The Levine Center for the Arts’ Wednesday Night Live returns in the fall of 2022.

The three museums that are part of Levine Center for the Arts — Mint Museum Uptown, The Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, and the Harvey B. Gantt Center for...

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Looking for things to do in Charlotte this weekend? You came to the right place! This list contains free and cheap things to do from Friday to Sunday (or Monday if it’s a holiday weekend.)

You’ll find festivals, live music and dance, kids’ activities, organized hikes, seasonal activities, learning opportunities and so much...

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Independent Picture House, at 4237 Raleigh Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is a non-profit community cinema that screens diverse, foreign and independent films.

Memberships are a way to help support Independent Picture House, and they gain you benefits as well.

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Whether you’re shopping for Valentine’s Day, for a specific need, or just browsing, take a look at this list of trending deals at Amazon today. All of these items have steep markdowns in price at the time of this post, although deals can end suddenly and prices can change frequently.

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As Valentine’s Day approaches, the price of roses might rise, but not at Whole Foods Market.

Whole Foods Market is bringing back its very popular deal on roses.

From February 8th to 14th, 2023, get two dozen roses for just $24.99, while supplies last.

You might also be interested in:

• Free and cheap...

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The Market at 7th Street, at 224 E 7th Street, Charlotte, NC, is a great place to stop for a meal, a snack, or even a little shopping.

On Wednesdays, save 20% on every purchase except alcohol and gift cards when you pay with Apple Pay. Wednesday hours are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., but individual vendor hours might vary.

This promotion was announced...

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Dogs have always been valued guests at U.S. National Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Parkway, Charlotte, but they get their own festival, on February 11th, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Seoul Food Meat Company, which serves up a traditional BBQ menu with an Asian twist to every item, is hosting celebrations at both locations on February 19th, 2023, from 11:30 a.m. until midnight.

At its South End location, 1400 S Church Street, Charlotte, it will be celebrating its 8th anniversary. And at its new Mill District location,...

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What is there to do this week in Charlotte? A lot! This list includes things to do in Charlotte, and surrounding areas, this week, from Monday to Sunday.

You’ll find festivals, live music and dance, kids’ activities, organized hikes, seasonal activities, learning opportunities and so much more.

We focus on free and cheap events,...

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For the first time, Carowinds is open all year. In January, February and March of 2023, Carowinds is open select days.

Groupon has a deal for discount Carowinds tickets, good any day it’s open, from January 14th to March 5th, 2023. During this time period, Carowinds is open on Saturdays and...

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If you’re planning for Valentine’s Day in Charlotte, check out our growing list of Valentine’s Day parties, markets, and gatherings of all kind.

We’re not forgetting those among us who don’t have a romantic partner. Many of these ideas are perfect for enjoy with a friend, with family, or on...

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MakerSpace Charlotte is a community where makers, programmers, scientists, engineers, students and creative minds have access to an unbelievable amount of equipment and building space.

The 2700 square foot space is at 900 Pressley Road, which is in Southwest Charlotte, convenient to I-77.

Members get 24-hour,...

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Looking for a Valentine’s Day gift but want to avoid the mad dash to the drugstore, or the overpriced flowers? Here are some ideas for Valentine gifts with a local twist. Celebrate your Valentine, while also celebrating the Queen City.

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The Gaston County Museum is partnering with the National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Inc, Epsilon Sigma Chapter for a Celebration of Black History on February 18th at 12 p.m. The celebration will take place at the First Congregational United Church of Christ, 611 Ray Street, Kings Mountain, North Carolina.

The church is in the Lincoln...

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Carolina Alpaca Celebration is the biggest alpaca event in the southeast and it is free to the public. It takes place at the Cabarrus Arena and Events Center, 4751 NC-49, Concord, on Saturday, February 11th, and Sunday, February 12th, 2023.

Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Parking is $7....

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UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens’ Valentine’s event is back, expanded and in an in-person format.

The Orchid Festival and Ganache in the Gardens will take place February 11th and 12th, 2023, from 12 to 5 p.m. each day.

Most of the events will take place at Cone University Center, 9025 University Road, with selected events at...

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Potions & Pixels is a group with a passion for games. They have a library of around 300 games, including nostalgic games from childhood, party games and strategic games. They hold game nights at various venues, and they bring 75-100 of their games to each event.

You can find their schedule on their Facebook page.

Here’s...

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If you haven’t tried Popbar yet, you’re in for a treat! Choose your flavor of gelato, your coating (aka dip), and your toppings (aka poppings), and walk away with it all on a stick.

Popbar had...

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As you’re planning Valentine’s Day, there are many ways to show your love for that special someone. We’ve put together a list of truly local Charlotte Valentine’s gifts, as well as a list of 50+ cheap dates in Charlotte.

If you’re shopping online, here are some frugal Valentine’s gifts in any price range.

