09.25.2023

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Explore the CDC Learning Center

Charleston Digital Corridor has a new learning center supported by Google

Mayor Tecklenburg uses large red scissors to cut the blue ribbon at the ribbon-cutting celebration.

Mayor Tecklenburg described the center as a “beacon of opportunity for our residents.” | Photo by Luke Higgs Photos

Last week, several local business leaders + elected officials attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony for downtown’s newest learning center at 997 Morrison Dr.

It’s a part of Charleston Digital Corridor (CDC), a community-sourced initiative to attract, nurture, and promote the region’s tech economy.

The CDC Learning Center will provide accessible training and skill development across the Lowcountry, particularly those in technology. There are also plans to focus on providing underserved communities with high-quality + inclusive education programs in a supportive learning environment.

Inside Charleston Digital Corridor's new learning center, here is one of the classrooms. The walls are blue and there are long white tables with gray chairs. There are two screens on the wall and a brown podium. — The new learning center is located on the CDC’s Charleston Tech Center campus on Charleston’s upper peninsula.
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Photo by Luke Higgs Photos

Supported by Google, the project received $250,000 in funds from the tech giant. The mission of the CDC Learning Center aligns with Google’s work to “help upskill the regional workforce” and to “remove barriers to entry in the tech industry.”

The learning hub features 1,200 sqft in classroom space with advanced technology and will offer various programming. Think: basic digital literacy, AI, and cybersecurity training courses.

Classes started last week with a “Intro to AI” class. To stay updated or register for a class, check out Charleston Digital Corridor’s website or follow along on Instagram.

Events

Monday, Sept. 25

“The Loveliest of Trees”| Monday, Sept. 25-Saturday, Sept. 30 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Grand Bohemian Gallery, 55 Wentworth St., Charleston | Free | Explore this exhibition by Tamara Garvey and Bridgette Martin as they celebrate the return of fall.
A Book Launch Celebration | Monday, Sept. 25 | 6 p.m. | Buxton Books, 160 King St., Charleston | Free | Stop by this local spot for the launch of William Thompson’s “Lightwaves: A Film Critic’s Odyssey.”

Tuesday, Sept. 26

Fall-Themed Succulent Workshop | Tuesday, Sept. 26 | 7-8 p.m. | Frothy Beard Brewing, 1401 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., Charleston | $30-$68 | This evening will include a fall-inspired plant + sip party.

Wednesday, Sept. 27

“Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” Live in Concert | Wednesday, Sept. 27 | 10 a.m. | North Charleston Coliseum & Performing Arts Center, 5001 Coliseum Dr., North Charleston | $10 |This concert pairs a screening of the Academy Award-winning animated film with live musicians and turntables featuring a DJ scratcher live on stage.

Saturday, Sept. 30

Party at the Playground | Saturday, Sept. 30 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Our Lady of Mercy Community Outreach, 1684 Brownswood Rd., Johns Island | Free | Celebrate the grand opening of Our Lady of Mercy’s new playground with a jump castle, crafts, face painting, Low Tide Brewing beer, Kona Ice, and more.*

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Holiday

Celebrate the joys of the holiday season at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

A festive entry way at Kiawah Island Golf Resort

Here’s the perfect destination for your holiday staycation. | Photo provided by Kiawah Island Golf Resort

Unwrap new traditions at Kiawah Island Golf Resort. Gift yourself the ultimate local getaway and celebrate the joys of the season with festivities that will delight guests of all ages, including:

An island arrival of Mr. and Mrs. Claus
The unveiling of a statuesque chocolate masterpiece
The magical glow of a tree-lighting ceremony
Culinary delights abound with traditional Lowcountry oyster roasts, a time-honored Feast of the Seven Fishes, and bountiful buffets complete with seaside views.

Start planning your holiday getaway

News Notes

Opening

Elliot Remington Auto Studio has opened a new 27,000 sqft location at 2532 Spruill Ave. that will serve as a preservation, restoration + storage facility for luxury, classic, vintage, and exotic vehicles. (Charleston Regional Business Journal)

Stat

1.77%. That’s the population increase SC experienced from 2021 to 2022, reaching a total population of 5,282,634. Berkeley County came in third at 3.55%, increasing from 236,701 to 245,117. Charleston County saw a 1.51% population change, rising from 413,024 to 419,279, and Dorchester County saw a 1.72% population change, increasing from 163,327 to 166,133. (The State)

Environment

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources will host three meetings to make some changes to the crabbing industry due to recreational + industrial crabbers reporting low numbers in SC’s waters. The first meeting will be on Wednesday, Sept. 27, at 6:30 p.m. at the Marine Resources Research Institute Auditorium. (WCSC)

Coming Soon

Little Peanut Pastries, an online bakery with a pick-up option in North Charleston, plans to open its brick-and-mortar bakery in November at 2408 Ashley River Rd., Unit V, in West Ashley where St. Honoré used to operate. We’re drooling over the Cookies and Cream Brownies. (The Post and Courier)

Arts

Park Circle Gallery will welcome a group of artists from Redux Artists Collective to present the Metamorphosis exhibition, which will display various media that show art-making transformations from Wednesday, Oct. 4 to Saturday, Oct. 28. There will be a free reception on Friday, Oct. 6, from 5 to 7 p.m. hosted by the artists. (City of North Charleston)

Drink

This brand believed there was a way to take water and make it a little more perfect by infusing it with fruit essences (but none of the gross diet sweeteners, calories, or sugar). And the fruit flavors really taste like fruit. Groundbreaking. Plus, new customers get 36 bottles for $36 + free shipping.*

Holiday

Celebrate the holiday season at Kiawah Island Golf Resort, where sunshine and splendor mingle with decked halls and salt-kissed air. Festivities delight guests of all ages, from Santa’s island arrival and unveiling of a chocolate masterpiece to a tree-lighting ceremony and award-winning Lowcountry holiday feasts. Learn more or call (855) 421-0018.*

Health

Do you have a relative who could benefit from at-home health care? Enter: homeRN Charleston, a concierge caregiving service here in Charleston. Learn more.*

Community

The Junior League of Charleston is commemorating 100 years of serving the Charleston Community by hosting a Centennial Celebration. This black tie optional gala is happening on Friday, Oct. 27 at the Gaillard Center at 7 p.m. The event features an open bar, dinner, an eight-piece band, and a live + silent auction. Snag tickets.*

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Erika

From the editor

Happy Monday, everyone. I hope you all had a great weekend. Anyone have any recommendations for local spots to watch football? Let me know.

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