Arts & Science Council

Piano Classes
2025-06-19 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-06-26 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | Eastway Regional Recreation Center, 3150 Eastway Pk Dr., Charlotte, 28213, United States
Presented by B Music Youth
When: Thursdays from February – June 2025 (5:30pm – 7:30pm)
Where: Eastway Regional Center (3150 Eastway Pk Dr, Charlotte, NC 28213)

Musical Storytime 2.5 Session
2025-06-21 10:30 - 11:30 | West Blvd. Library, 2157 West Blvd, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
Presented by Opera Carolina
When: Saturday, June 21 (10:30am)
Where: West Boulevard Library (2157 West Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28208)

Poetic Alchemy Workshop with Zulynette
2025-06-21 11:00 - 12:00 | Goodyear Arts, 301 Camp Rd #200, Charlotte, NC, 28206, United States
Presented by Guerilla Poets
When: June 21 (11am)
Where: Goodyear Arts (301 Camp Rd #200, Charlotte, NC 28206)

Free Art, Music & Poetry Workshops!
Come explore and express yourself through creativity. All ages welcome, all supplies provided.
Lean into self expression with this powerful poetry workshop!

Robot and Drone Showcase
2025-06-21 13:30 - 15:30 | Tuckaseegee Recreation Center, 4820 Tuckaseegee Rd., Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
Presented by Queen City Robotics Alliance
When: Saturday, June 21 (1:30 – 3:30 pm)
Where: Tuckaseegee Recreation Center (4820 Tuckaseegee Rd Charlotte, NC 28208)

Join QCRA’s FREE Showcase! Experience hands-on robot fun, meet robotics competition teams, and explore STEM topics. All ages welcome!

6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration on the Historic West End Corridor: An Ode to West Fest
2025-06-21 14:00 - 18:00 | West Charlotte High School, 2219 Senior Dr., Charlotte, 28216
Presented by For The Struggle and The Gantt
When: Saturday, June 21 (2:00 PM – 6:00 PM)
Where: Senior Drive in front of West Charlotte High School, Charlotte, NC

Join us as we honor the rich history and vibrant culture of our community featuring Live Performances, Cultural Exhibits and Art Installations, Food Trucks, Family-Friendly Activities and Games, Community Resource Fair, and West Fest’s iconic dance competition!

Crafts For The People - Journal Workshop
2025-06-22 12:00 - 17:00 | Matthews Community Center, 100 E McDowell St, Matthews, NC, 28105, United States
Presented by Crafts for the People
When: Sunday, June 22 (12-5pm)
Where: Matthews Community Center (100 E McDowell St, Matthews, NC 28105)

Craft unique leather covers for your journal and mini journal, combining durability with classic style to encapsulate your thoughts and plans. Register here.

Capoeira Community Class
2025-06-22 14:00 - 15:00 | Eastway Regional Recreation Center, 3150 Eastway Pk Dr., Charlotte, 28213, United States
Presented by Queen City Ginga
When: Sundays (2pm) from February 2 through June 22
Where: Eastway Regional Recreation Center (3150 Eastway Park Dr., Charlotte, NC 28213)
Email info@tacfoundation.org to register.

Musical Theater Classes
2025-06-23 17:45 - 19:45, 2025-06-30 17:45 - 19:45 | Belle Johnston Community Center, 1000 Johnston Dr., Pineville, NC, 28134, United States
Presented by Ignite Dance Productions
When: February 3, 17, 24 / March 3, 17, 24, 31 / April 7, 28 / May 5, 19 / June 2, 16, 23, 30
5:45-6:45 PM Youth (Ages 6-10)
6:45-7:45 PM Teen (Ages 11-18)
Where: Belle Johnston Community Center (1000 Johnston Dr, Pineville, NC 28134)

Step into the spotlight in our Musical Theater class, where you’ll learn jazzy dance moves, bring characters to life, and explore costume and set design. This full theater experience helps you build confidence, creativity, and teamwork while discovering the magic behind the scenes. Grow as a performer and leader while creating unforgettable moments on stage and beyond! Join us for one class, a few classes, or the entire series! Register here: IgniteDanceProductions.com

Cardio Drumming Classes
2025-06-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Belle Johnston Community Center, 1000 Johnston Dr., Pineville, NC, 28134, United States
Presented by Ignite Dance Productions
When: Tuesdays at 10am starting February 4 through June 24 (no class on April 15)
Where: Belle Johnston Community Center (1000 Johnston Dr, Pineville, NC 28134)

