Streaming Films, TV Shows Shot in Charlotte: April 2020
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Try This At Home: How Restaurateur Bruce Moffett Is Navigating COVID-19
The shutdown forces him to pass dishes from his five-restaurant food empire from curb, window, and doorway
Podcast Challenges Men to Drop the Mic, Let Women Say Their Piece
A look at veteran journalist Stuart Watson’s ManListening series
Davidson College Professor Teaches the Art and Craft of Letterpress Printing
“Something like this gives people the opportunity to slow down and think about information in a different way.”
How This Charlotte Entrepreneur is Pivoting Her Company to Save Employee Jobs
In Partnership with Closets By Design "Pivot, pivotttt!" What was once just a funny line from a Friends episode is now most local business owners' main mantra. As the coronavirus pandemic has forced many Charlotte restaurants and shops to close…
One Charlotte Woman’s Struggle With the ‘Getting Ahead’ Myth
For generations, economists, pundits, and holders of public office have told the poor that pulling themselves out of poverty was just a matter of acquiring the right skills, making the right choices, and having the right attitude. In a city where getting ahead is practically a religion, Cheryl Potts has done a lot right—and she hasn’t gotten far
What You Can, Can’t Do Under Charlotte’s Stay-At-Home Order
Restrictions begin at 8 a.m. Thursday, extend through at least April 16
The Cost of Expensive Dirt in Charlotte
Land prices, especially near uptown, are forcing even some affluent homeowners to flee for 'the sticks'
It Would Have Been Easier to Tear Down Our Myers Park Ranch and Start Over.
But homes like these were built to last, so we gave ours a second chance
Go on a Virtual Getaway to the Blue Ridge Mountains
In Partnership with Blue Ridge Travelers During a pandemic that requires self-isolation, people have shown just how creative they can be. Whether friends are toasting over video chat or businesses are offering delivery service for the first time ever, there…
Things To Do
Feb
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Feb 9 – Aug 30 all-day
This exhibition features more than 100 works of art on loan from across the U.S., as well as England, with an exclusive focus on black basalt sculpture—the first show of its kind to do so. Works range from life-size portrait busts to fanciful vases and dynamic statues of mythological heroes.
With the help of the prominent Charlotte muralist and street artist known as “Owl,” each of the exhibition rooms will feature a specially commissioned graphic mural in striking, sunset hues.
Mar
13
Fri
Discover Charlotte’s best, new food truck rally that is hosted by West End’s first craft brewery, Blue Blaze Brewing, in partnership with Historic West End Partners. Savor local food trucks with a variety of unique, dynamic, and delicious dishes, to celebrate one of Charlotte’s best traditions in one of Charlotte’s most culturally rich and historic neighborhoods.
Happening every Friday evening from March 13 through May 29 at starting at 5 pm and live music at 6 pm. West End Food Truck Friday is free to attend, as well as dog- and family-friendly. Non-alcoholic, local cider, and wine options are available.
Mar
26
Thu
Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte presents the uproarious comedy with music, ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS by Richard Bean. In “the funniest show in the western world,” Francis Henshall is looking to make his mark. Fired from a skiffle band and in search of work, he finds himself employed by TWO shifty “guvnors”. Fighting a mounting sense of confusion, Francis goes out of his way to serve both bosses. But with the distractions of a pneumatic book keeper, a self-important actor, and his own mammoth appetite to contend with, how long can he keep them apart? Mistaken identities, outrageous farce, love triangles, and inspired lunacy.
Pay what you can night is Thursday, March 26 with a suggested ticket price of just $10. Two preview performances with half-priced tickets will be Friday, March 27 and Saturday, March 28. Official opening night is Wednesday, April 1 and the show will run through Saturday, May 2.
Visit www.atcharlotte.org for full show dates and times.
Apr
3
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Weekly Friday night steel tip darts blind draw. 8pm. $6 entry fee. Open to all skill levels. Grab your darts and come on out!
Apr
4
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Come celebrate Jesus’ resurrection at the Billy Graham Library. Bring your family for the Resurrection Quest, an engaging Christ-centered activity that’s perfect for adults and kids to enjoy together as you walk through the Library’s Journey of Faith tour. While you’re here, take your children to story time, create fun crafts, and snap a photo with baby animals at the on-site petting zoo.
Activities are available from 9:30 a.m.– 3:30 p.m.:
Resurrection Quest: Beginning at 9:30 a.m., we invite children to pick up the free, fun Resurrection Quest card to look for clues that tell the Biblical account of the Easter story through The Journey of Faith tour. When you are finished, bring your completed card to the Patio to create your booklet and receive a free gift!
Story Time on the Patio: Enjoy a free, interactive telling of the Easter story on the Library Patio.
Crafts: Kids are invited to participate in a craft that will focus on the significance of the cross and celebration of Christ’s resurrection. There are two options, one for ages 3-12 and another for 12+. Cost for each is $10.
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