Ready for this?

 

 

Fall? Fleece jacket weather? I spent the weekend with the kids at a church retreat in the mountains. Definitely not cold, but definitely chilly enough at night for a fire, a fleece, and s'mores!! I have to admit that it was quite lovely. I do love summer, but fall weather is pretty fantastic in The Queen City, so I'm definitely ready for it to move on in.

 

Happy back to school to lots of you this week. One more week to go preschool moms (2 more if you're one of the lucky duckies whose school is delayed for the DNC...ugh!!!). Hope everyone has a great week!!

 

Blessings,

 

The Buzz



Monday, August 27

• Happy First Day of School to all you CMS (and other area public school systems) families!! More info...
• "Genius" describes the folks at Cotswold Marketplace...check out their First Day of School Sale taking place today. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Syracuse Chiefs More info...

Tuesday, August 28

• Head to the Gaston County Museum for Toddler Tuesdays: Sculpting Sculptures this morning 10-11am. More info...
• Did you know that the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library has an app for your smart phone and/or tablet? Download it today!! More info...
• Head to Imaginon today at 4pm for Story Explorers. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Syracuse Chiefs More info...

Wednesday, August 29

• Head to the Scaleybark Library today for Toddler Storytime at 10am (More info...), and Preschool Storytime at 10:30am. More info...
• Big Time Rush fans in your house? They play tonight at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre. More info... 
• Charlotte Knights vs. Syracuse Chiefs More info...

Thursday, August 30

• Imaginon hosts Family Storytime today at 10:30am. More info...
• Don't miss The Great Trade-In at Toys R Us and Babies R Us through Spetember 16th!! More info...
• Head to the Reedy Creek Nature Center at 1pm for Nature Story Corner. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Syracuse Chiefs More info...

Friday, August 31

• Head to the McDowell Nature Center today at 10:30am for Falling Down. Learn about gravity and how it affects trees in the fall season. More info...
• The Matthews Alive Festival kicks off this evening with events and entertainment through Monday!! More info...
• Don't miss Movies in the Park - Harrisburg Park tonight. Tonight's film is Kung Fu Panda II. Family fun activities before the movie, too! More info...
• Ready for some football? Head to the Patriotism Bowl to see Charlotte Catholic take on Charlotte Country Day for 3 great causes! More info...

Saturday, September 1

• HAM radio fans? Check out the 56th Annual Shelby HamFest this weekend. (And I thought it was all about pork...oops!) More info...
• Head to Latta Plantation for a Revolutionary War Reenactment today and tomorrow, 10am-4pm. More info...
• The Hickory Grove library hosts Preschool Storytime: Listen & Move this morning at 11am. More info...
• The Latta Plantation Nature Center hosts Picnic & Play this morning at 11am. More info...
• The DNC is coming, the DNC is coming!! Get in on the fun part today at CarolinaFest 2012. Best part? It's FREE!! More info...
• Get wet at the Family Stream Exploration today at the McDowell Nature Center at 3pm. More info...
• Music and fireworks at the US National Whitewater Center's Labor Day Celebration beginning at 4pm. More info...

Sunday, September 2

• The Main Library and Imaginon will be closed today through September 8th during the DNC. More info...
• Davidson's Concerts on the Green presents Sunday Union in concert at 6pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Durham Bulls More info...

Save the Date:
September 8: Grandfather Mountain Kidfest More info...
September 15: Women's Symposium More info...
September 15-16: Know Your Farms Tour More info...
September 21-23 & 28-30: Day Out With Thomas More info...
September 28: Fresh Beat Band - Live! More info...
October 13: The Fresh Expo More info...
October 27: Christ Church Fall Festival More info...

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

Winding Down

Spending a few last precious days at the beach with the kids, holding onto the last bit of summer. Teacher letters came last week, open houses are scheduled and on the calendar, and medical forms are printed out and heading to the pediatrician's office early this week (please tell me I'm not the only one who waits until the last minute for this). One last year of all 3 being in preschool...I am really going to try to cherish all of it before BIG school comes next fall!! Hope all of you are soaking up the last few days of summer!!

