Janelle Monáe has announced a North American tour, coming to Charlotte in October

CLTure 5/31 6:34A CLTure

By CLTure May 31, 2023 The multi-talented singer-songwriter, rapper and actor, Janelle Monáe has announced a North American tour coming off the announcement of her new album, The Age of Pleasure , set to be released on June 9. The 26-city trek...

Bossy Beulah’s Chicken Shack announces summer opening plan for downtown Fort Mill

CharlotteFive 5/31 6:23A John Marks

Details on opening giveaways to follow, as the menu takes shape for remodeled space downtown.

14 Summer Break kickoff celebrations with Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Charlotte On The Cheap 5/31 3:11A Jody Mace

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library s Summer Break program encourages kids, teens and adults to read and stay active over the summer. Everyone who signs up receives a coupon for a Wendy s Jr. Frosty and a...

7 free and cheap things to do in Lake Norman: Reggae at Sundown Sounds, see ‘Top Gun’

CharlotteFive 5/31 1:00A Jody Mace

Dance, do yoga, play music bingo or Bunco, watch a movie and more.

8th Annual Fire Party at Haylo Healing Arts Lounge June 24

Charlotte On The Cheap 5/31 12:57A Jody Mace

Haylo Healing Art Lounge , 1111 Central Avenue, is holding its 8th Annual Fire Party on Saturday, June 24, 2023, from 7 p.m. to midnight. It s free to attend, but the designated charity is Wind River...

5 Summer reading programs where kids can earn prizes

Charlotte On The Cheap 5/30 10:46P Jody Mace

Photo: depositphotos Summer reading programs can help to keep kids learning and growing through the summer. And without the pressure of school assignments, they have the freedom to explore their own...

Artisan Market and Festival at Woodlawn Community Fellowship

Charlotte On The Cheap 5/30 9:15P Jody Mace

Woodlawn Community Fellowship is inviting the community to an Artisan Market and Festival on Saturday, June 3, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Outdoor and indoor artisan market with 30+ artists and...

Juneteenth Pop-Up Shopping and Block Party Event in Mount Holly

Charlotte On The Cheap 5/30 2:12P Jody Mace

KB Events is hosting a Juneteenth Pop-Up Shopping and Block Party Event on Saturday, June 17, 2023, from 12 to 4 p.m., at Pisces Gallery, 122 East Central Avenue, Mount Holly, North Carolina . Enjoy a...

Taco Fest Carolinas June 3

Charlotte On The Cheap 5/30 1:51P Jody Mace

Taco Fest Carolinas takes place Saturday, June 3, 2023, from 11 a.m to 5 p.m., at McAlpine Creek Park, 8711 Monroe Road, Charlotte, NC . Check out the big list of Charlotte summer festivals! Admission...

Charlotte staple Brooks Sandwich House considers selling land as it approaches 50 years

CharlotteFive 5/30 10:03A Melissa Oyler,Heidi Finley

The family-run NoDa neighborhood spot to grab a burger or a hot dog with chili is exploring its options.

Rooted in Purpose: Chef Sam Diminich’s Restaurant Constance

Charlotte Magazine 5/30 5:00A Taylor Bowler

Sam Diminich named his new restaurant after his 19-year-old daughter, Constance, which means steadfast. It s an apt name for a culinary endeavor almost a year in the making. This isn t a restaurant...

Mecklenburg Amateur Radio Society (MARS) annual Field Day June 24-25

Charlotte On The Cheap 5/30 4:51A Jody Mace

The Mecklenburg Amateur Radio Society (MARS) is holding its annual Field Day from Saturday, June 24, at 2 p.m., to Sunday, June 25, 2023. For 24 hours they ll be at The Park on Wilgrove, 7750 Jim...

What to Do and See in Charlotte: June 2023

Charlotte Magazine 5/30 4:35A Tess Allen

Dig These Gigs Archers Friday, June 2, 8 p.m. The Milestone Club Wailin Storms Saturday, June 3, 10 p.m. Snug Harbor Unwed Sailor Saturday, June 3, 9 p.m. Petra s Taj Mahal & Los Lobos Monday, June 5,...

Charlotte’s Fetchin Bones and Durham native Betty Davis among 2023 North Carolina Music Hall of Fame...

CLTure 5/29 6:16P CLTure

By Daniel Coston May 30, 2023 The North Carolina Music Hall Of Fame recently announced its 2023 inductees and the group includes a diverse bunch. Funk singer-songwriter and model Betty Davis, folk musician Loudon Wainwright III, country artist...

STYLE: Diamond Brown of Diamond’s Body Care

Charlotte Magazine 5/29 3:09A Taylor Bowler

Diamond Brown moved to Charlotte from Detroit six years ago, coming off a painful upheaval of her life and career. She wanted a fresh start, and she was ready to expand her skin care business in a...