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Speaker: Abra Lee - Speaker, Writer, Horticulturist Black Americans have long laid out a cultural blueprint for garden design in their own personal spaces. In this conversation we will discuss these historic legacies and meet some influential people and the plants they used to beautify homes and communities. Please note: This program will not be recorded.

Artist Series: A Closer Look – Thursday, March 24, 7-9 p.m. A Closer Look Artist Series returns with CHD:WCK! and Eli Warren: two phenomenal artists from The Galleries' Texture exhibition.Listen and watch as they share behind-the-scenes stories, inspirations & artistic processes with you. Free and open to the public. Beer and wine available for purchase. Credit cards only. Masks required unless actively drinking. Let us know you're coming: https://forms.gle/LwuPH3XxmLPx7Pjp7 The Cabarrus Arts Council is located at 65 Union Street S in downtown Concord.

We Banjo 3 - Wednesday, April 28, 2022, 7:30 p.m. We Banjo 3 seamlessly converge the shared and varied traditions of Americana, Bluegrass, and Celtic music with pop-sensible songcraft to create a truly unique and gratifying signature sound. Brilliantly commanded instruments––banjo, fiddle, mandolin, guitar, and percussion––effortlessly elevate lead singer David Howley’s propulsive voice. Tickets: $39 at https://bit.ly/web3tix; Hotel sponsor Embassy Suites Concord; Cabarrus Arts Council, 65 Union Street South, downtown Concord.

Family Day - Saturday, May 21, 2022, 2021, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Join us for craft stations perfect for preschool/school age children and their families. Family Days are free and open to the public. English and Spanish speaking volunteers will help with crafts. Sponsored by Atrium Health. Cabarrus Arts Council, 65 Union Street South, downtown Concord. https://bit.ly/FamDayMay

Jake Blount - Friday, March 4, 2022, 8 p.m. Award-winning banjoist, fiddler, singer and scholar, Jake is a 2020 Strathmore Artist in Residence, a board member of Bluegrass Pride and a 2020 recipient of the Steve Martin Banjo Prize. Although he is proficient in multiple performance styles, he specializes in the music of Black and indigenous communities in the southeastern United States. Tickets: $30 at https://bit.ly/jakeblount Hotel sponsor Hilton Garden. Cabarrus Arts Council, 65 Union Street South, downtown Concord.


A Native American youth group from Washington state is visiting Charlotte! They will be sharing “Dancing Our Prayers” (DOP) at Avondale Presbyterian Church on Sunday, March 6, 2022 at 10 AM. This service is by a team of Native teens of the Yakama Nation who travel locally, regionally, and nationally sharing their culture, spirituality, and way of life. Youth and staff of the DOP program of Mending Wings will drum and dance in full regalia, perform drama, give testimony, and speak on conciliation issues between Native and non-Native America. The greater community is invited to attend, bringing an open heart and mind, to experience this spiritual time of learning. Registration/RSVP is requested. www.avondalepresbychurch.org/dop More info: avondalepresbychurch.org/dop

Eight years ago Charlotte ranked 50 out of 50 in an upward mobility study from Harvard University. This bleak outlook for Charlotte's poorest residents was a wake up call for city officials and community members.

"EQUALibrium: A Public Conversation on Race and Equity in Charlotte" looks at what's been done and what still needs to happen to achieve upward mobility.

Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles and others will discuss on Tuesday, March 8. This event is the first for WFAE's Race & Equity Team.

