Big Red Shoe 5K & Festival

The Cornwell Center @ MP Baptist Church

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

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

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

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

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

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

Blessings,
The Buzz


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

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

Tuesday, August 27

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

Wednesday, August 28

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

Thursday, August 29

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

Friday, August 30

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

Saturday, August 31

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

Sunday, September 1

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

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

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

It's Time...

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

Blessings,
The Buzz

Monday, August 19

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

Tuesday, August 20

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

Wednesday, August 21

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

Thursday, August 22

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

Friday, August 23

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

Saturday, August 24

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

Sunday, August 25

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

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

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

Green Jeans Sale PLUS a Giveaway!!!

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

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

Blessings,
The Buzz

Monday, August 12

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

Tuesday, August 13

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

Wednesday, August 14

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

Thursday, August 15

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

Friday, August 16

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

Saturday, August 17

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

Sunday, August 18

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

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

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

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

www.charlottemultiples.com

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

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

Blessings,
The Buzz


Monday, August 5

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

Tuesday, August 6

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

Wednesday, August 7

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

Thursday, August 8

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

Friday, August 9

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

Saturday, August 10

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

Sunday, August 11

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

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

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

Countdown to SCHOOL!!!

Yikes...my oldest starts "big school" 3 weeks from Tuesday...cannot believe it is almost "back to school" time already. If you're looking for great deals on school supplies, don't forget that this weekend is Tax Free Weekend in North Carolina and South Carolina. For a complete list of what is "tax-free" in NC click HERE, and for info on SC click HERE.  And if you're looking for more great deals on clothing, toys and gear to outfit your kids for the fall, the consignment sales are gearing up with The Posh Closet Sale, Charlotte Warehouse Sale, and the Lake Norman MOMs Sale all this weekend. Our complete list of consignment sales can be found HERE. Make it a great week!!

Blessings,
The Buzz


Monday, July 29

• Head to the Reedy Creek Nature Center this morning at 10am for Budding Adventures. More info...
• Catch a FREE storytime this morning at Chick-Fil-A Cotswold at 10:30am. More info...
• Studio Movie Grill at The Epicentre shows Shrek today (and every day through Friday) at 11am. $1 for kids, $2 for adults. More info...
• Head to the Cornelius library for Dinosaurs: Dig Into the Past this afternoon at 2pm. More info...
• The North County library hosts a LEGO Town NASCAR Race this afternoon at 3:30pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinnett Braves More info...

Tuesday, July 30

• Check out all the fun happening at the Charlotte Nature Museum this week. More info...
• Head to the Bettie Rae Thomas Center this morning at 10am for LEGO fun during Little Engineers. More info...
• The Scaleybark library hosts Fish the Magish this afternoon at 2pm. More info...
• And at the Myers Park library, you can learn all about Wiggling Worms this afternoon at 2pm. More info...
• Don't miss Bibliobop! this afternoon at Imaginon at 2:30pm. More info...
• It's time for the Jack in the Box Summer Shootout - Round 9  at Charlotte Motor Speedway at 5pm. Don't miss Grudge Match School Bus Races tonight!! More info...

Wednesday, July 31

• Check out Discovery Place Kids' Wonderful Wednesday: Stories About Dragons today at 11am and 2pm. More info...
• Ages 6 to 11 are invited to the South County library this afternoon at 3pm for Summer Tent Tales. Please register. More info...
• Head to the University City library this afternoon at 4pm for Rock Painting. More info...

Thursday, August 1 - (How is it August?!?!)

• Head to Barnes & Noble at the Arboretum this morning at 9:30am for Thursday Toddler Tales and a reading of Giraffes Can't Dance. More info...
• The Posh Closet Sale begins this morning at 10am at the South Charlotte Banquet Center. More info...
• Imaginon hosts Story Explorers this morning at 11:30am and this afternoon at 2:30pm. More info...
• Ages 6 to 11 are invited to check out the Beatties Ford library's NASA Thursdays at 2pm. Please register. More info...
• Paper Bird provides this music for tonight's River Jam at the US National Whitewater Center. More Info...

