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Take an accessible hike

Take an accessible hike on one of these trails in Charleston
Take a trip down this Old Towne Road. | Photo by Larry Monteith
The outdoors are for everybody — and there are plenty of hikes around the Holy City that are friendly to wheelchairs, strollers, and other mobility aids. Get some fresh air on four of our favorite accessible trails.

Charles Towne Landing Historic Site Trail, 1500 Old Towne Rd.
This 2-mile loop offers scenic views of the Ashley River and is popular for birding. The site does charge an entry fee, so expect to pay around $12 per adult.

Yvonne DuFort Evans Ashley Riverwalk, Lockwood Drive
This 0.6-mile paved trail follows the Ashley River, ending at the General William Moultrie Playground. Take in water views at the Colonial Lake near the playground or the marina on the other end of the trail.

Laurel Hill County Park Loop, 1251 Park West Blvd., Mount Pleasant
Follow this 5-mile dirt path with your furry friend on a leash through Laurel Hill County Park. We recommend parking at Park West Boulevard where there are ~10 designated accessible parking spots. Be aware: The path can get soft after rain, so you may need all-terrain tires after wet weather.

West Ashley Greenway, Windermere Boulevard
For a longer hike, take this 15.7-mile out-and-back trail which affords views of tidal creeks and swamps. The path itself is a mixture of gravel and pavement and averages at about 6 ft wide. If you want to stick to pavement, the first 6 miles of the trail are for you. Snag some accessible parking on Windermere Boulevard at the north end of the shopping center.

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Events
Friday, July 21
  • National Outdoor Sculpture Competition and Exhibition | Friday, July 21 | 6 a.m.-10 p.m. | North Charleston Riverfront Park, 1001 Everglades Ave., North Charleston | Free | Enjoy the sculpture displays of 13 pieces along walking paths, a fishing pier, boardwalk, playground, and a children’s play fountain.
  • Ilana Glazer Live! | Friday, July 21 | 8 p.m. | Gaillard Center, 95 Calhoun St., Charleston | $20+ | Laugh out loud to the comedy of the co-creator and co-star of “Broad City.”
Saturday, July 22
  • Sweetgrass Festival | Saturday, July 22 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park, 99 Harry M. Hallman Jr Blvd., Mount Pleasant | Free | The Sweetgrass Festival is designed to promote and bring attention to the contributions of the Gullah Geechee people’s history, culture, traditions + their sweetgrass basket art.
  • THE LIGHTNING THIEF | Saturday, July 22-Sunday, July 30 | 2-4 p.m. | Dock Street, 135 Church St., Charleston | $36.50 | See this off-Broadway play based on Percy Jackson’s adventures in Rick Riordan’s award-winning YA books.
  • Author Talk with Susan M. Boyer | Saturday, July 22 | 3 p.m. | Baxter Patrick James Island Library, 1858 South Grimball Rd., Charleston | Free | Join best-selling author and local favorite Susan M. Boyer as she talks about “Big Trouble on Sullivan’s Island,” the first book in her new mystery series.
Sunday, July 23
  • Cornhole Tournament | Sunday, July 23 | 1-5 p.m. | Two Blokes Brewing, 547 Long Point Rd., Ste 101, Mount Pleasant | $20 | Sign up individually to compete for the cornhole championship.
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Giveaway
REV Federal Credit Union Givewaway
This giveaway is a home run. | Image by 6AM City
It’s time to kick off summertime — Charleston style. We’ve partnered with REV Federal Credit Union to give away the ultimate prize package (valued at $1,000) for a lucky beer + baseball fan.

One winner will snag:
Enter to win now through Thursday, Aug. 3 at 12 p.m. One winner will be chosen at random and contacted via Instagram on Thursday, Aug. 3 (and announced here in our newsletter on Friday, Aug. 4).
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News Notes
Biz
  • A new golf cart manufacturer is now operating in Summerville at 636 Omni Industrial Blvd. The startup company has invested $34.2 million into a 130,000-sqft facility. On the career hunt? Honor LSV is expected to create 65 new jobs. (Charleston Business Journal)
Community
  • Project Cool Breeze will give away emergency air conditioners at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 22 at the Lowe’s in West Ashley. Due to the recent extreme heat, the project will “relax” the 60+ age limit — but units will be one per car for the first 135 cars. Register or donate by calling 843-226-7706. (WCSC)
Plan Ahead
  • Calling all entrepreneurs. The annual Lender Matchmaking Event will be on Friday, Aug. 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 79 Hagood Ave. Business owners will have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with lenders and resource partners. Registration is free — and required.
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Learn
  • Don’t bug out. Learn how to pin and preserve a five-horned Rhinoceros Beetle at The Charleston Museum on Saturday, July 22 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tickets are $120 for members ($150 for nonmembers).
Art
  • A new exhibition will hit The Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art next month. “When the Land Meets the Body” by artist La Vaughn Belle will be on display from Aug. 25 until Dec. 9. The exhibit will feature large-scale cartographic paintings made from cut, torn, and burned paper — plus new Lowcountry-inspired pieces.
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
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In case you missed it, July is Disability Pride Month. Don’t miss out on celebrating the final week. Check out events like inclusive wrestling tomorrow on Saturday, July 22, or the finale celebration at Holy City Brewing Co. on Friday, July 28.
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