Events
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Join us for a park day at Frank Liske Park in Concord at noon. We will gather at the big barn and have some social time.
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 2:00 pm
You must be a member of ENRICH to join this girl scout group. We have a Girl Scout troop, combined Brownies and Juniors, meeting at 1pm on the first and third Wednesdays, Frank Liske Park, beginning Oct. 1. Contact person is Karen Dutton | ||
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10 / 7
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
How Ewe You Can Help Your Child Right Write Better Want to know how you can encourage your elementary, middle school, or high school student to become a better writer? Carol Baldwin, local author of Teaching the Story: Fiction Writing in 4th-8th Grade, will share several important tips in a fun, hands-on workshop. A book signing will follow her presentation. FREE Tuesday, October 7th 7:00-8:00pm @ the Mint Hill Branch Library Registration begins September 15th and is required for attendance. Call (704) 416-5200 to register. | ||
10 / 8
Start: 12:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm
Join us for a park day at Frank Liske Park in Concord at noon. We will gather at the big barn and have some social time. | ||
10 / 9
Start: 10:30 am
End: 12:30 pm
OPEN TO ALL HOMESCHOOLERS-
IMPORTANT NOTE FOR BOYS/GIRLS CLUB OF CABARRUS COUNTY HOME SCHOOL ACTIVITIES FOR 2008-09 The Boys & Girls Club of Cabarrus County will be opening its doors to local home schoolers for the fifth straight school year. Starting September 11, the Club will host its Home School Days program.
The program will be available to children 5-14 yrs. Old (must be 5 yrs. Before Oct. 16). Children will be divided into three groups based on their age and each group will rotate around the facility’s activity rooms over a two-hour time frame. Depending on the age group, activities may include phys. ed., arts & crafts, life skills, performing arts, academic activities, and game room activities. Home School Days will be held the second Thursday of every month from September through April, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. ALL activities will be led by Boys & Girls Club staff, who will be assisted by select home school parents. | ||
10 / 10
Start: 10:30 am
End: 12:30 pm
MEMBERS ONLY------
Friday, Oct. 10, 10:30-12:30, for the Rosedale Plantation field trip. So, if you would like to go on a field trip to Historic Rosedale (8 minutes down N. Tryon from University Hospital) on Friday, Oct. 10, 10:30-12:30, $4 per person including adults (children 3 and under free, but there is no stroller access), please RSVP so that I can see if we have enough folks able to go to make their minimum. Contact Karen D. Start: 1:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm
open to all homeschoolers-------
This is the day Inner Peaks opens to all homeschoolers for $10 p/p. You can check in from1 to 3 pm and stay as long as you like.
Check out there web site for details.
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm
The Mint Hill Branch Library will offer chess club one day per month. Fridays from 1-3 pm Oct. 10 Nov. 14 Dec. 5
Registration begins September 20 by calling the Mint Hill Branch Library at (704) 416-5200. Thank you very much. Donna Reynolds Mint Hill Branch Library Some chess sets will be available, but bring your own if you can to avoid wait-time for a game | ||
10 / 11
Start: 5:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Historic Latta Plantation Presents | ||
10 / 12
Start: 12:00 am
As of 10-11-08, the Driver's Edge website still showed registration open for the event below.
