Mecklenburg County Recycling's Food Waste Program gives residents an opportunity to drop their food waste off for composting instead of putting them … [Read more...] about Free Food Waste Buckets from Mecklenburg County Recycling — for composting!
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A Winter Solstice “Rhythm Remedy” with DrumStrong Dec. 21
Drumstrong is presenting A Winter Solstice "Rhythm Remedy" on Sunday, December 21, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at Myers Park Baptist Church. It will … [Read more...] about A Winter Solstice “Rhythm Remedy” with DrumStrong Dec. 21
MLK Day Call to Service with United Way of Greater Charlotte 2026
Honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with United Way’s MLK Call to Service. Volunteer on Saturday, January 17, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., at The Park … [Read more...] about MLK Day Call to Service with United Way of Greater Charlotte 2026
Mocktail Collective: The Holiday Edition Dec. 12
Mocktail Collective is an alcohol optional group that hosts an events where participants can meet up at a restaurant or bar without the pressure to … [Read more...] about Mocktail Collective: The Holiday Edition Dec. 12
Holiday Giveback with Poor No More Dec. 6: Free Store, groceries, lunch and toys
Poor No More is an organization that operates a free store, to help empower poor and working poor individuals and families in Charlotte. The free … [Read more...] about Holiday Giveback with Poor No More Dec. 6: Free Store, groceries, lunch and toys
The Tall Tour comes to Charlotte Dec. 6, with FREE Bojangles Buffet! (All heights are welcome!)
Tall people, if you've wanted to meet up with other tall people, you're in luck. The Tall Tour is coming to Charlotte on Saturday, December 6, … [Read more...] about The Tall Tour comes to Charlotte Dec. 6, with FREE Bojangles Buffet! (All heights are welcome!)
Food Distribution and Food Pantries in Charlotte
If you or your family needs a helping hand with food, there are several organizations in the Charlotte area that regularly distribute food. We're … [Read more...] about Food Distribution and Food Pantries in Charlotte
Blackout Friday: The Empowerment Exchange Nov. 28
Blackout Friday: The Empowerment Exchange takes place Friday, November 28, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Freedom Communities' Tuck Hub, at 3501 … [Read more...] about Blackout Friday: The Empowerment Exchange Nov. 28
Saturdays on Stitt Turkey Giveaway Nov. 22 (registration required)
Ella B. Scarborough Community Resource Center, at 430 Stitt Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, offers county services, Medicaid and Food & … [Read more...] about Saturdays on Stitt Turkey Giveaway Nov. 22 (registration required)
Mecklenburg home-owners can apply for HOMES Grant to help with property taxes — apply by Nov. 21
If you're a Mecklenburg County home-owner you might be able to receive a grant up to $650. Town of Davidson residents are eligible to receive an … [Read more...] about Mecklenburg home-owners can apply for HOMES Grant to help with property taxes — apply by Nov. 21
