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Charleston Area Model Railroad Club provides fun activities for those interested in trains
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Explore the world of trains. | Photo by the CHStoday team.
City Editor Erika here. After recently attending a media event, I learned about the Charleston Area Model Railroad Club (special shout out to Jenny from Charleston Living Magazine) and had to do some more digging. Keep reading to see what I found.

What is it?

The Charleston Area Model Railroad Club, or CAMRC, was created in 1983 and was formally known as Charleston’s Best Friend. The club comprises members with special skills and interests in model railroading, but also welcomes new members interested in a new hobby. The nonprofit aims to create an opportunity for fun, learning, and sharing with others.

CAMRC is located inside Citadel Mall in Ste. A160 (outside Dillard’s mall entrance) and is open Tuesday and Thursday, 5-8 p.m., Saturday, 12-4 p.m. + Sunday, 1-4 p.m. The space has three big operating layouts with scenic views that have interactive buttons to push. Pro tip: You can visit for free.

a scene of a fair at the model train railroad club

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The club’s activities:
  • Technical support
  • Model railroad + railroad safety education
  • Special exhibits + events
  • Model train shows
Get on the right track and follow CAMRC on Instagram, YouTube + Facebook.

Upcoming event:

Its annual train show will be on Saturday, Jan. 6 + Sunday, Jan. 7 at the Exchange Hall in the Gold Room at the Exchange Park Fairgrounds (9850 Hwy. 78, Ladson). This train show is an opportunity to see model scales or displays of various sizes, plus vendors to shop from. Admission is $10. Stay updated on the event’s Facebook page.
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Events
Monday, Dec. 11
  • Sippin’ Santa at Laughing Gull Restaurant + Bar | Monday, Dec. 11-Sunday, Dec. 31 | 11 a.m.-8 p.m. | Wild Dunes Resort, 5757 Palm Blvd., Isle of Palms | Price of purchase | Sip on your favorite or try a new holiday-inspired drink at the Santa-inspired tiki bar.
Tuesday, Dec. 12
  • Footloose The Musical Auditions | Tuesday, Dec. 12 | 5:30 p.m. | Old Trolley Theatre, 102 Old Trolley Rd., Summerville | Free | Bring a printed resume of past theatrical experience and be prepared for a dance + singing audition.
Wednesday, Dec. 13
  • Magnolia Labs Holiday Market | Wednesday, Dec. 13 | 6-8 p.m. | Bevi Bene Brewing Company, 1859 Summerville Ave., Charleston | $15 | Experience the magic of the season while supporting gifts and crafts by local female entrepreneurs and creators.
  • Gnocchi Workshop | Wednesday, Dec. 13 | 6-8 p.m. | Rivertowne Country Club, 1700 Rivertowne Country Club Dr., Mount Pleasant | $75 | This class is hands-on, a full dinner + dessert are included in the evening.
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  1. The Savvy Oak Dough Bowl Candle is unique and smells amazing.
  2. Holiday parties just got better with the savory Appalachian Trail Mix.
  3. Glassware featuring our city’s skyline is a festive way to toast to the holidays.
  4. Celebrate the city and state we all love with artwork great for any home or office.
  5. Perfectly curated gift sets are excellent go-to presents for the holidays.
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News Notes
Eat
  • Ma’am Saab, the Pakistani eatery at 251 Meeting St., has a new tasting menu. Guests can sample over a dozen dishes, including Maryam’s Masala Behl, Lamp Chapli Kabab, and Butter Chicken. You must have at least four for the tasting menu. Make your reservation for $65 per person.
Arts
  • Pure Theatre will debut “The Lehman Trilogy,” which won the 2022 Tony Award for “Best New Play.” It follows the Lehman Brothers and their financial woes. The show runs from Thursday, Jan. 11 through Saturday, Feb. 10 at the Cannon Street Arts Center, with tickets ranging from $47 to $53.
Tech
  • Local coffee shop The Daily is the first Charleston business to try Blackbird, a New York-based loyalty app created by the co-creator of Eater and Resy. The app allows patrons to check in, get perks + receive points. Little Jack’s Taverns, Leon’s Oyster Shop, and Melfi will try this loyalty program next. (Charleston City Paper)
Outdoors
  • The Geminids meteor shower is predicted to peak on Wednesday, Dec. 13 + Thursday, Dec. 14. According to NASA, this dazzling annual shower is considered “one of the best and most reliable.” Read up on where and when to catch the cosmic light show. (NASA)
Award
  • The Beach Company, one of SC’s largest real estate firms, was recently awarded two Multi-Housing News Excellence Awards. The firm won bronze for the Best ESG Program, and its downtown Charleston community, The Jasper, placed bronze for Best Operations.
Family
  • Spots are quickly filling at the “Bach to Rock Music” Winter Break Music Camp, kicking off Dec. 18 at Mt. Pleasant’s Belle Hall Shopping Plaza. Kids seven and up get the chance to learn + jam with fellow aspiring rockers in this hands-on holiday break music program.*
Travel
  • Bon appétit. Start planning the ultimate foodie getaway to Greenville. Choose from 200+ restaurants in downtown Greenville, a quarter of which are international dining destinations.*
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  • Trident United Way is shining a light on the 40% of Tri-County households who work hard but never seem to get ahead. These households are known as ALICE®: Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed households who can’t afford all of life’s essentials. Learn more + support.*
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John’s Island Coffee Company + Warrior Surf Foundation’s partnership features new Warrior Surf Blend
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You can support local and support veterans this holiday season. John’s Island Coffee Company + Warrior Surf Foundation have partnered to create a special Warrior Surf Blend coffee.

The Warrior Surf Blend is a medium-dark roast with washed coffee beans from Colombia and Ethiopia. It’s described as smelling like dark chocolate and has toasted nuts and hints of caramel.

The blend is available as either whole or ground beans in six-ounce bags for $10.57 or twelve-ounce bags for $14.40. A subscription program also gives individuals their bag of choice every month.

50% of the proceeds will benefit the Warrior Surf Foundation’s surf therapy program, which provides 12 weeks of resources to veterans experiencing mental health challenges. Think: surf therapy, yoga + wellness classes.
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Today’s edition by:
Erika
From the editor
Last week, Callie and I had a team outing getting dinner at Bumpa’s (5 Cumberland St.) This cozy spot downtown is like a classic Irish pub. Along with the tasty food + drinks, we enjoyed live music. Add this spot to this list of places to try.
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