Nothing says "Summer" like Strawberries!!

www.hallfamilyfarm.com

 

And no one does strawberries like Hall Family Farm. I absolutely adore Hall Family Farm. Right past Ballantyne, we've been going for a few years now for strawberries in the spring/summer, and for pumpkins in the fall. They even do birthday parties, and my twins had a BLAST when they celebrated their second birthday at the Hall Family Farm pumpkin patch.

This year the weather has been tricky, but now the strawberry fields are looking GREAT, and the strawberries are delicious. Every day you can pick-your-own strawberries, take a hayride, check out the chickens, play in the awesome kids' area (sandbox, rubber duck races, tricycles, maze, etc.).

And I can't forget the smoothies and funnel cakes!! They also have a great farm stand with pre-picked berries, breads, honey, jellies, jams and more. If you are looking for a great family outing, Hall Family Farm is the place to be. They update daily on their Facebook Page about farm hours and field conditions, so be sure to "LIKE" them to stay up to date on what's happening at the farm.

Make it a great week!!

Blessings,
The Buzz

Monday, May 20

• Check out Barnes & Noble at Carolina Place for their Marvelous Monday Storytime at 10am. This morning's book is Super Ladybug to the Rescue. More info...
• Last one for the season...make a splash at Ray's Splash Planet's Parent and Tot Meet and Greet today 10am-3pm. More info...
• Check out the University City library's Mobile Learning Adventure today 10am-2pm. More info...
• Head to the Reedy Creek Nature Center this morning at 10am for Budding Adventures. More info...

Tuesday, May 21

• The Billy Graham Library hosts a new exhibit through June 30th. Don't miss Rooted in Prayer: Biblical Truths for Everyday Living. More info...
• Ages 11 to 14 are invited to the Latta Plantation Nature Center for Latta Homeschoolers: Bioluminescence at 1:30pm. More info...
• Don't miss Grow Caterpillar, Grow: LEGO Storytime at 4pm. Barnes & Noble at the Arboretum. Please register. More info...

Wednesday, May 22

• Head to the Main Library downtown to check out the Colonial Charlotte Diorama on loan from the Charlotte Museum of History. More info...
• If you have little ones ages 5 to 7, register them for Winghaven Gardens' Planting a Pizza this afternoon at 3:30pm. More info...
• Ages 8 to 11 are invited to Imaginon this afternoon for Wii U Gaming at 4pm. More info...

Thursday, May 23

• Join the Preschool Nature Club today at 10am for Where is our Soil Going? at the Latta Plantation Nature Center. More info...
• Food Lion Speedstreet kicks off in Uptown Charlotte today with lots of events and concerts through Saturday. More info...
• Head to the Tom Sykes Rec Center (Dilworth Elementary) this afternoon for Elmo Eats at 5:30pm. More info...
• The Community School of Davidson presents Little Shop of Horrors with shows through Saturday. More info... 
• Don't miss the Legends All Star Race this evening at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Children 13 and under get in FREE with a paying adult. More info...
• RiverJam is tonight at the US National Whitewater Center, with music by Brother Dege. More info...
• Charlotte Eagles vs. U23 Sounders More info...

Friday, May 24

• If you homeschool, head to the shores of Lake Wylie and the Copperhead Island Specialty Park for Homeschool Family Field Day today 9am-2pm. Registration required. More info...
• Don't miss the Coca-Cola Family Track Walk and Concert this afternoon at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. The fun begins at 2pm. More info...
• Learn about Wildlife and Native Plants this afternoon at 4pm at the Reedy Creek Nature Center. More info...
• Barnes & Noble at Carolina Place hosts Fantastical Suessical Storytime tonight at 7pm with The Lorax. More info...
• Head to Village Park in Kannapolis for their Movies in the Park. Tonight's movie is Wreck it Ralph. More info...

Saturday, May 25

• Don't miss Adventure Landing's Superhero Meet & Greet with Spiderman and Ironman today beginning at 10am. More info...
• Head to the Reedy Creek Nature Center to learn all about Wonderful Weather this morning at 11am. More info...
• Check out Barnes & Noble at Birkdale for Oh The Places You Will Go Storytime this morning at 11am. More info...
• Today is the 9th Annual Family Fun Day at the Gaston County Museum. 11:30am-2:30pm and FREE! More info...
• Learn what lives In a Drop of Water this afternoon at the McDowell Nature Center at 2:30pm. More info...
• See NASCAR Nationwide's History 300 this afternoon at 2:45 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Children 13 and under get in FREE with a paying adult. More info...

