by Leigh Brown | Jun 30, 2014
First Presbyterian Church purchased what is known as Memorial Garden in 1804 for construction of its first sanctuary. The original building built in 1810, on the highest point of the property, was a 12-sided log structure. The second church building, erected of brick...
by Leigh Brown | Jun 23, 2014
The Harrisburg July 4th Celebration will be in its 17th year in 2014. This community event hosted by the Town of Harrisburg and organized by the Town’s Parks and Recreation Department, is a family friendly event held annually during the July 4th weekend at Harrisburg...
by Leigh Brown | Jun 15, 2014
Whether you are cyclist, runner or walker, you probably know about the Booty Loop, a 2.8-mile loop in Myers Park. It is easily the most popular route in town. This beautiful route circles the wealthy Myers Park neighborhood near Queens College. Start at the parking...
by Leigh Brown | Jun 9, 2014
Since 1962, Price’s Chicken Coop has built a diehard following of locals thanks to one thing – juicy, crispy fried chicken that has been marinated in a secret blend for over a day. Located in Charlotte’s trendy up & coming South End neighborhood, Price’s Chicken...
by Leigh Brown | Jun 3, 2014
Head out to the intersection of Morehead Street and Freedom Drive, look for the 1966 VW Beetle on the roof of a building and you’ll have found Pinky’s Westside Grill. Opened in November 2010, Pinky’s has quickly made a name for itself in the Charlotte community....
by Leigh Brown | May 27, 2014
The Taste of Charlotte festival began in 1999 with 23 local restaurants. Throughout the years, the event has grown along with the festival attendance. In 2000, the festival moved to the heart of Uptown Charlotte on Tryon Street from Martin Luther King Jr Blvd to 6th...
