03.05.2024

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Today’s Forecast

~~Raise~~ Renovate the roof

Charleston Place renovation plans include rooftop bar update

Renderings shows a outdoor and rooftop seating area with lush landscaping.

Picture your next happy hour in this gorgeous space, cheers. | Renderings by Charleston BAR via The Charleston Place, Cooper Carry, LS3P, and Rees Roberts + Partners LLC

The Charleston Place is mapping out plans to upgrade the world-renowned and Condé Nast ranked hotel. The changes will take place in two to three phases so construction does not disrupt hotel operations.

The first phase is moving forward after the City of Charleston’s Board of Architectural Review (BAR) okayed preliminary and final approval last month (the board approved conceptual plans last year).

Renderings show plans for the rooftop bar which features black and white umbrellas, outdoor seating, and robust floras. — The fitness center will be temporarily relocated while changes are being made.
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Renderings by Charleston BAR via The Charleston Place, Cooper Carry, LS3P, and Rees Roberts + Partners LLC

What’s changing?

Roof terrace
Rooftop bar
Cupolas

The fourth floor’s current outdoor space and fitness center will be transformed into a private + luxe area. The space will include an updated rooftop bar, terrace, and lounge area featuring copulas. Renderings show a robust landscaping design that gives the space a garden feel. While these changes are underway, the fitness center will be temporarily relocated.

Stay up to date with projects across the city and attend a BAR meeting. The group is made up of two sections BAR-Large (BAR-L) which tackles large projects and meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of every month. BAR-Small (BAR-S) is for smaller projects and they meet on the second and fourth Thursdays of every month.

Events

Tuesday, March 5

Improvement Movement | Tuesday, March 5 | 6-9 p.m. | Pour House, 1977 Maybank Hwy., Charleston | $10 | Enjoy some live music and jams from this psychedelic-folk quartet.

Wednesday, March 6

Yoga For Climbers | Wednesday, March 6 | 5:30-7 p.m. | James Island County Park, 871 Riverland Dr., Charleston | $15 | Learn to think critically and prepare for improvising while rock climbing.
D&D Night | Wednesday, March 6 | 6-9 p.m. | Owlbear Cafe, 1964 Riviera Dr., Ste. J, Mount Pleasant | $10 | Bring a character (level seven) and get ready to game, eat, and drink.

Thursday, March 7

Thirsty Thursday Terrarium Workshop | Thursday, March 7 | 6:30-8 p.m. | PlantHouse - Charleston, 832 Coleman Blvd., Mount Pleasant | $23-$36 | Select air plants + decor to make a terrarium for your home or office — an overview of air plant care and terrarium assembly will be provided.

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Travel

Spring Break destination: Road trip with the family to Columbia, SC

A slideshow of families on a bike ride, at an aquarium, inside a cabin, and playing at a children's museum in Columbia, SC.

You’ll have no problem getting the kiddos here, but we can’t promise it will be easy to get them to leave after a fun-filled weekend. | Photos by Forrest Clonts + Marquita Wright

Spring Break is coming up, and summer isn’t far behind. Looking for a destination for a family vacation? We’ve got one that’s packed with history, culture, and indoor and outdoor activities — and it won’t break the bank.

Enter: Columbia, SC, a ~2-hour drive from CHS.

To make the planning easy, we’ve rounded up some of the top itinerary activities for you to choose from. Enjoy exploring, CHS.

History: Check out the South Carolina State Museum, EdVenture Children’s Museum, walking tours of Main Street, the Capital, and more.
Culture: You’ll want to plan a visit to the Columbia Museum of Art, enjoy the public art around the city, and maybe catch a family-friendly musical at Town Theatre or puppetry performance at Columbia Marionette Theatre.
Indoor and outdoor activities: Stack your schedule with a mix of family-friendly indoor activities and outdoor options to really get a feel for Soda City.

If you’re bringing your furry family member, you’ve got the pick of the litter when it comes to pet-friendly hotels. If you’d rather wake up to fresh air, pick from camping options, or opt for a bed-and-breakfast or full-service property.

Ready, set, stay in Soda City

News Notes

Development

In with the new. The closed downtown Days Inn could soon be replaced with SC’s first Four Seasons. Plans call for three buildings to house hotel rooms, residential condos, and amenities. The firm will take the final plans to the Board of Architectural Review + set a groundbreaking date. (The Post and Courier)

Festival

This Saturday, March 9, you can join a St. Patrick’s Day celebration in the Olde Village of North Charleston from 12-5 p.m. The St. Paddy’s Day Block Party + Parade will feature live music across multiple stages, bites from Park Circle restaurants and other specialty food vendors, a mechanical bull, and a Kid’s Zone. Pro tip: Plan to carpool or ride share because parking will be limited. (Holy City Sinner)

Traffic

Double-check that ETA. Now through next Thursday, March 14, from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m., there will be lane closures on Glenn McConnell Parkway. Changes will impact all lanes and some turn lanes from Bees Ferry Road to Magwood Drive. (Holy City Sinner)

Sports

Up The Battery. The Charleston Battery unveiled the club’s primary and secondary kits (aka jerseys). Fun fact: The primary kit features the same stripe layout as the 1999 season. You can purchase one for the team’s 32nd season.

Feel Good

Cadets from the Citadel are spending time with residents at Kempton Senior Living Community. The students can connect and build relationships with the residents while gaining community service hours. Check out this sweet connection. (WCSC)

State

This week is Severe Weather and Flood Safety Week across the state. Each day, the Emergency Management Division, the National Weather Service, and the Department of Natural Resources will share information on weather-related topics. (WCIV)

Fun Fact

Smart printers can monitor ink levels and send new cartridges directly to your door before you run out. Get a $10 credit for HP Instant Ink.*

Answered

🎶 “Baby Come Back”

Answered: Closed Charleston businesses you miss most

We still miss Butcher + Bee’s whipped feta. | Photo by Tayor Breeden

Over the years, many beloved Holy City businesses have locked the doors for good. We asked our readers which closed establishments you still think about, and you delivered 1,200+ responses (um, wow).

Here are some of the top answers (in alphabetical order). Read: We know this is just a glimpse of the more than 1,000 responses you provided.

Hominy Grill | This easy-going eatery served Lowcountry classics and was known for its delicious brunch menu and pies.
Brown’s Court Bakery | The charming coastal cafe served baked goods, like bread, pastries, desserts, and coffee daily.
Butcher + Bee | This relaxed spot offered shareable seasonal cuisine made with local ingredients.
Closed for Business | Offering a laid-back atmosphere, this spot was known for serving up creative bar dishes + having a diverse selection of craft beer.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Callie

From the editor

Spring is around the corner... and so are those lawn care chores. Check out Flowertown Charm’s solar lawn mower (spoiler alert it’s adorable).

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