Middle school is an exciting time for students — more freedom to choose classes, a more active social life and more options for sports and extracurricular activities. But all those freedoms can be tough to balance for students who are, at least developmentally, still children. “We need to look at all the different parts of our […]
Gearing up to host a Kentucky Derby party this weekend? Let the Scoop team guide you to your best party yet! Step 1: The first step is making sure you have that Mint Julep recipe perfected in the proper cup. Don’t forget to add a few more options for non-bourbon lovers! Step 2: Set up a […]
Looking to refinish that old chair in the corner? Maybe a new slipcover for your sofa? Look no further than Front Door Fabrics! They also sell more than fabrics- think trims, accessories, lamps, garden stools, pillows and now lighting. Check out the photos below to see their latest arrivals, or find them on Facebook HERE and […]
Looking to spruce up your home this Spring? Look no further than Charlotte’s newest Interior Design, furniture and accessories shop ~ STOREY HOME DESIGN. You’ll find Shelby (Storey) Blackburn and her team tucked into the back of the Teeter shopping center on East Blvd. in Dilworth ~ where that chocolate shop use to be, and at […]
Assemble your weekend crew for an eventful weekend in the QC. From gallery crawls to horse races, our picks on where to go and what to do in Charlotte this weekend: First up, our pick of the weekend: Art & Soul of South End Saturday, April 29 South End Neighborhood 12 p.m. Embrace all that […]
On Wednesday, April 5th, Charlotte’s swans gathered for the annual Mint Museum Auxiliary Room To Bloom Symposium at Charlotte Country Club. This is a “welcome-to-spring” ritual for hundreds of Charlotte women, and is always both a wonderful and SOLD-OUT event, as well as a fashion feast for the eyes. Florals and color perennially come out for show […]
THIS SALE HAS ENDED. Now THIS is a celebration! Favorite Charlotte jewelry store ELIZABETH BRUNS is having a spring sale with 40% off their simply gorgeous selection of fine jewelry. The sale celebrates Spring, Mother’s Day, Graduations, Brides and above all, 40 years of ownership by current proprietor Wilson Glasgow. This is the deepest discount Elizabeth Bruns […]
The Isabella Santos Foundation hosted their 2nd Annual Coffee for a Cure last month, with a two-day event to raise awareness and funds for the fight against pediatric cancer, and to educate community members on the importance of bringing pediatric cancer treatments home to Charlotte. The event raised $185,000, with donations continuing to come in. It […]
Women are known as the fairer sex, which is why it’s truly UN-fair that we’re twice as likely as our male counterparts to suffer sleep issues. According to the National Sleep Foundation, women need between seven and nine hours of sleep each night to function well the next day. However, the average 30-to-60-year-old woman only gets six […]
You may already know that Andreas Bechtler, founder of THE BECHTLER MUSEUM OF ART, dedicated his family’s collection of modern art to the City of Charlotte to introduce generations of Charlotteans to the power, inspiration and joy that modern art can offer, but did you know that his vision reaches all the way to the items […]
If you haven’t heard of Lisa Mende, one of Charlotte’s best interior designers (in my humble opinion), then hop on over to her Instagram or website & check her out ASAP! You can read more about Lisa here, and enjoy below a glimpse of some of her gorgeous projects all along the East Coast. Tuxedo Park – […]
Holy Guacamole, Let’s throw a Cinco De Mayo Party. Cinco De Mayo 2017 falls on a Friday. Is there a better excuse to gather friends and family around the patio or table to enjoy apps, dinner and drinks with a bit of Mexican flair? We think not. Here are some of the best recipes to […]