Blessings,
The Buzz

Monday, August 20

• Just a few more weeks to register for Charlotte Parent's Fit Family Challenge. Deadline is September 15th. More info...
• Take the little ones to the McDowell Nature Center this morning at 10:30am for Tall Trees. More info...
• Make your reservation for tonight's Father/Son Football Night at area Chick-Fil-A locations. More info...

Tuesday, August 21

• Enjoy Hikes for Tykes this morning at 10am at the Reedy Creek Nature Center. More info...
• Most of the library branches take a break from storytimes in November, but lucky for you, there's still Family Storytime today at Imaginon at 10:30am. More info...
• PSSHH at the Children's Theatre of Charlotte sold out in a flash. Don't miss the other great shows coming in their 2012-2013 Season. Tickets available now! More info...
• Tonight's the finale of the Jack in the Box Summer Shootout at Lowe's Motor Speedway. Don't miss the fireworks! More info...

Wednesday, August 22

• Chick-Fil-A at Cotswold hosts Kid Crafts Wednesday at 10:30am. Today is a stamp art project. More info...
• Check out Fields-A-Flutter at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. Only through September 7th. More info...
• Head to Kenton Place in Cornelius tonight to see Journey 2: The Mysterious Island as part of their outdoor cinema series. More info...

Thursday, August 23

• If you haven't been to check out National Geographic's Crittercam at Discovery Place, get there soon. The exhibit closes September 16th. More info...
• Don't miss the Carolina Place Family Fun Day today at 11am. More info...
• The Harrison United Methodist Church Consignment Sale begins tonight at 6pm. More info...
• Check out Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden's Summer Nights in the Garden. Only a couple more left for the season. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Pawtucket Red Sox More info...

Friday, August 24

• Head to Belmont tonight for Friday Night LIVE, featuring the band Hip Pocket. More info...
• Tonight is the last Movies Under the Stars at Symphony Park at Southpark Mall. Tonight's movie is Kung Fu Panda with pre-movie activities beginning at 7pm. More info...
• Or check out Pineville's Rockin' & Reelin' Concert Series with a concert by The Stranger (Billy Joel Tribute). More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Pawtucket Red Sox More info...

Saturday, August 25

• Take the family to Camp Dogwood today for a FREE Family Fishing Day, 8-11:30am. More info...
• Summerfest 2012 is today in historic Downtown York, SC; 9am-5pm. More info...
• Looking to change up the family fun today? Why not head to Discovery Place for their Cockroach Races today at 11am!! More info...
• Don't miss the Beach, Rhythm & Blues Festival this afternoon at Gaston College, 2-8pm. More info...
• Check out the FREE Funk Fest this afternoon, 2-5pm, at The Fountains Shopping Center. More info...
• Soul Surfer will be shown on the outdoor big screen tonight at Cornelius Town Hall as the finale of their outdoor cinema series. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Pawtucket Red Sox More info...

Sunday, August 26

• Head to the Latta Plantation Nature Center for Fantastic Fish this afternoon at 2pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Pawtucket Red Sox More info...

Save the Date:
September 15-16: Know Your Farms Tour More info...
September 21-23 & 28-30: Day Out With Thomas More info...
September 28: Fresh Beat Band - Live! More info...
October 13: The Fresh Expo More info...
October 27: Christ Church Fall Festival More info...

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

So, so fast!

I don't know about you, but for me this summer has FLOWN by. Probably due in part to the move, but really, how is it already the middle of August? Only 2 more weeks until CMS students return, 3 more weeks until the craziness of the DNC takes place, and 4 more weeks until preschool starts!!! Ready for school to start, and to be back in a routine, but definitely going to miss the "lazy days of summer." Make the last days of your summer marvelous!!

