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🎆 Baby, you’re a firework

Charleston’s summer bucket list
people walking to head to see the 4th of July show. The USS Yorktown is in the background with American flags
Have you been to the 4th of July Blast at Patriots Point? | Photo by Jim Vickers
Can you believe it? The Fourth of July is next week, and we’re here to help you plan. Here is where to watch fireworks to celebrate America’s birthday.

Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration Moncks Corner | Saturday, June 29 | 6-10 p.m. | Regional Recreation Complex, 418 E. Main St. | Free | In addition to fireworks, this celebration will have a live band and DJ, food trucks and vendors, face painters, and balloon artists.

July 4 At Patriots Point | Thursday, July 4 | 5-10 p.m. | Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum, 40 Patriots Point Rd., Mount Pleasant | $95 | Have the best seat in the Lowcountry for fireworks and celebrating the red, white, and blue. You’ll enjoy music, food trucks, and a fireworks show over Charleston Harbor.

Charleston RiverDogs vs Myrtle Beach Pelicans | Thursday, July 4 | 6:35 p.m. | Joe Riley Ball Park, 360 Fishburne St. | $8+ | Celebrate Independence Day with a night out watching America’s favorite pastime. Pro tip: Stay in your seat after the game ends to watch the sky light up with postgame fireworks.

Isle of Palms Fireworks | Thursday, July 4 | 9-9:30 p.m. | Ocean Boulevard | Free | The fireworks show will take place in the Front Beach area.

Fourth of July on Sullivan’s Island | Thursday, July 4 | 6 p.m. | J. Marshall Stith Park, 2058 Middle St. | Free | The party in the park and fireworks celebration return on Sullivan’s Island. Pro tip: The town is having a golf cart + bike parade that morning.

Fourth of July Fireworks on Folly Beach | Thursday, July 4 | Show begins at dusk | Folly Beach - West side of the island | Free | See Folly Beach’s huge blast of fireworks. You can view from along the beach + Center Street.
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Events
Wednesday, June 26
  • Language and Culture Club | Wednesday, June 26 | 10-11:30 a.m. | Wando Mount Pleasant Library, 1400 Carolina Park Blvd., Mount Pleasant | Free | Enjoy coffee + practice conversational English, Spanish, and Serbo-Croatian, and expand your knowledge of world cultures.
  • Yarn Therapy | Wednesday, June 26 | 2-4 p.m. | Goose Creek Library, 325 Old Moncks Corner Rd., Goose Creek | Free | Knitting + crochet enthusiasts of all skills are welcome at this weekly gathering meant for relaxation.
Thursday, June 27
  • Summer Entertainment Series | Thursday, June 27 | 10-11 a.m. | Wannamaker County Park, 8888 University Blvd,. North Charleston | $5 | Geared for ages 5-12, attendees will meet some live ocean invertebrates and learn about their habitats + special adaptations.
  • Spritz Showdown | Thursday, June 27 | 5 p.m. | The Palmetto Hotel, 194 E. Bay St., Charleston | Free | Join guest bartender Caroline Woodruff as she serves her unique take on a summer spritz.
  • T-Pain’s Mansion In Wiscansin Party | Thursday, June 27 | 7 p.m. | Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave., North Charleston | $90+ | Enjoy a show from this Grammy Award-winner singer and rapper with special guests.
Friday, June 28
  • Friday Night Swing Dance | Friday, June 28 | 7:30-10 p.m. | Redeemer Presbyterian Church, 43 Wentworth St., Charleston | $10-$15 | Come in solo, or with a partner or group and learn a new skill to break out at parties and weddings.
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Seasonal

5 festive finds for the Fourth of July
Six pairs of wacky red, white, and blue sunglasses
Fourth of July party sunglasses, $20.99 via Amazon. | Graphic by 6AM City
Bring a party mood to any barbecue, pool party, or holiday gathering this Fourth of July with these festive finds:
More finds for the Fourth
News Notes
Development
  • The Town of Mount Pleasant announced a delay in the public day dock renovation near the Shem Creek Boardwalk. The project, originally planned to begin in July, is now set to start after Labor Day. The project includes replacing the floating dock + other repairs. (WCBD)
Environment
  • Now through Monday, July 1, Charleston County Mosquito Control will be conducting aerial + ground mosquito treatments between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. See the daily schedule. (WCIV)
Drink
  • This summer, The Daily at 652 B. King St., is offering free smoothies every Wednesday from 12 p.m. to closing time, but with a catch. Guests must check in using their loyalty app. See the details.
Eat
  • Here’s another Lewis Barbecue update. The Charleston BBQ eatery announced its indoor + outdoor dining is available again after shifting to outdoors only due to termite damage repairs.
Outdoors
  • Portuguese Man o’ War sightings have been reported on Lowcountry beaches. The stings from the jellyfish lookalikes aren’t deadly, however, they can cause extreme pain + welts on the skin. Beachgoers should stay aware and avoid touching. (WCSC)
Trending
  • ICYMI, a Sysco truck was seen with Caviar & Bananas’ store sign sticking out of this side of it. See the picture and stop by the shop to grab a coffee to support the small biz.
Job
Finance
  • This card is a cash rewards dream, ft. unlimited cash rewards on purchases, a $200 bonus after spending $500, and a long intro APR on purchases + balance transfers. Reward seekers, say it with us: Cha-ching.*
 
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Have your elf a merry little Christmas in July

Celebrate Christmas in July with these festive Holy City events
Santa in his summer clothes reading a story to children inside a book room
Santa is on his summer break. | Photo provided by Hotel Bennett.
City Editor Erika here. With the temps rising this week, you can mentally cool off by reading about some Christmas in July opportunities coming to the Holy City next month.

Hotel Bennett

Every Wednesday in July, Camellias at Hotel Bennett will host Tea with Santa.

Guests can join Ole Saint Nick while he’s on his summer break and enjoy festive activities like pineapple decorating and holiday-themed treats. Admission for adults is $95 and $65 for children under 12.

The Restoration Hotel

The hotel is hosting a giveaway running now through Wednesday, July 10. You can nominate a local family to win a two-night stay in Santa’s suite with a giant Christmas tree, presents, and dinner at the Watch Rooftop.

And the festivities continue. Beginning Saturday, July 20, through July 28, The Library in this hotel will have a mailbox for early letters for Santa and Christmas music.
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Happy Hump Day, CHS. I am working on a list of vegetarian + vegan restaurants around the Holy City. Let me know your favorite and why.
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