By Shawn D. Allison, II
Family, we made it through another week! Charlotte is definitely alive in all sorts of vibes and flavors and there is a ton of stuff going on this weekend. Truth be told, I don’t even know where to start! Festivals, concerts, film screenings, food, comedy and more all with a dash of cultural sophistication. Yours truly will be making many rounds in the QC this weekend, but if you want to know where all the hot stuff is happening, be sure to check out my “Hot List” just down yonder.
- THURSDAY-SUNDAY – 20TH Annual Juneteenth Festival of the Carolinas
- THURSDAY & SATURDAY – Jazz Arts Intiative’s “The Jazz Room: Mark Braud Plays Traditional New Orleans”
- FRIDAY-SUNDAY – Screening of “Raising Bertie” at Studio Movie Grill
- FRIDAY – Jazz N’ Soul Music presents The Sean Mason Trio w/ Knolan Johnson
- FRIDAY – Mid-Month Get Down at Studio Movie Grill
- SATURDAY – 2017 Belmont Juneteenth Celebration
- SATURDAY – “I Still Love the 90s Brunch” w/ DJ Justice and Nikii Vonn at Sports One Bar & Lounge
- SATURDAY — Diggers Delight & Premium Sound Vinyl Pop-Up at Palmer St. Game Room – Taproom – Eats
- SATURDAY – Book release and signing of “My Mommy Told Me I Could Do Anything!” at My Camilles Café
- SUNDAY – Civics 101—A Roadmap to Voter Empowerment at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church
- SUNDAY – Soul Sunday at Sung Harbor
- SUNDAY – Single Saved and Serious Movement’s “Father’s Day Gospel Brunch” at Kiya’s Eatery
- SUNDAY – FUNKSHUN Concert Series at Hattie’s Tap & Tavern
- MONDAY – Soul Food Sessions CLT’s “Soul Food Sessions 3” at Heirloom
If you would like your event to be listed in “The Rundown” please send a detailed e-mail to me at: sdallison85@yahoo.com
——-THURSDAY 6/15——-
Brothers and sisters all across the landscape, bring your immediate tribe, extended family and friends to The House of Africa for the 20th Annual Juneteenth Festival of the Carolinas! Enjoy four full days of live music, drum circles, dance performances, free health screenings, exotic cuisines, fashion shows, local vendors, arts & crafts, kids’ activities, Gospel performances, lectures and lots, lots more! Admission is FREE to attend and the festivities kick off at 12 noon. The festival will be held on Thomas St. and Commonwealth Ave. in the Plaza-Midwood District.
The Jazz Arts Initiative (JAI) invites you out to the Stage Door Theatre this weekend for a special set of perfomances! Get ready to take a journey back to the roots of Jazz as JAI proudly presents “The Jazz Room: Mark Braud Plays Traditional New Orleans!” The vibes of the Crescent City comes to the Queen City with a delectable gumbo medley borrowing from various cultural influences and traditions. Trumpeter and vocalist Mark Braud, takes you on a musical ride through a city which birthed one of the world’s most original art forms—jazz. There will be four performances this weekend: Thursday (6/15) at 6 and 8:15 p.m. and Saturday (6/17) at 7 and 9:15 p.m. Tickets can be purchased here: http://www.carolinatix.org/events/detail/jazz-room-the-stage-door-theater-9. All performances will be held at The Stage Door Theatre located at the intersection of E. 5th St. & N. College St. in Uptown. #JAI
It’s time to celebrate our heritage through sound and rhythm at The Gantt Center this evening—everyone come out for Gantt After Dark: Black Music Month Edition! Relax with the cool down vibes of jazz collectives, 5th & York, The Harvey Cummings Project and the Buff Dillard Music Group. Then, get ready to boogie upstairs with DJ-CK and DJ Fannie Mae. Also, join local creative and teacher Cathay Dawkins as he hosts a special “Paint N’ Sip” course! Dawkins will guide your hands to create your own masterpiece on canvas as you enjoy some select wines. The course is $20 for Gantt members and $25 for nonmembers. You can pay here: https://61686.blackbaudhosting.com/61686/Gantt-After-Dark-Spring-Kolors-Paint–Sip-15Jun2016. Admission to Gantt After Dark is FREE and the event begins at 6 p.m. 551 S. Tryon St. in Uptown.
