Charlotte Kids' Directory

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Table of Contents

Around the House Clean Kidz .....................................17 Fireplace & Granite Distributors ....26 Business Opportunities Hidden Values ...............................30 Moms Making 6 Figures ................32 Work at Home United ....................37 Younique ..........................................7 Camps Camp Embrace..............................37 DiscoverTechnology.org ................29 Discovery Place ...............................8 Summer Camp & Activities Guide Pages ...............14, 20, 28, 34, 40 Dance & Gymnastics AerialCLT .......................................35 Caroline Calouche & Co ................21 Charlotte Jr Gym ...........................41 Encore Studios ..............................31 Fun 2B Fit! .....................................25 Glory Cheerleading Experience.....37 King David Christian Conservatory .38 Little Gym ......................................47 Miller Street Dance Academy ........48 Showcase Dance Centre ...............15 Visions Dance Academy ................23 Zeal for Life Dance Company ........33 Educational Resources Achieve Therapy Services .............36 Brain Balance ................................27 Child Care Resources ...................27 Engineering For Kids .....................25 Eye Level Learning Centers ..........32 Life Long Learning .........................33 Pediatric Boulevard .......................10 Speech Matters .............................33 Tutoring Club of Charlotte..............15 Young Engineers of Today .............19 Young Writers Academy ................31

Equestrian Leg Up Equestrian .........................39 Whispering Hope Farm..................39 Food Products & Services Boneheads Grill .............................46 Cold Stone Creamery ......................7 Decadent Design Bakery ...............23 Dilworth Neighborhood Grille.........44 Kids Eat Free Guide Pages ...........................44, 45, 46 Maddy Fatty .....................................8 The Randazzos’ Grid Iron ..............45 Martial Arts Instruction Black Belt USA ..............................21 Sangrock Black Belt World ............19 UFC Gym.......................................40 Medical & Dental Carolina Kids Dentistry ....................5 Kempter Family Dentistry ..........9, 43 Kidz Dental Central..........................2 Lake Pointe Dentistry ....................16 Pineville Pediatrics ........................36 SouthEnd Pediatrics ......................39 Video Prenatal .................................5 Young & Polite Children’s Dentistry 22 Music, Acting & Art Acting Out Studio...........................33 Acting Up Performing Arts Studio ..36 Drama Kids International .................4 Rock University..............................25 Party Ideas A Bounceable Time..........................4 Air Castles Inflatables ....................35 Atomz Lab .....................................35 Cutie Patootie Kids Spa.................31 Enchanted Moments......................10 Five Star Limousine .......................10 Frankie’s Carnival Games .............27 GameTruck Charlotte ....................43

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Glamorous Girlz Spa .....................23 Green’s Playhouses ......................38 Jubilation .......................................27 Little Dreamer Productions ............37 Monkey Business Entertainment ...22 Morton Amusements......................41 Roll-N-Play ....................................13 Royal Limousine ............................38 Pets Carolina Pets Animal Hospital .......42 Photography Ray Kenner Photography ..............18 Retail & Consignment Cozy Kids Furniture & More ............3 Kid to Kid .........................................4 Schools Aristotle Preparatory Academy ......42 Calvary Child Development Center.13 Children of Faith Preschool ...........19 Concord Children’s Academy ........ 11 Cranfield Academy ........................47 Dream Children Knowledge is Power .8 Happy Haven Academy .................41 Nana’s Place .................................21 Tega Cay Children’s Academy...1, 24 The Learning Experience ................9 The Speech Garden Institute.........39 Tilly’s Childcare..............................15 Sports Instruction Aqua Tots Swim School .................17 Blakeney Racquet & Swim Club ....42 Extreme Ice Center........................30 Little Otter Swim School ................12 Soccer Shots ...................................7 Transportation Totz N Teenz on Wheelz ................13

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ACADEMIC SUPPORT & TUTORING CONTACT AGE Brain Balance, pg 27 www.brainbalancecenters.com 4 yrs - 17 yrs Pineville 704-540-6363 Cornelius 704-655-1334 A 3 hr per week, 12 week program of targeted, intense sensory, motor & cognitive stimulation to help children with ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism Spectrum Disorder and other neurobehavioral challenges. Make the upcoming school year a success with a Brain Balance summer!

