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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...

Things to Do with Family this Week – January 11

Everyone is back in school now, and routines are settling in. Lots of fun things to do with family this week, and even for the long weekend ahead. FREE Krispy Kreme Doughnuts January 11 @ 8am-5pm Uptown - corner of West Trade...

Selecting the Right Independent School for Your Child (and Your Family)

There is still time to do some last minute homework to apply to an independent school for the 2016-2017 school year in Charlotte. Application deadlines are usually mid-January, so you are getting down to the wire. But it's not too...

New from Xtend Barre at Metropolitan – Babies On Board Class

Shawna Baker and the instructors at Xtend Barre fitness studio know all too well that one of the first things sacrificed in the first 6-12 months of having a baby is exercise.  New moms know exercise is super-important, but...

Smart Picks for Things to Do With Family This Week – January 4

Here are our picks for Things to Do with Family this week in Charlotte ~ it's time for back to work and school, but there's still lots of fun to be had. Family Storytime: Pajama Rama on The Plaza January 4 @...

Smart Picks for Things to Do With Family Over the Holiday Break – December 28

Winter Break Camps: Discovery Place The Little Gym Children's Theatre of Charlotte My Gym Days and times vary by location. Jump, Jump, Jump Hours vary by day Sky High Sports Don't miss the chance to bounce out their holiday energy. So much fun for the whole family. Take a...

Smart Picks for Things to Do With Family Over the Holiday Break – December 21

It's here! School is out for winter break and the kids have TONS of energy. Lucky for you, there are lots of things to keep them busy over the next two weeks. Fun family outings, movies and plays to...

The Smart Picks on Things to Do with Family in Charlotte This Week – December 14

The holiday fun continues this week. For a list of even MORE things to do with family in Charlotte this holiday season, check out our Holidays with the Family post HERE. Drive Thru Christmas December 14 & 15 @ 6-8pm Carmel Presbyterian...

25 Holiday Things to Do with Children In Charlotte

If you're not in the holiday spirit yet, you will be after checking out some of these great family-friendly events coming up this holiday season.  Enjoy! Candlelight Christmas December 5 @ 6-9pm Latta Plantation Enjoy Christmas by candlelight as it was in the...

Mistletoe Magic at Morrison on Saturday, December 12

This is one of our favorite Holiday Events around town ~ there's a little something for everyone, and the stores in the Morrison Shops are some of Charlotte's best options for fashion, decor, gifting, wining and dining. It really...

Holidays at Metropolitan include Santa’s Visit and a Gingerbread House Contest.

Keeping things simple is key during this time of year, and that's why scoop girls love an upscale "mixed use" shopping center. One with good shops, a nice grocery, great options for dining both quick and classy, and anything...

The Smart Picks on Things to Do with Family in Charlotte This Week – November 30

Hoping you had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Time to work off all of that turkey at some super family-friendly events this week. December starts on Tuesday...hard to believe 2015 is coming to a close soon. Leonard Bearstein Symphony Orchestra November 30-December 31 Founders...

What To Expect in Your Child’s Admissions Assessment at Charlotte Private Schools.

We're moving on in our look at the process of admission to a Charlotte area independent school. The Open House season has ended and, hopefully, your family is set up to tour several of your favorites so that you can...