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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 Naturalist Program version of Grandfather by Night includes an outdoor interpretive program about flora, fauna, folklore and other topics after sunset. This edition of the event series is accessible for those in a wheelchair or with limited mobility.

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 Naturalist Program version of Grandfather by Night includes an outdoor interpretive program about flora, fauna, folklore and other topics after sunset. This edition of the event series is accessible for those in a wheelchair or with limited mobility.

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 Naturalist Program version of Grandfather by Night includes an outdoor interpretive program about flora, fauna, folklore and other topics after sunset. This edition of the event series is accessible for those in a wheelchair or with limited mobility.

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!

Two add-ons are available for additional purchase:

ADD-ON 1: Workshop Experience: Petri Painting
Petri Painting: Make your own microbial masterpiece! Inspired by bacteria cultivation, you’ll paint a petri dish using the art of pointillism: a dot art technique. (No art experience necessary!)


ADD-ON 2: Mars: the Ultimate Voyage
Join us for a cosmic adventure that will leave you awestruck and inspired in our Charlotte IMAX Dome Theatre. Whether you are a space enthusiast or simply seeking an extraordinary experience, this show is a must-see!

The story of Paul Green will capture you. This native son of North Carolina went to Broadway and back with a dream -That someday he could write a new ending for the Old South. Can a play create justice? Can an actor perform change?

Through in-depth interviews with Green's family, leading Paul Green scholars, and theater experts, this documentary explores the life and work of North Carolina playwright and activist Paul Green. At the heart of this documentary are Green's controversial folk plays written between the 1920s and 1940s, addressing pressing issues of integration, capital punishment, and chain gang reform. Set to an original and haunting Appalachian/ Southern Gothic score, The Playmaker features never-before-published autobiographical tapes, 1930's home movies, 1970's interview footage, and custom animated illustrations to tell a story of North Carolina's most prolific playwright.

North Putnam is a special initiative of The Castle, Beth Benedix's (Producer) Putnam County-based nonprofit organization that is dedicated to providing learning experiences for students where they feel seen, heard, valued and empowered, and supporting teachers in their ability to create environments that spill over with joy, creativity, relevance, rigor and authenticity.

In Fall 2019, as Beth was putting together her syllabus for her existentialism course, an advertisement for Joel Fendelman's award-winning film, "Man on Fire," came across her email. She immediately watched the trailer, then contacted Joel, who Zoomed in with her class after they watched the film.

Deeply moved and impressed by Joel's non-intrusive and open-ended approach to storytelling, Beth proposed to him that they make a film that would create a conversation around public education as a vital component of a thriving democracy and that would set out to build bridges across divides.

The film depicts the larger context in which The Castle lives, the "why" behind the programs and partnerships it develops. We hope audiences come away feeling inspired by the administrators, teachers, students and community members of North Putnam and energized to develop strategies that are impactful in their own communities.

Join us at the Charlotte Museum of History on April 19 for a special book talk with author Rebecca Sharpless, as she discusses her book Grain and Fire: A History of Baking in the American South from 1-2 PM. Explore the rich history of Southern baking and its deep cultural roots.

As part of the program, we will host a live cooking demonstration in the historic log kitchen, showcasing 18th-century baking techniques and traditions from this region. Guests can also take a guided tour of the 1774 Rock House at 12 PM and 2 PM to learn more about life in early North Carolina.

Everything is included in general admission prices, however if you would like to participate in the guided tour you must register beforehand. To register for the guided tour select your admission price + tour option.

Schedule of Events:
11AM: Live Cooking Demonstration Begins
12PM: Guided Tour of the 1774 Rock House
1PM: Book Talk "Grain & Fire: A History of Baking in the American South"
2PM: Guided Tour of the 1774 Rock House
4PM: Live Cooking Ends

*Historic foods are not for public consumption but for educational demonstrations*

In conjunction with See Lancaster’s annual Red Rose Festival, shop for pottery, jewelry, baskets, beadwork, and more one-of-a-kind artwork from Native American artists around the region!
This event is free and open to the public!

