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An exterior photo of Blumenthal's Belk Theater in Uptown, with a skyscraper in the background.
Arts
Blumenthal Arts expands Charlotte’s art scene with immersive experiences
The nonprofit organization aims to broaden its offerings by becoming a launching place for immersive experiences to attract all audiences.
January 08, 2026 01:33 PM
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A first responder holds a chainsaw in midst of a fallen tree in front of a home.
Nonprofits
Natural disaster response team on the ground in NC following Hurricane Helene
The nonprofit organization, founded by actor Paul Walker, responds to natural disasters across the world.
October 18, 2024
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A beige building with big red letters that read "Visart Video".
Culture
Charlotte nonprofit provides video rentals for movie nights
VisArt Video boasts the largest film and video collection on the east coast.
October 14, 2024
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A portion of I-40 near the NC and Tennessee border that was severely damaged from Hurricane Helene.
Volunteer
Hurricane Helene relief efforts in Charlotte
Hurricane Helene hit our western NC neighbors hard — here is how you can help Asheville and other communities affected by the hurricane.
September 30, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
A rendering of an open room with people sitting at tables and layered seating.
Development
Construction begins on Creative Lab Uptown
Vintage office space will be transformed into a creative hub for young Charlotteans to learn a new skill or job.
September 27, 2024
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A woman in a pink blazer posing with a woman in a cap and gown holding a diploma.
Education
Charlotte-based scholarship group hosting annual fundraiser
ANSWER Scholarship has provided 200+ college scholarships to 141 Charlotte-area mothers since 2006.
September 25, 2024
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A band performing in front of a purple background with the words "Beatles Tribute Night" suspended above.
Festivals
“Come Together” for the southeast’s biggest Beatles festival
Become an honorary member of the “Fab Four” during this annual festival celebrating the music of the Beatles.
September 23, 2024
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Firefighters climb the steps of Truist Field with the Uptown skyline in the background.
Events
9/11 Memorial Stair Climb returns to Charlotte
The annual climb commemorates the fallen first responders of the September 11 terror attacks with every step.
September 4, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
A group of people talking at a long table in a community space.
City
Nonprofit aims to develop Nations Ford corridor
Transforming Nations Ford is calling on the City of Charlotte for investment and support in building community space.
September 3, 2024
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John Tosco sitting in his office with a guitar, surrounded by signed photographs and instruments.
Music
The organizer behind Charlotte’s free concerts: Tosco Music
Tosco Music has hosted “music parties” across the Queen City for decades, making live music accessible for the community.
August 26, 2024
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Two people working out to a video playing on a projector.
Fitness
Break a sweat to classic workout tapes
VisArt Video hosts weekly workout events to bring the community together to break a sweat and share some laughs.
August 22, 2024
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