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As a result, we may evaluate or rethink our living spaces.
As our outdoor Summer activities come to an end, you may decide to step out in search of indoor evening entertainment to enjoy. If this is you and you desire fine dining or drinks in a stylish atmosphere then you’ll want to check out Fiore Restaurant and Lounge in Ballantyne. It is a wonderful option to consider. Its stylish elegance graces the Cover of this issue. Their food is deli cious and their cocktail bar is loaded with some of the best drinks in town!
As the Summer ends, we return to shorter days and we begin to spend more time at home, indoors and perhaps care for ourselves and others in a more intentional way. Each new season brings change!
As you revamp your wardrobe for Fall, stop by Leenie Rae’s Boutique in Waverly to select your most treasured pieces for cooler but beautiful days ahead. The owner, Arlene Cook always presents a fashionable experience.
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PUBLISHER Lyn Coaldwell | lyn.coaldwell@citylifestyle.com EDITOR Carol Long | carol.long@citylifestyle.com ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES George Zorrilla | george.zorrilla@citylifestyle.com Nelson Sweezy | nsweezym22@gmail.com SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR Melissa Latin | melissa@charlottefashionplate.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR Melinda Burris | mbwillms@gmail.com AD DESIGNER Rachel Chrisman LAYOUT DESIGNER Emily Lisenbee CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Melinda Burris, Ann Brewer, Valorie McAlpin, Rachel Wood, Vanessa Kenon-Hunt CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Isabella Santos Foundation, Vanessa Kenon-Hunt, Ann Brewer, Fiore Restaurant, The Village on Morehead and Leenie Rae Boutique September 2022 Scan QR code to visit our Instagram LIFESTYLE LETTER Corporate Team CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER Randy Radosevich DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL MEDIA Mindy Hargesheimer ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson AD MANAGER Chad Jensen WEB APPLICATIONS Michael O’Connell LIFESTYLE LETTER Proverbs 3:5-6 Learn how to start your own publication at: citylifestyle.com/franchise CITYLIFESTYLE.COM/SOUTHCHARLOTTE | South Charlotte City Lifestyle™ is published monthly by Lifestyle Publications LLC. It is distributed via the US Postal Service to some of the South Charlotte area’s most affluent neighborhoods. Articles and advertisements do not necessarily reflect Lifestyle Publications’ opinions. No portion of this magazine may be reproduced in any form without written consent. Lifestyle Publications does not assume responsibility for statements made by advertisers or editorial contributors. Information in South Charlotte City Lifestyle™ is gathered from sources considered to be reliable, but the accuracy of all information cannot be guaranteed.4
If you’re thinking about a change in where you live then Realtor Robin Nitsche with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolinas Realty can help you find the right home to make a change in your address. With Robin’s help, we give ideas on finding the right luxury home to enjoy with your family.
The Summer rays and heat have been brutal to our skin. Natural skin care from O + A Everyday® can rescue your skin during every season. Vanessa Kenon-Hunt tells her story and how she created her fabulous skin care products. As we return to more routine schedules take some to think of others. Those in our senior community may be facing changes too. Someone you know may be ready to make a change in how and where they live. In the pages ahead we intro duce you to The Village on Morehead. This exciting new luxury adult community is being prepared to help our seniors live well and continue an active lifestyle.
We're Excited About a Change in the Season!
One of my favorite non-profits, the Isabella Santos Foundation (ISF), is featured here to bring attention to September as Pediatric Cancer Awareness month. We celebrate the beautiful, brave little girl for which ISF is named. As we move into Fall think of how we can help other kids who may be fighting brave battles as Isabella did. Enjoy the Fall and embrace the change South Charlotte!