Blessings,
The Buzz


Monday, August 13

• Head to the Barnes & Noble at Carolina Place Mall for their Marvelous Monday School-a-rama Storytime at 10am. More info...
• Check out the Red Hill English Country Dancers tonight at the Gaston County Museum at 7:30pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Norfolk Tides More info...

Tuesday, August 14

• Yay for theater for the little ones! PlayPlay! Theatre presents Psshh at Children's Theatre of Charlotte at Imaginon beginning today. For ages Birth-3. Performances through August 23rd. More info...
• Only 2 more to go...don't miss the Jack in the Box Summer Shootout - Round 9 at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. It's Fan Appreciation Night! More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Louisville Bats More info...

Wednesday, August 15

• Today is the last of the season for A Time to Garden at Winghaven Gardens. 10am-12pm. More info...
• Head to the Mint Museum Uptown for Summer Craft Session: Summertime Impressionism. 12-3pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Louisville Bats More info...

Thursday, August 16

• Head to Imaginon this morning for Water Play! beginning at 11am. More info...
• The Reedy Creek Nature Center hosts Nature Story Corner today at 1pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Louisville Bats More info...

Friday, August 17

• Ages 4 and up are invited to the Barnes & Noble at Morrison Place for the Klutz Explore the Galaxy Event at 11am. More info...
• Head to Downtown Waxhaw to hear country band Twelve Mile Creek perform at the Waxhaw Summer Street Concert Series. More info...
• You can watch Adventures of Tin Tin tonight in Kannapolis at Village Park as part of their Summer Entertainment Series. More info...
• Two more weeks of Movies Under the Stars at Symphony Park. Tonight you can see Puss in Boots with pre-movie entertainment at 7pm. More info...
• It's time again for the All Arts Market at The Neighborhood Theatre in NoDa. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Louisville Bats More info...

Saturday, August 18

• Lots to see and do today at The Hummingbird Festival at the Reedy Creek Nature Center. 10am-4pm. More info...
• The Charlotte Nature Museum hosts Wild in the Water today, 10am-1pm. More info...
• The Thomas themed fun goes all day at a Thomas & Friends Playdate at the NC Transportation Museum. More info...
• Send Dad and the kids to the Dad 'n' Me Storytime at the Barnes & Noble at the Arboretum. 11am. More info...
• Don't miss the Great Cookie Crumble at the 7th Street Public Market. More info...
• Mr. Nigel & Friends headlines the Kidgits Back to School Bash at Concord Mills. The concert is at 6pm, and there are other events throughout the day. More info...
• Head to the Kannapolis Library at 7pm to see Hobey Ford Golden Rod Puppets performing Animalia. More info...
• Check out Country Night in the Park featuring The Chris Lane Band at Bailey Road Park in Cornelius. More info...

Sunday, August 19

• Head to the McDowell Nature Center at 4:15pm for a Live Animal Talk. More info...
• Don't miss The Rusty Knox Band playing this evening at Concerts on the Green in Davidson. More info...

Save the Date:
September 15-16: Know Your Farms Tour More info...
September 21-23 & 28-30: Day Out With Thomas More info...
September 28: Fresh Beat Band - Live! More info...
October 13: The Fresh Expo More info...
October 27: Christ Church Fall Festival More info...

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

MULTIPLE Reasons...

To shop the CMOMs Consignment Sale this weekend!!

I'm a little biased because I am a CMOM (Charlotte Mothers of Multiples) member, but truly this is one of the best sales every season. The members consign SO many great items (I just finished tagging my 429 items today...multiples means lots of stuff), and since the consigning members can earn up to 90% of their sales, the prices are AMAZING! Smocked clothing in the boutique section for as little as $10, strollers, riding toys, cribs, bedding, TOYS (huge selection of toys for all ages) and so much more. Also, proceeds from the sale go directly to CMOM programming which includes helping our members in need with supplies & gear when needed (having multiples can be pricey, too). The sale is Saturday, August 11th. Early bird shopping begins at 7:30am with a $2 admission, and then FREE admission after 8:30am. The sale will again be held at The Park Expo & Conference Center (formerly Charlotte Merchandise Mart), and parking is FREE. Cash, Visa and MasterCard are accepted, and please NO strollers or carts. Plan to check The Queen City Buzz's Facebook Page on Thursday night and Friday for pictures from the sale floor!!

