Name That Tune
2025-05-10 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | Allegra Westbrooks Regional Library, 2412 Beatties Ford Rd, Charlotte, 28216, United States
Presented by Phoenix Down RPG
When: May 10 (10am)
Where: Allegra Westbrooks Library (2412 Beatties Ford Rd, Charlotte, NC 28216)

Name That Tune: Video Games is a trivia music performance presented by Phoenix Down RPG. We perform music sourced from classic retro video games all the way through to modern indie darlings. Every performance is paired with an interactive trivia component that the audience can participate in using their phone. Come enjoy music performed live by classically trained musicians in an event fun for the whole family.
For any questions, please email phoenixdownrpg@gmail.com

Paint With Me
2025-05-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Hickory Grove Library, 5935 Hickory Grove Rd, Charlotte, NC, 28215, United States
Presented by Janeva Tyree
When: March 5 (2:00-4:00 pm), May 10 (10:00 am-12:00 pm).
Where: Hickory Grove Library (5935 Hickory Grove Rd, Charlotte, NC 28215)

Community Art Class – Paint, relax, create, have fun, let loose, learn, and express yourself!

Come Together
2025-05-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Steele Creek Community Place, 13501 S Tryon St., Charlotte, 28278, United States
Presented by The Lotus Project
When: May 10 (11am – 12pm)
Where: Steele Creek Community Place (13501 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28278)

Come Together is a fun, energetic, and interactive show that explores conflict and what happens when we choose to come together instead of falling apart. Learn to breathe, share feelings, find solutions, and celebrate the power of unconditional love. The show runs about 30 minutes and is recommended for ages 2-8 with caregivers.

Lead with Love
2025-05-10 11:00 - 12:00 | University City Library, 5528 Waters Edge Village Drive, Charlotte, NC, 28262, United States
Presented by One Voice Charlotte
When: Saturday, May 10 (11am)
Where: University City Library (5528 Waters Edge Village Drive, Charlotte, NC 28262)

One Voice Chorus proudly presents Lead With Love, a heartfelt celebration of LGBTQIA+ stories through music and personal recitations. The program features an inspiring mix of music, including choral classics and contemporary anthems. The program showcases a diverse range of composers, including LGBTQIA+ creators and voices from historically excluded communities. Lead With Love celebrates the beauty of love, identity, and community through music that moves audiences to think, feel, and connect. Join us for these special concerts, where stories of resilience and inclusion take center stage.
Runtime: 60 minutes
Rating: G (all ages welcomed, though we recommend 8+ as we know that littles can sometimes get the wiggles!)
Registration: Admission is free no assigned seating. However, an RSVP is required at the link below as seating is limited and offered on a first come, first served basis.

Echoes of Africa
2025-05-10 13:00 - 15:30 | Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center, 2921 Tuckaseegee Rd, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
Presented by Charlotte African Drum and Dance Collective
When: April 19 (1 – 3:30pm), April 26 (2 – 3:30pm), May 3 (2 – 3:30pm) and May 10 (1 – 3:30pm)
Where: Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center (4820 Tuckaseegee Rd, Charlotte, NC 28208)

Come learn to play traditional West African drums with CADDC and feel the vibrant echoes of Africa in your soul!

Steele Creek Celebrations: Films, Flavors & Fun
2025-05-10 15:00 - 17:00 | Steele Creek Community Place, 13501 S Tryon St., Charlotte, 28278, United States
Presented by Steele Creek Community Place
When: February 27 through June 28
Where: Steele Creek Community Place (13501 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28278)

Steele Creek Celebrations: Films, Flavors & Fun is a dynamic community program that brings residents together for an engaging cultural experience. Over several months, Steele Creek Community Place program will feature three main components:

Movie Night Around the World

Steele Creek Culinary Experience: Sip, Brew & Cook Series

Steele Creek Block Party​

Each event is crafted to offer unique experiences, foster connections, and celebrate diversity within the Steele Creek community.

Independencia de Paraguay
2025-05-10 16:00 - 18:00 | Camino Community Center, 201 Stetson Dr, Charlotte, NC, 28262, United States
Presented by Fiestas Patrias
When: Saturday, May 10 (4pm)
Where: Camino Community Center (201 Stetson Dr., Charlotte, NC 28262)

Crafts For The People - Belt & Key Chain Workshop
2025-05-11 12:00 - 17:00 | Matthews Community Center, 100 E McDowell St, Matthews, NC, 28105, United States
Presented by Crafts for the People
When: Sunday, May 11 (12-5pm)
Where: Matthews Community Center (100 E McDowell St, Matthews, NC 28105)

Join us to create custom leather belts and key chains, essential items that offer a personal touch to everyday use. Register here.

