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Summer Bags ~ Beach Bags, Pool Totes & Clutches

Jun 28, 2017 | scoop team

Every season has “a bag,” but Summer Bags are arguably the most important. Every girl needs an over-sized bag for lugging around beach and pool necessities (sunscreen, sunglasses, towels, books, water bottles) and one for the day time essentials (phone, credit cards, lipstick). Check out what these stores have in stock now before hitting the […]



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Charlotte Shopping – 4th of July Sales

Jun 28, 2017 | scoop team

July 4th may mean hot dogs & fireworks, but it also means summer sales kick off and a few hot ones are going on in the Charlotte boutiques. Head to the stores sooner rather than later to get your hands on the best items before enjoying the holiday.  Belk has $20 off of $50 with […]


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Here are 11 Places to Watch the July 4th Fireworks This Weekend & Next Week.

Jun 27, 2017 | scoop team

It’s that time of the summer…fireworks here, there and everywhere. Here’s our list of where to find the July 4th Fireworks in the greater Charlotte area. Remember that shooting off fireworks without a permit is illegal in North Carolina, so best to just enjoy these shows for your holiday entertainment. Have a child with sensitive […]


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Shopping for July 4th in the Lake Norman Boutiques

Jun 27, 2017 | scoop team

What to Wear This J4th Weekend? The parties will stretch from Friday through Tuesday, so we think a couple of new outfits are in order to watch the fireworks. (here are our local picks for fireworks viewing ICYMI). We shopped the best of the best around LKN and here’s what we found: Shopping for the […]


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20 Covered CLT and LKN Patios Where You Can Be Outside and Still Keep Your Cool

Jun 27, 2017 | Allison

It’s the ultimate summer dilemma: you want to dine al fresco but wish you could just dial back the thermometer 15 degrees or so. Some help with the humidity would be great too. When you can’t bear to waste another sunny day or balmy night, turn to this list of Charlotte spots where you can […]


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Cool Down with Scoop. Our Favorite Ice Cream Spots in Less than 35 Seconds.

Jun 27, 2017 | scoop team

Hungry? Hot? Take a quick break with our Ice Cream & Frozen Treats round up:     Because you can’t have too many articles about summer’s best food, please also check out Jess’ post on: Ft Mill to Mooresville and Everywhere in Between, Charlotte’s Best Ice Cream & Frozen Treats.   Va Da Vie Gelato […]



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Fun Under the Stars, Fireworks and More – Things to do with Family this week – June 26

Jun 24, 2017 | scoop team

Summer’s heating up and it’s time for lots of outdoor fun. The summer concert series are in full swing, and outdoor movies are the place to be. Fireworks start this weekend, too for those ready to celebrate America a little early. Into the Hornet’s Nest Summer Camp June 26-30 @ 8:30am-4:30pm Charlotte Museum of History […]



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Fitness Favorites: on Summer Vacations, What is Your Go-To Exercise

Jun 22, 2017 | scoop team

Are you the type whose running shoes & clothes take up most of the space in your vacation suitcase? While some of us prefer to leave the exercise routines at home and take a break from everything but fun and sun, many scoop readers just transport their workouts to whatever exotic or sandy locale they’ll […]


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Shorts Vs Pants. The Long and Short of Summer 2017, Part II

Jun 22, 2017 | scoop team

If you are the girl who would rather throw on a pair of shorts than a skirt or dress, then you have come to the right place because our favorite Charlotte boutiques have put together the cutest outfits for comfy and casual looks during the summer. In this heat, the last thing some of us […]


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