready to learn some new techniques\, play with frosting\, and have fun creating your own cookies! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nButtercream Frosting Class | Purple Thistle
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/buttercream-frosting-class/
LOCATION:Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.\, 103 W. South Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Classes/Workshops,Educational,Fall,Foodie,Halloween,Hobby/Enthusiast,Holiday Events,Midlife,Senior,Young Adults
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SUMMARY:Take and Bake: Sourdough Pop Tarts Class (Ages 18+)
DESCRIPTION:Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co. is offering a hands-on Take and Bake: Sourdough Pop Tarts Class on Wednesday\, October 7th\, starting at 6:00PM. Exclusively for adults ages 18 and older\, the workshop teaches participants how to transform active sourdough starter or discard into all-natural\, whole-food Pop Tarts. Begin with a tasting of various homemade sourdough Pop Tarts paired with Purple Tea\, followed by step-by-step instruction on sourdough pastry techniques\, rolling\, filling\, sealing\, and baking. Assemble their own Pop Tarts to bake fresh at home and decorate pre-made tarts to enjoy immediately. Tickets are $75 per person and include all recipes plus a take-home baking kit featuring a dough roller\, bench scraper\, silicone pastry brush\, purple ruler\, and Pop Tart cookie cutter.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTake and Bake Class: Pop Tarts | Purple Thistle
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/take-and-bake-sourdough-pop-tarts-class-ages-18/
LOCATION:Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.\, 103 W. South Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Events,Classes/Workshops,Educational,Foodie,Hobby/Enthusiast,Midlife,Senior,Social,Wednesday Night Event,Young Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T170000
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SUMMARY:Sourdough Round Table
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about sourdough? Need help with your starter or troubleshooting a loaf? Join Lisa every Wednesday from 3:00PM-5:00PM for Sourdough Round Table at Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co. This casual drop-in gathering is open to bakers of all skill levels and offers helpful tips\, techniques\, recipes\, and advice for all things sourdough. No registration required—just stop by\, bring your questions\, and join the conversation!
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/sourdough-round-table/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.\, 103 W. South Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T160000
DTSTAMP:20260921T135928Z
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SUMMARY:Bread Club:  Biscuits and Gravy
DESCRIPTION:Join on Saturday\, September 26th\, from 2PM-4PM as Lisa leads the next Purple Thistle Bread Club. Lisa is making one of our ultimate comfort-food favorites: Biscuits & Gravy! Come hang out\, learn some new bread skills\, ask questions\, and enjoy a delicious afternoon with fellow bread lovers.A few Bread Club updates: \n\n\n\n\n$5 per person\n\n\n\n15 people max — space is limited!\n\n\n\nCash is preferred at the door\n\n\n\nPrefer to pay ahead? We’ll have an online payment option available. See ticket link below.Whether you’re a seasoned sourdough baker or just getting started\, there’s always something to learn at Bread Club!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/bread-club-biscuits-and-gravy/
LOCATION:Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.\, 103 W. South Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Events,Adults,Clubs,Cooking,Educational,Hobby/Enthusiast,Midlife,Presentation,Senior,Social,Tasting,Young Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T170000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230905Z
CREATED:20260904T230903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T230905Z
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SUMMARY:Sourdough Round Table
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about sourdough? Need help with your starter or troubleshooting a loaf? Join Lisa every Wednesday from 3:00PM-5:00PM for Sourdough Round Table at Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co. This casual drop-in gathering is open to bakers of all skill levels and offers helpful tips\, techniques\, recipes\, and advice for all things sourdough. No registration required—just stop by\, bring your questions\, and join the conversation!
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/sourdough-round-table/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.\, 103 W. South Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T170000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230905Z
CREATED:20260904T230903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T230905Z
UID:10101217-1789570800-1789578000@thepinestimes.com
SUMMARY:Sourdough Round Table
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about sourdough? Need help with your starter or troubleshooting a loaf? Join Lisa every Wednesday from 3:00PM-5:00PM for Sourdough Round Table at Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co. This casual drop-in gathering is open to bakers of all skill levels and offers helpful tips\, techniques\, recipes\, and advice for all things sourdough. No registration required—just stop by\, bring your questions\, and join the conversation!
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/sourdough-round-table/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.\, 103 W. South Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T170000
DTSTAMP:20260904T230905Z
CREATED:20260904T230903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T230905Z
UID:10101216-1788966000-1788973200@thepinestimes.com
SUMMARY:Sourdough Round Table
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about sourdough? Need help with your starter or troubleshooting a loaf? Join Lisa every Wednesday from 3:00PM-5:00PM for Sourdough Round Table at Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co. This casual drop-in gathering is open to bakers of all skill levels and offers helpful tips\, techniques\, recipes\, and advice for all things sourdough. No registration required—just stop by\, bring your questions\, and join the conversation!
