Big Red Shoe 5K & Festival

The Cornwell Center @ MP Baptist Church

Get ready for a fun 5K race and festival hitting Charlotte's Myers Park neighborhood on September 7th. From www.endurancemag.com:

Enjoy a day of fun and fitness with the whole family at the Big Red Shoe 5K & Festival on Sept. 7. The event supports the Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte, thus the “Big Red Shoe.”

The day will feature road events for all ages and levels with a USATF-certified 5k run/walk and 1k fun run/walk for the kids. The day will start with the 5k run at 8 a.m. and be followed by other fun events, including a pancake breakfast from 8:30-10:30 a.m. The first plate is free to all race participants!

Post-race fitness and festival fun includes a barre-on-the-lawn class, a yoga-on-the-lawn class and a Freestyle Fitness Challenge with personal trainers. If indoor cycling is your thing, come get a customized fit on the Keiser + spin bike.

There will be pottery, art demos and art for sale, a rock-climbing wall, a water-dunk tank, a clubhouse moon bounce, a balloon artist, line dancing, a kids’ obstacle course, face painting, a petting zoo, a registered dietitian to offer free nutritional resources, free massages and raffles and prizes.

Hope all goes well for those of you starting school on Monday. Wishing you and your children a year filled with love, laughter and learning!!

Blessings,
The Buzz


Monday, August 26 - Happy First Day of School for CMS!!!

• Head to Barnes & Noble at Carolina Place for their LeapFrog LeapReader Storytime at 10am. More info...
• Enjoy Nature Story Corner this morning at the Reedy Creek Nature Center at 10am. More info...
• Check out Baby Storytime this morning at 10am at the West Blvd. library. More info...
• Tonight is Movie Night at the Bette Rae Thomas Rec Center at 6pm. More info...

Tuesday, August 27

• This is the last week to enjoy the Spraygrounds as they close on Labor Day. Open 10am-8pm. More info...
• Little kids not back-to-school yet? Head to Reed Gold Mine and see if you can "strike it rich"! Open 9am-5pm. More info...
• Head to Family Storytime this morning at Imaginon at 10:30am. More info...

Wednesday, August 28

• The Scaleybark Library hosts Toddler Storytime this morning at 10am, and Preschool Storytime at 10:30am. More info...
• Head to Discovery Place Kids for a Wonderful Wednesday: Sea Animal Science  today at 11am and 2pm. More info...
• Join the Chess Club at the Beatties Ford library this afternoon at 5pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Norfolk Tides More info...

Thursday, August 29

• Head to the Naomi Drennan Rec Center today for the GSP Back to School Jam. 3-8pm. More info...
• The Steel Wheels provides the music tonight for RiverJam at the US National Whitewater Center. More info...
• Carolina Panthers vs. Pittsburgh Steelers More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Norfolk Tides More info...

Friday, August 30

• The Romare Bearden Park grand opening celebration begins this afternoon and goes through Sunday. TONS of family activities. More info...
• You survived the first week of school...reward yourself (and the family) with a trip to Food Truck Friday. More info...
• Check out the Reedy Creek Nature Center tonight for Owls, Why Give a Hoot this evening at 7:45pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Norfolk Tides More info...

Saturday, August 31

• Lace up your shoes for the Kids at Play 5K today in Denver, NC. More info...
• Head to Historic Brattonsville to learn all about Occupations of the Past today 10am-4pm. More info...
• Or check out Latta Plantation's Revolutionary War Reenactment today and tomorrow 10am-4pm. More info...
• Check out Lakeshore Learning's Free Crafts for Kids today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a My Room Nameplate. More info...
• Discovery Place Kids offers Sensory Tables for Toddlers with special activities today at 11am and 2pm. More info...
• Become one of Nature's Artists today at the McDowell Nature Center at 3:30pm. Please register. More info...
• Don't miss Charly Horse performing tonight at RiverJam at the US National Whitewater Center. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinnett Braves More info...

Sunday, September 1

• Join a Nature Exploration Hike today at 1:30, 2:30 or 3:30 at the Latta Plantation Nature Center. More info... 
• Today is Crazy Hair Day at Discovery Place Kids with special activities at 2pm. More info...
• Don't miss the Labor Day Celebration happening today at the US National Whitewater Center. More info...
• Head to the Hickory Grove Rec Center this afternoon at 3pm to experience African Drumming. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinnett Braves More info...

