Apr 18 Thursday
The Carolinas are among the most vulnerable regions in the United States to the effects of climate change. From sea-level rise to extreme weather events, the impacts of climate change are reshaping the way people live and work across the region.
The summit will provide a platform to discuss the impact of climate change on our landscape, residents and businesses; climate solutions; corporate responsibility; individual action and other key issues that will shape the future of our region.
The day-long event will include opening and lunch keynotes, panel discussions and networking opportunities to engage with stakeholders from across the region.
Learn more about the 2024 Carolinas Climate Summit.
Special thanks to our sponsors:
Presenting Sponsor: Wells Fargo
Associate Sponsor:Mazda of South Charlotte
Apr 23 Tuesday
Join WFAE and the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Foundation for a "Conversation with Tommy Tomlinson."
Tommy's new book book is "Dogland: Passion Glory and lots of slobber at the Westminster Dog Show."
He'll talk about his books, the "SouthBound" podcast and more.
"Dogland" will be available for purchase from Park Road Books. A book signing will follow the event.
About Tommy Tomlinson
Tommy Tomlinson has hosted the podcast "SouthBound" for WFAE since 2017. He also does a commentary, "On My Mind," which airs every Monday.
Tommy is the author of "The Elephant in the Room," a memoir about life as an overweight man in a growing America.
He spent 23 years as a reporter and local columnist for the Charlotte Observer, where he was a finalist for the 2005 Pulitzer Prize in commentary. He has also written for publications including Esquire, ESPN The Magazine, Sports Illustrated, and Garden & Gun.
Tommy is a graduate of the University of Georgia and was a 2008-09 Nieman Fellow at Harvard University.
May 08 Wednesday
The EQUALibrium Awards Gala will honor Charlotte area residents who have made outstanding contributions and impact in advancing issues of race and equity within our community.
The event will highlight the stories and achievements of these remarkable individuals who have devoted themselves to fostering inclusivity, dismantling systemic barriers and promoting equity and equality in our region.
The evening will feature engaging speakers, captivating performances and an awards ceremony that recognizes the honorees.
EVENT DETAILS:
Learn more about the 2024 EQUALibrium Awards Gala.
The deadline to submit a nomination is April 12, 2024.
We have sponsorship opportunities available. If you or your business would like to show your support for WFAE and the EQUALibrium Awards, email underwriting@wfae.org or call 704-604-7316.
Mar 28 Thursday
The Jazz for All Educational Concert Series, featuring the Ziad Jazz Quartet, will educate and inspire appreciation for improvisational jazz music. Each month will feature a different artist’s music, and audience members will learn through performance and discussion about the artist and the history and significance of jazz as a music genre. January’s concert is a tribute to the music of Duke Ellington. Jazz For All is sponsored by Culture Blocks— a community partnership funded by Mecklenburg County.
WFAE has brought together some of Charlotte's leading thinkers for a two-part series of SouthBound Live on the future of the city.
SouthBound host Tommy Tomlinson will ask panelists about education, the environment, planning, immigration, the arts and other areas that have an impact on how Charlotte grows from here.
Join us at one or both sessions and bring your questions for the Q&A at the end of each discussion.
February 22:
Education. The environment. Immigration. These are three critical issues in Charlotte's future, and we'll discuss them with experts at WFAE's SouthBound Live event, called Charlotte Forward, on Feb. 22. Tomlinson will lead the panelists in a discussion of how their worlds intersect and what Charlotte needs for a brighter future.
Panelists:
March 28:
Planning. Land use. The arts. We'll talk about how those areas impact our city's future at Charlotte Forward, a SouthBound Live event on March 28. Host Tommy Tomlinson will guide a discussion of how our panelists' work intersects and what they see as the opportunities and challenges ahead.
Mar 29 Friday
The Park CDC will host its first ever biannual Community Breakfast fundraiser. This event will be held on Friday, March 29th from 8:00 A.M. until 11:00 A.M. at The Park Church Community Life Center (6029 Beatties Ford Road Charlotte, NC 28216).
We invite you to join us for a morning of good food, fellowship, and fun as we celebrate the essence of what makes West Charlotte so special - its community! We're looking forward to unplugging from all things digital and enjoying meaningful connections with our neighbors, program participants, volunteers, and community members such as yourself!
See the attached flyer for more details. Proceeds from this event will benefit The Park CDC's Healthy Living programs.
We hope to see you there!
Family Live Show
Discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures, including every child's favorite flesh-eating giant, the Tyrannosaurus Rex, a Triceratops, Giraffatitan, Microraptor and Segnosaurus! A special meet and greet after the show offers all our brave explorers the chance to make a new dinosaur friend. Don’t miss this entertaining and mind-expanding Jurassic adventure, live on stage!
Mar 30 Saturday
What do you get when you mix retail therapy with an extra dose of bright and sunny vitamin D? The Anne Springs Close Greenway’s Spring Artisan Market! Shop for local arts, crafts and goodies at this open-air market.
Make a day of it with coffee or lunch from the Gateway Canteen, and stop in at the Greenway Gateway (visitor’s center) to learn more about Greenway trails, activities and memberships.
Our weekend Private Pilot ground school course is an accelerated offering that teaches the knowledge needed to prepare for the FAA written test and to maximize success in flight training! We will meet in-person from 10am-3pm for 3 weekends, lunches are included. The course will take place at the flight school in our upstairs classroom. All of the materials that you will need for the course are included and will be provided on day 1!This course would be ideal for new/ unexperienced pilots, rusty pilots looking for a refresher, and for those who have been studying online and looking to fill in any knowledge gaps.
Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1086990545671795
Course SyllabusAirplane and AerodynamicsAirplane Instruments, Engines, and SystemsAirports, Air Traffic Control, and AirspaceFederal Aviation RegulationsAirplane Performance & Weight and BalanceAeromedical Factors and Aeronautical Decision MakingAviation WeatherAviation Weather ServicesNavigation: Charts and PublicationsNavigation SystemsCross-country Flight Planning
Experience fun activities, opportunities for fellowship, and delicious food as we celebrate the true meaning of Easter!
Apr 02 Tuesday
A community market for Local farmers & artisans.
Blackout Poetry - Fight censorship with blackout poetry! We will take inspiration from banned book pages and turn them into our own meaningful works of art.
About Banned Book Story Time Censorship of information in public libraries and schools has become a hot topic for debate in recent months. While we haven’t yet had to implement these ‘book bans,’ here in Charlotte, we are certainly witnessing a significant moment in our country’s history as lengthy lists of accredited authors and titles are prohibited from public and educational spaces. The Charlotte Mecklenburg Library and Charlotte Museum of History have partnered to bring these beloved and incredibly important stories to readers of all levels in the Charlotte community: introducing Banned Book Story Time!
Join us as for one “banned” title a month and share in the magic of storytelling. Learn about key moments in our history, expose your young readers to new perspectives, encourage creativity and imagination, and excite their love of reading!
Each program will differ in theme so there is always something new and exciting to look forward to. All programs will include an interactive ‘banned book’ story time session with a Charlotte Mecklenburg Library representative, and a supplementary activity to reinforce that month’s theme. Let’s put an end to censorship by celebrating the many stories, people, cultures, and perspectives that make up our diverse Charlotte community (and beyond!).