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April 19 2024 |
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The best part about being a Charlestonian is knowing the ins and outs of the 843. With National Tourism Day last weekend — on May 7, to be exact — we thought it apt to rack your brain about the best things a tourist should do in the Holy City.
From neighborhood bars like Share House to the Gibbes Museum of Art that you really shouldn’t skip, here are 16 recommendations for tourists to do according to, well, you.
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Check out this gorgeous mural painted for Bodega + Share House. | Photo by @allireneeart |
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Sullivan's Island gets City Editor Lexa's vote. | Photo by CHStoday |
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Must see
Sullivan’s Island Beach
There’s nothing better than a beach day in the Lowcountry. Grab a beach chair + some friends and soak up the sun along this two and a half-mile long barrier island. Thanks, @thecharlestonsuites.
The Woodlands Nature Reserve, 4279 Ashley River Rd.
Swing by this 6,000-acre nature reserve to explore 11 lakes, a blackwater swamp, and wildlife just outside of Charleston, by the suggestion of @thingstodoincharleston. Tours Holy City History Tours, 164 Market St., Ste. 227
Get tickets to explore our city during a daytime walking tour or evening ghost tour, if you dare. Shoutout to @lindseyy__m for the suggestion. Museums Gibbes Museum of Art, 135 Meeting St.
Suggested by local restaurant Bull & Finch, this museum offers programs + events, exhibitions, and a membership, working to connect our city’s history to contemporary art. |
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Today - Art Charleston | Mon., May 9-Fri., May 13 | Times vary | Locations vary | Prices vary | Join the Gibbes Museum of Art in its first-ever, week-long visual arts festival celebrating creative freedom.
Tuesday -
Mount Pleasant Farmers Market | Tues., May 10 | 3:30-7 p.m. | Mt. Pleasant Farmers Market Pavilion, 645 Coleman Blvd., Mt. Pleasant | Free | Broccoli season is almost over — swing by to shop farm goods and food vendors + experience live music.
Wednesday -
Garden Strolls and Wine Tasting | Wed., May 11 | 5:30-7 p.m. | Middleton Place, 4300 Ashley River Rd. | $30+ | Stroll through America’s oldest landscaped gardens while you sample new and old world wines. 🍷
Thursday -
Starlight Yoga | Thurs., May 12 | 7:30-8:30 p.m. | Johns Island County Park, 2662 Mullet Hall Rd., Johns Island | $10 | Spend your evening with an all-levels yoga class under the stars + receive a glow-in-the-dark prize.
Saturday -
Summer Cocktail Class | Sat., May 14 | 3-5 p.m. | Maya, 479b King St. | $65 | Escape to Maya’s tropical patio to make two signature cocktails with Patrón Tequila + Bar Manager Matthew Van Xanten.
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Drink Pink! Floral & Wine Class at Zero George | Sat., May 14 | 1:30 p.m. | Zero Restaurant + Bar, 0 George St. | $195 | Join Beverage Director Megan Mina for a tasting of rose wines while Tiger Lily Florists show you how to assemble a floral arrangement.
Plan Ahead -
The Wailers | Thurs., May 26 | 8 p.m. | The Riviera Theater, 225 King St. | $27.50+ | Groove to 1970s era-defining reggae in this intimate atmosphere. 🎼
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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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Picnic’s plans combine over-the-counter and prescription meds for maximum effectiveness. | Photo provided by Picnic |
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Is allergy season worse this year? Yes, according to the experts — and Charleston is no exception. The good news: You can say peace out to your symptoms with a treatment plan from Picnic. ✌️
Interested? Take Picnic’s allergist-designed quiz to receive a personalized plan that treats your specific symptoms.
Bonus: It’s delivered right to your door, so you have plenty of time to get back to strolling through Waterfront Park allergy-free.* |
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Weather - 75º | Sunny | 3% chance of rain
Sunrise + sunset
- Rise: 6:24 a.m.
- Set: 8:09 p.m.
Tide
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Low: 9:05 a.m. + 9:21 p.m.
- High: 2:30 a.m. + 3:12 p.m.
Biz -
Good news, Chucktown. James Island breakfast + lunch café Baguette Magic is opening a new location at 73 Spring St., in addition to its existing location on Folly Road. While there isn’t an official opening date at this time,
stay tuned for details. We'd suggest trying the bakery's B.E.C. 🥐
Closing
- Sandpiper Lanes,
a 32-lane bowling center in North Charleston, will be closing its doors
by the end of the month. The 2.5-acre property located at the Ashley Phosphate and Cross County roads intersection sold for $3.1 million in March.
Future plans for the land are being discussed. 🎳 (The Post and Courier)
Open -
Spa Azure has
opened a new location at The Jasper. Designed by Mary Welch Fox Design, the space offers four private treatment rooms, a relaxation lounge, plus a retail space with beauty + skincare products. Join the business for a
grand opening celebration at 320 Broad St., Ste. 103 on May 19 — featuring refreshments, bites, music, and the chance to win a prize valued up to $425.
- Speaking of openings, baby + children’s clothing and lifestyle brand The Beaufort Bonnet Company recently opened its
second corporate store at Kiawah Island’s Freshfields Village. Swing by the 850-sqft. boutique at 157 Village Green Ln. to explore signature baby bonnets, apparel, accessories + gifts.
Civic - Remember when we told you about the
new bike share program in our city? The City of Charleston is partnering with MUSC Health +
Lime in an eBike sharing program,
using more than 200 eBikes for the program. Mayor Tecklenburg says this program will complement the city's planned bicycle and pedestrian bridge over the Ashley River. 🚲 (WCSC)
Film - Outer Banks fans: We’re looking at you. The hit Netflix series
filmed right here in Charleston is searching for extras
for the show's third season — currently underway. Check out the opportunities + requirements, including
age specifics, outfit options, and
COVID requirements. 🎬 (WCBD)
Cause -
Registration is now open for Edisto Habitat for Humanity’s annual Women Build Fundraiser + Volunteer Day,
set to be held on Sat., May 21. Volunteers will be working to complete the 92nd Habitat for Humanity home in Orangeburg County — in person for the first time since 2020.
No construction experience required. Get involved. 🏗️
Charlestonian -
On Friday, Wheel of Fortune television game show featured local Navy lieutenant commander Samantha "Sam" Savage of Goose Creek during the show’s “Big Money” themed week. Sam volunteers with
local nonprofit My Sister's House + has been active-duty for more than 30 years. Congratulations, Sam. 🎉 (The Post and Courier)
Health - Meet Nexton’s newest medical provider: Kaitlin Carlisle, PA, is serving patients at
Palmetto Primary Care Physicians' Nexton Family Practice, located at 5500 Front St., Ste. 240 in Summerville. Learn more about Kaitlin + schedule an appointment by calling (854) 220-9995.*
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We know many of you have been eagerly waiting for the new Folly Beach Pier — expected to open in spring of 2023 — and we’re right there with you. We recently came across this image of progress, and we have to say: It’s looking pretty darn good.
The new structure is expected to offer fishing stations, benches + a shade structure overhead, plus more efficient pedestrian access.
Follow along on the project updates + view renderings.
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Editor's pick: We all know biscuits are a staple in Charleston. Whether they're paired with gravy, topped with pimento cheese, or lathered in honey, there's no shortage of this buttery, baked good in the Holy City.
Check out Explore Charleston's guide to the 12 Best Buttermilk Biscuits in Charleston — featuring local spots Callie's Hot Little Biscuit, Handy & Hot, and The Daily. I'm a sucker for the Vicious Biscuit at, well, Vicious Biscuit.
Happy biscuit hunting, friends.
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