

Friday, July 3rd
The Lowe's YMCA will
host its annual July 3rd Summer Celebration on Friday,
July 3rd, from 5:00-10:00pm. Share in the fun, family
time and fireworks! The event is free and open to the
community. Donations are encouraged with all proceeds
benefiting Lowe's YMCA Community Outreach. For more
information, call 704.716.4000 or visit
www.ymcacharlotte.org
Sardis Presbyterian
Church is having Camp Holiday at Sardis Presbyterian
Church from June 15th until July 3rd and July 20th
through August 5th. Camp Holiday is designed for
children with Down Syndrome and is a five-day-per-week
half-day camp for children ages kindergarten through
fifth grade. Please call 704-366-1854 or
donna.rogers@sardis.org
if you have any questions.
Miles For Marines is
having a 15K motivational run/walk that is being held in
honor of all who have served with the U.S. Marine Corps.
The event is scheduled for Friday, July 3rd at the Rock
Hill Westminster Park located off of India Hook Radd.
The course is both challenging and scenic, winding along
the banks of the Catawba River. (803-493-3684)


Saturday, July 4th
Presented by Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation
presents the US Airways Family Fun Festival, "Red, White
and Boom! 2009" on Saturday, July 4th from 6:00pm until
10:00pm at Memorial Stadium.
Southbrook Church
Celebrates the 4th of July on Saturday, July 4th
from 12-9:00 pm. The festivities include live
music, games, inflatables, face painting, and movies.
This is a free event with food available for purchase.
This is family-oriented event and people are encouraged
to bring their friends and neighbors. For more
info, contact Jen Murray at 704-814-7372 ext.105 or
jmurray@southbrookchurch.com
Missions 4 Jesus is
having their 2009 Walk-a-thon on Saturday, July 4th from
7:00-9:00am at the Unionville Elementary School.
All of the funds raised will go towards impoverished
children and families in Malawi, Africa.


Monday, July 6th
Charlotte Christian
and Southern Evangelical Seminary invites you to the
Stand Your Ground: the Youth Apologetics Conference on
Monday, July 6th to Friday, July 10th on the campus of
Charlotte Christian School. Speakers include Dr.
Norman Geisler, Hank Hanegraaff, Alex McFarland and
others. The Youth Apologetics Conference is
designed to give students evidences for the Christian
faith. While the focus is to learn from some of the
foremost apologists of our time, students will also have
time to develop new relationships, have small group
interaction, worship with the student-led worship team,
and play sports and other wild games. (www.youthapologetics.com)

This is a "Go Deeper" event!
The National Fellowship of
Christian Puppeteers will be having their 35th Annual
Conference on Monday, July 6th to Friday, July 10th at
Winthrop University in Rock Hill, SC. This years theme
will be "The Heart of the Father"
For more information please contact Lona Bartlett at (704)
568-9389, or Ronnie Tesseneer at (919) 581-9753
www.fcpfellowship.org
Lee Park Baptist Church
in Monroe is sponsoring "Community Career
Connections" In conjunction with South Piedmont
Community College and the Employment Security Commission
in Monroe. This program will meet the 1st and 3rd Monday
of every month from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at Lee Park Baptist
Church located at 2505 Morgan Mill Road in Monroe. This
is a networking program to help those who are
unemployed, under-employed or seeking a new career. It
is free to the public and no registration is required to
attend. For more information call Lee Park Baptist
church offices at 704-289-4674.
First Baptist Church
Charlotte welcomes The Annie Moses Band in Concert
on Monday, July 6th at 7:00 pm. The Annie Moses
Band is unlike any ensemble in America today. This is a
family outfit, whose members include parents Bill
(composer/arranger/pianist) and Robin
(lyricist/vocalist) Wolaver and their children: Annie,
Alex, Benjamin, Gretchen, Camille, and Jeremiah, in ages
ranging from twenty-four down to ten. Come and enjoy a
night of music and worship. The event is free and the
doors will open at 6:00 pm. Call 704.375.1446 for more
information.


