Community Calendar

Embark on a fascinating journey through the skies and cosmos in the interactive aerospace exhibition Above and Beyond!

Above and Beyond celebrates the incredible innovations that have shaped flight – from the earliest dreams of the Wright brothers to today’s space exploration and tomorrow’s cutting-edge aviation technologies.

Explore the frontiers of air and space travel through immersive simulations, hands-on design challenges and dynamic storytelling that brings the history and future of aerospace to life. The journey begins in a wraparound immersive theater, then expands into five themed galleries featuring dozens of interactive stations.

Cancer Support Health & Wellness Classes.

These classes are designed to improve overall health and well-being by providing engaging and informative sessions on healthy cooking, nutritional information, and general wellness. Specifically tailored for individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers, our classes will empower participants with the knowledge and skills to make informed decisions about their diet and lifestyle, ultimately enhancing their health and quality of life.

Additionally, we will address the impact of alcohol and substance abuse on cancer patients and survivors, offering healthy alternatives to support their journey to wellness.

Here’s why you should attend all 3 classes:

-Learn how to prepare healthy meals with Chef Dennis
-October 20th – Breakfast – Avocado and Egg Soft Wrap
-October 27th – Lunch – Baked Salmon with Spinach and Quinoa
-November 3rd – Dinner – Lemon Herb Braised Chicken Thighs with Vegetables served over Chickpea Pasta
-Improve your Nutrition knowledge from Chaside Clover, MS, RD, LDN & Community Outreach Director at Nourish Up
-October 20th – Aromatics and their benefits, including as a substance-free alternative.
-October 27th – Health benefits of salmon, spinach, and quinoa
-November 3rd – Understanding stress eating and healthy alternatives
-Enhance your mental health with Tammy Broadaway, LCMHC, LCAS Psychotherapist, Mental Health Advocate & Wellness Innovator
-October 20th – Aromatherapy for relaxation
-October 27th – Sound therapy for stress relief
-November 3rd – Managing Seasonal Affective Disorder & Holiday Stress
-Discover healthy alternatives to drugs & alcohol
-Attendees who participate in person will receive a reusable insulated grocery bag containing:
-A Health & Wellness Journal
-Ingredients to replicate the cooking demonstration for that day
-And more!
-Additionally, you’ll have a chance to win a raffle prize!

Join the League of Women Voters of Charlotte Mecklenburg and WFAE for an in-person candidate forum ahead of this fall’s Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board of Education election.

WFAE’s education reporter James Farrell will moderate the conversations, and the event will be livestreamed on WFAE's YouTube and Facebook pages.

• Date: October 27
• Location: WFAE Center for Civic and Community Engagement, 301 E. 7th Street
• Doors Open: 6 p.m. | Forum Begins: 7 p.m.

Space is limited. Registration will close once we reach capacity.

Getting There:
Parking: Preferred Parking lot at 219 E. 7th Street (flat lot adjacent to the Lynx Blue Line 7th Street Station); additional street parking is available near First Ward Park.

The location is accessible from the Lynx Blue Line 7th Street Station. Bike and scooter parking is available at the park.

Arrive early for the best seating. 

Wax your mustache and hold onto your passport for this ingenious murder mystery from the world’s best-selling author of all time. Ten passengers board the luxurious Orient Express but after the train unexpectedly stops in isolated, snow-swept mountains, only nine of them are still alive. An American tycoon lies dead in his compartment, stabbed eight times, his door locked from the inside. Thankfully, debonair detective Hercule Poirot is on the train and on the case. Trapped in the snow with a killer still on-board, can the world’s most famous detective crack the case before the train reaches its final destination? This thrilling ride is guaranteed to keep you guessing until the end of the line.

Embark on a fascinating journey through the skies and cosmos in the interactive aerospace exhibition Above and Beyond!

Above and Beyond celebrates the incredible innovations that have shaped flight – from the earliest dreams of the Wright brothers to today’s space exploration and tomorrow’s cutting-edge aviation technologies.

Explore the frontiers of air and space travel through immersive simulations, hands-on design challenges and dynamic storytelling that brings the history and future of aerospace to life. The journey begins in a wraparound immersive theater, then expands into five themed galleries featuring dozens of interactive stations.

Facilitator: LuAnn Berry

Scaling doesn’t happen by accident — it starts with a plan. In this virtual session, you will identify actionable steps to grow your business with intention. Learn how to assess where you are now, define what growth looks like for your business, and create a roadmap that sets you up for sustainable success.
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This six-session series (five virtual and one in-person) is designed to help business owners reach the next stage of business growth. If you have customers, revenue, and a desire to grow — this is What’s Next!

Hosted by the Business Diversity and Inclusion division of Mecklenburg County’s Office of Economic Development.  

Disclaimer: You are participating in a public event sponsored by Mecklenburg County, where pictures will be taken. The County reserves the right to use any photograph or video taken at any event sponsored by the County to support Mecklenburg County business and services. By participating, you agree that any picture or likeness taken of you during the event may be used at the discretion of the County for that purpose.

Wax your mustache and hold onto your passport for this ingenious murder mystery from the world’s best-selling author of all time. Ten passengers board the luxurious Orient Express but after the train unexpectedly stops in isolated, snow-swept mountains, only nine of them are still alive. An American tycoon lies dead in his compartment, stabbed eight times, his door locked from the inside. Thankfully, debonair detective Hercule Poirot is on the train and on the case. Trapped in the snow with a killer still on-board, can the world’s most famous detective crack the case before the train reaches its final destination? This thrilling ride is guaranteed to keep you guessing until the end of the line.

Embark on a fascinating journey through the skies and cosmos in the interactive aerospace exhibition Above and Beyond!

Above and Beyond celebrates the incredible innovations that have shaped flight – from the earliest dreams of the Wright brothers to today’s space exploration and tomorrow’s cutting-edge aviation technologies.

Explore the frontiers of air and space travel through immersive simulations, hands-on design challenges and dynamic storytelling that brings the history and future of aerospace to life. The journey begins in a wraparound immersive theater, then expands into five themed galleries featuring dozens of interactive stations.

NAME OF EVENT: 2025 Civics 101 Program (LWVCM)

WHEN: Wednesdays from 6 to 8:30 pm from February 19, 2025 through April 2, 2025

WHERE: Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center 600 E. 4th Street, Charlotte NC 28202

WHAT
Civics 101, sponsored by the League of Women Voters Charlotte Mecklenburg (LWVCM), offers a comprehensive look into the structures of city, county and state governance for Charlotte.
Seven-evening sessions, one-evening-per week, can be attended either in-person or online. Panelist include elected officials, administrators and media representatives.
Price: $50 Adults, Free for Students
For information and registration, visit: https://goleaguego.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=355841&module_id=525173

Step into a regal evening of style and luxury, under the stars. Indulge in a welcome cocktail hour with Veuve Clicquot and exclusive shopping pop-ups, enjoy the premiere of Vestique’s seasonal must-haves, and sip Aura Rooftop Fashion Show–themed cocktails. The evening also features a live auction of luxury experiences, with 100% of proceeds benefiting the Channing’s Joy Foundation.