Confirmed panelists (subject to change):

• Sherri Chisholm, executive director of Leading on Opportunity
• Charis Blackmon, executive director of West Side Land Trust
• Vi Lyles, mayor of Charlotte
• Ely Portillo, assistant director of outreach & strategic partnerships at UNC Charlotte's Urban Institute
• Daniel Valdez, senior director of external affairs at Welcoming America
  

Moderator: Mary C. Curtis, a columnist for Roll Call and a senior leader with The OpEd Project

Join us as we host Stephanie Hurren, Director of HR, at the Charlotte Hornets and Queens alumni Donovan Marks, MBA '04, Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO) at Nucor Corporation, and Kim Blue, MSOD '18, Chief People Officer, at OpenExchange, Inc. for a informative discussion on the impact of the pandemic and the #newnormal on recruitment, retention and employee engagement. 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 5:30pm and a networking reception will immediately follow each lecture. Contact, Jane Williams, to learn more. Dial-In Information Please note instructions and a link to the virtual session will be emailed the week of the event.

Join us as we celebrate Black History Month with a talk from Adrienne Nirdé, the Associate Director of the North Carolina African American Heritage Commission (NCAAHC) on February 26th from 11am-Noon. Learn about NCAAHC’s work preserving, protecting, and promoting North Carolina’s African American history, art, and culture. Hear about their initiatives, cultural trails, and the impact they are making across the state.

Every bird counts! It’s time for the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC), a joint project of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and the National Audubon Society. Quietly stroll through the gardens or find a spot to sit and watch, counting birds and recording what you observe, which helps scientists in their study of birds. Volunteers from Wing Haven will be on hand providing guided walks, sharing educational information, and enjoying the count alongside you or your group. Recommended for everyone - children and adults, from bird novices to bird experts! Garden admission is FREE during the event - join us anytime 8 AM - 12 PM: - Friday, February 18* - Saturday, February 19* - Sunday, February 20 - Monday, February 21 * After 12 PM regular garden admission applies. Please register for this FREE event in advance.

Who’s ready for some trivia? Join Mooresville Public Library on FB Live at 7:00pm.

NC Works will be at the library on the first Tuesday of the month to assist patrons with resumes and job search questions, one-on-one from 2-4 in the Reference Department.

Write On! Is open to any adult who is interested in writing – all genres, all levels of skill. Led by local author Carrie Humphrey.

Each week we will pose a question to patrons to help create our “fill-in the heart” display.

Have you read one or more of this year's Community Read books? Join us for a lively discussion as we explore our collection of Taking Care of You themed books.

Join other teen cosplay fans who want to make items, explore, and learn about cosplay. Questions? Contact Megan Mosher at mmosher@mooresvillenc.gov

Teens, love to write? Join our teen writing group on the first Thursday of each month to build your writing skills and connect with other teen writers!

Children and families will be encouraged to experiment and explore the world of science by participating in simple experiments. Join each month to learn and explore the world around you! *Registration Required* Register online or call the library at 704-664-2927 to reserve your spot. All children attending the program must be registered individually, and there is a limit of one caretaker per child. We ask that you arrive 10 minutes early to claim your registration spot. Any spots that have been unclaimed 5 minutes before the program’s start time will be given to walk-in participants. Masks are encouraged.

Have fun listening to stories, singing songs, learning rhymes, and participating in movement activities that will enhance a love of books and introduce children to a world of imagination. This program is for ages 3-5 years old. Each Storytime will have age-appropriate activities to promote and extend literacy at home. *Registration Required* Register online or call the library at 704-664-2927 to reserve your spot. THIS PROGRAM WILL ALSO OCCUR AT 11:00AM All children attending the program must be registered individually, and there is a limit of one caretaker per child. We ask that families participate in one Storytime a week. We ask that you arrive 10 minutes early to claim your registration spot. Any spots that have been unclaimed 5 minutes before the program’s start time will be given to walk-in participants. Masks are encouraged.

*Registration Required* School age children will get to experiment and explore the world of Science, Math and Art by participating in simple experiments. Join us to learn and explore the world around you! All children attending the program must be registered individually, and there is a limit of one caretaker per child. We ask that families participate in one Storytime a week. We ask that you arrive 10 minutes early to claim your registration spot. Any spots that have been unclaimed 5 minutes before the program’s start time will be given to walk-in participants. Masks are encouraged.