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Charlotte Writers Club presents Open Mic Night! There are 12 sign up slots for readers, however, there is a waitlist for the day of and we encourage anyone who is interested to come and bring something to read in case there is there is time. Readers must read their original work and will have 7 minutes to read.

To read, please register at: Charlotte Writers Club/Events

This event is FREE to attend, though we request that everyone please purchase something to support our partner, Mugs Coffee.

Myers Park Presbyterian Church is partnering with RAWtools South to host an anonymous, drive-through firearm safe surrender event for the Charlotte community. This a non-political, community-driven approach focused on neighborhood safety and tool transformation.

Community members may safely and anonymously donate unwanted firearms without leaving their vehicle. Firearms will be dismantled in real time and later transformed by skilled blacksmiths into garden tools, art, and jewelry.

The event includes an anonymous, drive-thru disposal on May 30 and a new free, family friendly "Blacksmith Demo Day" on May 31.

For the Blacksmith Demo Day, attendees will have the opportunity to gather together, share stories, enjoy refreshments, and witness the transformation of an unwanted firearm into a garden tool through live blacksmithing.

This meaningful experience highlights healing, restoration, and community connection by turning something once intended to harm into something that nurtures life.

https://www.gunstogardensclt.org/

Join Kevin Watson of Press 53 and Patricia Thompson of Redhawk Publications for an engaging and informative conversation on The Fine Points of Small-Press Publishing in the 21st Century. Drawing on years of industry experience, these seasoned publishing professionals will discuss what they look for in a manuscript, common red flags that can halt a project before it begins, and what happens once a manuscript is accepted. Learn about the editorial process, expectations placed on authors, and how small publishers and writers collaborate to shape and promote a successful book. This session will offer practical insights into how North Carolina publishers help authors navigate today’s literary landscape, from submission to release, promotion to public appearances.

To attend, please register at: [https://charlottewritersclub.org/events/](General Meeting)

Charlotte Writers Club presents Open Mic Night! There are 12 sign up slots for readers, however, there is a waitlist for the day of and we encourage anyone who is interested to come and bring something to read in case there is there is time. Readers must read their original work and will have 7 minutes to read.

To read, please register at: Charlotte Writers Club/Events
This event is FREE to attend, though we request that everyone please purchase something to support our partner, Mugs Coffee.

The Charlotte Chamber Choir's upcoming concert Coro Accompagnato: An Afternoon of Accompanied Choral Music explores the rich possibilities that emerge when voices and instruments join together. The program highlights how accompaniment has been used to enhance the emotional and artistic depth of choral music through the centuries, uniting works by Shawn Kirchner, Jake Runestad, Elaine Hagenberg and more with beloved classics by Felix Mendelssohn and Johannes Brahms.

From moments of quiet reflection to surges of radiant energy, seasoned audience members and newcomers alike are invited to listen closely and experience the myriad ways accompaniment can uplift, sculpt, and illuminate the choral sound.

Concerts take place Saturday, June 6 at Christ Episcopal Church and Sunday, June 7 at St. John's Episcopal Church, both at 3:30 PM. Tickets are available at the door or in advance at https://www.charlottechamberchoir.com/calendar - $20 General Admission, with $5 tickets available for students.

For more information, please visit https://www.charlottechamberchoir.com or contact us at charlottechamberchoir@gmail.com.

Take a woodland hike on The Schiele Museum's Nature Trail with a llama or alpaca friend. An experienced handler will accompany your group on a 1/2-mile walk as you learn about the habits of alpacas and llamas and their special partnerships with people.

This experience includes photo opportunities and hands-on interaction. Maximum 4 hikers per 30-minute session. Advance tickets are required.

Experience the extremes of science this summer during an interactive science show for all ages! Watch as hot and cold collide in thrilling demonstrations featuring temperature, reactions, and surprising transformations. Fire & Ice is a COOL way to beat the HEAT! Shows presented on Friday, June 26, and Saturday, July 25 at 1 PM & 2 PM. $3 with the purchase of museum admission

It's time to celebrate the 12th Annual Charlotte Family Festival & Walk for Bleeding Disorders! As part of our largest fundraiser, the Bleeding Disorders Foundation of North Carolina (BDFNC) is raising $65,0000 for the bleeding disorders community. One-hundred percent of all the money raised goes directly back to support people affected by bleeding disorders in North Carolina through: financial assistance, medical IDs, scholarships, travel grants, educational programs, support groups, camps for children with bleeding disorders, and support to research for better treatments and cures for bleeding disorders. The Family Festival & Walk includes a walk on a beautiful greenway in Pineville Lake Park and a festival component including live entertainment, food and drinks, games and more.

