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8 parks with free Wi-Fi in Charleston, SC
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Connect to free Wi-Fi at Colonial Lake. | Photo by CHStoday
It’s fall y’all, and we’re celebrating the season by sharing local parks with free Wi-Fi so you can make the most of the crisp autumn air while you work or study.

We welcomed spring with great spots to work outside, and we’re following up with this list of eight parks with wireless internet access so you can enjoy sweater weather.
  1. Colonial Lake: Bring a blanket and sit out by this tidal pond while you get some work done in the sunshine. You’ll probably spot cute dogs walking around the lake.
  2. Marion Square: This 10-acre park is home to festivals, a weekly farmers market, historic monuments, picnic tables, and plenty of green space.
  3. White Point Garden: On your study break, enjoy views of Fort Sumter, live oak trees, the gazebo, Civil War cannons, monuments, and statues.
  4. Corrine Jones Park: Hang out in the heart of Wagener Terrace while you answer emails. The park has picnic tables, benches, a tennis court, and a playground.
  5. Hampton Park: This 60-acre spot is one of the city’s largest parks and is home to floral displays, picnic tables, baseball fields, and a lagoon.
  6. Mitchell Playground: This spot located in front of Mitchell Elementary School has a full basketball court, playground, and ball field — plus lots of open space.
  7. Joe Riley Waterfront Park: Drink in views of the Charleston Harbor from park benches while you work + listen to the bubbling Pineapple Fountain.
  8. Theodora Park: This park is a great place to work on your task list, read a book, and watch passersby near the Gaillard Center.
An initiative to bring Wi-Fi to public gathering spaces including these parks was led by the Charleston Digital Corridor + funded by Google.

Heads up: This is not a comprehensive list, and Wi-Fi status may change. Is there another local park you’ve visited with Wi-Fi? Let us know.

