Lots of people try to makeover their bodies for the new year, but many parents would much rather makeover their bank accounts.Here are a few simple tips to get your fiscal house in order this year: Invest kids’ holiday money wisely: Kids often get cash as presents for the holidays, which is why it’s a great time […]
The long weekend is here (and an early release day for CMS on Wednesday). Here are lots of things to do this week to keep those kiddos entertained and to keep you sane. Celebrate National Popcorn Day All Week! TASTEBUDS POPCORN at Metropolitan will celebrate National Popcorn Day (Tuesday 1/19) all week (M-F) with a contest to […]
It’s my most favorite time of the year…consignment sales season! Spring & Summer sales kicked off at the beginning of February, and continue through March. Plenty of opportunity to find some great children’s clothing, furniture, toys, gear and more at a fraction of the retail price. But, before you shop or sell at one (or […]
Everyone is back in school now, and routines are settling in. Lots of fun things to do with family this week, and even for the long weekend ahead. FREE Krispy Kreme Doughnuts January 11 @ 8am-5pm Uptown – corner of West Trade & South Tryon Make a morning trip with the preschoolers, or an afterschool […]
There is still time to do some last minute homework to apply to an independent school for the 2016-2017 school year in Charlotte. Application deadlines are usually mid-January, so you are getting down to the wire. But it’s not too late, and hopefully you have been keeping up with the process through our series of […]
Shawna Baker and the instructors at Xtend Barre fitness studio know all too well that one of the first things sacrificed in the first 6-12 months of having a baby is exercise. New moms know exercise is super-important, but finding time alone to head to a class or out for a run is tough. To […]
Here are our picks for Things to Do with Family this week in Charlotte ~ it’s time for back to work and school, but there’s still lots of fun to be had. Family Storytime: Pajama Rama on The Plaza January 4 @ 7pm Plaza Midwood Library Get your PJs on and head to the library for […]
Winter Break Camps: Discovery Place The Little Gym Children’s Theatre of Charlotte My Gym Days and times vary by location. Jump, Jump, Jump Hours vary by day Sky High Sports Don’t miss the chance to bounce out their holiday energy. So much fun for the whole family. Take a Break: Game Days December 29 & […]
It’s here! School is out for winter break and the kids have TONS of energy. Lucky for you, there are lots of things to keep them busy over the next two weeks. Fun family outings, movies and plays to see, and even camps for them if you need finish up some last minute shopping or […]
The holiday fun continues this week. For a list of even MORE things to do with family in Charlotte this holiday season, check out our Holidays with the Family post HERE. Drive Thru Christmas December 14 & 15 @ 6-8pm Carmel Presbyterian Church Experience a drive thru live nativity that has become a tradition at […]
If you’re not in the holiday spirit yet, you will be after checking out some of these great family-friendly events coming up this holiday season. Enjoy! Candlelight Christmas December 5 @ 6-9pm Latta Plantation Enjoy Christmas by candlelight as it was in the early 1800s. Winter Wonderland December 5& 6, 12 & 13 @ 11am-5pm […]
This is one of our favorite Holiday Events around town ~ there’s a little something for everyone, and the stores in the Morrison Shops are some of Charlotte’s best options for fashion, decor, gifting, wining and dining. It really is a Get-It-All-Done-Today option for you. Plus there’s a Toy Drive to benefit Toys For Tots, […]
