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The Changes We Have Seen — Charlotte Through the Eyes of Former Charlotte Reporters:
Fannie Flono, Mary Newsom, Lew Powell and Mark Washburn

What happens when you bring four former Charlotte Observer writers together to talk about the many social, cultural, educational and business changes that have taken place in the city over the past thirty years?
There is only one way to find out as hosts Tom Hanchett and Shelia Bumgarner question these four amazing journalists who covered the city during Charlotte’s Golden Age of Journalism.

Presented by the Robinson-Spangler Carolina Room and the Charlotte Museum of History

Come join us for an hour long informational session to learn about the steps to become a disaster volunteer, and how The Salvation Army provides food service and emotional spiritual care to those impacted by disasters.



Lunch will be provided for attendees!

Join us at Pop N Pour, the Charlotte Wine and Beer Festival where 100% of the proceeds benefit charity. Enjoy unlimited wine and beer samples, live music, games, raffles, and food from Angry Ales.

Summer is fast approaching, and we are busy prepping the herbs and spices we will need to start preserving summer's bounty. We have collected the needed spices to make our favorite kitchen pepper which will be used to season many a receipt. A longtime favorite of the cooks at Polk birthplace is making Crowdie Cheese with herbs and spices we collect from the garden served on a piece of toast. Receipts may have been simpler during the 18th century, but herbs and spices were often used when possible or available. Let's not forget the vegetables that are being harvested from the garden! A medley of cucumber, onion and squash cooked in butter will finish out the menu. We will be glad to share our secrets but no the food.

You’re invited to our upcoming “Friendraiser” hosted by our friends at Pilot Brewing!
Join us for an afternoon of craft beer, friends, raffle give aways, & community impact. We invite all of our current supporters, volunteers, and friends to come and to bring a friend who may not yet know about our work.
This is your chance to get to know MaShonna, our incoming Chief Dignity Officer & learn more about Project Outpour.
All are invited! Come prepared to sip & savor in support of our cause at Project Outpour!
Details:
Entry is Free - Beer and food truck snacks available for purchase
Saturday, June 1, 2024 1pm - 4pm EST
Pilot Brewing, 1331 Central Ave., Ste 104 Charlotte, NC 28205

🧀 Mac and Cheese Contest Judges Needed!! 🧀
Join us on June 15 from 1-3pm for our annual Mac & Cheese Contest that benefits our friends at Good Soles!
Your ticket gets you in to sample 8-9 different mac and cheese dishes and vote for our top winners who stand to win some pretty fly prizes!
HALF of all ticket sales will be donated directly to Good Soles so we need your support!!
Grab your ticket here: https://bit.ly/4bnQvmA and get ready for a cheesy spoonful of fun & philanthropy!

Join New York Times bestselling author Bakari Sellers and Levine Museum of the New South for a conversation and signing for his new work The Moment: Thoughts on the Race Reckoning That Wasn't and How We Can All Move Forward Now.

“Drawing on memoir and interviews, Sellers explains the myriad ways that structural racism and “whitelash”, such as race-motivated shootings, harm Black Americans today.”—The New York Times.

In his new book, Sellers examines the modern political landscape and explores the forces at work to undermine civil rights gains over the past fifty years and offers solutions for a better tomorrow.

In his own words, Sellers wrote this book because “we have to find ways in which we can empower the African American community so that we can be a part of creating a democracy in its truest form and creating a world where my children not only can live in a better America for African Americans and other disfranchised people but also will be equipped to help develop a world where human existence is equitable—forever.”

Join us for a one-night-only event as Bakari Sellers explores inequities in healthcare, education, early childhood education, and policing and examines national politics and policies that deeply impact the lives of millions of African Americans in communities nationwide.

A book signing will begin immediately following the conversation.

Copies of The Moment will be available to purchase onsite at the event or with your ticket in advance.

Sunday, June 9, 2024
    •    Snow White (https://www.etix.com/ticket/e/1042871/s-charlotte-ballet-co-charlotte-central-piedmonts-new-theater)
    ◦    When? 3:00 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.
    ◦    Where? Central Piedmont Community College Parr Center New Theater, Charlotte, NC
    ◦    What? Watch the South Charlotte Ballet Company's family-friendly, yet mesmerizing retelling of the childhood classic as Snow White naviga
tes things both good and evil with the help of her friends. There will be two performances. The first will begin at 3:00 p.m. and the second will begin at 5:30 p.m. Show time is less than 90 minutes. $17. Free adjacent parking is available at CPCC Visitor Lot 5 located at 230 N Kings Dr., Charlotte, NC 28204.

Join The Independent Picture House and University City Library for a screening of Democracy for Sale, followed by a discussion with award-winning journalist Mary C. Curtis. Mary C. Curtis is an award-winning journalist, columnist, and podcast host based in Charlotte, N.C., and Washington, D.C. She specializes in politics, culture, and race, with contributions to outlets such as NPR, Slate, and NBC News, and has received numerous prestigious awards throughout her career, including the Ernie Pyle Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Society of Newspaper Columnists in 2022.

