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This talk discusses Christian Science and how it explains the practical application of Jesus’ teachings in daily life, for anyone, including through physical healing. Alexandre explores examples from the Bible and shares personal testimonies of healing, all pointing to the fact that God is not far off, but here and now. We’re all capable of understanding this for ourselves, of genuinely feeling infinite, ever-present Love, which is God, and helping others do the same.

The Charlotte Symphony and Queens University present Romantic Expressions. Join the Charlotte Symphony at Queens University of Charlotte’s Gambrell Center for an evening of beloved masterworks interwoven with poetry celebrating the theme of love. Students from Queens will bring the music to life with poignant readings of their original works paired with lush melodies from the Romantic era and early 20th century.

Every person has their own story of love, hardship, joy, and the memories that make us. This concert explores the queer experience through choral art songs — poems set to music for choirs. Featuring works exclusively by queer poets and composers, this program will celebrate the full spectrum of queer identities, from resilience to love.

Parking: Free parking available at 163 W. 9th St. between Church and Tryon Streets.
Runtime: Approximately 1h, 40 minutes including a 20-minute intermission. Snacks and refreshments will be available during intermission with donations encouraged.
Show rating: G (all ages welcomed!)

EQUALibrium Live brings together community leaders to talk about the impact of recent executive actions, shifting policies and state-level legislation on local immigrant communities.

Guests:
• Alex Bui, president of the Vietnamese Association of Charlotte
• Ayat Hamza, immigration attorney at International House
• Stefanía Arteaga, co-director of the Carolina Migrant Network

Moderator:
Julian Berger, WFAE Race & Equity reporter

Join Metrolina Association for the Blind and the Charlotte Area Delta Gamma Alumnae and laissez les bons temps rouler!

The “Night for Sight Mardis Gras Ball” is a high-spirited and fun-filled evening that will benefit Metrolina Association for the Blind. There will be live music by Soda City Brass Band, New Orleans-style food, silent auction, beads, and masks. Chiffon, sequins, tiaras, boas, and black tie optional.

For tickets and more information, go to https://new.mabnc.org/nightforsight2025.

As the cold night settles in on February 22, Supportive Housing Communities (SHC) invites you to Queens University for the inaugural Warm Soles Night Walk—an inspiring opportunity to step into the shoes of our neighbors experiencing homelessness.

This immersive event raises awareness and funds for SHC, helping provide warmth and essentials to our neighbors facing the harshest conditions of winter.

Register or Donate today and take the first step toward warming soles and hearts.


Adult Registration $30*

Child Registration $25* (12 and under)

As a Walker you will receive…

2025 Warm Soles Night Walk T-shirt!!
Personal fundraising website to invite your friends and family to support your effort to help Charlotte’s most vulnerable neighbors.
Access to fundraising tools such as sample email templates, social media content, and more to help spread the word.
Support from SHC staff to assist you with your fundraising efforts.
Compete for prizes for you and win a prize for your team!
*Registration fee increases $5 day of event.

Hearts for Hope, taking place on March 1, 2025, is a fundraising gala, benefitting Families Forward Charlotte, a 501(c)3 non-profit committed to breaking the cycle of intergenerational poverty that makes upward mobility too difficult for too many families in our community. The evening will include live entertainment from Split Second Sound, drinks, dinner, a live and silent auction, and a special program featuring Families Forward Charlotte leaders and a program participant.

Currently, there are 45,000 children in Charlotte living in families experiencing poverty. This annual fundraiser is one of the ways that Families Forward Charlotte raises money to combat generational poverty by providing individualized mentoring, educational opportunities, and essential support.

The State of Black Health conference is where hundreds of community leaders and equity advocates from every background come to address themes and find solutions for the social and economic injustices that have marginalized Black communities and led to deep health disparities.

This year’s theme, A Call for Health Justice, is a summons for health equity advocates to present on the programs and initiatives that have helped move the needle toward improved health outcomes in our communities.

