Welcome Summer!!

It's official...school's out (for my preschoolers), we're at the beach for a few days, and summer has begun. Hoping this summer brings you and your family fantastic fun, restful relaxation and lots of memory making!! Be sure to share The Queen City Buzz with your friends, and "like" us on Facebook so that no one misses out on all the QC summer fun to be had!

Blessings,
The Buzz

Monday, May 28 - Happy Memorial Day & Thank You Vets!!

• Lace up your shoes for the Go the Extra Mile Patriot Festival 5K at Symphony Park. More info...
• After the 5K, racers and the public are invited to Symphony Park for The Patriot Festival 2012 from 9 to 11am. More info...
• Head to the NC Transportation Museum for train rides at 11am, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm today. More info...
• Cool off all summer at the Spraygrounds, opening today. Hours are 10am-8pm daily. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Rochester Red Wings More info...

Tuesday, May 29

• Head to the Latta Plantation Nature Center today and enjoy a Guided Nature Walk beginning at 9am.
• Let their creative juices flow at a Mini Camp at Noah's Art Southpark. Offered every day this week, morning or afternoon sessions. More info...
• Check out the newest exhibit at the Schiele Museum. Cowboys! is on display through December. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Rochester Red Wings More info...

Wednesday, May 30

• Carowinds is now open daily. If you have little ones, go this week or next before CMS schools are out!! More info...
• If you homeschool, head to Rural Hill this morning for a Homeschool Kite Class at 9am. More info...
• It's not to late to sign up for summer camp at Monkey Joe's Park Road. Camps begin June 11th. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Rochester Red Wings More info...

Thursday, May 31

• Head to the McDowell Nature Center at 9am for a Creek Walk. Water shoes encouraged! More info...
• Today is the last session of the Youngsters Environmental Education Program at Winghaven Gardens. For ages 4 to 5 at 10am. Please register. More info...
• Enjoy Party in the Park tonight at the Mint Museum Randolph location. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Rochester Red Wings More info...

Friday, June 1

• Day Out with Thomas begins today at Tweetsie Railroad. The fun continues through June 10th. More info...
• Take the family to the McDowell Nature Center this evening for Playing with Fire at 6:30pm. More info...
• Head to Harrisburg Park for Movies in the Park. Tonight they are showing Cars 2 with pre-movie kids activities. More info...

Saturday, June 2

• The McCarthy Kids Triathlon is this morning at the Harris YMCA. More info...
• Lace up your shoes for the NC Race Against the Odds in Weddington. More info...
• Still need some summer wardrobe pieces for the kids? Back on the Rack Consignment is today at 8am. More info...
• Head up to Chimney Rock for their Family Wellness Day starting at 11am. More info...
• The 2012 Great Southeastern Rail Days Festival kicks off at the NC Transportation Museum at 9am. Festivities continue on Sunday. More info...
• Food allergies in your family? Head to The Park for the Charlotte Gluten/Allergen Free Expo. More info...
• Lots of family-friendly fun to be had at the Ducktona Dash today at Franke Lisk Park in Concord. More info...
• Check out Kids Convention 2012 today at the EpiCentre 11am-3pm. More info...
• Today is National Trails Day. Celebrate at Reedy Creek Nature Center More info..., or at the Latta Plantation Nature Center More info...
• Don't miss A Victorian Wedding today and tomorrow at the Historic Rosedale Plantation. More info...
• Head to Stumptown Park tonight to see Cars 2 as part of the Matthews Summer Concert & Movie Series. More info...

Sunday, June 3

• You can see The Dickens live tonight at Concerts on the Green in Davidson. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinnett Braves More info...

Save the Date:
June 16 & 23: Pinkalicious The Musical More info...
July 20-22, 27-29, & August 4-5: Dinosaur Train More info...
September 28: Fresh Beat Band - Live! More info...

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

I am SOOOO not ready...

Ready for afternoons at the pool? Yes
Ready for family beach trips? Yes
Ready for soccer-free Saturday mornings? Yes

Ready for preschool to end, and for all summer plans and activities to be MY responsibility???
Um...NO!!!


Luckily, I know some super creative moms (thank goodness because I am not one of them), and I just planning on stealing their ideas for summer fun for the next three months!!

