Thanksgiving Takeout Options Around Charlotte
Get a little side help, or go full turkey to pie
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Apple Cider-Brined Turkey
A sweet twist on brine - apple cider!
Thanksgiving Table Craft
Your kids will enjoy this easy holiday craft that will end up on the table, not the fridge!
Good Eats Roast Turkey
Try something new and brine your turkey this year!
NAPPA Top Toys for 2009: Board & Card Games
Board games are fun for everyone. See what the National Parenting Publications Awards choose for all ages and stages.
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!
