Jun 27 Thursday
The EQUALibrium Awards Gala will honor Charlotte area residents who have made outstanding contributions and impact in advancing issues of race and equity within our community.
The event will highlight the stories and achievements of these remarkable individuals who have devoted themselves to fostering inclusivity, dismantling systemic barriers and promoting equity and equality in our region.
The evening will feature engaging speakers, captivating performances and an awards ceremony that recognizes the honorees.
EVENT DETAILS:
Learn more about the 2024 EQUALibrium Awards Gala.
We have sponsorship opportunities available. If you or your business would like to show your support for WFAE and the EQUALibrium Awards, email underwriting@wfae.org or call 704-604-7316.
Apr 24 Wednesday
Sustain Charlotte, a community-based nonprofit organization advocating for smart growth solutions to Charlotte’s sustainability challenges, invites you to participate in their 12th Annual Sustain Charlotte Awards on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 from 6 to 9 p.m. at The Revelry in Charlotte!
This memorable evening includes dinner, an awards presentation, and uplifting stories that will leave you inspired. Join likeminded nonprofit professionals, corporate leaders, and community supporters, community leaders, and elected officials as we highlight the achievements of local sustainability leaders and the issues that shape the sustainability of our region.
Sustain Charlotte is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization helping to advance local sustainability through smart growth. Together with our supporters, we have lifted up and honored more than 600 organizations and individuals who are moving our region toward sustainability. Mark your calendar and plan to join us for an evening of celebration!
Tickets are $125, which goes to support the mission and work of Sustain Charlotte. Location: 701 Keswick Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28206. For more information or to register, visit www.SustainCharlotte.org/events.
Apr 25 Thursday
The Jazz for All Educational Concert Series, featuring the Ziad Jazz Quartet, will educate and inspire appreciation for improvisational jazz music. Each month will feature a different artist’s music, and audience members will learn through performance and discussion about the artist and the history and significance of jazz as a music genre. January’s concert is a tribute to the music of Duke Ellington. Jazz For All is sponsored by Culture Blocks— a community partnership funded by Mecklenburg County.
Apr 26 Friday
Music, Art, Fire, Dance, Nature - A kaleidoscopic two-day celebration of Life to usher in the summer months and honor the life within and around us.Held at the beautiful GreenLife Family Farms, enjoy a fun weekend of music, dance, fire performances, and much more! From the Art Market to the delicious food options, a variety of adventures and activities, and amazing creative people sharing what they Love - a magical weekend for all ages!An imaginative artistic experience, the Sunset fire-lighting ceremony premieres an all-new immersive and inspiring production of music and fire artistry.Two day music and art exploration spanning Rock, Funk, Jazz, Blues, Electronic, World Folk, Hip-Hop, and in-between. From enchanting melodies of Dixon's Violin to the pulsating rhythms of Tuatha Dea and other local and nationally known artists.Come for a day or spend the weekend, camping from tents to VIP Luxury Clamping
Join us at Wing Haven for an evening of special wines while strolling through our gardens to kick off the 30th annual Gardeners' Garden Tour.
Enjoy a tasting of fine wines staged throughout Wing Haven Garden & Bird Sanctuary and the SEED Wildlife & Children's Garden and learn from our garden staff and volunteers about the history of each garden area with insightful detail of the flora and fauna that surround you.
Price includes wine tasting with curated paired bites, hosted garden conversation, live music, and (1) ticket to the Gardeners' Garden Tour Saturday and Sunday, April 27-28. All proceeds benefit the preservation and programs of Wing Haven.
Apr 27 Saturday
Purchase your advance tickets for the 30th annual Gardeners' Garden Tour.
The tour features private area gardens as well as open visitation both days at Wing Haven Garden & Bird Sanctuary, SEED Wildlife & Children's Garden, and the Elizabeth Lawrence House & Garden. Be inspired!
Title Sponsor Blackhawk Garden Center
Garden Tour Hours: Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
This event happens rain or shine, and tickets are non-refundable. Proceeds benefit Wing Haven’s gardens and programs.
Hispanic Financial Literacy Day is designed to equip students in grades 7-12 and their families, particularly within the Spanish-speaking community, with vital financial knowledge and skills. The event will be bilingual, offering workshops and activities in both English and Spanish. Highlights include our immersive JA Finance Park® experience, where participants can engage hands-on with real-world financial scenarios.
TreesCharlotte is excited to bring back our TreeFest event for a second year! This family fun tree celebration will include tree friendly arts and crafts, live music, and food trucks. We will be distributing tree seedlings and will bring back our seedling potting station for anyone who would like their tree potted for them. This is a public event and free for anyone to join!
Apr 28 Sunday
Celebrate talented artists as they honor black excellenceduring this captivating event. “A Night of Artistic Renewal: Representation Equals Power” Spoken Word, Dance, Song, and Visual Art, Music, unite to inspire and engage, showcasing #CulturalExplorationand meaningful content that will have a lasting impact.Sunday April 28, 2024 at the Blumenthal Performing Arts center’s “Booth Playhouse” from 5:00pm to 7:30pm! Doors open at 4pm! Adults $15 and Children free when accompanied by a paying adult, all due to a generous grant from the Arts & Science Council of Charlotte
Spoken Word Artists -D.S. Will-Junious “Jay” Ward-Essence Connor Barringer-Linda Orji-Boris “Bluz” Rogers
Hip Hop Artist -Mason Parker
Host - La E Lah Hunter
Urban Ballroom dancing by:-Robert Fitzgerald
Ballet/African Dance Fusion by:-Moving Spirits Inc.
Saxophonist -Spunk Adams
DJ -Ron Styles
Singer -Tawanna Hughes
Performance by event curator-Dionne D. Hunter
Cinematography by -- Jared Aaron Sims
Photography by:-Dante Bland
Visual Art by:Aisha Thomas
Event description and Ticket Link:https://www.blumenthalarts.org/.../a-night-of-artistic.../
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