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Epiphany Lutheran Church, at 2370 West Main Street in Rock Hill, South Carolina, is hosting the Annual Chocolate Festival on Saturday, February 11th, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

There are freebies for both adults and kids, plus decadent treats for sale. Maybe shop for a Valentine’s Day gift?

Here’s some of what’s going...

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Cracker Barrel wants to be your go-to spot for romance on Valentine’s Day. Here’s some of what they have up their sleeves!

Check out our guide to Valentine’s Day in Charlotte, including cheap dates, local chocolate, Valentine’s Day events and more.

I Said Yes at Cracker Barrel

Cracker Barrel will award five lucky...

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Picasso Landscapes: Out of Bounds

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Black History Month, which takes place in February every year, is celebrated throughout the Charlotte area with festivals, storytelling, performances, lectures, film, and much more.

We’re putting together a list of some of the special events taking place in Charlotte for Black History Month in 2023, as well as a couple of places that have...

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Looking for a restaurant for Valentine’s Day in Charlotte? Here are some restaurants where you can get a special Valentine’s Day dinner for two. Prices are a little bit higher than past years, but we are still highlighting options that are good values.

Also, please scroll down for a list of Valentine’s...

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The opening of SouthEnd Arts’ new exhibition, “BOTCHED,” will take place on Friday, February 10th, 2023, from 6 to 8 p.m., at CPCC Harris Campus, 3210 CPCC Harris Campus Drive, Charlotte.

Admission is $8.

You might be interested in a list of Charlotte art museums, galleries and events.

This experience will take you on a...

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Although the first pizza is thought to have been invented in Naples in the early 1500s, there’s no denying that pizza is the one of the most popular foods (or at least the most frequently delivered food) for many Americans.

Thursday, February 9th, 2023, is National Pizza Day! Read on for the current deals from some...

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Get a FREE portrait of you and your Valentine in front of the Confetti Hearts Mural on the rail trail.

Head to The Design Center of the Carolinas, 101 West Worthington Avenue, Charlotte, NC, on Saturday, February 11th, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Confetti Hearts Mural by Evelyn Henson is located in the Desig Center, next to Petit Philippe....

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One of the most popular events at The Schiele Museum of Natural History is the annual one-day Fossil Fair.

Fossil Fair takes place Saturday, February 25th, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Looking for a place to watch Super Bowl in 2023 without spending a football field of money? Or do you want to watch from the comfort of home, but with a great deal on food?

Read on for a list of Super Bowl watch parties, as well as info from local restaurants that are offering take-home feasts for Super Bowl Sunday.

Super Bowl Sunday is...

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Super Abari Game Bar, 1015 Seigle Avenue, Charlotte, NC, is hosting a special event for Valentine’s Day.

On Tuesday, February 14th, 2023, from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m., come on by for Valentine’s Day Special and Split Flipper Tournament.

A host of two-player games will be on FREE PLAY all night.

Check out our guide to...

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Every Friday in February and March of 2023, Camp North End and Aurora Star Lit Cinema are bringing an indoor movie series to Camp North End.

Be Kind, Rewind will take place in the Historic Ford Building at 1774 Statesville Avenue, Charlotte, NC. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the movie starts at 7:30 p.m.

Bring your own chair.

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The Ballantyne Arts Center’s Theatre Performance Company will be performing an interactive production of some of Aesop’s classic fables in their show “Don’t Count Your Chickens Until They Cry Wolf!”

This free performance takes place in the Rachel Giblin Teen Center at the Morrison Family YMCA, 9406 Bryant Farms Road,...

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Grammy nominated Imani Winds will be performing at Free Range Brewing, 2320 N Davidson Street, Charlotte, NC, on Saturday, February 25th, 2023. There will be two performances, at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.

The concerts are free, but tickets are required.

The wind quartet, based in New York, is known for performing both traditional chamber music...

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Cornelius Parks & Recreation Department and Smithville CommUNITY Coalition are presenting a Black History Month celebration on Saturday, February 25th, 2023, from 12 to 2 p.m., at the Cain Center for the Arts, 21348 Catawba Avenue, Cornelius, North Carolina.

This is a free event for the whole community, featuring performances, speakers,...

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Worried about getting your Thin Mint or Samoa fix? The Girl Scouts have you covered.

When Is Girl Scout Cookie Season?

Girl Scout cookies are available in the Charlotte area now! Girl Scout Cookie season has started (as of January 16th, 2023) for the Hornet’s Nest Council, which covers the Charlotte area.

If you know a Girl Scout,...

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NoDa Company Store, 3221 Yadkin Avenue, might be NoDa’s best hangout. There’s ample seating, they sell food and drink (much of it local), host food trucks, and mix up some really good Sangria, as well as their signature NoDa Colada.

And the setting is possibly (probably?) the most...

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Check out a huge calendar of events at Charlotte breweries.

Both locations host frequent events. You can...

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Table for two? For the 15th year, select Waffle House restaurants are pulling out all the stops and setting the stage for a romantic Valentine’s evening — complete with Valentine-themed decorations, candles, and soft dinner music.

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