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MINT HILL – Paige McKinney is a connector. The Mint Hill Chamber of Commerce has started many new programs, such as a cornhole tourna- McKinney ment and pop-up Christmas shop, over her 15 months as executive director.
But perhaps McKinney's most enduring contribution is her work strengthening connections in the community. “I'm of the mindset that we're all better together,” McKinney said. She is especially proud of the relationship the chamber has with town hall. The chamber held its Business After Hours networking event Nov. 29 at Hawthorne's Pizza, so members could walk over as a group to the town's Christmas tree lighting. The chamber also launched a busi-
ness leadership award in honor of longtime town commissioner Tina Ross. She's developed relationships with Rocky River, Independence and Queens Grant high schools by starting a junior ambassador program. The group meets monthly at town hall for projects such as stuffing gift bags for senior citizens. McKinney also started an internship program with UNC Charlotte. She works with two students every semester, exposing them to non-
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Wintery mix Snow, sleet or freezing rain is expected to hit the Charlotte region this weekend, which could prompt cancellations and delays of happenings around town. You may want to verify events with organizers. The Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts continues presenting “Miracle on 34th Street” Dec. 7, 8 and 9. You may recognize familiar faces like Glynis Bergsma Robbins, Lillian Crowley and Ryan Dunn.
Television The John Family, of Charlotte, will be featured in an encore presentation of “Family Feud” on Dec. 10.
Theater There aren't many wide releases this week, which could mean a third consecutive week atop the box office for “Ralph Breaks the Internet.”
Streaming A boy raised by computed-animated wolves heads back to live with human villagers in this live action Netflix film, “Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle.” Christian Bale, Cate Blanchett and Benedict Cumberbatch star in this adaptation of “The Jungle Book.”
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Covenant Day junior point guard Jacob Dahlberg drives to the basket for two of his 10 points in the Lions’ 56-55 overtime win at Charlotte Catholic. The win broke a string of 20 consecutive road losses and matched Covenant Day’s win total from last season. Andrew Stark/MMHW photo
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MATTHEWS – Covenant Day boys basketball coach Marty Parrish knows what it’s going to take to raise his program’s success level and on Nov. 29 it all came to fruition before his eyes. The Lions had won three games in the 2016-17 season before Parrish arrived. Last season was Parrish’s first, but the Lions again struggled with personnel and competing in the CISAA, which is among the state’s top private school conferences. They again won just three games and lost them mostly in blowout fashion. Only one defeat was less than double figures. Six seniors and last season’s leading scorer are gone (from the 2017-18 Lions), but it’s been addition by
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subtraction so far. Parrish said he’s gotten his team to compete everyday in practice, the first of four steps in a mantra an old coach once told him was the secret to consistently winning. The second step is winning games at home and the Lions have done that, beating Arborbrook Christian (62-60) and Combine Academy (72-69) in close games. But on Nov. 29 the Lions traveled to Charlotte Catholic, a team that won the NCHSAA title just four years ago and one coming off a 25-win season, albeit with a different roster. And Covenant Day was 0-11 in road games under Parrish and had lost 20 straight away from home
MINT HILL – One name continued to pop up as members of the Mint Hill Chamber of Commerce sifted through nominations for the inaugural Tina Ross Business Leadership Award. Her name was Kim Rhodarmer. Rhodarmer worked as a school social worker and juvenile court counselor before serving as executive director of the Matthews HELP Center from 2009 to 2014. She then founded Servant's Heart of Mint Hill in 2016. The charity operates a community boutique that runs on clothing donations and benefits assistance programs such as an emergency food pantry and Christmas donations. Ken Manchester Jr., of Manchester
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Kim Rhodarmer (center) received the Tina Ross Business Leadership Award from Tina's husband, Tom Duke, and Paige McKinney, executive director for the Mint Hill Chamber of Commerce. Photo courtesy of Mint Hill Chamber
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profits, business and event planning. More women continue to get involved in the chamber thanks to special events. They meet on the third Tuesday of each month for breakfast, networking and the opportunity to learn from a speaker. “People say all the time we're a very friendly and welcoming chamber,” McKinney said. “We're very happy about that. People get a lot of
ACC mascots visit Crown Point Elementary to promote reading CHARLOTTE – Students from three schools enjoyed a high-energy literacy pep rally with ACC mascots Nov. 30 at Crown Point Elementary, thanks to the ACC’s five-year partnership with United Way of Central Carolinas to promote reading. Students logged more than 200,000 pages read for three weeks this fall during the ACC United Way Reading Challenge. The top readers from Clear Creek, Crown Point and Landsdowne elementary schools got to attend and were recognized at the Dr Pepper ACC Football Championship Game on Dec. 1 at Bank of America Stadium. Amy Yakola, executive associate commissioner for the ACC, read “The Book with No Pictures” to the students as the mascots acted the story out. She also presented $1,000 gift cards
to each school's principal. “Partnering with an organization like the ACC helps bring greater community awareness to United Way’s work,” Chief Development Officer Clint Hill said. “We’re fortunate to partner with the ACC, which is comprised of the very colleges where many of our youth will aspire to attend after graduation.”
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Brace Family YMCA finishes $1.75M renovation MATTHEWS – The Brace Family YMCA completed its $1.75 million, two-year facility renovation in October. The third phase of the renovation included upgrades to the adult locker rooms, sauna and steam rooms and a refreshed Mindbody studio with new programmatic offerings like hot yoga. Prior phases included a new lobby and community area, expanded fitness spaces, new equipment, functional training space and cycle studio. The branch, which opened in 1998, serves at least 21,000 people annually. “The Brace Family YMCA brings together a diverse group of people every day in search of physical, mental and spiritual health,” Executive Director Ben Pinegar said. “We take seriously our role as the community’s hub of activity and wellness, and this renovation represents our unwavering commitment to providing the best for our community.”
