Bye, Bye Summertime!!

Here's how I ended my summer this weekend...fantastic long weekend at the beach. I was SO ready for back to school (and I'm pretty sure I still am since preschool (finally) starts Wednesday), but enjoying the last few lazy days of summer...before preschool, and soccer, and choir, and violin lessons, and karate begin...has been marvelous. Hope you had a great last weekend of summer, too. Always hard to see it go...but we know Summer will be here again before we know it. Bring on the Fall!!!

Blessings,
The Buzz

P.S. - Check our Facebook Page later this week for a great GIVEAWAY from Charlotte Warehouse Sale.

Monday, September 1 - Labor Day

• No School for CMS
• Ages 3 and up are invited to the Reedy Creek Nature Center this morning at 10am for Nature Story Corner. More info...
• Lots to see during Yard Art Day today! More info...
• Head to the McDowell Nature Center where ages 10 and up are invited to Labor Day Kayaking today at 10am or 1:30am. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinnett Braves More info...

Tuesday, September 2

• Check out Barnes & Noble - Morrison for Elf on the Shelf: A Birthday Tradition this morning at 10am. More info...
• Pack a picnic and head to Pocket Park in Uptown today at 11:30 to see Brad Bailey perform. More info... 
• The Music Box Lunch Box Series continues at Romare Bearden Park today at noon. Hear sounds from Neil Davenport. More info..
• Elementary age girls are invited to the Mint Hill library for their American Girl Book Club this afternoon at 4pm. More info...
• Ages 6 to 14 are invited to the LEGO Store at Concord Mills for their Monthly Mini-Build at 5pm. Today you'll build a LEGO Racing Plane. More info...

Wednesday, September 3

• Library Storytimes have returned after their annual August hiatus! More info...
• Head to Pocket Park in Uptown today at 11:30 to hear music from Tyrone Jefferson and Van Sachs. More info...
• Also at Pocket Park, enjoy Library in the Park: I Can Play in the Park. More info...
• The Charlotte Nature Museum hosts Wild Wednesdays: Feathers for Lunch today at 12:30pm. More info...
• Burger 21 in Ballantyne is offering Half Off Kids Wednesdays with kids activities. Tonight 4-8pm. More info...
• Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer FREE Admission today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. More info...
• Party in the Park continues this evening at Romare Bearden Park. 5:30-9:00pm. Tonight enjoy music from Too Much Sylvia. More info..

Thursday, September 4

• The Bohemian Bungalow Bazaar Home Consignment Sale begins this morning and goes through Sunday...don't miss out! More info...
• Imaginon hosts the Once Upon a Time Summer Exhibit through September 7th. More info...
• Head to Pocket Park in Uptown today at 11:30 to enjoy activities from Discovery Place. More info...
• Don't miss the fun of River Jam at the US National Whitewater Center. Music and fun this evening with Jarekus Singleton More info...
• The Epicentre is the place to be this evening for the Charlotte Observer Panthers Tailgate Party. The event is FREE, but please register. More info...
• Head to the Morrison library this evening at 7pm for their Family Storytime: Pajama Party. More info...
• The Upscale WeeSale begins today in Roack Hill. Sale days through Sunday. More info...

Friday, September 5

• The Music Box Lunch Box Series continues at Romare Bearden Park today at noon. Hear sounds from 5 on Sundays Duo. More info...
• Help your reader grow their confidence with Paws to Read at the Morrison library beginning at 3:45pm. More info...
• The Blakeney Summer Concert Series continues. Live music Friday & Saturday evenings. More info...
• Don't miss Northlake Mall's Concerts in the Courtyard this evening with musical sounds from Darrell Harwood. More info...
• Head to Huntersville for Movies in the Park this evening for a screening of Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2. More info...

