Rail Trail Lights Returning to South End in February
Festival will feature six new interactive light installations
Author: Charlotte Parent
Inside UNC Charlotte’s Camps on Campus Offerings in 2023
In Partnership With UNC Charlotte
GUIDE: Celebrating the Holidays in Uptown
In Partnership with Charlotte Center City Partners
Holiday Pops with the Charlotte Symphony Returns in December
In Partnership With Charlotte Symphony Orchestra
Bluey Balloon Debuting in 2022 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
And soon, she and the whole fam are making their live Charlotte debut!
Celebrate Christmas Amidst the Old 96 District’s Small-Town Charm
In Partnership With Old 96 District
The Polar Express™ in Concert Returns to the Belk Theater
In Partnership with the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra
The 2022 Novant Health Thanksgiving Eve Parade: By the Numbers
All of the details your family needs to plan for this year’s event
Have Concerns About Your Baby’s Social Development? Take Part in This Duke Study
In Partnership with Duke Sense to Know Study
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s EpicFest Returns
In Partnership with Charlotte Mecklenburg Library
Charlotte Mechanical’s Annual 704 Coat Drive Is Back
In Partnership with Charlotte Mechanical
Four Ways To Prepare The Young Mind For Kindergarten
In Partnership with Charlotte Christian School
Discover Fall’s Unexpected Wonders in South Carolina’s Old 96 District
In Partnership With Old 96 District
What Can You Do With A Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Card?
In Partnership with Charlotte Mecklenburg Library
How Kids Can Discover the Arts in Uptown
In Partnership With Charlotte Center City Partners
NOW OPEN: SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord’s New Sea Turtle Rescue Center
In Partnership with SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord
How to Tackle Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s Summer Break Challenge
In Partnership with Charlotte Mecklenburg Library
ITINERARY: Plan Your Summer Adventures in Uptown
In Partnership with Charlotte Center City Partners
A Safer Summer Starts with Swim Lessons
In Partnership with British Swim School
Using Routines to Work on Language Skills at Home
In Partnership with Charlotte Speech and Hearing Center
Inside Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s Summer Break Program
The program encourages kids to read, learn, and explore
Smyth County: Family Fun in the Mountains
In Partnership with Visit Smyth County
4 Things to Know: Girls On The Run’s 5K Celebration
The event arrives at Whitehall Corporate Center on May 15
Charlotte SHOUT! Has Arrived. Here’s Everything Families Need to Know
In Partnership with SHOUT!
Using Family Game Night to Develop Language
In Partnership with Charlotte Speech and Hearing Center
Charlotte SHOUT! Festival Returns to Uptown in April
Discover the pillars of the massive event, including food, music, and visual art
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Hosting Community Read 2022 This March
Find common ground and explore Charlotte’s hidden history
South Carolina’s Old 96 District Should Be Your Next Family Road Trip
The district, covering Abbeville, Edgefield, Greenwood, Laurens and McCormick counties, contains unexpected wonders
GUIDE: Enjoying the I Heart Rail Trail: Lights Installations With Kids
Getting started, where to eat, and what to expect
Inside the Camps on Campus Youth Programs at UNC Charlotte
Registration opens on Jan. 25
Five Saving for College Tips for Parents (and What to Avoid)
In Partnership With NC 529 Plan Everything is more expensive these days: groceries, utilities, gas, and especially college education costs. Let’s look at the current price tags. A four-year public college education is on average $10,560 per year. The College…
The Gift of Education: How to Encourage Family to Gift Education
In Partnership With NC 529 Plan Parents and grandparents are often tempted to give a mountain of presents for kids to open each holiday season, but little ones quickly outgrow most of those. This year, you can give your kids…
Holiday Outings to Know in South End and Uptown
From pop-up shops to ringing in 2022
Inside Hemby Children’s Hospital, Here for the ‘Big and Little Things’
What makes this place special—no matter what your child needs
4 Ways to Prepare Your Preschooler for Kindergarten – Charlotte Christian School Shares Tips
In Partnership with Charlotte Christian School Each fall, I am presented with the question, “What do I need to do to prepare my child for kindergarten?” The preparation does not lie in the “what” but rather in the “how.”…
September is Library Card Sign-up Month
In Partnership with Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Don’t have a Charlotte Mecklenburg Library card? Know someone who doesn’t have one either? The Library offers millions of resources including books, music, movies, creative materials, digital resources, programs (outdoor and virtual) – all…
Charlotte Summer Outdoor Movies and Concerts
Grab your big blankets and comfortable lawn chairs for a night under the stars.
Halloween Safety Tips for Families
Four reminders to stay safe on Halloween.
How to Prepare for the New School Year
Ease the transition from summer to the school year with this expert advice.
3 Tips for Staying Close as Kids Hit Adolescence
Yes, you can keep the bond strong with your middle-schooler.
Charlotte Symphony Keeps the Beat With 'Disney's Fantasia'
A Q&A with Charlotte Symphony Assistant Conductor Christopher James Lees on what to expect at "Disney's Fantasia."
How to Beat Burnout in Youth Sports
Focusing on only one sport without a break can lead to injuries and burnout.
Charlotte Parent Brings Home Gold at National Awards Competition
Charlotte Parent magazine wins gold and silver awards in Parenting Media Association's annual editorial and design competition.
Advice for Expecting Parents
Whether it's your first or second child, get ready for your new bundle of joy with these tips from Editor Michele Huggins.
Exercise to Relieve Pregnancy Pains
A little exercise can go a long way in building strength and feeling well throughout your pregnancy.
10 Ways to Rock the College Fair
How to get the most out of the National College Fair at the Park Expo this Sunday, March 12.
Charlotte Parent Wins Silver Award in Annual PMA Competition
Charlotte Parent magazine wins Silver in Parenting Media Association's 2016 editorial and design competition.
Halloween Safety for Trick-or-Treaters
Keep the kids safe with these trick-or-treating ground rules.
Back-to-School Allergies: Tips to Survive the School Year
Dr. Maeve O’Connor from Allergy Asthma & Immunology Relief of Charlotte answers your questions about managing allergies and asthma at school.
2016 Fit Family Challenge Prizes
The next best thing about participating in the Fit Family Challenge, after improving your family's health and wellness, is winning prizes.