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/sourdough-round-table/2026-09-09/
LOCATION:Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.\, 103 W. South Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.":MAILTO:info@purplethistleshop.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T190000
DTSTAMP:20260803T162939Z
CREATED:20260803T155347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T162939Z
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SUMMARY:Aberdeen Summer Passport
DESCRIPTION:Support local businesses and enter for a chance to win big throughout the entire month of August with the Aberdeen Summer Passport! Running Saturday\, August 1st-Monday\, August 31st\, this community-wide shopping initiative created by Amanda Jakl\, co-owner of Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co.\, invites residents and visitors to explore participating merchants across downtown Aberdeen. Participants can earn entries into a grand prize drawing for a $500 Visa Gift Card\, courtesy of Grand Prize Sponsor First Bank. \n\n\n\nTo participate\, look for the official Aberdeen Summer Passport poster displayed in the windows of participating local locations. Earn entry chances by making qualifying purchases or donations: \n\n\n\n\nSpend $25 or more at participating retailers\, restaurants\, and service businesses.\n\n\n\nSpend $10 or more at participating coffee shops and ice cream shops.\n\n\n\nMake a $25 donation to the historic Aberdeen Postmaster’s House.\n\n\n\n\nAfter making a qualifying purchase or donation\, simply scan the business’s unique QR code to submit your entry. Every qualifying transaction offers another opportunity to discover new favorite spots and keep dollars local during the summer.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/aberdeen-summer-passport-2/2026-08-31/
LOCATION:Downtown Aberdeen\, Main Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Events,Adults,Contest,Donation,Fundraiser,Midlife,Senior,Shopping,Social,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.":MAILTO:info@purplethistleshop.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T190000
DTSTAMP:20260803T162939Z
CREATED:20260803T155347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T162939Z
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SUMMARY:Aberdeen Summer Passport
DESCRIPTION:Support local businesses and enter for a chance to win big throughout the entire month of August with the Aberdeen Summer Passport! Running Saturday\, August 1st-Monday\, August 31st\, this community-wide shopping initiative created by Amanda Jakl\, co-owner of Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co.\, invites residents and visitors to explore participating merchants across downtown Aberdeen. Participants can earn entries into a grand prize drawing for a $500 Visa Gift Card\, courtesy of Grand Prize Sponsor First Bank. \n\n\n\nTo participate\, look for the official Aberdeen Summer Passport poster displayed in the windows of participating local locations. Earn entry chances by making qualifying purchases or donations: \n\n\n\n\nSpend $25 or more at participating retailers\, restaurants\, and service businesses.\n\n\n\nSpend $10 or more at participating coffee shops and ice cream shops.\n\n\n\nMake a $25 donation to the historic Aberdeen Postmaster’s House.\n\n\n\n\nAfter making a qualifying purchase or donation\, simply scan the business’s unique QR code to submit your entry. Every qualifying transaction offers another opportunity to discover new favorite spots and keep dollars local during the summer.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/aberdeen-summer-passport-2/2026-08-30/
LOCATION:Downtown Aberdeen\, Main Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Events,Adults,Contest,Donation,Fundraiser,Midlife,Senior,Shopping,Social,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.":MAILTO:info@purplethistleshop.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T190000
DTSTAMP:20260803T162939Z
CREATED:20260803T155347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T162939Z
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SUMMARY:Aberdeen Summer Passport
DESCRIPTION:Support local businesses and enter for a chance to win big throughout the entire month of August with the Aberdeen Summer Passport! Running Saturday\, August 1st-Monday\, August 31st\, this community-wide shopping initiative created by Amanda Jakl\, co-owner of Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co.\, invites residents and visitors to explore participating merchants across downtown Aberdeen. Participants can earn entries into a grand prize drawing for a $500 Visa Gift Card\, courtesy of Grand Prize Sponsor First Bank. \n\n\n\nTo participate\, look for the official Aberdeen Summer Passport poster displayed in the windows of participating local locations. Earn entry chances by making qualifying purchases or donations: \n\n\n\n\nSpend $25 or more at participating retailers\, restaurants\, and service businesses.\n\n\n\nSpend $10 or more at participating coffee shops and ice cream shops.\n\n\n\nMake a $25 donation to the historic Aberdeen Postmaster’s House.\n\n\n\n\nAfter making a qualifying purchase or donation\, simply scan the business’s unique QR code to submit your entry. Every qualifying transaction offers another opportunity to discover new favorite spots and keep dollars local during the summer.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/aberdeen-summer-passport-2/2026-08-29/
