What to know

• TSA | According to TSA, the busiest times at the checkpoint are between 4-7 a.m., 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., and 3-6 p.m.
• Map it out | If you’re like us and need to completely visualize a place before you step foot inside, these maps of the entire airport will be your saving grace.
• Reminder | By May 3, 2023, you will need a REAL ID to board commercial flights in the US.
• Flight status | While we recommend staying updated via your respective airline, you can also check the airport’s dashboard for your flight status in a pinch.

Parking

• Hourly parking deck | $3 per hour, $21 per day
• Daily parking deck | $5 per hour, $17 per day
• Economy Lot A | $5 per hour, $11 per day
• Valet parking | $25 max per day

Nonstop flights

• Charlotte, NC | American
• Atlanta, GA | Delta
• Washington, D.C. | United + American

• Spooky Terrariums at Tin Roof | Wed., Oct. 12 | 6-8 p.m. | Tin Roof, 1117 Magnolia Rd., Charleston | $65 | Get spooky and create a terrarium filled with pumpkins, glowing ghouls + lush greenery in West Ashley.
• SWEAT Fitness Series with Athleta | Wed., Oct. 12 | 6-7 p.m. | Mount Pleasant Towne Centre, 1218 Belk Dr., Mount Pleasant | Free | Join a free workout class at The Oaks every Wednesday this month during the annual fall SWEAT Fitness Series with Athleta — tonight’s event features Vinyasa yoga with Megan Herlihy.

• Awendaw Farmers and Artisans Market at the Village | Thu., Oct. 13 | 4-7 p.m. | Middleton and Maker Village BBQ, 5105 US-17, Awendaw | Free | Head to this local spot on the second Thursday of each month for an open-air farmers and artisans market.
• Brewery Bingo Night w/ Crystal Coast Seafood Truck | Thu., Oct. 13 | 5-8 p.m. | Snafu Brewing Company, 3280 Industry Dr., North Charleston | Free | Drink beer and win prizes while you enjoy local seafood baskets — dog + family-friendly.

• Art In The Barn | Fri., Oct. 14 | 6-9 p.m. | Middleton Place, 4300 Ashley River Rd., Charleston | $55-$60 | The Stableyards’ annual fundraising event is back for an evening of BBQ, live music, drinks, a silent auction, and an art sale.

• Adopt & Shop at Firefly | Sat., Oct. 15 | 12-4 p.m. | Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Avenue, North Charleston | Free | Swing by the distillery to explore adoptable dogs in partnership with Southern Tails for Precious Paws, Carolina Coonhound, Pet Helpers, and Dorchester Paws.

• Views of the Ravenel Bridge and Charleston Harbor 🌊
• Green space across eight courtyards
• A luxury clubhouse
• 3,300-sqft fitness center
• Riverside pool + deck
• Outdoor kitchen and grilling areas
• A sky club with soaring views*

• 78º | Afternoon thunderstorms | 40% chance of rain

• Rise: 7:21 a.m.
• Set: 6:52 p.m.

• Low: 4:04 a.m. + 4:37 p.m.
• High: 10:26 a.m. + 10:45 p.m.

• Plans to build the Anson Burial Memorial were announced yesterday. The memorial is set to be located near the corner of George + Anson streets, working to commemorate the 36 individuals “whose bodies were disinterred during the renovation of the Charleston Gaillard Center in 2013.” Learn more + get involved.

• New safety measures are on the table for Charleston County School District. The security and emergency management team has researched + presented three recommendations, which the board will vote on at the next meeting. Measures include public radio enhancements, storeroom locks, and private security. (WCSC)

• The City of Charleston’s residential compost program has expanded. ICYMI: Local residents are able to bring food scraps to participating drop sites for free to be composted locally. Two new drop sites were added this month: The Bees Ferry Convenience Center + Folly Beach Community Center. Sign up. ♻️

• The City of Charleston may implement upgrades, including additional payment options, to the 1,600+ parking meters across the city. Robert Somerville, Director of Traffic and Transportation, is looking to sign a contract with a vendor for the updates next month + secure project funding by the end of the year. 🚘 (WCSC)

• Port of Call has landed a spot on Eater Carolinas’ list of The Hottest New Restaurants in Charleston, October 2022. In case you missed it, we shared the scoop on five new vendors at the food hall on Facebook. Check it out at 99 S. Market St. 🍴 (Eater Carolinas)
  

• SC Works Trident is set to host a series of free hiring events this month, working to connect employers + job seekers throughout the region. Register to join the virtual job fair this afternoon from 1-3 p.m. Heads up: An in-person job fair will also be held on October 19. 💻

• Mark your calendars for SAVI Cucina + Wine Bar’s fall Whiskey Dinner, set to be held on Tues., Oct. 25. The event will feature selections from High West Distillery, dish pairings like Blackberry Lacquered Duck Breast, and dessert. Grab tickets. 🥃

• Calling all Mt. Joy fans: The Riviera Theater recently announced a new concert date with the indie rock band on November 26. If you’re like me + missed ‘em at The Windjammer, snag your tickets. Heads up: The presale is happening now. 🎟️

• If you love this newsletter (and supporting local) as much as we love strolls in Hampton Park, morning lattes from Vintage Coffee Cafe + Saturdays spent at Firefly Distillery (which is a lot) — we’ve got something for you: CHStoday just launched a membership program. Learn more + sign up.

• Save lives and see your donation grow this month. For every blood donation made now through the end of October, a tree will be planted in Uganda (read: more jobs + cleaner air). Bonus: You can even track your tree and watch it grow online. 🌳 *

• Fast-track those holiday shopping plans. For the first time, Amazon is hosting a second Prime Day with the Prime Early Access Sale today, Oct. 12. Some of the best deals we’ve seen: $120 off a Shark cordless vacuum, $100 off a Vitamix One, and $180 off a deep tissue massage gun.*