Carolers visit Carillon Assisted Living CHARLOTTE – The Holiday Singers, a Victorian Christmas caroling group, performed free concerts Dec. 1 at several Carillon Assisted Living communities, including the Mint Hill location on Margaret Wallace Road. Donations were raised during the events to benefit local charities, including Servant's Heart of Mint Hill. The caroling concerts are part of a companywide effort to welcome families and friends to Carillon’s communities for a fun, festive celebration featuring Christmas traditions. “Our Carillon Christmas concert is a way to bring people together around the very traditions that unite us at the holiday season, and in effect, all year long,” President and CEO
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Thankful to help a cat find its way by Jim Cotton Contributor
As I left the house for my afternoon walk on the Four Mile Creek Greenway, it was still damp and chilly from the morning rain. I got on the greenway at South Trade and headed the 2.1 miles over to East John. As I passed the Matthews maintenance building, I heard what sounded like a bird call. I headed down the slight incline to the bridge crossing the creek and saw a large gray cat sitting in the middle of the bridge making these sounds. As I approached the cat, I could see it was also shaking, in distress. I attempted to pet it and it brought up its paws in defense. Clearly something was wrong, but I was afraid to do anything and hoping it would head toward the nearby Clearbrook Drive neighborhood. I continued my walk toward East John thinking all the way about the cat. I passed Squirrel Lake and continued. I walked another five minutes and then just had to go back to check on the cat. As I walked back, I decided I would pick it up somehow and take it to the fire station or put it on Clearbrook Drive. Upon approaching the bridge, there were two women, one with a carriage, and I asked them about the cat. They did not know who it belonged to but could see it
was in distress. I then walked over to the cat and picked it up with difficulty since it shrieked and squirmed. I took it away from the creek and put it down on the path to Clearbrook Drive. I then called 911 and got a quick answer. I reported the events and was forwarded to the Matthews Police. They assured me they would be out to get the cat. The two women agreed they would stand by until someone came. I headed home and about an hour later got a call from the police who said they had the cat. Also, they wanted to know if I had touched the cat since it appeared the cat had rabies. It was cold and I had on a heavy coat and ski gloves so I never actually touched the cat. The next day, I got a call from an epidemiologist with Matthews Police to further verify I hadn’t touched the cat. And finally, the following day, I got another call from the police informing me that the cat did not have rabies. This event has weighed on my mind as I think how many distressed people we all know but also it reminded me of the many helping hands that we have in this country. At this time of year, you can hear or read about all organizations and individuals doing something to help others. I helped one gray cat, because that’s who we are, and I’m thankful to be able to help.
exposure and connections.” Making connections is one way the chamber tries to be good stewards of members' investments. Part of that is encouraging the community not only to love Mint Hill but also consider shopping local.
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Auto and Tire of Mint Hill, decided to donate toys collected at his auto repair shop through Dec. 19 to Servant’s Heart of Mint Hill due to the charity's reputation. “Kim and her staff are exactly the kind of people you want to work with,” Manchester said. “She cares about this community and has the skills and education to make it happen.” Paige McKinney, executive director of the Mint Hill Chamber of Commerce, said Rhodarmer, like Ross, has the best interest of Mint Hill and its residents at heart. “She just exudes a love for the community,” McKinney said. Picking the right person was important to McKinney and the nominating committee. Ross was a longtime school teacher and public servant that lost her battle with cancer earlier this year. She played a role in the success of many businesses. “Tina would always research the facts,” McKinney said. “Even if you didn't like
Karen Moriarty said. “And it is so important to center those festivities around our seniors, because they are the ones who taught us to honor those Christmas traditions and to pass them on to our children.”
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Participate in the MLK Holiday Uptown Parade CHARLOTTE – Organizers of the 2019 Atrium Health MLK Holiday Uptown Parade are registering organizations that would like to participate in the Jan. 19 event. More than 100 community groups, marching bands, and step and drill teams are expected to march. Register by Dec. 7. Nominations are being accepted for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Medallion Award, presented annually by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Community Relations Committee. The award is given to a Charlotte-Mecklenburg resident who exemplifies the ideals of Dr. King. Nominees will be accepted until Jan. 7. Visit www.mlk.charlottenc.gov for details.
“I'm very proud of the work the chamber is doing in growing and connecting our community,” McKinney said. “I'm very proud of our board of directors and all they do to move the mission of the chamber forward.” Want to know more? The Mint Hill Chamber of Commerce is located at 7900 Matthews-Mint Hill Road. Call 704-573-8282 for details.
the outcome, she researched her facts. She would praise me when I deserved it. And she would correct me when I deserved it.” Losing Ross to cancer left a void not just for McKinney, but also other chamber members. McKinney kept hearing over and over how much people missed Ross, as well as her research, honesty and wanting to move Mint Hill forward. The chamber recognized Rhodarmer with the award during the annual membership meeting a few weeks ago at Pine Lake Country Club. She was among friends and family near and dear to Ross. “Tina set a standard of commitment to this community that can only be admired,” Rhodarmer said. “Receiving this award is an honor I will cherish for the rest of my life.” Want to know more? Servant's Heart of Mint Hill is located at 9229 Lawyers Road, Mint Hill. Visit www. servantsheart.org for details.
