Proposed plans for Union Pier

Dive into the proposed redevelopment of Union Pier downtown

Union Pier may be redeveloped into a mixed-use area. | Photo by Walter Lagarenne, via SC Ports

A proposal to redevelop Union Pier into a mixed-use development has been submitted to the city.

Last week, the SC Ports Authority and partner LOWE submitted a draft plan for the waterfront property to the City of Charleston. The ~65-acre site is located between Market and Laurens streets on the peninsula.

Take a look at the Land Use Plan submitted Monday, Jan. 30. | Image by Perkins&Will, via Historic Charleston Foundation

The project aims to provide waterfront access to the community. A 2022 master plan for the development included walkways, housing, green space, and shops. Project goals include improving mobility and reducing flooding on the peninsula.

The proposed redevelopment has several more rounds of review ahead. There will be opportunities in the future for the community to provide feedback, but in the meantime, you can submit a comment below.

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Friday, Feb. 10

Conversations with a Curator | Friday, Feb. 10 | 10:30-11 a.m. | The Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting St., Charleston | Free with admission | Join Curator of History Chad Stewart and Curator of Historical Archaeology Martha Zierden as they discuss seagrass baskets.
Concurrent Solo Exhibitions | Friday, Feb. 10-Saturday, Feb. 25 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Park Circle Gallery, 4820 Jenkins Ave., North Charleston | Free | View photography and studio ceramic pieces by locals Dan Jones and Saila Milja-Smyly.

Saturday, Feb. 11

Three Year Park Circle Anniversary Bash | Saturday, Feb. 11 | 12-6 p.m. | Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave., North Charleston | Free | Celebrate this milestone at a fiesta featuring Latin food trucks, a one-day-only champagne moonshine cocktail bar, and Mexican hot chocolate.
Charleston Jewish Filmfest: “Haute Couture” | Saturday, Feb. 11 | 7-9 p.m. | College of Charleston Education Center, 25 St. Philip St., Room 118, Charleston | Free | French icon Nathalie Baye plays Esther, the head of the dressmaking studio at Christian Dior.

Sunday, Feb. 12

2nd Sunday on King Street | Sunday, Feb. 12 | 12-5 p.m. | King Street, Charleston | Free | Stroll, eat, and shop along Charleston’s main corridor between Queen and Calhoun streets at this dog-friendly event.
Free Oyster Roast + Super Bowl Watch Party | Sunday, Feb. 12 | 2-11 p.m. | Bay Street Biergarten, 549 E. Bay St., Charleston | Free | Enjoy oysters free of charge while supplies last and live music by Liam Murphy before the game.

We have a calendar filled with events and activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

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Weather

70º | Rain | 88% chance of rain

Sunrise + sunset

Rise: 7:06 a.m.
Set: 6:02 p.m.

Tide

Low: 4:36 a.m. + 4:49 p.m.
High: 10:29 a.m. + 10:58 p.m.

Coming Soon

A coastal Italian restaurant and bar is headed downtown. Costa is expected to open this summer at The Jasper right by Colonial Lake. Look forward to dishes by Zero Restaurant + Bar Executive Chef Vinson Petrillo. 🐟
Ruby’s NY Style Bagels, a bagel shop in Mount Pleasant, is looking to expand to North Charleston, West Ashley, and Carnes Crossroads. The business’ goal is to open two new shops by 2024. 🥯 (WCIV)

Development

North Charleston’s Park Circle Reimagined project is on schedule to finish this year. The project, which plans to redevelop the entirety of the inner circle, is expected to be completed in November. Learn more. (WCSC)

Biz

Nominations are open for the SC Biz News ICON Honors program. Business leaders in the state ages 60+ will be recognized for their success and leadership. Nominate a business by Monday, March 6 at 5 p.m. for $40. (Soda City Biz Wire)

Eat

Charleston has been selected as a test market for Chick-fil-A’s first meat-free sandwich. The cauliflower sandwich will be served starting Monday, Feb. 13. Check the app or call ahead to see if your local Chick-fil-A is participating.

Environment

The goats won’t be returning to Goat Island in Murrell’s Inlet for the foreseeable future due to erosion and safety concerns following Hurricane Ian. Their owner is looking into restoring the island. 🐐 (Southern Living + WCSC)

Shop

Our online store Six & Main is now featuring Texture Design Co., a Charleston-based design studio. Explore this brand’s CHS-inspired greeting cards, postcards, magnets, and flower box art prints. Start shopping now. 🛍️

Community

No rain on this fluff-ball game. Due to the impending weather for Saturday, PUP BOWL VI will now be held inside the former BiLo space at Sweetgrass Corner (right next to Towne Centre) — new location, same time + adorable pups. 🐶 *

Cause

Grab the Ross to your Rachel and head down to The Blood Connection. Throughout February, donate blood and receive a $20 eGift card, plus a bonus $30 eGift card, and a Friends-themed sticker. A simple donation can save up to three lives in our community.🩸 *

Seasonal

Here’s your reminder that Valentine’s Day is next Tuesday. Don’t forget to order that special someone a bouquet of flowers that will leave a lasting impression. Psst — check out Floom, an online marketplace that partners with florists that deliver locally. Shop Floom’s selection of special edition Valentine’s Day arrangements. 💐 *

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Harleston Village’s new market

Visit Alcove Market in downtown Charleston

Enjoy grab-and-go dishes at this specialty food market. | Photo by Hack Hargett

Welcome to Alcove Market. This upscale café and specialty food market has opened its doors on the first floor of The Jasper in downtown Charleston.

The new spot offers daily breakfast and lunch. Dig into grab-and-go eats like avocado toast on Charleston Gold Rice bread and browse gourmet pantry staples like house-made pastas.

Enjoy indoor and outdoor dining and shop branded products like water bottles and dog accessories. Online ordering is coming soon.

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Tatum.

Editor’s pick: Happy Friday. Here’s a survey y’all might like to take. CofC’s Riley Center for Livable Communities is analyzing tourism in the City of Charleston and asking locals to weigh in on the topic. The goal is to create a shared community vision for tourism. Take the survey.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? Discover the winners of the 69th Carolopolis Awards, here.

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