Saturday, September 6

• The Lake Norman MOMs (Mothers of Multiples) sale is today at Brawley Middle School. More info..., and the Harris YMCA Kids Konsignment Sale is also today. More info...
• Do your kids love to cook? Ages 9 to 13 should check out Williams-Sonoma's Junior Chef classes. Today's theme is Fresh Pasta at 10am. More info...
• Don't miss the fun at the Indian Fair today at the Schiele Museum. 10am-4pm. More info...
• Families with children in Pre-K through 2nd grade are invited to Discovery Place for Green Eggs & Ham at 10:30am. Please register. More info...
• And families with children in grades 3 to 5 are also invited to Discovery Place at 10:30am for Fear Factor. More info...
• Head to Discovery Place Kids for Fire Safety, 11:00-11:45am. More info...
• Don't miss Grandparents Storytime this morning at 10am at Barnes & Noble - Morrison. More info..., also at the Arboretum location at 11am, More info..., and Carolina Place also at 11am. More info...
• Lakeshore Learning hosts their Free Crafts For Kids today 11am-3pm. Today the children will make a Owl Pencil Holder. More info...
• Don't miss the fun at Discovery Place today during Alien Worlds: A Space Tour. More info...
• Ages 4 and up are invited to Barnes & Noble Morrison today at Noon for National Fit Made Fun Day. More info..., also at Carolina Place at 11:30am. More info..., and at Birkdale at 2pm. More info...
• Charlotte Museum of History hosts Backcountry Days this afternoon, 1-5pm. More info...
• Stonecrest continues their Summer Concert Series. Live outdoor music on Fridays and Saturdays. More info..
• RiverJam continues tonight at the US National Whitewater Center with music from Hackensaw Boys. More info...
• Head to River Run this evening for the Chiquita Classic Concerts featuring Simplified. More info...

Sunday, September 7

• The Charlotte Nature Museum hosts Who Gives a Hoot? today at 12:30pm. More info...
• Head to the Main Street Children's Museum this afternoon for Grandparent's Day, 1-5pm. More info...
• Don't miss the Crush Kids Cancer Event this afternoon at Candygirl Confections on Selwyn Avenue. More info...
• Ages 4 and up are invited to the Reedy Creek Nature Center for Family Fort Building this afternoon at 1:30pm. More info...
• Ages 5 to 12 are invited to the Latta Plantation Nature Center at 2pm for Fantastic Fish. More info...
• Ages 7 and up are invited to the Reedy Creek Nature Center for Stream Safari this afternoon at 2pm. More info...

Monday, September 8

• All ages are invited to the West Boulevard library this afternoon at 3pm for their Library Anniversary Celebration. More info...
• Ages 8 to 11 are invited to the South County library this afternoon at 4:15pm for Readers Theatre: Drama Rama. More info...
• Check out Barnes & Noble - Birkdale for Elf on the Shelf: A Birthday Tradition this morning at 4:30pm. More info...
• Ages 9 to 12 are invited to the Latta Plantation Nature Center this afternoon for Catawba Studies 1-4pm. More info...

Save The Date:
September 19-21: Festival in the Park More info...
October 1-5: Disney on Ice More info...
November 14-16: Marvel Universe LIVE More info...
December 13: The Singing Christmas Tree for Kids More info...
January 9-10, 2015: Monster Jam More info...

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Sky Top Orchard

If you're looking for a fun weekend day trip now that school has started (or will tomorrow - good luck), I highly recommend a trip to Sky Top Orchard. We went today after a weekend church retreat in the mountains, but you could easily go up and back in a day. There's apple picking, of course, but also hay rides, a playground, a nature trail, and animals to see. Did I mention the hot apple cider, apple cider slushies, and apple cider doughnuts that they sell? Heavenly! Mountain family memories are so much fun!!

Blessings,
The Buzz

Monday, August 25

• Back to School for CMS!! More info...
• Head to the Myers Park library this evening at 6pm for Family Movie Night: Monsters University. More info...
• "Back to School" wipe you out? Skip cooking and check out our Kids Eat Free list for deals every night of the week!
• Charlotte Knights vs. Norfolk Tides More info...

Tuesday, August 26

• Don't miss Peanut Butter & Cupcake, a special storytime this morning at Barnes & Noble - Morrison. More info..., also at the Arboretum location at 11am, More info..., and at the Carolina Place location, More info..., and the Birkdale location. More info...
• Pack a picnic and head to Pocket Park in Uptown today at 11:30 to see Caroline Calouche perform. More info... 
• The Music Box Lunch Box Series continues at Romare Bearden Park today at noon. Hear sounds from Brad Bailey. More info..
• Boys in grades 2 to 5 are invited to the Cornelius library this afternoon at 4:30pm for Boys Will Be Boys. More info...
• The Sail Again Children's Consignment Sale begins this evening, and goes through Saturday...happy shopping! More info...

