great homes in charlotte: Cole Creek Neighborhood Open House In Fort Mill: Sunday, May 17
- 05/13/26 01:53 PM
Here’s your opportunity to tour FOUR homes at once in Cole Creek! Join us for a Neighborhood Open House in Fort Mill, SC this Sunday and compare multiple townhomes for sale in one easy visit. Whether you’re actively searching or just starting to explore, this is a great way to see what Cole Creek has to offer. 🗓 Sunday, May 17, 2026⏰ 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM📍 Cole Creek | Fort Mill, SC ✨ 4 townhomes open✨ Different layouts, price points, and features✨ No appointment needed—just stop by Cole Creek in Fort Mill is ideally located just minutes from Pineville and Ballantyne, offering a low-maintenance … (10 comments)
“I've come to realize my market gig is like therapy for me. I've always loved being surrounded by food, but what I have come to cherish most at these markets is the sense of community. I know Frank the cheese guy and Barbara the mushroom lady. I swap muffins for raspberry jam with Josie at Jefferson Family Farms and ciabatta for apples with Maggie and Drew at Broad Tree Orchards." ... Dana Bate
If you're searching for a true sense of community along with a wide variety of fresh produce, vegetables, … (17 comments)
A surprising number of Charlotte locals have never experienced one of Uptown’s most charming traditions— Fourth Ward Secret Gardens Tour, where tucked-away courtyards, historic porches, and neighborhood stories quietly come to life.
Taking place May 16–17, 2026 (Noon–4 PM each day), this walkable, self-guided tour offers rare access inside Historic Fourth Ward—one of the city’s most distinctive and often overlooked neighborhoods. Along the route, you’ll step into private gardens, admire Victorian-era homes, and explore outdoor living spaces that most people pass by without ever realizing what’s … (7 comments)
great homes in charlotte: Small-Town Charm, Big Color: Waxhaw, NC's Kaleidoscope Festival-May 9
- 05/06/26 12:33 PM
🎨🌍 Get Ready, Waxhaw! Kaleidoscope Festival Is Back! 🌍🎨 Mark your calendar for Saturday, May 9th for one of Waxhaw’s most colorful traditions—Kaleidoscope Festival. This is Waxhaw's vibrant spring celebration held on Mother’s Day weekend! The one-day event welcomes the start of festival season with a fun mix of arts, cultures, music, and flavors from around the world. 📍 Downtown Park: 301 Givens Street 🕙 10:00 AM till 6:00 PM
What To Expect 🎶 Live global performances all day at the Main Stage 🌎 Cultural dance, music, and live art—including mariachi, steel drums, Bollywood, and more 🎭 Family fun with face painting, henna tattoos, jugglers, caricatures & a passport … (11 comments)
Downtown Matthews fills up fast when Matthews Summerfest 2026 comes around. For two days, Stumptown Park is lined with live bands, carnival rides, food vendors, and booths—something happening in every direction. Matthews Summerfest 2026 is the perfect way to kick off the summer season—bringing together live music, food, rides, and community in the heart of downtown Matthews. Presented by Novant Health – Matthews Medical Center, this 18th annual event is one people put on their calendar. The festival takes place on: 📅 Friday, May 8 (6–10 PM)📅 Saturday, May 9 (10 AM–10 PM) 📍 Location: … (11 comments)
The 2026 spring housing market is shaping up to be one of cautious momentum and meaningful transition. After several years defined by rapid shifts and uncertainty, both buyers and sellers are re-engaging—but with greater intention and a sharper focus on long-term value. According to insights from Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC, today’s market is less about urgency and more about strategy, as home owners adapt to changing conditions, evolving financial realities, and regional differences across the country.
Here are the five most important trends defining the 2026 spring … (13 comments)
great homes in charlotte: Market Pulse: Charlotte Region Real Estate Sales Report For March 2026
- 05/04/26 12:44 PM
Latest News On Charlotte Region's Real Estate Sales In March 2026 The Charlotte Region housing market in March 2026 continued to show resilience, with prices holding steady, buyer activity strengthening, and inventory expanding at a measured pace. While closed sales remained below last year’s levels, contract activity surged, signaling improving momentum as we move deeper into the spring market. Overall, the Greater Charlotte market is not declining—it is normalizing into a more balanced, sustainable environment.
📊Market Activity and DemandNew listings totaled 6,069, up 4.8% year-over-year. Seller activity increased meaningfully compared with February, signaling growing confidence as we enter peak listing season and contributing to … (9 comments)
If you’re keeping an eye on real estate trends in Fort Mill, SC, whether you’re buying, selling, or just watching the local housing market, understanding what’s happening with home prices, inventory, and demand can help you make informed decisions. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, a seasoned investor, or planning to sell, here’s what you need to know about home prices, inventory, and local housing trends in Quarter 1-2026. Fort Mill Real Estate Snapshot for Quarter 1-2026 vs Quarter 1-2025
Here are the key questions (and answers) that explain what’s … (10 comments)
Yes, this is real. May 3rd is National Two Different Colored Shoes Day! And yes, it’s your official permission slip to open the closet, ignore everything you’ve ever been taught about “matching,” and just go for it. One bright, one neutral. One bold, one classic. One you love… and one you’re still wondering why you bought that pair. Today, it all works. Because National Two Different Colored Shoes Day isn’t really about shoes—it’s about embracing the things that don’t quite line up perfectly… and realizing that’s usually where the personality is. Today is all about celebrating your individuality!