Blessings,
The Buzz


Monday, August 6

• Today is the last day for Gem Stone Mining at the Schiele Museum. More info...
• Head to the McDowell Nature Center for Jumping Frogs! this morning at 10:30am. More info...

Tuesday, August 7

• The National Poetry Slam 2012 comes to Charlotte beginning today. More info...
• Head to the Myers Park Library for Fairy Tale Theater today at 2pm. More info...
• Jack in the Box Summer Shootout - Round 8 is today at the Charlotte Motor Speedway at 5pm. Tonight is First Responder Night & School Bus Races! More info...

Wednesday, August 8

• Just a few more weeks to enjoy A Time to Garden at Winghaven Gardens. 10am-12noon. More info...
• Attend the Summer Reading Finale: Ice Cream Social this afternoon at 2pm at the Matthews Library. Please register. More info...
• Check out the Mint Museum Uptown's Summer Craft Session: Brilliant Badges today 12-3pm. More info...
• Don't miss the Parade of Power today at noon, presented by the Charlotte Motor Speedway. Starts at Concord Mills and ends at the speedway. More info...
• Play Recycle BINGO today at the Scaleybark Library at 3pm. More info...
• Head to Kenton Place in Cornelius tonight to see a screen of  Dr. Suess' The Lorax. More info...

Thursday, August 9

• Carolina Place Mall hosts their Family Fun Day today with The Grey Seal Puppets & Small Hands Big Art. 11am. More info...
• Head to Imaginon for Afternoon Adventures today at 2:30pm. More info...
• One of The Queen City Buzz's favorites, The Plaza Family Band, plays this evening at the Morrison library beginning at 5:30pm. More info...

Friday, August 10

• Do you scrapbook? There's a Creating Keepsakes Convention right here in Charlotte today and tomorrow. More info...
• Head to downtown Belmont tonight to hear Coming Up Brass performing at Friday Night Live. More info...
• Check out Movies Under the Stars at Southpark Mall featuring a screening of Dr. Suess' The Lorax with music by Mr. Nigel before the movie!! More info...
• Rockin' & Reelin' in Pineville offers a screening of Dolphin Tale tonight at Pineville Lake Park. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Norfolk Tides More info...

Saturday, August 11

• Shop til you drop at the CMOMs Consignment Sale More info...
• More shopping fun to be had at the UCUMC Consignment Sale More info...
• Latta Plantation hosts Living History Saturday - Beekeeping today 10am-4pm. More info...
• Threading the Story: The Form & Function of Spinning and Weaving takes place today 10am-4pm at the James K. Polk state historic site. More info... 
• Don't miss the Back to School Splash Health & Safety Day at Cabarrus Family Medicine today 11am-3pm. More info...
• Today is Hands On History Day at Fort Dobbs State Historic Site. More info...
• Monroe Crossing Mall and Radio Disney host a Back to School Bash today 12-2pm. More info...
• Check out the Circle K Back-to-School Monster Truck Bash at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. More info...
• The Southend Neighborhood Association hosts Southend Cinema tonight with food trucks and a screening of Transformers: Dark of the Moon. More info...
• Head to Village Park in Kannapolis tonight to hear country artist Bombshel in concert...fireworks, too! More info...
• Charlotte Speed Demons vs. Sumter Fly Girls More info...
• Charlotte Hounds vs. Rochester Rattlers More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Norfolk Tides More info...

Sunday, August 12

• Charlotte Knights vs. Norfolk Tides More info... 

Save the Date:
August 18: Hummingbird Festival More info...
September 28: Fresh Beat Band - Live! More info...
October 27: Christ Church Fall Festival More info...

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