Splashy mini staycations

• A $ 50-day pass includes access to the pool, lounge chairs, fitness center + other amenities — child day passes cost $20.
• A $575+ pool cabana rental includes day passes for up to 12 guests, plus a shaded poolside cabana with seating, a TV, and a ceiling fan from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. — there’s a food + beverage minimum with this one.

• The $275+ shaded poolside cabana rental includes sofa seating for up to six people, towel service, and a complimentary fruit plate + bottled water.
• Pro tip: Splurge on the exclusive bar service — we hear the seasonal dishes + craft cocktails from The Terrace Bar hit the spot, especially that Frosé.

• Sofa seating for up to 10 guests for up to five hours, access to the Olympic-size pool, and a dedicated server with food and drinks available for purchase — there’s a food + beverage minimum with this one. Prices start at $300+.

• Let’s Move | Monday, July 8 | 10-11 a.m. | Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry, 25 Ann St., Charleston | Free with admission | This program aims to inspire children to explore the joys of physical activity through play, discovery, and imagination.

• Mount Pleasant Farmers Market | Tuesday, July 9 | 3:30-7 p.m. | Mount Pleasant Farmers Market Pavilion, 645 Coleman Blvd., Mount Pleasant | Price of purchase | Stock up on farm-fresh produce, sauces, baked goods, and other specialty foods.
• Smoky Yolk Candle Making Class | Tuesday, July 9 | 6-8 p.m. | Smoky Yolk, 1234 Camp Rd., Charleston | $40 | Get crafty and make some unique candles with a smoky twist.

• Cursive & Penmanship for Kids | Wednesday, July 10 | 10-11 a.m. | Goose Creek Library, 325 Old Moncks Corner Rd., Goose Creek | Free | This is an opportunity for children ages 5-9 to learn cursive writing and improve penmanship — registration required.
• Charleston RiverDogs vs. Columbia Fireflies | Wednesday, July 10 | 7:05 p.m. | The Joe, 360 Fishburne St, Charleston | $15+ | Take me out to the ball game, to cheer on the RiverDogs as they take on the Fireflies in this midweek game.

📝 Lottery-funded scholarships

• SC Hope | $2,800
• LIFE | $5,000
• Palmetto Fellows | $6,700 (year 1); $7,500 (years 2-4)
• Lottery Tuition Assistance | Financial aid varies
• SC Need-Based Grant | $3,500 (full-time)

🎓 Eligibility requirements

• Emma Navarro, a Lowcountry native, took down Coco Gauff in straight sets yesterday to advance at Wimbledon. Navarro will appear in her first Grand Slam quarterfinal, on Tuesday, July 9 — where she’ll face Jasmine Paolini. (WCBD)

• It’s Mansion Monday. This ~5,700 sqft Kiawah home with six bedrooms + six bathrooms is located 27 miles south of Charleston. The home with marsh views features a glass elevator, sauna, steam room, pool, and outdoor kitchen is listed for $7.8+ million.

• Back in business. Mount Pleasant Seafood received a permit to operate in front of its store on Shem Creek while work is being done to restore the building, which remains closed following a fire earlier this year. The outdoor market is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (WCBD)

• Cue the “Jaws” theme song — it’s shark week. Before bingeing the days-long Discovery Channel special, head to the SC Aquarium and see some of the fin-tastic animals in person. There will be special shark activities, programs, and fun through Sunday, July 14.

• The Lowcountry is quite the catch for two NFL quarterbacks, who were spotted in the Holy City for a second summer. Giants QB Daniel Jones + Titans QB Mason Rudolph, looking to keep their skills sharp while on vacay, worked out with some receivers from The Citadel.

• Calling all kid artists. Charleston County is looking for a new “I Voted” sticker design. Charleston County students are invited to enter. Kids have until 12 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 3, to submit their designs. Winners will get a prize and have their stickers distributed for a limited time this election season.