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Living Waters Inc, a faith based non-profit, in partnership with the Black Youth Wellness Initiative and the Department of Sociology at UNC Charlotte will host its 2023 Black Youth Wellness Summit on September 23rd in Charlotte. The summit, which coincides with Suicide Prevention Month, is the feature event for Living Waters’ Black Youth Wellness Weekend activities.

he summit will provide:
A forum for Black youth to share their ideas, opinions, and concerns, to be heard, respected and responded to about the issues, approaches, and decisions that impact their mental and emotional wellbeing
Activities and information for Black youth to learn coping skills for managing stress, building resilience, and enhancing their self-esteem. The activities include Healing Through Creative Expression wellness stations for:
Drumming/Dance
Art
Crafts/Beads
Spoken Word
Yoga wellness station and resources for parents/caregivers

Katrina had just popped over from London for a weekend visit with her parents in the quaint village of Cresdon Green... when aliens cut it off from the outside world as a test-case for a full invasion of our planet. As horrifying as the invasion seems, Katrina is perplexed more at the fact that everyone in town seems content to simply continue on with life as usual alongside the Genoian invaders, especially their perfectly charming leader, Uljabaan. So she decides to start a revolution of her own.

This zany British radio sitcom, which aired on the BBC from 2012-14, comes to the stage, as the "Renegade Radio Theatre" performs four hilarious episodes. Your seat in our studio audience is waiting!

September 28, 2023 - 7:30 PM
September 29, 2023 - 7:30 PM
September 30, 2023 - 7:30 PM
September 30, 2023 - 2:00 PM
October 1, 2023 - 2:00 PM
October 5, 2023 - 7:30 PM
October 6, 2023 - 7:30 PM
October 7, 2023 - 2:00 PM
October 7, 2023 - 7:30 PM

Nicholas Roerich (1874-1947) was a man of many facets. Not only did he paint over 6,000 paintings, he also designed sets and costumes for Stravinsky’s “Le Sacre du Printemps” and other ballets and operas. He wrote more than 20 books on art, culture, and philosophy, carried out extensive archeological research and excavations in his native Russia and his adopted homeland of India, and developed a reputation for his focus on the spiritual positivity of nature and humanity.

Thanks to the generosity of the late Alice Tate, UNC Charlotte owns 37 paintings and drawings by Roerich. Many of the paintings were produced while Roerich was in the field and are on very fragile paper, cardboard, wood, and any other material he could easily find. They are currently housed in Special Collections at Atkins Library.

For the first time in the UNC Charlotte Galleries, a selection of Roerich’s works from Special Collections will be on public view. These painted observations of the majestic Himalayan landscape are both straightforward and abstract, representing Roerich’s view of nature as a truly transcendental creation beyond our complete understanding. Several of the pieces have been restored and framed thanks to an anonymous gift.

Stand For Animals' signature fundraising event is one that involves humans and their canines. Eight pet-testants are teamed with force-free dog trainers (they use only positive reinforcement – like praise and treats!) to learn a cool trick-filled routine they perform live and on stage. Canine feats have ranged from amazing feats of agility to “singing” on stage in a microphone. "Pawparazzi" to a cosmic yoga journey. A panel of local celebrities judges the most impressive paw-formance. Ticket sales support Stand For Animals’ Medical Fund, which underwrites the cost of medical care and procedures for pets in need in our community. So You Think You Can Bark is the perfect event for the whole family!

There’s more to the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s - Charlotte than just walking. And even more reasons to join us. For a different future. For families. For more time. For treatments. We’re closer than ever to stopping Alzheimer’s. But to get there, we need you. For more information or to register, visit act.alz.org/charlotte.

Free Exhibition Opening Artists Talk featuring Bechtler Curator Katia Zavistovski in conversation with Teresa Hubbard / Alexander Birchler, two of the most important contemporary artists working with film and new media today.

Teresa Hubbard / Alexander Birchler share insights into their work "Flora," a double-sided film installation based on their discoveries about the previously unknown American artist Flora Mayo. They reframe this story from a feminist perspective, and bring Mayo’s biography to life through a hybrid form of storytelling that deftly interweaves narration, reenactment, and documentary.

North Carolina’s own Joshua Lozoff brings his “Life is Magic” magic show to Cole Auditorium on the campus of Richmond Community College in Hamlet. The Cole’s first magic show in its 24-year history. Lozoff has been featured on network television and had roles on “Cheers” and “Clueless”. Special matinee performance. Reserved seat tickets $10-$20. Available online at www.richmondcc.edu/coleshows or by calling 910-410-1691.

Davidson College students partake in the DCSO’s annual competition to win a performance opportunity with the orchestra on their November 10, 2023 concert.

Vanitas is a centuries-old genre of art, especially favored in The Netherlands, that introduces reminders of mortality into still life paintings, intended to emphasize the fragility of life and the inevitability of death. The evening will consist of an introduction to the genre, a highlighting of many Vanitas paintings by artist Andrew Leventis, discussions with art historian Bonnie Noble, and performances by Cynthia Lawing, Dylan Savage, and David Russell.

The DCSO opens their season with an eclectic mix of dance music including Argentine tango, Mexican jarabe, a deep south cakewalk, Viennese ballroom, and a cosmic dance of Shiva as Nataraja. Composers featured include José Elizondo, Michael-Thomas Foumai, Florence Price, and Johann Strauss, Jr.

Spiders are one of nature's wonders! While they may look creepy, the more you learn about them the more you will come to like and appreciate these tiny creatures. Join us as we welcome arachnologist, Dr. Sarah Stellwagen of UNCC, and learn about our eight-legged friends.
We will go on a "web-walk" after the presentation. (Bring a flashlight.)
"The next time you see a spider web, please, pause and look a little closer. You'll be seeing one of the most high-performance materials known to man." - Cheryl Hayashi

Kids in Nature Day (KIND) is a free, fun-filled, hands-on adventure where kids and families get up close with nature! Activities include meeting animal ambassadors, creating art from things found only in nature, a guided nature hike, exploring native plants and animals, animal-themed yoga, and more.

