We’ve got lots of love for your Things to Do with Family this week including how to help kids grieve, valentine cupcakes and crafts, fairy fun, parent… err we mean kids night out, and what to buy tix for now.
Good Grief
Mooresville Public Library
Share stories with others and learn tools for building resilience and receive support for those going through the grief and loss process as they move forward to create a successful outcome.
V Is for Valentine’s Family Storytime
York County Library System Central Library
Celebrate your valentine with stories of kindness, silly songs and crafts filled with love.
American Girl Book Club
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library – Mint Hill
Join us on the first Tuesday of each month to explore the lives and times of the American Girl Doll series. Crafts, games, food, and fun!
Catawba River Art Guild Exhibit at the Museum of York County Museum
The Museum of York County
Tuesday, February 6, 2018 – May 13, 2018
See the artwork by the Catawba River Art Guild members that highlight Carolina Piedmont landscapes and native flora and fauna. Selected artworks, representing dozens of artists working in diverse styles and media, will inspire appreciation and discovery of the region’s natural beauty, as well as showcase the creative talents and artistic resources thriving in our local.
By and About Women: The Collection of Dr. Dianne Whitfield-Locke and Dr. Carnell Locke
The Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture
The exhibit highlights selected works from the Locke collection which were either created by female artists or feature women as the subject.
Valentine’s Day Craft Storytime at SAS Cupcakes
9941 Rea Road
Kids can frost cupcakes, listen to Valentine’s Day stories and make crafts.
Angst, Anime and Artistry
Gaston County Public Library
Thursday, February 8, 4:00 p.m.
Celebrate Valentine’s—nerd-style—with angsty anime and a geeky fuse-bead craft.
Innovative Works
Charlotte Ballet Academy, Center for Dance
This is one of Charlotte Ballet’s most popular performances. It showcases contemporary ballet in an intimate setting, and for an added bonus, tickets include a dessert reception with the dancers and artistic staff following the show.
Sip and Shop at 7th Street Public Market: Valentines
7th Street Public Market
Sip and Shop hosts locally owned businesses (including the full-time market vendors) at the 7th Street Public Market for a Valentines-themed pop-up shopping event.
Family Night: Checkers vs. Springfield
Bojangles’ Coliseum
Save $45 on groups of four tickets when purchasing online. Bring a toothbrush and toothpaste to donate to underserved children in Charlotte and receive a free ticket voucher for another game.
Food Truck Friday South End
Sycamore Brewing
This family-friendly event features craft brews, wine, cider, live music and the best food trucks in Charlotte. Bring the whole family, including your dogs. Along with seating in the beer garden and taproom, bring your lawn chairs and blankets.
Adventure Seekers Kids Night Out
Anne Springs Close Greenway
Drop-off your kids for a night of pizza, games and activities. Weather permitting, there will also be a night hike, s’mores and archery. Register online.
Kid’s Night Out
Sports Connection – Ballantyne or Northlake Locations
Drop off your children for a night of fun while you hit the town. Activities include laser tag, jump-n-play, rock climbing, mini bowling, ropes courses, bumper cars, and arcade games. Children will get two slices of pizza, chips and a drink. This event is hosted by both the Ballantyne and Northlake Sports Connections locations.
Heart Party
Cornelius Arts Center
Saturday, February 10, 9:30 a.m.
Enjoy Valentine’s Day card-making, arts and crafts and refreshments. All ages are welcome.
Fairy House Festival
Latta Plantation Nature Preserve
Join a day of storytelling, crafts, and activities all centered around fairies and nature. Then build a fairy house of your own. Feel free to dress up as fairies, gnomes, and elves! Buy tickets ahead of time.
Bright Star Theatre Presents: Struggle for Freedom: The Life of Dr. King
Gaston County Public Library
Saturday, February 10, 11:00 a.m.
This theatrical piece celebrates the work and life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in the context of the American Civil Rights Movement. Featuring songs from the era, experience the heroic work of Rosa Parks as she refuses to give up her seat, The Great March on Washington in 1963 and many more of the key moments that shaped both the Civil Rights Movement and our country.
Family Day at The Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
The Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
Saturday, February 10, noon
Learn about the art and artists of Bechtler Collection and engage imaginations during Family Day at the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art. Participate in hands-on art activities, special museum tours and more.
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