Showing posts from: The Arts
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Happenings: Calendar of events
Things to do around Charlotte
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July books: Learn about these new releases
Notable new releases
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SOCO Gallery highlights NC artists
North Carolina artists offer fresh perspectives on our state’s history in New North State, a group exhibition at SOCO Gallery.
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Wild clay, ancient art
Creators of North Carolina: Takuro and Hitomi Shibata shape pots — and their community.
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New books to read this summer
Notable new releases
![Kathy Izard holding newest book, Trust the Whisper](https://southparkmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/sp_kathy-izard1_with-new-book_0624-768x349.webp)
Kathy Izard’s newest book is all about quiet callings
The author’s newest book — and a companion book for kids — encourages listening to those inner nudges calling us to action.
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Feeling groovy
Charlotte showed up — and showed off her most stylish side — at spring music festivals.
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Concerts coming to Charlotte including Imagine Dragons, Usher and more
Our summer guide to concerts in Charlotte.
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New + noteworthy books by Charlotte authors
New and noteworthy books from Queen City authors
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A world of color
Luminous Lane is a ray of light in uptown thanks to Charlotte SHOUT!