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To show our appreciation for teachers who faithfully educate students from diverse and underserved populations, the members of Davidson Lodge #511 will host a school supply giveaway. A generous box of supplies will be provided for K-12 teachers within the Charlotte, NC vicinity. Advance registration is required. Please come out to help us celebrate our teachers!

💻 Join Apparo for our September webinar, Mastering the Ask for Nonprofit Fundraising! Apparo's webinars are free, but require registration. Webinars will be recorded and shared for later viewing to those who registered.

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⭐Thursday, Sept. 26th from 12:00-1:00 PM
Join Apparo to learn proven strategies for effectively securing financial support for your nonprofit. Discover how to confidently make impactful asks, build lasting relationships with funders, and skillfully navigate conversations to win donations, sponsorships, and grants. Ideal for nonprofit professionals at all levels, this webinar provides practical tips to help you achieve your fundraising goals. Presented by Caroline Wienecke of 4C Advisory Group.

Register today! https://apparo.org/nonprofits/it-education-training/nonprofit-bytes-and-insights/

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Does Modern Literature Have Anything to Say?

What are the compelling stories speaking to our times? One of literature’s great Southern authors addresses the question.

Wiley Cash is an award-winning New York Times bestselling author of four novels, the founder of This Is Working, an online creative community, and host of the Our State Book Club podcast. He’s the recipient of many literary awards, including the Thomas Wolfe Book Prize, Southern Book Prize, and the American Library Association Book of the Year.

Published in 2021, Cash’s novel When Ghosts Come Home was a national bestseller and one of Amazon’s top 20 books of the year. The Last Ballad, published in 2017, received numerous awards as best book of the year.

He currently teaches creative writing and literature at the University of North Carolina-Asheville. He holds a Ph.D. in American Literature from UL-Lafayette, an M.A. in English from the University of North Carolina-Greensboro, and a B.A. in Literature from UNC-Asheville.

Moderated by Judy Goldman

Judy Goldman is the author of seven books – three memoirs, two novels, and two collections of poetry. Her latest memoir, Child: A Memoir was named a must-read by Katie Couric Media. Goldman has been published in The Southern Review and Kenyon Review. She has many literary awards, including the Hobson Award for Distinguished Achievement in Arts and Letters.

Connect. Consider. Ignite. The program runs from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM including time for conversation, connections, and Q&A. Book signing to follow.

Chewing-gum sculptures, a wealthy gallerist, a firebrand wrestler, a notorious murder case and the segregated south – it’s all part of Nellie Mae Rowe’s boundless universe. This World is Not My Own reimagines this self-taught artist’s world and her life spanning the 20th century. With Uzo Aduba as the animated version of Nellie Mae Rowe.

The evening will include a screening of the film, followed by a panel featuring Petter Ringbom, the director of This World is Not My Own, along with Charlotte creatives.

Southern Circuit screenings are funded in part by a grant from South Arts, a regional arts organization, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. For more information about Southern Circuit please visit www.southarts.org/southerncircuit.

Join us at the Charlotte Museum of History on September 14 from 10 AM to 2 PM for the Carolina's Home Cooking event, marking the official reopening of the restored Log Kitchen. The event features a live cooking demonstration and book talk by renowned culinary historian Michael Twitty, as well as food samples following historic recipes using modern techniques, prepared by culinary students from Johnson & Wales University, and Barbeque from Bobbee O's BBQ. Come and explore the newly renovated kitchen while enjoying a day filled with rich culinary history and delicious flavors.

*Historic foods are not for public consumption but for educational demonstrations. Food samples by Johnson & Wales culinary students available on a first-come first-serve basis. Bobbee O's BBQ not provided by the museum.*

Carolina's Home Cooking is sponsored by Culture Blocks - a community partnership funded by Mecklenburg County.

This project has been funded in part by a grant from the National Trust Preservation Fund of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

A special thanks to The Mecklenburg Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) for the funds to restore the Log Kitchen.

Spend your Saturday morning singing and dancing with the talented teaching artists of Criss Cross Mangosauce, enjoy short plays and stories inspired by traditions from Latin America & beyond, and participate in a craft (while supplies last).

This program is welcome to both Spanish- and English-speakers of all levels, and is best suited for young learners (ages 2-10) and families.

This Spanish/English bilingual program series will have visitors on their feet as we explore Latin American culture and traditions, and of course have fun while doing it!

