Tag: stay at home

Candle Making, Latin Dance, Garden Boxes, Gnocchi & 25+ More Virtual Things to Do This Weekend 4/23

As we all stay safe and stay home, we've got you covered with 29 virtual events to fill your weekend: FEATURED EVENT Browse, Bid and Buy at Mint Museum's Coveted Couture Virtual Paddle Raise Join in the first ever Mint Museum Coveted Couture Virtual Paddle Raise happening...

What Charlotte Book Lovers are Reading Now

After a month staying at home, many of us have adjusted to spending our days in athletic wear and connecting with colleagues and friends on Zoom. For those still heading out for essential work, we're grateful for your service during this uncertain time. Along with...

Ukulele, Cello, Knife Skills, Biscuits, Wine Tastings, Make Up, Watercolors, Earth Day. Virtual Things to Do this Weekend (4/16)

Looking for new fresh, local events to enjoy virtually this week? Look no further. From online cooking classes to kids activities and even a virtual happy hour, here are more than 24 events to enjoy at home. ARTS & CULTURE WDAV's (Virtual) Small Batch with Barbara...

Add Variety to Your At Home Workouts with These Free Daily Videos

If you're like us, you've worn the treads off your shoes walking or running mile after mile around your neighborhood, to stay healthy, sane, and fit during this stay-at-home time. Dodging bikers, skateboarders, strollers, couples and more as you try to log in at...

What Happens When You Need to See Your Doctor During Social Distancing.

Take a look at Charlotte’s neighborhood streets and sidewalks and you’ll see that wellness is on top of all our minds. We see new faces out our windows running, biking and walking as we all try to stay healthy, both mentally and physically. Staying well...

We Found These 15+ Options for New Backyard Fun

The weather has been absolutely gorgeous, we could not be more thankful for that. Well, actually, the pollen can get a move on, but all in all, we will take it. Your backyard, front yard or green space has become a welcome change of...

Virtual Shopping for New Lighting is a Snap with Charlotte’s Lantern & Scroll. Plus Save with Our Scoop Discount Now.

Lantern & Scroll is one of our favorite Charlotte entrepreneurial success stories. At its core, it is a Southern family business that has adapted, changed and prospered because it produces a beautiful, American made product at a great price with wonderful service. If you've been...

Hand Washing 101Start with Good Soaps

This is not really an instructive post on hand washing. This is an instructive post on the FINER POINTS of hand washing, i.e. fancy liquid soaps make all the difference. We shopped BEDSIDE MANOR along with some online resources for some of the...

One Scoop Girl’s Tale of Surviving in this Mess: Angela In Quarantine

I did not sign up for this. That's what most of us are feeling. The aching helplessness we can't escape is exausting. Even after two tequilas on a Tuesday afternoon. Our fate is unknown and our health, our people, all the most valuable stuff...

How Charlotte is Supporting Healthcare Workers & Locals in Need.

We are all in need of a dose of good news these days. A photo of a visit from a loved one outside of a nursing home, news of nightly cheers for healthcare workers leaving their 7pm shifts; anything that shows us that we...

10+ New “Fitness at Home” Updates for April

Check out our original post for FREE and paid streaming options and some new news below. Message & Virtual Options from the Charlotte-Area YMCA: "In these evolving times, the Y is still committed to our community. It's part of our mission to keep a healthy spirit,...

Treat Yo’ Self.At Home Pedicures During the Time of COVID

We're tired of cleaning. Having everyone at home has its pluses and minuses ~ mostly pluses but the mess is truly spectacular. Time for a bit of self-indulgence, we think. Made all the better if you have a girl or two at home...

UPDATED: 27 Charlotte Family Meal Deals Under $50

Raise your hand if you need a break from feeding the family. We are so rooting for our favorite restaurants to stay open, and ordering take out food is one of our favorite ways to support them. We've put together a list of family meal...

The Dos & Don’ts of Hair Styling in the Times of Coronavirus

Your relationship with your hair stylist is probably one of the most important ones in your life. They've listened to all your problems, talked you down from cutting bangs at least once or twice, and only silently judged you when you brought in a...

A Cottage in Elizabeth is Our House of the Month for April

Our April House of the Month from Cottingham Chalk is a charming Elizabeth cottage with wonderful curb appeal. Take the Virtual Tour Here Greet your guests with a wide rocking chair front porch Hardwood floors, updated hall bathroom, stainless steel appliances, and laundry room on first floor....

Quarantining: Where to Run, Walk, and Bike in CLT

Spring is in full swing now and despite or maybe because of the quarantine, you will want to add these parks and trails to your warm weather, get-outside bucket list. Despite Charlotte's big-city vibes, a short jaunt to one of the numerous area parks offers...