If you're willing to drive just a little bit to the west, to Belmont, you'll find a beautiful hike with varied terrain, including mature hardwood … [Read more...] about Beautiful hike along Lake Wylie at Seven Oaks Nature Preserve (photo guide)
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Spring Equinox Celebration at Reedy Creek Nature Center
Celebrate Spring Equinox with an evening of nature immersion at Reedy Creek Nature Center, 2986 Rocky River Road, Charlotte, North Carolina. This … [Read more...] about Spring Equinox Celebration at Reedy Creek Nature Center
How to file your taxes for free — including with Direct File, new to North Carolina
2026 update: Please note that the Trump administration ended the Direct File program. Some of the other options below might still be available. If … [Read more...] about How to file your taxes for free — including with Direct File, new to North Carolina
Free Advance Screening of Better Man Jan. 8 (registration required)
Better Man is being released in theaters on January 10, 2025, but you have a chance to enjoy a FREE advance screening on January 8. The advance … [Read more...] about Free Advance Screening of Better Man Jan. 8 (registration required)
Carolina Raptor Center: Photos with Santa and Owl Santa Dec. 7
On Sunday, December 7, 2024, you'll get the chance to take a picture with not just one Santa, but two Santas, at Carolina Raptor Center, 6000 Sample … [Read more...] about Carolina Raptor Center: Photos with Santa and Owl Santa Dec. 7
Holiday Pop-Up Market at Brixham Park Dec. 4 (Santa will be there!)
Enjoy a festive holiday market at Brixham Park, 15810 Brixham Hill Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina, on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, from 11 a.m. to … [Read more...] about Holiday Pop-Up Market at Brixham Park Dec. 4 (Santa will be there!)
MapleWalk Garden in Charlotte is in full fall colors — and free to visit
MapleWalk Garden, at 4255 Kingswood Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, is privately owned but open to the public. Visit during daylight hours, seven … [Read more...] about MapleWalk Garden in Charlotte is in full fall colors — and free to visit
Small Business Saturday with Makers Market CLT in Huntersville, including pictures with Santa
Celebrate Small Business Saturday on Saturday, November 30, 2024, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Veterans Park, 100 S. Main Street, Huntersville, North … [Read more...] about Small Business Saturday with Makers Market CLT in Huntersville, including pictures with Santa
Moo & Boo Halloween Ball at Moo & Brew Plaza Midwood
Moo & Brew, at 1300 Central Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting Moo & Boo Halloween Ball on Thursday, October 31, 2024, from 6 to 11 … [Read more...] about Moo & Boo Halloween Ball at Moo & Brew Plaza Midwood
Register to vote by October 11 (although you can register to vote during early voting too)
As we prepare for the November, 2024, election, you might have questions about registering to vote, voter ID, or absentee (mail-in) ballots. Read on … [Read more...] about Register to vote by October 11 (although you can register to vote during early voting too)






