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The DCSO presents an uplifting musical montage in support of love, freedom, family, and mother earth. The program includes Sibelius’s Finlandia, Neridah Oostenbroek’s Freedom, Stacy Garrop’s There’s a Village in my Sneakers, and Anna Clyne’s Restless Oceans, among others.
Admission is free, but tickets are required. For tickets, please contact the Union Box Office at 704-894-2135.

The Music Department highlights the talents of our student musicians in a campus favorite showcase event featuring the African Drumming Ensemble, Appalachian Ensemble, Chorale, Jazz Ensemble, and Symphony Orchestra.
Free and open to the public.

Students from the studio of Cynthia Lawing look to captivate the audience during Wildcat Weekend in Tyler-Tallman Hall with a program of piano ensemble works.
Free and open to the public.

Explore the beauty of the dance genre. This unique concert bridges the Central European folk traditions from Dvořák and Brahms with the broader European and Latin American dance rhythms such as the sultry Nuevo Tango from Piazzolla, the Spanish dances by Granados to the cosmopolitan rhythms of Paul Juon. Each composer interprets the dance rhythms and styles through their national lens. Join the Bechtler Trio: Tatiana Karpova, violin, Emily Urbanek, piano and Tanja Bechtler for this exciting program.

Experience the 18th century through the music of J.S. Bach and Handel. Hear Bach’s wedding cantata 202, violin sonata BWV 1021, Handel trio HVW 390 and Bach’s Sinfonia to BWV 196 . Rebecca Miller Saunders is soprano soloist. Sung Lee appears as oboe soloist. An ensemble of Baroque Strings players accompany.

Experience the 18th century through the music of J.S. Bach and Handel. Hear Bach’s wedding cantata 202, violin sonata BWV 1021, Handel trio HVW 390, Handel's "O had I Jubal's Lyre" and Bach’s Sinfonia to BWV 196. Rebecca Miller Saunders is soprano soloist. Sung Lee is baroque oboe soloist. An ensemble of baroque strings accompanies.

Prepare to be blown away by some of the most talented members of our music community as we showcase our first- and fourth-year music scholarship recipients in this annual performance.
Free and open to the public.

The 2025–26 Traditional Series opens with Windborne, a virtuoso a cappella vocal quartet. Many of their works are original compositions, while others are highly original adaptations from over two centuries of American vocal music. The quartet’s embracing of traditional folk music and their special love of social activism for some of America’s great 20th-century songwriters highlight their repertoire. This is a cappella music at its finest.
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
7:30 P.M.
Tyler-Tallman Hall, Sloan Music Center
For tickets, please contact the Union Box Office at 704-894-2135. Free for Davidson students, but tickets are required.

Participate in the important questions of our time. The Forum is a conversation and speaker series that brings people together to explore challenges and opportunities that affect human flourishing through the lens of the humanities and civic imagination.

You’re invited to the November 18, 2025 gathering of The Forum featuring Heather Berlin.


Heather Berlin unlocks the secrets of attention, perception, and human wellbeing, and shows how these human traits are key to the future digital economy. Her fascinating talk explores the brain basis of consciousness, dynamic unconscious processes, and creativity - and how we can make better decisions and get the most out of our brains.

Berlin is a neuroscientist, clinical psychologist, and associate clinical professor of psychiatry and neuroscience at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. She explores the neural basis of impulsive and compulsive psychiatric and neurological conditions with the goal of developing novel treatments. Berlin hosts the new Nova series “Your Brain.” She received her doctorate from the University of Oxford, and Master of Public
Health from Harvard University, and trained in clinical neuropsychology at Weill Cornell Medicine’s Department of Neurological Surgery.

Connect. Consider. Ignite. Doors open at 6:00 to mix and mingle. The program runs from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM including time for conversation, connections, and Q&A.

The Forum has a three-part structure:

• First third: Participants connect in small break-out groups prompted by a question;

• Middle third: Participants consider a presentation by a guest speaker that ends with a question posed to the audience;

• Final third: Participants discuss the question, igniting new ideas and possibilities.

THE HUMANITIES | Languages | Literature | History | Philosophy | Religion | And More

Event ticket is $40. This is an in-person event with limited seating.

Location: Mint Museum Uptown

About The Charlotte Center

The Charlotte Center is a community forum and civic action catalyst that invites curious people into meaningful connection and problem-solving informed by deep consideration of the human experience. Our mission is to help people and communities flourish. 

The Charlotte Center is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization. We are supported by individual donors, grants, sponsorships, and revenue from our programs. We invite you to join us.

