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Dan Nicholas Park

Amazing Attractions at Dan Nicholas Park, Rowan County

Have you been to Dan Nicholas Park? Located in Salisbury, NC, not far from Charlotte, is a spectacular park full of budget-friendly family fun and things to do. We dropped by to check it out one afternoon and were shocked to find so many fun things.

Windy Hill Orchard & Cidery

Windy Hill Orchard & Cidery: A Sweet Fall Day Trip to York, SC

Looking for a fall family day trip with cider donuts, live music, and a little something for everyone? Windy Hill Orchard and Cidery in York, SC might be just what your crew needs. We visited on a recent Saturday afternoon and had a delicious, music-filled afternoon — even though apple picking was done for the season.

Sunflour Baking Company in Charlotte, NC

Scratch-Made Breakfast & Lunch at Sunflour Baking Company in Charlotte, NC

Are you looking for a great place for breakfast or lunch in Cabarrus County? If you’ve never visited Sunflour Baking Company you are missing out. The flakiest most delicious breakfast pastries, sandwiches, cookies, and cupcakes are waiting for you at one of Sunflour’s four locations near Charlotte, NC and we think you’ll want to pop in and enjoy their delicious offerings. We spent a weekend in Cabarrus County and we so enjoyed our breakfast that we stopped in for lunch the next day.

Back to school hacks

11 Best Back-to-School Hacks Our Readers Swear By

Getting back into the swing of things for a new school year is no joke. It is hard. The early mornings, the bus schedule, the lunch packing, the homework, the extracurricular sports, the chalkboard first day or school photos. It can be overwhelming, which is why we turned to the most knowledgeable group of people we know to ask for tips: our readers.

Outdoor movies in Charlotte, NC

Free Outdoor Movies in Charlotte, NC: This Fall (And Beyond)

When it comes to free family fun, we really love free outdoor movies. Charlotte, NC, sure does have a lot of them! We love that so many of these free movie events include snacks (or opportunities to bring your own) plus even some free kids’ activities and games before the movies start. I mean if you’re going to have free family fun, you might as well have a lot of it, right?

NC Zoo

Explore the NC Zoo: A Family Guide With Visitor Tips

Have you visited the North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro, NC? The NC Zoo is a premier destination for families seeking a memorable wildlife experience. Spanning over 2,600 acres, it holds the distinction of being the largest natural habitat zoo in North America, making it a must-visit attraction for animal lovers of all ages. We visited recently and have lots to share about this fun zoo. Read on for our experience and some Kidding Around tips for visiting the NC Zoo.

Explore Revolutionary War History With a Hike Through the Blackstock Battlefield in Enoree, SC

Have you checked out Blackstock Battlefield in Enoree, SC? One of the benefits of living in South Carolina is the chance to bring history to life by visiting the hundreds of historical sites across the state. We’ve visited Musgrove Mill State Historic Site many times, as it covers all the bases for my kids: Revolutionary War battlefield to explore, Tyger River trail to hike, and Horseshoe Falls to cool down in. But did you know Musgrove Mill manages a second battlefield?

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