Father’s Day Gift Guide: Presents for the father figure in your life
It’s almost time to shine the spotlight on Dad. Whether they were helping us with our sixth-grade homework or passing down life advice, our father figures influenced us in their own wonderful ways. So, how do we say thanks?
If you’re after something extra + a bit more personalized, we’ve unearthed a selection of gems to gift the father figure in your life. Bonus: Many of these gifts support small businesses.
Reggae Nights Concert | Friday, May 31 | 7:30-11 p.m. | James Island County Park, 871 Riverland Dr., Charleston | $0-$30 | This concert series features traditional old-school roots reggae with a new-school attitude; Mystic Vibrations will headline tonight’s show.
“The Song of Rome” at Spoleto Festival USA | Friday, May 31-Sunday, June 2 | Times vary | The Historic Dock Street Theatre, 135 Church St., Charleston | $34-$98 | In a companion piece to the acclaimed play “An Iliad,” this play explores the fall of the democratic republic in ancient Rome.
Saturday, June 1
Pride Parade | Saturday, June 1 | 9-10:30 a.m. | Parade begins on Ann Street, Charleston | Free | Thousands will line the streets to come out and celebrate diversity — all are welcome.
Sip & Shop Market | Saturday, June 1 | 12-4 p.m. | Indigo Reef Brewing Company, 2079 Wambaw Creek Rd., Ste. 1, Charleston | Free | Grab a pint of beer and enjoy a bite from Cachita’s Kitchen while you shop from local vendors.
Trivia Night | Saturday, June 1 | 6-8 p.m. | Clerks Coffee Co., 181 Church St., Charleston | Free | Get ready to test your knowledge during this English pub-style trivia.
Sip & Stroll | Saturday, June 1 | 3:30-5:30 p.m. | Drayton Hall, 3380 Ashley River Rd., Charleston | $35-$40 | Sip on wine + local brews while strolling the grounds of Drayton Hall and learning about the historic events that took place on the landscape.*
Sunday, June 2
Superhero Brunch | Sunday, June 2 | 12-2 p.m. | New Realm Brewing Co., 880 Island Park Dr., Charleston | $5-$15 | Your little ones can feast like a hero and meet their favorite characters in person.
16th Annual Chef’s Potluck | Sunday, June 2 | 4-7 p.m. | The Porter Room at Holy City Brewing, 1021 Aragon Ave., Charleston | $90-$140 | More than 18 participating local chefs will work with local farmers, fishermen, and ranchers to bring attendees the freshest local ingredients the Lowcountry has to offer.
There’s a new market in town. Beginning on Saturday, June 8, Holy City Farmers Market will pop up at The J.I.G. on James Island. From 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., the market will feature various food and craft vendors.
Travel
Need to head to the Midwest? This month, Allegiant started seasonal service from the Charleston International Airport to Indianapolis, IN (IND). Next month, service will begin to Columbus, OH (LCK).
Shop
Charleston Wine + Food will host The Artisan Market Pop-up tomorrow, June 1 from 4 to 7 p.m. at 635 Rutledge Ave. This free, family-friendly event will have a marketplace with festival artisans, farm fresh exhibitors, food trucks, music, and kids activities.
Outdoors
Charleston Parks Conservancy is seeking volunteers to join its Harvest Helper team. To become a member, individuals must go through training to learn how to harvest, water, and care for cut flowers. The next training is Wednesday, June 5 from 7 to 8:30 a.m. at Medway Community Garden on James Island.
State
Surprise, surprise. Consumer Affairs released a migration trends report sharing where people are moving in 2024. SC ranked No. 2 on the list. See the complete data.
Community
Stay prepared. Dorchester County Emergency Management invites the community to its annual Hurricane Preparedness Expo tomorrow, June 1 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This educational + interactive event will be held at Ashley River Park. Get the details.
Arts
Calling all artists. The Cooper River Bridge Run team is looking for a new design for next year’s run. Submissions are due no later than Friday, June 28 + the winner will receive $1,000, 100 posters, and 24 T-shirts. See how to submit your design.
Festival
The JuLionfish Festival, which celebrates the end of the three-month-long JuLionfish Derby, will take place Friday, July 26 at the South Carolina Aquarium. From 7 to 10 p.m., attendees can experience a lionfish filleting demo, local culinary dishes, sips, and entertainment. General admission tickets are $65.
Drink Up
Raise a glass, drop a deal. We’ll be toasting to Drink Up Week — a celebration of Charleston’s vibrant beverage scene — from Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26. If you own a local business that serves beverages, join us by offering a fun drink deal to our readers — we may include it in a newsletter.
Health
DYK? Your Explanation of Benefits (EOB) is a tool, not a bill. Learn how to understand your EOB and feel more confident about how your health insurance is applied to medical bills. Bonus: Check out these common questions about EOBs.*
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Eat
Looking to dine out this weekend? According to OpenTable, top-loved restaurants this month include Maison for food and Camellias for ambience.*
Try This
🦜 Decide the fate of a pirate
Join a pirate takedown this weekend in downtown Charleston
Learn about pirate history in the Holy City. | Photo provided by @powder_magazine
Ahoy, Charleston. Are you looking for a family-friendly event that is educational and fun? Tomorrow, June 1, the Powder Magazine Museum + the Old Exchange Building are collaborating to showcase Charleston’s pirate history with a pirate encampment, arrest, and trial. You read that right.
Pirate reenactors will take over in the front cannon yard at the Powder Magazine Museum (79 Cumberland St.) and demonstrate nautical crafts.
“Redcoat soldiers” will arrest the pirate crews at around 3 p.m. and take them to the Old Exchange Building (122 E. Bay St.) for trial, which will begin at 3:30 p.m. The crime is piracy on the high seas. Attendees can help decide their fate during an interactive mock trial.
Happy Friday, everyone. Congrats to Jonathan O., the first reader to score a 100% on our CHStoday map quiz. Want to test your knowledge of Charleston’s map and popular venues? Take the quiz yourself.
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