Picture this: you're in line to see a couple perform two days before Valentine's Day, and their tour is called the Never Gonna Let You Go Tour. How romantic do you think this night's gonna get? Drew and Ellie Holcomb come to Knight Theatre on Thursday, February 12th. They're bringing all of their folk beats to the stage with that hint of worship music that could take this night to an entirely different level.

Voices From The Past AFTER DARK and Ghost Hunting in Historic Elmwood Cemetery.
Historic Elmwood Cemetery opened in 1853. More than 45,000 Charlotte citizens rest in peace under a canopy of colorful fall foliage - or maybe not. Restless souls whose lives ended in terrible tragedies, valiant soldiers who died in battles, as well as a life taken at the hands of another. These are the stories that couldn't be told during our April event will now be shared by our talented storytellers. In the dark shadows of night, take a guided Candlelight Tour into the dark side of Charlotte’s history.
This is an adult Halloween event. True Crime stories and tragic life experiences may be why these souls are haunted. The Charlotte Area Paranormal Society, with its ghost-hunting equipment, will help you to communicate with the restless "spirits" of Pinewood.

The Wailin’ Jennys are Nicky Mehta, Ruth Moody and Heather Masse. Three distinct voices that together make an achingly perfect vocal sound.

Starting as a happy accident of solo singer/songwriters getting together for a one-time-only performance at a tiny guitar shop in Winnipeg, Manitoba, the Wailin’ Jennys have grown into one of today’s most beloved international folk acts.

Founding members Moody and Mehta along with New York-based Masse continue to create some of the most exciting music on the folk-roots scene, stepping up their musical game with each critically lauded recording, and thrilling audiences with their renowned live performances. Don’t miss this exclusive Charlotte concert featuring new songs plus their most requested fan favorites.

Tusk is the number one Tribute to Fleetwood Mac in the world, bar none.

No fancy tricks, no tracks, no gimmicks, just five musicians recreating the music of Fleetwood Mac to perfection with note for note renditions that no other Fleetwood Mac tribute on the touring scene today can come close to duplicating.

Tusk covers all the great hits of Fleetwood Mac, which has featured the talents of Mick Fleetwood, Christine and John McVie, Lindsey Buckingham, Stevie Nicks and others over the years. The five seasoned, well-respected musicians comprising Tusk have been making music together in various combinations and styles, in original outfits and in cover bands, for over twenty-five years. Authentic-sounding and always respectful, Tusk leaves no stone unturned in replicating the sounds of one of the world’s best-loved, top-selling bands.

The world’s preeminent guitar duo, Brazilian-born brothers Sérgio and Odair Assad celebrate 60 years of setting the standard for innovation, ingenuity, and expression with the classical guitar.

Their near telepathic ensemble playing and deep musicality led to celebrated performances with artists like Yo-Yo Ma, Dave Brubeck, Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg, James Taylor, Dawn Upshaw, and others. Their programs embrace a myriad of musical styles, periods, and cultures including folk, jazz, Latin, and transcriptions of the greatest works from the Baroque music canon by Bach, Rameau, and Scarlatti. Winners of Latin GRAMMY and GRAMMY awards, the Guitar Foundation of America awarded these brothers with its Lifetime Achievement Award.

Held in conjunction with the 2025 South Carolina Humanities Festival, join South Carolina Humanities Executive Director Dr. Jennifer Gunter at the Native American Studies Center for this community conversation to strengthen connections, unleash creativity, and foster prosperity.

The event is free and open to the public, but reservations are required.

To reserve your spot, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-third-place-a-humanities-happy-hour-tickets-1712013591739?aff=oddtdtcreator

Padma Shri Hariharan Live in Concert: A Night of Bollywood Entertainment in Kannapolis
LMT SEVA and Nachbaliye Dance Academy are proud to present the legendary playback, bhajan, and ghazal vocalist, Padma Shri Hariharan, live in concert.

Date and Time: Saturday, November 9th
Location: The Kannapolis Performing Arts Center (KPAC)

Prepare for three hours of non-stop entertainment featuring one of Indian cinema’s foremost playback singers, whose extensive repertoire spans over 15,000 songs in more than 10 languages. The evening will also showcase top Bollywood singers, dancers, and musicians.  

Hariharan, a two-time National Award winner and recipient of the Padma Shri (India's fourth-highest civilian award), is renowned as a leading ghazal artist and a pioneer of Indian fusion music, notably as half of the famed duo Colonial Cousins.  

Don't miss this opportunity to experience a true musical icon!