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inside the issue The Style Issue SEPTEMBER 2022 ON THE COVER DEPARTMENTS 4 Lifestyle Letter 8 City Scene 10 Open House REAL ESTATE 14 Local Limelight FOOD + BEVERAGE 18 Trend Setter STYLE + BEAUTY 22 Locals Only HOME + DESIGN 28 Skin Care BEAUTY 30 Must See EDUCATION 33 Realty Report REAL ESTATE 34 Events 30 1018 28 FEATURED 10 Luxury Living in The Village on Morehead Residences Designed to Fit an Active Senior Lifestyle 18 Leenie Rae Brings Stylish Clare V Handbags to South Charlotte Handbags Born in Los Angeles Are Found in Waverly 28 Luxurious Skin with O + A Everyday Aloe Vera and Olive Oil Take Care of Your Skin 30 Make a Difference In Style with The Isabella Santos Foundation A Tribute to Isabella During Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month Photography: Fiore Restaurant and Lounge Fiore Restaurant and Lounge is a throw back to the 1920s with fabulous food and drinks featuring a relaxed, sophisticated atmosphere located at 14825 Ballan tyne Village Way, Suite 135, Charlotte, NC 28277, fiorelounge.com, 980.292.3705. 6
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1: Tiffany Sears, Sears Group/Keller Williams SouthPark entertained buyer, Lauragrace Nuckolls and her mother Laura Allen. 2: Happy buyer Adrienne Castaneda and her daughter Averi had fun at the Sears Group event. 3: Marc Sears, Sears Group/Keller Williams SouthPark cele brates with happy buyers, Deann Green and Sade Floyd. 4: Exequiel Cruz, Sears Group/Keller Williams SouthPark and his wife, Silvia Turunen enjoyed meeting satisfied buyers. 5: Realtor Latonia Cunningham. Sears Group/Keller Williams SouthPark and her friend Jamar Winston enjoyed great food. 6: Realtors Diann Weston and Dee Reed smile with appreciation for the all the happy buyers. 7: Developer Carl Wade and wife Evette enjoyed the celebration with the Sears Group/Keller Williams SouthPark. Photography by Ann Brewer city scene
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ARTICLE BY MELINDA BURRIS | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED Charlotte’s newest luxury retirement community, The Village on Morehead, is arriving soon to the classic Charlotte neighborhoods of Dilworth, Myers Park and Eastover. Perfectly placed at 727 East Morehead Street, The Village on Morehead is elevating expectations for luxury retirement living in the Queen City. The Village offers premier access to the very best of Charlotte, including proximity to the arts and culture district, boutique shopping, high-end restaurants, faith-based and spiritual centers and Charlotte’s top health care providers.
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An onsite Wellness Coordinator, The Village’s centralized location and its established relation ships with premier healthcare providers, assure residents can continue living in the comfort of their apartment homes while receiving the highest caliber healthcare available.
The Village is currently under construction. The 192-unit luxury senior living community is scheduled for completion in the Fall of 2023. To schedule a tour visit VillageOnMorehead.com
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Thanks to its full accompaniment of in-house amenities, residents at The Village can indulge in best-in-class fine dining and enjoy engaging in a variety of activities and daily programming arranged through the spacious community which includes a Living Room and Library, a Cinema, an indoor heated pool and much more! Health and wellness are prioritized at The Village, with a suite of offerings including a full-service Salon & Treatment Room, state-of-the-art agingfriendly exercise equipment, a fitness studio, preferred Home Care & Therapy Services and an Emergency Response Call System.
services, package handling and dining reser vations. Valet car and transportation services ensure errands are attended to with ease and local excursions to the destinations of your choice are arranged for you.
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The Village places the utmost emphasis on pro viding easy access to personalized care and wellness based on your distinct needs. Lynn Wallace, Senior VP of Sales and Marketing for Retirement Center Management describes this commitment to a robust wellness living environment as “ensuring residents can age in place, in the privacy of their homes, with access to quality and healthcare as they need it.”
