City of Charlotte

The holidays may be over, but the next opportunity to celebrate and come together for a common cause is right around the corner. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is coming up on January 20, 2025, and there are plenty of events in which you can participate throughout the month. Check out some of the options below or head to cltgov.me/MLK for more information. Memorial and Wreath-Laying Ceremony Wednesday, Jan. 15, noon to 1 p.m. Marshall Park Divine 9 Panel Discussion Wednesday, Jan. 15, 6-8 p.m. Stratford Richardson YMCA Parade Saturday, Jan. 18, 9:30 a.m. Uptown Back to the Basics P.E.A.C.E. Basketball Showcase Saturday, Jan. 18, 10:30 a.m. West Charlotte High School National Observance and CMS Art & Writing Contest Sunday, Jan. 19, 3-5 p.m. CPCC's Parr Center Theater

Happy New Year, Charlotte! 🎆 Here's to another year of making memories in the city we love. Wishing you all a prosperous and joyful 2025. #Happy2025 #Charlotte #QueenCity #NewYear

We caught up with some friends in the Office of Sustainability and Resilience ahead of the ball dropping on 2024. So, naturally, we had to ask them the important questions... Check out our Holiday Hot Takes with OSR and hear what they're excited about in 2025. Hint: It's the amazing work they do for the city.

Please join us in extending a big thank you to all our employees who have volunteered to work over the holidays. Your commitment to our city and our residents does not go unnoticed. We are grateful for your willingness to go the extra mile to keep Charlotte going, no matter the occasion. Happy Holidays! Want to shoutout a special employee? Drop their name below!

Happy Kwanzaa, Charlotte! May this special time bring all who celebrate unity, creativity, and a deeper connection to your roots. The seven principles of Kwanzaa inspire us to build stronger communities and embrace our shared history and culture. 🔴⚫🟢

Happy Hanukkah, Charlotte! Wishing all who celebrate eight days of light, love, and blessings with family and friends. Here’s to a bright and meaningful holiday season. 🕎

Merry Christmas, Charlotte! To all those who celebrate, we wish you a day filled with joy, love, and holiday cheer! Enjoy time with your friends and families as you open all the presents under the tree. 🎄

You still have one more week to help shape the future of Charlotte transit! Head to https://lnkd.in/eBvAgkFN to take the Transit System Plan Update Vision Survey from the Charlotte Area Transit System. Your input is critical as they continue to work towards building a high-quality transit network that serves the needs of residents throughout our region. Take the survey by Dec. 31, 2024, for the chance to win a $100 Visa gift card! Rules apply.

For the fiftieth year in a row, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has delivered toys, bikes, and holiday cheer to children in need through the CMPD Explorers Christmas Project. This time, however, it wasn't just for children in Charlotte. The Heroes Toy Convoy with First Responders will head to the mountains to deliver toys to families impacted by Hurricane Helene. We can't think of a better way to spend the 50th anniversary of this incredible initiative. Here's to a holiday season full of kindness and joy! #HappyHolidays #HolidaysInCharlotte

BEEP BEEP! Calling all transit enthusiasts! Charlotte Area Transit System is accepting applications for the NEW Public Transit Advisory Committee. You'll meet monthly to review transit policies, collect feedback and make recommendations to the Metropolitan Transit Commission. Apply by January 3, 2025 if you: https://meck.co/41noWrw - Want to improve local transit, - Use public transportation, - Live in Mecklenburg County and more.