Family Tree explores sustainable forestry in North Carolina through the stories of two Black families fighting to preserve their land and legacy. Family Tree's cinéma vérité approach reveals the vast task of maintaining the land while navigating challenging family dynamics, unscrupulous developers, and changing environmental needs. The forest itself and the beauty of its changing seasons become a primary character in this family drama.

Southern Circuit screenings are funded in part by a grant from South Arts, a regional arts organization, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. For more information about Southern Circuit please visit www.southarts.org/southerncircuit.

Dance Open House Saturday, August 17

Piedmont School of Music & Dance will host a Dance Open House on Saturday, August 17 from 10:30 am - 3:00 pm. at their Charlotte location at 3220 Prosperity Church Rd.

Join us for a FREE afternoon of trial classes and refreshments for students ages 3 to Adult! Meet instructors, see the studio, and find out how dance can help you build confidence, get in shape, and make new friends all while having a great time! Plus, take advantage of special “Open House Only” registration discounts for new students ready to enroll in ongoing classes.

The Open House schedule features mini-classes for all ages in a variety of disciplines. See the schedule below and call (704) 971-2011 to preregister. Space in classes is extremely limited, so pre-registration is required!

Schedule:
10:30 - 11:00 - Adult Ballet
11:00 -11:30 - Adult Jazz
11:30 - 12:00 - Pre-Dance (3 & 4 year olds)
12:30 - 1:00 - Fundamentals 5 & 6 (5 & 6 year olds)
1:30- 2:00 - Fundamentals 6 - 8 (6 - 8 year olds)
2:30 - 3:00 - Fundamentals Preteen/Teen

Spend your Saturday morning singing and dancing with the talented teaching artists of Criss Cross Mangosauce, enjoy short plays and stories inspired by traditions from Latin America & beyond, and participate in a craft (while supplies last).

This program is welcome to both Spanish- and English-speakers of all levels, and is best suited for young learners (ages 2-10) and families.

This Spanish/English bilingual program series will have visitors on their feet as we explore Latin American culture and traditions, and of course have fun while doing it!

Join the Charlotte Museum of History and the Charlotte Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Department as we work to clean headstones in Cemetery Number Two of the historic Sugaw Creek Presbyterian Church. Cleaning supplies will be provided, but we recommend closed-toed shoes and attire you don't mind getting a little dirty.

All volunteers will receive training at the start of the event.

About the Cemetery: Sugaw Creek Presbyterian Church is the oldest church in Mecklenburg County, founded in 1755. It's cemeteries are home to numerous Charlotteans, including the Rock House's original owners: Hezekiah and Mary Alexander. There are three cemeteries representing the oldest burials at cemetery number 1, the primarily 19th century burials at cemetery number 2, and the more modern burials at cemetery number 3.

What does it take to save endangered historic properties? This practical guide builds on decades of historic preservation experience to provide readers with legal, financial, political, and technical tools and strategies to be more effective preservationists. Myrick Howard makes clear that large sums of money are not necessarily needed to save endangered historic properties, but knowledge and passion are essential. This book shows how preservation-minded neighbors and organizations can succeed with only modest resources and rather than clash with developers, can become developers themselves for community benefit. Howard draws on case studies from forty-five years of successful work leading Preservation North Carolina, with lessons that are applicable coast to coast.

This richly illustrated, fully revised and redesigned second edition includes detailed projects to renovate vacant houses in working-class neighborhoods; reflections on addressing racial equity through preservation; an expanded section on using preservation easements; and summaries of revolving fund programs around the country. Buying Time for Heritage is an indispensable resource for those looking to save the special places of our collective past.

Join us this October as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Rock House, the oldest home in Mecklenburg County! This historic milestone will be marked with a fun-filled event that's a child's birthday party for all ages. Enjoy delicious cake, exciting games, and more as we honor this cherished piece of our local heritage. Don't miss out on this unique celebration—come and be part of history!

The Department of Music presents the University Chorale in concert, under the direction of Dr. Jason Dungee, director of choral activities.

Tickets are $8 for the general public. CoAA Faculty and staff and CoAA students are eligible for free tickets to this performance. Please log into your Niner account in the ticketing system to redeem.

The Department of Music presents the UNC Charlotte Orchestra under the direction of Dr. Alan Yamamoto.

