Things to do with Family this Week ~ 2/27

March is here!! I love this time of year in the QC. Lots of fun to be had on weekdays and weekends alike. This week includes ice hockey, roller derby, Dr. Seuss’ birthday and more. Don’t forget to check our Consignment Sale Post…lots of sales this weekend, too!

Homeschool Monday: Afternoon Adventures

February 27 @ 1:30-2:15pm

Matthews Library

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If you home school, you should check out this monthly program focused on exploring different cultures through books. Ages 8 to 11. Please register.

 

Woodland Sprites

February 28 (and Tuesdays through March 28) @ 9am-12pm

Latta Plantation Nature Center

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4 and 5 year olds are invited to this “child-led” outdoor class. Explore creeks, walk the trails and more. Register now, space is limited.

 

Gross-ology and You

Tuesdays-Fridays @ 4pm, Saturdays & Sundays @ 2pm and 3pm

Schiele Museum of Natural History

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Check out this planetarium show all about the body systems…a humorous look at how our body works.

 

Home Checkers Games

February 28 @ 7pm, March 1 @ 7pm & March 4 @ 6pm

Bojangle’s Coliseum

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Don’t miss the Checkers as they take on the Milwaukee Admirals (2/28 & 3/1) and the Bakersfield Condors (3/4).

 

CMS Early Release Day

March 1 @ 3 hours early

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Plan an afternoon of fun…our picks: Discovery Place, Kinectic Heights, Bounce U, Springfree Trampoline, USNWC

 

Crafty Critters

March 3 @ 10:30-11:30am

Latta Plantation Nature Center

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Ages 4 to 11 are invited for some crafty nature fun. Please register as space is limited.

 

Step Afrika!

March 3 @ 7:30pm & March 4 @ 11am and 3pm

Children’s Theatre of Charlotte

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See the art of stepping in action with this professional stepping performance. Best for ages 6 and up.

 

Family First – Egyptian Jewelry Making

March 4 @ 11am-1pm

Harvey B. Gantt Center

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Learn about the history and techniques of Egyptian jewelry making and try your hand at it, too. Please RSVP.

 

Charlotte Roller Girls Season Opener Double Header

March 4 @ 5pm

Grady Cole Center

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Roller derby at it’s finest. Don’t miss the 2017 debut of the Charlotte Roller Girls All Stars!

 

Suess-a-Thon

March 5 @ 1:00-2:30pm & 3:00-4:30pm

Main Street Children’s Museum

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Celebrate Dr. Suess’ birthday in style with silly hat making, a parade, birthday treats and more. Best for ages 6 and under and please register.

 

Save the Date:

March 11: Science of Sports Day @ Discovery Place Science

March 11: Harry Potter Science Saturday @ Museum of York County

March 18, 23, 25, & 30 FREE Tinkergarten Classes @ Independence Park

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