http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/ Imagine Our Tomorrow, Act Today. If you imagined a story about your tomorrow, what would you do today? Crossroads Charlotte provides a way for people and organizations to act, connect and create a positive future for us all. http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/event/1242/From-the-Back-of-the-Line-Premiere-Screening/ [Fri, May 03 2013] UNC Charlotte's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the Latin American Coalition and Haberdashery Films are proud to present "From the Back of the Line," a documentary film exploring the impact of immigration policies on mixed-immigration status families living and working in Charlotte, North Carolina. The film is produced by Armando Bellmas and Hannah...]]> Wed, 24 Apr 2013 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/event/1242/From-the-Back-of-the-Line-Premiere-Screening/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/blog/820/Online-Directory-Will-Increase-Access-to-Care-Services-for-the-Underserved-and-Internationals/ Charlotte-Mecklenburg Community Relations Committee, Community Building...]]> Wed, 30 Jan 2013 02:19:52 -0500 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/blog/820/Online-Directory-Will-Increase-Access-to-Care-Services-for-the-Underserved-and-Internationals/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/event/1241/Personally-Speaking-Talk-Dalsheim-on-Unsettling-Gaza-Dangerous-Fieldwork-in-a-Conflict-Zone/ [Tue, Feb 12 2013] Offering insights into dangerous fieldwork in the Gaza Strip, UNC Charlotte’s Joyce Dalsheim will consider one of the most contentious issues in the Middle East, during the third installation of the Personally Speaking authors series. Her research resulted in a book, "Unsettling Gaza: Secular Liberalism, Radical Religion, and the Israeli Settlement Project,"...]]> Mon, 28 Jan 2013 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/event/1241/Personally-Speaking-Talk-Dalsheim-on-Unsettling-Gaza-Dangerous-Fieldwork-in-a-Conflict-Zone/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/event/1240/NOV-30-CHARLOTTE-VIEW-The-Chris-Canty-Foundation-with-PresidentChairman-Joseph-Canty/ [Fri, Nov 30 2012] Showtime: Friday, November 30, 2012 at NOON (Eastern Time) Call in Number (805) 830-8344 Short Link: http://tobtr.com/s/3971757 Category: Sports and mentoring Charlotte View welcomes, President/Chairman, Joseph Canty representing the Chris Canty Foundation The Chris Canty Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the total development of youth in the...]]> Tue, 27 Nov 2012 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/event/1240/NOV-30-CHARLOTTE-VIEW-The-Chris-Canty-Foundation-with-PresidentChairman-Joseph-Canty/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/event/1239/Nov-16-CHARLOTTE-VIEW-Callers-Choice-Pick-your-Topic/ [Fri, Nov 16 2012] Today, call in (805) 830-8344 and be part of the Conversation. Topics: What are you grateful for this Thanksgivings? Should your professional life be separate from your sexual life ( the Petraeus case)? Opening song: Opera Singer Marco Varela sings Granada Category: Current Events Duration: 30 minutes Showtime: ...]]> Fri, 16 Nov 2012 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/event/1239/Nov-16-CHARLOTTE-VIEW-Callers-Choice-Pick-your-Topic/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/event/1238/Nov-9-CHARLOTTE-VIEW-Music-Styles-by-Kevin-Marshall-Friends-live-at-Smiling-Moon-Guitars/ [Fri, Nov 09 2012] Call in number: (805)830-8344 Category: Music Duration: 30 minutes Showtime: Friday, November 09, 2012 at 12:00:00 PM Short Link: http://tobtr.com/s/3902007 Charlotte View show about Music styles and genres. We broadcast live from Smiling Moon Guitar with Kevin Marshall, Owner and operator. Short Link: http://tobtr.com/s/3902007 Kevin...]]> Thu, 08 Nov 2012 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/event/1238/Nov-9-CHARLOTTE-VIEW-Music-Styles-by-Kevin-Marshall-Friends-live-at-Smiling-Moon-Guitars/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/event/1237/Personally-Speaking-Talk-Kent-L-Brintnall/ [Wed, Nov 14 2012] Brintnall, UNC Charlotte religious studies and women's & gender studies faculty and the author of EcceHomo (Latin for "Behold the Man"), will speak on his book, called engaging and precisely balanced by critics. His talk will focus on Francis Bacon's paintings, the depiction of suffering male bodies and the complex meaning of such images. Talk touches on art,...]]