This is a guest post from our partners at CEENTA. This winter has been particularly rough for the immune system, with both children and adults being affected by illnesses like COVID, RSV, and – more commonly – viral upper respiratory infections known as “the common cold.” In some cases these yearly maladies can involve the […]
Are you looking for an easy last minute family getaway? One of the best things about living in Charlotte is that we have so many wonderful areas to visit all within a short drive. Whether you’re looking for the beach, mountains, city, or anything in between all are accessible and short drive from Charlotte. Today […]
Diana Tong Roetting is on a mission to find a cure for her daughter Rosie’s rare disease. A little over a year ago Diana, a former chemical engineer and current dermatology PA, and her husband received the unimaginable news that their months-old daughter had an extremely rare and thus far incurable disease called GMPPA-CDG. After […]
Come one, come all ~ a CIRQUE is coming to town this February and bringing us daring acrobatics, mesmerizing aerialists, beautiful dancers, jugglers, lovable clowns, and amazing death-defying human stunts like the Globe of Death all under a big tent in Concord. Welcome to the awe-inspiring magic of the Do Portugal Circus, a family event […]
Spring consignment sales are a great way to save money on clothing and products for your family. The Charlotte area has lots of sales to choose from and most include gently used clothing, toys, and accessories for babies, kids, and teens. In addition to sharing a list of some of the most popular sales, we […]
It’s BACK! Our Charlotte Pet of the Year Contest Sponsored by Blackhawk Hardware. Enter Yours for a Chance at a $350 Gift Card. We love our fur babies ~ And we love yours too! Enter Your Pet to win scoop’s Pet of the Year Contest for 2024, sponsored by Blackhawk Hardware in the contest form below. […]
Summer break— a time of relaxation, vacations, and fun, right? While that’s certainly true, summer also presents a golden opportunity for high school students. How? Katie Garrett, the founder of Garrett Educational Consulting (GEC), says that by using this time to engage in activities that boost their resumes, students can work towards creating compelling college […]
This FAMILY TO DO in CHARLOTTE series is sponsored by CEENTA. Who doesn’t love photos with Santa? We love looking back at those early years, even when the photos are of crying faces and squirming. But when they’re just the right age, the wonder and excitement is pure magic. 🙂 If this is a tradition your […]
This FAMILY TO DO in CHARLOTTE series is sponsored by CEENTA. Looking for activities to do with your family this holiday season? The Queen City has so much to offer this time of year and we’ve got you covered with a list of 10 of best holiday activities around Charlotte. Each title in the list is […]
Kickoff the holiday season with the festive sights and sounds of the Novant Health Thanksgiving Eve Parade. The parade will step off on Thanksgiving Eve – Wednesday, November 22, on Tryon Street in Uptown. Read on for all you need to know to make it the best night ever, whether you’re celebrating with family, your […]
This FAMILY TO DO in CHARLOTTE series is sponsored by CEENTA. Now that it’s officially fall, it’s time to *carve* out some time to visit pumpkin patches and corn mazes in the Charlotte area! We’ve rounded up a list of our favorites in the area and included important info like hours, activities, and pricing. These farms […]
This FAMILY TO DO in CHARLOTTE series is sponsored by CEENTA. This is the perfect time to take a day trip as a family – the weather is good and gets better every day, the weekends provide a welcome break from school routines, and the change of season presents some ‘only in the fall’ family traditions […]
