From parties to fitness events, there's plenty to enjoy in Charlotte this week. Read on for a rundown of ideas for how to fill your calendar.
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The Gorilla Party
From the event description:
It's another Black Gorilla Experience brought to you by MACFLY X DRC. This year we are celebrating Ndelo's bornday in a unique and special way. We invite you to share this special night of which will be sectioned off into two courses of entertainment. The first course of entertainment entitled "BANDEKO" (family) will feature special seafood and vegetarian dishes prepared by Jimmy Pearls, live music by special invited guests and a Gorilla birthday cake. The second course of entertainment is entitled "KOBÍNA" (to dance) and will feature an international gumbo of sounds inspired by the Gorillas Instinctive Travels and Paths of Creativity.
When: Friday, Feb. 28, 8-11 p.m.
Where: MacFly Fresh Printing Co., 301 Camp Road, #106
Admission: $20-$35
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For The Culture: A Black Trivia Brunch
From the event description:
Calling all TV and movie buffs! Think you know every scene from "Friday?" Can you quote nearly every line from "House Party?" This is your chance to show us what you've got.
When: Saturday, Feb. 29, 12-2 p.m.
Where: Dupp & Swat, 1824 Statesville Ave., Suite #105
Admission: $10-$15
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Tiny Hands Big Hearts Pre-K Dance Fitness Event
From the event description:
It's time to burn some calories for a great cause! We have MixxedFit instructors coming from all over North and South Carolina to give you two hours of fitness. All proceeds will go to the Pre-K program at UMES.
When: Saturday, Feb. 29, 12-2 p.m.
Where: University Meadows Elementary School, 1600 Pavilion Blvd.
Admission: $10
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Suite Life CIAA Tournament Weekend
From the event description:
This is it! This is the last year for Charlotte to host the CIAA basketball tournament, so you know our signature day party is going to be insane.
When: Saturday, Feb. 29, 1-7 p.m.
Where: Suite, 210 E. Trade St.
Admission: $100
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Charlotte Twerkshop
From the event description:
What's better than a workout? A twerkout! Twerking is lots of fun, and it's also a great total body workout. It tones the legs, strengthens the core and increases back and hip flexibility. In this 90-minute twerkshop, we will engage anywhere from booty shaking, body rolls, pelvic floor work and booty and cheek isolation, as well as hair whips and dropping it low. Come have fun, work up a good sweat, dance to the hottest twerk music and be surrounded by high energy. Bring your twerk buddies!
When: Saturday, Feb. 29, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Open Door Studios, 1318-D Central Ave.
Admission: $25
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