Search results for

Every once in a while, NPR's go-to books guru sends host Steve Inskeep a big stack of books. They're generally "under-the-radar" reads — titles she thinks deserve a little more attention.

This week, Anne Tyler's new novel explores one man's rudderless existence, and Elizabeth Gilbert offers an older and wiser follow-up to Eat Pray Love.

The select committee has announced without explanation that the hearing scheduled for June 15 has been postponed. The next hearing will take place June 16.

Behind closed doors, former White House Counsel Pat Cipollone is expected to talk to the House Jan. 6 panel on Friday. He's considered a key witness to attempts to overturn the 2020 election.

The number worn by the 11-time champion, civil rights activist and Hall of Fame player and coach is being permanently retired by all 30 teams. Russell died July 31 at age 88.

Taylor James Johnatakis of Washington state was convicted of assaulting police on Jan. 6. Would he mobilize again if President Trump asked?

The OneBand is getting back together for another group concert on Tuesday, 4/18/23, starting at 6:30pm! Come out for this free show where a group of amazing musicians get together for a big concert for the first time together! It's an amazing night of community fun, and we'll even have StrudelTeig on-site serving dinner! Come be unusually lovely with us and our friends at Charlotte is Creative!

OneBand is turning one! Get over to DBB on Tuesday, 8/8/23, starting at 6:30pm to help celebrate with a night full of jamming, food, drink and fun! We can't thank our partners at Charlotte Is Creative & JamBox enough for a wonderful year of music, and we hope you'll keep partying with us into year two!

Watercolor Flowers with Luisana Hostos
DATE | Saturday, September 9, 2023

TIME | 10 AM - 2 PM

REGISTRATION DEADLINE | Wednesday, September 6, 2023

Learn how to create beautiful watercolor flowers. In this course we will explore color theory, fundamentals of drawing flowers and essential watercolor techniques you can use to create beautiful flower compositions.

SKILL LEVEL | Beginner to Intermediate

MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT | 12

February 24 – OneBlood Blood Drive – 1pm- 6pm! All donors will receive a complementary swag bag of goodies, including a $15 Duckworth’s gift card and $20 Visa gift card.
NOTE: Gift Cards will be offered to participants by the OneBlood representatives, not the restaurant.
Walk-ins are welcome, appointments are recommended. You can book now at https://www.oneblood.org/donate-now/scheduler.html?locationId=1462833

Do you have what it takes to knock out our 6- and 3-hour mountain bike endurance challenge? Grab a team or ride solo and complete as many laps as possible on our fast, flowy trails.

Feel the need for speed? Test your pace in our single-lap sprint!

In either event, compete for bragging rights, cool swag and shiny medals!

Join us for A New Day for Children luncheon at The Revelry North End on Wednesday, March 6th to raise awareness of the unique challenges facing children and how we can address them together. You will hear about how Council has changed lives and we will celebrate our partners who help us make real and lasting change for children in the greater Charlotte area.

Join in an evening of music and movement, spinning Afrobeat, Soca, Reggae, Afro-house, and other sounds provided by DJ Steel Wheel. Su Casa Afro-fusion Dance Party is founded and curated by Jasiatic Usher.

Music begins 6 PM, cash bar, and museum galleries open late.

Wednesday Night Live is presented by Bank of America.

A police officer defended the Capitol from violent rioters on Jan. 6. With President-elect Donald Trump poised to pardon the rioters, he now asks, "what did I risk my life for?"

District officials say the closure is necessary due to low enrollment and declining state funding.

It's been nearly a year of gathering information — via depositions, subpoenas, hearings, document dumps and court challenges — for the House select committee investigating the siege of the Capitol.

Opening Reception & Artist Talks : MARCH 5 Sunday 1-4pm.GUEST CURATED Exhibition: Feb. 8, 2023 – March 26, 2023
PRATIBIMB (means Reflection) : A Reflection of Indian Folk Art
Local artist and teacher, Gayathiri Selva is our GUEST CURATOR for this Exhibition of 6 forms of Traditional Folk Art from India, crafted by local artists!
She is bringing together a team of nine (9) local Artists who have studied these traditional methods, to showcase their work in Folk Art forms:
1.Tanjore Painting2.Madhubani
3.Kerala mural ( In canvas ,Fabric, vases)
4.Warli painting
5.Pichwai Painting
6.Lippan  Art
7.Pattachithra
8.Mandala Art
9.Kolam Art
Some of these Folk Art forms go back two thousand years!
The magic and Mysticism of India comes alive through these crafts, which have been passed down for Generations.
A 3D model of Peacock made from recycled Materials by Visual Artists from India association of Charlotte is Displayed in the Show.
A 3D model of Thanjavur Temple made from recycled Materials by Visual Artists from India association of Charlotte is Displayed in the Show.
This Show is a Reflection of the Ancient Folklore, Mythology and Culture.
Opening Reception & Artist Talks : MARCH 5 Sunday 1-4pm.
Click Here for event listing with images!

IDF Walk for Primary Immunodeficiency (PI), an initiative of the Immune Deficiency Foundation (IDF), has impacted the lives of individuals with PI. Since 2013, IDF Walk for PI has raised more than seven million dollars, all thanks to your help! Your donation ensures that IDF can continue to provide educational resources and programs at no cost, while leading patient-focused research, and advocating for legislative change for those with PI.

WHY YOUR PARTICIPATION MATTERS
Your support ensures that IDF can continue to:
• Provide educational resources and programs at no cost to individuals and families.
• Conduct critical patient-focused research.
• Lead the way in grassroots advocacy and fight to improve diagnosis and access to treatment.
• Bring together the entire PI community to remind them that they are not alone.

By inspiring with each step, you are creating better lives for those affected by PI.



PARKING: Complimentary parking, the Discovery Place Science Parking Deck is located at the corner of church and 6th street in Uptown Charlotte. The Museum entrance is located on 6th Street between Tryon Street and Church Street.

WHAT TO EXPECT:
Be ready to get excited and come together with the PI community, participate in a scavenger hunt through Discovery Place Science, and so much more. We'll have special buttons available for those diagnosed with primary immunodeficiency (PI) and their close supporters, and make sure to fundraise $125 to qualify to receive the Walk for PI incentive t-shirt.

Come out on Saturday, August 26th for a FUNdraiser supporting our friends at Inspiring Athletes & Academics (IAA)!
Here is a timeline of all the festivities happening this day:
• Event: Wing & Beer Pairing (courtesy of London D's Cafe)
-Buffalo: Kolsch Me If You Can
-BBQ: Pub Ale
-Garlic Parm: Alley Oop Southeastern IPA
-Lemon Pepper: Autopilot Pilsner
Event Time: 1-6pm
Ticket Price: $20 (20% of each ticket sold will be donated to IAA!)
Purchase: bit.ly/47eBaTQ
• Food Truck: London D's Cafe
-On-site from 1-6pm serving up mouthwatering chicken wings! Flavors include: buffalo London sauce (her sweet & spicy), lemon pepper, garlic parmesan, garlic honey and golden bbq. Walk-up customers are welcome!
• Event: Silent Art Auction/Raffle
-Time of Auction: 1-5pm (winners will be announced at 5pm!)
*Pilot will be donating a "Brewer for the Day" package for the Silent Auction so be sure to bid!
• Event: Back To School Supply Drive
-Help us support students at Northeast Middle School by donating supplies!
-For every 5 items donated, you will receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win a private dinner for two cooked in the comfort of their home by an executive chef
-People who purchase a wing & beer pairing event ticket will get a raffle ticket
-People who purchase art on the day of the event will get a raffle ticket
See you there!