Columbia, SC | ~2 hours

Greenville, SC | ~3.5 hours

Charlotte, NC | ~3 hours

Asheville, NC | ~4 hours

• AMA Coffee Talk: Calling all savvy travelers! | Tuesday, July 30 | 8-9 a.m. | Bevi Bene Brewing Company, 1859 Summerville Ave. Ste. 100, Charleston | $0-$15 | Join this seminar if you’re interested in travel hacking and using points for free flights and hotels.
• Mount Pleasant Farmers Market | Tuesday, July 30 | 3:30-7 p.m. | Mount Pleasant Farmers Market Pavilion, 645 Coleman Blvd., Mount Pleasant | Price of purchase | The weekly market features vendors selling local farm-fresh produce, meats, sauces, baked goods, and other specialty foods.

• Summer Movie for Adults | Wednesday, July 31 | 2-4 p.m. | Mount Pleasant Library, 1133 Mathis Ferry Rd., Mount Pleasant | Free | Stop by the library to watch “We’re the Millers.”
• Ribbon Cutting | Wednesday, July 31 | 4-5 p.m. | Beyond Basic Life Skills Pottery Store, 406 N. Gum St., Summerville | Free | Celebrate the grand opening of the inclusive pottery store, Beyond Basic Life Skills.
• Biergarten’s Disney Trivia | Wednesday, July 31 | 7-9 p.m. | Bay Street Biergarten, 549 E. Bay St., Charleston | $10 | Dive into the world of Disney and test your knowledge.

• Beginners Night | Thursday, Aug. 1 | 5-7 p.m. | James Island County Park, 871 Riverland Dr., Charleston | $15 | This event is for those stepping into the climbing world for the first time, promising an evening of excitement and shared experiences.
• Puzzle Competition Night | Thursday, Aug. 1 | Times vary | Two Blokes Brewing, 547 Long Point Rd., Ste. 101, Mount Pleasant | Free | Be the first to complete a 300-piece puzzle and win a gift card.

• Resort-inspired saltwater pool
• Gourmet grilling stations
• Walking trails + wetlands
• Fire pits for socializing with friends
• 24-hour fitness center
• Outdoor showers for you (and your pet)

• Yesterday, Charleston’s Emma Navarro won her second-round match against Viktoriya Tomova of Bulgaria in the Olympic women’s tennis tournament. Navarro will face Qinwen Zheng of China today in the third round. See other Olympians with local ties. (WCSC)

• Woodfield Development, a Charleston-based developer, announced the completion of The Ames, a new apartment complex in downtown Nexton. Located at 3800 Zephyr Rd., the property includes one, two, and three-bedroom floor plans. Amenities include a pool, grill station, and a bar and cabana area. (Charleston Regional Business Journal)

• Want to learn more about the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office? The agency is accepting applications from county residents for its Citizens Academy. Attendees will learn about law enforcement through presentations from deputies, hands-on activities, tours, and storytelling. Applications are open until this Thursday, Aug. 1 at 5 p.m. (WCSC)

• Sunrise Yoga by the Charleston County Parks is wrapping up its season. The next class is Saturday, Aug. 24, and the final one is Saturday, Sept. 7. The morning beach flows are open to all fitness levels + abilities, and pricing starts at $10. (WCIV)

• School is almost back in session. The Lowcountry has several school supply giveaways around town, with some beginning this weekend. Check out this list from Live 5 News.

• Golfweek shared its 20 best public-access golf courses in SC, and The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island Golf Resort came out on top. The golf publication said the rankings were based on their “nationwide network of raters.” Osprey Point and Cougar Point both located at Kiawah Island Golf Resort were also included in the list. (Holy City Sinner)

• Did you know? The CofC is being represented at the Paris 2024 Olympics. The university has three alumni and an assistant coach competing in men’s sailing, in addition to men’s basketball player Canyon Berry. Best of luck.

• Let’s support local. Quintin Middleton, behind Middleton Made Knives, will showcase his collection at Assembly @ Navy Yard CHS pop-up (2154 Noisette Blvd.) this Sunday, Aug. 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will also be other local makers, designers, and artists to explore. (Holy City Sinner)

• The Refinery at 1640 Meeting Street Rd. announced that the outdoor venue will transform into a Halloween experience featuring several performances, including acts by Ripe and The Psycodelics on Saturday, Oct. 19. On Thursday, Oct. 31, Greensky Bluegrass will headline, and on Monday, Nov. 11, English rockband Slowdive will take the stage.

• Meet: CHStoday’s Best. From pet-friendly places to fitness centers, we’re asking for your insight on the top-tier spots Charleston has to offer. Nominate your favorite businesses now through Friday, August 16.

• Looking to advance your career? The College of Charleston’s new Executive MBA program can help. Designed for busy professionals, this 18-month hybrid program offers a flexible format to fit your schedule, networking opportunities in a cohort-based setting, international immersion experiences, and more. Register for an info session.*

• Hey entrepreneurs and small business owners — need funding? Join the City of Charleston + SBA for their free Lender Matchmaking Event, happening this Friday, Aug. 2. Register to meet with lenders and resource partners and get your financing questions answered.*

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