Arts & Culture

Students convert Mustang to Electric Vehicle Uptown during DNC

Friday, August 31st, 2012, 5:34pm

Students convert Mustang to Electric Vehicle Uptown during DNC

CHARLOTTE, NC - Get ready to start your engines and plug in! Beginning Monday, September 3 at 10 a.m., students from Charlotte’s Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology will work to convert a standard 1992 Ford Mustang to a street legal, full-sized electric vehicle.

Working with the national EV Challenge program and educators from Discovery Place, the students will convert the vehicle over a four-day period in the Mayor’s Legacy Village, located adjacent to the Harvey B. Gantt Center.

The conversion will kick off during CarolinaFest, the family-friendly, community celebration that launches Democratic National Convention in Charlotte. The public is invited to visit with the students throughout the week to observe the conversion process.

When the vehicle is complete, it will be driven to Discovery Place and plugged into the electric vehicle charging station located in the Museum’s Parking Deck.

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Matthews Alive Festival celebrates 20th anniversary

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Thursday, August 23rd, 2012, 12:30pm

Matthews Alive Festival celebrates 20th anniversary

The Matthews Alive Festival will celebrate its 20th Anniversary this September with its best ever lineup of musical entertainment.

Matthews Alive is a four day family festival which takes place every year over Labor Day weekend in Downtown Matthews. This year the event kicks off Friday, August 31 and concludes on Monday, September 3.

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Follow the Current to Wild in the Water at Charlotte Nature Museum

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Tuesday, August 14th, 2012, 5:22pm

Charlotte, NC – Dive into fun at Charlotte Nature Museum during this month’s Feature: Wild in the Water on Saturday, August 18, from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Dip your toes into why North Carolina streams, ponds, and lakes are important to our state’s ecology and what you can do to help protect them.

These natural water reserves are home to waves of critters on exhibit at the Museum including the spiny softshell turtle [Apaone spinifera] and the bullfrog [Lithobates catesbeianus] whose tadpoles can take three full years before fully metamorphosing into frogs.

During Wild in the Water, float into cool activities showcasing the wonders of water including the feeding of resident American alligator, Snappy [Alligator mississippiensis] at 11 a.m. and turtle and tortoise feedings at noon.

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Victoria Wyeth comes to Wingate University

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Tuesday, August 14th, 2012, 12:29pm

Victoria Wyeth comes to Wingate University

Wingate, NC (Kim Williams/Wingate University) - The Still Life, Portrait and Landscape, Wingate’s permanent collection of art has been collected over the past forty years.

“A myriad of styles make up our impressive collection,” said Charlene Bregier, gallery director.

“We are excited to highlight this incredible exhibit with renowned artist Andrew Wyeth’s granddaughter, Victoria Wyeth," said Bregier.

Wyeth will be the guest speaker on Monday, Sept. 3 at 6 p.m. in McGee Theatre of the Batte Center on the Wingate University campus.

Wyeth was the featured speaker at the 2012 International Art Fair.

The art exhibit, which includes work by artists Nicola Simbari, Dale Chihuly, Ben Long and Ben Owen, is on display from Aug. 20 - Sept. 25, from 9 a.m.

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Charlotte Symphony Music Director renews contract, reiterates commitment to Charlotte

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Tuesday, August 14th, 2012, 10:23am

Charlotte Symphony Music Director renews contract, reiterates commitment to Charlotte

Charlotte Symphony announced Tuesday that Music Director Christopher Warren-Green has renewed his contract through the 2015-2016 season.

"I am very enthusiastic about staying in Charlotte and continuing the work I have begun," said Warren-Green. "My wife Rosemary and I have been welcome so enthusiastically into the fabric of the Charlotte community. This shows that the community can and will help us create the New American Orchestra right here in Charlotte."

"Christopher's decision is a sign of dedication to both the Symphony and the Charlotte community," said Emily Smith, Chairperson of the Charlotte Symphony Board of Directors. "We are thrilled to have this conductor of world-wide renown as Music Director of our orchestra."

During his first three years as Music Director, Warren-Green has increased the visibility and enhanced the public image of the Charlotte symphony at home and abroad. He performs at a global level, with experience from around the world.

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The 35th Annual Yiasou Greek Festival

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Monday, August 13th, 2012, 5:19pm

The 35th Annual Yiasou Greek Festival is approaching, and the Greek community of Charlotte is preparing for another spectacular event.

This four day feast is hosted by The Holy Trinity Cathedral Parish in Charlotte, NC at 600 East Boulevard. Please join us Thursday September 13 through Sunday September 16, to celebrate the culture, language and traditions of the Greek people.

The Yiasou Greek Festival has become one of Charlotte’s largest and most anticipated cultural events of the year. Our festival features cultural exhibits, authentic Greek cuisine, pastries, entertainment, art, shopping, lectures, and much more.

Experience the sights and sounds of Greece when you attend the Yiasou Greek Festival. It is always our joy and pleasure to extend our Filoxenia (hospitality) to our festival guests. Yiasou!

Location- Holy Trinity Cathedral, 600 East Blvd.

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Applications available for Regional Artist Project Grant (RAPG)

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Wednesday, August 8th, 2012, 3:47pm

The Arts & Science Council has applications available for the Regional Artist Project Grant.

The grant provides funds of up to $2,000 for individuals and groups of unincorporated artists to pursue projects that further enhance their artistic development by attending a professional advancement experience or purchasing/renting equipment.

“By virtue of helping the development of 30 plus artists every year, the Regional Artist Project Grant is one of the most impactful grant programs offered through ASC,” said ASC President Scott Provancher.

The grant is available to artists in all disciplines.

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