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You’ve landed on an “old” article from 2015. For a more up-to-date version, click thru here. It’s time to create “a room of ones’s own”. A tiny piece of real estate to study, rest and grapple with becoming a grown up. A dorm room provides glorious independence within the confines of academia. A layover on […]

It’s looking like another great week of summer fun in the Queen City. Hard to believe that August will be here on Sunday…how is it already “back to school” month? This week boasts car races, dinosaurs, rock & roll, soccer, animals and more (including ice cream). Get out there and have some family fun!! Here […]

Beer isn’t the only thing being “crafted” around the QC these days.  Check out Charlotte’s full-blown craft cocktail scene with our picks for places to grab a sip. Since this summer’s been a scorcher, there’s a section just for those who would prefer their spirits with a Big Chill (think alcoholic slushies and frozen margaritas). […]

It’s summer, it’s hot…the last thing you need to do is turn on your oven in the afternoon or slave over a hot stove. I’m convinced it was some genius mom (with a marketing background) that came up with the idea of “Kids Eat Free”. I mean you really can’t beat it. You don’t cook, […]

Bare your shoulders to show off your Summer glow and beat the heat because we know temperatures aren’t getting cooler any time soon. Off-the-shoulder, strapless and halter tops and dresses are in for the season and we can’t get enough. Pick something with lace, fringe or colorful patterns and pair with your favorite accessories and […]

WHAT’S ON SALE The Vintage Charlotte summer market is back this Saturday at 2205 North Tryon Street with over 80 handmade and local vintage vendors. Admission is free from 11am until 6pm and YELP Charlotte will have gift bags for the first 400 shoppers. Also enjoy a beer garden from Sycamore Brewing, coffee from The Daily […]

What are weekends for if they’re not filled with shopping, good eats, glasses of wine and plain old relaxing? Luckily for you, we’ve rounded up the best place to spend your weekend, leaving you more time to enjoy. Here’s this week’s round up on what to do this weekend:   Summer Share CLT Shop now […]

For most of us, the music is half the fun. Or at the very least, the music gets you through it when you need that extra kick to keep going. Some prefer to workout to the same songs all the time; others love to mix it up and find the groove with a new playlist every […]

Lots to do and see this week…food trucks, live bats, ballet under the stars, library exhibits, storytime and more. The summer fun just rolls on around here, and we are thankful for it. The “S” word (school) will be here before you know it! This Week:   Forest Sculpture July 21 @ 9am-11am Reedy Creek […]

In a month, the kids will be heading back to school and “summer hours” at the office will be over. Are you craving one more weekend getaway, but not up for another road trip to the beach? If you want to stay local but upgrade your digs, you need to check out these Lake Norman house […]

It’s hard to believe summer is over halfway over (insert sad face emoji). On the bright side, the local shops are gearing up for back to school and fall arrivals with some amazing summer sales. So grab your girlfriends and plan a shopping spree this weekend with our full roundup of sales this week. The dots […]