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Maui's economy took a huge hit from a drop-off in tourism after the fires. West Maui opened up to tourists in October, to mixed reaction in the community. What frictions and challenges still remain?

The frontman for Poison learned about his namesake after the Nebraska Humane Society shared a post about how the dog saved a rescue kitten's life with a blood donation. Michaels is adopting the dog.

Two years later, the report underscores that it's hard to know with complete certainty the extent of the Russian cyberattacks.

Join us for our Waverly Wine Walk on Thursday May 4th and Thursday May 11th from 6-8PM. Sip wine and shop your way through Waverly while enjoying specials, discounts and giveaways from our participating merchants.

Tickets cost $20 and all ticket sales will go towards the Humane Society of Charlotte and Claire's Army.

During Waverly Wine Walk, sip wine and shop your way through Waverly while enjoying specials, discounts and giveaways from our participating merchants.

Sip & Shop at:
+Urbane South
+Athleta
+Fab'rik
+Ivy & Leo
+Mainstream Boutique
+Scout & Molly's
+Leenie Rae Boutique

Grab a Bite at:
+Firehouse Subs - Complimentary samples + coupons
+The Porter's House (Thursday, May 11th only) - Appetizer specials
+Chuy's - Complimentary queso cards + koozies
+Bagel Boys - Specials + swag
+Foxcroft Wine Co.

Relax and Unwind at:
+Modern Salon & Spa - First 20 people will receive a swag bag. 1 lucky person will receive a $50 gift card.
+The Invigory - 50% off all CORE services + 25% off all IV services for first time customers
+The Lash Lounge (Thursday, May 11th only) - 25% off any lash extension that is booked during tonight's event/ Enter waffle to win a free set of lashes.
+Polished (Thursday, May 11th only) - Discount + swag bags

Purchase your ticket today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/waverly-wine-walk-tickets-615112637457

The Humane Society of Charlotte believes in working to improve our community by creating new, loving families, and building a world where there are no more homeless and unwanted animals.

Claire's Army eliminates daily stresses, eases parental burdens, and serves families who are fighting childhood cancer. Claire's Army provides claire packages, meal programs and emergency assistance (paying bills, travel needs, funeral expenses).

Celebrating 22 Magical Seasons of The Nutcracker—Returning to Our Hometown!

This holiday season, Piedmont Dance Theatre celebrates 22 years of bringing the magic of The Nutcracker to life, and we're especially excited to return to our hometown of Kannapolis after three years away. Sharing this cherished tradition once again with the families, friends, and community that have supported us from the start feels like coming home.

For more than two decades, The Nutcracker has been the heart of our holiday celebrations. This year's performances promise even more enchantment, with new costumes, fresh choreography, and Tchaikovsky's unforgettable score. Our dancers, many of whom began their journeys on the Kannapolis Performing Arts Center stage, are thrilled to be back, eager to share the festive spirit and joy that make this production so special.

Join us for our Kannapolis performance on Saturday, December 14, at 2:00 pm at the Kannapolis Performing Arts Center (415 Martin Luther King Jr Ave). If you’re unable to attend, we’d love to see you at Keppel Auditorium at Catawba College in Salisbury on Saturday, December 21, at 6:30 pm or Sunday, December 22, at 2:30 pm, featuring live orchestration by the Salisbury Symphony Orchestra, conducted by David Hagy.

We are thrilled to welcome four exceptional guest artists to our Salisbury cast this year. Taking on the role of Sugarplum Fairy is Yui Sugawara, Principal Dancer with Les Grands Ballets Canadiens, known for her exquisite technique and international accolades. Her Cavalier will be performed by Célestin Boutin, a principal dancer also with Les Grands Ballets Canadiens, celebrated for his diverse and powerful repertoire. Daryn Díaz, a current member of the Metropolitan Opera Ballet, will enchant as the Snow Queen, and Dylan Dias McIntyre, a seasoned dancer with Ballet Hispánico, will take the stage as the Snow King. We are honored to have such distinguished talent join us for this magical production.

Celebrate the magic of The Nutcracker with us this season as we reconnect with our roots and share this timeless holiday classic.

Tickets can be purchased at PiedmontDanceTheatre.com

Celebrating 22 Magical Seasons of The Nutcracker—Returning to Our Hometown!

This holiday season, Piedmont Dance Theatre celebrates 22 years of bringing the magic of The Nutcracker to life, and we're especially excited to return to our hometown of Kannapolis after three years away. Sharing this cherished tradition once again with the families, friends, and community that have supported us from the start feels like coming home.

For more than two decades, The Nutcracker has been the heart of our holiday celebrations. This year's performances promise even more enchantment, with new costumes, fresh choreography, and Tchaikovsky's unforgettable score. Our dancers, many of whom began their journeys on the Kannapolis Performing Arts Center stage, are thrilled to be back, eager to share the festive spirit and joy that make this production so special.

Join us for our Kannapolis performance on Saturday, December 14, at 2:00 pm at the Kannapolis Performing Arts Center (415 Martin Luther King Jr Ave). If you’re unable to attend, we’d love to see you at Keppel Auditorium at Catawba College in Salisbury on Saturday, December 21, at 6:30 pm or Sunday, December 22, at 2:30 pm, featuring live orchestration by the Salisbury Symphony Orchestra, conducted by David Hagy.

