Hot off the press

There’s so much to celebrate in the Holy City. | Photo by Andrew Shelley on Unsplash

Alexa, play: “We Are the Champions” by Queen because the Holy City has received yet another accolade.

On Tuesday, Condé Nast Traveler released this year’s list of The Best Cities in the U.S.: 2022 Readers’ Choice Awards, and you’ll probably spot a familiar place as the No. 1 best small city.

Recognized for our history, culture, food, and charm, it seems like all the bases were covered. Pssst: Don’t forget to take a look at The Top Hotels in Charleston, featuring The Charleston Place.

By this point, you may not even be surprised by this ranking, since the awards just keep rollin’ in. Here’s what else we’ve been in the headlines for lately:

🏆 We’ve been ranked No. 1 on Travel + Leisure’s list of the Top 10 U.S. Cities for ten years in a row.

☀️ Wondering where to settle down? Our city is the No. 1 best place to retire in 2022.

⚾ Charleston was named the No. 1 minor league sports market the day before the Charleston RiverDogs were crowned Carolina League Champions for the second year in a row.

🏠 We secured the No. 2 spot on HomeAdvisor’s list of the most profitable cities in the US for rental property owners.

🍴 Our city ranked No. 19 on WalletHub’s list of 2022’s Best Foodie Cities in America, out of 182.

🌴 The Holy City landed a spot on Travel + Leisure’s list of 25 Girls Weekend Getaways That Won’t Break the Bank — acknowledging the picturesque downtown area + restaurant scene.

📚 CofC secured the No. 4 spot on U.S. News & World Report’s 2023 list of Top Public Universities in the South.

And if your friends or family are calling you to debate this ranking, check out why we think we’re the best city in South Carolina for a few talking points (just for fun, of course).

EVENTS

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Today

Lovesick in London | Thurs., Oct. 6 | 6:30 p.m. | Islander 71, 80 41st Ave., Isle of Palms | $22+ | Join Alyce Marie of Charleston-based duo ME + MR JONES for a tribute to Amy Winehouse and Adele featuring a welcome cocktail party, music from DJ Golden + an after party — doors open at 5 p.m.
Get Up! Comedy Open Mic | Thurs., Oct. 6 | 8:30-10:30 p.m. | Tin Roof, 1117 Magnolia Rd. | Free | Head to this local venue for free comedy — sign-up is at 8:30 with the writer’s group starting at 7:30 on the patio. 🎤
Wine Stroll - Spain & Portugal | Thurs., Oct. 6 | 5-8 p.m. | Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, 3550 Ashley River Rd. | $60 | Explore wine selections from Spain + Portugal, charcuterie from Nosh Boards Charleston, desserts, and live music — custom wine glass included. 🍷

Friday

Fossil Friday | Fri., Oct. 7 | 3:30-4:30 p.m. | The Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting St. | Free with admission | Join Matthew Gibson, Curator of Natural History in the Bunting Natural History Gallery lab to explore current projects + identify your fossil finds.
“A Passion for Nature": Opening Reception | Fri., Oct. 7 | 5-8 p.m. | Lowcountry Artists Gallery, 148 E. Bay St. | Free | Award-winning artist Alice Dobbin’s newest oil paintings will be featured during October — kick off the month with an opening reception. 🎨
First Friday Artwalk | Fri., Oct. 7 | 5-8 p.m. | Locations vary | Free | Join more than 40 galleries for the First Friday Artwalk sponsored by the Charleston Gallery Association. 👟

Saturday

Annual Summerville Dream Machines Open Auto Show | Sat., Oct. 8 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Hutchinson Square, 100 S. Main St., Summerville | Free | Swing by the 8th annual event hosted by the Lowcountry Muscle Car Club featuring food + craft vendors and a top 50 auto show to benefit the Summerville Miracle League. 🚗
Bay Street Biergarten’s Oktoberfest | Sat., Oct. 8 | 11 a.m.-8 p.m. | Bay Street Biergarten, 549 E. Bay St. | Free, ticket required for Stein Hoisting Competition | Grab your Dirndl + Lederhosen and head to Bay Street Biergarten for games, live music, a new limited edition collab bier with Holy City Brewing, and a Stein Hoisting Competition. 🍺

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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WELLNESS

Meet the pillow made specifically for side sleepers ☁️

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Marlow’s sleep system is part of the Brooklinen family. | Photo provided by Marlow

Real talk: You’re an adult, and it’s time to say goodbye to those sad, flat pillows and invest in bedding that supports your neck and back.