Carolina Pro Musica 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, Cardinals Ottoboni and Pamphili, Ferdinando de’ Medici and the viceroys of Spain. Come share in fascinating music rarely heard today. The concert is February 28, 2025, 7:30 pm at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 1001 Queens Rd, Charlotte, NC 28207. The program features arias and a cantata plus works with strings and recorder.
Tickets are $16.00 regular admission, $8.00 for students & seniors. Tickets are available online in advanced or at-the-door. More information: www.carolinapromusica.org

(Classic Jazz/Vocals)
“Imagine if Sarah Vaughan played saxophone like Dexter Gordon. That’s approximately the effect when singer and tenor saxophonist Camille Thurman performs.” —Downbeat Magazine
In her JAZZ ROOM Charlotte debut, acclaimed saxophonist and vocalist extraordinaire Camille Thurman, featuring the Darrell Green Quartet, will wrap up Season 21 with the sounds of classic jazz, including original music from her latest works, in celebration of Women’s History Month.
As an accomplished composer, esteemed saxophonist, vocalist, and unique interpreter of the jazz tradition, she is quickly becoming one of the leading standard bearers of the art form. Her distinct musical approach to classic and original repertoire, which highlights her craft as a powerhouse singer and instrumentalist, is a captivating blend of tradition and innovation. She makes a considerable and dynamic contribution to the legacy of jazz while paying tribute to its heroes through her music.
The New York City native has amassed several distinctive honors for her musicianship: NAACP Image Award Nominee for Outstanding Jazz Album, recipient of the SOUTH Arts Creative Jazz Road Artistic Residency, Downbeat Magazine’s Critics Poll Nominee for Rising Star Tenor Saxophonist and Vocalist and Rising New Artist (2023, 2022, 2021 & 2020), two-time winner of the ASCAP Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composers Award, a recipient of the Fulbright Scholars Cultural Ambassador Grant and Chamber Music of America Performance Plus Grant (Sponsored by the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation) among others. Thurman also has five full-length recordings as a leader to her credit. Her most recent project, “Confluence: Vol 1,” is a collaboration with master drummer Darrell Green and his quartet.
Thurman made history, becoming the first woman in 30 years to tour, record, and perform full-time internationally with the world-renowned Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra as a saxophonist/woodwind doubler (2018-2020 season). A respected bandleader, she has headlined numerous notable concert venues and jazz festivals worldwide, including the Kennedy Center, The Library of Congress, and the Rose Theater. Her international recognition is a testament to the universal appeal of her music and the profound impact she has made on the global jazz community.

We had so much fun with House of Yes CLT last month that we're hosting another Improv Jam Night with them on February 21st!
They will be on-site again hosting short form games (Think: Whose Line Is It Anyways) and a raffle with some amazing prizes.
Grab a drink, have some fun and learn more about this local charity. AND $1 of each pour of these featured drinks will be donated to House of Yes:
• Beer - Ginger Snap Cookie Blonde Ale: A gold-colored ale with the flavors and warmth of your favorite Ginger Snap Cookie. All ginger and spiced flavors come directly from the malt; no added spices were used. Introducing Infusion Malts, from Boortmalt in Belgium; this beer is a direct result of their Gingerbread Cookie Malt which was infused with spices during the malting process. ABV: 5.4%
• Cocktail - Freudian Slip: Jim Beam Old Fashioned with "Espresso Yo Self" bitters locally made from Regal Reedy Bitters.
• Zero-Proof Cocktail - Ad-Lib Sipper: Amethyst Zero Proof Blueberry, Ginger, Mint with orange juice, cranberry juice and sour mix.
Raffle Ticket Details:
-Purchase additional raffle tickets during the event
-You must be present at the event to win the raffle prizes
-Raffle ticket pricing: 1 for $10 or 2 for $15
All funds raised will allow House of Yes to teach improv classes to underserved communities.
Reserve your FREE spot here: https://bit.ly/3Q1tddx!
*Note: A ticket is not required to join the fun, but it will earn you a free raffle ticket! Walk-ins welcomed.
House of Yes is a funny little non-profit that seeks to build and support the comedy arts community through training, performance, and collaboration. We aim to democratize stage access, improve mental health, and connect diverse communities through play.
We hope to see you there!
Cheers!!

Trinity Presbyterian Church, 3115 Providence Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, is presenting a Sensory Friendly Concert on March 16, 2025, at 3 p.m. Admission is free.
This concert features ensembles, students and faculty from Queens University of Charlotte.
Individuals of all ages with autism spectrum disorder or sensory sensitivities will find this an inclusive and welcoming experience, with relaxed house rules and a judgment-free environment.
Members of the Queens Music Therapy faculty and students will offer support to attendees and their families.

SPOTLIGHT: A Chamber Music Showcase

Join us for Spotlight, a special concert featuring the extraordinary instrumentalists frequently seen alongside the Gay Men’s Chorus of Charlotte and Women’s Chorus of Charlotte. This intimate chamber music performance takes center stage for one performance only on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at 4:00 PM at St. Martin’s Episcopal Church (1510 E 7th St, Charlotte).

