The Embers Hotel is Blowing Rock’s newest boutique hotel conveniently tucked in downtown Blowing Rock, right off the Blue Ridge Parkway and nestled among the enchanting Blue Ridge Mountains. The Embers Hotel, which opened April 1st last spring, is a 36-room boutique overlooking downtown Blowing Rock, allowing you to both embrace the adventures of the […]
We hate to be the bearer of bad news, but there are only a few weekends left of summer break. While this time of year can be hectic preparing for all things back-to-school, let’s all agree to leave a little summer left to have some fun with family and friends. This weekend you can shop […]
It feels like this summer is setting records, both for reaching the top of the temperature charts and the excitement surrounding new foodie hotspots around the Queen City. And there’s still plenty of heat left as we round out the final few weeks of summer. Read on for the latest Charlotte restaurant and foodie news […]
The Gluten Intolerance Group has picked Charlotte to host its 50th Anniversary Celebration the weekend of September 7-8, 2024. Big news for the Gluten-Free, Gluten Intolerant, and GF Curious among us ~ The national Gluten Intolerance Group is coming to the QC the 1st weekend in September with a two-day event to celebrate their five […]
There’s just not much as uplifting as spending time enjoying a sunny day in Charlotte, especially when the temps are within reason and you can enjoy some breaks in the shade of our high tree canopy. But just like we now know that we should never hang in the sun without sunscreen ~ we literally […]
With Uha Reddy, MD, Tryon Medical Partners Osteoporosis, often called the “silent thief,” is a condition that gradually weakens bones, making them fragile and prone to fractures. This stealthy disease affects millions worldwide, yet many remain unaware of its presence until a broken bone occurs. But what exactly causes our skeleton to lose its strength? […]
In its 23rd year in 2024, 24 Hours of Booty – the local charity cycling (and walking) event striving to change the course of cancer – begins as always at 7pm on Friday, July 26 and ends at 7pm on Saturday, July 27. The race starts at the intersection of Wellesley and Queens Road West (GPS: 1600 Queens […]
Starting a business from scratch has been the most stressful, anxiety-inducing, and rewarding experience of Mel Ishage’s life. Taking this leap in the city where she grew up, which now feels unfamiliar, posed a significant challenge. After spending 12 years living in New York, LA, and Las Vegas, Mel moved back to Charlotte in June […]
Whether you’re in the mood to celebrate or just soak up some summer vibes, Charlotte has you covered for an awesome pre-Independence Day weekend. Start the weekend off by shopping at a local farmers market, then catch the NHL draft, crawl your way through the best Mimosas and brunch, vote for your favorite cocktail and […]
Guest post contributed by CEENTA What is “Swimmer’s Ear”? If you get water in your ear, and it stays inside your ear, it can cause a condition known as swimmer’s ear. Swimmer’s ear (or otitis externa) is an infection of your outer ear caused by bacteria that can grow in this moist environment. Symptoms include ear pain, itching, […]
FUN FACT: You could visit a North Carolina waterfall every weekend for several years without repeating your trip, since there are about 250 Waterfalls in Transylvania County and the Brevard area alone. They don’t call it the “Land of the Waterfalls” for nothin’. We’ve picked out 25 of our favorites that are accessible in various […]
It’s the official start of summer this week, which means the days are only getting longer and hotter! Keep busy this weekend with multiple sales to shop, foodie events, a birthday celebration, Pride events, live music, a 5K, and much more. THINGS TO DO THIS THURSDAY, JUNE 20 Perry’s Annual Golden Opportunity SaleJune 19 – […]
