Ambassador, Modernist and Firebird Society members and their guests gathered on Thursday, November 9 for the Bechtler’s third annual Firebird Society Cocktail Party. Everyone enjoyed an evening under Niki de Saint Phalle’s Le Grand Oiseau de Feu sur l’Arche (The Firebirdor “The Large Bird of Fire on an Arch”) with some intriguing and surprising ” guest” appearances.
Looking to get in the holiday “spirit” with some signature sips? How about up your (or your man’s) wardrobe game in time for the big holiday party? Even if you haven’t finished your shopping yet, we’ve got you covered there too. Browse our list of what to do and where to go this weekend in […]
First, see the lights. Here’s our post about the best spots to do that. After that, there are plenty of festive fun things to do with family this week in Charlotte. A Kannapolis Christmas Through December 30 (lights on and trains run nightly at 6pm) Village Park in Kannapolis Don’t miss a park filled […]
As a child my parents used to pile us in the backseat of the Astro minivan (80’s baby anyone?) and drive around our small town for hours looking at Christmas light displays. And I absolutely hated it. Ironically this annual holiday tradition has become a favorite over the years as my husband and I cruise around […]
Before you get too busy with Christmas card writing and gift wrapping, be sure to make time pop in and shop any of the several pop up shopping events this month, which often feature local artisans and items you can’t find in stores. If shopping isn’t your thing, there are so many fun holiday events this week, […]
We have scooped out the best holiday shopping events happening around town this Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Mark your calendars and rsvp (if needed) now! Many of these events will sell out. Happy Holidays, may your weekend be merry and bright. If making the trip to Charlotte is on your to do / shopping list, […]
McAdenville, Mimosas & Muffins for Mommy, Tangled Tinsel Market, Reindeer Romp, Mistletoe Magic and more. Things to Do with Family This Week. Two and half more weeks of school…less for some and those in preschool. Better make that to-do list and get to it. Somehow this time of year FLIES by and winter break will be here […]
You may walk past the shimmery “Firebird” on your way to work or have perhaps ventured inside THE BECHTLER MUSEUM OF MODERN ART for a jazz night, but are you familiar with THE BECHTLER YOUNG VISIONARIES group? We caught up with Karen Bernhardt, Senior Vice President of Mass Advertising at Bank of America and a […]
Top Chef Party, Holiday Home Tour, Jingle Bell Jazz, Gallery Crawl, Santa (of course) & More. The last of the Thanksgiving leftovers have been polished off and we’re in full holiday swing. We’ve got your round-up of events to try this weekend, from the smooth sounds of holiday jazz classics to walking tours. Your guide […]
The 7th Street Public Market is hosting 3 Sip ‘N Shops this December, to help us shop local and support small businesses this Holiday season. The Sip ‘N Shops will feature free sparkling wine for the first 100 guests (with ID) poured by 7th Street’s Assorted Table Wine Shoppe and there will be plenty of shopping with […]
We just got our hands on some party photos from the October Hope Gala, which raised $2.1 Million for the JDRF of Greater Western Carolinas. Held at the Westin Charlotte on Saturday, October 22nd, the black tie evening was a rousing success, with over 700 Charlotte community leaders enjoying the cocktails, seated dinner, silent and […]
Did you know that Charlotte’s South End is home to the largest concentration of art galleries in the city? By far the best and most fun way to get to know the art & artists of South End is the Gallery Crawl, which takes place on the first Friday evening of every month. Many South End […]
