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Rust belt blues shouter and guitar slinger Larry McCray has developed a name for himself with three decades of nonstop touring and recording the best blues rock. Larry has played and shared the stage with such blues greats and rock legends as BB King, Joe Bonamassa, the Allman Brothers, and countless others.

Learn more at https://larrymccraylive.com/

Let the sounds of your favorite holiday classics played by jazz sensation Joe Gransden and his big band get you in a festive mood this season! With brand new arrangements by Wes Funderburk and Jeff Jarvis, this concert will have you tapping your toes all the way home!

Learn more at https://joegransden.com/

As the daughter of Country Music Royalty, Pam Tillis has performed on the stages of Broadway in New York, modeled on the pages of Glamour Magazine and is a proud member of The Grand Ole Opry. A 3-time Country Music Award winner, a 2-time Grammy award winner and an American Music Award’s nominee, Pam Tillis and her Acoustic Trio handle holiday music in a masterful way with a unique approach that celebrates country music at its best.

Grammy Award winners Mark & Maggie O’Connor return to Cain Center for the Arts for another heartwarming holiday program. An Appalachian Christmas brings together a wondrous mixture of Christmas carols, fiddling, bluegrass and other traditional American music. This special holiday concert is sure to bring some magic and merriment to you and your loved ones this year!

Learn more at https://markoconnor.com/

The beloved holiday song “Frosty the Snowman” has inspired a brand-new story by Catherine Bush with original music by Mandy Williams. A young orphan named Billy discovers magic in a stolen hat. When he places the hat on a snowman’s head, the snowman comes to life! But can Frosty the Snowman help Billy find his real family in time for Christmas? Join Billy and Frosty as they embark on a New York City adventure filled with thrills and chills, and the discovery that the real magic of the holidays is love. The show is filled with songs and dances that you’ll remember long after you leave the theatre.

Learn more at: https://twusa.org/shows-artists/past-shows/frosty/

The beloved holiday song “Frosty the Snowman” has inspired a brand-new story by Catherine Bush with original music by Mandy Williams. A young orphan named Billy discovers magic in a stolen hat. When he places the hat on a snowman’s head, the snowman comes to life! But can Frosty the Snowman help Billy find his real family in time for Christmas? Join Billy and Frosty as they embark on a New York City adventure filled with thrills and chills, and the discovery that the real magic of the holidays is love. The show is filled with songs and dances that you’ll remember long after you leave the theatre.

Learn more at: https://twusa.org/shows-artists/past-shows/frosty/

Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family – a man her parents have never met. And if that wasn’t upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before – keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s “normal” boyfriend and his parents.

Additional performances are November 9th-10th & November 15th-17th!

Prepare for a grand pumpkin chunkin' spectacle. Behold pumpkins as they take flight!

Procure a pumpkin, then launch it toward the "castle" target using the museum's giant catapult. It's a blast for all ages! $4 per person includes a pumpkin from our horde (while supplies last).

After you chunk your pumpkin, explore fall colors and play on the Nature Trail.

Rock hounds of all ages can enjoy geo-presentations, Q&A with geologists, and hands-on activities during Geology Rocks! Be sure to bring a mystery rock from your collection or backyard for identification. This event is included with the purchase of museum admission.

Gemstone mining will be available for an additional $5 per person. Miners keep what they find!

You're invited to join us for a timely and thought-provoking evening with legendary New Yorker staff writer Adam Gopnik, as he explores the election results and one of the most pressing questions of our time: Is Liberal Democracy Viable in the 21st Century?

On November 14, Gopnik will visit The Charlotte Center to delve into the challenges and opportunities facing democracies today. Known for his sharp intellect and signature wit, Gopnik’s reflections are always rooted in "the central drama of liberal thought"—that tension between hope and reality, faith and skepticism. Drawing on his vast experience, including his celebrated work in The New Yorker and recent books, he’ll share his thoughts on the election and guide us through a nuanced exploration of what the future holds for democracy in an era of rapid change and division. This promises to be a remarkable opportunity to engage with one of the finest writers and thinkers of our time, just days after the nation heads to the polls.

In his three decades with The New Yorker, Gopnick has written fiction, memoirs, critical essays, and reported pieces from at home and abroad. He was the magazine’s art critic from 1987 to 1995, and the Paris correspondent from 1995 to 2000. A three-time winner of the National Magazine Award for Essays and for Criticism. In January 2021 he was named a chevalier of the Legion D’Honneur, France’s highest civilian award.

