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FRIDAY, June 20
Shrek the Musical
Fullwood Theatre
100 McDowell Street East, Matthews, NC (704) 846-8343
June 20-22, Fri.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 2pm, Ages 5+, $12-$18
Summary: Shrek the Musical brings the Kingdom of Duloc to life with a new electrifying score. Well-meaning but overly talkative Donkey accompanies Shrek as he embarks on the journey of a lifetime to rescue a princess in a tower and deliver her to Duloc. In return, Lord Farquaad promises to return Shrek’s swamp to the way it was before a band of banished fairytale characters took up camp on his property. On his quest to regain solitude, he finds something else altogether.
42nd Street
Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson College Campus
207 Faculty Drive, Davidson, (704) 892-7953
June 19 – 28, click link for schedule, All ages, $12-$24, REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Summary: This is the story of hard work, being in the right place at the right time, talent and love. 42nd Street is a celebration of Broadway and the people involved in shows. It focuses on aspiring chorus girl Peggy Sawyer, her tap-dancing friends and rivals, and her journey to stardom. One of the longest running shows on Broadway and a multiple Tony Award winner.
Charlotte Symphony Summer Season 2014
Various locations around Charlotte
June – September, Click here for complete schedule
Summary: Founded in 1932, the Charlotte Symphony is the largest and most active professional performing arts organization in the central Carolinas, giving nearly 100 performances each season and reaching an annual attendance of 200,000 listeners. Internationally acclaimed conductor, Christopher Warren-Green, has led the CSO as Music Director since 2010 and recently renewed his contract through 2016. He is also the music director for the London Chamber Orchestra and served as the conductor for Prince William and Catherine Middleton’s wedding.
Summer Concerts at Sharon Presbyterian Church
Sharon Presbyterian Church
5201 Sharon Road, Charlotte, NC (704) 553-0869
June 20, 7:00pm, All ages, Free
Summary: Join us for family fun on the lawn. This week you can listen to the live music of Tosco Music Party.
Foodtruck Friday
Southend
1613 Camden Road Charlotte, NC
June 20 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!
Outdoor Music on the Green at Promenade on Providence
Promenade on Providence
Providence Road and Ballantyne Commons Pkwy, Charlotte, NC
May 2 – Sept. 26, see link for schedule, All ages, Free
Summary: JOIN US EVERY FRIDAY AND SATURDAY AT PROMENADE ON PROVIDENCE FOR OUR LIVE CONCERT SERIES! MARK YOUR CALENDARS! We have a fabulous line-up of bands this year and are so excited to share some of our veteran bands and a few new amazing performers! Stay tuned for the line-up – you won’t want to miss a single performance!
Discovery Place
301 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
Summary: Step into a world where science is brought to life through interactive exhibits and explosive experiments during daily programs. Connect with the past and visit the future with groundbreaking exhibitions, larger-than-life IMAX Dome films and hands on activities that let you explore more. Plan your visit today. Click on the links below for detailed information on special events, featured exhibitions, featured shows and IMAX.
Featured Exhibitions: For information on all exhibitions click here.
Featured Shows: For information on all featured shows click here.
IMAX: For information on all featured movies and showtimes click here.
Discovery Place Kids – Huntersville
105 Gilead Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 372-6261
Summary: Explore the theme of I CAN at Discovery Place KIDS-Huntersville. The children’s museum features developmentally-appropriate experiences that encourage imagination and offer the opportunity to build confidence while testing skills by trying new things. The exhibits, themed around a small town, allow children to learn through play.
Theme Areas: For a complete description of all nine theme areas click here.
Featured Shows: For a complete listing of all featured shows click here.
Current and Upcoming Events: For all current and upcoming events click here.
Charlotte Nature Museum
1658 Sterling Road, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
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.
Featured Exhibitions: For complete details on exhibitions and exhibits click here.
Featured Shows: For a complete schedule of show times click here.
Children’s Theatre of Charlotte
located @ Imaginon
300 E. 7th Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 973-2800
To see the complete 2013-2014 schedule, special pricing and ways to save click here
Summary: Children’s Theatre of Charlotte has grown to become one of the top theatre and education organizations for young people in the United States. Nationally recognized for the breadth and strength of its programs, the Theatre serves 300,000 children and families a year with technically imaginative productions and wide-ranging education programs for young people.
