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2012 Charlotte Oktoberfest scheduled for September 29th

Submitted by Susan H.
Thursday, August 16th, 2012, 12:23pm

Lisa Johnson, Festival Director for the 2012 Charlotte Oktoberfest, visited recently with WBTV anchor Kristen Miranda.  Now's the time to get your tickets...the event has always been a sell-out.  A portion of the proceeds go to charity.  This year’s beneficiaries include Beds for Kids, Crisis Assistance Ministry and the Matthews Free Medical Clinic.

Event Details:
Date:  Saturday, September 29th
Hours:  2pm to 7pm (1pm to 7pm for VIP ticketholders)
Tickets:  $35 or $50 (VIP)
Venue:  Metrolina Tradeshow Expo
Address:  7100 Statesville Rd., Charlotte

Check here for more information.  http://charlotteoktoberfest.com/

 

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Clay on Fire

Submitted by Susan H.
Friday, June 8th, 2012, 3:55pm
Clay on Fire

CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV) - An eclectic mix of cool, crazy and talented artists from around the nation showcase their highest quality, one of a kind pottery and sculpture. Come enjoy food, music, street performers, and beer garden.

Event Details
Date:  Saturday, June 9th
Free Admission
Venue:  Marshall Park
Address:  800 E. Third St., Charlotte

Please click here for more information.

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Food Lion Speed Street set to rock Uptown Charlotte

Submitted by Susan H.
Monday, May 21st, 2012, 4:27pm
Food Lion Speed Street set to rock Uptown Charlotte

CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV) - Rev your engines!  It's almost time for Food Lion Speed Street!  Get your "fix" for speed at this year's motorsports festival in Uptown Charlotte.  Enjoy live entertainment on a variety of stages, access to some of racing's brightest stars, sponsor displays, interactive displays, children's activities and some of the best street food available.  Look for the WBTV booth along Tryon Street, in front of the Courtyard Mariott Center City (near Third Street).  WBTV personalities will be signing autographs from noon to 2pm and 7 to 8pm Thursday and Friday, and from 2pm to 6pm on Sunday. 

Event Details
Dates:  May 24th - 26th
Hours:  Noon to 11pm
FREE Admission
Location:  Uptown Charlotte

Need more information?  Please click here or call 704.455.8888.

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March for Babies walk steps off Saturday

Submitted by Susan H.
Friday, April 27th, 2012, 1:49pm
March for Babies walk steps off Saturday

CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV) - Walkers with a purpose take to the streets in Uptown Charlotte to raise money and awareness for babies who are born premature.  Individuals, as well as teams from local businesses and organizations will be participating. 

The March for Babies is the March of Dimes premier fundraising event that benefits all babies.  Started in 1970, it’s the original walking event...raising money to fund important research and programs that help moms have full-term pregnancies and give hope to the families of babies born too soon or sick.

It's not too late to register.  Come join us!

Event Details
Date:  Saturday, April 28th
Registration:  9am
Walk Start:  10am
Donations Accepted
Venue:  The Square
Location:  Trade & Tryon Streets, Charlotte

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The CIAA presents The Manhattans

Submitted by Susan H.
Thursday, March 1st, 2012, 2:36pm
The CIAA presents The Manhattans

CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV) - The CIAA presents The Manhattans at Friday night's Coaches' Social.  Tickets will be available for purchase the night of the event, from 8pm until midnight in the Crown Ballroom.  Ticket price includes heavy hors d'oeuvres. 

Event Details
Date:  Friday, March 2nd
Time:  11pm
Tickets:  $20 General Admission
Venue:  Charlotte Convention Center
Address:  501 S. College St., Charlotte

Click HERE for more information.

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Join in WBTV First Night Charlotte tonight!

Submitted by Alison Hill, Community Web Producer
Saturday, December 31st, 2011, 6:00pm
Join in WBTV First Night Charlotte tonight!

CENTER CITY - For more information on WBTV First Night Charlotte, click here!

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Center City Green Market continues this week!

Submitted by Susan H.
Wednesday, August 31st, 2011, 4:42pm
Center City Green Market continues this week!

CENTER CITY - The Center City Green market is an Urban Farmer's Market that exists to provide Uptown Charlotte workers, residents, and visitors with locally grown foods and farm products in a direct producer-to-consumer marketing venue.

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