Our family events blogger Emily writes The Queen City Buzz. She is the mom of 3: a 4 year old boy, and 2 year old boy/girl twins. She is not one that is good at staying around the house, so she loves to find events and activities that are fun for her, her children, and her family.

Family fun this week

02/25/13 09:15

Monday, February 25

  • Learn all about Winter Friends today at the McDowell Nature Center at 9:30am or 11am. More info...
  • Don't miss the Parent & Tot Meet and Greet today at Rays Splash Planet, 10am-3pm. More info...
  • Head to Ashley Park PreK-8 School this evening at 6pm for Ready, Set, Read presented by CMS's Parent University. More info...

Tuesday, February 26
  • The Tuskegee Airmen Red Tails Exhibit will be at the Carolinas Aviation Museum beginning today through March 2.
  • YMCA Camp Harrison is hosting a Camp Night this evening at Sports Connection in Ballantyne beginning at 6pm. More info...

Wednesday, February 27
  • Head to the Latta Plantation Nature Center for Young Explorers: Owls this morning at 10:15am. More info...
  • Today is a Wonderful Wednesday at Discovery Place Kids. Learn about Sun Safety today at 11:15am and 2:15pm. More info...


Thursday, February 28
  • Don't miss the fun at Tooth Fairy Day today at Discovery Place Kids. More info...
  • The Southern Spring Home & Garden Show begins today and goes through Sunday at The Park Expo & Conference Center. More info...
  • YMCA Camp Harrison hosts another Camp Night tonight at The Pit in Mooresville beginning at 6pm. More info...
  • The Harrison United Methodist Church Children's Consignment Sale opens to the public this evening at 6pm in Pineville. More info... 
  • Charlotte Christian's Lower School presents Disney's The Aristocats Kids with shows today, tomorrow and Saturday. More info...


Friday, March 1
  • Today is National Read Across America Day. Celebrate at Discovery Place Kids today at 11:15am and 2:15pm. More info...
  • Don't miss the March First Friday Children's Egg Hunt & Family Scavenger Hunt in Waxhaw this evening beginning at 5pm. More info...
  • The Posh Closet Sale begins this evening at the South Charlotte Banquet Center. More info...
  • Recommended for ages 11 and up, the Children's Theatre of Charlotte presents The Red Badge of Courage, with shows through March 16. More info...

Saturday, March 2
  • Check out the Kids Konsignment Sale at the Harris YMCA today. More info...
  • The University City United Methodist Church Children's Consignment Sale begins this morning at 8am. More info...
  • Head to Shelby for the Freckles-n-Pigtails consignment sale today and tomorrow. More info...
  • Mooresville hosts the Unique Creations Arts & Crafts Show today. 10am-4pm. More info...
  • Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss!! Celebrate today and tomorrow at Discovery Place Kids. More info...
  • Head to Latta Plantation to celebrate Spring at their Artisan Event today and tomorrow. More info...
  • Check out the Mint Museum Randolph's Saturday Art Session: Mayan Scratch Art, 10am-3pm. More info...

Sunday, March 3
  • The Latta Plantation Nature Center hosts Bubbles this afternoon at 1:30pm. More info...
  • Head to the Reedy Creek Nature Center at 2pm for Animal Evidence ID. More info...
  • Take a Family Hike at the Latta Plantation Nature Center this afternoon at 3:30pm. More info...


Save the Date:
March 9: Charlotte Parent Summer Camp Expo More info...
March 23: Cookies for Kids Cancer 5K & Bake Sale More info...
March 23: Harlem Globetrotters More info...
May 4-5: Baby Shower & Toddler Expo More info...
May 18: Family Festival at Historic Rosedale More info...


Have an event or happening that The Queen City Buzz should know about? Email queencitybuzz@gmail.com with details.More info...

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