Charlotte Mecklenburg Climate Leaders

#Transit Townhall
2025-05-01 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Weeping Willow, 2220 Milton Road, Charlotte, NC, 28215, United States
Panelists: Congresswoman Alma Adams, Mayor Vi Lyles, Rep. Bobby Drakeford, Tariq Bokhari, County Com. Chair Mark Jerrell.

NC Legislative Energy Freedom Virtual Town Hall
2025-04-30 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual
As a collective of advocacy organizations working across North Carolina, we invite you to participate in a virtual bipartisan legislative town hall on Wednesday, April 30th, from 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, where we will discuss key issues impacting North Carolinians.
This event will feature insights from professionals, community leaders, and directly impacted constituents to share insights, lived experiences, and potential solutions. We believe that hearing from those on the front lines, both in research and in real life, is critical to shaping effective policy that serves all North Carolinians.
To register for this event, you can use the following link or scan the qr code on the flyer. https://climatereality.zoom.us/meeting/register/k_o_93QaSWSVlHWHM907mA

City Council Meeting to Support People’s Budget
2025-04-28 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center, 600 E. 4th Street, Charlotte, NC, 28202, United States
Join Charlotte Mecklenburg Climate Leaders at the Monday, April 28 Charlotte City Council meeting to show support for the 2026 People’s Budget. The People’s Budget Coalition supports a variety of human services needs including housing, living wages, safe communities, living wages, great neighborhoods, and the environment.
A key component is a $2,000,000 request related to the proposed new code required for air conditioning. This will fund a pilot program for the City to buy 400 energy-efficient units for rental apartments that currently have no A/C (max payment of $5,000/unit for up to 10 units per owner. With extreme heat on this rise, everyone should have access to air conditioning. Meet at the Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center lobby, 600 E. 4th Street, 28202, at 6:00 pm. For more information, contact June Blotnick, juneleaf77@gmail.com.
People’s Budget
AC Policy Briefing

3rd Annual TreeFest
2025-04-26 14:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | NoDa Brewing, 2921 N Tryon St., Charlotte, NC, 28206, United States
TreesCharlotte is excited to bring back TreeFest event for its third year! This family fun tree celebration will include tree friendly arts and crafts, live music, an environmental roundtable with local representatives, an “ask the arborist” booth for free tree advice, an eco-market with local businesses and nonprofits, and food trucks. There will also be a tie dye station with natural dyes–bring an extra bag, bandana, or shirt! TreesCharlotte will be distributing tree seedlings and will bring back our seedling potting station for anyone who would like their tree potted for them. This is a public event and free for anyone to join!

Clean the Queen Celebration
2025-04-26 09:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | The Innovation Barn, 932 Siegel Ave., Charlotte, NC, 28205, United States
Join Envision Charlotte as they wrap up a week of impact with a day full of fun, food, and music! Let’s celebrate our city and the incredible volunteers who helped make it cleaner and greener.
Event is free to attend, however, you’ll need a ticket for food.

Second Chance Giveaway
2025-04-26 09:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | The Innovation Barn, 932 Siegel Ave., Charlotte, NC, 28205, United States
The Innovation Barn is collecting unwanted carpet, tile, stones, paint, and more samples from businesses and giving them to the public for free. This event is BYOB (bring your own box). Parking is available in their lot with overflow parking along both sides of Otts St. Coffee, beer, and wine are available at Change Please, located inside the Innovation Barn.

Elizabeth 8K Road Race
2025-04-26 08:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | NC
Elizabeth 8K is a family-friendly event with a competitive course. Taking place each spring and welcoming over 1,300 runners to one of the city’s oldest and most beautiful neighborhoods, the Elizabeth 8K has been a Charlotte favorite for almost 40 years. Proceeds benefit the beautification of the Elizabeth neighborhood and TreesCharlotte.

Sustain Charlotte Connects: Celebrate Earth Day With Sustain Charlotte!
2025-04-22 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Sugar Creek Brewing Company, 215 Southside Dr, Charlotte, NC, 28217, United States
This Earth Day, join Sustain Charlotte Connects as they recognize the City of Charlotte’s commitment to a cleaner, more sustainable future through its Strategic Energy Action Plan (SEAP). The SEAP lays the foundation for reducing carbon emissions and building a more climate-resilient community, and recent updates are shaping the path forward. Come learn about the City’s progress, what’s next, and how you can play a role in advancing these efforts!

