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		<title>Scoop summer of nostalgia bucket list</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/06/04/nostaglic-summer-bucket-list/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:22:42 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[In the spirit of seasonal nostalgia &#38; slowing down, here’s how to infuse a little novelty into your summer! The scientific case for slow summers]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Scoop Labs Report: It&#8217;s the summer of nostalgia (again)</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/06/04/why-summer-feels-so-nostalgic-research/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 17:04:58 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[I’ve noticed something recently: Nostalgia is everywhere.&#160; What gives: Psychologists say there’s a good reason for the rise of “nostalgia core.” For many of us, reflecting on childhood, time felt slower and doom scrolling wasn’t even an option—a bittersweet contrast to our routine adult realities! Scoop Labs™ results: 80% of Scoop readers say summer inspires [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Scoop Labs Report: Wellness is taking over interior design</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/05/29/trend-report-wellness-is-taking-over-interior-design/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 18:42:59 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The latest home design trend of &#8220;invisible wellness” is something Charlotte designer Marie Cloud has been preaching for years.&#160; Well-designed home gyms, saunas and cold plunges are here to stay but people are looking for wellness to be fully integrated into every aspect of their homes.&#160; “Most clients aren’t asking for ‘wellness features’ by name,” [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Handpicked: Mood House drops 100 exclusive membership + one month free for Scoop readers</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/05/27/mood-house-drops-100-exclusive-membership-one-month-free-for-scoop-readers/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 13:53:55 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Today we’re sharing a handpicked summer deal, exclusively for the Scoop community, from our friends at Mood House. Start your summer reset with the Year of Self-Care Membership at Mood House. They just dropped a batch of 100 (only 73 remaining).  The Year of Self-Care Membership includes: Of note: The Year of Self-Care Membership requires [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Step inside this Charlotte boutique owner&#8217;s personal Elizabeth home</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/05/22/thirty-one-jane-charlotte-nc-elizabeth-home-tour/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 15:11:21 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Eloise Hamilton Reeves&#8217; Elizabeth bungalow is an earnest reflection of her personal style, which you might be acquainted with via her boutique Thirty-One Jane. Quick recap: Eloise and her husband bought the house in 2021.They worked with MK Boykin at Smith Interior Design to slowly make changes over time, as they’ve gotten to know the [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Anne Neilson Home flagship store opens in July</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/05/21/anne-neilson-home-flagship-store-opens-in-july/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 20:04:29 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Artist and gallerist extraordinaire Anne Neilson is opening a flagship home store, right next to her gallery Anne Neilson Fine Art.&#160; What to expect: The eponymous shop, Anne Neilson Home, will be an extension of Anne’s existing arts and lifestyle brand. She already sells things like silk-printed scarves and needlepoint canvases online. Why now: “For [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Blumenthal just released its next Broadway lineup. You’re going to want a subscription.</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/05/21/blumenthal-arts-broadway-charlotte-nc-upcoming-shows/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 19:15:14 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Blumenthal Arts just announced its 2026–27 Broadway season — and it’s stacked with iconic classics and buzzy new productions, plus the regional premier of Oh, Mary! Subscribe today: Seven-show season packages range from $330.90 to $1,014.06, with the option to add Oh, Mary! to create an eight-show package. Pricing is subject to change. Here’s a [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Ask the doctor: ‘Blephs’ are trending. Do I need to get my eyelids done?</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/05/19/upper-bleph-eyelid-lift-plastic-surgery-charlotte-nc/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 14:50:50 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Eyelid lifts aren’t just for seniors anymore. Young people are asking their docs for ‘Blephs’ to treat hooded eyes etc.