Wednesday, August 27

• Imaginon presents Family Storytime this morning at 10:30am. More info...
• Discovery Place Kids hosts Wonderful Wednesday: Sensory Science with special activities today at 11am and 2pm. More info...
• Head to Pocket Park in Uptown today at 11:30 to hear music from Reinaldo Brown and Dim Brock. More info...
• Also at Pocket Park, enjoy Library in the Park: I Can Celebrate Independence Library's 40th Anniversary. More info...
• The Charlotte Nature Museum hosts Wild Wednesdays: An Extraordinary Egg today at 12:30pm. More info...
• Burger 21 in Ballantyne is offering Half Off Kids Wednesdays with kids activities. Tonight 4-8pm. More info...
• Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer FREE Admission today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. More info...
• Party in the Park continues this evening at Romare Bearden Park. 5:30-9:00pm. Tonight enjoy music from On The Border. More info..

Thursday, August 28

• Imaginon hosts the Once Upon a Time Summer Exhibit through September 7th. More info...
• Preschoolers are invited to the South County library this morning at 10:30am for Simply STEAM: Sea Science. More info...
• Head to Pocket Park in Uptown today at 11:30 to hear music from Ghost Trees. More info...
• Don't miss the fun of River Jam at the US National Whitewater Center. Music and fun this evening with Lindsay Lou & The Flatbellys More info...

Friday, August 29

• The shopping begins this morning at the TTB Kidz Consignment Sale at the Metrolina Tradeshow Expo. More info...
• The Music Box Lunch Box Series continues at Romare Bearden Park today at noon. Hear sounds from Tim Gordon. More info...
• Following The Music Lunchbox Series, the music continues all weekend during the Bearden Birthday Bash. More info...
• Help your reader's skills bloom during Paws to Read this afternoon at the Morrison library. More info...
• Matthews Alive! begins today with lots of family fun through Monday. More info...
• Head to Atomz Lab this evening for Parents Night Out tonight, 6-9pm. More info...
• The Blakeney Summer Concert Series continues. Live music Friday & Saturday evenings. More info...
• Birkdale Village wraps up their Mingling on the Green Series with concerts Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings. More info...
• Friday Night Live happens tonight in Belmont, 7-10pm, with music from Lakeside Drive. More info...

Saturday, August 30

• Do your kids love to cook? Ages 9 to 13 should check out Williams-Sonoma's Junior Chef classes. Today's theme is Pizza Dough from Scratch at 10am. More info...
• The Matthews Alive Parade steps off this morning at 10:30am. More info...
• Head to Discovery Place Kids for Smart with Art at 11am and 2pm. More info...
• Don't miss fun music and kids activities with Radio Disney today during Bearden Birthday Bash, 11am-4pm. More info...
• Lakeshore Learning hosts their Free Crafts For Kids today 11am-3pm. Today the children will make a Whimsical Wind Catcher. More info...
• Bass Pro Shops at Concord Mills hosts Hometown Festival 2014 with FREE and fun activities today and tomorrow. More info...
• The Charlotte Nature Museum hosts Reptile Roundup today at 12:30pm. More info...
• Don't miss the fun at Discovery Place today during Alien Worlds: A Space Tour. More info...
• The US National Whitewater Center hosts their Labor Day Celebration with fun events all day today. More info...
• Head to the Reedy Creek Nature Center this afternoon for a Campfire Roast at 2pm. More info...
• Stonecrest continues their Summer Concert Series. Live outdoor music on Fridays and Saturdays. More info...
• Latta Plantation Nature Center is the place to be this evening for their Family Campfire, 6-9pm. More info...
• RiverJam continues tonight at the US National Whitewater Center with music from Oak Creek Band. More info...
• Head to Rivergate for their Outdoor Movie Series tonight with a screening of Despicable Me 2. More info...

Sunday, August 31

• The Spraygrounds remain open, but only through tomorrow!! Enjoy the fun, 10am-8pm. More info...
• Don't miss Discovery Place Kids' Smart With Art this afternoon at 2:00pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinnett Braves More info...

Monday, September 1 - Labor Day

• No School for CMS
• Ages 3 and up are invited to the Reedy Creek Nature Center this morning at 10am for Nature Story Corner. More info...
• Lots to see during Yard Art Day today! More info...
• Head to the McDowell Nature Center where ages 10 and up are invited to Labor Day Kayaking today at 10am or 1:30am. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinnett Braves More info...

Save The Date:
September 7: Crush Kids Cancer Event More info...
October 1-5: Disney on Ice More info...
November 14-16: Marvel Universe LIVE More info...
December 13: The Singing Christmas Tree for Kids More info...
January 9-10, 2015: Monster Jam More info...