Eye Level Learning Centers, pg 32 3 yrs - 16 yrs Five locations in the Greater Charlotte area www.MyEyeLevel.com Eye Level will help your child excel academically all summer long, and beyond! We individualize each program to fit the needs for any student and help them succeed. Our math program offers basic and critical thinking. Our English program focuses on reading and writing. We will teach your child that learning can be fun!

Speech Matters, pg 33 704-307-9541 Birth - Adults 17228 Lancaster Highway, Suite 212, Charlotte 28277 www.speechmattersclinic.com Quality private speech therapy services for children and adults of all ages. Cognition, social interaction, language expression, speech production, feeding, auditory processing, and Autism. Convenient to South Charlotte, Waxhaw, Union County, Ballantyne, Blakeney and Fort Mill.

Tutoring Club of Charlotte/Ballantyne, pg 15 704-542-2322 4 yrs - 18 yrs 16131 Lancaster Hwy #110, Charlotte 28277 www.tutoringclub.com/charlotte Individualized summer programs in READING, MATH & WRITING. Summer is the best time to catch up or get ahead. FREE diagnostic assessments & NO ENROLLMENT FEES for all summer programs. Certified & experienced teachers. Space is limited-reserve your spot early!

CREATIVE ARTS & MUSIC CONTACT AGE Acting Out Studio, pg 33 704-246-7118 5 yrs - Adults Locations in South Charlotte, Noda & Huntersville www.actingoutstudio.com Come spend the summer at our “Lights, Camera, Action” Half Day and full day Summer Camps. Offered every week of the summer & always a different theme! But always Acting for the Camera! All camps M-F 9-12pm or 9-4pm. Year Round Acting Classes Kids-Adults also offered! Register online. Enrolling all Camps and Classes Now! Acting Up Performing Arts Studio, pg 36 704-313-UACT (8228) 3 yrs - teens 10823 John Price Rd #E, Charlotte 28273 www.actingupcarolina.com Act, Sing and Dance all summer at Acting Up! Acting Up camps provide a growth experience by setting the stage for self-confidence, communication and teamwork. Kids are sure to increase skills in acting, singing, and dancing while making new friends. Each camp concludes with a presentation for family and friends.

Drama Kids International, pg 4 704-721-0932 5 yrs - 11 yrs Several Locations www.dramakids.com/nc3/ Enroll in Drama Kids Summer Camp Today! Everyone’s getting into the act this summer. Improvisations, theater games, mini-scripts, and a dramatic presentation for family and friends. Don’t miss out! The Difference is Dramatic!

DAY CAMPS & PROGRAMS CONTACT AGE Blakeney Racquet & Swim Club, pg 42 704-841-7529 4 yrs & up 10607 Rea Road, Charlotte 28277 www.blakeneyclub.com Spend your summer with us! Full and half day camps in tennis, or for the young athlete who enjoys a wide variety of sports our multi-sports camp is a dream come true. Swim lessons during camp. Great Prices!!!

Calvary Child Development Center, pg 13 704-341-5358 2 yrs - 2nd Grade 5801 Pineville-Matthews Rd, Charlotte 28226 www.calvarycdc.com Calvary Child Development Center offers Summer Fun! Our program provides a rich summer experience combining fun & educational experiences for children turning 2 by 3/31/2014 through completed 2nd graders. Different themes each week, we have many options available to meet your needs! Prop Rooms provide extra fun!

Camp Embrace, pg 37 704-837-5952 5 yrs - 12 yrs 4925 Silabert Avenue Charlotte, NC 28205 www.projectembrace4you.org An Unforgettable Summer Experience at Camp Embrace! Fun-Filled Field Trips, Dance, Music, Drama, Cultural Exploration, Arts & Crafts, Creative Writing, Fun & Games. All of this for only $60 per week. Camp dates are June 15-Aug 14th.

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DAY CAMPS & PROGRAMS (cont’d) CONTACT AGE Concord Children’s Academy, pg 11 704-723-6400 5 yrs - 12 yrs 1951 Derita Road, Concord 28027 www.concordchildrensacademy.com Join the fun! Weekly themes with off-site field trips. Degreed teachers, low ratios, healthy lunches. Music, soccer, basketball, drama and dance – weekly swimming and movies – all with character education and leadership training.

