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💻 Join Apparo for our April 3 and May 1 webinar, Strengthening Development Operations for Nonprofits: Building Lasting Donor Relationships & Managing Your Database. Apparo's webinars are free, but require registration. Webinars will be recorded and shared for later viewing with those who register.

These two sessions are designed to build on each other, but can also be attended individually, offering valuable insights whether you join one or both. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your donor relationships or maximize the potential of your donor database, each session provides practical, actionable strategies to help your organization thrive.

Here are the details:
⭐April 3, 2025 12-1 PM: Session 1: Development Operations Part 1 – Mastering the Foundation of Donor Relationships Transform how your organization secures and manages donations! This webinar dives into the essential processes that power a thriving development department. Discover how to create a seamless donor journey, set your team up for success, and unlock the potential of your operational systems to build lasting donor relationships.

⭐May 1, 2025 12-1 PM: Session 2: Development Operations Part 2 – Unlocking the Secrets of Your Donor Database Take your development strategy to the next level! This session equips you with expert insights into managing your donor database, crafting an impactful donor communications plan, and fostering alignment across departments. Learn actionable strategies to streamline your efforts and keep your donors engaged.

Presented by Witnie A. Martinez, Absolute Impact Consulting

Register today!

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IPH’s Community Impact Film Series sparks dialogue and builds bridges between people and organizations through the power of film. The Women’s Health event will be an energetic gathering that’ll kick off with wellness workshops, screenings of award-winning film, a panel discussion with filmmakers and women’s health community leaders.

⏰10:00am - Wellness Hour
🧘‍♀️Yoga with Dancing Lotus
Bring your yoga mat & enjoy a pre-screening yoga on the lawn 🙏
🎵"Relaxing Sound Journey” by Ana Lucia Divins

⏰11:00am - Film Screening and Panel Discussion
🎬"The M Factor" - The first documentary film on the health crisis faced by millions of women going through menopause. @themfactorfilm
🎤 Moderator: Jasmine Cutip, FNP-C – Premier Gynecology
🗣Ashley Williams, DPT, Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist – KCP Physical Therapy
🗣Dr. Sandy Charles – Cardiologist, Atrium Health Sanger Heart &Vascular Institute
🗣Heather Jamison, Nurse Practitioner, Primary Care – Vista Health
🗣Rachel Murray, WHNP-BC, MSCP – Atrium Womens Sexual Health

⏰1:00pm - Resource Marketplace and Networking
Learn more about community resources for women in the Charlotte, NC area and throughout the state of North Carolina. Vendors will share information, samples, and more:
🤍Evolve Collaborative
🤍HopeWay
🤍KCP Physical Therapy
🤍Lauren Litaker Wellness
🤍Reproductive Specialists of the Carolinas
🤍Safe Alliance
🤍She Dreams In Color Foundation
🤍Women’s Counseling

Join WFAE for our Chocolate, Charcuterie, Champagne & Culture tasting event on Thursday, May 8 at the WFAE Center for Civic & Community Engagement!

This is a pre-Mother’s Day celebration to honor mothers, caregivers, and those important in our lives.

Choose between two exclusive ticketed time slots, from 5 to 7 PM or 8 to 10 pm, and indulge in sweet and savory delicacies, sip on champagne, and enjoy live jazz music. Explore a variety of vendors representing cultures from around the world, and get your event passport stamped as you visit each station!

Special thanks to associate sponsor:
Mazda of South Charlotte

…what the end will be
Written by Mansa Ra

Directed by James Webb
https://www.threebonetheatre.com/season13/...what-the-end-will-be

Starring
Marvin King as Maxwell
Tim Bradley* as Bartholomew
Dionte Darko as Tony
Steven Longayo* as Antoine
Victor Kuchmaner* as Charles
Mariana Corrales as Chloe
*indicates Three Bone Theatre debut

May 2-18, 2025
Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays at 8 p.m.
Sundays at 2 p.m.​

Performances will be held at
The Arts Factory at West End Studios
1545 W. Trade St

New York Times Critics Pick


Under one roof lives 3 generations of men that grapple with their intersecting identities. Playwright Mansa Ra returns with a brand new play about Blackness, queerness, and the challenges that come along with uncovering your identity. The story is set on three generations of men living under one roof and is told through the unflinching eyes of fathers and sons. A New York Times Critics’ Pick, reviewers hail …what the end will be as everything that is meant when we say that Black lives matter.”
…what the end will be contains adult language, sexual content and discussion of end-of-life decisions. Recommended for ages 14+.

