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THE SEASONS BALLET A whirlwind tour through the four seasons featuring a cast of professional and youth dancers, beautiful costumes by Kris Yavelak, foam constructs by Drew Allison's Grey Seal Puppets, video backdrop by Joel Blackwelder and the gorgeous ballet score by Alexandre Glazunov. Running time: 40 minutes Sponsored by Culture Blocks, a community partnership funded by Mecklenburg County.

Meet more than 60 sculptors and see over 200 pieces of sculptural artwork in a one-day competition for $11,000 in cash awards, judged by Elizabeth Brim. Live music will fill this lovely lakeside garden park for the day, and we'll have free shuttles to area parking, children's art activities, food vendors, and more. Event runs 9am-4pm with all awards announced at 3:30pm.

Join Sustain Charlotte and our partners in the Neighbors For More Neighbors coalition on Wednesday, June 9th for Grow Smart CLT: Exploring the Charlotte Future 2040 Comprehensive Plan. We'll introduce you to this vision for the future of Charlotte and why it's so critical as the city grows.  Speakers so far include Charlotte Mayor Pro Tem Julie Eiselt, City Council Member Dimple Ajmera, City Council Member Larken Egleston, City Council Member Greg Phipps, City Council Member Braxton Winston and representatives from the United Way, Lakeview Neighborhood Alliance, the Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy, and Dream Key Partners! This will be our first in-person event at Victoria Yards, 408 N Tryon St. Resident Culture Brewing Company will be on-site selling your favorite beverages, and food trucks BIRD Pizzeria and Soul Miner's Garden Food Truck will be on-site as well. We will also have live music from Taylor Winchester. This is a free event, with a $10 donation request to help us cover expenses. Registration is required to monitor capacity. Register Now!

June 24, July 1, July 15, July 29 10:00 a.m. @ Liberty Park: Come and explore the world around us this summer. Bring a blanket or chair for your family to enjoy the program. Questions? Call the library at 704-663-1807.

Come join us for an afternoon of great cars and great live music. To participate in the car show, please go to the Village's website at https://www.ci.wesley-chapel.nc.us/ and print a registration form. In lieu of a registration fee, donations can be made to Semper Fi and America's Fund, an organization that supports combat wounded Veterans.

JOIN US FOR THE CHARLOTTE LUNGE FORWARD 5K RUN, WALK & CELEBRATION! FROM THE 5K RACE TO THE CELEBRATION RALLY, TO THE KID’S DASH, THIS YEAR’S EVENT WILL INCLUDE A VARIETY OF ACTIVITIES FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY. THE CHARLOTTE LUNGE FORWARD WILL BE A DAY OF CELEBRATION AND REMEMBRANCE, AS WELL AS A DAY TO TAKE ACTION AND PROVIDE HOPE TO THOSE IMPACTED BY LUNG CANCER. HOWEVER YOU CHOOSE TO PARTICIPATE, YOUR SUPPORT WILL MAKE AN IMPACT IN THE FIGHT AGAINST LUNG CANCER.

BALLET WORKSHOP/DEMONSTRATION Four gifted young ballet dancers join Martha in her private studio for a demonstration of classical ballet technique and solo variations from well-known ballets. Can be enjoyed by Children-Adult Running time: 50 minutes Sponsored by Culture Blocks, a community partnership funded by Mecklenburg County.

JazzArts Charlotte’s virtual live music series is excited to present the Quentin Talley & The Soul Providers, performing their original mix of jazz, funk and soul. Quentin Talley, acclaimed for multiple talents, is an accomplished actor, director, poet, and producer. “An Artist & A Gentleman.” We’ve featured Quentin in the JAZZ ROOM, Conversations with Curtis, and our recent regional premiere of “We Insist!”. Quentin Talley & The Soul Providers is known for layering Q’s signature spoken word style over a live band seaming together jazz, funk, and soul effortlessly. Quentin Talley & The Soul Providers influenced by Kiser & Woodberry’s dynamic artwork, create an unforgettable evening of performance art. Featuring: Courtney Gibson, bass Curtis Hayes, keys Stefan Kallander, guitar Jesse Williams, drums Tune in to Keep Jazz A-Live-Streaming to hear local jazz musicians and their lively sets live, straight to your living room via Facebook and YouTube Live. Performances for this series, introduced by our host Braxton Bateman, come to you from Neighborhood Theater. Free Event - Donations and tips to support these and future musicians performances can be made at www.thejazzarts.org/donate. Thank you to our sponsors, @Knight Foundation, O’s Place Jazz, @Arts and Science Council, @NC Arts Council, @Crown Station and our many donors who keep jazz thriving.

