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Finally!  Orangetheory Fitness is coming to Ballantyne. Opening in late fall in Ballantyne Village, the Orangetheory Ballantyne Membership Office is now accepting Founding Memberships. Basically, the OTF Founding Member rate gives you significant savings for signing up pre-opening.  You sign up now and get a few added perks for joining the studio as a Founding Member. But […]

Book buying and ordering are upon us. Supply lists are online. And those doggone medical and sports forms. Every. Single. Year. Before you know it, we’ll be back to waking up at 6 am every day to make breakfast, maybe lunches, and scrambling to get everyone out the door at the very least with teeth […]

You’d rightfully assume the roof of The Ritz-Carlton would offer a magnificent view of the city, but there’s something else up there you might not expect. In addition to a garden of fruits, veggies and herbs, the rooftop is home to more than 50,000 bees who are always busy making the honey used in the delicious cocktails at […]

So many restaurants, so little time. It can be a bit overwhelming to figure out where to eat each week. The good news is that there are tons of new spots to visit, and that, in response, some old favorites have upped their game. Win Win for us. Since scoop likes to be your resource […]

Right now, no matter what you’re shopping for, it’s the best of both worlds.  What’s new in stores is transitioning to fall but summer items are still on the sale racks. Here’s what we’re shopping this week:   What’s New in the Charlotte Stores THE PINK HANGER  is Hiring Now   What’s new at DOLL What’s up […]

Cooler temps will be here again, PROMISE, and we’ll all be able to head back out to the porch or patio for gatherings, meals and relaxation. Even though it seems counter-intuitive, August is a great time to spruce up your outdoor spaces, as we have at least 3 months of perfect patio weather heading our […]

Looking for a way to stay cool in the summer heat, but still look on point? These breezy, lightweight dresses are perfect for just about any occasion ~ a stroll around Charlotte, going out for lunch, or attending an outdoor concert.  Not only are these dresses great for almost any occasion, they also take the stress […]

Don’t let the dog days of summer pass you by without having a little bit of fun in the Queen City. Here’s what you should have on your agenda for this weekend in Charlotte:   Orange Theory “I Do” Contest Open through September 1 Orangetheory Fitness If you’re planning a walk down the aisle, or […]

Is it just me who consumes enough ice cream & frosty treats over one short summer to last another person a whole year? I blame the heat, I mean the humidity, I mean the kids. Well, whatever – I blame all of it looking so delicious. I blame anyone or anything but myself. There, thats […]

The dog days of summer are here and with 100+ temps in the month of July we are downright fearful of the weather August may bring. AIR® CHARLOTTE owner Kerri Flanagan has come to the recue and hooked scoopcharlotte up with a few killer (FREE) deals that will keep you inside, active and keep the […]

There’s still plenty of summer left to get lost in a page turner by the pool or beach, and several of this season’s must-read books were penned right here in Charlotte. Joy Callaway, Kim Wright, Erika Marks and Marybeth Whalen are all local authors with novels hitting the shelves this summer. The women joined together […]

It’s no secret, Charlotte is notorious for its humid summers. And the real August hasn’t even hit us yet. While we may enjoy the weather on our days lounging by the pool, there’s no denying it: the office still calls during the week for many of us. And wearing skimpy tops and shorts are a no go. […]