Guest post contributed by DeeDee Dalrymple of Effortless Entertaining Let’s make our July 4th gatherings effortless with good planning and prep. With sixteen family members and friends coming to our home at Grandfather, my planning has already begun. If you too are having a crowd, it’s not too late to get ready so you have […]
Whether you’re looking for paintings, sculptures, mixed media or something else entirely, Charlotte’s museums feature art from renowned female artists from all over the world. Here are a few of our picks. The Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture 551 S Tryon St.704.547.3700 Ann Tanksley’s Harvest of Shame Tanksley used bright, energetic […]
This article is sponsored by Charlotte Radiology Breast Services. Have you ever been to a museum or gallery and wished you could buy one of the pieces you saw? Charlotte is fortunate to have numerous art museums and galleries for patrons to peruse colorful and thought-provoking pieces. From modern art to ceramics, you can get a […]
One could argue there is no other room that plays such an intimate part in our daily lives as our bedroom. It is the last place we lay our heads down at night, and the first place we see when we wake to a fresh new day. Here we feel at peace, we are truly […]
This article is sponsored by Charlotte Radiology Breast Services. Women are leading the way in the Charlotte art community. We’ve profiled seven art galleries and consultants who have found success in introducing Charlotte to emerging artists, growing the arts culture of our city and putting original art into our homes. Elder Gallery of Contemporary Art Located […]
It’s the first official weekend of summer, and the perfect excuse to break out of your routine and try something new. From nights out at the museum to a mega wine tasting, start planning with our day-by-day guide to this weekend’s events: ALL WEEKEND Charlotte Squawks 15: QuackceañeraThrough June 23 | Booth Playhouse Charlotte Squawks […]
Onward Reserve Gift With Purchase Stop by Onward Reserve at Park Road Shopping Center to pick up your gift of limited edition Ranch cups with any $200 + purchase. Offer runs 6/19-6/23. Vanguard Furniture Factory Sale – Up to 70% off Retail Prices. Plus Robert Abbey Lighting Sale Goldkloth Boutique in Ballantyne Closing Sale Paul […]
When the weather heats up, there’s just one way to keep your cool: with the help of an ice-cold cocktail. From the tried and true to the new and noteworthy, here are the cocktails we’ll be sipping on all summer long: The Bourbon Bramble and Elderflower Sour at The Crunkleton via Facebook Both crafted by Gary […]
A little background: Heart rate zones were first established by Finnish scientist Dr. M.J. Karvonen in 1957. The traditional formula for calculating maximum HR — 220 minus your age — was established in 1970. These age-based equations have evolved over time to be more accurate, but in reality – just like everything else in life […]
Butterflies, Dragons, Race cars and Balloons what a beautiful week of Summer Family Fun. Butterfly BungalowDaniel Stowe Botanical GardenEnter a pollinators’ paradise abundant in fluttering butterflies native to North Carolina and a colorful display of their favorite plants. Explore the life cycle of a butterfly, witness metamorphosis and more. RCR 50: Only In America ExhibitNASCAR […]
It’s summertime, and the Charlotte food scene is showing no signs of slowing down. Here’s your mid-month update of openings, events and must-try menu updates: NEW & NOTEWORTHY Jeni’s Ice Cream NoDa – Open now! via Facebook Jeni’s NoDa opened its doors to ice cream lovers around the QC. Join them for their grand opening […]
Summer is here, and not only do we have to be weary of those dreaded two words ~ I’m bored ~ but more worrisome is the countless hours the kids will try to spend on screens. What’s a mom to do? How about a structured at-home activity that also helps them find the love of […]