LOCATION:Downtown Aberdeen\, Main Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Events,Adults,Contest,Donation,Fundraiser,Midlife,Senior,Shopping,Social,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.":MAILTO:info@purplethistleshop.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T190000
DTSTAMP:20260803T162939Z
CREATED:20260803T155347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T162939Z
UID:10099309-1787911200-1787943600@thepinestimes.com
SUMMARY:Aberdeen Summer Passport
DESCRIPTION:Support local businesses and enter for a chance to win big throughout the entire month of August with the Aberdeen Summer Passport! Running Saturday\, August 1st-Monday\, August 31st\, this community-wide shopping initiative created by Amanda Jakl\, co-owner of Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co.\, invites residents and visitors to explore participating merchants across downtown Aberdeen. Participants can earn entries into a grand prize drawing for a $500 Visa Gift Card\, courtesy of Grand Prize Sponsor First Bank. \n\n\n\nTo participate\, look for the official Aberdeen Summer Passport poster displayed in the windows of participating local locations. Earn entry chances by making qualifying purchases or donations: \n\n\n\n\nSpend $25 or more at participating retailers\, restaurants\, and service businesses.\n\n\n\nSpend $10 or more at participating coffee shops and ice cream shops.\n\n\n\nMake a $25 donation to the historic Aberdeen Postmaster’s House.\n\n\n\n\nAfter making a qualifying purchase or donation\, simply scan the business’s unique QR code to submit your entry. Every qualifying transaction offers another opportunity to discover new favorite spots and keep dollars local during the summer.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/aberdeen-summer-passport-2/2026-08-28/
LOCATION:Downtown Aberdeen\, Main Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Events,Adults,Contest,Donation,Fundraiser,Midlife,Senior,Shopping,Social,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.":MAILTO:info@purplethistleshop.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T191500
DTSTAMP:20260820T150926Z
CREATED:20260820T150923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T150926Z
UID:10100336-1787767200-1787771700@thepinestimes.com
SUMMARY:Well Stocked Pantry-Vanilla Extract
DESCRIPTION:Join for a hands-on (and delightfully fragrant) evening at Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co. as we dive into the art of making your own vanilla extract. \n\n\n\nIn this demonstration-style workshop\, you’ll learn how to create rich\, flavorful vanilla extract using quality beans and your choice of spirits. We’ll walk through the process step-by-step\, share tips on sourcing and storage\, and talk through how flavor develops over time so you can confidently make it again at home. \n\n\n\nEach guest will leave with three 3.5 oz bottles of their own vanilla extract\, beautifully labeled and ready to infuse. You’ll also receive a printed guide with instructions\, tips\, and ideas for gifting (if you can bear to give them away). Additional bottles can be made for $10 per bottle. \n\n\n\nThis is a relaxed\, educational workshop—perfect for beginners\, home cooks\, and anyone who loves stocking their pantry with something a little more special. Space is limited\, so reserve your spot early. \n\n\n\nWell Stocked Pantry – Vanilla Extract | Purple Thistle
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/well-stocked-pantry-vanilla-extract/
LOCATION:Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.\, 103 W. South Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Events,Adults,Cooking,Hobby/Enthusiast,Midlife,Presentation,Senior,Shopping,Social,Wednesday Night Event,Young Adults
ORGANIZER;CN="Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.":MAILTO:info@purplethistleshop.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T190000
DTSTAMP:20260803T162939Z
CREATED:20260803T155347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T162939Z
UID:10099308-1787738400-1787770800@thepinestimes.com
SUMMARY:Aberdeen Summer Passport
DESCRIPTION:Support local businesses and enter for a chance to win big throughout the entire month of August with the Aberdeen Summer Passport! Running Saturday\, August 1st-Monday\, August 31st\, this community-wide shopping initiative created by Amanda Jakl\, co-owner of Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co.\, invites residents and visitors to explore participating merchants across downtown Aberdeen. Participants can earn entries into a grand prize drawing for a $500 Visa Gift Card\, courtesy of Grand Prize Sponsor First Bank. \n\n\n\nTo participate\, look for the official Aberdeen Summer Passport poster displayed in the windows of participating local locations. Earn entry chances by making qualifying purchases or donations: \n\n\n\n\nSpend $25 or more at participating retailers\, restaurants\, and service businesses.\n\n\n\nSpend $10 or more at participating coffee shops and ice cream shops.\n\n\n\nMake a $25 donation to the historic Aberdeen Postmaster’s House.\n\n\n\n\nAfter making a qualifying purchase or donation\, simply scan the business’s unique QR code to submit your entry. Every qualifying transaction offers another opportunity to discover new favorite spots and keep dollars local during the summer.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/aberdeen-summer-passport-2/2026-08-26/
