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Recycling old bottles into new bottles is surprisingly complex. We visited a recycling plant and a bottle factory to see the whole process.

Friday, June 16, 2017A North Carolina congressman witnesses a colleague's shooting on a Virginia ball field. Budget numbers are flying at the city, county…

The NFL confirmed the Browns quarterback is being suspended for violating the league's personal conduct policy following accusations of sexual misconduct made against him by two dozen women in Texas.

The new BBC America show, written by author Tom Rob Smith, opens with a gay couple falling in love. Then one of them mysteriously disappears.

This virtual event, will honor World Mental Health Day with the theme “Creating Safe Spaces for Young Voices to Be Heard.” Building on the success of the 2023 Black Youth Wellness Summit and the rescheduled “Let’s Talk Youth Mental Health” event, this summit promises to offer a vital platform for young people to discuss their mental and emotional well-being.

The summit will engage participants aged 14-21 from a broad spectrum of racial, ethnic, and economic backgrounds in a dynamic and interactive dialogue. Experts in youth mental health, including a school-based practitioner, will be present to address questions and provide insights.

In North Carolina, the need for such a platform is particularly pressing. Recent data reveals that approximately 1 in 5 youth aged 12-17 experience a mental health disorder, while 30% of high school students report feeling persistently sad or hopeless. Alarmingly, North Carolina ranks 6th in the nation for youth suicide rates, underscoring the urgent need for accessible mental health resources and open dialogue.

The summit, held during a school day to accommodate students who face social and economic barriers, will see students from selected schools in designated rooms with their teachers or administrators. This approach ensures that students who might otherwise be unable to join the conversation have the opportunity to engage meaningfully. Several high schools have already committed to participating, and attendees are expected to join from surrounding counties, other states, and even internationally.

The Summit Will Provide:
A safe space for young people from diverse backgrounds to have their say – share what’s on their hearts and minds about their mental and emotional wellbeing
Open Forum / Q & A concerning what works and does not work to support youths and their families of diverse cultures though their journey of healing
Topics Include
Violence and Abuse
Grief and Loss
Self-Harm
Social Media
Pressure to Succeed
Nutrition and Mental Wellness
Youth Peer Support

Reports say the decision was already in the works before allegations surfaced over the weekend that lead actor Kevin Spacey had attempted to seduce a teenage actor in 1986.

The U.N. relief agency for Palestinian refugees in the Gaza Strip said its employees were among 18 people killed in an Israeli airstrike on a school. Israel said the school was being used by Hamas.

McColl Center Announces New Exhibition: “Liminal Divine”
The McColl Center and Artist Elizabeth Palmisano invite you to experience the Spring 2024 Exhibition Fellowship exhibition, “Liminal Divine.” This immersive exhibition features collaborative work including soundscapes, sculpture, ceramics, fiber, metalwork, live plants, photography, and videography.


Opening Reception:
Date: June 20, 2024
Time: 6-9pm
Location: McColl Center
Cost: Complimentary | $10 suggested donation

Family Day Interactive, Kid-Friendly Workshops:
Date: July 13, 2024
Time: 10am-6pm
Location: McColl Center
Cost: Complimentary | $10 suggested donation

Join us for an evening of connection and experience the art firsthand. This event is free, and tickets are available here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/exhibitions/event/liminaldivineopening/

About the Exhibition + Artists:

‘“Liminal Divine” explores the intersection of humanity, reverence, and connection. As a collective, we are united by examining what we hold sacred through diverse mediums and perspectives. Through collaborative dialogue and experimentation, we push the boundaries of our practices, fostering innovation and synergy.’
Charlotte artists Krystle Baller, Alicia Bell, day hixson, Amtah Naazim, Marcelle Vielot, and Gloria Zavaleta were brought together by curator and artist Elizabeth Palmisano at the request of McColl Center for this Exhibition Fellowship opportunity. This unique fellowship granted these seven exceptional artists access to the McColl Center Studios for a four-week immersive, collaborative journey. They used the time to explore what they hold sacred, the power of the magic in the mundane, and hidden complexities in the seemingly straightforward.


Exhibition Details:

Dates: June 20, 2024 - July 28, 2024
Hours: Fridays 12-6pm, Saturdays 10am - 6pm
Location: McColl Center, 721 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202
Admission: Complimentary | $10 suggested donation

For more information about the exhibition, please visit www.mccollcenter.org/events/liminal-divine-opening-reception or reach out via elizabeth@ellafaeart.com.

Media Contact:

Elizabeth Palmisano
elizabeth@ellafaeart.com

Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts will present its 6th Annual Haunted Trail, a spooky outdoor experience, October 25-27, 2024 behind the Matthews Community Center. This beloved community event is the largest fundraiser of the year for Matthews Playhouse, a nonprofit organization. Event organizers are promising new effects and even more chilling scenes for thrill-seekers.