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Go from “Meh” To amazing… Fall is the best time to plant trees, shrubs www.joyfulhomedesign.comperennialsand! $50 off any landscape service now through November 1, 2022 (704) 916-9150 • V @JOYFUL_HOME_DESIGN • LORI SHAW, DESIGNER How You Move Matters! Move With Us. We provide concierge-level service from beginning to end. We can get your house ready for the market, provide downsizing support, carefully pack and unpack your belongings, and set up your new home just how you like it. Our comprehensive move management and moving solutions address every detail with care. Call 980.890.8866 or visit WAYFORTH.COM to learn more today! A COMPLETE MOVE SOLUTION 13| CITYLIFESTYLE.COM/SOUTHCHARLOTTESEPTEMBER 2022
LOCAL LIMELIGHT | FOOD + BEVERAGE Relax While Dining Fiore Restaurant and Lounge in Luxury at ARTICLE BY MELINDA BURRIS 14
Their classic beverages and amazing selection of food couple to make the perfect dining experience. Not sure what drink to pair your meal with? A member of their staff will be more than happy to help you decide. Their expert mixologists will find the right bal ance for you. Whether you stop by for a quick snack or a full meal, their bartenders will soon stir your taste buds in the right direc tion. A Ballantyne favorite is the Fiore charcuterie board which features the finest cheeses and meats from around the globe. The flavors will overtake you! The extensive menu includes tomahawk chops, beef ribs, salmon, chicken limone, shrimp, brussel sprouts, salads and desserts to satisfy any appetite.
Visit Fiore at 14825 Ballantyne Village Way Suite 135, Charlotte, NC 28277 or visit fiorelounge.com
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Since 2017, Fiore has become known as the most notable Lounge in the heart of Ballantyne. From its sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere to its unique cocktails and an ever-changing list of local spirits, they have everything you need for a great night out. The unique bar was transported from Chicago to give the space the right feel. They’re dedicated to making sure your time at Fiore is unlike anything else you’ve experienced. Their professional crew behind the bar has carefully curated a list of world-renowned drinks that leave your mouth buzzing with layers of flavor. Don’t believe it? Go by and see for yourself.
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TREND SETTER STYLE + BEAUTY ARTICLE BY ANN BREWER Leenie Rae Brings Stylish Clare V Handbags and More to South Charlotte 18
Along with bringing her sense of beautiful, casual clothing styles from San Francisco to South Charlotte, Arlene Cook, the owner of Leenie Rae’s Boutique in Waverly has brought the cov eted Clare V designer handbag line to her store. Clare Vivier started her business by creating laptop cases as she recognized there was a lack of stylish cases for women while she was working as a French TV journalist. She now produces a full range of fashionable, yet practical apparel, bags and accessories.
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Leenie Rae’s Boutique has many choices of designer wear, jewelry and accessories to give you new options to explore as you cultivate your Fall wardrobe. The Marisol Picasso dress shown here is by Velvet, a very popular line at Leenie Rae’s Boutique with many items that will make you feel very special for any occasion. The boutique is located at 7415 Waverly Walk Ave., F2-1b, Charlotte, NC 28277. TO LEARN MORE? more information call 704.274.9008, or visit the store’s website at leenierae.com . Shop in store or order online for in store pick up. Free shipping is also available.
Clare’s line has cultivated a cult-like following since her com pany’s 2008 launch in Los Angeles. Now you can experience her interpretation of style, quality and functionality right here in Charlotte when you visit Leenie Rae’s Boutique.
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Your Next Luxury Home Search Begins with Robin Nitsche, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Carolinas Realty Robin will start by helping you identify the right location for you because the key to finding or creating your own little piece of paradise begins with selecting the perfect loca tion. Although your home’s interior features are important, it is the entirety of your living space that truly makes a house a luxury home. The ideal location can mean the right street, the right neighborhood or the right side of town. Investing heavily in luxurious amenities for your home will fail to yield satisfaction if your Realtor Robin Nitsche Can Help You Find Your Next Luxury Home ARTICLE BY ANN BREWER AND MELINDA WILLMS LOCALS ONLY | HOME + DESIGN22
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Robin understands that having the right ame nities including a state-of-the-art kitchen out fitted with appliances featuring cutting-edge technology along with affiliated spaces includ ing pantries, storage rooms, butler stations, wine cellars and minibars are a must. Other key considerations required for the best in at-home luxury dining include ample dining areas, such as a formal dining room, designated breakfast space and a full bar. Spacious gaming and theater rooms ensure you have more than adequate space for all your favorite forms of in-home entertainment. Spa bathrooms, saunas and spaces for yoga and home fitness are essential to fulfill ing your family’s mission of keeping fit.
