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We are so excited about 2022! It's a new year and a new beginning for the new South Charlotte Lifestyle - City Lifestyle magazine. The parent company of our franchise magazine has changed its name from Lifestyle Publications to City Lifestyle to be compatible with our new digital media, City Lifestyle, launched in 2020 at the beginning of the pandemic. What a brave move! We always knew that our leadership was the best and our new changes will carry us forward into the next chapter. Our magazine reached a 5-year milestone in 2021 and I became the sole publisher/owner of South Charlotte Lifestyle - City Lifestyle magazine when George Zorrilla, the founder, decided to take a step back and focus on sales instead of ownership so that he could spend more time with his family. Our success is a result of long-standing relationships with our marketing partners and our readers; we thank everyone for the support you've given that has contributed to our growth. On the Cover we recognize our 4-year Readers' Choice Award Winning Partner, Webb Orthodontics, as they expand to their second location. We are so proud of them and all of our marketing partners for their success and for the contributions they make to our community. You'll want to vote for this year's Readers' Choice nominees by visiting readerschoiceclt.com. This is also the issue when we focus on health and wellness, so you'll find articles on healthy dental care, healthy food, financial wellness and great travel to help you keep a healthy balance and state of mind. Live well and enjoy the New Year! You'll notice our new look in this issue too. We've added some new things but the overall message is still the same. We are here for you South Charlotte and we're always interested in hearing from you. Feel free to reach out to me at lyn.coaldwell@citylifestyle.com. Happy New Year and the Very Best to You South Charlotte! LY N C O A L D W E L L , P U B L I S H E R @SOUTHCHARLOT TELIFEST YLE

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14 Charlotte to Vegas: The Ultimate Day

Lifestyle Letter

City Scene

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20 Healthy Lifestyle

20 A Healthy Smile is a Beautiful Smile

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CHARLOTTE TO VEGAS: THE ULTIMATE DAY TRIP OR A COMPLETE VACATION GETAWAY ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY CAROL LONG, RONI FISHKIN, DR VALORIE MCALPIN

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LAS VEGAS Las Vegas has always been a tourist hot spot. Recently Charlotteans have discovered the potential low airfare prices combined with a travel industry on the rebound from COVID shutdowns. Sin City is now the perfect destination for those looking for a short respite from their usual routine or those looking for new cultures to explore. It’s also great for those seeking adventure in a completely different setting. Read on for some helpful travel tips on how you can make the trip to Vegas you’ve always dreamed of while making the most of your time there to ensure an experience you’ll never forget!

VEGAS IN A DAY! If what you need is a complete change of pace from your ordinary routine and you’re ready to experience a totally different scene, consider making a day trip to Las Vegas! If you’re thinking the trip sounds fun but can’t really be done well in a day, plan your 24-hour getaway with these trusty travel tips in mind: Take an early flight. Doing so will mean you will arrive in Vegas in the morning. Chances are you will be greeted by sunny, warm weather that invites you to relax and take in the sights and sounds of the famous Vegas strip. Sleep on the plane: If you can manage to sleep while in flight, the three-hour time difference will be an advantage. You can arrive ready to enthusiastically take in all the city has to offer. Dress for comfort: Go explore and enjoy the city rather than camping out in the packed casinos all day! Athleisure clothing with comfortable shoes is all you need. If you must pack, take only the essentials so you can focus on the adventure you are having, not the weight you are carrying around! Keep it fun and light!

