/magazine/ en steve@elevatelifestyle.com Copyright 2013 2013-05-14T00:59:26+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/new-fashio-boutique/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/new-fashio-boutique/ Local design and community make D+ Boutique a must destination spot. Fashion 2013-05-13T23:59:26+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/csa-names-new-executive-director/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/csa-names-new-executive-director/ May 8, 2013: Community School of the Arts (CSA) announced today that it has named Devlin McNeil as its new President and Executive Director. Devlin assumes her new role on June 17. “I’m enthusiastic about the future of Community School of the Arts under Devlin’s leadership,” says Board of Directors chairperson Julie Szeker. “Devlin’s experience and skills, coupled with her personal passion for the arts and a keen understanding of our mission, make her ideally suited to lead the School.”   Entertainment 2013-05-13T23:40:32+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/easy-breezy-and-low-maintenance/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/easy-breezy-and-low-maintenance/ Summer is supposed to be easy, breezy and low-maintenance. But the hot sun can melt your makeup and the humidity can sink your style, creating high upkeep for your looks. Help is on the way from your local Beauty Brands salon/spa/superstore. A treasure trove of products will help make you effortlessly beautiful and cool even during the cruelest of summers. Here are some favorite melt-proof, wilt-proof picks for summer 2013 from the store’s team of beauty experts:   Fashion 2013-05-13T23:26:37+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/whisky-river/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/whisky-river/ Brett Michaels returns to Uptown for a one of a kind anniversary concert CHARLOTTE, NC (April 22, 2013) – Since its inception five years ago, Whisky River has transformed Charlotte’s restaurant and entertainment industry, being one of the first venues if its kind to open in the heart of Uptown in EPICENTRE.     Entertainment 2013-05-06T19:52:31+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/3rd-annual-mac-cheese-eating-contest/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/3rd-annual-mac-cheese-eating-contest/ In conjunction with Whiskey Warehouse’s participation in the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Brewer’s Ball charity event in September, a competitive eating contest will be held at the Plaza-Midwood bar/restaurant on Tuesday May 14 at 7pm. The contest will pit several local gluttons (including Whiskey Warehouse manager Al Giacomucci and former Charlotte Observer food writer Larken Egleston) against each other in an eight minute battle to consume as much of Whiskey’s signature Macaroni & Cheese as they can. Participating eaters will each make a contribution to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and spectators are welcome to make donations in the name of their favorite contestant in hopes of winning great prizes. All donations will go directly to the Foundation and its research to find a cure for Cystic Fibrosis. Everyone in attendance will have the opportunity to win great prizes as well as enjoy Big Boss beer and Mount Gay Rum & Cointreau cocktail specials before, during, and after the main event.   Dining 2013-05-06T00:03:37+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/kennedys/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/kennedys/ Kennedy's Premium Bar & Grill has revamped their menu to highlight fan favorites like their harp lager battered haddock, delivering a great crunchy exterior and tender, flaky interior along with new items such as their chicken parmesan which has a gooey mozzarella stick stuffed right inside. Kennedy's Shepard's pie isn't one to miss either. Chef Luis stews Angus beef for hours in a thick Guinness spiked gravy, producing fork tender meat.   Dining 2013-05-05T23:59:13+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/squisy-monster/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/squisy-monster/ Angela Kim is a food blogger and hosts a cooking channel with Tastemade. She appears on local news circuits and teaches people how to cook. She is also involved in her community through Pack Away Hunger (an initiative to feed the hungry). Check her out to tap into over 250 original recipes that reflect both her Korean and American heritage. These recipes are complete with instructions and video tutorials.   Dining 2013-05-05T23:56:00+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/festa-italiana/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/festa-italiana/ It’s that time of the year again for the 8th Annual St. Anthony Festa Italiana Charlotte. It will be on Sunday May 19, 2013 starting at 1pm. The Festa is all about charity and the Best Italian Food in Charlotte, for the 8th year in a row. Dining 2013-05-05T23:54:03+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/beer-bourbon-bbq-festival/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/beer-bourbon-bbq-festival/ SPRINGTIME IS BEER, BOURBON, AND BBQ TIME. This year's show is lookin’ better than ever. Over 58,000 beer and bourbon lovers have come together for the last five years, and this year is sure to be another SELL OUT! Get ready to squeal like a pig!     