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Celebrate Twelfth Night with a spirited twist at the Charlotte Museum of History! Join us January 4, 2025, for Spirits of the Season, an evening celebrating North Carolina's rich legacy of whiskey and moonshine distilling.

Experience history through all your senses: watch exclusive moonshine-making demonstrations, enjoy locally crafted spirit tastings, hear Dr. Megan Cherry speak on 18th-century alcoholic consumption, and step back in time with historic cooking demonstrations in our restored log kitchen.

This 21+ event features festive music, engaging activities, and samples of local spirits throughout our historic grounds—the perfect way to start your new year!

Get free admission to the Charlotte Museum of History to celebrate Charlotte's Black history and culture on Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 11:00 am - 5:00 pm. Our 2025 event is titled "Black Country" and will emphasize the Black experience in rural Mecklenburg County over time. Through performances, guest speakers, panels, and community-focused events for the whole family, we hope you can experience the richness of African American heritage and culture in the Charlotte region - and have fun while doing it! Last year's event saw more than 1100 people, and we know this year will be even better!

O Pioneer reckons with and redefines the American pioneer.
This documentary follows three West Virginians—a blacksmith, a seamstress, and a hospital chaplain—as they creatively navigate hardship and call us to champion the pioneer within.

Narrated by lyricist and musician Kaïa Kater, the film weaves verité moments with archival footage, poetic vignettes, and dream-like animation—as Tim Hibbs, Nellie Rose Gundersen Davis, and James Morley humbly answer their calls to pioneer a way forward.

The Charlotte lung cancer patient, survivor, & caregiver community is meeting at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 1000 E Morehead St, Fellowship Hall Room 205, Charlotte, NC.If you have been impacted by lung cancer, we welcome you to join us.

Lunch is served during this free educational in-person meeting so please register here>> http://livelung.link/clt/cal.

We look forward to seeing you!

Join Apparo on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, for an engaging panel discussion on the Modern Culture of Data.

Are you curious about how data is transforming the way we live, work, and make decisions? During this insightful panel, industry leaders will explore the evolving landscape of data culture. This event is a must-attend for anyone interested in understanding the impact of data on our modern society and how organizations can harness its power to drive innovation and growth.

Panelists include: Tom Ellis - Head of Retail/Wealth Mobile and Associate Facing Channels Technology with Bank of America, Charlitta Hatch - Chief Data & Analytics Officer and Deputy Director of Innovation and Data with the City of Charlotte, Nadja Hendrix - Senior Director of North America Analytics & Insights for Proctor & Gamble

These panelists will delve into various aspects of the modern culture of data, including data-driven decision-making, ethical considerations, and the future of data in business and society.

The following questions will be discussed: What is data-driven culture? What is the value in transforming your organization into this type of culture? Who provides the vision for the data-driven culture for your organization? And more!

Don't miss this intriguing event. Register today to attend.

💻 Join Apparo for our first 2025 webinar, Maximizing Google Workspace for Nonprofit Growth! Apparo's webinars are free but require registration. Webinars will be recorded and shared for later viewing to those who registered.

Here are the details:

⭐Thursday, Jan 9, 2024 12:00-1:00 PM
This webinar will feature the top five ways nonprofits can structure and use Google Workspace to streamline operations, enhance collaboration, and scale effectively. Attendees will learn best practices for organizing and managing files, how to effectively leverage tools, and options for optimizing communication channels, ensuring data security, and how to tailor Google Workspace to meet nonprofit's unique needs and drive growth with confidence. Whether you're new to Google Workspace or looking to optimize its powerful tools, this webinar offers valuable strategies to help your organization thrive. Presented by Tanya Varanelli.

Register today!

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Sit back and enjoy music from your favorite bands accompanied by state-of-the-art laser graphics in The Schiele's planetarium during Laser Lights - a series of limited shows happening in January. See what's playing and get tickets at https://bit.ly/schielelaser

For two nights only, January 10 and 25, Queen’s epic songs will provide a soundtrack to laser light shows under the immersive dome of the planetarium. Enjoy "We Will Rock You", "Under Pressure", "Killer Queen", and MORE.