Audiences will be treated to a rare opportunity to hear excerpts from two stunning masterworks: Mendelssohn’s Piano Trio No. 1, Op. 49 and Chausson’s Concerto for Piano, Violin, and String Quartet, Op. 21 — rich, evocative pieces that showcase the beauty and power of collaborative musicianship.

Featuring a stellar lineup of musicians:

- Dr. Claudio Olivera – GMCC/WCC Principal Accompanist (piano)

- Tatiana Karpova, Lenora Leggatt, Cynthia Burton – Violin

- Jenny Topilow – Viola

- Brian Arreola – Cello

Don’t miss this unique and exquisite musical experience. Whether you’re a longtime chamber music lover or discovering these pieces for the first time, Spotlight promises an afternoon of artistry, passion, and unforgettable music.

Date: Sunday, March 2, 2025

Time: 4:00 PM

Location: St. Martin’s Episcopal Church, 1510 E 7th St, Charlotte

Save the Date—You Won’t Want to Miss It!

Connect with your creative community! At this free event, attendees can drop in and meet 10 talented local artists from the Charlotte region. Each artist will have original artworks available for purchase, and they keep 100% from their sales!

ArtPop’s Art Markets are casual, accessible environments where all are welcome to connect with the artists in our community. Enjoy complementary light bites courtesy of Le Méridien and their bar will be open for drink sales! Parking is available on-site, with validation offered upon check-in.

(Classic Jazz/Vocals)
“Imagine if Sarah Vaughan played saxophone like Dexter Gordon. That’s approximately the effect when singer and tenor saxophonist Camille Thurman performs.” —Downbeat Magazine

In her JAZZ ROOM Charlotte debut, acclaimed saxophonist and vocalist extraordinaire Camille Thurman, featuring the Darrell Green Quartet, will wrap up Season 21 with the sounds of classic jazz, including original music from her latest works, in celebration of Women’s History Month.

As an accomplished composer, esteemed saxophonist, vocalist, and unique interpreter of the jazz tradition, she is quickly becoming one of the leading standard bearers of the art form. Her distinct musical approach to classic and original repertoire, which highlights her craft as a powerhouse singer and instrumentalist, is a captivating blend of tradition and innovation. She makes a considerable and dynamic contribution to the legacy of jazz while paying tribute to its heroes through her music.

The New York City native has amassed several distinctive honors for her musicianship: NAACP Image Award Nominee for Outstanding Jazz Album, recipient of the SOUTH Arts Creative Jazz Road Artistic Residency, Downbeat Magazine’s Critics Poll Nominee for Rising Star Tenor Saxophonist and Vocalist and Rising New Artist (2023, 2022, 2021 & 2020), two-time winner of the ASCAP Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composers Award, a recipient of the Fulbright Scholars Cultural Ambassador Grant and Chamber Music of America Performance Plus Grant (Sponsored by the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation) among others. Thurman also has five full-length recordings as a leader to her credit. Her most recent project, “Confluence: Vol 1,” is a collaboration with master drummer Darrell Green and his quartet.

Thurman made history, becoming the first woman in 30 years to tour, record, and perform full-time internationally with the world-renowned Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra as a saxophonist/woodwind doubler (2018-2020 season). A respected bandleader, she has headlined numerous notable concert venues and jazz festivals worldwide, including the Kennedy Center, The Library of Congress, and the Rose Theater. Her international recognition is a testament to the universal appeal of her music and the profound impact she has made on the global jazz community.

The Charlotte Chorale is holding auditions. This is a golden opportunity for singers who are eager to share their voices and passion for music.

Under the leadership of conductor Andrew Struhar, you'll find the perfect environment to elevate your singing experience and be part of performances that truly resonate.

Whether you're a seasoned vocalist or simply looking to rediscover your love for choral music, we encourage you to take this step. Auditioning is not just about showcasing your talent—it's about joining a family that thrives on harmony, learning, and the joy of making music together.

For more details and to sign up for an audition slot, please visit our website at www.CharlotteChoraleInc.org. Don't miss out!

The Charlotte Chorale is holding auditions. This is a golden opportunity for singers who are eager to share their voices and passion for music.

Under the leadership of conductor Andrew Struhar, you'll find the perfect environment to elevate your singing experience and be part of performances that truly resonate.

Whether you're a seasoned vocalist or simply looking to rediscover your love for choral music, we encourage you to take this step. Auditioning is not just about showcasing your talent—it's about joining a family that thrives on harmony, learning, and the joy of making music together.

For more details and to sign up for an audition slot, please visit our website at www.CharlotteChoraleInc.org. Don't miss out!