Today’s photo shows construction near Romare Bearden Park in Uptown Charlotte. The cranes in the background are the same shown yesterday from a different perspective.
This photo was taken at 300 South Church Street. The following link shows another view of the Charlotte Skyline.
There are so many construction cranes, in Uptown Charlotte, there seems to be one on every corner! Actually I think there are eight cranes at present with several additional construction sites planned.
This photo was taken at 300 South Tyron Street. following is a link to the 300 South Tryon website.
It is theme day … bicycles found in your city … and our contribution presents the idea that sometimes the best thing about a bicycles is where it takes you. In this case the Dandelion Market in Uptown Charlotte. Connie and I often enjoy wine and appetizers at the Dandelion bar on quite Sunday afternoons … Follow this link for interpretations, of the bicycle theme, from around the world.
This photo was taken at 118 West 5th Street in Uptown Charlotte. Following is a link the Dandelion Market website.
Today we show a different perspective … looking down on a construction crane taken from the patio at the Fahrenheit Lounge on the top of the Skye Condos.
This photo was taken at 222 South Caldwell Street.
This construction crane is one of many active in Uptown Charlotte. This specific crane is working on an 31 story apartment tower being built on top of the Mint Museum. Combined the height will be 43 stories.
The perspective of the photo makes it appear that taking this photo was precarious. However, they have built a concrete and metal deck for pedestrians to walk under … actually we walk the long way around because we don’t fully trust the deck.
This photo was taken at 500 South Tryon Street in Uptown Charlotte. Following is a link to an article about Childress Klein to build apartment tower atop Mint Museum.
Our Saturday morning rituals include taking coffee to the Green (a park in front of our condo) and enjoying the activity. We always sit on a bench next to the fish sculptures and fountains. The reason is because they come with built in entertainment. Watching the children play is a joy and this Saturday there was a wedding at Saint Peters Catholic Church next to the fountains. In the background of this photo you can see one of those attending in a very colorful dress.
This photo was taken at 435 South Tryon Street in Uptown Charlotte. Following is a link to a Wikipedia article about the Green.
The good morning special at Dean and Deluca in Uptown Charlotte was French Toast and bacon. And the gentleman behind the sign skillfully and graciously prepares our breakfast every Saturday. We always order bagel sandwiches but the special was very appealing. But what caught my eye was the #goodmorning hashtag (smile).
This photo was taken at 201 South Tryon Street. Following is a link to the Dean and Deluca website.
At first I thought these driggers caution cones said danger … however after googling the word I think Driggers is the name of company. Possibly Driggers Electric & Control CO. This photo was taken at 500 South College Street in Uptown Charlotte.
On a recent walk I noticed this lady in orange waiting for a bus. This photo was taken near Metropolitan Avenue and Charlottetowne Avenue. Following is a link to the CATS (Charlotte Area Transit System) website.
Earlier this week we enjoyed drinks and a meal at our favorite spot, the bar at the Dunhill Hotel. Today we are sharing this photos of the Dunhill sunflowers on display in the lobby.
This photo was taken at 237 North Tryon Street in Uptown Charlotte. Following is a link to the Dunhill Hotel website.
Plants in the 4th Ward Park a few blocks from the urban center of Uptown Charlotte
We had a very enjoyable weekend which included a visit to the Whole Foods fish market. While Connie order fish I snapped photos (smile). Actually we very much enjoy shopping at Whole Foods because they also have a wine bar. So every visit includes a glass of wine and a a sandwich from their deli … we are especially pleased that a Whole Foods store will be coming to Uptown in 2017 only one block from where we live.
This photo was taken at 6610 Fairview Road near SouthPark Mall. Following is a link the Whole Foods website.
Beignets from Fig Tree are among our favorite pleasures … The restaurant is in the historic Elisabeth area near Uptown Charlotte … our recommendation is to enjoy wine, appetizers, and desert at the bar … These beignets are so good that if you google “beignets from Fig Tree” there are 11,000 results.
This photo was taken 1601 East 7th Street. Following is a link to the Fig Tree restaurant.
Recently we meet this family attempting a selfie. I suggested they pose for a photo while I took it with my larger camera. Several photos were taken and shared with them. And this one is shared with you.
This photo was taken at the intersection of College Street and 3rd street in Uptown Charlotte.
I have not found a name for this piece of art so we call it hanging out at One Wells Fargo plaza in Uptown Charlotte … wish I knew who the artist was.
This photo was taken near One Wells Fargo Center. Following is a link to previously posted photos of hanging out.
I like this sign which says Absolutely no parking in alleyway … the alleyway is in Uptown Charlotte and I have waited patiently for an opportunity to take a photo of someone parking in the alley … I knew it was just a matter of time.
This photo was taken on Tryon Street between 3rd and 4th street.
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