The hilarious local theatre troupe Charlotte Squawks is back with thirteenth installment, their latest project, “Charlotte, We Have A Problem.” Who is Charlotte Squawks you ask? Simply put, it’s the satire of Saturday Night Live mixed with Broadway, welded with the socioeconomic climate of the Queen City. The creative duo of Mike Collins and Brian Kahn collaborates with the area’s most talented performers to parody current events, pop culture, sports, life, politics on a local and national medium. Tickets can be purchased at: Thursday (6/8) at 7:30 p.m., Friday (6/9) and Saturday (6/10) both starting at 8 p.m. All performances will be held at The Booth Playhouse at the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. The address is 130 N. Tryon St. in Uptown.
——-FRIDAY 6/16——-
Attention all you comic book junkies and superhero fanatics! Put on your capes, masks, gadget belts and fly down to the Charlotte Convention Center for “HeroesCon 2017!” Boasting an incredible guest list built mainly on reputation and goodwill, HeroesCon is known nationwide as a “must” on the summer schedule, drawing fans, exhibitors, and creators from all over the world to the Charlotte Convention Center. There will be over 40 illustrators, artists, writers and more for you to meet & greet or quite possibly have a classic good vs. evil duel! Tickets are sold at: http://www.heroesonline.com/heroescon/tickets/. Costumes are welcome and encouraged for attire all weekend long! The event kicks off 11 a.m. The Charlotte Convention Center is located at 501 S. College St. in Uptown.
This weekend, at Studio Movie Grill, you’re invited to check out the riveting and multi-award winning documentary “Raising Bertie.” Directed by Margaret Byrne and executive produced by rapper J. Cole, “Raising Bertie” is a an intimate six-year portrait of three African-American boys growing into adulthood in rural North Carolina, exploring complex relationships between generational poverty, educational inequity, and race. Please be sure to visit, http://raisingbertie.com/ for all screening times. Studio Movie Grill is located at 210 E. Trade St. in Uptown.
The Latin American Coalition is thrilled to bring the second annual Ritmo & Sabor festival to Plaza Midwood, one of Charlotte’s most diverse neighborhoods! Featuring live music by Orquesta K’ Che and UltimaNota, dance performance and FREE salsa lessons by Rumbao Latin Dance Company and delicious, authentic Latin cuisine, this festival will be fantastic celebration of the Caribbean for the entire family to enjoy! Admission is FREE. The celebration starts at 5 p.m. at Midwood International Cultural Center. 1817 Central Ave. in the Plaza-Midwood District.
Everyone loves a hero — or do they? Find out whether it’s more fun to save the day or take over the world at “Science on the Rocks: Heroes & Villains!” Come dressed as your favorite alter ego to see who wins the Battle of Good vs. Evil during this month’s adults-only night at The Discovery Place. Take a ride Silver Surfer-style on a hoverboard, find out how a Kryptonite Vaportini affects your super powers, put your super skills to the test on our climbing wall and inflatable obstacle course, snap a selfie with life-sized replicas of Iron Man and Captain America and lots more! Tickets can be purchased here: https://science.discoveryplace.org/explore/events/science-on-the-rocks-heroes-villains. Costumes are not required but they are highly encouraged. The fun starts at 5 p.m. The Discovery Place is located at 301 N. Tryon St. in Uptown. #SOTR
Gather your friends and come out to The Bechtler Museum of Modern Art for another fun edition of “Bechtler By Night!” Hailed as a leisure haven for art enthusiasts in the Charlotte region, this event for this evening will be themed as “Painting with Bob Ross.” Hors d’oeuvres and margarita cocktails will be available. Admission is FREE and it begins at 5 p.m. The Bechtler is located at 420 S. Tryon St. in Uptown.
Kick off your weekend at Coco’s spin on open mic night, Art in Motion. Sip on $5 glasses of wine and $4 beers. There will be live performances of poetry and acoustic music while visual artist, Jaianna creates a piece throughout the event. Admission is FREE to attend and the event begins at 7 p.m. Coco & the Director is located at 100 W. Trade St. in Uptown.
