Community Resource Links
Afro American Cultural Center
http://www.aacc-charlotte.org/
The Afro-American Cultural Center exists to present, preserve and promote African American art, culture and history for the education and enlightenment of all.
Asian American Chamber of Commerce of the Carolinas
http://www.caacc.com/index.php
The goals of the AACCC are to: - Foster cooperation and interaction within the Asian communities and between the community at large in Charlotte and the Carolinas for the betterment of commerce, culture and communication. - To promote, sponsor and support efforts to sustain our traditional heritages through excellence in business practice, education, volunteerism and public service.
Bakalao Stars
http://www.bakalaostars.com/
Buay Calito
(My Space) http://www.myspace.com/buaycalito
(Creative Loafing) http://charlotte.creativeloafing.com/gyrobase/buay_calito/Content?oid=314878
Cambodian Buddhist Society
219 Owen Blvd Charlotte, NC 28213 (704) 596-6628
Caroleen Sanders (Listing with Indian Arts and Crafts Board)
http://www.doi.gov/iacb/order/listings/sc.html
Creations from the Good Earth. By appointment.
Catawba Indian Nation
http://www.catawbaindiannation.com/
The Catawba Indian Nation is the only federally recognized Indian tribe in the state of South Carolina. The tribe's reservation is located in York County, a bedroom community for the booming Charlotte, NC area. The reservation is adjacent to the beautiful Catawba River, designated as a state scenic river in June 2008 by Governor Mark Sanford. The Catawba are proud of their past, and they continue to make pottery, sing, dance, drum, and share their heritage and culture. A variety of programs for visitors are offered at the cultural center.
Charlotte Dragon Boat Festival
http://www.charlottedragonboat.com/
Join us for an authentic and festive celebration of the many Asian cultures that have embraced the Carolinas as their home.
Charlotte Observer
http://www.charlotteobserver.com/
Cotton Ginning Days
http://www.co.gaston.nc.us/ParksAndRec/CottonGinningDays/index.htm
Cotton Ginning Days was started in 1988 to preserve the heritage of blue-collar workers in the South and provide patrons an experience of life as it was lived in the late 1800's and early 1900's around Gaston County. The focal point of this annual 3-day fall festival is a restored operational cotton gin on permanent exhibit in the Gaston County Park in Dallas. Today more than 30,000 people are drawn here to see more than 300 exhibits of antique agricultural and textile machinery from all over the Southeast.
Deutsche Schule Charlotte
http://www.dsclt.com/links.htm
The Deutsche Schule Charlotte was founded in 1974 with the mission to help German speaking children maintain their language skills and expand their cultural knowledge of German customs and traditions.
Gay & Lesbian Community Center
http://www.gaycharlotte.com/index.php
The Lesbian and Gay Community Center provides space and opportunity to nurture, celebrate, and empower our diverse LGBT community through programs, events, and collaboration
Hindu Center of Charlotte
http://www.hinducenter-charlotte.org/
The Hindu Center of Charlotte provides spiritual, cultural and educational services to the greater Charlotte area.
House of Africa
1215 Thomas Ave Charlotte, NC 28205 (704) 376-6160
International Center
http://www.ihclt.org/
The International Center is dedicated to bringing Charlotte and the world together. Our mission is to promote international understanding by serving as a center for diversity, advocating for people of diverse national backgrounds and facilitating professional and cultural programs.
Islamic Center of Charlotte South
http://www.iccsouth.org/pages/index.php
ICC South is a non-profit Islamic organization serving the Muslims of Greater Charlotte area. Its mission is to provide Islamic educational, social and cultural services to the Muslim community in the region and to promote the teachings of Islam to the inquiring non-Muslim.
Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte - Community Directory
http://www.jewishcharlotte.org/section.aspx?ID=5
Whether you are new to Charlotte or you've been here for years, our Community Directory (available through our office) will help you find whatever you are looking for -- everything Jewish in Charlotte, from preschools to senior services! Use our Community Directory to discover all that Charlotte's Jewish community has to offer.
Juneteenth Festival of the Carolinas
http://www.juneteenthofthecarolinas.com/
The mission of the Juneteenth Festival of the Carolinas is to present the history of slavery in the America and to commemorate its (slavery's) ending. The major intent of the festival is to examine the cultural heritage of the slaves and their descendents through art, education, and research. Further, our aim is to cultivate the true spirit of freedom.
Latin American Coalition
http://www.latinamericancoalition.org/
The Latin American Coalition is dedicated to serving Mecklenburg County's 75,000 Hispanic families with the services that allow them to overcome language, economic, educational and cultural barriers while offering the wider community opportunities to learn about and connect with the Latino population.
Leigh Dyer's New Around Town Blog
http://charlottenewcomers.blogspot.com/
Leigh Dyer is the former Newcomer Reporter for the Charlotte Observer and former editor of the annual Living Here Magazines, both published by the Observer. Leigh grew up in Charlotte, roots for the Duke Blue Devils and prefers her barbecue eastern style.
Mecklenburg Ministries
http://www.meckmin.org/
Mecklenburg Ministries builds bridges across differences by engaging clergy, encouraging congregations and energizing the community through the inspiration of our shared faith traditions. We are an interfaith cooperation of congregations and their members that: ~fosters interfaith cooperation ~ promotes racial and ethnic understanding ~addresses social justice needs in our community.
Orquesta Carolina
http://www.etacarina.net/
Paleteria La Potosina 223 N Main St Oakboro, NC 28129
(704) 485-8401
Paper Skyscraper
http://www.paperskyscraper.com/
"Dilworth's Little Department Store" An urban, fun place to shop, explore and discover.
Reinaldo Brahn
(Brazil Carolinas) http://www.brazilcarolinas.org/reinaldo/
(MySpace) http://www.myspace.com/reinaldobrahn
Refugee Rettlement, Catholic Social Services, Diocese of Charlotte
http://www.cssnc.org/refugee.html
The Refugee Resettlement Office provides quality services and a caring support system that will empower refugees to become self-sufficient, self-reliant and productive members of society. The office serves as a link between the refugee population, other service agencies and the local community.
Rey Norteno
(MySpace) http://www.myspace.com/reynorteno
Souls of Our Students
http://www.meckmin.org/content/view/267/187/
"Souls of Our Students" captures the stories of the diversity of students in our Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools and addresses the following areas of diversity: racial minorities, minority religions, socioeconomic issues, and issues of sexual orientation.
Yiasou Greek Festival
http://www.yiasoufestival.org/
Yiasou (the Greek word for Hello, Goodbye and Cheers) Greek Festival features Hellenic cultural exhibits, authentic Greek cuisine and pastries, entertainment, art, shopping and more.