Sunday, May 26

• Head to the McDowell Nature Center this afternoon at 1pm for Family Creek Exploration. More info...
• Learn about Not So Scary Snakes this afternoon at 3pm at the Reedy Creek Nature Center. More info...
• It's time again for the Coca-Cola 600 this evening at 6pm at Charlotte Motor Speedway. More info...
• Check out the US National Whitewater Center's Memorial Day Celebration complete with live music and fireworks. More info...

And since it's a holiday weekend...

Monday, May 27

• Head to Symphony Park at Southpark for the Patriot Festival 2013, starting with a 5K, and events through the morning. More info...
• The Spraygrounds open today!!! Open daily 10am-8pm through Labor Day. More info...
• See The World's Funniest Animals today at the Schiele Museum. 10:30am and 2:30pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Toledo More info...

Save the Date:
May 31-June 9: Day Out with Thomas @ Tweetsie More info...
June 1: Museum in Motion Festival More info...
June 11-August 6: Regal Summer Movie Express More info...
June 21-23: Meet Dora & Diego @ Tweetsie More info...
July 12-14: Meet SpongeBob & Patrick @ Tweetsie More info...
July 16: The Greatest Journey More info...

Have an event or happening that The Queen City Buzz should know about? Email queencitybuzz@gmail.com with details.

In the NIC of Time 2013 - Great Fun, Great Cause!

http://inthenicoftime.org/

Looking for a fun night out that benefits an amazing local organization? Mark your calendars for In the NIC of Time 2013. This event benefits the Cottie & Cake Fund.

From "Cottie & Cake":
"In 2011, the Hampton family set out to create a unique event to bring awareness to the miracles that take place every day in our own community. They wanted to use their story to ask the community to come together and support the Neonatal Intensive Care Nursery at Levine Children’s Hospital (LCH) and the Charlotte Fetal Care Center, both places where the Hampton family witnessed miracles.

2013 will be the 3^rd annual “In the NIC of Time” event, which takes place each year near Kate and Scottie Hampton’s birthday. Thanks to the generosity of hundreds of donors and sponsors, over $125,000 has been raised to date. The proceeds from this event go into The Cottie & Cake Fund, which benefits neonatal care and prenatal research at the Neonatal Intensive Care Nursery at Levine Children’s Hospital and the Charlotte Fetal Care Center, respectively."

This year's event is May 31st at 7pm at the Ritz-Carlton Urban Garden. You can buy your tickets HERE. Come on out and support this awesome organization.

Blessings,
The Buzz

Monday, May 13

• The list has begun...check out our Fall/Winter Consignment Sale page, and let us know which sales we need to add!! More info...
• Sign up today for Kids Bowl Free and your children bowl FREE all summer long (2 games per day). More info...
• Don't miss the Charlotte Symphony Youth Orchestra's Spring Concert tonight at 7:30pm at Halton Theater. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Pawtucket More info...

Tuesday, May 14

• Today is a FREE Tuesday by Duke Energy at the Schiele Museum. 4-8pm. More info...
• Ages 4 to 8 are invited to the Kannapolis library at 4pm for their Princess Party. More info...
• Children ages 3 to 9 are invited to the Main Library in Gastonia for Bedtime Math @ Your Library this evening at 7pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Pawtucket More info...
• Charlotte Eagles vs. Charleston Battery More info...

Wednesday, May 15

• Enjoy Family Storytime this morning at 10:30am at Imaginon. More info...
• Head to Discovery Place Kids for their Wonderful Wednesday: Going Green with special activities at 11am and 2pm. More info...
• Don't miss the Sign Language Program this afternoon at the Scaleybark library at 4pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Louisville More info...

Thursday, May 16

• Register by today for the Birkdale Animal Hospital Kids Triathlon Series. Race #2 is on Sunday. More info...
• Don't miss Crafty with Critters this afternoon at 3:30pm at the McDowell Nature Center. More info...
• Discovery Place kids is hosting Family Night at Chick-Fil-a this evening at the Huntersville location. More info...
• RiverJam continues this week at the US National Whitewater Center. Tonight's music from the Tumbleweed Wanderers. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Louisville More info...

Friday, May 17

• Independence Hill Church in Huntersville sponsors Hearts for Heroes Fun Days today and tomorrow. More info...
• Head to the Charlotte Motor Speedway for the NC Education Lottery 200 tonight at 8pm. Children 13 and under are FREE with a paying adult. More info...
• Don't miss the Red Rose Festival today and tomorrow in Lancaster. More info...
• Pineville Parks & Rec kicks off their Rockin' & Reelin' 2013 Summer Movie and Music Series with The Entertainers\at Pineville Lake Park. More info...
• Check out Indian Trail's 2013 Sunset Series, FREE movies in the park. Tonight's movie is Brave! More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Louisville More info...