About The Event

Celebrate women entrepreneurs Doing Stuff That Matters! 💜 Join us Oct. 17 at Piper Glen Golf Club for The Sandbox Impact Awards: an unforgettable night of celebration, connection, and heart. gotsandbox.org/impactaward

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A highlight of the night is the “Ask Me” Experience, a dynamic networking segment designed to spark meaningful conversations between guests, mentors, and fellow entrepreneurs. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect directly with community leaders and innovators, exchange ideas, and build partnerships that amplify impact.

Charlotte's Largest and BEST Halloween Event!

Make it a Tradition.



The 9th Annual MOTION Running Scared 5K presented by National Gypsum will take place on October 25th, 2025 at 9:00am. This family fun event encourages participants to have fun, be creative, and dress up in costumes. Costumes are of course encouraged but not required. Enjoy a 5K race through and around South Park area of Charlotte. There will be activities for the kids (face painting, games, etc.), Food Trucks, Beer, Music, and more!



What do I get for participating?

1. High Quality shirt. We will have Unisex short sleeve shirts so please size yourself with that in mind. You must register before October 10th to be guaranteed a choice of shirt; GHOST, MONSTER, PUMPKIN, OR REGULAR. Anyone registered AFTER October 11th will be given a REGULAR event shirt...while inventory lasts.

2. Finisher Medals guaranteed for the 5K Only. We will now have a mix of medals for the Monster Milers...yahoo!

3. Great giveaways from our sponsors

4. Face painting, costume contest, etc.

6. Great fun!



Packet Pick Up

Friday, October 24th, 2025; 1:00PM – 6:00PM

MOTION Fitness

2101 Rexford Rd #50w, Charlotte, NC 28211

Race Day – Saturday, October 25th, 2024; 7:45AM – 8:45AM

MOTION Fitness

2101 Rexford Rd #50w, Charlotte, NC 28211



RACE START TIMES:

8:30AM - 5K

9:15AM - AWARDS





T-Shirts

Every participant will receive a t-shirt that signed up before October 10th. Shirts are ordered based on the sizes indicated during online registration. NO SWITCHING SIZES – NO EXCEPTIONS!



Timing

We have partnered with Start 2 Finish to time this years event using Chronotrack Timing Systems. All 5K participants will be timed and will receive their disposable timing tag during packet pick up.



Divisions

Overall, Masters, 12 and under, 13-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and over.



Awards

Top 3 Males and Females Overall and 1st place in all age groups.



Claiming Awards

As results become available, runners will be able to claim their awards at the awards ceremony prior to the last participant finishing. We do NOT ship unclaimed awards.

NOTE: Sisu Events reserves the right to add/delete categories and awards prior to race based on participation.



Refunds and Transfers

Registration fees are non-refundable. Event registrations are non-transferable between individuals, events, or years.



Time Limit

The 5K is for runners and we have to stick to a 15 minute pace limit per CMPD i order for them to open the roads. If you are walking slowere than that, you may be asked to use the sidewalks to finish.



Medic/First Aid

There will be a RED medical tent located at the finish line in case of emergency or any medical needs. Announcements can always be made at the DJ booth as well.



Weather Policy

Races are held, rain or shine, unless Sisu Events determines that conditions are too dangerous. This will be based on a prudent decision made on race weekend or race day by Sisu Events and local law enforcement officials. If the race is canceled due to inclement weather there will be neither refunds nor transfers. This position is consistent with USA Track & Field recommendations and with the protocol of sharing the risks associated with the sport of running. In the event of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances, Sisu Events reserves the right to alter, cancel or eliminate any/all portions of the race.



Parking

PLEASE arrive in time to park. There are many available parking lots near the start finish area.



Expo

At the Running Scared 5K Expo you will find exhibitors, great giveaways from our sponsors, and kids face painting.

Entertainment

We are so excited to have music and entertainment at the Start and Finish line to energize the runners and maintain the fun!

Celebrate the beginning of 2026 from a mile high! The New Year’s “Sunrise at the Swinging Bridge” event will provide guests with the rare opportunity to be in the park before regular operating hours and to hopefully witness a captivating sunrise from the Mile High Swinging Bridge – the first of 2026! This event costs $50 for general admission, $35 for children (ages 4-12) and $25 for members of Grandfather Mountain’s Bridge Club – plus tax. Limited to 150 participants.

Join us for a meaningful evening together in your community celebrating the important work that International House does for our foreign-born and foreign-rooted neighbors. Enjoy wine, beer & international tapas, a wide array of silent auction items, and strong connections with your community. Yes, we will dance!