Nothing is more valuable than the time you spend with your family. We are committed to providing your family with unforgettable memories that only live theatre can offer. On stage and in our classrooms, we will inspire wonder and excitement, nurture confidence and ignite imaginations.
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 875-6521
Summary: Carolina Raptor Center is dedicated to environmental stewardship and the conservation of birds of prey through education, research, and the rehabilitation of injured and orphaned raptors. As a charitable 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, CRC relies on public financial support to fulfill our mission. Supporters can release a raptor, adopt a bird, make a charitable donation, purchase a membership or sponsor a capital improvement project. CRC’s environmental education programs reach approximately 40,000 students each year. Our Raptor Trail hosts more than 35,000 visitors a year. Visit our calendar page for event times or just come and enjoy our nicely maintained trails and see all the amazing birds of prey.
SATURDAY, June 21
Shrek the Musical
Fullwood Theatre
100 McDowell Street East, Matthews, NC (704) 846-8343
June 20-22, Fri.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 2pm, Ages 5+, $12-$18
Summary: Shrek the Musical brings the Kingdom of Duloc to life with a new electrifying score. Well-meaning but overly talkative Donkey accompanies Shrek as he embarks on the journey of a lifetime to rescue a princess in a tower and deliver her to Duloc. In return, Lord Farquaad promises to return Shrek’s swamp to the way it was before a band of banished fairytale characters took up camp on his property. On his quest to regain solitude, he finds something else altogether.
June Tunes
Front Lawn of Town Hall
4430 Mint Hill Village Lane, Mint Hill, NC (704) 545-9726
June 21, 7:30pm, All ages, Free
Summary: June Tunes is a series of free concerts planned for Saturdays in June. All concerts are scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. and will be held on the front lawn of the Town Hall. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy the music.
Food Truck Family Jam
Providence United Methodist Church
2810 Providence Road, Charlotte, NC (704) 714-9379
June 21, 5:00pm – 8:00pm, All ages, Prices vary by Truck ($5 – $10 per meal)
Summary: All you need to bring is chairs, blanket and a big appetite so you can enjoy great entertainment and some of the best Food Truck Food in Charlotte.
Cornelius Outdoor Cinema Series: Captain Phillips
Ramsey Creek Park (location changes every week)
18441 Nantz Road, Cornelius, NC
June 21, 8:30pm, All ages, Free
Summary: Join us for outdoor movies under the stars! This year’s series offers an exciting line-up of movies, with something for every member of the family!
42nd Street
Date: June 19 – 28, 2014
Time: Thurs.-Fri., 8pm; Sat.-Sun., 2 and 8pm
Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson College Campus
207 Faculty Drive, Davidson, (704) 892-7953
June 19 – 28, click link for schedule, All ages, $12-$24, REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Summary: This is the story of hard work, being in the right place at the right time, talent and love. 42nd Street is a celebration of Broadway and the people involved in shows. It focuses on aspiring chorus girl Peggy Sawyer, her tap-dancing friends and rivals, and her journey to stardom. One of the longest running shows on Broadway and a multiple Tony Award winner.
Charlotte Symphony Summer Season 2014
Various locations around Charlotte
June – September, Click here for complete schedule
Summary: Founded in 1932, the Charlotte Symphony is the largest and most active professional performing arts organization in the central Carolinas, giving nearly 100 performances each season and reaching an annual attendance of 200,000 listeners. Internationally acclaimed conductor, Christopher Warren-Green, has led the CSO as Music Director since 2010 and recently renewed his contract through 2016. He is also the music director for the London Chamber Orchestra and served as the conductor for Prince William and Catherine Middleton’s wedding.
Outdoor Music on the Green at Promenade on Providence
Promenade on Providence
Providence Road and Ballantyne Commons Pkwy, Charlotte, NC
May 2 – Sept. 26, see link for schedule, All ages, Free
Summary: JOIN US EVERY FRIDAY AND SATURDAY AT PROMENADE ON PROVIDENCE FOR OUR LIVE CONCERT SERIES! MARK YOUR CALENDARS! We have a fabulous line-up of bands this year and are so excited to share some of our veteran bands and a few new amazing performers! Stay tuned for the line-up – you won’t want to miss a single performance!