This evening at Fidelli Kitchen, Create Amazing, LLC presents and Streetz 103.3 personality Coco Lenell for another edition of the Queen City Urban Art Showcase – Paint & Play South End! Bring your friends out for food, wine, and some brilliant spoken word by acclaimed poet and my good friend Jst Jah and Jerome Pearson. Your painters for the evening are Kamaria Okolo, Matthew Barnes and Raed Al-Rawi and music selections will be provided by Grade A Grooves. Admission is FREE to attend and the fun starts at 7 p.m. Fidelli’s Kitchen is located at 1616 Camden Rd.
Bring the family out to Spirit Square this evening and enjoy the new Spring and Summer series, “Sounds on the Square.” For your entertainment pleasure tonight, come feel the vibrant energy of The Kevin Jones Experience! Jones has been thrilling audiences for years with his distinctive vocal style. His unique range and ability to sing a wide array of styles has earned him a spot on stage with legendary artists such as late greats B.B. King, Natalie Cole and more. Admission is FREE to attend and the music starts at 7 p.m. Spirit Square is located at 345 N. College St. in Uptown.
Calling all nerds, geeks, cosplayers, LARPers, D&Ders, MMORPGers, and everyone else who enjoys exploring their inner “geekdom”! BreatheINK is excited to host their 4th Annual BreatheINK Nerd Slam and Trivia Night! Come fellowship with fellow nerds in an evening full of creative and quirky spoken word, fascinating trivia and more! Admission is FREE to attend and all ages are welcome. The event begins at 8 p.m. at Spirit Square. 345 N. College St. in Uptown.
Tonight, the SoulJunkies are back to make your Friday funky as their present “The All-White House Music Affair!” Throw on your best all-white outfit as broad, colorful House music soundtrack hits your soul! Sounds will be provided by DJ Jazzy Bee, DJ Cee Low, AB and Queen who are all also celebrating their birthdays. Be part of this festive evening and let the House move you! The music starts jumpin’ at 9 p.m. and admission is FREE before 11 p.m. The party will be held at Mooney’s Lounge. 2525 N. Graham St. #SoulJunkies
SHAE Movement African Arts invites you out to Open Door Studios for their Juneteenth Celebration Dance Class! In conjunction with House of Africa, come kick off this festive holiday with a drum circle and then get your feet in rhythm with a special and lively dance class to end the evening! Admission is $5 and the fun starts at 9:30 p.m. Open Door Studios is located at 1318 Central Ave. in the Plaza-Midwood District.
There’s an island spice in the air headed to The Underground at Fillmore Charlotte this evening—everyone get ready to feel the heat of Reggae superstar Sizzla! Enjoy a night of rousing energy, “fiyah riddims” and love! Tickets can be purchased here: https://www.livenation.com/events/673204-jun-15-2017-sizzla. Doors open at 9 p.m. and the show starts at 9:30 p.m. The Underground is located at 900 NC Music Factory Blvd.
The Jazz N’ Soul family proudly welcomes back the youthful and vibrant sound stylings of The Sean Mason Trio! This classically-tuned trio of musicians is always on the money with their sound and always strive to send a delightful bevy of melodies and arrangements to your soul. Joining them this evening, is up-and-coming vocalist, the beautiful Knolan Johnson. You don’t want to miss this show! Tickets can be purchased here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-sean-mason-trio-wguest-vocalist-knolan-johnson-a-fresh-blend-of-jazz-and-cool-rb-music-tickets-35212508561. The show starts at 9 p.m. at The Morehead Tavern. 300 E. Morehead St. in Uptown.
The vivacious and curvaceous Ms. Terry Berry is back once again to put your minds at ease in a state of total relaxation this evening at Studio Movie Grill as she hosts the “Mid-Month Get Down – The Gemini Experience!” Take a load off from the hectic work week with your crew, delicious cocktails and some fly sounds from Mr. Murdock aka DJ Shogun! Tickets can be purchased here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/midmonth-get-down-the-gemini-experience-tickets-34896288739. The party starts at 10 p.m. Studio Movie Grill is located at 210 E. Trade St. in Uptown. #TerryBerryEvents
——-SATURDAY 6/17——-
Rise, shine and head down to Hilton Charlotte Center City for LatinaCon 2017 – Latino-American Women’s Conference. This is a great opportunity for Latinas who are leaders in business, government, academia, philanthropy, the arts and their homes to gather together to share experiences, exchange ideas and learn about important topics such as finance, health, fashion, beauty, etc. It is also a great opportunity for non-Latinos to get to know more about the culture of the Latino-American woman and connect with them. Novant Health’s Dr. Ophelia Garmon-Brown will be at the event to discuss diabetes, hypertension and obesity. Registration is $50 per person. (Admission after Friday, June 2 is $65/person) Cost includes breakfast, lunch, workshops, fun activities and reception. To purchase tickets please visit: http://latinacon.com/charlotte/index.html or call Ale Rosales at (704)-568-6966 ext. #105. The seminar begins at 7:30 a.m. 222 E. Trade St. in Uptown.
