“And with a pen and pad I compose this rhyme To hit you and get you equipped for the summer time Summer, summer, summertime Time to sit back and unwind.” Lyrics from DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince “Summertime” There is some truth behind DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince […]
Check out what’s new around town plus some great summer sales going on that you won’t want to miss. What’s On Sale CHARLOTTE’S BEDSIDE MANOR LIPP BOUTIQUE NEIMAN MARCUS Extra 25% off Sale Items LUXE ANGEL COPLONS POOLE SHOP SLOAN AIR Summer Sale What’s New In Stores CHARLOTTES LUXE […]
Why is it that when we think of gifts to treat Moms on Mother’s Day, it’s a lovely dressed up brunch or a spa treatment, but when we plan out dad’s day, it’s all about the activities and the outdoors? BBQ and burgers. Beer. Ballgames. Or is that just us? We scoped out 12 ideas […]
We promote a lot of local shopping on scoop, but what about local art and Charlotte art galleries? We looked to the Charlotte interior design community to show us their favorite artists right now, and how they use the works in their designs. Charlotte has a thriving art scene with artists who create works in […]
Post Updated June 6, 2019. We totally get it ~ if you think things are hectic during the school year juggling work and family, Summer freedom brings even more “fun”. That’s why our update of where kids eat free in Charlotte and Lake Norman is crucial, and one of our most popular posts. Join thousands […]
When the temperatures creep up into the nineties you don’t just need a cold drink, you need a frozen one. From frozen Negroni at a tiki bar to wine slushies in a treehouse, we did the research for you and found 20+ places where you can cool off and chill out. CHARLOTTE Fahrenheit Charlotte The […]
Punchy brights, bold accessories and soft fabrics are the name of the design game at a b o d e home design as we jump into the summer months. As soon as you walk in the doors you can’t help but be instantly awakened by new hues of citron, hot pinks, kelly greens, and cheery […]
Time to raise your glasses of lemonade and toast the end of another school year! Along with spending days at the pool, getting your family book club meeting on the calendar is a fun way to kick off summer. We debuted our Scoop Family Book Club in April, a tradition for families to share a […]
School’s Out for Everyone by now! Stay active, out of the house and fresh with our weekly ideas on things to do with family all over the Charlotte area. Pack a picnic lunch and head out! Library Summer Break Kickoff on the Green Davidson Library Monday, June 11, 10:00 a.m. Kick off a summer learning […]
Join us for a #scoopeats Wine Wednesday with a view at VIVACE CHARLOTTE on June 20th from 5:30 to 7:30. We are hoping for sunny skies so we can take in the gorgeous view of Uptown from Vivace’s patio. Vivace is providing #scoopeats fans with complimentary appetizers and wine specials from 5:30 to 7:30 on […]
Already planning for the weekend? Let us help you out. Your day-by-day guide of what to do this weekend in Charlotte: ALL WEEKEND Taste of Charlotte June 8 – 10 | Uptown Charlotte This three-day festival features over 100 samples from local restaurants, live music, kids activities, cooking demos, street performances and more. Find a […]
TINY is our favorite children’s clothing & accessories boutique, on Selwyn Ave right at Colony, the row of shops with Woo and BLO. The sizes go from layette (newborn) through pre-teen (girls) and the style ranges from Classic to European with a little of everything chic in between. This summer sale is pretty much storewide, […]