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Winding Down & Wrapping Up

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The summer is winding down and wrapping up and school is just around the corner - this week for some, next week for some, after Labor Day for the preschool set. My home at this time of year is generally very far from organized, but I'm trying to do better this year. I love the website Organized Home (and pin lots of ideas that occasionally come to reality), and I think their "Back To School" suggestions are some of the best. Check it out HERE.

Local professional organizers, Simplicity, have been a lifesaver for me, my family, and my home over the last year. Their tips, tricks and strategies are awesome, and you don't have to be super-mom to make it happen. Their blog always has great ideas for becoming, and staying, organized. As school approaches, I love THIS blog post about preparation..."always be prepared"!!

We can handle this "back-to-school" thing y'all!!

Blessings,
The Buzz

Monday, August 18

• The South County library hosts Hugo's Reading Revolution this morning at 10am for ages 5 to 11. Registration required. More info...
• Don't miss Kids Fun Day at Dish it Out locations. More info...
• Ages 6 to 12 are invited to Atomz Lab this afternoon, 1-4pm for Spa Science. Please register. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinnett Braves More info...

Tuesday, August 19

• The Steele Creek library hosts Hugo's Reading Revolution this morning at 10am for ages 5 to 11. Registration required. More info...
• Summer mornings in Kannapolis just got a little more fun with Gem Theatre's Summer Movie Camp at 10am and 12:30pm. Today's $1 movie is the final of the season, and it's The Nut Job. More info...
• Barnes & Noble - Morrison hosts My Pet Book this morning at 11am. More info..., also at Carolina Place at 11am. More info..., and Birkdale at 11am. More info...
• Pack a picnic and head to Pocket Park in Uptown today at 11:30 to hear Greg Lilley perform. More info... 
• The Music Box Lunch Box Series continues at Romare Bearden Park today at noon. Hear sounds from Calvin Edwards. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinnett Braves More info...

Wednesday, August 20

• Uh Oh! continues at the Children's Theatre of Charlotte's. Shows through August 23rd. More info...
• The Cornelius library hosts Hugo's Reading Revolution this morning at 10am for ages 5 to 11. Registration required. More info...
• Discovery Place Kids hosts Wonderful Wednesday: Color Mixing Science with special activities today at 11am and 2pm. More info...
• Head to Pocket Park in Uptown today at 11:30 to hear music from John Alexander and Lovell Bradfor. More info...
• Also at Pocket Park, enjoy Library in the Park: I Can Use My Mobile Device. More info...
• Mellow Mushroom locations are celebrating the pizza giant's 40th birthday with Way Back Wednesday...prices from their original 1974 menu. More info...
• The Charlotte Nature Museum hosts Wild Wednesdays: The Mixed Up Chameleon today at 12:30pm. More info...
• Ages 6 to 12 are invited to Atomz Lab this afternoon, 1-4pm for Hogwarts Potions. Please register. More info...
• Burger 21 in Ballantyne is offering Half Off Kids Wednesdays with kids activities. Tonight 4-8pm. More info...
• Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer FREE Admission today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. More info...
• Party in the Park continues this evening at Romare Bearden Park. 5:30-9:00pm. Tonight enjoy music from A Sign of the Times. More info..

Thursday, August 21

• Imaginon hosts the Once Upon a Time Summer Exhibit through September 7th. More info...
• Head to Pocket Park in Uptown today at 11:30 to see part of a CPCC Art Show. More info...
• Tonight is Cotswold Spirit Night at Chick-Fil-a at Cotswold. 4-8pm. More info...
• The Beatties Ford library hosts Magic Treehouse Bookclub this afternoon at 5pm. More info...
• Don't miss the fun of River Jam at the US National Whitewater Center. Music and fun this evening with Moreland & Arbuckle More info...

Friday, August 22

• The Music Box Lunch Box Series continues at Romare Bearden Park today at noon. Hear sounds from Mark Hoffman. More info...
• Don't miss the LEGO Picnic this afternoon at 1pm at the Mountain Island library. Space is limited...please register. More info...
• The Blakeney Summer Concert Series continues. Live music Friday & Saturday evenings. More info...
• Birkdale Village continues their Mingling on the Green Series with concerts every Friday, Saturday and Sunday this summer. More info...
• Head to Promenade on Providence to hear Borderlyne Band this evening, 7-10pm. More info...
• Movies Under the Stars at Symphony Park continues tonight with a screening of Frozen. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Norfolk Tides More info...

