Events

What to expect

• The Charleston Place
• Brittlebank Park
• Gaillard Center
• Charleston Marriott
• Marion Square

What’s new

• Jeff Corwin, a TV personality + wildlife biologist, will do an educational presentation featuring “live exotic animals.” Corwin has been seen on Disney Channel, Animal Planet, and the Discovery Channel.
• This year, in addition to the SEWE Fine Art Gallery, there will be a Gallery by SEWE, which will serve as a venue for satellite events and exhibits.
• The Purina Pro Plan Performance Dog Team will be back in the Marion’s Square arena featuring additional shows of their Disc Dog Demonstrations.
• The marine life education will have an expanded presence in Marion Square, featuring the Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network and the National Marine Mammal Foundation to host educational demonstrations and advocate for the Lowcountry’s marine life.

• Bangin Vegan Eats + Lil Sprout Vegan Desserts | Friday, Jan. 12 | 5-8 p.m. | Snafu Brewing Company, 3280 Industry Dr., North Charleston | Price of purchase | Grab a beer and some plant-based treats this afternoon.
• Jellyfish Terrarium Workshop | Friday, Jan. 12 | 6:30-8 p.m. | PlantHouse - Charleston, 832 Coleman Blvd., Mount Pleasant | $30-$40 | Create your own nautical oasis.

• The Citadel Men’s Basketball vs Wofford | Saturday, Jan. 13 | 1 p.m.| McAlister Field House, Jones Avenue, Charleston | $8-$35 | Cheer on The Citadel’s Men’s Basketball team.
• Roasting Marshmallows with Goats in Sweaters | Saturday, Jan. 13 | 5-6:30 p.m. | Flowertown Charm, 255 Stallsville Loop, Summerville | $25-$30 | Come sit by the fire to roast marshmallows with the friendliest goats in sweaters.
• Dinner Detective Interactive True Crime Dinner Show | Saturday, Jan. 13 | 6-9 p.m. | Cambria Charleston Riverview, 84 Ripley Point Dr., Charleston | $61.99 | Surrender to an evening brimming with suspense, laughter, and spontaneous moments that are genuinely one-of-a-kind.

• Charleston Girls Club Après Ski Brunch | Sunday, Jan. 14 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Lamar’s Sporting Club, 570 King St., Charleston | $35 | Join this ultimate Après ski brunch experience featuring mimosas.
• Stingrays Hockey: Military Appreciation Night | Saturday, Jan. 13 | 6:05-9:05 p.m. | North Charleston Coliseum, 5001 Coliseum Dr., North Charleston | $19 | The Stingrays will wear specialty jerseys which will be auctioned off the benefit Palmetto Military Support Group.
• Motown Throwdown | Sunday, Jan. 14 | 1:30-4:30 p.m. | Pour House, 1977 Maybank Hwy., Charleston | $5 | Enjoy the Sunday Brunch Farmers Market then support this local music group.

• Stargazing on the Ashley | Saturday, Jan. 20 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Drayton Hall, 3380 Ashley River Rd., Charleston | $30- $35 | Enjoy an evening of stargazing from the legendary Drayton Hall in the Ashley River Historic District of Charleston.*

• Stay safe, CHS. More severe weather is expected this afternoon + evening. Although not as bad as Tuesday’s storm, winds could gust to ~40 mph. Isolated tornadoes are a possibility. (WCSC)

• Earlier this week, the Charleston Board of Architectural Review (BAR) deferred The College of Charleston’s request to tear down its College Lodge, a student dorm. BAR will vote at a later date. (WCIV)

• The new and improved John L. Dart Library at 1067 King St. — which has been closed since October 2022 — will have a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, Jan. 29, at 9 a.m. The renovations include new furniture and technology + upgrades to interior finishes and shelving. (WCBD)

• Lowlife Bar on Folly Beach at 106 E. Hudson Ave. will now host Monday Wing Night every week from 4 to 6 p.m. Guests can purchase six wings for $10 or 12 for $18 and choose between flavors garlic parmesan, Cholula honey, and Thai red chili.

• Candlefish at 270 King St. has announced its next featured artist: Malia Sanchez, an abstract painter. Visitors can see her mural displayed on the front window and purchase the limited edition Malia Sanchez x Candlefish candle, which 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Charleston artist community.

• The Lowcountry Parrothead Club will host the 20th annual Mardi Crawl on Shem Creek in Mount Pleasant on Saturday, Feb. 24. Attendees can visit participating restaurants and can enjoy an after-party at Red’s Ice House after the crawl. Ticket prices start at $40 and include wristbands, a t-shirt, swag, and a crawl card.

• Amid time and budget constraints, choosing between frozen bags and canned produce is common. But do you know which is more beneficial for your health? Find out.*

• Spin into 2024 with fun + dance-filled workouts at Jibe Cycling Studio in Belle Hall. Plus, new riders can snag two weeks of classes for just $24 through the end of January. Get ready to pump it up.*

• The holidays may be behind us, but we’re still embracing all the cozy comfort foods we can cook — starting with this chicken noodle soup and easy cheesy lasagna.*

• 2024’s “it card” is here. Not only does it offer a $200 bonus, but also unlimited 1.5% cash back and 0% intro APR until 2025. (Oh, and did we mention the annual fee? No — because there isn’t one.) Learn more + apply.*

1. Potential adopters must visit the registration table before kickoff to receive a registration number. Those who want to register after kickoff may be accepted case-by-case.
2. Adoptions will be random drawings.
3. If your number is selected, you choose a remaining pup from that quarter only. Your number will return to the drawing if you don’t want one in that quarter.
4. Once all pups have been selected for adoption, you can donate to come on the field as space allows for five minutes.