&#160; If you’ve thought about eyelid surgery, for either aesthetic or functional reasons,  oculoplastic surgeons at CEENTA can help. Here’s what their experts say: What conditions affect the eye area? There are conditions that create visual [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Nesha Pai, Charlotte’s favorite CPA, wants you to build your dream life</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/05/17/nesha-pai-charlottes-favorite-cpa-wants-you-to-build-your-dream-life/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 13:43:08 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[You ever sit down with someone so inspiring you have to hold back from asking 100 questions? That’s how I felt getting lunch with Nesha Pai this week. Our conversation ping-ponged from building a business to AI to scarcity mindset, and I drank up every single second. Without further ado, here’s a look at my [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Intimacy poll reveals 1x/wk is typical; everything is normal</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/05/10/how-often-couples-have-sex-poll-results/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 12:57:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Scoop Labs (™) recently conducted a short one-question survey with a simple question: The big why: Most of us are too embarrassed or shy to talk about it, but intimacy matters. And every now and then, we’re going to approach taboo topics in a digestible/anonymous way. Results: The overwhelming majority of people in our community [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Scoop Charlotte&#8217;s guide to the Truist Championship at Quail Hollow</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/05/06/scoop-charlottes-guide-to-the-truist-championship-quail-hollow/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 18:54:23 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[It’s Truist Championship week. I walked the Quail Hollow greens earlier this week to scout the local food, drink and merch options. Here’s what to know if you go.  Food and bev: Provisions are scattered all throughout the course, but there are few stops with a delightful selection of local options. South End Fan Zone [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>The rise of boutique hotel amenities at home</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/05/04/boutique-hotel-amenities-at-home-design-trends/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 22:41:48 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[In the world of interiors, there’s been a marked shift in how we use our homes. We’re calling the shots now—not tradition. “I love the shift because it reflects a deeper desire to truly use every inch of the home,” Cheryl Luckett, Principal Designer of Dwell by Cheryl, tells Scoop. In some ways, COVID showed [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Is everyone in Charlotte on Ozempic?</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/04/30/glps1-ozempic-use-charlotte-nc/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:47:56 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Get a group of health-conscious friends together, and there’s a good chance GLP-1s come up.&#160; And even when these drugs aren’t dominating conversation, the effects of widespread GLP-1 use are quietly rippling through just about every industry you can think of.&#160; The survey says… A recent Scoop poll (with 186 responses) reveals 1 in 4 [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>5 best patios for happy hour in Charlotte</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/04/29/5-best-patios-for-happy-hour-in-charlotte/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:35:40 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[When patio weather strikes, you need a plan. Here are five spots to consider for your next al fresco happy hour. The Artisan’s Palate&#160; This woman-owned wine bar &#38; restaurant opened during COVID, so I feel like it never quite got the shine it deserves. It’s cute for date night or a group get together.&#160; [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Celebrating Women’s Health Month: A Moment to Honor the Women Who Care for Everyone Else</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/04/27/womens-health-self-care-ideas/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:33:25 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[May is Women’s Health Month — a time dedicated to prioritizing the wellbeing ofwomen at every age and stage of life. It also brings us Mother’s Day, a moment whenwe celebrate the women who nurture, lead, support, and hold families and communitiestogether. It’s the perfect reminder that caring for others starts with caring for yourself. [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Parenting Diaries: A flexible career &#038; a hefty berry fund are the luxuries to budget for</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/04/24/parenting-childcare-insights-charlotte-nc/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 01:09:41 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parent Diaries is a monthly series showcasing how real people in Charlotte approach building their families &#38; parenting. Participate.&#160; Describe your family structure. Married. Three kids. Two dogs. One stray cat who lives on our porch. Constant motion. How old are your kids? Seven, five, and one. How much do you spend on childcare? Childcare [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Founder Diaries: Toska Husted shares valuable lessons on business &#038; skincare</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/04/19/toska-spa-facial-bar-charlotte-nc/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:02:41 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The best part of this job is learning from the women who shape Charlotte, and this installment of Founder Diaries is no exception. I had the chance to catch up with Toska Husted, who recently regained full control of her eponymous skin spa.&#160; Turns out, there are no shortcuts to glowing skin or running a [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>What to wear to the Truist Championship golf tournament, according to a personal stylist</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/04/14/what-to-wear-golf-tournament-charlotte-nc-southpark-mall/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 21:29:15 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Truist Championship, one of the most social weekends of the year in Charlotte, is almost here. Now’s the time to plan your outfit (or outfits!) so you can head into the tournament prepped and relaxed.&#160; What to consider: People undeniably dress for this event, but the ideal tournament look balances personal style with practicality.&#160; [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Home Tour: This Figure Eight home shows the power and serenity of restraint</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/03/27/figure-eight-beach-house-barrie-benson-designer/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:39:42 +0000</pubDate>
