Definitely time for some summer fun! You survived the school year and it’s time to celebrate. Lots of fun to be had by the whole family in the Queen City this week…happy Summer to you!
Summer Reading Kick Off
June 15 – All Day
Charlotte Mecklenburg Libraries
Today kicks off the libraries’ Summer Reading Program. Many, many special events at lots of the branches.
Dine Out for Kids 2015
June 16 – All Day
Various area restaurants
Skip the cooking today and treat the family to a meal out that also benefits Communities in Schools.
Storytime in the Secret Garden
June 16 @ 10am
Winghaven Gardens
Enjoy a story in the garden and then stay to explore the summer beauty of Winghaven!
Regal Cinema – Summer Movie Express
June 16 & 17 (and Tuesdays & Wednesdays through the Summer)
Regal Cinema locations
Regal’s Summer Movie Express kicks off today. $1 movies on Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout the summer.
Time Travel TuesdaysÂ
June 16 (and Tuesdays through July) @ 10am-4pm
Historic Brattonsville
Go back in time to summertimes of long ago at Historic Brattonsville.
Charlotte Knights
June 16-21, various times
BB&T Stadium
The Knights are back with home games daily this week against Pawtucket & Indianapolis.
PLAYcation Camp
June 18 (and Thursdays through July) @ 9:00-11:30am
Main Street Children’s Museum
You can’t beat this deal $15 ($10 for members) for a DROP OFF camp for ages 4 to 6. Space is limited, so register soon!
Style with Heart CLT Sip & ShopÂ
June 19 @ 3-7pm & June 20 @ 11am-3pm
3643 Barclay Downs Drive
Shop for a great cause from a dozen vendors with custom items for children and moms alike
Outdoor Movies: Big Hero 6 and Malificent
June 19 @ Dusk
Big Hero 6Â in Pineville &Â Malificent at The Promenade
Summer nights are the perfect time to pack a picnic and a blanket, and catch an outdoor movie that the whole family will enjoy.
Charlotte Symphony @ The Energy Explorium
June 19 @ 8:15pm
Duke Energy Explorium
Pack a picnic and head to the Energy Explorium for a night of symphony sounds with the family.
Celebrate World Oceans
June 20 @ 10am-1pm
Charlotte Nature Museum
Today is World Oceans Day…celebrate with crafts and stories, and learn about the ocean ecosystem.
Diggin’ with Dad
June 21 @ 9am or 11am
Historic Rosedale
Spend time with Dad learning about archaeology and digging for artifacts at this historic Charlotte landmark.
Sun Day
June 21 @ 1-4pm
Schiele Museum of Natural History
Celebrate the longest day of the year by checking out all of the “sun” related activities at this event. Image: zazzle.com
Ongoing Events:
Summer Pops:Â A Night at the Movies
June 21 – Gates Open @ 5pm
Symphony Park
Don’t miss the third of the Charlotte Symphony’s Summer Pops in the Park series.
Music Box Lunch Series
June 16 & 19 (Tuesdays and Fridays through June) @ 12 noon
Party in the Park
June 17 @ 6pm
Romare Bearden Park
River Jam
June 18 & 20 Â @ 7pm
US National Whitewater Center
Save the Dates:
Now-August 11: Terrific Tuesdays @ Imaginon
June 21: Diggin’ with Dad @ Historic Rosedale
June 27: Charlotte Hounds vs. Denver Outlaws @ Memorial Stadium
**For more local family friendly events, visit The Queen City Buzz.