LOCATION:Downtown Aberdeen\, Main Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Events,Adults,Contest,Donation,Fundraiser,Midlife,Senior,Shopping,Social,Young Adults
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SUMMARY:Aberdeen Summer Passport
DESCRIPTION:Support local businesses and enter for a chance to win big throughout the entire month of August with the Aberdeen Summer Passport! Running Saturday\, August 1st-Monday\, August 31st\, this community-wide shopping initiative created by Amanda Jakl\, co-owner of Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co.\, invites residents and visitors to explore participating merchants across downtown Aberdeen. Participants can earn entries into a grand prize drawing for a $500 Visa Gift Card\, courtesy of Grand Prize Sponsor First Bank. \n\n\n\nTo participate\, look for the official Aberdeen Summer Passport poster displayed in the windows of participating local locations. Earn entry chances by making qualifying purchases or donations: \n\n\n\n\nSpend $25 or more at participating retailers\, restaurants\, and service businesses.\n\n\n\nSpend $10 or more at participating coffee shops and ice cream shops.\n\n\n\nMake a $25 donation to the historic Aberdeen Postmaster’s House.\n\n\n\n\nAfter making a qualifying purchase or donation\, simply scan the business’s unique QR code to submit your entry. Every qualifying transaction offers another opportunity to discover new favorite spots and keep dollars local during the summer.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/aberdeen-summer-passport-2/2026-08-24/
LOCATION:Downtown Aberdeen\, Main Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Events,Adults,Contest,Donation,Fundraiser,Midlife,Senior,Shopping,Social,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.":MAILTO:info@purplethistleshop.com
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SUMMARY:Aberdeen Summer Passport
DESCRIPTION:Support local businesses and enter for a chance to win big throughout the entire month of August with the Aberdeen Summer Passport! Running Saturday\, August 1st-Monday\, August 31st\, this community-wide shopping initiative created by Amanda Jakl\, co-owner of Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co.\, invites residents and visitors to explore participating merchants across downtown Aberdeen. Participants can earn entries into a grand prize drawing for a $500 Visa Gift Card\, courtesy of Grand Prize Sponsor First Bank. \n\n\n\nTo participate\, look for the official Aberdeen Summer Passport poster displayed in the windows of participating local locations. Earn entry chances by making qualifying purchases or donations: \n\n\n\n\nSpend $25 or more at participating retailers\, restaurants\, and service businesses.\n\n\n\nSpend $10 or more at participating coffee shops and ice cream shops.\n\n\n\nMake a $25 donation to the historic Aberdeen Postmaster’s House.\n\n\n\n\nAfter making a qualifying purchase or donation\, simply scan the business’s unique QR code to submit your entry. Every qualifying transaction offers another opportunity to discover new favorite spots and keep dollars local during the summer.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/aberdeen-summer-passport-2/2026-08-23/
LOCATION:Downtown Aberdeen\, Main Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Events,Adults,Contest,Donation,Fundraiser,Midlife,Senior,Shopping,Social,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.":MAILTO:info@purplethistleshop.com
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SUMMARY:Aberdeen Summer Passport
DESCRIPTION:Support local businesses and enter for a chance to win big throughout the entire month of August with the Aberdeen Summer Passport! Running Saturday\, August 1st-Monday\, August 31st\, this community-wide shopping initiative created by Amanda Jakl\, co-owner of Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co.\, invites residents and visitors to explore participating merchants across downtown Aberdeen. Participants can earn entries into a grand prize drawing for a $500 Visa Gift Card\, courtesy of Grand Prize Sponsor First Bank. \n\n\n\nTo participate\, look for the official Aberdeen Summer Passport poster displayed in the windows of participating local locations. Earn entry chances by making qualifying purchases or donations: \n\n\n\n\nSpend $25 or more at participating retailers\, restaurants\, and service businesses.\n\n\n\nSpend $10 or more at participating coffee shops and ice cream shops.\n\n\n\nMake a $25 donation to the historic Aberdeen Postmaster’s House.\n\n\n\n\nAfter making a qualifying purchase or donation\, simply scan the business’s unique QR code to submit your entry. Every qualifying transaction offers another opportunity to discover new favorite spots and keep dollars local during the summer.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/aberdeen-summer-passport-2/2026-08-22/
