Written by: Jenelle Kellam (@doitforthebites)
Can you believe we are finally coming to the end of 2020? Yea, neither can we. As you prepare to close out your year (and books), consider adding a few of these events to your schedule. Continue to support those in and around the community, that’s the only way we get better.
As always, stay safe and follow any and all COVID-19 safety measures that are in place. This pandemic is not a game, and it’s certainly not over.
Small Space Sessions
When: Every Saturday in December, 10:00 am
Where: Dupp & Swat
Cost: Free
New month, same vibes. Featured artists will showcase their talents every Saturday in Dupp & Swat’s community space.
Grow with Google Workshops
When: All month
Where: Online
Cost: Free
Connect with Customers and Manage Your Business Remotely, and Collaborate with Google Docs, and Using Data to Drive Business Growth are a few of the workshop topics being offered this month. Register online here.
Can Creative Entrepreneurs Win Government Contracts?
When: Anytime
Where: IG Live
Cost: Free
Christine Edwards, the “Civic Innovator”, offers four key points for creative entrepreneurs to consider when applying for government contracts. Access the IG Live directly,
The Soul of Brooklyn
When: Now until December 31
Where: The Brooklyn Collective, 229 S. Brevard Street
Cost: Free
The Soul of Brooklyn is an art exhibit that honors the historic Brooklyn community.
[Startups]: Startup Mentorship Program
When: Multiple dates in December
Where: Online
Cost: $30-$75.
Learn the ins and out of startups, from start to finish. Register here.
Entrepreneur Crash Course
When: Wednesday, December 2, 8:00 pm-9:00 pm
Where: Online
Cost: Free. Tickets available here.
Go from a successful professional to a successful entrepreneur, with 8 essentials to include in your business plan.
CYANCA * FREE Streaming on Mandolin & Facebook*
When: Wednesday, December 2, 7:00 pm
Where: Online
Cost: Suggested donation of $10.
Emerging artist, singer-songwriter, and self-taught producer CYANCA is the featured artist for this installment of Queen City Streams Series-Free Live Stream Service Powered by Mandolin. Event streaming live from Neighborhood Theatre.
First Friday Live Music
When: Friday, December 4, 6 pm-8 pm
Where: The Pauline Tea-Bar Apothecary, 2326 Arty Avenue, Charlotte, NC
Cost: Free
Sit on the spacious patio, cozy up with a cup of herbal tea, and indulge in a locally made dessert as you listen to music from local artists.
Hue House presents The Block: Vision 2021
When: Thursday, December 10, 6:30 pm
Where: Online
Cost: Free
Join ‘The Block’ for a virtual vision board experience led by Tierany Griffin-Purdie.
Black Violin
When: Now through Saturday, December 12
Where: Online
Cost: $5
Black Violin is led by classically trained string players Wil B. (viola) and Kev Marcus (violin). The 40-minute recorded concert is followed by a recorded Q&A. It can be streamed at any time from now until December 12.
Fine Art Weekend at The Corner
When: Saturday, December 12, 2 pm- 10 pm and December 13, 2 pm-5 pm
Where: 8838 Arbor Creek Drivey
Cost: $5
TTT Media, LLC in collaboration with The Corner presents a monthly display of visual artists. Find the weekend itinerary here.
Jazz Room Holiday Edition
When: Friday, December 18, 8 pm
Where: Online. Facebook Live or YouTube Live
Cost: Free. Suggested $10 donation
JazzArts Charlotte and Music Everywhere CLT present the annual JAZZ ROOM Holiday Edition. Enjoy the sounds of the season from the comfort of your home.
Mercury Carter *FREE Streaming on Manolin & Facebook
When: Thursday, December 17, 7:00 pm
Where: Online
Cost: Suggested $10 donation
Charlotte, NC born singer-songwriter and vocalist, MercuryCarter is the featured artist for this installment of Queen City Streams Series-Free Live Stream Service Powered by Mandolin. Event streaming live from Neighborhood Theatre.
NC On Scene Ugly Seater Pop-Up Shop & Breakfast
When: Saturday, December 19, 8:30 pm- 11:00 pm
Where: Noda@28th
Cost: Free to attend.
Put on your ugly sweater for this pop-up shop and breakfast event. Shop local vendors, listen to music, and stay for giveaways. Register here.
Soulful Noel
When: December 19, 2:00 pm-4:00 pm and 8:00 pm- 10:00 pm
Where: Camp North End
Cost: $28
OnQ presents in its 8th year, A Soulful Noel. An original musical revue of your favorite Christmas classics remixed with an R & B, Funk, Gospel, and Soul spin. Two showings are available. Tickets on sale via this link.