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DiscoverTechnology.org, pg 29 855-445-3942 1st - 12th Grade Huntersville & Gastonia www.camps.discovertechnology.org Summer Edu-tainment! Fun and exciting engineering and robotic camps. Visit our website for more information.

Discovery Place, pg 8 704-372-6261 x300 Pre K - 9th Grade 301 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202 www.discoveryplace.org Our Summer Camps are a great way to learn about the science of everyday life with a twist of fun and a dose of discovery. Kids will enjoy a science adventure exploring animals, astronomy and other awesome stuff that will get them fired up about science, nature, technology, engineering and art. Full and half-day Camps available.

Dream Children Knowledge is Power, pg 8 704-503-5823 or 704-506-6053 Charlotte www.knowledgeispowerinc.org Engaging your child in extracurricular activities combined with academic studies, enhances a child’s ability to learn.

Engineering For Kids, pg 25 704-750-5335 4 yrs - 14 yrs Charlotte and Union County locations www.engineeringforkids.com We put the excitement in S.T.E.M. education by offering age appropriate, inquiry based, hands-on-learning through FUN activities from designing & constructing rockets, hot air balloons, & roller coasters to LEGO® Robotics and video game designing! Theme based Engineering, LEGO® Robotics & Game Design Camp. Full/Half Day camps available.

Happy Haven Academy, pg 41 704-537-9336 5 yrs - 12 yrs 8823 Albemarle Rd. Charlotte 28227 www.newheavenministry.org Come have a blast with us this summer! A theme for every week! An extension of the STEM program! Camp hours are Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm. One time registration Fee: $35, Weekly fee: $75.

Life Long Learning, pg 33 980-345-7974 K - 8th grade 10700-R Kettering Drive, Charlotte 28226 www.embracethejourneywell.com Full day academic and specialty camp! Before and after camp care available. Sibling discounts available. Call for more information.

Miller Street Dance Academy, pg 48 www.millerstreetdanceacademy.com 4 yrs - 8 yrs 11532 Providence Rd, Ste O, Charlotte 704-889-TOES (8637) 967 Market St, Ste 100, Fort Mill 803-396-JAZZ (5299) MSDA’s themed day camps feature a variety of dance, cheer and tumbling along with art, crafts, games and obstacle courses. Led by our award-winning instructors, our dance camps are fun and a great way to make new friends in a warm and loving environment. Perfect for boys and girls ages 4 yrs - 8 yrs! Check out our themes and register online!

Pediatric Boulevard, pg 10 704-821-0568 2 yrs - 20 yrs 2814 Gray Fox Road, Indian Trail 28079 www.pediatricboulevard.com Our Social Skills groups are designed to foster peer interaction & provide guidelines to help your children succeed in specific social situations. Our licensed speech-language pathologists will teach necessary skills throughout the 8-week course, with each class having a specific goal to accomplish. Call & sign up for a group today!!

The Learning Experience, pg 9 www.thelearningexperience.com 6 yrs - 12 yrs Steelecreek: 704-588-4504 Mooresville: 704-660-3380 Give your child a summer to remember. Weekly themes with fun and adventure. 4, 6, 8, & 10 week programs.

Summer Reading, foreign language, craft & scrap booking, gem mining, photography, Mad Science, wacky water days and so much more! Let’s have fun this summer!

The Speech Garden Institute, pg 39 704-609-8255 2 yrs - Rising 5th St. Gabriel’s Catholic Church, 3016 Providence Rd www.speechgarden.org Half-day summer camp for children with expressive, receptive, social language, and/or articulation disorders, where learning is meaningful and fun. Heavy focus on learning through movement, music, literacy, hands-on science experiments and other fun social activities.

Tilly’s Childcare, pg 15 704-431-3667 5 yrs - 12 yrs 8866 Rocky River Road, Harrisburg 28075 www.tillyschildcare.com Ready to have an exhilarating summer? We have a team of camp counselors that are ready to enjoy the summer with your kids! Field Trips, sports clinics, crafts, special guests and more! We have something planned every week! Our camp is open to all children ages 5-12. We have camp packages to choose from and we are taking registration now!

