Arts & Science Council

Line Dancing Class
2026-06-20 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-18 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Steele Creek Community Place, 13501 S Tryon St., Charlotte, 28278, United States
Presented by Steele Creek Community Place
When: 3rd Saturday of every month, 10am-12pm
March 21 / April 18 / May 16 / June 20 / July 18 / August 15 / Sep 19 / Oct 17 / Nov 21 / Dec 19
Where: Steele Creek Community Place, in Lobby by auditorium 2 (13501 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28278)

PUEBLOS: Cuentos, música y teatro para niños | Children storytime, music and theater
2026-06-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Matthews Community Center, 100 E McDowell St, Matthews, NC, 28105, United States
Presented by Criss Cross Mangosauce
When: February 28, March 28, May 30 and June 20 (11am)
Where: Matthews Community Center (100 E McDowell St, Matthews, NC 28105)

Community Mural Workshop with QC Family Tree Artist
2026-06-20 11:00 - 13:00 | Allegra Westbrooks Regional Library, 2412 Beatties Ford Rd, Charlotte, 28216, United States
Presented by ArtWalksCLT
When: June 20 (11am)
Where: Allegra Westbrooks Library (2412 Beatties Ford Rd, Charlotte, NC 28216)

Take a short mural walk to several murals located nearby the library and then create a community mural. Participants will be guided through a hands-on mural-making session where they will be introduced to the basics of community mural design. Using collaborative techniques, each participant will contribute to a collective mural on canvas with paint markers, celebrating their stories and voices.

Journey to Dance
2026-06-20 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-06-27 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-11 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-18 11:00 - 13:00 | NC
Presented by El Alma de la Luna
When: Saturdays, June 13, 21, 28 • July 12, 19, 26 • August 2, 8
11:00AM | Ages 3–4, 12:00PM | Ages 5–6
Where: 6006 Old Pineville Rd. Unit B, Charlotte, NC 28217

Each week, students travel to a different Latin American country through dance, music and culture.

Poetry Workshop with Nemo Sum at Goodyear Arts!
2026-06-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Goodyear Arts, 301 Camp Rd #200, Charlotte, NC, 28206, United States
Presented by Guerilla Poets
When: June 20 (1pm)
Where: Goodyear Arts (301 Camp Road, ##200 Charlotte, NC 28206)

Dive into words with Nemo Sum—share your voice, feel the verses, and embrace vulnerability together!

Join us in person in a supportive space where you can explore your inner poet! This workshop is all about embracing your voice, playing with verses, and tapping into real vulnerability. Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just curious, bring your creativity and let’s write ourselves into power.

Mocktail & Culinary Classes
2026-06-20 14:00 - 16:00 | Steele Creek Community Place, 13501 S Tryon St., Charlotte, 28278, United States
Presented by Steele Creek Community Place
When: Various Dates
Where: Steele Creek Community Place (13501 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28278)

May 16 – Sides
June 20 – Mocktails
July 18 – Sauces & Dressings
August 15 – Mocktails
September 19 – Dumplings

Tai Chi Classes
2026-06-22 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-06-25 09:30 - 11:00 | University City Library, 5528 Waters Edge Village Drive, Charlotte, NC, 28262, United States
Presented by
When: April – June (9:30 – 11am)
Where: University City Library (5528 Waters Edge Vlg Dr, Charlotte, NC 28262)

Reduce stress. Improve balance. Increase flexibility. Build strength.

Cardio Drumming and Tap Abilities Classes
2026-06-23 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-30 10:00 - 11:00 | Belle Johnston Community Center, 1000 Johnston Dr., Pineville, NC, 28134, United States
Presented by Ignite Dance Productions
When: Tuesdays from January 6 through June 30 (no classes April 7th)
Where: Belle Johnston Community Center (1000 Johnston Dr, Pineville, NC 28134)

Experience the joy of rhythm and movement in this upbeat class designed for adults and seniors of all mobility levels. Whether you’re tapping or drumming to the beat, you’ll boost your fitness, lift your mood, and have a blast – no experience needed! Just bring your energy and get ready to move!

Register via phone 704-412-1665 or online through our website, IgniteDanceProductions.com

Chair Movement and Dance for Seniors
2026-06-24 09:00 - 10:00 | Mallard Creek Recreation Center, 2530 Johnston Oehler Rd., Charlotte, NC, 28269, United States
Presented by Movement Migration
When: Various dates
Where: Mallard Creek Recreation Center (2530 Johnston Oehler Rd, Charlotte, NC 28269)

Join Movement Migration at the Mallard Creek Rec Center for our free community movement classes for seniors! Join us on Wednesdays throughout 2026 from 9 to 10 am. Classes will be taught by Movement Migration members artists.

Just Dance Class
2026-06-24 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-07-08 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-07-15 17:00 - 18:00 | Gigi’s Playhouse, 9101 Kings Parade Blvd, Charlotte, NC, 28273, United States
Presented by Inspire Inclusion Dance
When: Wednesdays 5-6pm
Where: Gigi’s Playhouse (9101 Kings Parade Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28273)

For teens, adults and seniors with or without disabilities.
April 1, 15, 22, 29
May 6, 13, 20, 27
June 3, 10, 17, 24
July 8, 15, 22, 29
August 5, 12, 19, 26
September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
October 7, 14, 21, 28
November 4,11, 18

Unleash Your Creativity: Adults Mixed Media Workshop
2026-06-24 17:00 - 18:15 | Ivory Baker Recreation Center, 1920 Stroud Park Ct., Charlotte, 28206, United States
Presented by LaDara Fine Art
When: June 24 (5-6:15pm)
Where: Ivory/Baker Recreation Center (1920 Stroud Park Ct, Charlotte, NC 28206)

Led by skilled teaching artists, each workshop offers inspiring guidance and a welcoming space to create, connect and grow. Participants complete each workshop with original artwork, practical skills and creative confidence.
All supplies provided. No experience needed. Limited to 16 participants per workshop.

