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Don’t miss this unique opportunity to see a wide variety of electric vehicles side-by-side, in person in South Charlotte on Saturday, September 30. Talk to the owners, including WCNC’s Brad Panovich, about their real-world experiences driving EVs and get honest answers to your questions. Many of the owners will have their cars open so you can sit in the driver seat, check out the cargo space, and more, all without the pressure of visiting a dealership.

The event will also feature the City of Charlotte’s fleet of EVs, Shandoka Electric Motorcycles, several renowned local solar energy companies, and more. While you browse the EVs, you can also pick up a cup of coffee or espresso from Roaming Spirits Coffee and try the incredible, fresh old fashioned cake doughnuts from Food Junkee.

Check out our event page to learn more.
https://driveelectricweek.org/event?eventid=3795

Turquoise Tasting is a cocktail reception that includes a food and beverage pairing, silent auction, live music, and other fun activities. All proceeds raised go toward the American Lung Associations LUNG FORCE initiative to bring greater awareness to lung cancer through education, advocacy, and research and unite those impacted. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths. The event brings together the Charlotte community and its lung health champions to celebrate advancements in lung cancer research and raise additional funding and hope for the years to come.

Level Up your Sunday by joining us for our Level Up Drag Brunch, going down on Sunday, 9/24/23, from 11am-1pm! This month we're celebrating Hispanic & LatinX culture! Tickets are just $15 to this high-energy and fun show! Expect lots of kicks, twirls, and other impressive acrobatics as the Queens dazzle you! Bodega Food Wagon will be here serving brunch, and don't forget to order a carafe of Mimosas while you're taking it all in!

Experience the Magic of the Harlem Renaissance at Profound Gentlemen's Annual Soiree!

Join us for an enchanting evening of art, culture, and philanthropy as we transport you back to the vibrant era of the Harlem Renaissance. Profound Gentlemen, a nonprofit committed to supporting and empowering male educators of color, is proud to present a soiree like no other.

Event Highlights:

Harvey Cummings II:
Charlotte's very own musical sensation, Harvey Cummings II, will serenade you with soulful jazz and blues melodies that pay tribute to the iconic Harlem Renaissance era. His talent promises to be the heart and soul of our event, providing the perfect backdrop to a night of nostalgia and celebration.

Cocktail Reception:
Indulge in a delectable cocktail reception featuring a curated selection of hors d'oeuvres and signature drinks. Mingle with fellow community leaders, and educators passionate about making a difference.


Ticket Sales:
Secure your spot before October 6th and be a part of this extraordinary event. Your support will directly impact Profound Gentlemen's mission.

Let's come together, celebrate our rich cultural heritage, and contribute to a brighter future for male educators of color. Purchase your tickets now and help us make a profound difference!