Young Engineers of Today, pg 19 980-224-0430 9 yrs - High School 9502 Providence Rd, Charlotte 28277 (Charlotte Latin School) www.YoungEngineersOfToday.com We are a STEM enrichment program with over 28 years of experience teaching kids engineering, programming and robotics throughout the State. We are the pioneers in the industry. Our camps are shaped by our experience, discoveries and passion. Come explore with us!

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DAY CAMPS & PROGRAMS (cont’d) CONTACT AGE Young Writers Academy, pg 31 704-779-0232 4 yrs - Teen Charlotte & Huntersville Locations www.YoungWritersAcademy.com Calling all creative minds...we have your playground this summer! Campers will have a blast developing commercials, news broadcasts, comic books, original songs, stage plays, short fiction, professionally published stories, poetry and more. We offer half-day & full-day camps, classes, tutoring and publication services.

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Leg Up Equestrian, pg 39 803-230-8121 7 yrs - 14 yrs 8801 Collins Rd, Fort Mill 29715 www.legupequestrian.com Featured on Fox News Charlotte! - A Complete Horsemanship Experience! Adopt-a-Horse for the week, riding lessons, games on horseback, trail-rides, grooming & bathing. All about horsemanship, teamwork & having fun. Gain confidence, learn riding skills & earn ribbons in our weekly camp Horse Show & cookout - parents invited!

Whispering Hope Farm, pg 39 704-674-8911 5 yrs - 12 yrs 1856 Crowders Creek Road, Gastonia 28052 www.WhisperingHopeFarm.com Experience Life On A Farm with 8 different kinds of Animals! Lots of hands on animal time! Ride horses! Feed the animals -even the babies! Milk goats and a cow! Make homemade bread and butter! Make Cheese! Handle eggs in incubator! Other activities on website! Come take a Homesteading Class or plan a party!

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Atomz Lab, pg 35 704-651-8989 3 yrs - 12 yrs 9608 Longstone Ln, Charlotte 28277 www.atomzlab.com This summer, goggles aren’t just for the pool! ~ Children ages 3 to 12 can step into the Wonderful World of Science with one of Atomz Lab’s Sizzling Summer Camps that is entertaining yet educational. Guaranteed Explosive Fun! Register Now. GYMNASTICS, DANCE & CHEERLEADING

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AerialCLT, pg 35 980-292-1593 8 yrs - 14 yrs 617 E 28th St, Charlotte 28205; 7510 Pineville Matthews Rd, Charlotte 28226 www.aerialclt.com Kids love summer camps. You love sending your kid to summer camps. What could possibly be better than an AERIAL summer camp? Your child will get to flip, bounce, swing, climb, and spin around in a safe and supportive learning environment. Aerial silks, Aerial Hammock, Tumbling, Crafts, Fun & Friends!

Caroline Calouche & Co, pg 21 704-844-0449 6 yrs - 12 yrs 9315-E Monroe Road, Charlotte, NC 28270 www.carolinecalouche.org This summer we have a CIRCUS CAMP and an AERIAL AND DANCE CAMP that will have your child soaring to new heights! Students will learn amazing skills in aerial dance, circus arts and dance from our professionally trained staff.

No prior experience necessary, just a desire to move & have fun!

Charlotte Jr Gym, pg 41 704-333-3242 18 mo - 6 yrs 201 Rampart Street, Charlotte 28203 www.charlottejrgym.com A safe & fun place where exploring is encouraged & making the connection between the imagination & actually doing is part of the experience. We’re a place that helps build your child’s coordination, confidence & imagination. Summer Camps for ages 3yrs-5yrs. Winter/Spring classes for ages 18mo-6yrs. Birthday Parties for ages 2yrs-5yrs.

Encore Studios, pg 31 www.DanceAtEncoreStudios.com 2½ yrs & up 821 Crossroads Plaza, Fort Mill 29708 803-802-0855 226 N. Park Square, Lancaster 29720 803-285-1055 Enroll Now For Fun Summer Dance Camps & Fall Session. Ages 2 to Adult. Boys Welcome! Shop our Dancewear Boutique. We build self-esteem, respect, independence, and physical fitness through the fun-filled and exciting arts of dance and gymnastics. Not all dance schools are the same!

