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September 2012

Features

Fun Fall Festivals

Fun Fall Festivals

It's festival season and some of the best are just an easy ride from the city

First Lady

First Lady

This fall, grace and glamour rule. Summon sartorial cool with these power play ensembles Styled by Victoria Robinette

The Quixotic Conductor

The Quixotic Conductor

Two years ago, the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra was struggling when it hired Christopher Warren-Green as music director. Before the renowned conductor could even make the move from London, things...

The DNC Survival Guide

The DNC Survival Guide

Your guide for how to make the most of the Democratic National Convention, or, at least, how not to let it get the best of you.

Les Provocateurs

Les Provocateurs

Meet twelve artists and creatives who are shaking up Charlotte’s cultural scene

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Fashion

Charlotte City Style

Charlotte City Style

We pulled four Charlotteans out of the daily grind to get a glimpse at the gear they rock on the regular and what it reveals about their personalities

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Best Bets

Best Bets September 2012

Best Bets September 2012

September's Best Bets in Charlotte include Fiona Apple, Chris Isaak, Giacometti, and more

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Business

Church Reform

Church Reform

Despite our Bible Belt status, not all of Charlotte’s churches are what they seem

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Chatter

Bill Clinton's Lesson to Big Spenders

Bill Clinton's Lesson to Big Spenders

A local documentary gives a chilling lesson on the national debt

What Not to Say During the DNC

What Not to Say During the DNC

Want to make a good impression? Avoid mentioning any of these things to our Democratic visitors

Mayor Foxx's Moment

Mayor Foxx's Moment

The DNC could be Anthony Foxx’s breakout moment. Here’s how

My Favorite Things with John Bossard

My Favorite Things with John Bossard

Designer John Bossard's 10 favorite things

Fun Fall Festivals

Fun Fall Festivals

It's festival season and some of the best are just an easy ride from the city

Hot Stuff: Jalapeños

Hot Stuff: Jalapeños

Jalapeños spice up menus across the city

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Culture

Fall Preview: Museums

Fall Preview: Museums

The city’s museums are going all out for the DNC—and Charlotteans get to reap the benefits

Jock Rock: Vinny Esposito

Jock Rock: Vinny Esposito

Ever wonder who chooses the music at Panthers games? It’s this guy

Things to Fix Before the DNC: Postscript

Things to Fix Before the DNC: Postscript

For a year, Jeremy Markovich has sought out things to fix before the DNC. This month:

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Local Flavor

Pig Out with Charlotte BBQ

Pig Out with Charlotte BBQ

The five-minute guide to Charlotte barbecue

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Now Open

Frankly Speaking: JJ’s Red Hots

Frankly Speaking: JJ’s Red Hots

JJ’s Red Hots Heats Up Dilworth

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Quick Bite

Pizza Perfect

Pizza Perfect

Two new pizzerias open along the light-rail

Drinks with Lisa Schnurr

Drinks with Lisa Schnurr

Drinks with food tour guide Lisa Schnurr

Barrows on Sports: The Making of Cam Newton

Barrows on Sports: The Making of Cam Newton

Before the Heisman Trophy, the commercials, the headlines, and the hype, Cam Newton was just another kid finding his way

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Editor's Note

From the Editor: This Is Charlotte

From the Editor: This Is Charlotte

Notes from the Editor, Richard Thurmond

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Loose Ends

Un-Conventional Plans

Un-Conventional Plans

When the DNC arrives this month, the famous people will need to know where to go. I’m here to help

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Politics

Coming-Out Party: LaWana Mayfield

Coming-Out Party: LaWana Mayfield

Yes, LaWana Mayfield is the first openly gay person to serve on Charlotte City Council—and only the second African American female—but she’d rather you focus on the challenges, and potential,...

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