Enjoy the local cuisine. You’ll arrive just in time for brunch, providing the perfect opportunity to replenish your hunger and thirst. The Vegas strip is home to numerous outdoor brunch spots, offering you the chance to rejuvenate and enjoy being waited on as you soak up the local flavor with as much exotic flare as you desire. Put those comfortable shoes to use. Now, you should be ready to do some walking, so head over to Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat at The Mirage Hotel. Check out the tigers, lions, panthers and dolphins up close. It’s time to shop! Now you should be energized and ready to do some Las Vegas-level shopping. Take advantage of the designer boutiques, spending as much or as little as your travel budget allows. I guarantee you will enjoy the extra attention you receive, and a shopping excursion in Vegas will be one to remember. Ready for a break? If you find your busy day has left you in need of a bit of me time to relax and recover, simply find one of the many salons on the strip that offer spa services and request a facial and massage. Pampering yourself in this way will give you the perfect, leisurely break to help you wind down after your adventure-packed day. The Bellagio Hotel Fountain and Light Display. Choreographed to music, this dramatic exhibition has become a mainstay of the Vegas evening skyline and for good reason. It is a breathtaking sight to behold which onlookers can appreciate while having dinner in one of the numerous surrounding restaurants or can be enjoyed while indulging in your favorite beverage purchased from one of the many coffee shops or bars also located nearby. Heading home. If you didn’t have time for dinner before heading to the airport to catch your flight home, be sure to take advantage of the airport courtesy lounges to eat and be pampered while you await your flight. You’ll be taking a red-eye flight, so once again, getting sleep on the plane will make all the difference! If you’re able to rest on that overnight flight back to Charlotte, you’ll arrive early the following day, feeling rested, refreshed and ready to jump back into your regular routine.

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VEGAS IS BACK! There’s no doubt about it, Roni Kasten Fishkin, Director of Marketing and Vendor Relations for Mann Travels, located in the Arboretum Shopping Center, contends confidently, “The Las Vegas recovery has hit its stride…travel industry insiders report the world’s self-proclaimed Entertainment Capital to be among the most popular destinations emerging from the pandemic. Corporate travel and big conferences are fueling this trend.” The current sights and sounds of the city give evidence to this statement. Travelers making their way to top destinations along the famed Vegas strip such as The Venetian Resort, a 5-star hotel offering high-end accommodations including luxury and personalized services to its guests, is described by Roni as nothing short of “a sprawling mecca of gambling, shopping, dining and entertainment—located smack in the middle of the bustling strip.” The Venetian Resort is a sight to behold, as it is surrounded by canals, reproductions of the waterways that surround the Italian city from which the resort takes its name. Reproduction gondolas sail along the resort canals completing the effect. Roni affirms that the multitude of world-renowned restaurants and exclusive shops that are at the heart of the city’s culture are once again packed with eager customers and that the streams of additional patrons waiting in lines to enter these leading attractions “tell the story—Vegas is back!”

SIN CITY HASN’T MISSED A STEP As Roni rightfully points out, “There really is no place in the world like Vegas” a fantasy city built upon glitz and make-believe, surrounded by bright lights to heighten the effect. Vegas is an adventurer’s paradise, where the options are seemingly endless. For a glamourous getaway, enjoy the best of fine dining, high-end shopping and entertainment by the biggest names in show biz, all while relaxing in luxurious accommodations. For those who want to see another side of the city, there are tattoo parlors, Elvis look-alikes and of course, slot machines galore!

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LAS VEGAS: BEYOND THE CASINOS If the glitz of the Vegas Strip gets to be too much for you, there’s always the Fremont Experience, a collection of sights and activities on historic Fremont Street, the second most famous street in the city and the oldest. Fremont is accessible by local bus and offers a living tour of the city’s history, including the downtown area’s first casino, The Golden Gate Hotel and Casino. Known by locals as Glitter Gulch, Fremont is Old Vegas and offers an assortment of street vendors and entertainers, family-friendly activities including zip-lining as well as restaurants and you guessed it, casinos.

DESTINATIONS JUST OUTSIDE THE CITY Interested in nature? The desert surrounding Las Vegas is beautiful and alluring with majestic mountains and colorful canyons, complete with awe-inspiring sunsets. The Hoover Dam, which stands at over 700 feet tall and is the most visited dam in the world, is just 30 miles outside of Las Vegas. Trips to the Grand Canyon can also be arranged, making Vegas the perfect center point for a trip to see some of the most visited sites in the region. With so much to see and do, it can be difficult to plan your trip effectively, being sure to hit all the top spots on everyone’s list of must-see and do activities. No worries! The right travel professional can put together your visit to Las Vegas based on your budget. Let the travel professionals at Mann Travels assist you in making your visit to Las Vegas everything you imagine! Contact manntravels.com to start planning your Vegas adventure today!