Rooted & Radience - Kids Healing Cohort
2026-06-24 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-01 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center, 2921 Tuckaseegee Rd, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
Presented by Kika’s House
When:
Cohort 1 Dates: February 25; March 4, 11, 18, 25; and April 1 (6 – 7pm)
Cohort 2 Dates: June 3, 10, 17, 24; July 1 and July 8 (6 – 7pm)
Where: Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center (2921 Tuckaseegee Rd, Charlotte, NC 28208)

The Kids Healing Cohort is a free, culturally grounded wellness program hosted by Kika’s House designed to support children’s emotional well-being, self-expression, and connection.
This nurturing cohort creates a safe and engaging space for children to explore mindfulness, movement, creative expression, and community care. Through age-appropriate activities, participants build confidence, emotional awareness, and healthy coping skills in a supportive group setting.
The program centers healing, joy, and growth—meeting children where they are and encouraging them to thrive.

Full Radius Technique Dance Class
2026-06-26 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-10 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-17 11:00 - 12:00 | Open Door Studios, 3706 Central Ave, Charlotte, 28205, United States
Presented by Inspire Inclusion Dance
When: Fridays 11am-12pm
Where: Open Door Studios (3706 Central Ave., Charlotte, NC 28205)

For teens, adults and seniors with or without disabilities.
April 3, 17, 24
May 8, 15, 22, 29
June 5, 12, 19, 26
July 10, 17, 24, 31
August 7, 14, 21, 28
September 4, 11, 18, 25
October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
November 6, 13, 20

Youth Open Studio Art Classes
2026-06-27 13:00 - 15:00 | Hickory Grove Library, 5935 Hickory Grove Rd, Charlotte, NC, 28215, United States
Presented by
When: January 31, February 28, March 28, April 11, May 30, June 27 (1-3pm)
Where: Hickory Grove Library (5935 Hickory Grove Rd, Charlotte, NC 28215)

A creative and safe space for youth to create art, explore art materials, guided sensory play, and learn art techniques that bring relaxation and mindfulness. There will be a specific topic/theme for each class and participants also have access to a lot of art materials open studio style for free art expression. Classes will be a drop in style anytime between 1-3pm, and facilitated by art therapist Rebeca Carvajal, LCMHC, ATR-BC. Ages 5–17.

Contact: rebecacarvajalart@gmail.com

Unleash Your Creativity: Senior Watercolor Workshop
2026-06-29 11:00 - 12:15 | Ivory Baker Recreation Center, 1920 Stroud Park Ct., Charlotte, 28206, United States
Presented by LaDara Fine Art
When: March 16, April 6, April 20, May 4, May 11, June 1, June 15, June 29 (11am-12:15pm)
Where: Ivory/Baker Recreation Center (1920 Stroud Park Ct, Charlotte, NC 28206)

Led by skilled teaching artists, each workshop offers inspiring guidance and a welcoming space to create, connect and grow. Participants complete each workshop with original artwork, practical skills and creative confidence.
All supplies provided. No experience needed. Limited to 16 participants per workshop.

Roots in Motion Cambodian Dance Program
2026-07-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Berewick Recreation Center, 5910 Dixie River Rd., Charlotte, NC, 28278
Presented by Cambodian Legacy Project
When: Wednesdays Feb 11, Mar 11, May 13, July 8, Sep 9, Oct 14, Dec 9 (6:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
Where: Bereweick Recreation Center (5910 Dixie River Rd, Charlotte, NC 28278)

Roots in Motion is a free Cambodian dance program that celebrates tradition through movement, rhythm, and storytelling. Participants learn a variety of traditional Cambodian dances while building cultural pride, confidence, and community connection. This program welcomes all ages and experience levels to engage with Cambodian culture in an inclusive and meaningful way.

Chair Movement and Dance for Seniors
2026-07-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Mint Hill Library, 6840 Matthews-Mint Hill Rd, Mint Hill, 28227, United States
Presented by Movement Migration
When: Once a month on Fridays throughout 2026 (11AM-12PM)
Where: Mint Hill Library (6840 Matthews Mint Hill Rd, Mint Hill, NC 28227)

Join Movement Migration Dance Company for free community dance classes for seniors throughout the greater Charlotte area! Classes will be taught by Movement Migration dance artists and select classes will have live music by local musicians! See the schedule below with locations and dates.

Taste of Cambodia Cooking Program
2026-07-18 12:00 - 14:00 | Berewick Recreation Center, 5910 Dixie River Rd., Charlotte, NC, 28278
Presented by Cambodian Legacy Project
When: Saturdays July 18, Aug 15, Oct 17, Dec 19 (12:00 PM – 2:00 PM)
Where: Berewick Recreation Center (5910 Dixie River Rd, Charlotte, NC 28278)

Taste of Cambodia is a free, hands-on cooking experience guided by a Cambodian home chef. Participants learn to prepare authentic Cambodian dishes while exploring traditional ingredients, cooking techniques, and cultural stories rooted in family and community. This program uses food as a powerful way to preserve culture, build connection, and pass traditions across generations.
