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2013 OTHER SUMMER EVENT LIVE ARTS PERFORMANCES
Wed., June 19, 10:30 a.m.
704-920-4343Readings & Signings
Summer Reading Program Performance w Farmer Jason
Free
Walgreens Way to Well Health Tour with AARP
Thu., June 20, 11 a.m.Health & Fitness
The Walgreens Way to Well Health Tour with AARP offers three free health tests, valued at over $100, that measure 10 key indicators including total cholesterol, glucose, blood pressure, body mass index, body composition, skeletal muscle, resting metabolism, visceral fat, real body age & body weight. The tests are administered to adults age 18 years & older and can be completed in approximately 20 minutes. Free, one-year AARP memberships will be given to all adults who receive health tests. Free
Shelby Sprint Triathlon
Sat., June 22, 8 a.m. 70-484-2787Benefits & Fundraisers, Sports & Recreation
Triathlon begins at Shelby City Park, Shelby, NC. Outdoor 10 lane Olympic size overflow pool, where participants will snake down the pool swimming one direction in each lane. Transition area is located a mere 50 meters away on the front lawn of the Park, allowing excellent spectator vantage points. 20 kilometer bike course takes participants into uptown Shelby where they immediately turn out of town onto rolling hills. Participants will then circle back towards town. The 5K run is nearly completely flat, on some of the most scenic streets in Shelby. Event benefits the Arts Council. USA Triathlon sanctioned event.
111 S. Washington Street
General Charlotte Area
704-484-2787info@ccartscouncil.org
Race Viewing Party- Quaker State 400
Sat., June 29, 7:30 p.m. (704) 654-4400Film, Family, Sports & Recreation
Make plans to attend a Race Viewing Party at the NASCAR Hall of Fame! Races are shown live in the Belk High Octane Theatre where you’ll experience the excitement of watching the race on our 64 foot wide screen, complete with surround sound. You’ll have access to in-car video feeds plus scanners will be available so you can listen in on driver and crew dialogues. Concessions are available too…it’s the next best thing to being at the track.
$10 General Admission/$8 for Rookie/Crew Chief/Pit Crew Members/FREE for Winners/Champions/Legends Members
Race Viewing Party- Coke Zero 400
Sat., July 6, 7:30 p.m. (704) 654-4400Film, Family, Sports & Recreation
Make plans to attend a Race Viewing Party at the NASCAR Hall of Fame! Races are shown live in the Belk High Octane Theatre where you’ll experience the excitement of watching the race on our 64 foot wide screen, complete with surround sound. You’ll have access to in-car video feeds plus scanners will be available so you can listen in on driver and crew dialogues. Concessions are available too…it’s the next best thing to being at the track.
$10 General Admission/$8 for Rookie/Crew Chief/Pit Crew Members/FREE for Winners/Champions/Legends Members
Wild Life
Sat., July 13, 9 a.m. 7048254490Family, Festivals/Events
The Garden will feature more than plants during this exciting event, during which you will have a chance to get even closer to the wild side of nature. Guests will learn about, and see up-close, a wide variety of animals that can be found in the Garden and around the region -- maybe even in your back yard. $12 - adults; $11 - seniors 60+; $6 - kids 4-12; Free - Garden Members and children under 4
MOTION Dance Theatre
Fri., July 12, 8 p.m. and Sat., July 13, 8 p.m. 828-257-4530Theater/Dance/Performance Art
MOTION is a “choreographic laboratory,” rather than a traditional concert performance company. Each summer, the artistic director chooses dancers and guest choreographers from across the country and provides them with three weeks of restriction-free time to create new work.
MOTION Dance Theatre presents two performances at Diana Wortham Theatre
Friday July 12th and Saturday July 13th, both at 8pm.
$30 for adults, $25 for students/seniors
Flight of the Butterflies
Through July 17Film
This film covers the journey of hundreds of millions of monarch butterflies as they travel from Mexico through the U.S. to Canada and back south again. Showtimes vary by day. $10 ages 14-59, $9 ages 2-13 and 60+, $5 for Members, free for children under 2
301 North Tryon Street
General Charlotte Area
704-372-6261River Bound Race Series
Sat., July 20Festivals/Events, Sports & Recreation
The event is a signature trail-running race series featuring scenic and challenging trails in 5k and 15k races. For more information or to register, visit www.riverboundrace.com.
5000 Whitewater Center Parkway
General Charlotte Area
704-391-3900International Festival Day
Sat., July 20, 10 a.m.Festivals/Events
Haywood County Arts Council presents International Festival Day one week earlier this year on Saturday, July 20, 2013 in Downtown Waynesville, North Carolina. The one-day festival features international cuisine, a juried international and regional art show, local and regional entertainment that have previously included Uncle Hamish & the Hooligans, Folkmoot USA, Honey Holler, the Smoky Mountain Stompers, Professor Whizzpop, plus more. Children can visit “Passport to the Arts” Children’s Area for hands on crafts. Main St., Waynesville, NC. FREE.
86 N. Main St.
General Charlotte Area
828-452-0593info@haywoodarts.org
Drama Kids Summer Camp
July 8-26, 8 a.m. 704-612-1441Family, Theater/Dance/Performance Art
Our "Dramatic" full day Summer camp is for kids ages 5-11. Campers will create their own play as well as learn the basics of puppety! Campers will perform for their family and friends at the end of the week. We will have tons of fun!(Mon-Friday) 8:00am-5:00pm
$225
Real to Reel Film Festival
July 24-27Festivals/Events, Film
The Cleveland County Arts Council presents this international film festival to offer a forum for independent film, video and multi-media artists from around the world to showcase their works. For more information, visit www.ccartscouncil.org/realtoreel/.
Real to Reel Film Festival
July 24-27, 7 p.m. and July 27, 1 p.m. 704-484-2787Film
14th Annual “Real to Reel International Film Festival” will once again open its doors to embrace filmmakers and film lovers alike. Located in the heart of North Carolina between Asheville and Charlotte, the mission of the Real to Reel International Film Festival is to offer a forum for independent film artists from around the world to showcase their talents and expose the works of these artists to our region. Visitors will find a great lineup of films from around the world, a chance to talk with filmmakers and a concession stand with all those goodies you would expect to find.
Tickets: $8 in advance, $10 at the door. Passes: $30 in advance, $35 at the door.
111 S. Washington Street
General Charlotte Area
704-484-2787info@ccartscouncil.org
Wild Wings!
Sat., Aug. 3, 9 a.m. 7048254490Family, Festivals/Events
Wildlife biologist Susan Campbell returns for her annual research trip as she traps, bands and releases hummingbirds. Visitors can observe, ask questions and help release the tiny birds, resulting in an incredible opportunity to see science in action. In addition, there will be a hummingbird activity and scavenger hunt.
$12 - adults; $11 - seniors 60+; $6 - kids 4-12; Free - Garden Members and children under 4
WBT Briarhoppers in Concert
Sat., Aug. 3, 2 p.m. 704-868-2164 / Dial 4Country/Folk
Free family concert by legendary old-time bluegrass/string band presented by Gaston County Public Library and Friends of the Gaston County Public Library. Appropriate for adults and school-age youth. No reservations required for individuals and families. Advance reservations required for organized groups. Information: 704-868-2164 / Dial 4.
free
1555 East Garrison Boulevard
General Charlotte Area
704-868-2164carol.reinhardt@co.gaston.nc.us