Within our Wellness and Chronic Disease Reduction, Institutional Reform, and Economic Advancement conference tracks, we offer stimulating panel discussions, engaging breakout sessions, and networking opportunities for attendees.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 28th, 2025

Contact:
Lotticia M. Shefferson
Chairman of the Friends of West Meck Advisory Board
westmeckadvisoryboard@gmail.com
www.FoWMAdvisoryBoard.org

FRIENDS OF WEST MECK ADVISORY BOARD ANNOUNCES 5th ANNUAL HIGH FIVE POUR - FUTURE READY FUNDRAISER

[CHARLOTTE, N.C.] — The Friends of West Meck (FoWM) is thrilled to announce its annual “Future Ready” fundraiser event, scheduled to take place on Thursday, June 5, 2025, from 5-9 PM. This eagerly awaited event aims to raise monetary capital and expand social capital for the Hospitality and Tourism students at West Mecklenburg High School.

As a 501(c)3 organization serving in an advisory capacity, FoWM is committed to ensuring that students at West Mecklenburg Academy are well-prepared for various careers within the hospitality and tourism industries.

This year’s ‘High Five Pour Bourbon & Whiskey Tasting’ will feature curated sampling flights, a silent auction, and a brief program highlighting student achievements. With 75-100 influential guests from Charlotte’s philanthropic and hospitality communities, this is a prime opportunity for brand recognition and community impact. The primary goal of the “Future Ready Fundraiser” is to raise $10,000 in support of West Mecklenburg High School students for experiential and educational opportunities.

The event is set to take place at The Union at Station West, located at 919 Berryhill Road #Suite 105, Charlotte, NC 28208. We will be accepting in-kind donation requests as well in the form of bourbon and whiskey for guest sampling, charcuterie board items, monetary donations, catered items/desserts, and silent auction items. This event presents an excellent opportunity for brand recognition among a select group of influential individuals in the Charlotte community.

For more information on sponsorship opportunities or to RSVP for the event, please review this link: 5th Annual High Five Pour-Future Ready Fundraiser

About Friends of West Meck:
Friends of West Meck (FoWM) is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the educational and career development needs of students at West Mecklenburg High School. The Friends of West Meck supports one of Charlotte’s under-resourced, Title I high schools. The FoWM engages students in real-world, work-based learning opportunities to strengthen their content understanding and prepare students for careers in the hospitality and tourism pathway. The board also provides supplemental opportunities to reinforce learning objectives focused on the Career Technical Education continuum of career awareness, exploration, and preparation. Through strategic partnerships and fundraising efforts, FoWM aims to provide students with the resources and opportunities necessary for success in the hospitality and tourism industries.

Join us for An Evening on Broadway! 🎶
Step into the magic of the stage with Sound of the Carolinas on Saturday, May 31 at 6 PM at Davidson United Methodist Church!

Enjoy unforgettable music from beloved shows including:
✨ The Sound of Music
🧹 Wicked
🎻 Fiddler on the Roof
💃 West Side Story
🎼 Cole Porter classics
🇫🇷 Les Misérables
...and more!

Admission is free, but donations are welcome – bring friends and family for a night of Broadway favorites performed by your local orchestra!

The evening features award-winning BBQ, an open bar, live music, raffles, a corn hole tournament, and a silent auction, all to raise funds for the Cool Kids programs like tutoring, care packages, smile celebrations, and more. Every dollar raised goes directly to these vital services for families going through some of life’s hardest challenges.

Your support would not only bring smiles to our guests but also help us give strength and joy to some incredibly brave kids in our community.

Celebrate 14 years of Big Spoon at our 2nd Annual Birthday Bash! The festival-like celebration will include shopping from an incredible lineup of food, beverage, and craft vendors (think beer, cocktail syrups, coffee, macarons, jams, a build-your-own bouquet station, ceramics, candles, and more!), with proceeds benefiting Paws4Ever Animal Rescue! We’ll also have meet-and-greets with some sweet (adoptable) furry friends, and a shopping/sample station for Big Spoon’s entire lineup of nut butters and snack bars. The event is free to attend, open to the public—dogs included! (outdoors)—and fun for the whole family. We can’t wait to see you there.
Participating vendors (in addition to Big Spoon Roasters) include: Alley Twenty-Six, Bright Black Candles, Eno River Brewing, Fillaree, J'Ellen Jam, Le Petit Amour Macarons, Locopops, Paws4Ever, Savage Daughter Flowers, and Ware Ware Ceramics.

