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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...

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...

Nature Playdates, Snowman Sundae, Cat Castles and Other Things to Do with Family this Week – 1/7

It's a new year and it's time to get out there for some family fun - stay warm and cozy learning about winter, catch a show, learn about art, shuck oysters and more! Homeschool Day at Discovery Place Science Discovery Place...

Your Burning Question Answered ~ Why Does Removing a Cast Tickle?

Removing a cast at the doctor’s office can really tickle, and there’s true science behind the reason why. After a break, fracture, sprain or dislocation, a cast allows bones to stay in place as they heal, and beyond that...

Things to Do with Family This Weekend

You probably still have family in town, and kids out of school so we've got you covered. If you're looking to feed the kids for free this week, check out our day by day round up of KIDS EAT...

Elf in the Woods, Scuba Claus, Sensory Santa, Bug Ornaments and More Things to Do with Family this Week

Step out in style this week and visit Gingerbread Lane, Scuba Claus, and sensory Santa. And, not to be missed make a bug ornament, do the bee boogie and we list the best places to be front row for...

Holiday Wear for Children at Tiny on Selwyn Ave in Myers Park

Previously located off Providence Road, Tiny now sits in the shops at Selwyn and Colony along side Paper Twist and Woo Cosmetics. The best of the best for children, you'll find sizes from newborn to young girls and boys...

Juggling, Clay Works, Meteor Shower, Dads & Donuts & More Things to Do with Family This Week – 12/10

Movies, magic, markets and more - there's so much family fun happening in the Queen City this week! Monday Movies at Beatties Ford Road Regional Library Beatties Ford Road Regional Library Light refreshments are provided, but feel free to pack a lunch...

SMILE. Here are 10 Places to Get a Photo with Santa This Weekend 12/8

One of the many things Charlotte does well is Christmas… so if you celebrate it and have kids, you know seeing the big guy in the red suit is a must-stop on the crazed holiday train – but, it...

Play Harps, Meet Santa, the Teddy Bear Tea, Charlotte’s 250th Birthday & More Things to Do with Family this week 12/3

Soooooo much family fun is on deck this week - Menorah and Christmas tree lightings (and a lighted boat parade - whuuut?!), Happy Birthday to Charlotte, art tours, winter wildlife and more. SOUTHPARK MALL - Caring Santa 12/2 & 12/9 StoneCrest...

Charlotte Hanukkah Celebrations and Menorah Lightings This Year.

Hanukkah is almost here ~ the Jewish Festival of Lights begins at sundown December 2 and ends at sundown on December 10. Hanukkah celebrates the miracle of lights and the Jews victory over the Greeks, you can learn more...

Leonard Bearstein, Santas Bag, Cookie Decorating & More Things to Do with Family This Week 11/26

What a wonderful week it's going to be from candy cane hunts, to latkes and dreidels; make time to decorate cookies, visit a life-size gingerbread house, take a train ride, get in some shopping and more. Yoga Storytime Cornelius Library Enjoy stories...

This is A Great Week For Family Fun! 25 Things to Do with Family this Week 11/16

We've brought you a winter wonderland this week to match the weather! From ice-skating to tree lightings and everything in-between it's going to be a magical week! Holiday on Ice | @holidayoniceclt Uptown Charlotte’s outdoor ice rink is back at the NASCAR Hall...

Scoop’s 10 Tips on How to Do the Thanksgiving Day Parade in Charlotte.

Are you in town for Turkey Day? Start the day off right and get outside and create the perfect holiday tradition with your family and friends at the annual Novant Health Thanksgiving Day Parade. Here's all you need to...