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Using research from Cooperation and Hierarchy in Ancient Bolivia: Building Community with the Body, Sara Juengst, Ph.D. discusses how ancient Bolivians organized their communities through several notable sociocultural and environmental changes, as reflected through disease, diet, and trauma on human skeletal remains. This Personally Speaking lecture asks, how can burials and skeletons teach us about the lives of past people and how their societies shifted in the face of environmental, social, and economic change? │ chess.charlotte.edu

5:15 p.m. with a reception at 4:15 p.m.

Why has modernity become the age of genocide? This presentation will explore the idea that genocide is a byproduct of organizing ourselves into a global order of states and therefore a structural dysfunction. Featuring Martin Shuster, Ph.D., Professor of Philosophy and the Isaac Swift Distinguished Professor of Jewish Studies at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte│capitalismstudies.charlotte.edu
Tuesday, Jan. 13; 6 p.m. at Independent Picture House (4237 Raleigh St, Charlotte);

Author David Rahahę·tih Webb (Tuscarora Indians of Kahtenuaka Territories) decolonizes the history of Carolina’s Indigenous peoples and presents the full histories of four ethnolinguistic groups. These nations adapted to colonization through ethnogenesis, forging new alliances, intermarrying with traders, and navigating shifting political landscapes. In time, once-powerful nations were reduced to stateless, English-speaking refugee communities, and aside from groups like the Catawba and Tuscarora, their distinct tribal identities faded into the generic label, “Indian.” Finally, in recent decades, they revitalized their governments and reclaimed their identities.

Presented in person and virtually. To attend via Zoom, register via this link: http://bit.ly/4rG2BAg

Celebrate Día de los Reyes Magos (Epiphany) at the Mint Museum Randolph in conjunction with the exhibition Art of Devotion: The Santos de Palo Tradition of Puerto Rico. Enjoy exhibition tours, along with an afternoon of music, dance, storytelling, arts and crafts, a traditional Pastorela performance, and a taste of Rosca de Reyes (Three Kings Bread). Fun for all ages!

Celebrate Kwanzaa and the principle of Kujichagulia (self-determination), which means “to define ourselves, name ourselves, create for ourselves, and speak for ourselves.” This family-friendly event features a holiday marketplace showcasing local entrepreneurs and small businesses, a Kwanzaa table presentation by Kwanzaa Charlotte to explore the holiday’s history and traditions, and plenty of fun activities including arts & crafts, family photos, and live music throughout the day. Join us for a vibrant celebration that honors culture and the joyful spirit of the holiday season!

Photo Credit: SHAE Movement African Arts

Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden invites guests to experience Ice Sculptures at Stowe, a captivating winter installation presented in partnership with Ice Trade and Ice Mill. Over two evenings, the Gardens will be transformed into a frozen wonderland featuring 20 nature-inspired ice sculptures, crafted from 80,000 pounds of ice and standing 4 to 10 feet tall. Visitors can explore the immersive walk-through display at their own pace and enjoy live ice carving demonstrations. As evening falls, the illuminated sculptures glow and shimmer, creating an unforgettable seasonal experience for families, nature lovers, and art enthusiasts alike.

Join Arts & Letters for a discussion on Harlem Rhapsody, by Victoria Christopher Murray

Harlem Rhapsody by Victoria Christopher Murray is a historical fiction novel that tells the story of Jessie Redmon Faust, who ignited the Harlem Renaissance, and her secret affair with W.E.B. Du Bois.

Location: UNCC Cone University Center - Lucas Room

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A virtual session to learn how to secure funds from our chapter's charitable contribution grants

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Garden symposium with presentations from celebrated bestselling author and distinguished horticulturist Brie Arthur with “Seeds of Enchantment - The Art of Creating Gardens from Seed” and “Ultimate Plant Combinations”, ecologist and native plant aficionado Dr. Carrie DeJaco with “Extending the Pollinator Season in Your Landscape” and highly regarded owner of Renfrow Hardware (and Garden Center) David Blackley with “Sensible Gardeners Use ALL Their Senses”

Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and the Broadway musical, Shrek The Musical Jr. reminds us that beauty is truly in the eye of the ogre. When Davidson Community Players’ Connie Company takes the stage, audiences are invited into a big, bright, beautiful world where Shrek and a cast of fairy-tale misfits set out on an adventure that leads to friendship, love, and self-acceptance. Part romance and part twisted fairy tale, Shrek Jr. is a playful, family-friendly production that showcases the talents of DCP’s up-and-coming young performers while sharing a powerful message for audiences of all ages.



Happens on the following Dates:
Feb 6, 2026, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Feb 7, 2026, 1:00pm to 2:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Feb 7, 2026, 4:00pm to 5:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Feb 8, 2026, 4:00pm to 5:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Feb 12, 2026, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Feb 13, 2026, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Feb 14, 2026, 1:00pm to 2:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Feb 14, 2026, 4:00pm to 5:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy, this powerful program weaves together the voices and traditions that shaped the American story. Spirituals, folk songs, and fiddle tunes meet the elegance of Baroque and colonial music, revealing a shared language of resilience and hope. Featuring countertenor Patrick Dailey and Charlotte’s own soprano Sequina DuBose, acclaimed performer and faculty member at UNC Charlotte, 7th Street Concerts invites audiences into a vibrant tapestry of sound that honors struggle, uplifts the spirit, and celebrates the dream of justice and belonging.

