Category Archives: Events and Galas

Hip-hop culture finds ‘Next Level’ in Bangladesh

The Charlotte Observer City News Saturday, November 15, 2014 Singer, songwriter and beatmaker JocElyn ellis and professional DJ Andre “A-Minor” Barden recently traveled to Bangladesh to teach hip-hop. On Nov. 4, the two went to the country as part of … Continue reading

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Avondale Presbyterian Church to host Nov. 8 Charlotte Art Collective art show

The Charlotte Observer South Charlotte News North Saturday, November 01, 2014 The Charlotte Art Collective will hold its annual holiday art show and sale at Avondale Presbyterian Church’s Fellowship Building from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 8. The 22-booth show will display … Continue reading

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1st Buddy Walk for Down syndrome awareness at UNCC

Charlotte Observer University News Sunday, October 19, 2014 Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte supporters enter UNC Charlotte’s Jerry Richardson Stadium for the first Buddy Walk held there. Want to help? The Buddy Walk at UNC Charlotte’s Jerry Richardson Stadium … Continue reading

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Conference offers insight to siblings of those with Down syndrome

Charlotte Observer University News Sunday, October 12, 2014 Jonathan Isley joined hands with 14 school-aged, adolescent and adult siblings of people with Down syndrome at the Carolinas Down Syndrome Conference. In a tight-knit circle, the siblings worked together to come … Continue reading

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Zombies come alive Oct. 4 to help the hungry in Gastonia

The Charlotte Observer Gaston/Catawba News Saturday, September 27, 2014 The living dead rise to help the hungry and homeless Oct. 4 for the third annual Downtown Gastonia Zombie Walk and Food Drive. This family-friendly street festival includes performances from local indie … Continue reading

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