Calling all entrepreneurs, business owners, and leaders! Are you ready to discover the powerful impact publishing a nonfiction book can have on your business? Fabi Preslar, the award winning founder and president of SPARK Publications, will share how writing a book can ignite your business growth. During the session she will guide you through the through the steps of writing and publishing your book.

You’ll gain insights into:
- finding your voice and developing engaging content
- the good and bad of using artificial intelligence (AI)
- the various publishing options available
- how to leverage your book to grow your business

*Special Bonus: Participants will receive an exclusive Book Success Predictor assessment.

Speaker Bio:
Fabi Preslar is the founder and president of SPARK Publications, a 25-year custom publisher of independently published books, magazines, and catalogs. Her firm publishes non-fiction entrepreneurial books (business, coffee table, cookbooks, workbooks). The magazines are large national business-to-business and association magazines that grow business and memberships. All of their publications focus on the great purpose of growing businesses, brands, and platforms for successful leaders and business owners. Fabi was named among 100 Women to Know in America, inducted into the North Carolina Women Business Owner Hall of Fame, and earned the title NAWBO Charlotte’s Woman Business Owner of the Year. Her firm has won over 300 industry awards for its client work.

There is no cost to attend but registration is required. Register at https://www.ncsbc.net/reg.aspx?mode=event&event=480430060. Once registered you will receive an email with the WebEx access information.

This is a virtual event delivered on WebEx.

The Charlotte chapter of Citizens’ Climate Lobby is hosting a Climate Advocate Training Workshop to empower all people to effect real change and action on climate pollution warming our world.

It is free and will teach citizens how to successfully advocate for federal policy, natural climate solutions, and local initiatives that will reduce carbon emissions. Our efforts build bridges, both in Congress and our community.

All are welcome to attend, but participants should register. Attendance is not a commitment to CCL.

Citizens’ Climate Lobby (cclusa.org) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan grassroots organization that aims to build political will for bipartisan climate change solutions through respectful relationships with lawmakers.

Martha Connerton/Kinetic Works presents New Works by

Tamara Williams - Calling Home - Ancestral Ring Shout traditions through a contemporary lens.

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Renay Aumiller - Yoke - Exploring gender roles as a social construct.

Featured Dancers: Mattie Badgett, Audrey Baran, Rainey Boyette, Reba Bowens, Rahquelah Conyers, MacKenzie England, Cailin Harrison, Lily Herrin, Alabi Orisadele, Kenneth Raynor, Katrina Totten, KT Williams

Grab some pink, green, and teal attire, and lace up your shoes for the 3rd Annual Pink Cupcake Walk & Breast Cancer Lap Together with Truist. Join Go Jen Go for a morning of love, support and fun to walk, enjoy delicious cupcakes, and cheer on breast cancer survivors, fighters and thrivers. Following the Pink Cupcake Walk, stay and enjoy Mecklenburg Octoberfest at Truist Field.

Berny Jacques and Geston Pierre of "Berny + Geston: the Frenemies" will discuss multiple current social issues from the Democratic and Republican perspectives.

Both children of Haitian immigrants, childhood friends Berny Jacques and Geston Pierre don’t agree on much politically—except that they both love our country, and respect each other. They'll tackle some of the most controversial issues of our time, and (at least so far) they'll wrap the evening still friends. We think you'll be inspired by the power of sharing ideas across differences, and you might just make a new frenemy of your own. Refreshments will be provided.

Sponsored by UNC Charlotte's Free Expression and Constructive Dialogue Task Force, the Village Square, and the Heterodox Campus Community Network.

Register at bit.ly/FrenemiesLiveCLT

Are you concerned about climate change but don’t know what you can do about it? Come to a free Climate Advocacy Training led by Citizens’ Climate Lobby (CCL). This nonpartisan volunteer group (www.citizensclimatelobby.org) is focused on national policies to address climate change. The workshop will teach participants important actions they can take to create the political will for Congress to adopt fair, effective, and sustainable climate solutions.

CCL’s consistently respectful, non-partisan approach to climate education creates a broad foundation for climate action across geographic regions and political inclinations. CCL's techniques build upon shared values rather than partisan divides, and empower ordinary citizens to make a difference.

Attendance is free, and no commitment is required; snacks and drinks will be provided.

Join us, meet some new friends and unwind at the end of a busy work day. It's our monthly Chamber Social but even more! In September and October, we combine our social with Arrowood Business Association's social and hold it at the Corner Bar in Ayrsley. Come as you are and have a great time. Pre-register to get your first drink free. Register below for this free event. We'll print you a personalized name tag that you can pick up at the door.

***Pre-register and you will receive your first drink FREE!***

Join us for the 2nd Annual Clash of the Titans!

Get ready for an epic showdown as the most talented bands come together for a thrilling competition. This in-person event will take place on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at 11530 Beatties Ford Road, Huntersville, NC 28078.

Prepare to witness jaw-dropping skills, amazing field shows, and unforgettable moments. Whether you're a die-hard fan or new to the scene, this event promises to keep you on the edge of your seat.

Experience the electric atmosphere as the crowd roars with excitement. Cheer for your favorite band and be part of this extraordinary event. Don't miss out on the action-packed day filled with thrilling performances.

Mark your calendars and join us for the 2nd Annual Clash of the Titans - it's going to be legendary!

Early Bird tickets are available NOW. Get yours today! Prices increase Saturday, October 14th. Children 5 and under are free!