How to make Slime
CHARLOTTE, NC - Last week, my children decided that they wanted to make slime. My first thought was to say no because I didn’t...
Family-Friendly Hikes Near Charlotte
CHARLOTTE, NC - Trying to find a fun outing for the kids this summer amid COVID-19 restrictions has been challenging, to say the least....
6 Book Series about History for Kids
Lots of parents read to their kids when they’re little, but did you know that big kids need to be read to as well?...
Summer Learning Resources for Kids
With COVID-19 school closures, summer learning is even more important this year than ever before. There are many fantastic online resources that can help...
Summer Reading BINGO challenge
Summertime is here! Many schools are already out for summer break and others are finishing up the last few days of the school year.
Although...
Stuck at Home? Grow a Garden!
CHARLOTTE, NC - Gardening is one of my favorite spring activities. Every year, I look forward to planting tiny seedlings and watching as they...
9 Free Online Educational Resources for Kids
Due to the coronavirus outbreak, schools are closed and children will continue learning from home for the remainder of the school year. Although schools...
Creative Projects For Kids To Do At Home
South Charlotte, NC - During our “stay-at-home” time right now, sometimes life with kids feels a little bit crazy. (Is it just me or...
Parenting amid COVID-19
As I write this, we are in our second week under a statewide Stay at Home Order. My family has been home much longer...
31 Boredom Busters for Kids
In the past few weeks, life has drastically changed for many families in our country, including mine. Just two weeks ago, my family’s calendar...
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Summer Fun With Kids — Without Breaking The Bank!
MINT HILL, NC - Temperatures are warming up, and we’re counting down the days until school’s out for summer! Here are some great tips...
Waxhaw Board Of Commissioners May 9 Regular Meeting Outcomes
On Tuesday, May 9, 2023, the Board of Commissioners conducted a regularly scheduled business meeting.
The regular meeting began with recognition of Lieutenant Dex Wilson’s...
Waxhaw Works Together: Empowering Community Engagement for a Stronger Waxhaw
WAXHAW, NC - The Town of Waxhaw is thrilled to announce the launch of a new community engagement campaign called "Waxhaw Works Together." This...
The Town of Waxhaw Prepares for Kaleidoscope Fest Happening on Saturday, May 13
Waxhaw, NC – The Town of Waxhaw is preparing for large crowds in Downtown Waxhaw this Saturday, May 13, for the annual Kaleidoscope Festival.
The...
Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center Celebrates National Nurses Week
MINT HILL, NC - Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center is excited to celebrate National Nurses Week from Saturday, May 6, through Friday, May...