If you are feeling the summer stress approaching, you need to check out the Kids Summer Activities group on Facebook. Supermom Jenn is the creator, and I am SO thankful to have her (and lots of other creative minded mamas who have posted in the group) to help plan my summer!!! You ladies rock!!

Blessings,
The Buzz


Monday, May 21

• The last one of the season...head to Ray's Splash Planet for a Parent and Tot Meet & Greet. 10am-3pm. More info...
• For some dry fun, check out Marvelous Monday Storytime at Barnes & Noble Carolina Place at 10am. More info...

Tuesday, May 22

• Ages 3 to 5 are invited to Winghaven Gardens at 10:00am for Be a Butterfly! Registration required. More info...
• Don't miss Teddy Bears Come Out to Play during the Terrific Toddler Program at the Gaston County Museum at 10am. More info...
• Head to the Tom Sykes Rec Center at 4:45 for LEGO Engineering. More info...

Wednesday, May 23

• The Mallard Creek Recreation Center hosts Dress Up Crafts this morning at 10:00am. Today's theme is "Race Car Crafts". More info...
• Date night...Dave Matthews Band plays tonight at Verizon Amphitheatre. More info...
• Great for date night, or girls' night out, the One Voice Chorus presents Hollywood Squares: The 80s Edition tonight and tomorrow night at Spirit Square. More info...
• Matthews Presbyterian Church hosts Warm Hearts, Cool Minds, a presentation by Dr. Emily Engel. More info...

Thursday, May 24

• Food Lion Speedstreet 2012 kicks off today with opening ceremonies at noon. More info...
• Head to the Latta Plantation Nature Center today at 3pm for the Family Nature Explorer Club's "Leaf Shape Adventure" More info...
• The Tom Sykes Rec Center offers the first session of Start Smart Golf this evening at 6pm. 6, hour long sessions for $55 total. More info...
• Get in on the NASCAR action at the LiftMaster Pole Day at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. Children 13 and under are FREE! More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Lehigh Valley IronPigs More info...

Friday, May 25

• Do you homeschool? Check out the Homeschool Family Field Day today at the McDowell Nature Center, 9am-2pm. More info...
• Have some Friday night family fun at Buggy Blacklight at the Reedy Creek Nature Center. More info... Or head to the McDowell Nature Center for a Nature at Night Hayride. More info...
• The Circle K NOS Energy Showdown is tonight on the dirt track at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Lehigh Valley IronPigs More info...

Saturday, May 26

• Discovery Place begins its "summer hours" schedule today. M-F 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 12-5pm.
• Check out the Charlotte Inner Peace Festival today 10am-2pm at the Center of Light Charlotte. More info...
• Good, FREE fun at the 8th Annual Family Day at the Gaston County Museum beginning at 11:30am. More info...
• Are you a Christian Music fan? Check out JoyFest at Carowinds today! More info...
• The History 300/Global RallyCross is today at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. Get a free kid's ticket with the purchase of an adult ticket. More info...
• The Matthews Summer Concert & Movie Series presents Skinny Velvet, a blues/southern rock band at Stumptown Park. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Lehigh Valley IronPigs More info...

Sunday, May 27

• Time again for the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway...enjoy!! More info...
• Head to the Reedy Creek Nature Center today at 2pm for Toads, Frogs and Pollywogs. More info...
• The US National Whitewater Center hosts a Memorial Day Celebration today with live music beginning at 4pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Lehigh Valley IronPigs More info...

Save the Date:
June 1-2: Back on the Rack Consignment More info...
May 31: Party in the Park More info...
June 16 & 23: Pinkalicious The Musical More info...
September 28: Fresh Beat Band - Live! More info...

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

The Sales are Coming, The Sales are Coming!!!

You know me...crazy excited consignment mom. And they're coming. Lots of consignment sales posted their Fall/Winter Sale dates this week, so be sure to check out our Fall/Winter Consignment Sales list so you can mark your calendar, sign up to sell (and shop), and start tagging!!!

Hope all of you Buzz reading moms have had a most wonderful Mother's Day. My Mother's Day weekend has been spent tending to little ones with fevers, cleaning up throw up and spending a few late night hours at the ER for this so called "virus" that has invaded our house. Makes me all the more thankful for the "mundane" mothering moments that happen every day!!