An international bestselling author, his newest book is All That Happiness Is (2024). He is also the author of A Thousand Small Sanities: The Moral Adventures of Liberalism (2019). Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from one of the most eloquent voices of our time as we navigate the complexities of modern governance and civic life.

Join Charlotte Roller Derby for Throwdown Thursday as the 😈 Sinners take on the 😇 Saints in an epic battle on the track. Whether you're a seasoned derby fan or new to the sport, this is the perfect event to experience the excitement and energy of roller derby. Grab your friends, dress in your team colors, and come cheer on your favorite skaters!

DATE
Saturday, October 19, 2024

TIME
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

REGISTRATION DEADLINE
Wednesday, October 16, 2024


Explore the basics of creating pastel landscape images! In this class you'll learn blending techniques, try out different drawing surfaces, use of H2O washes, and understand composition and grey scale in pastels.


SKILL LEVEL | Beginner to Intermediate

Across the world, authoritarianism is on the rise and democracy appears under threat. Dr. Martin Shuster, Professor of Philosophy and the Isaac Swift Distinguished Professor of Jewish Studies, will lead a discussion around Hannah Arendt’s 1951 book, The Origins of Totalitarianism. The event also marks the acquisition by J. Murrey Atkins Library of a rare first edition of the book, which features an entirely different conclusion than the one found in contemporary copies (a feature Shuster will discuss). Charlotte’s Philosophy and Critical Theory Lab will be on-site for this event.┃library.charlotte.edu
Thursday, Oct. 24; 6 p.m.; J. Murrey Atkins Library, Halton Reading Room; A reception follows, doors open for refreshments at 5:30.

Register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScFGn90YewUd6iWVXOZa_GT37V8kmLsr2WH65EQhkVzuz0Gxw/viewform

Titanium Sound Band is excited to bring the fast-beat, high-stepping flair of Show Style bands together for performances, sportsmanship and entertainment that you will not forget. Come cheer on your favorite bands as they compete for Grand Champion! Early bird tickets $15 until 11/2, $20 at the door.

ARTIST STATEMENT | Experimenting with textures, recycled materials, and 3D elements adds an environmentally friendly aspect, Heidi Brueckner's work aims to inspire empathy, social justice, and respect for the earth, encouraging appreciation and love among people.

This exhibition will run from Oct. 11 - Nov. 23, 2024, with a reception on Thursday, Nov. 7 from 5 - 7 PM.
Presented By: Center for the Arts, 121 E. Main Street, Rock Hill, SC 29730

A night of history and beer! Did you know there are over 75 breweries in Charlotte? Join the Levine Museum for a historical discussion all about how Charlotte became a brewery center featuring Daniel Hartis, author of Charlotte Beer: A History of Brewing in the Queen City. Enjoy a curated beer tasting and participate in themed trivia!

Doors open at 6:30 PM | Program begins at 7:00 PM

Admission + Tasting $30 | Admission $15

Free Range Brewing – 2320 North Davidson Street Charlotte, NC 28205

Historic Elmwood Cemetery opened in 1853. More than 45,000 Charlotte citizens rest in peace under a canopy of colorful fall foliage - or maybe not. Restless souls whose lives ended in terrible tragedies, valiant soldiers who died in battles, as well as a life taken at the hands of another. These are the stories that can't be portrayed during our April event will now be told by our talented storytellers. In the dark shadows of night, take a guided Candlelight Tour into the dark side of Charlotte’s history.

This is an adult Halloween event. No Zombies, monsters or anyone named Freddy that lives on Elm Street will jump from behind a tombstone. True Crime stories and cold cases to solve and other life experiences may be why these spirited souls are haunted.

Mental Health Matters 5K race, kids run, and post race festival to create awareness while finding hope in solidarity. We hope that whatever you may be dealing with, that running is one of the things that helps you get through the challenging days and that you have the community to support you when you need it.
We all go through times that can challenge our mental health.
Let's normalize that with more visibility and presence within our community as we continue to amplify the conversation surrounding mental health and build a brighter future.
Post race party/festival with delicious food trucks, vendors, petting zoo, and more!

Join us for a tea party including locally grown tea and delicious sweet treats while you enjoy our rendition of The Nutcracker. This story will be narrated to help our guests follow along and include multiple styles of dance. Please email encoreofthepines@gmail.com if you need handicap accessible seating assigned.

Join Bach Akademie Charlotte on a virtuosic choral journey that begins in Bach’s Leipzig and ends in present-day West Africa. Featuring the Southeast premiere of Giles Swayne’s stunning Magnificat!