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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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Camp Tips and Tidbits

Lee McCracken,

Web sites, products and ideas for summer camp fun!

A Kid's Eye View: ‘Cinderella’ Takes the Stage

Cyre Clark,

Read a review of the most recent Lollipops concert by our kids' music critic, Cyre Clark.

Teachable Moments at a Small Cost

ARA Content,

Summer is here and it’s time for lots of family activities. With a little planning and a lot of fun, meaningful learning opportunities can be packed into every weekend -- without spending a lot of money.

5 Quick and Easy Halloween Costumes

Heather Hayes,

Great costume ideas for those parents who want to put their own touch on a special outfit.

Family Outing for the Annual Christmas Tree

Deidra J. Smith,

Start your own Christmas Tree family tradition in the mountains of North Carolina. Find out why local cut and choose tree farms are so popular with families.