Friday, August 2

• Tax Free Weekend is today through Sunday. More info...
• The Charlotte Warehouse Sale begins this morning at 9am. More info...
• Head to the McDowell Nature Center this morning for the Preschool Pioneer Series at 10:30am. Today you'll be Looking Under Logs. Please register. More info...
• Check out Rookie Science today at Imaginon at 11am and 2pm. More info...
• Beat the heat with lunch (bring your own) and a movie at the North County library at 12pm. Today's movie is Treasure Buddies. More info...
• Don't miss the Family Campfire tonight at the McDowell Nature Center at 7pm. More info...
• Waxhaw hosts Lauren Light tonight as part of their Jammin' by the Tracks Summer Concert Series at 7pm. More info... 
• Looking for a "nighttime" activity for the family? Check out Night Insects tonight at 8:30 at the McDowell Nature Center. Please register. More info...
• Kannapolis hosts their Movies in the Park at Village Park tonight with a screening of Hotel Transylvania. More info...
• Charlotte Eagles vs. Richmond More info...

Saturday, August 3

• Lace up your shoes for the Blue 5K this morning at Bank of America Stadium. More info...
• The Harris YMCA hosts the McCarthy Kids' Triathlon this morning, 7:30-9:30am. More info...
• The Lake Norman Moms of Multiples Sale is today at Brawley Middle School. More info... 
• The Albemarle Road Rec Center hosts Community Explosion today 9am-5pm. More info...
• Head to the Reedy Creek Nature Center for Bird Bungalow this morning at 10am. More info...
• Get Set 4 Kindergarten this morning at 11am at the Matthews library. Please register. More info...
• Don't miss the fun of the Carolina Panthers Fan Fest today at Bank of America Stadium. More info...
• Check out Lakeshore Learning's Free Crafts for Kids today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a Ring Toss Game . More info...
• The only non sold-out show for Les Miserables: School Edition at Children's Theatre is this morning at 11am. Best for middle schoolers and up. More info...
• Discovery Place Kids hosts Seashell Science today with special activities at 11am and 2pm, and tomorrow at 2pm. More info...
• The Schiele Museum hosts Tools of Stone today 1-3pm with stone tool displays and demonstrations. More info...
• At the Reedy Creek Nature Center, you can learn all about Nocturnal Critters this afternoon at 2pm. More info...
• Overmountain Men plays tonight at the US National Whitewater Center's RiverJam. More info...
• Charlotte Hounds vs. Hamilton Nationals More info...

Sunday, August 4

• Spend the day checking out some of the great Center City Parks this afternoon. More info...
• Head to the Hickory Grove Rec Center this afternoon for African Drumming at 3:30pm. More info...

Save the Date:
August 5-9: Shark Week More info...
August 10: Concord Mills "Back to School" Event More info...
August 10: Monster Truck Bash More info...
August 10: Monkey Mania More info...
August 14-24: Pocket More info...
August 30: Grand Opening of Romare Bearden Park More info...
September 14: Rock & Read 5K More info...
September 19-22: Auto Fair More info...
September 20-22, 27-29: Day Out with Thomas More info...

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

It's SALE time!!! Plus...A GIVEAWAY!

This is what was happening in my master bedroom this weekend...tagging, sorting, more tagging. You see, consignment sale season is upon us, and I couldn't be happier. I say it all the time, but it truly is one of my favorite time of the year! Great deals on clothes, toys, gear and more.

www.charlottewarehousesale.com

And these days the sales aren't just for kids, and they aren't ALL consignment. Charlotte Warehouse Sale is an awesome sale that happens a number of times each year. All of the items at this sale are NEW...and let me tell you, there are some AMAZING deals to be had. I went to their last sale and racked up!! Deals that will be available at this sale include clothing by Calvin Klein, Free People, Tahari, Jessica Simpson, Polo by Ralph Lauren and so much more!! The sale is open to the public and there is no entrance fee. Purchases may be paid for with cash, debit card, or any of the major credit cards. For this sale, they have a NEW ADDRESS: Shoppes at Davis Lake - 8505 Davis Lake Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28269. Even better...the sale is during TAX FREE WEEKEND, August 2nd-4th!!