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		<title>Dress for the Occasion: How Whitley Adkins uses tension to make her daily looks dazzle</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/03/26/spring-charlotte-nc-fashion-inspiration-whitley-adkins-stylist-expert/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 19:36:59 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dress for the Occasion is a series where I ask stylish Charlotteans how to get dressed, based on the occasion.  This week, I talked to personal stylist Whitley Adkins.  Prompt: Elevated every day for the busy mom. She’s dashing from drop-off to board meetings to errands, so her outfit needs to work all day and [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Longtime Charlotte restaurant owners dish on legacy, new menu</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/03/25/napa-on-providence-new-menu-founder-story-charlotte-nc/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:39:59 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Jeff and Paula Conway, who’ve been married for 48 years and work together every day, know a thing or two about how to keep a good thing humming. They started out as CPAs from Oklahoma State. Opening a restaurant was never in their five-year plan—or any-year plan.&#160; But somehow, 20 years ago, they found their [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Charlotte homebuyers are picky—here’s how to win them over &#038; get the offer</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/03/23/charlotte-home-listing-tips-spring-market-helen-adams/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 20:56:48 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Real Estate]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Charlotte’s spring real estate market is poised to be more balanced than recent years, according to the real estate pros at Helen Adams Realty.&#160; “Real estate continues to be a significant investment in Charlotte, particularly in locations that are still growing, and of course, in established areas that traditionally appreciate,” Ellen Kelly says. Buyers have [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>AM Routine: Wake up like the founder of Dew Lily, a kid-safe skincare line</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/03/20/kid-safe-skincare-routine-dew-lily/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 01:12:22 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Beauty]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Jen Quinn is the founder of Dew Lily, a brand new Charlotte-based skincare brand for kids. A mom of two girls, she noticed the growing “Sephora kids” trend.&#160; Here’s how a skincare and wellness-loving founder starts her day! What time do you wake up? Alarm or no alarm? I’m usually up around 6:45 a.m. My [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>The best bedding, renter-friendly upgrades &#038; more design tips from Nate Berkus</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/03/20/hotel-bedding-renter-design-tips-nate-berku/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 20:04:30 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Interiors]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/?p=382810</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Celebrity designer Nate Berkus is coming to Charlotte this spring for The Mint Museum Auxiliary’s Spring Symposium. Here’s what we can learn from this design hero. People are buying homes much later in life these days. What are your top tipsfor renters? One of the biggest misconceptions about renting is that it has to feel [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Opening Soon: Moxie, a creative clubhouse for women</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/03/20/opening-soon-moxie-creative-clubhouse-for-women-charlotte-nc/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 19:25:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/?p=382803</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Imagine a place where you can work in solitude for a couple of hours, meet a friend for coffee or lunch, pop into pilates, and grab an easy dinner on the way out—dream day! What it is: Think of Moxie as a creative clubhouse, designed for women in all stages of life— professionals, entrepreneurs, those [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Allergy season is here. But you don&#8217;t have to suffer!</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/03/18/allergies-spring-charlotte-nc/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 16:33:28 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Health+Wellness]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/?p=382795</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Spring is magical in Charlotte, despite being on the heels of fly season and prime allergy season. Those cool morning walks are great; the stuffy nose and itchy throat… not so much.&#160; Thankfully our friends at Novant Health are a wealth of knowledge! Here are some common questions, and expert answers, to help you navigate [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Lasers are the future of skincare. Here’s what to know before your next treatment.