Fun 2B Fit!, pg 25 704-948-8386 3 yrs - 12 yrs 14311-B Hunters Rd, Huntersville 28078 www.funtobefit.net Half day camps have the thrills of gymnastics & sports to creative arts & crafts. Fun learning at story time & snack treats. Outdoor time consists of ball games, playground fun & water play days. Full day camps have lots of gymnastics, trampoline, balance beam, monkey bars, climbing ropes, tumbling, soccer, t-ball, basketball, and more!

Glory Cheerleading Experience, pg 37 704-968-5926 3 yrs - 18 yrs 8702-O Statesville Rd, Charlotte 28269 www.glorycheerleading.com Children learn about all aspects of cheerleading in safe and fun environment. Every athlete learns the importance of goal setting, teamwork, and discipline. We strive to motivate youth, raise self-esteem, and promote healthy lifestyles.

We offer cheer classes, tumbling lessons, one on one instruction, and all-star cheerleading. Come join today!

King David Christian Conservatory, pg 38 704-845-9116 3 yrs - Adult 2200-B Coronation Blvd, Charlotte 28227 www.kingdavidchristianconservatory.com Four-week summer session offering professional instruction in ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, and modern dance for ages 3-adult. Sibling discount available.

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Little Gym, pg 47 www.thelittlegym.com 3 yrs - 10 yrs Huntersville/Lake Norman: 704-948-7665 Ballantyne: 980-237-3863 Charlotte on Providence: 704-365-3838 Little Gym Anytime Summertime Kids Camps are Serious Fun. Build your own summertime adventure- choose from weekly creative themes to the amount of days you would like your child to visit. Each day holds its own surprises, from special visitors & awesome games, to tumbling skills and arts and crafts. All designed for Serious Fun! Showcase Dance Centre, pg 15 704-573-3392 2 yrs & up 8109 Fairview Road, Mint Hill 28075 www.showcasedance.net Evening Summer Dance Classes. Let us Showcase Your Talent with classes in hip hop, ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical and acrobatics with qualified dance instructors! Learn to dance in a fun family atmosphere. Discounts for families and boys. Call Now to Reserve your spot!

Visions Dance Academy, pg 23 704-246-7730 2.5 yrs & up 3122 Fincher Farm Road #200, Matthews 28105 www.visionsdancenc.com SUMMER DANCE at VISIONS DANCE! We offer week long Camps including a different theme each week-Princess, Frozen, American Girl, Pop Star. Activities include DANCE, Story time, Movie time, Arts & Crafts, Design studio T-shirt. SUMMER 6 WEEK DANCE CLASS-Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical/Contemporary. ENROLLING NOW!!!

Zeal for Life Dance Company, pg 33 704-443-2623 K - 8th Grade 11014-C Monroe Rd, Matthews 28105 www.zfldance.com Camp Zeal-A-Ration, a full day (7:00am-5:45pm) camp for Girls and Boys. Weekly Themes, Dance, Hip-Hop, Cheer, Gymnastics, Academic Enrichment and Crafts. Field trips EVERY week!

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Aqua Tots Swim School, pg 17 704-612-4646 6 mo & up 11926 Providence Rd West, Charlotte 28277 www.aquatots-charlotte.com Our goal at Aqua-Tots Swim Schools is to teach the individual skills of swimming that will produce a competent swimmer in all strokes. Our program allows students to continue building his or her abilities with consistent reinforcement and repetition.

Black Belt USA, pg 21 704-595-1945 11915 N Tryon St, Charlotte 28262 www.blackbeltusa.net BBUSA Summer Camp is about kids’ self-defense, relaxation and having fun doing a variety of activities such as swimming, sporting games & field trips. We have designed this inventive Camp to expand upon things that we don’t usually get to do in regular class. Every week your child will have a balanced experience of learning new arts & skills.