Speaking of mothering...I just discovered Hands Free Mama this week (I know, late to the game), and if you haven't checked it out, you should...really trying to be better in this area when "mothering".

Hope everyone has a great week!!

Blessings,
The Buzz


Monday, May 14

• Today is National Dance Like a Chicken Day (no joke). Celebrate at the Berewick Rec Center at 11am. More info...
• A banana pudding milkshake from Chick-Fil-A sounds good. Head to Storytime Monday at 10:30 at the Cotswold location, and have one for yourself. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Buffalo Bisons More info...

Tuesday, May 15

• Ages 4 to 6 are invited to Winghaven Gardens at 3:30pm for Buzzy Bees! Registration required. More info...
• Is your child heading to middle school next year? CMS's Parent University presents Helping Your Child Make a Smooth Transition to Middle School tonight at 6pm at Crown Point Elementary. See page 8 of the course guide. More info...

Wednesday, May 16

• Head to the Main Street Children's Museum today at 10:30 for Wee Wednesdays a program just for kids 3 and under. More info...
• The Latta Plantation Nature Center hosts Latta Homeschoolers: Migration Madness at 9:30am More info..., and Homeschool Adventure Club: Outdoor Cooking today at 11am. More info...

Thursday, May 17

• Lots of fast fun at the NASCAR Pit Crew Challenge today. More info...
• If you missed CMS Parent University's Helping Your Child Make a Smooth Transition to Middle School at Crown Point Elementary, there's another session tonight at David Cox Elementary at 6pm. See page 8 of the course guide. More info...
• Also presented by CMS's Parent University is Enrichment Activities for Your Child on a Budget. Great for helping you plan a budget-friendly summer. Also on page 8 of the course guide. More info...

Friday, May 18

• Get your car seat(s) checked today at the FREE Britax Checking Station 8-11:30am. All brands of car seats can be checked. More info...
• As part of Art Museum Day you get FREE admission to The Bechtler, The MINT and the Gantt Center. More info...
• Check out The Little Gym at Chick-Fil-A Cotswold today at 10:30am. More info...
• Today is the 237th Anniversary of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence. More info...
• Wesley Chapel Elementary hosts their 2012 Spring Fling Thing today beginning at 5pm. More info...
• Charlotte School of Rock presents Monsters of Folk at the Visulite Theatre tonight and tomorrow afternoon. More info...
• Get a FREE kid's ticket with an adult ticket purchase for the NC Education Lottery 200 being held tonight at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. More info...

Saturday, May 19

• Rodney's Great Kids Triathlon takes place today. More info...
• Need a little cardio in your life? Check out Andre Hairston's Cardio Craze today (and lots of other dates) at the Cornwell Center at Myers Park Baptist. More info...
• Check out Creature Feature: Nature's Babies today at the Charlotte Nature Museum, 10am-1pm. More info...
• Tons to see and do at the Charlotte Clean & Green Festival today 10am-4pm. More info...
• Lots of family fun at SandBlast! 2012 in Matthews. More info...
• Celebrate International Migratory Bird Day at the Reedy Creek Nature Center 11am-3pm. More info...
• The 2012 Summer Concert & Movie Series in Matthews continues this evening with a screening of Kung Fu Panda 2. More info...
• The Grey Seal Puppets perform Bathtub Pirates as part of the Kannapolis Library's Stories Under the Stars tonight at 7pm. More info...
• Don't miss the fun of the NASCAR All Star Race tonight at Charlotte Motor Speedway. More info...
• Charlotte Hounds vs. Long Island Lizards More info...
• Charlotte Speed Demons vs. Soul City Sirens More info...

Sunday, May 20

• Today is Sunday FUNday: Fantastic Beasts and Creepy Creations at the Mint Museum Uptown, 1-4pm. More info...
• Check out the Spring Home Show today at Carolina Place. More info...

Save the Date:
June 1-2: Back on the Rack Consignment More info...
May 31: Party in the Park More info...
June 16 & 23: Pinkalicious The Musical More info...
September 28: Fresh Beat Band - Live! More info...

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

Countdown...

Pool opens in 12 days
One preschool is out in 16 days, another in 18 days
Memorial Day Beach trip in 18 days
Summer only lasts for 97 days...enjoy EVERY one!

Mothers Day...6 days...hope all of you fabulous moms have a wonderful one!!!