Be a part of our region’s largest celebration of trails and the outdoors! Hike, bike, paddle and play along the Carolina Thread Trail on National Trails Day. On Saturday, June 6, Carolina Thread Trail is spreading the National Trails Day fun across the region with five guided outdoor programs along the Thread Trail. Hiking, biking or paddling...pick your adventure and join in for a day of family-friendly fun outdoors in nature. Registration required. More info and registration at carolinathreadtrail.org/ntd.
Sponsored by Towne Bank

Step into your power. Strike a pose. Own your spotlight.

My Strongest Suit is coming to the stage June 19 & 20 at First United Methodist Church — and this is the show everyone will be talking about.

Bold. Dazzling. Unapologetic.
This concert is a high-energy celebration of confidence, courage, and showing up exactly as you are. From powerhouse anthems to heartfelt ballads, from fierce harmonies to moments that will stop you in your tracks, My Strongest Suit is all about discovering what makes us shine — and wearing it proudly.

Expect dynamic vocals, electric stage presence, and the kind of musical storytelling that lifts you out of your seat and leaves you buzzing long after the final note. Whether it’s strength found in community, resilience forged through challenge, or the simple joy of stepping fully into yourself, this is a night of music that hits home.

Three chances to catch the magic:
✨ Friday, June 19 at 7:30 PM
✨ Saturday, June 20 at 3:00 PM
✨ Saturday, June 20 at 7:30 PM

Gather your friends. Dress boldly. Come ready to be inspired.

Because when we step into our strongest suit — there’s no stopping us.

We’re excited to share that, following recent upgrades and repairs, this concert returns HOME to the Galilee Center!

📍 Galilee Center
3601 Central Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28205

Join us Saturday, June 13 for one of our favorite weekends of the year, featuring 20 incredible artists working in ceramic, glass, wood, metal, and fiber. This curated invitational is your chance to meet talented makers, shop one-of-a-kind handmade work, and experience craft up close.

NEW this year: live artist demonstrations throughout the day!
• 10am Live Glassblowing
• 12pm Ceramics Demonstration
• 2pm Flameworking Demonstration

Main Event: Saturday, June 13 | 9am–4pm
Preview Reception: Friday, June 12 | 6–8pm

More info and tickets at StarworksNC.org/craft

The Center for Digital Equity (CDE) and ReConnex are partnering to help Mecklenburg County residents get their devices repaired for free. Advance registration required! You must receive an email/text confirmation from CDE before attending.

Devices ReConnex can repair:
• Android phones & tablets
• Windows & Apple laptops
• iPhones (Models 10–14)
• iPads
• Kindles

Details:

• Limit: One device per person
• After signing up, a Digital Navigator from CDE will contact you to confirm your device is eligible and the repair is possible.
• You must receive email or text confirmation from CDE before visiting ReConnex.
• Once confirmed, you’ll get a code and can drop off your device any time during the week of June 15—no appointment needed.

Sign up using the Device Repair Interest Form to request a device repair. Help us understand the community’s device repair needs and get your tech back in working order!

🧀 Mac & Cheese Throwdown – For a Cause!

Think your mac has what it takes to melt the competition?

Join us for a delicious, cheese-filled showdown at Pilot Brewing — and help support a great cause while you’re at it!

This year’s Mac & Cheese Competition benefits Good Soles, a Charlotte-based nonprofit providing steel-toed boots and non-slip shoes for those transitioning out of homelessness and into the workforce.


🔥 Your $20 ticket includes:

✅ Unlimited mac & cheese samples

✅ A vote for your favorite

✅ A good deed — $10 from every ticket goes directly to Good Soles

📅 Date: Saturday, June 27th · 2-4PM

📍 Location: Pilot Brewing

🎟️ Tickets: $20 (21+ only)


🧀 Want to compete? DM us or email rachael@pilotbrewing.us — limited spots available!

Eat good. Do good. Vote with your fork. 💛


Secure Your Ticket While Spots Last!

ADOPTION EVENT ALERT 🐾

Kal’s Pals Animal Rescue is heading back to Pilot Brewing on Saturday, June 20th from 5–8PM with some adorable pups looking for their forever homes.