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dating back to Jan. 29, 2016 at Charlotte Latin. But it was the Lions who came out of the gates the more composed team. They hung with the Cougars through the first quarter and turned an 18-2 second quarter run into a surprising 30-15 halftime lead. With every shot that fell, the Lions' confidence soared, but it wouldn’t last. Charlotte Catholic opened the third quarter with a 14-5 spurt that trimmed that lead to six. The lead stayed single digits throughout the fourth quarter, but Kevin McArdle had a good look at a corner 3-pointer that would have won the game for Catholic at the buzzer, but instead sent it into overtime. Catholic took its first lead since going up 13-12 early after two McArdle’s free throws put the Cougars ahead 51-50. But the Lions would regain their composure again, eventually winning a huge game for their program, 56-55. Landen King, who had scored 11 first half points off the bench and ended with a game-high 20, scored six of the Lions eight points in the decisive overtime. Parrish said he wasn’t sure his team would react after Catholic retook the lead, but was ecstatic how it all unfolded. “I didn’t know how they’d respond,” he said. “It’s one of those things that scares you to death because you played so well in the first half and you’re kind of waiting on the other shoe to drop. And then it dropped.” There are many reasons for their success, starting at point guard. Junior Jacob Dahlberg started last season, averaging about seven points per game, but 1.6
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Senior guard Caleb Ross (13) looks for a lane to drive in Covenant Day’s 56-55 overtime win over Charlotte Catholic Nov. 27. It was the first road win in 11 tries for the Lions under second-year coach Marty Parrish, who has Covenant Day 3-2 this season. Andrew Stark/MMHW photo
turnovers against 1.1 assists. This season, Dahlberg is averaging 12 points, five rebounds, four steals and two assists. He’s still averaging a pair of turnovers, but the ball never comes out of his hands. Against Catholic, Dahlberg scored 10 points, but played outstanding defense, ran the team to perfection and never came off the court. “He’s solid and I think he played every minute out there,” Parrish said. “I don’t think we took him out, and that’s tough because I know he got tired.” Another of Dahlberg’s many strengths is his communication, which comes in handy with Hamidou Sidibe, a super athletic 6-4 junior who leads the Lions with 14.5 points and had 11 points against Catholic. Sidibe was born in France to Senegalese parents and came to Covenant Day last August. He’s a little raw, but he’s been a big addition and helped defensively by Dahlberg, who is like a second coach on the floor. “He’s a great student and
a great athlete, but he’s still kind of learning the team game a little bit,” Parrish said of Sidibe. “The way they play over there is almost like oneon-one-on-one” Getting better fast fits what the Lions are doing. Sidibe and Dahlberg are consistent leaders who will be there all year. King averaged 1.7 points last year, but is lighting it up this season off the bench. Caleb Ross (4.7 points) has remained a starter and is playing well while Wyatt Kelada averages six points and four rebounds after scoring about a point per game as a reserve last year. Sophomore Brit Anderson averages about nine points per game and is also much improved with the additional playing time he’s been getting. John Ward gets some action at guard, the the Lions rotation is set and the results are paying off. Now, after the biggest road win this program has had in at least four seasons, Parrish is hoping his team is ready to take the third step – con-
sistently winning on the road – of his four-step plan to winning. “The hope is that it’s our first lesson in how to win,” he said. “Now the hope is we got a taste of it. Maybe we can start to recognize earlier what contributes to a loss or a win, but we haven’t done it before.” The fourth step, Parrish said, is winning playoff games. He knows that’s down the road, but he also knows this team is different. They’re talented and with each of the four 3-pointers King hit off the bench he gained confidence. They all did, pulling off a huge upset on the road. Now they have to sustain it. Parrish thinks they can, but it’s going to take some patience and a little time. “We’d like to get more consistent, hold on to that 30-15 (first half lead against Catholic) a little while longer, not go to overtime,” he said. “We could have made it cleaner, but they’re coming from a culture which isn’t used to winning or expecting to win so it’s a lot of firsts for them.”
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Soledad O'Brien to headline YMCA's MLK breakfast CHARLOTTE – Soledad O’Brien, a journalist, documentarian and philanthropist, will be the keynote speaker at the YMCA of Greater Charlotte's 25th annual MLK Holiday Breakfast. O'Brien hosts the Sunday morning syndicated show, “Matter of Fact with Soledad O’Brien.” She has championed diversity through her Emmy-winning reporting and acclaimed documentary series, “Black in America” and “Latino in America.” She also reports for “PBS NewsHour” and “HBO Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel.” O'Brien founded PowHERful, a foundation that mentors and funds college tuition and expenses for young women. “For 25 years, this breakfast has gathered Charlotteans in celebration of diversity and Dr. King’s legacy,” said Dena Paulding, McCrorey YMCA executive director. “We are thrilled to hear from Soledad O’Brien this year as we consider how individuals and organizations can take active roles in creating an inclusive community.”
The event takes place 8 to 9:30 a.m. Jan. 19 at the Charlotte Convention Center. Tickets are available for purchase at the McCrorey YMCA. Proceeds from the breakfast will go toward youth programs.
Church offers candlelight Christmas Eve services CHARLOTTE – Senior Pastor John Munro will present a special message on the transforming peace and eternal hope of the Lord Jesus Christ during a Christmas Eve service at Calvary Church. The service, “The Coming of the Savior,” will feature traditional carols and contemporary songs led by the Calvary choirs, band and orchestra, with the added beauty of candlelight. Everyone is welcome at 4, 6 and 8 p.m. Dec. 24 at the church, 5801 Pineville-Matthews Road. Nursery for up to age 3 will be provided at 4 and 6 p.m. ASL interpretation, as well as Spanish, Chinese and Russian translation, will be available at 6 p.m. Visit www.calvarychurch.com/christmas for details.
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y parents grew up during the Great Depression. When my father was 12 years old, he worked for a butcher. His job was to deliver a chicken to a restaurant owner alive or it would be refused. I heard a lot of Depression-era stories as a kid. In high school, we studied the Great Depression in U.S. history. I said to the teacher, “I can tell you all about it from all the stories I’ve heard growing up.” He didn’t take me up on the offer. When my oldest sister received her first paycheck, she announced how much she had earned. My father corrected her and said, “No, that’s how much we allowed you to keep.” When he grew up, he had to turn his paycheck over to his parents. That “scarcity mentality” continues to echo through my life. There wasn’t a lot of margin financially when I was growing up. When I was a sophomore in high school, my father had hand surgery. It didn’t go well. It affected his ability to be a construction worker. After that operation, his work was erratic. Money was tight. You didn’t ask for anything extra. Fast forward and it is 2018. My father has been deceased for 28 years. Yet those tapes ring strong in my head. Charlotte Rescue Mission is preparing for its annual Thanksgiving Food Box Outreach campaign. We are asking the community to put together a complete Thanksgiving meal. Everything was placed in a box. The program has grown from 50 boxes in 2012 to 3,000 boxes last year. Originally, we were just asking people to provide the food box; we would provide the turkey. But one year, it increased from 500
to 1,700 food boxes. That greatly exceeded our ability to provide turkeys. We asked our food box partners to donate turkeys. They did. Thanksgiving 2018 snuck up early on everyone. It was Nov. 22, much earlier than previous years. Our timeline to raise awareness for the turkeys was shortened. On Nov. 10, we were scheduled to receive several hundred turkeys. But when I looked inside the freezer truck, there were only 50 turkeys. What would we do? One thing we did was dress me up in a pilgrim outfit. We created a 30-second spot in which I pretended to be a pilgrim who got lost and arrived in Charlotte asking for turkeys. We promoted it through our media partnerships. Then we waited. By Nov. 15, we had half our goal. Would it fill up? Nov. 16 arrived. So did the turkeys. One donor delivered 200 turkeys at 7 p.m. I watched individuals arrive with cars loaded with turkeys. I felt as if I was in the movie, “It’s a Wonderful Life” – the very end where people bring cash to help George Bailey. By Nov. 18, we had the turkeys we needed for our Thanksgiving Food Box Outreach campaign. There is a Scripture verse that says, “You have not because you asked not.” There is another verse that says, “Test me in this,” says the Lord Almighty, “and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will not be room enough to store it.” The freezer truck tilted in both directions because of the amount of turkeys that were donated. My parents grew up in the Depression when there was nothing. I have to remind myself of this verse, “And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.” I’ll be back soon. Until then, live well my friend. The Rev. Tony Marciano is the president/ CEO of the Charlotte Rescue Mission. Visit www.charlotterescuemission.org for details.
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CRIME SCENE The Matthews Police Department reported these incidents Nov. 19 to 25: Alcohol • 2300 block of Matthews Township Parkway: Driving while impaired and unsealed liquor in passenger area. Nov. 19 • 7900 block of East I-485 Outer: Driving while impaired and speeding. Nov. 22 Break-Ins • 2100 block of Pineapple Court: Firearms stolen. Nov. 23 • 800 block of Park Center Drive: Break-in reported. Nov. 23 Break-Ins, Vehicles • 200 block of Clearbrook Road: GPS and sunglasses stolen. Nov. 19 • 2400 block of Light Brigade Drive: Theft from vehicle. Nov. 25 Fraud/Forgeries • Monterrey Mexican Restaurant, 9623 E. Independence Blvd.: Dine and dash involving $25 meal. Nov. 19 • 1300 block of Matthews Township Parkway: Fraud involving medicine. Nov. 21 Property Damage • 3500 block of Dion Drive: Damage to storage structure. Nov. 19 • 1900 block of Marglyn Drive: Damage to mailbox post. Nov. 20 • 1300 block of Cindy Carr Drive: Damage to door handle lock. Nov. 24 • 9200 block of East Independence Boulevard: Damage to rear passenger door.
Nov. 24 Thefts • Stage It, 608 Matthews-Mint Hill Road: Trailer and tools stolen. Nov. 19 • ALDI, 555 W. John St.: Grocery items stolen. Nov. 20 • 1500 block of Matthews Township Parkway.: Hubcaps stolen. Nov. 21 • CVS, 1305 Matthews Township Pkwy.: Miscellaneous items stolen. Nov. 22 • 600 block of West John Street: Soda stolen. Nov. 22 • 1600 block of Marque Place: Motorcycle and scooter stolen. Nov. 22 • 2900 block of Williams Road: Merchandise and household goods stolen. Nov. 24 Other • 700 block of East John Street: Resist, obstruct or delay. Nov. 20 • 9600 block of East Independence Boulevard: Warrant. Nov. 21 • 10600 block of Monroe Road: Fictitious registration plate. Nov. 22 • 600 block of Fullwood Lane: Warrant for arrest. Nov. 23 • 10800 block of Monroe Road: Fictitious registration plate. Nov. 23 • Target, 1900 Matthews Township Parkway: Disagreement with policies on safety. Nov. 25 The Mint Hill Police Department reported these incidents Nov. 19 to 25: Alcohol
• I-485 @ N.C. 51: Driving while impaired. Nov. 24 • 10900 block of Pine Grove Avenue: Driving while impaired. Nov. 24 • 8600 block of Lawyers Road: Driving while impaired. Nov. 25 Assaults • 16100 block of Thompson Road: Assault by pointing a gun. Nov. 23 Break-Ins, Vehicles • 4800 block of Stoney Trace Drive: Phones stolen. Nov. 23 Drugs • 6900 block of Matthews-Mint Hill Road: Marijuana possession. Nov. 23 • 10100 block of Brush Creek Lane: Drug paraphernalia. Nov. 23 Fraud/Forgeries • 13100 block of Belle Grove Manor Lane: Identity theft. Nov. 21 Thefts • 13300 block of Albemarle Road: Beer stolen. Nov. 19 • 4900 block of Stoney Trace Drive: Cell phone stolen. Nov. 21 • 13300 block of Albemarle Road: Beer stolen. Nov. 24 • 13300 block of Albemarle Road: Gasoline stolen. Nov. 25 Thefts, Vehicles • 4600 block of Margaret Wallace Road: Automobile and cell phones stolen. Nov. 23 Other • 9500 block of Stoney Glen Drive: Order for arrest. Nov. 19
Rodriguez McDowell gets sworn into county office by Justin Vick justin@cmgweekly.com
CHARLOTTE – Speaking for the first time as a county commissioner, Susan Rodriguez McDowell told the community that she's ready to help lead a new day for Mecklenburg County. Rodriguez McDowell and her eight colleagues on the Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners took the oath of office and gave brief remarks on Dec. 3. The new McDowell board consists of nine Democrats, including four newcomers. George Dunlap will serve as chairman. During her brief remarks, Rodriguez McDowell recognized outgoing Commissioner Bill James, thanking the Matthews resident for 22 years of service. She also expressed her desire to move the county forward. “I pledge that I will be present, I will listen to all sides, I will engage and I will care,” she said. “I will give my undivided attention to the real needs of District 6 and work with my fellow esteemed commissioners to address the struggles of our communities and improve the quality of life for all of Meck-
lenburg County's residents.” Rodriguez McDowell, of Charlotte, represents the district that encompasses Matthews and Mint Hill. Pat Cotham, Trevor Fuller and Ella Scarborough serve as at-large members that represent all districts. Fuller said he'd like the opportunity to continue working on issues such as economic opportunity, universal pre-kindergarten, early childhood education and the HIV epidemic. Cotham addressed the need for the county to work collaboratively with leaders from the city, towns and school board on issues like affordable housing, student achievement and mental health. They also addressed taxes. “You can count on us to carefully set a tax rate for this county whether it's in a revaluation year or not,” Fuller said. “We've done it in a steady and conservative way for all of the six years I've been on this board, and I have no expectation it will be any different under this board." Cotham told colleagues that homeowners and renters are nervous about the potential of a tax spike with revaluation around the corner. She urged commissioners to keep taxes low.
County commissioners should work collaboratively by Pat Cotham Commissioner
Editor's note: Mecklenburg County commissioners had the opportunity to give remarks Dec. 3 after taking the oath of office. We are publishing At-Large Commissioner Pat Cotham's remarks because she addresses multiple issues and makes references to challenges affecting our specific towns. On election night, I was so grateful for the overwhelming support that I had received. I was humbled to have received precious votes from Democrats, Republicans and unaffilCotham iated voters throughout each of the six districts. I wish I could thank all of the 244,074 of you who placed their precious votes for me. But I will thank you with my actions. I will thank you by being visible in the community. I will thank you by studying the issues. And I will thank you by my willingness to listen to different perspectives. I made a good decision on election night. I spent the evening uptown until 11 p.m. with our homeless neighbors. I wanted to be with them because they keep me grounded and focused. As I begin my fourth term, I commit that I will always conduct myself professionally, and I will continue to build relationships with all elected officials and governing bodies. I want you, the voter, to know I will always represent you, and I will work to get things done for the people. Our board has changed a lot since the last election, but I remember in 2012 when I was fortunate to be one of the new four. We were the newbies. We were excited as you are and happy and ready to to go to work and we did. I look around and see four new commissioners who want to bring a positive attitude and new ideas, and I am thrilled. Each one of these commissioners is passionate about serving and will bring new levels of experience and expertise. They will be the jolt of adrenaline that will bring us together. We need them, and I look forward to learning from all of them as colleagues. Together, we need to listen to our bosses – the people who are paying the bills. They deserve more than a seat at the table because they own the table. That's the people. We will all listen to them. We have a great community. A great county staff is a big reason for that. Our outstanding county manager, Dena Diorio, continues to show bold and common-sense leadership with great results, yet we still have families who are struggling. Our wonderful county employees are working long hours to distribute short-term services to people in need. I'm especially proud of the work they have done to help veterans and our homeless neighbors. Our services help husbands and wives, brothers and sisters, and moms and dads who just need some help so that they can be on their way in life. Yet, next week we have snow coming and I hope we can help protect our vulnerable neighbors who are freezing on a bench uptown. I hope we will do better this year with warming centers. I'm all about big ideas and we need some. Lets talk about the business community. We have to grow our economy for everyone. Not everyone is feeling the good results of the economy. We have to learn more about obstacles that professionals in the development community face. The more we develop businesses, starting with real estate development, the better off we will be to grow our economy for everyone. We need political will to solve problems like housing. That means courage. The county cannot be an obstacle to real estate development and business. I am so proud of the improvements we have made in code enforcement, and I thank our manager for that. We want a vibrant community for all. The affordable housing issue is not a community
problem. I don't think we can just say it's a city issue. We need to step up and support the city and the towns on this issue. Revaluation is around the corner. We are so well prepared this time and I thank again the manager and her staff, who have improved every aspect of this project. Homeowners and renters are nervous about the potential of a big spike in taxes. But we need a steady hand to keep our taxes low, so economic development continues and people can stay in their homes and apartments. We also need to be more aware of our six towns. As I look back on my notes from 2016, I said when I was sworn in that I would love to have each of our mayors sit with us one time during a board meeting. We could benefit from their wisdom. Maybe a school board member and a legislator could join us at one of our meetings. Maybe they might invite our chair to sit with them at our meetings. The people want us to work together but we have to show action on this. Good schools are important to our neighbors and our economy. The most important influence over a child is the ability to raise student achievement in the classroom by having a great teacher in every classroom. We should not play politics and take a gamble with our teachers. Instead, we should take decisive action. Our actions must show that this board's priorities remain clear that we support our children and our school communities. We need to peel back the onion on educational issues to rebuild trust and have the best schools and reward teachers so they feel valued. I hope our superintendent and our school board will overturn their decision and again welcome us to join them in congratulating graduates and shake their hands on the biggest day of their life. As commissioners, we need to see the great results of collaborative work. We have many unique problems in our community that are tearing families apart. I have attended way too many funerals of young people who have died from suicide. The stigma of mental health prevents all of us from knowing the facts about mental health. Heroin and substance abuse live in our community and affect all of us. We have to do more as our loved ones are suffering and dying. We have too many homicides and one recently at Butler High School. We cannot be numb to violence and to guns. We have to do better. To solve problems, we have to use all of our talents of this board and work collaboratively with other bodies of government, local nonprofits and our community organizers. As a Democrat, I'm excited about a board of all Democrats, but it comes with the price of additional scrutiny. Likely, we might feel like we're under a microscope. I commit to all voters that I will always listen to different opinions, and I believe that even though we are all Democrats, we will disagree sometimes on issues – probably a lot of times. I do hope that more people will come to our meetings and sign up to speak. Your voices and opinions are critical and we will listen to you. I again congratulate all of my colleagues, and I hope we can all work together with respect. I congratulate Chair George Dunlap, and I know he wants to be the leader we all need him to be. I will do everything I can to help him in that role. I thank my family, Tricia and John Cotham; my grandsons, Elliot and Ryan, who support me everyday; and my mighty campaign team, Jonathan and CL, who helped me get my message out to the people. I want to thank my Facebook and Twitter friends who share their joys, their struggles and their hopes with me. We have work to do. Actions speak louder than words. The people are watching us. Let's show up for them and work together for the people.
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Joyous lullaby signals baby's arrival CHARLOTTE – For 19 seconds, several times a day, a soothing lullaby floats through Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center. The exact scene plays out dozens of times a day in Novant Health hospitals from the North Carolina coast, to small towns, to Charlotte and the teeming suburbs of Washington, D.C. A baby has been born. The sweet music signifies and celebrates the beginning of a new life. The soft melody – titled “Brahms’ Lullaby” – sparks joy for those in the building who know what it means. The tune has stopped visitors in mid-bustle. German composer Johannes Brahms wrote it 150 years ago. Pat Campbell adopted it for Novant Health in 1997. It’s been a staple at Presbyterian ever since, easing through hallways and lobbies from five to 25 times a day. “It never gets old. I look forward to it every day because I know I’m going to hear it,” said Campbell, Novant Health’s vice presi-
dent of OB-GYN services. “It definitely is something we’re very proud of because we know that the community feels that it’s important. It still, 'til this day, gives me goosebumps.” Pat Campbell initiated Brahms' Lullaby at Novant Health in 1997. Robin Lipe knows the lullaby well. Two months ago, she gave birth to her third child (daughter Elizabeth). A nurse had activated the wall key – tucked away in the eighthfloor hallway – when Lipe’s sons, Hunter (age 5) and Jack (4), were born. “It is a simple thing, but so beautiful,” said Lipe, 36, of Charlotte. “It is just a sweet moment because you know some parents’ lives have changed for the better. When you’re in the (birth) process and you hear the lullaby, it’s soothing. It makes you think `OK, I’m going to get through this. We can do this.'” After Elizabeth’s birth, the Lipes were being transferred from labor and delivery to a postpartum room. That route, typically taken 1 to 3 hours after birth, passes by the
lullaby key. The traffic stopped and a nurse turned toward daddy Scott Lipe. “You want to turn the key?” “He was all excited,” Robin Lipe said, laughing. Campbell borrowed the Brahms’ lullaby idea when she learned other hospitals used it. She thought the music sounded “amazing.” Figured it was low-cost and (correctly) would have a very positive outcome. The rules are simple, and flexible because nobody complains when babies are born. No music between 9 p.m. and 7 a.m. (rest time). Each family decides who turns the key to trigger the song, and when. Sometimes it’s delayed until older siblings arrive. Or maybe when out-of-town relatives bounce in. But is there a second key turn if someone’s plane is delayed, or friends show up in waves? “Of course,” said labor and delivery nurse Lisa Webster, who has been with Novant Health since 1987. “It’s neat to hear the lullaby because a new birth has occurred, a new child has come into the world.” Webster and fellow nurse Toni Piercy, who also has been at Novant Health since 1987, have heard the lullaby thousands of times. It remains special for them because not long after it was established, newborn nursery nurse Lisa Davis Allen died unex-
pectedly. Novant Health's lullaby is a memorial to nurse Lisa Davis Allen. Allen’s colleagues approached Campbell about dedicating the lullaby tradition to her memory. There’s a plaque honoring Allen on the wall outside the nursery. “Lisa was a vivacious nurse,” Piercy said. “She was very caring. She loved her work and taking care of babies. Out of her sadness grew an expression of life.” Local variations of the lullaby Brahms’ Lullaby is played in all but one Novant Health facility where babies are born, with slight variations: Novant Health Matthews Medical Center: A hugs (infant security) tag is placed on the child immediately after birth. Then, the medical unit receptionist initiates the lullaby to play throughout the building. The parents or anyone in the family can ask for it also to be played later, for example, like when a sibling visits for the first time. Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center: The family chooses who gets to push the button to play the lullaby. It is heard throughout the new hospital, which delivered its first baby Oct. 4. Novant Health contributed this article.
Dec. 7, 2018 Special Edition
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Great finds in downtown Matthews by Andrew Stark andrew@cmgweekly.com
Christmas shopping isn't exclusive to bigbox stores. Downtown Matthews has plenty of stores with unique finds for friends and family on your shopping list.
Precious Restorations 315 W. John St., Matthews There isn’t a hipper spot in Matthews or the surrounding area to come across vintage LPs, vinyl and comics but Precious Restorations is much more than that. The family-owned business offers free estimates on its custom pottery, porcelain and painting restoration, but can make anything from ivory and bone repair to antiques look like new. Also, check out its assortment of war knick knacks, fine arts and antiquities. Precious Restorations also buys anything from vintage clothing to art,
postcards, knives and vintage LPs and 45s. AAA Collectibles 100 W. John St., Suite F Don’t know what to get the sports fanatic on your shopping list? AAA Collectibles has you covered. The family-run shop has been around for more than two decades and specializes in sports cards dating back to the tobacco cards of the late 1800s. The shop also carries an extensive line of new baseball, football, basketball, soccer and hockey cards that are available in unopened single packs ($3 and up) and unopened boxes ($40 and up). In addition, AAA Collectibles has extensive single-card inventory and carries autographed material including game-worn signed jerseys of Christian McCaffrey, Tom Brady or gameused cleats signed by Cam Newton. Check out its special Carolina Panthers section, too.
The Tickle Me Elmo doll was once the hottest holiday item available, but now is one of many finds at ZABS Place. The thrift store has racks of clothes and walls of purses, shoes and other items for the whole family. Andrew Stark/MMHW photos
Trade Street Jewelry 100 W. Trade St., Suite D The finest of watches and jewelry can be repaired at a reasonable price and done with expert craftsmanship in downtown Matthews. Not only can Trade Street Jewelry wow customers with its precise repair work, but the owners have a showcase of rings, watches, necklaces and other fine jewelry for sale in the shop. And the very best part is if you don’t see exactly what you’re looking for, they can make anything to your exact specifications. It’s
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Buffalo Trading Company 100 W. John St., Unit G Born from a small garage in Colorado Springs, the name was built on grit rather than glamour, void of big-dollar marketing campaigns, trendy models showcasing products. Just an honest, word-of-mouth approach that people could trust. That’s the foundation of the leather goods and apparel brand that has a little bit of everything for him and for her. Check out the extensive line of leather
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It also carries ties, cigars, hats, flannel shirts and apparel with a nod to the simpler way of living. Last year, the company launched an impressive line of ladies handbags made only from the finest of leathers.
LAM Interior Antiques 159 N. Trade St. LAM Interior is a one-stop shop for all of your design needs, but also has a retail shop with some super cool finds for the holidays. It offers interior design and architecture solutions including space planning, color and finish consultation, custom furniture and upholstery, project management, interior finish selections and design concept development. Browse the retail shop and find contemporary design pieces, a huge selection of candles and furnishings and oneof-a-kind wreaths, lamps, rugs, throws and more.