> Mon, 29 Oct 2012 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/event/1237/Personally-Speaking-Talk-Kent-L-Brintnall/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/event/1236/Without-Sanctuary-Conference-including-free-lecture/ [Thu, Oct 11 2012] “Without Sanctuary: A Conference on Lynching and the American South,” 10/11-13 w/ the Levine Museum of the New South's exhibit of photographs, postcards and narrative exploring this part of history and its lingering impact. One event is a free public talk by Indiana University history Professor Claude A. Clegg III. Clegg will reflect upon a lynching in his...]]> Wed, 03 Oct 2012 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/event/1236/Without-Sanctuary-Conference-including-free-lecture/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/event/1235/The-Artists-Den-Open-Mic-Night/ [Sat, Oct 13 2012] Showing appreciation & love isn't reserved only for Feb. 14th, but everyday! The theme for October open mic night is "dedications." Enjoy a night of spoken word, music, and performances dedicated to those who inspire us. This event is FREE and open to the public! Doors open at 7:30 pm, show begins at 8 pm. To sign up for the mic, email...]]> Mon, 01 Oct 2012 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/event/1235/The-Artists-Den-Open-Mic-Night/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/event/1234/Charlotte-Business-Guilds-September-Dinner-Featuring-The-Charlotte-Lesbian-Gay-Fund-/ [Tue, Sep 18 2012] The Charlotte Business Guild’s monthly dinner features the Charlotte Lesbian & Gay Fund which recently awarded $110,000.00 to organizations serving Charlotte’s LGBT community. Become more involved with the Fund or become a recipient of its generous grants.Speakers are Kevin Levine and the hilarious Marcia Tillotson. Time: Cocktails – 5:30 pm;...]]> Sat, 15 Sep 2012 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/event/1234/Charlotte-Business-Guilds-September-Dinner-Featuring-The-Charlotte-Lesbian-Gay-Fund-/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/event/1233/Live-Acoustic-Show-Featuring-Nueva-Trova-/ [Fri, Oct 19 2012] Acoustic intimate show by Ana Lucia Divins accompanied by Carlos Crespo. The night will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month featuring Nueva Trova music, a magic combination of song, guitars and poetic lyrics created by bohemian songwriters with a strong sense of social justice and love. From Silvio Rodríguez and Pablo Milanés to Fito Paez and Sui Generis. ...]]> Wed, 12 Sep 2012 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/event/1233/Live-Acoustic-Show-Featuring-Nueva-Trova-/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/blog/819/Geographic-Insights-Information-Technology-to-2015/ Thu, 23 Aug 2012 12:21:30 -0400 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/blog/819/Geographic-Insights-Information-Technology-to-2015/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/blog/818/Art-in-the-House-Helps-Bring-Families-Together/ UNC Charlotte Center City's Projective Eye Gallery but she could have just as easily been describing the art inside. The gallery housed in this strikingly modern building located at 9^th and...]]> Mon, 11 Jun 2012 04:31:36 -0400 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/blog/818/Art-in-the-House-Helps-Bring-Families-Together/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/blog/817/Another-Successful-Year-for-Front-Porch-Grants-Program/ Tue, 05 Jun 2012 11:43:21 -0400 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/blog/817/Another-Successful-Year-for-Front-Porch-Grants-Program/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/blog/816/Mobilizeorg-Taking-Submissions-for-Millennial-Civic-Engagement-Summit/ investing $25,000 in projects led by Millennials (defined as individuals born between 1976-1996) that increase civic engagement, community participation, and voter awareness around the country between now and this year's election.   Mobilize.org doesn’t want America to have to look too far to find an example of a young person who is...]]