Monday
Ready For Winter?
Latta Plantation Nature Center, Huntersville
Monday, December 18, 1:00 p.m., $5
Why do some birds migrate while others don’t? What happens to reptiles and amphibians when it snows? Experience winter adaptations through the eyes of overwintering wildlife, search for evidence of animals preparing for cooler temperatures, and discover how woodland creatures cope without coats! Make sure to register!
Tuesday
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: Winterfest
ImaginOn: The Joe & Joan Martin Center
Tuesday, December 19, 10:30 a.m.
Stop by the Spangler Library for a holiday-themed family storytime. Hands-on activities to celebrate the winter season to follow.
Also on Tuesday, storytime at the Children’s Garden at Wing Haven ($10), and Mrs. Claus’ Holly Jolly Bedtime Family Storytime at York County Library System Central Library.
Wednesday
Family Movie Day: The Polar Express
Mooresville Public Library, Youth Services Community Room
Wednesday, December 20, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Visit the library for a free showing of the movie The Polar Express. Feel free to wear pajamas! Canned food donations are encouraged; bring two or more and receive a special Train Ride Souvenir.
Also on Wednesday Elsa will be making a ‘frozen’ appearance at Waverly, and there are still some tix are still available to Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical.
Thursday
Sparkling Snowflakes
Discovery Place Nature
Thursday, December 21 (through December 23), 12:30 p.m.
What makes snow and where does it come from? Explore the science of snow and create a glittering snowflake decoration to take home.
Also on Thursday The State Ballet Theatre of Russia Presents: Swan Lake ($35 – 55) at the Knight Theater, and Wee by PlayPlay! Theatre ($12) at the Levine Jewish Community Center.
Friday
Food Truck Friday
Sycamore Brewing
Friday, December 22, 5:00 p.m.
Family-friendly event features craft brews, wine, cider, live music and the best food trucks in Charlotte. Bring the whole family, including your four-legged ones dogs.
Also on Friday, Christmas at the (Billy Graham) Library, WinterFest at Carowinds ($25+), and Holidays at the (Daniel Stowe Botanical) Garden ($8).
Saturday & Sunday
The Scoop on how to get in the spirit this weekend, Saturday 23 – Christmas Eve:
Winter Wonderland at SouthPark
Breakfast With Santa at the NASCAR Hall of Fame
Coffee and Cocoa with Snowflakes and Colors at McDowell Nature Center