Libby & Leaf 100 W. John St., Suite E Situated on the site of the historic AJ William Hotel in the heart of downtown Matthews’s historic district, Libby & Leaf is a prime holiday destination. The shop offers a charming assortment of unique and upscale accessories for the home and garden and unique one-of-a-kind gifts, including Peruvian Salt Lamps, gurgle pots, amethyst and other precious gems and board games. And the little ones are sure to love it, too, with a vast selection of wooden train pieces, toys and something for all ages. The inde-
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The Buffalo Jackson Trading Co. has an extensive line of leather wallets, handbags, book bags and other leather goods for men and women. Plus check out its flannel shirts, pullovers and other finds. Andrew Stark/MMHW photos
pendent retailer also carries “Frozen” figurines and a large line of fragrant candles.
Renfrow Hardware 188 N. Trade St. Renfrow Hardware is the historical staple of Matthews, and much of the inside remains unchanged from the old iron furnace that keeps the place warm to the selection of feed, live chickens and even crickets that you just can’t find anywhere else. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly, but just walking in takes you back to a simpler time. The shop has any kind of hardware you could want in addition to its section of local honey, sauces and other interesting treats. They also sell seeds, camping gear, plants and anything else you can think of, including the area’s largest selection of snow sleds. ZABS Place 100 N. Trade St. You can find everything you need for the holidays at ZABS Place and still stay under
budget. The thrift store has walls filled with shoes, purses, ties, scarves and racks on racks of clothes for everyone in the whole family. There’s even kid and toddler shoes, clothes and baby furniture, stuffed animals and a dresser of toys for sale. While the deals are aplenty and the browsing is exceptional, ZABS Place offers job skills training, based on the interests and abilities of each helper they foster through employment and employee enrichment programs that are truly unique. Find deals and do it for a great cause at ZABS Place.
1. A bedroom should be for reflection, creativity and relaxation, rather than a place to sink into screen time. A cinema light box is a great idea. They can set up their favorite sayings or make up their own to display on the backlit box. Also, a mini diffuser makes a room smell great, and a dream journal can help your child remember all the wacky things they think up at night. 2. An alarm clock is an important gift. In fact, it keeps on giving—every day that a young person does not use the phone as an alarm clock means longer and deeper sleep. 3. Sign up for Little Passports. It was started by two moms to inspire children to learn about the world. They send a new box each month and youth love getting the package in the mail. 4. Magazine subscriptions like New Moon is wonderful for girls ages 8 to 12-years old. You might also consider Nat Geo Kids, Sports Illustrated Kids and Outside Magazine. 5. Remember the Rubik’s Cube? Skewb ultimate is that on steroids. The 12-sided puzzle is in the shape of a dodecahedron. Scramble the colors then restore them to their original configuration. 6. A 3D globe puzzle makes a great gift as well as a fantastic family activity. 7. Board games and card games bring the family together. 8. Creation gifts are the best, so what about creating music? A harmonica or perhaps a ukulele? 9. A songwriting journal is perfect for your young musician. Most have lines for lyrics and melody as well as spots for the feel and groove of their tune. 10. Tickets to see a concert or sports game. A gift certificate to StubHub is a way for them to choose what they want to do when they are ready. This list was compiled by Dr. Delaney Ruston, a documentary filmmaker and primary care physician, for her blog on SCREENAGERS. For more information visit www.screen agersmovie.com/tech-talk-tuesdays
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Pop-up shopping launches at SouthPark Mall CHARLOTTE – SouthPark visitors can shop a variety of seasonal pop-ups for the holidays. Hickory Farms, See’s Candies, Go! Calendars, Dewey’s Bakery and Toy Mania are among those offering gift options at the mall during the holidays. Hickory Farms returns for another holiday season with hand-crafted gifts, including sausage, cheese and other specialty foods. The specialty kiosk is now open in Fountain Court. Fan-favorite and American-made candy shop See’s Candies offers specialty high-quality chocolates made from fresh ingredients See’s Candies is now open near J. Crew. Offering a variety of gift options including calendars, toys and games, Go! Calendars is now open near American Eagle. Visitors in the mood for a sweet treat can enjoy scrumptious cookies, cake, ice cream, pastries and more at Dewey’s Bakery, now open behind guest services. To complement its fresh-baked goodies, Dewey’s will also offer beverages such as coffee and ice-cold milk to satisfy taste buds! Shoppers will find the perfect present for every child at Toy Mania, now open near the West Plaza next to Origins. This specialty toy store will encourage children to ‘play outside the box’ with its large selection of unique and high quality toys, games and puzzles. Kids will be inspired to use their imaginations with the uniquely designed, high quality toys at Schleich. The hands-on destination
is now open behind guest services, featuring a 15-foot Tyrannosaurus Rex and ‘playzone’ that offers funfilled activities for kids. Fashionistas can stock up on trendy and affordable jewelry at Lalo & Rae. The kiosk is now open near Pottery Barn. Additional kiosks opening for the holiday season include Bamboo, Craze, Game On, Honors & Hampers, Squishy Collection and Wooly Socks. Guests will also have an array of new, coveted brands to complete their holiday shopping from at SouthPark. In 2018, the center welcomed Peloton, Trina Turk, Arhaus, Peter Millar, Tommy John, Nespresso and Amazon Pop-Up. Hungry shoppers can also take a break at Bulla Gastrobar and Gusto Farm to Street, which both opened earlier this year. Pop-up shops coming to Mint Hill The Mint Hill Chamber of Commerce has recruited 40 vendors to set up from 2 to 6 p.m. Dec. 15 around the circle at Mint Hill Town Hall as part of its Pop Up Christmas Shop. The event is designed to give companies outside of the downtown footprint to gain some exposure. Vendors range from stay-athome parents to chamber members. “We have a marketplace for people to highlight their businesses in the spring,” Executive Director Paige McKinney said. “This is something we want encourage people to shop locally and shop small.” Pour 64 and Vintner’s Hill are sponsoring the event. Costco is also donating cocoa and cookies for shoppers.
