Reaching new lights 🌟

The scoop on Brookgreen Gardens’ Nights of a Thousand Candles

Brookgreen Gardens Nights of a Thousand Candles exhibit.

We’re excited to explore the garden in a new light this holiday season. | Photo by @volhol24

By this point, you’re likely familiar with Brookgreen Gardens’ Nights of a Thousand Candles event. Well, folks: Mark your calendars because the time has (almost) come for its return — held Sat., Nov. 26 through Sun., Jan 1.

Arguably one of the most picturesque holiday events in the Lowcountry, this award-winning light display was voted The Best Christmas Light Display in South Carolina by Travel + Leisure in 2021 and received the 2018 Charles A. Bundy Award for Excellence in Tourism.

We shared photos on the ‘gram and gave you the scoop in our newsletter, but we thought we’d dive into the details by the numbers so that you can have an enlightening experience this year. We truly can’t think of a better way to get into the holiday spirit.

Pssst: Tickets are starting to sell out, so snag ‘em while you can.

2,700. The total hand-lit candles that illuminate Brookgreen Gardens, coupled with millions of other sparkling lights.
5 hours. The amount of time you have to immerse yourself in the experience each evening.
$35. The cost of an adult ticket for non-members, or $30 for members.
19. The number of evenings that the event is running this season.
5+. The number of performers on the entertainment schedule, featuring acts like Prettier Than Matt + The Paul Grimshaw Band.
1. The optional add-on for your experience, Sparkle and Fun, featuring holographic glasses + a glass of sparkling wine or cider.

Expect tree lighting, carolers, and of course, all the cider, cocoa, and wine to enjoy on your garden stroll. Get hungry? Small bites will be served by the Old Kitchen in the sculpture garden.

Don’t forget to grab a ticket for the Nights of a Thousand Candles Preview Benefit on Fri., Nov. 25, featuring heavy hors d’oeuvres + drinks. Space is limited.

Check it out at 1931 Brookgreen Dr. in Murrells Inlet.

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Today

Monday Night Main Street Writes | Mon., Oct. 10 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Main Street Reads, 115 S. Main St., Summerville | Free | Tap into your inner writer during this open writing group that meets every Monday night — Zoom link available.
Name That Tune Trivia | Mon., Oct. 10 | 5:30-8 p.m. | Snafu Brewing Company, 3280 Industry Dr., North Charleston | Free | Head to this local brewery to compete for prizes and enjoy homemade sliders from Sevy Sliders food truck — dog + family-friendly.

Tuesday

Clemson Extension Horticulture Discussion: Native Plants | Tue., Oct. 11 | 12 p.m. | Main Library, 68 Calhoun St., Charleston | Free | Clemson Extension Agent Chris Burtt will lead a discussion on the importance of native plants, the role they play in the ecosystem + the benefits of using them in the home landscape.
UnWined with Watercolor w/ Anna Chen | Tue., Oct. 11 | 6 p.m. | Redux Contemporary Art Center, 1056 King St., Charleston | $30-$40 | BYOB + learn the basics of watercolor with local collage and watercolor artist Anna Chen — no prior experience required.

Wednesday

Awendaw Green Barn Jam | Wed., Oct. 12 | 5:50-10 p.m. | Sewee Outpost, 4853 U.S. 17 North, Awendaw | $10.00 | Rock out every Wednesday at the Barn Jam, an outdoor concert event featuring five different artists performing original music.

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Development

Construction financing has been secured for the second phase of The Waterfront Daniel Island along the Wando River. Phase II, set to include 41 condominiums in three buildings, may be completed in early 2024. 🚧 (Charleston Regional Business Journal)

Biz

Phenom Yachts is establishing operations in Dorchester County. The premium center console yacht designer + manufacturer will create 149 new jobs with its $12 million investment. Operations are expected to begin by January 1 at 113 Sportsman Way in Summerville. Share your resume. 🛥️

Real Estate

Anyone remember the old Sticky Fingers off of Johnnie Dodds Boulevard in Mount Pleasant? The 5,800-sqft building has been purchased for approximately $3.8 million by the president of NC-based White Duck Taco Shop Laura Reuss. Laura hopes to start serving in December or January. We’ll keep you updated. (The Post and Courier)

Traffic

Heads up, Mount Pleasant: Expect nighttime lane closures between 8 p.m.-7 a.m. for the Highway 41 Project during the next few weeks. Short segments of Highway 41 will be closed + flaggers will direct traffic through the area. The project is working to alleviate traffic congestion. 🏗️ (Holy City Sinner)

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$2.1 million. That’s the total gift recently made to support the construction of a baseball performance center at CofC’s baseball facilities. The Founders Baseball Performance Center will feature advanced training technology and locker + team rooms at the Patriots Point Athletics Complex. ⚾ (The College Today)
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Drink

Firefly fans, listen up: The Park Circle distillery is set to release a new moonshine flavor for the first time in almost 10 years. The new Fruit Punch Moonshine will be released at the Porch Punch Party, held Sat., Oct. 22 featuring live music + local food truck Lola’s Lumpia at 4201 Spruill Ave. 🍹
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Food

Trick or treat yo’ self 🎃

Pumpkin guessing competition at Merchantile and Mash in Charleston, SC

By the looks of it, we’re guessing the number is... | Screenshot via @mercantileandmash

In case you haven’t noticed, we’re sharing all the spooky news lately, from Harold’s Cabin’s Halloween pop-up to the Boone Hall Pumpkin Patch. So, let the regularly scheduled programming continue...

Who doesn’t love a little spooky competition? Local casual eatery + coffee shop Mercantile and Mash is joining in on the fun this season, with a guess-how-many-pumpkins-are-in-the-jar contest. The event runs through Halloween, with the chance to win an Indigo Road gift card on the table.

Is this the right time to present the age-old question of whether candy corn gets a thumbs up or thumbs down? We’ll go first: Thumbs up. Share your opinion.

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Alexandra.

Editor’s pick: In a recent meeting, I was asked what fall felt like to me, which really got me thinking. Spending time in Upstate New York for college, the leaves changing truly felt like fall. Anyone else agree?

While we don’t necessarily get the same fall foliage as Upstate New York, check out our fall foliage guide in the Holy City if you’re in the same leaves-changing boat. If not, I want to know what fall in Charleston feels like to you. Y’all know I enjoy hearing from you.

Missed Friday’s newsletter? Check out the deets on the Charleston Wine + Food Festival, here.

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