Please note there is no parking available on-site, but free parking is provided nearby at Joe Van Gogh (505 Meadowlands Dr), Grace Hill Church (515 Meadowlands Dr), and Barlow Scientific (504 Meadowlands Dr).

Get ready to test your knowledge of Charlotte's rich history in a fun and fast-paced trivia game! Drop in and see how much you know about Charlotte's historic neighborhoods, influential figures, sports teams, and more, and enjoy a delicious slice of pizza from Geno D's on us. Admission is free!

Grab a drink and light bites, and join us for an informative social hour learning about the latest efforts to promote democracy, both locally and nationally. How can our historical experiences shape our civic engagement today? We'll chat about this and more. Admission is free!

Join us for a fun event that brings the area’s top breweries, food trucks, and entertainment together to support affordable housing and supportive services for Charlotte’s chronically homeless neighbors!

Brewers Ball guests will enjoy craft brew and food tastings while networking with neighbors in a lively, welcoming atmosphere.

Exclusively for those 21 years of age and older. Bring your ID.

Business casual - fun comfortable atmosphere.

While we love our pets, there are no pets allowed at this event.

This event is rain or shine.

Mecklenburg County residents are invited to join their neighbors from across the community to support our elders and those who care for them on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD).

Age-Friendly Mecklenburg, AARP Charlotte, and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of N.C. are co-hosting a walk and wearing purple to raise awareness of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of older persons.

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 21+ 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!

There are TWO opportunities to upgrade your ticket:

Add-On: Workshop Experience: DIY Pet Toys
DIY Pet Toys: Learn the science behind pet play and braid a tug rope, knot a snuffle mat, or craft a catnip plushie for your pet best bud.

Add-On: Digistar 7 Planetarium Show in IMAX
Mars: the Ultimate Voyage – Join us for a cosmic adventure that will leave you awestruck and inspired.
Whether you are a space enthusiast or simply seeking an extraordinary experience, this Planetarium show is a must-see!

For nearly three decades, Jeff Corwin has been telling stories of wildlife and nature to a global audience through his many celebrated television series on ABC, NBC, Travel Channel, CNN, Food Network, Disney Channel and Discovery Networks. Jeff is currently the creator, executive producer and presenter of the groundbreaking television series Wildlife Nation, which debuted as the top-rated TV program on ABC in October 2021. Wildlife Nation explores the remarkable story of North American conservation. Join us for a discussion and “meet-and-greet.” This event has two tiers of ticket access. “VIP Reception” tickets cost $60 for general admission and $51 for members of Grandfather Mountain’s Bridge Club – plus tax. “Presentation” tickets are $25 for general admission and $20 for Bridge Club members.

Mark your calendars—Rainbow Riot hits the track June 21st! Three back-to-back bouts, big derby energy, and a celebration of community and pride.

Join us for a compelling panel discussion that explores nature’s resilience after Hurricane Helene, with powerful findings and updates one year later. The event will open with meteorologist Brad Panovich setting the stage of the storm’s path and record-breaking impacts on our region. From there, a panel discussion with Panovich, wildlife biologist Marquette Crockett and geologist Philip Prince will provide insights into key questions such as how the natural world changed because of Helene, what we’ve learned from the storm and what findings may still be to come. The panelists will share their expertise and research from their fields of study and reflect on how extreme weather continues to shape our environment. Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation President and CEO Jesse Pope will moderate the discussion. Following the talk in the Wilson Center’s Classroom in the Clouds, eventgoers will experience some social time with heavy hors d’oeuvres and the opportunity to mingle with other attendees and the panelists. A nature-inspired concert by traveling composer/performer Ben Cosgrove will then take place at the Williams Outdoor Learning Space. (The Classroom in the Clouds will be the rain location for the concert.) Tickets go on sale online for this event at 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 26.