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Celebrate Día de los Reyes Magos (Epiphany) at the Mint Museum Randolph in conjunction with the exhibition Art of Devotion: The Santos de Palo Tradition of Puerto Rico. Enjoy exhibition tours, along with an afternoon of music, dance, storytelling, arts and crafts, a traditional Pastorela performance, and a taste of Rosca de Reyes (Three Kings Bread). Fun for all ages!

Immerse yourself in unseen worlds with scientist and photographer Jennifer Hayes and underwater photographer David Doubilet. These globetrotting partners in work and life have produced stories together about every topic under the sea, from endangered coral reefs to what lies below polar ice. Known as the “Audubon of the Sea,” David’s photography brilliantly captures life above and below the water’s surface. Onstage, these two master storytellers combine decades of knowledge, passion, and experience into a remarkable visual odyssey that tells the unique story of our ocean like never before.

Using research from Cooperation and Hierarchy in Ancient Bolivia: Building Community with the Body, Sara Juengst, Ph.D. discusses how ancient Bolivians organized their communities through several notable sociocultural and environmental changes, as reflected through disease, diet, and trauma on human skeletal remains. This Personally Speaking lecture asks, how can burials and skeletons teach us about the lives of past people and how their societies shifted in the face of environmental, social, and economic change? │ chess.charlotte.edu

5:15 p.m. with a reception at 4:15 p.m.

Author David Rahahę·tih Webb (Tuscarora Indians of Kahtenuaka Territories) decolonizes the history of Carolina’s Indigenous peoples and presents the full histories of four ethnolinguistic groups. These nations adapted to colonization through ethnogenesis, forging new alliances, intermarrying with traders, and navigating shifting political landscapes. In time, once-powerful nations were reduced to stateless, English-speaking refugee communities, and aside from groups like the Catawba and Tuscarora, their distinct tribal identities faded into the generic label, “Indian.” Finally, in recent decades, they revitalized their governments and reclaimed their identities.

Presented in person and virtually. To attend via Zoom, register via this link: http://bit.ly/4rG2BAg

Why has modernity become the age of genocide? This presentation will explore the idea that genocide is a byproduct of organizing ourselves into a global order of states and therefore a structural dysfunction. Featuring Martin Shuster, Ph.D., Professor of Philosophy and the Isaac Swift Distinguished Professor of Jewish Studies at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte│capitalismstudies.charlotte.edu
Tuesday, Jan. 13; 6 p.m. at Independent Picture House (4237 Raleigh St, Charlotte);

Celebrate Kwanzaa and the principle of Kujichagulia (self-determination), which means “to define ourselves, name ourselves, create for ourselves, and speak for ourselves.” This family-friendly event features a holiday marketplace showcasing local entrepreneurs and small businesses, a Kwanzaa table presentation by Kwanzaa Charlotte to explore the holiday’s history and traditions, and plenty of fun activities including arts & crafts, family photos, and live music throughout the day. Join us for a vibrant celebration that honors culture and the joyful spirit of the holiday season!

Photo Credit: SHAE Movement African Arts

Speaker: Alden Picard, North Carolina Wildlife Federation Conservation Coordinator
Land is where conservation starts. Forest or field, public or private, every acre matters! Habitat loss is one of the leading causes of species decline today. All habitats, regardless of size, are essential to the survival of native wildlife. We can all take small steps in our daily lives to make a positive impact on our local environment.

Join NCWF Conservation Coordinator, Alden Picard for an engaging presentation on the importance of building wildlife habitats in the places we live, work, and play. By providing food, water, cover, and places for wildlife to raise young, you can help restore and enhance wildlife habitat in your community. Now more than ever, we must all take action to address the biodiversity crisis and work together to restore native plant communities. Learn about Garden for Wildlife programs and the steps you can take to make a difference for wildlife in your community.

2026 Sponsors: 
Title: Blackhawk Hardware
Silver: Peaceful Ponds
Bronze: Bartlett Tree Services, Foard and Company, PA, and Living Color Gardens

The boisterous British Panto tradition bursts onto the stage with all the fervor and clownish comic silliness you can handle. Ostentatious costumes, magical medieval effects, and spirited songs put a preposterous spin on the classic Cinderella story. Get ready to "hiss" at the wicked stepmother, "howl" at her naughty, haughty daughters, and "ooh" and "coo" as our hopeful heroine undergoes a magical transformation. We're all guaranteed to have a ball! After all, how else will our Cinderella meet her prince?

Show Dates and Times:
Sat, Jan 10: 11 AM & 3 PM
Sun, Jan 11: 2 & 4 PM
Sat, Jan 17: 11 AM & 3 PM
Sun, Jan 18: 2 & 4 PM
Sat, Jan 24: 11 AM & 3 PM
Sun, Jan 25: 2 & 4 PM

ASL-Interpreted Show: Sat, Jan 17 at 3 PM
Sensory-Friendly Performance: Sun, Jan 18 at 4 PM

Speaker: Judith Walker, Mecklenburg Audubon Society

Birds are always on the move. In the first session of this series, you learned about how and why birds migrate. In this presentation, we will take a closer look at how we (humans) know where birds are located. We’ll learn how scientists have tracked the movement of birds from early banding projects to the modern-day use of weather radar and satellites. We’ll look at how the data from these techniques demonstrates how birds are adapting to climate change.

