Welcome, dear ones, to the enchanting state of North Carolina, where the magnolias bloom, the barbeque sizzles and music is a way of life! This is a place where kids don't just walk, they dance their way to school. They don't talk, they sing their words in a melodious tune. Can you hear that? That's the sound of the North Carolina Symphony echoing through the pine-covered hills! Everywhere you look, you see kids striking up a beat on the school desks, strumming air guitars in the park or belting out tunes in the shower. These ain't just any kids, these are the music maestros of North Carolina! The air here is filled not just with the sweet smell of honey and hush puppies, but also with the captivating rhythm of bluegrass, jazz, and country music. Among these young virtuosos, there's a peculiar character - a blue-eyed, freckle-faced chap named Banjo Benny. With his unruly mop of red hair and a banjo that's almost bigger than him, Benny is quite a sight! He’s a musical wizard who can make his banjo sing like a bird or roar like a lion! Benny and his fellow musical mates spend their time exploring the mystical realms of melodies, diving deep into the oceans of harmonies and climbing the dazzling peaks of rhythms. Life in North Carolina is a musical adventure, where every day is a new tune to be played, a new song to be sung. The kids here don't just listen to music, they live it! So, if you have a song in your heart and a beat in your feet, come on down, join the fun and let's make some music in beautiful North Carolina!
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We are thrilled to bring you some fantastic news! For the first time, we are launching our STEM Summer Camp Program in Torrance, marking our debut in the South Bay and Orange County areas. This is a significant milestone for us, and we hope it's just the beginning of our journey to expand to many other locations. This summer, we are offering your child an unprecedented opportunity to dive deep into the fascinating world of STEM. Our camp will be buzzing with interactive experiments and creative challenges to fuel your child's curiosity and keep them engaged. It's an ideal environment for kids who have an insatiable desire to learn, explore, and grow. We also want to stress our commitment to small group learning. In order to ensure that every child gets the focused attention they need, we're capping the number of spots available. Don't let your child miss out on this incredible opportunity at our exciting STEM Summer Camp. Book their spot today! Our special Science Club program is meticulously designed to cater to children from grades K-6. Each lesson in the Club SciKidz program is crafted to engage students in activities like observation, measurement, identifying properties, and conducting experiments around life, earth, and physical science concepts. Each unit is thoroughly researched by our team of science educators, with valuable inputs from teachers and children. The result is a set of lessons that not only entertain students but also foster genuine learning. Join us for a summer of science that promises to be full of fun and learning!
Meet Oksana McCarthy, a professional cellist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Oksana has traveled the world, teaching and performing in places such as Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, Spain, Canada, Australia, Austria, Netherlands, Poland, Norway, Russia and the United States. Her unique experiences in music and culture from four different continents bring a special touch to her teaching. Oksana has been giving private lessons out of her home studio for the past decade. She also teaches at public and private schools in the United States while still playing in symphonies, orchestras and chamber groups. Her dedication and passion for music is evident in her solo performances as well. Oksana McCarthy is an amazing cellist in Charlotte, NC. She has been able to bring her unique knowledge from around the world to her teaching, making her lessons an enriching experience. Whether it's her private lessons in her home studio, teaching in public and private schools in the US, or performing in symphonies, orchestras, chamber groups, or as a soloist, Oksana's passion for music is inspiring.
At Waxhaw Athletic Association (WAA), we believe that every child should have the opportunity to engage in sports. That’s why we’ve been providing quality, all-volunteer sports programs for young athletes since 1980. Our humble beginnings as a small-town, single-sport league have grown into a multi-sport professional athletic organization offering Soccer, Baseball, Softball, Basketball, and Flag Football for kids ages 3-18. We serve families from Union County, South Charlotte, and even South Carolina. WAA is committed to providing an inclusive, safe, and encouraging environment for young athletes and their families. Our all-volunteer, non-profit organization is dedicated to helping children develop their physical and social skills through sports. We’ve grown from a single-sport league to a professional athletic organization offering five sports for kids ages 3-18 in Union County, South Charlotte, and even in South Carolina. For almost four decades, Waxhaw Athletic Association has been helping young athletes reach their full potential in a safe and encouraging environment. From humble beginnings as a small-town, single-sport league, we’ve grown into a multi-sport professional athletic organization offering Soccer, Baseball, Softball, Basketball, and Flag Football for kids ages 3-18 in Union County, South Charlotte, and even South Carolina. Our all-volunteer, non-profit organization has been providing an inclusive and fun sports experience for families since 1980.