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Voted “Best Dance Troupe” by Queen City Nerve, Baran Dance is thrilled to present BIG MOVES: BIG IDEAS! Inspired by suggestions for new contemporary dance works from the Charlotte community, BIG MOVES: BIG IDEAS features eclectic, innovative choreography and performances by Baran Dance company artists and interns. As the culminating concert of our crowdsourced season, this truly Charlotte-made production is not to be missed!

VIP ticket includes pre-show reception one hour before performance with complimentary appetizers, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages.

Saturday, June 7th
VIP reception 7pm / Performance 8pm

Sunday, June 8th
VIP reception 5pm / Performance 6pm

The League of Women Voters of Charlotte Mecklenburg (LWVCM)—along with partner organizations—is hosting a hybrid event on April 7 at Caldwell Presbyterian Church. The discussion will provide a clear-eyed look at the funding challenges facing CMS and explore actionable solutions to advocate for sustainable school funding. A panel of distinguished leaders will be moderated by UNCC Professor of Education and Former Board of County Commissioner Susan Harden. Refreshments will be served.

During this session we will discuss:
• Homeownership
• Power of Life Insurance
• Legal Protection Mechanisms (estate planning and heirs property)

This month, the group will learn about "Lung Cancer Survivorship: Navigating the Journey Forward" from Expert Speaker Jackie Edwards, MSN, RN, OCN Program Coordinator at Levine Cancer Institute.

Indulge in a day filled with a curated selection of wines, bubbly mimosas, refreshing sangrias, and a variety of craft beers served at 20 different drink stations. With unlimited samples included in your ticket, you'll have the chance to discover new favorites.

Perfect Mother's Day Gift! Surprise Mom with a unique and unforgettable experience, or simply gather your friends for a day of pure enjoyment.

🍓🍷 Spring Inspired Drinks

🍻 Cold Craft Beer

💐 Local Vendors selling fresh flowers, jewelry, and other gifts

🎶 Live Music & Other Entertainment

Come out to enjoy a wonderful spring event with crisp, refreshing drinks all while supporting a great cause! A portion of the proceeds from the event benefit AltruSpirit, a local non-profit that will provide athletic programming for at-risk/financially disadvantaged youth in the Charlotte area.

Charlotte Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated invites you to:
Join us for fun for all ages!
Health screenings, blood drives, kids sports physicals, giveaways, food trucks, and more!
Rain or Shine Event
FREE

Come sing showtunes with us and enjoy a night out supporting OVC! Local drag personality Jack Harness will be guiding us through an evening of mega gay musical theater anthems that we’ll belt out as a full group! Wicked, Hamilton, Kinky Boots….if it’s on your musical theater favorites playlist, then it will most likely be a part of this amazing event!

Must be 21+ to attend this event. We can’t wait to see you there!

This immersive art crawl invites you to explore various creative spaces, meet the artists behind the masterpieces, and enjoy a one-of-a-kind cultural experience.

Don't miss out on this exciting night-Art In Motion is where creativity takes center stage!

Charlotte Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated presents:
Celebration of the Arts: Jazz Brunch
Featuring Willie Walker & Conversation Piece
Met Gala Attire

Travel back in time to explore the COOL science of the Ice Age! Scratch into ice cores, meet mammals from the past, and have fun with prehistoric crafts and hands-on activities. You can even take a photo with The Schiele's giant mastodon!

$6 museum members / $13 general public

Ticket includes admission to the museum, The Farm, and all event activities.

Join Clayworks for our 20th birthday party! Visit us Friday, April 4, 6-9pm and Saturday, April 5, 10am-3pm, for our Spring Sale & Birthday Bash. Celebrate 20 years of Clayworks with a weekend of muddy fun! We’ll have pottery sales, Clay Olympics, kiln openings, raku firings, free workshops, and more to kick off a year of anniversary celebrations!

Join us to learn more about earning your Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree in as few as 16 months and start an exciting career. Tour our skills and simulation labs and hear from our panel of nurses.

