Get a huge dose of holiday cheer with a quick getaway to the mountains this weekend or next. From lights displays to gingerbread displays, the Biltmore at Christmas and shopping galore, here are our top picks for a very merry weekend: Deck the Halls The carol will take on a new meaning once you see […]
Grab an extra cup of holiday cheer this weekend with all that’s going on in the Queen City. From wine dinners to caroling, pop-up shops and Santa 5Ks, there’s something going on for everyone. Here’s our round-up of where to go and what to do this weekend: Anderson’s Conn Valley Wine Dinner at BAKU-Restaurant Thursday, […]
In the rush and stress of the holiday season, sometimes it’s difficult to dig deep and find that so-called holiday spirit. Which is why one of my favorite things to do is pile the family in the car and drive around to see local light displays. I don’t mean the ones you have to wait in […]
It’s time to come out of your turkey-induced coma and enjoy all that’s going on in the QC this holiday season. And there sure is a lot. We know your schedules fill up quickly, but pencil in one (or two!) of these don’t miss events and you’ll thank us later. Looking for something for kids […]
Keeping things simple is key during this time of year, and that’s why scoop girls love an upscale “mixed use” shopping center. One with good shops, a nice grocery, great options for dining both quick and classy, and anything else we need to check off of our list, like a salon or fitness studio. Add […]
Before shopping malls were all the rage, people had one choice for holiday shopping: pile in the car and head downtown to stroll the streets and pickup their holiday gifts at local shops. Things have changed a bit since then, but this year you can bring back the magic of shopping Uptown and supporting local with Tinselbox […]
We polled our email subscribers a couple of weeks ago, and it turns out the 62% of you are staying here in the QC for Thanksgiving this year. Nice! We’re right here with ya. Whether you’re a first time host looking to entertain out of town guests or just keeping a low profile, there are […]
It’s not often you have access to a photo tour inside the Biltmore mansion, especially at Christmas. Thanks to Mark File of ROMANTIC ASHEVILLE,here’s our inside look at the Biltmore holiday display this year. Road Trip Anyone? Guest Post from Mark File, RomanticAsheville.com Travel Guide It’s the most wonderful time of the year at America’s […]
Can’t you just feel Black Friday and Cyber Monday on the horizon? It’s no accident that #GivingTuesdayCLT happens right after these two mega-shopping days. After getting great deals and knocking out some of your holiday shopping, it just feels good to do something good. And only better when it directly benefits the Charlotte community at large. Giving Tuesday […]
Clean the house, prep the menu, make sure the kids have something suitable to wear. The Thanksgiving countdown (and to-do list) has officially started. But before you turn all your attention to the turkey, let loose a little this weekend. Here’s the round-up of where to go and what to do this weekend in Charlotte: […]
It’s #GivingTuesdayCLT time in Charlotte and it couldn’t be easier to be a part of this city-wide giving movement. We told you last week there were three ways to give during #GivingTuesdayCLT. Whether it’s a lot or a little, giving money, time or gifts will make it possible for nonprofits in Charlotte to keep […]
‘Tis the season for giving, right? Luckily, the Queen City makes it easy to get out there and do some good. Whether you’re set on finding a cure, supporting the arts or treating someone special to a night out, find ways to give back and have fun with the events featured in our round up […]
