Smarty Scoop is proudly sponsored by Discovery Place, Discovery Place KIDS – Huntersville and The Charlotte Nature Museum.
FRIDAY, August 8
Weddington Kids Consignment Sale
Family Life Center of Weddington United Methodist Church
13901 Providence Road, Weddington, NC
August 8 – 9, Friday and Saturday, $10 for presage event
Summary: The Weddington Kids Consignment sale is sponsored by the Susanna Wesley Circle of Weddington United Methodist Church. Proceeds and donations benefit Weddington United Methodist Church and numerous other missions it supports. We welcome everyone to consign and/or volunteer.
UCUMC Fall/Winter Children’s Consignment Sale
University City United Methodist Church
3825 W. WT Harris Blvd., Charlotte, NC (704) 369-8000
August 8, 6:00pm – 9:30pm, Free
Summary: We are able to bless over 1000 people on the weekend of the sale with great bargains on many needed items; and close to 300 sellers receive a check for selling about 10 business days after the sale. We also are able to give 30% of the proceeds, after expenses, to Christian ministries involving women and children’s missions locally and around the world.
Rookie Science
ImaginOn: The Joe and Joan Martin Center
300 E. 7th St., Charlotte, NC (704) 416-4600
August 8, 2:00pm, Ages 5-11, Free
Summary: Discover the world of science through books, hands-on educational activities, and experiments.
Creating Keepsakes Scrapbook Convention
Charlotte Convention Center
501 S. College St, Charlotte, NC (704) 339-6000
August 8 – 9, 10:00am – 6:00pm, 9:00am – 5:00pm, All ages, $5 – $10, Children under 9 are free
Summary: A shopping extravaganza that includes the latest scrapbooking products, deals on basic supplies, classes, and demonstrations on techniques.
Gemstone Mining
The Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd., Gastonia, NC (704) 866-6900
June 9 – August 10, Click here for schedule, All ages, $10 – $14, includes museum admission
Summary: Visit our gemstone mine to find mineral treasures like garnets, topaz, rubies, emeralds, and rose quartz. Participants keep everything that is found! $4 with museum admission.
Studio Movie Grill Presents: Puss in Boots
Studio Movie Grill
210 E. Trade St., Charlotte, NC (704) 972-1062
August 8, 11:00am, All ages, $2
Summary: The events leading up to the sword fighting cat’s meeting with Shrek and his friends.
Symphony Park Movie Series
Southpark, Symphony Park, 4400 Sharon Road, Charlotte, NC (704) 364-4411
August 1, 8, 15, 22, 7:00pm, All ages, Free
Summary: Outdoor movies continue… The first four Fridays in the month of August come spend the evening watching a film and enjoying other family friendly activities.
August 1: “American Girl: Isabelle Dances into the Spotlight”
August 8: “Despicable Me 2”
August 15: “The LEGO Movie”
August 22: “Frozen”
Foodtruck Friday
Southend
1613 Camden Road Charlotte, NC
August 8, 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, August 9
Circle K Back-to-School Monster Truck Bash presented by Mello Yello
The Dirt Track at Charlotte
5555 Concord Pkwy. S.,, Concord, NC (800) 455-FANS
August 9, 4:00pm, All ages, $10-$30
Summary: The most unique vehicles in motorsports return to The Dirt Track at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Saturday, Aug. 9 for the 15th Annual Circle K Back-to-School Monster Truck Bash presented by Mello Yello. Monster Trucks are typically 11-feet tall and weigh nearly five tons. Their custom-built, fuel injected engines produce between 1,500 and 2,000 horsepower. Powerful giants such as Avenger, Big Foot, Equalizer, Hooked, Red Solo Truck, Stone Crusher, Walking Tall, Wrecking Crew will compete in head-to-head challenges on a radical obstacle course at The Dirt Track.