Thursday, July 9th
North Carolina MENTOR
will be hosting an Orientation Session for Prospective
Foster Parents at Bethlehem Baptist Church on Thursday,
July 9th at 6:00pm. By becoming a Therapeutic Foster
Parent, you will have the opportunity to provide
guidance, stability, structure, and experience the joy
of helping to make a difference in a child's life.
Come join us at 3100 Bethlehem Church Street, Gastonia,
NC 28056 For more information please
contact:
Kara Braxton at 704-423-0051 ext 7126.
www.nc-mentor.com


Friday, July 10th
New Wilderness Adventures
invites you to their French Broad River Summer
Fishing Adventure on Friday, July 10th to Sunday, July
12th. Fore more information, contact Greg Sailors
at 704.860.9719 or
www.newwildernessadventures.com
HINTS Homeschool Group
will host their 18th annual Book Fair on Friday, July
10th, from 1:30pm ‑ 8:30pm and Saturday, July 11th, from
9:00am – 3:30pm at Christ Covenant Church. Enjoy
informative workshops and browse great vendors. There is
a cost. (www.hintsonline.org)
Word of Promise World
Outreach presents HYPE Night, a youth service
presented by and for young people on Friday, July 10th
at 7:30pm. Then, come back on Saturday, July 11th at
12:00pm for workshops and free food that all the kids
will enjoy: drum, voice, mime, sign language, and more.


Saturday, July 11th
Harrisburg United Methodist
Church is having a free concert in the Grove to benefit the
Harrisburg Food Pantry on Saturday, July 11th at 4:00pm.
Inspiration Ministries
will host a free worship event featuring recording
artist and worship leader Judy Jacobs. The event will be
held on Saturday, July 11th, beginning at 7:00pm in the
recently opened Inspiration Chapel, located in the new
International Prayer & Welcome Center at the
organization's City of Light campus in Lancaster County,
South Carolina. The doors open at 6:00pm, and parking is
free. Inspiration Chapel is located five miles south of
the Ballantyne region of Charlotte, NC on Highway 521
(Charlotte Highway). (www.TheCityofLight.com).


Sunday, July 12th
Greater Mt. Sinai Baptist
Church presents a Church Youth Revival on Sunday,
July 12th until Wednesday, July 15th. The theme of
the revival is The Right Choice: It’s The God In Me!
The Revival will start out in grand style with praise,
worship and the Word. (704-332-2163)


Monday, July 13th
Lee Park Baptist Church
in Monroe is sponsoring "Community Career
Connections" In conjunction with South Piedmont
Community College and the Employment Security Commission
in Monroe. This program will meet the 1st and 3rd Monday
of every month from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at Lee Park Baptist
Church located at 2505 Morgan Mill Road in Monroe. This
is a networking program to help those who are
unemployed, under-employed or seeking a new career. It
is free to the public and no registration is required to
attend. For more information call Lee Park Baptist
church offices at 704-289-4674.
First Baptist Church
Charlotte welcomes Dr. Ergun Caner of Liberty
University on Monday, July 13th at 7:00 pm. Raised
as a son of a Muslim leader in Turkey, Caner has debated
Buddhists, Muslims, Hindus and other religious leaders.
The event is free with the doors opening at 6:00 pm.
Join us for a night of worship and thought provoking
dialog. (704.375.1446)


Thursday, July 16th
Weaving Families Adoption
Ministry invites you to to attend an Evening of
Celebrating Adoption with Carolina Panther Muhsin
Muhammad and Family on Thursday, July 16th from 7:00pm
to 10:00pm at Byron's South End in Charlotte.
Tickets are limited to the first 200 people and can be
purchased at
www.WeavingFamilies.com
Weddington United
Methodist Church in Weddington is offering an
Alzheimer and Dementia Seminar on Thursday, July 16th at
7:00pm in Helms Hall, located just off their main
sanctuary. This seminar will be led by Margaret Moody, a
representative from the Alzheimer's Association. If you
have a family member or friend who has Alzheimer's
disease or dementia, this seminar is designed to inform
and encourage you during this difficult time. This is a
free seminar. For more information, call Laura Betty at
704.843.1030 or visit
www.weddingtonchurch.org.


