Fun in Charlotte: Syrian author talk, Diana Ross, gardening with gusto
Khaled Khalifa Author Talk
Tyler-Tallman Hall, Sloan Music Center, Davidson College, 323 Concord Road, Davidson
Monday, 7 p.m.: Syrian novelist (author of “In Praise of Hatred”) and screenwriter Khalifa will discuss the role of art and culture during the Syrian uprising. Free.
‘Buenos Aires Rap’
Ketner Auditorium, Sykes Learning Center, Queens University, 1900 Selwyn Ave.
Monday, 7 p.m.: Screening of the documentary “Buenos Aires Rap,” about the construction of a beat, a song, an identity, and the reconstruction of a modern city against great transformation. Free. www.queens.edu
Diana Ross
Belk Theater, 130 N. Tryon St.
Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.: The legendary singer began her career in the 1960s as the lead singer of The Supremes, and has continued a renowned solo career. Tickets $20 and up. www.blumenthalarts.org
Wednesday Night DJ and Acoustics
Hattie’s Tap and Tavern, 2918 The Plaza
Wednesday, 9 p.m.: Happy Hippy Armstrong performs an acoustic show with Analog DJing inside. Drink specials. hattiescharlotte.com
Garden Management and Practices
Wing Haven, 248 Ridgewood Ave.
Thursday, 10 a.m.: Ben Fletcher, Wing Haven Garden Curator of the Clarkson Garden, will share how he attracts birds with bird-friendly plants, supplemental feeding regimen, and birdhouses and birdbaths. Cost $25 members, $35 non-members. www.winghavengardens.com
This story was originally published February 14, 2016 at 9:18 AM with the headline "Fun in Charlotte: Syrian author talk, Diana Ross, gardening with gusto."