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The Schiele Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

Explore the wildlife of North Carolina and North America, take a trip through the universe through a planetarium show, or enjoy a walk on the Nature Trail. The Schiele inspires wonder and appreciation of the natural world through exciting exhibits, science programs, and family-friendly events.
1500 E. Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia , NC , 28054
Phone: 704-866-6900
35° 15' 11.5848" N, 81° 9' 32.3532" W

N.C. Transportation Museum

The N.C. Transportation Museum is a historic site, once home to Southern Railway’s largest steam locomotive repair facility in the southeast, and a museum featuring all types of transportation history – railroading, automotive, aviation, and more. 20-minute train rides are available on Saturdays and Sundays around the 60-acre museum site. The N.C. Transportation Museum is located in Spencer, NC about five minutes off I-85, about an hour’s drive from Charlotte, Greensboro or Winston-Salem.
1 Samuel Spencer Drive
Spencer , NC , 28159
Phone: 704-636-2889
35° 41' 25.1736" N, 80° 25' 46.9488" W

Mission Grit®

Mission Grit™ is a powerful concept that helps children K-8th grade level to become stronger physically, develop inner strength, adopt effective cooperation skills, and gain unparalleled confidence and adaptability. Through fun adventure obstacle courses, fitness exercising, exciting scenario-based quests, and creative team-building challenges. We offer Camps, Classes, and Birthday parties all year round! JOIN OUR AMAZING COMMUNITY TODAY!
6311 Carmel Rd C
Charlotte , NC , 28226
Phone: 7047339103
35° 5' 29.5224" N, 80° 50' 36.7116" W

CRÉATIF FORT MILL, SC

Créatif Fort Mill is a modern Art Studio for kids and adults, offering Canvas Painting, Rock Painting, Ceramic Painting and other fun surfaces. Prices starting at $15. Walk-in & Paint any time the studio is open - NO STUDIO FEE. Our DiY sessions are a fun experience for Kids and Adults. Host your Birthday Party, Graduation, Bridal Shower, Girls Night Out or any other Art Party in our private party room. Art classes for all age ranges from 2-7, 8-18 and 18+. Registration now available on our website. Weekly Painting Workshops are suitable for kids (8+ yrs) and adults. Our summer and schools-out camps provide campers with the opportunity to participate in artistic exploration.
2879 SC-160
Fort Mill , SC , 29708
Phone: 803-547-8640
35° 2' 27.4884" N, 80° 59' 39.372" W

SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord

SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord is a 26,000-square-foot indoor aquarium. This one-of-a-kind attraction allows visitors to experience the magical world beneath our seas with marine habitats, displays, and close encounters with thousands of sea creatures. Take a fascinating journey from the North Carolina coastline to the ocean depths through 10 interactive zones. Get up close to majestic stingrays, take a walk through our mesmerizing 180° Ocean Tunnel, and find out how it feels to touch a sea star in our Interactive Touchpool. SEA LIFE provides a glimpse of the diversity of marine life while also playing an active role in animal and environmental conservation.
8111 Concord Mills Blvd
Concord , NC , 28027 35° 22' 12.2484" N, 80° 43' 26.148" W

Small Hands Big Art - Charlotte, NC

Award Winning children's art studio offering classes, camps, parties, and workshops for kids ages 18m - 14 yrs. Adult art events as well! Locations in South Charlotte and Fort Mill, SC
7415 Waverly Walk Ave. Suite F2A
Charlotte , NC , 28277
Phone: 704-246-8271
35° 3' 5.6412" N, 80° 45' 59.7708" W

Discovery Place Science - Charlotte, NC

The Science Museum in Uptown Charlotte features exciting interactive exhibitions, education, and youth development programs. Discovery Place is home to our completely renovated Charlotte IMAX Dome Theatre, which shows documentary and select feature films.
168 W. 6th Street
Charlotte , NC , 28202
Phone: 704.372.6261
35° 13' 45.9876" N, 80° 50' 27.3372" W

Organization:

Location:

15700 Thompson Road
Mint Hill, NC, 28227
United States

Phone:

980-314-2526

SCNP: Toddlers on the Trails (TOTs) Hike

Dates: 
04/19/2025
05/17/2025
Time: 
9:00am to 10:30am

Location:

Billy Graham Library
4330 Westmont Drive
Charlotte, NC, 28217
United States

Phone:

+1 704-401-3200

Billy Graham Library-SPECIAL EXHIBIT: Corrie Ten Boom

Dates: 
03/27/2025
03/28/2025
03/29/2025
Time: 
9:30am - 5:00pm

Location:

Grady Cole Center- Charlotte, NC
310 N. Kings Drive
Charlotte, NC, 28204
United States

CHARLOTTE ROLLER DERBY Throwdown Thursday in Wonderland

Dates: 
04/03/2025
Time: 
6PM DOORS | 7PM DERBY

Location:

ONLINE ONLY

Location:

ONLINE ONLY

Learn to DJ Workshop * Live Online Group Classes for Youth

Dates: 
03/29/2025
Time: 
11:00AM - NOON MST

Location:

ONLINE ONLY

Mindful Parenting for the Anxious Adolescent Webinar

Dates: 
04/17/2025
Time: 
12:00pm - 1:00pm CST

Location:

ONLINE ONLY

Mindful Parenting for the Anxious Adolescent Webinar

Dates: 
04/17/2025
Time: 
12 pm - 1 pm CST

Location:

ONLINE ONLY

Navigation and Route Planning

Dates: 
04/14/2025
Time: 
7PM EST

Location:

ONLINE ONLY

Panel Discussion - From ASA 101 to Captain

Dates: 
04/28/2025
Time: 
7PM EST

Location:

ONLINE ONLY

Location:

PO BOX 1898
McDonough, GA, 30253
United States

Race Through America Series - Collect a Medal from Each State!

Dates: 
03/29/2025
04/26/2025
05/31/2025
Time: 
9:00am

Location:

ONLINE ONLY

Sailboat - Safety and Emergency Preparedness

Dates: 
04/07/2025
Time: 
7PM EST

Organization:

Location:

15700 Thompson Road
Mint Hill, NC, 28227
United States

Phone:

980-314-2526

SCNP: Animal Meet and Greet

Dates: 
04/06/2025
04/13/2025
Time: 
1:30pm to 2:30pm

Organization:

Location:

15700 Thompson Road
Mint Hill, NC, 28227
United States

Phone:

980-314-2526

SCNP: Borrow a Boat @ Col. Francis Beatty Park

Dates: 
04/05/2025
04/12/2025
Time: 
10:00am to 1:00pm

Organization:

Location:

15700 Thompson Road
Mint Hill, NC, 28227
United States

Phone:

980-314-2526

SCNP: City Nature Challenge - Guided Nature ID Walk @ MHVMP

Dates: 
04/27/2025
Time: 
10:00am to 11:30am

Organization:

Location:

15700 Thompson Road
Mint Hill, NC, 28227
United States

Phone:

980-314-2526

SCNP: City Nature Challenge - Guided Nature ID Walk PK on Wilg

Dates: 
04/28/2025
Time: 
10:00am to 11:30am

Organization:

Location:

15700 Thompson Road
Mint Hill, NC, 28227
United States

Phone:

980-314-2526

SCNP: City Nature Challenge - What's Wild at Stevens Creek?

Dates: 
04/27/2025
Time: 
10:00am to 11:30am

Organization:

Location:

15700 Thompson Road
Mint Hill, NC, 28227
United States

Phone:

980-314-2526

SCNP: Community Yoga (Apr)

Dates: 
04/05/2025
04/12/2025
04/19/2025
Time: 
10:00am to 11:00am

Organization:

Location:

15700 Thompson Road
Mint Hill, NC, 28227
United States

Phone:

980-314-2526

SCNP: Creekside Crew

Dates: 
04/03/2025
04/17/2025
05/01/2025
Time: 
1:30pm to 3:30pm

Organization:

Location:

15700 Thompson Road
Mint Hill, NC, 28227
United States

Phone:

980-314-2526

SCNP: Creekside Crew

Dates: 
04/03/2025
04/17/2025
05/01/2025
Time: 
1:30pm to 3:30pm

Organization:

Location:

15700 Thompson Road
Mint Hill, NC, 28227
United States

Phone:

980-314-2526

SCNP: Deep Stretch Restorative Yoga (drop-in/pre-register)

Dates: 
03/29/2025
Time: 
10:00am to 11:00am

Organization:

Location:

15700 Thompson Road
Mint Hill, NC, 28227
United States

Phone:

980-314-2526

SCNP: Family Sunset Hike

Dates: 
04/15/2025
Time: 
5:30pm to 7:00pm

Organization:

Location:

15700 Thompson Road
Mint Hill, NC, 28227
United States

Phone:

980-314-2526

SCNP: Gentle/Chair/Beginner Yoga (drop-in or pre-register)

Dates: 
04/05/2025
04/12/2025
04/19/2025
Time: 
9:00am to 9:45am

Organization:

Location:

15700 Thompson Road
Mint Hill, NC, 28227
United States

Phone:

980-314-2526

SCNP: International Beaver Day

Dates: 
03/29/2025
Time: 
1:30pm to 2:30pm

Organization:

Location:

15700 Thompson Road
Mint Hill, NC, 28227
United States

Phone:

980-722-2315

SCNP: MeckTeen Explorers: High Peak Challenge

Dates: 
04/15/2025
04/16/2025
Time: 
9:00am overnight to 4:00pm

Organization:

Location:

15700 Thompson Road
Mint Hill, NC, 28227
United States

Phone:

980-314-2526

SCNP: Morning Nature Hikes

Dates: 
03/30/2025
Time: 
9:30am to 11:00am

Organization:

Location:

15700 Thompson Road
Mint Hill, NC, 28227
United States

Phone:

980-314-2526

SCNP: School Day Out - Nature

Dates: 
03/31/2025
Time: 
9:00am to 4:00pm

Organization:

Location:

15700 Thompson Road
Mint Hill, NC, 28227
United States

Phone:

980-314-2526

SCNP: Spring Break Nature CLUE (drop-in)

Dates: 
04/14/2025
04/15/2025
04/16/2025
Time: 
9:00am to 5:00pm

Organization:

Location:

15700 Thompson Road
Mint Hill, NC, 28227
United States

Phone:

980-314-2526

SCNP: Spring Break Nature Reading Series

Dates: 
04/14/2025
04/16/2025
04/21/2025
Time: 
10:00am to 11:30am

Organization:

Location:

15700 Thompson Road
Mint Hill, NC, 28227
United States

Phone:

980-314-2526

SCNP: Spring Break Nature Trail Scavenger Hunt (drop-in)

Dates: 
04/19/2025
Time: 
Ongoing 9:00am to 4:00pm

Organization:

Location:

15700 Thompson Road
Mint Hill, NC, 28227
United States

Phone:

980-314-2526

SCNP: Target Sports - Axes & Archery

Dates: 
04/09/2025
Time: 
1:00pm to 3:00pm

Organization:

Location:

15700 Thompson Road
Mint Hill, NC, 28227
United States

Phone:

980-314-2526

SCNP: Tiny Trekkers - Fishing @ Squirrel Lake Park

Dates: 
04/30/2025
Time: 
1:00pm to 2:30pm

Organization:

Location:

15700 Thompson Road
Mint Hill, NC, 28227
United States

Phone:

980-314-2526

SCNP: Tiny Trekkers - Fishing @ Squirrel Lake Park

Dates: 
04/30/2025
Time: 
1:00pm to 2:30pm

Organization:

Location:

15700 Thompson Road
Mint Hill, NC, 28227
United States

Phone:

980-314-2526

SCNP: Youth Disc Golf Challenge

Dates: 
04/29/2025
05/06/2025
05/13/2025
Time: 
11:00am to 1:00pm

Location:

ONLINE ONLY

The Animation Course Summer Program

Dates: 
06/02/2025
06/03/2025
06/04/2025
Time: 
8-3

Location:

ONLINE ONLY

The YES 50th Anniversary Virtual Silent Auction

Dates: 
04/14/2025
Time: 
April 14th, 2025 at 9:00AM to April 22nd, 2025 at 8:00PM