> Wed, 30 May 2012 12:40:01 -0400 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/blog/816/Mobilizeorg-Taking-Submissions-for-Millennial-Civic-Engagement-Summit/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/blog/814/ACT-Project-Brings-Community-Together-in-Graham-Heights/ Bailey Concert Band, a drum corps of nine from the United House of Prayer, made their dramatic entrance at the Graham Heights Spring Festival Block Party, they struck the right beat for the day: perfect synchronization. The group captivated the 150 or so neighbors lining Ennis...]]> Tue, 29 May 2012 12:50:47 -0400 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/blog/814/ACT-Project-Brings-Community-Together-in-Graham-Heights/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/blog/815/Incoming-CMS-Superintendent-Heath-Morrisons-Entry-Plan/ Heath Morrison held a media briefing this morning at the Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center. Dr. Morrison unveiled his entry plan, which establishes a framework for his first few months on the job. He officially begins his new duties on July 2, but ...]]> Fri, 25 May 2012 02:38:53 -0400 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/blog/815/Incoming-CMS-Superintendent-Heath-Morrisons-Entry-Plan/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/blog/813/Residents-and-Staff-of-Hope-Haven-See-Themselves-in-the-Crossroads-Charlotte-Scenarios/ Crossroads Charlotte Scenarios when they viewed the films and heard the stories read aloud on May 19^th.  Wed, 23 May 2012 12:57:26 -0400 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/blog/813/Residents-and-Staff-of-Hope-Haven-See-Themselves-in-the-Crossroads-Charlotte-Scenarios/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/blog/812/Implications-of-Amendment-One-Discussed-at-Moving-Forward-Together/ Foundation For The Carolinas* on May 2. He gave context to the upcoming May 8...]]> Sun, 06 May 2012 02:17:33 -0400 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/blog/812/Implications-of-Amendment-One-Discussed-at-Moving-Forward-Together/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/blog/811/A-Community-Comes-Together-to-Discuss-Trayvon/ The...]]> Tue, 24 Apr 2012 08:42:31 -0400 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/blog/811/A-Community-Comes-Together-to-Discuss-Trayvon/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/response/101/Cindy-Ballaros-Response-to-/ Tue, 24 May 2011 02:09:33 -0400 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/response/101/Cindy-Ballaros-Response-to-/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/response/98/Michael-Hernandezs-Response-to-/ Wed, 10 Mar 2010 02:47:42 -0500 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/response/98/Michael-Hernandezs-Response-to-/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/article/72/Does-Race-Really-Matter/ Link Who cares about understanding peoples who are different from us? Why is that important? How would that benefit our lives? If you’d like to remain ignorant, close-minded, and selfish, it doesn’t.America is growing increasingly diverse every day; it would b]]> Thu, 04 Mar 2010 09:29:21 -0500 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/article/72/Does-Race-Really-Matter/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/article/71/Charlotte-Mecklenburg-Crime-Times/ Link The Charlotte Mecklenburg Crime Times is a public effort by private citizens to make our neighborhoods and communities safer. It is an Free Online Publication emailed out on a monthly basis that features the Most Wanted felons, fugitives and unregistered ]]> Wed, 17 Feb 2010 02:28:24 -0500 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/article/71/Charlotte-Mecklenburg-Crime-Times/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/response/97/Brant-Aycocks-Response-to-/ Thu, 28 Jan 2010 12:46:16 -0500 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/response/97/Brant-Aycocks-Response-to-/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/article/70/A-teachers-legacy-12-million-for-affordable-homes/ Link A Charlotte elementary school teacher let behind $1.2 million now the basis for a new affordable-housing effort.]]> Fri, 15 Jan 2010 04:45:09 -0500 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/article/70/A-teachers-legacy-12-million-for-affordable-homes/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/article/69/Mayor-Foxx-Fixing-homelessness-would-truly-honor-MLK/ Link Honoring Dr. King and not being passive. The City of Charlotte three prong approach on the homelessness issue.]]