Courtesy Victoria Taylor, CharlotteLaw Faculty… “Staying Ahead Carolina Provides you with a lot to celebrate in the Queen City.” Below are their favorite picks for the month of September, including Circulation Manager, Kim Allman’s pick.
Saturday, September 5 through Sunday, September 6
The 4th Annual Charlotte Literary Festival
Looking for a nice setting to entertain out of town guests or perhaps spend quality time with friends and family this weekend… You can head to the intersection of 36th and N. Davidson Street, in the heart of NoDa. There will be something for everyone…including an onsite CARNIVAL!!!. Only at the Charlotte Literary Festival will you find fun, education, diversity and inspiration tied up in one event!!! Get your free tickets from RealEyes Bookstore for outdoor events. There will be also some indoor events offered at a nominal fee, from health workshops to political and financial panels. For more information, call (704) 377-8989.
Saturday, September 5 through Sunday, September 6
The 15th Annual Festival of India
At the Belk Theater, The India Assn of Charlotte sponsors an exhibition of Indian culture and a wonderful opportunity to experience Indian cuisine, art and have fun at the festival in a carnival style atmosphere. September 5 and 6 there are a multitude of dances – classical and folk, exhibits, hand painting, art displays inside the Belk theater and a variety of Indian food and cultural performances on Tryon street.
The admission is only $5 and children under 10 are admitted free of charge.
What’s Happening in the Queen City tips and highlights are provided by Sabrina Brown, Broker/Realtor, Helen Adams Realty. Facebook subscribers may share their insights regarding these and other venues at the Staying Ahead Carolina page or posting at http://blog.stayingaheadcarolina.com.
Kim’s Pick: YIASOU GREEK FESTIVAL TO BE HELD SEPTEMBER 10-13, 2009
Welcome to the 32nd annual Yiasou Greek Festival! Greek dancing, cultural exhibits, wine tasting, pastries, Greek food, art and shopping are just a few of the highlights featured at this year’s Greek festival.
The Yiasou Festival has been honored to receive several local awards over the recent years as well as having been featured as a travel destination on VisitCharlotte.com and Wikitravel:
- Best International Festival – Best of the Best by Charlotte Magazine in 2009 and 2005
- elevate LIFESTYLE Award- 2009
- The Best of Charlotte Award for Best Festival in 2004 – Creative Loafing
- One of Charlotte’s Best Festivals in 2003 by Charlotte Observer readers
- Best Ethnic Festival of 2004, 2003, and 2000 – Creative Loafing
- Best Ethnic Festival of 1999 – Charlotte Magazine
Featured attractions this year include from their 2009 Press Release:
- Palace Guards
- Choral Performance
- Classical Greek Culture Lectures
- “Agora” Open-air Market–Shop the outdoor market in the tradition of our ancient Greek families at the base of the Acropolis called the Agora. Purchase fine jewelry, crafts, gifts and much more.
-Liz McCurry-