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Have you ever thought, “I would love a more beautiful, confident smile! Only, it’s purely cosmetic and I shouldn’t be so vain…”? Wrong! The orthodontists at Webb Orthodontics hear that all the time but, spoiler alert, virtually all of those patients enjoy health benefits from straightening their teeth! Dr. Jeff Goldsmith of Webb Orthodontics says that when teeth are not aligned properly and out of their proper place, they are at an increased risk for health-related consequences. "There is an extremely high correlation between cosmetics and function when it comes to teeth," Dr. Goldsmith says. "For example, we commonly see patients come to us because of the crowding in their upper or lower, front teeth. What they see is an aesthetic issue but what we see as orthodontists is a plaque-trap that is difficult to clean which could lead to future cavities or gum recession--which means needles, drills, and pain.

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By straightening the teeth, yes, the cosmetics are dramatically improved, however, so is the ability to better maintain the health of those teeth and avoid those things." And although patients primarily come in due to an aesthetic concern, Dr. Webb points out that oftentimes, the symptoms will only get worse unless the underlying issue is addressed - and the earlier the better. "A common issue we see is adults that are starting to see gum recession on certain teeth, " Dr. Webb says. "Frequently, the recession is from what we call ‘traumatic occlusion’ or when teeth are not contacting properly during chewing. At our office, we always take a 3D-scan in just 2 minutes - that emits no radiation - and evaluate the patient’s bite on a screen right in front of them. We can verify if improper contacts are causing traumatic force on teeth leading to abfraction (microfractures of enamel) and gum recession. It’s never been easier to make a proper diagnosis and communicate it effectively with patients than it is with today’s technology. Webb Orthodontics is pleased to offer this state-of-the-art technology to patients.” And although it's a nice perk, a gorgeous new smile isn't the main point of orthodontic treatment. "From the Doctor’s perspective, orthodontics isn't just about cosmetics or a pretty smile," Dr. Niki Mason says. "Although that is the main driver that brings patients through the door, it is important to address the underlying issue and improve their function to set up the patient for long-term success… otherwise, what is the point? Well-aligned and well-functioning teeth are easier to clean, maintain and will last longer. I think more and more people are coming to value their dental health and overall health.” Spoiler alert #2 - 99.9% of patients can be treated with Invisalign at Webb Orthodontics. Even if you have been told you are not an Invisalign candidate, the doctors at Webb Orthodontics have been designated a top 1% Invisalign provider in the world and can most likely tackle your issue with Invisalign. "With the advances in Invisalign, orthodontic treatment has never been more comfortable, convenient or faster," says Dr. Jamie Martin. “There are certainly differences between Invisalign and braces, and one might be a better fit for individual patients, but we are confident we can help almost every person that walks through our doors with whichever system they prefer.” When you are ready to engage in your smile-improvement journey, The team at Webb Orthodontics is well-equipped to help you meet your goals. Every orthodontist on the team went to dental school, just like your general dentist, but then went back to school for 2-3 years to study orthodontics and now specialize their practice in orthodontics all day, every day.

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Planning For A Life Of Financial Wellness ARTICLE BY WILLIAM SMITH AND CAROL LONG

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As a financial strategies consultant, William Smith works closely with clients to design financial strategies that provide confidence and clarity while helping to protect their future. Using customized plans that are created through a true partnership, he empowers his clients to weather the inescapable challenges that our financial world inevitably presents. He also helps his clients recognize the need for a life plan. William encourages his clients to take full responsibility for their lives. Where you are today is a result of the choices you made yesterday. And where you’ll be tomorrow is a result of the choices you’ll make today. It’s never too late to become the person you were meant to be, regardless of your age.

CREATING A LIFE PLAN • Assess where you are in your life. • Identify what is truly important to you. • Create a vision for who you want to become. • Create specific action plans to carry out your vision. Success is a process of constant and never-ending improvement. Follow the steps and put in the work to become who you want to be.