Saturday, May 18

• Head to downtown Pineville for the kick off of Market Days. 7am-2pm. More info...
• Lace up your shoes for the River Bound Race Series at Fisher Farm Park. More info..., or the YMCA's Run! Ballantyne, More info..., or Free to Breathe Charlotte 5K and Fun Run More info...
• The Charlotte Nature Museum hosts a Fairy Festival today 10am-1pm. More info...
• The Ballantyne Reading Academy hosts a StoryWalk this morning 10-11am. More info...
• Don't miss Waxhaw's SpringFest 2013 today and tomorrow. More info...
• Check out the new exhibit Mammal Safari opening today at the Schiele Museum. More info..
• Lots of fun to be had today at the 2013 Family Festival at Historic Rosedale. 11am-6pm. More info...
• The Latta Plantation Nature Center hosts the Get Outdoors! Play Festival today 11am-3pm. More info...
• Are you a NASCAR Hall of Fame Member? RSVP for the Members-Only Garage Tour at Charlotte Motor Speedway. More info...
• The Charlotte Children's Choir joins with the Charlotte Folk Society for The Great American Folk Song this afternoon at 3pm at Matthews United Methodist Church. More info...
• A better afternoon runner? Lace up your shoes for the Let Me Run Grand Slam 5K at Knights Stadium. More info...
• Head to the Kannapolis library for Stories Under the Stars this evening at 7pm. More info...
• Don't miss the NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race tonight at 7:30 at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. More info...

Sunday, May 19

• Probably not overly kid-friendly, but you can lace up your shoes for the Zombie Run this afternoon at the Cabarrus Arena at 12:30pm. More info...
• Head to the Schiele Museum this afternoon to experience Sheepshearing 2013. 1-5pm. More info...
• Learn about Eating the Rainbow this afternoon at 2pm at Discovery Place Kids. More info...
• Don't miss the 8th Annual Festa Italiana today beginning at 1pm at Queens University. More info...

Save the Date:
May 23-25: Food Lion Speedstreet More info...
June 1: Museum in Motion Festival More info...

Have an event or happening that The Queen City Buzz should know about? Email queencitybuzz@gmail.com with details.

My Mothers Day Gift to Me...Simplicity!!!

http://www.simplicity-organizers.com/

I gave myself an early Mother's Day gift in the form of the fabulous Simplicity Organizers (truth be told, my sweet mom started me off at Christmas with a gift certificate for a few hours...thanks Mom). Recently awarded Charlotte Magazine's BOB (Best of the Best) award, Simplicity transformed my playroom, the kids bedrooms, the kitchen and disastrous pantry, and my desk space. I love, love, love those spaces in my house now. Yes, there is still clutter (I mean come on, 3 kids under 6, a dog, and all their STUFF), but I have great new systems in place and things are working SO much better and I feel SO less stressed thanks to Anne, Jaime and Katie from Simplicity. If you are looking to de-stress, and de-clutter, look no further than the wonderful team at Simplicity...they ROCK!!!

Happy Mother's Day to all of the moms out there...hope you get spoiled rotten and pampered on Sunday (there's always room for wishful thinking, right?!?!).

Monday, May 6

• Our Summer Camp List is up...have more for us to add? Email queencitybuzz@gmail.com with great camp names and websites! More info...
• Don't miss a splashing good time at Ray's Splash Planet's Parent and Tot Meet and Greet today 10am-3pm. More info...
• Children ages 7 to 12 are invited to a Kids Bicycle Safety & Educational Rodeo this evening at Sun & Ski Sports Promenade at 6pm. More info...

Tuesday, May 7

• Don't miss the Family Fun Day at Carolina Place Mall today at 11am. More info...
• Head to the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden at Noon to learn about Nature's Way. More info...
• There's another Kids Bicycle Safety & Educational Rodeo this evening for ages 7 to 12 at Madison Central Park at 5pm. More info...
• Starting tonight through Sunday, May 19th, you can be amazed by Traces at the Knight Theatre. More info...

Wednesday, May 8

• Today is National Bike to School Day. Check the link to see if your school is participating. More info...
• If you homeschool, take the students to Make Your Own Hiking Stick today at 10am at the Latta Plantation Nature Center. More info...
• Head to the McDowell Nature Center this afternoon for Geotastic Geocaching. 4:30-6pm. More info...