Extreme Ice Center, pg 30 704-882-1830 5 yrs - 12 yrs 4705 Indian Trail-Fairview Rd, Indian Trail 28079 www.xicenter.com A week long summer day camp filled with on and off ice activities. Includes breakfast, lunch & snack. Also includes daily skate lessons, movie/nap time. Each day is packed with crafts, games, & fun! Stay “cool” with us this summer and leave the sunscreen at home!

Little Otter Swim, pg 12 704-846-7946 6 mo & up Matthews & Huntersville www.littleotterswim.com We proudly provide year-round, small group instruction in our warm indoor swimming pool where parents can watch their children’s progress from the comfortable viewing gallery.

Sangrock Black Belt World, pg 19 www.sangrock.com 4 yrs & up Matthews: 704-814-9966, Charlotte: 704-847-1099, Wesley Chapel: 704-821-0829 Taekwondo camp at Sangrock will keep your child entertained all summer in safe, fun and structured atmosphere.

Its age specific program. Each week has different theme. In addition to practicing Taekwondo each week is filled with field trip and lots of fun!

Soccer Shots, pg 7 704-890-0988 2 yrs - 8 yrs Charlotte and surrounding areas www.soccershots.org/charlotte The #1 Children’s Fitness Franchise in the country, is having several 6-8 week long seasons & 1 wk, ½ day camps this summer. A great introduction to soccer that emphasizes basic soccer skills, character building, & fun! Our goal is simple: leave a lasting, positive impact on every child we serve. Check us out online for locations, days, & times!

UFC Gym, pg 40 www.ufcgym.com 6 yrs & up 11930 Providence Rd W, Charlotte 28277 (704) 544-8321 1916 Sardis Rd N, Matthews 28270 (704) 814-0807 Summer camp focuses on children’s development in coordination, confidence, and focus. Fitness elements include cardio, speed and agility, flexibility and group fitness focused games.

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Totz N Teenz on Wheelz, pg 13 980-219-7020 2 yrs - 18 yrs Charlotte and surrounding areas www.tntow.net Transportation shuttle services designed with Kidz in mind! We get them there when you can’t. Activities for pick up/ drop off include: Camps, Schools, Sports, Artistic Rehearsals/lessons, Doctor/ Dental appts, child care providers, CMS Shuttle stops, field trips & more!

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A Bounceable Time, pg 4 803-684-9594 All ages Charlotte and surrounding areas www.abounceabletime.com A Bounce Around can make your next event fabulous! We have the best selection of Slides, Rock Walls, Trackless Trains, Bounce Houses, Obstacles, Concessions, Combo Units, Tents, tables, chairs & photo booths. Be sure and see our coupons in our KD ad.

Air Castles Inflatables, pg 35 704-667-5867 All ages Charlotte and surrounding areas www.aircastlefun.com We believe in good service, high-quality equipment, and honest hard work, and will strive to make your gathering something special that you will remember. It is our goal to exceed your expectations for service and quality and to do it at an affordable price.

Frankie’s Carnival Games, pg 27 704-776-5075 All Ages Charlotte and surrounding areas www.frankiescarnivalgames.com Add Fun and Excitement to any Event or Occasion. Carnival games, concession equipment, popcorn machine, cotton candy, sno cone, Inflatables, Carnival prizes, Sand art, and more!

GameTruck Charlotte, pg 43 704-900-7798 5 yrs & up Charlotte and surrounding areas www.gametruckparty.com/charlotte Mobile Video Game Entertainment AND with Laser Tag we bring the gaming outside too! The perfect fun party or safe onsite field trip activity for your summer program. The clean, self-powered, climate-controlled GameTruck is outfitted with four HD flat screens and over 100 games to choose from. We also offer Educational Programs!

Morton Amusements, pg 41 803-329-5767 All Ages Charlotte and surrounding areas www.mortonamusement.com Best Prices! Safe, clean, insured units. Best selection around. We are family owned & care about earning your business for many years to come. After you talk with all our competitors, what will stand out most is our price. Better product, Better Quality and BEST Prices.

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Monday

Afton Tavern 355 John Galt Way, Concord 28027 (704) 262-7866 Kids 12yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal all day on Monday. Two kids per adult entrée.