Matthews Summer Concert and Movie Series
Stumptown Park
120 S. Trade St, Matthews, NC (704) 321-7275
May 17 – July 19, see link for schedule, 7:00pm – 10:00, All ages, Free
Summary: Come out to Stumptown Park every Saturday nighs for free concerts and movies in the park! Concerts begin at 7 PM, pre-movie activities begin at 7 PM, movies begin approximately 8:30 PM or dusk. Vendors will be on site selling dinner food, treats, and drinks. No pets please.
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 875-6521
Summary: Carolina Raptor Center is dedicated to environmental stewardship and the conservation of birds of prey through education, research, and the rehabilitation of injured and orphaned raptors. As a charitable 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, CRC relies on public financial support to fulfill our mission. Supporters can release a raptor, adopt a bird, make a charitable donation, purchase a membership or sponsor a capital improvement project. CRC’s environmental education programs reach approximately 40,000 students each year. Our Raptor Trail hosts more than 35,000 visitors a year. Visit our calendar page for event times or just come and enjoy our nicely maintained trails and see all the amazing birds of prey.
Discovery Place
301 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
Summary: Step into a world where science is brought to life through interactive exhibits and explosive experiments during daily programs. Connect with the past and visit the future with groundbreaking exhibitions, larger-than-life IMAX Dome films and hands on activities that let you explore more. Plan your visit today. Click on the links below for detailed information on special events, featured exhibitions, featured shows and IMAX.
Featured Exhibitions: For information on all exhibitions click here.
Featured Shows: For information on all featured shows click here.
IMAX: For information on all featured movies and showtimes click here.
Discovery Place Kids – Huntersville
105 Gilead Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 372-6261
Summary: Explore the theme of I CAN at Discovery Place KIDS-Huntersville. The children’s museum features developmentally-appropriate experiences that encourage imagination and offer the opportunity to build confidence while testing skills by trying new things. The exhibits, themed around a small town, allow children to learn through play.
Theme Areas: For a complete description of all nine theme areas click here.
Featured Shows: For a complete listing of all featured shows click here.
Current and Upcoming Events: For all current and upcoming events click here.
Charlotte Nature Museum
1658 Sterling Road, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
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.
Featured Exhibitions: For complete details on exhibitions and exhibits click here.
Featured Shows: For a complete schedule of show times click here.
Children’s Theatre of Charlotte
located @ Imaginon
300 E. 7th Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 973-2800
To see the complete 2013-2014 schedule, special pricing and ways to save click here
Summary: Children’s Theatre of Charlotte has grown to become one of the top theatre and education organizations for young people in the United States. Nationally recognized for the breadth and strength of its programs, the Theatre serves 300,000 children and families a year with technically imaginative productions and wide-ranging education programs for young people.
Nothing is more valuable than the time you spend with your family. We are committed to providing your family with unforgettable memories that only live theatre can offer. On stage and in our classrooms, we will inspire wonder and excitement, nurture confidence and ignite imaginations.
SUNDAY, June 22
Grandparents Day
Mint Museum
500 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC (704) 337-2000
June 22, 1:00pm – 4:00pm, All ages, $5, free for children and Mint members
Summary: This month, explore art that tells a story, and share your own tales through fun & creative experiences!
-Trade tales with artist Jonathan Grauel & collaborate on a digital iPad painting
-Make an Art Journal and Draw a Comic
-Explore the stories behind artworks by Romare Bearden and more with docent tour guides
-Join author Helen Kimbrough to celebrate the universal message of African American spirituals
-Enjoy yoga for all ages and generations with Margaret Maurice!
Shrek the Musical
Fullwood Theatre
100 McDowell Street East, Matthews, NC (704) 846-8343
June 20-22, Fri.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 2pm, Ages 5+, $12-$18
Summary: Shrek the Musical brings the Kingdom of Duloc to life with a new electrifying score. Well-meaning but overly talkative Donkey accompanies Shrek as he embarks on the journey of a lifetime to rescue a princess in a tower and deliver her to Duloc. In return, Lord Farquaad promises to return Shrek’s swamp to the way it was before a band of banished fairytale characters took up camp on his property. On his quest to regain solitude, he finds something else altogether.
