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Take a walk through our newest park

Take a walk through Charleston’s newest park

We are big “fans” of the upcoming park in West Ashley. | Photo via CHStoday team.

Get your picnic baskets ready, there is a new 67-acre park coming to West Ashley. We attended the groundbreaking of Old Towne Creek County Park yesterday and have the scoop for you.

Timeline

Tuesday Apr. 25 - Groundbreaking and Phase 1 of construction begins.

Phase 1 will include accessible trails and boardwalks, a nature-inspired playground, a small amphitheater, and opportunities to learn about the site’s history and ecology.
Mid 2025 - Projected opening of the park.

CHStoday Ole Towne Creek County Park Groundbreaking — Shovels but make it fashion.

In 2005 a historic easement was placed on this land to ensure the land would be used for preservation of history and nature. This will be honored through historic resource signage on the property.

Park is set to feature accessible trails, boardwalks, and pathways to accommodate all residents of the community. Sidewalks in the front will be widened to improve conditions.

In order to ease transportation plans are in place to link the park to others in the area via bike and nature paths. This should make it easier to travel without a car between parks.

CHStoday Mayor Tecklenburg — CHStoday editors Mia and Tate with Mayor Tecklenburg.

One notable feature of this park is the Giving Tree metal art installation. Charleston County Parks created this project for the public to purchase a leaf for friends or family - proceeds go towards park conservation.

More information to come on the Giving Tree. On Tuesday May 16 the link to purchase leaves will be available. In CHStoday style, we will be sure to post this link for subscribers.

Important to note: The park will be closed to the public throughout construction. Contractors will be doing their best to ease traffic disruptions during this time period.

What’s your favorite local park and why?

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Wednesday, April 26

Lowcountry Impressions | Wednesday, April 26-Sunday, April 30 | Times vary | Lowcountry Artists Gallery, 148 E. Bay St., Charleston | Free | Beautiful landscapes of Charleston scenes and coastal-inspired pieces.
Wire Ring Making with Pixie Gem Shop | Wednesday, Apr. 26 | 6-8 p.m. | Local Love CHS, 1238 Camp Rd., Ste. E, Charleston | $40 | Learn how to wire wrap your own jewelry in this one of a kind class.
The Sound of Charleston | Wednesday, Apr. 26 | 7-8:15 p.m. | Circular Congregational Church, 150 Meeting St., Charleston | $26-$28 | Follow the journey of Charleston as told through song.

Thursday, April 27

Spring Fling Fashion Show | Thursday, Apr. 27 | 7-10 p.m. | The Ryder Hotel , 237 Meeting St., Charleston | $50 | Get inspired for your summer wardrobe with this fun and flirty event.
Gibbes on the Street | Thursday, Apr. 27 | 8-10 p.m. | Gibbes Museum, 135 Meeting St, Charleston | $175-$ | Celebrate the power of art under the stars with live music, dancing, an open bar, and food during Art Charleston.

Friday, April 28

TAKE THE FUNNY AND RUN | Friday, Apr. 28-Saturday, Apr. 29 | 8 p.m. | Theatre 99, 280 Meeting St Ste B, Charleston

Saturday, April 29

18th Annual Race for Life | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 8 a.m. | Folly Beach Fishing Pier, 101 E Arctic Ave, Folly Beach | $35-$40 | Join the 5K run and walk or run the 10k at this event raising awareness for organ donation.
Grand Opening Celebration | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 2-6 p.m. | CHS Golf, 1919 Savannah Highway, Charleston | Free | New indoor golf and games center for all ages and interests.
Charleston Battery vs Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC | Saturday, Apr. 29 | 6 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 when Charleston Battery takes on Colorado Springs this Saturday.*

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Open

A new restaurant and lounge called Azur has opened at 159 Market Street. The menu offers European-influenced cocktail and dinner items, including escargot, homemade focaccia + French macaroons. We’re putting this on our list of places to try ASAP. (Holy City Sinner)

Civic

Mount Pleasant’s plan to expand bike and pedestrian pathways is making moves. Charleston County’s greenbelt program gifted $2.5 million to support this project. (Post and Courier)

Coming Soon

Indigo Road Hospitality Group is bringing back the College of Charleston staple — Jack’s Cafe. The cafe, open from 1972 to 2018, was a hot spot for diner style breakfast and fresh off the grill burgers. The group is set to restore the cafe to its original purpose and is in the planning phase. (Eater’ Carolinas)

Real Estate

Sign us up for a housewarming by the pool. A Mount Pleasant home broke the record for highest residential sale price. This stunning mansion sold for $14.95 million. (Post and Courier)

Arts

Calling all actors: auditions are now open for a new performance at the Gaillard Center, highlighting the story and biography of Charleston historical figure Robert Smalls. The performance will be held Oct. 6 and applications are due by May 12. (Daniel Island News)

History

The Powder Magazine Museum has received a $20,000 grant, meant to expand research on the Revolutionary War. Once funds are made available, research will be free and open to the public through educational opportunities at the museum. (live5news)

Today Is

National Pretzel Day — AKA the most important day of the year for Stanley Hudson from “The Office.” If you’ve got a hankering for one of these fluffy on the inside, crisp and perfectly salted on the outside snacks, celebrate with this at-home pretzel kit or this gourmet pretzel pack.

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Just Charleston things: Alligator crossing

This seems like the backstory for a new country song. | Screenshot via North Charleston Police Department Instagram

Trending now in Charleston: there was a great alligator escape on Saturday.

North Charleston police and the SC Dept. of Natural Resources responded to a call about an alligator in the middle of Montague Drive.

In true South Carolina fashion, the alligator was lassoed — yes you read that right — in order to remove it from the roadway. Make sure to check out the video for proof.

Despite the comedy of this situation, it is a great reminder that we all live alongside the true Lowcountry natives — our wildlife. You can contact local officials for help handling local critters properly.

Watch the video

Today’s edition by:
Mia

From the editor

Hey y’all my name is Mia and I am the new city editor for CHS. I am thrilled to be writing for my favorite city and can’t wait to cover everything from lassoed alligators to local events.

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