tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-43890470467477436052024-03-12T19:51:05.656-04:00The Queen City BuzzFinding FUN for busy Charlotte families.Queen City Buzzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229483227034993092noreply@blogger.comBlogger218125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4389047046747743605.post-40037273990037820672015-12-27T19:28:00.000-05:002015-12-27T19:28:19.399-05:00In with 2016...and out with The Queen City Buzz<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Happy almost 2016! It is with mixed emotions that I write and publish this post, as this will be the <b>FINAL</b> installment of <b>The Queen City Buzz</b>. It has been a wonderful 4 years of writing this blog each week, and I am so appreciative of your readership every week. The new year is bringing with it new opportunities for me and my family, and writing The Queen City Buzz each week will no longer be possible for me. I am thrilled to tell you that I will continue writing each week for <b><a href="http://www.scoopcharlotte.com/subscribe/" target="_blank">Scoop Charlotte</a> </b>as part of their Family "Scoop". You can sign up to receive their weekly emails (published each Monday), and find a great list of fun family friendly things to do with the kids each week. The <a href="https://www.facebook.com/QueenCityBuzz/" target="_blank">Queen City Buzz Facebook Page</a> will still exist and I will post "must do" events there as well. Thank you for sticking with me...it has been a true pleasure!<br />
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Blessings,<br />
Emily Cooper/The Buzz<br />
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<b>Monday, December 28</b><br />
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<li><b>CMS is out for Winter Break...classes resume January 4th. </b></li>
<li><b>Winter Camps</b> begin today at Discovery Place. Go one day, or sign up for them all! <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/164/Winter-Break-Camps-are-Back" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Children's Theatre of Charlotte is hosting <b>Mini-Camps</b> throughout the winter school break. <a href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp?doWork::WScontent::loadArticle=Load&BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::article_id=5A6E1833-FB1C-4646-9F0D-9344776C04DC&menu_id=3481326E-A2C2-4905-B3C4-2E5311E6270E&sToken=1%2Cce6c8685%2C566dd767%2C399DAC72-211B-4EA9-B7CE-270BB659B7EA%2Ca5AvtywUrhDHUmawUY1EyDYaDu8%3D" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The<b> Leonard Bearstein Symphony Orchestra </b>returns to Founders Hall with performances through December 31.<a href="http://www.foundershall.com/calendar.html" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The new <b>Body Worlds </b>exhibit is now open at Discovery Place. Probably best for older elementary ages and up. <a href="http://bodyworlds.discoveryplace.org/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Children's Theatre of Charlotte presents <i style="font-weight: bold;">Twas the Night Before</i> with shows through December 30th. <a href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Check out <b>Speedway Christmas </b> at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. Definitely a "must-do" for the holidays. <a href="http://www.charlottemotorspeedway.com/tickets/speedway_christmas/" target="_blank">More info..</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Hornets vs. Los Angeles Lakers </b><a href="http://www.nba.com/hornets/schedule" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Tuesday, December 29</strong></span><br />
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<li><b style="font-family: inherit;">Toddler Tuesdays</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> are back at Sea Life Aquarium today (and every Tuesday), </span><a href="https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/news-and-events/" style="font-family: inherit;">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to My Gym Charlotte for <b>Winter Camp</b> this week...three options for camp each day. <a href="http://www.mygym.com/charlotte/articles/1967" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Enjoy <b>Take a Break Game Days</b> today and tomorrow at the Museum of York County, 10am-2pm. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1897/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>A Kannapolis Christmas</b> continues through December 30th. <a href="http://kannapolischristmas.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><br /></b></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Wednesday, December 30</b></span></div>
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<li><b>Wee Wednesdays</b> continue today at the Main Street Children's Museum at 10:30am. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1880/" target="_blank">More info...</a> </li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Penguins</b> today at Discovery Place Kids at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/677/Penguins-Wednesdays-Fridays" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for </span><b style="font-family: inherit;">FREE Music</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. </span><a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/6th-north-tryon-programming/?utm_source=WhatCounts+Publicaster+Edition&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FYC+Weekly+June+26+-+July+2&utm_content=6th+N.+Tryon" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss the Charlotte Nature Museum's <b>Wild Wednesday: Crumbs</b> today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/225/Wild-Wednesday-Crumbs" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer <strong>FREE Admission</strong> today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/401/free-wednesday-evenings-6" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Hornets vs. LA Clippers </b><a href="http://www.nba.com/hornets/schedule" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Thursday, December 31</strong></span></div>
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<li>Celebrate <b>New Years at Noon</b> today at Discovery Place Kids. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/248/New-Years-at-Noon" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Load up the car and head to Zootastic Park for their <b>Christmas Wonderland of Lights</b>. Tonight is the last night! <a href="http://www.zootasticpark.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Holidays at the Garden</b> is in full swing through January 3 at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/events/garden-events/public-garden-events/holidays-at-the-garden/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Departing daily between now and January 3, don't miss <b>Polar Express at Great Smoky Mountain Railroad</b>. <a href="http://www.gsmr.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss<b> Sparkle & Glow New Years Eve </b>at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden this evening, 6-9pm. <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/sparkle-glow-new-years-eve/?instance_id=3068" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ring in the new year at the family friendly <b>CLT New Years Eve</b> at Romare Bearden Park beginning at 6pm. <a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/ai1ec_event/clt-new-years-eve-2/?instance_id=61096" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Friday, January 1 - Happy New Year!</strong></span><br />
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<li><b>Holiday on Ice</b> runs through January 3 at the NASCAR Hall of Fame Plaza. <a href="http://wbt.com/event/opening-night-at-holiday-on-ice/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Tools of Stone </b>is a not to miss demonstration today at the Schiele Museum at 10am. </li>
<li>Head to the McDowell Nature Center for their <b>Evergreen Scavenger Hunt</b> today at 1pm. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/evergreen-scavenger-hunt/26268" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Citizen Science Friday: Hawk Watch</b> this afternoon at 1pm at the Charlotte Nature Museum. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/197/Citizen-Science-Friday-Hawk-Watch" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Saturday, January 2</strong><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Panda-monium </b>wraps up today at Discovery Place. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/417/PANDA-monium" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>The Reedy Creek Nature Center hosts <b>Nature Art</b> this morning at 10am for all ages. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/nature-art/26690" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 8 to 11 are invited to the McDowell Nature Center for <b>Fire Building 101</b> this morning at 10:30am. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/fire-building-101/26279" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lakeshore Learning hosts their <strong>Free Crafts For Kids</strong> today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a Silly Slithering Snake<i>.</i> <a href="http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m" target="_blank">More info.</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Hibernation Station </b>events today at Discovery Place Kids at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/235/Hibernation-Station-Saturday" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Hornets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder </b><a href="http://www.nba.com/hornets/schedule" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Sunday, January 3</strong></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy an afternoon at the Charlotte Nature Museum during their <b>It's Raining Cats and Dogs </b>event today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/228/Its-Raining-Cats-and-Dogs" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss the <b>Hot Chocolate Bird Hike</b> this afternoon at 2pm at the Reedy Creek Nature Center. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/hot-chocolate-bird-hike/26255" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for their <b>Hibernation Station </b>event today at 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/682/Hibernation-Station-Sunday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Ages 6 and up are invited to the McDowell Nature Center for <b>Beavers: Builders of the Forest</b> at 3pm. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/beavers-builders-of-the-forest/26331" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Monday, January 4</strong></span><br />
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<li>School's Back in Session!! We made it!!</li>
<li>Ages 3 to 6 are invited to <b>Nature Story Corner </b>this morning at 10am at the Reedy Creek Nature Center.<br /></li>
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Queen City Buzzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10229483227034993092noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4389047046747743605.post-18572389860375544182015-12-20T20:53:00.001-05:002015-12-20T20:53:31.290-05:00Merry Christmas!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It's Christmas week...I finally finished wrapping today, and I dropped the Christmas cards in the mailbox tonight...WooHoo! Heading to Polar Express in Bryson City tomorrow, and then back home to get ready for the Christmas fun. I hope you have a wonderful week filled with family and friends that remind you to be thankful for all the blessings we enjoy!!<br />
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Blessings,<br />
The Buzz<br />
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<b>Monday, December 21</b><br />
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<li><b>CMS is out for Winter Break...classes resume January 4th. </b></li>
<li><b>Winter Camps</b> begin today at Discovery Place. Go one day, or sign up for them all! <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/164/Winter-Break-Camps-are-Back" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Children's Theatre of Charlotte is hosting <b>Mini-Camps</b> throughout the winter school break. <a href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp?doWork::WScontent::loadArticle=Load&BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::article_id=5A6E1833-FB1C-4646-9F0D-9344776C04DC&menu_id=3481326E-A2C2-4905-B3C4-2E5311E6270E&sToken=1%2Cce6c8685%2C566dd767%2C399DAC72-211B-4EA9-B7CE-270BB659B7EA%2Ca5AvtywUrhDHUmawUY1EyDYaDu8%3D" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The<b> Leonard Bearstein Symphony Orchestra </b>returns to Founders Hall with performances through December 31.<a href="http://www.foundershall.com/calendar.html" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The new <b>Body Worlds </b>exhibit is now open at Discovery Place. Probably best for older elementary ages and up. <a href="http://bodyworlds.discoveryplace.org/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The <b>Polar Express Train Ride</b> continues through tomorrow at the NC Transportation Museum in Spencer. <a href="http://nctrans.org/Events/THE-POLAR-EXPRESS-(TM)-TRAIN-RIDE.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Tuesday, December 22</strong></span><br />
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<li><b style="font-family: inherit;">Toddler Tuesdays</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> are back at Sea Life Aquarium today (and every Tuesday), </span><a href="https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/news-and-events/" style="font-family: inherit;">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Letters to Santa</b> today at Discovery Place Kids at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/681/Letters-to-Santa" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 5 to 11 are invited to the South County library for <b>Creating with Books</b> at 2pm. Please register. <a href="http://events.cmlibrary.org/eventsignup.asp?ID=189955" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Christmas at the Library</b> continues at the Billy Graham library through December 23rd. <a href="http://billygrahamlibrary.org/christmas-at-the-library/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><br /></b></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Wednesday, December 23</b></span></div>
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<li><b>Wee Wednesdays</b> continue today at the Main Street Children's Museum at 10:30am. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1879/" target="_blank">More info...</a> </li>
<li>Celebrate <b>Christmas</b> today at Discovery Place Kids at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/673/Christmas" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for <b>FREE Music</b> on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/6th-north-tryon-programming/?utm_source=WhatCounts+Publicaster+Edition&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FYC+Weekly+June+26+-+July+2&utm_content=6th+N.+Tryon" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss the Charlotte Nature Museum's <b>Wild Wednesday: Backyard Buddies</b> today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/224/Wild-Wednesday-Backyard-Buddies" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer <strong>FREE Admission</strong> today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/401/free-wednesday-evenings-6" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Hornets vs. Boston Celtics </b><a href="http://www.nba.com/hornets/schedule" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Thursday, December 24 - Christmas Eve</strong></span></div>
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<li>Ages 3 and up are invited to the Latta Plantation Nature Center for <b>Family Hiking Club: Fire in the Forest</b> this afternoon at 1pm. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/family-hiking-club-fire-in-the-forest/25624" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Load up the car and head to Zootastic Park for their <b>Christmas Wonderland of Lights</b>. Continues through December 31. <a href="http://www.zootasticpark.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Holidays at the Garden</b> is in full swing through January 3 at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/events/garden-events/public-garden-events/holidays-at-the-garden/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Departing daily between now and January 3, don't miss <b>Polar Express at Great Smoky Mountain Railroad</b>. <a href="http://www.gsmr.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Friday, December 25 - Merry Christmas</strong></span><br />
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<li><b>Holiday on Ice</b> runs through January 3 at the NASCAR Hall of Fame Plaza. <a href="http://wbt.com/event/opening-night-at-holiday-on-ice/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The lights come are on in McAdenville for <b>Christmas Town USA. </b>Lights are on nightly through December 26th. <a href="http://billygrahamlibrary.org/christmas-at-the-library/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Saturday, December 26</strong><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Panda-monium </b>begins today at Discovery Place and continues through January 2nd. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/417/PANDA-monium" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Head to the Charlotte Nature Museum this morning at 10:15 for their <b>Guided Nature Walk</b>. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/203/Guided-Nature-Walk" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lakeshore Learning hosts their <strong>Free Crafts For Kids</strong> today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a <i>Happy New Year Glasses.</i> <a href="http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m" target="_blank">More info.</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Kwanzaa </b>events today at Discovery Place Kids at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/249/Kwanzaa-Saturday" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Check out the <b>High Octane Holiday Movies </b>at the NASCAR Hall of Fame at 12pm, 2pm & 4pm today AND tomorrow. This weekend's movie is <i>Frozen</i>. <a href="http://www.nascarhall.com/events/holiday-happenings" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Children's Theatre of Charlotte presents <i style="font-weight: bold;">Twas the Night Before</i> with shows through December 30th. <a href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>A Kannapolis Christmas</b> continues through December 30th. <a href="http://kannapolischristmas.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Hornets vs. Memphis Grizzlies </b><a href="http://www.nba.com/hornets/schedule" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Sunday, December 27</strong></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy an afternoon at the Charlotte Nature Museum during their <b>Inside Safari </b>event today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/227/Inside-Safari" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for their <b>Kwanzaa </b>event today at 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/55/Kwanzaa-Sunday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Check out <b>Speedway Christmas </b> at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. Definitely a "must-do" for the holidays. <a href="http://www.charlottemotorspeedway.com/tickets/speedway_christmas/" target="_blank">More info..</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Monday, December 28</strong></span><br />
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<li><b>CMS is out for Winter Break...classes resume January 4th. </b></li>
<li><b>Winter Camps</b> begin today at Discovery Place. Go one day, or sign up for them all! <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/164/Winter-Break-Camps-are-Back" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Children's Theatre of Charlotte is hosting <b>Mini-Camps</b> throughout the winter school break. <a href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp?doWork::WScontent::loadArticle=Load&BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::article_id=5A6E1833-FB1C-4646-9F0D-9344776C04DC&menu_id=3481326E-A2C2-4905-B3C4-2E5311E6270E&sToken=1%2Cce6c8685%2C566dd767%2C399DAC72-211B-4EA9-B7CE-270BB659B7EA%2Ca5AvtywUrhDHUmawUY1EyDYaDu8%3D" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The<b> Leonard Bearstein Symphony Orchestra </b>returns to Founders Hall with performances through December 31.<a href="http://www.foundershall.com/calendar.html" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The new <b>Body Worlds </b>exhibit is now open at Discovery Place. Probably best for older elementary ages and up. <a href="http://bodyworlds.discoveryplace.org/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Hornets vs. Los Angeles Lakers </b><a href="http://www.nba.com/hornets/schedule" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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December 31:<b> <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/sparkle-glow-new-years-eve/?instance_id=3068" target="_blank">Sparkle & Glow New Years Eve</a> </b>@ Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden<br />
December 31: <b><a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/ai1ec_event/clt-new-years-eve-2/?instance_id=61096" target="_blank">CLT New Years Eve</a></b> @ Romare Bearden Park<br />
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Here it is...the last week before schools are out for Winter Break. Last week to shop solo, to run errands solo, to go to the post office solo...you get the picture. Do me a favor this week...have a cup of coffee solo, watch some mindless TV solo, go for a walk solo, have lunch solo (or with a girlfriend). Do something for YOU before the craziness begins!!<br />
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Blessings,<br />
The Buzz<br />
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<b>Monday, December 14</b><br />
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<li>Ages 3 to 6 are invited to the Reedy Creek Nature Center for <b>Budding Adventures </b>this morning at 10am. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/budding-adventures/25410" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The<b> Leonard Bearstein Symphony Orchestra </b>returns to Founders Hall with performances through December 31.<a href="http://www.foundershall.com/calendar.html" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The new <b>Body Worlds </b>exhibit is now open at Discovery Place. Probably best for older elementary ages and up. <a href="http://bodyworlds.discoveryplace.org/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>A QCB favorite...Don't miss <b>Drive Thru Christmas </b>tonight and tomorrow night at Carmel Presbyterian Church. 6-8pm. <a href="http://carmelpresbyterian.org/event/drive-thru-christmas/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Tuesday, December 15</strong></span><br />
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<li><b style="font-family: inherit;">Toddler Tuesdays</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> are back at Sea Life Aquarium today (and every Tuesday), </span><a href="https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/news-and-events/" style="font-family: inherit;">More info...</a></li>
<li>Winghaven Gardens hosts <b>Storytime in the Secret Garden</b> this morning at 10am. <a href="http://www.winghavengardens.com/ChildActivities.asp" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Letters to Santa</b> today (and Thursday) at Discovery Place Kids at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/680/Letters-to-Santa-Tuesdays-Thursdays" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Christmas at the Library</b> begins today at the Billy Graham library, and continues through December 23rd. <a href="http://billygrahamlibrary.org/christmas-at-the-library/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The lights come on tonight in McAdenville for <b>Christmas Town USA. </b>Lights are on nightly through December 26th. <a href="http://billygrahamlibrary.org/christmas-at-the-library/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><br /></b></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Wednesday, December 16</b></span></div>
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<li><b>Wee Wednesdays</b> continue today at the Main Street Children's Museum at 10:30am. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1878/" target="_blank">More info...</a> </li>
<li>Discovery Place Kids hosts <b>Penguins</b> today (and Friday) at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/676/Penguins-Wednesdays-Fridays" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for <b>FREE Music</b> on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/6th-north-tryon-programming/?utm_source=WhatCounts+Publicaster+Edition&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FYC+Weekly+June+26+-+July+2&utm_content=6th+N.+Tryon" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss the Charlotte Nature Museum's <b>Wild Wednesday: Holes, Burrows & Nest, Oh My!</b> today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/214/Wild-Wednesday-Holes-Burrows-and-Nest-Oh-My" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Museum of York County hosts <b>Homeschool Days: A Watery Trail of Mystery</b> at 1pm. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1896/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer <strong>FREE Admission</strong> today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/401/free-wednesday-evenings-6" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Thursday, December 17</strong></span></div>
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<li>Ages 3 and up are invited to the Latta Plantation Nature Center for <b>Family Hiking Club: Fire in the Forest</b> this afternoon at 1pm. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/family-hiking-club-fire-in-the-forest/25624" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Armour Street Theatre in Davidson is the place to be for their <b>Christmas Belles</b> show. Best for ages 10 and up. <a href="https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=davcp" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Load up the car and head to Zootastic Park for their <b>Christmas Wonderland of Lights</b>. Continues through December 31. <a href="http://www.zootasticpark.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss the <b>Winter Wonderland Holiday Light Show</b> this evening at 7pm at Phillips Place. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1705849546310694/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Friday, December 18</strong></span><br />
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<li><b>Holidays at the Garden</b> is in full swing through January 3 at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/events/garden-events/public-garden-events/holidays-at-the-garden/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Departing daily between now and January 3, don't miss <b>Polar Express at Great Smoky Mountain Railroad</b>. <a href="http://www.gsmr.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Holiday on Ice</b> runs through January 3 at the NASCAR Hall of Fame Plaza. <a href="http://wbt.com/event/opening-night-at-holiday-on-ice/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The <b>Yule Log Parade & Ceremony </b>happens today at 5:30pm in McAdenville. <a href="http://www.mcadenville-christmastown.com/ctyule.htm" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Children's Theatre of Charlotte presents <i style="font-weight: bold;">Ella's Big Chance: A Jazz Age Cinderella</i> with shows through December 20th. <a href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The annual <b>Christmastown Festival </b>is tonight at 6pm at Legacy Park in McAdenville. <a href="http://www.mcadenville-christmastown.com/ctfestival.htm" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Tonight is <b>Santa's Sleepover</b> at the NASCAR Hall of Fame starting at 6:15pm. Please register. <a href="http://www.nascarhall.com/events/holiday-happenings" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong><br /></strong><strong>Saturday, December 19</strong><br />
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<li>Don't miss <b>Breakfast with Santa</b> this morning at the NASCAR Hall of Fame. 8-11am. Please register. <a href="http://www.nascarhall.com/events/breakfast-with-santa" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The <b>Polar Express Train Ride</b> continues at the NC Transportation Museum in Spencer. <a href="http://nctrans.org/Events/THE-POLAR-EXPRESS-(TM)-TRAIN-RIDE.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Barnes & Noble Morrison hosts <b><i>How to Catch Santa </i>Storytime</b> this morning at 10am. <a href="http://stores.barnesandnoble.com/event/9780061744100-0" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for their <b>Polar Express </b>event today at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/244/The-Polar-Express-Saturday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span><a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">.</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lakeshore Learning hosts their <strong>Free Crafts For Kids</strong> today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a <i>Cheerful Card Holders.</i> <a href="http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m" target="_blank">More info.</a></span></li>
<li>Check out the <b>High Octane Holiday Movies </b>at the NASCAR Hall of Fame at 12pm, 2pm & 4pm today AND tomorrow. This weekend's movie is <i>The Polar Express</i>. <a href="http://www.nascarhall.com/events/holiday-happenings" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Discovery Place hosts <b>Innovate 301: Brains are Sew Much Fun</b> today at noon. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/414/Innovate-301-Brains-Are-Sew-Much-Fun" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Children's Theatre of Charlotte presents <i style="font-weight: bold;">Twas the Night Before</i> with shows through December 30th. <a href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>A Kannapolis Christmas</b> continues through December 30th. <a href="http://kannapolischristmas.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Dissection Series: Shark </b>this afternoon at 4pm at Discovery Place. Supplies are limited and best for 10 and up. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/406/Dissection-Series-Sharks" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Sunday, December 20</strong></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy an afternoon at the Charlotte Nature Museum during their <b>Nesting is for the Birds </b>event today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/226/Nesting-Is-for-the-Birds" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for their <b>The Polar Express </b>event today at 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/672/The-Polar-Express-Sunday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>The McDowell Nature Center hosts a <b>Family Campfire</b> this afternoon at 3pm. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/third-sunday-family-campfire/25261" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Check out <b>Speedway Christmas </b> at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. Definitely a "must-do" for the holidays. <a href="http://www.charlottemotorspeedway.com/tickets/speedway_christmas/" target="_blank">More info..</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Monday, December 21</strong></span><br />
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<li><b>CMS is out for Winter Break...classes resume January 4th. </b></li>
<li><b>Winter Camps</b> begin today at Discovery Place. Go one day, or sign up for them all! <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/164/Winter-Break-Camps-are-Back" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Children's Theatre of Charlotte is hosting <b>Mini-Camps</b> throughout the winter school break. <a href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp?doWork::WScontent::loadArticle=Load&BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::article_id=5A6E1833-FB1C-4646-9F0D-9344776C04DC&menu_id=3481326E-A2C2-4905-B3C4-2E5311E6270E&sToken=1%2Cce6c8685%2C566dd767%2C399DAC72-211B-4EA9-B7CE-270BB659B7EA%2Ca5AvtywUrhDHUmawUY1EyDYaDu8%3D" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The<b> Leonard Bearstein Symphony Orchestra </b>returns to Founders Hall with performances through December 31.<a href="http://www.foundershall.com/calendar.html" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The new <b>Body Worlds </b>exhibit is now open at Discovery Place. Probably best for older elementary ages and up. <a href="http://bodyworlds.discoveryplace.org/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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My Christmas cards haven't been ordered (or created on any photo website), the tree is halfway decorated, bins and boxes containing Christmas decor are scattered throughout the entire house right now. Nothing is wrapped, almost everything has been purchased (winning!!!), and nothing has been shipped to out of town friends and family. Coming back from a great weekend at the beach this afternoon I was fretting about everything that "had" to get done. Once home (and in my PJ pants and on the couch) I came across <a href="http://brenebrown.com/2014/12/03/show-must-go-cost/" target="_blank"><b>THIS FAVORITE ARTICLE</b></a> on Facebook. Originally written in 2009, reposted last year, but SO, SO relevant all. the. time. I'm giving in and "giving up the show". It will get done...eventually!<br />
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Blessings,<br />
The Buzz<br />
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<b>Monday, December 7</b><br />
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<li>The Reedy Creek Nature Center hosts <b>Nature Story Corner</b> this morning at 10am. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/nature-story-corner/25399" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 2 1/2 to 6 are invited to Ray's Splash Planet this morning at 10:30 for their <b>Christmas Sponge Painting </b>(and swimming). Please register. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Aquatics/RaysSplashPlanet/Pages/Preschool.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Check out the <b>Creature Feature</b> this morning at 10:30 at the McDowell Nature Center. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/mcdowell-s-creature-feature/25331" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The<b> Leonard Bearstein Symphony Orchestra </b>returns to Founders Hall with performances through December 31.<a href="http://www.foundershall.com/calendar.html" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Babes in the Woods</b> this afternoon at 1:30pm at the McDowell Nature Center. A great way to explore the outdoors with your little one.<a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/babes-in-the-woods/25243" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The new <b>Body Worlds </b>exhibit is now open at Discovery Place. Probably best for older elementary ages and up. <a href="http://bodyworlds.discoveryplace.org/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Tuesday, December 8</strong></span><br />
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<li>Today is the day for the <b>First Ward Park Dedication</b>. Fun activities all day and a holiday light display turns on at 5:30pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Parks/ParkPlanning/Pages/FirstWard.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b style="font-family: inherit;">Toddler Tuesdays</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> are back at Sea Life Aquarium today (and every Tuesday), </span><a href="https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/news-and-events/" style="font-family: inherit;">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Letters to Santa</b> today (and Thursday) at Discovery Place Kids at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/679/Letters-to-Santa-Tuesdays-Thursdays" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Enjoy a <b>FREE Tuesday</b> sponsored by Duke Energy this afternoon at the Schiele Museum. 4-8pm. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Christmas at the Library</b> begins today at the Billy Graham library, and continues through December 23rd. <a href="http://billygrahamlibrary.org/christmas-at-the-library/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The lights come on tonight in McAdenville for <b>Christmas Town USA. </b>Lights are on nightly through December 26th. <a href="http://billygrahamlibrary.org/christmas-at-the-library/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><br /></b></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Wednesday, December 9</b></span></div>
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<li><b>Wee Wednesdays</b> continue today at the Main Street Children's Museum at 10:30am. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1877/" target="_blank">More info...</a> </li>
<li>Ages 3 to 5 are invited to the Mint Museum Randolph for their <b>Mini-Masters Art Workshop: Treasure Hunt</b> this morning at 10:30am. Registration required. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/862/mini-masters-art-workshop-treasure-hunt-single-class/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Discovery Place Kids hosts <b>Penguins</b> today (and Friday) at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/675/Penguins-Wednesdays-Fridays" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for <b>FREE Music</b> on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/6th-north-tryon-programming/?utm_source=WhatCounts+Publicaster+Edition&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FYC+Weekly+June+26+-+July+2&utm_content=6th+N.+Tryon" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss the Charlotte Nature Museum's <b>Wild Wednesday: Scatology at its Best</b> today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/223/Wild-Wednesday-Scatology-at-Its-Best" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer <strong>FREE Admission</strong> today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/401/free-wednesday-evenings-6" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Head to The Square (Trade & Tryon) uptown for the <b>Uptown Menorah Lighting</b> at 5pm. <a href="http://www.chabadnc.org/templates/blog/post.asp?aid=1355760&postid=57508&p=1" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Thursday, December 10</strong></span></div>
