Community Events

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Help children learn to read by donating books JAN 13 - 26

Join us FEB 8 for our annual event on the waterfront to benefit the Lake Norman community

Shop and consign kids clothing, shoes, toys, books, baby gear and more.

If you’re looking for a way to maximize your CEC experience with networking, skill development and expert coaching, join us for Y University hosted by the YMCA of Greater Charlotte.

In Uptown Charlotte | MLK Boulevard and Tryon Street A Charlotte Tradition for over 40 Years

Compete in our annual golf tournament to benefit kids and families who need us most.

Perfect for runners and walkers of all levels and ages – beginner to expert

Swim, Bike, Run

Race With Purpose

Overcoming Obstacles to Change Lives

Fun, healthy 5K run for the whole family!

SEPTEMBER 4-7: Camp Harrison Retreats allow families to unplug and spend time together. Camp Harrison staff handles all of the activity planning and meals, which gives families the freedom to relax, socialize, and grow closer together, while enjoying all of the exciting programs Camp Harrison has to offer!

MAY 22-25: Camp Harrison Retreats allow families to unplug and spend time together. Camp Harrison staff handles all of the activity planning and meals, which gives families the freedom to relax, socialize, and grow closer together, while enjoying all of the exciting programs Camp Harrison has to offer!

AUGUST 16-19: Camp Harrison Retreats allow families to unplug and spend time together. Camp Harrison staff handles all of the activity planning and meals, which gives families the freedom to relax, socialize, and grow closer together, while enjoying all of the exciting programs Camp Harrison has to offer!

Saturday May 9th: 12-4pm. Come explore all that Camp Harrison has to offer and get a taste of what it is like to spend a week with us during the summer! Lunch will be provided at noon in our Dining Hall followed by activities and campus tours from 1-4PM. The following activities will be available: zip line, climbing wall, mountain bounce, gagaball, target sports, boating (weather-permitting), hiking (on your own) and more. In addition, JUMP! of Boone will bring out their inflatables for even more family-friendly fun!

Come explore all that Camp Harrison has to offer and get a taste of what it is like to spend a week with us during the summer! Lunch will be provided at noon in our Dining Hall followed by activities and campus tours from 1-4PM. The following activities will be available: zip line, climbing wall, mountain bounce, gagaball, target sports, boating (weather-permitting), hiking (on your own) and more!

Location: Olde Mecklenburg Brewery Details: Join us for this family-friendly event at the Olde Mecklenburg Brewery led by our Camp Harrison team! This is a great opportunity to spend some time with your family and to connect with Camp Harrison staff, alumni and campers. In addition, our new Executive Director, Michael Landry, will be there, so stop by and say, “Hello,” and join our team in welcoming him. Hors de’ oeuvres will be provided, along with a cash bar. Trivia winners will score some great prizes!

The Ballantyne Theatre Jr. Production Company (2nd-5th grade cast) provides an intensive theatre training and performance program for youth interested in the craft of acting, musical theatre and performance. Students develop theatre technique and vocabulary with eight intensive class workshops and then apply their knowledge by auditioning, rehearsing and performing a show. Classes conclude with a professionally supported production applying the techniques studied in class! Each year features new productions! This year’s musical production is, you’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown! You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown (Revised) is a fresh approach to the all-time 1967 classic, based on the beloved comic strip by Charles Schulz. Sally Brown joins Charlie Brown and the Peanut gang in this charming production that delights all ages!

The Ballantyne Theatre Teen Production Company (6th-12th grade cast) provides an intensive theatre training and performance program for youth interested in the craft of acting, musical theatre and performance. Students develop theatre technique and vocabulary with eight intensive class workshops and then apply their knowledge by auditioning, rehearsing and performing a show. Classes conclude with a professionally supported production applying the techniques studied in class! Production Companies Fill on a First Come, First Served Basis – Space is Limited! This year’s musical production is Mamma Mia! ABBA's hits tell the hilarious story of a young woman's search for her birth father. This sunny and funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter's quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men back to the island they last visited 20 years ago. The storytelling magic of ABBA's timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship, creating an unforgettable show!