Dear Students & Parents of our CHARLOTTE Notification List: We would like to announce that Driver's Edge will be conducting a program in the Charlotte Area on the weekend of October 18 & 19, 2008 at Knights Stadium in Fort Mill, SC. In receipt of this e-mail, you are NOT automatically registered for this event. You must REGISTER online at our website (link below). Registration BEGINS Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at 6:00p.m. (Eastern Time). Registration is offered on a FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS. We are not able to guarantee your space in this program, so please sign up as soon as registration begins. We anticipate that this program will fill up very quickly. **Driver's Edge is open to anyone age 21, or younger, and MUST have a valid learner's permit or driver's license in order to participate. ** On Wednesday, September 24 at 6:00P.M. (Eastern Time), you will see Charlotte available for registration on our Tour Schedule & Registration page. Students should only register for ONE DAY & ONE TIME (either 8am OR 1pm). After registering, you will receive an e-mail with all class details approximately 7-10 days PRIOR to the class date. Wednesday, September 24, 2008 (Eastern Time), 6:00p.m. - Register at: Start: 9:30 am
End: 1:00 pm
Novella Festival Events Imaginon is doing both the Book Brunch and Wordplay together. It is apparently an opportunity to meet several authors and illustrators of books for youth in conjunction with crafts, music, storytelling and other activities. It takes place this Saturday, October 11 at Imaginon from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm. More information can be found at http://www.plcmc. org/novello/. Start: 11:00 am
End: 7:00 pm
www.italian-club-charlotte.org THIS IS A ONE DAY ONLY EVENT so, come bring the family and enjoy a day of Italian culture! Date: Sat. Oct. 11, 2008 Time: 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Location: Charlotte (Uptown) Where: the Wachovia Atrium The Wachovia Atrium bldg. is located in uptown Charlotte near the corner of South Tryon Street and 2nd Street. Parking is available in the Two Wachovia Center Parking Garage. Address: 301 S. Tryon St., Charlotte , NC 28202 Admission: $3.00 for Adults. Children 12 and under, FREE. Event Contact Phone: (704) 614-3822 Start: 12:00 pm
End: 6:00 pm
Latin American Festival Sunday, October 12 The Eighteenth Annual Latin American Festival - one of Charlotte’s signature cultural events- attracts thousands of individuals from our multicultural community to enjoy local, nationally and internationally known musicians, handmade art and crafts, authentic Latin American cuisine, traditional folkloric dance performances and children’s activities and performances- a true cultural experience for all. This year the Latin American Festival is moving to a new location. We are excited to be hosting our 18th annual festival at Symphony Park in South Park. 12:00 - 7:00 pm | ||
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10 / 15
Start: 12:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm
Join us for a park day at Frank Liske Park in Concord at noon. We will gather at the big barn and have some social time. Start: 1:00 pm
End: 2:00 pm
You have to be an ENRICH member to join this girl scout group. We have a Girl Scout troop, combined Brownies and Juniors, meeting at 1pm on the first and third Wednesdays during park day beginning Oct. 1. Meets at Frank Liske Park Contact is Karen Dutton. | ||
10 / 16
Start: 8:00 am
End: 6:00 pm
Check this link for places and times specific to your county.
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10 / 17
Start: 10:00 am
End: 12:00 pm
MEMBERS ONLY------
Please provide feedback regarding the Bost Grist Millfield trip. I am We would hope to set up a tour around 10:00.. on a Friday. Cost depends on how many people attend. I am hoping for 20 Bost Grist Mill Contact is Donna Stockwell Start: 10:00 am
End: 3:00 pm
Insect-igations!
