http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/ en steve@elevatelifestyle.com Copyright 2012 2012-02-04T17:45:31+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/elenora-fagan-shinng-gem-in-charlltte/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/elenora-fagan-shinng-gem-in-charlltte/ Elenora Fagan, one shining gem in Charlotte’s Web of talented artists and Mic Check QC’s debut band. After reviewing their self titled debut album Elenora Fagan on Reverb Nation (ranked #38 in Charlotte at the time) I had to meet them.   Fashion, Entertainment 2012-02-04T16:45:31+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/elevate-lifestyle-whiskyriver-charlotte/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/elevate-lifestyle-whiskyriver-charlotte/ This will be the first annual Spring Break Bar Games hosted by Whiskey River. The purpose, of course, being to kick off Spring Break 2012 and get ready for fun in the sun. What better way to start your Spring then showing off your abilities to dominate in drinking games? Entertainment, Nightlife 2012-02-01T21:00:40+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/new-gallery-of-modern-art/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/new-gallery-of-modern-art/ NEW GALLERY OF MODERN ART PRESENTS: stone • earth • paper by Patricia Leighton and Del Geist The opening reception will be held on Thursday, February 23rd, 6-8pm at 435 S. Tryon Street, suite 110, Charlotte, NC 28202 The New Gallery of Modern Art is pleased to announce “stone • earth • paper”, the first exhibit of Patricia Leighton and Del Geist in Charlotte, NC. Both Leighton and Geist have been integrating art into the public realm for more than 25 years. Current UNCC Artists in Residence at Charlotte’s McColl Center for Visual Art, the artists are commissioned by Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) to integrate art into the future UNC Charlotte light rail station and campus site.   Entertainment, Culture 2012-01-21T19:18:16+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/atlantafresh-brings-cow-to-table-greek-yogurt-to-charlotte/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/atlantafresh-brings-cow-to-table-greek-yogurt-to-charlotte/ AtlantaFresh Artisan Creamery, will begin selling its full line of popular Greek Yogurts starting January 20, 2012 in the Charlotte market. All five locations of Healthy Home Market, including the Hickory and Davidson locations will carry the yogurt. The creamery is a two-year-old small batch producer of exquisite handmade Greek Yogurt. Recently awarded its interstate dairy license by the FDA, the Atlanta, Georgia based company is now expanding throughout the Southeast. Whole Foods Market South Region was instrumental in the creamery receiving its FDA license by making available expansion capital to AtlantaFresh Creamery as part of its Local Producer Loan Program. AtlantaFresh is proud to be the first and only local Southeastern creamery supplying Charlotte with fresh milk Greek Yogurt.   Dining 2012-01-20T12:27:12+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/city-tavern-celebrates-13-years-in-charlotte-w-the-opening-of-its-newest-lo/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/city-tavern-celebrates-13-years-in-charlotte-w-the-opening-of-its-newest-lo/ Since the opening of its first location in Charlotte nearly 13 years ago, City Tavern is proud to announce its return to the Dilworth/Myers Park/Southpark area. The reputable restaurant will soon be opening its newest location at the SouthPark Mall. Owner John Weinbrenner and City Tavern customers have long awaited the return to these neighborhoods. “We’re looking forward to our return to this area of Charlotte and to our customers who were so important to our success in the early years. This will be a great opportunity to become reacquainted with some old friends and gain some new ones.”   Dining 2012-01-12T18:47:39+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/wicked-awesome-runners-elevate-lifestyle-charlotte-fitness/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/wicked-awesome-runners-elevate-lifestyle-charlotte-fitness/ After training and coaching running in Winston-Salem, Lynn Larson has decided to bring her running home with her. Starting this February, Larson will be starting up Elkins first running program. Wicked Awesome Runners (W.A.R.) is a 5K (3.1miles) training program designed for people who are currently inactive or new to running and walking.   Fitness 2012-01-10T23:13:24+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/mardis-gras-comes-to-charlotte-elevate-lifestyle-charlotte-nightlife/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/mardis-gras-comes-to-charlotte-elevate-lifestyle-charlotte-nightlife/ Mardi Gras Comes to Charlotte Queen City’s first ever Mardi Gras Parade will benefit Beads for Needs   Entertainment, Nightlife 2012-01-10T23:01:32+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/Francescas-Fancy-Flops-elevate-lifestyle-culture-charlotte/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/Francescas-Fancy-Flops-elevate-lifestyle-culture-charlotte/ Francesca's Fancy Flops teams up with OCEAN. OCEAN is a not for profit organization dedicated to celebrating and protecting the earth's ocean and its creatures.   Culture 2012-01-09T23:19:18+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/charlottes-24-hour-cancer-charity-cycling-event-sells-out-in-less-than-a-da/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/charlottes-24-hour-cancer-charity-cycling-event-sells-out-in-less-than-a-da/ Registration for the 11th Annual 24 Hours of Booty presented by Levine Cancer Institute in Charlotte sold out in less than one day. 24 Hours of Booty, Inc., which runs the Official 24-Hour Cycling Event of LIVESTRONG and the premier national 24-hour road cycling charity event in the country, filled up its 1,200 slots for the Charlotte event taking place on July 27-28, 2012. Slots for the reboot program will open on Friday, Jan. 6 at 9:00AM (EST).   Fitness 2012-01-06T22:24:37+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/the-ace-tj-show-announces-new-co-host-elevate-lifestyle/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/the-ace-tj-show-announces-new-co-host-elevate-lifestyle/ The Ace & TJ Show announced this morning that Monica Palumbo will be joining the show as a co-host. Monica has been filling in on the show since May while she continued her fourth year as Miss Sprint Cup on the NASCAR circuit.   