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There are tons of fun things to do to Charleston this fall, but one of the things we’re most excited about is the music. Get ready to rock out at these sevenupcoming concerts happening next month around the Lowcountry. 🎶
Death Cab for Cutie | Sat., Oct. 8 | 7 p.m. | Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave., North Charleston | $49.50+ | Head onto the field at the Park Circle distillery for a performance by this famousrock band.
Darius Rucker | Sat., Oct. 8 | 9:15-11 p.m. | Riverfront Park, North Charleston | Prices vary | Grab tickets to Darius Rucker’s Riverfront Revival music festival to see this local country star in action.
Brothers Osborne | Sun., Oct. 9 | 8:30-10:15 p.m. | Riverfront Park, North Charleston | Prices vary | Riverfront Revival music festival will also feature this country music duo.
The Head and the Heart | Tues., Oct. 11 | 7 p.m. | Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave., North Charleston | $45+ | Don’t miss this indie folk band on its Every Shade of Blue Tour.
The Flaming Lips | Mon., Oct. 17 | 7 p.m. | Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave., North Charleston | $44+ | This psychedelic rock group will perform live on the field.
Stevie Nicks | Wed., Oct. 19 | 7:30 p.m. | Credit One Stadium, Daniel Island | $117+ | Score tickets to see this famous singer, songwriter, and producer with special guest Vanessa Carlton.
The Midnight City | Fri., Oct. 28 | 7 p.m. | The Windjammer, 1008 Ocean Blvd., Isle of Palms | $20 | Enjoy a live show with this alternative pop indie band from Charleston.
See you there, Charlestonians. Heads up: Grab tickets to see these shows before they sell out.
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CofC Men’s Soccer vs. UNC Asheville | Tues., Sept. 27 | 7-10 p.m. | Patriots Point Athletics Complex, 85 Patriots Point Rd., Mount Pleasant | Free | Come cheer on the Cougars as they face the UNC Asheville Bulldogs. ⚽
Wednesday
Bird Walks in the Park | Wed., Sept. 28 | 9-10 a.m. | Higgins Pier, West Ashley Bikeway | Free | Discover local birds during this exploration led by Charleston Parks Conservancy volunteer Layton Register — binoculars are recommended.
Boards and Beyond: Library Games Day | Wed., Sept. 28 | 1 p.m. | Wando Mount Pleasant Library, 1400 Carolina Park Blvd., Mount Pleasant | Roll the dice with a selection of board games + cards on the fourth Wednesday of the month. 🎲
Thursday
Hocus Pocus | Thurs., Sept. 29 | 7:30-9 p.m. | Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St. | $8 | Celebrate the spooky season with a showing of the original “Hocus Pocus.” 🧹
In-Store Coffee with the Author: Karen White | Thurs., Sept. 29 | 10 a.m. | Buxton Books, 160 King St. | $5 | Head to the bookstore for coffee + conversation with the New York Times bestselling author of the Tradd Street series.
Live Under the Oaks | Thurs., Sept. 29 | 6-8 p.m. | Mt. Pleasant Towne Centre, 1218 Belk Dr., Mount Pleasant | Free | Enjoy a country music performance by local Isabella Ullo and grab eats from Johnny Focaccia food truck during this live music series. 🌳
Now Open | Thurs., Sept. 29 | 6-8 p.m. | The Refinery, 1640 Meeting Street Rd. | $30 | Experience the newest local dining destinations like Bedford Falls and Blu Oyster Sushi + Seafood during this tasting event by The Post and Courier.
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Sunrise + sunset
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Set: 7:11 p.m.
Tide
Low: 3:23 a.m. + 3:50 p.m.
High: 9:34 a.m. + 9:44 p.m.
Open
The 80-acre historic site Fort Fair Lawn, a Revolutionary War fort in Moncks Corner, recently opened to the public. Improvements include 1.75 miles of gravel walking trails, boardwalks, park benches, a gated trail connection to Old Santee Canal Park, and direct access to the fort.
Civic
A new initiative has launched in the Holy City. The Mayor’s Lending Libraries initiative will provide 20 children’s books to all public pre-K classrooms in the city of Charleston. Students can check out books to take home, read, and return to the classroom. 📚 (WCIV)
Plan Ahead
The 25th Anniversary Symphony Tour of Island Homes on Kiawah Island is happening on Sat., Nov. 5. Explore unique homes from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. + attend a free Charleston Symphony Orchestra concert at 5 p.m. at the West Beach Conference Center at 2 Shipwatch Rd. 🏘️
EC Youth is holding the Entrepreneurs in Culinary Arts event on Sun., Oct. 23 at Jenkins Institute in North Charleston. Enjoy local chef demonstrations, speakers, food trucks, and giveaways. Check it out at 3923 Azalea Dr.
Cause
The third annual Art in the Barn at Middleton Place is set for Fri., Oct. 14. Spend an evening under the stars with food, drinks, live music, framed art for sale, and a silent auction.Bonus: The event will support the care of historic breeds including Gulf Coast Sheep at Middleton Place. 🖼️
Eat
Park & Grove is now open seven days a week for both lunch and dinner, which is good news for foodies like us. Try new seasonal additions to the menus including salmon cakes with scallion sauce and crispy whole fish. Make a reservation. 🐟
If you’re trying to eat healthier, check out Lowes Foods’ Brown Bag options, which features no artificial flavors or sweeteners, synthetic colors, high fructose corn syrup, or MSG.*
Arts
Local artist spotlight: Donna Geriner is the artist of the month for October at Perspective Gallery. She will have a reception at the galleryon Wed., Oct. 19 from 3-5 p.m. View her oil works at the gallery, located at 1055 Johnnie Dodds Blvd. in Mt. Pleasant.
Health
Need bloodwork done? Palmetto Primary Care Physicians’ Goose Creek location is open Mon.-Fri. + welcomeswalk-ins and outside orders.*
Shop
Football season is in full swing. If you’re headed to a game this fall, don’t forget to pack your game day essentials in a stadium approved bag. This clear crossbody with 8,000+ positive reviews is a must + we also love this trendy fanny pack option.*
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Those truffle fries + biscuits and gravy are sure to cure your Sunday Scaries, and the Bloody Mary with shrimp, okra, and stuffed olive is a must. Pro tip: Add cheddar fondue to the biscuits for $1.
Feast your eyes on the menu + bring your appetite to 1049 Everglades Ave. in Park Circle. Book a table.
THE WRAP
Today’s issue was written by Tatum.
Editor’s pick:I don’t know about y’all, but I’m a little bummed about the days getting shorter. One way to combat these blues is to enjoy the sunset. This past weekend I caught a pretty spectacular one on IOP.
Check out 10 more placesto watch the sunrise + sunset around Charleston here.
Missed yesterday’s newsletter? Find out which local coffee shop to visit based on your astrology sign, here.
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