Sale Hours:

Friday, 8/2: 9am - 8pm

Saturday, 8/3: 9am - 7pm

Sunday, 8/4: 10am - 5pm (30% off everything that remains!)

 

Now for the BEST part...Charlotte Warehouse Sale is giving one lucky Queen City Buzz reader a $50 gift certificate for the sale!!! Find details about the giveaway on our Facebook Page. The giveaway begins Monday morning, and you have until 11:59pm on Thursday to enter. Winner drawn this Friday!!

 

And if you're wondering what other sales are happening in the coming weeks and months...find our sale list page HERE.

 

Blessings,

The Buzz

 

Monday, July 22

• Only a few spots left for today's Nature Story Corner at the Reedy Creek Nature Center at 10am. More info...
• Head to any Barnes & Noble store (Morrison, Arboretum, Carolina Place or Birkdale) this morning at 11am for The Day the Crayons Quit. More info...
• Catch a FREE storytime this morning at Chick-Fil-A Cotswold at 10:30am. More info...
• Studio Movie Grill at The Epicentre shows Follow That Bird today (and every day through Friday) at 11am. $1 for kids, $2 for adults. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Indianapolis Indians More info...

Tuesday, July 23

• The Bettie Rae Thomas Recreation Center hosts an International Pot Luck Festival today 10:30am-12:30pm. More info...
• Head to Carolina Place Mall today at 11am for Family Fun Day featuring Magician Eddy Wade. More info...
• Barnes & Noble at the Arboretum hosts Read to Me with Scout at 3pm. More info...
• It's time for the Jack in the Box Summer Shootout - Round 8  at Charlotte Motor Speedway at 5pm. Don't miss School Bus Races tonight!! More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Indianapolis Indians More info...

Wednesday, July 24

• Tickets for Imaginon's Terrific Tuesdays go FAST. Reserve TODAY (early) for the The Fettucini Brothers, the last Terrific Tuesday installment, on August 6th.  More info...
• Check out Discovery Place Kids' Wonderful Wednesday: Jack & The Beanstalk today at 11am and 2pm. More info...
• Rising K through 2nd graders are invited to the Independence library at 2pm to Get Set 4 School with Gus and Buster. More info...
• The Morrison library hosts The Fire Department this afternoon at 2pm for preschool and elementary ages. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Indianapolis Indians More info...
• Charlotte Eagles vs. Los Angeles More info...

Thursday, July 25

• Don't miss the LAST Drop-In Day Camp of the summer this morning at the Gaston County Museum. 10:30am-12pm. More info...
• Today Barnes & Noble at the Arboretum hosts Rubber Band Race Cars! at 3pm. More info...
• Head to the Tom Sykes Rec Center (Dilworth Elementary) today at 5:30pm for Building with Bob the Builder. More info...
• Take the whole family to Veterans' Park in Kannapolis for David Crowe's Imusination in the Park at 6pm. More info... 
• Honey Island Swamp Band provides this music for tonight's River Jam at the US National Whitewater Center. More Info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Indianapolis Indians More info...

Friday, July 26

• Skip cooking dinner and head to the Rural Hill Summer Food Truck Rally tonight 5:30-9:30pm. More info...
• The Barnes & Noble at Carolina Place hosts a Footloose Friday Pajamarama Storytime at 7pm. More info...
• Don't miss the Family Campfire at the McDowell Nature Center at 7pm. More info...
• Celebrate National Moth Week tonight at the Reedy Creek Nature Center. 7:30-9:30pm. More info...
• Check out Pineville's Rockin' & Reelin' series tonight and hear music from Rhythm Nation. More info...
• Waxhaw hosts The Horsefly Band tonight as part of their Jammin' by the Tracks Summer Concert Series at 7pm. More info... 
• Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinnett Braves More info...

