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February is Black History Month, a celebration of all the contributions of Black Americans throughout history. Started in 1926 as a weeklong event celebrated the second week in February to coincide with the birthdays of President Abraham Lincoln and abolitionist Frederick Douglass, now the entire month of February is designated as a time to time […]

What’s your favorite book? There are as many answers as there are people! From a cookbook to a murder mystery, historical non-fiction to dramatic science fiction. Your reading list is probably different from your best friend, your spouse, even those in your book club. The good news is at this year’s Verse & Vino, there […]

Think you’re ready for small-town life but don’t want to stray too far from the big city? Just 30-45 minutes southwest of uptown, these nearby gems feature great schools, lower taxes, charming shops and restaurants. We spoke to the pros at Helen Adams Realty about what it’s like to live in Fort Mill, Rock Hill, […]

Hispanic Heritage Month begins September 15, and the QC is full of ways to celebrate and support. Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15 by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. According to […]

Looking for small-town living that’s not too far from the city? Head down Highway 74 to these three charming towns that are close enough to enjoy the amenities of uptown, but filled with enough activities, restaurants and events to stand on their own. Matthews, Mint Hill and Indian Trail were once hidden gems just to […]

I DREAM is one of Opera Carolina’s most popular Charlotte performances, so much so that they have brought it back for a reprisal this September. Revised for the 2021 performances, the new version coming to Opera Carolina includes new music and a completely revised script to bring to life this remarkable story.  I Dream is a […]

Charlotte’s Pride celebration is unlike any other city’s in the world. “What sets us apart is that we’re not a big city pride or a small town pride,” says Charlotte Pride Communications Director Matt Comer. “You can come to Charlotte Pride and have a very intimate experience with your friends and family in an atmosphere […]

We all love a good CLT Instagram moment. There’s nothing glossier than her skyline with her diamond cut edges. But there’s also the deeper parts. The stuff with meaning. A lot of Charlotte’s best is in her tree-lined streets. Her events. Her heritage. Her growth. Her food. Her drink. Those of us who love her. […]

Whether you’re spending summer with your toes in the sand or hitting the rooftops bars (or both), it’s the perfect time to dive into the latest reads. There are plenty of hot new books hitting the shelves, from beach read bestsellers to page-turning thrillers by a local author and a former president. Stock up on […]

Beatrice (Bea) Moise is busy. As a Board-Certified cognitive specialist and parenting coach, she spends many days helping parents navigate the behavioral and academic issues that can come with autism, ADHD, and more through her company A Child Like Mine, LLC. Other days, she’s on television giving parenting tips on shows like WCNC’s Charlotte Parenting […]

Ready to step away from the hustle and bustle of uptown and into a more relaxed way of life? Lakeside living may be calling your name. And there’s no need to venture too far from the QC — we’re fortunate to have several gorgeous lakes within a short drive. But what’s it really like to […]

April Smith knows the service industry. In high school and college, she spent more than five years working in a restaurant as everything from hostess to prep-cook, learning everything she could about customer service and thriving under pressure. Years later she was able to put this knowledge to use for her restaurant and brewery clients […]