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.
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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…
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Spend some sweet family time and bring home a colorful bounty.
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
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…
Tianyu Lights Festival Now thru June 22 Evenings, Concord Mills, Tickets start at $20 (over 12), $15 (under 12) Walk through 25 handcrafted luminous art installations with three themed areas: Enchanted Land, Animal Kingdom, Ocean World, along with the Illuminated…
Many Charlotte summer camps open for registration as early as January. But if you struggle to make summer plans while still in a winter coat, don’t panic. Here are some camps that still have some availability. For a full list…
As travelers gear up for Memorial Day weekend, these three scenic, drivable destinations blend beach relaxation, mountain air, and plenty of small-town charm. CRYSTAL COAST, NORTH CAROLINA The Crystal Coast is an 85-mile stretch of beaches that encompasses Beaufort, Atlantic…
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Looking for a great way to spend time with your kids that’s fun, affordable, and gets them off their screens? Gardening is an ideal activity. Whether you plant one in your yard, on your deck, or on a kitchen windowsill,…