Marlow designed a pillow specifically for side sleepers with:

Three unique profiles (read: angles to support your neck)
Customizable firmness
Cooling technology

The reviews speak for themselves — according to buyers, Marlow’s pillow gave them their best night of sleep in years. Bonus: Marlow offers 365-day returns, and code 6AM saves you 10%, plus buy-more, save-more discounts up to 40%.*

SWEET DREAMS, CHARLESTON

NEWS NOTES

Weather

79º | Sunny | 3% chance of rain ☀️

Sunrise + sunset

Rise: 7:16 a.m.
Set: 6:59 p.m.

Tide

Low: 11:50 a.m.
High: 5:40 a.m. + 6:17 p.m.

Coming Soon

A few new eateries are coming to town. Chicken Salad Chick is expected to open its third location in the Shannon Park retail center in Goose Creek, while Sticky Fingers may be joining the Shoppes at Montague Corners in North Charleston. Additionally, Firehouse Subs has plans to open in Cedar Grove Shopping Center. 🥪 (The Post and Courier)

Opening

Mark your calendars for Dorchester Road Library’s ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tues., Oct. 11. Library renovations include technology updates, collection item refreshes, upgraded interior finishes, and new furniture. Check it out at 6325 Dorchester Rd. at 9 a.m. 📚 (Holy City Sinner)

Community

Calling all residents of the 29403: The City of Charleston wants your feedback. Data is needed for this zip code as part of the Equitable Economic Mobility Initiative. There will be a focus group held today from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at the St. Julian Devine Community Center at 1 Cooper St. or residents may take the digital survey. ✍️ (WCSC)

Festival

The Latin American Festival is headed to Wannamaker County Park this Sunday from 12-5 p.m. The annual event works to celebrate the Latin and Caribbean cultures in Charleston with live music, artwork + crafts, and bites like empanadas and Arroz con Pollo. Admission is $10. 🎟️
Speaking of festivals, Brookgreen Gardens is hosting its annual Harvest Home Weekend Festival on Sat., Oct. 8-Sun., Oct. 9. Enjoy a pumpkin patch and pumpkin decorating, food vendors like Kona Ice and Let’s Ride BBQ, and scarecrow making. Grab garden admission tickets. 🎃

List

Drumroll, please... Queology’s nachos have been voted Best Nachos in South Carolina by foodie website Mashed. The restaurant was recognized for its fresh ingredients + barbecue sauce drizzle. We know where we’re headed this weekend. 🏆 (Mashed)

Asked

Know a local restaurant that offers a military discount? Share the restaurant’s name + the discount details with us. Thanks for the question, Reader Sarah C. 🍴

Drink

In honor of National Pizza Month, local brewpub Baker & Brewer is offering a new happy hour. Head to the spot at 94 Stuart St. for half-off pizzas from 4-5 p.m. (offered for dine-in only) plus $3 off draft beer + wine by the glass and half-off cocktails from 4-6 p.m. 🍻

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Outdoors

Notice an uptick in any of these feathered friends in your backyard lately? Keep them safe from colliding with your windows — a cause of death for millions of birds each year — by throwing up some decals like these. We love these leaf designs too to keep things festive for fall.*

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Food

Ruby's New York Style Bagels in Charleston, SC

Another bagel spot around town? Sign us up. | Photo by Sarah Johnson

Good news, breakfast lovers: There’s a new bagel shop coming to town. We spotted this news on Facebook through the Lowcountry Eat Out! group, and it’s safe to say our interest is piqued. If you haven’t joined this public group yet, here’s your sign.

Ruby’s New York Style Bagels is expected to open soon at 280 W. Coleman Blvd. in Mount Pleasant, offering authentic New York-style bagels, sandwiches + coffee.

Follow along on Facebook and Instagram where the biz plans to share its official opening date.

Bonus: Ruby’s announces free bagel days on Facebook, offering samples of traditional options + others like cinnamon raisin and sun-dried tomato. If you need us, we’ll be scouring social media until further notice...

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Alexandra.

Editor’s pick: Heads up, y’all: Riverfront Revival is happening this weekend. We shared the scoop on this festival when it was first announced, and the excitement is real. In case you missed it, the lineup includes local fav Darius Rucker, Brothers Osborne, Charley Crockett + SUSTO.

Before they sell out, grab a 2-Day General Admission ticket for $174.50, or a Single Day General Admission ticket for $94.50.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? Check out six new restaurants in Charleston, here.

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