TURKEYS IN DISGUISE By Cynthia Platt Illustrated by Josh Cleland A hilariously fun read-aloud picture book where children think quickly and creatively to disguise a group of turkeys and save them from becoming Thanksgiving dinner! THE HUMBLE PIE By Jory…
TURKEYS IN DISGUISE By Cynthia Platt Illustrated by Josh Cleland A hilariously fun read-aloud picture book where children think quickly and creatively to disguise a group of turkeys and save them from becoming Thanksgiving dinner! THE HUMBLE PIE By Jory…
Get a little side help, or go full turkey to pie
CELEBRATE FALL IN STATESVILLE Head to downtown Statesville on Saturday, November 1 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for Statesville Pumpkin Fest. Look for a classic car show; a kids’ zone with inflatables; live entertainment; food vendors; and beer, wine,…
Don't let Halloween play tricks on your safety.
Prepare for a thrilling weekend or evening scare at one of these haunted houses or trails.
It's that time again
Who to call for your family photos this fall
Lori Shaw and Jennifer Dolan met eight years ago, when their kids were in preschool. Both had lived and worked in New York; now, they lived five minutes apart in south Charlotte. “We came from the northeast, where fall is,…
Fall festivals feed your need for fried dough, live music and family fun.
Find bargains this fall at one of these Charlotte-area consignment sales.
These farms are within a two-hour drive
CELEBRATE YOUR LITTLE READERS The Little Learners Literacy Fest, co-hosted by Arnie the Armadillo and Moving Little Minds, returns for its second year at Northeastern University Charlotte on Saturday, August 16. Enjoy free hearing screenings, interactive story times, expert-led workshops…
For Charlotte families wanting a beach weekend that doesn’t involve airport security or hours of “are we there yet?,” Hilton Head is an ideal summer getaway. The 12-mile-long island is about 20 miles northeast of Savannah and inhabited by an…
Whip up some fun for aspiring chefs preschool aged through teens at these culinary hot spots.
Whether you're looking for sparkly for your little princess or snow boots, these stores have you covered.
On the search for cold, sweet goodness? Start here!
Spend some sweet family time and bring home a colorful bounty.
Since 2021, Harper & Skyler’s Toys & Sweets has been Charlotte’s go-to for treats, candy boards, toys, and personalized accessories. If you’re a frequent customer, you might recognize 11-year-old Harper Weiss, who often helps out behind the counter. Her dad,…
Anna Stallmann is a public relations ace and owner of Anna Stallmann Communications, a women-led firm that serves a diverse group of local and national businesses and nonprofits. She’s also a mom of two daughters, Savannah, 6, and Madeleine, 4.…
HEAD TO KID’S NIGHT AT MAC’S SPEED SHOP Take the family to any one of Mac’s Speed Shop’s nine Charlotte locations on Tuesday nights from 5 p.m. to close and enjoy $2.50 kids meals with the purchase of an adult…
A round-up of the best places to see fireworks this year.
A list of clothing, kid, and home consignment shops in the Queen City
“I’m not a regular general contractor,” says Mark Aymer, owner of Aymer Luxury Building and Design. “I don't just seek out kitchens and bathrooms. I’m a unique builder.” It’s why his clients hired him to build a 34-foot-long pirate ship…
CELEBRATE JUNETEENTH Head to Plaza Midwood between June 12 and 15 for Juneteenth Festival of the Carolinas. Activities include a youth culture camp, a drum circle, a gospel fest, craft workshops, music, performances, food, a marketplace, and more. Events are…
Family-friendly and Kids Eat Free restaurants in the greater Charlotte area.
