Hey readers, it’s Tatum. Taste of Folly is returning to Folly Beach this weekend and I’m saving room for delicious bites and sips at this annual food festival.
Don’t miss out on Savory Saturday on January 14, when Center Street will be taken over by local establishments featuring their best dishes and live demonstrations starting at 10 a.m.
Art Opening Reception | Friday, Jan. 13 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Halsey Institute, 161 Calhoun St., Charleston | $5 donation | Join the Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art to celebrate the opening reception of its next exhibitions, “Contrapposto” and “The Ends of Rainbows.”
Paint & Sip Event: Reflection Pond | Friday, Jan. 13 | 7-9 p.m. | The Inn at Middleton Place, 4290 Ashley River Rd., Charleston | $35 | Head to the first of four Middleton Place exclusive painting events with step-by-step guidance from a professional artist — enjoy beer, wine, and light snacks from the cash bar.
Live at The Garten: Johnny Holliday | Friday, Jan. 13 | 7-10 p.m. | Bay Street Biergarten, 549 E. Bay St., Charleston | Free | Sip on beers and enjoy live music by Johnny Holliday.
Saturday, Jan. 14
Early Morning Bird Walks at Caw Caw | Saturday, Jan. 14 | 8:30-10:30 a.m. | Caw Caw Interpretive Center, 5200 Savannah Hwy., Ravenel | $0-$9 | Register to trek through distinct habitats while viewing and discussing a variety of birds, butterflies, and other organisms at this recurring event.
Taste of Folly | Saturday, Jan. 14 | 10 a.m. | Center Street, Folly Beach | $10-$15 | Center Street will shut down for a festival featuring food, local art vendors, carnival games, activities, and cocktails.
Stingrays Hockey: Military Appreciation Night + Jersey Auction | Saturday, Jan. 14 | 6-9 p.m. | North Charleston Coliseum, 5001 Coliseum Dr., North Charleston | $21 | The Stingrays will don specialty jerseys for the annual Military Appreciation Night — game-worn jerseys will be auctioned off during the game.
Sunday, Jan. 15
Wild Dunes Author Event | Sunday, Jan. 15 | 2-4 p.m. | Sweetgrass Inn Osprey Ballroom at Wild Dunes Resort, 5757 Palm Blvd., Isle of Palms | $65-$85 | Experience an in-depth author conversation moderated by local award-winning novelist Mary Alice Monroe.
Black Food Truck Festival Presents Battle of the Bands | Sunday, Jan. 15 | 7 p.m. | The Music Farm, 32 Ann St., Charleston | $30 | Come sing, dance, and party to the live sounds of 1990s, hip hop and R&B, funk and soul, and pop.
Ovation Concert Series | Sunday, Jan. 15 | 3-4 p.m. | Sottile Theatre, 44 George St., Charleston | $8-$50 | The concert series continues with violinist Arnaud Sussmann and pianist Phillip Bush returning to Charleston for a program of music for piano and strings.
Did you spot the Team Charleston flyover last week? Check out this reel. Over 20 aircraft crossed over the Ravenel Bridge toward Joint Base Charleston. Keep an eye out for future flyover announcements. 🛩️
Eat
Winter is here and we’re craving oysters. Check out 10 upcoming oyster roasts around town and shellebrate the cool weather with shuckers and cocktail sauce. 🦪
Try This
Looking to meet your New Year’s resolution in Charleston? From starting a new sport to reading more books, check out our local resolution recommendations.
GREAT ESCAPES
Our guide to St. Augustine, FL
Great Escapes: Our Guide to St. Augustine, FL
St. Augustine features some of the oldest hotels in the country. | Photo by 6AM City
Look no further for your next vacation because St. Augustine, FL might just be calling your name. Filled with Spanish architecture, a vibrant artistic scene, and a delicious variety of seafood, this charming coastal city invites you to revel in its historical roots.
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Travel
You haven’t seen turquoise until you’ve seen this Turks and Caicos oceanfront pool. Top it offwith walks on the beach, horseback riding, locally-caught seafood, and a five-star review for the property, and you’ve got yourself a dream Vrbo vacation. 🐬*
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