Get down and get busy with Moxie Society late this morning at Sports One as they host another fly edition of “I Still Love the 90s Brunch & Day Party!” Enjoy a delicious Southern-style brunch with all sorts of drink specials including $5 mimosas. Your groove master for this event is none other than Charlotte’s own, DJ Justice rockin’ nothing but the hotness of the 90s and the beautiful Nikii Vonn painting her soul on the canvas! Admission is FREE to attend. The party starts at 11 a.m. Sports One is located at 521 N. College St. in Uptown. #MoxieSociety
The Black Political Caucus of Charlotte-Mecklenburg invites you out to Trinity Episcopal School for a mandatory community meeting entitled, “Conversations vs. Confrontations.” In this volatile period of time when police and Black male civilian encounters are often skewed into a disastrous tangent, this meeting will show how to ensure positive interactions between law enforcement and young Black males in Charlotte. Topics include: positive activities, conflict resolution and the “Rogue Element” in law enforcement practices. Admission is FREE to attend and all are welcome. The discussion begins at 12 noon. Trinity Episcopal School is located at 750 E. 9th St. in Uptown.
Parents, your youth can have a chance to have some creative fun during this weekend! Bring them out to The Last Word this afternoon for a fun painting session entitled, “Art From the Heart: Paintopia.” Artist Christopher Clarke will provide his instruction and passion for providing your youth with a creative and educational outlet. Each child gets their own canvas to paint and keep, an easel, and a huge selection of materials that are sure to excite! Also, parents, you can participate too! Tickets can be purchased here: https://www.paypal.me/artfromtheheart. The class begins at 12 noon. The Last Word is located at 5744 N. Tryon St.
New Growth Hair Magazine is hosting Charlotte’s first screening of “Bino and Fino!” Parents bring your children to watch an African educational cartoon series from Nigeria about a brother and sister (Bino and Fino) who live in a modern day city in Africa. In each episode Bino and Fino, with the help of their friend Zeena the Magic Butterfly and their family, discover and learn things about Africa and the world. The series will show aspects of the African Culture, history, geography and much more. The show was created for parents who faced difficulty finding positive, fun, educational content about Africa for their children to watch. Please bring your children out to on Juneteenth Weekend to be entertained and educated about our culture. Admission is FREE to attend. Film begins at 1:30 p.m. at the Main Library. 310 N. Tryon St. in Uptown.
Records, video games and beer you say? If you’re digging this combination of fun, head down to the Diggers Delight & Premium Sound Vinyl Pop-Up! Join cultural and classical frequency connoisseurs Flock & UNTAMD at the all-new Palmer St. Game Room – Taproom – Eats for an afternoon of grooves with a hefty selection of timeless music, video games and a fresh supply of locally crafted brews! Admission is FREE to attend and the event begins at 2 p.m. Palmer St. Game Room – Taproom – Eats is located at 412 W. Palmer St. which is on the outskirts of Uptown.
Want to slide outside of Charlotte for a minute? Bring the entire tribe out to Belmont for the 2017 Belmont Juneteenth Celebration! This cultural festival of arts & crafts, music, food and family is sure to bring joy to everyone who attends! Admission is FREE and the celebration kicks off at 2 p.m. The festival will be held at Stowe Park. 24 S. Main St. in Historic Downtown Belmont.
This afternoon, feed your literary spirits at My Camilles Café and come out for the exclusive premiere of the new inspirational children’s book, “My Mommy Told Me I Could Do Anything!” Penned by the gorgeous duo of Camillya Masunda and LaNayah Miller, it’s a story of a young African-American girl who has giant aspirations to do great things in the world. With her mother’s guiding word and love, she creates a vision of goals to conquer in life. There will be a books for sale and the two authors will be on hand to sign them. The event begins at 3 p.m. My Camilles Café is located at 9211 N. Tryon St. in the University Area.