Community Partner Organization: Charlotte Black Pride

“In …what the end will be, facing death really means reckoning with life—what makes it worth living despite its impermanence—and learning how to seize some measure of joy for yourself. It’s everything that is meant when we say that Black lives matter.” - THE NEW YORK TIMES

"Ra turns this standoff between generations into 90 minutes of provocative (and hilarious) theater...it gets to the heart of some shared human experiences that have little to do with race, sexuality, and gender, such as what it takes to let go of your own pain, and what it means to let someone you love let go of theirs — rules be damned." - THEATRE MANIA

"...there is an undeniable pleasure in watching the tensions in this unusual family surge and subside." - THE WALL STREET JOURNAL

The Gaston College Health Fair is a free public event open to all students, faculty, staff, and community members. This event offers a range of services, including complimentary health screenings, wellness resources, and expert advice on topics such as nutrition, exercise, and mental health. Attendees can participate in interactive demonstrations, explore local health organizations, and gain valuable insights into maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Firefest is a two-day celebration of incredible glass, ceramic, and metal art here at Starworks! April 4 & 5, 2025 the public is invited to attend fiery demonstrations, hands on workshops, tours, and artist talks with internationally recognized artists. Starworks will also host food trucks, live music, and a special exhibition during the event. Full schedule and workshop registration is available at StarworksNC.org/firefest

This highly anticipated event will provide a unique opportunity to engage with influential leaders who are shaping the future of transportation in our region. Among the distinguished speakers and panelists expected are Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles, City Councilman Ed Driggs, and a dynamic group of local, state and regional transportation experts.

Solid Waste and Recycling is offering a small business hazardous waste collection event, which will allow organizations to bring hazardous waste for a reduced fee. Hazardous waste includes fluorescent light bulbs, pesticides, rechargeable batteries, paints, and more.

Very Small Quantity Generators Only (VSQG) Customers Only
This event is specifically intended for organizations that qualify as a very small quantity generator (VSQG)—not residential customers.

Extra Incentive for Early-Birds
Solid Waste is offering $100 off for the first five Mecklenburg County customers to qualify, sign-up, and participate.

Join us for the inaugural Rise to [Re]Build Breakfast as we celebrate 15 years of impact and our commitment to ensuring safe and healthy housing for families across the Greater Charlotte area.

This inspiring event will feature a keynote address from Leah Rothstein, co-author of Just Action, who will discuss the lasting impacts of redlining and segregation in our neighborhoods—and, more importantly, what communities can do to address them. Following her keynote, a panel discussion with local neighborhood leaders will dive deeper into these issues and explore actionable solutions for building more equitable, inclusive communities.

Carolina Pro Musica through the Gaston Early Music Series presents “Celebrating Alessandro Scarlatti” (who died 300 hundred years ago in 1725). Scarlatti wrote over 60 operas, 600 cantatas, and instrumental works. He is credited with developing the musical forms used in the Baroque period. Living between Naples and Rome he wrote works for famous music lovers from Queen Christina of Sweden, Cardinal Ottoboni, Ferdinando de’ Medici, and the viceroys of Spain. Come share in music rarely heard today. The concert is on March 15, 2025, at 11:00 pm at Gaston Public Library (Main), Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28052. The program features arias and a cantata plus works with strings and, recorder.
Admission is free to the public. More information: www.carolinapromusica.org
The NC Arts Council, the Gaston Arts Council, the Gaston Community Foundation, and the Gaston Public Library support this concert.