"Owning a home is a keystone of wealth… both financial affluence and emotional security." - Suze Orman
May 1st is New Homeowners Day, a meaningful occasion dedicated to celebrating one of life’s most significant achievements—owning a home. New Homeowners Day is more than just a date on the calendar. It’s a reminder of the journey, commitment, and excitement that come with stepping into a place that’s truly yours. The Moment That Door Becomes Yours 🔑There’s a unique and very special feeling that comes with turning the key in your own front door for the … (12 comments)
You know that perfect spring moment where the weather is just right, the trees are showing off, and you feel mildly offended if you’re not outside? That’s exactly when the Kings Drive Art Walk shows up and says, “hey, come wander a little.”
Set along the Little Sugar Creek Greenway, this isn’t your typical crowded festival where you shuffle booth-to-booth. This is more like a slow, meandering, accidentally spend three hours here kind of experience. You stroll. You pause. You double back … (10 comments)
“Saving one dog will not change the world, but surely for that one dog, the world will change forever.”— Karen Devison
April 30th is National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day — aka the perfect excuse to fall in love with a dog or cat who really needs you.
Honestly, any day is a great day to adopt. Shelters around Charlotte (and all across the country) are over capacity and full of amazing pets just hanging out, waiting for someone to give them a second chance. Every single one has a story… … (12 comments)
great homes in charlotte: The Ulti-MUTT Day Out in Mint Hill: Fetching Fun Festival May 2-202
- 04/29/26 01:12 PM
Fetching Fun Festival: Where Mint Hill Goes to the Dogs (In the Best Way!) 🐾 If your idea of a perfect Saturday includes sunshine, smiling neighbors, and a whole lot of wagging tails, then mark your calendar for Saturday, May 2, 2026. The Fetching Fun Festival is coming to Mint Hill Founders Park, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most delightful community events in the Greater Charlotte area. 🐶 A Day Dedicated to Our Four-Legged FriendsHosted by Mint Hill Events, this festival is all about celebrating the joy dogs bring into our lives. From 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, … (6 comments)
Another exceptional property is officially sold and closed in Auburn Place in the highly desirable Ballantyne area of Charlotte. My clients fell in love with this home as soon as they walked in. Final sale price: $550,000.
This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath patio home in the Auburn Place community offered the perfect combination of thoughtful upgrades, functional design, and prime location, selling in just one day. Property Snapshot 3 Bedrooms | 2.5 Bathrooms 1.5-Story Patio Home 2,019 Square Feet Main-Level Primary Suite Move-In Ready Condition Built 2005 Comfortable Main-Level LivingThis … (12 comments)
Today (April 28) is all about kindness in motion — those small, thoughtful acts that ripple outward and make the world just a little bit brighter. 💛
Global Pay It Forward Day began in 2000, sparked by an idea from Blake Beattie, a student in Australia who wanted to encourage people to turn kindness into a ripple effect. What started as a small initiative steadily grew, reaching the United States by 2007 and gaining traction as an international movement centered on generosity and human connection. Today, more … (14 comments)
April 27th is National Devil Dog Day—and this one comes with a story that’s equal parts battlefield legend and lunchbox nostalgia.
The “Devil Dogs” name goes all the way back to World War I, when U.S. Marines earned a fierce reputation during the Battle of Belleau Wood. German troops reportedly called them “Teufel Hunden,” meaning “Devil Dogs,” in recognition of their relentless fighting spirit. Whether the translation was perfect or not, the nickname stuck—and it became forever tied to the identity of the United States Marine Corps, symbolizing courage, … (15 comments)
April 26 is National Pretzel Day—and if you know me, you know this one hits close to home . Did you know National Pretzel Day began in 2003 when Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell declared April 26th “National Pretzel Day” to acknowledge the importance of the pretzel to the state’s history and economy.
I grew up in New York City, where soft pretzels weren’t just a snack—they were part of the rhythm of the city streets. Whether it was inside or outside a subway station, on a busy corner, or near … (14 comments)
Pineville's Paws in the Park, a beloved annual gathering and one of Charlotte area's largest dog events, brings together pet lovers, local businesses, and community organizations for a day dedicated to our four-legged friends. Whether you’re a dog owner, an animal enthusiast, or just someone who enjoys a lively outdoor event, there’s something here for everyone.
There’s just something about putting a few hundred dogs in one place that immediately lowers the pressure. Nobody’s pretending. Nobody’s networking too hard. It’s just people, outside, … (9 comments)
If you’re keeping an eye on real estate trends in Indian Land, SC, whether you’re buying, selling, or just watching the local housing market, understanding what’s happening with home prices, inventory, and demand can help you make informed decisions. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, a seasoned investor, or planning to sell, here’s what you need to know about home prices, inventory, and local housing trends in Quarter 1-2026.
Here are the key questions (and answers) that explain what’s really happening in Indian Land real estate right now:
Got drugs you no longer need or that are expired? Old prescriptions pose real risks. Don't keep what you won't use. Dispose of these drugs safely and anonymously in the Charlotte, North Carolina area on Saturday, April 25th during the DEA's National Prescription Take Back Day from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Find out where to take back drugs in the Greater Charlotte area on the National Take Back Initiative Collection Site Search page. You can search … (11 comments)
Here’s your opportunity to tour FOUR homes at once in Cole Creek!
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