Fireside Reads: 3 New Holiday Books for Kids
Cuddle up by the fire with these new holiday stories.
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A Wonderland of Confections: Holiday Sweet Scenes at the Ritz-Carlton
A fantasy candy land is brought to life at the Ritz-Carlton uptown.
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Get Real with Alessandra Ball James, Dancer with Charlotte Ballet
Get to know local mom and dancer of the Charlotte Ballet.
3 Brain-Building Board Games
Squiggle Selection inspired creativity as players create drawings from a "squiggle." The judge then picks a voting card and awards it the drawing that describes the word. Ages 7+. $19.99, amazon.com.Math is a blast with The Magic School Bus Math…
Get Real with Jo Cowan, Owner of Blo Charlotte
Get to know local mom and owner of Blo Charlotte, blow dry bar on Selwyn Avenue.
Halloween Treat: Strawberry Ghosts
Sweet treats that aren't all bad.
4 Ways to Enjoy the Outdoors This Fall
Four ways your family can get out and get active.
American Girl Store Grand Opening Oct. 11 at Southpark Mall
Expect to hear giggles of glee at Southpark as American Girl unveils its new retail experience.
Charlotte Parent's Terrific Teens
Each year, we select a handful of outstanding local high school students to spotlight in our annual Teens issue. View all of the Terrific Teens that we have profiled over the years.
5 Apps Especially for Exceptional Children
With interactive games, stories and adventures, these apps can assist you and your child's needs in an exciting way.
How to Handle a Possible Learning Disability
Steps to take to determine if your child has a learning disability.
Workday Stats
Work-life by the numbers.
Crafts for Kids: Summer Sun Craft
Here comes the sun and he sure is cool! This is an easy and fun craft for kids of all ages. The sunny days of summer aren't over just yet, so grab some scissors and glue and learn to make…
Basketball Legend Michael Jordan Scores Big With Teachers
Michael Jordan invests in the creation of the Teacher Innovation Fund.
5 Ways To Preserve Your Child’s Artwork
Ideas that will save space and jumpstart your own creativity.
2014 Readers' Favorites Award Winners
Our readers' favorite places to play, eat, shop and learn in Charlotte.
3 Products You Should Have at the Pool This Summer
Fun products to make your pool season splash-tastic.
Get to Know the Neighborhoods of North Charlotte
Lake Norman, the biggest lake in North Carolina, equals big fun for families.
New Goodwill Computer Store Makes Technology More Accessible for Students
The Grid offers brand new, donated and refurbished products.
Get Real with Chris Schiller, Assistant Coach for the Charlotte Hounds
Get to know local dad and assistant coach for the Charlotte Hounds
Get to Know the Neighborhoods of East Charlotte
Concord/KannapolisMany historic homes line South Union Street in downtown Concord, which located northeast of Charlotte in Cabarrus County. Historically a thriving textile town, downtown Concord now is a pedestrian-friendly historic shopping and business district. Outside of downtown Concord there are…
Get to Know the Neighborhoods of Central Charlotte
COTSWOLDA mix of 1950s-style ranches and split-level homes on larger lots mix with new construction in Cotswold. Cotswold Village Shops, Charlotte’s first suburban mall, houses retail stores to meet most family’s needs, including Harris Teeter grocery store, Rite Aid pharmacy,…
25 Things Locals Love About Charlotte
Local favorites from the staff of Charlotte Parent.
The Must-See in the QC: Charlotte’s Best Attractions
There's a lot for families to explore throughout the Charlotte area.
Get to Know the Neighborhoods of South Charlotte
Ballantyne VillageBallantyneAn upscale neighborhood in south Charlotte, Ballantyne offers the suburban star treatment. Close to the South Carolina border, the Ballantyne area was once North Carolina governor Cameron Morrison’s family hunting preserve. In the 1990s, Johnny Harris expanded that property…
2014 Readers' Favorites: Dining Out
Our readers' picks for the best food for families in Charlotte.
2014 Readers' Favorites: Education + Enrichment
We asked, you voted. Scroll down to see who you think is the best of the best in education and enrichment options in Charlotte. ARTS/MUSIC CLASS Noah's Art of Blakeney Blakeney Shopping Center, 9852 Rea Road, Suite C2, 704-542-2388 noahs-art.com/blakeney…
2014 Readers' Favorites: Out + About
We asked, you voted. Scroll down to see your picks for the best places to go in Charlotte. CHILDREN'S MUSEUM Discovery Place 301 N. Tryon St., 704-372-6261 discoveryplace.org LIVE THEATRE Children's Theatre of Charlotte ImaginOn, 300 E. Seventh St., 704-973-2800…
2014 Readers' Favorites: Shopping + Services
Our readers' picks for the best of the best in shopping and services for kids in Charlotte.
Goody Bags: Keep or Kiss Goodbye?
Are they worth the time and effort?
What’s New in Charlotte: The Latest Attractions for Kids
The coolest new things to do with the family in the Queen City.
6 Places for Ice Cream and Cold Treats
Our picks for the best places to satisfy your sweet tooth in Charlotte.
Store-Bought Lemonade: Our Taste Test Results
See how different lemonade brands scored in our blind taste test.
N.C.’s Largest Multisport Festival Comes to Charlotte
The Powerade State Games brings 14,000 local high school athletes together for an Olympic-style competition.
3 Smart Things for Stay-At-Home Dads
These items can help dads who stay-at-home — and those that don't — as they work on being the best dad ever.
5 Father’s Day Gifts Dad Will Actually Love
Try one of these less conventional ideas for Dad this Father's Day.
5 Cool Outdoor Father/Son Activities
Check out these easy and fun adventures that both of you can enjoy on Father's Day.
4 Backyard Games You’ve Never Heard Of
Bring the family outside for a rollicking good time with these fun outdoor games.
A Nutritionist’s Tips for a Healthy Breakfast
Nutritionist Kelsey Knasel of Carolinas HealthCare System chats about healthy snacks and "Overnight Oatmeal."
5 Tips for First-Time Family Camping
Suggestions for making it an adventure to remember.
Cool Camp Gear for Kids
3 cool products for your little camper.
5 Tips for Creating Healthy Habits
Easy ways to get into a healthy routine.
Kid Fit Move: PB&J Push-Ups
Pretend to make some yummy PB&J while making your upper body strong.
One-Stop Shop for Volunteer Opportunities in Charlotte
Two local moms launched Share Charlotte as a place to find a consolidated collection of Charlotte's volunteer opportunities.
Be a Super Fit Hero
We're encouraging local moms and dads to set a healthy example for their children.
Fit Family Challenge Digital Tool Kit
Use this digital tool kit to help us spread the word about the Fit Family Challenge.
2014 Fit Family Challenge: Meet the Experts
Meet the experts of the 2014 Fit Family Challenge.
3 Kid-Friendly Kitchen Tools
The kids will be ready to get busy cooking with these fun kitchen tools.
Kid Fit Move: Silly Squat
Lots of giggles can be had while making your lower body strong. The Silly Squat works your quadriceps, hamstrings and gluteus maximus.
3 Healthy Cookbooks for Kids
Here are a few new cookbooks geared toward making healthy foods for kids that taste great!