Carolina Pro Musica presents the 6th songwriting workshop at the Gaston County Public Library, Saturday March 22, 2025 at 11:00 AM. This event is for those who write lyrics or music and want assistance with their ideas. Bring started projects to work on if you have them. A piano will be available or bring your own instrument such as a guitar. The workshop is free to the public.
Facilitators for this event include Edward Ferrell and Karen Hite Jacob from Carolina Pro Musica plus
Jocelyn Thompson, well-known Gastonia music educator.
The workshop is open to students and adults. No prior experience is necessary.
More details can be found at carolinapromusica.org.

Tumble down the rabbit hole and into an action-packed night of hard-hitting roller derby! On April 3rd, Charlotte Roller Derby presents Throwdown Thursday in Wonderland, where the Tea Party Terrors take on the Wonderland Wreckers in a battle of speed, strategy, and strength. Don’t be late for this very important bout—grab your tickets now!

Join us for a fun-filled, nature-themed afternoon of music, where families and kids can groove to the sounds in nature! This interactive concert held in the Williams Outdoor Learning Space celebrates the beauty of the natural world, featuring lively performances, eco-themed songs and hands-on activities that teach kids about conservation. Included with park admission.

Adult Field Course: Landscape Potential: Approaches to Ecological Landscape Design
Consider the performance of your home landscape. Would you describe it as a fit, functional work of art that reflects your lifestyle and encourages outdoor activity? If not, join landscape architect, Preston Montague, for a design workshop that will help you make informed decisions about issues facing you in the landscape. Preston will present principles of ecological landscape design he applies in his practice as a professional landscape architect. Participants will learn about the ecosystem services they may design into their outdoor spaces that will boost resources for pollinating insects, birds and other wildlife. Preston will provide training on planting design that draws from both principles of fine art, as well as landscape ecology. Participants are encouraged to bring some of their most pressing landscape challenges and aspirations (via photos) to the workshop for Preston to consider.

Explore the mountain after hours with your own personal guides during our Grandfather by Night series! You’ll discover some of the park’s nighttime wonders, watch a stunning sunset (weather permitting) and experience the mountain as never before! The Twilight Hike version will include a hike after sunset to discuss and look for the creatures that are more active after the sun goes down. The group will explore a unique forest ecosystem from top to bottom in search of salamanders, owls, flying squirrels, fireflies and any other creatures they might come across. The Twilight Hike program is not accessible to guests with limited mobility. Participants signed up for this version will need to participate in the hike, as staying behind while the rest of the group hikes is not possible.

Explore the mountain after hours with your own personal guides during our Grandfather by Night series! You’ll discover some of the park’s nighttime wonders, watch a stunning sunset (weather permitting) and experience the mountain as never before! The Twilight Hike version will include a hike after sunset to discuss and look for the creatures that are more active after the sun goes down. The group will explore a unique forest ecosystem from top to bottom in search of salamanders, owls, flying squirrels, fireflies and any other creatures they might come across. The Twilight Hike program is not accessible to guests with limited mobility. Participants signed up for this version will need to participate in the hike, as staying behind while the rest of the group hikes is not possible.

Explore the mountain after hours with your own personal guides during our Grandfather by Night series! You’ll discover some of the park’s nighttime wonders, watch a stunning sunset (weather permitting) and experience the mountain as never before! The Twilight Hike version will include a hike after sunset to discuss and look for the creatures that are more active after the sun goes down. The group will explore a unique forest ecosystem from top to bottom in search of salamanders, owls, flying squirrels, fireflies and any other creatures they might come across. The Twilight Hike program is not accessible to guests with limited mobility. Participants signed up for this version will need to participate in the hike, as staying behind while the rest of the group hikes is not possible.

