After hiding out all last weekend under the snow and ice, you have no excuse not to get out there and enjoy the events going on in Charlotte this week. We’ve even made it easy with our round-up of activities for you to try. Your weekend itinerary:
DIY With Wine
Thursday, Jan. 28
Treehouse Vineyards
It’s an all inclusive girl’s night out at Treehouse Vineyards this Thursday evening. As you sip, learn how to create this set of DIY “love bottles”. $25 gets you a glass of wine, light appetizers and all project supplies. Reserve your spot not by calling (704) 238-4208.
#instabeerupclt
Thursday, Jan. 28
Triple C Brewing Company
Join your fellow Charlotte networkers at the first #instabeerupclt of 2016. Grab a brew and meet some new folks at Triple C. All are welcome.
Foxy Four Year Anniversary Party
Thursday, Jan. 28
Leroy Fox
It’s been four years since Leroy Fox opened its doors in Cotswold. Their birthday bash includes live music from Caleb Davis, $3.50 draft beer specials and $5 Leroy’s Lemonades.
Romeo and Juliet
Sunday, Jan. 24-Saturday, Jan. 30
Belk Theater at Blumenthal Performing Arts Center
See Opera Carolina’s breathtaking performance of the musical adaptation of this tragic tale. See it live January 24, 28 and 30, just in time for the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death.
4th Annual Greater Charlotte Health and Fitness Expo presented by Novant Health
Saturday, Jan. 30
Park Expo and Conference Center
How’s that New Year’s resolution working out for you? If you need some extra motivation, consider joining the fitness pros this weekend at the #CLTFitExpo. Get moving in the Cardio Dance, Burn Boot Camp and Yoga Zones, then learn about the importance of diet on the Healthy Eating Stage. There will also be a Kids Zone and over 100 vendors there to help you get (and stay) on track. Tickets are just $5 and kids and under are free.
Cooking Class: The Fisherman’s Stew
Saturday, Jan. 30
Upstream
Beat the winter chill with a hearty fish stew. Join the professionals at Upstream for a Saturday morning cooking class that covers everything from Bouillabaisse to Cioppino.
Charlotte Symphony Knightsounds: ¡Sinfonica!
Friday, Jan. 29
Knight Theater
Christopher Warren-Green conducts this journey through popular Spanish and Latin works from composers Moncayo, Ginastera, and de Falla. Stick around after the performance for tangos and tapas.
Goodbye, Goodyear
Friday, Jan. 29
Goodyear
Celebrate the final art showcase at Goodyear this Friday with free beer and new work by local artists. Featured artists include Kelly Keith, Lisandro Herrera, Holly Christine Keogh, Robert Childers, Leah Mulligan Cabinum, Matthew Steele, Todd Stewart, Kathryn Godwin, Graham Carew, Amy Herman and Amy Bagwell.
Hearts for Hemophilia Casino Night
Saturday, Jan. 30
The Big Chill
Make a bet you can count on while supporting Hemophilia of North Carolina. The night will begin with a cocktail reception and silent auction followed by dinner, games, music and great prizes. Tickets are $100 each, and you can purchase them here.
MPHS Foundation “Art for the Park” Party
Saturday, Jan. 30
LaCa Gallery
The MPHS Foundation works to provide the Communities in Schools coordinators needed to reach the nearly 1000 students considered at-risk. Support them at their Art for the Park event this Saturday. Attendees will enjoy a silent and live art auction, heavy hors d’oeuvres, wine and beer and live music. Featured art will include a wide variety of media, jewelry, ceramics and price points. Tickets are $25 per person and you can buy them online here.
Pop up Valentine’s Jewelry Market
Saturday, Jan. 30
Free Range Brewing
Calling all Valentine’s Day shoppers! Come out to Free Range Brewing for an easy day of beer and jewelry shopping at the Valentine’s Day Pop-Up Jewelry Market. Handmade pieces by local nonprofit The Jewelry and Metal Artist Collective will be featured.
BBA Fat Boy Bottle Share & Breakfast
Saturday, Jan. 30
The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery
Celebrate the weekend with OMB’s annual Bourbon Barrel Aged Fat Boy Baltic Porter Bottle Share & Breakfast. A 440 ticket includes beer and a breakfast buffet as well as a commemorative glass and one 22 oz. bomber of BBA Fat Boy. For $10 more, upgrade your ticket to include two 22 oz. bombers.
Growler USA Grand Opening
Saturday, Jan. 30
Growler USA Charlotte / Ballantyne
It’s almost time for the doors to officially open at Growler USA in Ballantyne. Join them for their Grand Opening bash on Saturday, complete with over 100 beers on tap, ciders, wine and kombucha. As a bonus, 10% of proceeds from 5-9 pm will go to Apparo, a nonprofit who gets technology in the hands of other local nonprofits!
Dance & Donuts
Sunday, Jan. 31
The Unknown Brewing Company
Dancing and donuts?! Say no more. Warm up with a 60 minute pop-up DanceOut class, followed by a taste of sweetness from Joe’s Doughs. $10 for drop-ins and $5 if you are a class pass holder.
Drive Fundraiser at T. Mac
Tuesday, Feb. 2
T. Mac
Wine and Dine on Groundhog’s Day at T. Mac to support Drive. Drive is a local non-profit that teaches the principles of entrepreneurship and computer technology to youth and adults.
KINDRED Opening Reception
Wednesday, Feb. 3
SOCO Gallery
Welcome the newest exhibit at Soco Gallery next Wednesday, Feb. 3. Kindred: Photographers Focus on Family examines the vital roles we all play as parents, grandparents, children and siblings through the eyes of six artists, four of whom are based in Charlotte.
Mark your calendars! Upcoming events in the QC:
16th Annual Art With Heart Auction
Saturday, Feb. 6
Founders Hall
Get the full scoop & enter to wine TWO FREE TICKETS here!
Art With Heart has evolved into one of Charlotte’s premier fundraisers that features silent and live auctions with pieces generously donated by many of the most notable artists from around the globe. Since its inception in 2000, Art With Heart has raised more than $1 million for Safe Alliance to provide hope and healing to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse. Purchase tickets online here.