</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/03/18/laser-skincare-treatment-professional-charlotte-nc/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 16:23:02 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Beauty]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/?p=382787</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Lasers have been used in medicine for the past several decades but procedures have advanced greatly in the last 20 years—for both aesthetic and functional concerns.&#160; We chatted with CEENTA facial plastic surgery specialist Dr. Neela Rao all about lasers and their place in your skincare routine. Is there a difference between getting these services [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Parenting Diaries: Young family talks financially planning for 5 kids</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/03/13/family-planning-charlotte-nc/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 19:45:23 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/?p=382781</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Parent Diaries is a new series showcasing how real people in Charlotte approach building their families &#38; parenting. Participate.&#160; Describe your family structure. Married with a 1-year-old and one dog. How much do you spend on childcare? We’re currently paying about $1,900 per month for daycare, and we also have an incredible part-time nanny who [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Founder Diaries: Scoop founder talks building and selling media in Charlotte</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/03/08/scoop-charlotte-founder-sells-2026/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 13:25:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/?p=382770</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Susu Bear launched Scoop Charlotte in 2009, after a decade of being a stay-at-home mom. She sold the company in January 2026. Here’s what we can learn from Susu. What were you doing pre-Scoop? How did the skillset serve you with Scoop? Before being a SAHM, I worked 15+ years in retail consumer marketing &#38; [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>6 Broadway shows coming to Charlotte this spring</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/03/05/blumenthal-broadway-shows-charlotte-nc-spring-2026/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 19:52:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/?p=382739</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Blumenthal Arts is bringing a number of Broadway shows to Charlotte this spring. So, save the date and grab your tickets for this curated selection of award-winning shows coming to Uptown. March 10-15: SUFFS Direct from Broadway, this is the first national tour of SUFFS, the acclaimed Tony Award®-winning musical about the storied women behind [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>See inside a thoughtfully curated selection of private homes March 27-29</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/02/27/charlotte-nc-home-tour-crawl-symphony-guild-2026/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 21:14:24 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/?p=382708</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Thanks to The Symphony Guild of Charlotte, you can step inside six stunning private homes March 27-29. What it is: This 9th annual fundraiser offers exclusive access to private homes, brought to life by talented interior designers, builders and architects.&#160; What to expect: Inspiring interiors and gardens, and delightful surprises like live music performed by [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Founder Diaries: How Ariene Bethea balances growth and alignment in her design business</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/02/26/dressing-rooms-interiors-slate-charlotte-nc-founder/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 22:18:13 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Interiors]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/?p=382690</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[I met Ariene Bethea in 2020, back when she was running her brick-and-mortar shop Dressing Rooms Interiors.&#160; Recently I checked in with Ariene, and, as expected, she shared so many inspiring words of wisdom. Here’s a look at how her love for home and intuitive nature have helped her build a storied business. Tell me [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Experience Charlotte’s buzzing culinary scene in a deeper way with Savor Charlotte</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/02/24/savor-charlotte-2026-food-festival/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:05:31 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Food+Drink]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/?p=382682</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Savor Charlotte is back March 11-28, giving foodies exclusive opportunities to interact directly with Charlotte’s leading culinary tastemakers. What it is: Savor Charlotte is an annual one-of-a-kind deep dive into the Queen City’s buzzy food scene. Savor Charlotte is not your typical week-long restaurant event. This three-week experience centers our culinary community, allowing them to [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>AM Routine: Start your day like a top doctor</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/02/23/am-routine-start-your-day-like-a-top-doctor/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 14:53:40 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Health+Wellness]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/?p=382673</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Your morning routine sets the tone for your day, so I love studying the habits of successful people. Alarm or no alarm? How do you wake up every day? Watch alarm, but I usually wake up before it goes off. How long do you wait to pick up your phone? Immediately on the way to [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Consumption is out. Collecting and editing are in.