Flu Mist or Flu Vaccine?
What you need to know about the flu mist versus a flu shot.
Nov. 2-4: Teen Science Café, a Ghost Walk, Fiesta Fantástica and a Fall Foliage Hike
Learn about the immune system, take a spooky ghost walk, discover Day of the Dead and hike through fall foliage.
12 Ways Charlotte Families Can Celebrate the Holidays
Pack up the cookies and hot chocolate and head out for one — or all 12 — of these merry holiday experiences.
Get to Know: Samantha Busch
Get a glimpse into the life of Samantha Busch, wife of NASCAR driver Kyle Busch and mom to Brexton Busch.
Q&A: Diary of a Wimpy Kid Author Talks N.C. Appearances, New Book
Jeff Kinney signs and interacts with fans in Charlotte and Raleigh in November
Helping Kids, Dogs Live Peacefully, From Birth to Teen Years
Helping kids and canines safely cohabitate
Halloween Night Fun in the Triangle
Venture beyond your neighborhood this Halloween with FREE options in Chapel Hill, Clayton, Durham, Garner, Lillington and Raleigh.
Understanding Individualized Education Plans and 504 Plans
When each plan can be an effective tool for a child’s education
Making the Case for Single-Gender Classrooms
Whether all boy or all girl, single-gender classes allow for different learning styles
Transitional Kindergarten Is a Gift of Time
Pros and cons of taking an extra year before the next big step
A Charlotte Guide to Preschool Philosophies
Know the options to help find the best fit for your family
How to Choose the School for Your Family
Tips for sorting through Charlotte’s public school opportunities
Halloween Safety Tips for Families
Four reminders to stay safe on Halloween.
Plan a Family Getaway to Gatlinburg
From nature to nostalgia, Gatlinburg has a lot to offer families.
Oct. 26-28: Ghostly Gourds, Sir Walter Raleigh, Barktoberfest, Hiking, a Bird Walk and More
Learn about pumpkins and Sir Walter Raleigh in Raleigh, celebrate Halloween with your dog in Durham, hike a trail in Bahama and bird-watch in Morrisville.
Poe Center in Raleigh Opens CookWELL Teaching Kitchen
This unique teaching space focused on nutritious, delicious choices allows people of all ages to learn hands-on cooking and nutrition skills.
Headbands of Hope Hosts 'The Worst Fundraiser Ever'
Mission-driven brand announces its third annual ‘no money’ charity event to benefit critically-ill children and their families through acts of kindness.
Carolina Parent: Celebrating 30 Years of Serving Triangle Parents
What were you doing in 1988? Carolina Parent was born that year, and we're still celebrating!
Is My Child Too Young for a Haunted House?
How to know when its OK to graduate from scare-free fun to haunted happenings.
Covering the Price of Private School
Solutions to financing a private school education
Post-Chalkboard Classrooms in Charlotte
How schools balance technology and set guidelines in a digital world
Enter to Win 4 Tickets to See 'Aladdin and His Winter Wish' Nov. 29
The show runs Nov. 29-Dec. 2 at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium and features family-friendly magic, comedic twists, contemporary music and more.
Oct. 22-25: Field School, Community Days at the Museum, Nature Nerds and a Science Café
Learn about birds and their habitats, enjoy free admission to the Museum of Life and Science if you're a Durham resident, “nerd out” over nature and learn about the world of animal motion.
GoTriangle Youth GoPass Gives Triangle Teens Free Transportation
Students ages 13-18 can use the passes to ride GoTriangle, GoRaleigh, GoCary and GoDurham buses for free.
Haunted Houses and Trails in Charlotte
Prepare for a thrilling weekend or evening scare at one of these haunted houses or trails.
How to Enjoy a Charlotte Checkers Game With Kids
Five things to know before you go to a Charlotte Checkers hockey game with children.
Considering Private School? Tips for Attending an Open House
Read advice from local private school administrators for how to approach private school open houses.
Early Voting for the November Election Began Oct. 17
In addition to choosing members of Congress, state lawmakers, county commissioners, school board members, sheriffs and judges, six proposed amendments to the state constitution will be on the ballot.
Oct. 19-21: SPARKcon, BugFest, a Kid’s Life and More
Enjoy SPARKcon and BugFest, both in downtown Raleigh; try handwriting using old-fashioned tools in Durham; and check out the Creepy Crabtree Celebration in Morrisville.
When Your Child Refuses to do Homework Alone
Ways to ease your child into an independent approach to homework.
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