Fun in Charlotte: South End meeting, Randy Newman, photography workshop
South End Community Meeting
C3 Lab, 2525 Distribution St.
Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.: Join an ongoing discussion about how an individual can be involved in influencing the process via policy decisions. This month focuses on the emerging field of “placemaking” and funding sources for tactics. Complimentary food and drink 6-6:30 p.m., discussion begins at 6:30 p.m. www.facebook.com/HistoricSouthEnd/events
Crafty Critters
McDowell Nature Preserve, 15222 York Road
Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.: Children ages 4-11 can show off their artistic skills or just make a mess exploring the nature world through arts and crafts.
Charlotte Symphony Pops: Randy Newman
Belk Theater, 130 N. Tryon St.
Friday, 8 p.m.: Legendary singer-songwriter Randy Newman joins to perform some of his award-winning works. Newman has composed numerous film scores, including “The Natural,” “Awakenings,” Ragtime,” and all three “Toy Story” films. Tickets $49.50 - $94.50, www.blumenthalarts.org.
Yoga
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, 6500 S. New Hope Road, Belmont
Saturday, 9:30 a.m.: Taught by certified yoga instructor Rasheedah Hasan, each class will incorporate breathing techniques, meditation and physical yoga poses. Cost $15, www.dsbg.org or 704-825-4490.
Photography and the Art of Seeing
Ciel Gallery, 128-C E. Park Ave.
Saturday, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.: A workshop in which students will walk through historic neighborhoods to photograph whatever is of interest: buildings, people, street scenes. Discussion after 1.5 hours of photography in which students will learn to develop the “photographic eye.” Bring digital camera, iPhone or laptop for downloading. Cost $50; www.cielcharlotte.com.
This story was originally published January 12, 2016 at 2:35 PM with the headline "Fun in Charlotte: South End meeting, Randy Newman, photography workshop."