While rising temps might tempt you to stay cooped up indoors nd in the balmy comfort of your AC, summer is the perfect time to get out and enjoy exercising, playing, or just lounging in the shade. Even better if you do it at one of Mecklenburg County’s 210 parks with more than 21,000 acres at your disposal. To […]
We’re so ready for swim and sun season, and there are plenty of hot beach reads hitting the shelves just in time for your first getaway (or an afternoon at your favorite pool). The latest titles include plenty of sizzling romances, a hilarious “Next Level Basic” handbook and new releases from Charlotte area authors. Stop […]
This week we’re all about getting those Summer bodies ready. With MDW just around the corner – 10 days away to be exact – we can’t help but think of everything we need to do to prep for the first unofficial weekend of Summer. If you’re feeling a little overwhelmed about putting on your swimsuit […]
The WOMEN’S IMPACT FUND announced their 2019 grantees at their annual meeting on Monday. Six local nonprofits were awarded a combined amount of $421,000. This brings the collective total the Women’s Impact Fund has invested over the past 16 years to nearly $5.9 million supporting 76 programs addressing critical needs in the Charlotte area community. […]
It was a beautiful, very breezy sunny day this week when scoop met with 3 local style influencers at Paul Simon Women at The Village of SouthPark. Taylor of Reeses_Hardware, Meg of BrunettebytheSea and Jan of Silver_istheNewBlonde modeled some picture & party perfect dresses for this year’s summer weddings. If you haven’t shopped this boutique […]
DeeDee Dalrymple, hostess extraordinaire and author of Effortless Entertaining, offers a new appetizer to serve this spring and summer. Do you want to make your girls’ get-together extra special? Look no further! This Fruit Bruschetta is a scrumptious hors d’oeuvre or a sweet side. Make plenty – your guests will want more! Be on the […]
Looking for something to do this weekend? We’ve got more than 30 scoop-worthy options to choose from. Get to planning with our day-by-day guide to what to do this weekend in Charlotte: ALL WEEKEND Art in the Garden TourMay 18 – 19 | Various tour stops This two-day garden tour features six unique residential gardens, […]
Something about warmer temps makes us crave color and a new pair of sandals to go with our pedicures. Don’t you feel the same way? The weather turns, and all of a sudden you’re looking for any excuse to go outside to sit, eat, drink or take a stroll. Naturally, you should look your best […]
As always, a great time was had by all at the annual Derby Days party hosted at the Mint Museum Randolph by the Young Affiliates of the Mint to watch and celebrate the Kentucky Derby. Make sure you join now so this is on your cal for next year’s. (clearly you need to start shopping […]
Planning birthday parties for my adorable cherubs sends me into a slow, simmering, slightly panicky headspace that starts the weeks after the last party ends. It’s fun to be around. The choices are a challenge — what will I do to top that? How will I think of something just as memorable? What hasn’t been […]
We’ve got the scoop on this week’s tea parties, tortoises, books, baseball, trains and even a teddy bear picnic. Story Time MondaysDaniel Stowe Botanical GardenEnjoy a variety of stories based on the season. Learn about bugs, frogs, plants and other garden friends. Charlotte Knights: Star Wars NightBB&T StadiumThe first 2,000 fans will receive a Good […]
Located in Dilworth at Kenilworth Commons, Storey Home has been a Scoop pick for unique home furnishings and accessories in Charlotte since its opening. Grab a latte at Crema Espresso next door and head into Storey Home’s small but mighty space with a gallery wall sure to catch your eye. Store owner, Shelby Storey Blackburn, graduated with […]
