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Free Ice Cream, Bunnies, Baby Animals & More Things to Do with Family This Week 4/8

Apr 7, 2019 | scoop team

What a week – the sun is shining… we’ve got baby animals, lots of lions, snails, Pete the Cat, bunnies, oh yeah — and did we mention free ice cream?! Wildlife Baby Shower Discovery Place NatureAttend this “baby shower” to provide aid to local rehabilitation organizations. Bring a gift, listen to a fun baby animal […]


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Wifescoop: 7 days In Charlotte With My Husband Out of the Country

Apr 6, 2019 | scoop team

Now that’s a headline. Especially since you know what went down last time Brett left town. I’m still not over the embarrassment of the toilet paper incident. This time around I knew I had 7 days to do my thing — to loosen the schedule and let some things slide. Skip gymnastics and throw bagel […]



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The Mother of All Baby Showers is Coming to Charlotte – Get Your Tickets at 30% off

Apr 1, 2019 | scoop team

It’s the MOABS y’all and it’s headed our way. The Mother of All Baby Showers® (MOABS) is the nation’s largest adults-only night out for expectant and new parents. It’s an evening full of resources, support and education from experts, peers and hand-picked local and national brands. Thursday, April 18 at Discovery Place Science from 6-9 […]


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Erin Santos of ISF Receives National Award Recognition

Apr 1, 2019 | Susu

Erin Santos, executive director of the Isabella Santos Foundation (ISF) has received the “ABC Larry Frederick Award” from America’s Blood Centers (ABC) for her commitment to raising awareness of the need for blood donation. “I am incredibly honored to receive this recognition from America’s Blood Centers,” said Erin Santos, executive director and president of the […]


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Pandas, Bees, American Girl Events, Tawba Walk, Peter Rabbit & Other Things to Do with Family This Week – 4/1

Mar 24, 2019 | scoop team

Owlet Nature Play Dates Reedy Creek Nature Preserve Owlets receive hands-on craft experiences, nature hikes, songs, stories and free play. Small Stalks Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden Explore nature through stories, song, plantings, crafts and play in Lost Hollow. American Girl Book Club Mint Hill Library Kids are invited to American Girl Book Club. Pandas in […]


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Bunnies, Birdhouses, Frogs, Big Cats, Charlotte Fair & More Things to Do with Family this Week 3/25

Mar 17, 2019 | scoop team

Creek Week: Dip Netting for Water Quality McDowell Nature Preserve Fish and dip-net the local stream to catch little critters that help determine water quality. Register online. Yoga Storytime Cornelius Library Discover how movement can bring stories to life in new ways. 2019 Collegiate Baseball Series BB&T Ballpark Clemson University play the Charlotte 49ers at […]


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Kid Day to Pet Fair, Almost 20 Fun Things to Do with Family this Week ~ 3/18

Mar 10, 2019 | scoop team

Global Recycling Day: Recycling Center Field Trip McDowell Nature Preserve Discover how recyclables are sorted and processed, and find out what they will become once remade. Community Read: The “Love” Scavenger Hunt Myers Park Library Drop in for a literacy scavenger hunt inspired the children’s picture book, “Love” by Matt de la Peña. Storytime Mondays […]


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Here’s Your Spring Break Reading List

Mar 9, 2019 | Ashley Kaufman

When you’re packing for spring break, don’t forget to pick up the latest bestselling books along with a new sundress. The hottest spring reads include plenty of thrillers to keep you up past bedtime, inspiration to stop apologizing and achieve your goals, and new young adult novels from two bestselling Charlotte area authors. Whether you’re […]


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DearNovemberDays visits TINY with Her Beautiful Babies for Spring Style

Mar 4, 2019 | scoop team

Kristina with DearNovemberDays has three beautiful girls who often appear with her on her instagram profile and on her blog. We sent them off to TINY the children’s boutique on Selwyn Ave. this weekend to model some spring dresses and outfits for girls ~ and they are pretty adorable. Spring will get here eventually, we […]


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Mardi Gras, Dakota & Friends, American Girl Live and More Things to Do with Family this Week 3/4

Mar 3, 2019 | scoop team

Story Explorers Scaleybark Library Explore books and stories in creative ways through interactive activities. Participants will have the opportunity to spend these 30 minutes practicing reading fluency and comprehension. Registration required. Dakota And Friends ImaginOn: The Joe & Joan Martin Center Meet and interact with Dakota, pet a baby T-Rex. Read aloud to dinosaurs, then […]


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