Everyone is back in school now, and routines are settling in. Lots of fun things to do with family this week, and even for the long weekend ahead.
FREE Krispy Kreme Doughnuts
January 11 @ 8am-5pm
Uptown – corner of West Trade & South Tryon
Make a morning trip with the preschoolers, or an afterschool trip with the big kids…everyone needs a Krispy Kreme on a Monday.
FREE TuesdayÂ
January 12 @ 4-8pm
Schiele Museum of Natural History
Enjoy FREE admission and experience 18th century life at this one-of-a-kind museum.
Crafty Critters
January 13 @ 10:30am
McDowell Nature Preserve
Ages 4 to 10 are invited to get crafty with nature this morning.
Wicked
Through January 31 – showtimes vary
Ovens Auditorium
This show is amazing and beautiful and all things Broadway…it’s a good to introduce the kids to Broadway musicals.
Bechtler By Night
January 15 @ 5-9pm
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
A new event for The Bechtler, enjoy museum gallery tours at night. Great way to spend an evening with family.
Science on the Rock: Speakeasy
January 15 @ 5pm
Discovery Place Uptown (adults only)
Book the sitter and plan a fun date night to the cool science museum that isn’t just for kids.
Annual Come Draw with Me Day
January 16 @ 10am-2pm
Museum of York County
Watch artists in action, or bring your own art supplies and be inspired to create art by the museum’s collection.
Petapalooza
January 16 @ 10am-1pm
Charlotte Nature Museum
Family pets are not invited, but you can learn all about rescued and exotic pets at this fun event.
2016 City of Charlotte MLK Holiday Parade
January 16 @ 11am
Uptown Charlotte
The parade steps off at 11th & Tryon and continues down Tryon to Stonewall. A perfect way to spend your Saturday.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Program
January 16 @ 1-4pm
Charlotte Museum of History
Learn about the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the civil rights movement in Charlotte, and participate in a collaborative display for the museum.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Legacy Celebration
January 17 @ 12-4:30pm & January 18 @ 10am-4:30pm
Levine Museum of the New South
Storytimes, performances, film screenings, guided museum tours and more.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Janaury 18 @ 1pm
Discovery Place Kids – Huntersville
Enjoy a story and an activity aimed to help us remember the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Snow Party
January 18 @ 2-4pm
McDowell Nature Center
This sounds like a fantastic plan for an afternoon with no school. Make snowflakes, examine ice crystals and more.
SAVE THE DATE:
January 27-31: Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus @ Time Warner Cable Arena
February 13: Fairy House Festival @ Latta Plantation Nature Center
February 13: Wild Kratts LIVE @ Ovens Auditorium
February 19-21: LEGO KidsFest @ Charlotte Convention Center
February 26-March 5:Â Junie B. Jones The Musical @ Matthews Playhouse
March 19: Disney LIVE @ Ovens Auditorium
