05.11.2023

Today’s Note

Hello everyone, City Editor Callie here. I hope you’re off to a wonderful start in 2024.

If one of your goals is to try new things or explore the city you call home, let us help. CHSweekend will point you in the direction of something new to do with your crew.

Events

Friday, May 12

Warrior Surf Foundation Charity Golf Classic and Cocktail Dinner | Friday, May 12-Saturday, May 13 | Times vary | Wild Dunes Resort, 5757 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms | $75-$250 | Support veterans and participate in one of the largest charity events of the year
Lighthouse Inlet Bird Walk | Friday, May 12 | 8:30-10:30 a.m. | Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preserve, 1750 E Ashley Ave, Folly Beach | $9 | Observe birds at this preserve that protects maritime forest, beach, dune, and marsh habitats for wildlife.
TAKE THE FUNNY AND RUN | Friday, May 12-Saturday, May 13 | 8 p.m. | Theatre 99, 280 Meeting St Ste B, Charleston | Improv comedy performed live to give you and your friends a night of laughter.
Artisphere presented by TD Bank | Friday, May 12-Sunday, May 14 | Times vary | Downtown Greenville, SC , Main St. from Wardlaw and Main to Broad and Main, Greenville | Free | Artisphere is back during Mother’s Day Weekend in downtown Greenville, SC — enjoy a free, family-friendly celebration of the arts.*

Saturday, May 13

Charleston Greek Festival | Friday, May 12-Sunday, May 14 | Times vary | Greek Orthodox Church of the Holy Trinity, 30 Race St., Charleston | $0-$5 | One of the biggest festivals is coming back for the 52nd year to serve up Greek culture.
Blackwater Ukulele and Mountain Dulcimer Festival | Saturday, May 13 | 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Cypress Gardens, 3030 Cypress Gardens Rd., Moncks Corner | Free | Get ready to rock out with Ukulele’s for the 8th annual festival.
Saturday Night Concert Series | Saturday, May 13 | 4-10 p.m. | New Realm Brewing Co., 880 Island Park Dr., Charleston | Free | Head to New Realm Brewing Co. to enjoy some music and a cold beer, reservations strongly recommended.

Sunday, May 14

Second Sunday on King Street | Sunday, May 14 | 12-5 p.m. | King Street, King St., Charleston | Free | Stroll, eat, and shop along Charleston’s main corridor between Queen and Calhoun streets at this dog-friendly event.
Mother’s Day Dinner at Revival | Sunday, May 14 | 5-10 p.m. | Revival , 162 East Bay St., Charleston | Soak in hospitality and good eats at this delicious meal.
Mother’s Day Sail on the Palmetto Breeze | Sunday, May 14 | 2-4 p.m. | Water’s Edge Restaurant, 1407 Shrimp Boat Lane, Mount Pleasant | $40 | Coastal moms unite to take in the sea breeze of CHS on this Mother’s day cruise.

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Editor’s Pick

CHStoday storms — We are thinking of renaming Charleston to the storm city.
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Photo by @nicholas_skylar

Weather

The Holy City has been staying hydrated the past few weeks. After this past week, there have been 17 weekends in a row of rain in the Lowcountry. Fingers crossed for this weekend to stay dry, but after Tuesday nights storms we might be in for another. (WCIV)

Holiday

Mother’s Day is on Sunday and our events calendar is filled with great spots for brunch. Pro tip: get those reservations in now before they fill up — right now.

Watch

Pedicabs are an essential part of travel in Charleston and we decided to dive into the fun this week and go for a ride. Check out our reel to watch us ride around downtown.

Great Escapes

Our guide to Birmingham, AL

Great Escapes: Our guide to Birmingham, AL

The Magic City is the most recognized nickname for Birmingham. | Photo by Chris Granger via the Alabama Tourism Department

If a flourishing food scene, thriving arts community, and family-friendly fun appeal to you, read on to see what’s so magical about this midsize metropolitan.

Birmingham is a foodie’s paradise, having earned the nickname “Dinner Table of the South” with a roster of iconic restaurants, James Beard darlings, and culinary traditions.
Outdoors: Locals flock to Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Ruffner Mountain, and Moss Rock Preserve — all located within 15 miles of downtown — to be active and enjoy the great outdoors.
Vrbo: This downtown loft is located in the heart of Magic City. (~$114/night)

More reasons to go

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Holiday

How to win Mother’s Day? Send the mother figure in your life iconic meals and desserts from across the country with Goldbelly. Think: Ina Garten’s coconut cake, a New York bagel brunch kit, and a chef’s steak dinner for four. Yup, it’s all on Goldbelly.*

Number

33.7+ million. That’s how many bottles of Champagne the US consumed in 2022. Keep the bubbly flowing with our favorite vacuum insulated Champagne + wine chiller from S’well, plus the easiest Champagne stopper you’ll ever use.

Shop

Life hack: Order your paper towels online and avoid trekking home a giant pack from the store. This Bounty eight-pack is a best seller, or try the Amazon Basics twelve-pack.*

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