Charlotte Real Estate News

Charlotte Open Streets 704

  This Sunday, May 1st, Charlotte will participate in a nationwide trend that aspires to foster community building through a simple idea - close streets to cars, and open them up to people. Open Streets 704 will see a three mile stretch of roads across several neighborhoods transform into corridors of recreation, public health, and active transportation. This novel ideas has taken place in over 100 cities across the United States, and this Sunday from noon to 4pm, the citizens [...]

Charlotte Weekend Fun for April 22 – 24th

Charlotte Weekend Fun: Looking for some fun activities around Charlotte this weekend? Charlotte offers it all, from bonafide Louisiana crawfish boil, outdoor fun in the water, or some sophisticated live jazz music. Have a great weekend, and be sure to ask us for more Savvy Charlotte recommendations! Springfest at Olde Meck Brewery - April 23 & 24 Located in the popular and ever-growing Lower Southend neighborhood, don't miss out on this annual feast! Described as "Louisiana Springfest is our second [...]

Ballantyne Rocks Music Series!

Ballantyne Rocks! Wednesday night in Ballantyne Village was abuzz. People flocked to the trendy shopping and entertainment center to kickstart the Ballantyne Rocks music series. This year, every Wednesday from April 20th to June 1st will feature free live music from a variety of acts. Last night included an incredible brass and horn group from Atlanta, GA, The Voltage Brothers, that played everything from Earth, Wind, and Fire to David Bowie.   Attendees enjoyed dinner under the shade while the [...]

Savvy 7 – Brewery Activities

Charlotte Brewery Activities If one thing about the Queen City are true, it’s that Charlotteans love their active lifestyle as much as their craft breweries. Well, fortunately for us, our favorite places to grab a pint also offer weekly fun and healthy activities. Work up a sweat and then relax with a nice cold draft. Don't miss out on these Savvy 7 Brewery Activities! Sunday - Lenny Boy Where: Located at  2224 Hawkins Street in the ever popular Historic South End [...]

Beautiful Renovated Elizabeth Home for Sale

Don't miss out on this incredible Elizabeth Home! The perfect place to call home on the upper end of Clement Avenue - The coveted street in Elizabeth! Beautifully renovated Cape Cod home boasts impressive renovations with period details and top-of-the-line appointments. Open floorplan is perfect for entertaining with a chef’s dream kitchen! And check out those beautiful wood floors. Incredibly spacious formal spaces including living room with a fireplace. Family room opens up to stunning back yard brick patio and fenced [...]

Activity in West Side Charlotte

Plenty is happening in West Side Charlotte. From local artist events to major land developments, there is a lot of action on Charlotte’s once overlooked west side.   Charlotte Storytellers at Union Shop Studio Culture Friday & Saturday, April 1-2: Charlotte Storytellers event at Union Shop Studio Charlotte’s favorite live storytelling troupe teamed up with the folks at Union Shop Studios for a weekend of anecdotes about “Growing Pains.” As they put it, “Charlotte, your city is growing. [...]

By |2023-07-24T18:21:04+00:00April 5th, 2016|Events, Savvy eNews|

BB&T Ballpark – Charlotte Knights 2016 Events

Charlotte Knights 2016 Events The Street.com recently placed Charlotte on it’s Top Ten list of Minor League Baseball Cities in America. It noted our fans showed up in numbers of 9,400+ per game in 2015. Charlotteans certainly love our new Uptown venue - BB&T Ballpark. With its central location in the heart of Third Ward, walking distance to the Lightrail, Romare Bearden Park, and plenty of social activities, there is no surprise that the Knights draw such large crowds. With Spring [...]

Ballantyne Village Eggstravaganza!

Another Savvy Saturday at the Ballantyne Village Eggstravaganza! Families and friends flocked to Ballantyne Village this past Saturday to partake in the ever-popular Eggstravaganza. This annual tradition is fun for all ages, and Savvy Agents Victor Ahdieh, Beverley Fasth, Eileen Nelis, Lisa Pricher, Stephanie Therrell, and Susan Wright were all present to help partake in the festivities! Over 1000+ people hopped over to the Ballantyne Village to check out the fun, and three lucky raffle winners got to take home [...]

Change is Coming to the Ballantyne Village

What's new in the Ballantyne Village? The popular shopping center in the heart of Ballantyne is evolving once again. New shops and restaurants are moving in as eager visitors enjoy the extra amenities. And coming soon is Blackfinn, an upscale American style pub. Craving some new shopping destinations? And don’t forget about Charlotte’s very own Tinder Box. Adding its fourth location in the Ballantyne Village, this specialty shop offers the finest cigars available in town. Coming soon - Salon [...]

By |2023-07-24T18:21:03+00:00March 21st, 2016|Ballantyne, Things To Do In Charlotte|

The History of Charlotte Neighborhood Names

How does a neighborhood earn a name? Sometimes a name is assigned from the onset, and sometimes it grows organically into an appropriate moniker. Cherry’s name was inspired by the cherry trees that grew on John Spring Myer’s farmland, while NoDa was a name chosen by architect Russell Pound in the 1990s. Today, the debates rage on for titles to sprouting hoods across the city. Lower South End/LoSo/Queen Park, Montford/MadPark and variety of other trendy suggestions emerge with passionate defenders [...]

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