Save the Date:
September 2: Labor Day Parade More info...
September 5-8: Yiasou Greek Festival More info...
September 7: Big Red Shoe 5K & Festival More info...
September 7: Arthropod Day More info...
September 14: Rock & Read 5K More info...
September 14-15: Festival of India More info...
September 19-22: Auto Fair More info...
September 20-22, 27-29: Day Out with Thomas More info...
September 22: Reptile & Amphibian Day More info...

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

It's Time...

My oldest starts "big school" Kindergarten on Tuesday. He is beyond excited, and I think I am, too, but I'm just in shock that I have a child old enough for "big school"...what happened to diapers and wipes, and potty training, and pull toys, and Elmo, and all the rest of it??? I have a "big boy" now...NOT READY!!! Have a wonderful week...whether you're "back-to-school" this week, or enjoying the last week of summer before "big school", or counting the days until preschool starts...make it great!!!

Blessings,
The Buzz

Monday, August 19

• Head to the Reedy Creek Nature Center at 10am for Budding Adventures. More info...
• Get Ready for School with Dr. Seuss this morning at 10am at the Barnes & Noble at The Shops at Morrison. More info...
• Today is the final Mammal Movie Monday at the Schiele Museum at 2pm. Today's movie is Animals Are Beautiful People (G). More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Durham Bulls More info...

Tuesday, August 20

• Head to Carolina Place Mall this morning at 11am for their Family Fun Day. Today features Circus Daze and Glitter Tattoos. More info...
• Get Set for Kindergarten takes place today for rising K students at the Hickory Grove library at 11am, and the Mountain Island library at 4pm. More info...
• Head to Imaginon at 3pm for Wii U Gaming - Free Play. More info...

Wednesday, August 21

• Head to Discovery Place Kids for a Wonderful Wednesday: Under the Sea Snack  today at 11am and 2pm. More info...
• Don't miss the Scaleybark library's Rookie Science this afternoon at 4:30pm. More info...
• Elementary age students are invited to the Matthews library at 2pm for The Magic of Reading with Rufus. Please register. More info...

Thursday, August 22

• Ages 4 to 6 are invited to the Main Street Children's Museum for their PLAYcation, 9:00-11:30am. Please register. More info...
• Imaginon hosts their Family Storytime this morning at 10:30am. More info...
• Check out Sugaw Creek Rec Center's Youth Sports Expo today 1-5pm. More info...
• Head to Barnes & Noble - Arboretum for their Ready-for-School Storytime this afternoon at 2pm. More info...
• Space is limited for the Princess Tea Party this afternoon at 5:30 at the Tom Sykes Rec Center. More info...
• Head to Veterans' Park in Kannapolis this evening at 6pm for David Crowe's Imusination in the Park. More info...
• Delta Moon provides the music tonight for RiverJam at the US National Whitewater Center. More info...

Friday, August 23

• Romare Bearden Park opens in a week, and today is the extended deadline for entries for their Art Show. More info...
• Today is Homeschool Day at Discovery Place with discounted admission & IMAX tickets. More info...
• Ages 3 to 7 are invited to Barnes & Noble - Arboretum this afternoon at 3pm for Learn to Read and Write with LeapFrog. Please register. More info...
• Waxhaw hosts Hipshack tonight as their final Jammin' by the Tracks Summer Concert Series at 7pm. More info... 
• Don't miss the Swashbuckling Pajamarama Storytime this evening at 7pm at Barnes & Noble - Carolina Place Mall. More info...
• Head to Pineville to hear the Chris Lane Band at 7pm as part of the Rockin' & Reelin' Summer Series. More info...
• South Park Mall hosts their final Movies Under the Stars tonight with a screening of Madagascar 3. Live band and activities start at 7, with the movie at dusk. More info...
• The Reedy Creek Nature Center hosts a night hike, Are You Afraid of the Dark tonight at 7:45pm. More info...