Saturday, August 23

• Do your kids love to cook? Ages 9 to 13 should check out Williams-Sonoma's Junior Chef classes. Today's theme is Build a Better Panini at 10am. More info...
• Head to Discovery Place Kids for Learning Letters at 10:45am and 2pm. More info...
• Barnes & Noble - Morrison hosts Hometown Hero Storytime this morning at 11am. More info..., also at Carolina Place at 11am. More info..., and Birkdale at 11am, too. More info...
• Lakeshore Learning hosts their Free Crafts For Kids today 11am-3pm. Today the children will make a Silly Face Magnetic Note Holder. More info...
• The Charlotte Nature Museum hosts Leapin' Lizards today at 12:30pm. More info...
• Don't miss the fun at Discovery Place today during Alien Worlds: A Space Tour. More info...
• The Fresh Beat Band plays this afternoon at 3pm at Carowinds. More info...
• Stonecrest continues their Summer Concert Series. Live outdoor music on Fridays and Saturdays. More info...
• RiverJam returns at the US National Whitewater Center with music from a QCB favorite, Blue Dogs. More info...
• Head to the Kannapolis Branch Library for Stories Under the Stars this evening at 7pm. More info...
• Promenade on Providence is the place to be to hear StellaRising this evening, 7-10pm. More info...
• Kenton Place is the place to be this evening for a screening of Grown Ups 2. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Norfolk Tides More info...

Sunday, August 24

• The Spraygrounds are open!! Enjoy the fun daily, 10am-8pm through Labor Day. More info...
• Head to the Schiele Museum this afternoon for Under the Shade Tree. 1-5pm. More info...
• Don't miss Discovery Place Kids' Learning Letters this afternoon at 2:00pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Norfolk Tides More info...

Monday, August 25 

• Back to School for CMS!! More info...
• Head to the Myers Park library this evening at 6pm for Family Movie Night: Monsters University. More info...
• "Back to School" wipe you out? Skip cooking and check out our Kids Eat Free list for deals every night of the week!
• Charlotte Knights vs. Norfolk Tides More info...

Save The Date:
August 29-31: Bearden Birthday Bash More info...
September 7: Crush Kids Cancer Event More info...
October 1-5: Disney on Ice More info...
November 14-16: Marvel Universe LIVE More info...
December 13: The Singing Christmas Tree for Kids More info...
January 9-10, 2015: Monster Jam More info...

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

Summer's Winding Down...

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My oldest goes back to school a week from Tuesday! How is it that the summer is winding down already? Hope you enjoy your last week (or two, or three of four) of summer. Plenty of time for some great times together with events in the Queen City this week!!

Blessings,
The Buzz

Monday, August 11

• Head to the University City library this morning at 10am for a Library Resources Scavenger Hunt. More info...
• The Beatties Ford Road hosts NASA Space Camp today at 10am. Please register as space is limited. More info...
• Don't miss a screening of A Bug's Life this afternoon at 2pm at the Plaza Midwood library. More info...

Tuesday, August 12

• Regal Cinema's Summer Movie Express continues with $1 movies on Tuesdays and Wednesdays! More info...
• Summer mornings in Kannapolis just got a little more fun with Gem Theatre's Summer Movie Camp at 10am and 12:30pm. Today's $1 movie is The LEGO Movie. More info...
• Pack a picnic and head to Pocket Park in Uptown today at 11:30 to watch a commercial filming for the 48 Hour Film Project. More info... 
• Elementary ages are invited to Imaginon this afternoon for Learn, Connect, Play: Board Games. 3-5pm. More info...
• Today is a FREE Tuesday at the Schiele Museum, 4-8pm. More info...
• The Music Box Lunch Box Series continues at Romare Bearden Park today at noon. Hear sounds from Mark Stallings. More info...

