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What Do Newcomers Look for When Buying a Home in Charlotte
We know that Charlotte is the place to live.But...
SouthPark Makes It So Easy to Get Ready for the Holidays
Yikes! The Holiday countdown is ON! Thankfully, there’s no...
UPDATED: Ways to Help Western NC after Hurricane Helene (10/22)
While there are more and more options developing every...
Local Restaurants Where You Can Host Your Holiday Party This Year
We can't believe it either, but the holidays are...
Being Thankful This Year. Here are 13 Ways to Support Your Community and Give Thanks This Weekend
For their 95th anniversary year, the Junior League of Charlotte, Inc. (JLC) spent 95 consecutive hours last week volunteering in our community. Yes, that means women got up at 2:00 a.m. to keep the hours going. In a year...
Books to Read and Give This Year
With comfy clothes replacing cocktail attire this holiday season, we'll have plenty of time to cozy up with a book and wrap up the latest bestsellers to put underneath the tree. The year's hottest titles include a sequel to...
Etiquette Tips For Celebrating the Holidays This Year
Thanksgiving and the holiday season are going to look and feel a bit different this year because of Covid-19. Instead of hugs, there will be elbow bumps. Fine china may be replaced by paper plates, and large family gatherings...
Advice from a Pro: How to Have a Healthy Divorce
You might not expect to see the words ‘divorce’ and ‘healthy’ in the same sentence, as it likely seems like an oxymoron due to how society portrays separation and divorce. However, as a divorce attorney and licensed mediator, I’m...
There’s Still Time to Support Black Philanthropy Month in Charlotte and Vote for a Local Award Winner
August is Black Philanthropy Month and here in Charlotte, a celebration and recognition effort is being led by #BPM2020CLT, the initiative of the New Generation of African American Philanthropists (NGAAP Charlotte) and several local organizations.
What is Black Philanthropy...
How To Host a Backyard Kentucky Derby Party This Year
Feeling lucky? Gather your closest lilies and phillies for a few bets. Backyard style. The 147th Kentucky Derby will run on Saturday, May 1, with limited attendance. Hosting your own Derby Party will be a little trickier, as you...
Turn Your Takeout Food Containers into Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Envision Charlotte is turning takeout food containers into Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). You probably don't even realize it, but most of the plastic containers you get your takeout and food delivery in are NOT recyclable at our local Material Recovery...
UNC Charlotte’s New Female Chancellor, Dr. Sharon L. Gaber.
Dr. Sharon L. Gaber is making history. The second woman to lead the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, she officially replaces Philip L. Dubois as the school's fifth chancellor on July 20. While the university was founded by...
UPDATED. Charlotte Black Owned, Women Owned Businesses to Know and Support.
Celebrate Black History Month by making an investment in a Charlotte Black Owned, Women Owned Business. Support these ladies by following their social media pages and if you are able, make a purchase. From candles to cheesecakes, event planning...
Freshen Up Your Patio and Driveways for the New Outdoor Get Togethers ~ 10 or Fewer Please!
Let's take this outside. Patio parties and driveway meetups are the new way to connect with friends and neighbors. Limiting the total number in attendance to 10 or under makes it easy to spend quality time together ~ so...
What Charlotte Book Lovers are Reading Now
After a month staying at home, many of us have adjusted to spending our days in athletic wear and connecting with colleagues and friends on Zoom. For those still heading out for essential work, we're grateful for your service...
Inspirational Books for These Tough Times
There’s never been a better time to get lost in a great book. These nonfiction titles offer plenty of inspiration, so you’ll be ready to take on the world when it feels safe again. Until then, we’ll be staying...