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Health and Equity in the Historic West End Green District: Benefits of Community-Led Green Infrastructure
Speaker: Daisha Williams, Environmental Justice Manager, Clean AIRE NC

Like many cities in North Carolina, Charlotte harbors a deep, well-documented economic and racial divide. As a result, Historic West End (HWE) residents live in a “crescent” around the center city affected by aging housing stock, high energy burdens, proximity to major roads and industry, elevated rates of illness, and other factors leading to the community being especially vulnerable to the effects of air pollution and climate change.
To address these challenges, the HWE Green District is a partnership between Clean AIRE NC and residents with the shared goal of developing and implementing initiatives designed to reduce air pollution, improve health, and address climate-related challenges. In this session Environmental Justice Manager, Daisha Williams will discuss the challenges and benefits of building a healthy, empowered, and climate-resilient community.
This session will be presented live online. Registrants will receive the link to join on the day of the program.

Join artist Marcus Dunn (Pee Dee Indian Tribe) for live performances of traditional social song and dance, and a discussion of his artwork in the exhibit, “Humor, Parody, and Satire II: Popular Culture and Native American Art.”

The talk will be held virtually and in person.

To attend the lecture in person, please call (803) 313-7172 or email usclnasp@mailbox.sc.edu to reserve your spot.

To attend via Zoom, register via this link: https://bit.ly/3RxvJXa

Following 5 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. showings of “Reservation Dogs” and “Rutherford Falls,” Catawba artists Beckee Garris, Roo George-Warren, Alex Osborn, and Sharon Simmers-Norton discuss Indigenous representation in the popular programs.

Presented in conjunction with ENGL 101 4B.

Program clips are presented in-person only. The discussion is presented in person and via Zoom.

To attend the lecture in person, please call (803) 313-7172 or email usclnasp@mailbox.sc.edu to reserve your spot.

To attend via Zoom, register via this link: https://bit.ly/3EkTNJR

Antique treasure hunters and resellers are invited to learn how to become the ultimate online reseller at a free workshop and treasure hunt on Oct. 25 hosted by WorthPoint and the Salvation Army.

The event will take place at The Salvation Army Charlotte Adult Rehabilitation Center beginning at 9 a.m. EDT. As part of the event, attendees go on a “Hunt for Charity” at 1:30 p.m. in the Salvation Army Warehouse for the item they believe will bring in the most money on eBay. The individual with the highest-selling find will win a grand prize from WorthPoint, and all eBay proceeds will be donated!

Attendees can learn how to research and turn a profit, identifying and selling fine art, suggested apps for easy selling, and more while networking. The event will also include a complimentary lunch.

The workshop will be presented by WorthPoint’s eBay expert seller, Eric Bradley. Eric has more than 25 years of experience buying, selling and collecting antiques, art and fine collectibles, in addition to writing or editing 12 reference books on the subject.

After the workshop, there will be an exclusive opportunity to shop for treasures in the Salvation Army store and experience the benefits of WorthPoint’s valuation tools.

WorthPoint is the world’s largest online resource for researching, valuing and preserving antiques, art and collectibles.

To learn more, go to https://www.worthpoint.com/page/treasurehunt. Space is limited!

The evening will feature the musical stylings of The Dwayne Jordan Party Vibez Band and a special live performance from comedian Tara Brown.

There will also be a raffle to help raise funds for the foundation. For more information about our work, visit www.chambers-mccain.org. We are a 501(c)3 non profit organization and proceeds will benefit our programming. A portion of your contribution is tax deductible.

We are looking forward to seeing you there!

Charlotte Premiere production of Sanctuary City by Martyna Majok, presented by Three Bone
Theatre. Directed by Caroline Bower. Starring Sarandon Shindon, Gus Zamudio, Grant Cunningham.

WINNER- Edgerton Foundation New Play Award
WINNER- 2022 Off Broadway Alliance Award, Best New Play
NOMINATED- 2022 Drama Desk Award, Outstanding Play
NOMINATED- 2022 Outer Critics Circle Award, Outstanding New Off-Broadway Play

DREAMers. Love(r)s. Life-long friends.

