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Basketball, Drums, Reptiles, and a Parade…Things to do with Family This Week – March 13

by scoop team | March 11, 2017

So much to do this week in the Queen City. I love all of the kid-friendly performances that are happening through Blumenthal performing arts. This week there is a Japanese drum show and a youth orchestra festival, and coming next week is a collaborative project with CMS. Stay tuned for more fun cultural activities to enjoy.

Charlotte Hornets at Home

March 13 & March 18 @ 7:00pm

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Spectrum Center

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The Hornets take on the Chicago Bulls (3/13) and the Washington Wizards (3/18) on the home court this week.

Kodo: Dadan 2017

March 13 @ 7:30pm

Belk Theater

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Experience the mesmerizing and wonder-filled sounds of this Japanese Drum ensemble.

Rookie Science: Pi

March 14 @ 4:30-5:30pm

Mountain Island Library

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It’s Pi Day (3.14)…celebrate today with activities to teach about “pi” and about the science of “pie”.

Charlotte Symphony’s Youth Festival

March 15 @ 7:30pm

Belk Theatre

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A great way for the whole family to experience the Charlotte Symphony. Performances by youth and adults alike.

St. Patrick’s Day

March 17 @ 9am

Discovery Place Kids (Huntersville)

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Check out all the “green” fun to be had today with a special story time, science show and crafts.

Spring Fling

March 18 @ 9am-12pm

Discovery Place Nature

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It’s time for the March Creature Feature. Learn about plants, pollination and animal life cycles.

Birds of a Feather Stitch Together: Hand Embroidery Class

March 18 @ 10am-12pm

Museum of York County (Rock Hill)

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Ages 9 and up are invited to learn to hand stitch a bird in this all levels class. Registration required.

Reptile & Amphibian Day

March 18 @ 10am-4pm

Discovery Place Science

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Don’t miss out on the activity stations throughout the museum, and special up close encounters with fun creatures.

Charlotte St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Charlotte Goes Green Festival

March 18 @ 10am-6pm

Uptown Charlotte

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The festival happens on South Tryon between 3rd and Stonewall and the parade steps off at 11am at 9th and Tryon.

Family Fun Day: Woven Together

March 19 @ 1pm-4pm

Mint Museum Uptown

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This month’s focus is fiber art, so bring the family to see what you can create. FREE admission for children.

Save the Date:

March 23, 25, & 30 FREE Tinkergarten Classes @ Independence Park

March 25: The Grumpy Frog reading and signing @ Traditions in Park Road Shopping Ctr.

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