Entertainment 2012-01-06T18:28:52+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/24-hours-of-booty-charity-cycling-event-registration-to-roll-out-january-4/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/24-hours-of-booty-charity-cycling-event-registration-to-roll-out-january-4/ 24 Hours of Booty, Inc. announced today that registration for its 2012 cancer charity cycling events, including the 11th Annual 24 Hours of Booty presented by Levine Cancer Institute, will kick off on Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2012 at 9:00AM (EST). All participants must register online at www.24hoursofbooty.org.   Culture 2011-12-16T16:05:38+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/take-a-magic-carpet-ride-at-charlottes-newest-mellow-mushroom-elevate/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/take-a-magic-carpet-ride-at-charlottes-newest-mellow-mushroom-elevate/ When Mellow Mushroom opens its second Charlotte location in Ballantyne Village on December 12, patrons can feed their senses both from Mellow's famous menu and from the store's trippy décor themed from Steppenwolf’s “Magic Carpet Ride."     Dining 2011-12-16T16:01:20+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/united-way-young-leaders-fight-hunger-one-project-at-a-time-week-to-fight-h/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/united-way-young-leaders-fight-hunger-one-project-at-a-time-week-to-fight-h/ Did you know that North Carolina presently ranks sixth in the U.S. in terms of the highest percentage of citizens experiencing food hardships every month? Did you also know that the unemployment rate for the Charlotte metro area jumped from 4.9% to 13% and is expected to end 2011 around 10.9%? As a result, food insecurity levels in our city and the surrounding areas have increased drastically in a very short period of time. The United Way Young Leaders group will hold their annual Week to Fight Hunger on November 7-14 to increase awareness of the needs in our community and to get young professionals engaged in community service focused on serving the hungry.   Culture 2011-12-16T15:55:35+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/ingersoll-rand-increases-united-way-campaign-contribution-by-74-over-last-y/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/ingersoll-rand-increases-united-way-campaign-contribution-by-74-over-last-y/ Charlotte, N.C., December 9, 2011 – Christmas came early in Davidson when Ingersoll Rand presented a check for $831,622.14 to United Way of Central Carolinas, an increase of 74% over last year’s contribution. The campaign is the largest in the history of Ingersoll Rand’s Davidson campus, which serves as Ingersoll Rand’s North American headquarters and corporate center.   Culture 2011-12-16T15:45:28+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/whiskey-river-boots-bikinis-finale-next-tuesday-elevate-lifestyle/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/whiskey-river-boots-bikinis-finale-next-tuesday-elevate-lifestyle/ Whisky River’s popular monthly Boots & Bikinis competition culminates with crowning of Miss 2011 at the Boots & Bikinis Finale next Tuesday, December 20.   Nightlife 2011-12-16T15:40:42+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/charlotte-seen-fashion-week-fashion-designers/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/charlotte-seen-fashion-week-fashion-designers/ This year we have an assortment of local fashion designers who have proven that fashion does prevail. With years of experience behind each designer’s belt, you will be blown away by the talent that North Carolina has to offer. Ranging from contemporary to couture, Charlotte Seen Fashion Week’s fashion designers should not be missed! From detail to detail, we can only assure you that there are no other pieces like these. Get to know each designer a little more and then make contact to get your custom-made outfit today.   2011-12-08T01:15:34+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/charlotte-seen-fashion-week-emerging-fashion-designers/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/charlotte-seen-fashion-week-emerging-fashion-designers/ The fashion industry is always on the look out for emerging designers. Many of these young designers showcased in Charlotte Seen Fashion Week have studied fashion design or simply started from their own encounters and hobbies. Each designer has their own story and this has been reflected through their design techniques and style. With hopes of making an impact on the community these designers are more than happy to share what they have been working on in the past few months. Dedication and passion to their craft have brought them all a long way. Lets welcome these designers with open arms.   Fashion 2011-12-08T00:27:34+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/carolina-brewery-beer-now-in-charlotte-flagship-ipa-cans-debut/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/carolina-brewery-beer-now-in-charlotte-flagship-ipa-cans-debut/ Carolina Brewery Inks Distribution Deal with Bealer Wholesale Award-Winning Beers Now Available In the Charlotte, NC region Carolina Brewery's Flagship India Pale Ale Debuts In Cans   Nightlife 2011-11-29T23:59:17+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/local-dance-fitness-company-raises-over-10000-for-susan-g.-komen-for-the-cu/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/local-dance-fitness-company-raises-over-10000-for-susan-g.-komen-for-the-cu/ Breast cancer is the leading cause of cancer death among women worldwide, with approximately 1.4 million new cases diagnosed each year. October was Breast Cancer Awareness Month and while many were participating in the traditional Breast Cancer Walks, others put on their dancing shoes to help raise money for the cure. On October 22, local dance-fitness company Queen City DanceOut! hosted their 2nd annual Party in Pink Zumbathon to benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Zumba Fitness - a very populare dance-fitness craze - teamed up with Susan G. Koman for a global Party in Pink movement to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer research and community outreach programs.   Fitness 2011-11-29T15:07:04+00:00 http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/steve-villa-named-president-of-tech-start-up-elevate-lifestyle/ http://www.elevatelifestyle.com/magazine/v/steve-villa-named-president-of-tech-start-up-elevate-lifestyle/ OverstockAds is pleased to announce Steve Villa has joined the company as President. Villa is the former CEO of Muzak and has served in various C-level positions for companies with revenues ranging from $1 million to $1 billion. His leadership experience, strong financial background and expertise in the small business segment will be instrumental as OverstockAds prepares for national expansion. OverstockAds will expand to 50 markets in the first half of 2012.   Lifestyle 2011-11-29T14:51:29+00:00