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Life is like a camera. You focus on what’s important, capture the good times, develop from the negative, and if things don’t work out, you take another shot. Hey, if plan A didn’t work, don’t worry. The alphabet has 25 more letters. Persistence is the key. If the plan doesn’t work, change the plan, but never the goal. Know your goal, make a plan, and pull the trigger. Set goals so big that you can’t achieve them until you grow into the person who can. Wealthy people plan for three generations. Poor people plan for Saturday night. Which do you want to be? William believes in tough love and planning for all three phases of life. When you are working, there may not be many rules to go by; but the closer you get to your full retirement age, the more the rules and your goals change. Then as you retire, you have another set of rules. William can help guide you through all phases of your life. He can help you navigate your way through the go-go years (while building your career, making money and possibly growing your family), the slow-go years (you're approaching and planning for retirement) and the no-go years (the retirement years when you're looking for ways to ensure your financial resources will outlive you). Let William help you create a customized life plan today. Call him at 704.213.5747 | CELL: 704.907.9258 | WILLIAM@ FSC-TEAM.ORG | ROLLOVERRETIREMENTINCOME.COM Financial strategies consultant William Smith is a trained expert in IRA and long-term care planning and the preservation of assets along with how to maximize the biggest benefits, retirement, Social Security and estate planning with a tax-free income. William has over 32 years in the financial services industry, with specialties in pre and post retirement income planning, legacy, crisis and charitable giving plans. During his career, he's made it a mission to help educate seniors on how to preserve their life's work of saving so they don’t outlive their money, can have a successful retirement and are able to enjoy every day to its fullest without financial worry. JANUARY 2 0 2 2 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM/SOU THC HA R LOT T E

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LYN COALDWELL - PUBLISHER Lyn has been a staple in the Charlotte business community for 36 years and has been a publisher of South Charlotte Lifestyle since November 2018. Before joining the Lifestyle family, she helped create, grow and sell businesses of her own in addition to consulting with others to help them do the same. She is a graduate of UNC Greensboro with degrees in business and marketing. She also studied for her MBA at Clemson University. She began her corporate marketing career in New York City and subsequently moved to Atlanta, Pittsburgh and finally back to Charlotte. She is completely immersed in the South Charlotte community and is fully committed to helping promote, grow and increase the visibility of businesses in South Charlotte.

GEORGE ZORRILLA - SALES DIRECTOR & FOUNDER After 32 successful and rewarding years in the corporate world, George fulfilled his desire of starting his own business when he founded South Charlotte Lifestyle in 2016. As such, he is the original heart and soul of the magazine. George is a University of Florida graduate, holding a degree in business administration with a focus in marketing.

CAROL LONG - EDITOR Carol is a new member of the South Charlotte City Lifestyle family. She was initially assigned as a Publisher Assistant but her talents were quickly recognized and she was promoted to Editor. This UNC Chapel Hill Tar Heel alumna graduated with a degree in Business Adminstration and has a background in telecommunications engineering/project management, so she has enjoyed diverging into the creative world of editing, writing and publishing. Carol enjoys traveling the world, experiencing different cultures, and meeting new people along the way.

NELSON SWEEZY - SALES EXECUTIVE Nelson has been an essential member of the South Charlotte Lifestyle family since its inception. He is a graduate of North Carolina State University and an MBA graduate from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Before joining the South Charlotte Lifestyle team, he operated as a sales and advertising executive for over 15 years, working for Motorsports Image, Motorsports Industry News, Greater Charlotte Biz and more. In addition to his work with South Charlotte Lifestyle, Nelson is a drum student at Charlotte Music School, a comprehensive school that offers music education in most instruments, including music theory to over 250 students, ages five to adult.

MELISSA LATIN - SOCIAL MEDIA DIRECTOR Founder of the food and fashion-focused blog, Charlotte Fashion Plate – joined the South Charlotte Lifestyle family in the spring of 2019. Her years of experience and pure talent in social media marketing, knowledge of the greater Charlotte area and connections to local businesses and organizations have made her a vital component of the team. Plus, if you are a regular reader of South Charlotte Lifestyle, you will often see her recipes featured in some of our issues. Melissa has also appeared on WBTV on multiple occasions, showcasing her delicious recipes in partnership with local businesses. charlottefashionplate.com

MELINDA BURRIS - WRITER AND EDITORIAL ASSISTANT Melinda joined South Charlotte Lifestyle as a contributor in June 2018 and later became a sales executive as her interest to be more involved in the success of the magazine flourished. She is a graduate of Queens University with a degree in art history and has over 14 years of experience in publishing, marketing, content creation and public relations. Melinda currently teaches Digital Marketing at UNC Chapel Hill.

