The history

How to visit

• A History of Movement and Immigration | Tuesday, Sept. 12 | 6-7 p.m. | The Charleston Library Society, 164 King St., Charleston | $10-$15 | Learn from Daniel Wolff as he shares the broader history of immigration and movement of people across the US.
• PechaKucha 43 | Tuesday, Sept. 12 | 7:30 p.m. | Charleston Music Hall, 37 John St., Charleston | $12 | Enjoy this diverse presenter lineup of different artistic, creative, and entrepreneurial disciplines in Charleston’s creative community.

• FISHstory Scanning Night | Wednesday, Sept. 13 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. | Town and Country Hotel, 2008 Savannah Hwy., Charleston | Free | Bring your historic fishing photos and a team will scan and return hard copy photos, gather background information, and share digital copies with photo providers.
  
• Young Entrepreneurs Networking Event| Wednesday, Sept. 13 | 6-8 p.m. | blūm, 511 Meeting St. #Ste. 201, Charleston | Free | Come mingle with fellow creators, business owners, and entrepreneurs + support a local business.

• Lunchtime Herbal Walks at Hampton Park | Thursday, Sept. 14 | 12-1 p.m. | Hampton Park, 30 Mary Murray Dr., Charleston | Free | Lunchtime guided walk with herbalist, April Punsalan, who will teach you foraging techniques and beneficial uses of seasonal plants.
• Paws on The Patio | Thursday, Sept. 14 | 6-8 p.m. | Burtons Grill & Bar, 1875 N. Hwy 17, Mount Pleasant | $30 | Bring your four-legged friends to enjoy an exclusive happy hour to benefit Charleston Animal Society.

• Holy Smokes BBQ Festival | Sat., Nov. 11 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Riverfront Park, 1061 Everglades Ave., North Charleston | $95-$250 | Enjoy all you can eat BBQ from 50+ of the country’s most renowned pitmasters and chefs all in one place and live music — all benefiting local non-profit organizations including Hogs for a Cause.*

• Assistance with daily living activities
• Companionship
• Mobility assistance
• Medication reminders
• Post-operative Care
• Transportation services
• IV therapy
• And more

• Park Circle has a new market featuring a grab-and-go cafe + indoor seating with coffee, breakfast, and lunch options. Odd Duck Market is at 1082 E. Montague Ave. in North Charleston and is open Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-3 p.m., and Saturday-Sunday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. (The Post and Courier)

• Fort Sumter’s Civil War flag collection will be removed for preservation purposes beginning on Tuesday, Sept. 19. The removal is expected to take two days + the museum will also be closed. The flags have been displayed for 20 years. (WCSC)

• Charleston Opera Theater will present a full production of L’elisir d’amore at the College of Charleston Sottile Theater on Friday, Oct. 6 + Sunday, Oct. 8. This comedic opera will feature a group of international soloists + Maestro Wojciech Milewski conducting the Charleston Orchestra. Get your tickets.

• Last weekend, beachgoers at Kiawah Island spotted a waterspout. Think: a tornado over the water. Take a look. (WCSC)

• Aquarium Aglow at the South Carolina Aquarium will return for selected evenings beginning Thursday, Nov. 16 through Sunday, Dec. 31. Guests can experience light exhibitions, interactive displays, festive sips, and photos with Scuba Claus. (WCBD)

• Get ready to rock and kickbox, CHS. We teamed up with Grit Box to give away kickboxing classes, one-on-one personal training sessions, and all gear you’ll need to get started. Head to our Instagram for details and to enter.*

• Text the girls and save the date for Ladies Night Out at Belle Hall on Thursday, Oct. 19. Treat yourself to a night of exclusive deals, giveaways, activities + more. Bonus: The first 50 people to check-in will receive a Belle Hall branded tote bag complete with goodies. See participating stores.*

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