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A Gentlemanly Autumn at The Sporting Gent

Oct 25, 2015 | scoop team

Let’s face it – we all know that the ladies typically do the shopping for the men in their life, so we’re filling you in on the latest for the season. It’s all about the details for the gentleman this autumn, including natural fabrics, shades of brown and grey, and unexpected accessories. Equip your fella […]


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Charlotte Goes to Market

Oct 25, 2015 | scoop team

Spoiler Alert. Dying to know what you’ll see in the stores for Spring 2016? We have the sneak peak. These Charlotte boutiques have shared their top picks from their buying trips for 2015. You can expect to see the 70’s styles continue, bold prints, more boho and distressed denim, two pieces and bright colors. Check it out: […]


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The Smart Picks on Things to Do with Family in Charlotte This Week – 10/26

Oct 24, 2015 | scoop team

It’s Halloween week so you know there will be lots of family fun to be had. For even more Halloween activities for the kids visit our special Halloween post HERE. And for Ghost Tours and Haunted Houses in CLT our post is here.   Nature Story Corner & McDowell’s Creature Feature October 26 @ 10am […]


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Where the Fitness Folk Eat Healthy in Charlotte.

Oct 22, 2015 | scoop team

#truth. No matter how hard you work out, it’s basically calories in, calories out.  At least for those of us who make our living at something other than working out. And that’s just for the weight part.  To be healthy as well as fit, it’s definitely about WHAT you eat and when you eat it […]


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A Scoop Girl’s Guide to Charlotte Brew Pubs by neighborhood

Oct 22, 2015 | Allison

By now you know there’s major buzz brewing about Charlotte’s exploding craft beer scene. Maybe you’ve even had the chance to experience the festivals, tastings and grand openings firsthand. Whether you’ve been waiting for your formal introduction to the Queen City’s best brew pubs (good news, this is it) or are looking for an update […]


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Ghost Tours & Other Spooky Halloween Things in Charlotte

Oct 21, 2015 | scoop team

  Get your ghosts and goblins fix in and around Charlotte with these frightening and fun-filled Halloween tours, trails and events: Charlotte Ghost Tours {photo credit: Tour Carolina} You know those Ghost Tours often found in historic cities like Savannah and Charleston? Well as it turns out, the Queen City has some scary history to share […]


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What’s New and On Sale in the Charlotte Shops this Week ~ 10/21

Oct 21, 2015 | scoop team

LUNA LUNA’s Fall Party lasts through tomorrow, 10/22, with 20% off all purchases and more. SWOOZIES Swoozies is hosting a FREE hand-lettering class with Maghon Taylor from All She Wrote Notes this Sunday, 10/25 from 3:00–4:30! Email swoocrew@swoozies.com to register.   And 30% off all Halloween items at Swoozies JUST for scoop readers   APRICOT LANE Buy […]


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Where to go and what to do this weekend – including Things to Do for Halloween.

Oct 21, 2015 | Allison

    Don’t think about spending another moment of your weekend watching Netflix. From Halloween kick-off parties to wine dinners, we’ve made it easy for you to plan with our one-step guide on where to go and what to do this weekend. Looking for H-day family fun? Check out our Halloween for Kids in CLT […]


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Boo from the Swoo! Exclusive 30% off Halloween at Swoozie’s in South Park

Oct 21, 2015 | Allison

Witches, goblins and ghosts listen up: it’s not too late to go all out for Halloween at Swoozie’s. Whether you’re throwing a grown-ups only frightfest or making it extra special for the little ghouls, our exclusive discount and their extensive Halloween catalog makes Swoozie’s celebration central. We have an exclusive discount that will get you 30% OFF […]


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How to Know if Your Child is Ready for Kindergarten.

Oct 20, 2015 | scoop team

Since we’re all going to live to be 100, making the middle age of adulthood decidedly in your 60s [that’s my story and I’m sticking to it] I think it makes some sense that we are stretching out childhood and youth a bit.  Not all milestones have caught up, but one that has is Kindergarten. […]


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Halloween Fun for Kids in Charlotte

Oct 19, 2015 | scoop team

Here’s our list of fun and “not-so-spooky” Halloween events to enjoy with the kids (updated): Haunted Trail October 23 & 24 @ 6-10pm Matthews Community Center The Matthews Police Explorers and the Matthews/South Charlotte Key Club present this Spooky trail.   Ghost Walk Haunted Trail October 23 & 24 @ 7-10pm Latta Plantation Best for […]



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