Spring Cancer Support Health & Wellness Classes
2025-04-21 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-04-14 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-04-07 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Since 2020, R.I.C.’s Market has raised funds to help cancer patients increase their access to healthy meals. They are thrilled to announce that, in addition to our continued financial support, they are now offering three free Cancer Support Health & Wellness Classes.
These classes are designed to improve overall health and well-being by providing engaging and informative sessions on healthy cooking, nutritional information, and general wellness. Specifically tailored for individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers, our classes will empower participants with the knowledge and skills to make informed decisions about their diet and lifestyle, ultimately enhancing their health and quality of life.
Additionally, they will address the impact of alcohol and substance abuse on cancer patients and survivors, offering healthy alternatives to support their journey to wellness.
Learn more here.

Earth Day Eve Cleanup
2025-04-21 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | 2921 Tuckaseegee Road, Charlotte, NC 28208, 2921 Tuckaseegee Road, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
Join Keep Charlotte Beautiful, Park & Rec, and Storm Water Services for a cleanup along Tuckaseegee Road and the Enderly Park area.

Repair Cafe Charlotte
2025-04-19 12:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | The Innovation Barn, 932 Siegel Ave., Charlotte, NC, 28205, United States
Repair Café Charlotte is the perfect place to bring in your broken items and learn how to repair them with the help of our skilled volunteers. Whether it’s a wonky toaster or a wobbly chair, they’ve got you covered! So grab your broken treasures and swing by for a day of tinkering and learning. Register for your free ticket today.

CMS Pollinator Garden Plantings
2025-04-14 00:00 - 2025-04-17 23:59 UTC | NC
Join Keep Charlotte Beautiful as they plant pollinator gardens at a different school each day from 9 -11am: Walter G. Byers Elementary, Oaklawn Language Academy, Eastway Middle School, and Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology.

Charlotte Earth Day
2025-04-12 08:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Independent Picture House, 4237 Raleigh St, Charlotte, NC, 28213, United States
This year’s Charlotte Earth Day program is part of The Independent Picture House’s Community Impact Film Series.

WFAE’s Carolinas Climate Summit
2025-04-10 00:00 - 23:59 UTC | Dubois Center at UNC Charlotte, 320 East 9th St, Charlotte, NC, 28202, United States
The Carolinas Climate Summit will provide a platform to discuss the impact of climate change on our landscape, residents, and businesses; climate solutions; corporate responsibility; individual action; and other key issues that will shape the future of our region. The day-long event will include opening and lunch keynotes, panel discussions, and networking opportunities to engage with stakeholders from across the region.

Bridging Faith and Science: Spiritual Insights & Climate Change Conversations
2025-04-09 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | St. Peter Catholic Church, 507 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC, United States
Climate change is creating impacts all over the world. Just in the last few months, the US has experienced wildfires in California, hurricanes Helene and Milton occurring just weeks apart, and extreme cold and snow in the southern states in January.
St. Peter’s Care for Creation Ministry is hosting at St. Peter Catholic Church on Wednesday, April 9, at 7pm. Kathleen Biggins of C-Change Conversations and eco-theologian, Dr. Catherine Wright will share insights on putting your spirituality into action through engaging in conversations about our climate. Register and learn more here.

April Litter Study
2025-04-05 00:00 - 2025-04-19 23:59 UTC | NC
Join Keep Charlotte Beautiful for the last round of the litter study. Groups of 2-3 will sample assigned road segments as part of a yearlong litter study in Charlotte. One or two people will collect the litter and call out the litter type; the other will tally the litter type on a form.
There are 250 streets throughout Charlotte that need to be cleaned in 150 ft. segments. Exact times are also flexible. Sign up today!

Carolina Tiny House Festival
2025-04-05 00:00 - 2025-04-06 23:59 UTC | Cabarrus Arena & Event Center, 4751 State Hwy 49, Concord, NC, 28025, United States
Tiny House Big Movement is hosting a weekend event with lots of educational materials.

