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• Terrarium in a Bottle | Wednesday, Sept. 20 | 6:30-8 p.m. | PlantHouse - Charleston, 832 Coleman Blvd., Mt. Pleasant | $35 | Turn an upcycled bottle and three succulents or cacti into a statement piece for your home.

• Early Birding | Thursday, Sept. 21 | 7-9 a.m. | Stono River County Park, 3580 McLeod Mill Rd., Johns Island | $9 | Embrace your inner early bird at this birding program for all experience levels.
• Sweet Tea Party | Thursday, Sept. 21 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Hutchinson Square, W. Richardson + Short Central, Summerville | Free | Wander the special marketplace featuring local entertainment, craft vendors, and artisans at this month’s Summerville Dream.

• Oktoberfest | Friday, Sept. 22-Sunday, Sept. 24 | 12-7 p.m. | Hotel Bennett, 404 King St., Charleston | Free | Get ready to raise your glasses for an unforgettable celebration in the heart of the Holy City.
• Mama Pear’s Kitchen Pop Up | Friday, Sept. 22 | 4-8 p.m. | Snafu Brewing Company, 3280 Industry Dr., North Charleston | Free | Beef drunken noodles, orange chicken, beef spring rolls — don’t miss out on Mama Pear’s Thai and Vietnamese cuisine.

• Charleston County Parks released an update on Old Towne Creek County Park, a 67-acre park coming to West Ashley. The big news: no big news. Phase one is rolling along with no issues (knock on wood) as workers repair existing infrastructure and prepare for water and IT lines.

• Carnes Crossroads, a 3,600-home planned community in Goose Creek, will include in its amenities a community house, barn, and 10-acre farm. The “Agrihood” development is intended to promote a sense of community by growing organic produce. (The Post and Courier)

• Charleston’s own Vern’s was featured on The New York Times’ ”The Restaurant List 2023” as establishments that the publication is “most excited about right now.” Critics praised the bistro’s clever takes on local ingredients, calling out the rabbit campanelli, tilefish, pork loin, and granita. (The New York Times)

• The Publix on Daniel Island will be demolished and replaced with a larger Publix. The proposed 50,472-sqft store and pocket park won’t start construction for at least another 18 months, meaning it likely wouldn’t be completed until 2026. (The Post and Courier)

• The Palmetto Hotel Lobby Bar and Louisville-based bourbon distiller Angels Envy are partnering to promote urban reforestation. Every cocktail sold will “plant” a virtual white oak for the Toast the Trees campaign, supporting real-world conservation.

• Harold’s Cabin and The Pickled Beat announced dates for their 2023 Holiday Bars. Starting Tuesday, Oct. 3, the bar and restaurant will transform into Hitchcock Halloween, inspired by films like “Psycho” and “North by Northwest.” Then, on Tuesday, Nov. 14, ring in the holidays at White Christmas.

• If the urban hustle + bustle is tiring you out, we have a solution: Escape to the wilderness hiking trails of the Uwharrie Mountains, greenways, and city parks in the Heart of North Carolina. Celebrate the Year of the Trail + see how communities came together to create the growing network of trails.*

• Fueling up for a drive to see fall foliage this weekend? Get real cash back on that gas (and an extra 25 cents per gallon on your first tank) when you download this free app and use code CHS25.*

• Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*

• Menopausal symptoms can show up as early as your mid-30s. Test your hormones + walk through your results with a specialist with Wellcore’s $99 At-Home Assessment Kit.*

• Hello fall, we’re glad you’re here. Six & Main has everything you need this season from refreshing cocktails to cozy candles. Shop fall essentials.

• Last week, Apple unveiled the Apple Watch 9 — which means you can get a great deal on the Apple Watch 8. Snag it for Amazon’s lowest price in 30 days.

• It doesn’t get more luxurious than the Drowsy sleep mask, which is silky smooth on skin and completely light-blocking for the deepest sleep.

• The Bentgo stackable lunch box includes two stackable containers, built-in silverware, and dividers to snugly fit food portions into individual compartments.