Capoeira Community Class
2025-05-11 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.

Dance for all Abilities
2025-05-12 13:00 - 14:00 | Marion Diehl Recreation Center, 2219 Tyvola Rd., Charlotte, NC, 28210, United States
Presented by Charlotte Ballet
When: Mondays from February 3 – June 9, 2025 (1pm)
Where: Marion Diehl Recreation Center (2219 Tyvola Rd, Charlotte, NC 28210)

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

Senior Dance
2025-05-12 14:15 - 15:15 | Tyvola Senior Center, 2225 Tyvola Rd, Charlotte, NC, 28210, United States
Presented by Charlotte Ballet
When: Mondays from February 3 – June 9, 2025 (2:15pm)
Where: Tyvola Senior Center (2225 Tyvola Road, Charlotte, NC 28210)

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

Dance Without Limits
2025-05-13 10:00 - 11:00 | David B. Waymer Recreation Center, 14008 Holbrooks Rd., Huntersville, 28078, United States
Presented by Order My Steps
When: Tuesdays from February 4 through Friday, June 10 (10am)
Where: David B. Waymer Recreation Center (14008 Holbrooks Rd. Huntersville, NC)
Dance Without Limits is a senior dance class designed for all mobility levels. Improve your strength, flexibility, and coordination while exploring new genres of movement. Our goal is to promote health, community, and creativity through the art of dance. No matter where you are on your movement journey there is a place for you.
Register at https://forms.gle/4th4FgTn6us97XY66 or by calling 704-221-4787.

Cardio Drumming Classes
2025-05-13 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

Community Grooves
2025-05-13 10:45 - 11:45 | Pineville Library, 505 Main St #100, Pineville, NC, 28134, United States
Presented by Piedmont Music Therapy
When: Tuesdays from May 6 through May 27 (10:45am – 11:45am )
Where: Pineville Library (505 Main St #100, Pineville, NC 28134)

For Adults with Disabilities.

Neighbors of all abilities are invited for Community Grooves, 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, led by staff from Piedmont Music Therapy. No prior musical experience required.

Senior Dance
2025-05-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Sugaw Creek Recreation Center, 943 W Sugar Creek Rd, Charlotte, 28213, United States
Presented by Charlotte Ballet
When: Tuesdays from February 4 – June 10 (11am)
Where: Sugaw Creek Recreation Center (943 W Sugar Creek Rd, Charlotte, NC 28213)

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

Watercolor Landscapes
2025-05-13 12:00 - 13:00 | North County Regional Library, 16500 Holly Crest Lane, HUntersville, NC, 28078, United States
Presented by RA Arts for All
When: Tuesdays from February 4 – May 20 (12pm)
Where: North County Regional Library (16500 Holly Crest Ln, Huntersville, NC 28078)

Join us Tuesdays at noon in the North County Regional Library Makerspace. Learn basic watercolor techniques to build confidence and explore your own unique style as we create beautiful landscapes and washes of color and joy together. Leading with positivity, dignity, humor, and excellence. Your inclusive community of artists is waiting for you!

Jazz Fitness
2025-05-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Northern Regional Rec Center, 18121 Old Statesville Rd., Cornelius, NC, 28031, United States
Presented by Charlotte Ballet
When: Tuesdays from February 4 – June 10 (1pm)
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 Deborah Maine, Community Engagement Supervisor, at dmaine@charlotteballet.org or 704.414.2792

Piano Classes
2025-05-13 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)

Dance Without Limits
2025-05-14 10:30 - 11:30 | Southview Recreation Center, 1720 Vilma St., Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
Presented by Order My Steps
When: Wednesdays from February 5 through Wednesday, June 11 (10:30 am)
Where: Southview Recreation Center (1720 Vilma St, Charlotte, NC)
Dance Without Limits is a senior dance class designed for all mobility levels. Improve your strength, flexibility, and coordination while exploring new genres of movement. Our goal is to promote health, community, and creativity through the art of dance. No matter where you are on your movement journey there is a place for you.
Register at https://forms.gle/4th4FgTn6us97XY66 or by calling 704-221-4787.

