Written by: Jenelle Kellam (IG: @doitforthebites)
Looking to level up your business? Enjoy live music? Check out these events happening throughout the month of September.
Mint to Move
When: September 4, 7:30 p.m.- 11:30 p.m.
Where: Online
Cost: Free
Learn new and exciting dance moves from the comfort of your home. Instructors will perform from Charlotte’s Black Lives Matter mural in Uptown. Event will be live-streamed on museum’s Facebook and YouTube pages.
Family First: Rhythmic Painting with Artist Natalie Chanel
When: September 4, 3 p.m.- 4 p.m.
Where: Online via Zoom
Cost: Free
The work of painter Alma Thomas inspires this month’s Family First. Learn about Ms. Thomas’ life and her signature artistic style. Use the Zoom link to participate in the live art workshop. If you prefer to watch without participating, visit the Harvey B. Gantt Center Official YouTube Channel.
First Friday Live Music and Open Mic Poetry
When: September 4, 6 p.m.- 8 p.m.
Where: The Pauline Tea Bar and Apothecary
Cost: $10 suggested donation
Enjoy a cup of herbal tea as you listen to the sounds of featured guest, Arsena Schroeder accompanied by Curt Keyz. Limited in-person seating available. Sign up to attend at sherry@ienate.com. The event will also be live streamed on Facebook.
The Block: Owning Our Voice
When: September 10, 6:30 p.m.
Where: Online via Zoom
Cost: Free
This month, ‘The Block’ will discuss owning our narrative as a community and the value of a collective agenda. Register via Eventbrite. Private Zoom link emailed to those who RSVP.
Business 911: Partnership Agreements 101
When: September 10, 11 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Where: Online
Cost: $27
Learn how to create a partnership agreement in this online workshop presented by Business 911 Small Business Center. Register on Eventbrite.
Black is Tech Virtual Conference
When: September 24-26 (all day)
Where: Online
Cost: Free
Join 6000+ Black and minority tech professionals—and entrepreneurs— online for two days of learning, networking, and recruitment. The two-day event includes keynotes, fireside chats, panel discussions, workshops, and more. Register here.
Business 911: Grow Your Business on Facebook
When: September 25, 7 p.m.- 8 p.m.
Where: Online
Cost: $27
Expand your brand and increase your Facebook following with strategic solutions from proven experts. Register here.
The Small Business Spotlight: Pop-Up Shop
When: September 26, 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.; September 27, 12 p.m.- 6 p.m.
Where: Carolina Place Mall (11025 Carolina Place Pkwy.)
Cost: Free
Create Amazing, LLC presents The Small Business Spotlight. Connect with, and support small business owners in Mecklenburg County and the surrounding area. Stay local, shop local, and support local. Vending opportunities available.
F*ck Up, Level Up
When: September 20, 7 p.m.
Where: Online via Zoom
Cost: Free
Advent coworking along with activist and host of The Oh Show, Ohavia Phillips, will be joined by Charlotte activists Kristie Puckett Williams, Nada Merghani, and Frederick Murphy. Panelists/activists will share their setbacks and comebacks, which led them to where they are today. Free event, donations to individual activists suggested. Register here.
Small Space Sessions
When: Every Saturday, 10 a.m.- 12 p.m.
Where: Dupp & Swat
Cost: Free
Pull up and vibe out to sounds from local performance artists, every Saturday in September.
Live Music presented by Middle C Jazz
When: All month
Where: Online and in-person at Middle C Jazz (300 S. Brevard St., Charlotte)
Cost: Varies
Middle C Jazz is a live music venue offering a variety of in-person and live-stream concerts. Check out their September calendar, https://middlecjazz.com/calendar/, for more details.
Grow With Google Workshops
When: All month
Where: Online
Cost: Free
From problem-solving to money management, Grow with Google offers a variety of virtual workshops for those looking to grow their business. Visit https://grow.google/events/ for a list of September workshops.