**This is event is sponsored by Bank of America.

Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts invites audience members of all ages to dive in and experience the magical big blue world of the ocean floor when ‘Disney’s Finding Nemo JR.’ comes to life on stage October 12-22, 2023. This vibrant underwater adventure, based on the popular 2003 Pixar film, shares a story about family, friendship, and adventure. 
The production is being directed by Charlotte actor/director/theatre artist Sidney Horton, and features an all-youth cast portraying loveable characters like Nemo, Marlin, Dory and many others. Audiences will delight in the production’s imaginative costumes, an exciting underwater-themed set, creative puppetry, and memorable musical numbers composed by award-winning songwriting team Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, best known for their Oscar-winning score for Frozen.
‘Disney’s Finding Nemo JR.’ runs approximately 60-minutes with no intermission and is suitable for most children. This family-friendly musical adaptation of the Disney classic opens Thursday, October 12, 2023 with a special “Pay-What-You-Can” preview performance benefiting C.O.S.Kids, a non-profit child care organization based in Matthews. Performances will continue through Sunday, October 22, 2022. Here are some of the special events the theatre is offering in conjunction with the production: 
October 12th - Pay-What-You- Can- Performance- The 7:30 p.m. performance Thursday, October 12th will be a Pay-What-You-Can performance benefiting C.O.S.Kids. Seating is general admission and there will be no advanced reservations. Patrons will be seated on a first-come-first-serve basis. The theatre suggests a $10 donation per person, but any amount will be accepted. Donations can be made with cash or credit.   
October 13, 2023 - Family Pajama Night! Put on your PJs and get cozy! Any child wearing pajamas to the 7:30 p.m. performance of Disney’s Finding Nemo, Jr. gets to choose a fun prize from the Matthews Playhouse “Treasure Box”. 
October 21, 2023- Sensory Friendly Performance @ 11 a.m. - The 11 a.m. performance on Saturday, October 21st  will be modified to accommodate children on the autism spectrum and/or with a cognitive or developmental disability. Tickets to this performance (and all other performances) can be made by going to www.matthewsplayhouse.com/finding-nemo-jr . 
October 21, 2023- Kids with Disabilities in the Spotlight (KiDS) Mini-Camp 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Children ages 7-16 on the autism spectrum or who have a cognitive and/or developmental disability are invited to participate in the Finding Nemo, Jr. KiDS Mini-Camp. The cost to participate is $25 and will include theatre games and activities, a back-stage-tour, an opportunity to meet cast members, and one (1) ticket for your child to attend the 11 a.m. Sensory Friendly Performance of Disney’s Finding Nemo JR.. Space is limited and advanced registration is required. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER 
Weekday Performances for School Children- Matthews Playhouse is offering weekday performances of ‘Disney’s Finding Nemo, Jr.’ for school children, teachers and homeschool communities to enhance and support the classroom curriculum the week of October 16-20, 2023. Those interested in attending a weekday performance can visit www.matthewsplayhouse.com/plan-your-field-trip. 
Performance Dates- October 12-22, 2023 
Where- 100 East McDowell Street, Matthews, NC 28105
Tickets- Prices range from $10-$19 and are available for advance purchase. Tickets and show times are available at www.matthewsplayhouse.com/finding-nemo-jr .
Happens on the following Dates:
Oct 13, 2023, 7:30pm to 8:30pm CDT
Oct 14, 2023, 11:00am to 12:00pm CDT
Oct 14, 2023, 2:00pm to 3:00pm CDT
Oct 21, 2023, 11:00am to 12:00pm CDT
Oct 21, 2023, 2:00pm to 3:00pm CDT
Oct 22, 2023, 2:00pm to 3:00pm CDT

Audience members of all ages are invited dive in and experience the magical big blue world of the ocean floor when ‘Disney’s Finding Nemo JR.’ comes to life on stage October 12-22, 2023. This vibrant underwater adventure, based on the popular 2003 Pixar film, shares a story about family, friendship, and adventure.  ‘Disney’s Finding Nemo JR.’ runs approximately 60-minutes with no intermission and is suitable for most children.
This family-friendly musical adaptation of the Disney classic opens Thursday, October 12, 2023 with a special “Pay-What-You-Can” preview performance benefiting C.O.S.Kids, a non-profit child care organization based in Matthews. Performances will continue through Sunday, October 22, 2022.  Seating is general admission and there will be no advanced reservations. Patrons will be seated on a first-come-first-serve basis. The theatre suggests a $10 donation per person, but any amount will be accepted. Donations can be made with cash or credit.   
Learn more by visiting www.matthewsplayhouse.com/finding-nemo-jr .

The Community Service Grant (CSG) Program is an opportunity for Mecklenburg County government to partner with local nonprofit organizations to help meet critical needs in the community. These one-year (July 1 through June 30) grants provide funding for nonprofit agencies that deliver services to residents aligned to Mecklenburg County departmental strategies. Applicants are encouraged to explore this site to understand the services typically offered.

The program begins with an info session on Monday, Oct. 16, 2023 where attendees will be provided with information about the upcoming year, eligibility, and how to apply.

Join us for brunch and fill your teacup with a family fun event celebrating Hope and Bloom for a Cure on Sunday, October 15!

You won’t want to miss this feel-good experience supporting Bloom for a Cure's mission to find a cure for GMPPA-CDG, an ultra-rare genetic disorder that affects the founders’ young daughter, Rosie.

We look forward to enjoying breakfast with you al fresco in the beautiful courtyard of The Morehead Inn and participating in kid-friendly activities like face painting and flower arranging for a tea-rrific time.

Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 21, and get ready for a night filled with joy, compassion, and giving. The Pink Bow Gala benefiting Madelyn's Fund supports both infant and pediatric patients in the NICU, as well as those who have experienced the profound trauma of infant loss. The gala will be held at The Ruth, located at 2122 Thrift Road in Charlotte, NC, starting at 7:00 PM.

