06.14.2023

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Stay by the sea: A look at Kiawah River living

Want to wake up to scenic views? Enter: Kiawah River. Complete with stunning homes, neighborhood parks, and more, here’s why you may want to call this piece of paradise home — or schedule a local staycation at one of its riverfront bungalows:

By the numbers:

2,000: Acres of riverfront for year-round outdoor wandering and discovery.
100: Acreage of local farm featuring fresh eggs, grassfed beef, and a goat dairy.
20: Miles of trails perfect for biking along marsh fields, tidal creeks, and the Kiawah River.

A skyview of bikers biking along Kiawah River. — Follow along with sea island pastimes.
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Photo provided by Kiawah River

What to do:

When you stay by the sea, you can start the day by sliding onto a paddle board and grabbing binoculars to see the colorful wildlife, which includes spoonbills, bottlenose dolphins, and white-tailed deer.

Want to start the day by getting active? Greet the day with a sunrise hike — or follow the leader on mushroom foraging excursions and wildflower planting parties.

Pick up fresh produce for a delicious Lowcountry dinner and say hello to the baby goats at the farm, then enjoy outdoor dining under great live oak trees. Say goodnight from Sea Island Park at sunset as you walk home in the twilight.

Ready for a piece of paradise? Stay connected by signing up for Kiawah River’s newsletter, scheduling a tour, or booking a stay at a bungalow.

Learn more

Events

Wednesday, June 14

Summer Movie Series | Wednesday, June 14 | 2 p.m. | Dorchester Road Library, 6325 Dorchester Rd., North Charleston | Free | Grab a bag of popcorn and catch a screening of Top Gun at the library.
West Ashley Farmers Market | Wednesday, June 14 | 3-7 p.m. | Ackerman Park, 55 Sycamore Ave., Charleston | Free | This farmers market is the perfect way to support local and get out in your community.

Thursday, June 15

Summer Entertainment Series - Magic by Chaz | Thursday, June 15 | 10-11 a.m. | Wannamaker County Park, 8888 University Blvd., North Charleston | $4-$5 | Join in to watch a magic show and be amazed by Chaz from Minnesota.
Wine on the Piazza | Thursday, June 15 | 4:30-6 p.m. | The Edmondston- Alston House, 21 East Battery St., Charleston | $30 | Wine down for the day and learn more about one of the Holy City’s classic homes.

Friday, June 16

Make a Wish - Painting With a Purpose | Friday, June 16 | 6-8 p.m. | Painting With A Twist, 2511 N Main St., Summerville | $40 | Bring out your artist skills to this event and support the Make a Wish Foundation.
Moonlight Mixers | Friday, June 16| 7-10:30 p.m. | Folly Beach Pier, 101 East Arctic Ave., Folly Beach | $8-$10 | Moonlight Mixers at the Folly Beach Pier are back — DJ John Dixon will be spinning the hottest oldies and beach music classics on the Edge of America.

Sunday, June 18

Eight Four Flea | Sunday, June 18 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Holy City Brewing, 1021 Aragon Ave., North Charleston | Free | Visit one of the most popular vintage markets in the area to fill your summer wardrobe.

Calendar events here

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Cause

CCF helps fund grant for nonprofits serving children with special needs

Presented by a CHStoday partner

Connecting donors to causes they’re passionate about — that’s what Coastal Community Foundation (CCF) does. The nonprofit aims to create communities rich in equity, opportunity, and well-being by uniting people and investing resources where it matters most. One of those places of investment is The Charles Webb/Ed Croft Endowment Fund, which awards grants to nonprofits that strive to improve the lives of children with special needs.

The fund, created with Coastal Community Foundation in 1997, has granted $1.7 million to 60 nonprofit organizations in the Tri-County area. Charles Webb became an advocate for children with special needs after his son contracted polio in 1928 at age four. Charles and his friend Ed Croft then partnered with the Rotary Club of Charleston to create an organization to fight to eradicate polio and provide services to disabled children.

Meet one of the organizations that benefits from the Webb/Croft fund: Camp Rise Above. This nonprofit provides camps and family fun days for children + adults with special needs, disabilities, and medical challenges — at no cost to families (thanks to grants like this).

Want to contribute to The Charles Webb/Ed Croft Endowment Fund? Donate here.

Learn more about CCF

News Notes

Announced

The Charleston Animal Society is launching a new program to get large adult dogs adopted. The program offers $150 to foster families to find new homes for these dogs within 30 days. A special orientation will be held today at 6 p.m. for those interested. (WCBD)

Development

The South Carolina Department of Transportation was awarded a contract to resurface portions of I-526. The total cost of the project is just over $10 million and the entire project is expected to be finished before the fall. (WCSC)

Civic

The city of Charleston is preparing to search for a new police chief after the recent death of the department’s former chief, Luther Reynolds. The city will use the same search company that was used to hire Reynolds, the Police Executive Research Firm. (Charleston City Paper)

Plan Ahead

Charleston County residents are encouraged to set up a digital preparedness kit to prepare for hurricane season. This kit is intended to protect your digital devices in the event of a storm. (Holy City Sinner)

Open

Ride and Roll Cycling is a new indoor cycling studio on James Island located next to the Charleston Pour House on Maybank Hwy. You can check it out for private rides, cycling classes, and personal training.

The Word

Sandía. Start using it in conversation in three weeks.*

Drink

Summer is here, which means so too is aperol spritz season. Enjoy as many as you’d like (without regretting it the next day) when you make yours with Ritual Zero Proof’s aperitif alternative — an alcohol-free take on the Italian classic. Bonus: Use it to make the summery aperitif sour.*

Arts

From galleries and museums to brewmasters and artisans, discover the arts and culture scene in Greenville, SC. Pro tip: Review the Arts & Culture Guide before your visit.*

History

Charleston Museum new anniversary exhibit

The Charleston Museum announces part two of the 250th anniversary exhibit

The museum’s collections include over 2.4 million objects that hold great value to South Carolina’s history and the nation | Photo provided by The Charleston Museum.

You don’t want to miss this. The Charleston Museum, located at 360 Meeting St., announced the second part of its 250th anniversary exhibit, America’s First Museum: 250 Years of Collecting, Preserving, and Education. This exhibit will begin on Saturday, June 17 and run through January 7, 2024. Features will include iconic representative objects from the museum’s five major collections: archives, archaeology, history, historic textiles, and natural history.

Some artifacts include:

● A pew from a church on Edisto Island made by enslaved craftsmen in the 1830s.

● A recently acquired double chest, c. 1730s, constructed by cabinetmaker James Carwithen. The piece is the oldest known example of a Charleston-made double chest.

● The never-exhibited, nearly two feet in length skull of Pelagornis sandersi — the world’s largest known flying bird. This one-of-a-kind artifact was found at the Charleston International Airport in 1983.

Learn more about the anniversary exhibit here.

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Erika

From the editor

Hey there, it’s nice to meet you. My name is Erika and I’m stoked to be the new City Editor for CHStoday. I’m a native of Summerville and can’t wait to write about all things Charleston.

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