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• Library Games Day | Wednesday, Dec. 14 | 1 p.m. | Wando Mount Pleasant Library, 1400 Carolina Park Blvd., Mount Pleasant | Free | Wando Library has a selection of board games and cards — bring a friend or your favorite game on the second Wednesday of the month.

• Paint & Sip @ Estuary Beans & Barley: Happy Snowman | Thursday, Dec. 15 | 6-8 p.m. | Estuary Beans & Barley, 3538 Meeks Farm Rd., Johns Island | $35 | Get step-by-step instructions and create your own work of art — attendees will receive $1 off every pint.

• Central Creek Park Grand Opening Celebration | Friday, Dec. 16-Saturday, Dec. 17 | 5-9 p.m. | Central Creek Park, 147 Old Moncks Corner Rd., Goose Creek | This two-day grand opening celebration for Berkeley County’s first all-inclusive park will feature train rides, food trucks, lawn games, and a showing of “The Polar Express.”

• Early Morning Bird Walks at Caw Caw | Saturday, Dec. 17 | 8:30-10:30 a.m. | Caw Caw Interpretive Center, 5200 Savannah Hwy., Ravenel | $0-$9 | Register for this trek through distinct habitats and view a variety of birds, butterflies, and other organisms — bring your own binoculars.
• Sidewalk Saturdays at Freshfields Village | Saturday, Dec. 17 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Freshfields Village, 165 Village Green Dr., Kiawah Island | It’s the last Sidewalk Saturday of the year — enjoy sidewalk sales, new merchandise, gifts with purchase, and in-store events at participating retailers and restaurants.
• 5th Annual CODfather Christmas Market & Celebration! | Saturday, Dec. 17 | 12-5 p.m. | The CODfather, Proper Fish & Chips, 4254 Spruill Ave., North Charleston | Free | The market will feature over 30 vendors, the Miss Winter Wonderland Pin-Up Contest, and live music — bring a new toy to donate to Toys for Tots.

• South Carolina Stingrays vs. Greenville Swamp Rabbits | Sunday, Dec. 18 | 3:05 p.m. | North Charleston Coliseum & Performing Arts Center, 5001 Coliseum Dr., North Charleston | $21-$37 | Cheer on the SC Stingrays against their in-state rivals during the Holiday Market Festival featuring local vendors around the concourse.
• Santa at Celadon! | Sunday, Dec. 18 | 12-4 p.m. | Celadon Home, 1015 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Mount Pleasant | Free | Take photos with Santa and shop for gifts from local artists + makers at this holiday pop up shop.*

• CSO POPS 2: Holiday Pops! | Wednesday, Dec. 21-Friday, Dec. 23 | 7:30 p.m. | Gaillard Center, 95 Calhoun St., Charleston | $25+ | Bring the whole family for this festive tradition, which includes live holiday music, dancers, guest vocalists, and special appearances by Frosty the Snowman, Saint Nick + more.*

• 63º | PM showers | 47% chance of rain

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• Early plans were presented for the development of Union Pier downtown in a collaboration between Lowe, the SC Ports Authority, and the City of Charleston. Plans show a 70-acre mixed-use neighborhood including walkways, housing, restaurants, and parks. Take a look at the master plan and sketches here. (WCBD)
• Construction has begun in North Charleston on The Willow, a $48 million project expected to offer 338 units in the first quarter of 2024. The apartment development is expected to feature amenities including a pickleball court and a half-acre dog park at 7562 Plantation Rd. (Charleston Regional Business Journal)

• Juliska home decor brand has opened the first floor of its flagship store on King Street, commemorating its 20th anniversary. The second floor is scheduled to open in January and will feature a bar, bridal and design salon, and workshop studio. The storefront will be complete in spring 2023 with L’amour Toujours Cafe in the courtyard garden. Find it at 268 King St.

• ICYMI: There will be a special election on Tuesday, Feb. 7 for the District 6 seat on the Charleston County School Board including parts of West Ashley and North Charleston. Three candidates are on the ballot. Register to vote by Sunday, Jan. 8 and check out polling places. 🗳 (WCBD)
• Charleston County School District is set to sell the old McClellanville Middle School to the Town of McClellanville for $325,000 today. There is no renovation plan in place, but the town aims to use the facility to serve the local community. (WCBD)
• Berkeley County Council has approved a 30-year deal involving a ~$3.5 billion investment in Berkeley County. Battery recycling firm Redwood Materials plans to open a plant off I-26 near Volvo’s plant, and the investment is expected to create ~1,500 jobs and widen parts of Highway 176. 🔋 (WCSC)

• The next installment of Indaco’s seasonal wine dinner series is coming up. The Italian eatery on Upper King will host its Wine Solstice Dinner on Wednesday, Dec. 21 at 6 p.m. Enjoy a four-course, family-style menu featuring dishes like local pork loin and short rib-stuffed pasta with wine pairings. Get your tickets and make your way to 526 King St. 🍷

• Help save lives this holiday season at the Carolina Bay Holiday Blood Drive with The Blood Connection on Tuesday, Dec. 27. All donors will receive a total of $70 in e-gift cards. Schedule your time slot and head to 3009 Amber Brook Ln. Fill out this questionnaire on the day of the blood drive to save 10 minutes of the donating process.
• There will be a Toys for Tots event this weekend at Nexton Square Shopping Center. Bring new, unwrapped toys to donate and enjoy cookie decorating and pictures with Santa. Head to 801 Nexton Square Dr. on Saturday, Dec. 17 in Summerville from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. (WCBD)

• At least 100 new Boeing 787 Dreamliners will be purchased by United Airlines. Deliveries are expected to begin in 2024 and the airline may buy 100 more. Learn more about Boeing’s Dreamliner program based in North Charleston. 🛩 (Charleston Regional Business Journal)
• Dennis Eagle, a UK-based garbage vehicle manufacturer, is expanding its existing facility in Dorchester County with a $2.1 million investment. The expansion is expected to create 49 new jobs. Dennis Eagle is located at 104G Pinnacle Way in Summerville. (WCBD)

• What gifts are on the radar this season? City Editor Lexa is ready to try out these CHS mix and match coasters, and City Editor Tatum likes this Charleston watercolor jigsaw puzzle. Shop these unique gifts + more at our online shop Six & Main. 🛍️
• (Gift) wrapping up your last-minute shopping? Have a box of cheer delivered by Christmas morning when you order a specialty Carolina Box from Lowes Foods by Thursday, Dec. 15.* 📦

• Wondering what a dietician ordered when they visited Folly Beach’s South Asian restaurant Jack of Cups Saloon? See how Roper St. Francis Healthcare’s Erin Miles, RD, LD, kept the calories low (and the satisfaction high) while trying out the creative curries they’re famous for. 🍛*

• Enroll by Dec. 15 to secure health coverage for Jan. 1. Under 65 and looking for health coverage? Health insurance experts at your local South Carolina BLUE℠ Retail Center are ready to help you find the right plan for you. Don’t miss out on health coverage for 2023.*
• Holiday cheer isn’t the only thing spreading this season. The CDC reported “very high” flu activity in our state this season. Find a flu vaccine near you — there may even be a needleless option. (Verywell Health)

• How does Scott’s Cheap Flights work? Sign up for free, follow up to five airports, and Scott’s will notify you when flights are 40-90% off. Bonus: You can browse deals immediately after signing up (like a $300+ round trip to Bermuda). 🌴*