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Bittersweet Back To School

Caroline Adams — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 10:55:16 +0000

It suddenly hit me when I opened the mail just a couple of days ago. I knew it was coming, but the official letter from the preschool along with the class roster, teacher’s name/contact info and supplies list made it all too real. It’s happening….in a matter of weeks.

This back to school season [...]

Inspire! Ballantyne Arts Festival

Caroline Adams — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 19:39:40 +0000

Ballantyne, NC – CHARLOTTE, NC. The Morrison Family YMCA in Ballantyne will host Inspire! Ballantyne, an art and culinary festival highlighting area artists, performers and restaurants, Saturday, October 23rd through Sunday, October 24th.

This is the 3rd year for this annual event. The YMCA hopes to make this festival a South Charlotte tradition that [...]

Events at Civic & Cultural Arts Center in Pineville

Caroline Adams — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 04:26:13 +0000

Ballantyne, NC – Want to flex your creative muscles? Then check out these fun opportunities at the Civic & Cultural Arts Center in Pineville!

Oil Painting Class, Mondays-Thursdays 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

The CCAC offers a creative atmosphere for both the novice and the professional to enjoy and prosper. Friendly, nurturing, and [...]

CMS Board Approves Guiding Principles

Caroline Adams — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 10:18:32 +0000

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Aug. 10, 2010 – The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education adopted guiding principles at its Aug. 10 meeting. The principles were created and revised during the first phase of a comprehensive district review that began in June. Board members held work sessions and public forums to get input from the [...]

Celebrate McDowell Nature Center’s 25th Anniversery

Caroline Adams — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 14:01:05 +0000

Charlotte, NC—The McDowell Nature Center will celebrate its 25th anniversary on July 17, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., with several fun activities for the entire family. A vine cutting by dignitaries will kick off the day, which features hikes, hayrides, live animals – including birds of prey from the Carolina Raptor Center [...]

New Feature On the Scoop Network | Community Voices Blogs

ssherron — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 23:13:51 +0000

Community Voices

I’m pleased to announce a new feature here on the Ballantyne Scoop and our entire Scoop Network. “Community Voices” blogs run by those in our community. The Scoop Network supports our local communities and we are giving individuals, officials, organizations and business an opportunity to join our network and let your voice [...]