LOCATION:Downtown Aberdeen\, Main Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Events,Adults,Contest,Donation,Fundraiser,Midlife,Senior,Shopping,Social,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.":MAILTO:info@purplethistleshop.com
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T162939Z
UID:10099304-1787306400-1787338800@thepinestimes.com
SUMMARY:Aberdeen Summer Passport
DESCRIPTION:Support local businesses and enter for a chance to win big throughout the entire month of August with the Aberdeen Summer Passport! Running Saturday\, August 1st-Monday\, August 31st\, this community-wide shopping initiative created by Amanda Jakl\, co-owner of Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co.\, invites residents and visitors to explore participating merchants across downtown Aberdeen. Participants can earn entries into a grand prize drawing for a $500 Visa Gift Card\, courtesy of Grand Prize Sponsor First Bank. \n\n\n\nTo participate\, look for the official Aberdeen Summer Passport poster displayed in the windows of participating local locations. Earn entry chances by making qualifying purchases or donations: \n\n\n\n\nSpend $25 or more at participating retailers\, restaurants\, and service businesses.\n\n\n\nSpend $10 or more at participating coffee shops and ice cream shops.\n\n\n\nMake a $25 donation to the historic Aberdeen Postmaster’s House.\n\n\n\n\nAfter making a qualifying purchase or donation\, simply scan the business’s unique QR code to submit your entry. Every qualifying transaction offers another opportunity to discover new favorite spots and keep dollars local during the summer.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/aberdeen-summer-passport-2/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:Downtown Aberdeen\, Main Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Events,Adults,Contest,Donation,Fundraiser,Midlife,Senior,Shopping,Social,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.":MAILTO:info@purplethistleshop.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T100000
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UID:10099303-1787133600-1787166000@thepinestimes.com
SUMMARY:Aberdeen Summer Passport
DESCRIPTION:Support local businesses and enter for a chance to win big throughout the entire month of August with the Aberdeen Summer Passport! Running Saturday\, August 1st-Monday\, August 31st\, this community-wide shopping initiative created by Amanda Jakl\, co-owner of Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co.\, invites residents and visitors to explore participating merchants across downtown Aberdeen. Participants can earn entries into a grand prize drawing for a $500 Visa Gift Card\, courtesy of Grand Prize Sponsor First Bank. \n\n\n\nTo participate\, look for the official Aberdeen Summer Passport poster displayed in the windows of participating local locations. Earn entry chances by making qualifying purchases or donations: \n\n\n\n\nSpend $25 or more at participating retailers\, restaurants\, and service businesses.\n\n\n\nSpend $10 or more at participating coffee shops and ice cream shops.\n\n\n\nMake a $25 donation to the historic Aberdeen Postmaster’s House.\n\n\n\n\nAfter making a qualifying purchase or donation\, simply scan the business’s unique QR code to submit your entry. Every qualifying transaction offers another opportunity to discover new favorite spots and keep dollars local during the summer.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/aberdeen-summer-passport-2/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:Downtown Aberdeen\, Main Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Events,Adults,Contest,Donation,Fundraiser,Midlife,Senior,Shopping,Social,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.":MAILTO:info@purplethistleshop.com
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SUMMARY:Aberdeen Summer Passport
DESCRIPTION:Support local businesses and enter for a chance to win big throughout the entire month of August with the Aberdeen Summer Passport! Running Saturday\, August 1st-Monday\, August 31st\, this community-wide shopping initiative created by Amanda Jakl\, co-owner of Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co.\, invites residents and visitors to explore participating merchants across downtown Aberdeen. Participants can earn entries into a grand prize drawing for a $500 Visa Gift Card\, courtesy of Grand Prize Sponsor First Bank. \n\n\n\nTo participate\, look for the official Aberdeen Summer Passport poster displayed in the windows of participating local locations. Earn entry chances by making qualifying purchases or donations: \n\n\n\n\nSpend $25 or more at participating retailers\, restaurants\, and service businesses.\n\n\n\nSpend $10 or more at participating coffee shops and ice cream shops.\n\n\n\nMake a $25 donation to the historic Aberdeen Postmaster’s House.\n\n\n\n\nAfter making a qualifying purchase or donation\, simply scan the business’s unique QR code to submit your entry. Every qualifying transaction offers another opportunity to discover new favorite spots and keep dollars local during the summer.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/aberdeen-summer-passport-2/2026-08-17/