Wednesday, August 13

• Uh Oh! opens the Children's Theatre of Charlotte's season. Shows today through August 23rd. More info...
• Discovery Place Kids hosts Wonderful Wednesday: Kitchen Science with special activities today at 11am and 2pm. More info...
• Head to Pocket Park in Uptown today at 11:30 to hear music from Ron Brendle and Troy Cahn. More info...
• Head to A.C. Moore for their final Summer Fun Wednesdays, 1-3pm. Today you can Decorate Foam Visors.  More info...
• The Reedy Creek Nature Center hosts Wilderness Primitive Skills: Cooking Over a Fire this afternoon at 2pm. More info...
• Burger 21 in Ballantyne is offering Half Off Kids Wednesdays with kids activities. Tonight 4-8pm. More info...
• Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer FREE Admission today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. More info...
• Party in the Park continues this evening at Romare Bearden Park. 5:30-9:00pm. Tonight enjoy music from The Fantastic Shakers. More info..
• All ages are invited to the West Boulevard library this evening at 6pm for a Digital Petting Zoo. Please register. More info...

Thursday, August 14

• Don't miss the Playcation Day Camp: Home Sweet Home this morning at Main Street Children's Museum. More info...
• Imaginon hosts the Once Upon a Time Summer Exhibit through September 7th. More info...
• Family Storytime is the morning at 10:30am at Imaginon. More info...
• Ages 6 to 12 are invited to Atomz Lab this afternoon, 1-4pm for Hogwarts Potions: Dragon Keepers. Please register. More info...
• Tonight is Action Hero Night at Chick-Fil-a at Cotswold. 6-8pm. More info...
• Head to Veteran's Park in Kannapolis to see a performance by the Tim Clark Band this evening, 6-9pm. More info...
• Don't miss the fun of River Jam at the US National Whitewater Center. Music and fun this evening with The Get Right Band More info...

Friday, August 15

• Don't miss Hugo's Reading Revolution this morning at 10am at the West Boulevard library. More info...
• Head to Pocket Park in Uptown today at 11:30 to hear music from Matt Stratford. More info...
• The Music Box Lunch Box Series continues at Romare Bearden Park today at noon. Hear sounds from Kent Steel. More info...
• Ages 6 to 12 are invited to Atomz Lab this afternoon, 1-4pm for Hogwarts Potions: Weasley's Wizard Wheezes. Please register. More info...
• Discovery Place Kids invited kindergartners and their families to Countdown to Kindergarten this afternoon at 5pm and FREE. More info...
• The Blakeney Summer Concert Series continues. Live music Friday & Saturday evenings. More info...
• Birkdale Village continues their Mingling on the Green Series with concerts every Friday, Saturday and Sunday this summer. More info...
• Head to Promenade on Providence to hear The Loafers Band this evening, 7-10pm. More info...
• Mighty Faith Ministries hosts Family Movie Night this evening at 7:30 with a screening of Noah. More info...
• Movies Under the Stars at Symphony Park continues tonight with a screening of The LEGO Movie. More info...

Saturday, August 16

• Head to the Harris YMCA this morning for a FREE Dance-A-Thon, 9-11am. More info...
• Do your kids love to cook? Ages 9 to 13 should check out Williams-Sonoma's Junior Chef classes. Today's theme is Apple Snacks at 10am. More info...
• Don't miss the Harrisburg Art Walk today, 10am-2pm at the Harrisburg Town Center. More info...
• Head to Discovery Place Kids for Sink or Float? at 11am and 2pm. More info...
• Barnes & Noble - Morrison hosts Pete the Cat and the New Guy this morning at 11am. More info..., also at Barnes & Noble - Carolina Place at 11, More info..., and Barnes & Noble - Birkdale at 11. More info...
• Lakeshore Learning hosts their Free Crafts For Kids today 11am-3pm. Today the children will make a Blooming Numbers Garden. More info...
• Stonecrest continues their Summer Concert Series. Live outdoor music on Fridays and Saturdays. More info...
• RiverJam returns at the US National Whitewater Center with music from Folk Soul Revival. More info...
• Hear the sounds of Carolina Music Machine this evening 6-9pm at Rivergate as part of their Music by the Fountain series. More info...
• Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation presents the Freedom Summer Series this evening at Freedom Park. More info...
• Don't miss Old Time Country & Gospel music tonight at 6pm at the McCelvey Center. More info...
• Promenade on Providence is the place to be to hear Aerial View Band this evening, 7-10pm. More info...
• Head to Village Park in Kannapolis tonight to hear Too Much Sylvia and see Fireworks. More info...
• Cornelius Town Hall is the place to be this evening for a screening of The LEGO Movie. More info...

Sunday, August 17

• The Spraygrounds are open!! Enjoy the fun daily, 10am-8pm through Labor Day. More info...
• Don't miss Discovery Place Kids' Sink or Float? this afternoon at 2:00pm. More info...
• Head to Promenade on Providence to hear School of Rock this afternoon at 4pm. More info...
• Davidson's Concerts on the Green takes place this evening at 6pm featuring music from Fourth Creek Band. More info...

