Knights, fairy tales, tractors and festivals School days are near. So what's a family to do?
Sorry, kids, summer vacation is almost over. But wait -- there are still a few days left to enjoy your freedom. Here are some ideas for last-minute entertainment before those early bedtimes kick in for another school year.
School starts for most local students on Wednesday.
Saturday
• The fourth annual Tractor & Engine Show, which is also a car and truck show, will begin at 8 a.m. at Kings Mountain Chapel United Methodist Church, 2040 S.C. 161, York. There will be biscuits, hot dogs and hamburgers. For details, call 684-2473.
• Taking the City Ministry will have its Bringing It To the Neighborhood outreach ministry event at 5 p.m. at Workman Street Park in Rock Hill. The event includes live music, fellowship, testimonies, youth praise dance, worship and more. The event is free and open to the public.
Sunday
• If you don't mind shelling out a few extra bucks, head into Charlotte to see your favorite "American Idol" contestants. Pop Tarts presents "American Idols Live" at 7 p.m. at the Time Warner Cable Arena. Tickets are $39.50 to $68.50 at www.ticketmaster.com.
Monday
• Take a short drive north to enjoy theater fun with fairy tales for youth in grades 1 through 5. Fairy tale characters from the Matthews Playhouse will instruct children in acting games and techniques at 3 p.m. at the Mint Hill Branch Library. Admission is free. For details, call 1 (704) 545-3932.
Tuesday
• This is your last chance to see the Charlotte Knights play baseball (at least before school starts). Indianapolis is in town. Game times are 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday. Tickets, call 548-8050. Tickets also available at the gate.
Saturday, Aug. 23
• Sure, school has started by now. But don't forget Summerfest in York. It's one of the best festivals in South Carolina, with food, games, live music, an antique car show and sporting events. For details, call the Greater York Chamber at 684-2590 or 1-877-684-2590 or e-mail info@greateryorkchamber.com.
This story was originally published August 14, 2008 at 12:29 AM with the headline "Knights, fairy tales, tractors and festivals School days are near. So what's a family to do?."