Home offices, libraries, computer niches and study spaces round out the basic needs of any family search ing for a home life of luxury while also attending to their need for intellectual and professional pursuits.
Other features that can take a luxurious home to the next level include elevators or lifts for safety andSmartfunctionality. hometechnology throughout the house drives everything inside and outside to maximize communications, assure security and adequate lighting and power many of the features listed above.
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When evaluating your choices for luxury, character counts. When you partner with Robin as your buyer’s agent, she’ll help you consider essential elements including the best exterior surfaces, landscaping, curb appeal and accessi bility. Details such as access to adequate park ing for your automobiles can speak volumes in giving your home the luxurious look you desire.
property’s value becomes diminished due to being in the wrong location. Location is the crown jewel of home ownership that affords the exclusivity and privacy that all luxury home buyers prioritize above all else.
Now that your imagination is running wild with the desire to find the home that fits your distinct definition of paradise, call Robin and she’ll help you with locating the right luxury home for you and your Contactfamily. Robin and Begin Your Search for Your Dream Luxury Home Today! You can reach Robin Nitsche at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolinas Realty, 3420 Toringdon Way, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28277. Call 704.609.2822 or email her at robin.nitsche@bhhscarolinas.com today!
Robin gives equal attention to your home’s interior by emphasizing highly sought-after architectural elements such as open floor plans, grand entryways and expansive stair cases that will give you daily satisfaction and confirm to you and your guests that you’ve arrived at a place of luxury.
Massive but cozy bedrooms with sitting areas, fireplaces, coffee bars, dressing rooms, superlative storage spaces and huge closets help luxury dwell ers prepare to begin each day with confidence.
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But wait! Now more than ever, luxury at home is not totally complete if the backyard does not provide the ultimate oasis for a staycation. Lap pools and plunge pools are excellent alternatives to full-size pools for smaller backyard spaces or if you’re looking to free up space for other activities. Outdoor kitchens, fire pits, fireplaces, porches, play areas and even putting greens can add hours of at-home pleasure outdoors. These amenities serve to feed the mind, body and soul no matter the season.
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Luxurious Skin Care with O + A Everyday ARTICLE BY VANESSA KENON-HUNT AND VALORIE MCALPIN SKIN CARE | BEAUTY28
O+A|EVERYDAY is proudly made with organic extra virgin olive oil, organic aloe vera, the perfect amount of organic shea butter, vitamin E and soothing essential oils.
Vanessa confides, “A batch of “O+A” is always on hand in my home. My youngest son, Nicholas, and both my husband and I use it as our daily moisturizer. Over the years, O+A|EVERYDAY became my “passion project” and go-to gift for family and friends. In 2017, after much encouragement, I introduced O+A|EVERYDAY to the world via my online store.” Like so many, Vanessa faced challenges amid the pandemic. She shares, “All was going well, and then COVID hit. In March 2020, I was furloughed from my full-time position . During this time away, I contemplated what would become of my career. What would become of O+A|EVERYDAY, my passion project?”
Although Vanessa returned to her full-time job in October 2020, she soon found she was unsatisfied: “Four months into my return feeling anxious and unfulfilled , I took a gigantic leap of faith. I quit my full-time job. I took a chance on what began as a passion project. I took a chance on myself and decided that run ning O+A|EVERYDAY would be my full-time dream career.
“I needed a moisturizer made without harsh chemicals and com plicated ingredients for his very sensitive skin. I searched everywhere for a skin moisturizer. I couldn’t find what I needed, so I created one using simple and proven ingredients that I had in my home. I handblended extra virgin olive oil, aloe vera gel and shea butter. The final product was an outstanding, soothing and creamy body oil.”
