Natural-born teachers + mentors

• Be a Mentor | Empower students to reach their full potential.
• Trident United Way | Become a Learning Coach and teach English as a Second Language (ESL).
• Charleston County School District | Be a lunch buddy to a county student.

If you want to be there for abuse victims

• Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center | Help children feel safe + comfortable by becoming a Child Advocate.
• My Sister’s House | Volunteer as a domestic violence crisis line worker.
• Darkness to Light | Get involved at this organization that raises awareness of the prevalence and consequences of child sexual abuse.

If you have a passion for disabled community members

• Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired SC | Help those who are blind or visually impaired practice braille.
• Disabilities Board of Charleston County | Help community members affected by disabilities and special needs.

If you want to stay in your home

• Make-A-Wish®South Carolina | Donate airline miles and other gifts to participating children.
• Charleston Habitat for Humanity | Arrange a pickup of donated home items for the ReStore.
• Friends of Coastal South Carolina | Donate online to help preserve the ecosystems + wildlife of the SC coast for future generations.

• SAVI Cucina + Wine Bar Whiskey Dinner | Tue., Oct. 25 | 6 p.m. | SAVI Cucina + Wine Bar, 1324 Theatre Drive, Mount Pleasant | $149.95 | SAVI Cucina + Wine Bar is hosting a fall Whiskey Dinner with High West Distillery featuring a four-course pairing dinner and dessert.

• Boards and Beyond: Library Games Day | Wed., Oct. 26 | 1 p.m. | Wando Mount Pleasant Library, 1400 Carolina Park Blvd., Mt. Pleasant | Mount Pleasant | This branch has a selection of board games and cards, so join in on an afternoon of fun — bring a friend or your favorite game to share.

• Live Under the Oaks | Thu., Oct. 27 | 6-8 p.m. | Mount Pleasant Towne Centre, 1218 Belk Drive, Mount Pleasant | Free | The beloved local live music series continues with & Lobster food truck and music by The Wilson Springs Hotel.
• Disney On Ice presents Let’s Celebrate | Thu., Oct. 27 - Sun., Oct. 30 | Times vary | North Charleston Coliseum & Performing Arts Center, 5001 Coliseum Dr., North Charleston | $15.00 - $75.00 | Grab your Mickey ears and get ready for non-stop fun when 50 of your favorite Disney friends come to life through world-class ice skating.
• Johns Island Community Halloween Celebration | Thu., Oct. 27 | 6-9 p.m. | Haut Gap Middle School / Community Center, 1861 Bohicket Road, Johns Island | Free | Dress up in your Halloween costume and enjoy a day of family fun including free candy, kid-friendly games, music, and costume contest.

• Annie | Fri., Oct. 28 - Sun., Oct. 30 | Times vary | North Charleston Coliseum & Performing Arts Center, 5001 Coliseum Dr., North Charleston | $43.00 - $80.00 | Little Orphan Annie has reminded generations of theatergoers that sunshine is always right around the corner, and now the best-loved musical of all time is set to return in a new production — just as you remember it.

• BOOGIEMAN Halloween Festival 2022 | Sat., Oct. 29 - Sun., Oct. 30 | 5 p.m. | The Royal American, 970 Morrison Dr., Charleston | $70.00 - $99.00 | Don’t miss 25+ bands including Little Bird and Atlas Road Crew performing over two days at this Halloween music festival.
• Fall Festival at Mount Pleasant Towne Centre | Sat., Oct. 29 | 12-3 p.m. | Mount Pleasant Towne Centre, 1218 Belk Drive, Mount Pleasant | Free | Mount Pleasant Towne Centre invites families, friends, and furry friends to don their best costumes and come celebrate at the annual Fall Festival.
• Spooky Saturday Night Cinema | Sat., Oct. 29 | 7 p.m. | Baker & Brewer, 94 Stuart Street, Charleston | Free | Come out to Baker & Brewer for a viewing of “Hocus Pocus” out on the lawn with concessions from B&B and a Kettle Corn vendor — bring chairs + blankets.

• When: Sat., December 10 from 8-11 p.m.
• Where: South Carolina Aquarium
• What: Full bar, light bites + dessert, silent auction and dancing
• Tickets: $95 for general admission; $85 for aquarium members; $135 for VIP (limited space available)

• 78º | Mostly sunny | 7% chance of rain

• Rise: 7:31 a.m.
• Set: 6:37 p.m.

• Low: 2:13 a.m. + 2:47 p.m.
• High: 8:28 a.m. + 8:39 p.m.

• Halo, a sandwich + coffee shop in the MUSC community downtown, was sold to Caviar & Bananas. As of this Fri., Oct. 28, the shop will no longer be open after 12 years of serving the Lowcountry and the location will be undergoing renovations. Read the full announcement. Halo’s coffee and muffins will be missed.

• On Tues., Oct. 11, Charleston County passed an ordinance limiting the number of impervious surfaces in new housing in unincorporated areas of the county, which do not have a local government. These surfaces can include driveways and parking lots. The ordinance aims to address flooding. 🏘️ (The Post and Courier)

• A $70 million investment is coming to Dorchester County. Arcadia Cold Storage & Logistics plans to establish operations at Ridgeville Industrial Campus, which could create 69 new jobs. The new facility is expected to begin operating in 2024. Check out the company’s careers page. (Charleston Regional Business Journal)
• This Fri., Oct. 28, The Alley will transform into the carnival of your nightmares. This restaurant and bar is celebrating its 10th anniversary with the annual Studio 300: Haunted Carnival. Your all-inclusive ticket includes beverages, snacks, bowling, arcade games, and beats from DJ Dolla Menu at 131 Columbus St. Be there and be scared. 🎳

• A local clothing store has moved locations. Last week, there was a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the grand opening of Simply J Boutique at The Bend at Carolina Park in Mount Pleasant. This family-owned and operated women’s boutique was previously located on King Street. Shop ‘til you drop at 3530 Park Avenue Blvd. in Suite 100. 🛍️

• The birds are back in town. The Town of Mount Pleasant is marking one year since the redevelopment of Crab Bank, a bird sanctuary near Shem Creek. Following damage from Hurricane Irma in 2017, the town + several wildlife groups worked to restore the sanctuary. The numbers are in: Over 500 nests are on the bank. (WCIV)

• The S.C. Historical Society will hold its Fall Tour 2022 on Sat., Nov. 12 showcasing a variety of architecturally + historically significant churches in downtown Charleston. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., guests will explore iconic spots including the French Protestant Huguenot Church and St. Michael’s Church on this self-guided tour.

• It’s tee time. Lowcountry Autism Foundation’s Live LAF Love 2nd Annual Golf Tournament is set for Mon., Nov. 14. The tournament, which will benefit programming for children with autism + their families, is seeking golfers and sponsors. Sign up. The event will be held at the Daniel Island Club at 600 Island Park Dr. ⛳

• Did you know you can support CHStoday through our retail store? We’re celebrating Charleston’s unique landmarks and history with our online shop. Show off your Charleston pride with stickers, hoodies, mugs, and more. No need to wait. Start shopping.

• Got a crick in your neck (or back, or leg, or wrist… )? Palmetto Primary Care Physicians offers specialized physical therapy care that relieves pain, improves mobility, and can help you avoid surgery. Learn more + schedule an appointment to receive individualized treatment.*

• Here’s a friendly reminder that we’re less than a week out from Halloween. Have you bought your costume yet? What about the candy? And if you wanna be the coolest parent or grandparent on the block — while increasing your trick-or-treater’s nighttime visibility — grab this affordable 100-pack of glow sticks.*