Ready to glide? Tickets are $10 per person. | Photo via Pexels
We don’t want to be dramatic, Charleston, but there’s only one right way to celebrate the holiday season: with ice skating, hot cocoa + all things merry and bright at Credit One Stadium’s Skate the Stadium event series.
Happening Thursdays-Sundays starting Friday, Dec. 2 through Friday, Dec. 30 (Thursdays and Fridays, 5-10 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Sundays, 12-5 p.m.; closed Christmas Day and Friday, Dec. 30), the custom-built rink has something for everyone.
Here are six things to look forward to:
🕺 Themed skate nights
Ladies Night + Bubbles on Ice (Thursday, Dec. 8, 7-10 p.m.)
90s Glow Night (Saturday, Dec. 10)
Jazz Night & Bourbon Tasting (Thursday, Dec. 15, 7-10 p.m.)
🎄 Tree lighting ceremony + celebration
Daniel Island Tree Lighting Ceremony festivities begin at 5 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 2, with the 22-ft tree lighting at 6 p.m. There will also be live music from Charleston Concert Band, caroling + other family-friendly activities off the rink.
🎅 Visit with Santa
The last weekend before the big day, stop by for a visit with Santa on Sunday, Dec. 18 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
🎤 Holiday carolers
Catch the holiday spirit with vocal performances from local high school choral groups on the following Thursdays: Dec. 8, Dec. 15, and Dec. 22, 5:30-6 p.m.
🍪 Festive food + bevs
Skaters can enjoy cookie samples, s’mores kits + cinnamon sugar pretzels, warm up with hot drinks (think: cocoa and cider), and order from a full bar stocked with seasonal beer and cocktails.
🎁 Marine Toys for Tots Foundation donation box
Give back for the holidays (and get $2 off concessions) by helping kids in needwith a toy donation to Marine Toys for Tots.
Ready to glide? Tickets are $10 per person (includes skate rental and an hour-long skating session; ages 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult) and can be purchased in-person at the rink or online. Non skaters get in for free.
What 90s song are you (safely) getting down to on the rink?
A. “…Baby One More Time” by Britney Spears B. “No Scrubs” by TLC C. “Mo Money Mo Problems” by The Notorious B.I.G. D. “Semi-Charmed Life” by Third Eye Blind
Sippin’ Santa Holiday Pop-Up | Tuesday, Nov. 22-Saturday, Dec. 31 | 11-2 a.m. | Bonny’s Hideaway, 549 King St., Charleston | Free | This holiday pop-up will feature festive food and cocktails, mugs and glassware, Christmas decor, surprise visits from Santa, and a new Christmas-themed daily brunch service.
Wednesday, Nov. 23
Harvest Hangout | Wednesday, Nov. 23 | 4:30-8 p.m. | Wild Dunes Resort, 5757 Palm Blvd., Isle of Palms | $22.52-$45.05 | Join the resort for a Southern buffet, bingo, “Charlie Brown Thanksgiving” feature, and fun for the whole family on the rooftop.
Mobile Library Stop at Waters at Magnolia Bay | Wednesday, Nov. 23 | 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Waters at Magnolia Bay, 10765 Hwy. 78 E., Summerville | Free | On the fourth Wednesday of every month, stop by the Mobile Libraryfor library services such as library card sign-up, checking out books, and WiFi access.
Thursday, Nov. 24
Holiday Auction benefiting Hallie Hill Animal Sanctuary | Thursday, Nov. 24 - Friday, Dec. 9 | 5 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Get some holiday shopping done while supporting more than 200 animals in need at Hallie Hill Sanctuary.
Thanksgiving Yoga at Hotel Bennett | Thursday, Nov. 24 | 10-11 a.m. | Hotel Bennett, 404 King St., Charleston | $25 | Join Hotel Bennett on the roof for a special Thanksgiving morning Vinyasa Yoga flow class with Megan Moran Buchholz, owner of Simply Soul Yoga.
Friday, Nov. 25
Black Friday Event at Firefly Distillery | Friday, Nov. 25 | 12-6 p.m. | Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave., North Charleston | Free | Firefly Distillery is celebrating its bestselling Bend & Steal American Whiskey with a new label and cocktail plus tastings, live music, and one-day-only discounts.