Saturday, August 24

• Lace up your shoes for the OrthoCarolina Classic 5K & 10K this morning. More info..., or get your bike ready for Tour de Turns More info....
• Don't miss Breakfast with Curious George this morning at 10:30am at Barnes & Noble - Morrison. More info...
• Check out Lakeshore Learning's Free Crafts for Kids today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make Funny Face Goggles  . More info...
• The Cat in the Hat Visits Storytime this morning at 11am at Barnes & Noble - Arboretum. More info...
• Discovery Place Kids hosts Under the Sea Tunes with special activities today at 11am and 2pm, and tomorrow at 2pm. More info...
• Head to the McDowell Nature Center for Animal Care Behind-the-Scenes. 1-3pm. More info...
• Or join the Space Odyssey today at 1pm at the Reedy Creek Nature Center. More info...
• Don't miss Sanctum Sully performing tonight at RiverJam at the US National Whitewater Center. More info...
• Charlotte Rollergirls vs. Gate City Rollergirls More info...

Sunday, August 25

• Lace up your shoes for the R.O.C. Race 5K this morning. More info..., or the Charlotte Challenge Adventure Race More info...
• Head to the Schiele Museum to experience life On The Great Wagon Road this afternoon, 1-5pm. More info...
• The McDowell Nature Center hosts a Back to School Trivia Bowl this afternoon at 3pm. More info...

Save the Date:
August 30: Grand Opening of Romare Bearden Park More info...
September 5-8: Yiasou Greek Festival More info...
September 7: Big Red Shoe 5K & Festival More info...
September 7: Arthropod Day More info...
September 14: Rock & Read 5K More info...
September 19-22: Auto Fair More info...
September 20-22, 27-29: Day Out with Thomas More info...
September 22: Reptile & Amphibian Day More info...

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

Green Jeans Sale PLUS a Giveaway!!!

This past weekend I shopped for the kids at the CMOMs sale, and this week I can't wait to shop for ME at the Green Jeans Sale!! If you haven't shopped this women's and teens' sale before, you are truly missing out. From the lovely Green Jeans folks:
 
Green Jeans Consignment expects to once again, have over 15,000 items for sale August 15-18 including brand name and designer clothing, shoes, handbags, jewelry and accessories.  Athletic apparel, loungewear, outerwear and maternity will also be on sale.  “There truly is something for everyone at our sales.  Whether you are a stay at home mom looking for cute “everyday” fashion or a working woman in need of a business suit or the perfect earrings, you will find something at a Green Jeans shopping event,”

And the lovely Green Jeans Sale folks are giving one lucky QCB reader TWO presale passes for Wednesday evening at 6pm (before the Charity PreSale), PLUS $20 in "Green Jeans Cash" to spend at the sale. Head over to our Facebook Page and enter by Tuesday at 11:59pm!! Winner's name drawn Wednesday morning.

Blessings,
The Buzz

Monday, August 12

• Head to the Barnes & Noble at Carolina Place Mall at 10am when Bear in Underwear Visits Storytime. More info...
• The Reedy Creek Nature Center hosts Nature Story Corner this morning at 10am. More info...
• Studio Movie Grill at The Epicentre hosts a kids movie (and every day through Friday) at 11am. $1 for kids, $2 for adults. This week's movie is Charlotte's Web. More info...

Tuesday, August 13

• Arthur's World is only around until September 8th. Head to Imaginon to check it out today!! More info...
• The Plaza Midwood library hosts Family Storytime this morning at 10:30am. More info...
• Don't miss Pottery Barn Kids' Storytime Tuesdays today (and every Tuesday) at 11am. More info...
• Head to the Independence library today at 3pm for their Scrabble Tournament. More info...

Wednesday, August 14

• The Children's Theatre of Charlotte kicks off their 2013-2014 season today with Pocket. The show runs through the 24th. More info...
• Don't miss the final A Time To Garden this morning at Winghaven Gardens, 10am-12pm. More info...
• Head to Discovery Place Kids for a Wonderful Wednesday: Shark Teeth Fossils today at 11am and 2pm. More info...
• Today is the final Summer Fun Wednesday at A.C. Moore craft stores. Today you'll make Eraser Clay Sweet Treats. More info...
• Elementary students are invited to the Matthews Library this afternoon at 2pm for School Success. Please register. More info...

