Haunted Houses and Trails in Charlotte
Prepare for a thrilling weekend or evening scare at one of these haunted houses or trails.
GO. PLAY. SEE.: 4 Fun Things to Experience in Charlotte This Month
CELEBRATE DIWALI AT OPTIMIST HALL Come to Botiwalla on Friday, November 1 and celebrate Diwali, a festival of lights that marks India’s biggest and most important holiday of the year. The family-friendly evening includes food specials like a pani puri…
Halloween Safety Reminders for Kids
Don't let Halloween play tricks on your safety.
COOKING WITH KIDS: Emory’s Everything Cookies
Now that families are in back-to-school mode, it’s a great time to try out this month’s recipe for Everything Cookies. They’re packed with protein, fiber, and flavor and they’re great for breakfast on-the-go, lunch boxes, and afternoon snacks. If you…
COOKING WITH KIDS: Tortellini Casserole
This month, I wanted to share a recipe for one of my favorite pasta casseroles. It’s a great dinner for family or friends, and it’s easy to make ahead and reheat when you’re ready to serve. This recipe is like…
ROOM WE LOVE: Teenage Dream
Jacy Painter Kelly’s client was a single mother of two when she hired the designer to decorate and furnish her new home in Fort Mill. “She was in Indian Land and wanted to build something more permanent and get into…
COOKING WITH KIDS: Flag-Themed Focaccia for July 4th
Holidays are a great time to start a family tradition—and some of the most delicious traditions start in the kitchen. This 4th of July flag-themed flatbread recipe came to be two summers ago on a family weekend in the mountains…
GO. PLAY. SEE.: 4 Fun Things to Experience in Charlotte This Month
CELEBRATE AMERICA AT THE BALLPARK See the Charlotte Knights take on the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp on July 4 at 6:35 p.m., and stay for a fireworks show at Truist field immediately following the game. Gates open at 5 p.m. Tickets…
COOKING WITH KIDS: Summer Fun Fruit Salad
Summertime is when peaches, berries, and melon are in their prime. Depending on where you live and shop, you may also find local plums, grapes, and figs. Take your kids to any local farmers market to meet the farmers who…
Autumn at Oz Festival
The Autumn at Oz Festival has returned to Beech Mountain’s Land of Oz for three weekends in September for more than 30 years. This season marks 85 years since the MGM classic, “The Wizard of Oz,” was released. “It’s a…
COOKING WITH KIDS: Homemade Pesto
It’s May. If you haven’t already planted some sort of herb garden, it’s time to get digging! You’ll love being able to send your kids to pick a pinch of this and a sprig of that to use in nearly…
Where to Pick Strawberries in Charlotte
Check out these pick-your-own farms that offer sweet strawberries and farm fun for the kids.
COOKING WITH KIDS: Emory’s Roasted Strawberry Ice Cream for Spring
I don’t know about you, but when springtime hits, my food thoughts go to strawberries. Heavy rainstorms notwithstanding, we’re lucky to have a long strawberry season here in the Queen City with lots of pick-your-own options. While strawberries are normally…
SPRING TRAVEL: Palm Beach, Florida
MILES FROM CHARLOTTE: 668 TRAVEL TIME: 2 hours NONSTOP SERVICE ON: American Airlines We made it. The cold, gloomy months of winter are behind us and the days are finally getting longer. It’s time to trade those puffer jackets and…
WEEKENDER: Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort
Whether your family excels at pitching a tent or needs step-by-step instructions, Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort in Bostic, North Carolina allows everyone to experience nature at their own pace. The 600-acre site has a range of accommodations including luxury…
THE PINT-SIZED FOODIE: An introduction to Lebowski’s
Each month, our 10-year-old resident foodie visits a different Charlotte-area restaurant that’s kid-friendly—but not a kid-topia. He orders something he’s never tried before and reports back with his recommendations for kids and their parents. Here is his review of Lebowski’s…
Easter Egg Hunts in Charlotte: 2024
From events on church lawns to community-wide eggstravaganzas, there are plenty of Easter egg hunts in Charlotte this spring. Many of them also include visits from the Easter Bunny. So get hoppin', and don't forget your Easter basket! March 16…
COOKING WITH KIDS: Mystery Baked Sandwiches
This month I’m cooking with my 8-year-old neighbor, Luke Tolley, and we’ve prepared what Luke calls “Mystery Baked Sandwiches.” This is a fun one, and it’s super simple. So simple, in fact, there’s not really a formal recipe. All you…
WEEKENDER: Boone
Pining for some mountain air but don’t have time for an extended road trip? Pack up the car with your puffy coats and hiking boots and head to Boone for one last dash of winter. Explore the trails at Grandfather…
GO. PLAY. SEE.: 4 Fun Things to Experience in Charlotte This Month
RIDE A SUGAR HIGH Stop by The Crazy Mason, the new dessert bar in Concord, for an over-the-top frozen treat. Splurge on towering, Instagrammable confections served in mason jars and topped with donuts, cupcakes, gummy bears, and more. GET CRAFTY…
ROOM WE LOVE: A Supersized Mudroom
After living in a series of rental homes, Liz Farrar and her husband, Daniel, fell in love with a 3.6-acre lot off Carmel Road in south Charlotte. They planned to renovate the house and make it work for their four…
Weekender: Winterplace Ski Resort
For skiers, snowboarders, tubers, and snow-loving families, winter in Charlotte is more of a concept than a reality within the climate constraints of the Queen City. Well-schooled QC moms and dads, however, know mountains of seasonal outdoor fun are only…
COOKING WITH KIDS: Homemade Cinnamon Rolls
This chill in the air—with or without snow—means it’s time to bake cinnamon rolls. I usually bake them around the holidays and gift them as a Christmas morning treat to all of my neighbors, but they continue to be a…
GO. PLAY. SEE.: 4 Fun Things to Experience in Charlotte This Month
SEE THE RAIL TRAIL LIGHTS The popular Rail Trail Lights return to South End February 2-18. See multiple public light art installations by local artists along the .7-mile stretch of the Rail Trail between Bland Street and Atherton Mill. Artwork…
Rainy Day Activities for Kids in Charlotte
We all want our kids to get out and play in the great outdoors. But when Mother Nature interferes, there are plenty of indoor play options all over town. Sky Zone Trampoline Park Charlotte 7325 Smith Corners Blvd. 704-709-9050 Pineville…
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Family-friendly and Kids Eat Free restaurants in the greater Charlotte area.
