🥕 Farmers markets

• Charleston Farmers Market | Saturdays | 8 a.m.- 2 p.m. | Marion Square | Shop food offerings, artisan crafts, live local music, and 70 farmers and growers.
• West Ashley Farmers Market | Wednesdays | 3-7 p.m. | Ackerman Park | The perfect way to support local and get out in your community.
• Mount Pleasant Farmers Market | Tuesdays | 3:30-7 p.m. | Moultrie Middle School | A large selection of fresh produce and crafts.
• North Charleston Farmers Market | Thursdays | 3:30-7 p.m. | 5025 Lackawanna Blvd., North Charleston | Features at the market include food trucks and locally grown foods.
• Summerville Farmers Market | Saturdays | 8 a.m.-1 p.m. | 218 South Main St., Summerville | A great opportunity for the community to highlight neighborhood produced products.
• Sunday Brunch Farmers Market | Sundays | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Pour House, 1977 Maybank Hwy. | A curated market that is 100% local shopping.
• Sea Island Farmers Market | Saturdays | 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | 2024 Academy Dr., Johns Island | Shop fresh-from-the-farm foods, locally-prepared dishes, and vendors.

• Paint & Sip Event @ Share House: To the Beach | Tuesday, May 23 | 6-8 p.m. | Share House, 23 Ann St., Charleston | $37 | Enjoy live music, food, and drinks while an artist walks you step-by-step through the painting process.

• Life and Legacy Blood Drive | Wednesday, May 24 | 8 a.m.-1 p.m. | Patriots Point, 40 Patriots Point Rd., Mount Pleasant | Free | Volunteer to help local hospitals and save lives — all blood donors will receive an electronic gift card.
• West Ashley Farmers Market | Wednesday, May 24 | 3-7 p.m. | Ackerman Park, 55 Sycamore Ave., Charleston | Free | Visit the farmers market to support local and get out in your community.

• Live Under the Oaks | Thursday, May 25 | 6-8 p.m. | Mount Pleasant Towne Centre, 1218 Belk Dr., Charleston | Free | Grab blankets and chairs and sit under the oaks with friends and family during this outdoor concert series.

• Memorial Day Weekend Music on the Green | Friday, May 26-Saturday, May 27 | 6-9 p.m. | Freshfields Village, 165 Village Green Dr., Johns Island | Free | Commemorate Memorial Day weekend with this special two-night Music on the Green concert series.

• Beach Reach riders park for free at Mount Pleasant Towne Centre, then board the shuttle at stop No. 715 on Market Center Blvd.
• Ride the shuttle (which has air conditioning, wi-fi, and bike racks) and get dropped off at 14th Ave. and Ocean Blvd.
• Enjoy a day at IOP and ride back when you’re done.

• Saturdays and Sundays from May 27-Sept. 4
• Memorial Day, July 4, and Labor Day included
• Saturdays: Shuttle runs every hour from 9:15 a.m. (first departure from Towne Centre) to 5:30 p.m. (final departure from Isle of Palms).
• Sundays: Shuttle runs every hour from 9:40 a.m.-5:55 p.m.

• A new 5,000-sqft gaming facility is coming to West Ashley. Game Haus is slated to open adjacent to Ireland’s Own/Jagerhaus Pub on Thursday, June 1. Look forward to games including motorsport racing, shuffleboard, and pinball.
• Chocolate or vanilla? A new Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers is expected to open at US Highway 17A + Carnes Crossing Boulevard in Goose Creek. Save room for burgers, hot dogs, shoestring fries, and frozen custard. (The Post and Courier)

• Patriots Annex, a mixed-use development incorporating Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum, is on schedule following its groundbreaking last fall. The museum’s new visitor parking lot is slated to be completed in October. (The Post and Courier)

• On Thursday, June 1, head to the corner of King + Ann streets for a free family-friendly art event that’s open to the public. Piccolo on King will take place from 6-9 p.m. and feature live music, outdoor dining, vendors, and performance art.

• Memorial Day is coming up on Monday, May 29. Commemorate the day with these events going on in the Lowcountry, including a free concert at Hampton Park and the unveiling of a memorial at Davis-Bailey Park. (WCBD)

• What would a health professional order at your favorite restaurant? See six local physicians’ and specialists’ go-to orders at some of our local faves.*

• Contemplating an e-bike purchase? Upway — the No. 1 certified e-bike provider — sells top-quality electric bikes up to 60% cheaper than retail. Shop top e-bike brands in new or like-new condition. Bonus: Your bike will ship right to your door, so you can immediately experience the sheer joy of effortless travel.*

• Whoops, Friday brain fog had us thinking of Firefly Distillery. The owner of Striped Pig Distillery, Pixie Paula Dezzutti, is partnering with Ghost Monkey Brewery. This is expected to lead to cross brand collaborations and new drinks. (Brewbound)

• Purchase a Gold Pass online and present it to be scanned for admission.
• Passes are good for a year after the date of purchase.
• Passes are per car and allow up to 15 people in your vehicle.
• Get unlimited visits to ~15 parks and recreational centers including James Island County Park and Folly Beach County Park.
• Attend events like the Reggae Nights Summer Concert Series for free.
• Access special park and program discounts in a monthly email.
• Receive $15 off SC Aquarium annual memberships.

• Standard rate: $90
• Charleston County residents: $75
• Ages 60 and up: $60