Thursday, May 9

• Head to the Billy Graham Library for the Stormie Omartian Book Signing this morning, 10-11:30am. More info...
• Don't miss the LEAF Festival in Black Mountain with events today through Sunday. More info...
• Ages 5 to 8 are invited to Winghaven Gardens at 3:30pm to create a Mothers Day Gift. Please register. More info...
• Today through Sunday you can see some amazing swimmers at the 2013 SwimMAC Charlotte Ultraswim at the Mecklenburg Aquatic Center. More info...
• There's another Kids Bicycle Safety & Educational Rodeo this evening for ages 7 to 12 at Queen City Bicycles at 5pm. More info...
• Tell the hubby to be home on time, and head to Moms Night Out at Carolina Place Mall. 6-9pm. More info...
• The US National Whitewater Center hosts their River Jam this evening at 7pm with a River Jam Run at 6:30pm. More info...

Friday, May 10

• Head to the Britax Headquarters in Fort Mill for their FREE Car Seat Checking Station this morning 8-11:30am. More info...
• Don't miss Kannapolis' 34th Annual Village Fest tonight and tomorrow in downtown Kannapolis. More info...
• University City Performing Arts presents My Favorite Things tonight and tomorrow at Halton Theater. More info... 
• Check out NarroWay Productions' A Tribute to Mothers show tonight and tomorrow. More info...

Saturday, May 11

• Lace up your shoes for the 2nd Annual Charlotte Promise Walk for Preeclampsia at Frank Liske Park. More info..., or the Run Wild 5k (and Wild Child Fun Run) in Huntersville. More info...
• Today is National Train Day. Enjoy the fun today at the NC Transportation Museum in Spencer. More info...
• Celebrate Mothers Day at the Garden today and tomorrow, 9am-3pm at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. All moms get in FREE! More info...
• Head to the Hello Huntersville Festival today 10am-2pm. More info...
• Enjoy a Mother's Day celebration with your little one at the Gaston County Museum this morning, 10-11am. More info...
• If you're a gardener, head to Winghaven Gardens today or tomorrow for their Gardeners' Garden Tour. More info...
• Don't miss the Mayfair Arts and Crafts Festival today and tomorrow at University Place. More info...
• Take a Guided Surrey Tour of Uptown Charlotte today at 10am or Noon, or a Haunted Surrey Tour of Uptown Charlotte this evening at 6pm or 8pm. Reservations required. More info...
• Take part in the Big BINGO Bike Ride - Experience Charlotte Without a Windshield today 11am-4pm. More info...
• Charlotte City Ballet presents The Dancing Princesses today at 3pm and 7pm at Fulwood Theater in Matthews. More info...
• Lace up your shoes (and find your neon sweatbands) for the Run Back to the 80s this afternoon at 4pm in Uptown. More info...
• Listen to The Stranger (a Billy Joel tribute band) at Stumptown Park as part of the Matthews Summer Concert & Movie Series. More info...

Sunday, May 12 - Happy Mother's Day

• Lace up your shoes for The Friends Run at Shalom Park at 8am. More info...
• Check out the Epicentre's All About Mom event, today 1-3pm. More info...
• Moms get in FREE at Mothers Day at Ray's Splash Planet today, 1-6pm. More info...
• Head to BikeFEST today in Plaza Midwood, 2-5pm. Kids bicycle and pet parade at 1:30pm. More info...
• Don't miss the Festival of Indian Dances at the Halton Theater at 4pm. More info...

Save the Date:
May 18: Family Festival at Historic Rosedale More info...
May 23-25: Food Lion Speedstreet More info...
June 1: Museum in Motion Festival More info...

Have an event or happening that The Queen City Buzz should know about? Email queencitybuzz@gmail.com with details.

Countdown is ON...

On Wednesday, it will be May...MAY!!! How is it possible that the last remaining weeks of school are upon us? 11 more days of preschool for my 3 year olds, 19 more for my TKer...and then he's off to "big kid school" in the fall. He'll be 6 in June...SIX...I promise I was pregnant with him just yesterday. The days of spring might be getting longer, but time sure is flying by. Enjoy it y'all...summer will be here before we know it!!

Blessings,
The Buzz

Monday, April 29

• Head over to Ray's Splash Planet for their Parent and Tot Meet and Greet today 10am-3pm. More info...
• Hope you have your tickets in hand...the Wells Fargo Championship Golf Tournament begins today at Quail Hollow County Club.More info...
• Ages 7 to 12 are invited to the Johnston YMCA for a Kids Bicycle Safety and Educational Rodeo. 4:30-6:30pm. More info...