> Fri, 15 Jan 2010 04:36:25 -0500 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/article/69/Mayor-Foxx-Fixing-homelessness-would-truly-honor-MLK/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/article/68/More-teacher-layoffs-loom-at-CMS/ Link Another round of teacher layoffs looms as Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools heads into a bleak budget year.]]> Wed, 13 Jan 2010 12:09:52 -0500 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/article/68/More-teacher-layoffs-loom-at-CMS/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/article/67/Community-Catalyst-Program-grants-total-429000/ Link As many as 20 nonprofits shared in the first round of grants from the Community Catalyst Program, launched in October by Foundation for the Carolinas to help cash-strapped charities survive the recession.]]> Wed, 13 Jan 2010 11:58:33 -0500 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/article/67/Community-Catalyst-Program-grants-total-429000/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/article/66/BofA-New-CEP-words-of-promise/ Link Moynihan's first speech as BofA new CEO that acknowledged the banks role in the country's economic downfall and the commitment to restructure and provide more consumer protection.]]> Wed, 13 Jan 2010 11:43:53 -0500 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/article/66/BofA-New-CEP-words-of-promise/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/article/65/Spangler-Gift-Boosts-College-Dreams/ Link Gift to help young men reach their college goals.]]> Fri, 18 Dec 2009 05:27:21 -0500 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/article/65/Spangler-Gift-Boosts-College-Dreams/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/article/64/Levines-to-give-1-million-for-new-crisis-response-fund/ Link Charlotte philanthropists Sandra and Leon Levine will launch a second Critical Needs Response Fund. Giving $1 million to revive the effort, hoping donors big and small will match and surpass the gift.]]> Fri, 18 Dec 2009 03:04:15 -0500 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/article/64/Levines-to-give-1-million-for-new-crisis-response-fund/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/article/63/County-to-Offer-Same-Sex-Benefits/ Link Mecklenburg County will offer domestic partner benefits in 2011 to employees in same-sex relationships.]]> Fri, 18 Dec 2009 03:00:34 -0500 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/article/63/County-to-Offer-Same-Sex-Benefits/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/response/95/willsmiths-Response-to-Fortress-Charlotte/ Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:25:32 -0400 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/response/95/willsmiths-Response-to-Fortress-Charlotte/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/response/94/mzdfitzs-Response-to-The-Beat-Goes-On/ Fri, 16 Oct 2009 04:51:26 -0400 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/response/94/mzdfitzs-Response-to-The-Beat-Goes-On/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/response/93/mzdfitzs-Response-to-Class-Act/ Fri, 16 Oct 2009 04:35:35 -0400 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/response/93/mzdfitzs-Response-to-Class-Act/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/response/92/mzdfitzs-Response-to-Fortress-Charlotte/ Fri, 16 Oct 2009 04:15:22 -0400 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/response/92/mzdfitzs-Response-to-Fortress-Charlotte/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/response/91/Debi-Lees-Response-to-Fortress-Charlotte/ Tue, 09 Jun 2009 11:20:58 -0400 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/response/91/Debi-Lees-Response-to-Fortress-Charlotte/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/response/90/Meleah-Palmers-Response-to-Eye-to-Eye/ Wed, 06 May 2009 08:55:02 -0400 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/response/90/Meleah-Palmers-Response-to-Eye-to-Eye/ http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/response/89/Meleah-Palmers-Response-to-The-Beat-Goes-On/ Wed, 06 May 2009 08:53:50 -0400 http://www.crossroadscharlotte.org/response/89/Meleah-Palmers-Response-to-The-Beat-Goes-On/