**The class on May 27th will take place at Elon Recreation Center**

Join us for an exhilarating class designed to unleash your inner rhythm and boost your fitness! Get ready to sweat and groove as you drum to energetic beats, sculpting your body and invigorating your spirit. No drumming experience required – just bring your enthusiasm and get ready to rock your workout! This class is perfect for adults and seniors of all ages and mobility levels. Join us for one class, a few classes, or the entire series! Register here: IgniteDanceProductions.com

Diva Delores and the Opera House Mouse
2025-06-24 13:00 - 14:00 | South Blvd. Library, 4429 South Blvd., Charlotte, 28209, United States
Presented by Opera Carolina
When: Tuesday, June 24 (1pm)
Where: South Boulevard Library (4429 South Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28209)

She craves glamour and spotlights and praise—and she’s getting her chance to take center stage. But it’s all going wrong; she’s missing her entrance and flubbing her song. Fernando can save her—but only if Delores behaves.

Piano Classes
2025-06-24 17:30 - 19:30 | Northern Regional Rec Center, 18121 Old Statesville Rd., Cornelius, NC, 28031, United States
Presented by B Music Youth
When: Tuesdays from February – June 2025
Where: Cornelius Location (Northern Regional Center) Tuesdays (5:30pm & 6:30pm)

Pueblos
2025-06-25 14:00 - 15:00 | Matthews Community Center, 100 E McDowell St, Matthews, NC, 28105, United States
Presented by Criss Cross Mangosauce
When: January 5, February 1, March 29, June 25 (2pm)
Where: Matthews Community Center (100 E McDowell St, Matthews, NC 28105)

Talleres de expresión artística para niños / Expressive arts children program

Conecta con la infancia de Latinoamérica a través del arte, la música y el teatro. Tus hijos vivirán una experiencia única donde podrán explorar su creatividad, conocer las tradiciones artísticas de nuestra cultura latina y pasar un momento inolvidable. ¡Les va a encantar! Los esperamos con los brazos abiertos para celebrar el arte, las raíces y la imaginación.

Embodying Legacy
2025-06-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Tuckaseegee Recreation Center, 4820 Tuckaseegee Rd., Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
Presented by Moving Spirits
When: Wednesdays from February 5 through Wednesday, June 25 (6pm)
Where: Tuckaseegee Recreation Center (4820 Tuskaseegee Rd., Charlotte, NC 28208)

Presented by Moving Spirits Inc., Embodying Legacy is an artistic and educational program celebrating the rich traditions of dance, music, and cultural heritage within the African diaspora. Held on Wednesday evenings (February -June) from 6:00 to 7:30 PM at the Tuckaseegee Recreation Center, this program invites participants of all abilities, address 8+ to engage in an immersive dance cultural experience.
Each session focuses on a different aspect of African diaspora traditions, blending historical and cultural insights with movement and music practices. Participants will explore dance forms such as vintage jazz, Samba, Orisha dances, and Afro-Brazilian traditions while learning their historical significance and modern evolution. Guided by experienced artists and facilitators, the program fosters a sense of community, cultural pride, and personal connection through the arts.
Sessions include a welcome, community check-in, short warm-up, movement practice, choreography, and reflective discussions. Embodying Legacy is designed to honor and preserve the stories of resilience, identity, and heritage that have shaped these artistic expressions.
This inclusive program is an opportunity to learn, connect, and celebrate the enduring legacies of African and African-descendant communities. Whether you’re an experienced dancer or new to movement, Embodying Legacy offers a space to explore and honor cultural heritage through the universal language of dance and music.
Join us for this meaningful journey every Wednesday evening at the Tuckaseegee Recreation Center!
Email: movingspiritsinc.wellness@gmail.com

Jazz for All Educational Concert Series
2025-06-26 16:00 - 18:00 | Tyvola Senior Center, 2225 Tyvola Rd, Charlotte, NC, 28210, United States
Presented by Ziad Jazz Quartet
When: Thursday, Feb 27 / Thursday, April 24 / Thursday May 22 / Thursday June 26 (4-6 PM)
Where: Tyvola Senior Center (2225 Tyvola Road, Charlotte, NC 28210)

The Jazz for All Educational Concert Series, featuring the Ziad Jazz Quartet, will educate and inspire appreciation for improvisational jazz music. Each month will feature a different artist or genre of jazz music. Audience members will learn through performance and discussion of the artist and the history and significance of jazz as a music genre.

