Fall is here, and, in case you haven’t heard it already 1,000,000 times, that means it’s time for all things pumpkin. Before you go running for the “psl”, let us tell you about some places nearby where you can pick a great big pumpkin of your own right from the source. And here are some […]
Ok girl-moms, favorite aunts, god-mothers and grannies. This is an event you don’t want to miss ~ and in true scoop fashion, we’ve got two tickets to giveaway! The American Girl Fashion Show™ is being held on October 10 & 11 at The Ritz Carlton, Charlotte. There will be two American Girl Fashion Show™ events each of the […]
Rained Out 🙁 The Teal Pumpkin Project – Pumpkin Painting Party moves to 10/31 Join the good folks at Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Relief as they work to raise awareness for food allergies all over our city as part of the Teal Pumpkin Project. Due to the weather forecast (thank you Joaquin) AAIR has […]
Freedom to Read Week September 28-October 3 Charlotte Mecklenburg Libraries Celebrate Freedom to Read Week with lots of special events, activities and storytimes at the the libraries. Beauty and the Beast September 29-October 4 (showtimes vary) Blumenthal Performing Arts Center Don’t miss this Disney classic done as only Blumenthal Arts can. A great show […]
Baby Joggers UNITE! Finally, there’s a race just for you! The Hopebuilder’s Stroller Roller 5K, sponsored by PARENT FINANCIAL, is the newest feature of the 20th Annual Hopebuilders 5K Run/Walk. The Stroller Roller is the first 5K in Charlotte specifically designed for strollers, baby joggers, and even little red wagons. The STROLLER ROLLER starts 5 minutes after the […]
Shopping for clothing for the guys in our lives is often a challenge. Options can be slim pickings, and once you add in an age cohort under twelve years old, it can be downright impossible to find anything cute that isn’t covered with characters. Problem solved thanks to the newest line from THE SPORTING GENT. In addition to everything […]
School’s been back in session for almost a month now, so it’s no surprise that the germs are spreading like wildfire. So far we’ve had bronchitis, a double ear infection and two letters home about lice. This week we’re getting OUT of the house and finding some fun things to do around town. Hope your […]
Charlotte can be overwhelming when it comes to schools. The CMS system is huge = one of the biggest in the country (18th). And more Charlotteans send their children to private a.k.a. independent schools than anywhere else in the state. There is a wealth of choice; 88 private schools in Mecklenburg County. It’s not easy to […]
Looking for a new way to celebrate fall? Get lost in a local corn maze. These aren’t just for the kids, corn mazes are fun for all. We’ve done the work for you and found several area mazes open throughout the season. Browse our picks and check out the websites for more info, directions, and to confirm […]
Fall is in the air (at least for a few days). Get outside and enjoy the weather while making great memories with the family. Lots of things to do with family this week inside and out and all around the Queen City…enjoy. Cabarrus County Fair ALL WEEK – times vary by day Cabarrus Arena […]
You have landed on an ‘old’ article and the info may not still be accurate. Please link thru here for our latest update. This week our Smart Picks on Things to Do for Families are super festive…literally. We thought a review of the best fall festivals in Charlotte would help plan your weekends in this […]
How do you find a great doctor? Word of mouth? A neighbor? Finding a pediatrician, GP or internist is hard enough, but finding the right specialist in the right specialty to fix what ails you or your family when it ails you? It can be a real challenge. Especially if you are new to: a) […]
