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A member of the North Carolina Sports Association has sent a letter to state lawmakers with this warning, North Carolina is on the brink of losing out on…

Tuesday, February 27, 2018We are in a unique moment: Many of Charlotte’s top leaders are African-American. We talk with some of them - Mayor Vi Lyles,…

Major League Soccer has wrapped up its regular season. Charlotte FC finished fourth in the Eastern Conference and last weekend beat the league’s best team — Philadelphia — to secure home-field advantage in the first round of the playoffs. The Crown will go into that game without one of its best players and will call on younger players to step up. A look at what to expect, this team’s importance to Charlotte and more.

The Leaders in Action Lecture Series provides the McColl School of Business and Queens University’s campus community with an opportunity to interact with and be exposed to a variety of leaders with varying leadership styles and experiences. The lecture events are hosted in an intimate setting where the audience can ask questions and hear personal and professional leadership experiences from our guests.
The lecture begins at 6:00pm and a networking reception will immediately follow each lecture.
Contact, Jane Williams, williamj@queens.edu to learn more.

Join author Pam Kelley and others in conversation about North Carolina Humanities's North Carolina Reads April book selection, "Money Rock: A Family’s Story of Cocaine, Race, and Ambition in the New South." The book tells the story of a striving African American family in Charlotte, swept up and transformed by the 1980s cocaine epidemic. The panel will discuss themes from the book including racism, segregation, the War on Drugs and mass incarceration.

An hour-long, pre-event reception and book signing begins at 6:00 p.m.; light food and beverage will be served. The program begins at 7:00 p.m. and will end with an audience Q+A.

Can't make it in person? The event will be live streamed on the North Carolina Humanities YouTube channel starting at 7:00 p.m. Visit: youtube.com/NCHumanities_ (Those watching on YouTube do not need to register.)

You’re invited to the May 30, 2023 gathering of The Forum featuring Federico Rios!

Federico is the newly appointed Senior Vice President of the Robinson Center for Civic Leadership at the Foundation For The Carolinas where he is charged with addressing Charlotte's greatest challenges and capitalizing on the region's most impactful opportunities. Federico will share his personal story, questions on his mind in his new role, his view of community, what he sees happening in neighborhoods that may lead to significant consequences to the city, and his hopes for the future.

Connect. Consider. Ignite. The program runs from 6:15 PM to 8:00 PM including time for conversation, connections, and Q&A.

Participate in the important questions of our time. The Forum is a conversation and speaker series that brings people together to explore challenges and opportunities that affect human flourishing through the lens of the humanities and civic imagination.

Every Monday this October, get moving on the SouthPark Loop with a free community workout led by local fitness partners made possible by Primary Spine Institute.

See the lineup:
* October 7 - Work on functional fitness and boxing skills with trainers from RockBox Fitness
* October 14 - Stretch, move, and shake it out with a yoga, barre, HIIT, and dance workout from StudioFire Fitness
* October 21 - Learn the fundamentals of Tango and join neighbors for a community dance session led by Tango Charlotte
* October 28 - Test your strength, and endurance with a HIIT workout led by Hustle House SouthPark

Details:
* Hosted at the Loop segment at The Colony Apartments
* Event begins at 5:30pm, workout from 5:45-6:30pm
* Water provided by Coca-Cola Consolidated
* Free to attend, registration is required

On Friday, October 25, 2024, companies, artists, opera lovers, and professionals will come together to celebrate World Opera Day, honoring the art form and its rich legacy.

This day marks the birthday of Georges Bizet, composer of the beloved opera Carmen, which deeply influenced the life and legacy of Madame Mary Cardwell Dawson, founder of the National Negro Opera Company.

Mary Cardwell Dawson’s story is currently featured in an exhibit titled “Open Wide the Door” at the Charlotte Museum of History.

On Friday, October 25, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., we will honor the past, celebrate the present, and inspire future generations with an evening of music and discovery.

Join us for an immersive experience featuring Charlotte’s vocal and classical music community as you tour the museum.

Join us as we nourish not only our spirits but also our spiritual appetites. Let's make memories over dumplings, noodles, and plenty of good vibes! Every third Thursday of the month 5:30-6:30 PM

Gather with fellow Unity members and our co-ministers, Rev. Lisa and Jim, at the Jade Dragon Chinese Restaurant, where theology meets tradition over plates of delicious Chinese cuisine.

Settle into the warm ambiance of the Jade Dragon as we share thoughtful conversations, hearty laughs, and meaningful moments together. All are welcome to join us!

Whether you're exploring big questions about life and faith or simply looking to connect over shared stories, this gathering promises an evening filled with camaraderie, connection, and culinary delight. Enjoy the comfort of good food, good friends, and the joy of deep discussions in a relaxed atmosphere.

The figure of Krampus originally comes – like many other demonic figures of the Alpine region – from pre-Christian times, while his milder counterpart, Knecht Rupprecht, is the assistant of Saint Nicholas, who in the traditions of the northern and central German-speaking area comes on the eve of December 6th. Both serve as corrective figures that accompany Saint Nicholas. As he deals out treats, they deal out coals and rod beatings for naughty children.

This presentation by Claudia Heinemann-Priest, USC Lancaster Instructor of English, Catawba, and Native American Literature, will delve into the myths and legends of the Krampus/Knecht Rupprecht and similar figures.

Presented in person and virtually. To attend via Zoom, register via this link: https://bit.ly/4dmOlUG

Join us on December 6 for a cozy morning filled with holiday-themed activities! Designed specifically for curious minds aged 0-5, this event will spark their curiosity as they learn about the history behind winter holidays. Children will enjoy making crafts that are perfect for keeping or giving as gifts, including:

Suncatchers, representing the importance of light in Hannukah
Bracelets, exploring what the colors of Kwanzaa mean
Handprint ornaments, perfect for Christmas trees

Perfect for families looking to connect, learn, make new holiday memories together. Admission is free!

Bring your little explorers to enjoy festive holiday cheer, then stop by the Humane Society’s adoption center, cat café, and retail center, which opens at 11 a.m.

Dig In! Little Explorers is designed especially for curious minds ages 0-5 and is a playful and engaging early learning program that introduces young children to the wonders of history through storytelling, music, hands-on activities, and imaginative play.

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.

The long ball is back. Major League Baseball players broke the single season record for home runs. But, how did this happen? And do we have to start wondering about steroids again?

Tuesday's contests offer 352 delegates among six states. Michigan is the biggest prize, and it could be another pivot point in this Democratic primary.

The IMF's new loan to Ukraine will be its first to a country at war. NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Scheherazade Rehman, professor at George Washington University, about the agreement's significance.

With two outsize white bows in her hair, 6-year-old Heavenly Joy brought the house down at the Republican National Convention in Cleveland Thursday night.

Sunday's attack brought the death toll to at least 157 people since the Trump administration began targeting alleged drug-smuggling vessels, in early September.

The U.S. government delivers 50 American-made ventilators on Thursday and will send another 150 next week.