Holiday Pub Crawl | Friday, Nov. 25-Sunday, Jan. 8 | Times vary | Tommy Condon’s Irish Pub, 160 Church St., Charleston | Visit historic taverns and pubs, feast on appetizers and holiday treats, and taste a pint of local craft beer all while enjoying the legends and tales of our city’s past.
World Cup Watch Party: USA vs. England | Friday, Nov. 25 | 2-4:30 p.m. | Bay Street Biergarten, 549 E. Bay St., Charleston | Cheer on the US men’s national soccer team against England during the World Cup — the bar will be open for every US match.
Saturday, Nov. 26
Advent Wreath Workshop | Saturday, Nov. 26 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | The Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting St., Charleston | $155-$185 | Join European Master Certified florist Pia Geraghty as she leads a floral design class at the Charleston Museum.
Feminist Magic’s Small Business Saturday Market | Saturday, Nov. 26 | 10:15 a.m.-3 p.m. | Itinerant Literate Bookstop, 4824 Chateau Ave., North Charleston | Free | Look forward to 90+ local vendors, food from Big Tent Pizza, Wabi Sabi, and Donut Daddy, and a special Young Entrepreneurs Mini Market.
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Eveon Containers Inc., a global provider of sustainable building, shipping, and storage solutions, has chosen the Lowcountry for its North American headquarters. The business has begun operating out of Charleston + filled various positions locally.
Development
The City of Goose Creek was expected to finalize its plans for a new apartment complex during a Board of Architectural Review meeting last night. The development coming to Henry Brown Boulevard will feature 10 three-story buildings, a dog park, and a pedestrian walkway. (WCIV)
Community
An opening ceremony was held yesterday for the Town of Moncks Corner’s new $1.5 million baseball field for people with disabilities. Miracle League Field, which provides accessible recreation, is located at 418 E. Main St. The season begins next spring. ⚾ (WCSC)
Holiday
Step into the North Pole at Hotel Bennett. The hotel is transforming its Gabrielle Plaza this winter — look forward to nightly movie screenings, music, s’mores kits, specialty cocktails, a gingerbread house pop-up, and a tree lighting ceremony at 404 King St. 🎄
Cause
One80 Place is holding its 10th Annual Turkey and a $20 Drivetodayto help those experiencing homelessness in our community. Visit One80 Place at 35 Walnut St.from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and donate your monetary contribution, gift card, or turkey. 🦃
Two local teachers will receive a roof “on the house.” Now through Wednesday, Nov. 23, Roofing USA is accepting nominations for teachers in need of a roof as part of the Covering Our Community Initiative. Nominate a teacher. 🏠
I Serve With Joy announced its Secured Hands initiative that will supply non-medical “servsafe” gloves to support feedingcommunities in need for the holidays. The organization’s mission is to serve the local homeless community, at-risk youth, and single-parent families.
Shop
Why wait to start shopping this holiday season? Check out our gift guidesfeatured on our online shop Six & Main. Shop for the pet lover, party host, and foodie in your life. There’s something special for everyone. Let the shopping begin. 🛍️
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Eat
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This upcoming community will include a resort-style pool. | Photo courtesy of The Beach Company
The Beach Company + ParkProperty Capital recently announced the groundbreaking of The Assembly, a new 210-unit multifamily community in North Charleston.
The development is part of the GARCO Park redevelopment in Park Circle and is located near I-26 and the I-526 Corridor.
The Assembly will offer a mix of apartment floor plans and amenities including a pool, fitness center, yoga room, pet spa, co-working lounge, and game room.
The community is set to be completed in late 2024 + preleasing will become available in the summer of 2024.
THE WRAP
Today’s issue was written by Tatum.
Editor’s pick:In case you missed it, I recently had the chance to explore the Christmas Bar pop-up at Harold’s Cabin, open now through Saturday, Dec. 31.
Instagram users: Here’s a reel I created of my experience, featuring winter cocktails, a glowing igloo, and an upside-down Christmas tree.
Get in the holiday spirit at this holiday bar located at 247 Congress St.
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