The North Bridge connecting North Charleston to West Ashley has no sidewalks or bike lanes. Charleston County started the Better North Bridge project to address safety concerns.
The project is Charleston County’s plan for a safe + equitable passage for walkers and bikers over the Ashley River. The project is currently in its study phase and involves possibly building a standalone bike and pedestrian bridge alongside North Bridge.
Transportation advocacy group Charleston Moves recently held a “Better North Bridge Ride” in support of the project. The event had a significant turnout, with 250+ cyclists riding over North Bridge, filling out surveys, and providing testimonials.
There will be a public meeting soon to gather feedback from the community. No date has been announced yet, but you can visit the project website for updates. Next year, the county expects to develop conceptual plans, determine the cost estimate, and seek grants by July 2022.
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Today
Friday
- Wait Until Dark | Fri., Oct. 8 | 7:30 p.m. | Queen Street Playhouse | $16+ | It’s opening night of the award winning play “Wait Until Dark” — grab your tickets now for this mysterious show. 🎭
- Oktoberfest Celebration Concert | Fri., Oct. 8 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Frothy Beer Off World, 117 S. Main St., Summerville | Free | Enjoy traditional polka music mixed with modern mashups while sipping on brews — Lederhosen encouraged. 🍻
Saturday
- October Artisan Market | Sat., Oct. 9 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Brown Fox Coffee, 307 Simmons St., Mt. Pleasant | Free | Kickstart your holiday shopping + browse locally made products, listen to live music, and grab a snack — pets welcome. 🧺
- Avondale 5K & Walk | Sat., Oct. 9 | 8-11 a.m. | Triangle Char + Bar, 828 Savannah Hwy. | $35+ | Registration ends Friday for this race supporting the Charles Webb Center — a developmental day care serving children with special needs. 👟
- Charleston Brewery District Free Trolley | Sat., Oct. 9 | 1-9 p.m. | Tradesman Brewing Company, 1647 King St. Ext. | Free | Hop on and off this free trolley + explore 10 of Charleston’s favorite breweries. 🍻
Sunday
- Charleston County Parks’ Latin American Festival | Sun., Oct. 10 | 12-5 p.m. | North Charleston Wannamaker County Park | $5+ | Celebrate Latin American and Caribbean culture with music, food, drinks, dancing, folkloric artwork + crafts during this family-friendly event. 🎶
We have a monthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
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You’ve definitely heard of the cult-favorite, aesthetically-pleasing, best-selling Always Pan — an 8-in-1, ultra slippery non-stick pan with super easy cleanup — and now through October 18, you can get an Always Pan for $115. Read: A big steal.
Be quick to grab this deal — the pan has sold out 20 times + racked up a 30,000 person waitlist. 👀 Ⓟ
Weather
- 81º | Scattered thunderstorms | 49% chance of rain
Tide
- Low: 2:54 a.m. + 3:28 p.m.
- High: 9:09 a.m. + 9:23 p.m.
Ranked
- Bone-chilling news — Charleston made the top 20 most haunted places in the US. For a spooky staycation, browse these “Rooms with a Boo” for local haunted hotels. Have you stayed in Room 8 of the South Battery Carriage House? 👻 (Real Simple + Discover South Carolina)
Coming Soon
- A new Shuckin’ Shack oyster bar is expected to open next month in Charleston, joining the eatery’s other Lowcountry location in Summerville. The new spot will be located at 40 Grand Oaks Blvd. in West Ashley Circle Shopping Center. (The Post and Courier)
Open
- Want to deck out your deck? Teak + Table Outdoor — a new downtown furniture store — is now open at 658 King St. next to The Daily restaurant. The company sells home goods like lounge chairs + umbrellas. ⛱️ (The Post and Courier)
DYK
- There are recycling do’s and don’ts in the Lowcountry? Check out this article on understanding the local recycling process carried out at North Charleston’s Material Recovery Facility. ♻️ (Charleston City Paper)
List
- Charleston City Paper put together The Dish Top 50 Fall 2021 — a go-to restaurant roundup around town. The list includes tasty eateries like 167 Raw, Butcher & Bee, and The Grocery. Dig In, Charleston. 🍽️ (Charleston City Paper)
Watch
- South Carolina ETV’s “Go For It” series returns today for Season 2 and will air on Facebook. The show will explore iconic SC destinations. During this 10-week season, you can join a Charleston ghost tour and visit the beaches of the Lowcountry without leaving the couch.
Number
- $170,000. The grant recently awarded to Middleton Place by the National Endowment for the Humanities. The money is intended to help Middleton Place tell a more comprehensive story of slavery on its site. (The Post and Courier)
Cause
- Warrior Surf Foundation, an organization based on Folly Beach, is hosting its 2nd Annual Surf-a-Thon now through Nov. 17. You can register online + log the waves you catch or any activity of your choosing. All registrants get a free t-shirt. (Holy City Sinner)
Charlestonian
- Laurie Glass, volunteer manager at Roper St. Francis Healthcare’s Mount Pleasant Hospital, received the Volunteer Administrator of the Year Award, recognizing her dedication, commitment, and determination in promoting + supporting volunteerism in SC. 🏆 Ⓟ
Correction
- In Wednesday’s newsletter, we incorrectly stated tonight’s Lauren Daigle World Tour event will take place at Charleston Music Hall. The event will take place at the North Charleston Coliseum & Performing Arts Center.
Did you spot a rainbow over the Lowcountry earlier this week? A video of this beautiful sight was captured at Boone Hall Plantation through a storm, and we recommend you turn the volume up for rainy fall vibes.
⚠️ Warning: this video may cause extreme relaxation.
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Rain, rain, go away. The Moultrie Playground ribbon cutting celebration scheduled for today has been postponed due to weather. A new date for the event has not yet been set. 🌧️
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