Friday, July 17th
LifePointe Community
Center next to the Knights Stadium in Fort Mill SC
along with LifePointe Christian Church presents
GodSpell the musical on Friday, July 17th and Saturday,
July 18th at 7:00pm. Godspell, the musical by Stephen
Schwartz and John Michael Telebak, opened on Broadway in
1971 and has been a wild hit for millions ever since.
The Highland Acting Company will bring a fresh and
relevant portrayal of the 70’s musical - utilizing
modern art forms while embracing the original nuance of
the Musical’s comedy and memorable songs, “Day by Day”
and “Prepare Ye”. Tickets are available at
www.itickets.com.
For group tickets and/or more information contact Blake
at 803 802-8500 or
blake@lifepointecc.com
The Falcon Children's
Home has scheduled a fun -filled, family weekend to
celebrate their 100 year Anniversary. All former
alumni, employees, associates and the community are
invited to join us in this joyous occasion. Events
planned for the weekend of July 17th-19th. For further
information and to schedule your FREE accommodations,
please contact Sylvia Morris at 910-980-1384 or email
her at
sylviamorris@nc.rr.com.


Saturday, July 18th
Sports Outreach and
the Charlotte Eagles invite you to Gifts for Gulu
Night, on Saturday, July 18h from 5:30-9:30. Sports
Outreach will collect sports equipment, clothing, shoes,
and hand tools (trowels, shovels, gloves, hammers,
levels) to send to Gulu, Uganda at the Charlotte Eagles'
Doubleheader at Charlotte Christian School (Sardis Rd).
Bring your gently used gear to donate and watch two
great soccer match ups!
For more information, call CC Reynolds at 704.562.2824.
www.Sportsoutreach.net and
www.charlotteeagles.com
Lois' Lodge presents
Community Yard Sale Benefit on Saturday, July 18th from
7:00am -1:00pm at Christ Covenant Church in Matthews.
Proceeds will benefit Lois' Lodge, a Christ-Centered
ministry that provides support services and housing to
women and families facing an unplanned pregnancy. For
more information call 704.376.8550 or
www.loislodge.org
Union Road Church in
Gastonia presents ON THAT DAY in concert on Saturday,
July 18th at 6:00pm. Tickets sales at the door will be
$5.00/pp. Children 12 and Under are Free (nursery for 4
and under provided). Visit us online for details.
(704) 864-9493 or
www.unionroad.org


Monday, July 20th
First Baptist Church
welcomes Dr. Marty Jacumin, Senior Pastor of Bay Leaf
Baptist Church, Raleigh, NC on Monday, July 20th at 7:00
pm. The event is free with the doors opening at 6:00 pm.
Join us for a night of worship and exciting speaking.
For more information call 704.375.1446.
Sardis Presbyterian
Church is having Camp Holiday at Sardis Presbyterian
Church from June 15th until July 3rd and July 20th
through August 5th. Camp Holiday is designed for
children with Down Syndrome and is a five-day-per-week
half-day camp for children ages kindergarten through
fifth grade. Please call 704-366-1854 or
donna.rogers@sardis.org
if you have any questions.
The United Christian Youth
Department presents their annual Camp Youth Ablaze.
This summer, spend a life-changing week at the Youth
Ablaze Camp from July 20th-25th in Signal Mountain,
Tennessee. Hundreds of young people ages 8 - 22
will meet for awesome music, food, fun and intense,
impacting sessions! (828-651-9585 or
www.YouthAblaze.org)


Tuesday, July 21st
CharlotteONE will
kick-off an exciting new summer season on Tuesday, July
21st at First United Methodist Church, Uptown at 7:00pm.
Other summer dates include Tuesday, August 18th. CharlotteONE is a city-wide
worship gathering for young adults. For more information
about CharlotteONE, go to
www.charlotteone.org. Events are free unless
noted.


