Updated October 2025 Charlotte Allstars 11011 Monroe Rd. Matthews Charlotte Allstar’s offers use of their gym which includes an inflatable obstacle course, slides, trampolines, foam pit, swinging rope and more. Birthday parties include a party hostess, setup and cleanup, one…
Recently, we got an e-mail from our coach informing us it’s time for baseball league sign-ups. We were shocked and excited — shocked it was already time to sign-up for baseball again, and excited because it was time to think about baseball again. We had mixed feelings, in spite of the excitement.
Take a peek inside the life of local mom Maureen O’Boyle and get a glimpse of everyday parenting — from the madness to the mess-ups.
Step into The Soda Shop, and you’ll feel like you’re stepping back in time to an old-fashioned diner. Nestled in historic downtown Davidson, The Soda Shop offers a picture book of town history with walls adored with old photos and newspaper clippings.
When it comes to sports and children, one of the biggest decisions is what sport to choose. There are many different options in the Charlotte area, so you should first narrow the field by considering if your child will prefer an individual sport or a team sport.
Accessorize to be the fashionista you have always been, just with a little bundle of joy coming along for the ride.
Teach the kids how to chop, mix and stir one cold Saturday afternoon, and the family can enjoy time together in the kitchen followed by a yummy dinner of warm soup. This simple recipe uses ingredients found in most households (hint: use a ham roast or steak instead of thinly sliced deli meat), is easy to assemble and takes about 30 minutes to make — perfect for young attention spans and hungry tummies! (Courtesy of Allrecipes.com)
Take a peek inside the life of local mom Molly Hedrick and get a glimpse of everyday parenting - from the madness to the mess-ups!
Tired of the chaos and clutter? Well-known organizer Pam Young, aka The House Fairy, offers some suggestions for your home.
New Year’s resolutions for healthier eating might have you searching out alternatives to fast food or takeout, and Zoës Kitchen in south Charlotte is just the spot!
"I am not a cook," says Christi Coverston. As the mother of two growing boys, Coverston sometimes finds herself, like many moms, in a rut when it comes to preparing family meals, snacks and school lunches. But she recently found help in an unusual place — a new teaching kitchen at the Morrison Family YMCA in Ballantyne.
Angela and Brian Stich had been taxiing their children, Brianna, 12, and Bradley, 11, to tae kwon do at the Simmons YMCA for six months when they finally decided to get in on the action.
"We saw how much fun the kids were having and how they were progressing and gaining confidence," says Angela Stich. "We thought this would be good for all of us."
Many parents are conflicted about when to talk to their children about their adoption. We shed some light on how/when to do it.
Local dad Geoff Gray talks about the joys of parenthood
A sweet twist on brine - apple cider!
Sometimes addressing parents with adoptive children can be equally hard. Find out the right way to address everyone involved.
Try something new and brine your turkey this year!
Sometimes addressing parents with adoptive children can be equally hard. Find out the right way to address everyone involved.
Transform a bedroom into an ocean of fun with a mural.
Peek inside the life of local dad Stoney Sellers and get a glimpse of everyday parenting — from the madness to the mess-ups!
Our family loves a trip to the run-down shack on Monroe Road known as Lupie's. Though it's not much to look at on the outside, inside is one of Charlotte's best café's.
While the majority of children are born to fathers ages 20-34, becoming a later-in-life dad is a distinct trend. Current research indicates that since 1980, birth rates have increased 40 percent for men 35-49.
Local mompreneurs share their insights into parenting, working and running a business.
Serves 4
Prep Time: About 30 minutes
Charlotte Parent Recipes Snapper en Papillote
Prep Time: 90 minutes (Make the cake in two sections, then create the filling while the cake bakes)
Serves: 8
Tutors, homeschool helpers, childcare resources, counselors and more.
Sports leagues and fitness classes for kids.
