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Our choirs, orchestra, Appalachian Ensemble, and Jazz Ensemble collaborate to bring you your festive holiday favorites and more. Tickets go quickly, so be sure to invite your family, friends, and neighbors!

For tickets, please contact the Union Box Office at 704-894-2135.

Carolina Pro Musica continues Season 46 with the annual holiday concert on December 15, 2023. A variation on a Lessons and Carol Service, the ensemble invites the audience to participate on several familiar selections. The rest of the program features works by Bach, Altenburg, Telemann, Zipoli, and Michel Corrette.

The story of Christ including prophecy, birth, visits by the shepherds and kings and the incarnation are told by Bob Sweeten, actor and longtime radio personality on the Bob & Sheri syndicated morning show that originates in Charlotte. Sweeten makes his 15th appearance with Carolina Pro Musica. Readings are scripture and poetry. Carolina Pro Musica appears in period attire and performs on period instruments.

We finish our fall semester with students performing an evening of delightful chamber music accompanied by Tomasz Robak.

Free and open to the public.

Multigenerational gathering of harpists from the Charlotte area play Christmas favorites together and as solos.

The Davidson College Jazz Combos present the music of Grant Green’s Idle Moments and Thelonius Monk compositions.
Free and open to the public.

Multigenerational gathering of harpists from the Charlotte area play Christmas favorites together and as solos.

Zoom Room Indian Trail, NC is coming to the community! Located at 14045 East Independence Blvd Unit C4 Indian Trail, NC 28079 the new in-person dog training facility will be opening its doors to the public on Saturday, October 21st, 2023!

To celebrate, Zoom Room Indian Trail, NC Grand Opening will be offering $5 Agility on Saturday and Sunday. We anticipate classes filling up, so book early!

After morning classes, the party really starts! We are throwing a celebration party on Saturday, October 21st from 4pm-5pm and 5pm-6pm. Fun activities on-site include doggy donut decorating, caricature art, bobbing for hot dogs and more! In addition, Zoom Room will donate $10 to Halfway There Rescue for everyone who RSVPs and attends.

Looking forward to seeing you there. For more information and to RSVP for a chance to receive a special gift visit: https://zoomroom.com/indian-trail/grand-opening-of-zoom-room-indian-trail/

Get ready for a hilarious evening of political satire! POTUS by Selina Fillinger is hitting the stage at Hickory Community Theatre from October 20 through November 4. Join us for a comical journey through the world of politics, as this Broadway comedy takes center stage in Hickory.

Performances of POTUS are Fridays and Saturdays, October 20 through November 4 at 7:30pm; Sundays, October 22 and 29 at 2:30pm; and Thursday, November 2 at 7:30pm.

Tickets are $16 for adults and $10 for students. POTUS is not recommended for children. Tickets may be purchased online at hickorytheatre.org/box-office of by phone at 828-328-2283.

POTUS is rated R for strong language and adult situations. Consider yourself warned. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Enjoy an extraordinary community evening of art, architecture, and cinema at the historic Savona Mill campus.

Discover the fascinating interplay between creativity and craftsmanship where the spotlight is cast on the theme of "Production." Immerse yourself in an array of cinematic experiences that delve into the intricate processes of creation, from the birth of iconic skyscrapers to the groundbreaking deconstruction of architectural norms.
Experience an enlightening exploration of the artistry behind production, as we showcase a curated selection of documentary shorts that redefine the boundaries of innovation featuring Skyscraper (Shirley Clarke, 1959, USA), Splitting (Gordon Matta-Clark, 1974, USA), and Bingo Ninths (Gordon Matta-Clark, 1974, USA). In the juxtaposition of these shorts, one can truly appreciate the diverse facets of production – from the construction of monumental structures to the deconstruction of the norm, all captured on the canvas of celluloid.

Join us for “Jace’s Journey” as we embark on a meaningful mission to address maternal health disparities. Starting at Belle Johnston Community Center in Pineville, NC, our event will take you through the newest section of the Little Sugar Creek Greenway.

Jace’s Journey Inc, a non-profit organization, was founded in 2018 to confront the alarming racial disparities in maternal health outcomes. It’s a sad reality that the US is the only industrialized nation with rising maternal mortality rates, and this increase disproportionately affects women of color. African-American mothers are dying at 3-4 times the rate of non-Hispanic whites, and infants born to African-American mothers are facing twice the risk of mortality compared to infants born to non-Hispanic white mothers.

Their experience taught them that Tomeka’s sickness and Jace’s tragic passing could have been prevented. In honor of their son, the Isaacs established “Jace’s Journey” with the mission to raise awareness and contribute to improving maternal and fetal healthcare disparities.

By participating in this event, you’ll be contributing to initiatives that provide maternal education and increase access to care for those who need it most. Let’s walk, run, and journey together to make a difference. Your support can help save lives and bridge the gaps in maternal healthcare.

