Hello Friday.
April 26 2024 |
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Good news, Holy City: Evenings at The Joe are back.
The Charleston RiverDogs’ 2022 season officially kicks off tomorrow with a home game against the Myrtle Beach Pelicans. You could say anticipation is high after the team won the Low-A East Championship last season — the first title in franchise history.
And while you might be familiar with the team’s “Director of Fun,” the one and only Bill Murray, you might not know the history of this Minor League Baseball team. Let's play ball.
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We couldn't be more excited for the return of golden hours at The Joe. | Photo by @10westedge |
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The RiverDogs launched as the Charleston Royals in 1980 — a name that lasted four short years. Let’s be honest: It does have a bit of a ring to it. During this time, the team saw Major League stars Danny Jackson, David Cone, and Kevin Seitzer.
In August of 1984, former owner Ernest Passailaigue announced a name change to the Charleston Rainbows for the 1985 season. Check out the former logo here. As you might have guessed, the name paid homage to the historic + iconic Rainbow Row on East Bay Street.
Though the Charleston Rainbows’ name didn’t last but a few years, the team’s merchandise is still available for purchase today. After eight seasons with the San Diego Padres, the Texas Rangers became the team’s affiliate during the summer of 1993 just before… drumroll, please…
The Charleston RiverDogs were officially born in 1994. |
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The team began playing at the College Park Stadium, built in 1938 with a capacity of 4,000, which was also home to the Rainbows + Royals. Take a look at the stadium in years past.
Following the 1996 season, the team moved to Joe Riley Stadium — named after former Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr. — and the rest is history.
Check out the schedule + grab your tickets. The team plays at home all weekend, in addition to Tuesday through Sunday of next week, so there's plenty of opportunities to get in on the action. |
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Today -
CLS & CofC Present Nathaniel Philbrick | Thurs., April 7 | 6-7 p.m. | Charleston Library Society, 164 King St. | $15 | Join bestselling author Nathaniel Philbrick for a look into one of the latest volumes of his acclaimed American Revolution series + stick around for a reception. 📕
Friday -
Take the Funny and Run | Fri., April 8 | 8 p.m. | Theatre 99, 280 Meeting St. | $20 | Spend the evening with Theatre 99 ensemble members as they perform improv using audience suggestions — come with ideas.
Saturday -
Outdoor Yoga at Firefly Distillery | Sat., April 9 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave., North Charleston | $15 | Start your Saturday with an all-levels yoga class led by Reagan Sobel followed by live music, food trucks, and drink tastings.
Sunday -
Holy City Farmers Market | Sun., April 10 | 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. | Holy City Brewing, 1021 Aragon Ave., North Charleston | Free | Stop by this local brewery for an outdoor market featuring rotating local vendors — this week features tastings from Sobremesa Mole & Salsas.
Monday -
Spring Break at South Carolina Aquarium | Mon., April 11-Sun., April 17 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | 100 Aquarium Wharf | $29.95+ | Feed a stingray, wave to a diver in the Great Ocean Tank, check in on the patients in the Sea Turtle Care Center™ + more. 🐠*
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The new Viva Chicken in Nexton. | Photo by CHStoday |
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Tatum here. Did you know there’s a new Viva Chicken location in Nexton? If you love chicken, Peruvian food, or exploring Nexton’s restaurant scene, this spot should be on your radar.
Viva Chicken is a Peruvian rotisserie chicken joint whose co-founder is from Peru. The menu includes bowls, salads, sandwiches, and rotisserie chicken or pollo a la brasa.
I recently got to check out the new location in Summerville. Keep reading for insider tips (read: what to order) + discover how you can Try This.
What we tried (with pricing):
I tried the quarter chicken with yuca + plantains ($9.55), the maracuya juice ($3.25), and a churro ($3.50). My pollo a la brasa was crisped to perfection + I got the huacatay sauce for a bit of a kick.
When I bit into the yuca (which is like a potato) I thought I’d fried + gone to heaven. Pro tip: Dip the yuca in the huancaina cheese sauce or pair it with maracuya for a sweet and tangy complement.* |
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Weather - 78º | AM thunderstorms | 52% chance of rain
Sunrise + Sunset - Rise: 6:58 a.m.
- Set: 7:45 p.m.
Tide - Low: 7:01 a.m. + 7:06 p.m.
- High: 12:38 a.m. + 1:03 p.m.
