HS Football Kick Off, Game Night, Cookie Crumble – Things to Do with Family this week

So much to see and do in these last fleeting weeks of summer (if you’re not already BACK to school). Super excited about high school football kicking off Saturday in style thanks to OrthoCarolina (see details below). High school football is an awesome way to spend time as a family and not break the bank. Enjoy the fun this week.

Storytime & More

August 16 @ 10am

Winghaven Gardens

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Enjoy stories, crafts and exploration time in the garden. Best for ages up to 10, but all are welcome. Please register.

Wee Wednesdays

August 17 (and most Wednesday mornings) @ 10:00-11:15am

Main Street Children’s Museum

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Bring out the little ones (ages 3 and younger) for a morning of fun just for them.

Daddy Daughter Code In (get on the Waitlist)

August 18 @ 7-9pm

Google Fiber HQ

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Sadly, this event sold out quick, but get on the waitlist for this one, and on the mailing list for DigiBridge.

Countdown to Kindergarten

August 19 @ 5-8pm

Discovery Place Kids Huntersville

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Don’t miss the FREE event sure to get your rising Kindergartner pumped for the upcoming school year.

Bechtler by Night: Game Night

August 19 @ 5-9pm

Bechtler Museum of Modern Art

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Check out art activities, live music, museum tours and tonight, GAMES, including BINGO and trivia.

Parents Night Out

August 19 @ 5:30-7:30pm

Main Street Children’s Museum

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Ages 3 to 7 are invited for a night of fun while parents can enjoy and evening on the town. Please register.

Sensational Senses

August 20 @ 10am-1pm

Charlotte Nature Museum

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Learn about animal senses and even test your own during this Creature Feature event.

Mini-Maker Fest

August 20 @ 10am-2pm

Schiele Museum of Natural History

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Learn about 3D printing, create circuits, build a fort and more. Builders and tinkerers of all ages welcome.

The Great Cookie Crumble

August 20 @ 11:30am-12:30pm

7th Street Public Market

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Get in on the action of this cookie contest by helping to determine People’s Choice and Kids Choice

OrthoCarolina’s Charlotte Kickoff Night

August 20 @ 2pm and 5pm and 8pm

Memorial Stadium

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It’s time for high school football, and what a better way to kick it off than with 3 awesome games back to back.

Charlotte Pride Festival & Parade

August 20 & 21

Uptown Charlotte

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Music, art, food, vendors, a parade and more are in store for this BIG weekend in the Queen City.

Concerts on the Green

August 21 @ 6pm

Davidson Village Green

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Hear the sounds of Poor Boy Revival tonight in Davidson. This concert season is winding down; don’t miss out.

Save the Date:

August 26: Food Trucks & Music in the Garden @ Winghaven Gardens

August 27: The Great Pirate Invasion and War of 1812 @ Museum of the Waxhaws

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