Get your books signed by local author Meg Rosenthal.
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Books and coffee, yes please. Local author Meg Rosenthal will be signing her latest novel, “The Wingman,” at Trope Bookshop this Sunday, Dec. 21 at 10 a.m. during the bookshop’s Love and Lattes event. She’ll be joined by Alissa Derogatis, who penned “Call It What You Want.”
Admission is $5, and both authors will be signing books. Get there early — Black Cat Coffee will host a pop-up starting at 9:30 a.m.
Suffolk Punch’s new taproom at Birkdale Village is now open. The brewery’s highly anticipated third taproom boasts a full-service bar and rooftop bar near The Plaza. (The Charlotte Observer)
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Get into the holiday spirit today. Starting at 4 p.m., Carolina Voices’ carolers and Santa will be visiting the gift-wrapped Bojangles on East Third Street in Midtown. Bonus: If you sing at the drive-thru, you’ll get a free four-piece Bo Bite order.
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Speaking of books... Supperland and Leluia Hall co-owner Jamie Brown is offering signed pre-order copies of“Eleven Tables: A Wild Ride Through Food, Failure, and Figuring It Out”before it hits store shelves on Jan. 27, 2026. The books will be available for pickup at Supperland or Leluia Hall.
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2.7 million. That’s how many people are expected to travel through Charlotte Douglas International Airport for the holidays. The heaviest flight days are anticipated to be Friday, Dec. 19, Friday, Dec. 26, and Saturday, Dec. 27 — ease those travel worries by getting acquainted with CLT. (Queen City News)
Weather
Will the Charlotte area have a white Christmas?It’s not likely. While the forecast can change over the next week, the Queen City is expected to see temperatures in the low to mid-60s and dry conditions. (WCNC)
Development
Construction is underway on 70 build-to-rent townhomes in University City. Skymor Research Park along Mallard Creek Road will offer four-bedroom units with two-car garages, private balconies, a central green space, and pocket parks. They’re expected to deliver in the third quarter of 2026. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Real Estate
Mecklenburg County is looking for nonprofits to move into 2324 Lasalle St. The county is aiming for orgs that provide services towards academic success and economic mobility assistance for children and families. Get the details before applying.
Biz
North Carolina approved grants totaling up to $28.4 million for film projects in the state, including up to $15 million for “The Hunting Wives” which is being filmed across the Charlotte region. (WCNC)
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Last week, I celebrated the grand opening of Oaklore Bar and Bottle Shop. The new business, a collaboration between Oaklore Distilling Company and Solandra Hospitality, features a large and elegant-feeling bar, tasting room (coming soon), and patio. Plus, it’s across from Orosoko Sound Bar’s O-To-Go window, and within walking distance to North Italia, Stir, and many other eateries along South Tryon Street and the Rail Trail — perfect for grabbing a bite before or after cocktails!
Oaklore’s seasonal margarita is a refreshing take on the classic cocktail.
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