Friday, July 24th
World Worship Center in Charlotte will host “A
Night of Worship with Jason Upton” sponsored by Campus
Street Family Trailing Center, on Friday, July 24th at
7:30pm. There is a cost. (www.worldworshipcenter.com)
The Sounds of Life Tour
is proud to present Christian music artist Matthew
West in concert on July 24th at 7:00pm. The concert will
be held at Lawndale Baptist Church, Greensboro NC, and
tickets are on sale for $16.50 (floor seats) and $14.00
(balcony seats). Group discounts are available and
tickets can be purchased at itickets.com. All the
profits from this concert will go directly to benefit
the Greensboro Pregnancy Care Center. For more
information contact
lakehouseministries@yahoo.com.


Saturday, July 25th
New Life Baptist Church
in Laky Wylie invites you to their
New
Life Baptist Church Block Party on Saturday, July
25th from 9:00am until 1:00pm. For more info
contact Pastor Dean Reynolds 803-684-7711.


Monday, July 27th
The Westminster Academy
of the Arts in Rock Hill is offering several summer
arts camps with qualified, experienced instructors,
ready to help you make the most of your child’s summer
experience. The camps run from Monday, July 27th until
Friday, July 31st from 9:00am to 3:00pm. (www.artsrockhill.org
or 803-325-6773)
First Baptist Church
welcomes Dr. Joe Brown, Senior Pastor of Hickory Grove
Baptist Church on Monday, July 27th at 7:00 pm.
The event is free with the doors opening at 6:00 pm.
Join us for a night of worship and exciting speaking.
For more information call 704.375.1446.



Monday, August 3rd
Lee Park Baptist Church
in Monroe is sponsoring "Community Career
Connections" In conjunction with South Piedmont
Community College and the Employment Security Commission
in Monroe. This program will meet the 1st and 3rd Monday
of every month from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at Lee Park Baptist
Church located at 2505 Morgan Mill Road in Monroe. This
is a networking program to help those who are
unemployed, under-employed or seeking a new career. It
is free to the public and no registration is required to
attend. For more information call Lee Park Baptist
church offices at 704-289-4674.
The Crohns and Colitis
Foundation will host the following information
meetings throughout August on Team Challenge–a half
marathon training program that raises funds for research
to fight these two seldom discussed, painful and
unpredictable digestive diseases. For further
information on one of the following meetings of about
how to become involved visit
www.ccteamchallenge.org or contact Brittney at
(704) 817-7544 or
BdaCosta@ccfa.org
Monday, August 3rd at 6:30pm at the Morrison Regional
Library
7015 Morrison Boulevard, Charlotte NC 28211
Saturday, August 8th at 10:00am at the North County
Regional Library
16500 Holly Crest Lane, Huntersville NC 28078
Saturday, August 15th at 10:00am at the Carmel Library
6624 Walsh Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28226
Wednesday, August 19th at 6:00pm at the Healthy Home
Market
2707 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28209
Tuesday, August 25th at 6:00pm at the Strike City
Charlotte
210 E. Trade Street Suite D-164, Charlotte, NC 28202
Light refreshments will be served. This is a free event.


Saturday, August 8th
The Crohns and Colitis
Foundation will host the following information
meetings throughout August on Team Challenge–a half
marathon training program that raises funds for research
to fight these two seldom discussed, painful and
unpredictable digestive diseases. For further
information on one of the following meetings of about
how to become involved visit
www.ccteamchallenge.org or contact Brittney at
(704) 817-7544 or
BdaCosta@ccfa.org
Saturday, August 8th at 10:00am at the North County
Regional Library
16500 Holly Crest Lane, Huntersville NC 28078
Saturday, August 15th at 10:00am at the Carmel Library
6624 Walsh Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28226
Wednesday, August 19th at 6:00pm at the Healthy Home
Market
2707 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28209
Tuesday, August 25th at 6:00pm at the Strike City
Charlotte
210 E. Trade Street Suite D-164, Charlotte, NC 28202
Light refreshments will be served. This is a free event.


