Picture Perfect Porches
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,…
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Picture Perfect Porches
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,…
Carolina Ascent: New Season, New Energy
All eyes are on this weekend's home opener. Here's what to know: It’s a new force in women’s sports. Carolina Ascent FC kicked off its inaugural season in August 2024, and their home opener marked the return of women's professional…
Best Pediatricians in Charlotte
Each year, our sister publication, Charlotte magazine, releases a list of the Castle Connolly Top Doctors in Charlotte, based on a peer survey conducted by Castle Connolly. Doctors are selected through a peer nomination process, and then evaluated by a physician-led research…
GO. PLAY. SEE.: 4 Fun Things to Experience in Charlotte This Month
CHECK OUT THE YIASOU THE GREEK FESTIVAL The Yiasou Greek Festival returns to the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral September 5-7. Enjoy cultural exhibits, folk dancing, live music, and authentic Greek cuisine. The Kids Playland has rides, children’s activities, and…
Cosmetic Surgery For Moms: 5 Things to Consider Before You Go Under The Knife
For moms, cosmetic surgery comes with extra considerations
5 Things to Do Over Labor Day Weekend in Charlotte
Labor Day family fun around the QC
Charlotte's Fall Festivals and Fairs: 2025
Fall festivals feed your need for fried dough, live music and family fun.
Kids Consignment Sales in Charlotte This Fall
Find bargains this fall at one of these Charlotte-area consignment sales.
Where to Go Apple Picking Near Charlotte
These farms are within a two-hour drive
GO. PLAY. SEE.: 4 Fun Things to Experience in Charlotte This Month
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…
WEEKENDER: Hilton Head
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…
Best Bets for Kids' Cooking Classes in Charlotte
Whip up some fun for aspiring chefs preschool aged through teens at these culinary hot spots.
Where to Find Shoes for Kids in Charlotte
Whether you're looking for sparkly for your little princess or snow boots, these stores have you covered.
THRIVE: Celebrating Neurodiversity and Individuality Through Travel
July is Disability Pride Month, which celebrates the achievements and contributions of people with disabilities. It’s also a time to reframe the negative ways children with different abilities are often portrayed. While they do require extra support and assistance, the…
18 Must-Visit Ice Cream Spots in (or Near) Charlotte
On the search for cold, sweet goodness? Start here!
25 Ideas Under $25 for Summer Fun With Kids in Charlotte
Banish summer boredom without draining your bank account with these hot-weather activities.
Where to Pick Blackberries and Blueberries Near Charlotte
Spend some sweet family time and bring home a colorful bounty.
GO. PLAY. SEE.: 4 Fun Things to Experience in Charlotte This Month
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…
Where to See Fireworks in Charlotte: 2025
A round-up of the best places to see fireworks this year.
Where to Fish in Charlotte
Try to catch a big one at these local fishing spots in the Charlotte area.
Where to Go Consignment Shopping in Charlotte
A list of clothing, kid, and home consignment shops in the Queen City
GO. PLAY. SEE.: 4 Fun Things to Experience in Charlotte This Month
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…
A Guide To Splash Pads in Charlotte
Best bets for where to get soaked this summer in Charlotte for free.
Summer Festivals for Families in Charlotte
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…
