Hey....got several ideas for you.....
Join a Book Club: Check this out at your local library. Reading books and sharing them is another great way to get to know people.
Go to Wine Tastings: sometimes local restaurants have a wine-tasting night.
Take a class, any class: again a two in one tactic; you'll learn something new and make new friends with similar interests. Conversation is easier if you have something in common.
Look into local networks/chat sites...search Charlotte Live....or Charlotte chat...