365 Things to Do in Charlotte | Our Top 3 Picks for FEB 6 - FEB 8 2014 Thursday, February 6 Bill Hanna’s Vintage Dance Band Bill Hanna’s Vintage Dance Band will be at Grand Central this evening, FEB 6: Let’s go dancing! Bill Hanna’s Vintage Dance Band is a 20-piece orchestra, accompanied by accomplished vocalist, Renee Ebalaroza. Dance the swing, shag, fox trot, cha cha, waltz, rumba, salsa, and quickstep to the tunes of this popular orchestra. Complimentary dance lessons begin at 7 p.m. as does food service, including a light dining menu and a full bar. Band plays 8-11PM $10. Grand … Continue reading...
What’s Happening This Weekend in Charlotte NC? 11/29/2013
What's Happening This Weekend in Charlotte NC? 11/29/2013 EpiCentre Craft Brew Crawl at The Pavilion – Friday, November 29 Whether you’ll still be trying to digest that turkey or depression kicked in after spending your entire savings on today with Black Friday Shopping, the EpiCentre Craft Brew Crawl can cure what 'ales' you! Your favorite EpiCentre bars will be open including BlackFinn, StrikeCity, Vida, Bubble, Whisky River, and the newly revamped SUITE! Each bar will feature craft favorites to make you and your taste buds happy! The fun begins at 8pm. Remember to have a designated … Continue reading...
What’s Happening In Charlotte This Weekend? 10/05/2013
What's Happening In Charlotte This Weekend? 10/05/2013 There's plenty going on all across Charlotte this weekend but, here are a few highlights of the weekend... 17th Annual Charlotte Race For The Cure® - October 5 The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure® will begin at 7:15AM tomorrow, October 5. This fundraising event is the largest series of 5K runs/fitness walks in the world. Join participants to raise both funds and awareness in the fight against breast cancer, celebrate survivors and honor those who have lost their battle to this epidemic disease. Participants may run, walk, or sleep in … Continue reading...
Things to Do in Charlotte – Week Ending SEPT 29, 2013
Things to Do in Charlotte - Week Ending SEPT 29, 2013 Romare Bearden Park Cajun Festival---Sept. 28th Saturday, September 28th, Mecklenburg County Parks and Recreation will be hosting the first Romare Bearden Park Cajun Festival at Charlotte's newest Uptown park. This family-friendly event will feature the sights, sounds and tastes of our favorite Cajun and Zydeco attractions from the region. Saturday, September 28th 11am - 8pm 15th Annual Oktoberfest---Sept. 20th-Oct. 20th Join Waldhorn Restaurant as they celebrate the 15th Annual Oktoberfest on Friday and Saturday nights starting September … Continue reading...
Things to Do in Charlotte NC – 49th Annual Festival in the Park
Things to Do in Charlotte NC – 49th Annual Festival in the Park Driving through historic Dilworth with clients, I realized that I had not shared this fabulous Charlotte event with you this year! What are you going to be doing this weekend? You won't want to miss the festival that Charlotteans look forward to each and every year (and have since 1964)! The festival where we all congregate in the fall for the art, music, shopping and carnival-style food, is one of Charlotte’s favorite events of the year. Charlotte’s 49th annual FESTIVAL IN THE PARK is this month–beginning in just a couple of … Continue reading...
Art Abounds at Spirit Square in Charlotte NC
Charlotte NC: Art Abounds at Spirit Square First Baptist Church, erected in the early 1900’s, was designed by J.M. McMichael of Harrisburg, PA. The central element of the structure (which has no steeple) is the Byzantine dome, similar to New York City’s Madison Square Presbyterian Church. Church goers marveled at the stained glass windows, just as you will. One window, on the south side of the sanctuary, was donated by Vinton Liddell in honor of his father, W. F. Liddell. Originally doubtful that the acoustics would be sufficient for even being able to hear a sermon in the church, but … Continue reading...
What’s Happening in Charlotte NC This Weekend? 7/3/2013
What's Happening in Charlotte NC This Weekend? 7/3/2013 Carolina Panther Fan Fest Join us at the Panthers at Fan Fest, presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, on Saturday, Aug. 3 at Bank of America. Fan Fest will offer festivities for everyone, as well as entertainment opportunities all around the stadium. Gates open at 2 p.m. The team will also host a scrimmage on the field. Last year's Fan Fest drew an announced crowd of 22,070 and was the largest crowd for the event since 1996. After a scrimmage, players will sign autographs for fans. Blue 5k Presented by the … Continue reading...
4th of July Events in Charlotte – 2013
4th of July Events in Charlotte - 2013 - Where to be and be seen on July 4, 2013 Festivities for Independence Day 2013 begin TODAY, Tuesday, July 2, 2013! Charlotteans will find plenty to do in and around Charlotte to celebrate Independence Day. As typically happens in Charlotte, the list of Charlotte events grows the week of the 4th so, stay tuned for free museums, fireworks, auto racing and more in the upcoming days. If you are hosting or know of a 4th of July event in the Charlotte area that you would like included in our list, e-mail me at SavvyBroker@me.com. Please take 3 minutes to … Continue reading...
Phillips Place Showcase | Fashion and Food Event: 6/21/2013, 6:00pm at Phillips Place
Phillips Place Showcase | Fashion and Food Event: 6/21/2013, 6:00pm at Phillips Place Upcoming Charlotte Events: get information about Phillips Place Showcase | Fashion and Food Event, including maps and driving directions. For more information on purchasing tickets, visit ticketleap.com. "Join the finest fashion boutiques and award-winning restaurants in Charlotte for a progressive evening to benifit Carolina Breast Friends. Experience industry leading fashion, taste succulent food and enjoy beer and wine provided by Mutual Distributing at each stop for only $20 in advance. Proceeds … Continue reading...
What’s Happening in South End This Weekend (6/14/2013)?
What's Happening in South End This Weekend (6/14/2013)? Food Truck Friday/Sizzlin Saturday/South End Super Flea This weekend at Camden and Park Avenue, check out Food Truck Friday, Sizzlin Saturday and the South End Super Flea: South End Activities ***Note that Super Flea will now begin a little later in the mornings so new hours are 10am to 3pm. Outdoor Movie Night tonight at Atherton Mill After you enjoy the food trucks, head down to Atherton to enjoy The Amazing Spider-Man under the trees. Grab your blankets, save your space and head over for some popcorn or desserts from Savory Spice … Continue reading...