Lowes Build and Grow
Lowes Home Improvement locations, Charlotte, NC
August 9, 10:00am – 11:00am, All ages, Free, Registration required
Summary: The summer’s almost over! Bring your kid into Lowe’s to build a Trolley inspired by DreamWorks Animation’s Monsters vs Aliens on Saturday, August 9.
Get Juiced
7th Street Public Market
224 E. 7th St., Charlotte, NC
August 9, 11:00am – 8:00pm, Free
Summary: Introduce the kids to a healthy lifestyle through the power of juicing by trying all different flavors and tastes.
Charlotte Mothers of Multiples (CMOMs) Fall/Winter Consignment Sale
The Park Expo and Conference Center
800 Briar Creek Road, Charlotte, NC
August 9, 8:30am – 3:00pm, All ages, Free
Summary: Shop the thousands of gently used items, including children’s and baby clothing, equipment, furniture, toys, games and maternity wear.
Bon Odori Festival
Wells Fargo Atrium
301 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC (704) 333-2775
August 9, 11:00am – 3:00pm, All ages, Free
Summary: Experience the Japanese culture with local vendors, crafts and games for the kids, food and a traditional tea ceremony.
UCUMC Fall/Winter Children’s Consignment Sale
University City United Methodist Church
3825 W. WT Harris Blvd., Charlotte, NC (704) 369-8000
August 9, 8:00am – 2:00pm, Free
Summary: We are able to bless over 1000 people on the weekend of the sale with great bargains on many needed items; and close to 300 sellers receive a check for selling about 10 business days after the sale. We also are able to give 30% of the proceeds, after expenses, to Christian ministries involving women and children’s missions locally and around the world.
Weddington Kids Consignment Sale
Family Life Center of Weddington United Methodist Church
13901 Providence Road, Weddington, NC
August 8 – 9, Friday and Saturday, $10 for presage event
Summary: The Weddington Kids Consignment sale is sponsored by the Susanna Wesley Circle of Weddington United Methodist Church. Proceeds and donations benefit Weddington United Methodist Church and numerous other missions it supports. We welcome everyone to consign and/or volunteer.
Creating Keepsakes Scrapbook Convention
Charlotte Convention Center
501 S. College St, Charlotte, NC (704) 339-6000
August 8 – 9, 10:00am – 6:00pm, 9:00am – 5:00pm, All ages, $5 – $10, Children under 9 are free
Summary: A shopping extravaganza that includes the latest scrapbooking products, deals on basic supplies, classes, and demonstrations on techniques.
JAARS Day
JAARS Center
7405 Jaars Road, Waxhaw, NC (704) 843-6130
August 9, 9:00am – 4:00pm, All ages, Free
Summary: Spend a day at our headquarters! Ride in a five-seat plane. See how people get Internet in the rainforest. Record your voice into the JESUS film. You’ll get an up-close look at Bible translation, and why it relies on practical support like boats, 4WDs, and software.
Gemstone Mining
The Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd., Gastonia, NC (704) 866-6900
June 9 – August 10, Tuesday – Saturday 11:30am – 1:30pm, All ages, $4 plus museum admission
Summary: Visit our gemstone mine to find mineral treasures like garnets, topaz, rubies, emeralds, and rose quartz. Participants keep everything that is found! $4 with museum admission.
USNWC River Jam
USNWC
5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy., Charlotte, NC (704) 391-3900
August 9, 7:00pm – 10:00pm, All ages, Free
Summary: One of the best nights out for the money. Great music, food and entertainment for the entire family.
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!
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, August 10
Gemstone Mining
The Schiele Museum
1500 E. Garrison Blvd., Gastonia, NC (704) 866-6900
June 9 – August 10, Click here for schedule, All ages, $10 – $14, includes museum admission
Summary: Visit our gemstone mine to find mineral treasures like garnets, topaz, rubies, emeralds, and rose quartz. Participants keep everything that is found! $4 with museum admission.
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.