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<li>If you homeschool, check out Latta Plantation's <b>A Home School Christmas</b> today, 10am-2pm. <a href="http://www.lattaplantation.org/latta/index.php?page=home" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 3 to 5 are invited to the Mint Museum Randolph for their <b>Mini-Masters Art Workshop: Treasure Hunt</b> this afternoon at 1:30pm. Registration required. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/862/mini-masters-art-workshop-treasure-hunt-single-class/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Load up the car and head to Zootastic Park for their <b>Christmas Wonderland of Lights</b>. Continues through December 31. <a href="http://www.zootasticpark.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss the <b>Winter Wonderland Holiday Light Show</b> this evening (and on the 17th) at 7pm at Phillips Place. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1705849546310694/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Friday, December 11</strong></span><br />
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<li><b>Holidays at the Garden</b> is in full swing through January 3 at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/events/garden-events/public-garden-events/holidays-at-the-garden/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Departing daily between now and January 3, don't miss <b>Polar Express at Great Smoky Mountain Railroad</b>. <a href="http://www.gsmr.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Holiday on Ice</b> runs through January 3 at the NASCAR Hall of Fame Plaza. <a href="http://wbt.com/event/opening-night-at-holiday-on-ice/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Children's Theatre of Charlotte presents <i style="font-weight: bold;">Ella's Big Chance: A Jazz Age Cinderella</i> with shows through December 20th. <a href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Gaston County Museum hosts their <b>Annual Holiday Open House</b> this afternoon, 4-6pm. <a href="http://www.gastoncountymuseum.org/Calendar.asp" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong><br /></strong><strong>Saturday, December 12</strong><br />
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<li>The <b>Polar Express Train Ride</b> continues at the NC Transportation Museum in Spencer. <a href="http://nctrans.org/Events/THE-POLAR-EXPRESS-(TM)-TRAIN-RIDE.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Bilingual Storytime & Music</b> this morning at the Mint Museum Randolph at 11am. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/888/bilingual-stories-music-hora-de-cuentos-y-musica-para-ninos-6/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for their <b>Hanukkah </b>event today at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/415/Hanukkah-Saturday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span><a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">.</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lakeshore Learning hosts their <strong>Free Crafts For Kids</strong> today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a <i>Holiday Wreath.</i> <a href="http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m" target="_blank">More info.</a></span></li>
<li>Check out the <b>High Octane Holiday Movies </b>at the NASCAR Hall of Fame at 12pm, 2pm & 4pm today AND tomorrow. This weekend's movie is <i>A Christmas Carol</i>. <a href="http://www.nascarhall.com/events/holiday-happenings" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Celebrate Winter</b> this afternoon at the Schiele Museum of Natural History. 1-4pm. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Charlotte Nature Museum hosts <b>Envirocaching: Animal Signs</b> this afternoon at 1pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/169/Envirocaching" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Schiele Museum hosts <b>Colonial Christmas and Candlelighting</b> this afternoon, 2-6pm. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>A Kannapolis Christmas</b> continues through December 30th. <a href="http://kannapolischristmas.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Enjoy <b>Christmas Candlelight Tours </b>at Historic Brattonsville today, 3-9pm. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1771/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>A Huntersville Christmas </b>this evening, 4-8pm in downtown Huntersville. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/418/A-Huntersville-Christmas" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Sunday, December 13</strong></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Don't miss the <b>Monthly Bird Walk</b> this morning at 8am at the Charlotte Nature Museum. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/168/Monthly-Bird-Walk" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy an afternoon at the Charlotte Nature Museum during their <b>Scat </b>event today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/222/Scat" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for their <b>Hanukkah </b>event today at 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/240/Hanukkah-Sunday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Check out <b>Speedway Christmas </b> at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. Definitely a "must-do" for the holidays. <a href="http://www.charlottemotorspeedway.com/tickets/speedway_christmas/" target="_blank">More info..</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Monday, December 14</strong></span><br />
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<li>Ages 3 to 6 are invited to the Reedy Creek Nature Center for <b>Budding Adventures </b>this morning at 10am. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/budding-adventures/25410" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The<b> Leonard Bearstein Symphony Orchestra </b>returns to Founders Hall with performances through December 31.<a href="http://www.foundershall.com/calendar.html" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The new <b>Body Worlds </b>exhibit is now open at Discovery Place. Probably best for older elementary ages and up. <a href="http://bodyworlds.discoveryplace.org/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;">December 18: </span><a data-mce-href="http://www.mcadenville-christmastown.com/ctyule.htm" href="http://www.mcadenville-christmastown.com/ctyule.htm" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;" target="_blank">Yule Log Parade & Ceremony</a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;"> & </span><a data-mce-href="http://www.mcadenville-christmastown.com/ctfestival.htm" href="http://www.mcadenville-christmastown.com/ctfestival.htm" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;" target="_blank">Christmas Town Festival</a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;"> @ McAdenville</span></span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;">December 18: </span><a data-mce-href="http://www.nascarhall.com/events/holiday-happenings" href="http://www.nascarhall.com/events/holiday-happenings" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;" target="_blank">Santa's Sleepover</a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;"> @ NASCAR Hall of Fame</span></span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;">December 19: </span><a data-mce-href="http://www.nascarhall.com/events/holiday-happenings" href="http://www.nascarhall.com/events/holiday-happenings" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;" target="_blank">Breakfast with Santa</a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;"> @ NASCAR Hall of Fame</span></span></span></span></div>
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Hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend with friends and family. December arrives on Tuesday, and that means it's time to get to shopping for all of those folks on your list this year. Two great chances to do just that are happening this week...<br />
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<a href="http://charlottewarehousesale.com/" target="_blank"><b>Charlotte Warehouse Sale</b></a> is having their Winter Liquidation Event this week starting on Wednesday evening. You can be entered to win a $25 gift certificate if you visit our<b> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/QueenCityBuzz/" target="_blank">Facebook Page</a> </b>and LIKE the Charlotte Warehouse Sale post by Tuesday at noon.<br />
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Also this week is the <b><a href="http://www.christchurchcharlotte.org/ecw-holidays/" target="_blank">Christ Church Charlotte Christmas Bazaar</a></b> on Saturday morning. Greenery, baked goods, jewelry, art work and much, much more will be available. Don't miss this great event.<br />
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Blessings,<br />
The Buzz<br />
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<b>Monday, November 30</b><br />
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<li>Head to the Reedy Creek Nature Center this morning at 10am for <b>Budding Adventures</b>. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/budding-adventures/24078" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The<b> Leonard Bearstein Symphony Orchestra </b>returns to Founders Hall today with performances through December 31.<a href="http://www.foundershall.com/calendar.html" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ray's Splash Planet hosts their final <b>Parent and Tot Meet and Greet </b>of 2015 today. 10am-3pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Aquatics/RaysSplashPlanet/Pages/Preschool.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The new <b>Body Worlds </b>exhibit is now open at Discovery Place. Probably best for older elementary ages and up. <a href="http://bodyworlds.discoveryplace.org/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Tuesday, December 1</strong></span><br />
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<li><b style="font-family: inherit;">Toddler Tuesdays</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> are back at Sea Life Aquarium today (and every Tuesday), </span><a href="https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/news-and-events/" style="font-family: inherit;">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Letters to Santa</b> today (and Thursday) at Discovery Place Kids at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/678/Letters-to-Santa-Tuesdays-Thursdays" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Christmas at the Library</b> begins today at the Billy Graham library, and continues through December 23rd. <a href="http://billygrahamlibrary.org/christmas-at-the-library/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The lights come on tonight in McAdenville for <b>Christmas Town USA. </b>Lights are on nightly through December 26th. <a href="http://billygrahamlibrary.org/christmas-at-the-library/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><br /></b></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Wednesday, December 2</b></span></div>
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<li><b>Santa's Bag </b>begins this morning at Children's Theatre of Charlotte. Don't miss this annual shopping experience for kids. Through Saturday. <a href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp?doWork::WScontent::loadArticle=Load&BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::article_id=2A7603F6-0F5D-4B62-A5B6-E4C1404B4136" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Wee Wednesdays</b> continue today at the Main Street Children's Museum at 10:30am. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1876/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Discovery Place Kids hosts <b>Penguins</b> today (and Friday) at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/674/Penguins-Wednesdays-Fridays" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Discovery Place Kids also hosts a <b>Gingerbread Workshop</b> today at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/347/Gingerbread-Workshop" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for <b>FREE Music</b> on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/6th-north-tryon-programming/?utm_source=WhatCounts+Publicaster+Edition&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FYC+Weekly+June+26+-+July+2&utm_content=6th+N.+Tryon" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss the Charlotte Nature Museum's <b>Wild Wednesday: Tricky Tracks</b> today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/220/Wild-Wednesday-Tricky-Tracks" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer <strong>FREE Admission</strong> today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/401/free-wednesday-evenings-6" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Thursday, December 3</strong></span></div>
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<li><b>Christmasville Rock Hill 2015</b> begins today and continues through Sunday. Lots of fun for the whole family. <a href="http://www.christmasvillerockhill.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 3 and up are invited to the Latta Plantation Nature Center this afternoon at 1pm for their <b>Family Hiking Club</b>. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/family-hiking-club-tracks-and-traces/25622" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Load up the car and head to Zootastic Park for their <b>Christmas Wonderland of Lights</b>. Continues through December 31. <a href="http://www.zootasticpark.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the McDowell Nature Center for their <b>Family Campfire</b> this evening at 6pm. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/family-campfire/25264" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Friday, December 4</strong></span><br />
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<li>The Charlotte Youth Ballet presents <i>The Nutcracker</i> with shows today through Sunday. <a href="http://www.charlotteyouthballet.org/tickets/nutcracker" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the Charlotte Nature Museum this afternoon at 1pm for <b>Citizen Science Friday: Christmas Bird Count</b>. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/221/Citizen-Science-Friday-Christmas-Bird-Count" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Holidays at the Garden</b> is in full swing through January 3 at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/events/garden-events/public-garden-events/holidays-at-the-garden/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Departing daily between now and January 3, don't miss <b>Polar Express at Great Smoky Mountain Railroad</b>. <a href="http://www.gsmr.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Holiday on Ice</b> runs through January 3 at the NASCAR Hall of Fame Plaza. <a href="http://wbt.com/event/opening-night-at-holiday-on-ice/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Lights on the Square: Uptown Tree Lighting</b> this evening beginning at 5:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/221/Citizen-Science-Friday-Christmas-Bird-Count" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Town of Huntersville hosts its <b>Huntersville Town Center Tree Lighting</b> tonight at 6 with Discovery Place Kids. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/671/Huntersville-Town-Center-Tree-Lighting" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Children's Theatre of Charlotte presents <i style="font-weight: bold;">Ella's Big Chance: A Jazz Age Cinderella</i> with shows through December 20th. <a href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong><br /></strong><strong>Saturday, December 5</strong><br />
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<li>Enjoy <b>Breakfast with Santa </b>this morning at the NASCAR Hall of Fame at 8am, 9am or 10am. Reservations required. <a href="http://www.nascarhall.com/events/breakfast-with-santa" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Wrap up your holiday shopping this morning at the <b>Christ Church Christmas Bazaar</b>. 9am-1pm. <a href="http://www.christchurchcharlotte.org/ecw-holidays/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>PJs in North Pole City</b> today and tomorrow at Discovery Place Uptown. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/156/PJs-in-North-Pole-City" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The <b>Polar Express Train Ride</b> continues at the NC Transportation Museum in Spencer. <a href="http://nctrans.org/Events/THE-POLAR-EXPRESS-(TM)-TRAIN-RIDE.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Schiele Museum hosts <b>Snakes Alive!</b> today, 10am-4pm with lots of reptilian fun! <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php?m=12&y=2015" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for their <b>The Gingerbread Man </b>event today at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/346/The-Gingerbread-Man-Saturday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span><a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">.</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lakeshore Learning hosts their <strong>Free Crafts For Kids</strong> today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a <i>Wintery Snow Globe.</i> <a href="http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m" target="_blank">More info.</a></span></li>
<li>Check out the <b>High Octane Holiday Movies </b>at the NASCAR Hall of Fame at 12pm, 2pm & 4pm today AND tomorrow. This weekend's movie is <i>Elf</i>. <a href="http://www.nascarhall.com/events/holiday-happenings" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>A Kannapolis Christmas</b> continues through December 30th. <a href="http://kannapolischristmas.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Enjoy <b>Cookies & Cocoa with Santa</b> this afternoon at 3pm at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. Reservations required. <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/cookies-cocoa-with-santa/?instance_id=2894" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Sunday, December 6</strong></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy an afternoon at the Charlotte Nature Museum during their <b>Mammal Markers </b>event today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/119/Mammal-Markers" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for their <b>The Gingerbread Man </b>event today at 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/670/The-Gingerbread-Man-Sunday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>The Duke Mansion hosts its annual <b>Holiday Tea</b> this afternoon at 2pm. Reservations required. <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/duke-mansion-holiday-tea-tickets-19494882719" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Southpark Mall is the place to be this afternoon for a <b>Community Chanukah Celebration</b> at 5pm. <a href="http://www.chabadnc.org/templates/blog/post.asp?aid=1355760&postid=57508&p=1" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Check out <b>Speedway Christmas </b> at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. Definitely a "must-do" for the holidays. <a href="http://www.charlottemotorspeedway.com/tickets/speedway_christmas/" target="_blank">More info..</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Monday, December 7</strong></span><br />
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<li>The Reedy Creek Nature Center hosts <b>Nature Story Corner</b> this morning at 10am. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/nature-story-corner/25399" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 2 1/2 to 6 are invited to Ray's Splash Planet this morning at 10:30 for their <b>Christmas Sponge Painting </b>(and swimming). Please register. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Aquatics/RaysSplashPlanet/Pages/Preschool.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Check out the <b>Creature Feature</b> this morning at 10:30 at the McDowell Nature Center. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/mcdowell-s-creature-feature/25331" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The<b> Leonard Bearstein Symphony Orchestra </b>returns to Founders Hall with performances through December 31.<a href="http://www.foundershall.com/calendar.html" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Babes in the Woods</b> this afternoon at 1:30pm at the McDowell Nature Center. A great way to explore the outdoors with your little one.<a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/babes-in-the-woods/25243" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The new <b>Body Worlds </b>exhibit is now open at Discovery Place. Probably best for older elementary ages and up. <a href="http://bodyworlds.discoveryplace.org/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="background-color: white;">December 12: </span><a data-mce-href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/cookies-cocoa-with-santa/" href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/cookies-cocoa-with-santa/" style="background-color: white;" target="_blank">Cookies & Cocoa w/ Santa</a><span style="background-color: white;"> @ Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden (reserve your spot)</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;">December 13: </span><a data-mce-href="http://www.lattaplantation.org/latta/index.php?page=home" href="http://www.lattaplantation.org/latta/index.php?page=home" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;" target="_blank">Goodbye, Caroline the American Girl Doll: Christmas Tea</a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;"> @ Latta Plantation (limited spots)</span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;">December 18: </span><a data-mce-href="http://www.mcadenville-christmastown.com/ctyule.htm" href="http://www.mcadenville-christmastown.com/ctyule.htm" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;" target="_blank">Yule Log Parade & Ceremony</a><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;"> & </span><a data-mce-href="http://www.mcadenville-christmastown.com/ctfestival.htm" href="http://www.mcadenville-christmastown.com/ctfestival.htm" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;" target="_blank">Christmas Town Festival</a><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;"> @ McAdenville</span></span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;">December 18: </span><a data-mce-href="http://www.nascarhall.com/events/holiday-happenings" href="http://www.nascarhall.com/events/holiday-happenings" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;" target="_blank">Santa's Sleepover</a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;"> @ NASCAR Hall of Fame</span></span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;">December 19: </span><a data-mce-href="http://www.nascarhall.com/events/holiday-happenings" href="http://www.nascarhall.com/events/holiday-happenings" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;" target="_blank">Breakfast with Santa</a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;"> @ NASCAR Hall of Fame</span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-weight: normal;">It's Thanksgiving week. If you're traveling to see family and friends, we hope you have a safe and memorable trip. If you're staying put in Charlotte there are LOTS of events to keep you busy this week. Wishing you a week filled with good food, good fun and lots of memory making time with friends and family!</span></h3>
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<b>Monday, November 23</b><br />
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<li>The new <b>Body Worlds </b>exhibit is now open at Discovery Place. Probably best for older elementary ages and up. <a href="http://bodyworlds.discoveryplace.org/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Nature Story Corner</b> happens this morning at 10am at the Reedy Creek Nature Center. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/nature-story-corner/24085" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 3 to 5 are invited to the Independence library today at 11:30 for <b>Rookie Science for Preschoolers</b>. <a href="https://www.cmlibrary.org/event/9721-rookie-science-preschoolers" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Hornets vs. Sacramento Kings</b> <a href="http://www.nba.com/hornets/schedule" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Tuesday, November 24</strong></span><br />
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<li><b style="font-family: inherit;">Toddler Tuesdays</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> are back at Sea Life Aquarium today (and every Tuesday), </span><a href="https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/news-and-events/" style="font-family: inherit;">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>I am Thankful</b> today (and Thursday) at Discovery Place Kids at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/664/I-Am-Thankful-Tuesdays-Thursdays" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to Bank of America Stadium for the <b>Carolina Panthers Tree Lighting Ceremony</b> this evening, 6-7:30pm. <a href="http://www.panthers.com/community/article-2/Panthers-to-hold-tree-lighting-celebration/cc7722a3-3e8c-4740-a788-4b2d103db7cc" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><br /></b></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Wednesday, November 25</b></span></div>
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<li><b>Wee Wednesdays</b> continue today at the Main Street Children's Museum at 10:30am. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1874/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Discovery Place Kids hosts <b>Healthy Art</b> today (and Friday) at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/668/Healthy-Art-Wednesdays-Fridays" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Discovery Place Kids also hosts a <b>Thanksgiving Celebration</b> today at 1pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/669/Thanksgiving-Celebration" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for <b>FREE Music</b> on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/6th-north-tryon-programming/?utm_source=WhatCounts+Publicaster+Edition&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FYC+Weekly+June+26+-+July+2&utm_content=6th+N.+Tryon" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss the Charlotte Nature Museum's <b>Wild Wednesday: Underground Critters</b> today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/217/Wild-Wednesday-Underground-Critters" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer <strong>FREE Admission</strong> today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/401/free-wednesday-evenings-6" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Christ Church Charlotte hosts <i><b>Mountain Faith Band</b> </i>this evening at 7pm. Experience this wonderful band that has appeared on America's Got Talent. <a href="http://www.christchurchcharlotte.org/su-event/332006185/mountain-faith-band/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Hornets vs. Washington Wizards</b> <a href="http://www.nba.com/hornets/schedule" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Thursday, November 26 - Happy Thanksgiving!</strong></span></div>
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<li>Lace up your shoes for the <b>Charlotte Southpark Turkey Trot</b> this morning. Multiple races including a Tot Trot. <a href="http://charlotteturkeytrot.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss the <b>Novant Health Thanksgiving Day Parade</b> this morning beginning at 9:30am. <a href="http://www.scoopcharlotte.com/scoop-cms/wp-admin/post.php?post=120520&action=edit" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the <b>UniverSoul Circus</b> at the Metrolina Expo. Shows through November 29th. <a href="http://www.universoulcircus.com/#!tickets-schedule/cr9v" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Load up the car and head to Zootastic Park for their <b>Christmas Wonderland of Lights</b>. Continues through December 31. <a href="http://www.zootasticpark.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Friday, November 27</strong></span><br />
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<li>My Gym Southpark to the rescue today with their <b>Black Friday Camps</b>. 9:30am-12pm, 12-1pm or 1-3:30pm. <a href="http://www.mygym.com/charlotte/articles/11707" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>It's <b>Cotton Picking Weekend</b> today and tomorrow, 10am-4pm, at Historic Brattonsville. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1917/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Holidays at the Garden</b> is in full swing through January 3 at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/events/garden-events/public-garden-events/holidays-at-the-garden/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Departing daily between now and January 3, don't miss <b>Polar Express at Great Smoky Mountain Railroad</b>. <a href="http://www.gsmr.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Holiday on Ice</b> runs through January 3 at the NASCAR Hall of Fame Plaza. <a href="http://wbt.com/event/opening-night-at-holiday-on-ice/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Hornets vs. Cleveland Cavaliers</b> <a href="http://www.nba.com/hornets/schedule" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Saturday, November 28</strong><br />
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<li>Today is <b>Small Business Saturday</b>. Don't forget to "shop small" and "shop local". <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1640981752821819/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss the <b>Winter Wonderland Craft Fair</b> at the Anne Springs Close Greenway today. <a href="http://www.ascgreenway.org/events/detail/winter-wonderland-craft-fair-1" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Walk off that Thanksgiving dinner with a <b>Guided Nature Walk</b> at the Charlotte Nature Museum this morning at 10:15am. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/170/Guided-Nature-Walk" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The <b>Polar Express Train Ride</b> continues at the NC Transportation Museum in Spencer. <a href="http://nctrans.org/Events/THE-POLAR-EXPRESS-(TM)-TRAIN-RIDE.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for their <b>My Healthy Body </b>event today at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/659/My-Healthy-Body-Saturday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span><a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">.</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lakeshore Learning hosts their <strong>Free Crafts For Kids</strong> today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a <i>Give Thanks Centerpiece.</i> <a href="http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m" target="_blank">More info.</a></span></li>
<li>Check out the <b>High Octane Holiday Movies </b>at the NASCAR Hall of Fame at 12pm, 2pm & 4pm today AND tomorrow. This weekend's movie is <i>Dr. Suess' How the Grinch Stole Christmas</i>. <a href="http://www.nascarhall.com/events/holiday-happenings" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>A Kannapolis Christmas </b>kicks off at Village Park in Kannapolis. The fun continues through December 30th. <a href="http://kannapolischristmas.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss the NASCAR Hall of Fame's <b>Tree Lighting on the Plaza</b> this evening, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.nascarhall.com/events/holiday-happenings" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Sunday, November 29</strong></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy an afternoon at the Charlotte Nature Museum during their <b>Ants in My Pants </b>event today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/213/Ants-in-my-Pants" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for their <b>My Healthy Body </b>event today at 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/660/My-Healthy-Body-Sunday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Check out <b>Speedway Christmas </b> at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. Definitely a "must-do" for the holidays. <a href="http://www.charlottemotorspeedway.com/tickets/speedway_christmas/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Hornets vs. Milwaukee Bucks</b> <a href="http://www.nba.com/hornets/schedule" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Monday, November 30</strong></span><br />
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<li>Head to the Reedy Creek Nature Center this morning at 10am for <b>Budding Adventures</b>. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/budding-adventures/24078" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The<b> Leonard Bearstein Symphony Orchestra </b>returns to Founders Hall today with performances through December 31.<a href="http://www.foundershall.com/calendar.html" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ray's Splash Planet hosts their final <b>Parent and Tot Meet and Greet </b>of 2015 today. 10am-3pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Aquatics/RaysSplashPlanet/Pages/Preschool.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;">Through December 27: </span><a data-mce-href="https://www.traintochristmastown.com/northcarolina/" href="https://www.traintochristmastown.com/northcarolina/" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;" target="_blank">The Train to Christmas Town</a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;"> @ Belmont Train Station</span></span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;">December 2-5: </span><a data-mce-href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp?doWork::WScontent::loadArticle=Load&BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::article_id=2A7603F6-0F5D-4B62-A5B6-E4C1404B4136" href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp?doWork::WScontent::loadArticle=Load&BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::article_id=2A7603F6-0F5D-4B62-A5B6-E4C1404B4136" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;" target="_blank">Santa's Bag</a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;"> @ Children's Theatre of Charlotte</span></span></div>
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December 5: <a href="http://www.christchurchcharlotte.org/ecw-holidays/" target="_blank">Christ Church Christmas Bazaar</a> @ Christ Episcopal Church<br />
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;">December 5: </span><a data-mce-href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/156/PJs-in-North-Pole-City" href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/156/PJs-in-North-Pole-City" style="background-color: white; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;" target="_blank">PJs in North Pole City</a><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;"> @ Discovery Place (get tickets now!)</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;">December 5 & 12: </span><a data-mce-href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/cookies-cocoa-with-santa/" href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/cookies-cocoa-with-santa/" style="background-color: white;" target="_blank">Cookies & Cocoa w/ Santa</a><span style="background-color: white;"> @ Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden (reserve your spot)</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;">December 5 & 19: </span><a data-mce-href="http://www.nascarhall.com/events/holiday-happenings" href="http://www.nascarhall.com/events/holiday-happenings" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;" target="_blank">Breakfast with Santa</a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;"> @ NASCAR Hall of Fame</span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;">December 6: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/duke-mansion-holiday-tea-tickets-19494882719" target="_blank">Holiday Tea</a> @ Duke Mansion</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;">December 13: </span><a data-mce-href="http://www.lattaplantation.org/latta/index.php?page=home" href="http://www.lattaplantation.org/latta/index.php?page=home" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;" target="_blank">Goodbye, Caroline the American Girl Doll: Christmas Tea</a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;"> @ Latta Plantation (limited spots)</span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;">December 18: </span><a data-mce-href="http://www.nascarhall.com/events/holiday-happenings" href="http://www.nascarhall.com/events/holiday-happenings" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;" target="_blank">Santa's Sleepover</a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;"> @ NASCAR Hall of Fame</span></span></span></div>
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Apparently there's no waiting until after Thanksgiving to roll out the red carpet for the holiday events and celebrations in the Queen City. From light shows, to ice skating to riding the Polar Express, the holidays are in full swing around here. Check the calendar and make some plans to find your way into the holiday spirit, too.<br />
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Blessings,<br />
The Buzz<br />
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<b>Monday, November 16</b><br />
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<li>Ray's Splash Planet hosts another <b>Parent and Tot Meet and Greet</b> today. 9am-3pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Aquatics/RaysSplashPlanet/Pages/Preschool.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 3 to 5 are invited to the Reedy Creek Nature Center this morning at 10am for <b>Budding Adventures</b>. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/budding-adventures/24077" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the McDowell Nature Center at 10:30 for <b>Who's Walking in My Woods?</b> for ages 4 to 10. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/who-s-walking-in-my-woods/24030" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Today is <b>Revolutionary Charlotte Homeschool Day</b> at the Charlotte Museum of History. 1-4pm. Please register. <a href="http://www.charlottemuseum.org/PDF/Revolutionary%20Charlotte%20November%20-%20Homeschool%20Day%202015.pdf" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Tuesday, November 17</strong></span><br />
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<li><b style="font-family: inherit;">Toddler Tuesdays</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> are back at Sea Life Aquarium today (and every Tuesday), </span><a href="https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/news-and-events/" style="font-family: inherit;">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>I am Thankful</b> today (and Thursday) at Discovery Place Kids at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/663/I-Am-Thankful-Tuesdays-Thursdays" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 4 to 7 are invited to the Reedy Creek Nature Center this afternoon at 1:30pm for <b>Open Classroom: Birds</b>. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/open-classroom-birds/24094" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><br /></b></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Wednesday, November 18</b></span></div>
