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Have a stone tool, pottery sherd, or mysterious item you’d like to know more about? Join Native American Studies Center Archaeologist and USC Lancaster Senior Instructor of Anthropology Chris Judge for this ID session of Native American artifacts.

Held in conjunction with the 20th Annual Native American Studies Celebration, this event is free and open to the public.

Retired University of South Carolina professor and attorney for the S.C. Press Association Jay Bender discusses his role as former attorney for the Catawba Nation and his involvement in the tribe regaining federal recognition.
Held in conjunction with the 20th Annual Native American Studies Celebration, this event is free and open to the public.

Presented in person and via Zoom: http://bit.ly/3J5KNgn

Titanium Sound Band is excited to bring the fast-beat, high-stepping flair of Show Style bands together for performances, sportsmanship and entertainment this Saturday, November 1st, at 1pm at Hopewell High School in Huntersville.

Expect an incredible display of talent from marching bands across the Carolinas, as they compete at the 4th Annual Clash of the Titans band competition.

After a screening of Hulu’s “Blood & Myth” (released this September), USC Lancaster Director of Native American Studies and Folklorist Dr. Stephen Criswell and Criminal Justice Instructor Deborah Rowell discuss their previously recorded Q&A session with Executive Producer James Dommek Jr. and Director and Executive Producer Kahlil Hudson.

BBQ plates catered by Smokin Butts BBQ (while quantities last).

Held in conjunction with the 20th Annual Native American Studies Celebration, this event is free and open to the public.

The Lake Norman Orchestra will present a free holiday-theme concert. The 60-member all-volunteer full orchestra is led by music director, Mr. Samuel A. Kyzer. Song titles include "Sleigh Ride," "Do You Hear What I Hear?," "There's Christmas in the Air," and many other holiday favorites.

The Lake Norman Orchestra is presenting a free-admission holiday-themed concert at Mt. Zion UMC on Saturday, December 6, 6 PM. The 60-member all-volunteer full orchestra will perform a wide variety of holiday favorites. Song titles include "Sleigh Ride," "There's Christmas in the Air," "Do You Hear What I Hear?," and many other holiday classics.

Based on Hans Christian Andersen's beloved story and the classic animated film, Disney's The Little Mermaid is a fun and engaging show for the whole family. This expanded version includes all your favorite characters and award winning songs, plus several new musical numbers added for the full length Broadway show. Support local theatre - our cast features talented adult performers, backed by an ensemble of 70 diverse members of our community, ages 5 - 65. Recommended for ages 4 and up, show runs 2 hours, 15 minutes with an intermission

Oscar Chacón, co-founder and former Executive Director of the transnational advocacy organization Alianza Americas, has been selected as this fall’s witness for the Anabel Aliaga-Buchenau Witness in Residence Initiative. Chacón, himself an immigrant from El Salvador, was forced to flee his homeland during the Salvadoran Civil War. His organization supports organized immigrant groups from Latin America and the Caribbean, and he is widely recognized as one of the nation’s leading voices in this space. Chacón was honored with the 2025 Inamori Ethics Prize, granted by the Inamori International Center for Ethics and Excellence at Case Western Reserve University. He is being hosted by the Latin American Studies program, and will participate in several CHESS themed courses and present a public lecture.│chess.charlotte.edu
Tuesday, Nov. 18; 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; Fretwell Building, Room 100

Sponsored by The Anabel Aliaga-Buchenau Witness in Residence Initiative and the Dean’s Office of the College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences, in collaboration with the Latin American Studies Program and the Center for Migration and Diaspora Studies

On Saturday November 8th, IPH continues their Community Impact Film Series with a FREE event that will center around homelessness! ✨

This FREE event begins at 11am and will include:
🎤Poetry Performance featuring Jay Ward (Charlotte Poet Laureate)

🤝11:00 - Resource Fair
✨Hearts for the Invisible @hearts4theinvisible
✨Veteran Bridge Home @vetbridgehome
✨Project Outpour @projectoutpourclt
✨The Relatives @the_relatives
✨Pivot Point Transitional Housing @pivotpointtransitionalhousing
✨Roof Above @roofabove
✨Mecklenburg County’s Housing Innovation & Stabilization Services

🎞Film Screenings begins at 12pm
🎬Beyond the Bridge: A Solution to Homelessness
followed by 🗣Panel discussion featuring Don Sawyer and Tim Hashko.
@abiggervisionfilms

🥪Volunteer Opportunities: sandwich making with Roof Above for program participants @roofabove

✨This event will also have a call for donations to The Relatives (@the_relatives ). Donated items needed include:
🎁New Socks and Underwear (all sizes for children and adults)
🎁Laundry Detergent (pods)
🎁Full Size Bottles of Body Wash
🎁Toothpaste
🎁Dental Floss
🎁Towels and Washcloths

7th Street Concerts is a dynamic new classical music series located in the heart of uptown Charlotte. Their third season opens with a journey across oceans and centuries featuring the luminous sounds of music from Latin and South America and Spain spanning five centuries. Through soaring voices, period instruments, and evocative storytelling, this program reimagines Mary and Joseph’s search for refuge as a timeless reflection of today’s migrants traveling al norte led by hope. Festive, sacred, and secular works come to life in a performance that bridges cultures, centuries, and our shared human longing. Join singers Nick Garza and Andrea Walker, with an ensemble of early instruments, for a radiant holiday concert that celebrates both cultural roots and the universal search for home.