O+A|EVERYDAY®: Luxury Skincare for Clean Beauty and Classic Style Summer heat can leave skin and hair feeling dry and flaky, especially when enjoying outdoor activities or just soaking up rays at the beach. Ready for some luxurious moisturizing that infuses your body with healthy organic ingredients? You need O+A|EVERYDAY®,a rich and creamy body oil formulated with minimal ingredients that deliver maximum results. Vanessa Kenon-Hunt, the creator of O+A|EVERYDAY explains this versatile product can be used as a full body moisturizer, for aftershave care, to relieve painful sunburn and as a hair balm.
HOW O+A|EVERYDAY CAME TO BE Vanessa explains how and why she developed this innovative, all-natural product: “I created O+A| EVERYDAY when my eldest son, Gregory, was born premature, more than 20 years ago. When Gregory was released to me after months of care in the NICU, his skin was extremely delicate and dry.
GIVE O+A|EVERYDAY A TRY TODAY! O+A|EVERYDAY can be purchased online at OandAeveryday.com It is also available for purchase at all three Moxie Mercantile locations — in Plaza Midwood, Matthews and Davidson. It can also be found at the following retail locations: Leenie Rae Boutique (Waverly), Musa Moon Apothecary (SouthEnd), NODA Yoga (Oakhurst), NoirLuxe Beauty (Steele Creek) and Embellish Asheville (Asheville, NC).
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Make a Difference In Style with The Isabella Santos Foundation ARTICLE BY RACHEL WOOD | PHOTOGRAPHY BY ISABELLA SANTOS FOUNDATION MUST SEE | EDUCATION Guests who attended a previous ISF event Erin Santos hosting a previous ISF event 30
Isabella fought cancer for five years and simply ran out of treatment options. This is frequently the case for so many kids who are diagnosed with rare cancers. Childhood cancer is not just one disease. It is made up of 12 major types and over 100 subtypes and rare cancers fall into a category that receives lit tle to no funding. It’s up to private foundations like ISF to raise funds for research and programs to fight these rare cancers. September is Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month. We invite you to make a difference. For more event information or to make a donation, visit isabellasantosfoundation.org .
WHY THE FOCUS ON RARE CANCERS?
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To become a sponsor at either event, contact kmurphy@isabellasantosfoundation.org
In its 15th year, ISF is celebrating its successes with sev eral events. The foundation has donated just over $1 Million for two consecutive years and is hoping they will be able to beat those give-back numbers with the comeback of in-person events. Earlier this year, ISF held a women’s event that raised $190,000, as well as a golf tournament raising $70,000. Both events were hosted in the South Charlotte area. Coming up is their 5K/10K for Kids Cancer 15th Anniversary Event presented by Hendrick Luxury Group on Saturday, October 15th. This event includes a 5K,10K, Fun Run, Brunch (with additional fee), kid’s zone and raffle! If you need a reason to get dressed up and help ISF cel ebrate in style, here’s your chance. The foundation invites you to join them for their Black and White Bowtie Ball on Saturday, November 12th at the Ballantyne Hotel. Put on your best black and white formal attire and get ready for an evening with dinner, live music, dancing and the best auc tion in Charlotte to support research programs supporting kids fighting rare cancers at Levine Children’s Hospital. Erin Santos expressed her gratitude for the organization’s success sharing, “We raised $7,000 during the foundation’s first year and we were so proud. Little did we know that one day we would be here — giving away a million dollars a year. I’m not sure I ever thought this day would come but now that it’s here I feel like it’s just the beginning.”
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CELEBRATING 15 YEARS OF MAKING A DIFFERENCE
Founded in 2007 and local to South Charlotte, The Isabella Santos Foundation (ISF) was created by the par ents of Isabella Santos who passed away from a rare cancer at seven-years-old. Fifteen years later, Isabella’s mom and ISF Executive Director, Erin Santos, leads a team of seven women who work every day in her daughter’s name. On most days, you can find the women of ISF holding meetings from their kitchen tables or in the school carpool line. Several team members have been with the foundation since the early days, some are new. Each of them has their own reasons for working for a pediatric cancer charity and are die-hard passionate about making a difference for kids fighting like Isabella did.