Tickets are $8. CoAA Faculty and staff and CoAA students are eligible for free tickets to this performance. Please log into your Niner account in the ticketing system to redeem.

What are the compelling stories speaking to our times? One of literature’s great Southern authors addresses the question.

Wiley Cash is an award-winning New York Times bestselling author of four novels, the founder of This Is Working, an online creative community, and host of the Our State Book Club podcast. He’s the recipient of many literary awards, including the Thomas Wolfe Book Prize, Southern Book Prize, and the American Library Association Book of the Year.

Published in 2021, Cash’s novel When Ghosts Come Home was a national bestseller and one of Amazon’s top 20 books of the year. The Last Ballad, published in 2017, received numerous awards as best book of the year.

He currently teaches creative writing and literature at the University of North Carolina Asheville. He holds a Ph.D. in American Literature from UL-Lafayette, an M.A. in English from the University of North Carolina-Greensboro, and a B.A. in Literature from UNC Asheville.

Moderated by Judy Goldman

Judy Goldman is the author of seven books – three memoirs, two novels, and two collections of poetry. Her latest memoir, Child: A Memoir was named a must-read by Katie Couric Media. Goldman has been published in The Southern Review and Kenyon Review. She has many literary awards, including the Hobson Award for Distinguished Achievement in Arts and Letters.

Connect. Consider. Ignite. The program runs from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM including time for conversation, connections, and Q&A. Book signing to follow.

The Department of Music presents the UNC Charlotte Symphonic Band, under director Dr. Brian Taylor, and the Wind Ensemble, under the direction of Dr. Hunter Kopczynski.

Tickets are $8 for the general public. CoAA Faculty and staff and CoAA students are eligible for free tickets to this performance. Please log into your Niner account in the ticketing system to redeem.

Directed by Dr. Michael Figgers, the Gospel Choir performs music from the gospel music tradition – past and present.

This concert is FREE.

Hosted by and benefiting Catawba Lands Conservancy and Carolina Thread, Pop Up Picnic is a free community celebration on Oct 19 at Ballantyne’s Backyard. Spread a blanket and enjoy a relaxing evening outside in support of our local green spaces and trails! This free, family-friendly community picnic is open to all. Purchase a picnic meal curated by local chefs and restaurants in advance, or bring your own to enjoy. Local food trucks and beer vendors will also be available to enjoy while you listen to live music.

The Department of Music presents the UNC Charlotte Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Dr. Will Campbell, and the Jazz Combo, under the direction of Troy Conn.

Tickets are $8 for the general public. CoAA Faculty and staff and CoAA students are eligible for free tickets to this performance. Please log into your Niner account in the ticketing system to redeem.

Presented by Levine Museum of the New South.

Enjoy the music of Charlotte’s own ÚltimaNota like you have never heard them before in an unplugged-style performance at The Long Room. The show includes the first live performance (acoustic style) of their latest single “Soy De Todos Lados,” featuring La Brava!”

Led by guitarist Tony Arreaza, ÚltimaNota’s Spanish-language songs blend Latin rhythms with pop, funk, and blues guitar with a modern twist. In this intimate performance, they will take an acoustic approach for the first-time. The night will feature stories about the band’s history and the lyrics of some of the band’s original songs for and about Charlotte’s immigrant communities, as well as performances with local Latinx musicians Bakalao Stars, Dunny Méndez, La Brava, and Wanda López.

Come early and enjoy (while supplies last) light refreshments courtesy of Manolo's Bakery! Drinks will be available for purchase, and free parking is available on-site.


ABOUT:
ÚltimaNota was founded in 2009 in Charlotte, North Carolina with members hailing from Venezuela, Ecuador, Mexico, El Salvador and Dominican Republic.

The band fuses new with old, English with Spanish, and traditional latin rhythms with pop, funk, and blues guitars to create a fresh and modern sound. Influenced by a broad range of musical styles from Buena Vista Social Club to Bob Marley to Hector Lavoe, ÚltimaNota is known for creating covers with a uniquely characteristic twist.

On March 12, 2022, ÚltimaNota released a full-length album of 12 original songs that features local Latinx artists and highlights the diversity of latin music styles created in Charlotte.

The album’s single, “Mi Sueño” which translates to “My Dream,” a tribute to immigrants was nominated for “Best Music Video” at the 2022 Official Latino Film & Arts Festival in Palm Springs, CA.