Charlotte Events 1/26 – 1/28
Lots of cool happenings this weekend in the Charlotte area, and we have picked our favorites!
Whether you are looking for music, arts or community functions, Charlotte always has a lot to offer.
There are many other events in the surrounding area if you care to venture out.
To check out all the events in Charlotte (or surrounding areas) this weekend, visit Creative Loafing online!
Benefit: Art Auction
When: Sat., Jan. 28, 6-10 p.m.
Price: $20
Theater: The Amen Corner
When: Thu., Jan. 26, 7:30 p.m., Fri., Jan. 27, 8 p.m. and Sat., Jan. 28, 8 p.m.
Price: $17-$22
James Baldwin’s The Amen Corner— a 1955 drama turned Broadway musical in later years — hasn’t had much glory with popularity. But before you go thinking it’s just a script of rigorous religious standards associated with life in the Bible belt, think again. This little churchy number hits close to home for anyone who has ever found themselves hating. Now that On Q Productions is reviving the spiritual saga, “hallelujahs” are even in order. The plot revolves around Sister Margaret’s (played by Terry Henry) double whammy of downs. Not only has her dying ex-husband showed up to make amends with her, but he’s influencing her son with his craft for music. All this, and the church folk are questioning her authority as she begins to practice what she sure as hell ain’t preachin’. Duke Energy Theatre www.blumenthalarts.org
Children of Bodom, Eluveitie, Revocation, Threat Signal
When: Sat., Jan. 28
Price: $17/$20
Acclaimed Finnish black metal quintet Children of Bodom is known for its thrashing yet melodic sound. Touring to support their latest release, Relentless Reckless Forever, guitar hero bandleader Alexi Laiho and his cohorts show great technical proficiency and hair-slinging passion as they deliver an unforgiving assault of melodic hooks, heavy guitar, the occasional wash of synth and a winking sense of humor. Warm up those neck muscles — it’s head-banging time. With Eluveitie, Revocation and Threat Signal. (Rachel Bailey) Tremont Music Hall
Bridal Open-House at The Secret Chocolatier
When: Sun., Jan. 29, 2 p.m.
Phone: 7043238178
Price: Free
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7th Annual Oyster Roast
When: Sat., Jan. 28, 6:30 p.m.
Phone: 704-636-1882
Price: $65 per person
Unexpected Death of Northwest School of the Arts Shocks Students and Parents
The sudden death of Northwest School of the Arts principal, Barry Bowe, has many in the community shocked and saddened. Bowe died on Monday afternoon of an apparent suicide.
One teacher at the school stated, ”I can’t tell you how I feel,”. “This is going to be a very difficult day around here.” Grief counselors are on hand at the school today to help students and teachers deal with this untimely news.
Shooting Geese with Arrows in Indian Trail?
Someone is shooting and killing geese in Indian Trail – and they are using razor tipped arrows to do it.
There have been dozens of birds found shot with arrows, pellets and other gun shells in the area of Wesley Chapel Road. The Carolina Waterfowl Rescue group is now offering a reward of $1000 in hopes someone will come forward that has information about these shootings.
Anton Kotestky, one of the area residents whos son one of the geese stated, “Some of these arrows have been broad-head arrows,” said Kotesky. “So (we want to make sure) that it’s not going to come in contact with a human, because you could certainly kill someone.”
Anyone with information is asked to call the Union County Sheriff’s Office at 704-283-3768. You can also contact the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission at 800-662-7137
Emily Maynard from Charlotte is Chosen as the Next Bachelorette
Producers of “The Bachelorette” announced yesterday that Charlottes own Emily Maynard has been chosen as the next Bachelorette. The show will actually be produced in Charlotte so that Maynard is more comfortable and doesn’t have to leave her young daughter.
People Magazine listed the Top 5 Things that Contestants Need to Know to Woo Emily Maynard:
- She has had many loses n her life and her next suitor needs to understand that
- Her daughter Ricki will always be first in her life
- She is a cat lover – so the men need to be as well
- Brad Womack, whom she was engaged to, is still is a large part of her life and must be accepted as part of the package
- Whoever she chooses will be financially stable and have the utmost in patience
You can check out the full story on the Charlotte Observer website.
Democratic National Convention to Try Something New
The Democratic National Convention announced big changes for the upcoming event in Charlotte on September 3rd. They broke from tradition and decided to shorten the convention to 3 days and move some major events to outdoor venues.
President Obama will now deliver his acceptance speech at Bank of America Stadium, even though this facility has no cover in case of bad weather. According to DNC Committee Chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz, “We wanted to find a way to truly make this convention different than any other in history. We want this convention to be about more than just the pageantry and speeches you see on TV.” They are seeking to engage a larger group of Americans in a meaningful way.
CMS Schools Report Middle School Suspensions Have Risen
With the closing this year of three troubled middle schools, Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools has reported that sending those students to other schools with younger students has caused a sharp rise in discipline problems. These issues are reaching into the lower grades due to these transitions and the poor planning that was involved beforehand.
One CMS parent, Tamisha Payne stated, “Her fourth-grader is in a class with 51 students and two teachers, awaiting mobile classrooms that will allow splitting the group. It’s like a domino effect: One kid starts misbehaving, then another kid starts misbehaving. There’s a point when the parents say, ‘Enough. This is not a good environment. It’s insane.’ ” In addition, rivals between schools has been a problem when students from closed schools are placed along with rival students.
Peter Gorman stated, “That CMS’ new schools would help students by breaking up large clusters of adolescents and putting them into smaller, more controlled settings with strong principals and teachers. The plan will eventually create more stability, allowing children to stay in one school from age 4 until they move up to high school.” Although many question if all of the shuffling has had a detrimental adverse affect. You can read the whole story here at CharlotteObserver.com.
The comparisons between 2010 and 2011 do show quite a difference:
