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Back-to-School Festival to Offer School Information and Supplies
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The Second Annual Eastside Back-to-School Festival is planned for Saturday, August 8 at Eastland Mall (5471 Central Avenue) from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. in the lower level near the food court. The festival will feature information on services for students and families geared to prepare children for academic success throughout the school year. Entertainment and educational sessions also will be provided for children and adults.
Backpacks with school supplies will be given to participants who complete a special Passport to Academic Success (while supplies last). The Passport to Academic Success is a comprehensive tour of family assistance programs that will educate families about health and wellness, academic assistance programs, and preparing students for the entire school year.
Saturday, August 8
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Eastland Mall
5471 Central Avenue
The event is sponsored by the City of Charlotte Weed & Seed Program, Mecklenburg County 4H, MeckCares and Guilty, Inc. For more information call 704-336-8404 or 704-336-8409.
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Come out to the Third Annual Animal Kneads Day fundraiser at the Great Harvest Bread Company located in the Shops at Piper Glen on Sunday, August 23. Anyone, who donates $10 will take home a fresh loaf of bread! All proceeds will benefit the Animal Care & Control Spay & Neuter Fund. The fund, solely supported by private donations and grants, allows Animal Care & Control to offer free surgeries in Mecklenburg County.
Sunday, August 23
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Great Harvest Bread Company,
6420 Rea Road
For more information about the Spay/Neuter services offered through Animal Care & Control visit their web site.
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Funding Projects in Charlotte Neighborhoods
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The Neighborhood Matching Grants program awards funds up to $25,000 to eligible neighborhood organizations to help support projects that improve neighborhoods. Project categories are: neighborhood improvement; crime and public safety; organizational development; and educational, recreational and cultural initiatives.
The next Neighborhood Matching Grants program application deadline is Tuesday, September 15. Interested organizations must send a representative to one of the pre-application workshops listed below.
Saturday, August 8
9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Independence Library
6015 Conference Drive
Wednesday, August 12
6 – 8:30 p.m.
West Boulevard Library
2157 West Boulevard
For more information on the Neighborhood Matching Grants program, call 704-336-2061 or visit http://neighborhoods.charmeck.org.
Eligible organizations include neighborhood associations, business associations and neighborhood-based community development corporations that have been organized for at least six months and are in neighborhood statistical areas with median household income not exceeding $64,219.
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Everyone has junk. There's the worn-out sofa, the rusted tricycle, an old lamp with a broken base and the non-functioning microwave that are all taking up space in your home or garage? So just what are you going to do with all the unwanted items? Schedule a bulky item collection.
Items such as household furnishings, appliances, lawn equipment and other similar items too large to be placed in the rollout cart are considered bulky items. These items must be scheduled for collection.
To schedule a bulky item collection:
Please do not place items curbside until the day before the scheduled collection. Items at the curb more 24 hours before the scheduled collection could result in a fine of at least $50.
For more information, including a full list of bulky items and preparation guidelines, visit http://curbit.charmeck.org.
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CMPD Releases Monthly Crime Statistics
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Crime statistics from the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) show a decreasing trend for Index Offenses by 21.2% when compared to the same time period last year. All but one of the violent Index crime categories experienced decreases over the same period last year. For a complete listing of the July 2009 CMPD Crime Statistics Report visit the Crime Statistics web page.
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Airport to Hold Third Annual Runway 5K Run/Walk
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Mark your calendar for the 3rd Annual Runway 5K Run/Walk, hosted by the Charlotte Douglas International Airport on Saturday, October 31 beginning at 8 a.m. The Runway 5K will take place at one of the nation's most unique locations and busiest airports. Last year's event drew close to 600 runners and walkers and raised more than $10,000 for LifeSpan's Community Activities Employment Transition Program (CAET). LifeSpan transforms the lives of children and adults with developmental disabilities by providing education, employment and enrichment opportunities.
Pre-register now to receive a reduced rate. You can register online at www.charlotteairport.com.
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