VALORIE MCALPIN - WRITER AND EDITORIAL ASSISTANT Dr. Valorie McAlpin has spent her entire career in higher education and retired from UNC Charlotte where she served as director of the Center for Teaching and Learning. Other positions held include, associate dean for the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of MD, College Park, and director of agricultural communications at NC A&T State University. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, book club discussions, yoga, and spending time with her family.

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3 TBLS sweet orange marmalade 2 TBLS orange juice 1/2 tsp kosher salt 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

Share on Facebook. Cheers to the New Year! As we venture into 2022, let’s take on a new attitude towards eating healthy. Instead of adding another salad to your diet plan, rethink health food on a whole new level with this flavorful recipe for Peppery Orange Scallops. Four scallops, using this preparation, contain less than one gram of fat, around sixteen carbs and almost fifteen grams of protein. Additionally, this recipe will also work great with salmon or shrimp. As an alternative to grilling, the scallops can be prepared in a cast iron pan on the stovetop. Soak the cedar planks in water for at least one hour. Use a heavy object to keep the planks submerged. While the cedar planks are soaking, prep the remaining ingredients. Gently rinse the scallops and remove the foot. Allow the scallops to dry on paper towels. Once the planks are ready, heat up the grill to medium-high. Lay the planks on the grill. Add four scallops to each plank. Season with kosher salt and black pepper. Place lid and allow the scallops to cook for about five minutes. As the scallops are cooking, mix all the ingredients for the peppery orange sauce in a heavy bottom pot. Place the pot on the grill at low heat and allow the sauce to cook down for a few minutes. Once the scallops are finished, drizzle each with the peppery orange sauce. Remove the planks from the grill and garnish with orange zest and fresh chopped parsley. ENJOY!

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H e a lt h y a n d Sustainable Goals for the New Year LINDSAY YOUNG’S NUTRITIONAL AND FITNESS STRIDES

SOME OF US MEDITATE DAILY, SOME OF US SWEAT FOR AN HOUR IN OUR GARAGE, SOME OF US DREAM OF A #FITSPO LIFE AND SOME OF US HIT THE SNOOZE BUTTON AND FALL BACK ASLEEP. Face it, the Year 2021 was a roller coaster for all of us but Lindsay Young of Lindsay Lives Well, shows us that we can start making strides for a better year, a better us, together, in 2022. HOW CAN ONE START OFF THE NEW YEAR WITH A REASONABLE AND SUSTAINABLE NUTRITION GOAL? I like to have my clients start by focusing on the first third of their day. Often, at the start of the New Year, we are overenthusiastic about our health goals and attempt to overhaul our entire life all at once. This quickly leads to failure and discouragement. I ask my clients to start with breakfast and a goal of eliminating added sugar, eating real, unprocessed foods, and incorporating 20 – 30 grams of protein. Once they’ve

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dialed in a consistent, healthy first third of the day we

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then move on to tackling the next meal. This is a true

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habit change that leads to results that last. WHAT ARE SOME TIPS FOR ACHIEVING THESE GOALS AT HOME AND STAYING SAFE? Meal planning is a great strategy for reducing the number of trips you need to make to the store and out of the house. Decide on the recipes you’ll be making for

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the entire week and the ingredients you need to stock

as it is while simultaneously having goals to change

up on for your go-to staple meals. One of my current

it. Often, we mistakenly think we have to choose.

clients was going to the grocery store every day to pick

The way this all plays out is a result of your mindset.

up ingredients for dinner each night! By incorporating

When we come from a place of appreciating our

weekly meal planning she’s reduced her trips to one

bodies and choosing health as a way of stewarding

single shop, cutting down on trips outside her home,

it as a gift, the journey is so much more enjoyable.

and making it easy to stay on track with healthy eating.

Everybody is meant to move, be fueled with nourishing foods, and restored with self-care. It’s also help-

IS THERE A WAY TO ENCOURAGE MY FAMILY IN

ful to have goals that are not related to aesthetics

A JOINT FITNESS/NUTRITION GOAL FOR 2022?

as a means of measuring progress, such as better

Leading by example is the most persuasive strategy!

energy and sleep.