Friday, August 14th
SIM, a missionary
sending agency in Charlotte, is holding a benefit concert
for Lois' Lodge, a local home for unwed moms in
partnership with one of our ministries in Ethiopia, the
Deborah House, which is a home for street girls. The
event will be at Steele Creek Church. Christa
Wells will be the featured performing artist. (www.christawells.net)


Saturday, August 15th
Community Church of the
Nazarene in Monroe celebrates is 80th Anniversary
Celebration, a 2 day event, on Saturday, August 15th
from 10:00am to 5:00pm and Sunday, August 16th.
Worship celebration at 10:45am. There will be
games, inflatables for the children, and music for
everyone. Special Speaker will be Dr. J.K.
Warrick, the General Superintendent for the Church of
the Nazarene. We would like to invite everyone to help
us celebrate this milestone in the ministry of our
church.
Prosperity Presbyterian
Church is having a Free Summer Movie Night on
Saturday, August 15th from 7:00-9:30pm. Gather the
entire family for a FREE evening of fun, fellowship, and
food. A 30-minute “Veggie Tales” movie for the little
ones starts at 7:00pm, followed by a short intermission
and then our 2-hour feature film “Fireproof.”
Bring a lawn chair, bean bag, or blanket for an outdoor,
“drive-in” style showing of a movie under the stars.
Limited space available-first come, first served.
Popcorn and drinks provided. If there is inclement
weather, we will move indoors into our gym. This event
is completely FREE and kid-friendly!
(704-875-1182)
The Crohns and Colitis
Foundation will host the following information
meetings throughout August on Team Challenge–a half
marathon training program that raises funds for research
to fight these two seldom discussed, painful and
unpredictable digestive diseases. For further
information on one of the following meetings of about
how to become involved visit
www.ccteamchallenge.org or contact Brittney at
(704) 817-7544 or
BdaCosta@ccfa.org
Saturday, August 15th at 10:00am at the Carmel Library
6624 Walsh Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28226
Wednesday, August 19th at 6:00pm at the Healthy Home
Market
2707 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28209
Tuesday, August 25th at 6:00pm at the Strike City
Charlotte
210 E. Trade Street Suite D-164, Charlotte, NC 28202
Light refreshments will be served. This is a free event.


Monday, August 17th
Lee Park Baptist Church
in Monroe is sponsoring "Community Career
Connections" In conjunction with South Piedmont
Community College and the Employment Security Commission
in Monroe. This program will meet the 1st and 3rd Monday
of every month from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at Lee Park Baptist
Church located at 2505 Morgan Mill Road in Monroe. This
is a networking program to help those who are
unemployed, under-employed or seeking a new career. It
is free to the public and no registration is required to
attend. For more information call Lee Park Baptist
church offices at 704-289-4674.


Tuesday, August 18th
CharlotteONE will
kick-off an exciting new summer season on Tuesday, J
August 18th at First United Methodist Church, Uptown at
7:00pm. CharlotteONE is a city-wide
worship gathering for young adults. For more information
about CharlotteONE, go to
www.charlotteone.org. Events are free unless
noted.


Wednesday, August 19th
The Crohns and Colitis
Foundation will host the following information
meetings throughout August on Team Challenge–a half
marathon training program that raises funds for research
to fight these two seldom discussed, painful and
unpredictable digestive diseases. For further
information on one of the following meetings of about
how to become involved visit
www.ccteamchallenge.org or contact Brittney at
(704) 817-7544 or
BdaCosta@ccfa.org
Wednesday, August 19th at 6:00pm at the Healthy Home
Market
2707 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28209
Tuesday, August 25th at 6:00pm at the Strike City
Charlotte
210 E. Trade Street Suite D-164, Charlotte, NC 28202
Light refreshments will be served. This is a free event.


Saturday, August 22nd
Redeemer's Recovery Ranch is
planning a Gala/Fundraiser event for Saturday, August
22nd 6:30pm.


