After an ill-advised hot yoga class Monday (that’s right, in sweltering heat I opted for additional heat), I discovered cucumber lime Gatorade. It changed my life. May it change yours as well in this cray cray heat.
Birds of a feather need to flock together to the Carolina Raptor Center Thursday, June 25 from 10-11 a.m. for a special story time and craft project session that new birds each month. The program is geared toward preschoolers and happens every Thursday this summer. The cost is $2 each preschooler. Caregivers and other children get $2 off regular admission to the Raptor Trail.
Chicago performed by the Davidson Community Players is getting TONS of buzz and you’ve still got 3 days to see it.
In roaring twenties Chicago, Roxie Hart murders a faithless lover and convinces her hapless husband Amos to take the rap…until he finds out he’s been duped and turns on Roxie. Convicted and sent to death row, Roxie and another “Merry Murderess†Velma Kelly, vie for the spotlight and the headlines, ultimately joining forces in search of the “American Dreamâ€: fame, fortune and acquittal. Tickets range from $12 to $27 and can be bought at the door or in advance. Click here for lots more information including a “parents be advised to not bring kiddos under 12 to the show” warning.
The Kilted Buffalo in Birkdale celebrates its 5 year anniversary this weekend. Friday, June 26 party with live music by Soul Punch starting at 10 p.m. Throughout the night you’ll get great beer specials, and possibly win free stuff! Saturday, June 27 there will be a food truck starting at 9 p.m. and the DJ starts at 10 p.m. More free stuff is given away Saturday!
Join the Mooresville Community Children’s Theatre for an Arabian Night Tea Party Sunday, June 28 from 1-4 p.m. at The Charles Mack Citizen Center. Tea and light refreshments will be served. Guests will also have a special meet and greet time with the cast from the Mooresville Community Children’s Theatre Disney’s Aladdin, Jr. Meet Princess Jasmine, Aladdin, and more as they bring the magic and excitement of the faraway city of Agrabah to Mooresville. Dress up is encouraged but not required. This event does sell out, and advance tickets are required. Tickets are $10 each guest and on sale online at http://mooresvillechildrenstheatre.org/tickets.
Starter Studios in Huntersville will host White Night: A Parent’s Night Art Fest for children ages 4-10 this Friday, June 26. Children will enjoy art, pizza, and juice or water while guardians can enjoy a night out on the town (or a relaxing night in!). Starter Studio is an open studio concept where children can become decision makers and select the art materials of their choice and either make selected projects or create their own. Pizza, 100% juice or water and art supplies included in the cost which starts at $20 for one child, $35 for two, and so on. For more information or to register for this event, click here.
The Mooresville Library will host Murder in Movieland Saturday, June 27 from 5-8 p.m. From what I’ve heard: The after party for a film screening is in full swing, but the most talked-about actress on the guest list is missing… It’s up to you to solve this interactive murder mystery! Light refreshments will be served.
Bring your picnic baskets, blankets and chairs and join your neighbors for an evening with the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra at the Bailey Road Park Bandshell. Journey Church will provide a KidsZone. Concessions will be available. Wine and local craft beer proceeds will benefit Lake Norman Wildlife Conservationists. You may bring your own coolers/food/beverages, but NO glass bottles or containers, pets, smoking, tobacco products, tents or open flames. Gates open at 6 p.m. and the show closes around 11 p.m. with fireworks! For more information on volunteer opportunities, please email Mindi Stoner or call 704-892-6031 Ext. 192