A Busy Bee
2025-05-14 11:00 - 12:00 | North County Regional Library, 16500 Holly Crest Lane, HUntersville, NC, 28078, United States
Presented by Opera Carolina
When: Wednesday, May 14 (11am)
Where: North County Regional (16500 Holly Crest Lane, Huntersville, NC 28078)

Together we will meet Bella the honeybee who is searching for her place in her bee community. Is she a nurse bee, a cleaning bee, or perhaps a drone bee protecting the hive? Bella struggles with each job and feels discouraged. Then she meets Queen Camille who shares that everyone has a special purpose and a job only they can do. Encouraged, Bella works with her friends and discovers that she loves being a flower bee!

Embodying Legacy
2025-05-14 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

Senior Dance
2025-05-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Sugaw Creek Recreation Center, 943 W Sugar Creek Rd, Charlotte, 28213, United States
Presented by Charlotte Ballet
When: Thursdays from February 6 – June 12 (11am)
Where: Sugaw Creek Recreation Center (943 W Sugar Creek Rd, Charlotte, NC 28213)

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

Paint With Me
2025-05-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Independence Regional Library, 6000 Conference Dr., Charlotte, NC, 28212, United States
Presented by Janeva Tyree
When: March 20, May 15 (2:00-4:00 pm)
Where: Independence Regional Library (6000 Conference Dr, Charlotte, NC 28212)

Community Art Class – Paint, relax, create, have fun, let loose, learn, and express yourself!

Senior Ballet
2025-05-15 15:00 - 16:00 | Northern Regional Rec Center, 18121 Old Statesville Rd., Cornelius, NC, 28031, United States
Presented by Charlotte Ballet
When: Thursdays from February 6 – June 12, 2025 (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 Deborah Maine, Community Engagement Supervisor, at dmaine@charlotteballet.org or 704.414.2792

Community Grooves
2025-05-15 16:45 - 17:45 | Pineville Library, 505 Main St #100, Pineville, NC, 28134, United States
Presented by Piedmont Music Therapy
When: Thursdays from May 1 – 22 (4:45 – 5:45pm)
Where: Pineville Library (505 Main St #100, Pineville, NC 28134)

For Adolescents.

Neighbors of all abilities are invited for Community Grooves, 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, led by staff from Piedmont Music Therapy. No prior musical experience required.

Piano Classes
2025-05-15 17:30 - 19:30 | 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)

Dance Without Limits
2025-05-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Crews Recreation Center, 1201 Crews Rd., Matthews, 28105, United States
Presented by Order My Steps
When: Fridays from February 7 through Friday, June 13 (10 am)
Where: Crews Recreation Center (1201 Crews Road, Matthews, NC)
Dance Without Limits is a senior dance class designed for all mobility levels. Improve your strength, flexibility, and coordination while exploring new genres of movement. Our goal is to promote health, community, and creativity through the art of dance. No matter where you are on your movement journey there is a place for you.
Register at https://forms.gle/4th4FgTn6us97XY66 or by calling 704-221-4787.

Community Grooves
2025-05-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Belle Johnston Community Center, 1000 Johnston Dr., Pineville, NC, 28134, United States
Presented by Piedmont Music Therapy
When: Fridays from May 2 – 23 (10:00am – 11:00am)
Where: Belle Johnston Community Center (1000 Johnston Dr, Pineville, NC 28134)

For Seniors.

Neighbors of all abilities are invited for Community Grooves, 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, led by staff from Piedmont Music Therapy. No prior musical experience required.

Free Art Workshop with Asma Abike
2025-05-17 11:00 - 12:00 | Goodyear Arts, 301 Camp Rd #200, Charlotte, NC, 28206, United States
Presented by Guerilla Poets
When: May 17 (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.
Come create & express yourself for a wonderful morning of self care!

Come Together
2025-05-17 11:00 - 12:00 | Mallard Creek Recreation Center, 2530 Johnston Oehler Rd., Charlotte, NC, 28269, United States
Presented by The Lotus Project
When: May 17 (11am – 12pm)
Where: Mallard Creek Recreation Center (2530 Johnston Oehler Rd, Charlotte, NC 28269)

Come Together is a fun, energetic, and interactive show that explores conflict and what happens when we choose to come together instead of falling apart. Learn to breathe, share feelings, find solutions, and celebrate the power of unconditional love. The show runs about 30 minutes and is recommended for ages 2-8 with caregivers.
