Pants aren't just vital to our wardrobe anymore. Art For Life - an organization supporting children and families facing serious illnesses and disabilities through art education - has a different function in mind. Its fundraising event, Fancy Pants Dance, wants folks to give their garments an artistic makeover. A "fanciest pants" contest determines who's got the best (and most creatively decked out) fanny-covering threads. Live music, dancing and live/silent auctions are featured throughout the evening's festivities. May the best pants win. For more information, visit www.aflnc.org/charlottefancypants.

Anita Overcash

Price: $50 (includes dinner and cash bar)