Kerry Singe

1 week ago | qcitymetro.com | Kerry Singe

Charlotte Hornets forward Grant Williams may be known for his on-court hustle and athleticism, but this summer, he’s hoping Charlotteans see him as something else: an avid reader. Williams, who grew up visiting Imaginon in uptown Charlotte, says reading has long been a part of his daily routine, even with busy days of playing and practicing basketball.

2 months ago | qcitymetro.com | Kerry Singe

As we enter summertime, the plants and animals are livening up at Grandfather Mountain. The park has exciting programs for visitors to learn and interact with the mountain’s nature and wildlife — and we have all the details. Located less than three hours from Charlotte, Grandfather Mountain is a not-for-profit nature park, perhaps known best for its famed Mile High Swinging Bridge, America’s highest suspension foot-bridge.

2 months ago | qcitymetro.com | Kerry Singe

Charlotte SHOUT! has arrived in the Queen City. The 4th annual celebration showcases Charlotte’s creativity and innovation, and is expected to draw hundreds of thousands of people to Uptown over 17 days. Read: From a museum block party to a hip hop celebration: your guide to experiencing Charlotte SHOUT!The inclusive, family friendly festival honors art, food, ideas, music and fashion.

Mar 24, 2025 | southparkmagazine.com | Kerry Singe

In the limelight: Carolina Theatre reopensEntertainment The ArtsMarch 24, 2025Vacant for nearly 47 years, the meticulously restored Carolina Theatre reopens after a $90 million renovation. by Kerry SingeOne day in 2012, then-Bank of America executive Cathy Bessant stood inside the remnants of the Carolina Theatre with architect and former Charlotte Mayor Harvey Gantt and banking titan Hugh McColl.

Mar 7, 2025 | qcitymetro.com | Kerry Singe

Each year, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library devotes the month of March to create community dialogue on a common topic. The month-long effort encourages patrons get involved by:reading or listening to booksparticipating in discussionsjoining book clubsattending events hosted by the library and community partners (like the After Hours Affair at the Mint Museum. There are titles and events geared toward adults, children and teens. Community Read was launched in 2014 with the theme “One book. One week.