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12 murals around Charleston

We all know that Charleston has a vibrant art scene — and we’re not just talking about The Gibbes Museum of Art or Robert Lange Studios. One of our all-time favorite galleries? Charleston itself.

The Holy City is home to a number of meaningful murals. Today, we’re sharing where to find pieces that really paint a picture of our city.

Screenshot 2023-04-04 at 10.15.00 PM.png — Photo by @girlswhopaintmurals

Lady on Rivers Ave | Rivers + Reynolds avenues, North Charleston | By Allison Dunavant + Christine Crawford
Find this colorful mural on a large wall at the corner of Rivers and Reynolds avenues by the creative team of Christine Crawford and Allison Dunavant.

Screenshot 2023-04-04 at 4.03.08 PM.png — Photo by @chucktownmurals

Charleston Habitat ReStore mural, 731 Meeting St. | By John Reese, with assistance from Anna Chen
This artwork depicting iconic local spots like the Ravenel Bridge and Rainbow Row is painted on the side of Charleston Habitat for Humanity‘s downtown thrift store.

Screenshot 2023-04-04 at 4.04.20 PM.png — Photo by @kateblohm

R. L. Jones Center Mural, 391 Egypt Rd., Mount Pleasant | By Rachael Nerney
Visit this ocean-inspired scene painted by multidisciplinary artist Rachael Nerney on a 5-by-115-ft wall outside of the R. L. Jones Center, a recreation facility in Mount Pleasant.

9 more murals around town

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Events

Wednesday, April 5

Concurrent Solo Exhibitions | Wednesday, April 5-Saturday, April 29 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Park Circle Gallery, 4820 Jenkins Ave., North Charleston | Free | View works by pastel artist Emily Wilson + paper and ink illustration artist Jennifer York.
Laughway to the Weekend | Wednesday, April 5 | 8 p.m. | Theatre 99, 280 Meeting St., Ste. B, Charleston | $10 | Come laugh it up during this comedy show featuring two or three acts of improv based on audience suggestions.

Thursday, April 6

Beautiful South x Lewis Barbecue Pop-Up | Thursday, April 6 | 5-8 p.m. | Lewis Barbecue, 464 N. Nassau St., Charleston | Free | Lewis Barbecue welcomes forthcoming restaurant Beautiful South for a pop-up series this spring.
Jonathan Kammer Jazz Project Concert | Thursday, April 6 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Circular Congregational Church, 150 Meeting St., Charleston | $40 | Swing to the jazz tunes of the Jonathan Kammer Jazz Project — this event is part of the Festival Music Series during the 76th Annual Festival of Houses and Gardens.*

Friday, April 7

SC Stingrays vs. Florida Everblades | Friday, April 7 | 7:05 p.m. | North Charleston Coliseum, 5001 Coliseum Dr., North Charleston | $21-$33 | Cheer on the Lowcountry’s professional minor league hockey team.

Saturday, April 8

Charleston Battery vs. Hartford Athletic | Saturday, April 8 | 6-9:30 p.m. | Patriots Point Soccer Stadium, 85 Patriots Point Rd., Mount Pleasant | $14-$40 | Enjoy a pre-match concert and dine on Home Team BBQ, The Co-Op frosé, and more — buy tickets in advance to save on tickets.*

Friday, May 5

Moonlight Mixers | Friday, May 5 | 7-10:30 p.m. | Folly Beach Pier, 101 East Arctic Ave., Folly Beach | Moonlight Mixers at the Folly Beach Pier are back — DJ John Dixon will be spinning the hottest oldies and beach music classics on the Edge of America.*

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News Notes

Opening

Moxy Charleston Downtown is set to open today, April 5. This new downtown hotel, which features a bar and rooftop terrace, is located on Meeting Street near Martin Luther King Jr. Pool. (WCIV)

Development

The Town of Mount Pleasant hopes to bring a dog park, basketball courts, a splash pad, a first responder memorial, and green space to Memorial Waterfront Park. This $5.5+ million expansion is expected to begin next month and be completed next summer. (WCSC)

Civic

Mayor Haynie will declare Mount Pleasant as a “Pinwheel City” this month. The pinwheel is a national symbol of child abuse prevention. Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center will be planting pinwheel gardens across the Lowcountry in April.

Festival

This year’s North Charleston Arts Fest is slated for Wednesday, May 3-Sunday, May 7 and admission is free. Look forward to concerts, dance performances, art demonstrations, kids programs, exhibitions, and an art block party.

Eat

Mex 1 Coastal Cantina is launching a new menu tomorrow, April 6. Bring your appetite for new options like the ranchero chicken taco, Mexicali burrito, and pineapple coco margarita. The eatery has three locations in West Ashley, Sullivan’s Island, and Mount Pleasant.

Try This

The Avian Conservation Center and Center for Birds of Prey in Awendaw is offering new owl-centric programming and extending visiting hours for a limited time this spring. Check out the guided tour of the Owl Wood Courtyard and “Owls in Flight” experience.

Holiday

Passover (or Pesach) begins at sundown today, starting with Passover Seder. Learn ways to get involved in the local Jewish community with the Charleston Jewish Federation.

Travel

Trying to talk someone into an April vacation? Just show them these hotel deals on Expedia. We love: The Islander Resort that’s on a private beach in the Florida Keys.

The Wrap

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From the editor

Hey readers, here’s a good cause to support this Easter: Dorchester Paws will be hiding candy-filled eggs in local front yards on Saturday, April 8 for Egg My Yard 2023. The event helps raise funds for the nearly 4,000 animals the shelter takes in every year. Purchase a package by Friday, April 7 at noon while supplies last.

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