</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/02/21/consumption-is-out-collecting-and-editing-are-in/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 13:38:10 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/?p=382653</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Around the holidays, this New York Times essay called “Why Is Shopping an Abyss of Blah?”, made its rounds. And I haven’t stopped thinking about it.&#160; The lines that grabbed me: &#160;“In a world of abundant choice but imprisoning algorithms… Our senses are flattened, our appetites dulled.” The point: “Taste is the fizz that’s missing. [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Live out your Mamma Mia fantasy Feb 27 &#038; 28</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/02/20/abba-tribute-concert-charlotte-nc/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 21:58:27 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Grab your favorite dancing queens—the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra is hosting “The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA.” Guest artists will join the Orchestra to perform the iconic pop songs of ABBA. They’ll be playing all of your favorites, including &#8220;Dancing Queen,&#8221; &#8220;Mamma Mia,&#8221; &#8220;Waterloo,&#8221; &#8220;S.O.S.,&#8221; &#8220;Take a Chance on Me,&#8221; and more.&#160; &#8220;The Concert&#8221; tribute band [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Get ready to shake, Myers Park. QC Lagree is now open</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/02/20/qc-lagree-classes-myers-park-charlotte-nc/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 13:30:15 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/?p=382632</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Christina Langrall was feeling burnt out from her 20-year commercial real estate career. So, she made the jump and opened QC Lagree Training &#38; Wellness, a new fitness studio right on Selwyn.&#160; Tell me why you started QC Lagree?  I first discovered the Lagree method at HSM Core a little over ten years ago, and [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>How to start your art collection in Charlotte</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/02/20/local-affordable-art-charlotte-nc/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 13:23:39 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Interiors]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[affordable art]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/?p=382640</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[If you crave original art but don’t know how to find it, head to Art House Charlotte. It’s where owner Judith Weston Zehmke sells affordable artwork from her SouthPark area home. How it started: Like all of the best businesses, Judith started Art House 16 years ago because she saw a gap in the market. [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>AM Routines: EDIT Sale founders dish on daily habits</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/02/14/edit-sale-founders-morning-routine/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 02:15:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/?p=382599</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[The semi-annual EDIT Sale is just weeks away, which means founders Stephanie Bissell, Shelly Landau and Jennifer Shelton are deep in prep mode. The accidental entrepreneurs didn’t mean to start a business, but they did. A decade in, and the semi-annual EDIT Sale is one of Charlotte’s tentpole shopping events.  Here’s how the EDIT girls [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>This new designer consignment boutique is changing the way Charlotte gets dressed</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/02/06/designer-consignment-charlotte-nc/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 23:08:45 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[If you don’t know Maria Lumb yet, she’s about to become your favorite person. She’s the owner of Eternal, a new upscale consignment shop off Kings Drive. Backstory: She’s worked in fashion for over a decade at companies like The Real Real, Frame, Isabel Marant and Miu Miu. Not anymore! Maria created Eternal to fix [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Last-minute Charlotte Valentine&#8217;s Day gift ideas</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/02/06/last-minute-charlotte-valentines-day-gift-ideas/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 17:50:06 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Still need to procure a present for your Valentine? We have some ideas. 💖 For the reader in your life,pick out a book or two from Trope Bookshop. Nothing is more romantic than caring about your partner’s interests. 💖 For the person who’s always doing all the things, give them the gift of slowing down [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>This $200 salmon DNA treatment is microneedling gold</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/02/05/microneedling-results-charlotte-nc/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 14:46:41 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[That’s right, Salmon DNA is Toccare’s newest secret weapon. It’s available as an add-on to their signature microneedling treatment. I have incredibly sensitive skin, so I thought this could be my chance to try one of their more advanced treatments—call it investigative journalism!