We are starting to add in-person events to this list, but it still has a lot of virtual events. This list will be a combination of in-person and virtual events for some time. Also during this time we're including some events that are more... Read the whole entry...» You don't have to travel far to visit a historically and geologically interesting site. Big Rock Nature Preserve, at 6500 Elmstone Drive, is near Stonecrest at Piper Glen, a large shopping center in Ballantyne. When you follow the... Read the whole entry...» Companies are offering freebies to healthcare workers and other frontline employees for their hard work and dedication now and always. There hasn't been a more challenging time in recent history to be a healthcare worker, and just by showing... Read the whole entry...» The Violin Shoppe is presenting a free virtual concert on Monday, August 24th, 2020, at 8 p.m. Glen Alexander and Joe Cline will be picking some of your favorite tunes! Tune in to the Violin Shoppe's Facebook page. Also, the Violin Shoppe is... Read the whole entry...» Save money every day by knowing where the “kids eat free” deals are around Charlotte. We verified every one of these deals in January, 2020, but they can change their deals at any time. Also, in many cases there were several locations... Read the whole entry...» Fireworks are in short supply this year, but you could say that sunflowers are nature's fireworks, and they are definitely not canceled! On this page we will be updating the inside scoop on sunflower fields that are a short drive from... Read the whole entry...» Charlotte Motor Speedway is bringing drive-in movies to the community! The events will benefit Speedway Children's Charities. The movies will be shown on the 16,000 square foot HDTV screen. Families can listen through their FM radio. Guests... Read the whole entry...» Face masks protect other people around you, especially if you have the virus and don't know it. By increasing the percentage of people wearing face masks, and continuing to practice social distancing, we can slow the spread, protect our... Read the whole entry...» Say cheese! Bargain hunters always smile when they can stretch their dining-out budget — especially when it comes to buying gift cards. Known for its extensive menu, generous portions and legendary desserts, The Cheesecake Factory is helping... Read the whole entry...» City of Concord Parks & Recreation is presenting some pop-up programs in parks the week of August 24th to 28th, 2020. All of these programs are free, are for all ages, and don't require registration. Face coverings and social distancing... Read the whole entry...» Outdoor movies are a staple of summer entertainment for families. Normally there are at least 10 outdoor movie series throughout the Charlotte area. They're a fun night out, usually including kids' activities, like face painting,... Read the whole entry...» The Metropolitan Opera has closed, but it's offering nightly streams of encore presentations from its Live in HD series. The streams will begin on Monday, March 16th, 2020. Each will begin at 7:30 p.m. on the date listed below, and will... Read the whole entry...» Update: The contest has ended. Congratulations to Caroline Thomas! You've won the gift certificate. Look for an email. Charlotte Warehouse Sale is offering one lucky reader a $50 gift certificate to their next sale, which starts Saturday,... Read the whole entry...» Things are about to get a lot sweeter in the South End. On Tuesday, August 25th, 2020, Krispy Kreme is opening at 2116 Hawkins Street. The location will also be home to Insomnia Cookies. Talk about a sugar rush! Throughout grand opening week, Krispy... Read the whole entry...» This is the second of our series of video tours of bike rides, with a special focus on Mecklenburg County Greenways. Keep reading to see a video, as well as more information and pictures. The Mecklenburg County greenway system is a set of linear... Read the whole entry...» Victorian Era house in Plaza Midwood. Photo by Tom Hanchett. It's still a challenge to find things that we can do outside, as so many of the activities that we enjoy have been temporarily halted. Any time of year is a good time to get out... Read the whole entry...» |