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<li><b>Wee Wednesdays</b> continue today at the Main Street Children's Museum at 10:30am. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1873/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Mint Museum Randolph hosts a <b>Mini-Masters Workshop: Little Leonardos</b> this morning at 10:30am. Please register. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/861/mini-masters-workshop-little-leonardos-single-class/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Discovery Place Kids hosts <b>Healthy Art</b> today (and Friday) at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/667/Healthy-Art-Wednesdays-Fridays" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for <b>FREE Music</b> on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/6th-north-tryon-programming/?utm_source=WhatCounts+Publicaster+Edition&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FYC+Weekly+June+26+-+July+2&utm_content=6th+N.+Tryon" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss the Charlotte Nature Museum's <b>Wild Wednesday: Burrow Bound</b> today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/216/Wild-Wednesday-Burrow-Bound" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 6 to 11 are invited to the York County Museum this afternoon, 1-3pm, for <b>Homeschool Wednesday: All Wet!</b> <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1895/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer <strong>FREE Admission</strong> today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/401/free-wednesday-evenings-6" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Hornets vs. Brooklyn Nets</b> <a href="http://www.nba.com/hornets/schedule" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Thursday, November 19</strong></span></div>
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<li>Don't miss <b>Preschool Explorers: Bird Beak Buffet</b> this morning at 10am at the McDowell Nature Center. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/preschool-explorers-bird-beak-buffet/24038" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Mint Museum Randolph hosts a <b>Mini-Masters Workshop: Little Leonardos</b> this afternoon at 1:30pm. Please register. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/861/mini-masters-workshop-little-leonardos-single-class/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the <b>UniverSoul Circus</b> at the Metrolina Expo. Shows through November 29th. <a href="http://www.universoulcircus.com/#!tickets-schedule/cr9v" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Friday, November 20</strong></span><br />
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<li><b>Holidays at the Garden</b> is in full swing through January 3 at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/events/garden-events/public-garden-events/holidays-at-the-garden/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Departing daily between now and January 3, don't miss <b>Polar Express at Great Smoky Mountain Railroad</b>. <a href="http://www.gsmr.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Holiday on Ice</b> opens this evening and runs through January 3 at the NASCAR Hall of Fame Plaza. <a href="http://wbt.com/event/opening-night-at-holiday-on-ice/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss the <b>7th Annual Miracle on Piedmont Row</b> this evening, 6-9pm. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/405833929621040/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Hornets vs. Philadelphia 76ers</b> <a href="http://www.nba.com/hornets/schedule" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Saturday, November 21</strong><br />
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<li>Various Charlotte Mecklenburg library locations are hosting special events today for <b>International Games Day</b>. <a href="https://www.cmlibrary.org/igd15" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">The Charlotte Nature Museum hosts their <b>Fall Fest</b> today, 10am-1pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/7/Fall-Fest">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Today is <b>Backcountry Harvest Day</b> at the Schiele Museum of Natural History. 10am-4pm. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The <b>Polar Express Train Ride</b> kicks off today at the NC Transportation Museum in Spencer. <a href="http://nctrans.org/Events/THE-POLAR-EXPRESS-(TM)-TRAIN-RIDE.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for their <b>My Plate, Thanksgiving Style </b>event today at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/406/MyPlate-Thanksgiving-Style-Saturday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span><a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">.</a></li>
<li>Don't miss Children's Theatre of Charlotte's <i><b>The Commedia Princess & The Pea</b> </i>with shows today at 11am and 3pm. <a href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp?doWork::WScontent::loadArticle=Load&BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::article_id=7193B7AE-0843-48BE-BB67-4C3E617EF537" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lakeshore Learning hosts their <strong>Free Crafts For Kids</strong> today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a <i>Give Thanks Centerpiece.</i> <a href="http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m" target="_blank">More info.</a></span></li>
<li>Head to Atherton Mill this evening, 5:30-7:30pm for the <b>Historic South End Tree Lighting</b>. <a href="http://historicsouthend.com/event/south-end-tree-lighting-2/?instance_id=25787" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Lace up your shoes for the <b>Egg Nog Jog 5K</b> under the lights this evening at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/EggnogJog/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Sunday, November 22</strong></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy an afternoon at the Charlotte Nature Museum during their <b>Foxy Foxes </b>event today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/212/Foxy-Foxes" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss Children's Theatre of Charlotte's <i><b>The Commedia Princess & The Pea</b> </i>with shows today at 2pm and 4pm. <a href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp?doWork::WScontent::loadArticle=Load&BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::article_id=7193B7AE-0843-48BE-BB67-4C3E617EF537" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for their <b>My Plate, Thanksgiving Style </b>event today at 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/658/A-Healthy-Smile-Sunday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Check out <b>Speedway Christmas </b> at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. Definitely a "must-do" for the holidays. <a href="http://www.charlottemotorspeedway.com/tickets/speedway_christmas/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Monday, November 23</strong></span><br />
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<li><b>Nature Story Corner</b> happens this morning at 10am at the Reedy Creek Nature Center. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/nature-story-corner/24085" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 3 to 5 are invited to the Independence library today at 11:30 for <b>Rookie Science for Preschoolers</b>. <a href="https://www.cmlibrary.org/event/9721-rookie-science-preschoolers" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Hornets vs. Sacramento Kings</b> <a href="http://www.nba.com/hornets/schedule" target="_blank">More info...</a><br /></li>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;">November 30-December 31: Leonard Bearstein Symphony Orchestra @ Founders Hall</span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;">December 2-5: </span><a data-mce-href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp?doWork::WScontent::loadArticle=Load&BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::article_id=2A7603F6-0F5D-4B62-A5B6-E4C1404B4136" href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp?doWork::WScontent::loadArticle=Load&BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::article_id=2A7603F6-0F5D-4B62-A5B6-E4C1404B4136" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;" target="_blank">Santa's Bag</a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;"> @ Children's Theatre of Charlotte</span></span></div>
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December 5: <a href="http://www.christchurchcharlotte.org/ecw-holidays/" target="_blank">Christ Church Christmas Bazaar</a> @ Christ Episcopal Church<br />
<span style="background-color: white;">December 5 & 12: </span><a data-mce-href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/cookies-cocoa-with-santa/" href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/cookies-cocoa-with-santa/" style="background-color: white;" target="_blank">Cookies & Cocoa w/ Santa</a><span style="background-color: white;"> @ Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden (reserve your spot)</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;">December 6: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/duke-mansion-holiday-tea-tickets-19494882719" target="_blank">Holiday Tea</a> @ Duke Mansion</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;">December 13: </span><a data-mce-href="http://www.lattaplantation.org/latta/index.php?page=home" href="http://www.lattaplantation.org/latta/index.php?page=home" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;" target="_blank">Goodbye, Caroline the American Girl Doll: Christmas Tea</a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , "bitstream charter" , "times" , serif;"> @ Latta Plantation (limited spots)</span></span></div>
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It's time again for another <b><a href="http://charlottewarehousesale.com/" target="_blank">Charlotte Warehouse Sale</a></b> event. The sale begins Wednesday at 6pm and continues through Sunday. From the folks at Charlotte Warehouse Sale:<br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14.6667px;"><i>We will have over 7500 items of women’s overstock clothing & shoes at 65-90% off retail. New for this sale, we will also have lingerie and sleepwear! We will also have Christmas decor including tree skirts, stockings, ornaments, wreaths, and more… </i></span></div>
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One lucky Queen City Buzz reader will win a $50 gift certificate to this sale. Visit our <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/QueenCityBuzz" target="_blank">Facebook Page </a></b>by noon on Tuesday for details and to enter!<br />
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Blessings,<br />
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<b>Monday, November 9</b><br />
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<li>Head to the Reedy Creek Nature Center at 10am for <b>Nature Story Corner</b> for ages 3 to 5. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/nature-story-corner/24084" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Storytime: Mickey Mouse</b> this morning at 10:30 at Ray's Splash Planet for ages 2 1/2 to 5. Please register. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/story-time-mickey-mouse/23662" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 7 to 11 are invited to <b>Spanish Now!</b> this evening at 6pm at the Scaleybark library. <a href="https://www.cmlibrary.org/event/12375-spanish-now-%C2%A1practica-el-espa%C3%B1ol-con-spanish-now" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Blumenthal Performing Arts presents <i style="font-weight: bold;">Alvin & The Chipmunks: The Musical</i> this evening at 7pm. <a href="http://www.blumenthalarts.org/events-performances/coming-performances/detail/alvin-and-the-chipmunks-live-on-stage" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Tuesday, November 10</strong></span><br />
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<li><b style="font-family: inherit;">Toddler Tuesdays</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> are back at Sea Life Aquarium today (and every Tuesday), </span><a href="https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/news-and-events/" style="font-family: inherit;">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>I am Thankful</b> today (and Thursday) at Discovery Place Kids at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/662/I-Am-Thankful-Tuesdays-Thursdays" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Enjoy a <b>FREE Tuesday</b> at the Schiele Museum this afternoon. 4-8pm courtesy of Duke Energy. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Learn all about owls at the Museum of York County's <b>Only Owls After Hours</b>. 5-8pm. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1862/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><br /></b></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Wednesday, November 11 - Veteran's Day</b></span></div>
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<li><b>NO SCHOOL for CMS.</b></li>
<li><b>FREE Museum Admission for Veterans </b>today at Discovery Place, Discovery Place Kids and Charlotte Nature Museum. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/333/Free-Museum-admission-for-veterans-on-Veterans-Day" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Wee Wednesdays</b> continue today at the Main Street Children's Museum at 10:30am. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1872/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Discovery Place Kids hosts <b>Healthy Art</b> today (and Friday) at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/666/Healthy-Art-Wednesdays-Fridays" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for <b>FREE Music</b> on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/6th-north-tryon-programming/?utm_source=WhatCounts+Publicaster+Edition&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FYC+Weekly+June+26+-+July+2&utm_content=6th+N.+Tryon" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss the Charlotte Nature Museum's <b>Wild Wednesday: Nests are Best</b> today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/214/Wild-Wednesday-Nests-Are-Best" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Celebrate <b>Veterans Day</b> today at Discovery Place Kids at 1pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/144/Veterans-Day" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer <strong>FREE Admission</strong> today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/401/free-wednesday-evenings-6" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>The <b>Charlotte Warehouse Sale</b> opens their doors for their next sale this evening at 6pm. <a href="http://charlottewarehousesale.com/next-sale/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Hornets vs. New York Knicks</b> <a href="http://www.nba.com/hornets/schedule" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Thursday, November 12</strong></span></div>
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<li>Enjoy the fall weather (cross your fingers for sunshine) and check out <b>The Nature of Greenways: Little Sugar Creek Greenway</b>. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/the-nature-of-greenways-little-sugar-creek-grnwy/24087" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 2 to 5 are invited to the McDowell Nature Center this morning at 10am for <b>Preschool Explorer Series: Lovely Leaves</b>. Please register. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/preschool-explorers-lovely-leaves/24034" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Readers Theatre: Drama Rama</b> this evening at 6pm at the South County library. <a href="https://www.cmlibrary.org/event/13416-readers-theatre-drama-rama" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Friday, November 13</strong></span><br />
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<li>Ages 8 and up are invited to be <b>Reedy Creek Garden Stewards</b> this morning, 9-11am. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/reedy-creek-garden-stewards/24089" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Starting today, and happening almost daily between now and January 3, don't miss <b>Polar Express at Great Smoky Mountain Railroad</b>. <a href="http://www.gsmr.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to Fisher Farm Park in Davidson tonight for <b>WOW - Stargazing!</b>, 7-9pm. <a href="http://www.davidsonlands.org/wow-stargazing-3/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Checkers vs. Milwaukee Admirals </b><a href="http://www.gocheckers.com/schedule" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong><br /></strong><strong>Saturday, November 14</strong><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">The Charlotte Curling Association hosts a <b>FREE Wheelchair Curling Clinic</b> this morning, 9am-12pm. Please register. <a href="http://www.charlottecurling.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden hosts a <b>Fairy Festival</b> today. 9am-3pm. <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/fairy-festival-with-author-tracy-cane/?instance_id=2905" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>The <b>2nd Annual Pawsitively Matthews</b> festival happens today, 10am-4pm at Stumptown Park. <a href="https://www.matthewsfun.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=w24UN6Ukq%2fM%3d&tabid=101" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Mint Museum Randolph is hosting <b>Bilingual Stories & Music</b> this morning at 11am. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/825/bilingual-stories-music-el-mundo-al-reves-the-world-upside-down/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for their <b>A Healthy Smile </b>event today at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/657/A-Healthy-Smile-Saturday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Check out the Schiele Museum's <b>Citizen Science: Earthquakes</b> today at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss Children's Theatre of Charlotte's <i><b>The Commedia Princess & The Pea</b> </i>with shows today at 11am and 3pm. <a href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp?doWork::WScontent::loadArticle=Load&BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::article_id=7193B7AE-0843-48BE-BB67-4C3E617EF537" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lakeshore Learning hosts their <strong>Free Crafts For Kids</strong> today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a <i>Thanksgiving Doorhanger.</i> <a href="http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m" target="_blank">More info.</a></span></li>
<li>Imaginon hosts a <b>Royal Tea Party</b> today at 11am as part of their Super Saturday event. <a href="http://events.cmlibrary.org/eventsignup.asp?ID=209068&rts=&disptype=info&ret=eventcalendar.asp&pointer=&returnToSearch=&num=0&ad=&dt=sd&sd=11/14/2015&df=list&EventType=ALL&Lib=0&AgeGroup=ALL&LangType=0&WindowMode=&noheader=&lad=&pub=1&nopub=&page=1&pgdisp=25" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Discovery Place hosts <b>Dissection Series: Rat</b> this afternoon at 4pm for ages 10 and up. Space is limited. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/405/Dissection-Series-Rat" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Checkers vs. Milwaukee Admirals </b><a href="http://www.gocheckers.com/schedule" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Sunday, November 15</strong></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy an afternoon at the Charlotte Nature Museum during their <b>Backyard Neighbors </b>event today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/210/Backyard-Neighbors" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Today is <b>America Recycles Day</b>. Celebrate at the Museum of York County. 1-4pm. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1894/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Mint Museum Uptown hosts <b>Sunday Fun Day: Funny Fashion & Art</b> this afternoon, 1-4pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/809/sunday-fun-day-the-yolks-on-you-funny-fashion-art/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss Children's Theatre of Charlotte's <i><b>The Commedia Princess & The Pea</b> </i>with a show today at 2pm. <a href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp?doWork::WScontent::loadArticle=Load&BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::article_id=7193B7AE-0843-48BE-BB67-4C3E617EF537" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for their <b>A Healthy Smile </b>event today at 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/658/A-Healthy-Smile-Sunday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Hornets vs. Portland Trailblazers </b><a href="http://www.nba.com/hornets/schedule" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Monday, November 16</strong></span><br />
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<li>Ray's Splash Planet hosts another <b>Parent and Tot Meet and Greet</b> today. 9am-3pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Aquatics/RaysSplashPlanet/Pages/Preschool.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 3 to 5 are invited to the Reedy Creek Nature Center this morning at 10am for <b>Budding Adventures</b>. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/budding-adventures/24077" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the McDowell Nature Center at 10:30 for <b>Who's Walking in My Woods?</b> for ages 4 to 10. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/who-s-walking-in-my-woods/24030" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Today is <b>Revolutionary Charlotte Homeschool Day</b> at the Charlotte Museum of History. 1-4pm. Please register. <a href="http://www.charlottemuseum.org/PDF/Revolutionary%20Charlotte%20November%20-%20Homeschool%20Day%202015.pdf" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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November 21-22: <em><a data-mce-href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp" href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp" target="_blank">The Commedia Princess & The Pea</a> </em>@ Children's Theatre of Charlotte<br />
November 21-December 22: <a href="http://nctrans.org/Events/THE-POLAR-EXPRESS-(TM)-TRAIN-RIDE.aspx" target="_blank">The Polar Express Train Ride</a> @ NC Transportation Museum.</div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;">December 2-5: </span><a data-mce-href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp?doWork::WScontent::loadArticle=Load&BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::article_id=2A7603F6-0F5D-4B62-A5B6-E4C1404B4136" href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp?doWork::WScontent::loadArticle=Load&BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::article_id=2A7603F6-0F5D-4B62-A5B6-E4C1404B4136" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;" target="_blank">Santa's Bag</a><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;"> @ Children's Theatre of Charlotte</span></span></div>
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December 5: <a href="http://www.christchurchcharlotte.org/ecw-holidays/" target="_blank">Christ Church Christmas Bazaar</a> @ Christ Episcopal Church<br />
<span style="background-color: white;">December 5 & 12: </span><a data-mce-href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/cookies-cocoa-with-santa/" href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/cookies-cocoa-with-santa/" style="background-color: white;" target="_blank">Cookies & Cocoa w/ Santa</a><span style="background-color: white;"> @ Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden (reserve your spot)</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;">December 13: </span><a data-mce-href="http://www.lattaplantation.org/latta/index.php?page=home" href="http://www.lattaplantation.org/latta/index.php?page=home" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;" target="_blank">Goodbye, Caroline the American Girl Doll: Christmas Tea</a><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;"> @ Latta Plantation (limited spots)</span></span></div>
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It's N.O.V.E.M.B.E.R...My twins turned 6 today. Thanksgiving is 25 days away, and Christmas is just 53 days away...Yikes! Halloween is gone...time to pack up the ghosts and goblins and bust out the turkeys. Crazy how fast the holiday season sneaks in during this phase of life. Remember to slow down and enjoy the small moments...those are the ones that really matter.<br />
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Blessings,<br />
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<b>Monday, November 2</b><br />
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<li>Head to the Reedy Creek Nature Center this morning at 10am for <b>Budding Adventures</b> for ages 3 to 5. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/budding-adventures/24076" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don;t miss the <b>Parent & Tot Meet and Greet</b> today at Ray's Splash Planet for ages 0 to 5 and their parents. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Aquatics/RaysSplashPlanet/Pages/Preschool.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 5 to 11 are invited to the McDowell Nature Center for <b>Beginner's Firebuilding</b> at 10:30am. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/beginner-s-firebuilding/24031" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Grab the little ones and the stroller and enjoy a fall hike during <b>Babes in the Woods</b> today at 1:30pm at the McDowell Nature Center. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/babes-in-the-woods/23588" target="_blank">More info..</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Tuesday, November 3</strong></span><br />
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<li><b style="font-family: inherit;">Toddler Tuesdays</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> are back at Sea Life Aquarium today (and every Tuesday), </span><a href="https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/news-and-events/" style="font-family: inherit;">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>I am Thankful</b> today (and Thursday) at Discovery Place Kids at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/661/I-Am-Thankful-Tuesdays-Thursdays" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Register today for the <b>LEGO Mini-Build </b>this evening at 5pm at the LEGO store at Southpark. <a href="http://shop.lego.com/en-US/minibuild-registration#shopxlink" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><br /></b></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Wednesday, November 4</b></span></div>
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<li><b>Wee Wednesdays</b> continue today at the Main Street Children's Museum at 10:30am. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1871/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The McDowell Nature Center hosts <b>Crafty Critters</b> this morning at 10:30am. Please register. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/crafty-critters/24032" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Discovery Place Kids hosts <b>Healthy Art</b> today (and Friday) at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/665/Healthy-Art-Wednesdays-Fridays" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for <b>FREE Music</b> on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/6th-north-tryon-programming/?utm_source=WhatCounts+Publicaster+Edition&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FYC+Weekly+June+26+-+July+2&utm_content=6th+N.+Tryon" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss the Charlotte Nature Museum's <b>Wild Wednesday: Nests are Best</b> today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/214/Wild-Wednesday-Nests-Are-Best" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer <strong>FREE Admission</strong> today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/401/free-wednesday-evenings-6" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>The Charlotte Nature Museum hosts <b>Wisdom of the Woods: Animal Architects</b> this evening at 7pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/208/Wisdom-of-the-Woods-Animal-Architects" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Thursday, November 5</strong></span></div>
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<li>Ages 11 to 15 are invited to the Latta Plantation Nature Preserve at 12:30pm for <b>Latta Homeschoolers: Winter Paddle</b>. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/latta-homeschoolers-winter-paddle/23060" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Boost your child's reading by having them participate in <b>Paws to Read</b> this afternoon at 4pm at the Scaleybark library. <a href="https://www.cmlibrary.org/event/11810-paws-read" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Friday, November 6</strong></span><br />
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<li><b>St. Nick's Sack Consignment Sale</b> begins this morning and continues through tomorrow. Get a jump on your holiday shopping. <a href="http://www.assuranceumc.org/#/find-usevents/upcoming-events" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss the fun at the Charlotte Nature Museum today during <b>Citizen Science Friday: The Squirrel Project</b> at 1pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/218/Citizen-Science-Friday-Squirrel-Project" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Crews Recreation Center in Matthews hosts their <b>First Friday Movie Night</b> tonight with a screening of <i>Back to the Future</i>. <a href="https://www.matthewsfun.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=w24UN6Ukq%2fM%3d&tabid=101" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong><br /></strong><strong>Saturday, November 7</strong><br />
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<li>Your local Home Depot store hosts <b>Build a Veterans Day Jet</b> this morning, 9am-12pm. <a href="http://workshops.homedepot.com/workshops/kids-workshops" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Don't miss the children's literary festival, <b>EpicFest 2015</b> today at Imaginon. <a href="http://foundation.cmlibrary.org/epicfest" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">The Schiele Museum of Natural History hosts <b>Thanks to Wildlife</b> today 10am-2pm. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss the <b>President James K. Polk Birthday Celebration</b> today 10am-4pm. <a href="http://nchistoricsites.org/polk/polk.htm" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Charlotte Museum of History hosts <b>Backcountry Explorers: Cooking </b>for ages 6-12 today at 10:30am. Please register. <a href="http://charlottemuseum.org/events.asp" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for their <b>Germology </b>event today at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/655/Germology-Saturday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lakeshore Learning hosts their <strong>Free Crafts For Kids</strong> today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a <i>Stars & Stripes Windsock.</i> <a href="http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m" target="_blank">More info.</a></span></li>
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<strong>Sunday, November 8</strong></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">The Charlotte Nature Museum hosts their <b>Monthly Bird Walk</b> this morning at 8am. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/168/Monthly-Bird-Walk" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy an afternoon at the Charlotte Nature Museum during their <b>Backyard Neighbors </b>event today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/210/Backyard-Neighbors" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for their <b>Germology </b>event today at 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/656/Germology-Sunday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>The Ballantyne Home Depot Store is hosting a <b>Menorah Workshop</b> this afternoon, 2-4pm. RSVP required. <a href="http://www.jewishballantyne.com/templates/articlecco_cdo/aid/1611373/jewish/Home-Depot-Menorah-Building.htm" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Monday, November 9</strong></span><br />
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<li>Head to the Reedy Creek Nature Center at 10am for <b>Nature Story Corner</b> for ages 3 to 5. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/nature-story-corner/24084" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Storytime: Mickey Mouse</b> this morning at 10:30 at Ray's Splash Planet for ages 2 1/2 to 5. Please register. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/story-time-mickey-mouse/23662" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 7 to 11 are invited to <b>Spanish Now!</b> this evening at 6pm at the Scaleybark library. <a href="https://www.cmlibrary.org/event/12375-spanish-now-%C2%A1practica-el-espa%C3%B1ol-con-spanish-now" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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November 13 - January 3: <a data-mce-href="http://www.gsmr.com/events/polar-express#.VjJRDrerTIU" href="http://www.gsmr.com/events/polar-express#.VjJRDrerTIU" target="_blank">Polar Express </a>@ Great Smoky Mountain Railroad</div>
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November 14: <a data-mce-href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/fairy-festival-with-author-tracy-cane/?instance_id=2905" href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/fairy-festival-with-author-tracy-cane/?instance_id=2905" target="_blank">Fairy Festival</a> @ Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden</div>
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November 14-22: <em><a data-mce-href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp" href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp" target="_blank">The Commedia Princess & The Pea</a> </em>@ Children's Theatre of Charlotte</div>
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November 14: <a href="http://charlottemuseum.org/events.asp" target="_blank">Backcountry Beer Fest</a> @ Charlotte Museum of History<br />
November 14: <a href="https://www.matthewsfun.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=w24UN6Ukq%2fM%3d&tabid=101" target="_blank">Pawsitively Matthews</a> @ Stumptown Park<br />
<span style="background-color: white;">November 16: </span><a data-mce-href="http://www.charlottemuseum.org/PDF/Revolutionary%20Charlotte%20November%20-%20Homeschool%20Day%202015.pdf" href="http://www.charlottemuseum.org/PDF/Revolutionary%20Charlotte%20November%20-%20Homeschool%20Day%202015.pdf" style="background-color: white;" target="_blank">Revolutionary Charlotte Homeschool Day</a><span style="background-color: white;"> @ Charlotte Museum of History</span></div>
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December 5: <a href="http://www.christchurchcharlotte.org/ecw-holidays/" target="_blank">Christ Church Christmas Bazaar</a> @ Christ Episcopal Church<br />
<span style="background-color: white;">December 5 & 12: </span><a data-mce-href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/cookies-cocoa-with-santa/" href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/cookies-cocoa-with-santa/" style="background-color: white;" target="_blank">Cookies & Cocoa w/ Santa</a><span style="background-color: white;"> @ Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden (reserve your spot)</span></div>
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It's Halloween week and that means LOTS of family fun happening all over town. Lots of opportunities to dress up and have a great time. Don't forget that the time changes this weekend...set those clocks BACK an hour before you go to bed Saturday night. Maybe the trick-or-treating and excitement of Halloween will wear the kids out enough to actually get that extra hour of sleep...one can always hope!<br />
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Blessings,<br />
The Buzz<br />
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<b>Monday, October 26</b><br />
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<li>Head to the Reedy Creek Nature Center this morning at 10am for their <b>Nature Story Corner</b>. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/nature-story-corner/23476" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The McDowell Nature Center hosts their <b>Creature Feature</b> program this morning at 10:30am. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/mcdowell-s-creature-feature/23580" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Independence library hosts <b>Rookie Science for Preschoolers</b> this morning at 11:30am for ages 3 to 5. <a href="https://www.cmlibrary.org/event/rookie-science-preschoolers-0" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>It's <b>Pajama Movie Night</b> tonight at 6pm at the Myers Park library. Enjoy a screening of <i>Coraline</i>. <a href="https://www.cmlibrary.org/event/page-screen-coraline-pajama-movie-night" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Tuesday, October 27</strong></span><br />
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<li><b style="font-family: inherit;">Toddler Tuesdays</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> are back at Sea Life Aquarium today (and every Tuesday), </span><a href="https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/news-and-events/" style="font-family: inherit;">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Sensory Concoctions</b> today (and Thursday) at Discovery Place Kids at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/649/Sensory-Concoctions-Tuesdays-Thursdays" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Bass Pro Shops at Concord Mills hosts <b>FREE Halloween Activities </b>all week long. <a href="http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CFPageC?storeId=10151&catalogId=10051&langId=-1&pageID=4906&cm_sp=HlwnStltOct2015_SP" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Wednesday, October 28</b></span></div>
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<li>Ages 2 to 3 are invited to the Latta Plantation Nature Center for <b>Young Explorers: Itsy-Bitsy Spiders</b> this morning at 10:15. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/young-explorer-series-itsy-bitsy-spiders/23026" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Wee Wednesdays</b> continue today at the Main Street Children's Museum at 10:30am. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1870/">More info...</a></li>
