• American in Paris - Olympics Viewing Party | Saturday, Aug. 3-Sunday, Aug. 11 | 1-6 p.m. | The Charleston Place, 205 Meeting St., Charleston | Free | Cheer for Team USA at Market Street Circle where you will be transported to the decadent gardens of Paris.
• Sunset Sessions at The Backyard | Saturday, Aug. 3 | 4-7 p.m. | The Backyard at Little Palm, 237 Meeting St., Charleston | Price of purchase | Let the music carry you away as you enjoy tropical-inspired cocktails and fresh grill delights in an open-air paradise.
• Southeast Crab Feast | Sunday, Aug. 4 | 1-3:30 p.m. | Wannamaker Park, 8888 University Blvd., North Charleston | $18-$50 | This event will offer all-you-can-eat fresh blue crabs, one side of fish + chips, music, and a family-friendly environment.
• Holy City Brewing x Sofar Sounds Charleston | Sunday, Aug. 4 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Holy City Brewing, 1021 Aragon Ave., North Charleston | $25 | Come for the music, good vibes, and community and stay for Big Tent Pizza.

• Stick Figure - Sacred Sands Summer Tour | Thursday, Aug. 8 | 6:30 p.m. | Credit One Stadium, 7596, 161 Seven Farms Dr., Charleston | $34-$94 | This band is making a pit stop in Charleston along with Soja and Little Stranger.
• Sabor + Spirits: A Tequila Tour | Friday, Aug. 9 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Cru Catering, 1784 Harmon St., North Charleston | $180 | Indulge in South American street fare alongside a tequila tasting featuring nine distinct varieties.
  

• In six years, Allegiance Flag Supply, a Charleston flag-making business, grew from three college friends to 60 employees. Still growing, the company recently announced a $6.3 million expansion. Learn more about the folks behind the local business. (Charleston Regional Business Journal)

• Lowcountry Oyster Company is beginning a $6.4 million project to expand production, which will also bring 30 new jobs. The new facility will house a chilled water wet storage system and climate-controlled processing and holding areas. Last month City Editors Erika + Callie toured the oyster farm.

• This 19th century, eight-unit multi-family property recently sold for ~$3.7 million. The complex with 10 bedrooms + 10.5 bathrooms is located at 49 Smith St. and was built in 1860. (Charleston Regional Business Journal)

• Take a look. This postcard’s image dates back to 1915, making it ~110 years old. The greeting card is titled “King Street, Charleston, SC.

• All My Exes is a recently-opened, women-led cocktail bar at 825 Savannah Hwy. Want to keep up with all the most recent restaurants and bars that are opening or closing in our area? Read more on our website.

• At CHStoday, we love that we get to make the whole city of Charleston our office. If you’re looking for your next dream job, check out our guide to top employers and industries, or explore more places to work.

• It takes a village, as they say. As proud Charlestonians, we’re inspired by the contributions of our most tenured community members. Please join us in celebrating the legacies of those who have recently died.

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