Monday, August 18

• The South County library hosts Hugo's Reading Revolution this morning at 10am for ages 5 to 11. Registration required. More info...
• Don't miss Kids Fun Day at Dish it Out locations. More info...
• Ages 6 to 12 are invited to Atomz Lab this afternoon, 1-4pm for Spa Science. Please register. More info...

Save The Date:
August 23: The Fresh Beat Band More info...
August 29-31: Bearden Birthday Bash More info...
October 1-5: Disney on Ice More info...
November 14-16: Marvel Universe LIVE More info...
December 13: The Singing Christmas Tree for Kids More info...
January 9-10, 2015: Monster Jam More info...

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CMOMs Sale is Saturday!!!

It's time!!! The Charlotte Mothers of Multiples (CMOMs) Sale is coming up on Saturday. Trust me when I say that you DO NOT want to miss this sale. As of Sunday morning at 10am, there are over 40,000 items for sale (and the number will grow). It is organized, clean, lots of volunteers to help you find what you need (and even take the big things to your car). This sale features clothing, shoes, toys, furniture, gear, supplies, books and more. I will post some "sneak peek" pictures on the Facebook Page on Friday, but mark your calendar now! Our Consignment Sale Page has also been updated...check it out!

Blessings,
The Buzz

Monday, August 4

• Don' miss the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Drawing Class this morning at 10am at Barnes & Noble - Arboretum. More info...
• Ages 3 and up are invited to Nature Story Corner this morning at 10am at the Reedy Creek Nature Center. More info...
• Barnes & Noble - Birkdale hosts Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Storytime this morning at 11am. More info...
• Head to Barnes & Noble - Carolina Place for I Believe in Fairies this morning at 11am. More info...
• Take your lunch to the Davidson library today at noon and enjoy at screening of The Pirate Fairy. More info...
• Ages 5 to 8 are invited to the Cornelius library at 2pm for Ice Cream Science. Please call to register. More info...

Tuesday, August 5

• Regal Cinema's Summer Movie Express continues with $1 movies on Tuesdays and Wednesdays! More info...
• Summer mornings in Kannapolis just got a little more fun with Gem Theatre's Summer Movie Camp at 10am and 12:30pm. Today's $1 movie is Rio 2. More info...
• Barnes & Noble Morrison hosts Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Storytime today at 11am. More info..., also at the Arboretum location at 9:30am. More info...
• Enjoy Gemstone Mining at the Schiele Museum. Tuesdays-Saturdays, 11:30am-1:30pm through August 10th. More info...
• The Music Box Lunch Box Series continues at Romare Bearden Park today at noon. Hear sounds from Matt Stratford. More info...
• The Morrison library hosts Get Set 4 Kindergarten: Gus the Bus for rising kindergartners today at 2pm. Please register as space is limited. More info...
• Head to the LEGO Store at Concord Mills this afternoon at 5pm for their Monthly Mini Build while supplies last. More info...
• Don't miss Picnic in the Park this evening, 5-8pm at Anita Stroud Park. More info...
• Head to the Sugar Creek library for Family Storytime: Bedtime Math this evening at 6:30pm. More info...
• Barnes & Noble - Birkdale hosts a Star Wars Event this evening at 7pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinnett More info...

Wednesday, August 6

• Don't miss Wonderful Wednesday: Butterfly Gardening this morning at 10:30 at the Museum of York County. More info...
• Barnes & Noble - Arboretum hosts Disney Fairy Storytime this morning at 10:30am. More info...
• Discovery Place Kids hosts Wonderful Wednesday: Squirt Gun Science with special activities today at 11am and 2pm. More info...
• Barnes & Noble - Birkdale hosts More Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles this morning at 11am. More info...
• Ages 8 to 11 are invited to Imaginon for Preteen Scene today at 11am and 2pm. More info...
• Head to A.C. Moore for their Summer Fun Wednesdays, 1-3pm. Today is Spirograph. More info...
• Don't miss Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Ninja Training this afternoon at 2pm at Barnes & Noble Morrison. More info..., also at the Carolina Place location at 10am. More info...
• Head to the Morrison library this afternoon between 2 and 4pm for their Summer Reading Finale: Ice Cream Social. Please register. More info...
• Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer FREE Admission today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. More info...
• Party in the Park continues this evening at Romare Bearden Park. 5:30-9:00pm. Tonight enjoy music from Band of Oz. More info..
• Head to Kenton Place in Cornelius for a screening of The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (PG-13) this evening. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinnett More info...

