Mecklenburg County's assisting program for residents' cooling bills
MECKLENBURG COUNTY, NC – For those Mecklenburg residents who are struggling with the cooling bills, the Mecklenburg County Department of Social Services is providing funds with the Crisis Intervention Program and Low-Income Energy Assistance Program.
Read full storyPriya Sircar: Charlotte's first arts and culture officer
CHARLOTTE, NC – Priya Sircar, a former director of arts for the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, was appointed to be the city’s first arts and culture officer. The appointment was done on Friday, August 27, 2021, and she will start her work on September 12, 2021.
Read full storyWhere to shop unique and customized gifts in Charlotte
CHARLOTTE, NC – Special days are often celebrated by giving gifts to our loved ones. If you are looking for some unique gifts for an upcoming celebration, take a look at these gift stores in Charlotte.
Read full storyHumane Society of Charlotte upcoming project: Restaurant for Rescue
CHARLOTTE, NC – The Humane Society of Charlotte will hold the Restaurant for Rescue or known as R4R on September 14, 2021. This annual project will be followed by many restaurants in the Charlotte area. Some of the participating restaurants are Brazwells Pub, Capishe Real Italian Kitchen, Comet Grill, Piedmont Social House, and Roots Cafe. A list of the other participating partners can be checked on the Humane Society of Charlotte’s website.
Read full storyBecoming volunteer at animal non-profit organizations in Charlotte
CHARLOTTE, NC – Interested in doing social work or perhaps you are an animal lover? Becoming a volunteer at these animal organizations must be a great choice for you. ARC is a non-profit organization that helps save wildlife in the Charlotte area. The non-profit is committed to give professional medical treatment, provide the needs of housing and food for the species, and supervise the process of releasing animals to their natural habits. Some of the animals that have been saved by ARC are squirrels, raccoons, chipmunks, and many more.
Read full storyDon't forget to be kind today!
CHARLOTTE, NC - This pandemic has had a massive impact on our daily lives. People are getting back out into the world and traveling more. It's important to remind yourself of your manners as children and the essential common courtesy when dealing with other people.
Read full storyFour Water Parks near Charlotte for Your Family Vacation
CHARLOTTE, NC - It's time to get out of bed, put on your swimsuits, and head to the water park for a day! Here are the four coolest water parks for families in Charlotte, each with various slides, attractions, and splashy kiddie zones that are better than ever before. You can choose to ride thrill coasters or relax on a lazy river.
Read full storyFour Free Places for You to Beat Your Boredom in Charlotte
CHARLOTTE, NC - Do you have a limited budget? Never be concerned. There are numerous activities in Charlotte that are completely free. We've compiled a list of activities to do in the city that is both free and inexpensive. Everything on this list is under $10, allowing you to concentrate on creating memories rather than worrying about money.
Read full storyFamily fall festival at Lewis Farm
GASTONIA, NC – Lewis Farm will hold this year’s Fall Festival on weekends from September 25 to October 13. The farm itself is family-owned and had been established in 1935.
Read full storyWeekend getaway at Matthews Heritage Museum
MATTHEWS, NC – Take a tour to downtown Matthews and pay a visit to Matthews Heritage Museum. The museum is one of the oldest buildings in Matthews and includes three galleries that can bring you back to the old days.
Read full storyTop 3 beer breweries in Matthews
MATTHEWS, NC – The city has many options for you to enjoy. However, if you want to enjoy your glass of beer straight from the breweries, here are some beer breweries recommendations that you can visit.
Read full storyWhat to do with food waste: Get your compost bucket now!
CHARLOTTE, NC – Have you ever wondered how we could make good use of the food remnants? Well here is what you can do with your food waste. Crowntown Compost is a food waste management service where they take your food waste and turn them into nutritious soil. The service is based on a mission to reduce the amount of waste in landfills. Crowntown Compost work with local compost facilities to gather and process food waste into soil.
Read full storyCity of Charlotte and its official merchandise
CHARLOTTE, NC – The City of Charlotte is collaborating with 704 Shop and launched its official merchandise store known as Crown Store of Charlotte. The official merchandise includes limited edition t-shirts, hats, and some accessories that feature the crown as the city’s official logo.
Read full storyTop 3 breakfast spots in Concord
CONCORD, NC – A good breakfast may play a role in determining the rest of your day. Start your day with some good meals at these breakfast spots in Concord:. Serving from 6 a.m. every day, Breakfast Anytime offers various breakfast menus that include omelets, eggs benedict, sandwiches, and pancakes. If you are looking for a satiating breakfast, you can order Hungry Man’s Platter that consists of a large portion of fries, three eggs, smoked sausage, and toast or biscuit. Breakfast Anytime also offers signature pancakes known as Banana Nut Chocolate Chip Pancakes and Nuts & Berries Pancakes.
Read full storyVintage hunting in Belmont
BELMONT, NC – Visiting an antique shop is like an adventure. You never know what you will discover, and you just need a few simple skills. Here are some antique store recommendations for you to visit while in Belmont:
Read full storyBest public attractions in Kannapolis
KANNAPOLIS, NC – If you’re planning to visit Kannapolis or are already in Kannapolis and looking for some famous attractions to visit, then these three places might go to your option. Here are three famous attractions that you should go to:
Read full storyHow to plan your outdoor wedding at Carrigan Farms
MOORESVILLE, NC - Planning to hold your wedding outdoors? Carrigan Farms offers the solution with its experienced outdoor wedding planners, backed by natural quarry scenery to enhance your once-in-a-lifetime experience. Get started with this simple guide:
Read full storyCarrigan Farms holds swim tests at its quarry
MOORESVILLE, NC - Carrigan Farms holds a swim test for guests ages 12 and older at its 25-foot quarry. Guests who passed the test will be allowed to swim in the quarry without wearing a life-vest.
Read full storyDiscover Your Creative Talents with CMLibrary Start-up Kits
CHARLOTTE, NC- Charlotte Mecklenburg Library offers more than books. The library provides a variety of facilities to explore visitors’ creativity. CMLibrary is more than books. The library strives to keep pace with advanced technology around the world in order to serve the community with various of creative tools that will engage brain activity. Visit CMLibrary and express yourself with the following resources:
Read full storyThe NASCAR Hall Viewing Party is Back in Queen City
CHARLOTTE, NC- NASCAR Hall of Fame is ready to welcome visitors to the race viewing party. The NASCAR Cup Series will be back on the big screen with three upcoming races. The NASCAR Cup Series is back in town. The series will make its debut with Indianapolis Motor Speedway Road Course on Sunday, August 15. The race series for the Big Machine Vodka 400 will be showcased at the High Octane Theater at 1 PM. The series continues with Bristol Motor Speedway on September 18 and Martinsville Speedway on October 31.
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