$8 museum members / $10 general public

Happens on the following Dates:
Jan 10, 2025, 7:00pm to 7:45pm Timezone: EST
Jan 25, 2025, 7:00pm to 7:45pm Timezone: EST

Sit back and enjoy music from your favorite bands accompanied by state-of-the-art laser graphics in The Schiele Museum's planetarium during Laser Lights - a series of limited shows happening in January. See what's playing and get tickets at https://bit.ly/schielelaser

For two nights only, Saturday, January 11, and Saturday, January 25, Metallica’s epic songs will provide a soundtrack to laser light shows under the immersive dome of the planetarium. Enjoy "For Whom the Bell Tolls", "Nothing Else Matters", "Master of Puppets", and MORE.

$8 museum members / $10 general public


Happens on the following Dates:
Jan 11, 2025, 7:00pm to 7:45pm Timezone: EST
Jan 25, 2025, 6:00pm to 6:45pm Timezone: EST

You’re invited to a night of socializing and science at Science on the Rocks—winner of Charlotte Magazine’s Best of the Best Award.
Uptown’s biggest social event is back, and you’re invited to join us monthly when Discovery Place Science stays open after hours for adults only. Grab a cocktail, encounter an animal, see a science show and get hands-on in our labs with 1,000 of your closest friends!

Dance to the music or chill in our 7-story Charlotte IMAX Dome Theatre for a documentary or planetarium show. Grab a date or a group of friends and make the night your own!

Our reimagined monthly series lets you experience the Museum after hours in a grown-up, kids-free environment. Create an evening all your own by adding cocktails and upgraded experiences when you arrive.

Tickets must be purchased online in advance. Tickets sell fast—get yours before they’re gone!

Add-On: IMAX Planetarium Show
Join us for Mars: The Ultimate Voyage, a captivating planetarium show at the IMAX Dome Theatre.

Explore NASA’s groundbreaking research and initiatives that are equipping the next generation of astronauts for Mars missions.

*All Guests must be aged 21+ to attend. Photo ID required for admission.
*Ticket purchases are final and cannot be rescheduled for a future Science on the Rocks event.

Sit back and enjoy music from your favorite bands accompanied by state-of-the-art laser graphics in The Schiele's planetarium during Laser Lights - a series of limited shows happening in January. See what's playing and get tickets at https://bit.ly/schielelaser

For two nights only, January 18 and 26, step into a world of stars and sound with a Taylor Swift playlist set to the stunning spectacle of laser lights in the planetarium. Enjoy "Cruel Summer", "Blank Space", "Shake it Off" and MORE.

$8 museum members / $10 general public

Happens on the following Dates:
Jan 18, 2025, 7:00pm to 7:45pm Timezone: EST
Jan 26, 2025, 3:30pm to 4:15pm Timezone: EST

The purpose of the Health/Career Fair is to increase health awareness through education and prevention in the Charlotte Community as well as assist those in attending graduate school and pursuing their career. We will also be sponsoring a Blood Drive with the American Red Cross. This event is open to the Charlotte community as we are asking all of those constituents who are involved with Johnson C. Smith University to come and attend this event.

Bethelwoods Camp and Conference Center Celebrates 60 Years with an Exciting New Fundraising Event: Bourbon and Bowties April 26, 2025
York, SC — For six decades, Bethelwoods Camp and Conference Center has been a cherished destination where people of all ages and group sizes come together to experience Christ through the beauty of nature and community. Nestled in York, South Carolina, Bethelwoods is a sanctuary for spiritual growth, outdoor adventure, and meaningful connections that nurture the mind, body, and spirit.
To celebrate its 60th anniversary, Bethelwoods is thrilled to announce an extraordinary new fundraising event—Bourbon and Bowties. This special evening promises to be a memorable occasion filled with fun, fellowship, bowties, and an opportunity to support the life-changing mission of Bethelwoods.
Event Details:
Date: April 26, 2025
Location: Horton Lodge at Bethelwoods Camp and Conference Center
Activities: Guests will enjoy an enchanting evening featuring dancing, signature drinks, a curated menu, a silent auction, and a speakeasy-inspired atmosphere—all set against the backdrop of Bethelwoods’ serene natural beauty.
The funds raised during Bourbon and Bowties will directly support the programs and facilities that help thousands of children, teens, and adults each year experience the transformative power of God’s love at Bethelwoods.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the event further, feel free to reach out.
https://www.bethelwoods.org/60th.html

Speaker: Taylor Piephoff

The State of Birds of Mecklenburg County: Tracking the Changes from Elizabeth Clarkson to the Present

Since the publication of the 1st edition of Elizabeth Clarkson’s The Birds of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County North Carolina in 1944, tremendous changes have occurred that affect local bird life. Come learn how an increasingly urban landscape has impacted local and migratory birding populations. We will look at how some key species are dealing with a changing landscape and take a broad look at the species that have occurred in Mecklenburg County. Teaser: It's not all bad news.