Home School Days are offered on a come-and-go Start: 10:00 am
End: 5:00 pm
Friday the 17th at Pharr Mill Rd park in Harrisburg 10am-5pm AGES: ALL AGES COST: FREE SIGN-UP: NONE REQUIRED THE NC WILDLIFE SENSORY SAFARI EXHIBIT WILL BE COMING TO PHARR MILL PARK. THE EXHIBIT HOUSES A VARIETY OF ANIMALS. VISITORS ARE ENCOURAGED TO TOUCH THE ANIMALS AND FURS WHILE LEARNING MORE ABOUT THE WILDLIFE IN OUR AREA. THE EXHIBIT HAS A BLACK BEAR, A WILD TURKEY, AN ALBINO DEER AND MUCH MORE. SO COME AND VISIT WITH US AT THE SENSORY SAFARI! 4-5pm AGES: 5- 13 YEARS OLD COST: FREE SIGN-UP: NONE REQUIRED WE ARE GOING TO BE EXPLORING WHAT OUR FEATHERED FRIENDS THE OWLS HAD FOR DINNER. THE KID’S WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO EXPLORE OWL PELLETS. WE WILL TAKE TIME TO PULL THEM APART AND SEE WHAT ANIMALS THE OWL HAS EATEN DURING THE NIGHT. KIDS WILL TAKE HOME THEIR FINDS. ALL MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES ARE PROVIDED. The next day (18th) the Wildlife Safari will be at Frank Liske, and that evening there will be a night owl prowl at Frank Liske AGES: ALL AGES COST: FREE SIGN-UP: NONE REQUIRED MEET AT SOCCER COMPLEX MEETING ROOM HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED WHOO IS OUT AT NIGHT PLAYING IN THE PARK? WELL HERE IS YOUR CHANCE TO EXPLORE THE PARK AT NIGHT AND SEE WHOO IS WATCHING US. WE WILL START AT THE SOCCER MEETING ROOM WITH A SHORT EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM ON THE NIGHT LIFE AT THE PARK AND THEN WE WILL LEARN DIFFERENT OWL CALLS. WE WILL THEN HEAD OUT TO THE TRAIL TO PRACTICE OUR HOOTS WHILE HIKING ALONG THE TRAIL. WE WILL BE WATCHING CLOSELY FOR ANY OF OUR NIGHT VISITORS LIKE THE WHITETAIL DEER OR MAYBE A RACCOON OR FOX. SO COME OUT FOR A FUN NIGHT AND LOTS OF HOOTS! Here’s the link to the Cabarrus Parks and Rec calendar Friday the 17th (after the Grist Mill <G>) at Pharr Mill Rd park in Harrisburg---Karen D. 10am-5pm AGES: ALL AGES COST: FREE SIGN-UP: NONE REQUIRED THE NC WILDLIFE SENSORY SAFARI EXHIBIT WILL BE COMING TO PHARR MILL PARK. THE EXHIBIT HOUSES A VARIETY OF ANIMALS. VISITORS ARE ENCOURAGED TO TOUCH THE ANIMALS AND FURS WHILE LEARNING MORE ABOUT THE WILDLIFE IN OUR AREA. THE EXHIBIT HAS A BLACK BEAR, A WILD TURKEY, AN ALBINO DEER AND MUCH MORE. SO COME AND VISIT WITH US AT THE SENSORY SAFARI! 4-5pm AGES: 5- 13 YEARS OLD COST: FREE SIGN-UP: NONE REQUIRED WE ARE GOING TO BE EXPLORING WHAT OUR FEATHERED FRIENDS THE OWLS HAD FOR DINNER. THE KID’S WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO EXPLORE OWL PELLETS. WE WILL TAKE TIME TO PULL THEM APART AND SEE WHAT ANIMALS THE OWL HAS EATEN DURING THE NIGHT. KIDS WILL TAKE HOME THEIR FINDS. ALL MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES ARE PROVIDED. The next day (18th) the Wildlife Safari will be at Frank Liske, and that evening there will be a night owl prowl at Frank Liske AGES: ALL AGES COST: FREE SIGN-UP: NONE REQUIRED MEET AT SOCCER COMPLEX MEETING ROOM HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED WHOO IS OUT AT NIGHT PLAYING IN THE PARK? WELL HERE IS YOUR CHANCE TO EXPLORE THE PARK AT NIGHT AND SEE WHOO IS WATCHING US. WE WILL START AT THE SOCCER MEETING ROOM WITH A SHORT EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM ON THE NIGHT LIFE AT THE PARK AND THEN WE WILL LEARN DIFFERENT OWL CALLS. WE WILL THEN HEAD OUT TO THE TRAIL TO PRACTICE OUR HOOTS WHILE HIKING ALONG THE TRAIL. WE WILL BE WATCHING CLOSELY FOR ANY OF OUR NIGHT VISITORS LIKE THE WHITETAIL DEER OR MAYBE A RACCOON OR FOX. SO COME OUT FOR A FUN NIGHT AND LOTS OF HOOTS! Here’s the link to the Cabarrus Parks and Rec calendar http://cabarruscounty.us/eventscalendar/eventsviewer.aspx?Department=Parks+and+Recreation Start: 12:30 pm
End: 3:00 pm
This Friday is Homeschool Skate day at Frye's Roller Rink on Popular Time: 12:30pm to 3:00pm Cost: $3.00 for regular skates with admission or $5.00 or in-line | ||
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Start: 8:00 am
Start: 10/18/2008 - 08:00
End: 10/19/2008 - 13:00