<li>Discovery Place Kids hosts <b>Bubble Time</b> today (and Friday) at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/654/Bubble-Time-Wednesdays-Fridays" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for <b>FREE Music</b> on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/6th-north-tryon-programming/?utm_source=WhatCounts+Publicaster+Edition&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FYC+Weekly+June+26+-+July+2&utm_content=6th+N.+Tryon" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss the Charlotte Nature Museum's <b>Wild Wednesday: Leaves, Branches, Trunks & Roots</b> today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/207/Wild-Wednesday-Leaves-Branches-Trunk-and-Roots" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Latta Plantation Nature Center hosts <b>Nature Detectives: Spider Adventures</b> this afternoon at 1:30 for ages 4 to 6. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/nature-detectives-spider-adventures/23031" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer <strong>FREE Admission</strong> today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/401/free-wednesday-evenings-6" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Thursday, October 29</strong></span></div>
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<li>The South County library hosts a <b>Children's Fall Festival</b> this morning at 10am. <a href="https://www.cmlibrary.org/event/12562-childrens-fall-festival" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss a <b>Puppet Show</b> this morning at 11:30am at Imaginon. <a href="https://www.cmlibrary.org/event/9460-charlotte-mecklenburg-library-presents-puppet-show" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Morrison library hosts their <b>Fall Festival</b> for preschoolers this afternoon at 2pm. <a href="https://www.cmlibrary.org/event/11718-fall-festival" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Check out the final show of the <b>Fall Concert Series</b> at the Shoppes at University Place this evening at 6pm. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ShopUniversityPlace">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong><br /></strong></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Friday, October 30</strong></span><br />
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<li>Head to the NC Music Factory this afternoon at 4pm for the <b>GUTS Charlotte</b> pumpkin carving contest benefiting the Make-A-Wish Foundation. <a href="http://www.gutscharlotte.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a> </li>
<li>Check out the <b>Annual Halloween March</b> on Main Street in Davidson this evening at 5pm. <a href="http://www.ci.davidson.nc.us/824/Halloween-March" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Carmel Presbyterian Church is hosting their <b>Trunk or Treat</b> this evening, 6-8pm. <a href="http://carmelpresbyterian.org/trunk-or-treat/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss the <b>Costume Campfire</b> this evening at the Latta Plantation Nature Center. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/costume-campfire/23085" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Schiele Museum of Natural History hosts their <b>Schiele Trail-O-Treats</b> this evening, 6-8pm. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ray's Splash Planet hosts <b>Halloween Carnival & Haunted Tour</b> today at 6:30pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Aquatics/RaysSplashPlanet/Pages/Special%20Events%20at%20Ray's%20Splash%20Planet.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><i style="font-weight: bold;">Coraline</i> has its last two performances at Children's Theatre of Charlotte tonight and tomorrow afternoon. Best for ages 8 and up. <a href="https://www.ctcharlotte.org/Online/default.asp?doWork::WScontent::loadArticle=Load&BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::article_id=A3BAF47D-4EC0-4E3B-A163-2F60C3961DA1" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong><br /></strong><strong>Saturday, October 31 - Happy Halloween!</strong><br />
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<li>Enjoy the last of the <b>Fall Frolic Weekends </b>at the Anne Springs Close Greenway today and tomorrow. <a href="http://www.ascgreenway.org/events/detail/fall-frolic-weekends-in-october-1" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Latta Plantation hosts their <b>All Hallows Eve Family Day</b> today, 10am-2pm. <a href="http://www.lattaplantation.org/latta/index.php?page=home" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Spinning Spiders & Creepy Crawlers</b> today at the Charlotte Nature Museum. 10am-1pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/6/Spinning-Spiders-and-Creepy-Crawlers" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Discovery Place Kids celebrates all things Halloween today with their <b>Happy Halloween!</b> event at 11am. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/223/Happy-Halloween" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lakeshore Learning hosts their <strong>Free Crafts For Kids</strong> today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a <i>Spooky Spiderweb.</i> <a href="http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m" target="_blank">More info.</a></span></li>
<li>Head to Discovery Place for their <b>Halloween Birthday Bash</b> beginning this morning at 11am. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/332/Halloween-Birthday-Bash" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Concord Mills is the place to be for their <b>Kidgits Boo Bash & Halloween Party w/ Mr. Nigel</b> today at noon. <a href="http://www.simon.com/mall/concord-mills/stores/kidgits/stream/kidgits-boo-bash-halloween-party-wmr-nigel-3456059" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The town of Dallas hosts <b>Halloween on the Square</b> this evening, 5-9pm with the Gaston County Museum. <a href="http://www.gastoncountymuseum.org/Calendar.asp" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't forget to <b>FALL BACK</b> tonight...set clocks back one hour (and cross your fingers that the kids sleep). </li>
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<strong>Sunday, November 1</strong></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Don't miss the <b>Great Pumpkin Fest</b> for the final day today at Carowinds. <a href="https://www.carowinds.com/fall-festival/things-to-do/the-great-pumpkin-fest" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Head to the Levine Museum of the New South for <b>Day of the Dead/Dia de los Muertos</b> today 12-4pm. <a href="http://www.museumofthenewsouth.org/learn/programs-events/community-days/day-of-the-deadda-de-los-muertos" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy an afternoon at the Charlotte Nature Museum during their <b>Wonderful Webs </b>event today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/209/Wonderful-Webs" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Monday, November 2</strong></span><br />
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<li>Head to the Reedy Creek Nature Center this morning at 10am for <b>Budding Adventures</b> for ages 3 to 5. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/budding-adventures/24076" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 5 to 11 are invited to the McDowell Nature Center for <b>Beginner's Firebuilding</b> at 10:30am. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/beginner-s-firebuilding/24031" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Grab the little ones and the stroller and enjoy a fall hike during <b>Babes in the Woods</b> today at 1:30pm at the McDowell Nature Center. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/babes-in-the-woods/23588" target="_blank">More info..</a></li>
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November 7:<a data-mce-href="http://foundation.cmlibrary.org/epicfest" href="http://foundation.cmlibrary.org/epicfest" target="_blank"> EpicFest </a>@ Imaginon</div>
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November 7: <a data-mce-href="http://charlottemuseum.org/events.asp" href="http://charlottemuseum.org/events.asp" target="_blank">Backcountry Explorers: Cooking</a> @ Charlotte Museum of History</div>
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November 14: <a href="http://charlottemuseum.org/events.asp" target="_blank">Backcountry Beer Fest</a> @ Charlotte Museum of History</div>
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December 5: <a href="http://www.christchurchcharlotte.org/ecw-holidays/" target="_blank">Christ Church Christmas Bazaar</a> @ Christ Episcopal Church</div>
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Hope you've enjoyed a wonderful fall week. Pumpkin patches have been open for a few weeks now, but this is the week when the Halloween events start popping up all over the place. Dress up your little ghouls and goblins and have a great time this week!!<br />
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<b>Monday, October 19</b><br />
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<li>Ages 3 to 6 are invited to the Reedy Creek Nature Center this morning at 10am for <b>Budding Adventures</b>. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/budding-adventures/23468" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to Ray's Splash Planet for some indoor water fun during their <b>Parent & Tot Meet and Greet</b> today, 10am-3pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Aquatics/RaysSplashPlanet/Pages/Preschool.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Spanish Now! Introduction to Spanish for Preschoolers</b> this morning at 11:30am at the Independence library. <a href="https://www.cmlibrary.org/event/spanish-now-introduction-spanish-preschoolers-1" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Tuesday, October 20</strong></span><br />
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<li><b style="font-family: inherit;">Toddler Tuesdays</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> are back at Sea Life Aquarium today (and every Tuesday), </span><a href="https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/news-and-events/" style="font-family: inherit;">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Plaza Midwood library hosts <b>Sensory Storytime</b> this afternoon at 1:30pm. <a href="https://www.cmlibrary.org/event/sensory-storytime-plaza-midwood-branch-library-5" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Sensory Concoctions</b> today (and Thursday) at Discovery Place Kids at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/648/Sensory-Concoctions-Tuesdays-Thursdays" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Wednesday, October 21</b></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Atherton Market hosts <b>Tot Time at The Market</b> this morning (and every Wednesday) at 10am. <a href="http://www.athertonmillandmarket.com/events/event/tot-time-at-the-market-2/" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><b>Wee Wednesdays</b> continue today at the Main Street Children's Museum at 10:30am. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1869/">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Mint Museum Randolph hosts a <b>Mini Masters Art Workshop: Pattern Play</b> this morning at 10:30am. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/860/mini-masters-workshop-pattern-play-single-class/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Discovery Place Kids hosts <b>Bubble Time</b> today (and Friday) at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/653/Bubble-Time-Wednesdays-Fridays" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for <b>FREE Music</b> on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/6th-north-tryon-programming/?utm_source=WhatCounts+Publicaster+Edition&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FYC+Weekly+June+26+-+July+2&utm_content=6th+N.+Tryon" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss the Charlotte Nature Museum's <b>Wild Wednesday: Plant Parade</b> today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/206/Wild-Wednesday-Plant-Parade" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Today is a <b>Homeschool Wednesday</b> at the York County Museum this afternoon, 1-3pm. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1859/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer <strong>FREE Admission</strong> today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/401/free-wednesday-evenings-6" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Thursday, October 22</strong></span></div>
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<li>The Mint Museum Randolph hosts a <b>Mini Masters Art Workshop: Pattern Play</b> this afternoon at 1:30pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/860/mini-masters-workshop-pattern-play-single-class/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the shops at Morrison this afternoon/evening for <b>Spooktacular at Morrison</b>. 4:30-7pm. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1036853233000554/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Check out the <b>Fall Concert Series</b> at the Shoppes at University Place this evening at 6pm. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ShopUniversityPlace">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Friday, October 23</strong></span><br />
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<li><b>No School for CMS - Teacher Workday</b></li>
<li>3rd through 5th graders can head to the McDowell Nature Center for their <b>School's Out Nature Day</b> today, 9am-4pm. Please register. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/school-s-out-nature-days-3rd-5th-grade/23598" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The preschool set (ages 3 to 5) are invited to Atomz Lab this morning for <b>Moms Morning Out</b>. 10:30am-12noon. Please register. <a href="http://atomzlab.com/workshops-classes.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Matthews Police Explorers and the Matthews/South Charlotte Key Club present their <b>Haunted Trail </b>this weekend and next behind the Matthews Community Center. <a href="http://www.matthewsnc.gov/ForResidents/UpcomingEvents/tabid/68/vw/3/itemid/2629/d/20151016/Default.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 5 and up are invited to Atomz Lab for <b>Parents Night Out </b>tonight, 6-9pm. The theme is <i>Spooky Science</i>. Please register. <a href="http://atomzlab.com/workshops-classes.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Reedy Creek Nature Center hosts <b>Creepy Crawly Critter-ween</b> this evening, 6-9pm. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/creepy-crawly-critter-ween/23529" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Saturday, October 24</strong><br />
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<li>Lace up your shoes for the <b>Mummy Shuffle</b> this morning at First Baptist Church in Clover, SC. <a href="http://www.active.com/clover-sc/running/distance-running-races/mummy-shuffle-5k-fun-run-walk-2015?int=" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Today is <b>Chemistry Day</b> at Discovery Place. Enjoy special exhibits and activities all day long. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/329/Chemistry-Day" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Enjoy <b>Fall Frolic Weekends </b>at the Anne Springs Close Greenway today and tomorrow (and weekends through November 1). <a href="http://www.ascgreenway.org/events/detail/fall-frolic-weekends-in-october-1" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Historic Brattonsville is the place to be today and tomorrow for their <b>Civil War Reenactment</b>. 10am-4pm today and 10am-3pm tomorrow. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1768/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Happy Birthday Discovery Place Kids Huntersville</b>. Today they turn 5 are celebrating all day long. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/218/Happy-Birthday-Discovery-Place-KIDS-Huntersville" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Rural Hill and the Town of Huntersville host <b>Halloween Fun</b> today 11am-2pm. <a href="http://www.huntersville.org/Departments/ParksRecreation/Events/HalloweenFun.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>And Matthews hosts their <b>Not-So-Spooky Halloween</b> today, 11am-2pm at Stumptown Park. <a href="https://www.matthewsfun.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=eytnJ4phGhE%3d&tabid=101" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lakeshore Learning hosts their <strong>Free Crafts For Kids</strong> today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a <i>Spooktacular Puppet.</i> <a href="http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m" target="_blank">More info.</a></span></li>
<li><b>Bootanical</b> happens today and tomorrow at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. 11am-3pm. <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/bootanical-2015/?instance_id=2747" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Today is <b>Spooky Science Saturday</b> at the Museum of York County. 12-2pm. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1860/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Spooktacular at Berewick</b> this afternoon, 1-4pm. <a href="http://www.paschalpromotions.com/events/spooktacular-at-berewick/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Today is the day for the <b>Belmont Boo Festival</b> in downtown Belmont. 1-8pm. <a href="http://www.cityofbelmont.org/Departments/ParksandRecreationDepartment/EventsandFestivals/BelmontBooFestival.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Sunday, October 25</strong></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Don't miss the <b>Great Pumpkin Fest</b> today (and weekends through November 1) at Carowinds. <a href="https://www.carowinds.com/fall-festival/things-to-do/the-great-pumpkin-fest" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy an afternoon at the Charlotte Nature Museum during their <b>Plant Hike </b>event today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/201/Plant-Hike" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Experience <b>Autumn in Early Carolina</b> this afternoon, 1-5pm at the Schiele Museum. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about <b>Pumpkin Play</b> today at 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/532/Pumpkin-Play-Sunday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Check out the <b>Roly Poly Races</b> this afternoon at 2pm at the Reedy Creek Nature Center. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/roly-poly-races/23532" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Monday, October 26</strong></span><br />
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<li>Head to the Reedy Creek Nature Center this morning at 10am for their <b>Nature Story Corner</b>. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/nature-story-corner/23476" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The McDowell Nature Center hosts their <b>Creature Feature</b> program this morning at 10:30am. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/mcdowell-s-creature-feature/23580" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Independence library hosts <b>Rookie Science for Preschoolers</b> this morning at 11:30am for ages 3 to 5. <a href="https://www.cmlibrary.org/event/rookie-science-preschoolers-0" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>It's <b>Pajama Movie Night</b> tonight at 6pm at the Myers Park library. Enjoy a screening of <i>Coraline</i>. <a href="https://www.cmlibrary.org/event/page-screen-coraline-pajama-movie-night" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<li>October 30: <b>GUTS Pumpkin Carving Contest</b> <a href="http://www.gutscharlotte.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>October 30: <b>Costume Campfire</b> <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/costume-campfire/23085" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>October 31: <b>Halloween on the Square</b> <a href="http://www.gastoncountymuseum.org/Calendar.asp" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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The <a href="http://charlottewarehousesale.com/" target="_blank"><b>Charlotte Warehouse Sale</b></a> returns this week to the Shoppes at Davis Lake. From the Charlotte Warehouse Sale folks:<br />
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<i>Lots of fabulous, brand-new fall & winter merchandise just arrived. We have over 7,500 items, including fantastic brands like Ralph Lauren, Bar III, Kensie, Calvin Klein, Jones New York, INC, Tahari, Michael Kors and more! Don't forget about the shoes...Nine West, Coach, Guess, Franco Sarto, Aerosoles, Bandolino, and Steve Madden (just to name a few). Shop early to find your perfect pair of winter boots, holiday party heels, or fabulous flats!</i><br />
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<i>We're excited to be able to offer a wonderful selection of holiday decorations at this sale! There will be a winter wonderland of stockings, tree skirts, beautiful ornaments, fun figurines and more!</i></div>
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<b>Monday, October 12</b><br />
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<li>The Reedy Creek Nature Center hosts <b>Nature Story Corner</b> this morning at 10am for ages 3 to 6. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/nature-story-corner/23475" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 4 and up are invited to the McDowell Nature Center this morning at 10:30am to learn all about <b>Creepy Crawlies</b>. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/creepy-crawlies/23583" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ray's Splash Planet invites ages 2 1/2 to 5 for <b>Sponge Painting: Halloween</b> this morning at 10:30am. Please register. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/sponge-painting-halloween/23663" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Tuesday, October 13</strong></span><br />
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<li><b style="font-family: inherit;">Toddler Tuesdays</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> are back at Sea Life Aquarium today (and every Tuesday), </span><a href="https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/news-and-events/" style="font-family: inherit;">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Library Storytime Goes to Midwood Park</b> this morning at 10:30am with library friends from the Plaza Midwood branch. <a href="https://www.cmlibrary.org/event/library-storytime-goes-midwood-park" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Sensory Concoctions</b> today (and Thursday) at Discovery Place Kids at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/647/Sensory-Concoctions-Tuesdays-Thursdays" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Today is a <b>FREE Tuesday sponsored by Duke Energy</b> at the Schiele Museum with FREE admission, 4-8pm. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Wednesday, October 14</b></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Atherton Market hosts <b>Tot Time at The Market</b> this morning (and every Wednesday) at 10am. <a href="http://www.athertonmillandmarket.com/events/event/tot-time-at-the-market-2/" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><b>Wee Wednesdays</b> continue today at the Main Street Children's Museum at 10:30am. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1868/">More info...</a></li>
<li>Discovery Place Kids hosts <b>Bubble Time</b> today (and Friday) at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/652/Bubble-Time-Wednesdays-Fridays" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for <b>FREE Music</b> on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/6th-north-tryon-programming/?utm_source=WhatCounts+Publicaster+Edition&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FYC+Weekly+June+26+-+July+2&utm_content=6th+N.+Tryon" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss the Charlotte Nature Museum's <b>Wild Wednesday: Flowers for Grandma</b> today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/204/Wild-Wednesday-Flowers-for-Grandma" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer <strong>FREE Admission</strong> today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/401/free-wednesday-evenings-6" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Head to the Reedy Creek Nature Center this evening at 7pm for <b>S'Mores & More</b>. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/smores-n-more/23477" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Thursday, October 15</strong></span></div>
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<li>Check out the <b>Fall Concert Series</b> at the Shoppes at University Place this evening at 6pm. <a href="http://www.shoppesatuniversityplace.com/ai1ec_event/fall-concert-sol-fusion-band/?instance_id=">More info...</a></li>
<li>Charlotte Christian Middle School Fine Arts presents <i style="font-weight: bold;">Sleeping Beauty</i> with shows this evening and on Saturday afternoon and evening. <a href="https://www.charlottechristian.com/page.cfm?p=950&LockSSL=true" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Friday, October 16</strong></span><br />
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<li>The Matthews Playhouse presents <i><b>James & The Giant Peach</b> </i>with shows through Sunday. <a href="http://www.matthewsplayhouse.com/index.php/shows/upcoming-shows/mainstage-productions/james-the-giant-peach">More info...</a></li>
<li>Book a sitter and make it a date night at <b>Science on the Rocks: Fright at the Museum</b> today at 5pm at Discovery Place. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/327/Science-on-the-Rocks-Fright-at-the-Museum" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to Matthews for their <b>Food Truck Friday & Artist Showcase</b> this evening, 5-9pm at Stumptown Park. <a href="http://www.matthewsnc.gov/ForResidents/UpcomingEvents/tabid/68/vw/3/itemid/2574/d/20151016/Default.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Pineville Fall Fest</b> kicks off tonight and continues all day tomorrow at Pineville Lake Park. <a href="http://www.pinevillefallfest.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Matthews Police Explorers and the Matthews/South Charlotte Key Club present their <b>Haunted Trail </b>this weekend and next behind the Matthews Community Center. <a href="http://www.matthewsnc.gov/ForResidents/UpcomingEvents/tabid/68/vw/3/itemid/2629/d/20151016/Default.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Saturday, October 17</strong><br />
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<li>Enjoy <b>Fall Frolic Weekends </b>at the Anne Springs Close Greenway today and tomorrow (and weekends through November 1). <a href="http://www.ascgreenway.org/events/detail/fall-frolic-weekends-in-october-1" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Dilworth United Methodist Church hosts their <b>Fall Festival</b> today, 10am-1pm and FREE. <a href="http://www.scoopcharlotte.com/scoop-cms/wp-admin/post.php?post=117867&action=edit" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The <b>Lost Hollow Music Fest</b> is happening today and tomorrow at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/events/garden-events/public-garden-events/lost-hollow-music-fest-2015/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> <b>Science Potions</b></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> today at 11am and 2pm. </span><a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/533/Science-Potions-Saturday" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lakeshore Learning hosts their <strong>Free Crafts For Kids</strong> today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a <i>Having a Hoot! Owl.</i> <a href="http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m" target="_blank">More info.</a></span></li>
<li>The Mint Museum Randolph hosts their <b>Bilingual Stories & Music</b> this morning at 11am. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/822/bilingual-stories-music-de-colores-many-colors/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Historic Brattonsville is open 3-9pm today for their <b>Spirits & Stories: Brattonsville by Twilight</b> event. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1767/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 10 and up are invited to <b>Dissection Series: Squid</b> this afternoon at 4pm at Discovery Place. Dissection kits are limited, so get there early. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/338/Dissection-Series-Squid" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Hornets vs. New York Knicks</b> <a href="http://www.nba.com/hornets/schedule" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Sunday, October 18</strong></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Don't miss the <b>Great Pumpkin Fest</b> today (and weekends through November 1) at Carowinds. <a href="https://www.carowinds.com/fall-festival/things-to-do/the-great-pumpkin-fest" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy an afternoon at the Charlotte Nature Museum during their <b>Plant Hike </b>event today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/201/Plant-Hike" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>The Schiele Museum hosts <b>Pumpkin Carving</b> this afternoon, 1-4pm. Get your pumpkin Halloween ready! <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Mint Museum Uptown hosts their <b>Sunday Fun Day</b> today, 1-4pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/808/sunday-fun-day-project-ten-ten-ten-proyecto-diez-diez-diez/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about <b>Science Potion</b> today at 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/534/Science-Potion-Sunday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Monday, October 19</strong></span><br />
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<li>Ages 3 to 6 are invited to the Reedy Creek Nature Center this morning at 10am for <b>Budding Adventures</b>. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/budding-adventures/23468" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to Ray's Splash Planet for some indoor water fun during their <b>Parent & Tot Meet and Greet</b> today, 10am-3pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Aquatics/RaysSplashPlanet/Pages/Preschool.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Spanish Now! Introduction to Spanish for Preschoolers</b> this morning at 11:30am at the Independence library. <a href="https://www.cmlibrary.org/event/spanish-now-introduction-spanish-preschoolers-1" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<li>October 22: <b>Spooktacular @ Morrison</b> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1036853233000554/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>October 24: <b>Not-So-Spooky Halloween</b> <a href="https://www.matthewsfun.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=eytnJ4phGhE%3d&tabid=101" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>October 31: <b>Halloween on the Square</b> <a href="http://www.gastoncountymuseum.org/Calendar.asp" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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I don't know about you, but I am more than ready to get out of the house this week and get into some fun around Charlotte. Joaquin was definitely not as bad as forecast here in Charlotte, but it made for a LONG, rainy week and weekend, and LOTS of time at home. The weather looks to improve very soon...so thankful for that!<br />
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Thoughts and prayers are with those in Columbia and other places in South Carolina affected by the horrible flooding. A local group of moms is collecting clothing and household items to take there later in the week. If you are interested in donating, please email me at queencitybuzz@gmail.com.<br />
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Head over to our <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/QueenCityBuzz" target="_blank">Facebook Page</a></b> this week to enter to win a $50 gift certificate to the October <a href="http://charlottewarehousesale.com/" target="_blank">Charlotte Warehouse Sale</a> happening October 14-19. Facebook giveaway will run October 5-12th...mark your calendar for this sale!<br />
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<b>Monday, October 5</b><br />
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<li>Ages 3 to 6 are invited to the Reedy Creek Nature Center at 10am for <b>Budding Adventures</b>. Please register. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/budding-adventures/23467" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Pack the stroller and your littlest one (ages 0 to 3) and head for a hike during <b>Babes in the Woods</b> at the McDowell Nature Center at 1:30pm. Please register. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/babes-in-the-woods/23586" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Elementary ages are invited to the Plaza Midwood library today 4:30-6:30pm for <b style="font-style: italic;">"Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library". </b><a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=205337&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Tuesday, October 6</strong></span><br />
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<li><b style="font-family: inherit;">Toddler Tuesdays</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> are back at Sea Life Aquarium today (and every Tuesday), </span><a href="https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/news-and-events/" style="font-family: inherit;">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Sensory Concoctions</b> today (and Thursday) at Discovery Place Kids at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/646/Sensory-Concoctions-Tuesdays-Thursdays" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Dakota & Friends</b> will be making an appearance at Imaginon. Check them out today, 11:30am-3pm. <a href="https://www.cmlibrary.org/event/dakota-and-friends-4">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss the <b>Release Party: The Sword of Summer</b> at Main Street Books in Davidson this afternoon at 3:30pm. <a href="http://www.mainstreetbooksdavidson.com/events/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to Providence Day School for a TK-5th grade <b>Admissions Open House</b> this evening at 6:30pm. <a href="http://www.providenceday.org/page.cfm?p=583" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Wednesday, October 7</b></span></div>
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<li><b>Early Release Day for CMS...schools let out 3 hours early.</b></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Atherton Market hosts <b>Tot Time at The Market</b> this morning (and every Wednesday) at 10am. <a href="http://www.athertonmillandmarket.com/events/event/tot-time-at-the-market-2/" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><b>Wee Wednesdays</b> kick off their season today at the Main Street Children's Museum at 10:30am. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1867/">More info...</a></li>
<li>Discovery Place Kids hosts <b>Bubble Time</b> today (and Friday) at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/651/Bubble-Time-Wednesdays-Fridays" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for <b>FREE Music</b> on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/6th-north-tryon-programming/?utm_source=WhatCounts+Publicaster+Edition&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FYC+Weekly+June+26+-+July+2&utm_content=6th+N.+Tryon" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss the Charlotte Nature Museum's <b>Wild Wednesday: Trees are Terrific</b> today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/205/Wild-Wednesday-Trees-Are-Terrific" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The <b>Afterschool Art Club</b> kicks off this afternoon at 5pm for ages 6 to 11 at the Mint Museum Randolph. Registration required. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/815/afterschool-art-club/">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer <strong>FREE Admission</strong> today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/401/free-wednesday-evenings-6" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Charlotte Country Day School hosts a JK & Kindergarten <b>Admissions Open House</b> this evening at 7pm. <a href="https://www.charlottecountryday.org/page.cfm?p=1016&LockSSL=true" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Charlotte Nature Museum hosts <b>Wisdom of the Woods: The Colors of Nature</b> this evening at 7pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/208/Wisdom-of-the-Woods-The-Colors-of-Nature">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Thursday, October 8</strong></span></div>
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<li>Head to the Independence library at 2:30pm to see a screening of <i><b>The Nightmare Before Christmas</b></i> (PG). <a href="https://www.cmlibrary.org/event/now-showing-nightmare-christmas">More info...</a></li>
<li>This is the perfect time of year for some outdoor live music. <b>Sunset at the Metropolitan</b> wraps up tonight at 5:30pm with music from <i>Liquid Pleasure</i>. <a href="http://www.metropolitanclt.com/event/sunset-at-metropolitan-fall-2015/2145460691" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Check out the <b>Fall Concert Series</b> at the Shoppes at University Place this evening at 6pm. <a href="http://www.shoppesatuniversityplace.com/ai1ec_event/fall-concert-sol-fusion-band/?instance_id=">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Friday, October 9</strong></span><br />
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<li>Ages 8 and up are invited to be <b>Reedy Creek Garden Stewards</b> this morning 9-11am at the Reedy Creek Nature Center. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/reedy-creek-garden-stewards/23470">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to Charlotte Latin School for a TK-5th Grade <b>Admissions Open House</b> this morning at 9:30am. <a href="http://www.charlottelatin.org/page.cfm?p=540" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Did you know there is such a thing as a <b>Breakin' Convention</b>, and it's in Charlotte today and tomorrow. <a href="http://www.blumenthalarts.org/events/detail/breakin-convention">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Matthews Playhouse presents <i><b>James & The Giant Peach</b> </i>with shows this weekend and next. <a href="http://www.matthewsplayhouse.com/index.php/shows/upcoming-shows/mainstage-productions/james-the-giant-peach">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Saturday, October 10</strong><br />
