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What’s New and On Sale in the Stores this Week? ~12/3

Dec 2, 2015 | scoop team

Escaped the weekend shopping madness unscathed but still have items unchecked on your list? Or you’re like me and haven’t even started yet? No problem, there are still plenty of sales to be had this week at the local boutiques, including pop-up shops, holiday photos, parties and much more: Shopping Pop Ups are the Holiday […]


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Where to Go & What to Do This Weekend – 12/5

Dec 2, 2015 | Allison

It’s time to come out of your turkey-induced coma and enjoy all that’s going on in the QC this holiday season. And there sure is a lot. We know your schedules fill up quickly, but pencil in one (or two!) of these don’t miss events and you’ll thank us later. Looking for something for kids […]


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What to Wear to a Casual Holiday Party

Dec 2, 2015 | scoop team

What To Wear, What To Wear….That is the question. With so many different kinds of holiday parties to attend, one look definitely does not fit all.  Neighborhood Suppers, Office Parties, Cocktails, Family Gift Exchanges, Tree Lightings, and so on. That is why scoopcharlotte has created a series this month to guide you on exactly what […]


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Holiday Shopping Hours in the Charlotte Boutiques

Dec 1, 2015 | scoop team

With only 25 shopping days left until the big day, the countdown to complete your list is on. Good thing the local shops and boutiques are open longer hours and many are even open Christmas Eve to extend your shopping time to the max. Plan wisely, then plan to panic. LUXE ANGEL   KK BLOOM BOUTIQUE […]


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Seasonal Produce Scoop ~ 32 ways to cook with sweet potatoes.

Nov 30, 2015 | scoop team

You may love to order sweet potato fries at your favorite local burger joint and may have baked them in a casserole for Thanksgiving dinner, but did you know that sweet potatoes can be used to make breads, desserts, salads, smoothies, and even burgers? Believe it or not, you can even use them to make breakfast! By incorporating […]


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Orange Theory for Fit Holidays.

Nov 30, 2015 | Susu

Orange Theory Quail Corners and Orange Theory Arboretum kick off 12 days of Fitness on Tuesday, December 1st.  For 12 days, from 12/1 thru 12/12, OTF’s two Charlotte locations will have themed workouts, different every day, so you can mix things up and have some fun while you burn off holiday stress and pounds. Details […]


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Holiday Beauty Tricks: Look Great in Minutes

Nov 30, 2015 | scoop team

Holiday Party Time is here. Do you find yourself running errands and cooking all day, decorating the mantle and arranging flowers only to realize that the guests are due in 30 minutes? And you’re still in yoga pants and haven’t washed your face? No problem – with these products, you can look like you spent […]


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Holidays at Metropolitan include Santa’s Visit and a Gingerbread House Contest.

Nov 30, 2015 | scoop team

Keeping things simple is key during this time of year, and that’s why scoop girls love an upscale “mixed use” shopping center. One with good shops, a nice grocery, great options for dining both quick and classy, and anything else we need to check off of our list, like a salon or fitness studio. Add […]


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Local Cyber Monday Deals

Nov 29, 2015 | scoop team

Out of town over the Thanksgiving holiday and couldn’t support local on Black Friday or Small Business Saturday? No problem, there are a few local shops who also sell online and have some great Cyber Monday deals happening tomorrow! THE PINK HANGER   SWOOZIE’S 20% off everything on site and FREE SHIPPING   LOTUS   […]


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Scoop’s Blogger Preview of the GW Pop Up Shop at EpiCentre

Nov 29, 2015 | Susu

GW: A Retail Concept Store Nov. 30-Dec. 6, EpiCentre scoopcharlotte met three popular local bloggers at the new GW Pop Up Store last week for a preview of the store’s amazing selection of brand name and vintage clothing at thrift store prices. We figured…who better to show us how to score great outfits from this […]


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Shopping Pop Ups are the Holiday Rage in Charlotte this year. Here’s our list by day.

Nov 29, 2015 | Susu

GW: A retail concept store (designer thrift pop up) EpiCentre Monday, November 30 11:00 am thru Sunday, December 6. GW is a designer thrift store with womens, mens, decor and small furniture popping up at EpiCentre for one week. Brought to you by Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont, GW features designer labels in a […]


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The Smart Picks on Things to Do with Family in Charlotte This Week – November 30

Nov 27, 2015 | scoop team

Hoping you had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Time to work off all of that turkey at some super family-friendly events this week. December starts on Tuesday…hard to believe 2015 is coming to a close soon. Leonard Bearstein Symphony Orchestra November 30-December 31 Founders Hall – Uptown Charlotte The bears return for the holidays. Such a fun […]


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