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• 2023 North Charleston Arts Fest | Friday, May 5-Sunday, May 7 | Times vary | Locations vary | Free | This annual event celebrates arts in the North Charleston community with a wide range of performances and exhibits.
• First Friday Artwalk | Friday, May 5 | 5-8 p.m. | Locations vary | Free | These monthly self–guided art tours with the Charleston Gallery Association are a great way to celebrate the local art scene.

• Charleston RiverDogs vs. Lynchburg Hillcats | Saturday, May 6 | 6:05 p.m. | The Joe, 360 Fishburne St., Charleston | $8+ | Charlie T. RiverDog will be crowned King of the Joe — enjoy British eats, a royal-themed jersey auction, and giveaways.
• Derby Party | Saturday, May 6 | 4:30-8 p.m. | Cedar Room at the Cigar Factory, 701 E. Bay St., Charleston | $200 | Charleston Area Therapeutic Riding will host its second annual Derby Party to benefit its Student Scholarship Program.

• Gospel Brunch ft. Ashley Hale | Sunday, May 7 | 11:30 a.m. | New Realm Brewery, 880 Island Park Dr., Daniel Island | Free | Join New Realm Brewery on the first Sunday of the month for Gospel Brunch featuring local talent.
• Firefly’s First Lowcountry Boil | Sunday, May 7 | 12-3 p.m. | Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave., North Charleston | $35 | Enjoy Lowcountry Boil and oysters, Firefly drinks, and tunes by DJ Kevin Breeze.

• Paws on The Patio | Thursday, May 11 | 6-8 p.m. | Burtons Grill & Bar, 1875 Hwy. 17N, Mount Pleasant | $30 | Guests are invited to bring their four-legged friends to enjoy an exclusive happy hour on the patio at Burtons Grill + Bar to benefit Charleston Animal Society — reservations are required.*

• Get support: This can come from a partner, family member, or friend, and help with feelings of isolation and loneliness.
• Take care of yourself: It’s important to prioritize self-care, even if it means asking for help from others. Taking time for yourself can help you recharge and feel more energized.
• Talk to someone: Talking to a friend, family member, therapist, a support group, or other parents can help normalize the fears and experiences new mothers often have.
• Seek professional help: If you are experiencing symptoms of postpartum depression or anxiety, or are having difficulty coping, it is important to seek professional help by talking to a doctor, therapist, or psychiatrist to develop a treatment plan that works for you.

• The second location of Gasp, which has another store in Florida, will open soon at 351 King St. where Holy Sticks ice cream used to be. Get ready to shop items like clothing, home decor, accessories, and gifts.
• Farm Haus Butcher & Beer Garden is coming to Moultrie Plaza Shopping Center in Mount Pleasant, where Bambu used to be. Save room for eats like burgers, sausages, and hot dogs. Stay tuned for an opening date. (The Post and Courier)

• Big Kick Coffee opened a new location at 476 Meeting St. The cafe has another location at 125 S. Market St. Grab a cup of Joe from Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (The Post and Courier)

• Charleston is the official southeastern celebration site of the coronation of King Charles III. At 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 6, the City of Charleston will celebrate outside of the Old Exchange Building at 122 East Bay St. with public remarks and a musical prelude with Charleston Symphony Brass. Watch the coronation at home.
• Historic Charleston Foundation, Coastal Conservation League, and Preservation Society of Charleston will hold a free public advocacy forum on the future of Union Pier on Thursday, May 18. The event will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at The Charleston Museum followed by a reception. Get registered.

• Dorchester County received approximately $18.7 million in grants from the South Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority. The funds will go toward the Pump Station 4 and Force Main Project as well as the Water Interconnection Project. (WCBD)

• While Mint Julep might reign supreme during Derby Week, Lenoir is placing their bets on their Spittin’ Image bourbon cocktail instead. Vivian Howard’s famous blueberry barbecue-sauce-turned-shrub combined with High Wire Rye Whiskey + lemon increases your odds of a good time. Race to Lenoir and saddle up to the bar Tuesday-Sunday.*

• During her 20-week ultrasound, a Mt. Pleasant mom was informed that the test revealed her baby boy had a cleft lip and palate. Check out “Jack’s Journey” to learn how MUSC Health ENT experts cared for Jack and helped his family feel supported.*

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