Author Rhonda Browning White
The Graceful Geese Mercantile 2220 US Highway 70 SE, Hickory, NC, United StatesJoin us as Author Rhonda Browning White stops by for a book reading and signing.
Join us as Author Rhonda Browning White stops by for a book reading and signing.
Artist Karin Koval will be Painting on site Sat 1-3 pm
Book signing with author R. E. Tolbert.
Come to The Graceful Geese Mercantile for a free storytime experience with Charlotte, NC, author Eden Estabrook!
Join us as artist Adele J McCarty paints a mural at The Graceful Geese Mercantile.
Join us as a Talented musician, Cooper Eades, plays guitar, mandolin, and banjo at The Graceful Geese Lounge.
Join us as vocalist, guitarist and song writer Katelyn Johnson plays a set at The Graceful Geese Lounge.
Meet Matthew Ellwood! Born in Columbus, Ohio, Matthew's family soon packed up and moved to Greensboro, NC, where he grew up with four lively siblings. As a homeschooled kid, he spent most of his days creating his own fun, and music was always part of the mix. From the backseat of his dad's Pontiac on the way to basketball practice, Matthew soaked in the sounds of 90s and 2000s country legends like Alan Jackson, Tim McGraw, Kenny Chesney, Tracy Lawrence, and Keith Whitley. Fast forward 10-15 years, and Matthew was playing college basketball at Pfeiffer University. Unfortunately, after two years, a knee surgery ended his basketball dreams but kickstarted his passion for songwriting and music. In 2014, he picked up a guitar and penned his first song about Dale Jr. right in the middle of a Sport Management class! In 2018, Matthew made the big move to Nashville, where he showcased his talents at places like Belcourt Taps and Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge on Broadway. By 2020, he decided to return to Charlotte to be closer to family. For the past four years, Matthew has been playing shows all around the area. Want to catch him live or book him for […]
Katelyn is also an accomplished Christian vocalist, musician, and songwriter. She leads worship for her church, participates in praise team at her high school, and plays for various live venues, including events at the Graceful Geese Mercantile and local retirement communities.