As the temperatures begin to creep higher and the sun stays out a little longer each day, we are reminded the spring is right around the corner and Charlotte is coming alive along with it. This week, we’ve got lots of live theater, love for local art and makers as well as a selection of brewery-hosted experiences. Enjoy your long weekend by continuing the celebration of Black History Month with panels and performances or showing your support for our neighbors in need in the boxing ring or beer garden.
Thursday:
Atherton Lights the Night
Thursday, February 17, 5:30p – 8:30p
Bring the whole family out to celebrate the lighting of the Atherton Fairy Ring – a new, permanent installation by local artist Meredith Connelly. Additional festivities include live music, fun for the kids plus a night market and food and drink.
Hoppy Hearts with The HEARTest Yard
Thursday, February 17, 5:00p – 8:00p
Join Divine Barrel Brewing and Free Range Brewing to support The HEARTest Yard in their quest to keep all of our hearts healthy. There will be a new beer release, pop-up merch sale and food from Tin Kitchen and The Sidekick.
Friday:
Festival of Laughs at Ovens Auditorium
Friday, February 18, 7:30p
Get your tickets now for an evening of hilarious stand-up comedy with Sommore, Tony Rock, Lavell Crawford, Gary Owen and Tommy Davidson.
Milton Suggs Sings the Great Jazz Performers with JazzArts Charlotte
Friday, February 18, 6:00p
Spend an evening with the powerful baritone of Milton Suggs, a New York based fixture in the Jazz community. Tickets are on-sale now.
February Friday’s with Friends at Blue Blaze Brewing
Friday, February 18, 5:00p – 8:00p
Grab a local brew and support neighbors in the Seversville community which surrounds Blue Blaze Brewing with one dollar of every pint sold going to the Neighborhood Association. Live music and a food truck will be on-site.
Opening Reception for ‘Of Heaven and Earth’ with Goodyear Arts
Friday, February 18, 6:00p – 9:00p
In collaboration with UNCC Art, Goodyear Arts presents this two week pop-up exhibition. The opening reception is free and open to the public and will include movement performances from UNCC students.
Saturday:
Learn About Curling / Meet an Olympic Curler
Events all Month
Curious about the Olympic sport of Curling? Join the club. Literally 🙂 The new Charlotte Curling is the self-proclaimed coolest place in Charlotte.
Lots of events and open sessions etc this month in their facility in north Charlotte.
Pop-Up Market at Sycamore Brewing
Saturday, February 19, 12:00p – 5:00p
Join over 50 local makers and small businesses for a pop-up with Hand Crafted Market CLT. Wrap up your shopping experience with some live music and local beer.
Box for Your Beer with Resident Culture Brewing
Saturday, February 19, 11:00a – 12:00p
Box away the stress of your week hosted by Work for Your Beer and support Project Outpour – a mobile shower and hygiene station providing access to our neighbors in need. The event is free but pre-registration is required.
2022 N.C. Black Heritage Festival
Sat, February 19, 1:00-5:00 PM
Cabarrus Arena & Events Center, 4751 North Carolina 49 Gold Hall, Concord
The 2022 Queen City Black Heritage Festival themed “Past, Present, & Future” will feature 40 black owned companies. Crafts, culture, art, games, performances, Covid-19 vaccines, information and more. Free giveaways, discounts, also kids activities.
Sunday:
Courageous Conversations with Together We Stand NC at NoDa Brewig
Sunday, February 20, 1:00p – 2:30p
Learn about and discuss the language of racism facilitated by Together We Stand NC. The event is free but space is limited. Registration is open now.
Next Week:
Drums 4 Life with Huntersville Parks & Rec
Monday, February 21, 2:00p – 3:00p
As part of the Town of Huntersville’s celebration of Black History Month, enjoy a special performance by Drums 4 Life at the David B. Waymer Recreation Center. This event is free but interested attendees are asked to pre-register by phone.
2nd Annual National African American Read-In with Charlotte Mecklenburg Library
Tuesday, February 22, 6:00p
Join Charlotte Mecklenburg Library for an evening of reading with local authors and teens to celebrate and learn more about representation in children’s literature. More information about panels and authors is available online.
Smoke on the Mountain with Theatre Charlotte
Shows beginning Thursday, February 24
Don’t miss the story of the talented yet quirky Sanders Family Singers as the perform at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church’s Saturday Night Gospel Sing. Tickets are now on sale for the show which runs February 24 through March 5.
Beer Pairing Dinner with F&B Social Club
Thursday, February 24, 6:00p
Give your taste buds a treat with an interactive beer pairing courtesy of F&B Social Club and Legion Brewing. Beer lovers and foodies alike will enjoy the experience. Tickets are on-sale now.
Black History Art Panel & Celebration with Young Affiliates of The Mint
Thursday, February 24, 6:00p – 9:00p
Listen as a panel of artists and young professionals discuss the Charlotte arts ecosystem, the importance of supporting and collecting local art and more. Limited tickets are available now.
Proof with Davidson Community Players
Shows beginning Thursday, February 24
Winner of the 2001 Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award for Best Play, Proof tells the story of Catherine, a troubled woman on the eve of her 25th birthday, dealing with the recent loss of her father. Shows start February 24 and run through March 13.