Big Ben British Pub & Restaurant 2000 South Blvd, Charlotte 28203 (704) 817-9697 Kids 12yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal all day on Monday. One kid per adult entrée.

Dilworth Neighborhood Grille 911 E Morehead St, Charlotte 28204 (704) 377-3808 Kids 10yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal all day on Monday through Thursday. One kid per adult entrée.

Ledo’s Pizza 489 S Herlong Ave, Rock Hill, SC 29732 (803) 980-5336 Kids 12yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal all day on Monday. One kid per adult entrée.

Mario’s Pizza & Italian Restaurant 2349 Cherry Road, Rock Hill 29732 (803) 366-6777 Kids 3yrs & under eat for free from the buffet 11:30am-2pm seven days per week. Kids 10yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal from 4pm-9pm on Mon & Tue. One kid per adult entrée. Dine in only. Not combined with any other offers.

Nan and Byron’s 1714 South Blvd, Charlotte 28203 (980) 224-7492 Kids 12yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal between 5pm-7pm on Sun, Mon, Tue & Wed. One kid per adult entrée.

The Randazzos’ Grid Iron 13105 South Tryon, Charlotte 28278 (704) 588-1130 Kids 10yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal all day every day. One child per adult dinner entrée. Dine in only.

The Round Bistro 2609 S New Hope Rd, Gastonia, NC 28056 (704) 864-2791 Kids 6yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal all day on Sunday & Monday. One kid per adult entrée.

Three Amigos Check website for participating locations www.threeamigoscharlotte.com Kids 12yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal all day on Monday. Two kid per adult entrée. Dine in only.

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Andele Mexican Restaurant 1096 Concord Pkwy, Concord (704) 262-3506 Kids 12yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal all day on Tue. One kid per adult entrée.

Dilworth Neighborhood Grille 911 E Morehead St, Charlotte (704) 377-3808 Kids 10yrs & under get a free Kids’ Meal all day on Monday through Thursday. One kid per adult entrée.

Mario’s Pizza & Italian Restaurant 2349 Cherry Road, Rock Hill (803) 366-6777 Kids 3yrs & under eat for free from the buffet 11:30am-2pm seven days per week. Kids 10yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal from 4pm-9pm on Mon & Tue. One kid per adult entrée. Dine in only. Not combined with any other offers.

Nan and Byron’s (980) 224-7492 1714 South Blvd, Charlotte 28203 Kids 12yrs & under get a free Kids’ Meal 5pm-7pm on Sun, Mon, Tue & Wed. One kid per adult entrée.

The Randazzos’ Grid Iron (704) 588-1130 13105 South Tryon, Charlotte 28278 Kids 10yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal all day every day. One child per adult dinner entrée. Dine in only.

Wednesday

Dilworth Neighborhood Grille 911 E Morehead St, Charlotte 28204 (704) 377-3808 Kids 10yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal all day on Monday through Thursday. One kid per adult entrée.

East Coast Wings & Grill Check website for participating locations eastcoastwings.com Kids 12yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal after 4pm on Wednesday. One kid per adult entrée.

Fort Mill BBQ 737 Stockbridge Dr, Fort Mill 29708 (803) 548-7400 Kids 10yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal all day on Wednesday. One kid per adult entrée. Dine in only.

Foster’s Grille 8520 Pit Stop Rd Court, Concord 28027 (704) 979-3663 Kids 12yrs and under get a Kids’ Meal for $1 from 5pm - 9pm on Wednesday. One kid per adult entrée.

Mario’s Pizza & Italian Restaurant 2349 Cherry Road, Rock Hill 29732 (803) 366-6777 Kids 3yrs & under eat for free from the buffet 11:30am-2pm seven days per week. Kids 10yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal from 4pm-9pm on Mon & Tue. One kid per adult entrée. Dine in only. Not combined with any other offers.

Mia Famiglia Restaurante and Pizzeria 7870 Idlewild Rd, Indian Trail, NC 28079 (704) 882-8882 Kids 12yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal all day on Wednesday. One kid per $8 adult entrée.

Nan and Byron’s 1714 South Blvd, Charlotte 28203 (980) 224-7492 Kids 12yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal between 5pm-7pm on Sun, Mon, Tue & Wed. One kid per adult entrée.

