Community Calendar

Lung Cancer Initiative’s Charlotte LUNGe Forward Run, Walk and Celebration unites hundreds of people to make a difference for those impacted by lung cancer! It is a day of celebration and remembrance, as well as an opportunity to take action and provide hope to those facing a lung cancer diagnosis. There is something for everyone rally area, kids zone, food truck, survivor ceremony, kids dash and timed/untimed 5K. We invite you to join with other individuals, families and community leaders in making a contribution. The more money raised, the closer we come to finding a cure!

In conjunction with See Lancaster’s annual Red Rose Festival, shop for pottery, jewelry, baskets, beadwork, and more one-of-a-kind artwork from Native American artists around the region!
This event is free and open to the public!

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., Rho Psi Omega Chapter here in Charlotte NC is excited to share information on our upcoming program during Mental Health Awareness Month!

This year we would like to focus on our “Strong Friends” out there, those who take the time to care for, take care of and provide for someone who is unable to do so for themselves.

If you are a caregiver or work with caregivers, we encourage you to attend our Caregiver Resources Event On May 17th, 2025 from 10a-12n. Our Goal is to help connect caregivers and their loved ones to the amazing resources we have available in the Charlotte community that can make your caregiving responsibilities easier.

Register to attend as a caregiver:
https://rhopsiomega.wildapricot.org/event-6151844

If you or your company provides resources for our city’s caregivers and would like to share your resources at our event feel free to contact Lorrie Miller @ LMiller@rhopsiomega.org or Programs@rhopsiomega.org.

Join Arts & Letters for a book club discussion on The Heaven &Earth Grocery Store by James McBride

The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store, a novel by James McBride, centers on the interwoven lives of Black and Jewish residents in the Chicken Hill neighborhood of Pottstown, Pennsylvania, during the 1920s and 1930s, exploring themes of community, love, and resilience in the face of adversity.
The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store is a story you will never forget.

Tosco Music presents Viva La Música CLT! on Saturday, May 17 at 2:00 PM at University City Library! FREE
A celebration of Charlotte's diverse musical talents!

Featuring:
The AV Trio
Eduardo de Rosamaria duo
Chinobay
Reinaldo Brahn duo

Viva La Música CLT! bridges cultures through music with shows across Charlotte featuring musicians from various backgrounds and genres. The event is *FREE*, so bring your family and friends! You won't want to miss this multicultural music experience for all ages.

…what the end will be
Written by Mansa Ra

Directed by James Webb
https://www.threebonetheatre.com/season13/...what-the-end-will-be

Starring
Marvin King as Maxwell
Tim Bradley* as Bartholomew
Dionte Darko as Tony
Steven Longayo* as Antoine
Victor Kuchmaner* as Charles
Mariana Corrales as Chloe
*indicates Three Bone Theatre debut

May 2-18, 2025
Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays at 8 p.m.
Sundays at 2 p.m.​

Performances will be held at
The Arts Factory at West End Studios
1545 W. Trade St

New York Times Critics Pick

Under one roof lives 3 generations of men that grapple with their intersecting identities. Playwright Mansa Ra returns with a brand new play about Blackness, queerness, and the challenges that come along with uncovering your identity. The story is set on three generations of men living under one roof and is told through the unflinching eyes of fathers and sons. A New York Times Critics’ Pick, reviewers hail …what the end will be as everything that is meant when we say that Black lives matter.”
…what the end will be contains adult language, sexual content and discussion of end-of-life decisions. Recommended for ages 14+.

Community Partner Organization: Charlotte Black Pride

“In …what the end will be, facing death really means reckoning with life—what makes it worth living despite its impermanence—and learning how to seize some measure of joy for yourself. It’s everything that is meant when we say that Black lives matter.” - THE NEW YORK TIMES

"Ra turns this standoff between generations into 90 minutes of provocative (and hilarious) theater...it gets to the heart of some shared human experiences that have little to do with race, sexuality, and gender, such as what it takes to let go of your own pain, and what it means to let someone you love let go of theirs — rules be damned." - THEATRE MANIA

"...there is an undeniable pleasure in watching the tensions in this unusual family surge and subside." - THE WALL STREET JOURNAL

Mental Health Matters 5K race, kids run, and post race festival to create awareness while finding hope in solidarity. We hope that whatever you may be dealing with, that running is one of the things that helps you get through the challenging days and that you have the community to support you when you need it.
We all go through times that can challenge our mental health.
Let's normalize that with more visibility and presence within our community as we continue to amplify the conversation surrounding mental health and build a brighter future.
Post race party/festival with delicious food trucks, vendors, petting zoo, and more!

…what the end will be
Written by Mansa Ra

Directed by James Webb
https://www.threebonetheatre.com/season13/...what-the-end-will-be

Starring
Marvin King as Maxwell
Tim Bradley* as Bartholomew
Dionte Darko as Tony
Steven Longayo* as Antoine
Victor Kuchmaner* as Charles
Mariana Corrales as Chloe
*indicates Three Bone Theatre debut

May 2-18, 2025
Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays at 8 p.m.
Sundays at 2 p.m.​

Performances will be held at
The Arts Factory at West End Studios
1545 W. Trade St

New York Times Critics Pick

Under one roof lives 3 generations of men that grapple with their intersecting identities. Playwright Mansa Ra returns with a brand new play about Blackness, queerness, and the challenges that come along with uncovering your identity. The story is set on three generations of men living under one roof and is told through the unflinching eyes of fathers and sons. A New York Times Critics’ Pick, reviewers hail …what the end will be as everything that is meant when we say that Black lives matter.”
…what the end will be contains adult language, sexual content and discussion of end-of-life decisions. Recommended for ages 14+.

Community Partner Organization: Charlotte Black Pride

“In …what the end will be, facing death really means reckoning with life—what makes it worth living despite its impermanence—and learning how to seize some measure of joy for yourself. It’s everything that is meant when we say that Black lives matter.” - THE NEW YORK TIMES

"Ra turns this standoff between generations into 90 minutes of provocative (and hilarious) theater...it gets to the heart of some shared human experiences that have little to do with race, sexuality, and gender, such as what it takes to let go of your own pain, and what it means to let someone you love let go of theirs — rules be damned." - THEATRE MANIA

"...there is an undeniable pleasure in watching the tensions in this unusual family surge and subside." - THE WALL STREET JOURNAL

What to Expect: Foster animals on site

🎸 Live Music – Get ready to jam! We’ve got an incredible lineup of local bands bringing all the good vibes.
🎟️ Raffles & Giveaways – Win awesome prizes while making a difference.
🍔 Food Trucks – Grab a bite from some of the best local eats while you enjoy the show.
🛍️ Local Vendors – Shop unique finds, with a portion of sales benefiting CMACC.
Every day, animals in Charlotte are looking for a second chance—a safe place to heal, a warm bed, and a family to call their own. CMACC works around the clock to provide shelter, medical care, and adoption services, but they can’t do it alone. That’s where you come in! By coming out to Rockin’ for Rescues, you’re helping fund life-saving care, from vaccinations to emergency surgeries, and supporting efforts to find loving homes for every pet.

The 50-member all-volunteer Lake Norman Orchestra returns to Laurel Gray Vineyards on Sunday, May 18, 2 PM to present a concert in a beautiful mountain setting. The orchestra, led by music director Samuel A. Kyzer, will present lots of classic pop favorites like "Journey's Greatest Hits," "The Empire Strikes Back Medley," "Motown Medley," "The Eagles on Tour," and lots of Beach music. This is the orchestra's 7th and final concert of the 2024-2025 season.