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<li>Lace up your shoes for the <b>20th Annual Hopebuilders 5K & Stroller Roller 5K</b> happening this morning at CMC. <a href="http://events.carolinashealthcarefoundation.org/site/TR/Hopebuilders5K/CHF2011?fr_id=1640&pg=entry#.VhHHfPlVikp">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss the <b>Charlotte Mini Maker Faire </b>today at Discovery Place - Uptown, 10am-4pm. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/394/Charlotte-Mini-Maker-Faire" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Autumn Treasures Fall Festival</b> happens today and tomorrow in downtown Waxhaw. <a href="http://waxhaw.com/index.aspx?NID=114">More info...</a></li>
<li>Sure to be THE event of the season for the elementary age group, head to the Ritz Carlton for the <b>American Girl Fashion Show</b> today and tomorrow. <a href="http://www.jeffgordonchildrensfoundation.org/site/c.5oIDJRPyGfISF/b.9309249/k.CA30/Events.htm">More info...</a></li>
<li>As part of the Breakin' Convention 2015, <b>Street Jam</b> happens today at Spirit Square, 10am-4pm. <a href="http://blumenthalarts.org/events-performances/coming-performances/detail/street-jam?_ga=1.79661916.914432663.1443204944">More info...</a></li>
<li>The NASCAR Hall of Fame has a new mascot. <b>Meet Champ the Cheetah</b> this morning at 10am, and kids enjoy discounted admission to the hall. <a href="http://www.nascarhall.com/events/calendar/meet-champ-the-cheetah">More info...</a></li>
<li>Join the fun of the <b>Fall Finale</b> happening all day today at the US National Whitewater Center. <a href="http://usnwc.org/relax/festivals/fall-finale/">More info...</a></li>
<li>Wise Acres Organic Farm hosts their <b>Fall Festival</b> today in Indian Trail. 10am-5pm. <a href="http://wiseacresorganic.com/events/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Enjoy <b>Fall Frolic Weekends </b>at the Anne Springs Close Greenway today and tomorrow (and weekends through November 1). <a href="http://www.ascgreenway.org/events/detail/fall-frolic-weekends-in-october-1" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The <b>Amazing Maize Maze</b> opens today at Historic Rural Hill. Please note that there are some schedule changes this year due to the summer drought. <a href="http://www.ruralhill.net/AmazingMaizeMaze.asp" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> <b>Mix & Measure</b></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> today at 11am and 2pm. </span><a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/642/Mix-and-Measure-Saturday" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ballantyne District Park is the place to be today for the <b>5th Annual Autumn in the Park</b> happening 11am-9pm.<a href="http://ballantynefestival.org/">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lakeshore Learning hosts their <strong>Free Crafts For Kids</strong> today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a <i>Not-So-Scary Scarecrow.</i> <a href="http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m" target="_blank">More info.</a></span></li>
<li>Learn all about vermicomposting this afternoon, 12-2pm, during <b>Worms Eat My Lunch </b>at the Museum of York County. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1861/">More info...</a></li>
<li>Check out the fun of <b>Envirocaching</b> this afternoon at 1pm at the Charlotte Nature Museum. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/169/Envirocaching">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Sunday, October 11</strong></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Check out the <b>Monthly Bird Walk </b> this morning at 8am at the Charlotte Nature Museum. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/168/Monthly-Bird-Walk">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Don't miss the <b>Great Pumpkin Fest</b> today (and weekends through November 1) at Carowinds. <a href="https://www.carowinds.com/fall-festival/things-to-do/the-great-pumpkin-fest" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy an afternoon at the Charlotte Nature Museum during their <b>Nature Trading Project </b>event today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/115/Nature-Trading-Project" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about <b>Mix & Measure</b> today at 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/643/Mix-and-Measure-Sunday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Monday, October 12 - Columbus Day</strong></span><br />
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<li>The Reedy Creek Nature Center hosts <b>Nature Story Corner</b> this morning at 10am for ages 3 to 6. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/nature-story-corner/23475" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 4 and up are invited to the McDowell Nature Center this morning at 10:30am to learn all about <b>Creepy Crawlies</b>. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/creepy-crawlies/23583" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ray's Splash Planet invites ages 2 1/2 to 5 for <b>Sponge Painting: Halloween</b> this morning at 10:30am. Please register. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/sponge-painting-halloween/23663" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<li>October 17: <b><a href="http://www.dilworthchurch.org/" target="_blank">Dilworth Methodist Fall Festival </a></b></li>
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October arrives on Thursday...that just blows my mind. I cannot believe that we are into the "holiday season" (if you count Halloween and Thanksgiving) already. Time to get the costumes ready (and hope they don't change their minds), and gear up for the craziness that surrounds it all. Lots of fun "fall" events happening this week in Charlotte...get out and have some fun with the family!<br />
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Blessings,<br />
The Buzz<br />
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<b>Monday, September 28</b><br />
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<li>Ages 3 to 6 are invited to the Reedy Creek Nature Center at 10am for <b>Nature Story Corner</b>. Please register. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/nature-story-corner/22174" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the Independence library for <b>Rookie Science for Preschoolers</b> this morning at 11:30am. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=203651&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>It's <b>Freedom to Read Week</b>. Celebrate at the Myers Park library this evening with a screening of <i>James and the Giant Peach </i>at 6:15pm. Please register. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=205049&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Tuesday, September 29</strong></span><br />
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<li><b style="font-family: inherit;">Toddler Tuesdays</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> are back at Sea Life Aquarium today (and every Tuesday), </span><a href="https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/news-and-events/" style="font-family: inherit;">More info...</a></li>
<li>Enjoy live music by <i>Cliffton Casteloe</i> today in Romare Bearden Park during the final <b>Music Box Lunch </b>today, 12-1:30pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Parks/ParksByRegion/CentralRegion/Documents/Music%20Box%20Lunch%20flyer.pdf" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Elementary ages are invited to learn about <b>Digital Animation</b> this afternoon at 4:30pm at the Mountain Island library. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=197591&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b style="font-style: italic;">Beauty & the Beast </b>begins today at the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. Shows through October 4. <a href="http://www.blumenthalarts.org/events-performances/coming-performances/detail/beauty-and-the-beast" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Wednesday, September 30</b></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Atherton Market hosts <b>Tot Time at The Market</b> this morning (and every Wednesday) at 10am. <a href="http://www.athertonmillandmarket.com/events/event/tot-time-at-the-market-2/" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for <b>FREE Music</b> on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/6th-north-tryon-programming/?utm_source=WhatCounts+Publicaster+Edition&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FYC+Weekly+June+26+-+July+2&utm_content=6th+N.+Tryon" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss the Charlotte Nature Museum's <b>Wild Wednesday: Oceanic Friends</b> today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/196/Wild-Wednesday-Oceanic-Friends" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The <b>Denver Days Festival</b> kicks off today and continues through Saturday in downtown Denver, NC. <a href="http://denverlakenormanrotary.com/denver-days/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>WDAV in Davidson hosts their <b>Fall Fest</b> this afternoon and evening, 4-8pm. <a href="http://www.wdav.org/19_380_0.cfm" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer <strong>FREE Admission</strong> today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/401/free-wednesday-evenings-6" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><i style="font-weight: bold;">Disney on Ice: 100 Years of Magic</i> opens today at Time Warner Cable Arena. Shows through Sunday. <a href="http://www.timewarnercablearena.com/timewarner/disney-on-ice-100-years-of-magic-sept-30-oct-4-2015/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Thursday, October 1</strong></span></div>
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<li>Ages 2 to 5 are invited to the McDowell Nature Center at 11am for <b>Preschool Explorers: Going Batty for Bats</b>. Please register. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/preschool-explorers-going-batty-for-bats/23590" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Charlotte Curling hosts <b>Grits-N-Granite</b> today through Sunday. No admission fee for spectators. <a href="https://charlottecurling.com/index.php/events-and-leagues/event-listing" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Tonight is <b>Pink Pint Night</b> with fun for the whole family at NoDa Brewing, 4:00-8:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlotteradiology.com/pink-pint-night.cfm" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>This is the perfect time of year for some outdoor live music. <b>Sunset at the Metropolitan</b> continues tonight at 5:30pm with music from <i>Simplified</i>. <a href="http://www.metropolitanclt.com/event/sunset-at-metropolitan-fall-2015/2145460691" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Friday, October 2</strong></span><br />
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<li>Head to Spencer for a <b>Day Out with Thomas the Train</b> at the NC Transportation Museum this weekend. <a href="http://nctrans.org/Events/Day-Out-With-Thomas-(6).aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Check out the Charlotte Nature Museum's <b>Citizen Science Friday: The Great Worldwide Star Count</b> this afternoon at 1pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/199/Citizen-Science-Friday-The-Great-Worldwide-Star-Count" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Music on Main</b> this evening in downtown Mooresville at 6:30pm. <a href="http://ci.mooresville.nc.us/497/Music-on-Main" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Charlotte Nature Museum and the Amateur Astronomy Club host a <b>Star Party</b> this evening at 7:30 at the amphitheater at Freedom Park. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/198/The-Great-Worldwide-Star-Count-Star-Party" target="_blank">More info...</a> </li>
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<strong>Saturday, October 3</strong><br />
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<li>Lace up your shoes for the <b>Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure</b> this morning at Marshall Park in uptown Charlotte. <a href="http://komencharlotte.org/komen-race-for-the-cure/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Christ Episcopal Church hosts their <b>Fall Festival</b> today, 10am-1pm. Buy advance tickets for a discounted price. <a href="http://www.christchurchcharlotte.org/su-event/317394602/fall-festival/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Check out the Schiele Museum's <b>Meet the Curators </b>event today, 10am-3pm. Get a chance to see some rarely displayed items from the museum's collection. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php?m=10&y=2015" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Today is <b>Fossil Day</b> at Discovery Place Uptown. Enjoy seeing, learning about and creating your own fossils.<a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/116/Fossil-Day" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Hola! Charlotte</b>, the official Hispanic Heritage Festival of Charlotte happens today in uptown Charlotte. <a href="http://holacharlottefestival.com/index.html" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Wise Acres Organic Farm hosts their <b>Fall Festival</b> today in Indian Trail. 10am-5pm. <a href="http://wiseacresorganic.com/events/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Enjoy <b>Fall Frolic Weekends </b>at the Anne Springs Close Greenway today and tomorrow (and weekends through November 1). <a href="http://www.ascgreenway.org/events/detail/fall-frolic-weekends-in-october-1" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The <b>Amazing Maize Maze</b> opens today at Historic Rural Hill. Please note that there are some schedule changes this year due to the summer drought. <a href="http://www.ruralhill.net/AmazingMaizeMaze.asp" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> <b>Slime Time</b></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> today at 11am and 2pm. </span><a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/207/Slime-Time-Saturday" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lakeshore Learning hosts their <strong>Free Crafts For Kids</strong> today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a <i>Firefighters Hat.</i> <a href="http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m" target="_blank">More info.</a></span></li>
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<strong>Sunday, October 4</strong></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Don't miss the <b>Great Pumpkin Fest</b> today (and weekends through November 1) at Carowinds. <a href="https://www.carowinds.com/fall-festival/things-to-do/the-great-pumpkin-fest" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy an afternoon at the Charlotte Nature Museum during their <b>Tremendous Trees </b>event today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/191/Finding-Nemo" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Today is <b>Celebration Sunday </b> at the Mint Museum uptown. Celebrate their anniversary with special activities 1-5pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/854/fifth-anniversary-community-celebration-and-viewing-of-thicket-by-tom-joyce/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about <b>Slime Time</b> today at 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/641/Slime-Time-Sunday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>If you have middle school girls, check out <b>Girl Talk - My Emotions</b> this afternoon at 5pm at The W Place in Huntersville. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1020289914688355/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Monday, October 5</strong></span><br />
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<li>Ages 3 to 6 are invited to the Reedy Creek Nature Center at 10am for <b>Budding Adventures</b>. Please register. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/budding-adventures/23467" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Pack the stroller and your littlest one (ages 0 to 3) and head for a hike during <b>Babes in the Woods</b> at the McDowell Nature Center at 1:30pm. Please register. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/babes-in-the-woods/23586" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Elementary ages are invited to the Plaza Midwood library today 4:30-6:30pm for <b style="font-style: italic;">"Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library". </b><a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=205337&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a><br /></li>
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<li>October 9-18: <a href="http://www.matthewsplayhouse.com/index.php/shows/upcoming-shows/mainstage-productions/james-the-giant-peach">James & the Giant Peach</a> @ Matthews Playhouse</li>
<li>October 10: <a href="http://events.carolinashealthcarefoundation.org/site/TR/Hopebuilders5K/CHF2011?sid=1520&type=fr_informational&pg=informational&fr_id=1560#.VgWKu99Vikp">Hopebuilders 5K & Stroller Roller 5K</a> @ Carolinas Medical Center</li>
<li>October 10: <a href="http://blumenthalartsblog.org/2015/09/16/street-jam-free-festival-at-spirit-square-celebrates-hip-hop-and-breakin-convention/">Street Jam</a> @ Uptown Charlotte</li>
<li>October 10 & 11: <a href="http://www.jeffgordonchildrensfoundation.org/site/c.5oIDJRPyGfISF/b.9309249/k.CA30/Events.htm">The American Girl Fashion Show</a> @ The Ritz-Carlton</li>
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Hard to believe, but it is indeed Pumpkin Patch Time. The weather is cooling down (hopefully for good this time), so that means it's time for the traditional visit to the pumpkin patch. Lots of patches to choose from, but two of our favorites are <b><a href="http://hodgesfarmnc.com/" target="_blank">Hodges Family Farm</a></b> and <b><a href="http://www.hallfamilyfarm.com/" target="_blank">Hall Family Farm</a></b>. Both open for the season this weekend...check them out!<br />
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<b>Monday, September 21</b><br />
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<li>Ages 3 to 6 are invited to the Reedy Creek Nature Center for <b>Budding Adventures</b> today at 10am. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/budding-adventures/22168" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Spanish Now!</b> for ages 3 to 5 at the Independence library today at 11:30am. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=203644&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Scaleybark library hosts <b>Spanish Now!</b> for ages 7 to 11 this evening at 6pm. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=204368&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Learn all about <b>Coyotes in the Piedmont</b> this evening at 6pm at the Steel Creek library. Please register. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=203446&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Tuesday, September 22</strong></span><br />
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<li><b style="font-family: inherit;">Toddler Tuesdays</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> are back at Sea Life Aquarium today (and every Tuesday), </span><a href="https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/news-and-events/" style="font-family: inherit;">More info...</a></li>
<li>Enjoy live music by <i>LS Brown</i> today in Romare Bearden Park during their <b>Music Box Lunch Series </b>today, 12-1:30pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Parks/ParksByRegion/CentralRegion/Documents/Music%20Box%20Lunch%20flyer.pdf" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>If you homeschool, check out <b>Homeschool: Cycles of Nature</b> this afternoon at 1:30 at the Reedy Creek Nature Center. Please register. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/homeschool-cycles-of-nature/22910" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>No School for CMS - Teacher Workday!</b></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for <b>FREE Music</b> on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/6th-north-tryon-programming/?utm_source=WhatCounts+Publicaster+Edition&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FYC+Weekly+June+26+-+July+2&utm_content=6th+N.+Tryon" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss the Charlotte Nature Museum's <b>Wild Wednesday: Burrow Borrowers</b> today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/195/Wild-Wednesday-Burrow-Borrowers">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer <strong>FREE Admission</strong> today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/401/free-wednesday-evenings-6" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Thursday, September 24</strong></span></div>
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<li>This is the perfect time of year for some outdoor live music. <b>Sunset at the Metropolitan</b> continues tonight at 5:30pm with music from <i>The Gardiner Sisters</i>. <a href="http://www.metropolitanclt.com/event/sunset-at-metropolitan-fall-2015/2145460691" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>USNWC's <b>River Jam</b> wraps up tonight with FREE live music by <i>Samantha Fish</i>. A great way to get outside and have fun with the whole family. <a href="http://usnwc.org/category/riverjam/">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Anne Springs Close Greenway is the place to be this evening for their <b>Thursday's Escape Outdoors</b>. Live music, food trucks and more. <a href="http://www.ascgreenway.org/events/detail/thursdays-escape-outdoors-caleb-davis" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Friday, September 25</strong></span><br />
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<li>Ages 2 to 5 are invited to the McDowell Nature Center today at 11am for <b>Preschool Explorer Series: Spinning Spiders</b>. Please register. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/preschool-explorers-spinning-spiders/22892" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to Spencer for a <b>Day Out with Thomas the Train</b> at the NC Transportation Museum. This weekend and next. <a href="http://nctrans.org/Events/Day-Out-With-Thomas-(6).aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Enjoy live music by <i>Joe Lindsay</i> today in Romare Bearden Park during their <b>Music Box Lunch Series </b>today, 12-1:30pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Parks/ParksByRegion/CentralRegion/Documents/Music%20Box%20Lunch%20flyer.pdf" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Festival in the Park</b> begins today and continues through Sunday at Freedom Park. <a href="http://www.festivalinthepark.org/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss the <b>Bug Ball</b> this evening beginning at 5:30pm at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/bug-ball-2015/?instance_id=2563" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 7 and up are invited to the Reedy Creek Nature Center at 4:30 for a <b>Nature Scavenger Hunt</b>. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/nature-scavenger-hunt/22351" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Anne Springs Close Greenway celebrates <b>Take a Child Outside Initiative</b> this evening at 7pm with games, hikes, campfires and more. <a href="http://www.ascgreenway.org/events/detail/take-a-child-outside-initiative" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Saturday, September 26</strong><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lace up your shoes for the <b>Isabella Santos 5K & 10K for Cancer</b> at Ballantyne Corporate Park. <a href="http://5kforkidscancer.racesonline.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Don't miss <b>Smithsonian Magazine's Museum Day</b> with FREE admission to many area museums! <a href="http://www.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/venues/?state=NC&zip_code=&name=" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Discovery Place, Discovery Place Kids and The Charlotte Nature Museum host the final <b>Educator Saturdays in September</b> with FREE admission for educators (plus 1 guest). <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/323/Educator-Saturdays-in-September">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Historic Brattonsville is the place to be today for the <b>Piedmont Pottery Festival</b>. 10am-4pm. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1766/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Wise Acres Organic Farm hosts their <b>Fall Festival</b> today in Indian Trail. 10am-5pm. <a href="http://wiseacresorganic.com/events/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The York County Museum is celebrating <b>Take a Child Outside Week</b> with special activities today 10am-2pm. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1854/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Charlotte Nature Museum hosts a <b>Guided Nature Walk</b> this morning at 10:15am. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/170/Guided-Nature-Walk">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> <b>Farmers</b></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> today at 11am and 2pm. </span><a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/638/Farmers-Saturday" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lakeshore Learning hosts their <strong>Free Crafts For Kids</strong> today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a <i>Welcome Autumn! Crown.</i> <a href="http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m" target="_blank">More info.</a></span></li>
<li>Discovery Place hosts their FREE <b>Innovate 301: Upcycled Masks </b>program today noon until 5pm. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/401/Innovate-301-Upcycled-Masks" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Today is <b>Rocktoberfest</b> presented by the Charlotte Curling Association. 12-4pm. <a href="https://charlottecurling.com/index.php/events-and-leagues/rocktoberfest" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Celebrate <b>Johnny Appleseed's Birthday</b> today at 1pm at Discovery Place Kids. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/640/Johnny-Appleseeds-Birthday">More info...</a></li>
<li>The McCelvey Center hosts <b>Grand Ole McCelvey: </b><i style="font-weight: bold;">The Hinson Girls</i> this evening, 7-9pm. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1858/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy an afternoon at the Charlotte Nature Museum during their <b>Finding Nemo </b>event today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/191/Finding-Nemo" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Today is <b>Reptile & Amphibian Day</b> at the Schiele Museum of Natural History. 1-5pm. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Also at the Schiele...<b>18th Century Farm Program: Magots, Rants & Giggs</b> this afternoon, 1-5pm. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about <b>Farmers</b> today at 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/639/Farmers-Sunday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss the <b>Lunar Eclipse & Star Party</b> this evening at 8:30pm at the top of the parking deck at Discovery Place. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/211/Lunar-Eclipse-and-Star-Party" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Monday, September 28</strong></span><br />
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<li>Ages 3 to 6 are invited to the Reedy Creek Nature Center at 10am for <b>Nature Story Corner</b>. Please register. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/nature-story-corner/22174" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the Independence library for <b>Rookie Science for Preschoolers</b> this morning at 11:30am. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=203651&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>It's <b>Freedom to Read Week</b>. Celebrate at the Myers Park library this evening with a screening of <i>James and the Giant Peach </i>at 6:15pm. Please register. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=205049&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<li>September 30-October 4: <a href="http://www.timewarnercablearena.com/timewarner/disney-on-ice-100-years-of-magic-sept-30-oct-4-2015/">Disney on Ice</a> @ TWC Arena</li>
<li>October 1: <a href="http://www.charlotteradiology.com/pink-pint-night.cfm" target="_blank">Pink Pint Night </a>@ NoDa Brewing</li>
<li>October 3: <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/116/Fossil-Day" target="_blank">Fossil Day</a> @ Discovery Place</li>
<li>October 3-November 1: <a href="http://www.ascgreenway.org/events/detail/fall-frolic-weekends-in-october-1" target="_blank">Fall Frolic Weekends</a> @ ASC Greenway</li>
<li>October 4: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thewplace" target="_blank">Girl Talk</a> (for middle school girls) @ The W Place</li>
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The <b><a href="http://charlottewarehousesale.com/" target="_blank">Charlotte Warehouse Sale</a></b> returns this week. The sale begins on the 16th and runs through the 20th. Don't miss out on great deals on NEW women's clothing, shoes and accessories. ONE lucky QCB reader will win a $50 gift certificate for the sale. You can enter through Tuesday at noon on our <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/QueenCityBuzz" target="_blank">Facebook Page</a></b>.<br />
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<b>Monday, September 14</b><br />
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<li>Ages 3 to 6 are invited to the Reedy Creek Nature Center this morning at 10am for <b>Nature Story Corner</b>. Please register. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/nature-story-corner/22173" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The <b>Cabarrus County Fair</b> happens this week...nothing beats a great county fair. <a href="https://www.cabarruscounty.us/government/departments/Fair/Pages/default.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The South County library hosts <b>Creative Journaling </b>this afternoon at 4:30pm for ages 9 to 12. Please register. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=204309&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 7 to 11 are invited to participate in <b>Spanish Now!</b> this evening at 6pm at the Scaleybark library. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=204367&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Tuesday, September 15</strong></span><br />
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<li><b style="font-family: inherit;">Toddler Tuesdays</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> are back at Sea Life Aquarium today (and every Tuesday), </span><a href="https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/news-and-events/" style="font-family: inherit;">More info...</a></li>
<li>Did you know that today was <b>Hat Day</b>? Celebrate with special activities today, 10am-2pm at Imaginon. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=203893&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Enjoy live music by <i>Walter Phillips</i> today in Romare Bearden Park during their <b>Music Box Lunch Series </b>today, 12-1:30pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Parks/ParksByRegion/CentralRegion/Documents/Music%20Box%20Lunch%20flyer.pdf" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the Mountain Island library at 4:30 for <b>Creating with Books: Paint without Brushes</b>. For elementary ages. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=197600&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for <b>FREE Music</b> on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/6th-north-tryon-programming/?utm_source=WhatCounts+Publicaster+Edition&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FYC+Weekly+June+26+-+July+2&utm_content=6th+N.+Tryon" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss the Charlotte Nature Museum's <b>Wild Wednesday: Lovely Lichen</b> today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/192/Wild-Wednesday-Lovely-Lichen">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer <strong>FREE Admission</strong> today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/401/free-wednesday-evenings-6" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Symphony on Tap</b>, a FREE performance by the Charlotte Symphony at Belk Theater Plaza. <a href="http://www.charlottesymphony.org/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Party in the Park</b> wraps up it's 2015 season at Romare Bearden Park. Tonight hear music from <i>The Spongtones</i><b>. </b>6-9pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Parks/ParksByRegion/CentralRegion/Documents/Party%20in%20the%20Park%20Flyer.pdf" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Thursday, September 17</strong></span></div>
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<li>Today is <b>Queso Palooza</b>. Enjoy a FREE cup of queso today at area Moe's Southwest Grill locations. <a href="http://www.moes.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Elementary ages are invited to the University City library today at 4:30pm for <b>Afternoon Adventures: STEM</b>. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=200924&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>This is the perfect time of year for some outdoor live music. <b>Sunset at the Metropolitan</b> kicks off tonight at 5:30pm. <a href="http://www.metropolitanclt.com/event/sunset-at-metropolitan-fall-2015/2145460691" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>USNWC's <b>River Jam</b> continues with FREE live music every Thursday and Saturday evening. A great way to get outside and have fun with the whole family. <a href="http://usnwc.org/category/riverjam/">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Friday, September 18</strong></span><br />
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<li>Don't miss the <b>Southern Sauce: Beer, Barbeque & Bands Festival</b> today and tomorrow at Romare Bearden Park. <a href="http://www.southernsauceclt.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Enjoy live music by <i>Natty Boh</i> today in Romare Bearden Park during their <b>Music Box Lunch Series </b>today, 12-1:30pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Parks/ParksByRegion/CentralRegion/Documents/Music%20Box%20Lunch%20flyer.pdf" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Book the sitter and plan a date night for <b>Science on the Rocks: 80s Night</b> this evening beginning at 5pm. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/399/Science-on-the-Rocks-80s-Night" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Saturday, September 19</strong><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lace up your shoes for the </span><b style="font-family: inherit;">Rock & Read 5K</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> this morning, </span>benefiting<span style="font-family: inherit;"> the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Libraries. <a href="http://www.rockandread5k.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Today is <b>Talk Like a Pirate Day</b> at Krispy Kreme Doughnuts. TALK like a pirate and get a FREE glazed doughnut. DRESS like a pirate and get a FREE dozen! <a href="https://www.facebook.com/KrispyKreme" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Discovery Place, Discovery Place Kids and The Charlotte Nature Museum host <b>Educator Saturdays in September</b> with FREE admission for educators (plus 1 guest). <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/323/Educator-Saturdays-in-September">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss the Arts & Science Council's <b>Connect with Culture Day</b>. LOTS of special events and performances all around the Queen City today. <a href="http://artsandscience.org/component/content/article/385" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Charlotte Nature Museum hosts one of their Creature Features today. <b>Survive!</b>, all about human survival is today 10am-1pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/141/Survive">More info...</a></li>
<li>It's <b>Nickelodeon's Worldwide Day of Play</b>. Celebrate at the Main Street Children's Museum, 10am-3pm. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1847/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> <b>Police Officers</b></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> today at 11am and 2pm. </span><a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/151/Police-Officers-Saturday" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lakeshore Learning hosts their <strong>Free Crafts For Kids</strong> today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a <i>Great Catch! Game.</i> <a href="http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m" target="_blank">More info.</a></span></li>
<li>Sharon Presbyterian Church hosts their <b>Fall-ish Festival</b> this afternoon, 4-7pm. FREE admission. <a href="http://www.sharonpcusa.org/special_events" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Sunday, September 20</strong></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy an afternoon at the Charlotte Nature Museum during their <b>Fabulous Fungus </b>event today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/190/Fabulous-Fungus" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about <b>Police Officers</b> today at 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/637/Police-Officers-Sunday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Ages 3 and up are invited to the Latta Plantation Nature Center to make <b>Nature Crafts</b> this afternoon at 2pm. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/nature-crafts/23070" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 5 and up are invited for a <b>Senses Scavenger Hunt</b> this afternoon at 3pm at the McDowell Nature Center. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/senses-scavenger-hunt/22834" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>And ages 8 to 12 are invited to experience some outdoor adventure on a <b>Sierra Loop Trail Hike</b> at the Reedy Creek Nature Center at 3:30pm. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/sierra-loop-trail-hike/22176" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss the final <b>Concerts on the Green </b>in Davidson this evening, 6-8pm. Music from the Davidson Symphony & Jazz Ensemble.<a href="http://www.concertsonthegreen.com/schedule.htm" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Monday, September 21</strong></span><br />
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<li>Ages 3 to 6 are invited to the Reedy Creek Nature Center for <b>Budding Adventures</b> today at 10am. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/budding-adventures/22168" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Spanish Now!</b> for ages 3 to 5 at the Independence library today at 11:30am. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=203644&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Scaleybark library hosts <b>Spanish Now!</b> for ages 7 to 11 this evening at 6pm. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=204368&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Learn all about <b>Coyotes in the Piedmont</b> this evening at 6pm at the Steel Creek library. Please register. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=203446&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a><br /></li>
