Plus, try this caviar martini recipe.
 
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🥇 Olympic dreams
A view of Paris, France decked out with Paris 2024 Olympics signs and banners.
The Paris 2024 Olympics run from Friday, July 26 to Sunday, Aug. 11.  |  Erin McPherson, 6AM City
Light the torch and cue that iconic Olympics theme song — we’re ready for the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics happening Friday, July 26 to Sunday, Aug. 11.

At this summer’s Olympic Games, ~10,500 athletes from 206 National Olympic Committees will compete across 32 sports — including some new ones. Since we’re all about keeping it local, we’ve rounded up seven Paris 2024 Olympians with ties to Charleston and SC that you should keep your eye on. Let the Games begin.

Emma Navarro, Tennis: Women’s singles + doubles

This Charleston native and rising tennis star will play doubles with Desirae Krawczyk. ICYMI, she is fresh off her recent Wimbledon run, where she upset Naomi Osaka and Coco Gauff. Navarro won the NCAA Singles Championship while at the University of Virginia.

Raven Saunders, Track + Field: Shot Put

Known for wearing colorful masks at competitions; this Charleston native graduated from Burke High School and this is their third time qualifying for the Olympics. Nicknamed “Hulk,” Saunders won silver at the 2021 Tokyo Games.

Canyon Barry, 3x3 Basketball

This former Cougar played for the College of Charleston (2013-2016) and for the University of Florida (2016-2017). Fun fact: He’s known for using the underhand “granny free throw” — a move his dad, Hall of Famer Rick Barry, was also known for.

Jasmine Camacho-Quinn, Track + Field: Women’s 100-meter hurdles

Camacho-Quinn, a Fort Dorchester alum, will represent her mother’s home country of Puerto Rico in the Olympics. She attended the University of Kentucky and won a gold medal during the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
 
Asked
 
True or false: In the Ancient Olympic Games, all athletes competed naked.
A. True
B. False
 
 
Events
 
Thursday, July 18
  • “Vessels of the Elder Goddess” | Thursday, July 18-Saturday, Aug. 31 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Public Works Art Center, 135 W. Richardson Ave., Summerville | Free | See this mixed media collage, textile forms, and related constructions public exhibition by artist Staci Swider.
  • American Mah-Jongg for Beginners | Thursday, July 18 | 12-2 p.m. | Edgar Allan Poe Branch Library, 1921 Ion Ave., Sullivans Island | Free | Grab your friends and learn to play American mah-jongg.
Friday, July 19
  • Firefly Friday Happy Hour | Friday, July 19 | 4-8 p.m. | Firefly Distillery, 4201 Spruill Ave., North Charleston | Price of purchase | Head over to this distillery to enjoy live music by DJ Davis — food and drinks will be available for purchase.
  • Jokes @ Blokes Comedy Show | Friday, July 19 | 8:30-10 p.m. | Two Blokes Brewing, 547 Long Point Rd., Ste 101, Mount Pleasant | $10-$15 | Invite your pals for a night of guaranteed laughter, beer drinking, and performances from talented comedians.
Saturday, July 20
  • Cars & Coffee | Saturday, July 20| 9-11 a.m. | Freshfields Village, 165 Village Green Dr., Kiawah Island | Free | Arrive in your favorite ride or stop by the Village Green to browse unique, antique, and other cool cars.
  • Charleston Stage’s “A Year with Frog and Toad” | Saturday, July 20-Sunday, July 28 | Times vary | Dock Street Theatre, 135 Church St., Charleston | $40 | See this musical based on Arnold Lobel’s beloved children’s book about two best friends.
  • Christmas in July | Saturday, July 20 | 1-5 p.m. | New Realm Brewing, 880s Island Park Dr., Daniel Island | Free | Step into a winter wonderland in the middle of summer with holiday cheer, activities, and surprises.
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Add to cal: K|LA Boutique’s grand opening
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The Mount Pleasant shop is K|LA Boutique’s second location.  |  Photo by K|LA Boutique
Holy City, meet K|LA — a Charlotte-based women’s clothing and accessories boutique now open in Mount Pleasant.

