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NC Wines and the Best NC Wineries to Visit This Fall

Fall is so close you can almost smell the pumpkin spice lattes. Along with the cooler weather comes cozy knit sweaters, blazing fires at breweries, and endless wine nights at vineyards. Who doesn't love cradling a tasty cabernet and cuddling up in the natural...

A scoopGirls’ Guide to Durham

The Scoop on Where to Eat, Stay & Play in Durham Now that we’ve visited Chapel Hill on our Triangle road trip, the second stop is Durham, NC. Known as the “Bull City,” Durham has a very distinct culture - authentic, down to earth, entrepreneurial...

GIVEAWAY + Discount for Paddleboarding at My Aloha Paddle Sports & Fitness

If you're torn between relaxing on the lake and working out, then stand-up paddleboarding may be the activity for you. Originating in Hawaii  decades ago, stand-up paddle boarding (SUP, for insiders) is getting increasingly popular in the Charlotte area. Lake Norman and Lake Wylie and...

A scoopGirls’ Guide to Chapel Hill

The Scoop on Where to Eat, Stay & Play in Chapel Hill Collectively referred to as the Triangle, Chapel Hill, Durham and Raleigh are an easy two-ish hour drive from Charlotte, and worth a weekend trip every once in a while. Many of our readers...

Shade Running in Charlotte

It's hot out there. The kind of hot that makes people tired, grumpy, and unmotivated to venture far beyond the sweet relief of their AC. As a Charlotte native, you'd think I'd be used to it by now, but I am most definitely not....

Model Homes Open in Masons Bend — Live like you’re on vacation every day

Fort Mill is quickly becoming one of the hottest spots to live, work and play, and model homes are open (and already selling fast!) in the city's new premier Community, Masons Bend. This one-of-a-kind Crescent community next to the Catawba River is all about living every day...

What’s the Scoop on The Little Free Libraries?

Have you seen these tiny houses popping up around town? They may look like birdhouses, but instead of eggs, they're full of books. They're called Little Free Libraries and they're the latest way The Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Foundation Friends Council and Neighborhood Matching Grants  are working to promote...

Things to Do in the NC Mountains This August & September

Just because the leaves don't debut their most beautiful colors until October doesn't mean you should miss out on all the fun in the NC Mountains in August & September. In the hot, humid Charlotte weather, a cooler, more breezy getaway exists just two hours down...

50,000 Bees at 205 Feet: The Ritz-Carlton’s Rooftop Honey Factory.

You'd rightfully assume the roof of The Ritz-Carlton would offer a magnificent view of the city, but there's something else up there you might not expect. In addition to a garden of fruits, veggies and herbs, the rooftop is home to more than 50,000 bees who are...

Music With Friends and Steely Dan

Back in April, Steely Dan came to Charlotte for an exclusive, small group concert in McGlohon Theatre hosted by Music with Friends. It was AWESOME.  I knew All The Words to All The Songs.  She's the raw flame  The live wire  She prays like...

Charlotte’s Most Instagram Worthy Spots.

Now that you've been thoroughly educated on how to optimize your smartphone for the best photos by our CLT photographers, you need a beautiful setting to put your new skills into practice! From the weeping willow kissing the lake's surface in Freedom Park to her "crown"...

Eat, Dance and Play – The Ballantyne Beat for July

While it seems like summer is approaching it's close (no thanks to Target's school supplies display), it's really only just begun. Whether you're looking to beat the heat or soak up the sun, Ballantyne's got you covered. Here are the top places to dance, drink and play...

Lab Grown Diamonds in Greenville SC

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They say diamonds are a girl's best friend ~ and just like your actual best friend with a penchant for eating at expensive restaurants, diamonds can cost you a ton of money. Until recently, there was no better way to get the bling. Enter lab grown...

We Pick the 20 Best Parks to Visit in Summer from Ft. Mill to Lake Norman

With temperatures rising, it's tempting to stay cooped up indoors in the comfort of your AC. But summer is the perfect time enjoy exercising, playing, or just lounging in the shade at one of Mecklenburg County's 210 parks with over 17,600 acres at your disposal.......

The Ballantyne Beat – shopping, dining and hanging in the 28277

It may be hot as blue blazes outside, but we've got some cool finds in the 'Tyne this week. There's a trendy boutique gym, a hip new store to buy your bags and bling and even the most adorable place in nearby Pineville where you're definitely going to want...

scoopSHOPS for Unique Finds at Local Charlotte Farmers Markets

Everyone knows to head to the farmers market to get fresh local produce, but most Charlotte Farmers Markets offer way more than just tomatoes. Here are some unique finds at a few local markets you can check out this week:   Handmade soap by Quench! Essentials Matthews...