Your 5-minute guide to the best things to do in Charlotte | Jan. 7-13
Editor’s note: CharlotteFive has limited coverage of in-person, indoor events to help prevent community spread of COVID-19. Masks are required in Charlotte and many venues for indoor spaces or close settings.
Friday
Take a break from alcohol during Dry January. Even though we’re a week into the new year, it’s not too late to cut back on drinking, especially if you indulged during the holiday season. https://bit.ly/3qLxJ2A
Find a new read for the new year at one of Charlotte’s local bookstores. Stop by Urban Reader Bookstore, Park Road Books and Julia’s Cafe & Books to find the perfect book to kick off 2022. https://bit.ly/3pSGWXN
Saturday
Go ice skating at the US National Whitewater Center. If you missed it last year, there’s a new, expanded ice pond for skating. Hot and cold drinks are also served in the on-ice Airstream. 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy. https://bit.ly/336fVHu
Celebrate Biscuit Saturdays at Wentworth & Fenn in Camp North End. Biscuit Saturdays launched last weekend and is first come, first serve. It’s also walk-up only, which means you’ll want to get there early. The rolled biscuits are served with compound butter and are $6 each. 270 Camp Road, Suite 103. https://bit.ly/3sV5hxQ
Sunday
Go for a hike at Anne Springs Close Greenway. Bring a camera — or use your phone — to capture great photos of nature. All greenway entrances are open seven days a week from 7 a.m. to sunset. The cost for non-members is $12 per person, $6 for youth ages 5-12 and free for children 4 and younger. 2573 Lake Haigler Drive, Fort Mill, South Carolina. https://www.ascgreenway.org/
Create a Winter Wonderland Air Plant Terrarium at Twigs & Figs at 3 p.m. Now that it’s January, you can use your creativity as you create two, large snow-globe-inspired terrariums that are perfect for colder months. Guests will use air plants, color sands, pebbles, glittery snow and more. The cost is $40. 15205 John J Delaney Dr., Ste B. https://www.twigsandfigs.co/
Monday
Check out a previous virtual cooking class with Chef Alyssa. You can watch anytime and work at your own pace. After purchase, you’ll receive an information document, a pre-recorded video and recipes. Learn how to make biscuits, gumbo, spices and marinades and more. The cost is $15. https://bit.ly/3FXvPCe
Tuesday
Have dinner on a heated patio. CharlotteFive’s list of restaurants where you can enjoy a meal outdoors and drinks during the cooler months include Barcelona Wine Bar, The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar, Fern and more. https://bit.ly/3t2OZmV
Wednesday
Register for Around the Crown 10K presented by Truist. This event has an in-person and online option. Registration starts at NoDa Brewing with running, raffles and giveaways. The first 50 people to register in person will get a special gift. NoDa Run Club kicks off on Jan. 12 with one, three, and five mile options from 6:30-9 p.m. 2921 N. Tryon St. https://bit.ly/3F1buuQ
Thursday
Learn how to decorate a cake with the Art of Cake Decorating Level 1. Jossie Lukacik and Alyssa Barefield are the instructors for this four-class series where you will learn to bake cake, make Swiss meringue buttercream and decorate three cakes. All classes are held at the Sweet Spot Studio on Thursday nights from Jan. 13 through Feb 3. The series costs $350 and includes a toolkit. Please email hello@sweetspotstudioclt.com to set up a payment plan. Participants must be 16 or older. 4418 Monroe Road., Suite C. https://bit.ly/333xzeU
Grab a seat at the Kentucky-themed dinner by Chef David Burke to benefit the Team Western Kentucky Relief Fund. The benefit dinner will assist those impacted by the tornadoes and the severe weather system in Western Kentucky in December 2021. There will be passed canapes and a three-course meal. Menu items include lobster dumplings, clothesline maple pepper bacon, chocolate bourbon bread pudding and more. The event starts at 6:30 p.m. The cost is $150 per person (without tax or gratuity). https://bit.ly/3mWW5Fw
Mark your calendar
Listen to blues at the Neighborhood Theatre on Jan. 25 at 8 p.m. Nashville-based JD Simo and GA-20 will perform their co-headlined Charlotte show. Tickets are $15+. 511 E. 36th St. https://bit.ly/334xCXT
Make your spring landscaping dreams come true. The 2022 Greater Charlotte Home & Landscape Show will help you plan out your outdoor projects with exhibits and professionals with expertise in decks, pools, spas, plant displays and more. Jan. 28-30. Tickets are free for children 12 and under, $7 for ages 13+, and seniors 60+ get in free on the opening day. Cabarrus Arena, 4751 NC-49, Concord. https://bit.ly/3Ez0uoe
This story was originally published January 5, 2022 at 11:32 AM.