Tuesday, August 25th
The Crohns and Colitis
Foundation will host the following information
meetings throughout August on Team Challenge–a half
marathon training program that raises funds for research
to fight these two seldom discussed, painful and
unpredictable digestive diseases. For further
information on one of the following meetings of about
how to become involved visit
www.ccteamchallenge.org or contact Brittney at
(704) 817-7544 or
BdaCosta@ccfa.org
Tuesday, August 25th at 6:00pm at the Strike City
Charlotte
210 E. Trade Street Suite D-164, Charlotte, NC 28202
Light refreshments will be served. This is a free event.


Friday, August 28th
First Baptist Church of
Indian Trail presents the Beth Moore Living Proof Live
Simulcast on Friday, August 28th from 8:00pm until
10:30pm and Saturday, August 29th from 9:30am
until 1:00pm. Interpretation for the deaf
will be available. The cost is $25.00. To register click -
HERE



Saturday, September 5th
Regional Sports League
presents the 2009 Annual Kickball for all YAWL Classic
on Saturday, September 5th at 10:00am and the Olde
Providence Park.The summer classic returns... And it's
going to be a lot of fun horsin' around!
Coed teams of 10 on the field. This means starting
lineups of 6 men and 4 women at all times, with a roster
max of 14 on the team.
Website is
www.sports4adults.com
Contact Ryan at 704-543-2297


Monday, September 7th
Lee Park Baptist Church
in Monroe is sponsoring "Community Career
Connections" In conjunction with South Piedmont
Community College and the Employment Security Commission
in Monroe. This program will meet the 1st and 3rd Monday
of every month from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at Lee Park Baptist
Church located at 2505 Morgan Mill Road in Monroe. This
is a networking program to help those who are
unemployed, under-employed or seeking a new career. It
is free to the public and no registration is required to
attend. For more information call Lee Park Baptist
church offices at 704-289-4674.


Monday, September 21st


The
9th Annual New Life 91.9
Golf Classic
Presented by Brothers Air and Heat,
Inc.

will be held on Monday,
September 21st at the
The
Palisades Golf and Country Club.
For more information about the 9th Annual
New Life 91.9 Golf
Classic,
click - HERE

Lee Park Baptist Church
in Monroe is sponsoring "Community Career
Connections" In conjunction with South Piedmont
Community College and the Employment Security Commission
in Monroe. This program will meet the 1st and 3rd Monday
of every month from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at Lee Park Baptist
Church located at 2505 Morgan Mill Road in Monroe. This
is a networking program to help those who are
unemployed, under-employed or seeking a new career. It
is free to the public and no registration is required to
attend. For more information call Lee Park Baptist
church offices at 704-289-4674.
Bethlehem Center of
Charlotte is having their10th Annual Golf Classic on
Monday, September 21stat 10:30am. Join us for our
10th Annual Golf Classic benefiting the Bethlehem Center
of Charlotte, a faith-based organization dedicated to
serving the educational needs of low-income children and
their families. $100 per player includes lunch, dinner,
and 2 mulligans.
For more information: Amy Hutchison at 704-371-7404 or
ahutchison@bethlehemcenter.org



Saturday, October 17th
LifeFestNC presents
their 1st Annual "LifeFestNC" North Carolinas Christian
Music Festival on Saturday, October17th beginning at
12:00 noon at the Booth Amphitheatre in Cary.
Some of the bands are Stryper, Pillar, Barlow Girl,
Superchick, Rush of Fools ,Flight Patterns, VOTA,
Greystone Chapel. Philmont, Flowers for Faye, Wake the
Fallen and more.
(www.lifefestnc.com)
The Pregnancy Resource
Center of Stanly County invites you to participate
in its annual Walk for Life on Saturday, October 17th.
Registration begins at 9:00am in the Pavilion at the
YMCA Park on N. Second Street in Albemarle and is
followed by a 2 mile walk. The day will wrap up with
music and refreshments. For more info call Donna at the
PRC at 704-983-2100.