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Events & Activities in Charleston - July 2015

Charleston Strong!

We had a terrible thing happen in Charleston this past month, but our city has responded in such a positive and with determined fashion! It makes me proud to live in Charleston!  

Summer is here and it’s getting warm. July is one of the slowest months for events here in Charleston, as kids are at home and most residents are either vacationing or just headed to the beaches. Here is a list of a few of the events in town this month:

July 2 – Easton Corbin at Boone Hall Plantation

July 4 – Wondering how to celebrate the 4th of July weekend? Here are a few options for you:

1) Attend the Kickoff Party at the bus sh...

Events and Activities in Charleston, SC for June 2015

What's Happening in Charleston, SC? May 2015 Edition

The weather is simply spectacular, and it’s a great time to enjoy the greatest city in the world. 

May brings one of Charleston’s premier cultural/artistic events, the Spoleto Festival USA (Photo of CASUS CIRCUS | KNEE DEEP by Photo by SYC Studios - Sean Young).

But there’s also the Greek Festival, the North Charleston Arts Festival and the First Flush Festival among others.

Oh, and MOTHER's DAY!

Here's a list of upcoming events to keep you and your family busy:

May 1-9  North Charleston Arts Festival

May 3  Bands, Brews, and Burger Throwdown

May 8-10  45th Greek Festival, Greek Orthodox Church on Race Street

May 22 - June 7  P...

Things To Do & Activities in Charleston for April 2015

April is finally here and everything is in bloom in Charleston!  The Family Circle Cup started this week and the Azaleas are ready.  The Farmer’s Markets are opening back up and the Blessing of the Fleet prepares us for shrimp season. 

Here’s a list of April events in our great city:

The Farmer’s Market re-opens at Marion Square Downtown - April 4

4-12 – Family Circle Cup Tennis Tournament Daniel Island

7 – Mt Pleasant Farmer’s Market re-opens

10,11 – Folly Beach 25th Annual Sea and Sand Festival

12 – 11th Annual Blues by the Sea at Freshfields at Kiawah

17-19 – 25th Annual East Coast Paddlesports and Outdo...

NEVER GET BORED:  NOVEMBER  EVENTS

Charleston, SC was just voted #1 City in the U.S. by Travel and Leisure (T&L) Magazine for the 4th year in a row, and #2 City in the World (behind Florence, Italy).  T&L also named Kiawah Island as the Top Island in the U.S. and the 2nd best in the World. 

Trip Advisor named Halls Chop House as the 4th best restaurant in the US and Circa 1886 came in at #12.

Here are some great events for you to attend in November:

• Nov 8: The 1st Annual Folly Beach Battle of Bags (Corn Hole Competition);
  
• Nov 9: The 21st annual Charleston Cup Steeplechase Race at Stono Ferry;
  
• Nov 14: The James Island Holiday Festival of Lights begins;
  
• Nov 27: The 37th A...

HUNGRY KIDS? KIDS EAT FOR FREE IN CHARLESTON (*)

Mondays and Wednesdays are the best days in terms of choices to go get free meals for your children. Please contact your restaurantof choice before heading over, as these specials are subject to change.

Here is a partial list of restaurants in Charleston that offer free meals for kids:

(*) Information gathered from http://www.outtoeatwithkids.com/, deemed reliable but cannot guarantee it, please call restaurant in advance.
(**) Reduced Prices Only

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Carolina Green Fair - Don't Miss All of the Dirt Events this Weekend!

"Calling paddlers of all ages and skill levels! Immerse yourself in the technique, experience, history, and fun of canoeing, kayaking, and Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) at the 22nd Annual East Coast Canoe and Kayak Festival.

One of the premier paddlesport events on the Atlantic Coast, the festival will be held at James Island County Park on April 20-22."

The Charleston Battery, our local soccer team, is playing against the Richmond Kickers this Saturday, August 28 at Blackbaud Stadium on Daniel Island for the USL-2 league championship!

Tickets are priced from $10-$18 and can be purchased online or by calling 843-971-4625. Gates open at 4:30 p.m. and kickoff is slated for 6 p.m.

We hope the Battery takes the home field advantage and gets a victory - let's go and support our local team - Go Battery!

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POST GAME NOTE: The Charleston Battery defeated the Richmond Kickers 2-1 and became the USL-2 League Champions! 

Boone Hall, the historic plantation in Mount Pleasant (Charleston, SC metro) is holding its annual BOONE HALL BEACH BLAST this Saturday, from 11 am until 10:30 pm.

This fun event is packed with activities: Shag lessons, beach volleyball, a bikini contest and ongoing music concert that kicks off at noon and includes artists such as Maurice Williams, The Zodiacs, The Sugarbees, Mystic Vibrations, The Fantastic Shakers and The Tams.

Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the gate. Gates open at 11 a.m. and close at 10:30 p.m.

BIG WEEKEND FOR MUSIC AND EVENTS IN CHARLESTON

Multiple events as part of Spoletto, Piccolo Spoletto and other musical events anticipate a terrific week in Charleston's art and music scene - including:

June 4 - Piccolo Beach Music Bash Block Party (Marion Square)

June 4 - Charlton Singleton Sextet (McCrady's Restaurant, Downtown Charleston)

June 4 - Satin Dolls String Quartet (Bethel Methodist Church)

June 5 - Barenaked Ladies (North Charleston Coliseum)

June 6 - Chris Daughtry (North Charleston Coliseum)

June 10 - Tony Bennett (Township Auditorium)

Mother's Day Special!

