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Lots of fun this week to keep the Labor Day vibe going including turtles, survival skills, shopping, Hello Kitty Truck, food trucks and lots of museums for free. Talk Turtle To MeMcDowell Nature PreserveTuesday, September 3, 2:00 p.m.Make some new turtle friends and even make your own recycled turtle craft. Registration is required. Field Of […]

We’re heading into a season full of changes: new school years, cooler temperatures, fall wardrobes and yes, plenty of new restaurants and menus to add to your must-try list. Read on for the latest in openings, foodie events and menu updates for early September: NEW & COMING SOON Rockin’ Rolls Sushi Express – Open now Sushi […]

Blue Flowers, a new upscale CBD boutique open on Sharon Rd. in SouthPark, celebrates its Grand Opening on Saturday, Sept. 7. You can enjoy an entire day of grand opening festivities, from 10 a.m.- 7 p.m., filled with opportunities to ask questions, learn from local growers and interact with the staff of the city’s first […]

Fall into fun at one of the many upcoming festivals around town. We’ve got the scoop on all the details from picking pumpkins to cultural experiences. Yiasou Greek Festival Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox CathedralThursday, September 5-8Enjoy cultural exhibits, food, entertainment, live music, dancing, wine tastings, art and the Kids Playland with rides, face painting and […]

It’s the unofficial last weekend of summer. But not to worry, there are plenty of ways to make the most of it. From festivals to concerts to craft markets, here’s what to do and where to go this weekend in Charlotte: ALL WEEKEND Matthews Alive Festival August 30 – September 2 via Facebook Support local […]

Labor Day Store Hours We’ve heard from a few shops on holiday hours and closings. As always, we recommend calling your favorite store to make sure they are open before stopping by. Tiny 4 Children – Closed Monday 9/2Storey Home Design – Closed Friday 8/30- Monday 9/2Neiman Marcus – Open 10:00-5:00 Monday 9/2Theory Design Studio […]

The annual Great Gatsby Gala, now in its 31st year, shimmied again this past Saturday evening at the Hilton Center City. Guests enjoyed live orchestra, swing dancing, heavy hors d’oeuvres and desserts and an extensive silent auction to raise funds to support the National MS Society’s mission of a world free of MS. Missed the […]

Guest Post by DeeDee Dalrymple, Effortless Entertaining. DEAR FRIENDS!  I love being invited to friends’ homes for dinner or for the weekend! Since releasing Effortless Entertaining friends, who have had us a million times before often say things like, “I had to really step it up knowing you were coming!” Not true!!! The real truth […]

You’ve landed on an ‘old’ article, the info below may well be outdated. please link thru HERE for our latest update. September is right around the corner and that means it’s apple picking time. Whether you’re looking for a day of family fun or a creative date idea, apple picking is something anyone can enjoy. […]

Boarding School 101 offers the opportunity for you to attend at no charge a panel discussion and meet & greet with almost 50 of the best boarding schools in the Eastern US and Canada (!). Read about the event here, and rsvp soon. Parents, students, tutors, teachers, administrators & more, please join us! Monday, September […]

You know we love some wine, and so, we love some Corkbuzz. One of our favorite date night spots is also one of our favorite happy hour spots, even better now that they’ve rolled out specials every day of the week except Saturday. Their wine selection is amazing ~ the work of their Master Sommelier […]

Round out your summer with a weekend of shoppable markets, live music and plenty of opportunities to raise a wine glass. Start planning with our day-by-day guide to what to do this weekend in Charlotte: ALL WEEKEND Vintage Market Days of Charlotte ‘Enjoy the Ride’August 23 – 25 | Charlotte Motor Speedway Shop this upscale […]