Charlotte Hounds vs. Hamilton Nationals
The Charlotte Hounds on Saturday night knocked off the Ohio Machine 13-10 in front of 4,246 fans at Selby Stadium in Delaware, OH. With the win and a loss earlier in the evening by the Boston Cannons, the Hounds (6-6) move back into the fourth and final spot in the MLL playoff standings. The Hounds return to Charlotte this weekend for their FINAL home game of the 2013 season. They will face the Hamilton Nationals (9-3) at American Legion Memorial Stadium at 7:00pm ET on Saturday, Aug. 3 at Memorial Stadium. Lots open at 3 pm and gates open at 6 pm. Parking is $5 and is located right on the stadium’s campus. This game is also the Hounds’ Pink Nite! supporting Susan G Komen for the Cure, Charlotte. Pink Ts will be on sale with proceeds being donated to Komen for the Cure. If you’d like to have your ticket purchase support Komen for the Cure as well, enter the code PINK HOUNDS. Click here to purchase tickets. The Nationals are coming off a 17-12 win over the Cannons. The Hounds are currently in 4th place in the league at 6-6. The top 4 teams make it to Championship weekend and they need to win to hold their spot – HUGE accomplishment for a team in its second season! Come cheer on the Hounds!
FRIDAY, August 2
Studio Movie Grill – Shrek
Children’s Summer Series
EpiCentre – Studio Movie Grill
210 East Trade Street, Ste. D-290, Charlotte, NC (704) 972-1062
August 2, 11:00am, All ages, Adults $2, Kids $1
Summary: Studio Movie Grill (SMG) is the pioneer of the in-thaeter dining concept, offering first-run movies and alternative programming alongside an American Grill menu and full service bar.
Kids Bowl Free
10 Park Lanes
1700 Montford Drive, Charlotte, NC (704) 523-7633
August 2, 9:00am-5:00pm, Ages k-8th grade, Free, Registration required
Summary: Register for kids bowl free and enjoy 2 free games of bowling every day all summer long!
Kids Bowl Free
StrikeCity
210 E Trade St., Charlotte, NC (704) 716-9300
August 2, 11:00am – 5:00pm, Ages 13 and under, $5/person food and drink minimum
Summary: Are you a mom, dad or nanny looking for something to do this summer? Look no further because we are free bowling for kids all summer long. Come in, cool off and enjoy some family bowling. Kids 13 and under are welcome to come into StrikeCity anytime between 11am until 5pm, Monday through Friday.
Discovery Place
301 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
August 2, 9:00am – 5:00pm, All ages, free with museum admission
Summary: click on the links below for show times and ticket prices.
Animal Grossology – introduces scientific concepts in ways that make kids giggle. Get a fresh take on some of the more disgusting things animals do and how blood, vomit, pellets and more can be fun, funky and fascinating.
Nano – a special limited mini exhibition. This interactive exhibition engages family audiences in nanoscale science, engineering, and technology. Hands-on exhibits present the basics of nanoscience and engineering, introduce some real world applications, and explore the societal and ethical implications of this new technology.
Sub-Zero – The coolest thing in Charlotte this side of -321 degrees. Join our resident physicist at “The Stage” to chill out and explore a world below freezing. With materials so cold they can only be touched with cryogenic gloves, you’re in for an icy treat.
Fired Up! Join us for Fiery fun. Oxygen, heat and fuel form the fire triangle! Join us for some explosively fun experiments.
Animalopolis will take you on a voyage into the magical world of animals. A bit fanciful, a bit “Seussian” perhaps, a place of good natured humor, beauty and just plain fun.
Flight of the Butterflies – Experience the most incredible migration on earth. It’s a natural history epic. It’s a compelling detective story. It’s a scientific adventure at its best.
Blakeney Summer Concert Series – DJ Chuck (Party DJ)
Blakeney Shopping Center
Ardrey Kell and Rea Road Charlotte, NC (704) 523-0272
August 2, 7:00pm – 10:00pm, All ages, free
Summary: Bring you boogie shoes and dance the night away.
Summer Music Concert Series
Stonecrest at Piper Glen (Ballantyne)
I-485 and Rae Road
August 2, 7:00pm – 10:00pm, All ages, Free
Summary: two stages, two musicians and two nights (August 2 & 3 ) of family fun!
Movies on the Green
Promenade on Providence
Providence Road and I-485
August 2, Movie starts at dusk, All ages, Free
Summary: Wreck-It-Ralph.
Movies Under the Stars: Rise of the Guardians
Symphony Park
4400 Sharon Road (behind SouthPark Mall)
August 2, 7:00pm, All ages, Free
Summary: The month of August brings fun for the entire family; movies, activities and musical performances.
SATURDAY, August 3
Lake Norman Mothers of Multiples Fall Consignment Sale
Brawley Middle School
132 Swift Arrow Drive, Mooresville, NC
August 3, 7:00am-1:00pm, All ages, Free
Summary: Find anything you need for your little ones at this huge sale. Cash-only
Discovery Place
301 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
August 3, 10:00am – 6:00pm, All ages, free with museum admission
Summary: click on the links below for show times and ticket prices.
Animal Grossology – introduces scientific concepts in ways that make kids giggle. Get a fresh take on some of the more disgusting things animals do and how blood, vomit, pellets and more can be fun, funky and fascinating.
Nano – a special limited mini exhibition. This interactive exhibition engages family audiences in nanoscale science, engineering, and technology. Hands-on exhibits present the basics of nanoscience and engineering, introduce some real world applications, and explore the societal and ethical implications of this new technology.
Sub-Zero – The coolest thing in Charlotte this side of -321 degrees. Join our resident physicist at “The Stage” to chill out and explore a world below freezing. With materials so cold they can only be touched with cryogenic gloves, you’re in for an icy treat.
