Happy weekend, Charlotte! In today’s happening-today edition: Interim mayor finalists, a new sound healing studio, and readers' scavenger hunt + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
City leadership in transition: Five finalists for Charlotte’s interim mayor faced 30-minute council interviews. City Council will choose an interim mayor on Monday, June 22, with the winner serving through end of 2027 -- see the mayoral finalists.
New wellness space debuts: Casa Gaia, a sound healing studio, will open in Plaza Midwood this summer, offering daily sessions and movement classes, possibly North Carolina's first, with Moroccan, Indian and Egyptian design influences -- tour Casa Gaia's opening.
Dual vibe nightlife spot: No Proof opens today in South End, pairing a high-energy party room with a laid-back lounge. Expect local and regional DJs through the week, six themed drinks, and bold, art-filled decor -- step inside No Proof.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Crave-worthy coastal vibes: Uptown feels a little beachier when you settle in at Caroline's Oyster Bar, where the Carolina-style raw bar rotates NC favorites like Devil Shoals and Hatteras Salts alongside crisp cocktails and seafood plates that actually taste like the coast. Perfect midweek pick-me-up.
Quick 18, anyone? Intown Golf Club is the private social spot where a legit bar meets sleek simulator bays, so you can sneak in a round between errands or emails, rain or shine. If your swing needs love or you just want a cozy hang with golf vibes, consider this your nudge to apply.
Local lake reset: When you need fresh air without a road trip, Lake Wylie Cabin at Long Cove Resort delivers tiny-house coziness, a private beach, and easy paddles or pontoon rides on the water. Pack s’mores, forget the to-do list, and pretend you’re on vacation... while still basically in Charlotte.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🌱 Volunteer Day @ Pascuales Farm | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – Pascuales Farm is hosting a Volunteer Day, and we’re trading screen time for sunshine, shovels, and neighborly gossip you actually want. Show up on June 20 with comfy clothes, a good attitude, and maybe the kids. Consider it your workout, therapy, and good deed.
💄 Spill the Tea: Painted Faces and Powders @ Charlotte Museum of History | Saturday (6/20) at 10:00 AM – Settle in with tea and light bites while cosmetic historian Alicia Schult spills the good stuff on women in the apothecary, from pre-18th Europe to WWII. It’s history you can sip, not slog, with apothecary versus pharmacy clarity, heritage keepers, and a raffle.
🧘 Celebrate International Yoga Day @ South County Regional Library | Saturday (6/20) at 10:00 AM – Celebrate International Yoga Day like locals do, unroll a mat at South County Regional Library, and check out some inner peace. These free 90-minute sessions glide from yoga to Heartfulness meditation, with chair options for cranky joints, steady breath, and zero pretzel poses required.
🔎 Readers' Scavenger Hunt @ Northlake Mall | Saturday (6/20) at 11:00 AM – Think citywide treasure hunt, but for book lovers. You’ll follow clues through Uptown and beyond, bump into actual authors, and maybe win prizes that justify your towering to-read pile, coffee habit, and sensible shoes. Good company, clever puzzles, and a little cardio disguised as culture.
🔄 Saturday Swap @ Innovation Barn | Saturday (6/20) at 11:00 AM – Whether your garage is a graveyard of good intentions or you love a good trade, Saturday Swap at Charlotte’s Innovation Barn is a free, guilt-free turnover. Bring a clean, usable item, take something you’ll actually use, and meet neighbors who speak fluent reuse.
🎶 My Strongest Suit @ First United Methodist Church | Saturday (6/20) at 3:00 PM – Women’s Chorus of Charlotte is turning First United Methodist Uptown into a confidence factory with My Strongest Suit, all powerhouse anthems, chills, and feel-it-in-your-chest moments. Yes, in a church, the acoustics and the attitude both preach. Three performances only, so dress bold.
📍 Pop Up Charlotte @ "1202" Beatties Ford | Sunday (6/21) at 12:00 PM – Whether you are vegan or just here for a top-tier candle sniff, this Charlotte pop-up corrals local makers, wellness goods, art, jewelry, and truly tasty plant-based bites. Family friendly, all vegan, and refreshingly low key, with free admission and a gentle five-dollar nudge. Live music & entertainment:
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
06 — The Charlotte report Weather forecastToday — High: 85°F — Low: 66°F — Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. North northwest wind 2 to 6 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 66. West southwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 90°F — Low: 71°F — Precip: 1%
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