Q-Shack BBQ 10822 Providence Rd, Charlotte 28277 (704) 542-5959 Kids 12yrs and under get a Kids’ Meal for $1 after 4pm on Wednesday. One kid per adult entrée. Dine-in only.

Romano’s Pizza 349 Copperfield Blvd. NE, Concord 28025 (704) 782-5020 Kids 12yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal after 5pm on Wednesday. One kid per adult entrée.

Thai House 4008 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28056 (704) 823-1797 Kids 9yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal all day on Wednesday & Thursday. One kid per adult entrée.

The Randazzos’ Grid Iron 13105 South Tryon, Charlotte 28278 (704) 588-1130 Kids 10yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal all day every day. One child per adult dinner entrée. Dine in only.

Thursday

Dilworth Neighborhood Grille 911 E Morehead St, Charlotte 28204 (704) 377-3808 Kids 10yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal all day on Monday through Thursday. One kid per adult entrée.

Mario’s Pizza & Italian Restaurant 2349 Cherry Road, Rock Hill 29732 (803) 366-6777 Kids 3yrs & under eat for free from the buffet 11:30am-2pm seven days per week. Kids 10yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal from 4pm-9pm on Mon & Tue. One kid per adult entrée. Dine in only. Not combined with any other offers.

Thai House 4008 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28056 (704) 823-1797 Kids 9yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal all day on Wednesday & Thursday. One kid per adult entrée.

The Randazzos’ Grid Iron 13105 South Tryon, Charlotte 28278 (704) 588-1130 Kids 10yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal all day every day. One child per adult dinner entrée. Dine in only.

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Mario’s Pizza & Italian Restaurant 2349 Cherry Road, Rock Hill 29732 (803) 366-6777 Kids 3yrs & under eat for free from the buffet 11:30am-2pm seven days per week. Kids 10yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal from 4pm-9pm on Mon & Tue. One kid per adult entrée. Dine in only. Not combined with any other offers.

The Randazzos’ Grid Iron 13105 South Tryon, Charlotte 28278 (704) 588-1130 Kids 10yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal all day every day. One child per adult dinner entrée. Dine in only.

Saturday

Mario’s Pizza & Italian Restaurant 2349 Cherry Road, Rock Hill 29732 (803) 366-6777 Kids 3yrs & under eat for free from the buffet 11:30am-2pm seven days per week. Kids 10yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal from 4pm-9pm on Mon & Tue. One kid per adult entrée. Dine in only. Not combined with any other offers.

The Randazzos’ Grid Iron 13105 South Tryon, Charlotte 28278 (704) 588-1130 Kids 10yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal all day every day. One child per adult dinner entrée. Dine in only.

Sunday

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit 15201 John J Delaney Dr, Charlotte, NC 28277 (704) 341-7427 Kids 12yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal all day on Sunday. One kid per adult entrée.

Mario’s Pizza & Italian Restaurant 2349 Cherry Road, Rock Hill 29732 (803) 366-6777 Kids 3yrs & under eat for free from the buffet 11:30am-2pm seven days per week. Kids 10yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal from 4pm-9pm on Mon & Tue. One kid per adult entrée. Dine in only. Not combined with any other offers.

Nan and Byron’s 1714 South Blvd, Charlotte 28203 (980) 224-7492 Kids 12yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal between 5pm-7pm on Sun, Mon, Tue & Wed. One kid per adult entrée.

Sky Asian Bistro 9925 Leitner Dr. Pineville, NC 28134 (980) 237-6072 Kids 9yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal all day on Sunday. One kid per adult entrée.

Tavern at The Mills 8524 Pit Stop Ct NW, Concord 28027 (704) 979-1174 Kids 12yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal after 4pm on Sunday. One kid per adult entrée.

The Randazzos’ Grid Iron 13105 South Tryon, Charlotte 28278 (704) 588-1130 Kids 10yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal all day every day. One child per adult dinner entrée. Dine in only.

The Round Bistro 2609 S New Hope Rd, Gastonia, NC 28056 (704) 864-2791 Kids 6yrs and under get a free Kids’ Meal all day on Sunday & Monday. One kid per adult entrée.

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