There's always plenty to do in Charlotte, but finding fun on the cheap can be another story.
If you're on the hunt for events and activities to mix up your routine, we've got four solid options that'll cost you nothing at all, from a "Hope In A Coat" event to a Let's Mingle! event.
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Hope In A Coat
From the event description:
Your Thrivent Member Network is partnering with Operation Warm to give the gift of warmth, confidence and hope to children in need in our community. At this unique volunteer experience we will be providing 150 children at the Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club brand new, colorful winter coats and books to prepare them for colder weather ahead. After the volunteer experience, your Thrivent Member Network- Southeast Region will treat all volunteers to some sandwiches and snacks.
When: Tuesday, Oct. 22, 4-6:30 p.m.
Where: Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club, 940 Marsh Road
Admission: Free
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On The Table CLT - Finding Home (Packard Place)
From the event description:
Make meaningful connections, share diverse perspectives, move towards positively impacting our community, share your perspective and learn from others. In partnership with the On the Table CLT citywide initiative, Divinity Affairs and Packard Place are teaming up to provide a forum for the community to have a voice and represent your family, your neighborhood, or whatever perspective you'd like to share. This year's topic is focused on finding home - what you consider to be home, and how you define migration and immigration.
When: Wednesday, Oct. 23, noon-1:30 p.m.
Where: Packard Place, 222 S. Church St., Suite #100
Admission: Free
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Afterschool Matters for Teens
From the event description:
Come Celebrate the 19th annual Lights On Afterschool with Firm Foundations! Since October 2000, Lights On Afterschool has been celebrated nationwide to call attention to the importance of afterschool programs for America's children, families and communities. We invite you to come hear about the work that Firm Foundations is doing afterschool and for you to join us for an open discussion on what our youth in Charlotte need after school - specifically youth in middle and high school.
When: Thursday, Oct. 24, noon-1 p.m.
Where: Firm Foundations: IMPACT Center, 210 Arrowhead Road, Suite O3
Admission: Free
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Let's Mingle! with Opera Carolina & Tony Quiros
From the event description:
Are you looking for ways to connect with more people and professionals in and around Charlotte? Join Opera Carolina and Tony Quiros, Brand Ambassador for Chima Steakhouse, to get to know your fellow Charlotteans! Let’s Mingle is an exciting opportunity to network with other professionals who work in and around Uptown Charlotte. Enjoy live music performed by guitarist, Reinaldo, bar specials, and complimentary appetizers with the the purchase of a drink.
When: Thursday, Oct. 24, 5:30-11:30 p.m.
Where: Chima Brazilian Steakhouse, 139 S. Tryon St.
Admission: Free
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