Tuesday, April 30

• Head to the University City library at 10:30 for Creating with Books: Elephant and Piggie. More info...
• Ages 8 to 11 can sign up for Wii U Gaming this afternoon at 4pm at Imaginon. More info...
• Join the Cannonball Cycling Club for an Ice Cream Ride to the Smelly Cat this evening at 6pm. More info...
• The EOGs are right around the corner. CMS's Parent University presents Navigating Through Test Anxiety this evening at 6pm at Endhaven Elementary.

Wednesday, May 1

• If you homeschool, head to Latta Plantation today for Spring Homeschool Day: Celebrating Mecklenburg's Passion for Independence. 10am-4pm. More info...
• Today is a Wonderful Wednesday at Discovery Place Kids. Special "I Can Create Sign" activities at 11am and 2pm. More info...
• This evening at 6pm you can join the Tailwind Tandem Club for a Booty Loop Ride. Try a ride on a tandem bike and see if tandem riding is for your family. More info...

Thursday, May 2

• Check out Interactive Gaming this afternoon at the Tom Sykes Rec Center. More info...
• Get Crafty with Critters at the McDowell Nature Center at 3:30pm. More info...
• Best for bikers past the training wheels stage, head to Inside-Out Sports on Church Street for the Tour de Light Rail this evening at 6pm. More info...

Friday, May 3

• Again for those bikers without training wheels...meet at Kilgo United Methodist Church for the Kidical Mass Kids Bike Ride at 5:30pm. More info...
• Don't miss HeARTbeat: Celebrating Non Profits Through Dance and Visual Arts at the Booth Playhouse. More info...
• Head to Waxhaw for their First Friday: Countdown to Summer Vacation. 5-9pm. More info...
• Plan a date night for Jazz at the Bechtler tonight 6-9pm. More info...
• Discovery Place hosts a family movie night with Big Screen, Big Science featuring Wall-E. 6-9pm. More info...
• Only a few more performances remain...catch Pinkalicious: The Musical in its last weekend at Children's Theatre of Charlotte. More info...

Saturday, May 4

• Benefiting the amazing Camp Luck, head out to ride, or just enjoy the post-ride activities at the Bike LUCK Benefit Ride this morning. More info...
• Check out the Charlotte Asian Festival and Dragon Boat Festival Race today at Ramsey Creek Park. More info...
• Don't miss Bugapalooza today at the Schiele Museum. 10am-4pm. More info...
• It's the last Lollipops of the season today from the Charlotte Symphony. Today is Once Upon a Time, with the NC School of Dance. More info...
• The Latta Plantation presents a World War II Reenactment, today and tomorrow, 10am-4pm. More info...
• If you're expecting or you're the mom of a toddler, don't miss the Baby Shower & Toddler Expo today and tomorrow at The Park Conference and Expo Center. More info...
• Learn all about Color Science today and tomorrow at Discovery Place Kids. More info...
• Today is Family Day at the Bechtler, Noon-4:30pm. More info...
• Ready to introduce your kids to mountain biking? Head to the Kids Mountain Bike Intro & Ride today at noon at Colonel Francis Beatty Park. More info...
• Today is a First Saturday at the Hezekiah Alexander House. 1-6pm. More info...
• Head to Stumptown Park for the kick off of the Matthews Summer Concert & Movie Series. Tonight's movie is Brave. More info...

Sunday, May 5

• Today is Bicycle Sport's Greenway Clean Up Day at the Little Sugar Creek Greenway. 9am-12noon. More info...
• Don't miss the Levine Jewish Community Center's Arts Festival today 10am-4pm. More info...
• Check out the Cinco de Mayo Fanta Festival today 11am-7pm at McAlpine Creek Park. More info...
• Celebrate Cinco de Mayo today at the Main Street Children's Museum at 3pm. More info...
• Head to the Madison Park neighborhood this afternoon for the Madison Park Family Fun Ride today at 5pm. Please register. More info...

Save the Date:
May 9-12: LEAF Festival More info...
May 18: Family Festival at Historic Rosedale More info...
May 23-25: Food Lion Speedstreet More info...

Have an event or happening that The Queen City Buzz should know about? Email queencitybuzz@gmail.com with details.More info...

Happy Earth Day & a Giveaway!!

Happy Earth Day everyone!! Are you doing your part to "go green"? A local Charlotte company is making it a little bit easier. Pure Sky Living has created a "reusable paper towel" system that is just fantastic. From Pure Sky Living, LLC: "Basically, you just grab a towel, use it, and collect the dirty towels in the basket for washing later. If you just dry your hands, you can then hang the towels on a kitchen knob and use again. Also, they need no folding."

