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
It's that time again
Who to call for your family photos this fall
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
Whether you're looking for sparkly for your little princess or snow boots, these stores have you covered.
On the search for cold, sweet goodness? Start here!
Spend some sweet family time and bring home a colorful bounty.
Since 2021, Harper & Skyler’s Toys & Sweets has been Charlotte’s go-to for treats, candy boards, toys, and personalized accessories. If you’re a frequent customer, you might recognize 11-year-old Harper Weiss, who often helps out behind the counter. Her dad,…
Anna Stallmann is a public relations ace and owner of Anna Stallmann Communications, a women-led firm that serves a diverse group of local and national businesses and nonprofits. She’s also a mom of two daughters, Savannah, 6, and Madeleine, 4.…
“I’m not a regular general contractor,” says Mark Aymer, owner of Aymer Luxury Building and Design. “I don't just seek out kitchens and bathrooms. I’m a unique builder.” It’s why his clients hired him to build a 34-foot-long pirate ship…
Events and activities in the Queen City
A guide to the kid-friendly sites to explore in Charlotte
Skip the cooking with these Easter brunch options.
Creating a baby registry can be overwhelming to a first-time parent. With so many products available, it’s difficult to know what’s what. As a mom of four, I’ve learned that less is more for the newborn stage. Our nursery setups…
Celebrate spring at these area Charlotte-area festivals.
Fun ways to celebrate LOVE as a family
Hannah Shaban’s family was gathered at her aunt’s house for a holiday celebration when her then 10-month-old son, Waleed, toddled into the room in his new onesie. The family broke out clapping and singing the classic Arabic nursery rhyme quoted…
Local spots to get out and fuel up with the kids
This week, we asked readers for their feelings on Elf on the Shelf. A whopping 53% of respondents have managed to avoid welcoming the December elf into their home. For the rest of us, here are some ideas and "elfluencers"…
It’s time to start tackling those holiday wishlists, so we caught up with our resident toy expert Dan Weiss, owner of Harper & Skyler’s Toys & Sweets, to find out which items he can’t keep on the shelves this season.…
Concerts, lights, gingerbread displays, and more
