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Beat boredom without breaking the bank with these 3 Charlotte events this week

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Published on December 14, 2018
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Looking for wallet-free ways to spend your time?

If you're on the hunt for events and activities that don't require cash on hand, we've got five solid options to enjoy for the low, low price of zero dollars, from a holiday pop-up market to a Sunday brunch.

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SouthBound and The Music Yard's Holiday Pop-Up Shop with Ronald McDonald House!

Enjoy shopping local vendors while supporting a cause. Among the vendors that will be at the event are LoGui Bags, Gloria Faye, Wood and Button and Apples to Oranges.

Guests are encouraged to donate presents that will benefit families and families with children receiving treatment at their partner hospitals, under the Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte.

There will also be a build-your-own margarita bar with Tequila Cazadores with those proceeds going towards Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte, as well.

When: Saturday, Dec. 15, noon-3 p.m.
Where: The Music Yard, 2433 South Blvd.
Admission: Free

Click here for more details, and to register

SMBC Performing Arts Ministry Presents "The Wonderful WORD Of All"

Celebrate the holiday season with Silver Mount Baptist Church Performing Arts Ministry, which will be putting their spin on "The Wizard of Oz" in this Christmas-themed performance. 

Registering to attend will put your name in a drawing for an undisclosed prize.

When: Saturday, Dec. 15, 4-6:15 p.m.
Where: Silver Mount Missionary Baptist Church, 501 W. Arrowood Road.
Admission: Free

Click here for more details, and to get your tickets

Jerk Chicken N' Waffles Sunday Brunch: The December Return

Stop by MANGOS this Sunday for a hearty plate of chicken and waffles. Music will be provided by The Dynamic DJ Kato and DJ_HeFF. A complimentary bottle of champagne or sparkling wine for brunch parties or groups of eight people or more will be given out. 

RSVP quickly if you'd like to attend. Once RSVPs run out, there's a small cover fee instead.

When: Sunday, Dec. 16, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: MANGOS, 3112 N. Davidson St.
Admission: Free

Click here for more details, and to RSVP