Steele Creek Block Party
2025-06-28 11:00 - 15:00 | Steele Creek Community Place, 13501 S Tryon St., Charlotte, 28278, United States
Presented by Steele Creek Community Place
When: Saturday, June 8 ( 11am – 3pm)
Where: Steele Creek Community Place (13501 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28278)

This vibrant event is the capstone of Steele Creek Celebrations: Films, Flavors & Fun, a dynamic program that brings the community together through culture, cuisine, and storytelling.
Featured Activities Include:

Live performance by a local African-American band
Line dancing performances for all ages
Culinary demonstrations of global and local flavors by Javesca Coffee
Steele Creek history presentation with historian Linda Lawless Blackwelder
Interactive Mobile Art Studio with acclaimed artist and activist Rosalia Torres, featuring community workshops and a screening of The Magic Kite, a powerful film exploring the realities of immigration and family separation

“The Magic Kite” reflects the lived experiences of many in our community and will serve as a powerful centerpiece for cultural dialogue and collective healing. We are honored to feature Rosalia’s work, which invites empathy, sparks conversation, and uplifts voices too often unheard.

Clay Workshops (School Age & Families)
2025-07-01 10:30 - 11:30 | West Blvd. Library, 2157 West Blvd, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
Presented by Clayworks
When: July 1, August 5, September 2, October 25, November 22 and December 20 (10:30am)
Where: West Blvd. Library (2157 West Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28208)

During a Clayworks workshop, one of our talented teaching artists will lead the participants in a hands-on-clay making session using a variety of handbuilding techniques. The projects will travel back to Clayworks where they will dry and go through their 2-step firing process. We will glaze the projects before returning them to the location where you participated in the workshop. That location will contact you with pickup instructions.
Space is limited in each workshop and they fill up quickly! Be sure to register using the link below or by contacting the location.

Musical Storytime: Diva Delores and The Opera House Mouse
2025-07-02 10:00 - 11:00 | University City Library, 5528 Waters Edge Village Drive, Charlotte, NC, 28262, United States
Presented by Opera Carolina
When: Wednesday, July 2 (10am)
Where: University City Library (5528 Waters Edge Village Drive, Charlotte, NC 28262)

Senior Ballet
2025-07-03 15:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-10 15:00 - 16:00 | Northern Regional Rec Center, 18121 Old Statesville Rd., Cornelius, NC, 28031, United States
Presented by Charlotte Ballet
When: Thursdays, July 3 – Aug. 21 (3pm)
Where: Northern Regional Recreation Center (18121 Old Statesville Rd, Cornelius, NC 28031)

Open to all ages and skill levels, classes take place weekly, excluding holidays.
For more information please contact Community Engagement Supervisor, Deborah Maine
dmaine@charlotteballet.org | 704.414.2792

Clay Workshops (Families/All Ages)
2025-07-05 10:30 - 11:30 | Tuckaseegee Recreation Center, 4820 Tuckaseegee Rd., Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
Presented by Clayworks
When: July 5, August 2, September 6, October 4, November 1 and December 6 (10:30am)
Where: Tuckaseegee Recreation Center (4820 Tuckaseegee Rd, Charlotte, NC 28208)

During a Clayworks workshop, one of our talented teaching artists will lead the participants in a hands-on-clay making session using a variety of handbuilding techniques. The projects will travel back to Clayworks where they will dry and go through their 2-step firing process. We will glaze the projects before returning them to the location where you participated in the workshop. That location will contact you with pickup instructions.
Space is limited in each workshop and they fill up quickly! Be sure to register using the link below or by contacting the location.

Community Grooves (Young Children & Guardians)
2025-07-08 10:30 - 11:30 | Allegra Westbrooks Regional Library, 2412 Beatties Ford Rd, Charlotte, 28216, United States
Presented by Piedmont Music Therapy
When: July 8, August 12, Sept. 9, & Oct. 21
Where: Allegra Westbrooks Regional Library (2412 Beatties Ford Rd, Charlotte, NC 28216)

Neighbors of all abilities are invited for a 4-week series to explore songs & instruments in connection with how music can help express & manage emotions. Participants are welcome to enjoy music-making to improve their day & connection to the community! Check locations for young children, adolescents, adults with disabilities or senior program availability, led by staff from Piedmont Music Therapy. No prior musical experience required. Register online or via phone (803-206-2044)

Musical Storytime: Diva Delores and The Opera House Mouse
2025-07-08 10:30 - 11:30 | Tuckaseegee Recreation Center, 4820 Tuckaseegee Rd., Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
Presented by Opera Carolina
When: Tuesday, July 8 (10:30am)
Where: Tuckaseegee Recreation Center (4820 Tuckaseegee Rd, Charlotte, NC 28208)