Explore the mountain after hours with your own personal guides during our Grandfather by Night series! You’ll discover some of the park’s nighttime wonders, watch a stunning sunset (weather permitting) and experience the mountain as never before! The Twilight Hike version will include a hike after sunset to discuss and look for the creatures that are more active after the sun goes down. The group will explore a unique forest ecosystem from top to bottom in search of salamanders, owls, flying squirrels, fireflies and any other creatures they might come across. The Twilight Hike program is not accessible to guests with limited mobility. Participants signed up for this version will need to participate in the hike, as staying behind while the rest of the group hikes is not possible.

Calling all STEM princesses to a one-of-a-kind event...A FREE princess-themed STEM fair!

Join us on Saturday, April 26th, at 1243 West Blvd, Charlotte, NC, 28208 for a day filled with exciting activities and opportunities. This event is about empowering girls through science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education. Join us for an unforgettable celebration as we launch North Carolina's first tuition-free K-8 STEM charter school for girls – G.O. B.I.G.!

At G.O. B.I.G., we're dedicated to empowering young girls with boundless opportunities and innovation. As we prepare to open our doors this August, we invite you to be part of our exciting journey!

What to Expect:

- Engaging STEM Stations: Dive into the fascinating world of science, technology, engineering, and math through interactive and fun-filled stations.

- New STEM Experiences: Explore cutting-edge stations, including robotics, gaming, 3-D printing, and more!

- Fascinating STEM Showcases: Check out awe-inspiring STEM exhibits from our amazing partners:
*The Civil Air Patrol
*The NASCAR Hall of Fame
*The NC A&T Innovation Station

- Hands-On Learning: Get messy and creative with exciting projects like making lip gloss and slime or conducting cool science experiments.

- STEM-Themed Prizes: Earn tickets as you explore each station and redeem them for cool STEM prizes!

- Enrollment Information: Learn about G.O. B.I.G., North Carolina's first all-girls STEM charter school and the best choice in STEM education for Charlotte's girls! Enrollment is now open for girls in kindergarten through second grade (K-2) with incredible opportunities for your girl to thrive as a "STEM-trepreneur" in a safe and joyful environment.

We'll have freebies, food, and lots of fun! This event is FREE and open to all girls passionate about STEM! Bring your friends, family, curiosity, and enthusiasm, and join us as we pave the way for a brighter future for girls in STEM education.

Mark your calendars! Don't miss this incredible chance to GO BIG with us and be a part of this historic celebration. Get ready for a day filled with discovery, learning, and endless possibilities!

The first 50 girls to register and attend win a FREE tiara!

Pre-registration is encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome!

For more information about G.O. B.I.G., visit www.gobigcharlotte.org.

Let’s GO BIG together!

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This event is hosted in partnership with the NCSciFest. Founded in 2010, the North Carolina Science Festival is the first statewide science festival in the United States. Through a series of community-based events each April (hosted by schools, colleges, libraries, museums, parks, businesses, and other local organizations), the Festival celebrates the economic, educational, and cultural impacts of science in North Carolina. It is an initiative of Morehead Planetarium & Science Center at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. For more information, please visit ncscifest.org.

We are looking for passionate STEM partners and sponsors! If you or your organization would like to support our 2025 STEM Fair for Girls by 1) presenting a STEM activity or exhibit, 2) providing free community resources, or 3) becoming a sponsor, please let us know! Email us at info@gobigcharlotte.org or call (704) 879-5469.

One More Personally Speaking Event! “How Feminism is Globalized: The Role of Translation in Cross-Border Exchanges,” features research by Emek Ergun, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Department of Global Studies and Women's and Gender Studies. Although it is common to think of feminism from a strictly Western perspective, the idea of promoting equality for all genders is a global effort, with unique traits in different environments. This season’s final Personally Speaking presentation, Ergun’s award-winning book, Virgin Crossing Borders: Feminist Resistance and Solidarity in Translation tells the story of a traveling feminist book translated by Ergun herself: Hanne Blank’s Virgin: The Untouched History (2007) about the western histories of virginity.┃chess.charlotte.edu
Thursday, March 27 at 5:15 p.m.; Reception at 4:15 p.m.;
Learn More at https://chess.charlotte.edu/community-engagement/lifelong-learning/ps-ergun/