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Youth Orchestras of Charlotte performs American classics live in the Robert Haywood Morrison Atrium. Presented by Bank of America

5-9 PM, 6:30 PM performance | Free, cash bar

Instagram: @youthorchestrasofcharlotte
Website: https://www.youthorchestrasofcharlotte.org/

Wednesday Night Live includes free admission to the museums (Mint Museum, Bechtler and Harvey B. Gantt Center) from 5 to 9 p.m. every Wednesday, as well as live entertainment or programming at one of the five participating institutions each week. For more information about Wednesday Night Live and to view the current schedule, please visit www.wednesdaynightliveclt.com or follow them @WedNightLiveCLT on Facebook and Instagram.

The Mount Holly Community Garden will be holding its 8th Annual Christmas Enchantment in the Garden on Saturday 12/10 from 5:00pm-8:30pm. This free, family-friendly event for all in the community has grown each year and is often called the "McAdenville of Gardens". This year's Christmas Enchantment in the Garden is sure to be one to remember. Each of the 52 garden beds will be decorated differently by garden members, along with hundreds of glowing luminaries lighting your way. Local businesses and artists will also be taking part this year by decorating designated areas around the garden. Enjoy live music by the Ida Rankin Elementary Chorus, Cathy Black and Jonathan Brackett. Bolton’s Curbside Cookery, Food Junkie’s Old-Fashioned Donuts and Catawba Coffee Co. will be on site to curb your appetite. Cap off the festive evening by visiting with Santa, be sure to bring your camera to capture the magic. Special thanks to the Mount Holly Tourism Development Authority for the recent grant award to help make this event possible.

Photo Credit: Scott Griffin

There’s a huge variety of films to enjoy this coming holiday season at The Independent Picture House! From classic family films to cult horror pictures, there’s something for everyone this holiday season.

The Hickory Community Theatre presents the madcap musical comedy, The Drowsy Chaperone, December 2nd through 17th. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm, Sundays at 2:30pm and Thursday, December 15th at 7:30pm. Get tickets online at hickorytheatre.org or call 828-328-2283.

Common Thread Theatre Collective (CTTC), a collaboration between Davidson College and North Carolina A&T State University (NC A&T), is pleased to announce its third season of summer productions. Continuing with a mission to produce theatre by and about traditionally underrepresented communities, this season CTTC will produce the Pulitzer-Prize winning show by North Carolina native James Ijames, Fat Ham, directed by Vanecia Boone, NC A&T Theatre Professor. The play will take place in June 2024, in the Barber Theatre on the campus of Davidson College in Davidson, NC, this season will mark the first performances by CTTC in Greensboro at the Paul Robeson Theatre on NC A&T’s campus

Award-winning playwright Ijames reinvents Shakespeare’s masterpiece Hamlet as a delectable comedic tragedy. The lead character Juicy is a queer, Southern college kid, already grappling with some serious questions of identity, when the ghost of his father shows up in their backyard, demanding that Juicy avenge his murder. It feels like a familiar story to Juicy, who is well-versed in Hamlet’s woes. What’s different is Juicy himself, a sensitive and self-aware young Black man trying to break the cycles of trauma and violence in service of his own liberation. From an uproarious family barbecue emerges a compelling examination of love and loss, pain and joy. [From Concord Theatricals]

Location:
Davidson College – Barber Theatre, Cunningham Theatre Center 310 N. Main Street, Davidson, NC 28035

Dates and Times
Friday, June 14 @7:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 15 @7:30 p.m.
Sunday, June 16 @2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 19 @7:30 p.m.
Thursday, June 20 @7:30 p.m.
Friday, June 21 @7:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 22 @ 2:00 p.m.
Saturday. June 22 @7:30 p.m.

Come hang out at dusk for our first ever Summer Nights 5K! The setting sun paired with the shade of our trails will make for the “coolest” race you can do around here in mid-July! After the race is over, participants will receive free entry to the Garden to enjoy our summer exhibit: “Summer Lights.” This one-of-a-kind exhibit will make you feel like you’ve been transported to a tropical paradise

The Camp CARE 5K Run/Walk is the biggest fundraising event of the year for Camp CARE. All proceeds go toward providing the opportunity for children with cancer and their siblings to come to camp and enjoy fun activities like swimming, boating, crafts, music, dancing and most importantly...making new friends!

This event will aim to educate visitors on the 1924 Indian Citizens Act and to dive into how both Native Americans and underrepresented groups have fought for greater rights. Join Vail and Wanda Carter, Charlotteans and members of the Lumbee Nation, as they discuss the history and todays impact of this 100 year old federal legislation.

Due to the limited number of seats, participants must register for this program.

Come join us as we host Adrienne Nirdé, Director of the North Carolina African American Heritage Commission, for a historical discussion of how people in North Carolina experienced Juneteenth.

Hear about the current projects and programs the Commission is working on and learn about the resources they offer to North Carolina residents.

