The fireworks are over, but there is still a lot of summer fun left for families in the Queen City. Movies, concerts, LEGOs and more are on the calendar this week. Enjoy!
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This Week:
Shark Week
July 6-10 All Day, Everyday
Discovery Place Uptown
No shark attacks here…just good, indoor fun all about these newsworthy creatures. Special activities daily.
LEGO Mini-Build
July 7 & 8 @ 5pm
LEGO Store @ Concord Mills
Ages 6 to 14 are invited to register for the mini-build…come in and build a LEGO whale.
The Nature Lady
July 9 @ 3:00pm
South County Library
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Learn about the 4 Rs: Recycle, Reuse, Refuse, Reduce this afternoon in this environmental program for ages 6 to 10. Please register.
Canoe Games: “Stinky Fish”
July 10 @ 5:30-7:30pm
Latta Plantation Nature Center
Ages 5 and up (with a grown up) are invited to this fun family game played IN canoes on the water…what a great way to wrap up the week. Please register.
Movies in the Park
July 10 @ Dusk
Village Park in Kannapolis
Enjoy a screening of Dolphin Tale 2 this evening. Bring a blanket and enjoy the show.
Movies at McGuire
July 10 @ 8:45pm
Duke Energy Explorium
Enjoy an outdoor screening of the movie Home by land or by boat. A great way to spend a summer evening.
This Weekend:
Wild About Summer – Wildlife
July 11 @ 9am-3pm
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
Learn about the wildlife in Zimbabwe while enjoying the beautiful gardens with the family. Crafts, a scavenger hunt and more.
Open House
July 11 @ 10am-3pm
Art in the Dairy
Visit the animals and see the artists in action. This is a truly unique spot for the Queen City.
Battle of Huck’s Defeat
July 11 @ 10am-4pm & July 12 @ 10am-3pm
Historic Brattonsville
Check out daily demonstrations and reenactments from the American War for Independence (1175-1783).
Backyard Wildlife
July 11 @ 11am-3pm
Schiele Museum of Natural History
What’s in your backyard? Find out how to spot the signs of local wildlife that might be paying you a visit.
Bearden Music Series
July 11 @ 6-9pm it’s BLUEGRASS night!
Romare Bearden Park
Don’t miss an uptown, outdoor evening of live bluegrass music from the Moonshine Racers & Justin Fedor.
Summer Concert & Movie Series
July 11 @ 7pm
Stumptown Park in Matthews
Enjoy a screening of Into the Woods this evening under the stars.
Monthly Bird Walk
July 12 @ 8:00am
Charlotte Nature Museum
The Charlotte Nature Museum now hosts a monthly bird walk on their grounds and at Freedom Park. All are welcome and it’s FREE!
Ongoing:
Party in the Park
July 8 @ 6pm
Romare Bearden Park
River Jam
July 9 & 11 @ 7pm
US National Whitewater Center
Plan Ahead:
July 17-19, 24-26 & 31: Dinosaur Train @ Great Smoky Mountain Railroad
July 21: Storytime in the Secret Garden @ Winghaven Gardens
August 7: One Day Summer Camp @ Duke Energy Explorium
August 14: Fairy Camp @ Historic Rosedale
**For more local family friendly events, visit The Queen City Buzz.
