If there are animal lovers in your family, you're in luck, because there are many places in the Charlotte area where you can visit animals of all … [Read more...] about Animal encounters: where to visit alpacas, bison, camels, tigers, miniature horses and more
Perhaps you've heard of the astronomical event that scientists are calling the great conjunction and that some people are calling the Christmas Star. … [Read more...] about How to view the great conjunction — the meeting of Jupiter and Saturn December (some are calling it the “Christmas Star”)
Enjoy the cooler temperatures and holiday cheer in December. You'll find craft markets, holiday celebrations, Santa visits, and more. Plan December … [Read more...] about December in Charlotte — the top things to do
A note of thanks goes along way! While there are many ways to show you care, sending a greeting card is one of the best ways to let someone special … [Read more...] about Get totally free 3-pack of greeting cards from Hallmark
The Red Cross is holding a blood drive on Sunday, September 6th, 2020, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Hilton Garden Inn, 9315 Statesville Road, … [Read more...] about Donate blood, get Renaissance Festival tickets for 2021 and a free haircut
Have you been thinking about a Sam’s Club membership? Here’s a great way to try it out and check the fit. For a limited time, Groupon is offering … [Read more...] about Discount: 50% off a new Sam’s Club membership, plus free gift card and more
Stonehenge, near Salisbury, England, is probably the world's most recognizable prehistoric monument. The earliest structures are pits that appear to … [Read more...] about Stonehenge will livestream summer solstice sunset and sunrise for the first time
Every year in late May or early June, synchronous fireflies (scientific name: Photinus carolinus) put on a show in the Great Smoky Mountains, most … [Read more...] about Watch Synchronous Fireflies from Great Smoky Mountains — from home
On 5 p.m. on Friday, May 22nd, breweries in North Carolina were permitted to re-open. Many have been offering curbside pickup and delivery the last … [Read more...] about A-Z list of Charlotte breweries — which have re-opened, which are re-opening soon
We need to protect vulnerable people in our community, especially seniors. To make grocery shopping safer, some stores have started setting aside an … [Read more...] about Updated: Senior shopping hours at grocery stores
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