Thursday, August 7

• Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Storytime is this morning at 9:30 at Barnes & Noble - Arboretum. More info...
• Family Storytime takes place today at Imaginon at 10:30am and 1:30pm. More info...
• Imaginon hosts the Once Upon a Time Summer Exhibit through September 7th. More info...
• Don't miss the Summer Reading Finale this afternoon at 2pm at the University City library. More info...
• Rising Kindergartners are invited to the Main Street Children's Museum today, 5-7pm for Countdown to Kindergarten. More info... 
• Don't miss the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Party this evening at 6:30pm at Barnes & Noble - Birkdale. More info...
• It's the final Family Game Night tonight at 7pm at Barnes & Noble - Morrison. More info...
• Don't miss the fun of River Jam at the US National Whitewater Center. Music and fun this evening with Cedric Burnside More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Pawtucket More info...

Friday, August 8

• Today is Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Day at Barnes & Noble - Arboretum at 10am. Please register. More info...
• Imaginon hosts Story Explorers: Puppet Show this morning at 11:15am. More info...
• The Music Box Lunch Box Series continues at Romare Bearden Park today at noon. Hear sounds from Sabra Callas. More info...
• Elementary ages are invited to Imaginon at 2pm for Rookie Science. More info...
• The Blakeney Summer Concert Series continues. Live music Friday & Saturday evenings. More info...
• Birkdale Village continues their Mingling on the Green Series with concerts every Friday, Saturday and Sunday this summer. More info...
• Put the kids in their PJs and head to Barnes & Noble Morrison for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Pajama & Pizza Party at 6:30pm. Please register. More info...
• Movies Under the Stars at Symphony Park begins tonight with a screening of Despicable Me 2. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Pawtucket More info...

Saturday, August 9

• Enjoy Breakfast with Clifford this morning at 10am at Barnes & Noble - Birkdale. More info...
• Do your kids love to cook? Ages 9 to 13 should check out Williams-Sonoma's Junior Chef classes. Today's theme is Fruits & Veggies: Here and Now at 10am. More info...
• Head to Discovery Place Kids for Get Fit at 11am and 2pm. More info...
• The Myers Park library hosts Family Storytime this morning at 11am. Don't miss the fun. More info...
• Lakeshore Learning hosts their Free Crafts For Kids today 11am-3pm. Today the children will make a Summer Spinning Top. More info...
• Don't miss the Bon Odori Japanese Festival today, 11am-4pm at the Wells Fargo Atrium Plaza in Uptown. More info...
• Museum of York County hosts Flower Power for Bugs: Family Day today 12-2pm. More info...
• Head to Rivergate for Eye Level Learning's Grand Opening Celebration with special events and activities, 12-6pm. More info...
• Burger 21 in Ballantyne is offering Half Off Kids Wednesdays with other kids activities. Tonight Make a Party Hat, 4-8pm. More info...
• Don't miss the Food Truck Family Jam this evening, 5-8pm at Providence United Methodist Church.More info...
• Stonecrest continues their Summer Concert Series. Live outdoor music on Fridays and Saturdays. More info...
• RiverJam returns at the US National Whitewater Center with music from The Ballroom Thieves. More info...
• Head to Village Park in Kannapolis tonight to see a screening of The Nut Job at dusk. More info...
• Cornelius Town Hall is the place to be this evening for a screening of The LEGO Movie. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Pawtucket More info...

Sunday, August 10

• The Spraygrounds are open!! Enjoy the fun daily, 10am-8pm through Labor Day. More info...
• Don't miss Discovery Place Kids' Get Fit this afternoon at 2:00pm. More info...
• It's Team Spirit Day at Barnes & Noble - Carolina Place this afternoon at 2pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Pawtucket More info...

Monday, August 11

• Head to the University City library this morning at 10am for a Library Resources Scavenger Hunt. More info...
• The Beatties Ford Road hosts NASA Space Camp today at 10am. Please register as space is limited. More info...
• Don't miss a screening of A Bug's Life this afternoon at 2pm at the Plaza Midwood library. More info...

Save The Date:
August 29-31: Bearden Birthday Bash More info...
November 14-16: Marvel Universe LIVE More info...

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