February 14 Chocolate Adventure is a signature Valentine’s Day event where you can experience a top notch chocolate and wine pairing event. The organizers boast of a creation of handmade chocolate desserts that are paired with perfectly selected wines for the ultimate taste experience. Chef Altonnia “Tony” Wilkins, a well versed culinary expert who’s worked […]
Have you heard about the grand opening of the Sealife Aquarium at Concord Mills? It’ll provide the opportunity to walk “through” the ocean while you witness sharks and other underwater creatures swimming above and around you. I always find these types of sea exhibits interesting — so long as there are no leaks! Ticket […]
December 31 The proper name of the all inclusive, community oriented and diverse New Year’s celebration is First Night Charlotte. Activities will kick off at Romare Bearden Park at 1 p.m. with events for children until 6 p.m. The evening festivities begin at 8 p.m. and run until 12:30 a.m. with live airing on WBTV […]
October 8 I somehow missed that India.Arie is coming to town!! I am soo excited. Her work is timeless, pure, thought provoking and moving. She’s created several Neo-soul hits and now has moved on to produce work that has a more international and spiritual feel. Seating is first come first stand/general admission at The Fillmore […]
September 28 I grew up visiting the Smithsonian Museums in Washington, DC for FREE, every day of the week! I was surprised to learn that other museums actually have a cost for entry. Fortunately, for everyone living outside of Washington, DC, there is the National Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day where participating museums will allow free […]
September 28 Founder and Super Bowl Champion Chris Canty of the Baltimore Ravens has sponsored a youth leadership conference for all high school students from 8:30 a.m. to Noon on September 28, 2013 on the Campus of Johns C. Smith University. A number of speakers will host sessions on Nutrition for Teens, Self Confidence for Young Ladies […]
September 20-22 Festival in the park is one of the strongest festivals in the area. This year makes its 49th appearance and effort to help stimulate and promote interest in the arts. There are activities for kids, art for sale, live music from a variety of artists, acting, more music and food. Some parties involved […]
September 20 SlamCharlotte has a monthly poetry slam. This month they’re at Booth Playhouse. Three rounds of poetry and 12 poets, featuring Liz Prisley and hosted by Mr. Bluz. Winners receive cash prizes. The group is well known on the national level having won the national competition in 2007 and 2008. The national slam competition was even here […]
A film series kicked off on September 14 that will introduce a collection of four documentary films that explore the nature of how we consume, experience, and respond to cinema. The four-film series, titled THE CINEMATIC EXPERIENCE, will include the remaining titles: October 12 – The Projection Room November 2 – The Rep November 9 – Martin Hill: Camera Man […]
If you know anything about the SE, you know that football is one of THE most preferred past times. We’ll see what Cam Newton and the squad does this year. We all hold our breath for victories. Best of luck to them this season as they represent Charlotte! Check out the schedule and tickets here. […]
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