Kids and family events in Charlotte this weekend
54 listings pulled together for Charlotte.
Nov 6–8, 202654 events84 listings run in Charlotte between Friday, Nov 6 and Sunday, Nov 8, 0 of them free. The picks with something to say come first; the rest of the weekend is in brief at the foot of the page.
Babies experience brain stimulation through language and socialization. Engage your little one with new sights and sounds through books, songs, and rhymes. Want to be notified about future events? Subscribe to our newsletter here .
Your whole family can enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and reading in your child. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate.
Drop into the Spangler Library for self-directed fun with educational toys and manipulatives. Enjoy this dedicated time and space to play in the library with toys appropriate for ages 0-5, support your child's socialization, and maybe even meet a new friend.
Drop into the Picture Book Room for self-directed fun with educational toys and manipulatives. Enjoy this dedicated time and space to play in the library with toys appropriate for ages 0-5, support your child's socialization, and maybe even meet a new friend.
Drop in for self-directed fun with educational toys and manipulatives. Enjoy this dedicated time and space to play in the children's room with toys appropriate for ages birth-5 years old, support your child's socialization, and maybe even meet a new friend.
Toddlers build language skills, participate in music and movement activities, and discover the fun of books. Explore letters, sounds and new words through stories and activities. Want to be notified about future events? Subscribe to our newsletter here .
Whether you're brand new to using a keyboard, or you need to brush up on your typing skills, Typing Club is for you! In this club, you'll use Typing.com to become proficient and comfortable at typing.
Drop by Mountain Island Library to get tips on job searching, resume writing and occupational resources. A staff member will be available for two hours on a first come, first serve basis to help you with your job search.
Life Story Club is a program designed to bring people together through the simple act of sharing stories.
Young writers of all experience and skill levels are encouraged to share letters and cards with veterans. This activity is part of the Charlotte Mecklenburg Public Library community service project provided by North County Regional Library.
Receive a mystery bag that contains two books and a few surprise goodies! Return the books to the library when you're finished and keep everything else! Registration and an interest form are required and due by October 15th .
PLEASE READ THE TOY WISHLIST Join the library this holiday season as we partner with Angels and Sparrows to collect toys for their annual Christmas Party.
Your whole family can enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and reading in your child. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate.
Check out Cornelius's Shelf Space book box for middle and high schoolers. Wish you were somewhere else at this point in the semester? Get your passport ready to travel the world with a book set in another country! Available while supplies last.
ALL three series, ALL four days! Catch dirt racing's top three series in a title-deciding four-day showcase of on-track action featuring: World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series World of Outlaws Late Model Series presented by DIRTVision Super DIRTcar Big-Block Modifie.
Discover how reducing even a portion of your turfgrass can create a more beautiful, lower-maintenance landscape while providing valuable habitat for bees, butterflies, and birds.
Cholesterol, A1c, fasting glucose, and blood pressure. Come learn about these important health metrics and discover ways to keep your numbers within a within a healthy range.
Your whole family can enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and reading in your child. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate.
Your whole family can enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and reading in your child. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate. This program is for ages 0-5.
Your whole family can enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and reading in your child. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate. Attendance is limited.
This program will be provided by SouthPark Regional Paws to Read volunteers. Boost your reading skills and confidence by reading aloud in a 15 minute session to a volunteer therapy dog. Registration begins one week before each session.
We want to be your school aged child's reading buddy! Sign up your school aged child for a 30 minute reading buddy session to share in the joy and power of reading.
Adults come make art! Join us for a series of art workshops exploring different mediums, including Collage, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, and Jewelry Design. All supplies included! This month's project is Jewelry .
This program will be provided by Matthews Library's Paws to Read volunteers. Boost your reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. Sign up for a 15-minute session to practice reading. Sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Join us weekly at Pineville Branch Library for Family Storytime Your whole family can enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and reading in your child.
Practice your ASL (American Sign Language) skills in a relaxed group environment. No lectures, just conversation and games! Beginners to ASL first language users welcome!
Charlotte Creative Fiction Writer’s Group Come join Clayton Brown, local writer, with the Charlotte Creative Fiction Writers Group to gain informational guidance on writing your own fiction novel.
Come dream with us; every child has a story. COME WRITE YOURS! This series provides five Saturdays to dream BIG! We will have a publisher's party December 19th, once books are printed and returned to the branch.
Playing chess encourages cooperation, problem solving, and strategic thinking skills. Learn chess basics, strategies, and tactics. Test your skills in 1-on-1 or group chess games.
Your whole family can enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and reading in your child. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate.
