We have broken down a few different ways for you to celebrate the big 4-0 in the Queen City. Charlotte’s certainly got a lot of great options, from elegant spaces to casual places and plenty in between. You’re So Fancy How would you like to celebrate your 40th birthday? Do you like the finer things […]
Beach read season has arrived, giving us the perfect excuse to dive into juicy romances and chilling mysteries. Whether you’re spending time on the coast or laying out at your favorite pool in town, the latest books will keep you enthralled while soaking up the sun. Our picks include a new legal thriller by a […]
40 is the new 20, a sentence I now feel like I hear weekly. Is it true, or is it just because I am getting closer to that “new 20”? I do believe that by age 40, women have more confidence and have gotten to the point in their lives that they don’t care what […]
Lawdy Lawdy now you’re Forty. It’s a big milestone and definitely one worth celebrating. And we are right there with you. This is a great decade for women ~ you’ve definitely still got it going on, but you’ve aged out of most of the insecurities, questioning and restless searching of your youth. Your energy, sex-life and […]
by Erin Maddrey Éclairs, tarts and salted caramel brownies… these are some of the things Charlotteans love most about Amélie’s French Bakery & Café. Scoop went behind the curtain to find out who is responsible for the sugary goodness we crave. Mary Jayne Wilson is the executive chef and director of operations at Amélie’s French […]
2U Laundry is offering scoop readers a BOGO deal that is sure to make your Mother’s Day celebration a lot more festive. For every bag of laundry you pay 2U to do for you, you will get another bag free. (up to 4 bags). The typical customer uses one large bag per week (which is about […]
The Isabella Santos Foundation hosted their 2nd Annual Coffee for a Cure last month, with a two-day event to raise awareness and funds for the fight against pediatric cancer, and to educate community members on the importance of bringing pediatric cancer treatments home to Charlotte. The event raised $185,000, with donations continuing to come in. It […]
Graduation Etiquette If you have a high school or college graduate, or if you’ve been invited to a graduation ceremony or party, you may have some questions about the etiquette of graduations. Below are some common questions, and my (hopefully) straight forward answers on graduation etiquette. Congratulations and enjoy the party! FOR FAMILIES OF […]
Hillary Cooper is the director of advancement and communications at the Mint Museum. Cooper’s responsibilities include brand development, marketing, strategic communications and community relations for the entire Mint Museums organization, which includes the Mint Museum Uptown and the Mint Museum Randolph. In addition to her career, she is also a wife and mother always on […]
This guest blog post is from Rebecca Glavin, MBA, MSW, LCSW, a therapist in Charlotte. To learn more about Rebecca, her practice and her specialties, visit her website www.glavincounseling.com. This is the first of two posts Rebecca sent us, about Working and Motherhood. You can find her “Part I” article HERE. I want […]
This guest blog post is from Rebecca Glavin, MBA, MSW, LCSW, a therapist in Charlotte. To learn more about Rebecca, her practice and her specialties, visit her website www.glavincounseling.com. This is the first of two posts Rebecca sent us, about Working and Motherhood. You can find her follow up article HERE. As a mother […]
Whether you’re heading to a scenic spot in the Carolinas or hopping a plane for an exotic getaway, you’ll need a page-turning book for your trip along with a swimsuit and sandals. The hottest titles include the true story of brilliant women behind a hit movie, chilling thrillers, and a guide to life from two […]