Charlotte, get ready for more great live entertainment as local radio station V101.9 hosts the third annual “Queen City Jazz Fest!” Hitting the stage this evening are contemporary jazz and R&B staples who are no strangers to your ears or to this city—Brian Culbertson, Mike Phillips feat. Jeff Bradshaw, Jeff Lorber and the sultry Yuna. Tickets can be purchased here: https://www.livenation.com/events/664617-jun-17-2017-the-queen-city-jazz-fest. The event begins at 6 p.m. and will be held at the Charlotte Metro Credit Union Amphitheatre. 1000 NC Music Factory Blvd.
For two decades, the family at No Grease Barbershop has been giving customer and community service that has been a cut above the rest. This evening, get dapper and dashing and head down to the Levine Museum of the New South for the No Grease! 20 Year Anniversary “Strange Fruit” Banquet! This fun-filled fundraiser recognizes students, community leaders and more. The ultimate goal of this fundraiser is to raise scholarship funds for students pursuing a career in the Barber/Beauty profession and becoming entrepreneurs who will give back to the community that supported them. There will also be raffles, silent auctions, live music and delicious food. The host for the evening is comedian J Bliss. Tickets can be purchased here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/no-grease-20-year-anniversary-strange-fruit-banquet-tickets-34963867870. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. 200 E. 7th St. in Uptown.
The Queen City Omegas present their third annual Seers and Sheers Summer Soiree. This upscale outdoor garden party is designed for the mature crowd that appreciates the sundress & Seersucker style. Bring your lawn chairs for an evening of music, cuisine, libations, vendors, networking and dance, under the stars. Live entertainment will be provided by the Livehouse band and a separate set of tunes provided by DJ Base. There will be food, retail, business, and professional vendors on hand as well. Tickets can be purchased here: http://piphiomegas.org/events/seers-sheers-summer-soiree/#tab-id-2. The event begins at 7 p.m. at Deerpond Plantation. 8033 Hood Rd.
The culinary creativity of Terra Flora – Fine Plant Foods and Advent Coworking have teamed up once again to present another installment of, “Harvest Up!: A Seasonal Dinner Series!” Come out for a seasonal artisan collaborative filled incredible color schemes, Summer flavors, seasonal sangrias, excellent music and fellowship welcoming the warm and welcoming vibes for the month of June. For reservations Send $60 per guest via Venmo to @Callingchefcat. The event begins at 7:30 p.m. Advent Coworking is located at 933 Louise Ave. in the Plaza-Midwood District.
Charlotte Nightlife Entertainment is ready to give your Saturday a serious jolt of energy as they present another rousing edition of “Swagga Saturdays!” Enjoy some delicious drinks, wings n’ things as you feel the energy from Charlotte’s premiere Go-Go Band—Uptown Swagga! If you have never heard them jam before, you are definitely missing out! Impeccable and infectious rhythms guaranteed to make you dance! Admission is $10 before 11 p.m. The party starts at 9 p.m. and will be held at Press Box Bar & Grill. 9609 N. Tryon St. in the University Area.
——-SUNDAY 6/18——-
This morning at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, come out for the Civics 101—A Roadmap to Voter Empowerment course. For today’s session, join host and attorney Ciera Spencer-Mattox as she discusses Slavery Revolt: Abolition and the Underground Railroad. There will be two classes: 11:45 a.m. in room #359 and 3:30 p.m. in the Conference Center. Friendship Missionary Baptist Church is located at 3400 Beatties Ford Rd.
Get your creative shop on this afternoon at Charlotte Art League and come out to the Starving Artist Market. Need some cool and crafty ideas for your home to blend in the Spring atmosphere? This is the place for you! Over 30 local artists and vendors that will be pulling out all the stops to give you a five-hour, one-stop shopping experience. Skip the lines and come view this very talented group of local artisans. There will be pet supplies, pottery, soaps, jewelry, paintings, prints, fiber arts, wood workings, gemstones, candles, glass art, crystals and more! Admission is FREE to enter and the market opens at 12 noon. Charlotte Art League is located at 1517 Camden Rd. in Historic South End.