Thursday, August 15

• Head to Imaginon this morning at 10:30am for Family Storytime. More info...
• The Green Jeans Sale kicks off today at the Southpark location...DO NOT miss this sale!! More info...
• If you're shopping for the kids, don't miss the Tarheel Kids Consignment Sale that begins this evening at the Cabarrus Arena & Events Center. More info...
• Red Wanting Blue provides the music tonight for RiverJam at the US National Whitewater Center. More info...

Friday, August 16

• Only a couple more week for Kids Bowl Free at 10 Park Lanes (through August 30) and Strike City (through September 2)! More info...
• Head to the Weddington Kids Consignment Sale this weekend! More info...
• Don't miss the Family Campfire at the McDowell Nature Center tonight at 7pm. More info...
• Hop on the Nature at Night Hayride tonight at 8:15pm at the McDowell Nature Center. Space is limited. More info...
• Waxhaw hosts Carson Hill tonight as part of their Jammin' by the Tracks Summer Concert Series at 7pm. More info... 
• South Park Mall hosts Movies Under the Stars tonight with a screening of We Bought a Zoo. Live band and activities start at 7, with the movie at dusk. More info...
• Head to Village Park in Kannapolis for a their Movies in the Park. Tonight's movie is E.T. - The Extraterrestrial. More info...

Saturday, August 17

• Barnes & Noble at Carolina Place Mall hosts a Character Breakfast featuring Corduroy Bear this morning at 9:30am. Please register. More info...
• Today is Living History Saturday: World War II Living History  at Latta Plantation. 10am-4pm. More info...
• The Reedy Creek Nature Center hosts the Hummingbird Festival 2013 today 10am-4pm. More info...
• Don't miss Wild in the Water today at the Charlotte Nature Museum, 10am-1pm. More info...
• Check out Lakeshore Learning's Free Crafts for Kids today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make an I Can Do It Flowerpot . More info...
• Learn Basic Animal First Aid today at Discovery Place, 11am-2pm. More info...
• Discovery Place Kids hosts Creative Sea Animals with special activities today at 11am and 2pm, and tomorrow at 2pm. More info...
• The Charlotte Symphony Guild presents their Musical Petting Zoo today 12-1:30pm. More info...
• Head to the Kannpolis Branch library this evening at 7pm for Stories Under the Stars featuring Dancing Stories - Traditional African dances & stories performed by April Turner. More info...
• Don't miss Lefty Williams performing tonight at RiverJam at the US National Whitewater Center. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Durham Bulls More info...

Sunday, August 18

• Make a splash at the Lake Wylie Family Kayak Tour today at 1:30pm. Registration required. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Durham Bulls More info...

Save the Date:
August 30: Grand Opening of Romare Bearden Park More info...
September 7: Big Red Shoe 5K & Festival More info...
September 14: Rock & Read 5K More info...
September 19-22: Auto Fair More info...
September 20-22, 27-29: Day Out with Thomas More info...

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

Don't miss the CMOMs Sale on Saturday!!!

www.charlottemultiples.com

One of the biggest and best consignment sales of the year (and voted Best of the Best by Charlotte Magazine readers) takes place Saturday at The Park Expo and Conference Center. Don't miss the CMOMs Fall/Winter Consignment Sale for great deals on children and maternity clothes, toys, gear, bedding, etc. Shop early at 7:30am with a $2 admission fee and FREE admission 8:30am-12:15pm. The half price sale takes place 12:45-3pm. Parking is FREE at the sale, and they accept cash, Visa and MasterCard.

I'll post some "preview" pictures of the sale floor on Friday on our Facebook page, so keep an eye out!!

Blessings,
The Buzz


Monday, August 5

• It's Shark Week all this week at Discovery Place in Uptown Charlotte. More info...
• Barnes & Noble at Carolina Place Mall hosts Movin' Up and Movin' On Storytime this morning at 10am. More info...
• The Reedy Creek Nature Center hosts Budding Adventures this morning at 10am. More info...
• Head to the Mint Hill library at 10am for The Magic of Reading with Rufus. Please register. More info...
• Catch a FREE storytime this morning at Chick-Fil-A Cotswold at 10:30am (and a Cotswold School Summer Read-In beginning at 10am). More info...
• Studio Movie Grill at The Epicentre hosts a kids movie (and every day through Friday) at 11am. $1 for kids, $2 for adults. Call 704-972-1062 to find out which movie is playing this week. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs More info...

