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Events

Friday, April 7

First Friday Artwalk | Friday, April 7 | 5-8 p.m. | Locations vary | Free | Visit galleries downtown and across the Lowcountry to celebrate the local art scene with the Charleston Gallery Association.
First Friday Shabbat Evening Service | Friday, April 7 | 5:30-7 p.m. | Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim, 90 Hasell St., Charleston | Free | Attend a service at this Reform synagogue — due to Passover, there will be no dinner.

Saturday, April 8

The Have Nots! Comedy Improv | Saturday, April 8 | 8 p.m. | Theatre 99, 280 Meeting St., Charleston | $20 | Enjoy an all-improv comedy show incorporating audience suggestions.
Five Loaves Summerville Bunny Brunch & Egg Hunt | Saturday, April 8 | 9:30-11:30 a.m. | Five Loaves Cafe, 214 N. Cedar St., Summerville | Price of purchase | Look forward to egg hunts, the Easter Bunny, and brunch at this third annual event.

Sunday, April 9

Second Sunday on King Street | Sunday, April 9 | 12-5 p.m. | King Street, Charleston | Free | Stroll, eat, and shop along the Holy City’s main corridor between Queen and Calhoun streets at this dog-friendly event.

Monday, April 10

Collaging in the Teen Room | Monday, April 10 | 2:30-3:30 p.m. | John’s Island Library, 3531 Maybank Hwy., Johns Island | Free | Teens can come make their own collage at the library.

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Civic

🍃 A conversation with law enforcement about CBD, Delta-9, and hemp

Hometown Hero is asking the questions we all want to know the answers to. | Photo by Hometown Hero

As 4/20 approaches, Hometown Hero is asking law enforcement all the need-to-know questions about the legalities of CBD, Delta-9, and hemp.

Questions like:

Can police testing kits tell the difference between marijuana and hemp-derived THC?
Have K9 units adapted to hemp legalization?
What could you expect if you get pulled over with a bag of gummies?

Partaking? Get a free sample in time for 4/20 if you order by April 9.*

Watch the eye-opening conversation

Please note: Hometown Hero advises consumers to read the company’s terms & conditions, consult a physician before trying products, start only with small amounts, and to not consume Delta-9 before driving or before a drug test. The information about providers and services contained in this newsletter does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by CHStoday.

News Notes

Closing

Red Orchids China Bistro in West Ashley is closing on Sunday, April 23 after two decades of service in Charleston. The restaurant is set to be demolished as part of a project to move Publix to a new location within Ashley Landing Shopping Center. (The Post and Courier)

Development

A new restaurant called Frank and Jack’s on Ira is planned in Mount Pleasant across from Wando Crossing Shopping Center, pending approval from the town regarding annexation of the site. Plans include a wraparound porch, courtyard, and outdoor space. (The Post and Courier)

Open

The new North Charleston Community Resource Complex held its grand opening yesterday. The facility includes a diaper bank, food and hygiene distribution center, and clothing department. (WCSC)
A couple transformed an old laundromat in North Charleston in a TikTok video gone viral. Reynolds Laundromat recently reopened on Reynolds Avenue offering laundry services, TV, and free Wi-Fi from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. (WCSC)

Biz

Neal Brothers, a global logistics company, is expanding existing operations near Freehouse Brewery in North Charleston. This $9.48 million investment includes building a 100,000-sqft facility and creating 10 new jobs in the first year. Visit the careers page.

Sports

It’s the final weekend of the Credit One Charleston Open, the largest women’s-only tennis tournament in North America, taking place on Daniel Island through this Sunday, April 9. Check out the scores.

Feel Good

Meet Macy, a newly retired pup from the MUSC Therapy Animal Program. For five years, Macy pranced the halls of MUSC Health’s Charleston hospitals, helping patients in need. Read more about Macy.*

Community

Need Friday night plans? Enter: The Kickin’ Chicken. Enjoy dinner + a show on the patio with live music every Friday from 7-10 p.m. at their downtown, Mt. Pleasant, and Dorchester Rd. locations.*

Travel

What’s your vacation vibe — coastal, lavish, or off the beaten path? For something coastal, check out these stunning oceanfront views in Hilton Head, SC. For a lavish stay, you’ll love this award-winning vacation home in Palm Springs, CA. And for something off the beaten path, peep this modern cabin with views of Mount Rainier, WA.

Correction

“Little Shop of Horrors” will be playing at Drayton Hall Theatre in Columbia, not in Charleston as you may have seen in yesterday’s newsletter. If you still want your musical theater fix, check out “Once On This Island” at The Historic Dock Street Theatre starting Wednesday, April 12.

Outdoors

Travel and Outdoors

Charleston, city of love… bugs

Two black bugs with red heads connected by the ends cling to a white flower.

Isn’t it romantic? | Photo via Judy Gallagher on Flickr

What are all these black bugs with red heads flying around and cluttering our cars? They’re lovebugs and we’re in the midst of one of their semi-annual flights.

April-May is lovebug mating season. During this time, lovebugs attach to each other facing opposite directions and remain attached for as long as 12 hours until the mating ritual is complete. The male detaches and dies while the female lays the eggs in moist, damp areas. It’s not dinner for two at Frannie & The Fox, but if it works for them…

Lovebugs are lovers, not fighters, so they don’t bite and are totally harmless… but be sure to clean them off your car on the way to RiverDogs games or they could damage your paint.

Shoutout

Shoutout to my best friend. I’m so happy for you and Mark and look forward to your wedding this summer! — Andrea H.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
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From the editor

April is Earth Month, and here’s a fun way to celebrate. Brookgreen Gardens is having a family-friendly Earth Day Festival on Saturday, April 22 with conservationists, live animals, and games. Brookgreen is located in Murrells Inlet, a 1.5-hour drive from Charleston, so take a day trip.

Missed our last newsletter? Check out native blooms here.

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