Additional uses other than hand drying are:
●Wiping baby faces
●Use as a coaster for pitchers
●Catch drips under a colander
●Drying fruits and vegetables
●Wiping counters
●Spoon rest
●Dusting
●Use as single use towels for guests in the powder room

Their website addresses are:
www.ReusablePaperTowel.com
www.PureSkyLiving.com

The Giveaway: Pure Sky Living, LLC is giving one lucky QCB reader a "starter kit" that includes the reusable paper towels, the stand, and the basket for collecting the dirty towels. Head over to our Facebook Page to enter by 11:59pm on Thursday...name drawn Friday morning!

Blessings,
The Buzz

Monday, April 22 - Earth Day

• Head to the Barnes & Noble at Carolina Place for their Marvelous Monday Storytime at 10am. More info...
• The Morrison Library hosts Preschool Storytime: Just for Me this afternoon at 2pm. More info...

Tuesday, April 23

• If you homeschool, take the kids to the Reedy Creek Nature Center for Animals a la Mode: Eyes to the Skies at 1:30pm. More info...
• Head to the Tom Sykes Rec Center for LEGO Engineering today at 2:45pm. More info...
• Learn about Natural Allergy Symptom Relief tonight at 6:30 at Haas Wellness Center. Please register. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Norfolk More info...
• Charlotte Eagles vs. Orlando More info...

Wednesday, April 24

• Students in grades 3 to 5 are invited to the South County Library for Reader's Theater: Drama Rama at 4:30pm. Please register. More info...
• The Kat Country Jam is tonight at the Filmore, benefiting St. Jude's Children's Hospital. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Norfolk More info...

Thursday, April 25

• Space is limited for the Preschool Nature Club at 10am, More info..., and the Muddy Boots Club this afternoon at the Latta Plantation Nature Center at 1:30pm. More info...
• Ages 4 to 6 are invited to Winghaven Gardens for Planting a Rainbow this afternoon at 3:30pm. Please register. More info...
• Head to the Tom Sykes Rec Center this afternoon at 5:30pm for Snoopy Snacks with crafts and a healthy snack. More info...
• Get some exercise this evening at the Full Moon Hike at the Reedy Creek Nature Center at 6:30pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Norfolk More info...

Friday, April 26

• BIKE! Charlotte kicks off today...don't miss The Mayor's Ride/Bike to Breakfast this morning and Bike to the Movies this evening. More info...
• The McDowell Nature Center hosts Lovely Trees this morning at 9:30 and 11am. More info...
• The Cherry Blossom Festival begins this evening at 5pm in Cherryville, with events through tomorrow afternoon. More info...
• BeachFest Matthews is today and tomorrow. Live beach music tonight, 6-10pm. More info...
• Grab your friends, get dressed up and head to the Queen City Mom Prom tonight to benefit Cookies for Kids Cancer. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Norfolk More info...
• Charlotte Eagles vs. Pittsburgh More info...

Saturday, April 27

• Lace up your shoes for the 18th Annual CPCC Charlotte Skyline Run. More info...
• The Museum of York County hosts Earth Day Birthday: It's Written in the Stars, today 10am-3pm. More info...
• The Schiele Museum will be Celebrating Earth Day today, 10am-3pm as well. More info...
• Get wet and muddy during Stream Search this morning at the Reedy Creek Nature Center at 10am. More info...
• Today is Family Farm Day at Latta Plantation. 10am-4pm. More info...
• Enjoy the Kings Drive Art Walk today and tomorrow!! More info...
• Head to Rural Hill this morning for Bark in the Park 2013...bring the dogs!! More info...
• Don't miss Green Goats and Gardens 2013 today 11am-3pm. More info...
• Check out the Morrison Family YMCA's Family Fitness Challenge this afternoon 2-4pm. Please register. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Scranton More info...

Sunday, April 28

• Hop on your bike for the Tour de Trees today with Heartwood Tree Company, and part of BIKE! Charlotte. More info...
• The Reedy Creek Nature Center hosts Ahhh, Arthropods today at 2pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Scranton More info...

Save the Date:
May 4: First Saturdays @ Hezekiah Alexander House More info...
May 4-5: Baby Shower & Toddler Expo More info...
May 18: Family Festival at Historic Rosedale More info...

Have an event or happening that The Queen City Buzz should know about? Email queencitybuzz@gmail.com with details.

Hope Floats on Sunday!!

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Unfortunately (but fortunately for them), I have a lot of friends that have used the services of KinderMourn over the years. This Sunday is their annual Hope Floats Duck Race at the US National Whitewater Center. There are tons of activities for the whole family, 2-5pm, with the duck race "floating" off around 3:30pm. Help support this wonderful organization that helps to support many, many QC families during heartbreaking times. They are truly amazing!!