Saturday, July 27

• Latta Plantation hosts Living History Saturday: Civil War  -  today 10am-4pm. More info...
• Be Wild About Animals! today at the Schiele Museum. 10am-2pm. More info...
• Check out Lakeshore Learning's Free Crafts for Kids today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make a Cute-as-a-Cupcake Notepad . More info...
• Discovery Place Kids hosts The Three Billy Goats Gruff today with special activities at 11am and 2pm, and tomorrow at 2pm. More info...
• Don't miss the NoDa Roxx festival today with kids activities, music and artists. 12-8pm. More info...
• Celebrate National Dance Day today beginning at 1pm in Uptown. More info...
• The Reedy Creek Nature Center hosts Sssssssensational Snakes this afternoon at 2pm. More info...
• Become one of Nature's Artists this afternoon at 3:30pm at the McDowell Nature Center. More info...
• The Mike Strauss Band plays tonight at the US National Whitewater Center's RiverJam. More info...
• Head to Village Park in Kannapolis to hear Jim Quick & Coastline tonight as part of the Summer Concerts series. More info...
• Head to Carolina Place Mall for its final Movies at the Mall with a showing of Madagascar 3. More info...
• Lace up your shoes (and find your glow sticks)...it's time for The Electric Run this evening...almost sold out, so register NOW! More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinnett Braves More info...
• Charlotte Eagles vs. Phoenix More info...

Sunday, July 28

• Hit the Spraygrounds to cool off today...summer is definitely in full force! Open 10am-8pm. More info...
• Charlotte Knights vs. Gwinnett Braves More info...

Save the Date:
August 2-3: Les Miserables: School Edition More info...
August 10: Concord Mills "Back to School" Event More info...
August 10: Monster Truck Bash More info...
August 10: Monkey Mania More info...
August 14-24: Pocket More info...
September 14: Rock & Read 5K More info...
September 19-22: Auto Fair More info...
September 20-22, 27-29: Day Out with Thomas More info...

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

Mix it up...Food Truck Friday/Sizzling Saturday

Papi Queso Food Truck

Making supper for the family in the summertime is tough. It's hot, so I really don't want to be using the stove, and my 1968 GM "Harvest Gold" oven makes my kitchen so hot that I might as well be cooking outside! We tend to eat at the pool a lot, but the hot dogs, quesadillas and freezer pops are getting a little old. If you're like me and you're looking to mix it up at supper time, check out Food Truck Friday (and their newly added Sizzling Saturday). On Fridays and Saturdays the corner of Camden and Park Avenue in SouthEnd is hopping. Usually about 10 food trucks serving everything from BBQ, to gourmet grilled cheese (see picture above), to ice cream are on hand to satisfy most any craving. Saturday is usually less crowded than Friday, but get there early if you can. Take your lawn chairs or a blanket and enjoy the fun!!

Oh...and check this out...

WOOHOO!!

 

Blessings,

The Buzz

 

Monday, July 15

• This is the last week to experience the fun going on at Concord Mills with their Kidgits Summer Camp activities at 10am. More info...
• Barnes & Noble at Carolina Place Mall hosts a Marvelous Monday Storytime with Out of this World Picture Puzzles to Search & Solve this morning at 10am. More info...
• Catch a FREE storytime this morning at Chick-Fil-A Cotswold at 10:30am (also there's a Cotswold School Summer Read-In today 10-11:30am). More info...
• Studio Movie Grill at The Epicentre shows Open Season today (and every day through Friday) at 11am. $1 for kids, $2 for adults. More info...
• Head to the North County library this afternoon at 3:30 for Afternoon Adventures: Action Painting. More info...

Tuesday, July 16

• The MINT Museums have new hours beginning today...they are now closed on Tuesdays, and offer FREE admission Wednesdays 5-9pm. More info...
• Rising Kindergartners are invited to the South County library at 12:15 for Get Set 4 Kindergarten. Please register. More info...
• Head to the North County library at 2pm for Rookie Science: Dirt Dwellers for elementary ages. More info...
• Don't miss After 2 on Tuesdays at the Main Street Children's Museum. More info...
• It's time for the Jack in the Box Summer Shootout - Round 7 at Charlotte Motor Speedway at 5pm. Don't miss Lawn Mower Races tonight!! More info...

