And if that’s not cool enough... ISF is hosting Carolina Charm — a first-of-its-kind cocktail event at The Revelry, hosted by Shep Rose and Austen Kroll of Bravo’s “Southern Charm.” Whether you’re planning a girls’ night or looking to dress up for a good cause, Carolina Charm is calling. The Thursday, Oct. 23 cocktail event will raise funds for fertility preservation programs for pediatric cancer survivors at Atrium Health Levine Children’s and MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital in Charleston, SC (hey, CHStoday).
Events
Events
Monday, Aug. 4
Disc Golf Putting League | 6-9 p.m. | Hoppin’ Rock Hill, Rock Hill, SC | $10+ | Make as many putts as possible in this unique weekly league.
A Night to Shine: Color, Closet & Camera | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | A-part[meant] | $42+ | Learn how to dress in your complimentary colors, shop, and smile for a new headshot.
Tuesday, Aug. 5
ONE Band with Charlotte is Creative | 6-10 p.m. | Divine Barrel Brewing | Cost of purchase | Read the setlist, find the song you can perform, and join anyone open to jamming on stage.
Tosco Music Open Mic | 6:30-9 p.m. | The Evening Muse | $8+ | Sing and dance along to local performers sharing their love of music.
Kesha | 7 p.m. | PNC Music Pavilion | $50+ | PNC’s “about to blow” with rocking energy from this live performance.
Charlotte 54: Fashion and Flash | 6 p.m. | Mint Museum Uptown at Levine Center for the Arts | Free+ | Spend the evening dancing a la Studio 54, plus pop-up fashion shows featuring looks from local designers that highlight vintage fashion.
Phoebe’s Birthday Book Swap Bash | 6-8 p.m. | Phoebe’s, Pineville | Free+ | Bring a book to swap with new friends while browsing the boutique.
The Board of Elections is taking requests for absentee ballots for Charlotte’s primary election. Ballots will be mailed starting this Friday, Aug. 8, and the last day to request a ballot is Tuesday, Aug. 26. The primary election is scheduled for Sept. 9.
Mansion Monday
Imagine living in a six-bedroom, Tudor-style home that’s covered in ivy. This Myers Park home also features an open-concept kitchen, an expansive patio, and a saltwater pool. It’s giving English countryside.
Eat
Bird Pizza, Spaghett, Leluia Hall, and Rada are some of the hardest reservations to get in the Queen City. From viral salad to fresh seafood, the demand is high for these Charlotte gems. Here’s how you can score a table. (The Charlotte Observer)
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Family
The Knothole Foundation is hosting a National Night Out celebration at the Richard “Stick” Williams Dream Fields and Education Center tomorrow, Aug. 5, from 6 to 8 p.m. Families can enjoy hot dogs, games, and a friendly baseball match between Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police and Charlotte Fire.
Kids
Registration is open for the YMCA’s flag football program, in partnership with the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC. Players will receive official Panthers NFL Flag jerseys, exclusive game day experiences, and compete in tournaments. Practices start Tuesday, Sept. 2.
Pets
Our tails are wagging — it’s officially August, which is National Dog Month. The best way to celebrate is by spending some quality time with your four-legged friends, and we recommend getting out for a fetching visit to a local dog park.
Community
Know a great singer?Nominate them to perform at Field & Stream Music Fest, running Oct. 3–5, at Carolina Adventure World in Winnsboro, SC — just 1.5 hours from Charlotte. The festival, from the team behind Lovin’ Life Music Fest, features headliners Eric Church, Miranda Lambert, and more.
Trending
Older generations are getting confused by the “Gen Z stare” — a blank and expressionless glance that usually conveys boredom, judgement, or indifference. It’s often done by younger people in public; if you haven’t seen it yet, be on the lookout next time you’re waiting at a local coffee shop. (The Guardian)
Try This
Beyoncé ended her Cowboy Carter tour with a nostalgic surprise, reuniting Destiny’s Child to sing a medley of their greatest hits. While we couldn’t be there in Las Vegas when it happened, you’ll find us performing the encore at NoDa 101. (Variety)
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Pickleball in Charlotte is all about serving up fun and good dinks. | Photo by CLTtoday
Did you know? Friday, Aug. 8 is National Pickleball Day and Rally is ready to celebrate. The pickleball destination is hosting Rallyfest, an annual event combining pickleball challenges, live music, raffles, and food and drinks. Tickets are $15.
If you can’t wait until Friday, here are some courts you can dink around.
The Dinkery
Whether you’re new or looking for other veterans, this is one of the most popular pickleball spots in North Carolina. It offers clinics, private lessons, open play, league play, and events.
Tipsy Pickle
Whether you’re looking for competitive play or learning the ropes, this 35,000-sqft space features six courts for players of all skill levels.
Rally
There’s always a competition to join at Rally, which has four indoor courts and four outdoor courts. Pickleballers can sign up for classes, king-of-the-court competitions, and rally ladder challenges.
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The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
What are you most excited to see open at Eastland Yards?
There’s a lot to look forward to when Eastland Yards officially opens. While 25% of voters look forward to new shops or the indoor sports and entertainment venue, 38% are excited for Eastland Park.
Recently, my team and I had a virtual pizza party, so I decided to visit Pie in the Sky in Mooresville and eat an entire (small) pie. I tried the “All The Way,” and it did not disappoint. From the fresh ingredients to the crunchy crust, I highly recommend it if you’re in the area. If you’re craving pizza now, here’s your sign.
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