Dear Students & Parents of our CHARLOTTE Notification List: We would like to announce that Driver's Edge will be conducting a program in the Charlotte Area on the weekend of October 18 & 19, 2008 at Knights Stadium in Fort Mill, SC. In receipt of this e-mail, you are NOT automatically registered for this event. You must REGISTER online at our website (link below). Registration BEGINS Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at 6:00p.m. (Eastern Time). Registration is offered on a FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS. We are not able to guarantee your space in this program, so please sign up as soon as registration begins. We anticipate that this program will fill up very quickly. **Driver's Edge is open to anyone age 21, or younger, and MUST have a valid learner's permit or driver's license in order to participate. ** On Wednesday, September 24 at 6:00P.M. (Eastern Time), you will see Charlotte available for registration on our Tour Schedule & Registration page. Students should only register for ONE DAY & ONE TIME (either 8am OR 1pm). After registering, you will receive an e-mail with all class details approximately 7-10 days PRIOR to the class date. Wednesday, September 24, 2008 (Eastern Time), 6:00p.m. - Register at: Start: 12:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Wildlife Safari will be at Frank Liske (noon to 5 pm), and that evening there will be a night owl prowl at Frank Liske (6 pm to 8 pm) AGES: ALL AGES COST: FREE SIGN-UP: NONE REQUIRED MEET AT SOCCER COMPLEX MEETING ROOM HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED WHOO IS OUT AT NIGHT PLAYING IN THE PARK? WELL HERE IS YOUR CHANCE TO EXPLORE THE PARK AT NIGHT AND SEE WHOO IS WATCHING US. WE WILL START AT THE SOCCER MEETING ROOM WITH A SHORT EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM ON THE NIGHT LIFE AT THE PARK AND THEN WE WILL LEARN DIFFERENT OWL CALLS. WE WILL THEN HEAD OUT TO THE TRAIL TO PRACTICE OUR HOOTS WHILE HIKING ALONG THE TRAIL. WE WILL BE WATCHING CLOSELY FOR ANY OF OUR NIGHT VISITORS LIKE THE WHITETAIL DEER OR MAYBE A RACCOON OR FOX. SO COME OUT FOR A FUN NIGHT AND LOTS OF HOOTS! Here’s the link to the Cabarrus Parks and Rec calendar http://cabarruscounty.us/eventscalendar/eventsviewer.aspx?Department=Parks+and+Recreation | ||
10 / 19
End: 1:00 pm
Start: 10/18/2008 - 08:00
End: 10/19/2008 - 13:00
Dear Students & Parents of our CHARLOTTE Notification List: We would like to announce that Driver's Edge will be conducting a program in the Charlotte Area on the weekend of October 18 & 19, 2008 at Knights Stadium in Fort Mill, SC. In receipt of this e-mail, you are NOT automatically registered for this event. You must REGISTER online at our website (link below). Registration BEGINS Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at 6:00p.m. (Eastern Time). Registration is offered on a FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS. We are not able to guarantee your space in this program, so please sign up as soon as registration begins. We anticipate that this program will fill up very quickly. **Driver's Edge is open to anyone age 21, or younger, and MUST have a valid learner's permit or driver's license in order to participate. ** On Wednesday, September 24 at 6:00P.M. (Eastern Time), you will see Charlotte available for registration on our Tour Schedule & Registration page. Students should only register for ONE DAY & ONE TIME (either 8am OR 1pm). After registering, you will receive an e-mail with all class details approximately 7-10 days PRIOR to the class date. Wednesday, September 24, 2008 (Eastern Time), 6:00p.m. - Register at: | ||
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Start: 7:30 am
End: 2:00 pm
To Register For Class E-Mail clee_jds@bellsouth. net with this information. 1. Student's Name 2. Brith Date ( must be 14 1/2 on day class starts) 3. Phone # Date : October 20-24, 2008 (must be in attendences all 5 days) Location : Grace Bible 8820 Idlewild Rd. Charlotte, NC 28227 Time: 7:30 am-2:00 pm
