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October Restaurant News: Openings, Closings, Wine Dinners, Oktoberfests, and More Food Scoop for Charlotte

Oct 1, 2024 | Sophia Jacobs

From Sweetgreen to Albertine, a new month in Charlotte brings with it new restaurant openings, events, happenings. Read on for the foodie scoop: October Restaurant Now Open & Opening Soon Albertine Restaurant, Uptown – Open now From the creators of @kindredrestaurant, @milkbreadallday, and @hellosailornc comes Albertine, named after Queen Charlotte’s mother: Elisabeth Albertine. At Albertine’s […]


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UPDATED: Charlotte Area Spooky Fun this Month

Sep 30, 2024 | Sophia Jacobs

When it comes to spooky things to do this October, Charlotte has a frightful amount of haunted houses, horror movies, and more waiting around the corner. If you’re looking for your next scare, look no further because we’ve rounded up a list of the best activities to give you a fearfully fun Halloween season. Scroll […]


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UPDATED: Ways to Help Western NC after Hurricane Helene (10/22)

Sep 30, 2024 | scoop team

While there are more and more options developing every day, one of the best and easiest is to make a DONATION, repeatedly. There will be needs for months and months during recovery. The good news is that as of this update, several towns in WNC are open and hoping you will visit. Here’s a good […]


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Galas, Free Skate, Makers Mark, Yacht Rock, Film | Wine | October Fests, Edit Sale, Shop The Yard, and More Things to Do this Weekend – (9/26)

Sep 25, 2024 | Veronica LeMaster

While we’re patiently waiting for lower temps in the Queen City, and trying to avoid hurricane fall-off, we’re always looking for something new to do around the QC. There are plenty of options this weekend including: Charlotte Film Festival, Breakaway Music Festival, shopping sales, foodie nights, a roller disco, Rail Trail cleanup, and much more. […]


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Local Restaurants Where You Can Host Your Holiday Party This Year

Sep 23, 2024 | Alex Maloney

We can’t believe it either, but the holidays are right around the corner, at least when it comes to planning your holiday party. If you’re on the hook to organize the company dinner, the supper club evening out, an extended family gathering, or a large group celebration of any sort around the holidays, knowing your […]


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Nearby Corn Mazes & Pumpkin Patches to Visit this Year

Sep 23, 2024 | Sophia Jacobs

Nothing gets us into the fall season quite like pumpkin patches and corn mazes, which is why we’ve rounded up a list of our favorites in the area (and a few worth the drive) with all the important info you need to know. Pumpkin Farms: Hall Family Farm – Lancaster, SC Activities: Pumpkin picking, large […]


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Here are Great Fall Hikes for the Whole Family

Sep 22, 2024 | scoop team

Fall is the perfect time of year to get out and explore the outdoors with family while enjoying cooler days and beautiful fall foliage. Our list of hikes are all local to our area making them an easy activity outing on a nice day. Hikes under 2 miles tend to work best for most families […]


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Oktoberfests Begin, Festival in the Park, Potters Market, Vintage Market, Fashion Show, Cool Sales, Dog Adoption & More Things to Do this Weekend – (9/19)

Sep 18, 2024 | Veronica LeMaster

Say your final goodbyes to summer and celebrate fall with so many fun things to do this weekend. Choose from five festivals to attend, shop at local markets and pop-ups, celebrate Oktoberfest, get dolled up for a cause, enjoy a movie outdoors, go apple picking, and much more. THINGS TO DO THIS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 […]


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Your Charlotte Half-Price Wine Update for Fall | Winter 2024

Sep 17, 2024 | Alex Maloney

As the temperatures drop in Charlotte, we’re getting ready for colder weather activities like apple picking, corn mazes, ice skating and of course, cozying up with a good glass of wine. From new spots to old favorites, we have your updated half-price wine list to work your way through this fall and winter. Every Day […]


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Realtor Recommended Neighborhoods – The Scoop on Who is Buying Where

Sep 16, 2024 | scoop team

The Charlotte real estate scene offers trendy townhomes, beautiful bungalows, classic brick colonials, and luxe lakefront abodes. We tapped the area’s top-notch REALTORS® at Helen Adams Realty to get their insider info on the hidden gems and hot places to buy and why. BELMONT (the town not the neighborhood) REALTOR® Liz Georgion cannot say enough […]


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Here are 18 Date Night Ideas in SouthPark This Fall

Sep 14, 2024 | Allison

Between summer ending and school starting back up, chances are you’re overdue for a date night. Luckily, SouthPark has everything you need to make the most of a night out, whether you’re looking to get in a workout, take in some art, or toast with your sweetie. Read on for 18 ways to spend a […]


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Executive Functioning Skills: The Hidden Key to Academic Success

Sep 12, 2024 | scoop team

Charlotte area students spend their high school years preparing to tackle their college applications and for the leap to college.  Much focus is placed on GPAs, standardized test scores, and extracurricular activities. However, there’s a set of skills that often flies under the radar yet proves crucial for academic success: executive functioning skills (EF). These […]


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