LOCATION:Downtown Aberdeen\, Main Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Events,Adults,Contest,Donation,Fundraiser,Midlife,Senior,Shopping,Social,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.":MAILTO:info@purplethistleshop.com
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SUMMARY:Aberdeen Summer Passport
DESCRIPTION:Support local businesses and enter for a chance to win big throughout the entire month of August with the Aberdeen Summer Passport! Running Saturday\, August 1st-Monday\, August 31st\, this community-wide shopping initiative created by Amanda Jakl\, co-owner of Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co.\, invites residents and visitors to explore participating merchants across downtown Aberdeen. Participants can earn entries into a grand prize drawing for a $500 Visa Gift Card\, courtesy of Grand Prize Sponsor First Bank. \n\n\n\nTo participate\, look for the official Aberdeen Summer Passport poster displayed in the windows of participating local locations. Earn entry chances by making qualifying purchases or donations: \n\n\n\n\nSpend $25 or more at participating retailers\, restaurants\, and service businesses.\n\n\n\nSpend $10 or more at participating coffee shops and ice cream shops.\n\n\n\nMake a $25 donation to the historic Aberdeen Postmaster’s House.\n\n\n\n\nAfter making a qualifying purchase or donation\, simply scan the business’s unique QR code to submit your entry. Every qualifying transaction offers another opportunity to discover new favorite spots and keep dollars local during the summer.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/aberdeen-summer-passport-2/2026-08-16/
LOCATION:Downtown Aberdeen\, Main Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Events,Adults,Contest,Donation,Fundraiser,Midlife,Senior,Shopping,Social,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.":MAILTO:info@purplethistleshop.com
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SUMMARY:Aberdeen Summer Passport
DESCRIPTION:Support local businesses and enter for a chance to win big throughout the entire month of August with the Aberdeen Summer Passport! Running Saturday\, August 1st-Monday\, August 31st\, this community-wide shopping initiative created by Amanda Jakl\, co-owner of Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co.\, invites residents and visitors to explore participating merchants across downtown Aberdeen. Participants can earn entries into a grand prize drawing for a $500 Visa Gift Card\, courtesy of Grand Prize Sponsor First Bank. \n\n\n\nTo participate\, look for the official Aberdeen Summer Passport poster displayed in the windows of participating local locations. Earn entry chances by making qualifying purchases or donations: \n\n\n\n\nSpend $25 or more at participating retailers\, restaurants\, and service businesses.\n\n\n\nSpend $10 or more at participating coffee shops and ice cream shops.\n\n\n\nMake a $25 donation to the historic Aberdeen Postmaster’s House.\n\n\n\n\nAfter making a qualifying purchase or donation\, simply scan the business’s unique QR code to submit your entry. Every qualifying transaction offers another opportunity to discover new favorite spots and keep dollars local during the summer.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/aberdeen-summer-passport-2/2026-08-15/
LOCATION:Downtown Aberdeen\, Main Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Events,Adults,Contest,Donation,Fundraiser,Midlife,Senior,Shopping,Social,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.":MAILTO:info@purplethistleshop.com
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UID:10099299-1786701600-1786734000@thepinestimes.com
SUMMARY:Aberdeen Summer Passport
DESCRIPTION:Support local businesses and enter for a chance to win big throughout the entire month of August with the Aberdeen Summer Passport! Running Saturday\, August 1st-Monday\, August 31st\, this community-wide shopping initiative created by Amanda Jakl\, co-owner of Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co.\, invites residents and visitors to explore participating merchants across downtown Aberdeen. Participants can earn entries into a grand prize drawing for a $500 Visa Gift Card\, courtesy of Grand Prize Sponsor First Bank. \n\n\n\nTo participate\, look for the official Aberdeen Summer Passport poster displayed in the windows of participating local locations. Earn entry chances by making qualifying purchases or donations: \n\n\n\n\nSpend $25 or more at participating retailers\, restaurants\, and service businesses.\n\n\n\nSpend $10 or more at participating coffee shops and ice cream shops.\n\n\n\nMake a $25 donation to the historic Aberdeen Postmaster’s House.\n\n\n\n\nAfter making a qualifying purchase or donation\, simply scan the business’s unique QR code to submit your entry. Every qualifying transaction offers another opportunity to discover new favorite spots and keep dollars local during the summer.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/aberdeen-summer-passport-2/2026-08-14/