Admission is FREE and all ages are welcome!

Join us for the inaugural Wedgewood Film Festival on June 9th at the Independent Picture House! This year's festival shines a light on "Palestine: 100 Years of Struggle," showcasing a selection of five powerful films that delve into the rich and complex history of Palestine over the past century.

Immerse yourself in stories of resilience, resistance, and hope as we explore the Palestinian experience through the eyes of talented filmmakers. Each film offers a unique perspective on the struggles and triumphs of the Palestinian people, providing a profound understanding of their enduring quest for justice and peace.
Don't miss this opportunity to engage with thought-provoking cinema, participate in lively discussions, and connect with a community passionate about global human rights and cultural understanding.

Join the Sisterhood Against Sexual Assault for Our Annual Follow the Flock 5k & 1-Mile Fun Run Fundraiser!

Ivy Hall Foundation presents Juneteenth Jazz Fest in partnership with Omega Iota Omega chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.
Join us outdoors on the lawn of the Ivy Hall Foundation to immerse yourself in an afternoon of vibrant live music featuring the acclaimed group A SIGN OF THE TIMES of the Carolinas alongside the soulful melodies of the KLMX Band, and Kevin Jones. Radio personality Marvin Ross will be the MC. Bring your lawn chairs for maximum comfort and enjoyment!
But that's not all! Indulge your taste buds with culinary delights from A PINCH OF SOUL and shop local vendors. Don't miss out on this extraordinary music, culture, and community celebration. We can't wait to see you there! Tell a friend and bring a friend!

While hiding from bullies in his school’s attic, a young boy discovers the extraordinary land of Fantasia, through a magical book called The Neverending Story. The book tells the tale of Atreyu, a young warrior who, with the help of a luck dragon named Falkor, must save Fantasia from the destruction of The Nothing.

Join us on Saturday, June 8th at 10:30 am for a special screening of “The NeverEnding Story.” This event will serve as a substitute for our usual monthly cartoons and is free to attend. Enjoy some cookies and milk while immersing yourself in this timeless classic!

Join us at The Independent Picture House to celebrate 2 Years of opening our doors with an evening of outdoor games, music, raffles, trivia, sidewalk chalk decorating, delicious food truck catering in addition to free refreshments, and a FREE screening of "HUGO" at 7:30 PM.

Join us for a special evening with Mark himself, Greg Sestero – star of THE ROOM and the New York Times best-selling author of the Oscar-nominated THE DISASTER ARTIST! The evening will include a special 21st-anniversary screening of THE ROOM featuring live commentary over the film by Greg!

You’ll find yourself saying “what a story Mark!” time and time again, as he’s not keeping any of his stupid comments in his pocket on this night.

Plus a meet-and-greet with Greg after the show…and maybe even a bonus birthday surprise or two for the 21st anniversary?!

Don’t be chip-chip-chip-chip-cheep-cheep…get your tickets before they’re here and gone like Claudette’s breast cancer.

The Brewer’s Ball brings the area’s top breweries together for an evening to offer their signature craft beer in an intimate and exclusive setting. Brewer’s Ball guests will visit each station to enjoy tastings while networking with neighbors!

Join us for a fun event that brings the area’s top breweries, food trucks, and entertainment together to support affordable housing and supportive services for Charlotte’s homeless neighbors!

All are invited to come out and run/walk the runway. There will even be a Kid’s 1 Mile run on the runway as well. This is an opportunity to bring hundreds of runners, walkers, and families on an actual runway to help raise funds for our youth aspiring to become pilots through the David Griffin Aviation Foundation.

Proceeds will benefit a shelter-to-housing program for working families experiencing homelessness. Their mission is to empower working families experiencing homelessness achieve life-long self-sufficiency through shelter, housing, supportive services, and advocacy.

The Robinson-Spangler Carolina Room and The Charlotte Museum of History Present: An Evening with Tommy Tomlinson
Tommy Tomlinson, one of Charlotte’s favorite writers, will talk about his new book Dogland: Passion, Glory, and Lots of Slobber at the Westminster Dog Show as well as his lengthy writing career which has taken him down many paths. Famed for his open account of his life, The Elephant in the Room, a memoir about being overweight in America. Tommy is also the host of the podcast SouthBound in partnership with WFAE, Charlotte’s NPR station. He has written for numerous publications, including Esquire, ESPN the Magazine, Sports Illustrated, Forbes, Garden & Gun, and many others. Tommy spent twenty-three years as a reporter and local columnist for The Charlotte Observer, where he was a finalist for the 2005 Pulitzer Prize in commentary.

A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances - this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal!

Elle Woods appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school. While there, she struggles with peers, professors and her ex. With the support of some new friends, though, Elle quickly realizes her potential and sets out to prove herself to the world.

Additional performances are Sat 6/22 at 2pm & 6:30pm and Sun 6/23 at 2pm & 6:30pm!