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<li>September 25: <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/bug-ball-2015/?instance_id=2563">Bug Ball</a> @ Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden</li>
<li>September 25-27: <a href="http://www.festivalinthepark.org/">Festival in the Park</a> @ Freedom Park</li>
<li>September 26: <a href="http://5kforkidscancer.racesonline.com/">Isabella Santos 5K & 10K for Kids Cancer</a> @ Ballantyne Corporate Park</li>
<li>September 30-October 4: <a href="http://www.timewarnercablearena.com/timewarner/disney-on-ice-100-years-of-magic-sept-30-oct-4-2015/">Disney on Ice</a> @ TWC Arena</li>
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If you do nothing cultural in the Queen City for the rest of the year, at least make it a point to go to the <b><a href="http://yiasoufestival.org/" target="_blank">Yiasou Greek Festival</a></b> this week. This is a staple of Charlotte's fall calendar, and an absolute favorite and MUST DO for my family. The food is amazing. There ares ride for the kids, Greek dancing, cultural lectures, art and artifact displays, and of course tours of the stunning Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral. Carve time out of your calendar this week for this event...you won't regret it.<br />
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Also, check out <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/QueenCityBuzz" target="_blank">Facebook Page </a></b>starting Tuesday for a GIVEAWAY from <b><a href="http://charlottewarehousesale.com/" target="_blank">Charlotte Warehouse Sale</a></b>!<br />
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<b>Monday, September 7</b><br />
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<li>Cool off with a trip the <b>Spraygrounds</b> for one last day. Open daily 10am-8pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Facilities/Pages/Spraygrounds.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<li>Today is <b>Yard Art Day</b> in Charlotte. Don't miss your chance to see and/or create some yard art today. <a href="http://www.yardartday.org/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss the <b>Charlotte Labor Day Parade 2015</b> stepping off this morning at 11am in uptown Charlotte. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1481071155549541/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Lots of FREE programs today at the <b>Schiele Museum of Natural History</b>. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Families are invited to the McDowell Nature Center today to take part in the <b>Amazing Nature Race</b> at 1:30pm. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/the-amazing-nature-race/22829" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Tuesday, September 8</strong></span><br />
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<li><b style="font-family: inherit;">Discovery Place</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> and <b>The Charlotte Nature Museum </b>are closed today through Friday for annual maintenance. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><b style="font-family: inherit;">Toddler Tuesdays</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> are back at Sea Life Aquarium today (and every Tuesday), </span><a href="https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/news-and-events/" style="font-family: inherit;">More info...</a></li>
<li>Enjoy live music by <i>JMS Jazz Trio</i> today in Romare Bearden Park during their <b>Music Box Lunch Series </b>today, 12-1:30pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Parks/ParksByRegion/CentralRegion/Documents/Music%20Box%20Lunch%20flyer.pdf" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>This afternoon is a <b>FREE Tuesday </b>sponsored by Duke Energy at the Schiele Museum. 4-8pm. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Wednesday, September 9</b></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for <b>FREE Music</b> on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/6th-north-tryon-programming/?utm_source=WhatCounts+Publicaster+Edition&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FYC+Weekly+June+26+-+July+2&utm_content=6th+N.+Tryon" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer <strong>FREE Admission</strong> today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/401/free-wednesday-evenings-6" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><b>Party in the Park</b> continues for a couple more weeks at Romare Bearden Park. Tonight hear music from <i>The Extraordinaires</i><b>. </b>6-9pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Parks/ParksByRegion/CentralRegion/Documents/Party%20in%20the%20Park%20Flyer.pdf" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Thursday, September 10</strong></span></div>
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<li>Ages 2 to 5 are invited to the McDowell Nature Center at 11am for <b>Preschool Explorers: Bear Necessities</b>. Please register. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/preschool-explorers-bear-necessities/22885" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral for their <b>Yiasou Greek Festival </b>today though Sunday. <a href="http://yiasoufestival.org/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 4 to 6 are invited to the Latta Plantation Nature Center to be a part of their <b>Muddy Boots Club</b> at 1pm. Please register. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/muddy-boots-club-ages-4-6/23044" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>USNWC's <b>River Jam</b> continues with FREE live music every Thursday and Saturday evening. A great way to get outside and have fun with the whole family. <a href="http://usnwc.org/category/riverjam/">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 5 and up are invited to the McDowell Nature Center this evening at 6pm for a <b>Family Campfire & Hike</b>. Please register. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/family-campfire-and-hike/22841" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Friday, September 11</strong></span><br />
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<li>Ages 8 and up are invited to be <b>Reedy Creek Garden Stewards</b> this morning at 9am at the Reedy Creek Nature Center. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/reedy-creek-garden-stewards/22169" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Enjoy live music by <i>Andrew Simmerman</i> today in Romare Bearden Park during their <b>Music Box Lunch Series </b>today, 12-1:30pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Parks/ParksByRegion/CentralRegion/Documents/Music%20Box%20Lunch%20flyer.pdf" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 7 to 12 are invited to the Reedy Creek Nature Center this evening at 6pm for their <b>Nature Game Night</b>. Please register. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/nature-game-night/22170" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Saturday, September 12</strong><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Discovery Place, Discovery Place Kids and The Charlotte Nature Museum host <b>Educator Saturdays in September</b> with FREE admission for educators (plus 1 guest). <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/323/Educator-Saturdays-in-September">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Experience the journey of African Americans from enslavement to today during <b>By the Sweat of Our Brows</b> at Historic Brattonsville. 10am-4pm. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1765/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Today is <b>Magna Carta Day</b> at the Charlotte Museum of History with family friendly events beginning at 10am. <a href="http://www.charlottemuseum.org/events.asp" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> <b>Firefighters</b></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> today at 11am and 2pm. </span><a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/636/Firefighters-Saturday" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss the <b>21st Annual Festival of India</b> today and tomorrow at the Blumenthal Center for Performing Arts. <a href="http://indiafestival.iacofcarolinas.org/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lakeshore Learning hosts their <strong>Free Crafts For Kids</strong> today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a <i>What a Hoot! Owl.</i> <a href="http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m" target="_blank">More info.</a></span></li>
<li>Discovery Place hosts <b>Innovate 301: Intro to 3D Printing</b> today at noon. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/400/Innovate-301-Intro-to-3D-Printing" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss the fun of <b>Envirocaching</b> this afternoon at 1pm at the Charlotte Nature Museum. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/169/Envirocaching" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Sunday, September 13</strong></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Don't miss the <b>Monthly Bird Walk</b> this morning at 8am at the Charlotte Nature Museum. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/168/Monthly-Bird-Walk" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy an afternoon at the Charlotte Nature Museum during their When Pigs Fly<b> </b>event today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/189/When-Pigs-Fly" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>The Mint Museum Uptown hosts <b>Sunday Fun Day: This Land is Our Land</b> this afternoon, 1-4pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/807/sunday-fun-day-this-land-is-our-land/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Celebrate <b>Grandparents Day</b> this afternoon, 1-5pm, at the Main Street Children's Museum. Grandparents get in FREE. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1846/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about <b>Firefighters</b> today at 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/152/Firefighters-Sunday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Use playdough to learn about electricity this afternoon at 2pm at the Schiele Museum during <b>Squishy Circuits</b>. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Monday, September 14</strong></span><br />
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<li>Ages 3 to 6 are invited to the Reedy Creek Nature Center this morning at 10am for <b>Nature Story Corner</b>. Please register. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/nature-story-corner/22173" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The South County library hosts <b>Creative Journaling </b>this afternoon at 4:30pm for ages 9 to 12. Please register. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=204309&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 7 to 11 are invited to participate in <b>Spanish Now!</b> this evening at 6pm at the Scaleybark library. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=204367&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<li>September 19: <a href="http://www.rockandread5k.com/">Rock & Read 5K</a> @ Plaza Midwood Library </li>
<li>September 25: <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/bug-ball-2015/?instance_id=2563">Bug Ball</a> @ Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden</li>
<li>September 25-27: <a href="http://www.festivalinthepark.org/">Festival in the Park</a> @ Freedom Park</li>
<li>September 26: <a href="http://5kforkidscancer.racesonline.com/">Isabella Santos 5K & 10K for Kids Cancer</a> @ Ballantyne Corporate Park</li>
<li>September 30-October 4: <a href="http://www.timewarnercablearena.com/timewarner/disney-on-ice-100-years-of-magic-sept-30-oct-4-2015/">Disney on Ice</a> @ TWC Arena</li>
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<b>So here we are...about to jump into a new month. How can is possibly be SEPTEMBER? Labor Day is coming up. One more weekend to soak up the summer fun. To all of you "preschools that start after Labor Day" mamas, you are ALMOST THERE. One more week to be the circus ringmaster, camp counselor extraordinaire, and creator of mundane=fabulous. You got this!! Make it a great week everyone.</b><br />
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<b>Blessings,</b><br />
<b>The Buzz</b><br />
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<b>Monday, August 31</b><br />
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<li>Cool off with a trip the <b>Spraygrounds</b> for one last week. Open daily 10am-8pm through Labor Day. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Facilities/Pages/Spraygrounds.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Enjoy <b>Nature Story Corner</b> this morning at the Reedy Creek Nature Center at 10am. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/nature-story-corner/20604" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Have a little one with special needs or developmental delays? Head to the Mint Hill library for <b>Sensory Storytime</b> today at 11:15am. Please register. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=198703&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the University City library this evening at 6:45 for their <b>Paws to Read </b>program. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=195383&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Tuesday, September 1</strong></span><br />
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<li><b style="font-family: inherit;">Toddler Tuesdays</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> are back at Sea Life Aquarium today (and every Tuesday), </span><a href="https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/news-and-events/" style="font-family: inherit;">More info...</a></li>
<li>Meet <b>Dakota & Friends</b> today at Imaginon. 11:30am-3pm. "Real" dinosaurs for your little ones to enjoy. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=201747&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Enjoy live music by <i>Sandy Herrault</i> today in Romare Bearden Park during their <b>Music Box Lunch Series </b>today, 12-1:30pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Parks/ParksByRegion/CentralRegion/Documents/Music%20Box%20Lunch%20flyer.pdf" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Mint Hill library is back with their <b>American Girl Bookclub</b> this afternoon at 4pm. Please register. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=199927&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Tired of cooking? Head to Tupelo Honey for supper where <b>Kids Eat FREE</b> after 4pm, now through Labor Day. <a href="http://tupelohoneycafe.com/kids-eat-free/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Wednesday, September 2</b></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Imaginon hosts <b>Bilingual Storytime</b> this morning at 11:30am. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=203572&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for <b>FREE Music</b> on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/6th-north-tryon-programming/?utm_source=WhatCounts+Publicaster+Edition&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FYC+Weekly+June+26+-+July+2&utm_content=6th+N.+Tryon" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Wild Wednesday: Backyard Pollinators</b> this afternoon at 12:30pm at the Charlotte Nature Museum. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/193/Wild-Wednesday-Backyard-Pollinators" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Check out the NEW LEGO Store in Southpark Mall and take part in their <b>Monthly Mini Build</b> this afternoon. Please register. <a href="http://shop.lego.com/en-US/minibuild-registration#shopxlink" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer <strong>FREE Admission</strong> today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/401/free-wednesday-evenings-6" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>The Charlotte Nature Museum presents <b>Wisdom of the Woods: Raptor Rapture</b> this evening at 7pm in partnership with the Carolina Raptor Center. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/182/Wisdom-of-the-Woods-Raptor-Rapture" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Knights vs. Durham Bulls </b><a href="http://www.milb.com/schedule/index.jsp?sid=t494&m=9&y=2015" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Thursday, September 3</strong></span></div>
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<li>The Beatties Ford Road library brings back their <b>Magic Treehouse Bookclub</b> this afternoon at 5pm. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=190199&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>USNWC's <b>River Jam</b> continues with FREE live music every Thursday and Saturday evening. A great way to get outside and have fun with the whole family. <a href="http://usnwc.org/category/riverjam/">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Knights vs. Durham Bulls </b><a href="http://www.milb.com/schedule/index.jsp?sid=t494&m=9&y=2015" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Friday, September 4</strong></span><br />
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<li>Lace up your shoes for the <b>Heart of a Warrior 5K </b>this morning at McAlpine Creek Park. <a href="http://racesonline.com/events/heart-of-a-warrior-5k?utm_campaign=calendar_widget&utm_content=event_link&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=Charlotte+Running+Club+-+Calendar" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss the final week of Imaginon's hands on exhibit. <b>Adventures with </b><i style="font-weight: bold;">Clifford the Big Red Dog</i> will be here until tomorrow. <a href="http://www.imaginon.org/Programs_&_Events/clifford.asp">More info...</a><a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/167/Great-Sunflower-Project">.</a></li>
<li>Enjoy live music by <i>Casey Clark</i> today in Romare Bearden Park during their <b>Music Box Lunch Series </b>today, 12-1:30pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Parks/ParksByRegion/CentralRegion/Documents/Music%20Box%20Lunch%20flyer.pdf" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the Charlotte Nature Museum this afternoon at 1pm for <b>Citizen Science Friday: Hawk Watch</b>. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/197/Citizen-Science-Friday-Hawk-Watch" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss the <b>Matthews Alive</b> festival this weekend. The fun begins this evening and continues through Monday. <a href="http://www.matthewsalive.org/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Gaston County Museum hosts their <b>Blues Out Back Series</b> this evening with music by <i>Pat "Mother Blues" Cohen & Band</i>. <a href="http://www.gastoncountymuseum.org/Calendar.asp" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Knights vs. Durham Bulls (final home game) </b><a href="http://www.milb.com/schedule/index.jsp?sid=t494&m=9&y=2015" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Saturday, September 5</strong><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Discovery Place, Discovery Place Kids and The Charlotte Nature Museum host <b>Educator Saturdays in September</b> with FREE admission for educators (plus 1 guest). <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/323/Educator-Saturdays-in-September">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> <b>Construction Workers</b></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> today at 11am and 2pm. </span><a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/634/Construction-Workers-Saturday" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lakeshore Learning hosts their <strong>Free Crafts For Kids</strong> today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a <i>My Desk Nameplate Easel.</i> <a href="http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m" target="_blank">More info.</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss the <b>3rd Annual Bearden Bash</b> today at Romare Bearden Park. 12-9pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Parks/ParksByRegion/CentralRegion/Pages/Romare-Bearden-Park.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>FREE live music this afternoon at 2pm in conjunction with Discovery Place's <b>Guitar</b> exhibit. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/" target="_blank">More info...</a><a href="http://www.kannapolisnc.gov/city-government/departments/parks-recreation/summer-entertainment-series/">.</a></li>
<li>Imaginon hosts <b>Story Explorers: <i>Jumanji</i> </b>this afternoon at 2pm for elementary ages. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=203589&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Carowinds brings back their <b>Nights of Fire</b> fireworks show tonight and tomorrow night (weather permitting). <a href="https://www.carowinds.com/things-to-do/special-events" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Sunday, September 6</strong></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Don't miss the US National Whitewater Center's <b>Labor Day Celebration</b> happening all day today. <a href="http://usnwc.org/relax/festivals/labor-day-celebration/" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy an afternoon at the Charlotte Nature Museum during their <b>Bees, Please </b>event today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/133/Bees-Please" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about <b>Construction Workers</b> today at 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/635/Construction-Workers-Sunday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Lace up your shoes for the <b>Growler Gallop 5K</b> this afternoon at 4pm at Olde Mecklenburg Brewery. <a href="http://triviumracing.com/event/growler-gallop-charlotte/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Davidson hosts the sounds of <i>Backbeat</i>, a Beatles tribute band, during <b>Concerts on the Green</b> this evening, 6-8pm. <a href="http://www.concertsonthegreen.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Monday, September 7 - Labor Day</strong></span><br />
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<li><b>No School for CMS</b></li>
<li>Today is <b>Yard Art Day</b> in Charlotte. Don't miss your chance to see and/or create some yard art today. <a href="http://www.yardartday.org/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Families are invited to the McDowell Nature Center today to take part in the <b>Amazing Nature Race</b> at 1:30pm. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/the-amazing-nature-race/22829" target="_blank">More info...</a><br /></li>
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<strong><u><span style="font-family: inherit;">Save The Date:</span></u></strong><br />
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<li>September 10-13: <a href="http://yiasoufestival.org/">Yiasou Greek Festival</a> @ Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral</li>
<li>September 19: <a href="http://www.rockandread5k.com/">Rock & Read 5K</a> @ Plaza Midwood Library </li>
<li>September 25: <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/bug-ball-2015/?instance_id=2563">Bug Ball</a> @ Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden</li>
<li>September 25-27: <a href="http://www.festivalinthepark.org/">Festival in the Park</a> @ Freedom Park</li>
<li>September 26: <a href="http://5kforkidscancer.racesonline.com/">Isabella Santos 5K & 10K for Kids Cancer</a> @ Ballantyne Corporate Park</li>
<li>September 30-October 4: <a href="http://www.timewarnercablearena.com/timewarner/disney-on-ice-100-years-of-magic-sept-30-oct-4-2015/">Disney on Ice</a> @ TWC Arena</li>
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This is the 200th post for <b>The Queen City Buzz</b>. Hard to believe this blog has been bringing you the <i><b>Buzz</b></i> on kid and family friendly activities in the Charlotte area for almost FOUR years. I started this blog right as my twins turned 2, and tomorrow they begin Kindergarten...time sure does fly by. I hope you enjoy this weekly post. If you know of events that I should include, please let me know. This blog is for YOU, and I hope you continue to find it helpful. Have a great week!!<br />
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Blessings,<br />
The Buzz<br />
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P.S. Lots of <b><a href="http://www.thequeencitybuzz.blogspot.com/p/fallwinter-consignment-sales-2013.html" target="_blank">Consignment Sales</a> </b>this week!<br />
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<b>Monday, August 24</b><br />
<ul>
<li><b>CMS First Day of School...Good luck all!</b></li>
<li><b>Kids Bowl Free </b>wraps up this week at Ten Park Lanes...FREE bowling for kids every weekday through August 28. Please register. <a href="https://www.kidsbowlfree.com/center.php?alley_id=2599" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Cool off with a trip the <b>Spraygrounds</b> today. Open daily 10am-8pm through Labor Day. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Facilities/Pages/Spraygrounds.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The <b>For Every Season Consignment Sale</b> continues this week in Fort Mill...check the schedule as times vary each day. <a href="http://www.foreveryseason.net/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Reedy Creek Nature Center hosts <b>Budding Adventures</b> this morning at 10am for ages 3 to 6. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/budding-adventures/20626" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the McDowell Nature Center this morning at 10:30am for their <b>Creature Feature</b> event. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/mcdowell-s-creature-feature/20568" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
The Gaston County Museum presents a FREE program with the <b>Red Hill Country Dancers</b> Watch (and learn) some classical dances popular in the 1800s. <a href="http://www.gastoncountymuseum.org/Calendar.asp">More info...</a>
<li><b>Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinett Braves</b> <a href="http://www.milb.com/schedule/index.jsp?sid=t494" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Tuesday, August 25</strong></span><br />
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<li><b style="font-family: inherit;">Toddler Tuesdays</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> are back at Sea Life Aquarium today (and every Tuesday), </span><a href="https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/news-and-events/" style="font-family: inherit;">More info...</a></li>
<li>Looking for a way to "give back" with the kids? Check out Urban Ministry's <b>Operation Sandwich</b> and lend a hand to our homeless neighbors. <a href="http://www.urbanministrycenter.org/helping-the-homeless/operation-sandwich/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Today is <b>Homeschool Day</b> all long at Discovery Place. Discounted admission, preview of homeschool programming and more. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/197/Homeschool-Day" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Tired of cooking? Head to Tupelo Honey for supper where <b>Kids Eat FREE</b> after 4pm, now through Labor Day. <a href="http://tupelohoneycafe.com/kids-eat-free/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The <b>Sail Again Children's Consignment Sale</b> begins this evening with their charity pre-sale. Don't miss out. <a href="http://www.sailagainlkn.com/home.html" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinett Braves</b> <a href="http://www.milb.com/schedule/index.jsp?sid=t494" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Wednesday, August 26</b></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ages 2 to 4 are invited to the Latta Plantation Nature Center for their <b>Young Explorer Series</b> this morning at 10:15am. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/young-explorer-series/18487" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for <b>FREE Music</b> on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/6th-north-tryon-programming/?utm_source=WhatCounts+Publicaster+Edition&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FYC+Weekly+June+26+-+July+2&utm_content=6th+N.+Tryon" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Wild Wednesday: Unique Amphibian Senses</b> this afternoon at 12:30pm at the Charlotte Nature Museum. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/188/Wild-Wednesday-Unique-Amphibian-Senses" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer <strong>FREE Admission</strong> today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/401/free-wednesday-evenings-6" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><b>Party in the Park</b> puts on its final show tonight at Romare Bearden Park. FREE music by <i>North Tower Band</i> this evening, 6-9pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Parks/ParksByRegion/CentralRegion/Documents/Party%20in%20the%20Park%20Flyer.pdf">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinett Braves</b> <a href="http://www.milb.com/schedule/index.jsp?sid=t494" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Thursday, August 27</strong></span></div>
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<li>Don't miss the final <b>Garden Nights</b> tonight at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. Fun for the whole family. <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/garden-nights/?instance_id=2541" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>USNWC's <b>River Jam</b> continues with FREE live music every Thursday and Saturday evening. A great way to get outside and have fun with the whole family. <a href="http://usnwc.org/category/riverjam/">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the Morrison library this evening at 7pm to celebrate back to school with their <b>Family Storytime: Pajama Party</b>. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=203900&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Friday, August 28</strong></span><br />
<ul>
<li><b>TTB Kidz Consignment Sale</b> opens its doors this morning at 8am. Don't miss this HUGE sale. <a href="http://www.ttbkidz.com/index.html" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss Imaginon's newest exhibit. <b>Adventures with </b><i style="font-weight: bold;">Clifford the Big Red Dog</i> will be here until September 5th. <a href="http://www.imaginon.org/Programs_&_Events/clifford.asp">More info...</a><a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/167/Great-Sunflower-Project">.</a></li>
<li>The Latta Plantation Nature Center hosts a <b>Family Campfire</b> this evening, 6-8pm, complete with roasted marshmallows. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/family-campfire/18916" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Southpark wraps up their <b>Movies Under the Stars </b>series tonight with a screening of <i>Maleficent</i>. Don't miss the fun. <a href="http://www.simon.com/mall/southpark/stream/movies-under-the-stars-3515647" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to downtown Belmont for their <b>Friday Night LIVE Final</b>e<b> </b>featuring the sounds of <i>Hip Pocket</i>. <a href="http://www.cityofbelmont.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=8mlmYu74AiU%3d&tabid=114" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Saturday, August 29</strong><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">The <b>Kids Konsignment Sale</b> is happening today at the Harris YMCA beginning at 8am. <a href="http://www.ymcacharlotte.org/branches/harris/youthdev/childcare/kks.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Don't miss <b>Railroad Heritage Weekend </b>today and tomorrow at Tweetsie Railroad. <a href="http://tweetsie.com/special-events/heritage/">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Check out <b>The War of 1812: Pirate Day</b> today at the Museum of the Waxhaws. 10am-4pm. <a href="http://www.aairofcharlotte.com/?page_id=3464" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Imaginon is hosting the <b>Charlotte Food Allergy Symposium</b> this morning at 10am. Please register. <a href="http://www.aairofcharlotte.com/?page_id=3464" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> <b>Sensory Science</b></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> today at 11am and 2pm. </span><a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/632/Sensory-Science-Saturday" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Barnes & Noble - Morrison hosts <b><i>Little Blue Truck's Beep-Along</i> Storytime</b> this morning at 11am. <a href="http://stores.barnesandnoble.com/event/4869855-0" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Plaza Midwood library turns 20 today. Celebrate with them at their <b>Anniversary Celebration</b> beginning at 11am. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=200234&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lakeshore Learning hosts their <strong>Free Crafts For Kids</strong> today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a <i>Bug Buddy.</i> <a href="http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m" target="_blank">More info.</a></span></li>
<li>FREE live music today and every Saturday afternoon at 2pm in conjunction with Discovery Place's <b>Guitar</b> exhibit. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/" target="_blank">More info...</a><a href="http://www.kannapolisnc.gov/city-government/departments/parks-recreation/summer-entertainment-series/">.</a></li>
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<strong>Sunday, August 30</strong></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Cabela's hosts their <b>Fall Great Outdoor Days</b> today beginning at 11am with special events and activities. <a href="http://www.cabelas.com/stores/store_info.jsp?pageName=062" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy an afternoon at the Charlotte Nature Museum during their <b>Beautiful Butterflies </b>event today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/184/Beautiful-Butterflies" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about <b>Sensory Science</b> today at 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/633/Sensory-Science-Sunday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Monday, August 31</strong></span><br />
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<li>Enjoy <b>Nature Story Corner</b> this morning at the Reedy Creek Nature Center at 10am. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/nature-story-corner/20604" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the University City library this evening at 6:45 for their <b>Paws to Read </b>program. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=195383&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<li>September 10-13: <a data-mce-href="http://yiasoufestival.org/" href="http://yiasoufestival.org/" target="_blank">Yiasou Greek Festival</a> @ Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral</li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 24px;">September 19: </span><strong style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 24px;"><a data-mce-href="http://www.rockandread5k.com/" href="http://www.rockandread5k.com/" target="_blank">Rock & Read 5K</a></strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 24px;"> @ Plaza Midwood Library</span></li>
<li>September 26: <a data-mce-href="http://5kforkidscancer.racesonline.com/" href="http://5kforkidscancer.racesonline.com/">Isabella Santos 5K & 10K for Kids Cancer</a> @ Ballantyne Corporate Park</li>
<li>September 30-October 4: <a href="http://www.timewarnercablearena.com/timewarner/disney-on-ice-100-years-of-magic-sept-30-oct-4-2015/" target="_blank">Disney on Ice</a> @ TWC Arena</li>
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Ah Summer 2015...it was nice knowin' ya. It's almost time for backpacks and lunchboxes, bus rides and LOTS of paperwork. One last week (for 2 of my 3, with one back to the books on Tuesday) of "fun in the sun", pools, popsicles, and staying up past bedtime. Lots of ways to celebrate "The End" of summer this week in Charlotte (including <b><a href="https://www.carowinds.com/" target="_blank">Carowinds</a></b>...this is the last week that it's open during the week). Don't miss out.<br />
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<b>Monday, August 17</b><br />
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<li><b>Kids Bowl Free </b>continues for 2 more weeks at Ten Park Lanes...FREE bowling for kids every weekday through August 28. Please register. <a href="https://www.kidsbowlfree.com/center.php?alley_id=2599" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Cool off with a trip the <b>Spraygrounds</b> today. Open daily 10am-8pm through Labor Day. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Facilities/Pages/Spraygrounds.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Preschoolers are invited to Barnes & Noble at Carolina Place for <b>Marvelous Monday Storytime</b> this morning at 10:30am. <a href="http://stores.barnesandnoble.com/event/4816533-33" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Elementary ages are invited to the Cornelius library for <b>Afternoon Adventures: Local Heroes</b> this afternoon at 1pm. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=198825&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Tuesday, August 18</strong></span><br />
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<li><b style="font-family: inherit;">Toddler Tuesdays</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> are back at Sea Life Aquarium today (and every Tuesday), </span><a href="https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/news-and-events/" style="font-family: inherit;">More info...</a></li>
<li>Lots of <b>Family Storytimes</b> happening at area libraries today. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/programs/programListing.asp?ag=&dt=dr&ds=2015-8-18&de=2015-8-18&df=list&cn=0&private=0#Storytime" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Looking for a way to "give back" with the kids? Check out Urban Ministry's <b>Operation Sandwich</b> and lend a hand to our homeless neighbors. <a href="http://www.urbanministrycenter.org/helping-the-homeless/operation-sandwich/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to Kannapolis for the final <b>Gem Theatre's Summer Movie Camp</b> with $1 movies at 10am at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.gem-theatre.com/movie_camp.php">More info...</a></li>