LOCATION:Downtown Aberdeen\, Main Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Events,Adults,Contest,Donation,Fundraiser,Midlife,Senior,Shopping,Social,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.":MAILTO:info@purplethistleshop.com
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SUMMARY:Aberdeen Summer Passport
DESCRIPTION:Support local businesses and enter for a chance to win big throughout the entire month of August with the Aberdeen Summer Passport! Running Saturday\, August 1st-Monday\, August 31st\, this community-wide shopping initiative created by Amanda Jakl\, co-owner of Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co.\, invites residents and visitors to explore participating merchants across downtown Aberdeen. Participants can earn entries into a grand prize drawing for a $500 Visa Gift Card\, courtesy of Grand Prize Sponsor First Bank. \n\n\n\nTo participate\, look for the official Aberdeen Summer Passport poster displayed in the windows of participating local locations. Earn entry chances by making qualifying purchases or donations: \n\n\n\n\nSpend $25 or more at participating retailers\, restaurants\, and service businesses.\n\n\n\nSpend $10 or more at participating coffee shops and ice cream shops.\n\n\n\nMake a $25 donation to the historic Aberdeen Postmaster’s House.\n\n\n\n\nAfter making a qualifying purchase or donation\, simply scan the business’s unique QR code to submit your entry. Every qualifying transaction offers another opportunity to discover new favorite spots and keep dollars local during the summer.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/aberdeen-summer-passport-2/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:Downtown Aberdeen\, Main Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Events,Adults,Contest,Donation,Fundraiser,Midlife,Senior,Shopping,Social,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.":MAILTO:info@purplethistleshop.com
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SUMMARY:Aberdeen Summer Passport
DESCRIPTION:Support local businesses and enter for a chance to win big throughout the entire month of August with the Aberdeen Summer Passport! Running Saturday\, August 1st-Monday\, August 31st\, this community-wide shopping initiative created by Amanda Jakl\, co-owner of Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co.\, invites residents and visitors to explore participating merchants across downtown Aberdeen. Participants can earn entries into a grand prize drawing for a $500 Visa Gift Card\, courtesy of Grand Prize Sponsor First Bank. \n\n\n\nTo participate\, look for the official Aberdeen Summer Passport poster displayed in the windows of participating local locations. Earn entry chances by making qualifying purchases or donations: \n\n\n\n\nSpend $25 or more at participating retailers\, restaurants\, and service businesses.\n\n\n\nSpend $10 or more at participating coffee shops and ice cream shops.\n\n\n\nMake a $25 donation to the historic Aberdeen Postmaster’s House.\n\n\n\n\nAfter making a qualifying purchase or donation\, simply scan the business’s unique QR code to submit your entry. Every qualifying transaction offers another opportunity to discover new favorite spots and keep dollars local during the summer.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/aberdeen-summer-passport-2/2026-08-10/
LOCATION:Downtown Aberdeen\, Main Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Events,Adults,Contest,Donation,Fundraiser,Midlife,Senior,Shopping,Social,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.":MAILTO:info@purplethistleshop.com
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SUMMARY:Aberdeen Summer Passport
DESCRIPTION:Support local businesses and enter for a chance to win big throughout the entire month of August with the Aberdeen Summer Passport! Running Saturday\, August 1st-Monday\, August 31st\, this community-wide shopping initiative created by Amanda Jakl\, co-owner of Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co.\, invites residents and visitors to explore participating merchants across downtown Aberdeen. Participants can earn entries into a grand prize drawing for a $500 Visa Gift Card\, courtesy of Grand Prize Sponsor First Bank. \n\n\n\nTo participate\, look for the official Aberdeen Summer Passport poster displayed in the windows of participating local locations. Earn entry chances by making qualifying purchases or donations: \n\n\n\n\nSpend $25 or more at participating retailers\, restaurants\, and service businesses.\n\n\n\nSpend $10 or more at participating coffee shops and ice cream shops.\n\n\n\nMake a $25 donation to the historic Aberdeen Postmaster’s House.\n\n\n\n\nAfter making a qualifying purchase or donation\, simply scan the business’s unique QR code to submit your entry. Every qualifying transaction offers another opportunity to discover new favorite spots and keep dollars local during the summer.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/aberdeen-summer-passport-2/2026-08-09/
LOCATION:Downtown Aberdeen\, Main Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Events,Adults,Contest,Donation,Fundraiser,Midlife,Senior,Shopping,Social,Young Adults
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SUMMARY:Aberdeen Summer Passport