In addition to the main trail, which is not for the faint of heart, a milder "Not So Spooky" version will be available for children ages 6 and up. Families can also enjoy a Halloween Fun Zone, which offers activities such as Trunk or Treat, face painting, crafts, a dance party, and more. Local food trucks will be available each evening beginning at 5:30 p.m. with a variety of food for purchase. Limited edition Haunted Trail and Matthews Playhouse merchandise and $1 Raffle Basket entry tickets will be available for purchase during the event.


The nightly schedule of Haunted Trail festivities for October 25-27, 2024, is as follows:


"Not So Spooky" Trail – 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Designed for children ages 6 and up, this kid-friendly version of the Haunted Trail offers a gentler experience. Admission is $10 per person and includes access to the Matthews Playhouse Halloween Fun Zone.


Halloween Fun Zone – 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Families are encouraged to come in costume and enjoy a Trunk-or-Treat, crafts, face painting, and more. Admission is $5 per child (ages 2-12) for the Fun Zone only, and does not include entry to the trail.


"Full Fright" Trail – 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
For those seeking a more intense experience, the trail transforms into the "Full Fright" version in the evening. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult, and parents are advised to use discretion when bringing younger children. Admission is $10 per person.

Tickets to the Haunted Trail can be purchased at the gate. Visit matthewsplayhouse.com/haunted-trail to learn more or call (704) 846-8343 and/or email contact@matthewsplayhouse.com for more information.

MI6 may be the world's most legendary secret service, but fiction and film can't uncover its actual history. For that, you need BBC security correspondent Gordon Corera and his new book, The Art of Betrayal: The Secret History of MI6.

On HBO's Game of Thrones spin-off, questions around several characters' lineage turn the show into one long episode of medieval Maury.

The Israeli military recovered the bodies of six hostages taken to Gaza in Hamas' Oct. 7 attack. Hamas says some captives have been killed and wounded in Israeli airstrikes.

Join us for an afternoon of fun featuring costume contest, games, prizes, performances, and more. Performances at 3 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.; Current students and ages 0-3 admitted free. Ages 4-6: $10; Ages 7+: $15

On Thursday, Ryan Kelley was charged with four misdemeanors related to the attack on the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. He's one of five candidates on the Republican primary ballot for governor.

An NPR investigation finds that a new Justice Department hire compared the Jan. 6 riot prosecutions to the Holocaust, promoted conspiracy theories and called for defendants to receive reparations.

Vance Honeycutt and Johnny Castagnozzi hit home runs in a seven-run first inning and No. 10 overall seed North Carolina cruised to a 19-8 victory over VCU in the Chapel Hill Regional, setting up a Monday showdown for a berth in the Super Regionals.

Kassie Yeung traveled from Los Angeles to Seoul to remove a lock from a popular tourist attraction, where lovers leave padlocks. She went with a pair of wire cutters to remove the lock.

Charlotte native DEVN has had a busy (musical) summer. The up-and-coming music producer not only appeared on a new hit with chart-topping North Carolina rapper Lute, he also debuted "St. Luke St.," an electrified hip-hop album named after his hometown street in West Charlotte.

Join us Saturday October 12, 2024, for the Denton Street Festival   from 9 am -6 pm                   
We will have food, crafts, and art vendors.                                                                                                    
Kid’s activities will include Ed’s Dinosaurs Live, The Amazin Blazin Firetruck and inflatables.                                                                                             
Local entertainment will be onstage from 9-11 AM.
The Whiskey Dan Band will be on stage from 3-6 PM.                                                                                                                   
Come out and enjoy great music and shopping.                       
Check out our Facebook page for updates as we add events and attractions https://www.facebook.com/Denton-Street-Festival-447093475690666/                                                   For information call 336-859-4231                                                                                                                                                                   
 Ed’s Dinosaurs Live          https://www.facebook.com/EdsDinosaursLive                                          
Amazin Blazin Firetruck  https://www.facebook.com/amazinblazinfiretruck
The Whiskey Dan Band   https://www.facebook.com/WhiskeyDanBand

This reception will take place November 6th 6-8pm.


UNC Charlotte Projective Eye Gallery presents, Miniature, Monumental, a diverse exhibition of artists exploring the psychological effects of miniature and monumental artworks on participants. The exhibition initiates the question, “in what ways does the scale of an artwork affect its viewers?” It draws inspiration from philosophies substantiated in Susan Stewart’s book, On Longing: Narratives of the Miniature, Gigantic, the Souvenir, and the Collection. Do large-scale works produce a sense of awe, as miniature works emit an intimate response in a spectator? Is the “miniature” a metaphor for interiority and the “gigantic” an exaggeration of aspects of the exterior? Does the increase or reduction in scale of the work affect the time and space relations of the everyday world? This exhibition offers an opportunity to explore such theories and more.


This exhibition runs October 31- January 14.