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• Fossil Friday with the Natural History Department | Friday, June 7 | 3:30-4:30 p.m. | The Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting St., Charleston | Free | The kids will dig this — museum experts share facts about current projects and help identify your fossil finds.
• TGIF in The Den | Friday, June 7 | 5 p.m. | The Den at Frannie & The Fox, 181 Church St., Charleston | Price of purchase | Sip on specials that will ensure you start your weekend on a high note.

• Invisible Ink: Printing with Mordants and Natural Dyeing | Saturday, June 8-Sunday, June 9 | Times vary | The Dill Sanctuary, 1163 Riverland Dr., Charleston | $175-$200 | Learn to print on plant-based fabric with mordant paste using screen printing, block printing, and hand painting techniques at this two-day, instructor-led workshop.
• Art Room Surprise | Saturday, June 8 | 11:30 a.m. | Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry, 25 Ann St., Charleston | $13 | This class — included with museum membership or admission — explores a new artistic media or process each week including painting and drawing.

• Hatha & Hops Yoga | Sunday, June 9 | 11-11:45 a.m. | Two Blokes Brewing, 547 Long Point Rd., Ste. 101, Mount Pleasant | $12-$15 | Bend and breathe at this weekly class for yogis of all ages, including kids; bring your own mat.
• Pride Drag Show! | Sunday, June 9 | 12-2 p.m. | New Realm Brewing Co., 880 Island Park Dr., Charleston | $10-$200 | This 18+ show hosted by Venus Alexander will feature drag performers Juliana Jade, Ava Clear, Brooke Collins, Medusa Dancer, and Lily Frost.
• Sunday Funday Candle Making Brunch | Sunday, June 9 | 2-4 p.m. | Wisconsin Meat & Cheese, 1027 Folly Rd., Ste. 2, Charleston | $40 | Learn to craft your own unique candles, from choosing the perfect scents to pouring techniques.
• Park Circle Pride Finale Party: Part 1 | Sunday, June 9 | 3-7 p.m. | Paddock and Whiskey, 1074 E. Montague Ave., North Charleston | Free | The Pride celebration culminates with this shindig featuring DJ Switchburg and a drag race to Tattooed Moose.

• Early voting for this month’s statewide primaries ends today, June 7, at 5 p.m. If you plan to vote on Election Day — Tuesday, June 11 — the polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Find nearby polling locations. (Charleston City Paper)

• The US Coast Guard said the recent temporary closure of Arthur Ravenel Bridge was caused by a container ship that lost control of its engines — getting stuck on “full throttle” — as it was leaving North Charleston. The crew regained control without damaging the bridge and no one was harmed. (WCSC)

• Dorchester County Fire Rescue has a new boat in its fleet. A Ridgeville manufacturer donated a custom skiff to enhance the agency’s resources in local waterways. The “Key West 197 Skiff FD” features bells + whistles like Garmin side scan sonar, GPS, and top-notch search and rescue lighting. (WCBD)

• This may be music to your ears. Charleston Music Hall announced new shows: Leo Kottke + Julian Lage will perform on Tuesday, Aug. 20, and Andy Grammer on Friday, Sept. 27. Leela James will headline on Friday, Nov. 8, and Snow Queen on Jan. 5, 2025. Find tickets.

• For the first time, the annual South Carolina Ag + Art Tour will stop by four rural Berkeley County farms this weekend: Drigger’s Farm, Hickory Bluff Berry Farm, Little Frying Pan Farm, and R and R Acres. The free, self-guided event invites visitors to explore local artisans and agricultural vendors. (WCSC)

• A who’s who of rotating guest chefs will join Da Toscano Porchetta Shop weekly through Sunday, Aug. 4, creating special sandwiches with proceeds supporting the Lowcountry after-school program, Wings for Kids. CHS chefs like Juan Cassalett and Jill Mathias take over next week, followed by John Lewis. (Eater Carolinas)

• Lace up those sneakers — registration is now open for next year’s Cooper River Bridge Run going down on April 5, 2025. The beloved 10K is also seeking submissions from local artists for its Bridge Run Design Contest; apply with your artwork by Friday, June 28.

• Local nonprofit The Green Heart Project is looking to hire a Garden Educator to lead its hands-on, garden-based programs for kids in the Charleston area. Responsibilities include educational planning and instruction, community outreach, and maintaining the garden. Learn more.

• Is that really you, Santa Claus? Camellias at Hotel Bennett will host its Christmas in July series every Wednesday next month featuring holiday-themed treats, pineapple decorating, and tea time with Santa (he’s on summer break, obviously). Tickets cost $65-$95; reserve your spot.

• Treat your pup to something special with these low-effort sweet potato dog chews. These one-ingredient, homemade treats are easy to make and pretty pawsome.*

• Add a splash of color and a sense of adventure to your home decor with Rebecca Illustrated. These pastel creations are infused with playfulness and feature everything from worldwide destinations to everyday charms.*

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