Indie on Wheels will include a screening of the documentary followed by a group discussion This is a free community event.

“Identifying South Island John Doe, and the Archaeology of a Gullah Geechee Fishing Village: An Osteobiography”
Jodi A. Barnes, South Carolina Department of Natural Resources

In 2017, the storm surge and high tides from Hurricane Irma uncovered a human skeleton near a Gullah Geechee Fishing Village site in Georgetown County, South Carolina. Dr. Barnes will provide an overview of the efforts to identify South Island John Doe and excavate the late 19th to early 20th century village where he was found. Her research prioritizes community involvement and incorporates archival documents and material culture with skeletal analysis, genetic genealogy, and stable isotope analysis to create an osteobiography, or life history, of South Island John Doe. The project brings fishing into research on the archaeology of the African diaspora, while working to tell South Island John Doe’s story and hopefully say his name.

Presented in person and virtually. To attend via Zoom, register via this link: https://bit.ly/3wnrbhs

Join us for an evening with Rick and Dee Ray, pioneers of college sports broadcasting and founders of Raycom. The new book, Unstoppable: A Story of Love, Faith, and the Power Couple Who Ignited the College Sports Broadcasting Boom, tells how they led a revolution in television sports and set America on the path to frenzied fandom.

The Rays went on to save The Duke Mansion by becoming its last private owners and restoring it as a grand single-family home. They helped lead the effort to protect The Duke Mansion for generations to come by transforming it into a nonprofit bed and breakfast inn and meeting place.

Hear their remarkable story as only they can tell it. Seating is limited at this free event. Reserve your spot on Eventbrite .

This event is part of the Rosalie Reynolds Explore History! series, presented to the Community by Wells Fargo. The Duke Mansion is a nonprofit with proceeds being used to preserve and protect this community treasure.

Join SHARE Charlotte and Carben Events as we bring back the Charlotte Sustainability Summit this summer to The Dubois Center at UNC Charlotte Center City! This full-day event will include multiple workshops and discussions from different nonprofits, city, and county leaders to highlight the impact of collaborative efforts in advancing sustainability in Charlotte.

Discussions will cover topics ranging from transportation, trails and land conservation, greenways and parks, waste solutions, wildlife conservation, local food and more.

Tickets are on sale now for $30 and include access to the full day of events as well as a boxed lunch. Student discount tickets are available for $20. Student IDs will be checked at check in.

Carolina Farm Trust's 5th Annual Fundraiser partners with ArtPop Street Gallery to create an outdoor museum celebrating food, drinks, and community.

On July 29, 2024, at 3 pm we will be conducting the SEAKERS Sizzlin' Summer Scramble Helicopter Golf Ball Drop! All golf balls will be dropped from a helicopter at the Cabarrus Country Club in Concord, NC. The three balls closest to the pin and the ball furthest from the hole will win. Purchase your golf ball today and win!

The numbered golf ball closest to the hole will win accommodations for 2 in a 7-night Resort Vacation and $1,000 Spending Cash. The winner can choose from over 3,000 resort destinations.

2nd Place - Wins $2,000 Cash

3rd Place - Wins $1,000 Cash

The numbered golf ball furthest from the hole wins $500 Cash

If there is more than one ball equal distance to the flag the prize will be divided between the owners of those balls.

Golf ball numbers will be assigned in the order they are purchased. An email address is required to complete your purchase and will be used to confirm your order and provide you with your ball number(s). In the event you have a winning golf ball, you will receive confirmation of your win, along with the required IRS forms that must be completed before prize money can be disbursed, using the email address provided at the time of purchase.

You must be at least 18 years old to participate in the raffle and you do not have to be present to win.

The Carolinas are among the most vulnerable regions in the United States to the effects of climate change. From sea-level rise to extreme weather events, the impacts of climate change are reshaping the way people live and work across the region.

The summit will provide a platform to discuss the impact of climate change on our landscape, residents and businesses; climate solutions; corporate responsibility; individual action and other key issues that will shape the future of our region.

The day-long event will include opening and lunch keynotes, panel discussions and networking opportunities to engage with stakeholders from across the region.

Learn more about the 2024 Carolinas Climate Summit.


