Indigenous Peoples Day, a federally recognized day honoring Native peoples and commemorating their histories and cultures + Columbus Day, a federal holiday commemorating Italian explorer Christopher Columbus’ voyage across the Atlantic on Oct. 12, 1492. (WCNC)
Civic
Despite the federal holiday, city offices will remain open today + services like trash and recycling collection will go on as usual. Make a note of the changes due to upcoming holidays.
Closing
Charlotte-based book wholesaler Baker & Taylor will shut down by year’s end, ending nearly 200 years in business. It was widely recognized as the largest library wholesaler in the US. (The Charlotte Observer)
Community
The steel beams are up for the outdoor pavilion at the upcoming Charlotte Museum of Nature. The reimagined nature museum in Freedom Park will encourage nature exploration and education when it opens next year.
Mansion Monday
It’s Mansion Monday: Modern Edition. This architectural feat in Camel Park includes an infinity pool + sauna. Guess the price.
Outdoors
It’s armadillogeddon. Residents are encouraged to report sightings of nine-banded armadillos — a rapidly expanding and invasive species. Email a photo, date, time, and location of any sightings. (Charlotte Stories)
Concert
Tumble out of bed and stumble to Knight Theater to experience “Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony,” with the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra. Hear the stories behind iconic songs like “Jolene” and “I Will Always Love You,” from Dolly on screen as the symphony performs with guest vocalists. Grab tickets.*
Wellness
A Home For All, part of United Way of Greater Charlotte, launched a new psychiatry program: Wellness Without Walls. The program is intended to provide mental health treatment to residents in Mecklenburg County. (The Charlotte Observer)
Sports
Did you see the Panthers play? Locked On has the details.
Eat
Looking for a pizza the action? Charlotte didn’t make The Food Network’s 50 States of Pizza Slices list, but we think they’re sleeping on our pizza scene. Whether you’re after thin crust, funky toppings, deep dish, or take out gems, we’ve got plenty of great pizzerias in town.
Travel
Did someone say road trip? Pack your boots, binoculars, and sense of wonder before heading out to South Carolina’s Old English District. Explore scenic trails, state parks, and some good old-fashioned fresh air. Start planning.*
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Jobs
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Event Spotlight
Sweet Lew’s uses North Carolina oysters for their Pig Pickin’ plate.
Photo by CLTtoday
Get ready to sample your fill of Charlotte’s best barbecue. Four pitmasters from across the Queen City are partnering for the Pig Pickin’, a Carolina BBQ Festival event that celebrates the “whole hog” tradition. The party kicks off at 12 p.m. this Sunday, Oct. 19, at Mac’s Speedshop in South End.
Not only do you get to sample delicious barbecue like we did, but the event also serve as an official Carolina Panthers watch party, with live music and drink specials. Tickets are $25. What will you try first?
The Buy
A set of non-slip stair carpet treads. We love that they feature a peel off backing for easy installation and no leftover residue. Bonus: They’re ultra-soft, durable, and easy to clean.
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.
Always glad for the opportunity to write about baseball — no matter how bananas. I’m a Cubs fan myself, and we rarely get to smile in October.
I’d like to thank the North Carolina Tar Heels for Michael Busch — you know, the first guy to hit multiple leadoff homeruns in the same postseason series. Aw, look at that baby face.
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