In post-9/11 Newark, NJ, two teenagers who were brought to America as children become one another’s sanctuaries from harsh circumstances. When G becomes naturalized, she and B hatch a plan to marry so that he may legally remain in the country and pursue the future he imagines for his life. But as time hurdles on and complications mount, the young friends find that this act challenges and fractures the closest relationship either has ever had. Negotiating the promise of safety and the weight of responsibility, they’ll fight like hell to establish a place for themselves and each other in America.
This show contains adult language and themes, recommended for ages 16+

Single Tickets and Flex Passes Available Now!
Advance Purchase Online: $25 inclusive of all taxes and fees
Night of Show at the Door: $30 inclusive of all taxes and fees
Students and Teachers: $15 inclusive of all taxes and fees
Discounted pricing available for groups of 10 or more, contact us at info@threebonetheatre.com to learn more

Mato Standing High (Rosebud Sioux Tribe), Barth Chief Eagle Robinson (Rosebud Sioux Tribe), and Bert Hesse of Wonderlore Studios discuss their media company’s new Native American gaming initiative.

The talk will be held virtually and in person.

To attend the lecture in person, please call (803) 313-7172 or email usclnasp@mailbox.sc.edu to reserve your spot.

To attend via Zoom, register via this link: https://bit.ly/3RMacKA

Artist Tom Farris (Otoe-Missouria-Cherokee) presents a live painting demonstration and discussion of his work from the “Humor, Parody, and Satire II: Popular Culture and Native American Art” exhibit on display now in the Center’s galleries.

The talk will be held virtually.

To attend via Zoom, register via this link: https://bit.ly/3CebeJk

Brent Learned (Cheyenne-Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma), artist behind the look of the new official music video for Redbone’s “Come and Get Your Love” and lead artist on the end credits artwork for the Hulu original film “Prey,” discusses his artwork in the exhibit, “Humor, Parody, and Satire II: Popular Culture and Native American Art.”

The talk will be held virtually and in person.

To attend the lecture in person, please call (803) 313-7172 or email usclnasp@mailbox.sc.edu to reserve your spot.

To attend via Zoom, register via this link: https://bit.ly/3V8Nyi7

Caroline Calouche & Co. is celebrating 10 years of producing Clara’s Trip: A Cirque & Dance Nutcracker Story. Clara’s Trip has quickly become a new holiday tradition for many in Charlotte. The show run will be at the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center’s Booth Playhouse on December 15 - 20.
Clara’s Trip is a contemporary twist on a holiday classic. Artistic Director Caroline Calouche performed The Nutcracker many times in her childhood and dreamed of inventing her version. For the past nine years, her adaptation has brought joy to audiences of all ages. Filled with athletic and high-energy dancing on the ground and in the air, the unique take on the classic story is the perfect holiday treat for your friends and family.
Calouche’s story begins with Clara, a beautiful young single woman, attending a holiday party hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Flowers. At the party, she meets Beau, who quickly sweeps her off her feet. Clara is a passionate dancer but not the most coordinated. She trips, falls, and is whisked off to the hospital to learn that her ankle is broken. Her friends cheer her up with some gifts that come to life in her dreams. High-flying feats and breathtaking performances follow in this memorable cirque & dance spin on the classic Nutcracker tale.

On Saturday, November 5, 2022, from 12:00pm – 8:00pm, Divine Barrel Brewing and Ken & Lee’s Crew will host Roastin’ for Research, a massive oyster roast event located in eclectic NoDa. We're eating like crazy to raise money for childhood cancer research. The event’s title sponsor this year is Credit Karma, and Hendrick Cars as its platinum sponsor. Roastin’ for Research is in our parking lot. Individuals will need to purchase a ticket to enjoy the endless food being served, but can join the party for free.

Attendees will enjoy amazing seafood, live music, a special small batch oyster stout beer release, raffles and a silent auction! Attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy all you can eat oysters, fried fish, chicken tenders, shrimp, hush puppies, French fries and slaw. There will be silent auctions happening throughout the day, as well as amazing raffle items. Divine Barrel Brewing will also be donating a portion of taproom sales from the event. All proceeds from the event will be donated to UNC Children’s Hospital.

Early bird ticket pricing for unlimited food ends on Saturday, October 22, 2022. Make sure to grab tickets today before they go up $10 in price!

COME SHOP THIS WELL-ATTENDED AND HIGHLY ANTICIPATED ANNUAL HOLIDAY SHOW FEATURING OVER 25 JURIED ARTISANS SHOWCASING AND SELLING ONE-OF-A-KIND HANDCRAFTED GIFTS OF GLASS, ORIGINAL PAINTINGS, JEWELRY, POTTERY, FIBER ARTS, WOODTURNING, CERAMICS, HAND-MILLED SOAPS, PHOTOGRAPHY AND WHIMSICAL SCULPTURES. THE CHARLOTTE ART COLLECTIVE HAS SUCCESSFULLY PRODUCED THIS SHOW FOR MORE THAN 20 YEARS AND IS NOT TO BE MISSED!