Tuesday, August 6

• Head to Barnes & Noble at the Arboretum for Toddler Tuesdays and hear the story,  A Sick Day for Amos McGee. More info...
• Carolina Place Mall hosts a Family Fun Day this morning at 11am in their Center Court. More info...
• The Myers Park Library hosts Afternoon Adventures: Davy Crockett today at 2pm. More info...
• Tonight is National Night Out. There are lots (and LOTS) of activities happening all across Charlotte...join the fun!! More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs More info...

Wednesday, August 7

• Head to Discovery Place Kids for a Wonderful Wednesday: Treasure Hunt today at 11am and 2pm. More info...
• The Mint Hill library presents Ocean Wonders with Sandi McGarrah this afternoon at 2pm. Please register. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs More info...

Thursday, August 8

• Head to Imaginon this afternoon at 1:30pm for Storyteller Madafo Lloyd Wilson. More info... 
• The Carolina Raptor Center visits the University City library this afternoon at 2pm. More info...
• Don't miss one of The QCB's favorites, The Plaza Family Band this evening at the Morrison library! More info...
• Desert Noises provides this music for tonight's River Jam at the US National Whitewater Center. More Info...
• Head to Veterans' Park in Kannapolis this evening at 6pm to hear The Fantastic Shakers as part of their Thursdays on Main series.
• Charlotte Knights vs. Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs More info...

Friday, August 9

• Don't miss Imaginon's Family Storytime this morning at 10:30am or 1:30pm. More info...
• Reedy Creek Nature Center hosts a Nature Dogventure Hike today at 6pm. More info...
• Head to Barnes & Noble at Carolina Place this evening at 7pm for their Mermaid Slumber Party Storytime. More info...
• Waxhaw hosts Yellow Brick Road - The Ultimate Elton John Tribute Band tonight as part of their Jammin' by the Tracks Summer Concert Series at 7pm. More info... 
• See Oz; The Great and Powerful tonight in Pineville as part of their Rockin' & Reelin' summer series. More info...
• South Park Mall hosts Movies Under the Stars tonight with a screening of The Croods. Live band and activities start at 7, with the movie at dusk. More info...
• Carolina Panthers vs. Chicago Bears More info...

Saturday, August 10

• Today is Living History Saturday: Natural Dyeing at Latta Plantation. 10am-4pm. More info...
• Get your tickets now for Monkey Mania at the Schiele Museum today at 11am and 2pm. More info...
• Check out Lakeshore Learning's Free Crafts for Kids today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a Pet Fish Puppet. More info...
• Discovery Place Kids hosts Sand Castles with special activities today at 11am and 2pm, and tomorrow at 2pm. More info...
• Concord Mills hosts their Back to School Bash today in the Food Court, 11am-1pm. More info...
• Belk at SouthPark Mall is hosting KidFest today 12-3pm with a fashion show, games and prizes. More info...
• Enjoy a Family Nature Hike today at 3pm at the McDowell Nature Center. More info...
• Don't miss The Beast Feast - Food Truck Throwdown & Live Music at the US National Whitewater Center. The fun begins at 1pm. More info...
• Tonight at 6pm the Circle K Back To School Monster Truck Bash comes to the Charlotte Motor Speedway. More info...
• Head to Village Park in Kannapolis tonight at 7pm to hear the band, A1A, and stay to enjoy FIREWORKS afterward! More info...
• Charlotte Eagles vs. Antigua More info...

Sunday, August 11

• Take part in Lowe's Build & Grow series, and today you can build Dusty from Disney's new Planes movie. More info...
• Only 2 more weeks to enjoy Carowinds during the week, but open on weekends through October. More info...

Save the Date:
August 14-24: Pocket More info...
August 17: Hummingbird Festival More info...
August 30: Grand Opening of Romare Bearden Park More info...
September 14: Rock & Read 5K More info...
September 19-22: Auto Fair More info...
September 20-22, 27-29: Day Out with Thomas More info...

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