Blessings,
The Buzz

Monday, May 7

• The Latta Plantation Nature Center presents Young Scientist Series: Fun with Food today at 10am. More info...
• Head to the McDowell Nature Center today at 10:30 for Bountiful Butterflies. More info...

• The last of the season, catch the Nutty Naturalist Young Children's Storytime today at the Schiele Museum at 10:30am and 1:30pm. More info...
• If you homeschool, check out Forest Ecology today at 3:30 at the Reedy Creek Nature Center. More info... 
• Pedal on over to The Booty Loop in Myers Park for the family-friendly Show & Go Booty Loop Ride at 5:30pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Toledo Mudhens More info...

Tuesday, May 8 - Don't forget to VOTE!

• Check out the Picnic at Southpark today 11am-2pm. More info...
• Play in the dirt at the Community Garden Work Day at the Latta Plantation Nature Center beginning at 2:30pm. More info...
• Exercise, followed by ice cream sound good to you? Take part in the Ice Cream Ride to The Smelly Cat this evening at 6pm as part of BIKE! Charlotte. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Toledo Mudhens More info...

Wednesday, May 9

• Homeschoolers are invited to the Latta Plantation Nature Center for the Homeschool Nature Hike this morning at 9am. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Toledo Mudhens More info...

Thursday, May 10

• Chick-Fil-A at Cotswold hosts "Cop-on-Top" through Saturday to raise money for NC Special Olympics. More info...
• Ages 5 to 8 are invited to Winghaven Gardens to create A Mother's Day Gift from the Garden at 3:30pm. Registration required. More info...
• Join the fun at Queen City Bicycles this afternoon for a Kids Bicycle Safety Rodeo beginning at 5pm. More info...
• Narroway Productions presents A Tribute to Mothers. Today through Saturday. More info...
• It's National Moms Nite Out. Celebrate at Southpark Mall, 5-8pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Toledo Mudhens More info...

Friday, May 11

• Head to the Family Campfire tonight at the McDowell Nature Center at 7pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Buffalo Bisons More info...

Saturday, May 12

• Don't miss the Arts Festival at Historic Rosedale today beginning at 9am. More info...
• Lots of fun to be had at the North Carolina Brewers & Music Festival all day today at Rural Hill. More info...
• Celebrate Mother's Day at the Garden at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden today and tomorrow. More info...
• The Carolina Claymatters Pottery Festival is today beginning at 9am. More info...
• You should definitely Experience Charlotte Without a Windsheild today 10am-3pm as part of BIKE! Charlotte. More info...
• The Latta Plantation Nature Center hosts the Get Outdoors! Play Festival today 10am-4pm. More info...
• Today is Migratory Bird Day. Celebrate at the Schiele Museum, 10am-3pm. More info...
• This weekend is the Mayfair Arts & Crafts Festival at University Place. More info...
• Check out BIKE Fest 2012 in Plaza Midwood beginning at 11am. More info...
• Head to Belmont for Garibaldi Fest 2012 beginning at 11am. More info...
• If you haven't seen it yet parents, I highly recommend heading to the Morrison Library at 1pm for Race to Nowhere: A Documentary Film. More info...
• Pottery Barn Kids hosts a Mother's Day Doll Tea Party today at 3pm and 4pm. Registration required. More info...
• Listen to Billy Joel tribute band, The Stranger tonight at the Matthews Summer Concert & Movie Series. More info...
• Charlotte Hounds vs. Ohio Machine More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Buffalo Bison More info...

Sunday, May 13 - Happy Mother's Day!

• Don't miss Spring Fest 2012 in Waxhaw today. More info...
• Enjoy Muffins with Mom this afternoon at 1pm at the Latta Plantation Nature Center. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Buffalo Bison More info...

Save the Date:
June 16 & 23: Pinkalicious The Musical More info...
September 28: Fresh Beat Band - Live! More info...

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

Post Vacation Blues...

I've been here for the last week:

And I now have a serious case of the post-vacation blues. Hope everyone had a great weekend, and that you have a wonderful week ahead...how is it May already???

Blessings,
The Buzz

Monday, April 30

• The Wells Fargo Championship golf tournament kicks off today at Quail Hollow Country Club. More info...
• Don't miss all of the BIKE! Charlotte events going on now through May 13th. More info...
• Did you know that today is Mr. Potato Head Day? Celebrate at the Berewick Recreation Center at 11am. More info...
 