We're brewing a good time for you at Witches Night Out on Thursday, October 26th from 5:30PM - 8:30PM. Enjoy witchy fun, sip wine & shop your way through Waverly while enjoying specials, discounts and swag from participating merchants.
PURCHASE TICKETS: https://bit.ly/3PDy2sB
Tickets cost $20 and all ticket sales will go towards Carolina P.A.W.S. (Pet Adoption & Welfare Society). Their dedicated volunteers are devoted to helping abandoned and abused cats and dogs find loving homes. You can read more about them at https://www.carolinapaws.com/. They'll also be at the event with some adoptable dogs!
CHECK IN LOCATION: Check-in will be held at a yellow tent by the splash pad on The Terrace at Waverly. The Terrace is located in front of Hilton Garden Inn.
TICKET INCLUDES: A swag bag and a variety of wine pours and spooky specials at each of the boutiques listed below:
Athleta: 10% Off
Fab'rik: $10 Jewelry + 20% Off 1 Clothing Item (Excludes SPANX)
Ivy & Leo: 20% Off
Leenie Rae: 15% Off (Excludes Mother Denim)
Mainstream Boutique: 20% Off
Scout & Molly's: 20% Off
Urbane South: 15% Off + Gift Card Raffle

Loan Officers will discuss SECU mortgages, auto loans, personal loans, and credit cards. Come with questions - we're here to give you answers and guidance.

Our democracies today are in search of true diversity, says Yascha Mounk—it’s both our greatest challenge and our greatest hope. In the pursuit of equality, a growing number of people have begun to define themselves in terms of their group identities (such as race or sexual orientation). But the Johns Hopkins professor says that’s actually counterproductive to our goal. He calls this “the identity trap,” and in his new book of the same name, he argues that our search for equality is not helped but harmed when we obsess over group identity, when we stifle discourse, and when we deny that members of different groups can truly understand each other. Yascha shows us how to escape the identity trap and keep fighting for a future in which “what each of us can accomplish—and how we all treat each other—no longer depends on the groups into which we were born.”

Zoom link: https://charlotte-edu.zoom.us/j/92044807218

Sponsored by the UNC Charlotte Free Expression and Constructive Dialogue Task Force.

Climate Change on Canada’s Highest Peak with Alison Criscitiello
Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts
Friday, Nov. 10, 2023
7:30 p.m.
What can glacier ice tell us about our past, present, and future? That’s what National Geographic Explorer, glaciologist, and mountaineer Dr. Alison Criscitiello seeks to answer through her research atop some of the world’s highest peaks. Hear about her trip last year, where she led an arduous scientific expedition to ascend Mount Logan, Canada’s highest mountain.
This is event is free; however, tickets are required. Patrons may pick up tickets in advance or at Will Call the evening of the talk at the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts, 733 Rivers St., or e-tickets may be requested by phone. Call the box office at 828-262-4046 or visit Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Parking is free on campus after 7 p.m. For further parking information or a map, please see www.parking.appstate.edu.

Visit the annual visual exhibition “Here to Stay: The Art of the Immigrant” at the Carillon Tower gallery, located at 227 W. Trade St., Charlotte N.C.

🗓️ Date: From October 13 to October 27.
🕰️ Hours: You can visit for free from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.! You can also visit Arbol Eatery, open from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
This is a unique opportunity to explore the talent and vision of immigrant artists who are here to stay in our minds and hearts. The showcase is a visual representation of the stories we have published in our digital space, and we are excited to share it with all of you.

Also, mark your calendars for October 25th, because there will be an exciting happy hour from 5 to 7 p.m. hosted by Carillon Tower! It is the perfect opportunity for a “meet and greet” with the artists behind these magnificent works of art.

Join IDA NC and The Fletcher School for a free screening of the documentary Blame It On Gutenberg, followed by a panel discussion, on Saturday, November 4, from 9-11:30 am, at the Independent Picture House.

Blame It On Gutenberg is a powerful film about the evolving science of dyslexia, theories of how to teach reading, and one family’s struggle with their school system.

A panel discussion will follow including the Filmmaker and Producer, Rob DelGaudio, Kristin Lane, Fletcher's Orton-Gillingham Fellow, Terri Queen, NC DPI Literacy Consultant, Ann Jolly, UNC Charlotte University Supervisor & Clinical Assistant Professor, and Melissa Mascari, Nationally Certified School Psychologist at Concord Middle School.

Event Schedule:

9 am - Registration
9:30 am - Documentary
10:45 am - Panel Discussion
11:30 am - Conclusion

Christmas in the City is coming to town once again! This premier production, with shows on December 1-3 & 8-10, is a stunning variety show bringing the true essence of the Christmas Season to life using various forms of creative and performing arts in a way that entertains and inspires the soul. Christmas in the City includes: music with a live band, top-notch singers, traditional and modern Christmas songs, energetic dancers, state-of-the-art media and lighting, and inspirational drama.

If you are looking for great quality in UNIQUE gift items, please come shop this greatly-anticipated and very well-attended annual event (20+ years) featuring 25 juried fine art vendors offering one of a kind pottery, original paintings, photography, ceramics, metalwork, sculpture, printmaking, stained glass, fabric, folk art and handmade jewelry of many mediums. We have been called the finest collection of unique gift items in the area. You do not want to miss this annual holiday shopping event.

Join us, meet some new friends and unwind at the end of a busy work day. It's our monthly Chamber Social at Chamber Member Dave and Buster's in Pineville. This month enjoy meeting even more new people as Arrowood Business Association joins us as well.

Come as you are and have a great time. Preregister to get your first drink free. There are also complementary appetizers. Register below for this free event. We'll print you a personalized name tag that you can pick up at the door.
Free appetizers provided by Dave & Busters!

Join us for an exclusive preview of Kennedi Carter: Sight Unseen. Curated by Leandra-Juliet Kelley, the exhibition explores Carter's intimate and authentic depictions of Black life and the "unseen" moments often overlooked or invisible to society.

Carter's photography has been featured in GQ, Vanity Fair, The New York Times, and more – including the cover of Beyoncé in the December 2020 issue of British Vogue. Be prepared to experience captivating works of Carter, who'll be in attendance and participate in an artist talk.