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Inside Book Buyers: A Charlotte Used Bookstore Built to Last

A friend told me about this place. I checked out their Instagram and knew…

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COCOCOHome’s brick storefront in Charlotte has big windows, a green door, accessible parking, ramp, and “Explore Charlotte” on the sidewalk.

COCOCOHome Furniture Company

Handcrafted furniture from North Carolina,
made just for you—comfort and style, your way.

Indoor pickleball courts at Carolina Pickleball Club in Charlotte, with locals playing under bright lights and "EXPLORE CHARLOTTE" on the floor.

Carolina Pickleball Club in Kannapolis

Join the Excitement. Play Pickleball All Season

Your local guide to Charlotte, NC

Explore Charlotte is an independent local guide to the Queen City and the towns around it, from Uptown and South End to Lake Norman, Concord and Salisbury. We write about the places locals actually love: the best coffee shops in Charlotte, unique things to do, parks for a Sunday walk and family days out.

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