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Picture Perfect Porches

Taylor Bowler,

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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Carowinds Launches Copperhead Strike

Michele Huggins,

Hands in the air for this double-launch coaster that anchors the new themed area at Carowinds.

Hop To It Credit Town Of Indian Trail Parks And Rec

Easter Egg Hunts and Events

Tiffany Wolff,

The Easter Bunny is hopping around to these local Easter egg hunts around town.

North Carolina Zoo Becomes Certified Sensory Inclusive

Lauren Bell Isaacs,

New training with KultureCity creates more inclusive environment for people with sensory sensitivities

3 Things to Know: N.C.’s First 4DX Theater at Charlotte’s Regal Stonecrest

Andy Smith,

This is a bit different than your standard theater experience

6 Pi Day Pizza Specials in Charlotte

Andy Smith,

Plus: one pie

5 Places to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Charlotte

Courtney McLaughlin,

Find your pot of gold at these festive events.

Teddy Bear Breakfast Celebrates the Young Child

Michele Huggins,

Dance, sing, play and eat to support Smart Start of Mecklenburg County.

A Family Trip to Greenville, South Carolina

Kristina Hernandez,

This small foothills town delivers big fun for families

Young Girl Playing Taiko The Japanese Drum On Childrens Day. Photo By Jonathan Ley

Nonstop Flight Destinations for Charlotte Families

Liz Rothaus Bertrand, Julia Pelly, Amy Ragsdale, Tiffany Wolff,

Leave the car at home and hop on a nonstop flight from CLT for family travels farther afield

Vacation Accommodations: House or Hotel?

Joanne Cleaver, Samantha Cleaver,

Hotels and short-term rentals each offer pros and cons for family getaways. A mom and grandmother who travel with kids share their insights.

#HomeCLT Exhibition Brings Charlotte History to Life

Michele Huggins,

A multi-year, multi-faceted, multimedia exploration of Charlotte neighborhoods at Levine Museum of the New South.

Charlotte’s Speed for Need Helps Others Cross the Finish Line

Vanessa Infanzon,

Nonprofit helps those with special needs take part in races

Movie Review: 'How to Train Your Dragon 3: Inner World'

Nicky VanValkenburgh,

The third movie in the "How to Train Your Dragon" series offers stunning detail and a heartwarming message about friendship.

And1, Illuminaries Transform Court at Cordelia Park

Andy Smith,

See the finished product

Trampoline Parks and Indoor Bounce Houses for Charlotte Kids

Andy Smith,

Remember your first time on a trampoline? There’s a certain freedom to ignoring the laws of gravity, and several Charlotte businesses capitalize on it. Below, we offer six options for kids who want to bounce. Monkey Joe’s This chain not…