
DOWNTOWN WAXHAW
EVENT CALENDAR
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Pop Top Checkers Tournament
The 2025 First Annual Memorial Pop Top Checkers Tournament will be held on Saturday, May 31st, 2025, at the Waxhaw Woman's Club. This event will attract players from across the region, offering an exciting experience for participants and spectators alike.
The tournament caters to all skill levels, from seasoned veterans to curious newcomers, ensuring an inclusive atmosphere. Whether you're an experienced player or just interested in learning, this weekend promises an unforgettable checkers experience for everyone involved.







St. Paddy's Day
Join us for a festive St. Patrickβs Day celebration in Downtown Waxhaw! Weβre painting the town green with traditional Irish music, dance, cuisine, and family-friendly activities.
The Downtown Waxhaw Association, Mary OβNeillβs Irish Pub, and Jekyll & Hyde Taphouse & Grill have partnered to create a safe, enjoyable experience for all ages.
This celebration serves as both festive event and historical tribute to Waxhawβs rich Irish heritage, which dates back to the mid-1700s when Scots-Irish settlers first arrived via the Great Wagon Road.



Make Your Own Mug Class
In this Art Box Ceramics class, you'll create a functional mug from clay slabs, customizing it with a texture buffet of rollers, cut-outs, stamps, and letters. They will fire your mug, preparing it for painting. You can then schedule a glazing appointment, after which they will fire it again to ensure it's food-safe and ready for use.
This beginner-friendly class is perfect for adults and teens, with no prior experience necessary. The $45 per person cost includes all clay and tools, 1.5 hours of guided instruction, and the first firing.


Make Your Own Mug Class
In this Art Box Ceramics class, you'll create a functional mug from clay slabs, customizing it with a texture buffet of rollers, cut-outs, stamps, and letters. They will fire your mug, preparing it for painting. You can then schedule a glazing appointment, after which they will fire it again to ensure it's food-safe and ready for use.
This beginner-friendly class is perfect for adults and teens, with no prior experience necessary. The $45 per person cost includes all clay and tools, 1.5 hours of guided instruction, and the first firing.


Make Your Own Mug Class
In this Art Box Ceramics class, you'll create a functional mug from clay slabs, customizing it with a texture buffet of rollers, cut-outs, stamps, and letters. They will fire your mug, preparing it for painting. You can then schedule a glazing appointment, after which they will fire it again to ensure it's food-safe and ready for use.
This beginner-friendly class is perfect for adults and teens, with no prior experience necessary. The $45 per person cost includes all clay and tools, 1.5 hours of guided instruction, and the first firing.

January High Tea
Uptown Tea Shop and Simply Bougie Luxury Picnics present High Tea! Experience this must-do event for tea enthusiasts in a cozy room adorned with Eight Legs Gallery artwork.
Enjoy three-tiered serving trays filled with finger sandwiches, quiches, scones, and desserts, accompanied by lemon curd, Devonshire cream, and jam. Select your own tea from our extensive menu. All food is exclusively prepared by Chef Kristen Thornton, with monthly changing menus ensuring a fresh experience each visit.
To reserve your spot, please call 734-777-4870.

January High Tea
Uptown Tea Shop and Simply Bougie Luxury Picnics present High Tea! Experience this must-do event for tea enthusiasts in a cozy room adorned with Eight Legs Gallery artwork.
Enjoy three-tiered serving trays filled with finger sandwiches, quiches, scones, and desserts, accompanied by lemon curd, Devonshire cream, and jam. Select your own tea from our extensive menu. All food is exclusively prepared by Chef Kristen Thornton, with monthly changing menus ensuring a fresh experience each visit.
To reserve your spot, please call 734-777-4870.

Creative Clay Snowman
Art Box Ceramics' Creative Clay Snowman Class offers a fun, hands-on experience for all skill levels. Perfect for families and friends, this class is suitable for ages 7 and up. No prior experience needed!
The Creative Clay Snowman Class includes:
All your clay
Hands-on instruction
Use of specialty clay tools
Firing your creations
Cost: $45/person


Make Your Own Mug Class
In this Art Box Ceramics class, you'll create a functional mug from clay slabs, customizing it with a texture buffet of rollers, cut-outs, stamps, and letters. They will fire your mug, preparing it for painting. You can then schedule a glazing appointment, after which they will fire it again to ensure it's food-safe and ready for use.
This beginner-friendly class is perfect for adults and teens, with no prior experience necessary. The $45 per person cost includes all clay and tools, 1.5 hours of guided instruction, and the first firing.

January High Tea
Uptown Tea Shop and Simply Bougie Luxury Picnics present High Tea! Experience this must-do event for tea enthusiasts in a cozy room adorned with Eight Legs Gallery artwork.
Enjoy three-tiered serving trays filled with finger sandwiches, quiches, scones, and desserts, accompanied by lemon curd, Devonshire cream, and jam. Select your own tea from our extensive menu. All food is exclusively prepared by Chef Kristen Thornton, with monthly changing menus ensuring a fresh experience each visit.
To reserve your spot, please call 734-777-4870.

