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Free & Low-Cost Fall and Winter Family Activities in Charlotte, NC
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Cozy Winter Drinks in Charlotte
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Where to Give, Get, and Volunteer for Thanksgiving in Charlotte
With the end of extended SNAP benefits, many Charlotte-area families are feeling the strain of putting foo…
10 Canāt-Miss November Events & Holidays for Families
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Donāt Just Change the Clock: 8 Fall Back Hacks (Plus We've Got Jokes!)
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Matthews Playhouse 7th Annual Haunted Trail
Matthews Playhouse will host its 7th Annual Haunted Trail from October 24-26, 2025, behind the Matthews C…
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October 25: Make a Difference Day! Volunteer with Kids in the CLT Area
Teaching our children empathy and connection to the community is a goal we all share as parents. One way…
MacaroniKID's 2025 Pumpkin Patch, Spooky Trail & Corn Maze Guide
Other than cooler temps, which are definitely coming, I can't think of anything that screams fall mor…
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