Special thanks to our sponsors:

Presenting Sponsor:
Wells Fargo

Associate Sponsors:
Mazda of South Charlotte
Burroughs Wellcome Fund

Join us at 'A Night of Artistic Renewal Vol. IV - Representation Equals Power' on April 28, 2024, at Booth Playhouse. Doors open at 4pm, show starts at 5pm.
Celebrate Black Excellence in the Arts with inspiring performances in spoken word poetry, dance, song, music, and visual art, all on one stage.
Featured poets include three-time Emmy award winner Boris 'Bluz' Rogers, known for poetry that resonates across social, economic, and ethnic barriers, making a profound positive impact on his community. Charlotte's inaugural Poet Laureate Junious 'Jay' Ward will captivate you with his powerful and substantive imagery, while The Aggie Poet Laureate Essence Connor-Barringer writes poetry that drive at the heart of not only the craft of poetry but also the emotions that fine poetry inspires. Don't miss the transformative impact of the words spoken by D.S. Will, the former department head of poetry at the Raleigh Film and Arts Festival, Award-winning poet Linda Orji seeks to empower, connect and educate through inventive language and self-discovery.
Enjoy dance performances by Moving Spirits Inc., a world-renowned dance company that seamlessly fuses African, Modern, and Ballet into breathtaking compositions. Prepare to be mesmerized as Robert Wilson of Dancing with Champagne and his dance partner Tiffany Jaye grace the stage with their elegant Urban Ballroom Dance choreography, blending grace and passion to create a visual spectacle.
The positive messages found within the vocal performances of multi-talented artists Mason Parker and Tawanna Hughes will uplift your spirits and leave you inspired. Their heartfelt lyrics will resonate with every listener, creating a soul-stirring experience.
Let the soulful sounds of saxophonist Spunk Adams serenade you.
Then immerse yourself in the captivating visual art by Aisha Thomas, her vibrant and imaginative pieces will transport you to another world, where creativity knows no bounds.
Our event is once again curated and hosted by the author of 'I am a Dahomey Warrior,' Dionne D. Hunter. Her passion for making the arts accessible while still being grand shines through in every aspect of this event.
The always vivacious Laheelah Hunter will co-host, adding her infectious energy and charm to the evening.
Tickets are $15 for adults and free for youth 18 to 10 years old with a paying adult, thanks to a grant from the Arts and Science Council.
Secure your place in history and purchase your tickets now.
Thank you for your support, and we can't wait to see you there!

The North Mecklenburg Community Chorus presents Broadway Highlights featuring songs from many popular Broadway shows including West Side Story, Wicked, Mamma Mia, Chicago, Cats, Hamilton and more! We are partnering with non-profit QC Family Tree and featuring their art creations at our concerts. Donations collected at show benefit QC Family Tree.

Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts is thrilled to announce it will once again partner with Indian Trail Parks and Recreation to present an exciting evening of dining and entertainment with an all-new dinner theatre production, THE ANNIVERSARY! This moving story about timeless love is an original musical theatre piece featuring beloved classics such as Cheek to Cheek, Young at Heart, Love & Marriage, I'm Gonna Live Till I Die and more. ​​Performances will take place May 10-11, 2024 at the VFW James Crump Post 2423 in Indian Trail, NC.

"Audiences will laugh, cry and sing along as they enjoy performances by some of Charlotte's favorite musical theatre actors,” says Matthews Playhouse Executive Director, Sarah Baumgardner. “This collaboration with Indian Trail signifies our commitment to bringing innovative and engaging entertainment to our community."


​Performance Dates:

Friday, May 10, 2024 @ 6pm

Saturday, May 11, 2024 @ 1pm

Saturday, May 11, 2024 @ 6pm


Location: VFW James Crump Post 2423 in Indian Trail, NC.


Tickets: $50 Per Person. Ticket price includes admission, dinner, beverages (non alcoholic) and dessert. Tickets can be purchased by going to www.matthewsplayhouse.com/dinner-theatre


Food: Dinner will be provided by Mario’s Italian Restaurant. The menu will consist of Chicken Parmesan, Penne Vodka, Green Beans, Caesar Salad, Garlic Knots and Dessert. Iced tea and water will be provided and a cash bar will be available to audience members.


For more information, please visit www.matthewsplayhouse.com.

Happens on the following Dates:
May 10, 2024, 6:00pm to 10:00pm Timezone: EDT
May 11, 2024, 1:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: EDT
May 11, 2024, 6:00pm to 10:00pm Timezone: EDT

Re]Build the Roost is an uplifting community event in Charlotte, where neighbors come together to celebrate the work of Rebuilding Together of Greater Charlotte (RTGC), build birdhouses, and raise money for our cause. RTGC is a non-profit that provides critical home repairs to low-income Charlotte homeowners to increase s their health outcomes and help underserved communities build generational wealth. Additionally, it helps to prevent homelessness, displacement, and gentrification.

Birdhouse Build:
Event attendees will have the opportunity to build birdhouses to take home. The birdhouse build is an additional $20 to the event ticket.

Silent Auction Details:
We will host a silent auction where event sponsors, RTGC supporters, volunteers and homeowners, and the public will be invited to bid on exciting items and professionally designed birdhouses from local artists.

Join Levine Museum of the New South and the UNC Charlotte Urban Institute in a community dialogue about wealth and economic mobility in Charlotte.

Share your perspectives and thoughts on the struggles of building wealth, economic growth, and what we might do to find solutions. Why did Charlotte rank 50th out of 50 of the nation’s largest metro areas for economic mobility (Chetty Study, 2014)? How does the distribution of wealth in our area impact our communities? Use your voice as we ask these questions and more.