“The White House Effect” Film Screening
2025-04-04 17:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Shalom Hall, 1900 Queens Rd., Charlotte, NC, 28207, United States
Join Climate Action NC on April 4th, at 5:30 p.m., for a documentary screening of “The White House Effect.” The film courageously revisits how a crucial opportunity for meaningful action against global warming was missed and intentionally undermined, reminding us of the importance of seizing our chances to create change.
Synopsis: “Three decades ago, the world was poised to stop global warming. Using exclusively archival material, THE WHITE HOUSE EFFECT tells the dramatic origin story of the climate crisis and how a political battle in the George H.W. Bush administration changed the course of history.”
(Parking is available along Selwyn Avenue, Roswell Avenue, and Queens Road East. Look for the Education building and head to the front entrance)

Shaping Our Future: Community Voice to Transform Nations Ford
2025-03-29 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | CPCC Harper Campus, 315 W Hebron St, Charlotte, NC, 28273, United States
Workshop structure:

Transforming Nations Ford (TNF) Introduction
Partner presentations
Call to action: Small group discussion (I-77 South extension, investment in rec spaces, #Exit4 pride)
Committees

To learn more, visit the TNF website.

Big Spring Clean
2025-03-29 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | NC
Join Mecklenburg County Parks and Recreation, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services, and Keep Charlotte Beautiful to wrap up Charlotte Creek Week. There are several opportunities to volunteer on this day, so find the opportunity closest to you here.

City of Charlotte FY 2026 Budget Community Conversation
2025-03-27 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Join City of Charlotte Strategy and Budget Staff virtually on Thursday, March 27, at 6 p.m. for a budget-centered community conversation.
This session will offer opportunities for smaller group dialogues in breakout rooms. Conversations will be centered around workforce development, mobility, and housing. Please be sure to complete the registration form to indicate your greatest areas of interest. The City will work to ensure the correct staff are available to answer questions and receive your feedback.
A link to the meeting will be sent at least 48 hours in advance.

A Walk in the Park: Creek Week Edition
2025-03-25 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Freedom Park, 1908 East Blvd, Charlotte, NC, 28203, United States
Celebrate “Creek Week” 2025! Sign up today to help keep your favorite park or greenway clean and healthy by picking up litter! A great way to spend a couple of hours at lunchtime by getting outdoors and helping in your community.
On this date Mecklenburg County Parks and Recreation will partner with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services to conduct an “extended” cleanup of the Little Sugar Creek stream; as well as picking up litter along the Greenway. “Keep Charlotte Beautiful” will also be represented, to take a team on the surrounding neighborhood streets!
PARKING: Use the East Boulevard entrance to Freedom Park, listed below – continue to the Stop sign, turn left and park in the large lot to the RIGHT just past the soccer fields.
Volunteers should plan to bring their own gloves and water supply, and dress appropriately for the weather. Extra gloves will be available; and litter pickers and trash bags are provided.

Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes – REQUIRED! If you plan to participate in the STREAM cleanup, some waders will be available – or plan to wear waterproof boots.
Volunteers must be at least 10 years old. Anyone under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by an adult!
Each Volunteer must sign up individually in order to acknowledge their review of and agreement with the Volunteer Waiver/Photo Release and Safety Guidelines – READ and click to acknowledge in your response. An adult must acknowledge for anyone under the age of 18.

If you have questions, or if you have a group who would like to help on a different day, please contact the Park & Recreation Volunteer Coordinator at Karen.Howard@MeckNC.gov or 980-314-1046 (office). Learn more here.

Charlotte Metro Climate Reality Project Virtual Meeting
2025-03-24 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
On March 24th at 6 pm the Charlotte Metro Climate Reality Project (CRP) will be hosting the NC CRP Coalition. The guest speaker will be former NC House State Representative, John Autry. He has graciously agreed to help us understand the NC legislative process. This a virtual event: https://climatereality.zoom.us/j/97522409722?pwd=[REDACTED]

Creek Week Kickoff
2025-03-22 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | 2116 Margaret Wallace Road, Charlotte, NC 28105
Kickoff the 7th annual “Creek Week!” On this date, Park & Recreation partners with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water and Keep Charlotte Beautiful to conduct a combined Greenway, Stream and Street litter cleanup!
Volunteers will be able to choose how they would like to help: in the Stream, on the Greenway, or on the surrounding neighborhood streets – in this huge effort to care for our precious waterways and our whole environment!
*PARKING is limited at the Greenway entrance – please plan to park in the Independence Square Shopping Center, 7211 E Independence Blvd, 28227 – in the lot closest to Margaret Wallace Road; then walk to the Greenway. Watch for signs!
Please plan to arrive early, so that we can check in volunteers, divide into Stream (in the water), Street and Greenway teams, and review safety instructions.