&#160; My typical skin: My skin is mostly clear, prone to redness, and [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>I just found your next date night</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/02/05/in-pour-taste-blume-studios-charlotte-nc/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 14:43:58 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tickets for In Pour Taste, a wine tasting comedy show, are available now through Feb. 15 (hello, Valentine’s Day). At In Pour Taste, you get to try five wines, starting with light bubbles, ending on a full-bodied red. All throughout the show, comedians Sweeney Preston and Ethan Cavanagh do a ton of playful crowdwork. A [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Founder Diaries: Charlotte fashion designer Daniel Gonzalez dishes on scaling sustainably</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/02/03/daniel-gonzalez-designs-founder-story-charlotte-nc/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 23:08:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Daniel Gonzalez started taking fashion risks in middle school, and people noticed—good and bad. Some people, especially a young kid, might find that tension confusing, but it’s where Gonzalez found clarity.&#160; That strong sense of self is crucial to his clothing design business today. Gonzalez won’t call himself a visionary, but I will, and I’m [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Home Tour: This Blue Ridge Mountain home is &#8216;granny chic&#8217; done right</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/02/03/granny-chic-blue-ridge-mountain-home-charlotte-lucas/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 23:01:48 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[When Allison Welch purchased her Blue Ridge Mountain home, she wanted it to be her family’s happy place. So, when it was time to renovate, she tapped her best friend and interior designer Charlotte Lucas for the job.  The house was built in the 1970s, and this was a complete renovation. The goal was to [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Foodies, the wait is over. DŌZO is now open in Dilworth.</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/01/31/dozo-japanese-american-restaurant-dilworth-charlotte-nc/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 17:03:45 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The intimate 12-seat Japanese-American restaurant opened in the former Fern’s space along East Boulevard.&#160; Perry Saito and John Gamble, who also created Katsu Kart, closed their original DŌZO location in Wesley Heights last year to reopen a larger Dilworth space. Here’s what to know before you go. What to order (from the dinner menu):&#160; Who [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Vicky Mitchener lists $18.25M waterfront estate in Palmetto Bluff</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/01/31/montage-palmetto-bluff-20-million-home-for-sale-dickens-mitchener/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 16:47:17 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Vicky Mitchener has recently listed Heron Hall, a 10-acre waterfront estate within the Montage Palmetto Bluff resort community, for $18.25 million. Michener, whose firm closed over $917 million in real estate last year, is no stranger to remarkable properties. But this coastal retreat is in a league of its own, designed for multi-generational living.&#160;&#160; “Heron [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Pantone lied—2026 is a whole mood</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/01/30/trending-interior-design-paint-colors-charlotte-2026/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Brianna Crane]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 01:06:35 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Charlotte’s top designers have spoken. This is the year of deep color, richer layers and pops of the unexpected.  Earlier this year, Pantone released its annual color of the year. And the selection—Cloud Dancer— missed the mark for many. I spend a lot of time studying interiors, and to me, it just felt untrue? So [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Year by Year. Guiding Your High School Student Without Losing Your Mind (or Theirs)</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/01/12/year-by-year-guiding-your-high-school-student-without-losing-your-mind-or-theirs/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Susu]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 17:40:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[A Year-by-Year Guide to Supporting Independence and Sanity Through High School and College Applications Contributed by Garrett Educational Consulting If you&#8217;re reading this, you probably care deeply about your child&#8217;s future. You want them to have opportunities, to thrive, to be happy and successful. And somewhere along the way, the path to all of that [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Big Dinner, Outdoor Party, Family Friendly, or Professional Meet Up. Here are Great Places in Charlotte to Host an Event</title>
		<link>https://www.scoopcharlotte.com/2026/01/08/dinner-party-family-professional-meet-up-here-are-great-places-in-charlotte-to-host-an-event/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Alex Maloney]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 01:39:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[If you&#8217;re planning to host an event at any point in 2026, you&#8217;re likely already thinking about one crucial detail — where will it be? The answer depends on how many people will attend, the type of event, the time of year and hundred other things, making finding a venue that checks all your boxes [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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