HomeStyles Gallery a one-stop shop by Karie Simmons karie@cmgweekly.com
MINT HILL – There seems to be something for everyone at HomeStyles Gallery, making it the perfect place to check off that holiday shopping list. “We have such a variety here, it’s like a one-stop shop,” said Angie Smith, who owns the store with Angela McGraw. “You can get your gifts, your holiday decorating and even your own personal shopping done. You can get your Christmas outfit here at our women’s boutique.” HomeStyles opened in 2001 as a consignment shop but quickly grew into something more. The owners moved the store into a larger space and began allowing different vendors to rent out spaces to fill with products for the community. Nearly 18 years later, HomeStyles has over 50 unique vendors and is defined as a multi-merchant boutique offering clothing, shoes, baby and children’s items and clothes, specialty gifts, holiday and home décor, furniture, party essentials and jewelry. There is also a used bookstore and record store on the second floor. “People can find great gifts here they can’t find anywhere else. Plus, it’s a calm and relaxed atmosphere and we have easy parking. People love that they can park right out front and walk in,” Smith said. “The whole shopping experience is more enjoyable than going to the mall, which is mass chaos.” The store carries well-known brands like Simply Southern, Nora Fleming, Corkcicle, Lilly Pulitzer, Rainbow Sandals, Snoozies, Tyler Candles and many more, which Smith said has been a big draw for customers. One of the top-selling products at HomeStyles this year, however, has been the Topsy Turvy Umbrella by Nufoot. It’s an umbrella with an inverted design that closes inside out, protecting your clothes, car and home from dripping rain water. It also has UV protec-
HomeStyles at 11237 Lawyers Road in Mint Hill sells a wide variety of products, including décor, clothing and accessories, jewelry and even the Topsy Turvy Umbrella, which is pictured at the bottom right. Karie Simmons/MMHW photos
tion and is flip resistant. Smith said the Sherpa-style pullovers have also been popular and are one of this winter’s biggest fashion trends. Although HomeStyles has been around for many holiday shopping
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seasons, it’s still one of Smith’s favorite times of the year. She said there’s always a positive energy in the store and customers are happy. “When people say, ‘I found the perfect gift,’ I can’t hear that enough,” she said. “I mean, that’s why we’re here.”
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Christmas Tea The Mint Hill Historical Society holds its 11th annual Christmas Tea in the Carl J. McEwen Historic Village. Tickets cost $25. Future dates include Dec. 8 and 9. Reservations are required. Call 704573-0726 for details. 2 & 6 p.m.; 7601 Matthews-Mint Hill Road, Mint Hill Open House The Matthews Historical Foundation holds a holiday open house at the Historic Reid House. 5:30 to 7 p.m.; 134 W. John St., Matthews Family Night The Matthews Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resource Department presents Crews Family Fun Night at the Crews Recreation Center. The event includes entertainment and food. The highlight for this program is Movie Night with Santa. Call 704-708-1289 for details. 6 to 9 p.m.; 1201 Crews Road, Matthews
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Community Theater The Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts presents “Miracle on 34th Street” Dec. 7 to 16 at the Matthews Community Center. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Dec. 7, 14, 15, as well as 2 p.m. Dec. 8, 9, 15 and 16. The show is recommended for ages 6 and older. Tickets cost $16 for adults or $14 for students and seniors. Visit www.matthewsplay house.com for details. Various times: 100 McDowell St. E., Matthews
Dec. 7 & 8 Children's Musical Spotlight Performing Arts Academy presents “Shrek The Musical.” Tickets cost $7.89. The company holds a matinee at 3 p.m. Dec. 9. Call 704-545-7373 for details. 7 p.m. ; 7714 Matthews-Mint Hill Road, Mint Hill
Dec. 8 Run Club Temple Mojo's run club takes on the Four Mile Creek Greenway and meets back at the shop for coffee or breakfast. Call 704-246-8196 for details. 8 to 9 a.m.; 195 N. Trade St., Matthews Farmers Market The Matthews Communities Farmer's Market offers homegrown produce and other foods in downtown Matthews. Call 704-488-4763 for details. 8 a.m to noon; 188 N. Trade St., Matthews Anniversary Party Temple Mojo offers live music from Nate Randall (5 to 8 p.m.), Strudelteig food truck (5 to 9 p.m.) and beer tappings at its second anniversary party. Get tickets at www.eventbrite.com. 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.; 195 N. Trade St., Matthews Snow Craft Drop in anytime between 9:30 a.m. and noon at the Matthews Community Center to make a paper snowflake. No registration is necessary for the free event.
9:30 a.m. to noon; 100 E. McDowell St., Matthews Book Club Matthews Public Library’s Pocket-Size Book Club takes on PBS’s Great American Read. The club, designed for busy adults, is reading Paulo Coelho's “The Alchemist” in December. Members convene once a month to discuss books under 300 pages. Register in advance. Call 704416-5000 or visit www.cmli brary.org for details. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.; 230 Matthews Station St., Matthews Paws to Read Children, ages 5 to 11, read to a certified therapy dog at the Matthews Library. Call 704-416-5000, ext. 2 for details. 10:30 a.m. to noon; 230 Matthews Station St., Matthews
Dec. 11 Music Bingo RAVE Trivia holds trivia at Dunwellz Custom Kitchen. Call 704-545-1505 for details. 7:30 to 10 p.m.; 7110 Brighton Park Drive, Mint Hill
Dec. 12 Outdoor Program The Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Presents: Bringing the Outdoors In features Sandy Fussell discussing plant materials for holiday arrangements at the Matthews Library. Register in advance. Call 704-416-5000 for details. 1 p.m.; 230 Matthews Station St., Matthews Park Planning The Matthews Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resource Department hosts a drop-in public information session to review a greenway study for Four Mile Creek. The session takes place at Matthews Town Hall's Hood Room. 6 to 7:30 p.m.; 232 Matthews Station St., Matthews Library Festival The Mint Hill Library holds its Holiday Extravaganza festival, featuring a puppet show, storytelling and a visit from Santa. Call 704-4165200 for details. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.; 6840 Matthews-Mint Hill Road, Mint Hill
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