DESCRIPTION:Support local businesses and enter for a chance to win big throughout the entire month of August with the Aberdeen Summer Passport! Running Saturday\, August 1st-Monday\, August 31st\, this community-wide shopping initiative created by Amanda Jakl\, co-owner of Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co.\, invites residents and visitors to explore participating merchants across downtown Aberdeen. Participants can earn entries into a grand prize drawing for a $500 Visa Gift Card\, courtesy of Grand Prize Sponsor First Bank. \n\n\n\nTo participate\, look for the official Aberdeen Summer Passport poster displayed in the windows of participating local locations. Earn entry chances by making qualifying purchases or donations: \n\n\n\n\nSpend $25 or more at participating retailers\, restaurants\, and service businesses.\n\n\n\nSpend $10 or more at participating coffee shops and ice cream shops.\n\n\n\nMake a $25 donation to the historic Aberdeen Postmaster’s House.\n\n\n\n\nAfter making a qualifying purchase or donation\, simply scan the business’s unique QR code to submit your entry. Every qualifying transaction offers another opportunity to discover new favorite spots and keep dollars local during the summer.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/aberdeen-summer-passport-2/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:Downtown Aberdeen\, Main Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Events,Adults,Contest,Donation,Fundraiser,Midlife,Senior,Shopping,Social,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.":MAILTO:info@purplethistleshop.com
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SUMMARY:Aberdeen Summer Passport
DESCRIPTION:Support local businesses and enter for a chance to win big throughout the entire month of August with the Aberdeen Summer Passport! Running Saturday\, August 1st-Monday\, August 31st\, this community-wide shopping initiative created by Amanda Jakl\, co-owner of Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co.\, invites residents and visitors to explore participating merchants across downtown Aberdeen. Participants can earn entries into a grand prize drawing for a $500 Visa Gift Card\, courtesy of Grand Prize Sponsor First Bank. \n\n\n\nTo participate\, look for the official Aberdeen Summer Passport poster displayed in the windows of participating local locations. Earn entry chances by making qualifying purchases or donations: \n\n\n\n\nSpend $25 or more at participating retailers\, restaurants\, and service businesses.\n\n\n\nSpend $10 or more at participating coffee shops and ice cream shops.\n\n\n\nMake a $25 donation to the historic Aberdeen Postmaster’s House.\n\n\n\n\nAfter making a qualifying purchase or donation\, simply scan the business’s unique QR code to submit your entry. Every qualifying transaction offers another opportunity to discover new favorite spots and keep dollars local during the summer.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/aberdeen-summer-passport-2/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Downtown Aberdeen\, Main Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Events,Adults,Contest,Donation,Fundraiser,Midlife,Senior,Shopping,Social,Young Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.":MAILTO:info@purplethistleshop.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T162939Z
UID:10099293-1785924000-1785956400@thepinestimes.com
SUMMARY:Aberdeen Summer Passport
DESCRIPTION:Support local businesses and enter for a chance to win big throughout the entire month of August with the Aberdeen Summer Passport! Running Saturday\, August 1st-Monday\, August 31st\, this community-wide shopping initiative created by Amanda Jakl\, co-owner of Purple Thistle Kitchen + Co.\, invites residents and visitors to explore participating merchants across downtown Aberdeen. Participants can earn entries into a grand prize drawing for a $500 Visa Gift Card\, courtesy of Grand Prize Sponsor First Bank. \n\n\n\nTo participate\, look for the official Aberdeen Summer Passport poster displayed in the windows of participating local locations. Earn entry chances by making qualifying purchases or donations: \n\n\n\n\nSpend $25 or more at participating retailers\, restaurants\, and service businesses.\n\n\n\nSpend $10 or more at participating coffee shops and ice cream shops.\n\n\n\nMake a $25 donation to the historic Aberdeen Postmaster’s House.\n\n\n\n\nAfter making a qualifying purchase or donation\, simply scan the business’s unique QR code to submit your entry. Every qualifying transaction offers another opportunity to discover new favorite spots and keep dollars local during the summer.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/aberdeen-summer-passport-2/2026-08-05/
LOCATION:Downtown Aberdeen\, Main Street\, Aberdeen\, NC\, 28315\, United States
CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Events,Adults,Contest,Donation,Fundraiser,Midlife,Senior,Shopping,Social,Young Adults
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thepinestimes.com/wp-content/uploads/summerpassportfeature.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Purple Thistle Kitchen & Co.":MAILTO:info@purplethistleshop.com
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