Festivities begin at 5:30 with a complimentary pre-concert Happy Hour followed by the concert. The music will last about 75min with no intermission, and will conclude with more drinks and snacks on us, plus a chance to meet and mingle with the artists. Free parking included.

Join Echelon Charlotte, The Salvation Army’s young professionals network, for an evening of connection and purpose. This relaxed social event brings together young adults from across Charlotte who are passionate about community, leadership, and service.

Whether you’re new to the city or simply looking to get more involved, this is a great opportunity to meet like-minded professionals, learn about volunteer opportunities, and discover how you can make a lasting impact through The Salvation Army.

All are welcome!

Join WFAE on December 9 at Lenoir-Rhyne University as we celebrate 30 years of serving the Hickory area. 

The evening, which starts at 5:30 p.m., will include:

• A reception during which you can meet WFAE staff and board members
• A special taping of our "Charlotte Talks" morning show
• Remarks from Hickory area leaders and WFAE staff
• A Q&A with "Charlotte Talks" host Mike Collins

The event is free, but registration is required. We are asking that when you register, you consider making a donation in honor of our 30th anniversary. Email questions to events@wfae.org.

Facilitator: Calista Phair

Scaling requires people — but not just any people. In this session, you will learn how to identify your hiring needs, craft job descriptions that attract the right candidates, and match talent to roles that strengthen your team. Discover how to build a culture that retains great employees and supports long-term growth.
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This is part of a six-session series (five virtual and one in-person) is designed to help business owners reach the next stage of business growth. If you have customers, revenue, and a desire to grow — this is What’s Next!

Hosted by the Business Diversity and Inclusion division of Mecklenburg County’s Office of Economic Development.

Disclaimer: You are participating in a public event sponsored by Mecklenburg County, where pictures will be taken. The County reserves the right to use any photograph or video taken at any event sponsored by the County to support Mecklenburg County business and services. By participating, you agree that any picture or likeness taken of you during the event may be used at the discretion of the County for that purpose.

Facilitator: Janelly Rosales

Every scaling journey requires resources. This session will show you how to monitor and interpret the financial health of your business, while exploring funding options to support expansion. Whether you’re considering loans, investors, or alternative financing, you will gain clarity on how to fund your growth wisely.

The International Holiday Bazaar is an award-winning annual fundraiser hosted by Wedgewood Church: A Social Justice Community for Refugee Support Services, celebrating global culture, community, and compassion. Recently recognized as “Best Event for a Good Cause” in Queen City Nerve’s 2025 Best in the Nest Awards, and with Wedgewood also honored as “Best Church”, the Bazaar continues to grow as one of Charlotte’s most meaningful holiday traditions. Featuring artisans from around the world, the event offers meaningful holiday shopping where every purchase supports refugee resettlement and community programs in Charlotte.​

What to Expect
- Shop for beautiful, handcrafted holiday gifts
- Enjoy cultural performances and festive music
- Snack on treats from around the world
- Connect with local refugees and support a great cause

Why It Matters
All proceeds from this event benefit Refugee Support Services, helping fund programs that empower and uplift refugee families right here in Charlotte.

Free Admission - Everyone is Welcome!

Bring your friends and family, shop for meaningful holiday gifts, and celebrate the season while making a difference in the lives of our newest neighbors.

Join us for a free screening of Charlotte Seven, a powerful documentary following Rev. Dr. Julia Robinson Moore and community leaders as they restore dignity to forgotten African American burial grounds in Charlotte. This 25-minute film reveals how honoring the past can heal the present and help us build a better future together.

Filmed over four years as part of the Pathways For Peace Project, Charlotte Seven highlights the hidden legacies of historic Charlotte churches. The screening will be followed by a live Q&A panel and community reflection.

All are welcome. Bring a friend.

Date: Thursday, December 4, 2025
Time: 7:00–8:30 p.m. (doors open at 7:00)
Location: Providence Presbyterian Church
Cost: Free (RSVP requested)
RSVP: https://givebutter.com/charlotteseven
Light refreshments provided.

Born into a family of sharecroppers, Elizabeth Coleman’s life took root in the field but ascended to unbelievable heights in the sky. One of 13 siblings, Bessie weathered segregation, racism, and financial barriers before cementing her place as a pioneer in the field of aviation. Far above the clouds, where “the air is the only place free from prejudice,” she blazed a path as Queen Bess, the first African-American woman and first woman of Native-American descent to hold a pilot’s license.

One-Act, approx. 60 min. | For ages 9+

Show Dates and Times:
Sat, Nov 15: 11 AM & 3 PM
Sun, Nov 16: 2 & 4 PM

This is a 5K, Kid's Fun Run, and Festival to create awareness for mental health. A fun and empowering event for all ages and abilities.  Enjoy delicious food, small business vendors, engage and explore mental health and well-being resources all while creating awareness for mental health. 

SHC's Warm Soles Night Walk offers an inspiring opportunity to step into the shoes of our neighbors experiencing homelessness. Guests will immerse themselves in an evening filled with real stories and a powerful mission moment that will leave you feeling moved and motivated. Register to walk, make a donation, and help create lasting change—one step at a time

Chefs of Charlotte brings the area’s top chefs together for an evening to offer their signature cuisine to a limited number of guests in an intimate and exclusive setting. Each chef, designing their own menu and table setting, prepares a five-course dinner, complete with complimentary wines for one table of 10 guests. Please join us for an exquisite evening of fine dining while you support affordable housing and supportive services for Charlotte’s most vulnerable neighbors.