<li>Tired of cooking? Head to Tupelo Honey for supper where <b>Kids Eat FREE</b> after 4pm, now through Labor Day. <a href="http://tupelohoneycafe.com/kids-eat-free/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Wednesday, August 19</b></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for <b>FREE Music</b> on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/6th-north-tryon-programming/?utm_source=WhatCounts+Publicaster+Edition&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FYC+Weekly+June+26+-+July+2&utm_content=6th+N.+Tryon" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Wild Wednesday: Really Diverse Reptile Senses</b> this afternoon at 12:30pm at the Charlotte Nature Museum. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/187/Wild-Wednesday-Really-Diverse-Reptile-Senses" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer <strong>FREE Admission</strong> today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/401/free-wednesday-evenings-6" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><b>Party in the Park</b> continues tonight at Romare Bearden Park. FREE music by <i>Jim Quick & Coastline</i> this evening, 6-9pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Parks/ParksByRegion/CentralRegion/Documents/Party%20in%20the%20Park%20Flyer.pdf">More info...</a></li>
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<li>Ages 8 and up are invited to the Latta Plantation Nature Center to <b>Explore Latta</b> today 9am-12pm. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/explore-latta/18534" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Enjoy <b>Garden Nights</b> tonight at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. Fun for the whole family.Child care offered tonight!! <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/garden-nights/?instance_id=2540" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 10 and up are invited to the Myers Park library this evening at 6pm for their <b>Superhero Showdown!</b> <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=199565&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>USNWC's <b>River Jam</b> continues with FREE live music every Thursday and Saturday evening. A great way to get outside and have fun with the whole family. <a href="http://usnwc.org/category/riverjam/">More info...</a></li>
<li>Downtown Concord is the place to be for their <b>Union Street LIVE Concert & Block Party</b>. <a href="http://www.concorddowntown.com/Events/EventDetails/TabId/171/ArtMID/628/ArticleID/35/Union-Street-Live-Concert-and-Block-Party.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Knights vs. Indianapolis Indians</b> <a href="http://www.milb.com/schedule/index.jsp?sid=t494" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Friday, August 21</strong></span><br />
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<li>Don't miss Imaginon's newest exhibit. <b>Adventures with </b><i style="font-weight: bold;">Clifford the Big Red Dog</i> will be here until September 5th. <a href="http://www.imaginon.org/Programs_&_Events/clifford.asp">More info...</a><a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/167/Great-Sunflower-Project">.</a></li>
<li>Book the sitter and plan a date night to <b>Science on the Rocks: Back to School</b> this evening at 5pm at Discovery Place. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/396/Science-on-the-Rocks-Back-to-School" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 5 to 15 are invited to the Naomi Drenan Rec Center for their <b>Back to School Bash</b>. 5:30-8:30pm. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/back-to-school-bash/22588" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Southpark continues their <b>Movies Under the Stars </b>series tonight with a screening of <i>Planes: Fire & Rescue</i>. Don't miss the fun. <a href="http://www.simon.com/mall/southpark/stream/movies-under-the-stars-3515647" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Knights vs. Indianapolis Indians</b> <a href="http://www.milb.com/schedule/index.jsp?sid=t494" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Saturday, August 22</strong><br />
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<li>Lace up your shoes for the <b>OrthoCarolina 10K Classic - Food Truck & Beer Fest</b> this morning in Elizabeth. <a href="http://www.orthocarolinaclassic.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Summerfest</b> happening 9am-5pm today in York, SC. Music, food, art, games and rides and more. <a href="http://www.yorksummerfest.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Do your kids ages 8 to 13 like to dance? The Charlotte Hornets are forming a kids dance team, <b>The Lil' Stingers,</b> and auditions are today. <a href="http://www.nba.com/hornets/2015-lil-stingers-auditions" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>There are LOTS of <b>Boy Scout Merit Badge Workshops</b> today at Discovery Place for ages 12-17. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> <b>Dressing for Success</b></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> today at 11am and 2pm. </span><a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/630/Dressing-for-Success-Saturday" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lakeshore Learning hosts their <strong>Free Crafts For Kids</strong> today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a <i>Summer Animal Antics! Paper Pal.</i> <a href="http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m" target="_blank">More info.</a></span></li>
<li>Discovery Place hosts <b>Innovate 301: Diddley Bow, The Original One-String Guitar</b> today 12-5pm and FREE. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/398/Innovate-301-Diddley-Bow-The-Original-One-String-Guitar" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>FREE live music today and every Saturday afternoon at 2pm in conjunction with Discovery Place's <b>Guitar</b> exhibit. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/" target="_blank">More info...</a><a href="http://www.kannapolisnc.gov/city-government/departments/parks-recreation/summer-entertainment-series/">.</a></li>
<li>Head to Freedom Park this evening for their <b>Freedom Jazz Series</b> today 5:30-8:30pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/news/Pages/Summer-Music-Series-Brings-Jazz-to-Freedom-Park.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Knights vs. Indianapolis Indians</b> <a href="http://www.milb.com/schedule/index.jsp?sid=t494" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Sunday, August 23</strong></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy an afternoon at the Charlotte Nature Museum during their <b>Amazing Snakes </b>event today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/183/Amazing-Snakes" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>The Schiele Museum is the place to be this afternoon to learn all about <b>The Tryon Resolves</b>. 1-5pm. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about <b>Dressing for Success</b> today at 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/631/Dressing-for-Success-Sunday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>The Reedy Creek Nature Center is hosting a <b>Stream Stroll</b> this afternoon at 2pm. Wear your water shoes! <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/stream-stroll/20618" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Knights vs. Indianapolis Indians</b> <a href="http://www.milb.com/schedule/index.jsp?sid=t494" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Monday, August 24</strong></span><br />
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<li>The Reedy Creek Nature Center hosts <b>Budding Adventures</b> this morning at 10am for ages 3 to 6. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/budding-adventures/20626" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the McDowell Nature Center this morning at 10:30am for their <b>Creature Feature</b> event. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/mcdowell-s-creature-feature/20568" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinett Braves</b> <a href="http://www.milb.com/schedule/index.jsp?sid=t494" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<li>August 25: <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/197/Homeschool-Day" target="_blank">Homeschool Day</a> @ Discovery Place</li>
<li>August 29 & 30: <a data-mce-href="http://tweetsie.com/special-events/heritage/" href="http://tweetsie.com/special-events/heritage/" target="_blank">Railroad Heritage Weekend</a> @ Tweetsie Railroad</li>
<li>September 10-13: <a data-mce-href="http://yiasoufestival.org/" href="http://yiasoufestival.org/" target="_blank">Yiasou Greek Festival</a> @ Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral</li>
<li>September 26: <a data-mce-href="http://5kforkidscancer.racesonline.com/" href="http://5kforkidscancer.racesonline.com/">Isabella Santos 5K & 10K for Kids Cancer</a> @ Ballantyne Corporate Park</li>
<li>September 30-October 4: <a href="http://www.timewarnercablearena.com/timewarner/disney-on-ice-100-years-of-magic-sept-30-oct-4-2015/" target="_blank">Disney on Ice</a> @ TWC Arena</li>
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This is the last week of summer for me. My 8 year old heads to second grade next week, and my twins head to Kindergarten the following week. Trying to soak up the last of summer this week with one final beach visit and lots of family time. Summer 2015 has been a great one, but it has gone by FAST. How is it that 2+ months have already passed, and it's time for packing backpacks and lunches (ugh) again. Hope you're soaking up the end of summer, too...enjoy!<br />
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<b>Monday, August 10</b><br />
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<li><b>Kids Bowl Free </b>continues today at Ten Park Lanes...FREE bowling for kids every weekday through August 28. Please register. <a href="https://www.kidsbowlfree.com/center.php?alley_id=2599" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Cool off with a trip the <b>Spraygrounds</b> today. Open daily 10am-8pm through Labor Day. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Facilities/Pages/Spraygrounds.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Get Set for Kindergarten</b> this morning at 10am at the Plaza Midwood library. Please register. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=189161&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the McDowell Nature Center for their <b>Creature Feature </b>event this morning at 10:30am. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/mcdowell-s-creature-feature/20567" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Davidson library hosts a screening of <i style="font-weight: bold;">101 Dalmatians</i> today noon. Bring a lunch and enjoy some popcorn. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=186501&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinnett Braves</b> <a href="http://www.milb.com/schedule/index.jsp?sid=t494" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Tuesday, August 11</strong></span><br />
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<li><b style="font-family: inherit;">Toddler Tuesdays</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> are back at Sea Life Aquarium today (and every Tuesday), </span><a href="https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/news-and-events/" style="font-family: inherit;">More info...</a></li>
<li>Regal Cinemas' <b>Summer Movie Express </b>wraps up today with $1 movies Tuesday and Wednesday! <a href="http://www.regmovies.com/Movies/Summer-Movie-Express">More info...</a></li>
<li>The American Girl store at Southpark mall hosts <b>Grace's Apron Craft & Cookie Decoration</b> today and tomorrow at 10am. <a href="http://www.americangirl.com/retailstore/charlotte#specialEvents" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to Kannapolis for the <b>Gem Theatre's Summer Movie Camp</b> with $1 movies at 10am at 12:30pm Tuesdays through August 18th. <a href="http://www.gem-theatre.com/movie_camp.php">More info...</a></li>
<li>This afternoon is a <b>FREE Tuesday</b> sponsored by Duke Energy at the Schiele Museum. 4-8pm. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinnett Braves</b> <a href="http://www.milb.com/schedule/index.jsp?sid=t494" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Carolina Place Mall hosts their final <b>Family Fun Day </b>of the summer this morning at 11am featuring <i>Party Pets</i>. <a href="http://www.carolinaplace.com/events/family-fun-day" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for <b>FREE Music</b> on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/6th-north-tryon-programming/?utm_source=WhatCounts+Publicaster+Edition&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FYC+Weekly+June+26+-+July+2&utm_content=6th+N.+Tryon" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Wild Wednesday: Beautiful Bird Senses</b> this afternoon at 12:30pm at the Charlotte Nature Museum. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/186/Wild-Wednesday-Beautiful-Bird-Senses" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer <strong>FREE Admission</strong> today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/401/free-wednesday-evenings-6" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><b>Party in the Park</b> continues tonight at Romare Bearden Park. FREE music by <i>Band of Oz</i> this evening, 6-9pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Parks/ParksByRegion/CentralRegion/Documents/Party%20in%20the%20Park%20Flyer.pdf">More info...</a></li>
<li>Kannapolis' Veteran's Park is the place to be for the final <b>Thursdays on Main Evening Concert Series</b> with music by <i>Too Much Sylvia</i>. <a href="http://www.kannapolisnc.gov/Community/Calendar/tabid/94/ModuleID/426/ItemID/49/mctl/EventDetails/Default.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinnett Braves</b> <a href="http://www.milb.com/schedule/index.jsp?sid=t494" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Thursday, August 13</strong></span></div>
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<li>This morning, send the kids to <b>Fairy Camp</b> at Historic Rosedale. 10am-1pm. Please register. <a href="http://www.historicrosedale.org/events/59-Fairy-Camp" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Enjoy <b>Garden Nights</b> tonight at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. Fun for the whole family. <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/garden-nights/?instance_id=2539" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The <b>Tarheel Kids Consignment Sale</b> opens to the public this evening at 6pm at the Cabarrus Arena & Events Center. <a href="http://tarheelkidsconsignment.com/calendar.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>It's that time of year again for the USNWC's <b>River Jam</b> with FREE live music every Thursday and Saturday evening. A great way to get outside and have fun with the whole family. <a href="http://usnwc.org/category/riverjam/">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinnett Braves</b> <a href="http://www.milb.com/schedule/index.jsp?sid=t494" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Friday, August 14</strong></span><br />
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<li>Ages 8 and up are invited to become <b>Reedy Creek Garden Stewards</b> this morning 9am-11am. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/reedy-creek-garden-stewards/20613" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss Imaginon's newest exhibit. <b>Adventures with </b><i style="font-weight: bold;">Clifford the Big Red Dog</i> will be here until September 5th. <a href="http://www.imaginon.org/Programs_&_Events/clifford.asp">More info...</a><a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/167/Great-Sunflower-Project">.</a></li>
<li>Pack a lunch and head to the North County library for <b>Out to Lunch and a Movie</b> at 12pm. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=189093&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to Discovery Place Kids this evening for their <b>Countdown to Kindergarten</b> event at 5pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/503/Countdown-to-Kindergarten" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Barnes & Noble at Carolina Place hosts their <b>Fabulous Friday Pajamarama Storytime</b> this evening at 7pm. <a href="http://stores.barnesandnoble.com/event/4816543-32" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Southpark continues their <b>Movies Under the Stars </b>series tonight with a screening of <i>Paddington</i>. Don't miss the fun. <a href="http://www.simon.com/mall/southpark/stream/movies-under-the-stars-3515647" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Saturday, August 15</strong><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Don't miss the <b>Hummingbird Festival </b> today, 9am-3pm at the Reedy Creek Nature Center. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/StewardshipServices/NaturePreserves/Pages/HummingbirdFest.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>The Charlotte Nature Museum is the place to be for their <b>Creature Feature: Scent-sational Senses</b> today 10am-1pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/178/Scent-sational-Senses" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> <b>Dressing for Success</b></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> today at 11am and 2pm. </span><a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/630/Dressing-for-Success-Saturday" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lakeshore Learning hosts their <strong>Free Crafts For Kids</strong> today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a <i>Summer Breeze Windchime.</i> <a href="http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m" target="_blank">More info.</a></span></li>
<li>FREE live music today and every Saturday afternoon at 2pm in conjunction with Discovery Place's <b>Guitar</b> exhibit. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/" target="_blank">More info...</a><a href="http://www.kannapolisnc.gov/city-government/departments/parks-recreation/summer-entertainment-series/">.</a></li>
<li>Kannapolis hosts their <b>Concerts in the Park</b> tonight with a performance by <i>The Corey Hunt Band</i> and <i>Trick Pony</i><b style="font-style: italic;"> </b>followed by a fireworks show. <a href="http://www.kannapolisnc.gov/Community/Calendar/tabid/94/ModuleID/426/ItemID/51/mctl/EventDetails/Default.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Matthews wraps up its <b>Summer Concert & Movie Series </b>tonight with a screening of <i>Big Hero 6</i>. <a href="http://www.matthewsnc.gov/Portals/0/Departments/Parks%20and%20Rec/Newsletters/Summer%20Camp%20Brochure--2015%20Email%20Website%20Version.pdf" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Sunday, August 16</strong></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy an afternoon at the Charlotte Nature Museum during their <b>Ravenous Raptors </b>event today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/182/Ravenous-Raptors" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about <b>Dressing for Success</b> today at 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/631/Dressing-for-Success-Sunday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>The Levine Museum of the New South hosts <b>Conexiones: Exchanges Across Cultures with Art</b> this afternoon at 2:30pm. <a href="http://www.museumofthenewsouth.org/learn/programs-events/conexiones-exchanges-across-cultures/conexiones-exchanges-across-cultures-with-art" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Davidson's <b>Concerts on the Green</b> continue tonight, 6-8pm, with sounds from the <i>Rusty Knox Band</i>. <a href="http://www.concertsonthegreen.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a><br /></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Monday, August 17</strong></span><br />
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<li>Preschoolers are invited to Barnes & Noble at Carolina Place for <b>Marvelous Monday Storytime</b> this morning at 10:30am. <a href="http://stores.barnesandnoble.com/event/4816533-33" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Elementary ages are invited to the Cornelius library for <b>Afternoon Adventures: Local Heroes</b> this afternoon at 1pm. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=198825&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a><br /></li>
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<li>August 29 & 30: <a data-mce-href="http://tweetsie.com/special-events/heritage/" href="http://tweetsie.com/special-events/heritage/" target="_blank">Railroad Heritage Weekend</a> @ Tweetsie Railroad</li>
<li>September 10-13: <a data-mce-href="http://yiasoufestival.org/" href="http://yiasoufestival.org/" target="_blank">Yiasou Greek Festival</a> @ Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral</li>
<li>September 26: <a data-mce-href="http://5kforkidscancer.racesonline.com/" href="http://5kforkidscancer.racesonline.com/">Isabella Santos 5K & 10K for Kids Cancer</a> @ Ballantyne Corporate Park</li>
<li>September 30-October 4: <a href="http://www.timewarnercablearena.com/timewarner/disney-on-ice-100-years-of-magic-sept-30-oct-4-2015/" target="_blank">Disney on Ice</a> @ TWC Arena</li>
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It's time again for one of my favorite times of the year...Consignment Sale Season!! This week is when it all gets started both for the moms and the kids. <b><a href="http://charlottewarehousesale.com/" target="_blank">Charlotte Warehouse Sale</a></b> kicks off on Wednesday evening offering deep discounts on NEW women's clothing, shoes and accessories. And for the kiddies, there are LOTS of sales coming up in the coming weeks. Check out our <a href="http://thequeencitybuzz.blogspot.com/p/fallwinter-consignment-sales-2013.html" target="_blank">Fall/Winter Consignment Sales 2015</a> page for details. The season kicks off with my fave (I'm biased, for sure), the <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/473228092845508/" target="_blank">Charlotte Mother's of Multiples (CMOMs) Sale</a></b> this Saturday at The Park Expo & Conference Center. Don't miss either of these great sales to get you all ready for Fall!<br />
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Blessings,<br />
The Buzz<br />
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<b>Monday, August 3</b><br />
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<li><b>Kids Bowl Free </b>continues today at Ten Park Lanes...FREE bowling for kids every weekday through August 28. Please register. <a href="https://www.kidsbowlfree.com/center.php?alley_id=2599" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Cool off with a trip the <b>Spraygrounds</b> today. Open daily 10am-8pm through Labor Day. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Facilities/Pages/Spraygrounds.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Dakota & Friends</b> dinosaur show will be at Imaginon today, 11:30am-3pm. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=189952&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the Cornelius library this afternoon at 2pm for <b>Afternoon Adventures: Superhero Slime</b> for ages 5 to 8. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=185281&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Learn how to become an <b>Environmental Hero</b> this afternoon at 2pm at the University City library. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=175195&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Tuesday, August 4</strong></span><br />
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<li><b style="font-family: inherit;">Toddler Tuesdays</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> are back at Sea Life Aquarium today (and every Tuesday), </span><a href="https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/news-and-events/" style="font-family: inherit;">More info...</a></li>
<li>Today is <b>Teacher Preview Day</b> at Historic Brattonsville with FREE admission for teachers and their families (bring your ID). 10am-2pm. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1837/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Regal Cinemas' <b>Summer Movie Express </b>continues today with $1 movies weekly all summer long! <a href="http://www.regmovies.com/Movies/Summer-Movie-Express">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to Kannapolis for the <b>Gem Theatre's Summer Movie Camp</b> with $1 movies at 10am at 12:30pm Tuesdays through August 18th. <a href="http://www.gem-theatre.com/movie_camp.php">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Schiele Museum hosts <b>The Woodland Indians</b> program today (and Tuesdays and Thursdays through August 7) at 10:30am and 2 :30pm. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php">More info...</a></li>
<li>Check out the <b>LEGO Mini Build</b> today and tomorrow at the Concord Mills store. <a href="http://shop.lego.com/en-US/minibuild-registration#shopxlink" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Wednesday, August 5</b></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Join Mad Science in Kannapolis for their <b>Spin, Pop, Boom </b>program at 10:30am at Village Park. <a href="http://www.kannapolisnc.gov/Community/Calendar/tabid/94/ModuleID/426/ItemID/14/mctl/EventDetails/Default.aspx">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for <b>FREE Music</b> on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/6th-north-tryon-programming/?utm_source=WhatCounts+Publicaster+Edition&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FYC+Weekly+June+26+-+July+2&utm_content=6th+N.+Tryon" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><b>Gemstone Mining</b> happens at the Schiele Museum, Tuesdays through Fridays, 11:30am-1:30pm now through August 7. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Wild Wednesday: Marvelous Mammal Senses</b> this afternoon at 12:30pm at the Charlotte Nature Museum. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/185/Wild-Wednesday-Marvelous-Mammal-Senses">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer <strong>FREE Admission</strong> today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/401/free-wednesday-evenings-6" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><b>Party in the Park</b> continues tonight at Romare Bearden Park. FREE music by <i>Atlantic Groove Band</i> this evening, 6-9pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Parks/ParksByRegion/CentralRegion/Documents/Party%20in%20the%20Park%20Flyer.pdf">More info...</a></li>
<li>The <b>Charlotte Warehouse Sale</b> kicks off this evening at 6pm and continues through Sunday, Don't miss the great deals. <a href="http://charlottewarehousesale.com/next-sale/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The director of the Charlotte Nature Museum hosts <b>Wisdom of the Woods: Amazing Animal Adaptations</b> this evening at 7pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/180/Wisdom-of-the-Woods-Amazing-Animal-Adaptations" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Thursday, August 6</strong></span></div>
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<li>Elementary ages are invited to the Beatties Ford library this morning at 11am for <b>NASA Space Program</b>. Please register. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=198794&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Ages 6 to 11 are invited to the South County library to see <b>Zelnick the Magician</b> this afternoon at 2pm. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=185025&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss the fun of <b>Countdown to Kindergarten</b> featuring musician Roger Day this afternoon at the Main Street Children's Museum. 5-7pm. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1838/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Enjoy <b>Garden Nights</b> tonight at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. Fun for the whole family, and CHILDCARE is offered tonight! <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/garden-nights/?instance_id=2538">More info...</a></li>
<li>It's that time of year again for the USNWC's <b>River Jam</b> with FREE live music every Thursday and Saturday evening. A great way to get outside and have fun with the whole family. <a href="http://usnwc.org/category/riverjam/">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Friday, August 7</strong></span><br />
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<li>The Schiele Museum presents <b>The Backcountry Pioneers</b> Wednesdays and Fridays at 10am and 2:30pm. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the McGuire Nuclear Station's Energy Explorium <b>One Day Camp</b>. Please register. <a href="https://www.duke-energy.com/visitor-centers/ee-community-events-calendar.asp" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss Imaginon's newest exhibit. <b>Adventures with </b><i style="font-weight: bold;">Clifford the Big Red Dog</i> will be here until September 5th. <a href="http://www.imaginon.org/Programs_&_Events/clifford.asp">More info...</a><a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/167/Great-Sunflower-Project">.</a></li>
<li>The Charlotte Nature Museum hosts <b>School of Ants</b> this afternoon at 1pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/179/School-of-Ants" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to <b>River Slam</b>, a live music festival today and tomorrow at the US National Whitewater Center. <a href="http://usnwc.org/relax/festivals/river-slam/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>It's almost time for football. Don't miss the <b>Carolina Panthers Fan Fest</b> this evening 6:30-9:30pm at Bank of America Stadium. <a href="http://www.panthers.com/news/article-2/Have-a-blast-at-Fan-Fest/fd7ac9fc-87fc-4c28-a696-ab05db0fa0d2" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Kannapolis hosts <b>Movies in the Park</b> this evening at 7pm in Village Park featuring <i>Monsters University</i>. <a href="http://www.kannapolisnc.gov/Community/Calendar/tabid/94/ModuleID/426/ItemID/47/mctl/EventDetails/Default.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Southpark kicks off their <b>Movies Under the Stars </b>series tonight preceded by a <b>Kidgits Summer Carnival</b>. Don't miss the fun. <a href="http://www.simon.com/mall/southpark/stream/movies-under-the-stars-3515647" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Saturday, August 8</strong><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">The <b>Charlotte Mothers of Multiples (CMOMs) Consignment Sale</b> begins this morning at 7:30am. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/473228092845508/" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about <b>1, 2, 3...Follow Me!</b> today at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/498/1-2-3-Follow-Me-Saturday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>The Schiele Museum hosts <b>Citizen Science: Weather</b> today at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lakeshore Learning hosts their <strong>Free Crafts For Kids</strong> today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a <i>Keeping Cool Door Hanger</i> <a href="http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m" target="_blank">More info.</a></span></li>
<li>Discovery Place will have their inflatable planetarium set up for you to check out the <b>August Sky View</b> beginning at noon. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/326/Monthly-Sky-View" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss the Museum of York County's <b>Second Saturday: Piedmont Endangered Animals Family Day</b> this afternoon, 12-2pm. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1839/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Also at Discovery Place today...<b>Innovate 301: Crankin' Engines</b>. No museum admission required and it's FREE. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/397/Innovate-301-Crankin-Engines" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Charlotte Nature Museum hosts <b>Envirocaching</b> this afternoon at 1pm. The topic is <i>Funghi & Lichens</i>. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/169/Envirocaching" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>FREE live music today and every Saturday afternoon at 2pm in conjunction with Discovery Place's new <b>Guitar</b> exhibit. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/" target="_blank">More info...</a><a href="http://www.kannapolisnc.gov/city-government/departments/parks-recreation/summer-entertainment-series/">.</a></li>
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<strong>Sunday, August 9</strong></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">The Charlotte Nature Museum hosts their <b>Monthly Bird Walk</b> this morning at 8am. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/168/Monthly-Bird-Walk" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy an afternoon at the Charlotte Nature Museum during their <b>Nature Trading Project </b>event today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/106/Nature-Trading-Project" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about <b>1, 2, 3...Follow Me!</b> today at 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/629/1-2-3-Follow-Me-Sunday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Learn all about <b>Pond Life</b> this afternoon at 2pm at the Schiele Museum in Gastonia. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Carowinds' <b>Nights of Fire</b> continue this evening with light shows nightly through August 9th. <a href="https://www.carowinds.com/things-to-do/special-events" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Monday, August 10</strong></span><br />
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<li><b>Get Set for Kindergarten</b> this morning at 10am at the Plaza Midwood library. Please register. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=189161&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the McDowell Nature Center for their <b>Creature Feature </b>event this morning at 10:30am. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/mcdowell-s-creature-feature/20567" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Davidson library hosts a screening of <i style="font-weight: bold;">101 Dalmatians</i> today noon. Bring a lunch and enjoy some popcorn. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=186501&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<li>August 14: <a data-mce-href="http://www.historicrosedale.org/events/59-Fairy-Camp" href="http://www.historicrosedale.org/events/59-Fairy-Camp" target="_blank">Fairy Camp</a> @ Historic Rosedale</li>
<li>September 30-October 4: <a href="http://www.timewarnercablearena.com/timewarner/disney-on-ice-100-years-of-magic-sept-30-oct-4-2015/" target="_blank">Disney on Ice</a> @ TWC Arena</li>
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<b><a href="http://charlotte.schoolofrock.com/" target="_blank">School of Rock - Charlotte</a></b> is a great place to get the little ones started on instrument lessons, and they have more intense programs for the older one. In fact, they offer classes and programs for ALL ages, and this week you can experience the talent they produce at the <b><a href="http://charlotte.schoolofrock.com/event/school-of-rock-all-stars-0" target="_blank">School of Rock All Stars Show</a></b> happening on Wednesday evening at The Chop Shop in NoDa. This family-friendly show is a sure be fun for all!!<br />
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<b>Spoiler Alert</b>:<b> </b>Giveaway coming from <a href="http://charlottewarehousesale.com/" target="_blank">Charlotte Warehouse Sale</a> on our <a href="https://www.facebook.com/QueenCityBuzz" target="_blank">Facebook Page</a> this week!<br />
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<b>Monday, July 27</b><br />
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<li><b>Kids Bowl Free </b>continues today at Ten Park Lanes...FREE bowling for kids every weekday through August 28. Please register. <a href="https://www.kidsbowlfree.com/center.php?alley_id=2599" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Cool off with a trip the <b>Spraygrounds</b> today. Open daily 10am-8pm through Labor Day. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Facilities/Pages/Spraygrounds.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Mint Museum offers some great <b>Latin America Camps</b> this week for kids of all ages. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/692/journey-through-latin-america-section-1/">More info...</a></li>
<li>Imaginon hosts <b>School Age Stories: Campfire Tales</b> today at 11am and 1:30pm for elementary ages. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=183976&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the North County library for their <b>WordGirl Spelling Bee</b> this afternoon at 1pm with competitions for elementary ages. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=197727&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info..</a>.</li>
<li>Don't miss the <b>Monday Night Family Movie</b> this evening at 6pm at the Myers Park library. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=187437&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Tuesday, July 28</strong></span><br />
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<li><b style="font-family: inherit;">Toddler Tuesdays</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> are back at Sea Life Aquarium today (and every Tuesday), </span><a href="https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/news-and-events/" style="font-family: inherit;">More info...</a></li>
<li>Regal Cinemas' <b>Summer Movie Express </b>continues today with $1 movies weekly all summer long! <a href="http://www.regmovies.com/Movies/Summer-Movie-Express">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to Kannapolis for the <b>Gem Theatre's Summer Movie Camp</b> with $1 movies at 10am at 12:30pm Tuesdays through August 18th. <a href="http://www.gem-theatre.com/movie_camp.php">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Schiele Museum hosts <b>The Woodland Indians</b> program today (and Tuesdays and Thursdays through August 7) at 10:30am and 2 :30pm. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php">More info...</a></li>
<li>Enjoy summer fun during <b>Time Travel Tuesday </b>today 10am-4pm at Historic Brattonsville. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1780/">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to Discovery Place kids today (and Thursday) at 11am and 2pm for <b>Commotion in the Ocean</b>. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/618/Commotion-in-the-Ocean" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The <b>Bojangle's Summer Shootout</b> wraps up this evening at Charlotte Motor Speedway with <i>Champions Night</i>. <a href="http://www.charlottemotorspeedway.com/tickets/bojangles_summer_shootout/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Wednesday, July 29</b></span></div>
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<li>Tickets available at 10am for Imaginon's final <b>Terrific Tuesday</b> featuring <i>The Balloon Lady</i> on August 11th...they will go fast! <a href="http://www.ctcharlotte.org/our-season/seasonal-programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the York County Museum for their <b>Wonderful Wednesdays: Little Red Riding Hood Retold </b>program today at 10:30am. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1833/">More info...</a></li>