Barnyard News by Troupe 801
2025-07-09 11:00 - 12:00 | Hickory Grove Library, 5935 Hickory Grove Rd, Charlotte, NC, 28215, United States
Presented by InReach
When: July 9, August 12, September 10, October 7, November 18 and December 9 (11am)
Where: Hickory Grove Library (5935 Hickory Grove Rd, Charlotte, NC 28215)

Troupe 801 is a professional touring puppet troupe comprised of individuals with special needs. The shows “Barnyard News” and “What’s all the Buzz About” teaches a message of acceptance of all and that our uniqueness is what makes each of us special.
The performance is approximately 20 minutes with an additional 10 minutes allotted for the introduction of Troupe 801 puppeteers as well as an opportunity for the audience to “meet” the puppets and ask questions. We use a pre-recorded soundtrack to allow the puppeteers to focus on the manipulation of the puppets and the changing of the set and props. The stage includes a scrim backdrop which allows for a “reveal” at the end of the performance, the members of the Troupe have disabilities. The coloring sheets with talking points, information about the puppeteers, and theme of the show is passed out to the audience. The audience is given the opportunity to provide feedback through a brief survey distributed at the beginning of the show.
An ideal venue for a live performance would be an open area that allows us to set up our approximately 4-foot by 6-foot portable wheelchair accessible puppet stage. We provide our own AV equipment but will need at least one 4-foot table to stage our props and access to an electrical outlet.
Since 1974, InReach has provided unique programs and services to individuals (ages 4 years and up) with developmental, intellectual, or other disabilities in the Charlotte community. Our mission is to be a leader in providing innovative housing, employment, and community services to support people with intellectual, developmental, and other disabilities and their families. Our vision is empowering people we support to realize that their goals, aspirations and dreams are within reach.
If you would like more information about Troupe 801 or to schedule a performance, please contact:
Kelly Perez at 704.536.6661 ext. 401 or kperez@inreachnc.org
John Wirz at 704.536.6661 ext. 461 or jwirz@inreachnc.org.

Musical Storytime: Diva Delores and The Opera House Mouse
2025-07-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Independence Regional Library, 6000 Conference Dr., Charlotte, NC, 28212, United States
Presented by Opera Carolina
When: Thursday, July 10 (10am)
Where: Independence Library (6000 Conference Dr, Charlotte, NC 28212)

One Hour Musician
2025-07-10 10:30 - 11:30 | West Blvd. Library, 2157 West Blvd, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
Presented by Madi Marks
When: July 10, July 17 & July 24 (10:30am)
Where: West Boulevard Library (2157 West Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28208)

One hour musician teaches your kids how to become a musician in only ONE HOUR! Please review the available slots and click on the button to sign up!

Community Dance Classes for Seniors
2025-07-11 09:00 - 10:00 | David B. Waymer Recreation Center, 14008 Holbrooks Rd., Huntersville, 28078, United States
Presented by Movement Migration
When: Every Friday through December 2025 (9am)*
Where: David B. Waymer Recreation Center (14008 Holbrooks Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078)
*Please note: There will be no classes on May 23 (Memorial Day, observed), June 27, July 4 (Independence Day), November 28 (Thanksgiving Friday), and December 26 (Christmas Friday).

Join Movement Migration for free community dance classes for seniors. Classes will be taught by Movement Migration dance artists and select classes will have live music by local musicians!

Mithila Art Workshop
2025-07-11 10:00 - 11:30 | Belle Johnston Community Center, 1000 Johnston Dr., Pineville, NC, 28134, United States
Presented by Rupam Varma
When: Fridays July 11, 18, 25; August 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 (10am)
Where: Belle Johnston Community Center (1000 Johnston Dr. Pineville, NC, 28134)

Join artist Rupam Varma to learn about the history of Mithila art, a traditional Indian painting style caracterized by vibrant colors, geometric patterns, and illustrations of nature. You will leave each class with your own Mithila Motif! Register here.

One Hour Musician
2025-07-11 14:00 - 15:00 | South Blvd. Library, 4429 South Blvd., Charlotte, 28209, United States
Presented by Madi Marks
When: July 11, July 17 & July 24
Where: South Boulevard Library (4429 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28209)

One hour musician teaches your kids how to become a musician in only ONE HOUR! Please review the available slots and click on the button to sign up!