The Single Saved and Serious Movement is out to make Father’s Day even more fantastic as they host the Father’s Day Gospel Brunch! Bring the family patriarch for an afternoon full of fine cuisines, fellowship and fun! For your entertainment, the lovely Valentina Escobar and soul brother Jaycee the Poet will leave your minds intertwined with splendor while showcasing their spoken word skills. Comedian Hue Baby will be splitting your sides with his brand of humor, DJ 300 will be rockin’ out inspirational grooves on the 1s and 2s and there will be a special performance from a special guest Gospel singer! Admission is FREE to attend and the event begins at 12 noon at Kiya’s Eatery. 10901 University City Blvd. in the University Area. #SSS
Do you need to ease and rejuvenate your soul from all as these dividing and trying times sit thick in the air? If so, come out to Snug Harbor this afternoon for their third Sunday jam session entitled, “Soul Sunday.” Enjoy a potluck dance party to celebrate all things soul-filled with edible refreshments and DJs Sir Chocolate Milk & Elon supply only the funkiest groove thangs to help your soul shine while that booty moves! Also, Diggers Delight will be on deck with a few crates of delicious vinyl for your ears’ pleasure! Donations will be taken at the door and please bring in a soul food dish to share with the community. The party starts at 2 p.m. Snug Harbor is located at 1228 Gordon St. in the Plaza-Midwood District.
Put some funk in your Father’s Day and come out to Hattie’s Tap & Tavern for another fly installment of FUNKSHUN Concert Series! This new-age day party reflecting of the emerging renaissance culture in Charlotte is filled with high-energy performances from local sonic creatives who are promoting and pushing the culture forward with their own organic, captivating and distinctive flavor. Artists include Diaspoura, Drugstore Ghost, Railz the Principle with accompanying outer-worldly grooves provided by DJ SPK. There will also be a lineup of local vendors to cop some nifty thrifty gifts from as well. Tickets can be purchased here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/funkshun-concert-series-tickets-35161569200. The party starts at 5 p.m. Hattie’s Tap & Tavern is located at 2918 The Plaza Rd. in the Plaza-Midwood District. #FUNKSHUN
Y&S Productions invites you out to The Comedy Zone proudly presents Tone-X & Friends’ “The Funny Father’s Day Edtion!” Bring the family patriarch out for an evening of nonstop, side-splitting laughter from hosts and legendary comedians, Tone-X, Chris “Funnyman” Robinson and featured act, the lovely and hilarious Vanessa Fraction. Accompanying music grooves will be provided by DJ Stacey Blackman. Tickets can be purchased here: https://www.cltcomedyzone.com/buy-tickets/?Page=https%3a%2f%2fpublic.ticketbiscuit.com%2fComedyZoneCharlotte%2fEvents%2f306252. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m. The Comedy Zone is located at 900 NC Music Factory Blvd.
Everyone hop in the Millennium Falcon, make the jump to lightspeed and head over to Symphony Park for “Summer Pops: The Music of Star Wars!” Experience an electrifying journey to a galaxy far, far away as conductor Christopher James Lees and The Charlotte Symphony Orchestra celebrates the 40th anniversary of Star Wars! Relive all of the classic scores and sequences on an open lawn with your family and all the little “padowans” on a gorgeous Sunday evening. Be sure to bring your blankets, lawnchairs and lightsabers too! Tickets can be purchased here: http://www.carolinatix.org/events/detail/charlotte-symphony-summer-pops-star-wars-the-music. The Death Star blasts at 7 p.m. Symphony Park is located at 4400 Sharon Rd. in the South Park Area.
——-MONDAY 6/19——-
Get your stomach and your spirit satisfied this evening as Soul Food Sessions CLT proudly presents “Soul Food Sessions 3”! This eclectic collective of Black chefs and a mixologist invite you out to Heirloom for a delightful and delectable six-course meal and three craft cocktails featuring the “Summer Bounty.” Tickets can be purchased here: https://soulfoodsessionsclt.ticketleap.com/sould-food-sessions-3/. The dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. Heirloom is located at 8470 Bellhaven Blvd.
COMING SOON…
7/1 — Off The Wall 6th Anniversary
7/15 – TeamBlkGrlFly presents “The Beauty Standard”
7/27-7/29 – CineOdyssey Film Festival
8/5 – Dance In the Park Charlotte
I want to send a special Happy Father’s Day to all the cool Dads out there and Happy Juneteenth to all of my Chocolate Tribe! Let’s continue to strive for greatness, excellence and to always remember the tireless dedication of our beloved Ancestors. Peace.
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