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College Tours this Fall: Tips for Success in Uncertain Times

Jul 29, 2021 | scoop team

Touring a prospective college is one of the most exciting parts of a high schooler’s life. But just like everything else in the world, college tours have changed in the COVID era, and they might not go the way you always pictured. Never fear: the experts at Garrett Educational Consulting have given us several tips […]


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Balancing Marriage & Parenting

Jul 28, 2021 | scoop team

The struggle for homeostasis is something that parents are constantly striving towards. I have been a parent coach for several years, and I have noticed that it is often difficult to separate the marriage from the Parenting. You can be a parent and not be married, and you can also be married without being a […]


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The Charlotte Welcome Back Fest on Saturday, July 24th. Food Trucks, Live Music, Kids’ Fun & More

Jul 19, 2021 | scoop team

Festivals and outdoor concerts are back, and Novant Health leaders are so excited about it, they’ve planned a series of Welcome Back Fests in Charlotte, Wilmington and Winston-Salem. The Charlotte Event date and location is: Saturday, July 24, at Romare Bearden Park in Charlotte. Festival-goers will enjoy array of entertainment options, games, activities, food trucks plus a very […]


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Navigating Summertime Parenting

Jun 24, 2021 | scoop team

When I was a child, summer felt like it was filled with ways that my parents kept me occupied. The majority of my summer was filled with band camps and summer reading. We traveled as a family and loved seeing my closest cousins and spent time with them. Summer felt short as a child, I […]



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We Go Shopping with 3 Littles under 5 at Tiny for Children

Jun 13, 2021 | scoop team

Recently we went shopping for summer children’s fashion at the Myers Park boutique TINY for Children, on Selwyn Ave. at Colony. Owner Carolyn Hotham has a fabulous eye for style, whether it be in jewelry, interiors, or fashion. Discerning mothers, grandmothers, and adored aunts know to shop TINY for the perfect mix of gorgeous and […]


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Important Scoop. What are the Best Kid & Pet Friendly Patios in Charlotte?

Jun 10, 2021 | Veronica LeMaster

Looking for outdoor spaces that the whole family can enjoy? We’ve got you covered! Enjoy the summer weather with your little ones and pup in tow with these kid and dog-friendly patios from Mooresville to Indian Land. For The Kids Optimist Hall1115 N. Brevard St. What to expect: Order from your favorite food stall (there’s […]


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60+ Father’s Day Gifts from Some of Our Favorite Local Shops

Jun 7, 2021 | scoop team

Blackhawk Hardware Paper Skyscraper Shop for Dad at Paper Skyscraper’s new website, where they’ve packaged up some great gift baskets for the guys. Onward Reserve LAKE PJs + Onward Reserve New Collab, perfect for the men in your life. Also, check out the New Arrivals at Onward Reserve in the PRSC ~  Polos and Performance […]


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Transitioning from Parenting to “Consulting” for Your College Grad.

May 21, 2021 | scoop team

The summer season brings lots of changes and transitions. As a parent of young children, you may start to have a bit of panic about summer plans. When children are young, summer camps can be a haven for both parents and children. Parents do not want their children bored and stuck on electronics, so your […]


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Our 2021 Charlotte Kids Eat Free Update

May 4, 2021 | Veronica LeMaster

Need a night off from making dinner? We’ve got you covered. Here is our updated post quarantine 2021 list of Charlotte restaurants where kids eat free (or super cheap!). Bookmark this post for stress-free and cheap eats that make family dinners out a breeze. Editor’s Note: We do our very best to check and verify […]


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Our Picks for 5 Unique Charlotte Summer Camps with Openings for Your Child

Apr 25, 2021 | scoop team

Summer Camp sign ups always sneak up on us. This year the scramble to find a great camp with availability seems to be a bigger challenge. Many kids missed out on a camp experience last summer so parents are eager to make it happen this summer, and a block of free time or uninterrupted work […]


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Join in the ISF Star Light Star Bright Luminary Event for Those Affected by Cancer

Feb 21, 2021 | scoop team

On March 9th the Isabella Santos Foundation will host a special luminary dedication event, Star Light Star Bright, in honor of their founder, Isabella, on what would have been her sixteenth birthday. The dedication will take place on the front lawn of Calvary Church, where Isabella attended preschool and is laid to rest in their […]


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