Come hang out, grab a beer, and meet adoptable dogs from Kal’s Pals during this special adoption meet & greet event at the taproom!

Whether you’re looking to adopt, foster, or just give some dogs extra love and attention, we’d love to see you there.

Pilot Brewing · Plaza Midwood

Saturday, June 20th, 5–8PM

No on-site adoptions — just a chance to meet some amazing dogs and connect with the rescue team!

Dive into adventure with our NEW IMMOTION VR Experience: Shark Dive, launching May 22nd at CSC!

Get up close with the incredible sharks of Tiger Beach in this thrilling, immersive underwater experience. No wetsuit required.

I-77 SOUTH EXPRESS LANES PROJECT COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SESSIONS
Join other community members for a session with the four shortlisted developers and provide your feedback on design, community benefits and other aspects of what you want to see in your community.
Upcoming meetings:
Tuesday, May 12 Developer Listening Session with Community (1 of 3) 5:30 PM | TMC: 2327 Tipton Drive RSVP 
Wednesday, May 13 Developer Listening Session with Community (2 of 3) 8:00 AM | CMGC: Room 267, 600 E 4th Street RSVP 
Wednesday, May 13 Developer Listening Session with Community (3 of 3) 5:30 PM | TMC: 2327 Tipton Drive  
Other opportunities to Engage:
Tuesday, May 19 Reconnecting the Corridor Summit 5:30 PM | Friendship Missionary Baptist Church: 3400 Beatties Ford Road RSVP 
Wednesday, May 20 Reconnecting the Corridor Summit 1:00 PM RSVP & 5:30 PM RSVP | Friendship Missionary Baptist Church: 3400 Beatties Ford Road  
Tuesday, May 26 Map Deep Dive (Morehead, 5th Street, Brookshire) 6:00 PM | Virtual RSVP

Bernard is planning a romantic weekend with his chic mistress in his charming converted farmhouse, whilst his wife, Jacqueline, is away. He has arranged for a cook to prepare gourmet delights, and has invited his best friend, Robert, along to provide the alibi. What could possibly go wrong? Everything! Robert is confused by his role, Jacqueline has her own secret lover and decides not to leave, the cook has to pretend to be the mistress and the mistress can’t cook. An evening of hilarious confusion ensues as Bernard and Robert improvise at breakneck speed. Full of mistaken identities and rapid-fire dialogue, Don’t Dress for Dinner is a riotous farce seasoned with unexpected twists.

Learn about lasagna gardening and composting with Clemson Cooperative Extension Agent Abigail Taylor.

Tools and materials will be provided for all activities, but participants are welcome to bring their own small hand tools such as gloves, trowels, clippers if they prefer.

Please direct any questions or comments regarding the series to program organizer and facilitator Professor Claudia Y. Heinemann-Priest at chpriest@mailbox.sc.edu.

Free and open to the public; reservations are strongly encouraged. To register, contact us at (803) 313-7172 or email usclnasp@mailbox.sc.edu.

Get ready for a night of trivia, laughs, and local pride!


Grab your friends and bring your A-game to WFAE’s Trivia Night at Drift on Lake Wylie! You’ll take on three exciting rounds of questions focused on news and current events, all while enjoying great company and a lively atmosphere.



🎧 Want a leg up? Tuning in to WFAE ahead of time might just give you the edge you need.



Each attendee will receive two drink tickets and enjoy a selection of hors d’oeuvres throughout the evening.



Registration is limited and required, and teams are capped at 4 people—so don’t wait to sign up!



EVENT DETAILS:

📅 Thursday, May 7, 2026

🕕 6:00 p.m. – Registration opens

🕖 7:00 p.m. – Quiz rounds start



Support for this event comes from WFAE members.

Join us on Wednesday, April 29th for the 10th Annual Stop Food Waste Day celebration! This afternoon community event will celebrate the people, ideas, and innovations helping to reduce food waste and build a better food system. Bringing together leaders from across food, agriculture, hospitality, business, nonprofits, and local communities, the program will highlight real solutions that keep good food in our kitchens and communities instead of landfills. The program will also feature youth storytellers and producers sharing how the next generation is helping lead the movement to reduce food waste.

Join us for live music, important conversations, delicious food, and interactive experiences throughout Innovation Barn. You won't want to miss this incredible day!

Event page here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/join-us-in-charlotte-for-the-10th-annual-stop-food-waste-day-celebration-tickets-1984822191605?aff=oddtdtcreator To register, email Kenzie@FoodTank.com