Best Charlotte Suburbs for Families
What you need to to know about living north, south, east and west of Charlotte’s city center.
Author: Renee Roberson
2017 Readers' Favorites Awards Winners
More than 450 voters weighed in and 9,000 votes tallied to present to you the 2017 Charlotte Parent Reader Favorites.
Back-to-School Events in Charlotte
From school supply drives to kindergarten readiness, get ready for school with these activities.
Take an Urban Excursion in Raleigh
See why the city has earned the nickname “Smithsonian of the South."
Where to Find the Food Trucks in Charlotte
Enjoy a night of dining outside with family while trying some of Charlotte's best food truck menus.
"Road to the Races" Event Preps Fans for "Cars 3" Release in June
A sneak peek of the latest movie in the "Cars" franchise and more.
Where to Find Decadent Pancakes in Charlotte
Dress up your pancakes at these local eateries.
5 Places to Find Babysitting Classes in Charlotte
Tweens and teens can learn more about the business of babysitting and safety tips at these local classes.
Talking Politics With Kids
Educating the next generation on civic responsibility
Where to Go to See Animals in Charlotte
Check out these area places to have animal adventures.
7 Places to Score Good Deals in Charlotte
Treasures await in these thrift and consignment stores.
Best Bets for a Milkshake Around Charlotte
Cool off with a frothy blend at these locally-owned businesses.
7 Places to Explore History with Kids
Travel through local history all around Charlotte.
5 Places for Science-Themed Summer Fun in Charlotte
Make learning fun this summer at one of these local spots.
5 Apps to Boost Your Workouts
Download these apps to help you stay motivated.
Spotlight Families: The Fit Family Challenge is Just the Beginning
Successes and setbacks for our 2016 Fit Family Challenge spotlight families.
How To Cheat Your Way To Eating More Veggies
Healthy substitutions are a sneaky way to give favorite dishes a nutritional punch.
DIY Healthy Food Pyramid Plate
Keep track of guideline portions by making your own fun and colorful Healthy Plate.
Fit Family Challenge Spotlight Families Make Positive Progress
Two families get moving toward their challenge goals.
10 Ways To Socialize Your Workout in Charlotte
Who says exercise has to be a solo adventure?
5 Best Food Truck Fests For Families In Charlotte
Sample local cuisine to your heart's content from these popular food truck rallies around town.
13 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day in Charlotte
Remind your kids the importance of taking care of the world we live in at one of these fun events.
10 Must-Have Foods for Your Kitchen
Spring is a great time to give your pantry a makeover.
5 Fun Lake Norman Parks and Playgrounds for Kids
Whether you're looking for swimming, hiking, biking, or a spectacular playground, these places have you covered.
Meet the 2016 Fit Family Challenge Spotlight Families
Two families power up for better health.
Charlotte Parent's 2016 Terrific Teen Honorees
We received so many impressive nominations for Terrific Teens this year that we decided to honor six additional students.
5 Places to Work Out With Kids in Charlotte
Check out these hot spots that will help you maintain a healthy lifestyle, all while your kids are having fun, too.
Could Eating Peanuts Early on Prevent Your Child’s Allergy?
Exposing children to peanuts at a young age could actually prevent the development of a peanut allergy later in life.
Do Infertility Treatments Cause Developmental Delays in Children?
Researchers studied assessment scores of 1,800 children born to women who became pregnant after receiving infertility treatments.
America’s ToothFairy Hosts Smile Drive
Host your own Smile Drive this month through America's ToothFairy.
Charlotte Hornets Offer Family Night Packs
The Charlotte Hornets are offering 3-Ticket Packs through the rest of their season.
Ringling Bros. Donates $10,000 to Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation
The foundation will use the money to support pediatric cancer research at Carolinas HealthCare System’s Levine Children’s Hospital.
5 Places for a Fun Moms' Night Out in Charlotte
From painting to roller skating, we have ideas for a great moms' night out (because all moms deserve it).
5 Tips for Wintertime Safety
A few tips to keep you prepared in weather-related emergencies, including power outages.
5 Places to Bounce With Your Kids in Charlotte
Keeping the kids active during the winter months just got easier.
Carmel Christian STEM Team Receives National Awards and NASA Internships
Carmel Christian's STEM Research Team brought home awards from the American Society for Gravitational and Space Research Conference.
ALA Announces 2016 Youth Media Award Winners
Real-life story that inspired Winnie the Pooh among winners.
Queen's Grant Students Win Healthy Cooking Competition
Middle schoolers at Queen's Grant Community School took top honors at "Kids Cook with Heart."
Baby Giant Pacific Octopus Comes to SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord
There's a new creature at Sea Life Charlotte-Concord Aquarium.
American Girl Creates Diabetic Kit for Dolls
New kit is already gaining popularity among children with type 1 diabetes.
Helping Your Child Face Their Fears
When it comes to children’s fears, the list can range from monsters to thunderstorms and everything in between.
Reid Park's New Public Art Inspired by Community Roots
Reid Park Neighborhood Park has unveiled a new park design and pieces of public artwork.
The SAT Changes You Need to Know About
New changes are coming to the SAT in March 2016.
SKILLS Group of Charlotte Helps Teens With Special Needs Grow
SKILLS Group of Charlotte offers instruction in a variety of areas to teens with special needs.
Okay With Being a Holiday Failure
Try not to set expectations too high when organizing your family's holiday.
3 Ways to Keep Kids Learning During Winter Break
Don't let your kids get sucked into an electronic abyss of devices over their school break.
The Force . . . It is Calling to You
"Star Wars: The Force Awakens" premiere almost here
Inner Peaks Opens Second Location in South End
Keeping fit during the colder months just got a little more fun.
Food and Drink TV Ads for Kids Send Parents the Wrong Message
Ads portray products as healthy when in reality they have poor nutritional content.
How to Manage Your Child's Migraine
Common triggers and how to deal.
