University City Partners

09/22/2026

The NFL season is giving us an extra reason to cheer this year as Charlotte native KC Concepcion’s season with the Cleveland Browns is underway.

Congrats to KC and the Browns on this Sunday’s 23-19 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers! KC hauled in all six of his targets for 28 yards, continuing a strong start to his rookie season.

From his days at Julius Chambers High School Cougars to making an impact on Sundays in the NFL, it’s special to see one of our own competing on the national stage.

Congrats again on the win, KC! We’re cheering you on here in University City!

09/21/2026

Charlotte Fashion Week is coming up quickly and there’s still time for local hair and makeup artists to get involved behind the scenes.

Returning from Sept. 22-26, Charlotte Seen's Charlotte Fashion Week brings together hundreds of models, designers, and creatives for a week of runway shows, events and opportunities to showcase Charlotte’s growing fashion community.

Organizers are still accepting hairstylists, makeup artists, and other creative professionals interested in being part of this year’s event.

If you’ve been looking for a chance to build your portfolio, make new industry connections and bring your talents to the runway, this could be it! Learn more and see how to get involved with Charlotte Fashion Week: https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/09/17/charlotte-fashion-week-2026-returns-with-runway-shows-design-contests

09/18/2026

Charlotte Kids Fest is back!

Join us on Saturday, October 3 at The Boardwalk at University Place for a free day of family fun filled with creativity, discovery, movement, and play.

From live performances and hands-on activities to interactive experiences and unique shopping experiences, there’s something for kids of all ages to enjoy.

📅 Saturday, October 3
⏰ 11 am to 4 pm
📍The Boardwalk at University Place (8931 JM Keynes Drive)

Send this post to your crew and start making your plans now!

09/17/2026

Some familiar storybook friends have found a new home in University City!

Today, we gathered at University City Regional Charlotte Mecklenburg Library to unveil the new Storybook Sculpture Collection, featuring beloved characters from “The Very Hungry Caterpillar,” “The Cat in the Hat,” and “Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!”

Created by local artist Janeva Tyree, the collection is designed to spark imagination, encourage curiosity, and help families experience the joy of storytelling in a whole new way.

We were grateful to hear from Council Member Renee Perkins Johnson, Council Member Malcolm Graham, University City Regional Library Branch Manager Debra Sharp, University City Partners Board Chair Alex Romero, and artist Janeva Tyree as we celebrated this new addition to our community.

The new sculptures are waiting lakeside at University City Regional Library for families, readers, and curious visitors to experience for themselves!

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09/15/2026

Let’s time travel back to 1986 in University City! This archival WCNC Charlotte footage shows University Place when the lakefront community was still brand new, complete with condos under construction, restaurants overlooking the water and a big vision for creating a “city within a city.”

Take a look back and watch the full footage here: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/9V71jkEjJ7c

What do you remember about University Place in its early years?

Travel back to 1986 and see University Place when one of Charlotte’...

09/11/2026

We’re proud to celebrate our President & CEO, Keith Stanley, on being named to the Charlotte Business Journal’s 2026 Power 100, highlighting leaders across the Charlotte region who are helping shape what comes next!

Each day, we see firsthand the care Keith brings to this work and his commitment to bringing people, organizations, and ideas together to help University City grow in a thoughtful, connected way. We’re grateful for his leadership and proud to see his work recognized alongside so many others making an impact across our region.

Join us in congratulating Keith on this exciting recognition!

09/11/2026

A couple of weeks in, and Songbirds W**e Bar and The Daily Pour | Coffee Shop are already creating a buzz!

These two women-owned businesses opened in University City at the end of August and quickly became a favorite spot for coffee runs, meetups, live music, and a fantastic glass of w**e.

Have you dropped by yet? 👀🍷☕️

09/11/2026

A few weeks in, and Songbirds W**e Bar and The Daily Pour are already creating a buzz!

These two women-owned businesses opened in University City at the end of August and quickly became a favorite spot for coffee runs, meetups, live music, and a fantastic glass of w**e.

In this video, hear from Ashley of Songbirds and Natalya of The Daily Pour as they share more about their businesses and the concept they’ve created together!

Have you had a chance to drop by yet? If so, tell us what you loved about the experience! 👇

09/10/2026

A touch of country music history is blooming right here in University City, allowing us to remember and honor the late Dolly Parton.

“Dolly the Bromeliad,” a rare plant once owned by Dolly Parton herself, is putting on a spectacular final bloom at the UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens. One of the world’s largest bromeliad species, the plant flowers only once at the end of its life cycle, making this a special sight to see.

Stop by the McMillan Greenhouse to catch Dolly’s final show while the bloom is still on display, and learn more about this unique addition to UNC Charlotte’s incredible plant collection: https://science.charlotte.edu/2026/08/25/rare-bromeliad-once-owned-by-dolly-parton-is-blooming-in-the-unc-charlotte-botanical-gardens/

09/09/2026

Did you know that your Charlotte Mecklenburg Library card can do a lot more than check out books?

September is Library Card Sign-up Month, and Qcitymetro.com recently highlighted some of the surprising perks available to local cardholders, from free LinkedIn Learning and job-search support to streaming services, tutoring, business research tools, genealogy resources, and even free garden seeds.

For University City residents, it’s a great reminder of just how many resources are available through Charlotte Mecklenburg Library.

When did you use your library card most recently?

Check out the full list of library card perks here: https://www.qcitymetro.com/things-to-do/10-perks-of-a-charlotte-library-card-that-you-probably-dont-know-about-436242ee