In Partnership with Charlotte Christian School It can be challenging today to find silver linings in our new normal. We hear from friends, colleagues, family, mainstream media and social media all that is being taken away from our children during…
In Partnership with Charlotte Mecklenburg Library In a world rapidly moving to an online format, access to digital resources and educational materials is more important than ever before. With limits on in-person gatherings and adjusted work and school schedules, living…
In Partnership with Charlotte Country Day School The dog days of summer in Charlotte are always tough for parents, but during the coronavirus pandemic, pain points are stretched to new bounds. Local schools wished their graduating seniors well in May—some with virtual tributes—and…
With school closures and many parents asked to assume the role of educator while also working from home, students are estimated to lose anywhere from six to 12 months of learning during the coronavirus pandemic. Parsec Financial has awarded Read Charlotte and…
Thanks to impressive health precautions, stir-crazy kids can enjoy various adventures and activities this summer at the YMCA's overnight camps in North and South Carolina. In Partnership with YMCA of Greater Charlotte After spending spring in quarantine, kids need socialization now more than ever. As much…
As North Carolina entered Phase 2 of reopening, on June 8, 2020, Charlotte Aquatics reopened its pool to young swimmers—but not without major precautions. In Partnership with Charlotte Aquatics As the state of North Carolina moves through its phases of reopening amid COVID-19, parents are…
Local independent day school sends off graduating seniors with a thoughtful online tribute page where parents, teachers, coaches, and others can leave well wishes for individual students and the class as a whole. In Partnership with Charlotte Country Day School Coronavirus times call…
How prominent camps are handling this period
Bantam Bagels makes bite-sized foods that kids love to eat and parents love to make—because they're so fun, delicious, and easy! Find their mini stuffed bagel, egg bites, and pancake balls online and in the frozen section of your local grocery…
Greater Charlotte YMCA The YMCA of Greater Charlotte, which has temporarily closed all 19 branches and two overnight camps due to the global coronavirus pandemic, is partnering with essential Atrium and Novant healthcare workers to provide free childcare for kids…
While libraries are closed to encourage social distancing, online access to digital resources becomes even more important. Here's what you can access for free with your Charlotte Mecklenburg Library card. In Partnership with Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Participating in school, work,…
Charlotte Meckleburg Library is still celebrating El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children’s Day/Book Day) during April 2020. Also known as Día, this initiative emphasizes the importance of literacy for children of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds.…
Looking for ways to help keep the Charlotte economy afloat? Local businesses are getting creative with ways to support. In Partnership with Charlotte Center City Partners It's easy to get swept up in the anxiety, sadness, and uncertainty of a…
Your children may have fears and anxieties surrounding the evolving COVID-19 situation, especially if they're celebrating big moments alone this spring. Charlotte Country Day School's counselors provide advice for being supportive during delicate situations like this. In Partnership with Charlotte…
The uptown private school hosted a public panel discussion in February tackling many of the modern issues kids — and parents — are facing today. In Partnership with Trinity Episcopal School Each day, it seems that the world becomes more complex…
It's a good time to get your kids in on the cooking
In Partnership with Parsec Financial When Jackie Rogers was a young girl, her mother ran the household finances. “Seeing her was really empowering, and I want that for my children,” she says. So, it’s no surprise that the Missouri native…
With drownings a growing concern for Charlotte parents, there is no better time than the winter and spring months for kids of all ages to brush up on swim skills. Parents can join their children as young as 6 months old at local…
From Artificial Intelligence to Musical Theater and Creative Writing, here’s a look at the fun, practical, and quirky camps offered this summer through UNC Charlotte's Camps on Campus. In Partnership with UNC Charlotte Camps on Campus Summer is long. While playing…
A new choir director is shaking things up—or, rather, slowing things down—at the Charlotte Children's Choir. In Partnership with Arts+ First-year Arts+ Artistic Director Keegan Brittain is leading the Charlotte Children’s Choir with a twist. While most choir directors recognize the body merely as the…
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The Ballantyne Hotel has categories for different age groups and levels of experience
