| This is the second of our series of video tours of bike rides, with a special focus on Mecklenburg County Greenways. Keep reading to see a video, as well as more information and pictures. The Mecklenburg County greenway system is a set of linear... Read the whole entry...» If you've been thinking about joining Costco, now is a good time to do it. They've got a Groupon right now where you pay $60 for a one-year Gold Star membership (which is the regular price) and get these bonuses: A $40 Costco shop card... Read the whole entry...» We are starting to add in-person events to this list, but it still has a lot of virtual events. This list will be a combination of in-person and virtual events for some time. Also during this time we're including some events that are more... Read the whole entry...» Levine Museum of the New South, at 200 E. Seventh Street, is closed to the public at this time, but it is occasionally offering a virtual event. StoryMining Project In addition, it's collecting stories from the community through its... Read the whole entry...»
Charlotte Warehouse Sale is offering one lucky reader a $50 gift certificate to their next sale, which starts Saturday, August 22nd. Read on to learn about the sale, and how to enter the contest! You'll find women's overstock,... Read the whole entry...» McColl Center for Art + Innovation, at 721 North Tryon Street, is free to visit, and also hosts many free events for the public. These days the events are online. Next up: Creative Shifts: Susan Harbage Page and Roger Manley
Tuesday, July 28th,... Read the whole entry...» Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture The Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture, at 551 South Tryon Street at Levine Center for the Arts, often has a number of free and low-cost events coming up for the... Read the whole entry...»
Nothing beats freshly picked produce, and it can be fun to do it yourself. An outing to a U-pick farm can be a great tradition for kids. We keep a list, year-round, of farms where you can pick your own produce, and that list is below. But with... Read the whole entry...» This is not an optimal time for live music, but Charlotte live music is alive and kicking. Many Charlotte artists are offering virtual concerts, and we're starting to see some drive-in concerts as well. Looking for concerts this weekend (and... Read the whole entry...» The Starving Artist Market is returning! The Starving Artist Market is a chance to shop for local handmade art. It's free to attend. Here are some of the upcoming events. Follow the links to see a list of participating artists and vendors, as... Read the whole entry...»
Each day from August 17th to 23rd, 2020, one lucky person will win a prize at a Charlotte business, and many more will enjoy the thrill of the hunt, and perhaps learn more about Charlotte. You'll need to follow @CLTscavengerhunt on Instagram... Read the whole entry...» Whether your idea of Halloween fun is being chased through the woods by a serial killer with a chainsaw, or taking a zombie-less hayride to the pumpkin patch, there is something this fall in the Charlotte area that will meet your needs. This... Read the whole entry...» Outdoor movies are a staple of summer entertainment for families. Normally there are at least 10 outdoor movie series throughout the Charlotte area. They're a fun night out, usually including kids' activities, like face painting,... Read the whole entry...»
Have you attended a Tosco Music Party show yet? If you like music, of any genre, you should. It's a family friendly musical variety show. Bands and musicians each play two songs. You might see a jazz pianist, followed by bluegrass band,... Read the whole entry...» UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens The Charlotte region is home to several very different public gardens, each with its own feel and focus. What they all have in common is that they provide a peaceful, relaxing experience and a way to connect with... Read the whole entry...» Theatre Charlotte, 501 Queens Road, is hosting Grand Nights for Singing, a series of parking lot performances. At these events, there's a maximum of 25 people in the audience, to maintain social distancing. Masks are required. Please bring... Read the whole entry...» Photo by Bailey Littlejohn on Unsplash If you're thinking about a quick getaway to the mountains, and you'd like to go beyond the familiar destinations of Asheville and Blowing Rock, you're in for a treat. This itinerary for an... Read the whole entry...»
Musicians and other performers will be performing at Sounds on the Square in free events outside Spirit Square, 345 N. College Street, on Friday evenings, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Face masks will be required, and there will be socially distanced... Read the whole entry...» | 