April 22, 2024

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Today’s Forecast

68º | 55% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 6:39 a.m. | Sunset 7:56 p.m.
High tides 7:47 a.m. + 8:24 p.m. | Low tide 1:54 p.m.

🌎 Hey Earth, you rock

There are initiatives all week long to celebrate Earth Week. | Photo by @loudhandleproductions

Shoutout to planet Earth for keeping us all grounded. Let’s celebrate.

Monday, April 22 marks Earth Day — an annual holiday that is celebrated by more than a billion people across 190+ countries.

This year’s theme is “Planet vs. Plastics,” and it calls for commitment to end plastics, and reducing all plastics by 60% by 2040. Some of the goals include:

Raising awareness of the health risks of plastics
Phasing out all single-use plastics
Ending plastic pollution
Ending fast fashion

Ready to get your hands dirty and volunteer with a local environmental organization? Look no further.

Lowcountry Earth Week is a week-long celebration that offers volunteer opportunities, nature activities, seminars, workshops, and festivals and lasts until Sunday, April 28.

Events

Monday, April 22

Learn to compost home food scraps | 12-1 p.m. | Free
Care for Gadsden Creek Clean-up | 3-4:30 p.m. | Free
IOP Litter Sweep | 5:30-7 p.m. | Free

Tuesday, April 23

Oyster shell/trash sorting | 1-3 p.m. | Free
“Common Ground” screening + Panel discussion | 5:30-8 p.m. | Free

Wednesday, April 24

Mount Pleasant Waterworks Community Plant Tour | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Free
Painting at the Angel Oak | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Free

Explore 20+ events from 50 local organizations.

The week will end with a family-friendly Earth Week celebration and exhibition at Holy City Brewing on Sunday, April 28, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Earth Day facts

Events

Monday, April 22

Charleston Cocktail Week | Monday, April 22 | Times vary | Various locations, Charleston | $15-$20 | The seven-day festival showcases the award-winning bars and restaurants in the area.
Tea Room Lunch | Monday, April 22 | 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. | St. Philip’s Church, 142 Church St., Charleston | Price of purchase | Enjoy a Lowcountry lunch at an iconic Charleston location.

Tuesday, April 23

The Psychology of Serial Killers | Tuesday, April 23 | 8 p.m. | The Riviera Theater, 227 King St., Charleston | $37.50+ | Embark on this chilling exploration into the minds and darkest secrets of the most notorious murderers.

Wednesday, April 24

For Which It Stands | Wednesday, April 24 | 6-7 p.m. | Gibbes Museum, 135 Meeting St., Charleston | Free; attendees must register | Join the discussion and envision the future that invests in what visual arts can bring.
American Mahjong | Wednesday, April 24 | 1-3 p.m. | Wando Mount Pleasant, 1400 Carolina Park Blvd., Mount Pleasant | Free | All skill levels are welcome to join for an afternoon of American mahjong.

Thursday, April 25

Paint and Sip Rooftop Party | Thursday, April 25 | 5:30-8 p.m. | The Restoration Hotel, 75 Wentworth St., Charleston | $100 | Embrace your creative side this spring at a guided watercolor painting class hosted by local artist Elyse Carmichael.

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News Notes

Open

Hill House Home, known for fashion, home decor, and all things hospitality, opened its newest location at 145 King St. The King Street store will feature a coffee + soda bar and a candy wall. (Charleston Regional Business Journal)

Number

$1.6 million. That’s how much the state ports agency will spend to stabilize and preserve the Bennett Rice Mill Facade at Union Pier. Reinforcement of the 19th-century structure will happen between May and November. There’s a push for the facade to be included in future development plans. (The Post and Courier)

Civic

North Charleston Police Chief Greg Gomes announced his retirement after ~a year on the job. Chief Gomes was sworn in last year on April 28. His last day will be Sunday, June 30. Read his message to the community. (WCSC)

Biz

Business is boomin’. The SC Ports report a ~17% increase in loaded imports and cargo movement, which marks the largest boost of the year. Port officials say this growth indicates economic strength and a strong market. (Charleston Regional Business Journal)

Watch

City Editor Callie here. I had the chance to fly with our Air Force during a C-17 airdrop on Friday. It was truly one of the coolest things I’ve seen. I’m still buzzing with adrenaline, feeling so grateful for the opportunity to experience it, and thankful for our military. See it for yourself.

Edu

High school chemistry students in Colleton County (~50 miles northwest of Charleston) are getting their hands dirty for the Plant the Moon Global Challenge. Students test which plants grow well in lunar soil so astronauts can one day grow + eat in space. The data will be submitted in a final report. (WCIV)

Asked

Welcome to CHStoday’s Tortured Poets Department. We have to admit, we’re down bad for the poems submitted in our 2024 Poetry Contest. It’s been over a fortnight since we announced the competition, and we’ve narrowed it down to our top five finalists. Give them a read, then choose which one you think should win.

Outdoors

Dive into a day of exploration with Bohicket Boat Rentals. Navigate the waters of Bohicket Creek, enjoy access to Botany Bay’s pristine shores, and spot a dolphin or two along the way. See pricing + availability.*

Health

Ready to revitalize your body? The experts at interveneMD offer regenerative ortho spine services to restore function without operation (think: reduced downtime). Here’s how.*

Drink

🥂 Take it to the top

Take your happy hour to new heights at these local rooftop spots. | Photo by @thewatchrooftop

From fine dining to boisterous brews, everything tastes better with a view of the Holy City skyline. Just don’t be surprised if you never want to come down.

The Watch Rooftop Kitchen and Spirits | The Restoration Hotel, 75 Wentworth St.

This farm-to-table rooftop restaurant offers Southern dining for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We recommend The Watch Burger with a glass of white wine to toast the view.

Satellite Bar | Stars Grill Room, 495 King St.

Perched above Upper King Street, it’s your next spot to soak in the panoramic views and escape the hustle and bustle of the street below. Try sipping the Daydream Believer a zero-proof drink with watermelon, coconut water, and lime.

Citrus Club | The Dewberry Charleston, 334 Meeting St.

Welcome to the highest rooftop in Charleston. Explore steepled city views atop Dewberry’s eighth-floor terrace and enjoy a variety of cocktails including early bird + zero proof, plus light bites.

Six rooftops to explore

The Buy

Colorful old fashioned glasses that are perfect for spring and summer. They have the look and feel of glass, but are made from unbreakable and BPA-free Tritan material, meaning they’re pool and party-proof.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
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