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Come celebrate México's Independence Day at the Charlotte Museum of History! The event is free and open to the public, no registration required.

Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra bass virtuoso, Carlos Henriquez makes his JAZZ ROOM Charlotte debut with his all-star ensemble, Latin Algorithm, performing high-energy rhythm-filled fusion of Latin and Modern Jazz with new compositions and selections from Henriquez’s most recent acclaimed albums. This is a special JAZZ ROOM in partnership with the Charlotte International Arts Festival and Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration.
A Bronx, New York native, Carlos Henriquez studied music at an early age, beginning with guitar, and later bass at a Juilliard School’s Music Advancement Program. Shortly following high school, Henriquez joined the Wynton Marsalis Septet and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, touring the world and featured on more than 25 albums. Henriquez has performed and recorded with artist including Chucho Valdes, Tito Puente, Danilo Perez, Eddie Palmieri, the Marsalis Family, Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Stevie Wonder, Lenny Kravitz, Marc Anthony and many others. He continues to flourish as a bassist with 3 great projects as a leader including The Bronx Pyramid, Dizzy Con Clave, and The South Bronx Story.

The JAZZ ROOM provides a casual and intimate setting with tables and a full bar, reminiscent of the classic jazz rooms of yesteryear.

Thank you to our JAZZ ROOM contributors: Bank of America, South Arts, Knight Foundation, Arts & Science Council, North Carolina Arts Council, Alice L Walton Foundation, Ford Foundation, and the Infusion Fund.

Hey there, foodies and festival lovers! We've got some exciting news for you - mark your calendars for Sunday, October 1st because the Charlotte Regional Farmers Market is hosting an amazing Harvest Festival!  From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., get ready for a day filled with incredible food, fun, and festivities. They've got it all - a food truck rodeo, games, activities, local breweries, N.C. wineries, apple tastings, and so much more!  There will even be a pumpkin decorating contest and a sweetpotato recipe contest. How cool is that? If you're looking for a fantastic way to spend your Sunday, this is it! Bring your friends, family, and your appetite for a day of delicious treats and unforgettable memories.  For more information, or to register as a vendor, give the market office a call at 704-357-1269. Don't miss out on this incredible event - see you there!

Join us for our monthly Coffee and Roundtable: "Which Is Better? Group Health or ICHRA?"
Employee benefits continue to grow as an important factor in recruiting and retaining employees. Do you know what ICHRA is? ICHRA is the acronym for “Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement”. It is a new alternative to Employer Group Health Insurance for small employers with less than 50 employees.
Come join us for a roundtable discussion on Group Health Insurance and ICHRA led by Maria Overcash of Carolina Health Connections. Whether you have one employee or 50, you will find this an extremely beneficial event. Come join us for coffee a light breakfast and 30 minutes for networking, followed by the 60-minute roundtable meeting. Simply register below. We will reserve your spot and make a custom name tag for you.


Each month we feature a great discussion leader on one of a wide range of business topics useful to small and large businesses. The meeting begins with a 30-minute social time when you can meet new contacts and touch base with friends while having coffee/tea, pastries and fruits. Register ahead of time, and we will print you a custom name tag.

Welcome to "Afrofuturism: Curated", an avant-garde exploration into the universe of Black speculative fiction, science, technology, art, and music. This one-day event at the iconic Little Rock Cultural Center of Charlotte seeks to converge the lines between past, present, and future through an Afrocentric lens. Join us for a day of celebration, reflection, and projection. Your future awaits.

~Key Highlights of “Afrofuturism: Curated”

Pop Up Art Gallery: Featuring paintings, cartoon drawings, and visual artists that reimagine the specter of time and space

The Art Of Easing: Vinyl record DJ set by Cairo Black

Spoken Word performance by poet Jah Smalls

Hip Hop performance by Mason Parker

Excerpts from “Unpacking: Being A Black Woman In America, An Afro Futuristic Memoir Play” by Breana Venable

Food truck featuring traditional and futuristic cuisine, showcasing our rich culinary heritage

Film Screenings: Curated selections that transport audiences to imaginative worlds, challenge conventional narratives, and highlight the impact ofAfroFuturism on cinema and storytelling.

The spotlight is on the music community of Charlotte and the Carolinas as Confluence 2023, the region's most anticipated music industry conference and festival, announces the launch of ticket sales speakers and performers. Confluence will bring together music artists, industry professionals, and live music fans for two unforgettable days of inspiration, networking, and collaboration. Daytime conference programming will be October 18 and 19 at the AvidXchange Music Factory in Uptown, Charlotte, with night-time live music showcases in several music venues in Uptown, NoDa, Plaza-Midwood, and Elizabeth. Learn more by visiting confluencecarolinas.com

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at our highly anticipated premier fundraising event, the 17th Annual Oyster Roast, happening right on the grounds of the stunning, historic White Home. Indulge in a delectable feast of fresh oysters, a southern-style buffet, seasonal side dishes, and sweet treats. Plus, enjoy complimentary wine, beer, and an exciting lineup of entertainment, including a silent auction and live music! All proceeds benefit Historic Rock Hill.