Check out the Morrison Family YMCA Children's Academy Preschool during our OPEN HOUSE days. Every Wednesday in January you can drop by the Teen Center anytime during 9:30-11:00AM, to learn about the program, tour classrooms, see curriculum samples and have any questions answered by our staff. The Children's Academy offers quality hands on preschool programs for ages 18 months to 5 years. Preschool registration for the 2020-2021 school year begins February 1 for YMCA members.

"Not sure if your family is ready for a Camp experience? Join us for a walking tour of our 100-acre property, and a dive into what Summer Camp at Camp Thunderbird is all about! Whether you are thinking about registering for Day Camp or Overnight Camp, we are here to answer all of your questions and give you the reassurance that being at Camp is truly a magical experience.”

Teen Yoga is a free class designed for those in grades 6-12 to encourage exercise and wellness at this age. This class incorporates yoga postures, breathing exercises and a mind focus to improve balance, strength and flexibility. Restorative breathing exercises and final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Some professional athletes use yoga regularly and understand its myriad benefits, both physical and mental.

Bring your pinewood derby cars to the Y-Guides 500. This is a free event for all Y-Guides members. Cars will be awarded for most creative, Fastest Qualifier and Fastest Overall. If you need the rules on how to make your car please email Branden Chesser

Join our Wellness Specialist to explore how good nutrition leads to better health.

Y-Guides builds the Father/Child relationship making memories together that last a lifetime. If you have a child ages 5-8 years old, join the Y-Guides Directors at this informational session at Lake Norman YMCA.

Check out the Morrison Family YMCA Children's Academy Preschool during our OPEN HOUSE days. Every Wednesday in January you can drop by the Teen Center anytime during 9:30-11:00AM, to learn about the program, tour classrooms, see curriculum samples and have any questions answered by our staff. The Children's Academy offers quality hands on preschool programs for ages 18 months to 5 years. Preschool registration for the 2020-2021 school year begins February 1 for YMCA members.

Y-Guides builds the Father/Child relationship making memories together that last a lifetime. If you have a child ages 5-8 years old, join the Y-Guides Directors at this informational session at Harris YMCA

You'll want to bring the entire family for this exciting performance presented by the Ballantyne Arts Center and Ballantyne Elementary Drama Club. In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home - and her fins - behind and live in the world above. But first, she'll have to defy her father, King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, and convince the handsome Prince Eric that she's the girl whose enchanting voice he's been seeking. Click purchase tickets to view show times.

AUDITIONS - FEBRUARY 1 | PERFORMANCES - MARCH 20-22 | CASTING GRADES 2ND-12TH | A child's intense world of playfulness, loyalty, adventure and betrayal comes to life! Mowgli, the human child, grows up in the jungle, raised by wolves under the guidance of Baloo the bear. The tiger, Sherakhan, killed his parents and wants the boy's flesh, but Bagheera, the lone panther, protects him. Mowgli grows up wild and unconcerned, believing he's a wolf; but the tiger works long and hard to poison the wolf pack against him. With rope stolen from the human village, Mowgli meets and destroys Sherakhan; but his use of "manthing" has broken jungle law. Mowgli must choose whether to defy the law or leave the jungle forever.

Come together in the kitchen and join us for breakfast! A professional instructor will lead families in an engaging cooking experience that concludes with sitting down at the table to enjoy new recipes that you created together. Classes occur the first and third Saturdays of each month.

Teen Yoga is a free class designed for those in grades 6-12 to encourage exercise and wellness at this age. This class incorporates yoga postures, breathing exercises and a mind focus to improve balance, strength and flexibility. Restorative breathing exercises and final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Some professional athletes use yoga regularly and understand its myriad benefits, both physical and mental.

Teen Yoga is a free class designed for those in grades 6-12 to encourage exercise and wellness at this age. This class incorporates yoga postures, breathing exercises and a mind focus to improve balance, strength and flexibility. Restorative breathing exercises and final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Some professional athletes use yoga regularly and understand its myriad benefits, both physical and mental.

