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Children exploring Mint Museum
Community

Charlotte: GO. PLAY. SEE.: 4 Fun Things to Experience This Month

Charlotte: GO. PLAY. SEE.: 4 Fun Things to Experience This Month May 1, 2024 By: HERE News ENJOY FREE ADMISSION TO THE MINT MUSEUM Starting May 1, children in grades K-12 can enjoy free admission to both locations of the Mint Museum for an entire year with an adult admission. This opportunity was made possible through Mint Board of Trustees Member Charlotte Wickham, who partnered with Charlotte Ballet dancer Humberto

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"Spring Festival in Charlotte"
Community

By The Numbers: Spring in Charlotte

By The Numbers: Spring in Charlotte A herd of rankings, expenses, crowds, and fines as we careen toward summer April 29, 2024 By Greg Lacour, Tess Allen, The Malpass Brothers Courtesy, Kimberly Manning 5 The number of Music Festivals to jazz up the month of May: Lovin’ Life Music Fest May 3-5 This multiday, multigenre music festival is the first of its kind in Charlotte since CityFest Live! shut down

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Uptown Charlotte art festival
Art

Charlotte SHOUT! Celebrates Creative Culture in Charlotte

Charlotte SHOUT! fosters a creative culture in Charlotte Charlotte SHOUT! has returned for the third consecutive year. The event ran from March 29 to April 14, 2024, and there were plenty of opportunities to see all that Charlotte offers. SHOUT! is an art festival in Uptown Charlotte that lasted over two weeks. Residents could participate in fun events and opportunities for the community to experience and enjoy. Art, Food, Music,

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LGBTQ Film Festival Poster
Cinema

Charlotte Pride’s Reel Out LGBTQ Film Festival Returns with an Exciting Lineup

Charlotte Pride’s Reel Out LGBTQ Film Festival Returns with an Exciting Lineup Charlotte, NC – April 26, 2024 Charlotte Pride’s Reel Out LGBTQ film festival is back this year, promising a diverse and engaging lineup of films that celebrate LGBTQ stories and voices. The festival is set to take place at the Independent Picture House in Charlotte from May 15-19, offering attendees a unique opportunity to engage with thought-provoking cinema

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"Outdoor concert scene illuminated"
Community

Charlotte Celebrates Landmark Moment with Hozier and Allison Russell

Charlotte Celebrates Landmark Moment with Hozier and Allison Russell Outdoor Concert Season Kicks Off with a Bang at PNC Music Pavilion By: HERE News April 25, 2024 Outdoor concert season in Charlotte got off to a rousing start Tuesday night as Irish folk/soul artist Andrew Hozier-Byrne, known simply as Hozier, graced the stage at PNC Music Pavilion for the third stop on his Unreal Unearth Tour. With clear skies and

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Summer festival in Charlotte
Community

Local festival hopes to be the kickoff to summer in Charlotte

Local festival hopes to be the ‘kickoff’ to summer in Charlotte A celebration of culture and community is coming to Charlotte on April 27 at the Got Soul: Savor the Culture festival. The festival, put on by the South Charlotte Jack & Jill chapter, aims to bring the community together for a day of fun and entertainment. Community Focus Jack & Jill is a membership-only organization dedicated to “strengthening future

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Charlotte city department building
Community

City of Charlotte Launches New Department to Support Residents and Neighborhoods

City of Charlotte Opens New Department to Support Residents and Neighborhoods The City of Charlotte has recently established a new department dedicated to providing support for residents and neighborhoods. The department, called Housing & Neighborhood Services, is led by Rebecca Hefner, who brings a wealth of experience to her role as director. With a background in various city departments and a passion for community engagement, Hefner is excited to lead

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Charlotte skyline under sunshine
Community

Wonderful Workweek Ahead in Charlotte

Wonderful Workweek Ahead in Charlotte Patchy Frost and Freeze Possible Monday Morning Charlotte residents can look forward to a wonderful workweek ahead, with variable clouds and a stray shower possibly greeting them on Monday morning as temperatures dip into the 30s and 40s. However, skies will quickly clear by the afternoon, offering cool sunshine and high temperatures in the 60s. Patchy Frost and Freeze in the Mountains For those in

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Charlotte authors with books
Community

Charlotte Book Club: A Roundup of New Books by Local Authors

Charlotte Book Club: A Roundup of New Books by Local Authors Recently published and upcoming releases from Charlotte writers April 21, 2024 By HERE News Greg Lacour, Author Tommy Tomlinson – Dogland The glorious subtitle: Passion, Glory, and Lots of Slobber at the Westminster Dog Show. Tomlinson is a longtime Charlotte resident, podcast host, and beloved former newspaper columnist whose first book, The Elephant in the Room, chronicles his lifelong

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"Community building playground together"
Charity

Charlotte Playground Build Unites Community

Charlotte Playground Build Unites Community By HERE News CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The 19th Annual Charlotte Playground Build kicked off at Westerly Hills Academy in west Charlotte, showcasing the power of community collaboration and youth empowerment. Approximately 250 volunteers from 17 different companies joined forces to make the event a success, providing both funding and manpower to install a brand new playground for the students. Students Take the Lead One of

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