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Events
Charleston by Design: an event focused on art + history
Join the annual event, Charleston by Design, to explore history through the lens of art and design.
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Callie Putnam
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Entertainment
Life Raft Treats will be featured on “Shark Tank”
The Charleston-based ice cream company will promote their famous “Not Fried Chicken.”
October 21, 2024
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👏 This inspiring podcast is celebrating 300 episodes
“The Growth Project” podcast’s main goal is to help people become their best, no matter what challenges come their way.
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Local artist brings color to the Aiken-Rhett House Museum
David Boatwright’s new art exhibition — “That’s ALL Folks!” — is now on display for a limited time.
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Food
Q+A with Félix Landrum ahead of La Cave’s opening
Félix Landrum is the owner of La Cave + Félix Cocktails et Cuisine.
October 14, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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City
SC Stingrays’ 2024-2025 season + meet Coach Jared Nightingale
The Stingrays are under new leadership with Coach Jared Nightingale.
October 10, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Events
From Charleston to the stage: Q+A with Darius Rucker
City Editors Callie + Erika chat with Darius Rucker ahead of Riverfront Revival.
October 8, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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Food
Legami, a new Italian restaurant opens downtown
The contemporary Italian spot will sit on King Street.
October 8, 2024
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Callie Putnam
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🍺 This festival promises a beer-y good time
Explore 60+ brewing companies and various local businesses during the Charleston Beer Fest.
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Winners Announced for CHStoday’s Best
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Countdown to the Holy Smokes BBQ Festival
The all-inclusive Holy Smokes BBQ Festival has a mouthwatering lineup we can’t wait to sink our teeth into.
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Historic Greek Revival home listed in Charleston’s South of Broad
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