As we celebrate Mother's Day across the Western Hemisphere, one has to wonder why we call a house a "home"?...

Here's Wikipedia's definition of "home":

"A home is a place of residence or refuge comfort. It is usually a place in which an individual or a family can rest and be able to store personal property.........As an alternative to the definition of "home" as a physical locale, home may be perceived to have no physical definition--instead, home may relate instead to a mental or emotional state of refuge or comfort."

So what is it that makes a place (i.e. a house) a home? I would venture to say that we owe our mothers the creation of the "mental and emotional s...

This weekend is an awesome weekend for the Charleston area:

Today:

Cooper River Bridge Run

And the winners are...

• SIMON NDIRANGU OF KENYA, at 27:49
• MESEKEREM ASSEFA OF ETHIOPIA AT 32:31

Summerville Flowertown Festival

"Consistently ranked one of the Top 20 events in the Southeast by the Southeast Tourism Society, the Summerville Family YMCA Flowertown Festival has been a Summerville, South Carolina tradition since 1971. The three-day event features over 200 jury-selected artists from throughout the country who display their work for sale on the beautiful grounds of Azalea Park and on Main Street. Festival attendees also enjoy delicious foods from local resta...

Culinary Art

Local students play with food for a cool art project benefitting Louie’s Kids and Slow Food Charleston

WRITTEN BY EVANS CRADDOCK
Photographs by Kelly Bozard

Grab a few eager high school art students; then mix them with a local shrimper, a talented chef, a Wadmalaw egg farmer, a determined elementary student, and a renowned muralist. Sprinkle in some teamwork, and garnish with a dash of fun. The result? Four creative (and almost edible) mosaics that reflect the importance of local culinary traditions.

Read full article at Charleston Magazine Online...

Restaurant Week Charleston

Do you enjoy gastronomic events? Restaurant Week South Carolina will provide dining opportunities for you, your family and friends all over the state. Charleston, of course, offers some of the best dining in the Southeast.

"Restaurant Week Charleston will be a seven day celebration of the cuisine scene in Charleston. From fine dining to casual, participating restaurants will feature special menu items, promotions and discounts. Diners can sample our newest restaurants, dine at old favorites and taste a variety of exceptional dishes being prepared by chefs at a great value for consumers. There is no ticket or pass to participate, simply make a reservation or g...

The Charleston 2009 Festival of Lights at James Island County Park was a resounding success this year! Record numbers of visitors came to drive the 3-mile display that everyone loves.

See more Charleston and Mt. Pleasant videos at BuyHomesInCharleston.com

James Island's 20th FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS opens this Friday on the James Island County Park. From November 13th to January 3rd, this Holiday Event is a tradition in the Lowcountry and provide a fun activity for all the family.

You can get a sneak preview tonight during the 2-mile fun run and walk from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Entry fee is $10 per car with up to 15 guests. 8-foot holiday cards that were designed by local students will be on display. There all sorts of fun ancillary activities for kids and families such as the carousel, Santa's Village, gift and sweet shops, roast marshmallows and pictures with Santa. Don't miss it this year!

Latin American Business Expo presented by the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce

According to a recent report from the Immigration Policy Center, businesses owned by Latinos and Asians in the state of South Carolina had combined revenues of $2.8 billion and provided over 20,000 jobs throughout the state in 2008. The Center also reported that Latinos and Asians living in South Carolina had a combined purchasing power of $5.2 billion.

In 2007, immigrants make up 5.4% of the workforce in South Carolina. With this in mind, the Latin American Business Council (LABC) will host a Seminar and Expo on Thursday, December 10, that will educate attendees on the economic impact that Latin Americans ...

Ready for the Oyster Roast Season?

Fall weather brings another delight of the Lowcountry: Oyster roasts! From early October until late April we'll experience frequent events, fundraisers and parties featuring plump, steamed oysters. Get your shucking knives ready!

Some of the well known oyster roast events in the area include:

- The Historic Charleston Foundation Oyster Roast (April 2)

- Lowcountry Oyster Festival at Boone Hall Plantation in Mt Pleasant (January 31st)

- Wagener Terrace Neighborhood Association Oyster Roast (November 1st)

- Friends of the Hunley Oyster Roast and Silent Auction (TONIGHT, Friday, Oct. 23!)

- Charleston Junior Woman's Club Pink Roast (this SUNDAY, Oct...

This Sunday from noon to 6 pm, the traditional "Festival Hispano" takes place at North Charleston's Wannamaker Park. The festival has a new name this year - "Latin American Festival" - since it focuses mostly on Central and South American culture, music and foods. 

The activities include a demonstration of the Brazilian martial art/dance capoeira by Capoeira Charleston, as well as a salsa dancing competition with music from DJ Luigi from Latin Groove, the premier Latin DJ in the Charleston area.

In addition to the music and dance, the festival provides a great opportunity to sample some of the traditional foods of Latin America, including tamales, tortillas, empanadas and chorizos. 

Th...