CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Today we are joined by Jack Vandertoll and Maria Delgado, the city editors from our "content partners" at CLTtoday - the online newsletter you can subscribe to! “CLTtoday is a newsletter subscription that tracks the pulse of ‘What is going on in the Queen City’” says Vandertoll. He adds “our goal is to keep you up on the latest and breaking news and events concerning the Queen City.” “As a matter of fact the Queen City is all the buzz and for good reason right now” says Delgado.
Here what’s happening this weekend:
Plaza Midwood Art Crawl
For one day only, Plaza Midwood will transform into a vibrant hub. The neighborhood is launching its Experience Midwood Market + Art Crawl. Businesses along Central Avenue and Thomas Street will host 40+ vendors and artists during the first-of-its kind event on Saturday, May 11, from 12 to 5 p.m. Vendors will be selling hand-painted birdhouses, candles, jewelry, glass art, kombucha, clay art, and more + live music. “If you are looking for something to do stopped by the Art Crawl” says Delgado.
Participating businesses include:
- Betty, 1912 Thomas Ave.
- Buriel Beer, 1214 Thomas Ave.
- Dish, 1220 Thomas Ave.
- Emmy Squared, 1508 Central Ave.
- Gordon Street Alley, 1228 Gordon St. (between Snug Harbor and Sherwin Williams)
- Moxie Mercantile, 2008 Commonwealth Ave.
- Play Church, 1600 Fulton Ave., Ste. 140
- Roam & Dwell, 1226 Central Ave.
- Sip City, 917 Central Ave.
- The Kilted Buffalo, 1212 Central Ave.
- The Pizza Peel, 1600 Central Ave.
- The Underground Truffle, 1600 Fulton Ave., Ste. 120
- Twenty Two West, 2338 The Plaza
- Whiskey Warehouse, 1221 The Plaza
Lazy 5 Ranch limits animal feedings
Despite changes in guidelines by the USDA, the drive-thru park in Mooresville remains open, but car feeding is not permitted. Lazy 5 Ranch is known for providing a drive-thru exotic animal feeding experience in Mooresville. There’s something nostalgic about feeding alpacas and llamas from a giant feed bucket. Lazy 5 Ranch provides chances to recreate those memories. But your next visit might feel different. Lazy 5 Ranch no longer permits car feedings on its three-mile drive trail. The exotic animal drive-thru attraction provided the update, citing changes to US Department of Agriculture guidelines. The new policy requires a staff member be present during animal feedings. Among the exotic animals at Lazy 5 Ranch, you’ll encounter several Vietnamese Pot-Bellied Pigs that love feeding time. Don’t fret, you can still feed the animals on the trail. The family-owned attraction offers horse-drawn wagon rides. The cost of admission includes the price for a feed bucket + reservations for wagon rides on Saturdays and Sundays are not required.
- Adult admission + wagon ride: $21
- Child admission + wagon ride: $15
- Senior admission + wagon ride: $15
The Bowl at Ballantyne
Located in Ballantyne, The Bowl at Ballantyne will have everything you need to spend time making precious memories with your friends and family. The Bowl will be the Ballantyne area’s new living room, kitchen and concert hall, filling the gap between work and home. Get ready for the many opportunities for culinary experiences , world-class shopping, family centered entertainment and healthy living. An epicurean row will offer diners light and airy garden rooms, covered sidewalk seating or rooftop decks — all with views of a casual and relaxed central green. Come and visit the newest hottest location for entertainment.
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