This year, Sleeping Giant Distillery will be serving up a specialty cocktail with their Oyster Roast EXCLUSIVE rum! Be the first to sample this delectable cocktail and bid on hand signed and numbered bottles in our silent auction!

The first annual Queen City Saves Lives community event will kick off on Wednesday, September 13th at the Southbound Music Yard in Charlotte, NC. Live music, entertainment, food and beverages will be offered free to 21+ crowd.

'Engage for good' with community members and be inspired to register as a potential lifesaver. With a simple cheek swab, you could potentially go on to offer a second chance at life for a blood cancer/blood disorder patient in need.

DKMS is an international non-profit organization dedicated to the fight against blood cancer and blood disorders by: creating awareness; recruiting bone marrow donors to provide a second chance at life; raising funds to match donor registration costs; supporting the improvement of therapies through research; and supporting patients from day one of their diagnoses.

The Charlotte Council of Garden Clubs is hosting an Attic and Plant Sale!  Join us on Friday, September 22nd 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday, September 23rd 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 1820 East Seventh Street in Charlotte.  Come explore the wonders that our attic held along with our beautiful garden plants.  Brouse for favorite perennials, unique planters, useful garden tools, elegant home décor, creative craft supplies, holiday themed decorations and so much more.  You will be amazed by the lovely treasures found in our garden and home.  Shop with our experienced gardeners and talk with our knowledgeable volunteers.  Don’t let this opportunity to discover your next best find pass you by. 

Black people don't swim, right? It's not true, according to the producers of a new show that will explore, celebrate and reclaim the history and renaissance of Black swimming in Charlotte.

Mixed Metaphors Productions will present SwimCap, which combines traditional theatre, visual art, and aerial performances to trace the ways that Black swimming has shaped Charlotte.

SwimCap runs from August 18th-August 20th, with shows on Friday at 7:30 pm, Saturday at 2 pm and 7:30 pm, and Sunday at 2 pm and 7:30 pm. It will take place at Brooklyn Grace in uptown Charlotte. Tickets are $20 at Eventbrite.

During this powerful multi-sensory show, you’ll see and participate in art of different mediums in a festival-style experience that culminates in a celebration of Black swimming. Join us for a fascinating evening and a fresh perspective on our collective experience.

The Charlotte Council of Garden Clubs is hosting an Attic and Plant Sale!  Join us on Friday, September 22nd 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday, September 23rd 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 1820 East Seventh Street in Charlotte.  Come explore the wonders that our attic held along with our beautiful garden plants.  Brouse for favorite perennials, unique planters, useful garden tools, elegant home décor, creative craft supplies, holiday themed decorations and so much more.  You will be amazed by the lovely treasures found in our garden and home.  Shop with our experienced gardeners and talk with our knowledgeable volunteers.  Don’t let this opportunity to discover your next best find pass you by. 

Watercolor Portraits with Luisana Hostos
CLASS DATE | Saturday, November 11, 2023

TIME | 10 AM - 2 PM

REGISTRATION DEADLINE | Wednesday, November 8, 2023

Learn how to create beautiful watercolor portraits, from selecting the colors and images that represent your style to learning different watercolor techniques.

SKILL LEVEL | Beginner to Intermediate

MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT | 12

Watercolor Flowers with Luisana Hostos
DATE | Saturday, September 9, 2023

TIME | 10 AM - 2 PM

REGISTRATION DEADLINE | Wednesday, September 6, 2023

Learn how to create beautiful watercolor flowers. In this course we will explore color theory, fundamentals of drawing flowers and essential watercolor techniques you can use to create beautiful flower compositions.

SKILL LEVEL | Beginner to Intermediate

MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT | 12

Urban Sketching with Ink and Watercolor with Mary J. Andrews
CLASS DATE | Saturday, October 14, 2023

TIME | 10 AM - 2 PM

REGISTRATION DEADLINE | Wednesday, October 11, 2023

Ever wish you could accurately sketch a colorful street scene like a seasoned artist? You can! Using step-by-step techniques, we will take our piece from concept (on location, outside weather permitting, or from reference pictures indoors), to pen and ink, and finally adding watercolor to bring it to life! By the end of the day, students will have their own finished city scape.
*Beginners welcome! Intermediate and/or previous class students can expand upon their current skill level with advanced techniques.

SKILL LEVEL | Beginner to Intermediate

MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT | 12

Mixed Media Abstract Quilling with Debbie Baumgart
CLASS DATE | Saturday, October 7, 2023

TIME | 10 AM - 2 PM

REGISTRATION DEADLINE | Wednesday, October 4, 2023

Learn the art of quilling and incorporate it into a beautiful abstract work of art.