Blessings,
The Buzz

Monday, April 15

• Head to Discovery Place every morning through Friday for Amphibian Fun at 10am. More info...
• Don't miss the Parent and Tot Meet and Greet today at Ray's Splash Planet. 10am-3pm. More info...
• Lots of events today (and all week through Saturday) at the Come See Me Festival in Rock Hill. More info...
• Great deals to be found to benefit a great cause at the Friends of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Library Spring Book Sale that goes through Saturday. More info...
• Check out Constellation Creations every day through Friday at 3pm at Discovery Place. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Durham Bulls More info...
• Charlotte Bobcats vs. NY Knicks More info...

Tuesday, April 16

• Ages 11 to 14 are invited to the Latta Plantation Nature Center for Latta Homeschoolers: Pollination at 1:30pm. More info...
• Check out Art Adventures at the Tom Sykes Rec Center this afternoon at 2:45pm. More info...
• Head to the Harrisburg library today at 4:30pm for Erosion: A Hands-On Learning Program. More info...
• The Kannapolis library hosts The Science Behind Police Work this afternoon at 5pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Durham Bulls More info...

Wednesday, April 17

• Green Jeans Consignment kicks off their Lake Norman sale today...fantastic deals for YOUR closet!! More info...
• Elementary aged students are invited to the Morrison Library for Creating with Books: Friendship today at 4pm. Please register. More info...
• Probably best for grown-ups and the older kids, Discovery Place hosts Star Party: Charlotte tonight at 7:30pm. More info...
• Charlotte Bobcats vs. Cleveland Cavaliers More info...

Thursday, April 18

• Enjoy Family Storytime this morning at 10:30am at Imaginon. More info...
• Get Crafty with Critters today at 3:30pm at the McDowell Nature Center. More info...
• Ages 8 to 11 are invited to the Morrison Library for Meet the Author: Alan Armstrong at 4pm. Registration required. More info...
• The Kannapolis library hosts Things That Glow in the Dark this afternoon at 4pm. For ages 6 to 12 and registration is required. More info...
• Head to the Newton library this afternoon to Build Your Own Baking Soda Rocket at 4pm. More info...

Friday, April 19

• Head to the McDowell Nature Center at 9:30 or 11am for Earth Day - Preschool. More info...
• Don't miss Yoga Storytime with Karey Tom today at Imaginon at 11:30am. More info...
• Ages 7 to 12 are invited to the McDowell Nature Center to become Weather Watchers this afternoon at 2pm. Registration is required. More info...
• Tuck Fest begins this evening at the US National Whitewater Center. Don't miss the Family Obstacle Race at 6:45pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinnett Braves More info...

Saturday, April 20

• Lace up your shoes for the Run for the Money this morning in Gastonia. More info..., or The Sarcoma Stomp at McAlpine Park. More info...
• Don't miss the Open Door School's Spring Festival today 9am-1pm. More info...
• Head to North Cabarrus Park for the Viva Verde Earth Fest today beginning at 10am. More info...
• Today is Astronomy Day all day long at Discovery Place. More info...
• Check out Davidson's Art on the Green today and tomorrow. More info...
• The Charlotte Nature Museum hosts an Earth Day Play Date today 10am-1pm. More info...
• Ages 10 to 12 are invited to Winghaven Gardens for a Nature Journaling Workshop. 10am-12:30pm. More info...
• Enjoy the Rural Hill Scottish Festival and Loch Norman Highland Games today and tomorrow. More info...
• Matthews hosts their Earth Day Festival today at Stumptown Park. 10am-2pm. More info...
• Independence Park is the place to be for the World Parade & Festival today 11am-6pm. More info...
• Don't miss Family Science Fun Day beginning at 11am this morning at Imaginon. More info...
• Alton Brown comes to the Knight Theater tonight for An Evening with Alton Brown: The Science of Cooking at 7:30pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinnett Braves More info...

Sunday, April 21

• Don't miss the UNCC Science & Technology Expo beginning today at 10am. More info...
• Today's a Sunday FUNday at the Mint Museum Uptown. Today's theme is "Go Green". 1-4pm. More info...
• Head to Discovery Place for Science & Superheroes today at 2pm. More info...
• KinderMourn hosts their annual Hope Floats Duck Race this afternoon at the US National Whitewater Center. 2-5pm. More info...

Save the Date:
April 26-27: BeachFest Matthews More info...
April 27: Bark in the Park More info...
May 4-5: Baby Shower & Toddler Expo More info...
May 18: Family Festival at Historic Rosedale More info...

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Survived!!