Development - A new
135,000 sqft facility, intended to focus on
building ground combat vehicles for the US Military and its allies, is officially under construction for aerospace and defense company
Elbit Systems of America. The North Charleston facility is projected to have an economic impact of more than $380 million + create
more than 300 jobs. 🏗️(WCIV)
Environment - The restored
32-acre Crab Bank Seabird Sanctuary near Shem Creek is officially open following Hurricane Irma + has welcomed its first resident: an American Oystercatcher. Built out of
660,000 cubic yards of sand sediment, the island serves as a
safe nesting place for birds, including those migrating south. Check it out. 🦆(WCIV)
List - One Holy City spot has received a new accolade.
The Harbinger Café & Bakery has been featured on Southern Living's list of
The South’s Best Bakeries 2022. Nestled at 1107 King St., this brightly colored bakery is dishing out breakfast and lunch + donates time, food,
and proceeds to underserved members of the community. See the menu. ☕ (Southern Living Magazine)
Festival -
The High Water Festival has announced The Market + food vendors for this year’s event held on
April 23 + 24 in North Charleston.
While General, VIP, and Platinum tickets might be sold out, you can sign up for the waitlist, buy resale, or purchase a Weekender package for a chance to attend the celebration. 🎟️
Biz -
Second State Coffee celebrated the tenth anniversary of its Beaufain Street location this past February. After adding three more cafes, owners Jayme Scott and Ross Jett have set out to serve seasonally changing, "specialty grade" coffee + a variety of menu items to the Lowcountry. Get your caffeine kick. ☕️
(The Post and Courier)
Read - Calling all book lovers —
The 40th annual
That BIG Book Sale is hitting the Holy City May 20-22 at the Omar Shrine Auditorium in Mt. Pleasant. The event will feature more than 60,000 books including fiction, history, gardening, and foreign language genres to
benefit the Charleston County Public Library. 📚(Holy City Sinner)
Outdoors -
Charleston County Parks has partnered with Ocean Cure, Adaptive Surf Project, Coastal Adaptive Sports, and Adaptive Expeditions for the return of
Wheel to Surf on Sat., May 7. This free event provides instruction + assistance for individuals with physical disabilities to experience surfing at Folly Beach County Park. Register. 🏄
Watch -
Get ready to tune in, Charleston. William Means Real Estate will be featured on Maine Life Media's show "Places and Spaces," airing Sat., April 16 on New England Cable News. In the fourth episode of the season, the local firm will explore Mt. Pleasant neighborhoods including
the Old Village + I'On, in addition to homes and activities. Preview the episode. 📺
Asked - We’re looking at you, brunch lovers. We all know that
brunch in Charleston is basically its own food group, but we want to know what your favorite spot is. Maybe even your favorite spot
and dish, if you'd like to share. Let us know. 🥓
History - DYK swords were carried as status symbols + self-defense tools in early Charleston history? Tune into the Charleston County Public Library’s Charleston Time Machine
tomorrow to explore the history of swords and fencing in the Holy City. Check it out. ⚔️(Charleston County Public Library)
Drink - Lots of grocery stores have a beer cave, but
only Lowes Foods has The Beer Den. Stop by your local Beer Den for a selection of
delicious, local crafts + drafts. Cheers. 🍻*
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As the weather warms up in the Lowcountry, you’re probably looking to spend your weekends enjoying the fresh air + sunshine.
Did you know that you can take a self-guided walking tour through the Summerville Historic District? Starting in Azalea Park, this one-hour tour features 20 historic homes, including the William Prioleau House, Samuel Lord / Elizabeth Arden House, which recently sold for $1.89 million, and The Teacherge, which was once purchased to board teachers.
Take a look at the interactive tour map + download the walking tour brochure for background on all 20 homes, if you’re old school. If not, you'll find signs and QR codes along the way.
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Editor's pick: Happy Thursday, Charleston. If you're anything like me, Thursdays are your "start planning ahead for the weekend" days — once it hits Friday, I'm a goner if I haven't mapped out my weekend festivities in advance.
This weekend and next, the annual Strawberry Festival is taking place at Boone Hall. As someone who has memories of attending this event as a kid (hello, petting zoo), I'm excited to see what this year's events will bring. Purchase your tickets + read up on FAQs.
If you need me, find me on the U-Pick hayride. 🍓
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