Brighter Day Community Choir of Charlotte is presenting a free concert on Sunday, November 6th, 2022, at 4 p.m., at University City United Methodist Church, 3835 W WT Harris Blvd, Charlotte, NC.

“Thankful. Grateful. Blessed.” will featuring song selections specifically curated to remind each of us of the importance of thankfulness, gratitude and appreciation for our blessings.

Writer, game designer, and journalist Chesley “Chez” Oxendine (Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina) discusses the role of Indigenous developers in bringing game stories to life, as well as the slowly increasing prominence of Native characters in gaming culture. He aims to discuss successful portrayals (such as Human Head’s “Prey”) and less accurate representation (the stereotypical Native characters in fighting games.) He also hopes to demonstrate that the gaming industry, and tech in general, can be a great pathway out of the poverty that many Natives face in their formative years - and that the industry needs more Indigenous voices.

This talk will be held virtually. To attend via Zoom, register at this link: https://bit.ly/3Sk6zwl

Movie and television (or should we say streaming) enthusiasts in 2022 are able to watch such Native-related programming such as “Rutherford Falls”, “Reservation Dogs,” or even watch the latest Predator film “Prey.” Disney is also currently working on Echo, a series starring a Native American and deaf actress. On social media, you might also be familiar with such accounts as Nathan Apodaca, Notorious Cree or be familiar with Indigenous hashtags from a wide range of Native content creators on TikTok, Twitter and Instagram.

The media world was not always this friendly to proper Indigenous representation. Vincent Schilling- an Akwesasne Mohawk journalist, public speaker and editor of Native Viewpoint- will explain the volatile road Indigenous people have had to traverse over the years in the media, film and television industry and discusses how the world still has a long way to go in pop culture in terms of Indigenous representation.
This talk will be held virtually.

To attend the noon program via Zoom, register via this link: https://bit.ly/3rly0tH

To attend the 7 p.m. program via Zoom, register via this link: https://bit.ly/3SOqjI7

Movie and television (or should we say streaming) enthusiasts in 2022 are able to watch such Native-related programming such as “Rutherford Falls”, “Reservation Dogs,” or even watch the latest Predator film “Prey.” Disney is also currently working on Echo, a series starring a Native American and deaf actress. On social media, you might also be familiar with such accounts as Nathan Apodaca, Notorious Cree or be familiar with Indigenous hashtags from a wide range of Native content creators on TikTok, Twitter and Instagram.

The media world was not always this friendly to proper Indigenous representation. Vincent Schilling- an Akwesasne Mohawk journalist, public speaker and editor of Native Viewpoint- will explain the volatile road Indigenous people have had to traverse over the years in the media, film and television industry and discusses how the world still has a long way to go in pop culture in terms of Indigenous representation.

This talk will be held virtually.

To attend the noon program via Zoom, register via this link: https://bit.ly/3rly0tH

To attend the 7 p.m. program via Zoom, register via this link: https://bit.ly/3SOqjI7

*Children's Show is a 1 hour condensed show.

Caroline Calouche & Co. is celebrating 10 years of producing Clara’s Trip: A Cirque & Dance Nutcracker Story. Clara’s Trip has quickly become a new holiday tradition for many in Charlotte. The show run will be at the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center’s Booth Playhouse on December 15 - 20.
Clara’s Trip is a contemporary twist on a holiday classic. Artistic Director Caroline Calouche performed The Nutcracker many times in her childhood and dreamed of inventing her version. For the past nine years, her adaptation has brought joy to audiences of all ages. Filled with athletic and high-energy dancing on the ground and in the air, the unique take on the classic story is the perfect holiday treat for your friends and family.
Calouche’s story begins with Clara, a beautiful young and single woman, attending a holiday party hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Flowers. At the party, she meets Beau, who quickly sweeps her off her feet. Clara is a passionate dancer but not the most coordinated. She trips, falls, and is whisked off to the hospital to learn that her ankle is broken. Her friends cheer her up with some gifts that come to life in her dreams. High-flying feats and breathtaking performances follow in this memorable cirque & dance spin on the classic Nutcracker tale.