We are thrilled to welcome four exceptional guest artists to our Salisbury cast this year. Taking on the role of Sugarplum Fairy is Yui Sugawara, Principal Dancer with Les Grands Ballets Canadiens, known for her exquisite technique and international accolades. Her Cavalier will be performed by Célestin Boutin, a principal dancer also with Les Grands Ballets Canadiens, celebrated for his diverse and powerful repertoire. Daryn Díaz, a current member of the Metropolitan Opera Ballet, will enchant as the Snow Queen, and Dylan Dias McIntyre, a seasoned dancer with Ballet Hispánico, will take the stage as the Snow King. We are honored to have such distinguished talent join us for this magical production.

Celebrate the magic of The Nutcracker with us this season as we reconnect with our roots and share this timeless holiday classic.

Tickets can be purchased at PiedmontDanceTheatre.com

This build-a-band fundraiser puts adults in bands (all genders/ ages 21+). Each band will have one month to come up with 10 minutes of material to perform at an epic Battle of the Bands concert, all while raising funds to support a rad nonprofit that empowers allies and advocates through music and arts!

No instrument instruction is provided. Beginner to Advanced musicians are welcome!

Band Rehearsal space will be pre-determined. Each band must have a minimum of 4 rehearsals and rehearsal locations/dates/times will be coordinated with your band at the kick off event.

Participants will choose their own bands during the kickoff party with the following stipulations:

Each band must have:

1. We Rock Band Leader (one of our designated musician volunteers)
2. Drummer
3. Vocalist (they can also play an instrument at the same time)
4. Minimum of 2 Melody instruments
5. Minimum of 2 gender marginalized people: women, non-binary, or trans folks.


Bands will have their own crowdfunding page for WRC and share it with their circles while working on their set.

On December 6th, we will have our Battle of the Bands concert at Free Range Brewing in NoDa and determine the Rock Roulette winners!

There will be two prizes. One for the crowd favorite (determined by a decibel meter) and whoever raises the most money.

We Rock Charlotte (formerly Girls Rock Charlotte) is a nonprofit that empowers youth and builds community through music, arts, and advocacy. Our mission is empowering allies and advocates through music and arts. Our vision is to be an inclusive, nurturing, creative space that empowers all voices through music and arts in order to create a more just and equitable society. Programs include youth rock camps, stop motion animation workshops, and all ages shows that build confidence, creativity, and connection through self expression.

https://youtu.be/l9fzzL3cdxM

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, with the theme “With Survivors, Always.” Mecklenburg County is asking residents to lace up their walking shoes and join us as we highlight survivors, educate the community, and promote resources and hope for healing.

Held during October, Domestic Violence Awareness Month, this event brings together survivors, families, advocates, and community members to raise awareness, honor survivors, and remember those we've lost. This walk is a call to action: to break the silence, support healing, and create a future free from abuse.

This event highlights the power of grassroots leadership and community partnerships working together to drive change, provide support, and amplify the voices of those impacted by abuse. The walk is being organized by Shanté Cotton, a domestic violence survivor and advocate, in collaboration with Mecklenburg County Community Support Services’ Prevention & Intervention Division. Special guests and resource partners joining this year include:

County Commissioner Susan Rodriguez-McDowell (District 6)
Mecklenburg County Community Support Services/Prevention and Intervention Division
Safe Alliance
Legal Aid of North Carolina
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Domestic Violence Unit
Atrium Health’s Domestic Violence Healthcare Project and S.A.N.E. nurses
NC Courts Self-Serv Center
Hope For Humanity, Inc.
Basic Law Enforcement Training Police Cadets, and more...


Why We Walk
To raise awareness about the impact of domestic violence on individuals, families, and communities
To celebrate survivorhood and the strength of those who have experienced abuse
To honor victims who lost their lives to domestic violence
To promote prevention, early intervention, and access to support services
To stand in solidarity — because no one should walk alone in their healing


Event Schedule
🕐 Check-in Begins: 1:30 PM
Walk Begins: 2:30 PM
Post-Walk Celebration: Celebrate survivors, connect with local resources, and unite in community.

Wear purple to show your support!

Join the North Carolina Composting Council for our first Sustainable Spirits event in Charlotte on October 16th from 5:30-7:30pm at the Innovation Barn. Sustainable Spirits are unstructured, professional networking events for everyone interested in sustainability issues such as composting, environmental policy, healthy soils, environmental justice, climate resilience, renewable energy, resource conservation, civic engagement, the circular economy and more!



Sustainable Spirits are free to attend, but please rsvp in advance to help us prepare an appropriate amount of food.



Big thanks to Crown Town Compost for sponsoring and helping us host this event. Crown Town Compost is a member of the Innovation Barn -- Charlotte's Sustainability playground! Crown Town's Co-Owner David Valder will provide a tour of the Innovation Barn from 5:30-6pm, and then guests will meet in the bar area for appetizers provided by NCCC, with generous support from our sponsors.



Crown Town Compost is a community composter that focuses on hauling food scraps with a small composting operation on a regenerative farm. They currently serve 1800 customers in Charlotte, Davidson, and Belmont, North Carolina.



Thanks also to Sustainable Generation and Green My Team for sponsoring this event! Sustainable Generation is a recognized leader in composting innovation -- delivering proven, scalable systems that reduce emissions, protect water, and produce high-quality compost. With a mission rooted in climate resilience, Sustainable Generation empowers municipalities, private operators, and global partners to manage organic waste smartly and cleanly.



Green my Team is at the unique intersection of team building and sustainability.

They deliver innovative, play-based programs that help organizations build a stronger team while inspiring a lasting culture of green behavior change. A portion of their revenue proudly supports Green Camps, a nonprofit dedicated to youth camp sustainability.



Many thanks also to NCCC member HAPPY ROOTS for being the nonprofit partner for this event. HAPPY ROOTS is a 501c3 providing nature-based therapeutic and educational services to enhance wellness of the community and the environment.

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