July 22, 2024

Today’s Forecast

89º | 57% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 6:26 a.m. | Sunset 8:26 p.m.
High tides 9:22 a.m. + 9:55 p.m. | Low tide 3:28 p.m.

☕ Here’s the tea — it’s Drink Up Week

a white cup with blue designs filled with a spicy pineapple margarita

Check out this Spicy Pineapple Margarita. | Photo provided by Cantina 76

Drink Up Week is finally here and we have a feeling it’ll be the toast of the town.

Here’s the tea — today through Friday, July 26, we’re celebrating the entrepreneurs, mixologists, venues, and beverages that make Charleston go ‘round.

As you know, we’ve created an interactive map of can’t-miss deals offered by local businesses in the Holy City. Here are the top deals our CHStoday editors have their eyes on — and what they plan to pair with these drinks.

Proxi map screenshot of Charleston — Let us help you navigate local drink deals with this handy map.
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*Photo via Proxi Map + data via Google*

City Editor Erika is excited about half-priced bottles of wine at Iron Rose this Thursday evening. There will also be live music, which will make the perfect wine down, post-work activity.

City Editor Callie can’t wait for the $12 Laloma cocktail she’s going to snag at Bumpa’s — it includes tequila, grapefruit juice, lime, simple syrup, and soda. It will pair great with the Carolina Fries and girls night out.

We hope you enjoy sipping your way through our city this week. Cheers to you and happy Drink Up Week, Charlestonians.

Events

Monday, July 22

Main Street Writes | Monday, July 22 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Join this group of writers for this online workshop.
Murder Mystery Dinner - Murder in Sin City | Monday, July 22 | 7-9:30 p.m. | Ophelia’s Wines & Bites, 328 E. Main St., Moncks Corner | $35 | Get ready for a thrilling evening of mystery and intrigue as you solve a murder in Sin City over dinner.

Tuesday, July 23

Tie Dye Tag | Tuesday, July 23 | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Edgar Allan Poe Branch Library, 1921 Ion Ave., Sullivans Island | Free | Kids and teens can wear a white T-shirt and participate in a colorful game of squirt gun tag.
Reading Party | Tuesday, July 23 | 6-8:30 p.m. | babas on meeting, 804 Meeting St., Charleston | $15 | Join other book lovers to gather, read, and connect over your favorite books with quiet reading sessions and engaging guided small-group discussions.

Wednesday, July 24

Candle Making Party | Wednesday, July 24 | 6-8 p.m. | Odyssey Bottle Shop, 987 Harbor View Rd., Charleston | $40 | Unleash your creativity and make personalized candles to add to your home.

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News Notes

Development

Summerville is about to get the largest pool in the Charleston area. Lennar behind Summers Corner, a master-planned community, has plans for a $30 million pool club. The amenities include four swimming areas, waterslides, restaurants, an adults-only tiki bar, and a clubhouse. The earliest the club could open is next summer. (The Post and Courier)

Open

Get ready to spice up your life. James Beard Award winner Meherwan Irani just opened Spicewalla at 49 John St. The shop sells small batch, fresh spices from around the world and is open every day from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m.

Eat

The Dunlin, a waterfront hotel opening on Johns Island next month, has named Michael DeCicco as its executive chef. DeCicco’s experience includes training at The Culinary Institute of America and helping a Florida restaurant earn a Michelin star. (The Post and Courier)

Sports

Get this. The Charleston Firebreathers, a dragon boat team part of the Charleston Paddle Club, have qualified to compete in an international competition in Italy in September. The club is looking for additional support. (WCSC)

Ranked

Can you believe it? For a second consecutive year, RentCafe named the Holy City as the number one city for renters. According to the national renter assistance + apartment search website, this is due to our “highly-ranked local economy and affordability.” See the full list. (WCIV)

Outdoors

Grab your dancing shoes and partner. This Friday, July 26, Moonlight Mixers returns to the Folly Beach Pier from 7 to 10 p.m. DJ Bill Shelton will provide tunes like oldies and beach music. Tickets start at $10.

Community

Last week, The Citadel unveiled a portrait of former mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr., who served the longest term in Charleston from 1975 until 2016. The portrait is part of The Citadel’s “Distinguished Alumni” gallery. Riley, Jr. graduated from the college in 1964. (WCBD)

Plan Ahead

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will return to the Lowcountry on Feb. 25 + 26 at the Gaillard. The dancers will perform new works plus classics including “Revelations.” Tickets start at $29.

Finance

Did you know you could finance your fixer-upper with home equity? You could get up to $50K with a HELOC — calculate your payment.*

Announced

Congrats to @amwooldr for winning our euphoria2024 giveaway in partnership with euphoria Food, Wine & Music Festival. While many events are already sold out for euphoria2024, there are still plenty of opportunities to indulge in the festivities. See the schedule.*

Wellness

Don’t let summer heat drain you. Native Hydrate electrolyte drink mix contains all nine essential amino acids, keeping you optimally hydrated and full of energy.*

The Buy

Your favorite find from our list of home goods on sale in Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale. Hint: think $200 off Le Creuset cookware + $50 off Sijo Eucalyptus sheets.

More worth The Buy

Answered

Have you ever participated in a community supported agriculture program?

Here’s what our readers said about participating in a community supported agriculture (CSA) program:

Around 65% of you said you’ve participated in a CSA program and think it’s a great opportunity.
Around 33% said you haven’t but would be interested.

And here are your favorite fruits currently in season.

Peaches: 59%
Watermelons: 21%
Strawberries: 11%
Cherries: 7%
Other: 2%

Thank you berry much for all who participated.

4 Community supported agriculture programs

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Erika

From the editor

Happy Monday, everyone. Check out this footage of what looks like a little deer family at The Washout on Folly Beach. 🦌

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