ISF has donated more than $6 million to its mission, which has been carried out both locally and nationally through funding several pediatric cancer initiatives. The foundation is most proud of what they are building here in Charlotte, the Isabella Santos Foundation Rare & Solid Tumor Program which is the first of its kind in the country. Established in 2020, this program provides the most comprehensive care and treatments for pediatric cancer in our community and across the globe — all in honor of Isabella’s legacy.
To get involved and become a sponsor at either event, con tact kmurphy@isabellasantosfoundation.org
The Isabella Santos Foundation is celebrating its 15th Anniversary with upcoming events including their 15th Anniversary 5K/10K for Kids Cancer presented by Hendrick Luxury Group on October 15th and the ISF Black & White Bowtie Ball on November 12th. All proceeds benefit pediatric cancer and the ISF Rare and Solid Tumor Program at Levine Children’s Hospital. For more information or to make a donation, visit isabellasantosfoundation.org .
on Moreh ead Call today to schedule a personal visit. Join us for an informative luncheon. Dressler’s Metropolitan September 21 | 11:30 am - 1:00 pm RSVP by September 19 Information Office 801 E. Morehead, Ste. 201B | Charlotte, NC 28202 www.villageonmorehead.com Every school has a story... welcome to ours. Carmel Christian School offers an excellent education built on biblical truth, which equips students to reflect Christ to the world. We are a community in which academic excellence, artistic expression and athletic distinction are marked by intentional discipleship. Join us at an Admissions Open House and discover Our Story! Now Accepting applications online for the 2023-2024 school GRADEScarmelchristian.orgyear.K-12OPENHOUSES October 19, 9:30 am November 15, 6:30 pm TELL TO THE COMING GENERATION THE GLORIOUS DEEDS OF THE LORD, AND HIS MIGHT AND THE WONDERS THAT HE HAS DONE. PSALM 78:4 September_Ad_Fourth.indd 1 8/5/22 12:40 PM (980) 938-0302 14825 BALLANTYNE VILLAGE WAY CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA 28277 32
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Since 1964, Festival in the Park has been bringing good music, good art and good times to Charlotteans and visitors from around the world. Experience the sounds of music, lights strung from Camelot exhibit tents, scents of food in the air and children with painted faces happily producing their first works of art. Eltonfestivalinthepark.orgJohn:Farewell
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For the first time, Disney on Ice invites families to step inside the magical adventures of Walt Disney Anima tions Studios’ Frozen, the #1 Animated feature of all time, and the Disney Animation’s Encanto, the 2022 Acad emy Award, BAFTA, and Golden Globe Award winner for Best Animated Feature, as they come to life like never before. boplex.com
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This tour takes the audience on a magical journey through Elton John's career as the show features some of his most beloved songs from his legendary catalogue, including "Bennie and the Jets", "Rocket Man", "Tiny Danc er" and "Philadelphia Freedom". The audience will experience a rare glimpse into Elton's life and the deeply personal meaning behind some of his greatest hits. eltonjohn.com
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The Aggie-Eagle Classic is heading to the Queen City to celebrate the 100th anniversary of one of North Caro lina's oldest football rivalries. From step shows, to concerts, to the big game, this year's Duke's Mayo Classic weekend is a can't-miss event! charlottesports.org
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Head back to the highway to run along side thousands of your closest friends! In the first mile, you’ll head through Uptown just past the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC stadium. Just after mile one, you'll enter I-277, Charlotte's inner beltway, for three miles where you'll see the Queen City from a new speed while cir cling the breathtaking skyline. aroundthecrown10k.com 58th Annual Festival in the Park FREEDOM PARK, 1908 EAST BLVD, CHARLOTTE
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