Mecklenburg Audubon has recently installed a MOTUS tower on one of UNC Charlotte’s buildings, which will help monitor the movements of birds in our immediate area. The presentation will include how individuals can contribute to this body of knowledge.

Judy Walker is retired from UNC-Charlotte, where she worked as an Education Librarian. She is an active member of the Mecklenburg Audubon Society (MAS). She has served on the board of MAS and leads many bird walks on behalf of the society.

Join the Coalition for Comprehensive Women’s Healthcare for a panel discussion to sort facts from fear and science from a sales pitch! You don't want to miss this community education conversation. The Coalition for Comprehensive Women’s Healthcare is bringing together a panel of women’s health experts to cut through the noise. We’ll talk about what the science actually says, what’s still emerging, and where slick marketing or misinformation is drowning out real, evidence-based care.
Perimenopause and Menopause is confusing, especially when every scroll brings a new miracle supplement, hormone hack, or wellness fix. How do you know who or what to trust? Make sure you drop your questions into the form when you purchase your ticket!
We’ll explore symptoms, treatment options, and whole-person support! Menopause impacts every part of YOU: physically, emotionally sexually, socially, and financially. Come ready for conversation, answers to your questions, and a hopeful look at women's health.

Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and the Broadway musical, Shrek The Musical Jr. reminds us that beauty is truly in the eye of the ogre. When Davidson Community Players’ Connie Company takes the stage, audiences are invited into a big, bright, beautiful world where Shrek and a cast of fairy-tale misfits set out on an adventure that leads to friendship, love, and self-acceptance. Part romance and part twisted fairy tale, Shrek Jr. is a playful, family-friendly production that showcases the talents of DCP’s up-and-coming young performers while sharing a powerful message for audiences of all ages.



Happens on the following Dates:
Feb 6, 2026, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Feb 7, 2026, 1:00pm to 2:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Feb 7, 2026, 4:00pm to 5:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Feb 8, 2026, 4:00pm to 5:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Feb 12, 2026, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Feb 13, 2026, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Feb 14, 2026, 1:00pm to 2:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Feb 14, 2026, 4:00pm to 5:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy, this powerful program weaves together the voices and traditions that shaped the American story. Spirituals, folk songs, and fiddle tunes meet the elegance of Baroque and colonial music, revealing a shared language of resilience and hope. Featuring countertenor Patrick Dailey and Charlotte’s own soprano Sequina DuBose, acclaimed performer and faculty member at UNC Charlotte, 7th Street Concerts invites audiences into a vibrant tapestry of sound that honors struggle, uplifts the spirit, and celebrates the dream of justice and belonging.

Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden invites guests to experience Ice Sculptures at Stowe, a captivating winter installation presented in partnership with Ice Trade and Ice Mill. Over two evenings, the Gardens will be transformed into a frozen wonderland featuring 20 nature-inspired ice sculptures, crafted from 80,000 pounds of ice and standing 4 to 10 feet tall. Visitors can explore the immersive walk-through display at their own pace and enjoy live ice carving demonstrations. As evening falls, the illuminated sculptures glow and shimmer, creating an unforgettable seasonal experience for families, nature lovers, and art enthusiasts alike.

Join Arts & Letters for a discussion on Harlem Rhapsody, by Victoria Christopher Murray

Harlem Rhapsody by Victoria Christopher Murray is a historical fiction novel that tells the story of Jessie Redmon Faust, who ignited the Harlem Renaissance, and her secret affair with W.E.B. Du Bois.

Location: UNCC Cone University Center - Lucas Room

Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMJ9nH9TFQ4iqyNDAtau5LAtd72AWbpDFYVuaUMiZJmOMpwA/viewform
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A virtual session to learn how to secure funds from our chapter's charitable contribution grants

Registration Link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tHrUaatVTCaWeDfs9pK-jw#/registration
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Garden symposium with presentations from celebrated bestselling author and distinguished horticulturist Brie Arthur with “Seeds of Enchantment - The Art of Creating Gardens from Seed” and “Ultimate Plant Combinations”, ecologist and native plant aficionado Dr. Carrie DeJaco with “Extending the Pollinator Season in Your Landscape” and highly regarded owner of Renfrow Hardware (and Garden Center) David Blackley with “Sensible Gardeners Use ALL Their Senses”

The Magic Flute explores the conflict between darkness and light, knowledge and ignorance, in the universal quest for unity and peace. Mozart's enchanting tale is an international co-production with the Teatro Sociale of Como, Italy.  

Join Opera Carolina for an unforgettable evening of music, heritage, and celebration at the historic Carolina Theatre.

Lift Every Voice honors the rich legacy and transformative contributions of African American artists and composers to the world of opera and classical music.

From soul-stirring spirituals to powerful operatic works, this concert shines a spotlight on the voices and stories that have shaped the art form—and continue to inspire generations.

Featuring celebrated guest artists, community voices, and a program that uplifts through harmony and history.

A tribute. A celebration. A moment to come together in song.

Radiance and Romance: arias from the Golden Age
Erin Morely - Soprano
“The personification of bel canto” (Opera News), and is “in a class of her own among coloratura sopranos, singing even the most dazzlingly difficult material with beauty and musical sense,” New York Classical Review

Lawrence Brownlee - Tenor
“An instrument of great beauty and expression…perfectly suited to the early Nineteenth century operas of Rossini and Donizetti” – NPR Music

The Medium explores psychological tension and supernatural intrigue, with the incomparable Denyce Graves starring and making her directorial debut.