 

Tuesday, May 1

• The Billy Graham Library opens a new exhibit today. The Power of Christ in the Home runs through June 30th. More info...
• Don't miss the Strawberry Pick-N-Flick today at Springs Farm beginning at 6pm. More info...

Wednesday, May 2

• Don't miss Creature Feature & Storytime: Beaver this morning at 10am at the Reedy Creek Nature Center. More info...
• Pump up the tires and Ride to Rita's tonight at 7pm in Plaza Midwood as part of BIKE! Charlotte.More info...

Thursday, May 3

• Check out Every Child Ready to Read: Fun with Math & Science this morning at 10:30am at the Independence library. More info...
• Most library branches don't offer Storytimes during the month of May, but you will still find Family Storytime today at Imaginon at 10:30. More info...
• Lots of other BIKE! Charlotte events today: the Kids Bicycle Safety & Educational Rodeo at the Trek Bicycle Store at 5pm., the Greenway Social Ride at 5:30, and the Tour de Light Rail at 6pm. More info...

Friday, May 4

• Lots of fun to be had today and tomorrow at the South Carolina Strawberry Festival in Fort Mill. More info...
• Today kicks off 2 days of fun at the Mint Hill Highland Games. Gates open at 6pm. More info...
• Don't miss Family Fun on the Greenway tonight at 6pm starting at Bicycle Sport on Selwyn Avenue. More info...
• It's time again for Movies in the Park - Huntersville! Tonight's outdoor movie is Happy Feet 2. More info...
 

Saturday, May 5

• Lace up your shoes for the 5K for Clean Air Run & Walk today at 9am at McAlpine Creek Park. More info..., or the Gerald T. Parks 5K in Fort Mill. More info..., or the Mount Holly Springfest 5K Run/3K Walk. More info...
• Today is Davidson Town Day beginning at 8am. More info...
• Take the pets to Independence Park for Pet Palooza 2012 beginning at 8am. More info...
• Don't miss the Can You Dig It?: Charlotte Community Garden Tour beginning at 9am at the Atherton Mill Farmers Market. More info...
• Today and tomorrow are Bank of America "Museums on Us" days. Don't miss the FREE admission. More info...
• Enter your pooch in the 40th Annual Just Plain Dog Show today in Dallas for a morning full of fun. More info...
• The last one of the season...the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra presents Lollipops: Peter and the Wolf  today at 11am. More info...
• Mount Holly Springfest is today 11am-5pm. More info...
• It's Cinco de Mayo!! Celebrate at the Salsa-Thon today in uptown Charlotte. More info...
• Check out Liberty on the Border Family Day at the Charlotte Museum of History. 1-5pm. More info...
• Hear Music for a Spring Afternoon presented by the Charlotte Children's Choir at 4pm. More info...
• The Matthews Summer Concert & Movie Series kicks off tonight with an outdoor screening of The Smurfs at Stumptown Park. More info...

Sunday, May 6

• Check out the World War II Reenactment today at Latta Plantation beginning at 10am. More info...
• Don't miss the Family Bike Ride at 2pm today at Freedom Park. More info...

Save the Date:
May 12-13: Waxhaw SpringFest More info...
September 28: Fresh Beat Band - Live! More info...

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

This mama's outta here...

So The Queen City Buzz is a little early this week, since this Queen City Mom is heading out on a week long adventure to the Caribbean with the family (we're calling it an adventure, not a vacation...a vacation would be just the hubby and me). Sounded like a really great idea when we planned it months ago, and the kids are pumped, so here.we.go...

Still looking for events for April 16-22...click HERE

Have a great week!!!

Blessings,
The Buzz

Monday, April 23

• Today is Homeschool Mondays: Scales & Slime at the Museum of York County at 9:30am. More info...
• Head to Discovery Place at 2pm today to Make it Rain! More info...

Tuesday, April 24

• Today is a Community Garden Work Day at the Latta Plantation Nature Center at 2:30pm. More info...
• No cooking? Sounds good to me...take part in the 10th Annual Autism Aware Fare to help raise money for a great cause. More info...
• Teach your kids about finances during Teach Children to Save Day. First Citizen's Bank in Mooresville is helping. More info...