Dining 2013-05-05T23:52:33+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/concerstinntheround/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/concerstinntheround/ Concerts in the Round is how South Charlotte kick-starts the weekend in style   Entertainment 2013-05-05T20:55:58+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/lupus/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/lupus/ Lupus Foundation of America, N.C. Chapter to Kick Off Lupus Awareness Month in May Educational programs and events taking place throughout North Carolina CHARLOTTE, N.C. – April 29, 2013 – A recent survey found that a majority of Americans have never heard of lupus or know little or nothing about lupus beyond its name. The Lupus Foundation of America, North Carolina Chapter (LFANC) is kicking off Lupus Awareness Month in May by asking North Carolinians to Help Solve the Cruel Mystery™ of lupus that affects an estimated 45,000 residents throughout the state.   Culture 2013-05-05T20:37:50+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/alive-after-five-returns-to-pavilion-may-2/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/alive-after-five-returns-to-pavilion-may-2/ Wells Fargo Plaza has passed on the Alive After Five torch to the Pavilion at EPICENTRE CHARLOTTE, NC (April 29, 2013) –Charlotte’s summer time tradition, Alive After Five, returns home to Pavilion at EPICENTRE for a special celebration.   Entertainment 2013-05-05T20:20:49+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/kiss-95.1-becomes-angel-95.1/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/kiss-95.1-becomes-angel-95.1/ Raising awareness and funds for Levine Children’s Hospital Charlotte, N.C.-Monday April 29, 2013-CBS Radio station WNKS KISS 95.1 will become “Angel 95.1FM” all day on May 1, 2013 in honor of 8 year old Angel Thompson from Kannapolis, NC. She was diagnosed when she was five years old with a large brain tumor known as Juvenile Pilocytic Astrocytoma. Entertainment 2013-05-05T20:18:23+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/gantt-center-and-wells-fargo-partner/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/gantt-center-and-wells-fargo-partner/ GANTT CENTER AND WELLS FARGO PARTNER TO PRESENT HENRY LOUIS GATES AND KINSEY COLLECTION Partnership Underscores Identity, Lineage and History CHARLOTTE, N.C. (May 1, 2013) - The Harvey B. Gantt Center will launch its inaugural Gantt Symposium on Thursday, June 27, 2013 with Harvard University's Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Junior. Gates will speak at 6:30 pm at Knight Theater. The 2013 Gantt Symposium - sponsored by Wells Fargo - will also serve as the kick-off for the Center's summer exhibitions which will include The Kinsey Collection: Shared Treasures of Bernard and Shirley Kinsey - Where Art and History Intersect. Culture 2013-05-05T19:26:16+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/richardpetty/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/richardpetty/ Richard Petty Driving Experience Announces “Draw The King” Contest. Celebrates expansion of Junior Ride-Along program with drawing contest judged by Richard Petty ‘The King’ of NASCAR racing.   Entertainment 2013-05-05T19:19:50+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/bubble-charlottes-menu-brings-new-options-to-charlotte/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/bubble-charlottes-menu-brings-new-options-to-charlotte/ Charlotte’s first champagne bar opens its doors this May. CHARLOTE, NC (May 2, 2013) – Opening in a few short weeks, Bubble Charlotte boasts a high-end food and cocktail menu unmatched by any other Uptown venue.   Entertainment 2013-05-05T19:15:42+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/foodlinespeedstreet/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/foodlinespeedstreet/ SIX HEADLINERS FOR 19TH ANNUAL EVENT - THREE-DAY FESTIVAL KICKS OFF MAY 23 HARRISBURG, N.C. (May 1, 2013) – The 19th annual Food Lion Speed Street presented by Coca-Cola welcomes six headliners to the Coca-Cola stage May 23-25 including R&B artists Jon B and SWV, country musicians Randy Houser and Jamey Johnson and rock bands Sister Hazel and Survivor.   Entertainment 2013-05-05T19:04:55+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/platos-closet-opens-charlotte-mega-store/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/platos-closet-opens-charlotte-mega-store/ Plato’s Closet Teen/Young Adult Resale Chain Opens Charlotte Mega Store CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 4, 2013 C Plato’s Closet®, America's largest resale chain for teens and young adults, opens a giant Mega Store at 10215 University City Blvd. (near I-485) to replace a smaller yet thriving store one mile away. Grand opening on Saturday, May 4th, it will be the biggest all 370 Plato’s Closets nationwide and have a million-dollar inventory, 55,000 total items, 3000 jeans, 7500 short sleeve and tee-shirts and 1400 shoe pairs.   Fashion 2013-05-05T18:43:01+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/fight-gone-mad/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/fight-gone-mad/ This month we get to meet two Charlotte-based Canadians who have helped grow their own brand of CLT-born fitness with their facility in the South End:  Fight Gone Mad.   Fitness 2013-05-03T18:48:47+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/bubble-charlotte/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/bubble-charlotte/ While hanging out at the EpiCentre one day, I noticed a huge advertisement for a new establishment coming. “Bubble Charlotte” was its name, and the image of champagne bottles filled me with intrigue. Not knowing quite what to make of a venue focused on this bubbly beverage, I began asking around.  One thing led to another, and voilá! For all of you Charlotteans that are also curious about the fabulous eye-catching Ad at the EpiCentre, here is my interview with  Brad Beltrondo, the Concept Director at Bubble Charlotte.     Nightlife 2013-05-03T18:39:03+00:00