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Two Popular NC Sleep-Away Camps Pivot to Something New this Summer

Jun 12, 2020 | Susu

Most of the sleep away camps in the NC mountains have elected to cancel for Summer 2020, although a few local faves remain open, like the YMCA’s Camp Harrison and Chattanooga’s popular McCallie Sports Camps, although it (McC) is waitlist only. Two popular boys camps have pivoted to something that may interest you and your […]


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Charlotte Summer 2020 Camps. Traditional and Virtual Options to Book Now

Jun 10, 2020 | scoop team

Just like the end of the school year, summer camp and traditional summertime fun are going to look different this year. While everyone’s work situation and comfort levels on interaction are different, parents all share the same notion of “How am I going to keep these kids busy this summer?” Charlotte camp organizers have responded […]


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Dozens of Father's Day Gifts in Charlotte from 10 Local Businesses.

Jun 7, 2020 | scoop team

We shopped some of our favorite local stores for unique dad-worthy gifts this year. Shop them in person or online, but don’t wait til Saturday, June 20 to take care of the men in your life! Johnny Fly Johnny Fly is a Charlotte born and based fashion brand with a focus on sustainability. We create […]



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Handling The Last Few Days of School At Home

May 17, 2020 | scoop team

Guest post by Michele Mannering, PhD, Psychologist 🧠 Mom 😘 Runner 🏃‍♀️ The feeling you get as Memorial Day approaches is typically blissful: days are longer, school is winding down, and vacation is on the horizon.  Kids are equally excited for the days ahead: no school, no homework, and counting down the days until summer […]


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What is Happening with Grades re: College Admissions?

May 11, 2020 | scoop team

So it is official. No one will be returning to campus for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. CMS, along with the local private schools, have all announced that they will remain in remote learning through the end of the year. What I have come to learn over the course of my countless Zoom […]



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Who Writes a Book During a Quarantine? Molly Grantham of course.

May 3, 2020 | scoop team

Molly Grantham, of course. The wife, mom of two with a third soon on the way, full time TV news anchor for WBTV, habitual non-profit emcee and charity champion used her shelter in place time to write and self-publish her second book; The Juggle is Real. If you read her first book, Small Victories, she […]


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Over 50 Grad Gifts from the Charlotte Shops

May 2, 2020 | scoop team

#WorstGraduationEver, right? Not every student loves the pomp & circumstance, the ritual & tradition, but every student at least deserves the option to dislike it IN PERSON. In the same room with all their classmates, friends, and proud family. Since the grads of 2020 will miss their big event, you’ll want to make sure you […]


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Here are 12 Mom Makers to Know in Charlotte

Apr 30, 2020 | scoop team

It’s possible to pursue something for yourself while simultaneously showing up well for the people you love. It’s possible to be a great mother and a great entrepreneur. Rachel Hollis These ladies prove everyday that there is truth to that quote. Although they all came to be business owners in different ways and for different […]


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Order Now. 50+ Mother’s Day Gifts from the Charlotte Shops.

Apr 27, 2020 | scoop team

Yes, it’s still a couple of weeks away (Sunday, May 10th), and yes, there’s a possibility your favorite local shop will be able to be open prior to Mother’s Day for an in-person visit if you are up for that. But if you want to have something shipped, or delivered, play it safe and order […]


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What Is Happening in Standardized Testing and College Admissions Right Now?

Apr 27, 2020 | scoop team

In the world of college admissions that the only thing that is predictable, is that it is unpredictable. Right now, as you know, that statement is especially true. The changes that are currently taking place are unprecedented – we, including the institutions of higher education, are in uncharted waters. Over the past month, I have […]


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