Wednesday, April 25

• All day long it is Young Scientist Day at the Latta Plantation Nature Center. More info...
• The Mint Museum's Randolph location hosts Mini-Masters Art Workshop: Stamp! Splatter! & Roll! this morning at 10:30am. Registration required. More info...
• Are you a gluten-free family? Don't miss a Gluten Free Baking Demo with Peter Reinhardt at 3pm and 5:30pm today at Johnson & Wales. More info...
• Are you a teacher? It's STEM Night for Educators at Imaginon. More info...

Thursday, April 26

• Happy Birthday MomsCharlotte!! In their honor, BOUNCE FREE at Monkey Joe's Park Road, 10am-12non. More info...
• It's Family Fun Day at the Mall again today at Carolina Place...don't miss the fun! More info...
• Discovery Place hosts an Avian Adventure this afternoon at 5:30pm. Registration recommended. More info...
• Head to Statesville Road Elementary to the learn Why Read Aloud? as part of CMS's Parent University. See page 18 of the course guide. More info...
• Charlotte Bobcats vs. New York Knicks More info...

Friday, April 27

• We missed one on our list!!! Check out the Back on the Rack Consignment Sale today and tomorrow. More info...
• Grab a good book at the Friends of York County Book Sale. More info...
• Put on your shaggin' shoes...BeachFest Matthews begins today!! More info...
• Head over to DreamFest 2012 this afternoon in Belmont for a great event!! More info...
• Don't miss the last weekend of Busytown! at the Children's Theatre of Charlotte. More info...
• Dress up and head out for a girls' night at the Queen City Mom Prom! More info...

Saturday, April 28

• Lace up your shoes for the Charlotte Skyline Run. More info...
• The Jack and Jill National Fitness Day begins this morning at 9am at The Park. More info...
• Today's the day for the Queens Cup Steeplechase. More info...
• It's Earth Day 10am-3pm at the Schiele Museum. More info...
• Don't miss the Children's Circle Spring Carnival today 10am-2pm at Myers Park Methodist Church. More info...
• Piedmont Progressive Preschool hosts Spring-a-Majig beginning at 10am. More info...
• Join the Dia de los Ninos Celebration at Imaginon today. 10:30am. More info...
• Head over to celebrate the EarthDay Birthday all day long at the Museum of York County. More info...
• Don't miss Danstallations today at the Mint Uptown and The Bechtler. 11am and 2pm. More info...
• Come and see the Green Goats & Gardens Festival today 11am-3pm. More info...

• Today is Astronomy Day all day long at Discovery Place. More info...
• Hear Roger Day in Concert in Kannapolis at 2pm. More info...
• Head to Indian Trail to Touch a Truck this afternoon, 1-5pm. More info...
• Thinking about homeschooling? Head to a Homeschool Informational Tea today at 2pm. More info...
• Enjoy Dances of India this afternoon at 4pm. More info...
• Check out Dancing Through Latin America tonight at the McGlohon Theatre. More info...
• Charlotte Hounds vs. Denver Outlaws (Home Opener) More info...
• Charlotte Speed Demons vs. Mother State Roller Derby More info...

Sunday, April 29

• Wrap up the NC Science Festival with Fossil Finds today at Discovery Place. Noon-5pm. More info...
• Check out the Kings Drive Art Walk this afternoon. More info...

Save the Date:
April 30-May 6: Wells Fargo Championship More info...
September 28: Fresh Beat Band - Live! More info...

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

Summer's A Comin'...

Easter's gone, spring break is becoming a distant memory, and the consignment sales for spring are no more. Do you know what that means? Summer is coming...and fast. If you're a preschool mom like me, there are 6 more weeks left until Memorial Day, and my TO DO list is L.O.N.G., so I need to get to it. CMS parents, you've got a little longer - 38 school days to be exact! Now that the countdown is on, the summer camps are filling up. Check out our Summer Camp List for local camps to keep your kids entertained and engaged!!

Spring weekends are full of fun in Charlotte (just take a look at the list for Saturday). Have a great (and productive) week!

