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What’s a “brat summer?”

How to have a “brat summer” in Charlotte
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Slime green is the new black. | Graphic by CLTtoday
Slime green word salad. Viral TikTok dances. Oh My Soul’s brat-themed celebration. Your Gen Z + Millennial relatives calling you “so brat.”

It’s been a “brat summer” whether you knew it or not, so we’re here to explain what it means and how to get in on the fun before flannels and pumpkin spice lattes take over in a few months.

Released on June 7, British singer Charli xcx’s album “brat” debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard charts. Its 15 tracks examine existential topics like womanhood, family, and insecurity — all with an electric veneer of dance pop partying. In essence, to be a “brat” is to be yourself, flaws and all, while still having fun.

A pink colored room behind glass with an arcade game on the left.

Seoul Food Meat Co. has several karaoke rooms for groups — all different sizes and colors.

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Photo by CLTtoday

Now that you’re caught up on the lingo, here are three spots to live out your very own “brat summer” in the city.

Brat Market CLT | Moo & Brew | Part of “brat summer” is dressing the part. Shop a mix of vendors with Y2K and vintage styles at this one-day-only market on Sunday, Aug. 11, from 1 to 7 p.m.

Seoul Food Meat Co.| 1400 S. Church St. + 421 E. 26th St.| Grab a drink and dance the night away in a private karaoke room with you + your friends. Take things to the next level and be the first one to sing “360.”

Carrigan Farms | 1261 Oak Ridge Farm Hwy. | Reenact the viral “Apple” TikTok dance while you’re picking actual fruit at this family-favorite destination. Plan ahead, apple picking opens Tuesday, Sept. 3.
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Events
Friday, Aug. 9
Saturday, Aug. 10
  • The RESET | Saturday, Aug. 10 | 2 p.m. | Booth Playhouse | $35 | Be immersed in calming sounds while restoring your mind in this unique yogi experience.
  • 5th Annual Queen City HBCU Cookout Fundraiser | Saturday, Aug. 10 | 3-7 p.m. | Johnson C. Smith University | Cost of purchase | Network and support local HBCU alumni chapters in this event with 40+ vendors.
  • Nebel’s Alley Night Market | Saturday, Aug. 10 | 4-9 p.m. | Nebel’s Alley Night Market | Cost of purchase | Shop local vendors while under the starts in the heart of South End.
  • Benefit Bash with B SHARP at Lee Institute | Saturday, Aug. 10 | 8-10 p.m. | The Duke Mansion | $75 | Celebrate summer with songs by Tom Petty, the 90s, and 00s + today, tickets are buy one, get one free.
Sunday, Aug. 11
  • Brick Fest Live | Sunday, Aug. 11 | 10 a.m. | The Park Expo and Conference Center | $20+ | Marvel at thousands of colorful lego sets, derby races, and more at this traveling expo.
  • 311: Unity Tour with special guests AWOLNATION & Neon Trees | Sunday, Aug. 11 | 7 p.m. | Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre | $35+ | “Sail” to the amphitheater to see these bands jam in the Queen City.
Monday, Aug. 12
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News Notes
Weather
  • Record-breaking rain. Tropical Storm Debby’s rain was so heavy, Charlotte broke the all-time rainfall record for Aug. 8 with 1.45 inches of rain before 6 a.m. The storm was forecasted to bring 4-7 inches of rain over three days. (WCNC)
Announced
  • Rowan-Salisbury Schools canceled classes today due to Tropical Storm Debby. Activities like practices and games will resume at 4 p.m. The first day of school is scheduled for Monday.
Civic
  • Mecklenburg County Manager Dena Diorio will retire. Diorio has been county manager for 11 years. Her retirement will be effective July 1, 2025. The Board of County Commissioners will appoint a search committee to find a new manager.
Biz
  • Golf entertainment concept 3’s purchased Pebble Creek Golf Course in Indian Trail. The company is backed by Justin Timberlake. The course will undergo renovations and is expected to open in the second half of 2025. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Community
  • Foundation for the Carolinas opened their Beyond Grant applications for small businesses. Applicants can be awarded $10,000-$150,000 to be used for purchasing equipment, real estate, and technology. The deadline to apply is Friday, Aug. 30.
Edu
  • Students in Rock Hill are returning to renovated classrooms. Three teachers won a classroom makeover program. Renovations included new tables, chairs, and hydroponic towers for growing plants. (WBTV)
Active
  • Fred Alexander Park will reopen on Friday, Aug. 16. The park will feature new outdoor workout equipment, game tables, swings, and more. Recreation Center staff will give away schools supplies during the reopening celebration.
Olympics
  • The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France wrap this weekend. Did you know Team USA’s Taekwondo team trains in Charlotte? The women’s team will compete today. You can watch Team USA ahead of Sunday’s closing ceremony via WCNC’s ongoing Olympics coverage.
Sports
  • The Carolina Panthers kicked off the preseason in New England against the Patriots. What worked on the field? Go beyond the scoreboard for the biggest stories on the Carolina Panthers with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Listen
  • We like our sound quality how we like our Snooze bacon — extra crispy. While most hearing aids have one processor, this device has two, which process speech + noise separately. The result: Clear, crisp, effortless listening and conversations. (Plus, it’s tiny.)*
Finance
  • We’re beyond the halfway point of 2024 — aka a good time to make sure you’re maximizing your money. Personal finance experts have reviewed hundreds of credit cards to present you with the four very best bonus cards of the year.*
 
Wellness

✨ It’s a mood
A sand-colored sign that reads "Mood House" with a plant in a pot next to it.
After much success in Dilworth, Mood House has opened a second location in Oakhurst. | Photo by CLTtoday
If Palm Springs were placed in Charlotte, it would be Mood House. The popular massage and sauna studio opened a second location in Oakhurst and, it’s a vibe.

The studio at Oakhurst Commons (4008 Monroe Rd.) features eight cabana massage suites, three infrared saunas, and a private studio.

Pro tip: This is the same business park where Switchyards opened its second co-working space + where The Health Club will be opening in late 2024.

City Editor Maria, here. I thoroughly enjoyed visiting Mood House + the infrared sauna. The team really makes you feel comfortable whether it’s your first massage or if you’re a regular.

“If you’re new to massage, I know that can be really intimidating,” added Wilson. “We’ll guide you through every step and we’ll make sure you’re with the right fit for therapists.”

Will there be a third location? Only time will tell.
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Answered

Yesterday, we asked “How often do you play pickleball in Charlotte?”
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The Ballantyne location for Pickleball Charlotte offers its courts day or night thanks to its outdoor lighting system. | Photo via @pickleballcharlotte

Thursday was National Pickleball Day. Perhaps you were able to escape the rain and take a court indoors with the 31% of people who play multiple times per week.

44% said they’ve never played. Hopefully our guide can help you try it out.
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Maria
From the editor
I sincerely hope you all stayed safe as Tropical Storm Debby visited the Charlotte area. Here’s to brighter days and a nice weekend ahead.
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