Uptown looked a lot different in 2007. | Photos by Google
Charlotte is constantly changing and evolving, as recently as the Wells Fargo tower lighting up the sky with its new letters this summer. But thanks to the internet, the blank handlebar lives on forever.
If you’re feeling nostalgic, you can use the Google Street View tool to find a specific address, see the most recent Google images, and see how that location looked in previous years.
Vinyl Night | 4:30-9:30 p.m. | Cork & Cap | Free+ | Sip your favorite wine while enjoying the sounds of your favorite record.
Back To School Movie Night: “Akeelah and the Bee” | 5-7:30 p.m. | Allegra Westbrooks Regional Library | Free | Bring the family to a movie at the library + the first 10 girls to arrive will receive a backpack full of school supplies.
Thursday, Aug. 21
“Rosedale: Can You Dig It?” | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Historic Rosedale | $5+ | Visit Historic Rosedale to learn the history of the owners and enslaved families who once called the site “home.”
Mosaic Lamp Workshop | 6 p.m. | Slow Play Brewing, Rock Hill, SC | $50+ | Learn to combine glass beads to create an adorned candle holder or lamp.
Crossroads Cinema: “The Incredibles” | 8:30-10:30 p.m. | Ford Green | Free | Grab a bite from nearby vendors before setting up lawn chairs and a blanket to enjoy the Pixar film under the stars.
Friday, Aug. 22
Brain Health Workshop Information Session | 9:30-11:30 a.m. | The Ivey Brain Health & Memory Wellness Center | Free | Get details on workshops designed to keep your brain healthy.
2025 Keep Pounding High School Classic | 4 p.m. | Bank of America Stadium | $11+ | Get ready for the Friday night lights as the Hough Huskies, South Pointe Stallions, Grimsley Whirlies, and West Charlotte Lions open the season with a doubleheader on the gridiron.
Ben Rector | 7 p.m. | The Amp | $55+ | You will feel “Brand New” when singing and dancing along to this indie pop star.
Saturday, Aug. 23
Tour de Turns | 7-9 a.m. | New City Church/Carmel Road Park | $30+ | This annual charity bike ride takes riders and walkers through South Charlotte to benefit Nourish Up and their work to end hunger.
Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co. is welcoming coffee lovers to its first Charlotte-area shop starting Friday, Aug. 22, across from UNC Charlotte. The Michigan-based chain serves Yemeni coffee and hot tea + honeycomb bread, croissants, and other pastries. We’re visiting soon — keep an eye out for our order.
Announced
Maman, a French bakery and coffeehouse, is setting up shop in the former Luna’s Living Kitchen space in South End. The announcement comes as the bakery also plans to open a location at The Commonwealth in Plaza Midwood — plus, a third location in the works. Opening dates remain TBA.
Open
American Airlines’ new travel lounge is now open at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Provisions by Admirals Club offers grab-and-go food, drinks, and travel assistance services to American Airlines’ Admiral Club members + can be found on Concourse A next to Gate A1. (WCNC)
Davidson is Charlotte’s No. 1 wealthiest suburb, according to a study by GoBankingRates. The study used data from the 2023 US Census, and measured mean household income, average value of single-family homes, and changes in those values over one year. (WCNC)
Older Adult
Pets are having a pawsitive impact on Charlotte’s senior residents. Residents at Waltonwood Senior Living Center have recently adopted fur friends from the Humane Society of Charlotte, and say they’re really comforting companions. (WCNC)
Plan Ahead
East Carolina University’s hockey team will face off against Georgia Tech Hockey at Truist Field for the fourth annual Outdoor Classic game at Truist Field. Mark your calendar for Thursday, Nov. 20. Ticket details are TBA.
Sports
UNC Charlotte’s soccer team was chosen as the 2025 American Conference’s preseason favorite. The 49ers are the defending champions of the league + earned 58 points and four of the nine possible first-place votes. Catch them in action tomorrow, Aug. 21 — tickets start at $9 for the men’s and women’s doubleheader.
Listen
Was Tidjane Salaun the right pick for the Hornets? Go beyond the clipboard for the biggest stories on the Charlotte Hornetswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Drink
Save the date, pumpkin spice latte people — the beloved beverage will return to Starbucks on Tuesday, Aug. 26. Need something to sip in the meantime? Try a seasonal drink at one of Charlotte’s local coffee shops.
Pets
Talk about a golden opportunity — auditions are now open for “Air Bud Returns,” the latest installment in the beloved movie series. If you want to sign up your golden retriever, you’ll need to submit a video of their best skills. For the camera-shy dogs, 30+ pet-friendly ideas await in Charlotte.
Number
500+. That’s how many small businesses, manufacturers, and local companies have posted jobs on Job Board. Try it for yourself. Post unlimited job listings for free + get connected with top local talent.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is one of the largest employers in Mecklenburg County and teaches nearly 150,000 students. | Photo via WCNC
Did you know? North Carolina has 2,496 school districts and over 1.5 million students, and two major districts in the Charlotte area are soon returning to class: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools and Union County Public Schools.
So, we’re giving you the 411 on enrollment, student-teacher ratios, and more (thanks to data from U.S. News & World Report)for the area’s major school districts. And don’t worry, there won’t be any homework.
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We have not one, but two “Top Chef” updates to announce... Possible filming was spotted outside Whole Foods and La Belle Helene in Uptown + host Kristen Kish already dished about her trip to Bojangles. Don’t mind me, I’ll be camped out in Uptown for a sighting tonight.
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