Last weekend was simply magical. I felt as if I were Cinderella the entire weekend.

Friday started with attending the meet-and-greet session with my favorite photographer, Jean Moutoussamy -Ashe. What a beautiful exhibit. I've admired her work since I was a young girl.

I then proceeded over to the Fillmore for the Uptown Charlotte Jazz Fest. The show was "smoking," and I couldn’t believe I was finally seeing Michael Franks!

Saturday evening I enjoyed the second part of Charlotte Jazz. George Duke performed my favorite song, “No Rhyme, No Reason,”  David Sanborn played "Lisa" and Gerald Albright performed a spicy version of "Close to You."

Charlotte is definitely holding it's own for great entertainment.

If you haven't made plans, check out my weekend picks:

FRIDAY
Salsa Dance Lesson & Practice Party ~ Learn to dance Salsa. If you can walk, you can dance. No partner necessary. Be sure to wear shoes with a leather bottom. Rubber-sole shoes have too much traction. Hosted by Joe Burton, Marketing director of Charlotte Latin Dance.
Location: Red @ 28th Multicultural Lounge (2424 N. Davidson St.)
Cost: Free
Time: 8 p.m. -1 a.m.
For more information: Email joe@charlottelatindance.com or call 704 707-4016.

SATURDAY
2nd Annual Soul Food Festival ~ Appearing live: Cameo, Barkays, After 7, Dazz Band, SWV and Confunkshun.
Location: 4431 Neck Road. (For directions, visit www.ruralhill.net)
Cost: $22 General admission, $32 preferred viewing and $55 VIP.
Time: Gates open at 5 p.m. Show starts at 7 p.m.

SUNDAY
The Official Pre-4th Celebration of July Jam, starring your very own Peace and Love Band. Hosted by the lovely Chirl Girl from radio station WBAV (V 101.9). Free buffet and steppers class taught by the Purple Charlotte Steppers.
Location: Club Tempo (4809 Wilkinson Blvd)
Cost: Free before 9 p.m. $10 after 9:30 p.m.
Time: 9 p.m. - 12: a.m.

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