<li>You'll want to be at Discovery Place Kids today (and Friday) at 11am and 2pm for <b>Sea Sensory Fun</b>. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/627/Sea-Sensory-Fun" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Carolina Place Mall hosts their <b>Family Fun Day</b> today at 11am at Center Court with <i>Dakota & Friends Dinosaur Show. </i><a href="http://www.carolinaplace.com/events/family-fun-day">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for <b>FREE Music</b> on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/6th-north-tryon-programming/?utm_source=WhatCounts+Publicaster+Edition&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FYC+Weekly+June+26+-+July+2&utm_content=6th+N.+Tryon" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><b>Gemstone Mining</b> happens at the Schiele Museum, Tuesdays through Fridays, 11:30am-1:30pm now through August 7. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Wild Wednesday: Stinky, Stinky Skunk!</b> this afternoon at 12:30pm at the Charlotte Nature Museum. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/177/Wild-Wednesday-Stinky-Stinky-Skunk">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer <strong>FREE Admission</strong> today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/401/free-wednesday-evenings-6" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><b>Party in the Park</b> continues tonight at Romare Bearden Park. FREE music by <i>The Rick Strickland Band</i> this evening, 6-9pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Parks/ParksByRegion/CentralRegion/Documents/Party%20in%20the%20Park%20Flyer.pdf">More info...</a></li>
<li>Mark your calendar for the <b>School of Rock - Charlotte All Stars Show</b> this evening at 6pm at The Chop Shop in NoDa. <a href="http://charlotte.schoolofrock.com/event/school-of-rock-all-stars-0">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Thursday, July 30</strong></span></div>
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<li><b>PLAYcation Camps </b>continue today the Main Street Children's Museum. 9am-11:30am. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1836/">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Commotion in the Ocean</b> today at 11am and 2pm at Discovery Place Kids. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/500/Commotion-in-the-Ocean" target="_blank">More info...</a><a href="http://www.kannapolisnc.gov/city-government/departments/parks-recreation/summer-entertainment-series/">.</a></li>
<li>Head to the South County Library this afternoon at 3pm for their <b>Ice Cream Social</b>. Please register. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=185022&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/">More info...</a></li>
<li>Enjoy <b>Garden Nights</b> tonight at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. Fun for the whole family, <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/garden-nights/?instance_id=2259">More info...</a></li>
<li>It's that time of year again for the USNWC's <b>River Jam</b> with FREE live music every Thursday and Saturday evening. A great way to get outside and have fun with the whole family. <a href="http://usnwc.org/category/riverjam/">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Friday, July 31</strong></span><br />
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<li>The Schiele Museum presents <b>The Backcountry Pioneers</b> Wednesdays and Fridays at 10am and 2:30pm through August 7. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss Imaginon's newest exhibit. <b>Adventures with </b><i style="font-weight: bold;">Clifford the Big Red Dog</i> will be here until September 5th. <a href="http://www.imaginon.org/Programs_&_Events/clifford.asp">More info...</a><a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/167/Great-Sunflower-Project">.</a></li>
<li>Hop on <b>The Dinosaur Train</b> (ends Saturday) at the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad. <a href="http://www.gsmr.com/events/dinosaur-train#.VaMVuflVikp">More info...</a></li>
<li>It's <b>Friday Night LIVE </b>tonight at Belmont beginning at 7pm. Don't miss the sounds of <i>The Fantastic Shakers</i>. <a href="http://www.cityofbelmont.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=8mlmYu74AiU%3d&tabid=114">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Saturday, August 1</strong><br />
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<li>Get the kids up and at 'em this morning and participate in the <b>Harris YMCA McCarthy Kids Triathlon</b>. Please register. <a href="http://www.ymcacharlotte.org/branches/harris/healthyliving/hwf/lifestyles/kidstri.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a> </li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Wild About Summer: WILDWINGS </b>today at Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens. 9am-3pm. <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/wild-about-summer-wildwings/?instance_id=2078">More info...</a></li>
<li>Today is <b>Arthropod Day</b> at Discovery Place. Learn all about them, and get up close and personal.<a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/145/Arthropod-Day" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about <b>Color Mixing</b> today at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/516/Color-Mixing-Saturday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lakeshore Learning hosts their <strong>Free Crafts For Kids</strong> today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a <i>Friendship Day Keepsake</i> <a href="http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m" target="_blank">More info.</a></span></li>
<li>The <b>Bon Odori Japanese Dance Festival</b> returns to the Wells Fargo Atrium Atrium plaza today. 11am-4pm. <a href="http://www.geocities.jp/jaclttest/ebonodori.html" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Learn all about <b>Tools of Stone </b>this afternoon at the Schiele Museum of Natural History. 1-3pm. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>FREE live music today and every Saturday afternoon at 2pm in conjunction with Discovery Place's new <b>Guitar</b> exhibit. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/" target="_blank">More info...</a><a href="http://www.kannapolisnc.gov/city-government/departments/parks-recreation/summer-entertainment-series/">.</a></li>
<li>Kannapolis hosts a <b>Concert in the Park</b> this evening at 7pm in Village Park featuring <i>Face to Face</i> an Elton John/Billy Joel tribute band. <a href="http://www.kannapolisnc.gov/Community/Calendar/tabid/94/ModuleID/426/ItemID/47/mctl/EventDetails/Default.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Independence vs. Rochester Rhinos </b><a href="http://www.charlotteindependence.com/schedule/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy an afternoon at the Charlotte Nature Museum during their <b>Bat Attack </b>event today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/181/Bat-Attack" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about <b>Color Mixing</b> today at 1:45pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/606/Color-Mixing-Sunday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Carowinds' <b>Nights of Fire</b> continue this evening with light shows nightly through August 9th. <a href="https://www.carowinds.com/things-to-do/special-events" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss Davidson's <b>Concerts on the Green</b> followed by a movie on The Village Green. 6pm. <a href="http://www.concertsonthegreen.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Monday, August 3</strong></span><br />
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<li>If you missed them at Carolina Place, <b>Dakota & Friends</b> will be at Imaginon today, 11:30am-3pm. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=189952&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the Cornelius library this afternoon at 2pm for <b>Afternoon Adventures: Superhero Slime</b> for ages 5 to 8. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=185281&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Learn how to become an <b>Environmental Hero</b> this afternoon at 2pm at the University City library. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=175195&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<li>August 5-8: <a href="http://www.charlottewarehousesale.com/" target="_blank">Charlotte Warehouse Sale</a> @ Shoppes at Davis Lake</li>
<li>August 8: <a href="http://www.charlottemultiples.com/the-sale/" target="_blank">CMOMs Children's Consignment Sale</a> @ The Park Expo & Conference Center</li>
<li>August 14: <a data-mce-href="http://www.historicrosedale.org/events/59-Fairy-Camp" href="http://www.historicrosedale.org/events/59-Fairy-Camp" target="_blank">Fairy Camp</a> @ Historic Rosedale</li>
<li>September 30-October 4: <a href="http://www.timewarnercablearena.com/timewarner/disney-on-ice-100-years-of-magic-sept-30-oct-4-2015/" target="_blank">Disney on Ice</a> @ TWC Arena</li>
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Summer camp is one of my fondest memories of childhood. I went to camp in the mountains of NC for years and just loved it. Yesterday I picked up my 8 year old from his first "sleep-away" camp experience at <a href="http://www.campharrison.org/" target="_blank"><b>Camp Harrison</b></a>. Camp Harrison is a YMCA camp and falls under the umbrella of the YMCA of Greater Charlotte. The camp facilities are amazing (the camp is only 11 years old), and I found the staff to be incredible, too. I was super nervous about the week, but my big boy had a blast!! If you're looking for a camp for your kids that's not too far from home, I highly recommend checking out Camp Harrison as an option for 2016.<br />
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Blessings,<br />
The Buzz<br />
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<b>Monday, July 20</b><br />
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<li><b>Kids Bowl Free </b>continues today at Ten Park Lanes...FREE bowling for kids every weekday through August 28. Please register. <a href="https://www.kidsbowlfree.com/center.php?alley_id=2599" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Cool off with a trip the <b>Spraygrounds</b> today. Open daily 10am-8pm through Labor Day. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Facilities/Pages/Spraygrounds.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to Imaginon for <b>Readers Theater: Drama Rama</b> today at 11am and 1:30pm for elementary ages. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=191349&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><i>The Nature Lady</i> visits the Cornelius library with her program <b>Born to Fly</b> this afternoon at 2pm. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=185279&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Knights vs. Durham Bulls</b> <a href="http://www.museumofthenewsouth.org/learn/programs-events/conexiones-exchanges-across-cultures/conexiones-exchanges-across-cultures-with-music" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Tuesday, July 21</strong></span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Toddler Tuesdays</b> are back at Sea Life Aquarium today (and every Tuesday), <a href="https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/news-and-events/">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Head to the Reedy Creek Nature Center this morning to participate in <b>Forest Sculpture</b>, 9-11am. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/forest-sculpture/19614" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Regal Cinemas' <b>Summer Movie Express </b>continues today with $1 movies weekly all summer long! <a href="http://www.regmovies.com/Movies/Summer-Movie-Express">More info...</a></li>
<li>It's time again for <b>Storytime in the Secret Garden</b> at Winghaven Gardens this morning at 10:15am. <a href="http://www.winghavengardens.com/ChildActivities.asp" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to Kannapolis for the <b>Gem Theatre's Summer Movie Camp</b> with $1 movies at 10am at 12:30pm Tuesdays through August 18th. <a href="http://www.gem-theatre.com/movie_camp.php">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Schiele Museum hosts <b>The Woodland Indians</b> program today (and Tuesdays and Thursdays through August 7) at 10:30am and 2 :30pm. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php">More info...</a></li>
<li>Enjoy summer fun during <b>Time Travel Tuesday </b>today 10am-4pm at Historic Brattonsville. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1779/">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to Discovery Place kids today (and Thursday) at 11am and 2pm for <b>Commotion in the Ocean</b>. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/616/Commotion-in-the-Ocean" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The <b>Bojangle's Summer Shootout</b> continues this evening at Charlotte Motor Speedway with <b><i>First Responder Night</i></b>. <a href="http://www.charlottemotorspeedway.com/tickets/bojangles_summer_shootout/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Knights vs. Durham Bulls</b> <a href="http://www.museumofthenewsouth.org/learn/programs-events/conexiones-exchanges-across-cultures/conexiones-exchanges-across-cultures-with-music" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Wednesday, July 22</b></span></div>
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<li>Tickets available at 10am for Imaginon's <b>Terrific Tuesday</b> featuring <i>Matt Sandbank’s Shadow Factory – The Legend of Walter Weirdbeard</i> on August 4th...they will go fast! <a href="http://www.ctcharlotte.org/our-season/seasonal-programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the York County Museum for their <b>Wonderful Wednesdays: Piedmont Predators - Reptiles & Amphibians </b>program today at 10:30am. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1833/">More info...</a></li>
<li>You'll want to be at Discovery Place Kids today (and Friday) at 11am and 2pm for <b>Sea Sensory Fun</b>. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/625/Sea-Sensory-Fun" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for <b>FREE Music</b> on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/6th-north-tryon-programming/?utm_source=WhatCounts+Publicaster+Edition&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FYC+Weekly+June+26+-+July+2&utm_content=6th+N.+Tryon" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><b>Gemstone Mining</b> happens at the Schiele Museum, Tuesdays through Fridays, 11:30am-1:30pm now through August 7. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Wild Wednesday: Camouflage!</b> this afternoon at 12:30pm at the Charlotte Nature Museum. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/175/Wild-Wednesday-Camouflage">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer <strong>FREE Admission</strong> today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/401/free-wednesday-evenings-6" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><b>Party in the Park</b> continues tonight at Romare Bearden Park. FREE music by <i>The Holiday Band</i> this evening, 6-9pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Parks/ParksByRegion/CentralRegion/Documents/Party%20in%20the%20Park%20Flyer.pdf">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Knights vs. Durham Bulls</b> <a href="http://www.museumofthenewsouth.org/learn/programs-events/conexiones-exchanges-across-cultures/conexiones-exchanges-across-cultures-with-music" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Thursday, July 23</strong></span></div>
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<li><b>PLAYcation Camps </b>continue today the Main Street Children's Museum. 9am-11:30am. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1834/">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Commotion in the Ocean</b> today at 11am and 2pm at Discovery Place Kids. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/500/Commotion-in-the-Ocean" target="_blank">More info...</a><a href="http://www.kannapolisnc.gov/city-government/departments/parks-recreation/summer-entertainment-series/">.</a></li>
<li>Enjoy <b>Garden Nights</b> tonight at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. Fun for the whole family, <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/garden-nights/?instance_id=2066">More info...</a></li>
<li>It's that time of year again for the USNWC's <b>River Jam</b> with FREE live music every Thursday and Saturday evening. A great way to get outside and have fun with the whole family. <a href="http://usnwc.org/category/riverjam/">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Knights vs. Durham Bulls</b> <a href="http://www.museumofthenewsouth.org/learn/programs-events/conexiones-exchanges-across-cultures/conexiones-exchanges-across-cultures-with-music" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Friday, July 24</strong></span><br />
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<li>Ages 6 to 10 are invited to the Museum of York County for their <b>Trailblazer Day Camp</b> today, 9:00am-1:30pm. Please register. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1841/">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Schiele Museum presents <b>The Backcountry Pioneers</b> Wednesdays and Fridays at 10am and 2:30pm through August 7. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss Imaginon's newest exhibit. <b>Adventures with </b><i style="font-weight: bold;">Clifford the Big Red Dog</i> will be here until September 5th. <a href="http://www.imaginon.org/Programs_&_Events/clifford.asp">More info...</a><a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/167/Great-Sunflower-Project">.</a></li>
<li>Hop on <b>The Dinosaur Train</b> (Fri-Sun through August 1) at the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad. <a href="http://www.gsmr.com/events/dinosaur-train#.VaMVuflVikp">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head out to Historic Rural Hill this evening for their <b>Summer Food Truck Rally</b> including games, hayrides, music and more. <a href="http://www.ruralhill.net/FoodTruckRally.asp" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><i>The Mark Roberts Band</i> plays this evening at Pineville Lake Park as part of the <b>Rockin' & Reelin' Summer Concert Series</b>. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Rockin-Reelin-Summer-Concert-Movie-Series-Pineville-Parks-Rec/78462379651" target="_blank">More info...</a><br /></li>
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<strong>Saturday, July 25</strong><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Don't miss a <b>Guided Nature Walk</b> hosted by the Charlotte Nature Museum this morning at 10:15am. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/170/Guided-Nature-Walk">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about <b>Countdown to Kindergarten: All About Shapes</b> today at 10:45am and 1:45pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/495/Countdown-to-Kindergarten-All-About-Shapes-Saturday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lakeshore Learning hosts their <strong>Free Crafts For Kids</strong> today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a <i>Stay Cool! Sun Visor</i> <a href="http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m" target="_blank">More info.</a></span></li>
<li>The Schiele Museum hosts a <b>Live Bat Encounter</b> today at 11am and 2pm with special bat activities, crafts and more. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php">More info...</a></li>
<li>Discovery Place hosts <b>Innovate 301: Solar Pyrography</b> today noon to 5pm and FREE. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/393/Innovate-301-Solar-Pyrography" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>FREE live music today and every Saturday afternoon in conjunction with Discovery Place's new <b>Guitar</b> exhibit. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/387/Six-String-Saturdays" target="_blank">More info...</a><a href="http://www.kannapolisnc.gov/city-government/departments/parks-recreation/summer-entertainment-series/">.</a></li>
<li>Kannapolis' Village Park is the place to be this evening for their <b>Stories Under the Stars - Ballet in the Park</b> at 7pm. <a href="http://www.kannapolisnc.gov/Community/Calendar/tabid/94/ModuleID/426/ItemID/54/mctl/EventDetails/Default.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Sunday, July 26</strong></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy an afternoon at the Charlotte Nature Museum during their <b>Camouflage! </b>event today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/174/Camouflage" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>The UNCC Botanical Gardens host <b>Budding Botanists: Carnivorous Plant Carnival</b> this afternoon at 1:30pm for ages 4 to 8. Please register. <a href="http://www.kannapolisnc.gov/Community/Calendar/tabid/94/ModuleID/426/ItemID/54/mctl/EventDetails/Default.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about <b>Countdown to Kindergarten: All About Shapes</b> today at 1:45pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/496/Countdown-to-Kindergarten-All-About-Shapes-Sunday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Carowinds' <b>Nights of Fire</b> continue this evening with light shows nightly through August 9th. <a href="https://www.carowinds.com/things-to-do/special-events" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Monday, July 27</strong></span><br />
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<li>Imaginon hosts <b>School Age Stories: Campfire Tales</b> today at 11am and 1:30pm for elementary ages. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=183976&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the North County library for their <b>WordGirl Spelling Bee</b> this afternoon at 1pm with competitions for elementary ages. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=197727&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info..</a>.</li>
<li>Don't miss the <b>Monday Night Family Movie</b> this evening at 6pm at the Myers Park library. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=187437&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a><br /></li>
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<strong><u><span style="font-family: inherit;">Save The Date:</span></u></strong><br />
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<li>August 1: <a href="http://www.ymcacharlotte.org/branches/harris/healthyliving/hwf/lifestyles/kidstri.aspx" target="_blank">McCarthy Kids' Triathlon</a> @ Harris YMCA</li>
<li>August 14: <a data-mce-href="http://www.historicrosedale.org/events/59-Fairy-Camp" href="http://www.historicrosedale.org/events/59-Fairy-Camp" target="_blank">Fairy Camp</a> @ Historic Rosedale</li>
<li>September 30-October 4: <a href="http://www.timewarnercablearena.com/timewarner/disney-on-ice-100-years-of-magic-sept-30-oct-4-2015/" target="_blank">Disney on Ice</a> @ TWC Arena</li>
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<span style="font-size: small;">There's just no way around it this time of year...it is H.O.T. in the Queen City. The neighborhood pool feels like a bathtub, the AC can't keep up, and hot just means "cranky" in my house. Here are a few good resources for indoor/at home activities...and we have LOTS of ways to beat the heat indoors in the calendar this week (and some outdoor things, too, for those of you that LOVE the heat). Stay cool y'all!</span></div>
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<a href="http://www.babble.com/home/10-best-indoor-summer-activities-for-kids/" target="_blank">Babble's List of Indoor Summer Activities</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.beautythroughimperfection.com/indoor-summer-fun/" target="_blank">Beauty Through Imperfection's List</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.parents.com/fun/activities/indoor/kids-indoor-games-activities/" target="_blank">Indoor Games & Activities from <i>Parents</i> mag</a></div>
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<b>Monday, July 13</b><br />
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<li><b>Kids Bowl Free </b>continues today at Ten Park Lanes...FREE bowling for kids every weekday through August 28. Please register. <a href="https://www.kidsbowlfree.com/center.php?alley_id=2599" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Cool off with a trip the <b>Spraygrounds</b> today. Open daily 10am-8pm through Labor Day. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Facilities/Pages/Spraygrounds.aspx" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the Davidson library today at noon for a screening of <i style="font-weight: bold;">The Box Trolls. </i>Bring your lunch to enjoy. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=186504&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Imaginon hosts <b>Rookie Science: You've Got Guts</b> today at 11:00am and 1:30pm. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=184088&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss the final week of <b>ZimSculpt</b> at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. On display through Sunday. <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/zimsculpt-2/?instance_id=2122">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Tuesday, July 14</strong></span><br />
<ul>
<li>Today is <b>Cow Appreciation Day</b> at Chick-fil-A...dress like a cow and get FREE food. <a href="http://www.chick-fil-a.com/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Toddler Tuesdays</b> are back at Sea Life Aquarium today (and every Tuesday), <a href="https://www.visitsealife.com/charlotte-concord/news-and-events/">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Regal Cinemas' <b>Summer Movie Express </b>continues today with $1 movies weekly all summer long! <a href="http://www.regmovies.com/Movies/Summer-Movie-Express">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to Kannapolis for the <b>Gem Theatre's Summer Movie Camp</b> with $1 movies at 10am at 12:30pm Tuesdays through August 18th. <a href="http://www.gem-theatre.com/movie_camp.php">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Schiele Museum hosts <b>The Woodland Indians</b> program today (and Tuesdays and Thursdays through August 7) at 10:30am and 2 :30pm. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php">More info...</a></li>
<li>Enjoy summer fun during <b>Time Travel Tuesday </b>today 10am-4pm at Historic Brattonsville. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1778/">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to Discovery Place kids today (and Thursday) at 11am and 2pm for <b>Commotion in the Ocean</b>. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/614/Commotion-in-the-Ocean" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Today is a <b>FREE Tuesday </b>sponsored by Duke Energy. FREE admission to the Schiele Museum 4-8pm. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>The <b>Bojangle's Summer Shootout</b> continues this evening at Charlotte Motor Speedway with <b><i>Little Luggies 600</i></b> races. <a href="http://www.charlottemotorspeedway.com/tickets/bojangles_summer_shootout/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss the <b>Pluto-Palooza Party</b> this evening at the Museum of York County celebrating the New Horizons mission toward Pluto. 6-9:30pm. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1843/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Wednesday, July 15</b></span></div>
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<li>Check out <b>LIVE from Pluto</b> today, 9am-4pm at the Schiele Museum. LIVE feed from NASA TV covering the New Horizons mission. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Tickets available at 10am for Imaginon's <b>Terrific Tuesday</b> featuring <i>African Drumming with Thomas Tillman</i> on July 28th...they will go fast! <a href="http://www.ctcharlotte.org/our-season/seasonal-programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to the York County Museum for their <b>Wonderful Wednesdays: What Does it Mean to be "WILD"? </b>program today at 10:30am. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1830/">More info...</a></li>
<li>Check out <b>Science Focus: Fire & Ice</b> this morning at 10:30am at Village Park in Kannapolis. <a href="http://kannapolisnc.gov/Portals/0/Departments/Parks%20and%20Rec/Documents/2015%20Summer%20Event%20Flyer.pdf">More info...</a> </li>
<li><i>Sarah Dippity</i> pays a visit to Carolina Place today at 11am for their <b>Family Fun Day</b>. <a href="http://www.carolinaplace.com/events/family-fun-day">More info...</a></li>
<li>You'll want to be at Discovery Place Kids today (and Friday) at 11am and 2pm for <b>Sea Sensory Fun</b>. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/623/Sea-Sensory-Fun" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for <b>FREE Music</b> on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottecentercity.org/6th-north-tryon-programming/?utm_source=WhatCounts+Publicaster+Edition&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FYC+Weekly+June+26+-+July+2&utm_content=6th+N.+Tryon" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><b>Gemstone Mining</b> happens at the Schiele Museum, Tuesdays through Fridays, 11:30am-1:30pm now through August 7. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Wild Wednesday: Story Time</b> this afternoon at 12:30pm at the Charlotte Nature Museum. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/176/Wild-Wednesday-Story-Time">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer <strong>FREE Admission</strong> today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. <a href="http://www.mintmuseum.org/happenings/401/free-wednesday-evenings-6" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><b>Party in the Park</b> continues tonight at Romare Bearden Park. FREE music by <i>The Entertainers</i> this evening, 6-9pm. <a href="http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/ParkandRec/Parks/ParksByRegion/CentralRegion/Documents/Party%20in%20the%20Park%20Flyer.pdf">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Thursday, July 16</strong></span></div>
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<li><b>PLAYcation Camps </b>continue today the Main Street Children's Museum. 9am-11:30am. <a href="http://chmuseums.org/event/1831/">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss <b>Commotion in the Ocean</b> today at 11am and 2pm at Discovery Place Kids. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/500/Commotion-in-the-Ocean" target="_blank">More info...</a><a href="http://www.kannapolisnc.gov/city-government/departments/parks-recreation/summer-entertainment-series/">.</a></li>
<li>Head to Concord Mills for their <b>KidGits Summer Camp Days: When I Grow Up</b> today 11am-1pm. <a href="http://www.simon.com/mall/concord-mills/stream/kidgits-summer-camp-days-3290404" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Enjoy <b>Garden Nights</b> tonight at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. Fun for the whole family, and childcare provided tonight, <a href="http://www.dsbg.org/event/garden-nights/?instance_id=2065">More info...</a></li>
<li>It's that time of year again for the USNWC's <b>River Jam</b> with FREE live music every Thursday and Saturday evening. A great way to get outside and have fun with the whole family. <a href="http://usnwc.org/category/riverjam/">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Knights vs. Norfolk Tide</b> <a href="http://www.museumofthenewsouth.org/learn/programs-events/conexiones-exchanges-across-cultures/conexiones-exchanges-across-cultures-with-music" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Friday, July 17</strong></span><br />
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<li>The Schiele Museum presents <b>The Backcountry Pioneers</b> Wednesdays and Fridays at 10am and 2:30pm through August 7. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss Imaginon's newest exhibit. <b>Adventures with </b><i style="font-weight: bold;">Clifford the Big Red Dog</i> will be here until September 5th. <a href="http://www.imaginon.org/Programs_&_Events/clifford.asp">More info...</a><a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/167/Great-Sunflower-Project">.</a></li>
<li>Hope on <b>The Dinosaur Train</b> (Fri-Sun through August 1) at the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad. <a href="http://www.gsmr.com/events/dinosaur-train#.VaMVuflVikp">More info...</a></li>
<li>The Reedy Creek Nature Center hosts <b>Insect Mania</b> this afternoon at 2pm for ages 6 and up. Please register. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/insect-mania/19599" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Time to book the sitter and make it a date night for <b>I Love Science on the Rocks</b> this evening at 5pm at Discovery Place. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/390/I-Science-on-the-Rocks">More info...</a></li>
<li>You've got to see the <b>Caped Crusaders Take Over South End</b> this evening 5:30-8:30pm at South End Exchange. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/946340122055945/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Head to Village Park in Kannapolis for their <b>FIESTA</b> tonight featuring both Salsa and Latin Rock music. <a href="http://kannapolisnc.gov/Portals/0/Departments/Parks%20and%20Rec/Documents/2015%20Summer%20Event%20Flyer.pdf">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Knights vs. Norfolk Tide</b> <a href="http://www.museumofthenewsouth.org/learn/programs-events/conexiones-exchanges-across-cultures/conexiones-exchanges-across-cultures-with-music" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Saturday, July 18</strong><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ages 8 and up are invited to learn about <b>Track Trails: Birds of the Piedmont</b> this morning at 9:30am at the McDowell Nature Center. Please register. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/track-trails-birds-of-the-piedmont/19632" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Today is <b>Farm Day</b> at the Charlotte Nature Museum...see farm animals, learn about farming and more! 10am-1pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/18/Farm-Day">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about <b>Creative Ocean Animals</b> today at 11am and 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/493/Creative-Ocean-Animals-Saturday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lakeshore Learning hosts their <strong>Free Crafts For Kids</strong> today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a <i>Jumpin' Jellyfish</i> <a href="http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m" target="_blank">More info.</a></span></li>
<li>Ages 6 and up are invited to <b>Get CRAFTY</b> this afternoon, 2-4pm. Please register. <a href="https://apm.activecommunities.com/mecklenburgparks/Activity_Search/get-crafty-at-mcdowell-nature-center/19629" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li>Don't miss the Christian music sounds of <i style="font-weight: bold;">Sanctus Real</i> this evening at 6pm at the Kannapolis Intimidators Stadium. <a href="http://kannapolisnc.gov/Portals/0/Departments/Parks%20and%20Rec/Documents/2015%20Summer%20Event%20Flyer.pdf">More info...</a></li>
<li>FREE live music today and every Saturday afternoon in conjunction with Discovery Place's new <b>Guitar</b> exhibit. <a href="http://www.discoveryplace.org/events/event/387/Six-String-Saturdays" target="_blank">More info...</a><a href="http://www.kannapolisnc.gov/city-government/departments/parks-recreation/summer-entertainment-series/">.</a></li>
<li>Matthews presents the country music of <i>Vanilla Cornbread</i> this evening as part of their <b>Summer Concert & Movie Series</b>. <a href="http://www.matthewsnc.gov/Portals/0/Departments/Parks%20and%20Rec/Newsletters/Summer%20Camp%20Brochure--2015%20Email%20Website%20Version.pdf">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Knights vs. Norfolk Tide</b> <a href="http://www.museumofthenewsouth.org/learn/programs-events/conexiones-exchanges-across-cultures/conexiones-exchanges-across-cultures-with-music" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<strong>Sunday, July 19</strong></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Enjoy an afternoon at the Charlotte Nature Museum during their <b>Story Time </b>event today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.charlottenaturemuseum.org/events/event/173/Story-Time" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>The Levine Museum of the New South hosts <b>Conexciones: Exchanges Across Cultures with Music</b> today at 12:30pm. <a href="http://www.museumofthenewsouth.org/learn/programs-events/conexiones-exchanges-across-cultures/conexiones-exchanges-across-cultures-with-music" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Celebrate Summer</b> with ice cream and special activities today, 1-4pm, at the Schiele Museum. <a href="http://www.schielemuseum.org/calendar.php" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Head to Discovery Place Kids for special activities about <b>Creative Ocean Animals</b> today at 2pm. <a href="http://huntersville.discoveryplacekids.org/events/event/494/Creative-Ocean-Animals-Sunday" target="_blank">More info...</a></span></li>
<li>Carowinds' <b>Nights of Fire</b> continue this evening with light shows nightly through August 9th. <a href="https://www.carowinds.com/things-to-do/special-events" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Knights vs. Norfolk Tide</b> <a href="http://www.museumofthenewsouth.org/learn/programs-events/conexiones-exchanges-across-cultures/conexiones-exchanges-across-cultures-with-music" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong>Monday, July 20</strong></span><br />
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<li>Head to Imaginon for <b>Readers Theater: Drama Rama</b> today at 11am and 1:30pm for elementary ages. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=191349&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><i>The Nature Lady</i> visits the Cornelius library with her program <b>Born to Fly</b> this afternoon at 2pm. <a href="http://www.cmlibrary.org/calendar/eventsignup.asp?ID=185279&disptype=info&return=http://www.plcmc.org/programs/" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
<li><b>Charlotte Knights vs. Durham Bulls</b> <a href="http://www.museumofthenewsouth.org/learn/programs-events/conexiones-exchanges-across-cultures/conexiones-exchanges-across-cultures-with-music" target="_blank">More info...</a></li>
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<li>August 14: <a data-mce-href="http://www.historicrosedale.org/events/59-Fairy-Camp" href="http://www.historicrosedale.org/events/59-Fairy-Camp" target="_blank">Fairy Camp</a> @ Historic Rosedale</li>
<li>September 30-October 4: <a href="http://www.timewarnercablearena.com/timewarner/disney-on-ice-100-years-of-magic-sept-30-oct-4-2015/" target="_blank">Disney on Ice</a> @ TWC Arena</li>
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