Prepare your taste buds for a feast of delicious food and tantalizing drinks as you mingle with fellow supporters. The event promises to be a night to remember, with enchanting music and an electrifying dance floor that will keep you on your feet.

Be sure to participate in the live and silent auctions, where you can bid on amazing items and experiences, all in the name of raising funds to support NICU families in need. Every contribution counts, and together we can make a difference in the lives of these brave families.

Incredibly, Madelyn's Fund has been selected as the recipient of a $20,000 event makeover through AlphaGraphics' Make It Happen Campaign. This year's Pink Bow Gala will be even more special, thanks to this generous grant.

Shop our wide variety of local favorite and unusual plants, Wing Haven legacy plants and more, assisted by our knowledgable volunteers and staff. All proceeds benefit Wing Haven's gardens, programs and educational outreach. Wing Haven's gardens are free to visit during our plant sale.

Join us for our Fall Tosco Music Party on October 14th at Knight Theater! Come experience what makes Tosco Music Parties so unique, with more than a dozen local, regional, and national acts sharing a wide variety of music genres and we will have several singalongs throughout the evening.

Performers include:

Time Sawyer

Curt Keyz

Gabby Fariñas

Mary Lou Lackey

Vadim Kolpakov & Friends

John Doll

AV Trio

Queen City Juvenile Pipes & Drums
And more performers yet to be announced!

Season subscriptions available for the entire Tosco Music season including our Tosco Music Holiday Party (12/18) and our Spring Tosco Music Party (4/20/24) as well. Mark the seasons with amazing local music for the whole family.
For tickets and more info visit us at www.toscomusic.org/events

Join in a FREE, fun family event! Kids wear their favorite costume and trick-or-treat through decorated cars filled with goodies! Fall activities, photo op, trackless train ride, games & more. Purchase dinner and sweets from food trucks onsite.

At a rural high school in Georgia, a group of lively teens are studying The Crucible while navigating young love, sex ed, and a few school scandals. Holding a contemporary lens to the American classic, they begin to question who is really the hero and what is the truth, discovering their own power in the process. Alternately touching and bitingly funny, this new comedy captures a generation in mid-transformation, running on pop music, optimism, and fury, writing their own coming of age story.

Come out and meet some of the adoptable dogs & pups from South Charlotte Dog Rescue - enjoy some food, brews, & football along with all of those puppy kisses~! Volunteers from South Charlotte Dog Rescue will be on hand to answer questions regarding the application process

Dimensions Dance Theatre of Miami (DDTM) is a bold, cutting-edge contemporary ballet company founded in 2016 by former Miami City Ballet Principal Dancers Jennifer Kronenberg and Carlos Guerra. In three short years, DDTM has continued to earn national recognition thanks to a dazzling repertoire and dynamic world-class dancers hailing from various Hispanic, North, and South American backgrounds. The troupe’s profound energy and electricity truly reflect the unique cultural vibrancy and allure of their home city, Miami. Following rave reviews from their 2022 tour, DDTM’s “Signature Works” will be tailored especially for Central Piedmont’s audiences and will include the exciting world premiere of Voyager, by Choreographer-in-Residence Yanis Eric Pikieris, a former dancer with the Charlotte Ballet.

The 2021 International Bluegrass Music Association Momentum Band of the Year, the Stillhouse Junkies demonstrate the impossible – that hard driving bluegrass can be accomplished with just three virtuoso musicians. Their combination of fiddle, bass, and guitar/mandolin, and their impeccable three-part vocal harmony, will create the liveliest concert experience!

Join us for an afternoon of fun featuring costume contest, games, prizes, performances, and more. Performances at 3 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.; Current students and ages 0-3 admitted free. Ages 4-6: $10; Ages 7+: $15

Commemorating 400 years since the death of William Byrd, our choirs are joined by professional, Grammy nominated and London based ensemble, Stile Antico. Together, they present this season’s InChoir series concert, a program of dazzling Renaissance polyphony alongside contemporary selections.
For tickets, please contact the Union Box Office at 704-894-2135. Free for Davidson students, but tickets are required.

Bring your friends, food, and family to enjoy the evening air filled with sounds of a new musical season from the DCSO and Jazz Ensemble.

Free and open to the public.

Prepare to be wowed by some of the most talented members of our music community as we showcase our first- and fourth-year music scholarship recipients in this annual performance.
Free and open to the public.