What to bring to class: 1.Proof from non-public education office 2.Brith Certificate 3.Paper and Pencil 4.Bag lunch and drink Thanks, Charles Lee Mgr. JDS 704-779-9253 Start: 6:30 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Getting Started using Spell to Write & Read? Let Misty Spinelli and Shelley Hurley help guide you through this acclaimed These sessions are spread out over 3 weeks to allow you the opportunity to go 2 Opportunities THIS October! Spell to Write & Read Help Sessions will be held at Cost: $80 | ||
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Start: 6:30 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Getting Started using Spell to Write & Read? Let Misty Spinelli and Shelley Hurley help guide you through this acclaimed These sessions are spread out over 3 weeks to allow you the opportunity to go 2 Opportunities THIS October! Spell to Write & Read Help Sessions will be held at Cost: $80 Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
http://www.seagull-seafarer.org/
Camp Nights are fun gatherings all over the country that feature our new Camp DVD, comments from campers and staff and exciting door prizes. They give you a chance to get all your Camp questions answered and have some fun! Charlotte, NC
Info above from website. End time of meeting unknown. A guess was made on the ENRICH calendar since an end time was required for submitting an entry. - Adael | ||
10 / 22
Start: 12:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm
Join us for a park day at Frank Liske Park in Concord at noon. We will gather at the big barn and have some social time. Start: 3:00 pm
End: 4:30 pm
Open to all homeschoolers------
More details to follow................
contact Donna Stockwell
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10 / 23
Start: 8:00 am
End: 7:00 pm
MEMBERS ONLY----------------------------- Hi all , I am planning a field trip to the science museum in Raleigh Thurs.oct. 23. We have alot of things we can see while we are right there in Raleigh .I need to know how many would like to come. I need a head count if it is over 10 we have to make reservations. Things to do : Science Museum History Museum Capital Building Governor's Mansion The Capital and Governors Mansion is only open on Thurs. afternoon. and Fri. mornings at 10:00 all these things are free ! so lets go to Raleigh. Please R.S.V.P nuts4zbeach@yahoo.com by Aug 16 th just so I can give them a head count before they fill up. If you commit now I will take another head count 2 weeks before field trip to see if we have anyone not able to come.I can take numbers off but I cannot add to my group . Thanks so much Teresa | ||
10 / 24
Start: 12:00 am
End: 11:59 pm
> What better way to learn about the voting process than to walk through it? We will hold a MOCK ELECTION for all area Start: 2:17 am
2008 McGill Rose Garden Princess The Rose Princess is someone entrusted to convey the McGill legacy by passing down her knowledge of the garden to future princesses. All princesses are invited to the Royal Boutique for a makeover by the experts from Club Libby Lu before the induction ceremony. Each princess is to be inducted by Queen Joy McGill. Everyone will enjoy a royal tea party including a snack and fun royal activities. Event Information: Participants must be between the ages of 4 and 9 years old and accompanied by an adult. $25 Entry Fee Saturday Rain delay: Event time-line: Please contact Nancy Taylor for registration and volunteer information: Dead-line for entry is October 24, 2008. All proceeds benefit the McGill Rose Garden, a non-profit organization. Sponsored by: Tuscan Development Special thanks to: and Party Reflections Sponsor a Princess *Please designate your donations to "2008 McGill Rose Princess Donation" Start: 9:30 am
End: 1:00 pm
Autumn Harvest It's Fall on the Plantation! Press cider, shell corn, and learn how the cotton gin revolutionized farming in the South. Experience the fun of a corn shucking party, and team up with friends and family to see who can pick the most cotton. From the fall harvest to the busy preparations of springtime, our new Homeschool History series follows the rhythm of the seasons on the 1780s farm and 1840s plantation.Demonstrations and hands-on activities bring the past to life. Families are free to explore the historic site and participate in activities at their own pace. Participants who attend all four Homeschool Days will receive a certificate of recognition. In order to better serve homeschool families with offerings throughout the year, this series replaces our annual Homeschool History Day. Schedule is subject to change.General Information