Join WFAE as we celebrate 40 years as Charlotte's NPR News Source!
Guests can watch a live broadcast of "Charlotte Talks with Mike Collins" at 9 a.m.

Enjoy FREE cake and coffee from Sunflour Baking Company and Pure Intentions Coffee (while supplies last).

Guests can get some free WFAE swag and donate for new retro WFAE logo gear!
This is an outdoor event. We ask that non-vaccinated attendees wear masks.

Thanks SunFlour Baking Company, Pure Intentions Coffee and Blumenthal Performing Arts for their support of this event.

You might be thinking ‘what in the world is Christmas in the Summer?’ It’s going to be an explosive time of fun, games, activities and more for the whole family. Plus, special guest Epic Entertainment! You'll experience their high-energy, interactive games and hilarious mascot skits, all built upon the Gospel. It’s going to be snow much fun! Yes, that’s right, SNOW much fun! Who doesn’t love snow, especially when it’s 90 degrees outside!

Teens, love to write? Join the Mooresville Public Library's teen writing group. Build your writing skills and connect with other teen writers! Held in-person at the library on the first Thursday of each month @ 5:00 in the Selma Burke Room. Questions? Contact Megan Mosher at mmosher@mooresvillenc.gov or call the library at 704-664-2927

Learn all about these smart working dogs being raised to perform special jobs, courtesy of Southeastern Guide Dogs. *Registration is required and a waiver must be signed and turned in to attend the program. Register online or call the library to reserve your spot. https://www.mooresvillenc.gov/DocumentCenter/View/6308/Meet-a-Southeastern-Guide-Dog-Waiver

Do you want to learn how to twist balloons into different animals? Learn the fundamentals of basic balloon twisting in this hands-on workshop. Have fun creating balloon animals and more! *Registration required. Register online or call the library to reserve your spot at 704-664-2927.

Attention Parents and Grandparents: Join us and learn about the dangers and risks associated with prescription drug misuse and ways to prevent misuse in your home and our community. Our guest speaker, Regina Propst is a Certified Substance Abuse Prevention Consultant for Insight Human Services.

Join Luna Nera Creations and other teens and make your own tail for cosplay! *Registration is required. Register online or call the library at 704-664-2927 to reserve your spot. This event is free and all materials are included.

Teens are invited to meet at Liberty Park to learn how to build a basic shelter, identify plants and animals to avoid in the wilderness, and other survival tips and tricks in this hands-on workshop with Amy from Lake Norman State Park. This program is outside so please wear closed shoes and appropriate clothing.

Teens, use the library's art supplies to work on a current project or start a new masterpiece at this open art program.

Drop in at the library to play some lifesize games such as giant Jenga, cornhole, and much more!

Learn some tips and tricks to help you with your furry friend with Brook from Pet Smart! *This program will be held in-person at the Mooresville Public Library in the Selma Burke Room.

Join us for a concert with Darin Aldridge and Presley Barker, in the Great Hall at the Earl Scruggs Center. You’re invited to join award-winning musician Darin Aldridge as he shares the captivating stories behind a number of beautifully hand-crafted stringed instruments from the personal collection he has amassed over 25 years of playing professionally. Darin will be joined by guitar virtuoso Presley Barker and the two will perform songs displaying the resonance of the instruments and their expertise as musicians. Ticket Price: $20 Tickets may be purchased online at www.earlscruggscenter.org/events or by calling 704.487.6233.