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Happy Friday, Charlotte. Summer is in full swing, the Fourth of July is just over a week away and there\u2019s a lot stirring around town \u2014 including a popular Northlake restaurant taking a temporary break, a stack of holiday guides and a survey on Charlotte\u2019s gayest neighborhoods. Here\u2019s a quick scan of what\u2019s in today\u2019s CharlotteFive newsletter<\/a>, with links to the full stories.<\/p>\n

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LulaBelle\u2019s, the Southern-inspired restaurant and lounge in Charlotte\u2019s Northlake area, announced over the weekend that it\u2019s \u201ctaking a short break\u201d but plans to reopen soon. \u201cThis is not goodbye \u2014 just a brief pause,\u201d management wrote on Instagram, adding that they look forward to welcoming guests back \u201cwith the same great food, warm hospitality, and unforgettable vibes you know and love.\u201d<\/p>\n

The news follows the May 24 death of owner Napoleon Deval Isom, according to a death certificate on file with the Mecklenburg County register of deeds. Management asked the community to keep the LulaBelle\u2019s family in their thoughts and prayers as they \u201cheal and navigate this difficult season.\u201d The restaurant, recently named to OpenTable\u2019s Top 10 list of neighborhood gems, is at \ud83d\udccd 9335 Center Lake Drive #100<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcd6 Read the full story<\/a>.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re already mapping out your holiday weekend, Arthur has you a rundown of parades, live entertainment, fireworks shows and family-friendly events happening across the Charlotte region. The country\u2019s 250th anniversary is making this year\u2019s celebrations feel a little bigger, with events scheduled in the days leading up to Independence Day in Charlotte and surrounding towns.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s a useful starting point whether you\u2019re sticking close to home or willing to drive a bit to find the right vibe.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcd6 Check out the full guide<\/a> to start mapping your plans.<\/p>\n

Not everyone wants to spend the Fourth dodging booms. Arthur also pulled together five quieter, more sensory-friendly options in the Charlotte area \u2014 including Birkdale Village\u2019s annual midday block party and bike parade, where the Huntersville Fire Department traditionally splashes the crowd before the festivities. Valet parking is available if holiday traffic isn\u2019t your thing.<\/p>\n

If you want to celebrate a little early, Unionville is throwing a free concert with food trucks at Noel Williams Park on June 27 from 6-10 p.m., capped by a drone light show. Drone performances are typically quieter than fireworks, which can help if loud sounds make someone in your group anxious.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcd6 See all five spots<\/a>.<\/p>\n

If your Fourth of July plan involves a skyline view and a cocktail, Alex\u2019s roundup of 10 uptown rooftops is a solid place to start. Highlights include Aura at the \ud83d\udccd JW Marriott Charlotte<\/a>, with botanical-inspired cocktails and a pool; B\u00faho at the \ud83d\udccd Grand Bohemian Charlotte<\/a>, with South American-inspired tapas 16 stories up; and Nuvole Rooftop at \ud83d\udccd 220 E. Trade St.<\/a>, perched 22 stories above the city.<\/p>\n

Just a heads-up: none of the rooftops can guarantee a direct fireworks view, so call ahead before building your night around the show.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcd6 Read the full rooftop guide<\/a>, which also includes options in SouthPark, NoDa, Plaza Midwood, South End, LoSo, Ballantyne and Mooresville \u2014 26 spots in total.<\/p>\n

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A few freebies worth noting: Krispy Kreme locations are giving one free Original Glazed donut to any customer wearing red, white and blue, a company spokesperson told CharlotteFive. Wear the colors, get the donut \u2014 that\u2019s the whole deal.<\/p>\n

Great American Cookies is also offering a free Stars & Stripes Sprinkle Cookie to active-duty military and veterans from July 1-4 with valid ID, according to QSR. The Charlotte location is at \ud83d\udccd 1509 Central Ave<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcd6 See the running list of giveaways<\/a>, which will be updated as more come in.<\/p>\n

Jeff went looking for Charlotte\u2019s gayest neighborhood in a June 22 story and came back with answers more complicated than expected. Some folks said Dilworth. Others said NoDa or Plaza Midwood. Everyone agreed it\u2019s not just one.<\/p>\n

Now he wants to hear from you \u2014 whether you agree, disagree or have a different favorite LGBTQ spot in the city. You can weigh in through the Google Form linked in the story or email Jeff at jchamer@charlotteobserver.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcd6 Read the original story<\/a> and share your take.<\/p>\n

\u201cBummer! I\u2019m going to miss their medianoche sammie!!\u201d \u2014 Taryn and Ted via Instagram, on Suarez Bakery closing<\/a> in Optimist Hall.<\/p>\n

Anime fans and pop culture lovers can head to Charlotte Big Anime at the Charlotte Convention Center<\/a> on Saturday and Sunday for voice actors, panels, artists and more.<\/p>\n

The free CharlotteFive newsletter<\/a> lands every weekday with the latest on Charlotte food, things to do, neighborhood news and more. Sign up to get it delivered straight to your inbox \u2014 no charge, no fuss.<\/p>\n

This report was produced with the assistance of a proprietary tool powered by artificial intelligence and using our own originally reported, written and published content. It was reviewed and edited by our journalists. To learn more about how The Charlotte Observer is using AI in our newsroom, see our policy here<\/a>.<\/i><\/p>\n

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