So clearly I jinxed the weather with my post last week...holy moly, by far the coldest spring break I remember. I'm just glad I can say that I (and my children) survived. I am REALLY ready for school to start again tomorrow, and I'm now feeling fully justified in my summer camp enrollment plan for the summer. :-)

Now THIS is more like it...

 

Blessings,

The Buzz

Monday, April 8

• Head to Discovery Place today through Friday at 10am for Reptile Fun. More info...
• Check out the Latta Plantation Nature Center's Young Scientists Series: Einstein Adventures in Gravity this morning at 10am. More info...

Tuesday, April 9

• It's FREE Cone Day today at Ben & Jerry's!!! More info...
• Charlotte Country Day School's Middle School campus hosts Blast Off! Water Rocket Family Fun. This link says 3:30am, but I feel sure it's 3:30pm...will try to confirm with a call to CCDS! More info...
• Head to the Kannapolis library today at 4pm for The Science of Music. More info...
• Today is a FREE Tuesday courtesy of Duke Power at the Schiele Museum, 4-8pm. More info...

Wednesday, April 10

• Sounds like fun to me...learn about The Science of Solar today at Livingston & Haven at 9:30am. More info...
• If you homeschool don't miss Homeschool: Map & Compass today at 2:30 at the McDowell Nature Center. More info...
• Check out Geotastic Geocaching today at 4:30pm at the McDowell Nature Center. More info...

Thursday, April 11

• The Baby Grocery Store and Little Hands in Motion host Story Time Sign & Play this morning at 11am. More info...
• Head to the library in Newton for the Catawba Branch Library Science Fair today at 4pm. More info...
• The Carolina Raptor Center hosts their Rehabilitation Exhibit Grand Opening this evening at 6pm. More info...
• The Come See Me Festival kicks off today in Rock Hill with events through the 20th. More info...
• Charlotte Christian's Middle School presents Disney's The Little Mermaid, Jr. with shows through Saturday. More info...
• Tonight is the Charlotte Knights Home Opener against the Gwinnett Braves at 7:15pm. More info...
• Charlotte Checkers vs. Texas Stars More info...

Friday, April 12

• Sensoria: A Celebration of the Arts kicks off today at CPCC. Events through the 20th. More info...
• Head to Discovery Place at noon today to explore polar bears in Beary Cool. More info...
• Rowan-Cabarrus Community College hosts a STEM Open House today at 2pm. More info...
• Here's the Come See Me Festival schedule of events for today. More info...
• Lace up your shoes for the 5K on the Greenway tonight at 6pm. More info...
• Discovery Place presents Pinkalicious, The Musical with shows through May 5th. More info...
• Watch the Kannapolis Intimidators play and learn about The Science of Baseball tonight at 7pm. More info...
• Your furry red friend's in town for Sesame Street LIVE: Elmo Makes Music with shows through Sunday. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinnett Braves More info...
• Charlotte Checkers vs. Texas Stars More info...

Saturday, April 13

• Myers Park Presbyterian Church hosts their annual Children's Consignment Sale beginning at 8am. More info...
• Here's the Come See Me Festival schedule of events for today. More info...
• Head to the Blake Hotel for Charlotte's Gluten & Allergy Free Wellness Event today 10am-4pm. More info...
• Check out Pet Palooza today at Independence Park, 10am-3pm. More info...
• The Carolina Raptor Center hosts Young Veterinarian's Day beginning at 10am, and offers a Pet First Aid class at 2pm. More info...
• Trans Jam BMX comes to uptown Charlotte today. More info...
• Discovery Place hosts a Fossil Fare today 12-2pm. More info...
• Head to Stewart-Haas Racing today at 1pm for the Zucchini 500 Vegetable Race. More info...
• Don't miss the American Girl Fashion Show at the Sam Lerner Center. Various times today and tomorrow. More info...
• Check out the Kannapolis library's Stories Under the Stars: Spin! Pop! Boom! tonight at 7pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Durham Bulls More info...
• Charlotte Bobcats vs. Milwaukee Bucks More info...

Sunday, April 14

• Don't miss Latta Plantation's Civil War Reenactment today 10am-4pm. More info...
• Here's the Come See Me Festival schedule of events for today. More info...
• Head to Discovery Place for an Avian Adventure this afternoon at 2pm. More info...
• Follow the Yellow Brick Road to solve family homelessness today 2-5pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Durham Bulls More info...

Save the Date:
April 20: Open Door School's Spring Fest More info...
April 26-27: BeachFest Matthews More info...
April 27: Bark in the Park More info...
May 4-5: Baby Shower & Toddler Expo More info...
May 18: Family Festival at Historic Rosedale More info...

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