More is caught than taught, so if your family sees you being active and taking care of your body by eating

HOW CAN I INCORPORATE LIFESTYLE CHANGES

healthy food they will naturally gravitate towards that

WITH DAY TO DAY ACTIVITIES SUCH AS BIKING

as well. For fitness, ask your family what kind of activ-

OR WALKING?

ities they enjoy doing. This year our family had a goal

Our bodies are designed to move, we are not

of going on an “adventure” once a week. Sometimes

meant to be sedentary! Walking is my favorite form

it was a big hike, other weeks it was a stroll along the

of exercise. It’s an incredibly effective way to burn fat

Green Belt. For nutrition, focus on the experience and

and improve metabolism without increasing appetite

celebrate what you “get” to eat. You could have a goal

or boosting cortisol levels. High-intensity exercise

to try a new recipe once a week and take turns with

may be a useful tool for some people but it can

who gets to choose what’s on the menu.

backfire by placing excessive amounts of stress on the body. Walking is an activity that doesn’t require

WHAT IS YOUR ADVICE FOR WORKING WITH

a gym membership and can be done in short spurts

AND ACCEPTING THE BODIES WE HAVE?

throughout the day. You can break up your steps into

The first step is to embrace the belief that it is possible to love and appreciate your body just

several 10 or 15-minute walks throughout the day and it quickly adds up!

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Start Your New Year Off With A Healthy Stride at the Greenway

AN N E S PRIN G S CLOS E G R EENWAY, F O RT MI L L , S C | 1 0 :0 0 A M Ring in the New Year with this classic 8k race highlighting some of the best trails on this special Greenway. The race will start at the Rush Pavilion. Bib pickup will begin at 9:00 AM at the same location. Awards will be given to the best overall along with age group winners. Registration is required for permit and insurance purposes. Visit raceplace.com for more information. JA N UA RY 8T H

12th Annual Ambassador’s Ball

QUAIL HOLLOW COUNTRY CLUB, 3700 GLENEAGLES ROAD, CHARLOTTE, NC 28210 | 7:00 PM On January 8, 2022 the Allegro Foundation’s Board of Directors proudly presents the 12th Annual Ambassador’s Ball Honoring Ambassador Sidney Collie of the Bahamas to benefit the Allegro Foundation, a Champion for Children with Disabilities. The event will be held at Quail Hollow Club, 3700 Gleneagles Road, Charlotte, NC 28210, allegrofoundation.net . JA N UA RY 8T H

The Story of Chinese Culture Returns to the Stage

BELK THEATER AT BLUMEN THA L P E R F O R MI NG A RTS Shen Yun All-New Production with Live Orchestra appears at the Belk Theater on January 8 - 9, 2022. The gong resounds, the curtain opens, and a heavenly scene is right before your eyes. Through breathtaking dance and music, Shen Yun’s artists tell of a time when divine beings walked upon the earth, leaving behind a culture that inspired generations. Shen Yun’s works convey the extraordinary depth and breadth of genuine Chinese culture, and brings the magnificence of five thousand years of civilization back to life on stage. JAN UA RY 1 4 T H

Mahler Symphony No. 9

BELK THEATER, 130 N . TRYON ST R E E T A powerful meditation on the human condition will be presented by the Charlotte Symphony. Mahler’s Ninth Symphony was his final completed work. Devastating and fearlessly introspective, this profound work explores ideas about life and death. Christopher Warren-Green will conduct this spectacular event at 7:30 pm on January 14-15, 2022, charlottesymphony.org, 704.972.2000. JA NUA RY 1 8T H

Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of the Temptations (Live)

BELK THEATER AT BLUMEN THA L P E R F O R MI NG A RTS C E NT E R The new electrifying, smash-hit Broadway musical at the Belk Theater in Blumenthal Performing Arts Center January 18 - 23, 2022 follows the Temptations’ amazing journey from the streets of Detroit to R&B success. It is about five guys with one dream. Don't miss this unforgettable story of this legendary quintet about a sound that has made music history. Buy your tickets at blumenthalarts.org . JA N UA RY 2 1 ST

Spaced Out: Sci-Fi Movie Music performed by the Charlotte Symphony

KN IG HT THEATER , 430 S . TRYO N ST R E E T The Charlotte Symphony performs favorite sci-fi film scores from movies which would be unimaginable without music. From Star Wars to Star Trek and Close Encounters of the Third Kind, relive unforgettable moments in movie history through the iconic scores with Christopher James Lees as conductor at 7:30 pm on January 21-22, 2022, charlottesymphony.org, 704.972.2000.

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