Your whole family can enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and reading in your child. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate.
Join us to discover the art of chess, or enhance your existing skills if you’re already familiar with the game. We'll also explore how the strategies of chess reflect the complexities of life.
Children in K-5th grade are invited to drop in to the library anytime on Saturdays from 10AM-12PM for Homework Help! Trained Homework Help volunteers provide a welcoming and supportive environment where young learners can: Get help completing assignments Practice important founda.
Children in K-5th grade are invited to drop in to the library anytime from 10:30-12:30 on Saturdays for Homework Help! Trained Homework Help volunteers provide a welcoming and supportive environment where young learners can: Get help completing assignments Have a Reading Buddy! P.
Join us every Saturday for LEGO Lounge @ 2pm. Learn mathematical concepts of sorting, building, and geometry while using Lego building blocks. This is a drop-in program for Elementary school grades K-5. Want to be notified about future events? Subscribe to our newsletter here .
Come in to sign up your school-aged child for a 30-minute one-on-one reading buddy session to share in the joy and power of reading. Library volunteers will support your child's reading skills by asking questions, building vocabulary, and connecting to your child's world.
We want to be your child's reading buddy! Bring your school aged child for a 30 minute reading buddy session to share in the joy and power of reading.
SAFE (Safe, Accessible, Free flowing, Energy) Yoga is a special program to engage populations who might not have access to the health benefits of community yoga classes due to transportation issues, financial resources, or life circumstances.
Discover the world of science through books, hands-on educational activities, and experiments. Want to be notified about future events? Subscribe to our newsletter here .
Join us for our community cooking classes with Chef Tiore McFarland as we explore pastas, soups, side items and unconventional salads.
Cryptid: (n) an animal or creature that some say does not exist. What do you think? Explore the truth through stories, art, and crafts!
Mahjong Intermediate Open Play is a program where adults can play Mahjong at the intermediate level. This means you know the rules and can play at a faster pace than a beginner. No formal instruction will be provided. At this time, the library has 3 Mahjong sets.
This program will be provided by Mountain Island Paws to Read volunteers. Boost your reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog! Program participation is first-come, first-served.
Give back to your community while earning 2 community service hours. Tasks will vary depending on day. No registration required. Ages 12-18. This program will be provided by Hickory Grove library staff and is recommended for teens ages 12 to 18.
Boost your reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. Bring your own book or choose one from the library. This program is for students grades K-5. Spaces are limited to 2 children per family per week and one session per week.
Disclaimer: Teens will be picking up trash with pokers and neon safety vests in our parking lot and near the lake. This program is limited to 5 teens, no exceptions.
Calling all The Hunger Games and Sunrise on the Reaping fans! Come join us before the movie screening of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes PG -13 (showing right after.) We will have book trivia as we celebrate the release Sunrise on the Reaping ! Test your knowledge of The Hunge.
Feeling anxious? Try coloring. Science has shown that coloring in a mindful way can be an excellent stress reducer.
Charlotte Folk Society Lending Library-- The Charlotte Folk Society will have instruments for exploring! Guitars, mandolins, fiddles, banjos, dulcimers, autoharps, regular harps, lap harps, a cello and bass fiddle....You Name It! A representative of the “Lending Library” of music.
Creating the Soundtrack of Your Life - Workshop/Performance Presented by Ana Lucía Divins and featuring Carlos Crespo (Guitar) & Ana Lucía Divins (Vocals) Join this bilingual (English/Spanish), intergenerational music and memory experience that brings families and community membe.
Teens: Explore LGBTQ+ fiction, make friends, and build community at the Crystal Queer Book Club! Join us at Myers Park Library for the first meeting of the Crystal Queer Book Club! Each month, we will read a YA title that represents diverse LGBTQ+ characters and perspectives.
Join us for cultural explorations as we celebrate and explore various cultures and lifestyles from different countries and ethnic groups. Information about this Group This is a monthly program scheduled on a Sunday. How to Join an Online Program This event takes place on Zoom.
Join us on the first Saturday afternoon of the month to discuss the Dungeon Crawler Carl series by Matt Dinniman. Each month, we'll move to a new floor, or location, as we discuss the books in chronological order.
Join us for a reflective art and writing workshop designed to help you close the year with intention. Through creative journaling prompts, you'll honor your wins, acknowledge your losses, and explore what you’re ready to release–and what you’re open to receive in the year ahead.
ONE DAY ONLY! Come to Hickory Grove Library and browse our inventory of gently used books, which include fiction and non-fiction titles for all ages! All sales are final.