42nd Street
Date: June 19 – 28, 2014
Time: Thurs.-Fri., 8pm; Sat.-Sun., 2 and 8pm
Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson College Campus
207 Faculty Drive, Davidson, (704) 892-7953
June 19 – 28, click link for schedule, All ages, $12-$24, REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Summary: This is the story of hard work, being in the right place at the right time, talent and love. 42nd Street is a celebration of Broadway and the people involved in shows. It focuses on aspiring chorus girl Peggy Sawyer, her tap-dancing friends and rivals, and her journey to stardom. One of the longest running shows on Broadway and a multiple Tony Award winner.
Charlotte Symphony Summer Season 2014
Various locations around Charlotte
June – September, Click here for complete schedule http://www.charlottesymphony.org/events/
Summary: Founded in 1932, the Charlotte Symphony is the largest and most active professional performing arts organization in the central Carolinas, giving nearly 100 performances each season and reaching an annual attendance of 200,000 listeners. Internationally acclaimed conductor, Christopher Warren-Green, has led the CSO as Music Director since 2010 and recently renewed his contract through 2016. He is also the music director for the London Chamber Orchestra and served as the conductor for Prince William and Catherine Middleton’s wedding.
Davidson Concerts On the Green
Davidson’s Village Green
Main Street and Concord Road, Davidson, NC
May – September (every Sunday), 6:00pm – 8:00pm, All ages, Free
Summary: Our Concerts on the Green are a summer family favorite! Concerts take place the first and third Sunday evenings of the month from to 6:00-8:00 p.m. on the town green in front of the Davidson Public Library, at the intersection of Main Street and Concord Road. Attendees are encouraged to bring friends and family, comfy chairs or a blanket, a picnic, and to come early to find seats. Make it a date night in Davidson: Visit some of our local restaurants and shops, stroll over to the town green to enjoy some great music, take a pedicab ride around town, and enjoy dessert or a beverage.
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 875-6521
Summary: Carolina Raptor Center is dedicated to environmental stewardship and the conservation of birds of prey through education, research, and the rehabilitation of injured and orphaned raptors. As a charitable 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, CRC relies on public financial support to fulfill our mission. Supporters can release a raptor, adopt a bird, make a charitable donation, purchase a membership or sponsor a capital improvement project. CRC’s environmental education programs reach approximately 40,000 students each year. Our Raptor Trail hosts more than 35,000 visitors a year. Visit our calendar page for event times or just come and enjoy our nicely maintained trails and see all the amazing birds of prey.
Discovery Place
301 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
Summary: Step into a world where science is brought to life through interactive exhibits and explosive experiments during daily programs. Connect with the past and visit the future with groundbreaking exhibitions, larger-than-life IMAX Dome films and hands on activities that let you explore more. Plan your visit today. Click on the links below for detailed information on special events, featured exhibitions, featured shows and IMAX.
Featured Exhibitions: For information on all exhibitions click here.
Featured Shows: For information on all featured shows click here.
IMAX: For information on all featured movies and showtimes click here.
Discovery Place Kids – Huntersville
105 Gilead Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 372-6261
Summary: Explore the theme of I CAN at Discovery Place KIDS-Huntersville. The children’s museum features developmentally-appropriate experiences that encourage imagination and offer the opportunity to build confidence while testing skills by trying new things. The exhibits, themed around a small town, allow children to learn through play.
Theme Areas: For a complete description of all nine theme areas click here.
Featured Shows: For a complete listing of all featured shows click here.
Current and Upcoming Events: For all current and upcoming events click here.
Charlotte Nature Museum
1658 Sterling Road, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
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.
Featured Exhibitions: For complete details on exhibitions and exhibits click here.
Featured Shows: For a complete schedule of show times click here.
Children’s Theatre of Charlotte
located @ Imaginon
300 E. 7th Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 973-2800
To see the complete 2013-2014 schedule, special pricing and ways to save click here
Summary: Children’s Theatre of Charlotte has grown to become one of the top theatre and education organizations for young people in the United States. Nationally recognized for the breadth and strength of its programs, the Theatre serves 300,000 children and families a year with technically imaginative productions and wide-ranging education programs for young people.
Nothing is more valuable than the time you spend with your family. We are committed to providing your family with unforgettable memories that only live theatre can offer. On stage and in our classrooms, we will inspire wonder and excitement, nurture confidence and ignite imaginations.