Join the Coalition for Comprehensive Women’s Healthcare for a panel discussion to sort facts from fear and science from a sales pitch! You don't want to miss this community education conversation. The Coalition for Comprehensive Women’s Healthcare is bringing together a panel of women’s health experts to cut through the noise. We’ll talk about what the science actually says, what’s still emerging, and where slick marketing or misinformation is drowning out real, evidence-based care.
Perimenopause and Menopause is confusing, especially when every scroll brings a new miracle supplement, hormone hack, or wellness fix. How do you know who or what to trust? Make sure you drop your questions into the form when you purchase your ticket!
We’ll explore symptoms, treatment options, and whole-person support! Menopause impacts every part of YOU: physically, emotionally sexually, socially, and financially. Come ready for conversation, answers to your questions, and a hopeful look at women's health.

Join Opera Carolina for an unforgettable evening of music, heritage, and celebration at the historic Carolina Theatre.

Lift Every Voice honors the rich legacy and transformative contributions of African American artists and composers to the world of opera and classical music.

From soul-stirring spirituals to powerful operatic works, this concert shines a spotlight on the voices and stories that have shaped the art form—and continue to inspire generations.

Featuring celebrated guest artists, community voices, and a program that uplifts through harmony and history.

A tribute. A celebration. A moment to come together in song.

Radiance and Romance: arias from the Golden Age
Erin Morely - Soprano
“The personification of bel canto” (Opera News), and is “in a class of her own among coloratura sopranos, singing even the most dazzlingly difficult material with beauty and musical sense,” New York Classical Review

Lawrence Brownlee - Tenor
“An instrument of great beauty and expression…perfectly suited to the early Nineteenth century operas of Rossini and Donizetti” – NPR Music

The Magic Flute explores the conflict between darkness and light, knowledge and ignorance, in the universal quest for unity and peace. Mozart's enchanting tale is an international co-production with the Teatro Sociale of Como, Italy.  

The Medium explores psychological tension and supernatural intrigue, with the incomparable Denyce Graves starring and making her directorial debut.

Coppélia is a fun, family-friendly ballet featuring student dancers from across the Charlotte area alongside professional artists from around the world. This lighthearted story follows Swanilda and Frantz as their curiosity leads them into the workshop of the quirky inventor Dr. Coppélius—and a playful adventure unfolds. With lively dancing, colorful characters, and a family-friendly ticket price, this classic delight is perfect for audiences of all ages.

Saturday, March 7 at 11am and 4pm
Sunday, March 8 at 2pm

Caritas A Cappella Ensemble (Cathy Youngblood, artistic director) and the Charlotte Contemporary Ensemble (JoVan Adams, conductor) join forces to present non-idiomatic choral music of Black composers – works that are not necessarily associated with Afro-American culture (jazz, R&B, or spirituals).

Composers featured will be James Furman, Nathaniel Dett, Adolphus Hailstork, Rosephanye Powell, Marques L.A. Garrett, Undine Smith, Moses Hogan, Sedrick Dent, Evelyn Simpson Cureton, and Dr. Joel Thompson’s 2014 cantata, Seven Last Words of the Unarmed. The concert culminates in a rousing performance of Richard Smallwood’s Anthem of Praise.

Music will be enhanced by the digital artwork of artist Zaire McPhearson. The program will be available on CD or by download by the end of summer 2023.

HEHLEHLOOYUH: A Celebration of Choral Music by Black Composers, will be presented on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at First United Methodist Church of Charlotte, beginning at 4:00pm. General admission $25, Students $5.
Our nonprofit partner is Brownicity, a local organization offering eye-opening, anti-racism education through customized courses and events with individuals, churches, schools and companies.

This project was made possible, in part, with funding from ASC, and the N.C. Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural & Cultural Resources.

A new FREE exhibition from Levine Museum in partnership with Trail of History. Making Their Mark highlights men and women - including Catawba Chief Haigler, Julius Chambers, Romare Bearden, and Dr. Annie Alexander - who have influenced the growth of Charlotte’s communities, institutions, and physical spaces throughout its rich history.

Explore the stories of Catawba warriors, civil rights activists, educators, artists, leaders in healthcare and more. These individuals came from different backgrounds and lived through different times, yet collectively, their legacies shape Charlotte’s identity.

Dive into archival photographs, collection items from Levine Museum, archived PBS Trail of History episodes, original sculptures by Trail of History artists, and interpretive panels highlighting key turning points in Charlotte-Mecklenburg’s history.

Please visit our website for museum hours.

What: April Showers -- An afternoon of music, food, beer and wine, and a silent auction to support our neighbors moving through homelessness.

Why: To benefit Project Outpour -- Project Outpour provides mobile shower access and hygiene services to our Charlotte neighbors in need (no questions asked)! Six days a week, Project Outpour offers showers in various locations and provides free shaving supplies, hygiene products and clean clothes!