Do you know somebody who is working to make Charlotte a better place? And is that person 40 or over? The nomination period for The Charlotte Ledger’s 40 Over 40 awards is now open.

Because statistics show that every family has been touched by mental health issues, Carmel Counseling Center and Silent Images are hosting a community conversation on mental health including the screening of two documentary short films on the topics of trauma and suicide.

Grab a beer, snag a free food voucher, and learn more about the home-buying process.

Learn more about UNC-Chapel Hill’s online M.A. in Digital Communication program, which is ranked No. 1 nationally among online communication programs.

Shop men’s fall/winter clothing (think button downs, vests, etc.) up to 70 percent off.

Calling all dancing queens. Don’t miss this local rendition of classic musical Mamma Mia with all the ABBA songs you love.

Lily Pad Haven and Carolina Voices, local nonprofit organizations, have teamed up again to host the second year of Silhouettes: Giving Voice to the Voiceless in honor of human trafficking survivors. Enjoy a cocktail hour, silent auction, and inspiring musical performances. Seating is limited.

Expect more than 100 different wines for you to sample, including local and regional favs. While you drink the day away, enjoy local vendors and live music.

Expect 50 breweries and cidery participants, hand-picked restaurant and snack food exhibitors, live music, and games, all included with admission. Festival proceeds benefit ACEing Autism.

Studio Drift, founded by Dutch artists creates breathtaking sculptures that explore the relationship between humanity, nature and technology. Their philosophy is based on creating a dialogue between opposites, exploring the relationship between nature, technology, and mankind. The studio’s work comes to life via ongoing collaborations with scientists, university research facilities, computer programmers, and engineers.

Through the eyes of Cuban artists, historians and scientists, the film provides an intimate look this vivacious island nation. Filmed exclusively for IMAX® and giant screen formats, CUBA reveals why Cuba continues to stir the imagination of the world.

The Young Affiliates, in collaboration with The Mint Museum, will host their fourth annual art show, Coined in the South, aimed at being a platform for both established and emerging artists currently working in and/or from the Southeast.

The Winter Menu features Clean Juice’s first-ever seasonal toast, a kale greens and grains bowl, a chocolate and cherry smoothie, and the fan-favorite winter acai bowl.

Meet with fellow Butchers Wine Club members the second Wednesday of every month to sample great wine and food from the shoppe. RSVP required.

Looking for healthier lunches in 2020? Charlotte Clean Juice is launching hot-pressed wraps to help you out, including The Cali Wrap, The BBQ Wrap, The Garden Wrap, and The Kids Cheesy Wrap.

This vitamin-packed, USDA-certified, cold-pressed shot is designed to keep the sniffles away. It’s packed with all organic ingredients including apple, lemon, ginger, and elderberry.

Get up to 60 percent off of chandeliers, pendants, vanity bars, outdoor lights, and ceiling fans; and get 20 percent off any new product order over $750.

Calling all Billie Holiday fans. LADY DAY portrays one of the jazz artist’s final performances while she recounts events in her life, taking place in South Philadelphia in March 1959.

Do you know somebody who is working to make Charlotte a better place? And is that person 40 or over? The nomination period for The Charlotte Ledger’s 40 Over 40 awards is now open.

Submit your 53-second pitch online or stop by one of our in-person pop-up pitch events for a chance to win $10,000 to build your idea into a business.

Tour this new townhome community with several units for sale in NoDa. Three-story townhomes include an attached two-car garage, covered terrace, large owner’s suite, and on-trend design features — all walking distance to bars, restaurants, and North Davidson Street.

Grab a beer, snag a free food voucher, and learn more about the home-buying process.

Learn more about UNC-Chapel Hill’s online M.A. in Digital Communication program, which is ranked No. 1 nationally among online communication programs.

Shop men’s fall/winter clothing (think button downs, vests, etc.) up to 70 percent off.

Calling all dancing queens. Don’t miss this local rendition of classic musical Mamma Mia with all the ABBA songs you love.

Lily Pad Haven and Carolina Voices, local nonprofit organizations, have teamed up again to host the second year of Silhouettes: Giving Voice to the Voiceless in honor of human trafficking survivors. Enjoy a cocktail hour, silent auction, and inspiring musical performances. Seating is limited.

Expect more than 100 different wines for you to sample, including local and regional favs. While you drink the day away, enjoy local vendors and live music.

Expect 50 breweries and cidery participants, hand-picked restaurant and snack food exhibitors, live music, and games, all included with admission. Festival proceeds benefit ACEing Autism.

Forget your perfectly choreographed routine of “Hit Me Baby One More Time.” This twist on classic karaoke levels the playing field by having you spin for your song. Whatever song you land on, is what you’re singing.

Opening night you’ll hear from social justice speaker Ed Price, the inspirational powerhouse behind Community Matters Cafe. And Friday’s festivities include the South End Gallery Crawl, which features 33 visual artworks — including mixed-media collage, social commentary, and digital work — by 11 Char-Meck artists.

Test unlimited chili, cast your vote for categories like “Best Overall”, “Tongue Burner” and “Most Creative” (or enter if you think your recipe has what it takes). Also expect live music, raffles, and family-friendly activities.

At the workshop, you’ll learn how to: foster respect, affection, and closeness; build and share a deeper connection with each other; keep conflict discussions calm, break through, and resolve conflict gridlock; and strengthen and maintain the gains in your relationship. (Military discount available.)

Get a sneak peek of the Interior Design Society of Charlotte’s Charity Designer Showhouses! The three $1.6+M homes designed by 45 area interior designers open to the public on March 14, 2020, but the Sip and See event gives insider access beforehand.

Join Trinity Episcopal School and six community leaders including new Queens University President, Dan Lugo and Pediatric Neuropsychologist, Dr. Melanie Powell to discuss three increasingly relevant topics for today’s young people: stress, success, and balance. Light bites and beverages will be served. Emmy Award-Winning former CBS Reporter/Producer, Louise Serio (Trinity Episcopal School ’05) is moderating.

Calling all pet lovers. Pets are taking the stage and will be performing a routine of tricks. All event proceeds benefit Stand For Animals, a nonprofit veterinary clinic.

Expect 15 acts performing a song or two each, and audience singalongs throughout the evening led by John Tosco and the TMP House Band & Singalong Choir. Tickets are discounted 10 percent for students and groups of 10 or more (call 704.348.5752).

Yamato travels all over the world with Japan’s traditional Wadaiko drums, putting its souls into the unusual instruments whose sound stirs the hearts of people everywhere. What one feels when surrounded by the sound of Wadaiko, brought out by these highly trained performers, is what the Japanese call “Tamashy”, translated as soul, spirit, psyche, the basic elements of life.

Nothing says sophisticated like a night at the ballet. So if that’s your cup of tea, don’t miss one of the most beloved story book ballets, performed The Russian National Ballet.

In celebration of Earth Day’s 50th anniversary, Jean-Michel Cousteau — son of French explorer Jacques Cousteau — and his children, Celine and Fabien, will discuss the need to preserve the underwater ecosystems that are intricately tied to life on earth.

Twenty nonprofit entrepreneurs will be vying for prizes, and up to ten finalists will give fast-paced three-minute pitches of their ideas to a panel of judges and to the audience (you get to vote, too). Tickets includes admission, drinks, and dinner.

The M.A. in Digital Communication from UNC-Chapel Hill is ranked No. 1 nationally among online communication programs. Challenging courses are designed for professionals’ ambitious schedules and offer opportunities to focus course assignments on real-world workplace topics. Learn more in this online info session.

Expect rescue groups on site, arts and crafts vendors, food trucks, dog contests, music, and fun for kiddos.