*Children's Show is a 1 hour condensed show.

Caroline Calouche & Co. is celebrating 10 years of producing Clara’s Trip: A Cirque & Dance Nutcracker Story. Clara’s Trip has quickly become a new holiday tradition for many in Charlotte. The show run will be at the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center’s Booth Playhouse on December 15 - 20.
Clara’s Trip is a contemporary twist on a holiday classic. Artistic Director Caroline Calouche performed The Nutcracker many times in her childhood and dreamed of inventing her version. For the past nine years, her adaptation has brought joy to audiences of all ages. Filled with athletic and high-energy dancing on the ground and in the air, the unique take on the classic story is the perfect holiday treat for your friends and family.
Calouche’s story begins with Clara, a beautiful young and single woman, attending a holiday party hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Flowers. At the party, she meets Beau, who quickly sweeps her off her feet. Clara is a passionate dancer but not the most coordinated. She trips, falls, and is whisked off to the hospital to learn that her ankle is broken. Her friends cheer her up with some gifts that come to life in her dreams. High-flying feats and breathtaking performances follow in this memorable cirque & dance spin on the classic Nutcracker tale.

Caroline Calouche & Co. is celebrating 10 years of producing Clara’s Trip: A Cirque & Dance Nutcracker Story. Clara’s Trip has quickly become a new holiday tradition for many in Charlotte. The show run will be at the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center’s Booth Playhouse on December 15 - 20.
Clara’s Trip is a contemporary twist on a holiday classic. Artistic Director Caroline Calouche performed The Nutcracker many times in her childhood and dreamed of inventing her version. For the past nine years, her adaptation has brought joy to audiences of all ages. Filled with athletic and high-energy dancing on the ground and in the air, the unique take on the classic story is the perfect holiday treat for your friends and family.
Calouche’s story begins with Clara, a beautiful young and single woman, attending a holiday party hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Flowers. At the party, she meets Beau, who quickly sweeps her off her feet. Clara is a passionate dancer but not the most coordinated. She trips, falls, and is whisked off to the hospital to learn that her ankle is broken. Her friends cheer her up with some gifts that come to life in her dreams. High-flying feats and breathtaking performances follow in this memorable cirque & dance spin on the classic Nutcracker tale.


Visit our website to learn more about these phenomenal artists and the entire cast.

MORE ABOUT CAROLINE CALOUCHE & CO.
Caroline Calouche & Co. is Charlotte’s only dance and cirque company and school. Founded in 2006, CC&Co. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring people of diverse backgrounds to explore beyond their boundaries through performance and education. The Charlotte Cirque & Dance Center is the school of CC&Co. and is one of the premiere cirque and dance centers in the Southeast. CC&Co. encourages and inspires creativity, innovation and dedication, while training dancers to be expressive performers on the ground and in the air. For more information, visit carolinecalouche.org.

Caroline Calouche & Co. is celebrating 10 years of producing Clara’s Trip: A Cirque & Dance Nutcracker Story. Clara’s Trip has quickly become a new holiday tradition for many in Charlotte. The show run will be at the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center’s Booth Playhouse on December 15 - 20.
Clara’s Trip is a contemporary twist on a holiday classic. Artistic Director Caroline Calouche performed The Nutcracker many times in her childhood and dreamed of inventing her version. For the past nine years, her adaptation has brought joy to audiences of all ages. Filled with athletic and high-energy dancing on the ground and in the air, the unique take on the classic story is the perfect holiday treat for your friends and family.
Calouche’s story begins with Clara, a beautiful young and single woman, attending a holiday party hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Flowers. At the party, she meets Beau, who quickly sweeps her off her feet. Clara is a passionate dancer but not the most coordinated. She trips, falls, and is whisked off to the hospital to learn that her ankle is broken. Her friends cheer her up with some gifts that come to life in her dreams. High-flying feats and breathtaking performances follow in this memorable cirque & dance spin on the classic Nutcracker tale. Visit our website to learn more about the phenomenal artists in this year's cast.

**This performance is a condensed, one-hour children's show. A Relaxed Performance is where the ambience and theater ‘rules’ are relaxed. This performance is ideal for people with learning disabilities or anyone who would benefit from a more relaxed environment. Our relaxed performance will have the following:

● Sound-dampening headphones
● Fidget toys
● Calming Area in the lobbies
● Know Before You Go document that will include which scenes have loud music or abrupt lighting changes.
● Audience lights dimmed throughout the show