Have you completed the same puzzles more than once? Ready for some new ones? Bring your gently used puzzles and leave with new-to-you puzzles! Puzzles must be 300+ pieces without any missing pieces. Boxed sets count as one puzzle. Take as many as you bring.
Join us for a discussion with Dr. Kelli about her debut book, which explores how to enjoy sports while minimizing the risks of head trauma. This event is perfect for athletes, parents, coaches, and families affected by concussions. Dr.
Join us for a book launch and discussion with author Sharmaine Croutch! Learn how one woman transformed her struggle into strength by putting her faith in God. From trial to triumph.
Have you completed the same puzzles more than once? Ready for some new ones? Bring your gently used puzzles and leave with new-to-you puzzles! Puzzles must be 100+ pieces without any missing pieces. Children's puzzles must be swapped for other children's puzzles.
Legendary magician Elvis Boone is back for one last show before retiring. However, during the grand finale, Elvis vanishes but never reappears. His body is found backstage, with a blood covered sword from a previous trick lying next to him.
Do you know where you're going after you finish high school? This session is designed to help you figure out your next step to successfully plan for your future. Whether you know your path, or you're still figuring things out, we are here to help guide you.
Who's the fastest puzzler? Join a team to complete a 500 piece puzzle. The team that finishes first or has the least number of pieces left at the end of 2 hours wins. Teams will be made up of 2-5 people. Please sign up as an individual and not as a team.
Join us at your library to hear sounds of the season with Lake Norman Philharmonic! The Lake Norman Philharmonic is a nonprofit, all-volunteer music organization inspired by the concept that music is for everyone. Registration is required!
Steam 101: Sewing Basics Have you ever had to stop wearing a favorite clothing item because a button fell off, a seam ripped, or the hem came undone? Join us as we cover basic mending and alteration skills that will allow you to breathe new life into your clothes! A sewing kit wi.
Have you completed the same puzzles more than once? Ready for some new ones? Bring your gently used puzzles and leave with new-to-you puzzles! Puzzles must be 100+ pieces without any missing pieces. Children's puzzles must be swapped for other children's puzzles.
Photographic Release & Participation Form Need volunteer hours? Have ideas for what teens want to see on Instagram? Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where teens can help brainstorm and create content for the library’s teen Instagram account @cmlibraryteens ! No social media e.
Join us for a UC Teen Screen of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes as we prepare for the upcoming Sunrise on the Reaping adaptation! Rated PG-13 for strong violent content and disturbing material. This program is for Teens (12-18). Movies snacks will be provided.
Sundays are for supporting students at ImaginOn! Students in K-5th grades are invited to take advantage of two programs designed to provide support for your child’s learning: Homework Help & Reading Buddies.
Need a spot to focus and get things done? The Homework Study Zone in the Teen Loft is a dedicated space for teens to work on homework, study, or catch up on assignments in a quiet, relaxed environment.
Bank of America Stadium was designed for fans of all ages. Please note that every child over the age of 12 months is required to have a game ticket to enter the stadium. Any child under the age of 12 months admitted without a ticket must share a seat with an accompanying adult.
Boost your reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog. This program will be provided by ImaginOn Paws to Read volunteers.
THIS IS NOT A GAME TICKET. A separate game ticket is required to enter the stadium before entering The Registix Reserve. Enjoy an all-inclusive bar with craft cocktails, beer, and wine, plus numerous culinary options, including premium entrees, snacks, and desserts.
The Fillmore Is A General Admission Standing Room Only Venue Unless Otherwise Noted. All Ages Welcome Doors: 6:30PM Show: 7:30PM Ticket prices will increase the day of the show. All dates, acts, and ticket prices subject to change without notice.
Age Policy: 18+ Valid ID required for entry into venue / Under 18 permitted with parent (Accepted forms of ID: State-Issued ID or Driver's License, Military ID, Passport). // The balcony is restricted to ages 21+.
The Underground Is A General Admission Standing Room Only Venue Unless Otherwise Noted. All Ages Welcome Doors: 7:00pm Show: 8:00pm Ticket prices will increase the day of the show. All dates, acts, and ticket prices subject to change without notice.
Age Policy: 18+ Valid ID required for entry into venue / Under 18 permitted with parent (Accepted forms of ID: State-Issued ID or Driver's License, Military ID, Passport.) // The balcony is restricted to ages 21+.
The Fillmore Is A General Admission Standing Room Only Venue Unless Otherwise Noted. All Ages Welcome Doors: 7:00PM Show: 8:00PM Ticket prices will increase the day of the show. All dates, acts, and ticket prices subject to change without notice.
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