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End: 4:00 pm
When: Friday 10/25/08 Where: Grayson Skate Park 750 Beal Street Charlotte 28211 704-365-1265 Time: Noon to 4PM Cost: Park admission $2 County $4 Non-County Requirements: Helmet, knee and elbow pads a must prior to entry. A notarized liability waiver, you can access the form at www.parkandrec. com , last year they required a copy of your orange card to prove you were a home school students. Some public school students were skipping class and saying they were home schooled. I assume the rules are the same this year. Informal class taught by McKenzie Milam, lots of skateboarding fun. You can also do inline skates with the boards. There is a nice playground, pic nic tables with shelter, bleachers and basketball court right beside the skating area. Bring a cooler with snacks and drinks, there are vending machines and restrooms there for our use. Send me an email at milam3@carolina. rr.com if you plan to attend or have any questions. Thanks, Lynn Milam Start: 3:00 pm
Start: 10/24/2008 - 15:00
End: 10/26/2008 - 18:00
October 24th, 3pm to 10pm 25th, 7 am to 9 pm 26th, 7 am to 6 pm www.carolina balloonfest. com/
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 10:00 pm
October 24-25, 2008 7-10pm
Come one, come all (if you dare), for a historic Ghost Walk through the grounds here at Latta! Join us October 24th and 25th to venture into the past's dark depths. You'll walk over grounds still visited by the undead & through grisly scenes. Groups will move quickly, so you won't want to get left behind inthe dark. Who knows what's out there! Admission is $7 per person. Small children are not recommended. Historic Latta Plantation is funded in part by an annual operating grant from the Arts and Science Council of Charlotte. Historic Latta Plantation is also funded in part by an annual operating grant from Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation.
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Start: 10/24/2008 - 15:00
End: 10/26/2008 - 18:00
October 24th, 3pm to 10pm 25th, 7 am to 9 pm 26th, 7 am to 6 pm www.carolina balloonfest. com/
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 10:00 pm
October 24-25, 2008 7-10pm
Come one, come all (if you dare), for a historic Ghost Walk through the grounds here at Latta! Join us October 24th and 25th to venture into the past's dark depths. You'll walk over grounds still visited by the undead & through grisly scenes. Groups will move quickly, so you won't want to get left behind inthe dark. Who knows what's out there! Admission is $7 per person. Small children are not recommended. Historic Latta Plantation is funded in part by an annual operating grant from the Arts and Science Council of Charlotte. Historic Latta Plantation is also funded in part by an annual operating grant from Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation. | ||
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Start: 10/24/2008 - 15:00
End: 10/26/2008 - 18:00
October 24th, 3pm to 10pm 25th, 7 am to 9 pm 26th, 7 am to 6 pm www.carolina balloonfest. com/
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10 / 29
Start: 10:30 am
End: 2:00 pm
> What better way to learn about the voting process than to walk through it? We will hold a MOCK ELECTION for all area | ||
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10 / 31
Start: 6:30 pm
End: 8:30 pm
Our church is having our Fall Festival again this year. Several of us went last year and the kids had fun. It will have a Christian atmosphere FYI. Our church is First Assembly in Concord. They will have the festival in the parking lot near Big Lots. I'm pretty sure it starts around 6:30 or 7:00.
Elise Note: Since we didn't have an exact time, I used the earliest beginning time, and guessed about the end. Adael | ||
