Written by: Jenelle Kellam (@doitforthebites)
It’s officially spring, and it feels like we’re finally getting a grip on the pandemic, which means more opportunity to get out and about in the Queen City. If you’re still taking it easy with the crowds, don’t worry! This list has virtual options, too.
Small Space Sessions
When: Every Saturday in April
Where: DUPP&SWAT – 1824 Statesville Ave. Suite 105, Charlotte, NC
Cost: Free
Featured artists showcase their talents every Saturday in DUPP&SWAT’s community space. Find the schedule, start time and artist announcements on their Instagram page.
Constellation CLT featuring Georgie Nakima at the Mint Museum
When: Ongoing through May 2
Where: Mint Museum Uptown – 500 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC
Cost: Free admission on Wednesdays from 5-9 p.m.
Native Charlottean and Northwest School of the Arts graduate Georgie Nakima (also known as Garden of Journey) will showcase the progression of her work in the Constellation CLT installation. Her murals are on display now at four locations around the Mint Museum. Learn more here.
Grow Your Brand with Content
When: April 3, 2 p.m.
Where: Online: Register here.
Cost: Free
Content is king, and every brand needs it to grow. Learn content-specific growth strategies in this free online training.
Family First: The Standard Jazz Series
When: April 3, 12 p.m.
Where: Online: RSVP here.
Cost: Free
Musician Harvey Cummings II and his band will trace the story of America’s classical music—jazz—in a virtual, live performance workshop.
Open House at Studio 229 on Brevard
When: April 4, 3-8 p.m.
Where: Studio 229 – 229 S Brevard St, Charlotte, NC
Cost: Free. Must register here to attend.
Studio 229 owners Kevin and Monique Douglas invite previous and new patrons out for a chill time of socializing and good vibes. Enjoy live music, complementary dessert and a cash bar. Free to attend, but registration is required.
The Block: Decode the Code Switch
When: April 8, 6:30 p.m.
Where: Online. Register here.
Cost: Free
Pull up to The Block as we discuss the prompts and spectrum of code-switching. RSVP for Zoom access.
How to Repurpose Your Content
When: April 8
Where: Online. Register here.
Cost: Free
Chisa Pennix-Brown, CEO of Lady Bizness, will teach you how to repurpose your content across platforms and for multiple social media accounts. Get info on this event and other small business workshops here.
Nostalgic Lane 2 Day Vintage Market
When: April 10-11, 2-6 p.m.
Where: DUPP & SWAT – 1824 Statesville Ave. Suite 105, Charlotte, NC
Cost: Free. Register here.
Shop with your favorite vintage and thrift sellers at this pop-up market.
Not Just Coffee Block Party
When: April 10, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Not Just Coffee – 1026 Jay St., Charlotte, NC
Cost: Free to attend
Lined with vendors, Not Just Coffee on Jay Street is the place you’ll want to be for a socially-distanced block party full of local artisans, and of course, coffee.
Shop Weekends at The Freedom Market in Charlotte
When: Every Saturday and Sunday in April, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 1635 W Trade St., Charlotte, NC
Cost: Free
Shop and explore Black-owned businesses at this weekend market. Enjoy tasty food and drinks along the way.
Open Air: Artist Conversation with Chelle Barbour
When: April 13
Where: Online, YouTube and Facebook Live
Cost: Free, RSVP here.
Open Air is a monthly series of virtual studio visits and intimate conversations with Black contemporary artists across the country. This month’s event is with Chelle Barbour, an artist and curate whose work is featured in the Harvey B. Gantt Center’s current exhibit “Vision & Spirit.” Gantt Center curator Dexter Wimberly will lead the conversation.
F*ck Up Level Up
When: April 28
Where: Virtual. Get access here.
Cost: Free
Host Ohavia Phillips leads an intimate conversation among featured panelists sharing a range of personal experiences related to the entrepreneurial journey.
