It’s all Greek to me. There is no doubt that the Yiasou Greek Festival is the Greater Charlotte areas hottest event taking place this weekend. The name “Yiasou” says all you need to know (Hello, Goodbye and Cheers!) but I would add incredible food and fantastic entertainment. It’s a regular event on many people’s calendar, but if you’re one of the few that have never been, you are truly missing out and need to see what it’s all about. Hope to see you there!
Yiasou Greek Festival
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral
600 East Boulevard Charlotte, NC
September 5 – 8, See schedule for details, All ages, $3, children 12 and under are free, accompanied by a parent or guardian
Summary: The Yiasou Greek Festival began in 1978 and since then has become one of Charlotte’s largest cultural events. It is eagerly anticipated by the Charlotte community each year. Yiasou (the Greek word for Hello, Goodbye and Cheers) Greek Festival features Hellenic cultural exhibits, authentic Greek cuisine and pastries, entertainment, art, shopping and more. Experience the sights and sounds of Greece when you visit the 36th Annual Yiasou Greek Festival. It’s a time of the year when everyone can be Greek! It’s always our joy and pleasure to extend our Filoxenia (hospitality) to our festival guests. Yiasou!
Win a Trip for 2 to Greece – Yiasou Festival visitors can take a chance at winning two-round trip tickets from Charlotte to Athens, Greece, compliments of Showmars Restaurant. Raffle tickets are $2 each, $5 for three and $10 for ten.
If I don’t see you there, maybe I’ll see you at one of the other worthy events happening around the QC.
THURSDAY, September 5
Children’s Consignment Sale
Harrison United Methodist Church
15008 Lancaster Hwy, Pineville
September 5-7, See schedule for times, All ages
Summary: The Faith Circle is a group of dynamic women that are focused on serving local women and children. We have a very successful semi-annual consignment sale, the proceeds of which go towards supporting ministries in the Charlotte area.
FRIDAY, September 6
Britax Car Seat Checks
Britax North American Headquarters
13501 S. Ridge Drive, Charlotte, NC (704) 409-1695
September 6, 8:00am – 11:30am, All ages, Free
Summary: Have a certified child passenger safety technician assist you with your car seat installation. Learn the correct way to install your child seat, safety recommendations and answers to any questions you may have. No appointment needed.
Paws to Read
Morrison Regional Library
7015 Morrison Blvd., Charlotte, NC (704) 416-5400
September 6, see schedule for times and availability, Ages 5-11, Free
Summary: How do you make reading more enjoyable, just add a puppy. Enjoy some special quiet time while reading with a puppy. Registration is required and slots fill far in advance.
Discovery Place
301 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
September 6, 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.
Foodtruck Friday
Southend
1613 Camden Road Charlotte, NC
September 6, 5:00pm – 9:00pm, All ages, Free
Summary: Every Friday night, Charlotte’s favorite food trucks gather on the lot at the corner of Park and Camden in the Historic South End. These aren’t the roach coaches of yesteryear! The nationwide revolution of the food truck industry has hit Charlotte, and we’ve got an ever-growing community of trucks that cater to your every taste. From burgers to tacos to soul food to cupcakes to ice cream and everything in between…there’s something for everyone. Meeting every Friday night since February 2012, Food Truck Fridays have taken the city by storm. Periodically featuring entertainment as well, the crowds have swelled to over 1,000 each week. We’re family and dog-friendly, too! So bring a chair, bring a blanket, BYOB, bring the kids, take the dog…it’s a neighborhood night out in a relaxed, casual atmosphere. Most of the trucks accept credit cards as well as cash. Accessible by public transportation…take the light rail to Bland Station. A good time and great food are guaranteed!
Blakeney Summer Concert Series – DJ Chuck (Party DJ)
Blakeney Shopping Center
Ardrey Kell and Rea Road Charlotte, NC (704) 523-0272
September 6, 7:00pm – 10:00pm, All ages, free
Summary: Relax in a great family friendly environment and listen to great tunes brought to you by DJ Chuck.
Music on the Green
Promenade on Providence
Providence Road and I-485
September 6, 7:00pm – 10:00pm, All ages, Free
Summary: Fun for the whole family! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy the music from Vanilla Cornbread.
SATURDAY, September 7
Storytime at Morrison Barnes & Noble
Morrison Barnes & Noble
September 7, 11:00 am, All ages, Free
Summary: Your kids and you can spend quality time together while enjoying the wonderful stories during story time.
49ers vs. Chowan University
49ers Stadium
9201 University City Boulevard, Charlotte, NC (704) 687-4950
Saturday 7, 12:00pm Kick-off, All ages
Summary: The Charlotte 49ers football team looking to go 2-0 continues its inaugural season vs. the Chowan Hawks.
Camp Care 5K Walk/Run
McAlpine Creek Park
8711 Monroe Road, Charlotte, NC
Saturday 7, 9:00am, All ages
Summary: The Camp CARE 5K Run/Walk is the biggest fundraising event of the year for Camp CARE. All proceeds go toward allowing more than 180 children with cancer and their siblings to come to a camp and enjoy fun activities like swimming, boating, crafts, music, dancing and most importantly, making new friends!
Discovery Place
301 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
September 7, 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.
Grandparents Days at Discovery Place Kids
Discovery Place Kids
105 Gilead Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 372-6261
September 7, 11:00 and 2:00pm, All ages
Summary: We are celebrating grandparents this weekend in I CAN Create. Stop by at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., and our Creative Play Professionals will be available to help you make a creative gift for these special family members.
Charlotte Nature Museum
1658 Sterling Road, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
September 7,10:00am – 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
September 7, 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
September 7, 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
September 7, 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
September 7, 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. If you have questions feel free to email us at info@hopeforalldogs.org
Music on the Green
Promenade on Providence
Providence Road and I-485
September 7, 7:00pm – 10:00pm, All ages, Free
Summary: Fun for the whole family! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy the music from Gene Gene and the Blues Machine.
SUNDAY, September 8
Grandparents Days at Discovery Place Kids
Discovery Place Kids
105 Gilead Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 372-6261
September 8, 2:00pm, All ages
Summary: We are celebrating grandparents this weekend in I CAN Create. Stop by at 2:00 p.m. and our Creative Play Professionals will be available to help you make a creative gift for these special family members.
Discovery Place
301 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
September 8, 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
September 8, 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
September 8, 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