Volunteers should plan to bring their own work gloves (extras will be available) and water supply.
Please wear long pants and closed-toe shoes (REQUIRED, NO sandals, Crocs or flip-flops!)
Anyone under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by an adult!
Each Volunteer must sign up individually in order to acknowledge their review of and agreement with the Volunteer Waiver and Safety Guidelines – READ and click to acknowledge in your response. An adult must acknowledge for anyone under the age of 18.

If you have questions about the project or about registration, please contact the Park & Recreation Volunteer Coordinator at Karen.Howard@MeckNC.gov or 980-314-1046. Learn more here.

End of Season TreeAdoption
2025-03-22 08:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | TreesCharlotte, 701 Tuckaseegee Road, Charlotte, NC, 28208, United States
TreesCharlotte is excited to provide the End of Season TreeAdoption. All Charlotte residents are invited to come out and get some trees. There will be have a mix of species, from small flowering to canopy building to evergreen screening. There’s something for everybody.
A link to register for trees will be added to the event website on Friday, March 14th at 10:00 am.
Here’s what you need to know:
Registration details

Registration is required and opens at 10:00 am Friday, March 14th (link will be posted above on Friday, March 14th at 10:00 am) and closes when trees “sell out” or at 11:59 pm Thursday, March 20th.
Each registration requires a unique name, address, and email address. Registrants using the same contact details for multiple registrations will be canceled.
Each registration is limited to 2 trees. While the registration form does not limit the total number of trees, registrations requesting more than 2 trees will be canceled.
Registrations are limited to City of Charlotte residents only. Registered addresses outside of the City of Charlotte will be automatically canceled.
The list of trees below are expected from our growers. In case they are not of the quality we demand, we reserve the right to substitute with a similar species.
Reselling TreesCharlotte trees or using them for profit is prohibited and will result in a ban from future TreesCharlotte events and adoptions.
All attendees are required to go through a planting demonstration at the adoption. This is a requirement for all participants, even if you have adopted trees or planted trees with us previously.
Plan for at least 45 minutes to receive your trees during the adoption.
If you are picking up trees on behalf of a neighbor or friend, bring a copy of their registration with you to the event.

We Fight Back! 2.0: Student March WCHS to JCSU
2025-03-21 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | West Charlotte High School, 2219 Senior Drive, Charlotte, NC, United States
On March 21st, the NAACP Charlotte-Mecklenburg Branch, Black Voters Matter, and U2U will be marching from West Charlotte High School, 2219 Senior Drive to Johnson C. Smith University (JCSU), 100 Beatties Ford Road, at 5:30pm. Once at JCSU, enjoy refreshments during a discussion about how to protect our democracy and know our rights!

Climate Inequity CLT
2025-03-21 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | NC
Attend a conversation with two of Charlotte’s top environmental leaders: former mayor of Charlotte and CMCL co-founder, Jennifer Roberts and public educator and founder of Harvesting Humanity, Eboné Lockett! The event will take place on Friday, 3/21 in 124 McEniry Hall from 1-2 pm and light refreshments will be provided.

Jennifer Roberts and Eboné Lockett will share with us about their life-long dedication to climate justice work in Charlotte government and educational leadership. Read their bios here.

Moderators Dr. Michael Ewers (EEGS), Dr. Tina Shull (HIST), and Adreonna Bennett (Atkins Library) will also discuss the Climate Inequality CLT project, including the Climate Inequality CLT Atlas and StoryMaps built with students and support from the Urban Institute, and how the project leverages data, digital storytelling, public exhibits, oral histories, and community conversations to elevate Charlotte’s environmental justice leadership.

Please RSVP at:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffuypK723OKsZvIMiq1E9u9IXtmYSGXcmFlpELnF0hYKiMxQ/viewform
This event is co-sponsored by CHARP and the Department of Earth, Environmental, and Geographical Sciences Speaker Series.

Be a Better Advocate!
2025-03-18 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Patagonia Charlotte, 101 W. Worthington Ave, Charlotte, NC, 28203
Join Charlotte Mecklenburg Climate Leaders and CleanAIRE NC to learn ways to be a better advocate for our climate. This interactive event will include time to connect with other environmentalists and environmental groups in our area.
Tuesday, March 18, 2025 | 7:00pm
Patagonia Charlotte
101 W. Worthington Avenue #180
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