January High Tea
Uptown Tea Shop and Simply Bougie Luxury Picnics present High Tea! Experience this must-do event for tea enthusiasts in a cozy room adorned with Eight Legs Gallery artwork.
Enjoy three-tiered serving trays filled with finger sandwiches, quiches, scones, and desserts, accompanied by lemon curd, Devonshire cream, and jam. Select your own tea from our extensive menu. All food is exclusively prepared by Chef Kristen Thornton, with monthly changing menus ensuring a fresh experience each visit.
To reserve your spot, please call 734-777-4870.

Fresh Express - Ribbon Cutting
We're kicking off the New Year celebrating the freshest addition to Downtown Waxhaw, Fresh Express! We will host their ribbon-cutting ceremony at 2:00pm on Friday, Jan. 24 at 203 N. Broome St.
Visit Fresh Express for grab-and-go meals, online ordering, and a fresh take on easy, tasty dining in Waxhaw!
Located in the old Marathon gas station, Fresh Express has transformed the space from fueling cars to fueling people with nutritious meals. They've swapped fuel pumps for sandwich presses and gas tanks for fresh wraps. Stop by for a pit stop that's good for you!

January High Tea
Uptown Tea Shop and Simply Bougie Luxury Picnics present High Tea! Experience this must-do event for tea enthusiasts in a cozy room adorned with Eight Legs Gallery artwork.
Enjoy three-tiered serving trays filled with finger sandwiches, quiches, scones, and desserts, accompanied by lemon curd, Devonshire cream, and jam. Select your own tea from our extensive menu. All food is exclusively prepared by Chef Kristen Thornton, with monthly changing menus ensuring a fresh experience each visit.
To reserve your spot, please call 734-777-4870.

January High Tea
Uptown Tea Shop and Simply Bougie Luxury Picnics present High Tea! Experience this must-do event for tea enthusiasts in a cozy room adorned with Eight Legs Gallery artwork.
Enjoy three-tiered serving trays filled with finger sandwiches, quiches, scones, and desserts, accompanied by lemon curd, Devonshire cream, and jam. Select your own tea from our extensive menu. All food is exclusively prepared by Chef Kristen Thornton, with monthly changing menus ensuring a fresh experience each visit.
To reserve your spot, please call 734-777-4870.

Creative Clay Snowman
Art Box Ceramics' Creative Clay Snowman Class offers a fun, hands-on experience for all skill levels. Perfect for families and friends, this class is suitable for ages 7 and up. No prior experience needed!
The Creative Clay Snowman Class includes:
All your clay
Hands-on instruction
Use of specialty clay tools
Firing your creations
Cost: $45/person

Clay Flowers Workshop
Join Eight Legs Gallery for an engaging workshop to learn the art of crafting three polymer clay flowers. This hands-on experience guides you through molding and curing, transforming your creations into unique fridge magnets. Perfect for personalizing your kitchen or giving as thoughtful, handmade gifts.
Led by experienced instructor Brittany Freeman, this adult-oriented class costs $35 per person, including all materials and equipment. Sign up today and discover the joy of polymer clay crafting!

Creative Clay Snowman
Art Box Ceramics' Creative Clay Snowman Class offers a fun, hands-on experience for all skill levels. Perfect for families and friends, this class is suitable for ages 7 and up. No prior experience needed!
The Creative Clay Snowman Class includes:
All your clay
Hands-on instruction
Use of specialty clay tools
Firing your creations
Cost: $45/person

Creative Clay Snowman
Art Box Ceramics' Creative Clay Snowman Class offers a fun, hands-on experience for all skill levels. Perfect for families and friends, this class is suitable for ages 7 and up. No prior experience needed!
The Creative Clay Snowman Class includes:
All your clay
Hands-on instruction
Use of specialty clay tools
Firing your creations
Cost: $45/person

Make Your Own Mug Class
In this Art Box Ceramics class, you'll create a functional mug from clay slabs, customizing it with a texture buffet of rollers, cut-outs, stamps, and letters. They will fire your mug, preparing it for painting. You can then schedule a glazing appointment, after which they will fire it again to ensure it's food-safe and ready for use.
This beginner-friendly class is perfect for adults and teens, with no prior experience necessary. The $45 per person cost includes all clay and tools, 1.5 hours of guided instruction, and the first firing.

Creative Clay Snowman
Art Box Ceramics' Creative Clay Snowman Class offers a fun, hands-on experience for all skill levels. Perfect for families and friends, this class is suitable for ages 7 and up. No prior experience needed!
The Creative Clay Snowman Class includes:
All your clay
Hands-on instruction
Use of specialty clay tools
Firing your creations
Cost: $45/person

Felt Bag Workshop
Join Brittany Freeman at Eight Legs Gallery for a hands-on, two-hour workshop to create your own wet-felted accessory bag! Learn the basics of wet felting, layering and blending wool fibers, and shaping your bag. Perfect for beginners, all materials are provided. You'll leave with a unique, handcrafted bag and new felting skills.
Details:
Cost: $45 per person
Skill Level: Beginner-friendly
Materials: All supplies included
Reserve your spot today and bring your creativity to life in this fun, interactive class!

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