Events from October 16, 2024 – November 6, 2024 – Arts & Science Council

Bilingual Holiday Concert by Latin Band Café Amaretto

Giovanna Torres — Sat, 13 Dec 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Presented by Divins Music
When: Saturday, December 13 (11am)
Where: Pineville Public Library (505 Main St #100, Pineville, NC, 28134)

Celebrate the holidays by enjoying traditional Latin-American songs and more during this special concert featuring the Café Amaretto Band – Ana Lucía Divins (Vocals), Carlos Crespo (Guitar), Edgar Marcano (Percussion), Carlos Baez (Bass) & Tom Hanchett (Violin). This concert is part of the “Feel it with Music” series, a program sponsored by ASC’s Culture Blocks – a community partnership funded by Mecklenburg County.

Celebra las fiestas navideñas disfrutando de canciones tradicionales latinoamericanas y más en este especial concierto con Café Amaretto Band – Ana Lucía Divins (voz), Carlos Crespo (guitarra), Edgar Marcano (percusión), Carlos Báez (bajo) y Tom Hanchett (violín). Este concierto es parte de la serie “Siéntelo con Música”, un programa patrocinado por Culture Blocks de ASC, una colaboración comunitaria financiada por el condado de Mecklenburg.

The Magic Flute 2.0 Session

Giovanna Torres — Sat, 13 Dec 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Presented by Opera Carolina
When: Saturday, December 13 (11am)
Where: South Blvd. Library (4429 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28209)

Life Skills Through Theatre Skills @ Tuckaseegee

38North — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Presented by Children’s Theatre of Charlotte
When: Mondays (Creative Drama) and Wednesdays (Creative Movement) 10-11 AM
Where: Tuckaseegee Recreation Center (4820 Tuckaseegee Rd, Charlotte, NC 28208)

Celebrate creativity and explore the artist within through guided theatre and art activities with “Life Skills Through Theatre Skills.” Recommended for ages 3-6. Free

September 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29
October 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29
November 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26
December 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17

Cardio Drumming and Tap Abilities Classes

38North — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Presented by Ignite Dance Productions
When: Tuesdays through December 16 (10-11am) *no classes Nov. 11th*
Where: Belle Johnston Community Center (1000 Johnston Dr, Pineville, NC 28134)

Experience the joy of rhythm and movement in this upbeat class designed for adults and seniors of all mobility levels. Whether you’re tapping or drumming to the beat, you’ll boost your fitness, lift your mood, and have a blast – no experience needed! Just bring your energy and get ready to move!

TapAbilities- July 1, 15, 29, Aug 12, 26 Sept 9, 23, Oct 7, 21, Nov 4, 25, Dec 9

Cardio Drumming- July 8, 22, Aug 5, 19, Sept 2, 16, 30, Oct 14, 28, Nov 18, Dec 2, 16

Attend one class, a few classes, or all classes.

Life Skills Through Theatre Skills @ Huntersville

38North — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Presented by Children’s Theatre of Charlotte
When: Tuesday (Creative Movement) and Thursdays (Creative Drama) 10-11 AM
Where: David B. Waymer Recreation Center (14008 Holbrooks Road, Huntersville, NC 28078)

Celebrate creativity and explore the artist within through guided theatre and art activities with “Life Skills Through Theatre Skills.” Recommended for ages 3-6. Free

September 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30
October 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30
November 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20
December 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18

Life Skills Through Theatre Skills @ Eastway

38North — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Presented by Children’s Theatre of Charlotte
When: Tuesdays (Creative Drama) and Thursdays (Creative Movement) 10-11 AM
Where: Eastway Regional Recreation Center (3150 Eastway Pk Dr, Charlotte, NC 28213)

Celebrate creativity and explore the artist within through guided theatre and art activities with “Life Skills Through Theatre Skills.” Recommended for ages 3-6. Free

September 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30
October 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30
November 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20
December 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18

What’s All The News About by Troupe 801

38North — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Presented by InReach
When: July 23, August 26, September 23, October 28, November 25 and December 16 (11am)
Where: Hickory Grove Library (5935 Hickory Grove Rd, Charlotte, NC 28215)

Troupe 801 is a professional touring puppet troupe comprised of individuals with special needs. The shows “Barnyard News” and “What’s all the Buzz About” teaches a message of acceptance of all and that our uniqueness is what makes each of us special.

The performance is approximately 20 minutes with an additional 10 minutes allotted for the introduction of Troupe 801 puppeteers as well as an opportunity for the audience to “meet” the puppets and ask questions. We use a pre-recorded soundtrack to allow the puppeteers to focus on the manipulation of the puppets and the changing of the set and props. The stage includes a scrim backdrop which allows for a “reveal” at the end of the performance, the members of the Troupe have disabilities. The coloring sheets with talking points, information about the puppeteers, and theme of the show is passed out to the audience. The audience is given the opportunity to provide feedback through a brief survey distributed at the beginning of the show.

An ideal venue for a live performance would be an open area that allows us to set up our approximately 4-foot by 6-foot portable wheelchair accessible puppet stage. We provide our own AV equipment but will need at least one 4-foot table to stage our props and access to an electrical outlet.

Since 1974, InReach has provided unique programs and services to individuals (ages 4 years and up) with developmental, intellectual, or other disabilities in the Charlotte community. Our mission is to be a leader in providing innovative housing, employment, and community services to support people with intellectual, developmental, and other disabilities and their families. Our vision is empowering people we support to realize that their goals, aspirations and dreams are within reach.

If you would like more information about Troupe 801 or to schedule a performance, please contact:

Kelly Perez at 704.536.6661 ext. 401 or kperez@inreachnc.org

John Wirz at 704.536.6661 ext. 461 or jwirz@inreachnc.org.

Life Skills Through Theatre Skills @ Tuckaseegee

38North — Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Celebrate creativity and explore the artist within through guided theatre and art activities with “Life Skills Through Theatre Skills.” Recommended for ages 3-6. Free

September 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29
October 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29
November 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26
December 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17

Life Skills Through Theatre Skills @ Mallard Creek

38North — Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Presented by Children’s Theatre of Charlotte
When: Wednesdays (Creative Drama) and Fridays (Creative Movement) 10-11 AM
Where: Mallard Creek Recreational Center (2530 Johnston Oehler Rd, Charlotte, NC 28269)

Celebrate creativity and explore the artist within through guided theatre and art activities with “Life Skills Through Theatre Skills.” Recommended for ages 3-6. Free

September 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26
October 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31
November 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26
December 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19

Life Skills Through Theatre Skills @ Huntersville

38North — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Celebrate creativity and explore the artist within through guided theatre and art activities with “Life Skills Through Theatre Skills.” Recommended for ages 3-6. Free

September 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30
October 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30
November 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20
December 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18