Blessings,
The Buzz

Monday, April 16

• The Come See Me Festival continues in Rock Hill this week. More info...
• Violins of Hope opens to the public today. More info...
• Head to Discovery Place every afternoon this week at 2pm for Mask Making where you can learn more about DP mask collection, and make your own to take home! More info...
• Best for the older kids, visit the CMC Science Festival today 3-8pm. More info...
• Enjoy the "summer-like" weather and get outside tonight for the Family Campfire at the McDowell Nature Center at 7pm. More info...
• Charlotte Bobcats vs. New Orleans Hornets More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Durham Bulls More info...

Tuesday, April 17

• Don't miss Wonderful Worms today at 11:15am and 1:15pm in the Learning Garden at Discovery Place Kids. More info...
• Check out the School Garden Open House today at Whitewater Academy beginning at 4:30pm. More info...
• Were certainly hope not, but find out How to Determine if Your Child is Stressed or Overwhelmed during a workshop by CMS's Parent University tonight at Winding Springs Elementary at 6pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Durham Bulls More info...

Wednesday, April 18

• Check out Literacy Circle Time this morning at Imaginon at 10:15am. More info...
• Paint with Nature's Colors today at Discovery Place Kids at 11:15am and 1:15pm. More info...
• Rock and Read BINGO is back at the Scaleybark library today at 4pm. More info...
• Charlotte Bobcats vs. Chicago Bulls More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Durham Bulls More info...

Thursday, April 19

• We think you should be Going Buggy today at Discovery Place Kids. Head to the Learning Garden at 11:15am and 1:15pm for lots of buggy fun! More info...
• The Food Lion Auto Fair kicks off today at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. Get a FREE kids ticket with an adult ticket purchase! More info...
• Don't miss the musical Bye, Bye Birdie at South Meck High School with shows through the 22nd. More info...
• Check out River Jam tonight at the US National Whitewater Center featuring the Josh Daniel Trio. Starts at 7pm, and it's FREE!! More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Durham Bulls More info...

Friday, April 20

• Take the little ones to Yoga Storytime today at 11am at Imaginon. More info...
• Best enjoyed by ages 8 and up, Salt & Pepper begins today at the Children's Theatre of Charlotte with shows through the 29th. More info...
• Charlotte Bobcats vs. Memphis Grizzlies More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinnett Braves More info...

Saturday, April 21

• Lace up your shoes for the Thin Mint Sprint this morning at the US National Whitewater Center. More info..., the Sarcoma Stomp at the McAlpine Creek Greenway More info... or the Charlotte Museum Mile in uptown Charlotte. More info...
• It's time to Discover Mint Hill today 9am-3pm. More info...
• Head over to the Charlotte Nature Museum for their Earth Day Play Date today 10am-1pm. More info...
• There is also an Earth Day Celebration today at the Anne Springs Close Greenway beginning at 10am. More info...
• It's also Earth Day in Matthews today 10am-1pm. More info...
• Check out Classic Camping in the Old Style today at the Schiele Museum, 10am-3pm. More info...
• Experience Neighborhood Science: Backyard Discoveries today at The Charlotte Nature Museum and Queens University, 10am-2pm. More info...
• Sounds like fun to us...check out FamJam 2012 today in Fort Mill, 11am-5pm. More info...
• The Charlotte World Parade & Festival takes place today 11am-6pm at Independence Park. More info... 
• Kannapolis is host for the Kannapolis Zucchini 500 today 1-5pm. More info...
• Weddington Christian Academy hosts a Family Fun Fest today 2-8pm. More info...
• Don't miss seeing the winners of the Science & Superheroes Contest this afternoon at Discovery Place at 4pm. More info...
• A Bear Called Paddington hits the stage at the Armour Street Theatre, with shows through the 29th. More info...
• Tonight is Homer's Birthday Bash during the Charlotte Knights game at Knights Stadium. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinnett Braves More info...

Sunday, April 22

• The 8th Annual Hope Floats Duck Race is today, 2-5pm at the US National Whitewater Center. Great event for a great cause. More info...
• Don't miss Bark in the Ballpark today at Knight's Stadium. More info...
• Streetwise Music presents Help Kids 2 Rock 1-2 this afternoon at McGlohon Theatre. More info...
• Charlotte Bobcats vs. Sacramento Kings More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinnett Braves More info...

Save the Date:

April 27 Queen City Mom Prom More info...
April 28 Roger Day in Concert More info...
April 28-29 Kings Drive Art Walk More info...

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