Fired Up! Join us for Fiery fun. Oxygen, heat and fuel form the fire triangle! Join us for some explosively fun experiments.
Animalopolis will take you on a voyage into the magical world of animals. A bit fanciful, a bit “Seussian” perhaps, a place of good natured humor, beauty and just plain fun.
Flight of the Butterflies – Experience the most incredible migration on earth. It’s a natural history epic. It’s a compelling detective story. It’s a scientific adventure at its best.
Charlotte Nature Museum
1658 Sterling Road, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
August 3,10:00am – 1:00pm, All ages, Activities are free with museum admission
Summary: Bring little ones for just an hour or the whole day and experience wildlife through live animal exhibits and interactive education programs. The Museum is easy to navigate with fun surprises around every corner. Kids can roam The Great Hall and visit Beginnings, an area filled with young animals and information on their lifecycles.
Exhibits: Wander Charlotte Nature Museum and encounter the finned, furred and feathered. Little ones will experience the natural world in a fun environment that encourages hands-on exploration and self-directed learning.
Shows: Charlotte Nature Museum’s professional Puppet Theatre offers nature-based puppet shows and coordinated programming especially designed for young viewers. Grandpa Tree can be found in the Nature Dome by the “nighttime campfire”, with his forest friends. Join us in the woods and enjoy captivating tales of wildlife.
Live Bird Presentation
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 875-6521
August 3, 11:00am -11:30am, All ages, Free with regular admission
Summary: Docent volunteers present 3-4 species of birds on glove and discuss the natural history of featured birds in our Festival Area.
Vulture Feeding
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 875-6521
August 3, 12:30pm -1:00pm, All ages, Free with regular admission
Summary: Vultures are smart! Come see them play with their food at our weekly vulture feeding presented by our knowledgeable docent volunteers.
Talons: Birds of the World Flight Show
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 875-6521
August 3, 1:00pm – 1:30pm & 3:00pm – 3:30pm, All ages, Regular admission + $5.00
Summary: Watch for your opportunity to see these amazing birds in flight!
Hope For All Dogs
Blakeney Shopping Center
Ardrey Kell and Rea Road Charlotte, NC (704) 523-0272
August 3, 11:30am – 2:30pm, All ages, free
Summary: Adoption Fair and Micro Chip Clinic at Blakeney on the green across from Brixx Pizza the 1st Saturday of each month from 11:30AM to 2:30PM Dates subject to change: Please stop by to see our dogs that are available for adoption and get your dog or cat micro chipped.
Charlotte Hounds vs. Hamilton Nationals
American Legion Memorial Stadium
310 North Kings Drive Charlotte, NC (704) 206-1515
August 3, Gates open at 6:00pm, game starts at 7:00pm, All ages, $12.50+
Summary: Every game counts as the Hounds struggle to hold onto the final playoff spot.
Summer Music Concert Series
Stonecrest at Piper Glen (Ballantyne)
I-485 and Rae Road
August 3, 7:00pm – 10:00pm, All ages, Free
Summary: two stages, two musicians and two nights (August 2 & 3) of family fun!
SUNDAY August 4
Discovery Place
301 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
August 4, 12:00pm – 5:00pm, All ages, free with museum admission
Summary: click on the links below for show times and ticket prices.
Animal Grossology – introduces scientific concepts in ways that make kids giggle. Get a fresh take on some of the more disgusting things animals do and how blood, vomit, pellets and more can be fun, funky and fascinating.
Nano – a special limited mini exhibition. This interactive exhibition engages family audiences in nanoscale science, engineering, and technology. Hands-on exhibits present the basics of nanoscience and engineering, introduce some real world applications, and explore the societal and ethical implications of this new technology.
Sub-Zero – The coolest thing in Charlotte this side of -321 degrees. Join our resident physicist at “The Stage” to chill out and explore a world below freezing. With materials so cold they can only be touched with cryogenic gloves, you’re in for an icy treat.
Fired Up! Join us for Fiery fun. Oxygen, heat and fuel form the fire triangle! Join us for some explosively fun experiments.
Animalopolis will take you on a voyage into the magical world of animals. A bit fanciful, a bit “Seussian” perhaps, a place of good natured humor, beauty and just plain fun.
Flight of the Butterflies – Experience the most incredible migration on earth. It’s a natural history epic. It’s a compelling detective story. It’s a scientific adventure at its best.
Talons: Birds of the World Flight Show
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 875-6521
August 4, 1:00pm -1:30pm, 3:00pm – 3:30pm, All ages, Regular admission + $5.00
Summary: Watch for your opportunity to see these amazing birds in flight!
Live Bird Presentation
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 875-6521
August 4, 2:00pm -2:30pm, All ages, others free with regular admission
Summary: Docent volunteers present 3-4 species of birds on glove and discuss the natural history of featured birds in our Festival Area.
Save the Date for Next Week!
Green Jeans Consignment Sale
August 15-18 at 2229 Tyvola Road (the Queens University Sports Complex)
Wednesday, August 14 (Charity Pre-sale), 7-10pm (limited to 50 pre-paid shoppers)
Thursday, August 15, 9am-8pm
Friday, August 16, 9am-8pm
Saturday, August 17, 9am-8pm*
Sunday, August 18, 9am-1pm*
Green Jeans is hosting a Charity Pre-Sale, Wednesday, August 14 from 7-10pm. Tickets (limited to 50) are $12 and will benefit Baby Bundles. Purchase your tickets HERE.
Interested in consigning? A few spots remain, but there will be a sizable waiting list for consignors. Green Jeans accepts only 200 consignors each sale and pays out 65-75% depending on how many hours consignors volunteer at the sale. Click HERE to register and read about becoming a consignor.
