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Where to See the Christmas Lights In and Around Charlotte This Year
One of our favorite holiday activities is scoping out...
Cut Your Own Christmas Tree Farms Near Charlotte. Choose & Cut This Year!
Did you know that you can choose & cut...
The Art of the College Visit: Making the Most of Your Campus Tours
Ah, the college visit – that rite of passage...
Tips for Family Photos from Popular Charlotte Photographers
Fall is definitely family photo season, and many of...
Is Boarding School Right for Your Child? Key Factors to Consider
Choosing the right educational path for your child is a significant decision, and boarding school is an option that many families consider. While it may seem daunting at first, boarding schools can offer unique opportunities for growth, independence, and...
Here are Great Fall Hikes for the Whole Family
Fall is the perfect time of year to get out and explore the outdoors with family while enjoying cooler days and beautiful fall foliage. Our list of hikes are all local to our area making them an easy activity...
Executive Functioning Skills: The Hidden Key to Academic Success
Charlotte area students spend their high school years preparing to tackle their college applications and for the leap to college. Much focus is placed on GPAs, standardized test scores, and extracurricular activities. However, there's a set of skills that...
Fall 2024 Kids Consignment Sales Scoop
Back to school means shopping for new clothes, shoes, and backpacks. But new to you doesn't have to be brand new. Consignment sales can be a great way to save money and get the best bang for your buck...
Shop New & Cute for Girls & Tweens at The Pearl Pagoda
If you've been following scoop for a while, you know we love to suss out and work with the locally owned boutiques and businesses that may not automatically be on your radar, but should be. Especially the shops that...
Swimmer’s Ear. How You Get It, How to Avoid It, How to Treat It.
Guest post contributed by CEENTA
What is "Swimmer's Ear"?
If you get water in your ear, and it stays inside your ear, it can cause a condition known as swimmer’s ear. Swimmer’s ear (or otitis externa) is an infection of your outer ear caused...
Navigating the Transition from High School to College: Tips for Students & for Parents
Launch Pads to Lecture Halls
Transitioning from high school to college is a significant milestone filled with excitement and new challenges. For recently graduated seniors and their parents, navigating this period successfully requires preparation, understanding, and adaptability. At Garrett Educational...
Here Are Three Very Unique Charlotte Summer Camps That Still Have Spots Open for Your Child
Is your child is just not up for yet another sweltering sports camp this summer? Do you have too many weeks in between vacay and sleep away camp? Are you looking to expand his or her horizons with something...
How to Celebrate Father’s Day in SouthPark This Year
Father’s Day is right around the corner, and SouthPark has all you need to celebrate the dads in your life. From gifts to experiences to lunch and a beer out, here are over 15 ways to celebrate dad in...
Best Kid & Pet-Friendly Patios in Charlotte, Your 2024 Update
It's patio weather in Charlotte and there's nothing better than sitting outside enjoying the weather with the whole family — including the furry members! We've rounded up all the best kid and pet-friendly patios in the Charlotte area, organized...
The Easiest Dad’s Day Shopping is at Onward Reserve
Yes, it's that time again. Father’s Day is coming up, on Sunday, June 16, and if you want to give gifts that are classy and classic, stylish and sporting, swing by Onward Reserve in the Park Road Shopping Center for your...
16 Charlotte Area Hikes the Whole Family Can Enjoy
This is the perfect time of year to get out and explore the outdoors with family. Our list of 16 easy and flat trails in and around Charlotte will help you plan your next family adventure!
McDowell Nature Preserve -...