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Valentine’s Day is Next Thursday. Where to Go for the Big Date Night.

Feb 5, 2019 | Allison

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, which means reservations are filling up quickly for the biggest date night of the year. We’re here to take the stress out of planning with our list of where to dine this Valentine’s Day in Charlotte. The Stanley1961 East 7th St. via Facebook The intimate and upscale ambiance […]


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Here are Some Favorite Dessert Recipes perfect for V-day

Feb 4, 2019 | scoop team

Whether you’re a vehement Valentine’s Day lover or critical of the Hallmark holiday, we can all agree that it’s a good opportunity to show the ones we care about how much they mean to us. My personal favorite way of showing affection? You guessed it… baked goods! Homemade gifts, in my opinion, mean so much […]


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Reduce Children’s Social Anxiety and Faux Pas – Classes for K – 12

Feb 4, 2019 | scoop team

Registration Now Open for “Rise: Social Confidence for The New Generation” Classes Does your child or teen “forget” to look people in the eyes and smile when talking to them in person? Does he/she have a hard time making conversation or even making friends? What about their table manners? Do you feel confident that they […]


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Create a Perfect Valentine՚s Dinner Your Guests Will. . . Love! GamePlan, Shopping List, Recipes Inside.

Feb 3, 2019 | scoop team

DeeDee Dalrymple, Charlottean, hostess extraordinaire and author of Effortless Entertaining, shows us how to create a fabulous Valentine’s Dinner … effortlessly! I’m excited that my first article for Scoop Charlotte celebrates Valentine’s Day, a time to share the love! For me, this is at the heart (no pun intended!) of entertaining. Welcoming others into our homes is all […]


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This Bright & Open Craftsman near Freedom Park is our February House of the Month

Feb 3, 2019 | scoop team

2918 Somerset Drive, Charlotte, NC $1,795,000 5 Beds | Baths: 4.1 | Sq. Ft.: 5,381 | Listing # 3466473 Built in 2016, this like-new craftsman-style home sits on a .38 acre lot just down the street from Charlotte’s gorgeous Freedom Park. Beautifully designed, it features a bright and open floor plan with incredible outdoor living spaces […]


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Valentine’s Picks for Sweets in CLT plus Our $300+ Treats Giveaway

Feb 3, 2019 | scoop team

You know it’s coming, it’s always February 14th. Don’t be last minute Larry (or Louise) and get caught buying a dreaded sampler box of chocolates on your way home from work. We’ve done the leg work for you and put together a list of local chocolatiers and bakeries offering sensational sweets for your Valentines and […]


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Decorate Cupcakes, Family Game Night, Fairy House Fest, Merci Train & So Many Things to Do with Family This Week 2/4

Feb 3, 2019 | scoop team

Things to do with FamilyAmerican Girl Book ClubMint Hill Historical Society The American Book Club will meet at the Mint Hill Historical Society for an informative tour and look back into history. After School LEGO ClubMooresville Public Library Children can use their imagination and STEM-based learning skills to create with LEGOs. Free Wednesday Evenings at […]


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Join Any Orangetheory CLT Now and Get a Free Heart Rate Monitor.

Feb 2, 2019 | scoop team

In February, Orange Goes Red. In the month of February, Orangetheory Fitness will be joining forces with the American Heart Association as Orange Goes Red.  Fitness and health, especially heart health, are pillars of the Orangetheory workout and have been proven to reduce the risk of heart disease.  So OTF is offering, for the first time […]


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Our Picks for the Best Girl’s Nights Out in February

Feb 2, 2019 | Allison

Valentine’s Day may get all the attention, but we know February is all about our Galentines. Whether you’ll gather for a gallery opening, hands-on DIY class or some wine-sipping, here are our picks for the best girls nights out ALL this month in Charlotte: SIPS & BITES February Cocktails at the Duke MansionMonday – Thursday […]


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Teenage Angst is a Growing Problem. Why? What Can You Do? Find Out.

Feb 2, 2019 | Susu

Irritability? Lack of concentration? Insecurity? Physical complaints? If your teenager is showing any or all of these symptoms, they are most likely suffering from the growing phenomenon of teenage angst. Studies show that the angst and anxiety diagnoses are steadily increasing as we see changes in social media, helicopter parenting, and kids feeling overwhelmed by […]


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Now Open, Opening Soon, New Cocktails & Foodie Events = ScoopEATs February

Feb 2, 2019 | Allison

Need motivation to leave the house during the (hopefully last) bit of winter weather? Look no further. You’ll be rushing to make reservations for a night out with our look at what’s new and what’s coming soon to a menu near you: WHAT’S OPEN NOW Barcelona Wine Bar via Facebook New to South End’s Design Center, […]


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Follow These CLT Sweeties on Instagram for Valentine’s Day Dreams

Feb 1, 2019 | scoop team

Whether you’re a Valentine’s Day lover or feel a natural bitterness toward Hallmark this time of year, one thing’s for sure: it’s a great excuse to indulge. Luckily, Charlotte has sweet treats around every corner. Here are a few dessert purveyors around town to follow to help inspire that V-day gift for your loved one […]


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