SKILL LEVEL | Beginner to Intermediate

MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT | 12

The Figure in Pastel with Ida Mae Irby
CLASS DATE | Saturday, November 4, 2023

TIME | 10 AM - 2 PM

REGISTRATION DEADLINE | Wednesday, November 1, 2023

In this beginner pastels class, students will learn how to create a nude figure. The class will focus on the introduction to pastels and figure drawing, including learning the difference between the types of pastels, and how to choose the pastels that are right for you and your project. Students will work together to complete a large-scale figure drawing in pastel, focusing on drawing basic shapes and forms, light and shadow, and color theory.

Advanced students are welcome to join this class. Those who come to the class with a larger skillset will be challenged with new techniques, will learn to use pastels to create abstract and impressionistic paintings, and will learn to create more complex and detailed pastel paintings.

SKILL LEVEL | Intermediate to Advanced

MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT | 15

This presentation explores how a history of racism and white supremacy inspired law and policy that has fostered a legacy of inequality in the United States. It will examine how racial disparities impact every facet of Criminal Justice, from police encounters, arrest, and sentencing; while also encouraging the participants to recognize their own racial biases and how these biases influence their relationships with clients and other stakeholders in the Criminal Justice system

Join us Saturday, November 4th for this year's Drop Dead 5K presented by Avidxchange!
This unique race will take place entirely within the 70+ acres of Charlotte’s Historic Elmwood/Pinewood Cemetery. Runners, joggers, and walkers of all levels are welcome! The course winds through the roadways of the cemeteries allowing participants to run by the likes of Belk, Ivey, Morrison, Tate, and Blake, just to name a few of the resident luminaries.
Join HEPI for the 5K race which will include a fun run/walk, awards presentation, DJ, food trucks, a guided tour and beer! NEW THIS YEAR! At 10 a.m., join us for our first 1 Mile Kids Fun Run presented by Brewer Global! This is FREE for kids (registration is required) and includes a fun run finisher medal.
This event has sold out every year so get your tickets early!
WHEN: Saturday, November 4th at 9 a.m. 1 Mile Kids Fun Run presented by Brewer Global will start at 10 a.m.
WHERE: Historic Elmwood/Pinewood Cemetery, 700 W. 6th St.
WHY: All proceeds help support the 501(c)3 nonprofit, Historic Elmwood Pinewood, Inc. (HEPI). Help us support the cemeteries’ restoration and preservation while getting some exercise and enjoying some history!
TICKETS: Registration is now open! Tickets start at $35 and include an official race shirt, bib, finisher medal, and one complimentary brew from Petty Thieves Brewing Co. Ticket price increases on October 1st. Can’t make the race but still want to support? Register as a "Sleep In Supporter.”
Learn more and purchase tickets by visiting www.dropdead5k.com
AWARDS: Awards will be presented to the Top 3 Males/Females Overall, and Top 1 Male/Female in the following Age Groups: 9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+.
HEPI is a 501(3) non-profit dedicated to preserving, restoring, enhancing, and sharing the original historic and park-like atmosphere of Elmwood/Pinewood, and Settler’s Cemeteries.

Before there was a Department of Parks and Recreation, cemeteries were purposely designed for dual-use. Easter and Halloween parades were conducted in Elmwood. Families had picnics and children played in the green space. We at HEPI believe that we, in concert with the City, can provide both a safe, friendly, and serene environment for those interred, those visiting loved ones, and those wanting to learn about our past or just take a break from the hubbub.historicelmwoodpinewood.org.

CONTACT
Casey Wilson | Carben Events + Marketing | casey@carbenevents.com | 704-575-9214

Join HopeWay for an educational event: “The Sooner, The Better: Addressing Today’s Adolescent Mental Health Crisis.” Dr. Harold Koplewicz, one of the nation’s leading child and adolescent psychiatrists, and Dr. Alyson Kuroski-Mazzei, HopeWay’s CEO & Chief Medical Officer, will address the top challenges youth are facing and ways to offer meaningful support and help build resiliency.

Join us at a half-day coffee greet, book signing, symposium and luncheon at the Charlotte Country Club or at a special floral workshop at the Wing Haven Nursery as we celebrate the mission and the legacy of the Wing Haven Foundation with an event highlighting our vision to inspire a passion for the natural world. Enjoy the national perspectives of leading horticulturist and award-winning author Kelly D. Norris speaking on the "New Naturalism" in garden design and a presentation with live demonstrations by the renowned floral designer Michael Walter of Lexington Gardens (NYC). You won’t want to miss it!

Individual Tickets $150
Individual Sponsorships available! Contact Development Director Susan Evans to learn more: susan@winghavengardens.org

Presented to the community by
Wells Fargo
Full sponsor list found on our website.