News...Scoop Charlotte Partnership!

I am super excited to announce a new partnership for The Queen City Buzz. We have partnered with Scoop Charlotte to bring you an early peek at the best events for the family in Charlotte each week. Scoop Charlotte is THE place to get all of the information you need every week to be "in the know", and now you can can find some QCB "Scoop" there, too. Head on over and check it out...be the first to know about all the great things happening in Charlotte!!

Blessings,
The Buzz

Monday, March 30

• The Reedy Creek Nature Center hosts Nature Story Corner this morning at 10am. More info...
• Head to the North County library this afternoon at 4pm for Afternoon Adventures. Open to elementary ages. More info...
• Tonight is Pet Night for photos with the Easter Bunny at Carolina Place Mall. 6-8pm. More info...
• Charlotte Hornets vs. Boston Celtics More info...

Tuesday, March 31

• Toddler Tuesdays at Sea Life Aquarium are EVERY Tuesday in 2015, unless noted on their website. More info...
• The Plaza Midwood library hosts Storytime Goes to Midwood Park this morning at 10:30am. More info...
• Enjoy a sweet taste of spring with a scoop of Baskin Robbins Ice Cream for only $1.31.  More info...
• Head to the Mountain Island library this afternoon for You're a Poet & Don't Know It at 4:30pm. More info...

Wednesday, April 1 - April Fool's Day

• Discovery Place Kids hosts Wonderful Wednesday - The Sunflower House today at 10:45am and 1:45pm.  More info...
• Head to Pocket Park in Uptown for FREE Music on Wednesdays, 11:30am-1:30pm. More info...
• The Charlotte Nature Museum hosts Wild Wednesday: Fort Wild Clean Up today at 12:30. More info..
• Both locations of the MINT Museum (Uptown & Randolph) offer FREE Admission today and every Wednesday, 5-9pm. More info...
• Charlotte Hornets vs. Detroit Pistons More info...

Thursday, April 2

• Get your Photos with the Easter Bunny now through Saturday at Carolina Place Mall. More info...
• If you're on Spring Break this week, don't miss Grace's Sweet Spring Break Event this morning at 9:30am. More info...
• Head to Harrisburg this evening for the Eggnormous Twilight Easter Scramble, and enjoy bounce houses, face painting, a visit from the Easter Bunny and more! More info...
• Charlotte Checkers vs. Oklahoma City Barons More info...

Friday, April 3

• CMS Spring Break begins today! Classes resume April 13th.
• Students in grades K through 2 are invited to Spring Break Camp at Discovery Place today (and all next week). More info...
• Take a day trip to Spencer to the NC Transportation Museum, and enjoy a train ride on the Easter Bunny Express. More info...
• Kick off Easter weekend with a fun afternoon at the Eggstravaganza at Romare Bearden Park. Live music, juggling, face painting, balloon artists and an egg hunt. More info...
• Carowinds has opened the gates for the 2015 season, and this weekend you can enjoy special Easter activities including crafts, entertainment and pictures with the Easter Bunny. More info...
• Charlotte Checkers vs. Oklahoma City Barons More info...

Saturday, April 4

• Don't miss Breakfast with the Easter Bunny and an Easter Egg Hunt today at the NC Transportation Museum! More info...
• Discovery Place is hosting their Nano Celebration with special activities happening all day long. More info...
• Families with children in grades PreK to 2 are invited to learn about The Lorax this morning at Discovery Place at 10:30am. Space is limited. More info..., and families with children in grades 3 to 5 are invited to learn about Dino Fossils at 10:30am. Space is limited. More info...
• Asbury United Methodist Church is hosting their Easter Egg Hunt this morning at 10:30am. More info...
• Families will use their building skills during the Egg-cellent Egg Drop today at Discovery Place Kids at 11am, 12:30pm and 2pm. More info...
• Lazy 5 Ranch hosts their 6th Annual Easter Eggstravaganza today. More info...
• Lakeshore Learning hosts their Free Crafts For Kids today 11am-3pm. Today the children will make a Cute as a Bunny Basket. More info.
• Head to the Nature Museum to take part in their Composting Craziness this afternoon at 12:30pm. More info...
• The Children's Theatre of Charlotte presents Interrupting Vanessa with its last show today, This show is recommended for ages 8 and up. More info...
• Charlotte Hornets vs. Philadelphia 76ers More info...

Sunday, April 5 - Happy Easter!

• If you’re looking to making Easter a little easier on yourself, make a reservation for the family at the Ballantyne Resort for their Easter Brunch. Enjoy delicious food, live entertainment and a visit from the Easter Bunny. More info...
• Ages 8 and up are invited to the Reedy Creek Nature Center this afternoon at 2pm for Specimens of the Day: Skulls, Furs and Mounts. More info...
• The McDowell Nature Center hosts a Fitness Hike this afternoon at 3pm. Perfect for after that brunch!! More info...

Monday, April 6

• Students in grades K through 2 are invited to Spring Break Camp at Discovery Place today (and all week). More info...
• The Mountain Island library hosts Preschool Storytime: STEM this morning at 10:30am. More info...
• Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation is also offering lots of Spring Break Camp options this week. More info...
• Head to the Mint Hill library this afternoon at 4pm for Dia de los Ninos, Dia de los Libros. More info...

Save The Date:
April 9: Grace's Sweet Spring Break Event More info...
April 10-26: NC Science Festival More info...
April 11: Spring Family Festival at Carolina Place More info...
April 25: Bark in the Park More info...
May 22-24: Sesame Street LIVE: Make a New Friend More info...

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