# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Civic Education Day
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 02:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Understand your government. Meet your leaders. Discover how your voice shapes the future of your community.About this EventHave you ever wondered who is responsible for fixing roads, funding schools, overseeing public safety, or making decisions that affect your community? Do you know the difference between the Charlotte City Council, the Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners, the Sheriff's Office, and the North Carolina General Assembly?If not, you're not alone.Civic Education Day is a free community event designed to make government more understandable, more accessible, and more engaging for everyone.Join local elected officials, public safety leaders, educators, and community organizations for a day of informative discussions, interactive learning, and meaningful community connections. Through panel discussions, presentations, and a Community Resource Fair, you'll gain a better understanding of how local and state government works and discover the many organizations working every day to serve Mecklenburg County.Whether you're a student, a first-time voter, a longtime resident, a community leader, or simply someone who wants to become more informed, Civic Education Day offers something for everyone.What You Can ExpectEducational presentations from local and state government leadersPanel discussions with elected officials and public safety professionalsA Community Resource Fair featuring nonprofit organizations and public agenciesOpportunities to ask questions and engage directly with community leadersNetworking with organizations that provide valuable programs, services, and volunteer opportunitiesFeatured TopicsUnderstanding Local GovernmentUnderstanding the Role of the MagistratePublic Safety: Understanding the Roles of Local and State Law EnforcementUnderstanding the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of EducationUnderstanding the North Carolina General AssemblyCommunity ReflectionsThis event is free and open to the public, but registration is encouraged. The event will be held in CPCC Lecture Auditorium 1123.Come learn how government works, meet the people who serve our community, and discover how your voice shapes the future of Mecklenburg County.Presented ByThe Social Action Committees of:Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.Beta Rho Sigma ChapterZeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.Delta Zeta ChapterSigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.Beta Omicron Sigma ChapterTogether, these organizations are committed to promoting civic education, strengthening community engagement, and creating opportunities for residents to connect with the leaders, agencies, and organizations that serve Mecklenburg County.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlotte/civic-education-day/100001994258036471
- **Event Categories**: fitness
- **Interested Audience**: 
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- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Duration: 4 hours
  - Location: Central Piedmont Community College
  - Languages: English

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Charlotte
- **state**: NC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Central Piedmont Community College
- **lat**: 35.2167312
- **long**: -80.8293348
- **full address**: Central Piedmont Community College, 1201 Elizabeth Avenue, Charlotte, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Civic Education Day being held?
  - **A:** Civic Education Day takes place on Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 02:00 pm at Central Piedmont Community College, 1201 Elizabeth Avenue, Charlotte, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Civic Education Day?
  - **A:** Civic Education Day is organized by Sigmas of Charlotte.

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