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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Holiday Cookie Contest Winning Recipe
Reader Melissa Powell shares her delicious cookie recipe that will make any holiday meal special.
Local Moms Share Their Birthday Party Pet Peeves
Recently, we asked our readers about what bugs them at birthday parties. Here's what they said!
It bugs moms when...
Birthday Party Ideas: Pirate & Scavenger Hunt Fun
Is your son seeking a fun birthday party with his pals, or is your daughter wishing for a cool and exciting way to celebrate her big day with her friends? We have two easy party themes for you that are sure to be a hit and keep kids active and on the hunt.
Avoid Fright-Night Fears
Surprises and spooky images of Halloween may be fun for some kids, but what's your child's threshold for scary subject matter?
Take Me Out to the Ball Game
Want to catch a great ball game this summer? Find out more about regional teams all across the Carolinas.
Charleston, S.C. A History Lesson in Fun
Visiting Charleston is a fantastic vacation idea for families who love history, southern hospitality and fun-filled events.
Avanti's: Authentic Italian at the Arboretum
Take the family to Avanti's for great cuisine in a welcoming environment.
O' Scrap! What Can I Make for the Holidays?
If the thought of scrapbooking makes you cringe and conjure up images of yellowed photos from high school in a leatherette-bound construction paper contraption with faded corsages and swim team ribbons bulging from its contents, think again.
Silver Springs, FL: In the Land of Tarzan
Explore Florida's other side and experience nature in Silver Springs.
Viriginia Creeper Trail
Try this exciting, outdoor hiking and biking adventure in neighboring Virginia.
Family Bike Adventures in the Southeast
Take your family on a bike ride this summer on one or more of these four awesome trails! These are some of the nicest trails in the Southeast.
Keep Your Home Secure While Away
Learn simple tricks and tips to keep burglars away while your family is on vacation.
Keep ‘Em Busy – Products that Make Summer Fun
From easy-to-use sunscreen to a breezy story about summer clouds, to the latest Phineas and Ferb DVD, we've got a list of great products for the summer.
Mother's Day Pizza
Kids (with supervision) can make mom an awesome homemade pizza for Mother's Day.
Camp Research - Do Your Homework Now
It's never to soon to start researching summer camps for your child. Four tips on how to get started.
Hours of Amusement at the Children's Museum of Winston-Salem
Take a day trip to this speciality museum that will have your kids begging not to leave.
George Washington Bookstore and Tavern
If your travels take you near Concord, N.C., for lunch or dinner, the George Washington Bookstore and Tavern is the place to go.
Pssghetti’s
My wife and three young whippersnappers recently accompanied me to Pssghetti’s, the new Italian restaurant located in Huntersville.
New Zealand Café Seafood Grill & Sushi Bar
This small, but very lively sushi restaurant nestled inside the Sardis Crossing Shopping Center in Matthews is a treasure waiting to be found. New Zealand Café features seafood and Asian Cuisine, however they are known for their fresh, delicious daily $1 sushi.
Resorts Kids Love
Parents plan family vacations fully intending to make everybody happy, but, let’s face it, if the kids ain’t happy, nobody’s happy. With that in mind, you’ll want to take special care to select a destination that appeals to the kids, even involve them in the planning process, so that it truly is a "vacation" for everyone!
Traveling and the New Red Tape
Since September 11th, we have been subject to many new security precautions. Knowing the alternatives, most of us understand we must tolerate these new regulations, along with whatever extra time and energy they require. But, as parents, we now have even more "red tape" to get used to. We have researched some of the new rules for you to help you become more aware and better prepared for your child’s next trip.
The Bombay Grille
There’s no doubt Indian cuisine does not readily spring to mind when considering suitable restaurants for kids. In fact, for many parents, the presence of hot spices, strange tastes and the probable absence of crayons unequivocally consigns this option to the absolutely, positively never category.
Makkas Restaurant
Looking for a nice, quiet restaurant in Matthews? Tucked away in Windsor Square next to Fancy Feet Dance Studio, Makkas Restaurant has a lovely relaxing atmosphere to enjoy a family dinner. With its mix of Italian, Greek, steak and seafood, it was the perfect place for my husband, 9-year-old son and his friend to have dinner one Sunday evening.
Zink American Kitchen
The atmosphere encourages good behavior, and the menu offers an array for adults and children.