Taylor will be referencing Elizabeth Clarkson’s book. Grab your copy in advance online or in-person during his lecture The Birds of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County North Carolina.

Speaker: Michael Sheek - Garden Curator, Wing Haven Garden & Bird Sanctuary

The Curator of Wing Haven Garden & Bird Sanctuary will share rarely-seen historic photos of trees, shrubs, perennials, and bulbs that were planted by the creators, Eddie & Elizabeth Clarkson. Attendees will learn about the qualities of these plants and look at current pictures of these plants in bloom. Come dig deeper into Elizabeth Clarkson’s plant and garden design choices.

Speaker: Barbara Sullivan

Learn how you can cope with climate change (heat waves, drought, flooding, shifting plant zones) by creating resilient gardens suited to your own natural ecosystems.

Gardeners can become part of the solution by designing spaces that attract and benefit native wildlife, promote healthy soil, and use sustainable, climate-friendly practices. The presentation will emphasize the use of native plants and will present alternatives to lawn grass. Attendees will learn about plants that are suited to the North Carolina Piedmont. Be encouraged, gardeners have a lot of great options for adapting to and mitigating climate change.

Copies of Barbara’s book Climate Change Gardening for the South can be purchased online in advance or in-person at her lecture.

Speaker: Landscape preservation expert Glenn Stach

Landscape preservation expert Glenn Stach (Biltmore Village, Asheville) will share perspectives and sensibilities of analysis and design within America's most coveted historic landscapes. From battlefields to historic gardens, Mr. Stach will share experiences and best practices for designing with the genius rooted in place of various historic landscapes. Projects highlighted during this talk include work at Presidential Homes, Civil War and Revolutionary War Battlefields, Historic Estates and Gardens, and sites important to indigenous and African American culture.

Speaker: Catherine Goodman Farley, PT, MPT

Join Catherine Goodman Farley, PT, MPT in a conversation showcasing the tremendous impact nature can have on our health and well-being. In her lecture, Catherine will share her personal experience healing from anxiety and panic disorder, share research on the new science of awe and wonder as it relates to nature, and guide the participants as they discover their own unique connection in nature. You will leave feeling invigorated to experience life through a new and unique lens that will ultimately improve your health. Your own personal awe and wonder await.

Speaker: Bobby Ward

Bobby Ward, editor of A Garden of One’s Own: Writings of Elizabeth Lawrence, a compilation of Elizabeth Lawrence’s writings, will share about Lawrence’s life including her early years in Raleigh and the connections she made while living there. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about Lawrence’s writings, work, relationships with other gardeners and writers, and the many contributions she made to the gardening world. Lawrence is considered the “gardener’s biographer” and is often dubbed the Jane Austen of the gardening literary world. Her writing style was clear and concise, elegant but plain-spoken.

Copies of A Garden of One’s Own: Writings of Elizabeth Lawrence can be purchased in advance or at the lecture.

Enjoy a stroll through Elizabeth Lawrence’s garden after the lecture.

Speaker: Linda Jane Holden
Bunny Mellon was an American horticulturist, gardener, philanthropist, and art collector who designed the White House Rose Garden during the Kennedy administration.

During this presentation, Holden will introduce Bunny Mellon's gardening philosophy -- her modes and methods of adapting outdoor spaces to the natural landscape including plant selection, design, and resolving challenges encountered along the way.

Linda Jane Holden’s books will be available for purchase at the lecture.

This afternoon at Wing Haven is made possible by a partnership between Wing Haven and the local chapter of the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art.

2:00-3:30 p.m. Hybrid Lecture and Q&A

3:30-5:00 p.m. Garden tours and reception to follow at Wing Haven Garden & Bird Sanctuary. Reception includes wine, beer and light hors d'oeuvres.

Speaker: Ellen Ashley

Learn how to create your own cutting garden from easy, gorgeous, and reliable blooms from bulbs. Ellen will share where you can acquire foolproof bulbs and give tips and tricks for making your own cutting garden.