Update: Please note updated days and times below. Until further notice, A Food Truck on Mint Street is offering free meals to everyone. They've talked about this on Instagram. Follow them there to see if there are changes. They are at 1501... Read the whole entry...» 
Shut In & Sing is a virtual music festival. A group of songwriters are joining together over several days to stay connected and to bring great music to the world. These shows are “Pay What You Can.” Remember that we might be deprived... Read the whole entry...» 
Many concerts and other events have been canceled. Our calendar (and free events lists) here at Charlotte on the Cheap are sort of like ghost towns. We've put up “canceled” signs on many events, but even the ones that aren't... Read the whole entry...» 
Most kids will be home from school for several weeks, as we try to slow the spread. Children's book authors are rising to the occasion, presenting free online story times, where they read their books out loud. This is a unique opportunity for... Read the whole entry...» 
It's gotten harder to find things that we can do outside, as so many of the activities that we enjoy have been temporarily halted.
And the weather is perfect. The pollen even seems to be lessening, according to my nose. So, I was excited to... Read the whole entry...» 
Tai Chi Mike is hosting free Tai Chi/Qigong classes via Zoom. In addition to twice weekly classes, there's also a special event for National Tai Chi Day. Although the classes are free, donations are greatly appreciated. Follow links, below,... Read the whole entry...» 
Did you know that there are dinosaurs in Concord? Dakota and friends are prehistoric friends who can enhance any event with a display of dinosaurs, a dinosaur show, and strolling dinosaurs. They perform at parties, business events, museums,... Read the whole entry...» 
MerleFest is not taking place this year. This festival, which celebrates “traditional plus” music, has been taking place on Wilkes Community College since 1988, as a fundraiser for the college, and in memory of Eddy Merle Watson. ... Read the whole entry...» 
You might be getting a partial refund from your car insurance company. With so many people staying off the roads, insurance companies are sending some money back to customers. Some are also extending a grace period for cancellations, if...
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There are so many great kids' websites, and probably no better time to explore them as now, while schools are closed. Here's a good starting list of some tried and true educational sites that parents and grandparents everywhere should...
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Nothing beats freshly picked produce, and it can be fun to do it yourself. An outing to a U-pick farm can be a great tradition for kids. We keep a list, year-round, of farms where you can pick your own produce, and that list is below. But with our... Read the whole entry...» | 
This year marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day.
