Good Catch Seafood Connection tackles food insecurity
Foster a deeper appreciation for our local seafood industry. | Photo via South Carolina Aquarium
When you’ve got a shoreline like Charleston’s, there’s more than enough seafood to go around. The trick is getting those meals in the hands of our neighbors who need them most — and that’s where South Carolina Aquarium comes in.
Partnering with local businesses and nonprofits, the newly launched Good Catch Seafood Connection plans to provide 5,000 meals to Charlestonians facing food insecurity.
Starting with a single catch, we’ll walk you through the participating organizations and their impact. Bonus: You can get involved.
Cherry Point Seafood
South Carolina Aquarium buys the seafood for Good Catch — 160 pounds of swordfish and shrimp — from Cherry Point Seafood. Family-owned and operated on Wadmalaw Island since 1933, the partnership supports sustainability and the local economy by keeping seafood local.
Culinary Institute of Charleston
Students at the Culinary Institute of Charleston at Trident Technical College will prep and package the swordfish. Students will build their skills while cutting down on food waste.
Lowcountry Food Bank
About 1 in 8 South Carolina residents experience food insecurity according to the US Department of Agriculture. Lowcountry Food Bank has helped alleviate hunger for 200,000+ residents and counting, and will distribute meals packaged at the Culinary Institute through its network across coastal South Carolina.
One80 Place
That’s the life of a swordfish steak through Good Catch, but what about the rest? Cherry Point will send its shrimp to One80 Place, a local service which connects people experiencing homelessness with support services, job opportunities, and, ultimately, a home.
One80’s culinary trainees prepare the shrimp, then serve it up through the service’s community kitchen program to Charlestonians in need. That kitchen is staffed with volunteers — openings fill up fast, but you can sign up and help One80, help South Carolina Aquarium, and help Charleston.
Events
Wednesday, Oct. 11
Woolly Wednesdays | Wednesday, Oct. 11 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Pluff Mudd Farm, 2025 Bentz Rd., Wadmalaw Island | $15 | Learn how to card wool, spin yarn, wet-felt a wool patch, and indigo dye a felt coaster or mug rug.
The Not Scholastic BoOozy Book Fair | Wednesday, Oct. 11 | 5-8 p.m. | Frothy Beard Brewing Company, 1401 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., Charleston | Price of purchase | Enjoy a discounted drink when you pick up your order of books.
Masterclass: 7-Course Bourbon Pairing Dinner | Wednesday, Oct. 11 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | New Realm Brewing, 880 Island Park Dr., Daniel Island | $100 | Enjoy an elevated seven-course, small batch-paired, fine-dining experience.
Thursday, Oct. 12
Tango Lovers: Volver | Thursday, Oct. 12 | 7:30-9 p.m. | West Beach Conference Center, 2 Shipwatch Rd., Kiawah Island | $30 | Be transported through time and place by this award-winning dance company.
Mad Hatter Party | Thursday, Oct. 12 | 6-9 p.m. | The Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting St., Charleston | $65-$150 | Go down the rabbit hole for a night of whimsy featuring a special Wonderland-themed exhibit, including bites and a signature cocktail.
Friday, Oct. 13
Lighthouse Inlet Bird Walk | Friday, Oct. 13 | 8:30-10:30 a.m. | Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preserve, 1750 E. Ashley Ave., Folly Beach | $9 | Glimpse a variety of songbirds, seabirds, and shorebirds guided by a birding expert.
The all- you -ca n-eat event is happening Saturday, Nov. 11 and will feature 50+ renowned pitmasters and chefs — plus, live music from headliner Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country and opener Lilly Hiatt.
There’s the option of General Admission tickets ($95), which include food, or VIP tickets ($250) which include all-inclusive food and alcoholic beverages, so you can create the perfect experience for you.
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Museum
Through next November, the International African American Museum will host three new exhibits: “Creative Gathering” will encourage reflection; “Feeling the Future” will display the work of Black photographer Ming Smith; and “Follow the North Star” will examine freedom. See dates. (WCSC)
Seasonal
Head to Camellias at Hotel Bennett on Sunday, Oct. 29 + Monday, Oct. 30 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. for a Barbie Halloween Party. Your $70 ticket will save you a seat with light bites and unlimited rosé.
Eat
Grab a pint, help a pup. For every beer and glass of wine sold at Lowcountry Boil, Barks & Brews, hosted by Too Good Foods, $1 will be donated to Hallie Hill Animal Sanctuary. Plus, 20% of boil sales ($25 a serving) will go to the sanctuary.
Listen
Idlewild Revival will perform at Palmetto Park Jam this Sunday, Oct. 15 at Palmetto Islands County Park. Gates open at 11 a.m. with food trucks and vendors, followed by a performance by Salty Still at 12 p.m. and Idlewild Revival at 1:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 per car in advance, $30 day of.
Shop
Until midnight tonight, Etsy is offering $10 off all orders over $40 with the code “YES10.” Check out items from Charleston sellers — like the oyster-themed decor from Grit and Grace Studio — and support local artists and craftspeople.
Stat
1 in 8. That’s the number of women in the US who will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. This year alone, over 297,000 American women will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer. Here’s what to know about getting screened.*
Cause
It’s the 23rd year of Trident United Way’s Days of Caring, happening Nov. 15-17. The largest volunteer initiative in the Tri-County area, Days of Caring unites hundreds of nonprofits with thousands of volunteers to improve our communities. Volunteer sign-ups begin Friday, Oct.13 — learn more.*
Trending
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