Family Day Trips for Charlotteans to Cap Off the Summer
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Of Football and ‘King Kong’
Rookie Dad recounts Thanksgivings of his childhood and gears up to host Thanksgiving as a grown-up.
Charlotte Chefs: Bourbon-Pecan Encrusted Sea Scallops with Roasted Beets and an Orange Infused Vinaigrette Arugula Salad
This beautifully presented Southern coastal dish from local Chef Carrie Hegnauer? will make your dinner party guests "ooh and aaah!"
Cool to Ghoul Halloween Makeup Tips
Spook up your Halloween makeup with these easy tips.
Witchy Popcorn Balls
October is National Popcorn Poppin' Month! Transform your popcorn into this fun Halloween treat. ?
Cranberry Popcorn Recipes
Fall is harvest time for cranberries. Mix this bright and bold fruit with popcorn for a delicious autumn treat.
Quick & Easy Halloween Crafts
Invite ghostly guests to your illuminated dinner table with these simple and festive Halloween crafts.
An Eco Friendly Halloween
Make it a green Halloween with these earth-friendly ideas.
Easy Costume Ideas from PBS
Download a costume pattern and do-it-yourself costume idea from the Jim Henson Company.
Dad's Halloween
Local dad looks forward to playing dress-up with his kids this Halloween.
Howling Halloween Fun Stuff
Get in the Halloween spirit with these books, movies and costumes.?
Good Gadget: Dremel Pumpkin Carving Kit
With the Dremel Pumpkin Carving Kit, your jack-o'-lantern is sure to impress the entire neighborhood!?
Things Little Kids Are Scared Of
Quicksand, volcanoes, haunted houses and more!
Trick or Treat Cupcakes
For the parade of goblins, ghosts, and monsters looking for something sweet?, make these orange-flavored Halloween cupcakes.
Modern Grandparents
Millions of grandparents are young, active and actively involved in grandkids' lives.
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Neat Eats: Watermelon Shark
Master the art of carving watermelon into fun shapes for display.
Teacher Talk: Summer Social Studies Activities
Make learning fun this summer with these social studies activities.
Make it a Kid-Friendly Fourth of July
Ideas to host a budget-wise Fourth of July party that's fun for all ages.
The Scoop on Sundaes
Sundaes are sweet, but maybe it's time for something sensational.
30 Days of Summer Fun
Find fun, affordable kid-friendly activities to fill the month of June.
Almost Free: $1 Summer 2011 Movies
Weekday $1 movies at Charlotte-area cinemas help entertain kids for families on a budget.
Gearing Up for Summer Camp
Pack light and label everything, plus more tips to get the kids packed for summer camp.
Father's Day Poems
Looking for some words of inspiration for a Father's Day card? How about a poem.
Running the Household Dad's Way
In the spirit of Father's Day, it's appropriate for men everywhere to discuss the best way to run the household in the absence of their spouse.
Summer Books for Kids
Great books, all published within the last year, ideal for summer trips, camp and hot afternoons spent inside.