Come together in the kitchen and join us for breakfast! A professional instructor will lead families in an engaging cooking experience that concludes with sitting down at the table to enjoy new recipes that you created together. Classes occur the first and third Saturdays of each month.

"Not sure if your family is ready for a Camp experience? Join us for a walking tour of our 100-acre property, and a dive into what Summer Camp at Camp Thunderbird is all about! Whether you are thinking about registering for Day Camp or Overnight Camp, we are here to answer all of your questions and give you the reassurance that being at Camp is truly a magical experience.”

Teen Yoga is a free class designed for those in grades 6-12 to encourage exercise and wellness at this age. This class incorporates yoga postures, breathing exercises and a mind focus to improve balance, strength and flexibility. Restorative breathing exercises and final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Some professional athletes use yoga regularly and understand its myriad benefits, both physical and mental.

Come join us for our first Family Fun Day of 2020! Engage in some winter fun by sipping on some hot chocolate, jumping on our nature trails for a family hike, or climbing to our peaks on our high ropes courses. Register today at the Sales and Service desk at the Brace Family YMCA!

Teen Yoga is a free class designed for those in grades 6-12 to encourage exercise and wellness at this age. This class incorporates yoga postures, breathing exercises and a mind focus to improve balance, strength and flexibility. Restorative breathing exercises and final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Some professional athletes use yoga regularly and understand its myriad benefits, both physical and mental.

Join us as we "expand the canopy" of trees in Charlotte! The Hemby Program Center is partnering with TreesCharlotte to wrap 1,000 tree seedlings to plant in our city. This is a FREE event with activities for all ages, including the moon bounce, archery, fishing and more!

Teen Yoga is a free class designed for those in grades 6-12 to encourage exercise and wellness at this age. This class incorporates yoga postures, breathing exercises and a mind focus to improve balance, strength and flexibility. Restorative breathing exercises and final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Some professional athletes use yoga regularly and understand its myriad benefits, both physical and mental.

Come together in the kitchen and join us for breakfast! A professional instructor will lead families in an engaging cooking experience that concludes with sitting down at the table to enjoy new recipes that you created together. Classes occur the first and third Saturdays of each month.

Teen Yoga is a free class designed for those in grades 6-12 to encourage exercise and wellness at this age. This class incorporates yoga postures, breathing exercises and a mind focus to improve balance, strength and flexibility. Restorative breathing exercises and final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Some professional athletes use yoga regularly and understand its myriad benefits, both physical and mental.

Teen Yoga is a free class designed for those in grades 6-12 to encourage exercise and wellness at this age. This class incorporates yoga postures, breathing exercises and a mind focus to improve balance, strength and flexibility. Restorative breathing exercises and final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Some professional athletes use yoga regularly and understand its myriad benefits, both physical and mental.

A child's intense world of playfulness, loyalty, adventure and betrayal comes to life! Mowgli, the human child, grows up in the jungle, raised by wolves under the guidance of Baloo the bear. The tiger, Sherakhan, killed his parents and wants the boy's flesh, but Bagheera, the lone panther, protects him. Mowgli grows up wild and unconcerned, believing he's a wolf; but the tiger works long and hard to poison the wolf pack against him. With rope stolen from the human village, Mowgli meets and destroys Sherakhan; but his use of "manthing" has broken jungle law. Mowgli must choose whether to defy the law or leave the jungle forever.

Come together in the kitchen and join us for breakfast! A professional instructor will lead families in an engaging cooking experience that concludes with sitting down at the table to enjoy new recipes that you created together. Classes occur the first and third Saturdays of each month.

Teen Yoga is a free class designed for those in grades 6-12 to encourage exercise and wellness at this age. This class incorporates yoga postures, breathing exercises and a mind focus to improve balance, strength and flexibility. Restorative breathing exercises and final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Some professional athletes use yoga regularly and understand its myriad benefits, both physical and mental.