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Meet and Greet Recruiting Session
WHEN: Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 6:30pm
WHERE: TBA
Are you at least 18 years old, female, and think you have what it takes to be a Charlotte Roller Girl? Then attend one of our Recruiting Sessions to find out how!
Find out more about joining us, or contact us atif you have any questions. Before attending, we encourage those that are interested to visit the Women’s Flat-Track Derby Association (WFTDA) website to learn the basic rules of roller derby.
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New Skater Skills Workshop
WHEN: Saturday, June 16, 2012, 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
WHERE: CLTRG Warehouse
New Skater Derby Skills Workshop is an introduction to basic roller derby skills. It is a prerequisite for joining regular practices with the Charlotte Roller Girls (CLTRG). This is not a try-out, this is an opportunity to learn introductory roller derby skating skills prior to joining “newbie” practices with CLTRG.
You must RSVP to ensure we have an adequate number of trainers available.
Past 2012 Events:
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Girls on the Run 5K
WHEN: May 12, 2012 @ 9:00 am
WHERE: The Park at Huntersville, NC
The Charlotte Roller Girls will be supporting their community partner, Girls on the Run at their annual 5k on May 12th. The 5k is the culminating event of the 12-week program that strives to teach young women self-esteem through exercise. The ladies will be helping with day of activities including preparation and cheering the young women on.
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New Skater Skills Workshop
WHEN: Saturday, January 21, 2012, 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
WHERE: CLTRG Warehouse
New Skater Derby Skills Workshop is an introduction to basic roller derby skills. It is a prerequisite for joining regular practices with the Charlotte Roller Girls (CLTRG). This is not a try-out, this is an opportunity to learn introductory roller derby skating skills prior to joining “newbie” practices with CLTRG.
You must RSVP to ensure we have an adequate number of trainers available.
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The Charlotte Roller Girls Ride Easy into 2012
WHEN: Saturday, January 21, 2012
WHERE: Charlotte Convention Center, 501 South College Street
Join the Charlotte Roller Girls Saturday, January 21st as they have at each other and battle for bragging rights in 3 exhibition bouts at the Easyriders 2012 Bike Tour held at the Charlotte Convention Center. The mini-bouts will pit CLTRG skater vs. CLTRG skater as the ladies divide themselves into black against purple. While the exhibitions aren’t full regulation games they will be sure to whet your appetite for the coming season.
The first demo bout of the day is scheduled to begin at 11:30am and run until 12:15 PM. The second game will run from 2 PM to 2:45. The final match-up of the evening will start at 5 PM and end at 6. Fans will have a chance to meet some of the skaters and get autographs in between bouts. Exclusive, limited edition merchandise will also be available. Come out and show your support for the official WFTDA league in Charlotte. And oh yeah, we’ve heard the bikes are pretty amazing, too.
The Easy Rider 2012 Bike Tour will roll into town at the Charlotte Convention Center on January 21st and 22nd. Doors open at 10 AM and stay open until 8 PM. Adult Admission is $20. Kids aged 6-12 can get in the door for $10. Kids 5 and under are admitted free of charge. Visit the Easyriders website for more details.
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Recruiting Session
WHEN: Tuesday, February 21, 2012, 6:30pm
WHERE: Amelie’s French Bakery, 2424 N. Davidson St
Are you at least 18 years old, female, and think you have what it takes to be a Charlotte Roller Girl? Then attend one of our Recruiting Sessions to find out how!
Find out more about joining us, or contact us atif you have any questions. Before attending, we encourage those that are interested to visit the Women’s Flat-Track Derby Association (WFTDA) website to learn the basic rules of roller derby.
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St. Patrick’s Day Parade
WHEN: Saturday, March 17, 2012, 11:00 am
WHERE: Tryon and 9th, Up Town
The Charlotte Roller Girls will be skating their way down Tryon Street, decked in green, to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at the annual Charlotte St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The Charlotte Roller Girls have participated in the parade for a number of years and are excited to, once again, show a little Irish spirit!
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Recruiting Session
WHEN: Tuesday, March 20, 2012, 6:30pm
WHERE: Amelie’s French Bakery, 2424 N. Davidson St
Are you at least 18 years old, female, and think you have what it takes to be a Charlotte Roller Girl? Then attend one of our Recruiting Sessions to find out how!
Find out more about joining us, or contact us atif you have any questions. Before attending, we encourage those that are interested to visit the Women’s Flat-Track Derby Association (WFTDA) website to learn the basic rules of roller derby.
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New Skater Skills Workshop
WHEN: Saturday, March 31, 2012, 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
WHERE: CLTRG Warehouse
New Skater Derby Skills Workshop is an introduction to basic roller derby skills. It is a prerequisite for joining regular practices with the Charlotte Roller Girls (CLTRG). This is not a try-out, this is an opportunity to learn introductory roller derby skating skills prior to joining “newbie” practices with CLTRG.
You must RSVP to ensure we have an adequate number of trainers available.
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Girl Talk Foundation’s Prom Project
WHEN: April 7, 2012; 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
WHERE: ImaginOn: The Joe & Joan Martin Center, 300 E. 7th Street, Charlotte, NC
Details TBA.
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Sleepy Poet Annual Spring Yard Sale and Blood Drive
WHEN: April 14, 2012
WHERE: Sleepy Poet Antique Mall
The Charlotte Roller Girls will be participating in the annual Spring Yard Sale and Blood Drive with longtime sponsor, Sleepy Poet Antique Mall. Twice a year, Sleepy Poet partners with the Community Blood Center of the Carolinas and Loaves and Fishes to collect blood and raise money for a god cause. League members will be on hand, donating their own blood and selling you barbeque. You will also have the opportunity to pick up some official CLTRG merchandise to show your support for the league.
The Charlotte Roller Girls’ participation in the fall event last November was their most successful to date, with 18 pints of blood and over $300 in donations being collected. Help us set an even higher record this year. So come out and enjoy the spring weather with us. We hope to see you there!
