Things To Do

Things To Do

Sophisticated Tailgating for The Queen’s Cup Steeplechase.

Apr 16, 2013 | scoop team

It’s tailgating at the next level. A picnic “Downton Abbey” style. Lady’s in hats, gentlemen in seer sucker bow ties , elaborate table settings and upscale dining. The Queens Cup Steeplechase is a signal to most Charlotteans that Spring has arrived.  On Saturday April 27th the tailgaters converge upon Brooklandwood Racecourse for a day of […]


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Where to snack, sip and shop in Savannah

Mar 30, 2013 | scoop team

Believe it or not, Savannah’s not all ghost tours and girl scouts. The quaint Georgian town is as charming and beautiful as it is vibrant. With yesteryear appeal and a cultural pulse, it’s a must-visit destination for any Charlottean looking for a quick getaway. The drive is under four hours- and well worth it- for the beauty awaiting down South. […]


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Emily Maynard’s new fashion & beauty blog

Mar 17, 2013 | Susu

The Queen City’s sweetheart, Emily Maynard, recently launched her own fashion & beauty blog, simply and aptly named www.emilymaynard.com.  According to her “about” page, Emily decided to create this blog so she could have a place to write down and share answers to all of the things people ask her – like where she gets […]


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How to Throw an Oscar Party that is Oscar Worthy

Feb 15, 2013 | scoop team

By Beverly Perkins I am so not interested in throwing an Academy Awards party with cheese ball decorations from the local party store.   This awards ceremony is the most glamorous of them all. So why not have a party that is elegant and tasteful?   Send out an elegant e-vite and let the festivities begin. […]


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The Belk Southern Designers Showcase.

Jan 20, 2013 | Susu

Belk is looking to partner with Southern designers again this year in their Showcase competition.  Winning designs will be featured in Spring 2014 advertising campaigns and sold at Belk and Belk.com. This was a wonderful event for many aspiring and established southern designers in the inaugural competition in 2012.  You can see the video and […]


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