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.
Parent & Tot Meet and Greet
November 2 @ 10am-3pm
Ray’s Splash Planet
Ages 0 to 5 and their parents should check out this fun way for pool time in the cool weather.
LEGO Mini Build
November 3 & 4 @ 5pm
LEGO Store – Southpark
Ages 6 to 14 are invited to build a LEGO Shark this month. Kits are limited so please register.
I Am Thankful & Healthy Art
November 3 & 5 @ 11am and 2pm / November 4 & 6 @ 11am & 2pm
Discovery Place Kids Huntersville
DP Kids is hosting new morning events for November. Check out I Am Thankful on Tuesdays & Thursdays, and Healthy Art on Wednesdays & Fridays.
Crafty Critters
November 4 @ 10:30am
McDowell Nature Center
Ages 4 to 10 are invited to come get crafty with nature this morning.
Citizen Science Friday: Squirrel Project
November 6 @ 1pm
Charlotte Nature Museum
Learn how to become a scientist in your own back yard and become a official squirrel monitor.
St. Nick’s Sack Consignment Sale
November 6 @ 9am-7pm & November 7 @ 8am-12pm
Connections – Assurance Faith Community
Get a head start on your holiday shopping at the fantastic annual sale of toys, holiday clothing, holiday decor and more.
Build a Veteran’s Day Jet
November 7 @ 9am-12pm
Home Depot Stores
Ages 5 to 12 are invited to come with an adult to their DIY workshop this morning.
Thanks to Wildlife
November 7 @ 10am-2pm
Schiele Museum of Natural History
Head to the Schiele to find out why we should all be very thankful for the wildlife around us.
President James K. Polk Birthday Celebration
November 7 @ 10am-4pm
President James K. Polk Historic Site – Pineville
Games, music and dancing and open hearth cooking demonstrations for all to enjoy at this FREE event.
EpicFest Literary Festival
November 7 @ 10am-4pm
Imaginon
Don’t miss this fun and FREE literary festival for kids of all ages.
Backcountry Explorers: Cooking
November 7 @ 10:30am
Charlotte Museum of History
Ages 6 to 12 are invited to learn about cooking and Colonial life. Please register.
American Indian Cultural Celebration
November 7 @ 11am-3pm
1600 Tyvola Road, 28210
The Mint Museum is helping to host this off site event with cultural activities for the whole family.
Opera in the Historic Courthouse: How Nanita Learned to Make Flan
November 7 @ 11am and 2pm
Gaston County Courthouse
This “pay what you can” performance of a children’s opera is sure to be a delight for all families. Reservations required.
Menorah Workshop
November 8 @ 2-4pm
Home Depot Ballantyne
The Ballantyne Jewish Center invites kids and their grown ups to a Menorah Building workshop this afternoon. RSVP required.
Save the Date:
November 13 – January 3: Polar Express @ Great Smoky Mountain Railroad
November 14: Fairy Festival @ Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
November 14-22: The Commedia Princess & The Pea @ Children’s Theatre of Charlotte
November 16: Revolutionary Charlotte Homeschool Day @ Charlotte Museum of History
December 5 & 12: Cookies & Cocoa w/ Santa @ Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden (reserve your spot)