The Smart Picks on Things to Do with Family in Charlotte This Week – 11/9

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If you see a glimpse of the sun, jump on it and head outside! Fingers crossed that you get to enjoy a least sunshine around here …it has been a LONG time. Lots to do and see this week, both indoors and out. Enjoy!

 

Mickey Mouse Storytime

November 9 @ 10:30am

Ray’s Splash Planet

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Ages 2 1/2 to 6 are invited for Mickey Storytime and swimming today.

 

 

FREE Tuesday 

November 10 @ 4-8pm

Schiele Museum of Natural History

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Duke Energy makes it possible for you to enjoy the Schiele Museum for FREE this afternoon.

 

 

Only Owls After Hours

November 10 @ 5-8pm

Museum of York County

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Don’t miss this family friendly event all about owls.

 

 

Free Museum Admission for Veterans

November 11 – ALL DAY

Discovery Place, Discovery Place Kids, & Charlotte Nature Museum

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Family of military personnel receive $2 off admission today as well…remember, NO SCHOOL for CMS today.

 

 

Charlotte Hornets 

November 11 @ 7pm & November 15 @ 5pm

Time Warner Cable Arena

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It’s basketball season…get out and support the hometown team.

 

 

The Nature of Greenways: Little Sugar Creek Greenway

November 12 @ 10am

Little Sugar Creek Greenway

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A great way to enjoy the fall weather…take a guided stroll along this beautiful greenway.

 

 

Polar Express @ Great Smoky Mountain Railroad

November 13-January 3 – TIMES VARY

Great Smoky Mountain Railroad – Bryson City, NC

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Don’t miss the chance to make memories that will last a lifetime. Reserve tickets now.

 

 

Charlotte Checkers

November 13 @ 7:30pm & November 14 @ 7:30pm

Bojangles Coliseum

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It’s also ice hockey season. Check out the new renovations and catch the game at Bojangles Coliseum.

 

 

Fairy Festival

November 14 @ 9am-3pm

Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden

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Don’t miss the fairy fun today (includig fairy house building) with author Tracey Kane. Register for the workshops.

 

 

Citizen Science: Earthquakes

November 14 @ 11am and 2pm

Schiele Museum of Natural History

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Learn how to use a seismograph and help track earthquakes around the world.

 

 

Royal Tea Party

November 14 @ 11am-1pm

Imaginon

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Dress as your favorite prince or princess and enjoy the fun of the royal tea.

 

 

Bilingual Stories & Music

November 14 @ 11am

Mint Museum Randolph

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Ages 0 to 6 and their families are invited to experience The World Upside Down this morning.

 

 

The Commedia Princess and The Pea

November 14 @ 11am & 3pm, November 15 @ 2pm

Children’s Theatre of Charlotte

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Best for ages 4 to 6, check out this musical adaptation of this classic tale.

 

 

America Recycles Day

November 15 @ 1-4pm

Museum of York County

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All sorts of family friendly fun is in store for this celebration of reducing, reusing and recycling.

 

 

Sunday Fun Day: Funny Fashion & Art

November 15 @ 1-4pm

Mint Museum Uptown

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Meet artists and designers, sew your own design, play games and enjoy some yoga.

 

 

Save the Date:

 

November 21-22: The Commedia Princess & The Pea @ Children’s Theatre of Charlotte

November 16: Revolutionary Charlotte Homeschool Day @ Charlotte Museum of History

December 2-5: Santa’s Bag @ Children’s Theatre of Charlotte

December 5 & 12: Cookies & Cocoa w/ Santa @ Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden (reserve your spot)

December 13: Goodbye, Caroline the American Girl Doll: Christmas Tea @ Latta Plantation (limited spots)

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