Wednesday, July 17

• Tickets for Imaginon's Terrific Tuesdays go FAST. Reserve TODAY (early) for the African Drumming by Thomas Tillman show on July 30th.  More info...
• Check out Discovery Place Kids' Wonderful Wednesday: The Three Little Pigs today at 11am and 2pm. More info...
• Head to the Reedy Creek Nature Center at 11am for Survival: Fire Building. More info...
• The fun starts at 11am at the York County Museum for their Wonderful Wednesday Family Film: Ice Age 4. More info...
• Ages 6 to 11 are invited to the South County library at 3pm for a Fossil Dig. Please register. More info...
• Or head to the Matthews library for a Musical Petting Zoo on display 3:00-4:30pm. More info...
• Don't miss The Painted Word this evening at the MINT Museum Uptown. 7-8pm, and FREE! More info...

Thursday, July 18

• Ages 5 to 12 are invited to the FREE Drop-In Day Camp at the Gaston County Museum this morning 10:30am-12pm. Please register. More info...
• If you attended Part 1, Raising Backyard Chickens: Part 2 is today at Noon at the Armory Training Facility. More info...
• Head to the University City library at 2pm for Afternoon Adventures: Star Wars. Costumes optional. More info...
• Holy Ghost Tent Revival provides this music for tonight's River Jam at the US National Whitewater Center. More Info...

Friday, July 19

• Blackbeard's Queen Anne's Revenge exhibit opens today at the NC Transportation Museum. Through August 31. More info...
• Check out the Preschool Pioneer Series: Remarkable Reptiles this morning at 10:30am at the McDowell Nature Center. More info...
• Check out Imaginon's Rookie Science experiences today at 11am and 2pm. More info...
• Bring your lunch and escape the heat today at 12pm at the North County library with a showing of A Bug's Life. More info...
• Ages 6 to 11 are again invited to the South County library for Self Defense with ATA Karate at 2pm. Please register. More info...
• Don't miss the Family Campfire at the McDowell Nature Center at 7pm. More info...
• Head to Village Park in Kannapolis to see Back to the Future tonight as part of the Movies in the Park series. More info...
• Waxhaw hosts Smokin': Arena Rock at its Finest tonight as part of their Jammin' by the Tracks Summer Concert Series at 7pm. More info... 

Saturday, July 20

• Lace up your shoes for the James K. Polk 5K this morning in Pineville. More info... 
• Join a Parent and Me Tot Trot this morning at the Reedy Creek Nature Center at 9:30am. More info...
• Latta Plantation hosts Living History Saturday: Hide Tanning -  today 10am-4pm. More info...
• Kids' musician Steve Weeks plays this morning at Atherton Market at 10am, and it's FREE! More info...
• Check out Lakeshore Learning's Free Crafts for Kids today 11am-3pm. Today the kids will make Summer Fun Visors . More info...
• Beginning today and through July 28th, see K-9s in Flight: Frisbee Dogs at Tweetsie Railroad. More info...
• Discovery Place Kids hosts Build a Castle today with special activities at 11am and 2pm, and tomorrow at 2pm. More info...
• Ages 4 to 10 are invited to Try Ice Hockey for FREE at The Extreme Ice Center 12-1:30pm. More info...
• Don't miss Reedy Creek Nature Center's Meet and Greet with Live Animals this afternoon at 2pm. More info...
• Common Foundation plays tonight at the US National Whitewater Center's RiverJam. More info...
• As part of the Kannapolis Summer Entertainment Series, there is a Ballet Performance by Piedmont Dance Theater this evening in Village Park at 7pm. More info...
• Head to Carolina Place Mall for Radio Disney Movie Night with a showing of Wreck-It Ralph. More info...

Sunday, July 21

• Today is Sunday Fun Day: America the Beautiful at the Mint Museum Uptown. 1-4pm. More info...
• Join the Space Odyssey this afternoon at 2pm at the Reedy Creek Nature Center. More info...
• Head to Davidson for Concerts on the Green tonight at 6pm featuring the Rusty Know Band. More info...

Save the Date:
July 26: Summer Food Truck Rally More info...
July 27: National Dance Day More info...
August 2-3: Les Miserables: School Edition More info...
August 10: Concord Mills "Back to School" Event More info...
August 10: Monster Truck Bash More info...
August 14-24: Pocket More info...
September 14: Rock & Read 5K More info...
September 19-22: Auto Fair More info...
September 20-22, 27-29: Day Out with Thomas More info...

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