Things To Do

Hello? Summer, is that you? Possibly… LKN is slowly reopening, and all the things we love about the Lake are starting to roll-in. As always, please check directly before attempting to partake, and wear your stylish masks when gathering. We’ve gathered the scoop on what’s happening, what’s not, and even found a few new openings! […]

As Charlotte enters phase 2 of the state’s re-opening plan, there are a few more options to fill your days off. Whether you’re staying in or venturing out, here are our top picks for where to go and things to do in Charlotte this weekend. IF YOU’RE VENTURING OUT Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden Reopens Daniel […]

As we await news of the timing regarding North Carolina’s phase two opening, Charlotte seems to be leaning in to the virtual events we can do from home this Memorial Day Weekend. We did find a few out-of-doors options for you, please wear your PPE for your safety and that of other attendees if you […]

The North Carolina high country offers 3,000+ miles of free, public hiking trails within 100 miles of Asheville ~ at least during normal times. Many NC parks and nature preserves have begun to re-open to visitors ~ with safe social distancing and some closures on facilities and specific trails / areas. Some places are still […]

One thing that has helped ease the stress of our new lifestyle has been the weather. Being able to go for walks on the regular and eat outside has been sanity saving. We are all familiar with Charlotte’s larger and popular parks; Freedom, Romare Bearden, Latta, but we are trying to keep some extra space […]

Looking for fresh, fun activities to fill your stay-at-home weekend? We’ve got just the thing. Read on for activities you can do safely outside of your home and others where you don’t have to leave the comfort of your own sofa. OPENING UP Per North Carolina’s phase one opening mandates, a number of businesses and […]

U-Pick produce is an annual favorite to support local, eat healthy and get outside. Fortunately, many farms have lots of wide-open space to stay well distant of other pickers, and several farms have accommodations in place for safe picking. Wear your face masks and gloves, and enjoy lots of fresh air and fun at our […]

Need a change of scenery but still want to stay socially distant? Here’s a fun idea for an outing ~ combine your takeout orders with a drive by some of our city’s amazing murals. We’ve set up our list by neighborhood, with suggestions of where to grab a bite to eat, some sweet treats or […]

If you have a homeschool set up in your home right now, you have a whole new appreciation for your children’s teachers. Many professions have completely shifted gears to adapt, but teachers have in the course of a few weeks moved to online learning, made sure students had food at home, access to the materials […]

Certain businesses are tentatively allowed to open effective this week, including retail shopping stores. Per the Charlotte Ledger, N.C. to enter ‘Phase 1’ of reopening on Friday at 5 p.m., governor says. Most businesses and parks can open  Restaurants, gyms and hair salons could follow as early as May 22 Still under modified stay-at-home order; […]

Pick up new skill, give back, get cooking and more – all from the comfort of your home. Here are our picks on virtual things to do this week around Charlotte. FEATURED EVENT: CLT After Dark: A Virtual Variety ShowApril 30 | 10 pm This Week Featuring former Carolina Panthers’ linebacker Luke Kuechly, musical performances […]

It has been so heartwarming to see the healthcare hero nominations coming in for our last few weeks of contests. Hoping these giveaways can bring a little joy and a boost to some amazing local businesses that are working so hard to keep on keeping on in our current situation. Check out what week three’s […]