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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.

Join us for a concert with Carley Arrowood and Daniel Thrailkill in the Great Hall at the Earl Scruggs Center. Daniel + Carley bring bluegrass and gospel harmonies together with a progressive instrumental sound that make for a fun and heartwarming show, full of old favorites and original songs. Daniel Thrailkill was the 2018 IBMA Momentum Vocalist of the Year as well as the 2017 South Carolina Flatpicking Champion. He can be see playing guitar with his band, The Trailblazers, and Carley’s full band configuration. Carley Arrowood is a Mountain Home Music Company Recording Artist, and has released a number of singles, including her original song, “Dear Juliana” and the chart topper “Goin’ Home Comin’ On”. Carley is the 2017 IBMA Momentum Instrumentalist of the Year (Fiddle) and has performed stages such as the Grand Ole Opry and Merlefest with former band configurations.” Ticket Price: $10 Tickets may be purchased online at www.earlscruggscenter.org/events or by calling 704.487.6233.

Join us for a concert with the Tray Wellington Band, in the Great Hall at the Earl Scruggs Center. 2x International Bluegrass Music Association Award Winner, 2019 IBMA Momentum Instrumentalist of the Year, “Uncaged Thoughts,” first EP produced by banjo legend and former Sam Bush Band member Scott Vestal, Assistant instructor at Bela Fleck’s Blue Ridge Banjo Camp, Mountain Home Music Recording Artist The Tray Wellington Band is a high energy, acoustic newgrass group led by banjo virtuoso, IBMA award winner, and 2019 Momentum Instrumentalist of the Year, Tray Wellington. This group pushes the bounds of bluegrass music, incorporating Bossa Nova, Jazz, and Blues elements to their originals to create a unique and exciting new sound while paying tribute to their bluegrass heroes. Ticket Price: $15 Tickets may be purchased online at www.earlscruggscenter.org/events or by calling 704.487.6233.

We need an audience to test out our new show! Great for ages 6 and up. A flower. A hug. A kind act. The cast of Random Acts of Kindness will demonstrate their love for each other and the audience with their impressive skills in dance and circus arts. This show will entertain and warm your heart.

Don't miss the premier conference in the upstate Carolina region for HR professionals of all levels, business owners, and others that seek to know the latest in HR innovation, policy, and practice. You Choose: In-person or Virtual. This year's conference takes place in-person at the beautiful Greenville One Center in downtown Greenville. A virtual attendance option is also available if you prefer to attend remotely. Keynotes. The conference features three top-notch keynotes to kick off each day. Closing will be a law-focused keynote. Keynotes will take place in the auditorium for all attendees and will be broadcast live for virtual attendees. Specialty "Pod" Tracks. Each attendee will choose one of four specialty "pod" learning tracks to engage in focused learning when not attending keynote sessions. Choose your specialty pod when registering. The pods tracks are: Employee Engagement Total Rewards Talent Acquisition HR Department of 1 In addition, all pods tracks will include aspects of leadership, HR law, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Students and emerging professionals may wish to participate in the "HR Department of 1" pod track due to it's generalist nature. Virtual attendees will attend the employee engagement pod, which will be streamed live.

MOVIN' INTO MATH A video performance that demonstrates how we use math skills to create and perform dances, including lessons on geometric transformations, patterns and sequences, diagrams and directional and positional skills. This option can be applicable to grades K-6. Adults will enjoy too. Running time: 35 minutes Sponsored by Culture Blocks, a community partnership funded by Mecklenburg County.