From dresses and denim to curated collections like “office chic” and “the wedding date,” K|LA has fabulous looks for every occasion.

Be one of the first to shop its high-quality, affordable fashion during the grand opening celebration on Saturday, July 20 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., featuring:
  • Co-op frosé
  • A free surprise with any purchase
  • And more
 
News Notes
 
Opening
  • Zachary’s Daiquiris is a new frozen daiquiri destination set to open next month at 460 King St. Guests can expect to see 12 frozen cocktail offerings and non-alcoholic options. There will also be seasonal food items and weekend brunch. Stay updated on Instagram.
Eat
  • Hachiya Ramen is coming to Mount Pleasant in the former Maple Street Biscuit space. The restaurant plans to open next month with three varieties like Tonkotsu Pork Soup ramen, and complementary sides. It’s sister restaurant, Hachiya Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar, is located in West Ashley. (The Post and Courier)
Festival
  • The Refinery will host its fourth annual Drifter Fest on Saturday, Sept. 14 at 5 p.m. to celebrate the late Bert Griggs, one of the founders of the apparel company Drifter Merch. This year’s headliner is Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, plus supporting acts are The Reckoning, Junco Partner, and Just Groove. Get your tickets.
Try This
  • Stitchen It and Marsh & Magnolia will host a Sip & Stitch pop-up at 404 King St., on Thursday, July 25 from 4 to 8 p.m. The Stitchen It team will custom embroider various fabric ties, weekender totes, and cropped tees. Attendees can also enjoy summer-inspired cocktails from Tipsy Spritzers.
Arts
  • “Preservation Through Art: Charleston” begins tomorrow, July 19, and runs until Sunday, Sept. 8. The exhibition mixes original prints from an 1872 publication, “Picturesque America,” with contemporary artworks. Artists featured include Jonathan Green and Mary Edna Fraser. (The Post and Courier)
Shop
  • Lillie Fuel, a Mount Pleasant trucker hat bar located at 426 W. Coleman Blvd., is celebrating its fourth anniversary this Saturday, July 20. From 12 to 3 p.m., there will be free hot dogs + snow cones, frosé from The Co-Op, a bounce house, and deals on trucker hats.
Community
  • Ahead of the 21st annual First Day Festival on Sunday, Aug. 11, which provides local students with school supplies, the City of Charleston is accepting school supply donations. See the drop-off sites to donate.
Sports
  • Two more Summerville High School alums were selected in the MLB Draft. In addition to PJ Morlando, brothers Cole and Carson Messina have the opportunity to go pro. Cole was selected in the third round by Colorado, and Carson was selected in the 12th round by Toronto. (WCIV)
 
 
Try This
 
🍸 Let’s get this party shaken and stirred
a martini with three olives on top
Do you like making your own cocktails at home?  |  Photo provided by Hank’s
Did you know? Today’s National Caviar Day. And we’ve got a fun recipe to celebrate. Keep reading to learn how to make Hank’s Seafood Restaurant’s “I Want it All” Caviar Martini.

If you prefer to enjoy the cocktail while you’re downtown, the seafood eatery is serving it today through this Saturday, July 20.

Recipe:
  • 2.75 oz Grey Goose vodka
  • 1 oz olive brine (The team at Hank’s like Filthy Brand.)
  • Olives (for garnish)
  • Caviar (for garnish)
Instructions:
  • Combine vodka and olive brine into a shaker, and shake for 15 seconds
  • Double strain into a martini class
  • Stuff olives with caviar
  • Garnish martini with caviar-stuffed olives
If you make this cocktail or try it out at Hank’s, let us know how you enjoyed it.
 
The Buy
 
Dreo’s oscillating tower fan for your bedroom, which is ultra-quiet, circulates cool air, and is still on sale for Prime Day.
 
 
The Wrap
 
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Erika
From the editor
A couple of days ago, I spent the evening reconnecting with a friend at one of the newer local restaurants in town, XO Brasserie (1090 Morrison Dr.). Here’s what I suggest: Xo Wontons and the fried rice paired with wine.
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