Enjoy your time outside, Charlestonians.
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Friday
  • RESCHEDULED DATE: Hocus Pocus | Fri., Oct. 14 | 7:30-9 p.m. | Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St., Charleston | $8.00 | Celebrate spooky season with a showing of the original “Hocus Pocus.”
Saturday
  • SC Reggae Jerk & Wine Festival | Sat., Oct. 15 | 1-6 p.m. | Brittle Bank Park, 185 Lockwood Drive, Charleston | $25.00 - $40.00 | Celebrate Jamaica 60 at this Diamond Jubilee event with reggae music and jerk foods.
  • Gage Hall Coffeehouse hosts Tom Noren and Brazilian Folk Music | Sat., Oct. 15 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Gage Hall Coffeehouse, 4 Archdale Street, Charleston | Free | Enjoy an evening of Brazilian Music with “Duo Vira Lata.”
  • Cast Off Fishing Tournament | Sat., Oct. 15 | 7 a.m.-2 p.m. | Mount Pleasant Pier, 71 Harry Hallman Blvd., Mount Pleasant | $5.00 - $10.00 | Reel in fun at the Mount Pleasant Pier’s Cast Off Fishing Tournaments, May through October.
  • Charleston Battery: Breast Cancer Awareness Night | Sat., Oct. 15 | Gates open at 3:30 p.m. | Patriots Point | $12+ | Cheer on the Battery during the final match of the season against Loudoun United FC.*
  • STEMAPALOOZA | Sat., Oct. 15 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Arthur W. Christopher Community Center, 265 Fishburne St., Charleston | Free | STEMAPALOOZA is the Lowcountry’s premiere STEM fair for K-12 students — a free family friendly S.T.E.M event for the public that’s great for all age groups.
Monday
  • Spooky Stories Around the Fire! | Mon., Oct. 17 | 4 p.m. | Wando Mount Pleasant, 1400 Carolina Park Blvd., Mount Pleasant | Join the Wando branch staff and their special guest, Pirate Eric of Charleston Pirate Tours, for a night of spooky tales from Charleston’s history.
Plan Ahead
  • Charleston Beerfest | Sat., Oct. 22 | 1-7 p.m. | Riverfront Park, 1061 Everglades Ave., North Charleston | $20.00 - $80.00 | Charleston Beer Fest is back and expanding even further with more breweries, more music, bigger acts, more food, and more games and activities.
  • Five Loaves Cafe Mt Pleasant x Commonhouse Aleworks Beer Dinner | Sun., Oct. 23 | 5-7 p.m. | Five Loaves Cafe- Mt Pleasant, 1055 Johnnie Dodds Blvd ST 100, Mount Pleasant | $75.00 | Enjoy a night of delicious dishes paired with hoppin’ brews — a ticket includes a five-course meal (with pairings) and a Common House pint glass to take home.*
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George Vanderbilt worked closely with his importers to make quality selections — a tradition carried out today by Biltmore Winery. | Photo provided by Biltmore Wines
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  • 81º | AM thunderstorms | 53% chance of rain
Sunrise + sunset
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Tide
  • Low: 4:43 a.m. + 5:20 p.m.
  • High: 11:06 a.m. + 11:25 p.m.
Sports
  • Three former champions will compete in the 2023 Credit One Charleston Open, the largest women’s-only tennis tournament in North America — Belinda Bencic, Madison Keys, and Sloane Stephens. The tournament is set for April 1-9 on Daniel Island. Tickets will be available Thurs., Oct. 27. 🎾
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Festival
  • Charleston Mimosa Festival is going on this Sat., Oct. 15 with libations including mimosas, brunch punch, beer, and wine. Get excited for live music, a DJ, a silent disco tent, and college football on TVs. Food will be available for purchase. Tickets include entry, entertainment, and drink samples. 🍾
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  • Charleston Waterkeeper will be hosting its annual fundraiser, Revel on the River, at Freehouse Brewery on Sat., Nov. 5. Look forward to local live music including Dallas Baker & Friends and eats from Rebel Taqueria + Lowcountry Oyster Company at 2895 Pringle St. in North Charleston. 🎵
  • This Fri., Oct. 14, a new nonprofit will launch in Charleston. Quest in Recovery will kick off with a film premiere, complimentary food and drinks, and raffle items. The nonprofit supports mental health recovery through recreation, education, and service work. Head to the launch at 311 Huger St.
Biz
  • Sightsee is turning three and this downtown coffee + retail shop is kicking off the birthday celebrations this Sun., Oct. 16. Enjoy a food pop-up on the back patio and don’t miss the shop’s first-ever tiny bus DJ set. Check it out at 125 1/2 Line St. from 10 a.m.-1p.m. 🎈
  • Candlefish candle store is officially eight years old and the business is hosting a series of workshops + pop-ups throughout October. This weekend, the shop will offer complimentary champagne, mystery boxes, and a flash sale at 270 King St.
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Just one of these local, specialty foods on your table will impress your dinner guests. | Graphic by CHStoday
We polled City Editors across our parent company, 6AM City, about foodie brands they love. The result? A list of mouthwatering food products ranging from SC Lowcountry’s favorite biscuits to a line of vegan dipping sauces that hail from San Diego.

Bolner’s Fiesta Brand (San Antonio, TX) | High quality spices and blends that emphasize Hispanic culture and Southwest cooking. | We love: Fajita Seasoning

Callie’s Hot Little Biscuit (Charleston, SC) | Serve southern-style, pre-made biscuits at home with this nationally recognized brand (plus get jams, jellies, and biscuit mixes). | We love: Hot Little Combo Pack

Larry’s Coffee (Raleigh, NC) | Sustainably roasted coffee beans from co-op farms around the world. | We love: Cowboy Blend

Sunny Culture (St. Petersburg, FL) | Probiotic water kefir drinks and wellness shots that support gut health | We love: Kefir Water Hibiscus Probiotic
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THE WRAP
Today’s issue was written by Tatum.

Editor’s pick: I grew up on surf competitions and films like “Step into Liquid” and “The Endless Summer,” so I’m pretty stoked about the upcoming surf film fest in Charleston. 🤙

Grab tickets to the Carolina Surf Film Festival happening this Sat., Oct. 15 at Mex 1 West Ashley. Watch movies, explore vendors + drink margaritas — films will be shown at dusk.

The lineup includes “The Yin and Yang of Gerry Lopez” by Patagonia and “Physics of Noseriding” by Lauren Hill — plus a selection of locally-produced films.

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