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What are Those Blue Rocking Chairs Across the Queen City?

What are Those Blue Rocking Chairs Across the Queen City? The City of Charlotte’s Placemaking Program is making a mark on the city with an unusual but, delightful display to celebrate Charlotte’s 250 years. The newly-formed organization dropped 100 rocking chairs across the city today, to celebrate Charlotte’s 250th anniversary and to invite residents to collaborate in placemaking efforts. #RockWithCLT Sit and relax a bit in the new chairs and share ideas as to how to transform under-utilized public spaces into vibrant, useful places for all. The program’s mission is to … Continue reading...

Charlotte Restaurants Open Thanksgiving Day, 2018

If cooking on Thanksgiving Day isn’t your thing, here’s a list of Charlotte area restaurants open on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 22nd, 2018. Many of these restaurants will be operating with a special holiday meal and will book-up early, so make sure you make reservations as soon as possible. And, if you don’t feel up to dining out, some of the restaurants on this list provide take-out. Here are just a few of the restaurants that have already announced that they’ll be open on Thanksgiving Day. 5Church: The American restaurant is serving a three-course Thanksgiving dinner for $45 for … Continue reading...

Restaurant Review – Nana’s Soul Food Kitchen

Restaurant Review - Nana's Soul Food Kitchen Dear friends arrived in Charlotte this evening and after checking into their hotel near the west side of Charlotte, my husband and I suggested meeting at Nana's Soul Food Kitchen. The restaurant is known for their delicious fired catfish and chicken and their collard greens but, we've never heard a negative thing about the place or any of the dishes served. The four of us had a variety of dishes and no one had one single complaint - in fact, it's some of the best food you'll eat! The ambiance was much like a cafeteria/diner - very casual and the … Continue reading...

Hurricane Preparedness – Is Florence Going to Show Her Face in Charlotte? Another Hugo Perhaps?

Is Florence Going to Show Her Face in Charlotte? Another Hugo Perhaps? September 22, 1989 - Hurricane Hugo, the storm by which all other storms are measured here in Charlotte. Being 150 miles inland, we never thought it possible to be faced with the level of destruction we experienced, nor the costs of $9-Billion to clean-up and repair/replace. During the disaster, Charlotte reported sustained winds of 69 mph and gusts up to 99 mph, causing tremendous destruction to a region that virtually never sees such impacts from a tropical system, especially a hurricane. Some were without power for more … Continue reading...

Red, White & Panther Blue – Giving with Heart

Red, White & Panther Blue - Giving with Heart Imagine a school with colors of red & white becoming a sea of Panther Blue during the first pep rally of the year! Well, that’s exactly what happened when Thomasboro Academy was paid a visit by Sir Pur and the Carolina Panthers’ new owner, David Tepper. “Just like our football players need equipment, you guys need equipment,” said Tepper. “We want to support you. So we brought backpacks filled with classroom supplies for all of you.” The donation is part of a larger campaign organized by Tepper’s foundation and Classroom Central. In all, … Continue reading...

Charlotte Airport Overlook: One of the Nation’s Best Airport Views

Charlotte Airport Overlook: One of the Nation's Best Airport Views The Charlotte Douglas International Airport Overlook is everything you could want in an airport overlook…and then some! Most longtime Charlotteans know about this spot but, it's a surprise to newcomers to our area. Most airports won't encourage actively watching planes and flight patterns and very few actually have an area do it. Yes, one of the nations best overlook areas can be found right here in Charlotte. The view from this area is totally unobstructed - you feel like you could reach up and touch the belly of the planes … Continue reading...

Scooter Sharing in Charlotte

Scooter Sharing in Charlotte First, it was dock-less rental bikes. Now, it's motorized two-wheeled scooters from Bird, Lime and Spin. They're appearing under a pilot program that's running parallel to the dock-less bike trial that is already underway and has been a bit hit for in-town Charlotte residents thus far. Showing property in Uptown this week, I found them all over the place! Most were in use and most were following the safety (with the exception of using helmets) and parking guidelines. This is a new and exciting 'spin' on Charlotte transportation - just another jewel in the Queen … Continue reading...

Queen’s Feast Charlotte – SUMMER 2018 – July 20-29

Charlotte Restaurant Week | The Queen's Feast

Queen's Feast Charlotte - SUMMER 2018 - July 20-29 In this summer season of the best culinary experience in all of Charlotte Metro, 125 restaurants will be participating in Charlotte Restaurant Week® | Queen’s Feast Charlotte. We know you’re going to want to try at least one of them! It’s difficult to limit yourself to one evening out when there is just so much from which to choose! Now is the time to experience some new as well as your 'old' favorite restaurants while you enjoy a divine dining experience at an incredibly reasonable price. For only $30 - $35, bring a friend, … Continue reading...

Charlotte Restaurant Week® (Queen’s Feast) JULY 20-29, 2018 – Participating SouthPark Restaurants

Charlotte Restaurant Week® (Queen’s Feast) JULY 20-29, 2018 - Participating SouthPark Restaurants Experience some of the best food the metro Charlotte area offers during Queen's Feast: Charlotte Restaurant Week® Dine at some of Charlotte's premier restaurants and enjoy 3 course meals for only $30 - $35 per person! You’ll enjoy delectables at over 125 of Charlotte's finest restaurants. Cuisine includes the freshest of sushi to the juiciest of steaks at an unbelievable price! During Charlotte Restaurant Week, over 125 restaurants participating in the Queen’s Feast (Charlotte Restaurant Week®) … Continue reading...

WANTED: Charlotte Homes to Sell NOW in 2018!

Attention Charlotte Homeowners! WANTED: Charlotte Homes to Sell NOW in 2018! Thinking of Selling Your Charlotte Home in the Coming Months? Why not consider listing your home NOW? We’ve got buyers but, unfortunately our inventory is so incredibly low right now, there is little from which our buyers can choose. We are seriously in need of homes for sale in the Charlotte area! WANTED: Charlotte Homes to Sell NOW! For those searching for ‘all’ homes for sale in the Charlotte (proper) market, you may not believe that our inventory is this low but, it is! 2,543 homes (single family, … Continue reading...