Events Next 30 Days
Carolinas Matchmaker hosts Conversations and Cocktails at Stache House Bar and Lounge for Singles in their 40's and 50's
Wed., May 22, 7 p.m.
704-957-4704Singles
Stache House is Charlotte’s newest bar and lounge located in the historic South End neighborhood. Featuring high-end liquors, specialty martinis, select wines, craft beer and a variety of flavored hookah ‘Stache House creates the ideal environment for the busy Charlotte sophisticate to relax and enjoy after work cocktails or celebratory drinks.
There is no cover but you are responsible for purchasing your own drinks.
n/a
1520 South Blvd. Suite 120
South End
(704)335-0530info@stachehouseclt.com
Gatsby Gala
Fri., May 24, 4 p.m.Festivals/Events
On the heels of The Great Gatsby's release, Sullivan's is hosting this event comprising a Roaring Twenties costume contest, Gatsby-themed cocktails, lively raffles and trivia. Guests will be able to nab prizes throughout the night that include Skyy Vodka martini sets. Live music that includes Electro Swing and 1920s tunes will also be on site. In addition to the gala, Sullivan's fans may participate in a 1920s-themed photo contest surrounding the event from May 17-31. For more information and to make reservations, call (704)355-8228 or visit www.sullivanssteakhouse.com/gatsby
Household Hertz with Wilkinson (UK)
Sat., May 25, 9 p.m.DJ/Electronic
A night of frequencies brought to you by a man who has become a household name in the world of drum & bass.
The HERTZ 2 Year Anniversary
Featuring:
Wilkinson (UK) – Ram Records
Artist Links:
http://ramrecords.com/component/content/article/35-artists/80-ram-records-wilkinson-biography-a-bookings
http://soundcloud.com/wilkinsonuk
Local Support:
Tony Dubz, Will Love, and B.Z. (Heavy Heads)
Dark Intelligence & Forrest Bump (Smash Bro’z)
R1 & Ichi Ni (Cobraconz)
$10 before 11 / $15 after
Dillinger Escape Plan, The Faceless, Royal Thunder, I For One
Wed., May 29Pop/Rock
THE DILLINGER ESCAPE PLAN
One of the most intriguing bands in all of metal, the DEP’s explosion of rock is interlaced with frenetic hardcore, prog rock and percussive inflections. The unrelenting noise will repel casual observers, but keen ears will be rewarded with a manic trip laden with shards of sounds. It’s an inventive barrage to be sure, but isn’t that the point when a band of musicians writes and plays music on their own terms, not bending even a millimeter for commercial gain? Over the years they’ve honed the sound and while the musicianship remains precise, even calculated, what ensues is the din of a restless herd of wild horses suddenly let loose out the gates. The freshly released recording, One of Us is the Killer, continues the momentum.
$15/$18
15 Year Anniversary Group
Through May 31Visual Arts
With gallery closings on the rise, we’re especially pleased to announce a reopening. Hidell Brooks Gallery, which closed its doors back in November of 2012 to renovate and expand its quarters, is back in the game with three distinct exhibition spaces and more storage space. The new floorplan is credited to Lindsay Smith — who also designed the gallery back in 1998 — of Dimcheff Smith Studio. To celebrate, Hidell Brooks will be having a reception for its 15 Year Anniversary Group. The exhibit will showcase artwork by 34 different artists of varying styles and mediums. They include works by artist Sherrie Wolf, who combines detailed still lifes with a backdrop of whimsical landscapes, portraiture and scenery; Selena Beaudry, who uses cut-up pieces of painted paper to intricately layer her colorful, funky compositions; and Miranda Lake, who uses wax and collage to create psychedelic nature displays. Katherine Ace, Philip Geiger, Johan Hagaman, David Kroll, Rana Raochet, Amanda Talley, and many others will also be sharing.
Free admission
Wit & Whimsy
Through May 31Visual Arts
It's no big surprise that Vicki Sawyer grew up with a family that loved nature or that it rubbed off on the Tennessee-based artist, who frequently paints portraits of animals and surrounding aspects of the wilderness. Her acrylic works are realistic, yet somewhat unnatural in appearance. Having worked closely with painting birds, Sawyer deviates by painting on accessories like hats and masks to her feathered and/or furry subjects. Her latest exhibit at Lark & Key features paintings like these, in addition to others — some of which include a sheep with an assortment of birds nesting in its fur and a child clothed in vines with a bird sitting on his shoulders. It's all just too cute to be true. With pottery by Paula Smith. Opening reception on April 5, 6 p.m.-9 p.m.
Free admission
SoundScan with Rich Medina
Fri., May 31, 9 p.m.Hip-Hop/Soul/R&B
Sound Scan : the ultimate musical journey
House, Afrobeat, Funk, and Hip Hop with
Rich Medina (Fusicology)
There are few nightclub DJs that have accomplished as much on a global scale as Rich Medina. From his humble beginnings as a young b-boy-turned-DJ in Lakewood, NJ, to his current status manning the decks as one of the most popular DJs in Philadelphia NYC, Rich Medina has consistently taken multi-ethnic crowds on a sonic journey through hip-hop, house, Afrobeat, funk and soul, unearthing one musical gem after another, for almost 20 years.
with local support from
Dj Justice
Ladies $5 before 10:30 / $10 admission
What the Truck?
Sat., June 1, 6:30 p.m.Festivals/Events
Food truck and music festival. Trial by Fire (Journey cover band) and Sunset Strip ('80s hair metal cover band) to perform. For more information visit www.amossouthend.com. $10
Back to the Garden
Through June 1Visual Arts
Opening reception on April 5th, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Free
Face to Face, Teenage Bottlerocket, Black List Royals, Joshua Black Wilkins
Wed., June 5Pop/Rock
$17/$20