Join Anthony Love from Appalachian State University as we learn about the geologic history captured within the rocks of Grandfather Mountain. Participants will be introduced to concepts of general geology, the shape of the land surface within the Grandfather region, how we measure and use geologic structures to interpret rocks, how orientations of rock units can provide us insights on the structure of larger regions, how we use rocks to visualize the past environments where they originally formed and, finally, how we utilize these pieces to form a story of how Earth history transpired in a given area. Advance registration required.

The Outsider

April 3 - 5 & 10 - 12 at 7:30 p.m.; April 6 & 13 at 2 p.m.

Written by Paul Slade Smith
Directed by Ann Marie Costa

Plays in the Barber Theatre

Ned Newley doesn't even want to be governor. He's terrified of public speaking; his poll numbers are impressively bad. To his ever-supportive Chief of Staff, Ned seems destined to fail. But political consultant Martha sees things differently: Ned might be the worst candidate to ever run for office. Unless the public is looking for... the worst candidate to ever run for office. A timely and hilarious comedy that skewers politics and celebrates democracy.

Suitable for ages 12 and up.

Join preservice teachers, K-8 classroom and nonformal educators as we explore activities in the Project Learning Tree Explore Your Environment K-8 Activity Guide. Every participant will leave the workshop with a copy of this guide that includes 50 hands-on, multidisciplinary activities to connect children to nature and increase young people’s awareness and knowledge about their environment. The activities in this resource are supported by a robust Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) correlation guide, building durable STEM Skills, and differentiated instruction. This workshop has a $20 registration fee. Participants must register by Friday, June 6 at 5 p.m.

Unlock the skills and tools to turn your business ideas into opportunities! Learn about financing, marketing, and how to locate your ideal customers. Also, learn about your idea - is it feasible? What County resources are available that will help my business thrive?

“Sunflowers and Soot: Tales from Eastern Ukraine,” to be presented by Anastasiia Malakhova, will explore the historical and cultural distinctiveness of Eastern Ukraine, and compare it to other regions of that country. Malakhova is a Fulbright graduate student in Creative Writing at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte whose work explores themes of memory, home, displacement, and cultural identity. She draws inspiration from both Ukrainian and Appalachian literary traditions and will share her personal journey of living in exile after the occupation of her hometown, reflecting on the impact of displacement. Additionally, she will explore Ukrainian traditions and customs, along with the rich dynamics of bilingualism in Ukraine.┃capitalismstudies.charlotte.edu
Tuesday, May 13; 5:30 p.m.; Independent Picture House, 4237 Raleigh Street, Charlotte; Please Register

The focus of this 10-hour workshop is to prepare participants from a variety of educational backgrounds and experiences in both the formal and non-formal sectors to use exemplary Environmental Education teaching methods. Participants will learn about a variety of teaching techniques, methods and instructional strategies; and the workshop will include multiple interactive components. This is a required workshop for all NC Environmental Education Certification candidates. This workshop may also count for Continuing Education for those educators who are already certified. This workshop is free to attend, although advance registration is required. Limited to 25 participants.

This workshop is open to individuals studying for the NC Environmental Education Certification or those needing CE Credits to maintain their certification and will focus on salamanders in North Carolina. Hosted by Tanya Poole of N.C. Wildlife Commission and Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation’s own Interpretation and Education staff, this workshop will focus on the various types of salamanders in North Carolina, specifically those found in Western North Carolina. We will cover life cycles, habitats, identification, anatomy and much more, and hopefully spend time outdoors looking for salamanders. Participants will also test out activities they can take back to their classrooms. The program is open to all interested educators. All participants qualify for CEU and EE Criteria II or III credits. This workshop is free to attend, although advance registration is required. Limited to 25 participants.

ou’re invited to a night of socializing and science at Science on the Rocks—winner of Charlotte Magazine’s Best of the Best Award.

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 experience:

Add-On: Workshop Experience: Terrarium Build
Terrarium Build: Join us as we celebrate Earth Day at Science on the Rocks with a build your own terrarium workshop.

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!