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🎶 Tune in to this festival

The Lowcountry Jazz Festival returns to Charleston this Labor Day Weekend

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The Lowcountry Jazz Festival is one of the big jazz events of the year. | Photo by @mpeacockmedia
Looking to jazz up your Labor Day weekend plans? The Lowcountry Jazz Festival returns to Charleston on Saturday, Aug. 31 and Sunday, Sept. 1 at the Gaillard Center.

The annual festival, now in its 18th year, is a collaboration between the Charleston Gaillard Center and Closing the Gap in Health Care, a nonprofit dedicated to reducing health disparities and improving health literacy in underserved communities. The festival serves as its primary fundraiser.

Charleston, known as one of the thriving cities of jazz in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, was the birthplace of many notable jazz musicians. This rich musical heritage will be honored by producer Tony Clarke and the Gaillard Center’s team, who have curated a lineup of award-winning national and international jazz artists.

Day one, Saturday, Aug. 31, at 7 p.m.

Day two, Sunday, Sept. 1, at 7 p.m.

You can read more about the award-winning lineup of artists, and purchase day one and day two tickets online. Prices start at $68.

Pro tip: To get the party started, check out the event’s playlist on Spotify.
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Events
Wednesday, Aug. 21
Thursday, Aug. 22
  • Yappy Hour | Thursday, Aug. 22 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | James Island County Park | Free with park admission | Spend some outdoor quality time with your pup.
Friday, Aug. 23
  • Western Night | Friday, Aug. 23 | 7-11 p.m. | The Watch Rooftop | Free | Put on your cowboy boots for an evening of themed music, drink specials, and games.
  • Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical | Friday, Aug. 23-Sunday, Sept. 8 | Times vary | Queen Street Playhouse | $45-$55 | See this Tony-nominated Broadway about a tale of the epic battle between good and evil.
  • Waterfront Music & Movies | Friday, Aug. 23 | Mt. Pleasant Waterfront Park | Free | Enjoy a sunset while listening to local musicians, and then watch an outdoor movie with the Ravenel Bridge and Charleston Harbor for a backdrop
Saturday, Aug. 24
  • The 25th Annual McElveen Race For The ARK | Saturday, Aug. 24 | 7:45-11 a.m. | St. Luke’s Lutheran Church | $25-$35 | This race includes a 5K run/walk + 1-mile fun run, plus a block party afterward to celebrate the 25th anniversary.
  • Online Dating Workshop | Saturday, Aug. 24 | Virtual | Free | This session will cover sites + apps, how to create a successful profile, and how to stay safe.
Sunday, Aug. 25
  • Sunday Brunch Farmers Market | Sunday, Aug. 25 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | 1977 Maybank Hwy. (behind the Pour House) | Price of purchase | Enjoy a vibrant, supportive, and inclusive community event where you can buy quality goods from local farmers and small businesses.
More weekday events to explore
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News Notes
Weather
  • If you’ve noticed a slight temperature change, you’re spot on. Meteorologists predict temperatures will hover in the mid to upper 80s through the rest of the week. However, don’t put those tank tops away just yet — next week, we’ll climb back into the 90s. (WCBD)
Biz
  • Eveon Containers, a global online provider of used shipping containers, will expand its North American operations to include new headquarters in Charleston County. Located in the Cigar Factory, the company will aim to create over 25 new jobs in the next five years.
Active
  • Charleston County Parks Starlight Yoga has three more events this year. On Thursday evenings, the first one is Sept. 12 at the Mt. Pleasant Pier, the second is on Oct. 17 at Wannamaker County Park, and the final event is Nov. 11 at James Island County Park. Tickets start at $10. (Holy City Sinner)
Arts
  • The Citadel has two alumni and a current cadet in its fine art program that earned a spot in a New York City art exhibition, “Journeys Onward: Military Veterans’ Experiences.” The annual exhibit showcases artwork of 36 military veterans or families sharing “their unique experiences at the intersection of art and the military.”
Trending
  • Did you see it? Earlier this week, there was a full moon, which was also a supermoon and a blue moon. See how it lit up Folly Beach. (WCSC)
Older Adults
  • Wanted: Local retirees to grocery shop with neighbors, tutor local students, help in community gardens, and more. Get the info on local activities.*
Finance
  • Finance experts call this card a cash rewards dream: unlimited cash rewards on purchases, $200 bonus after spending $500, long intro APR on purchases and balance transfers + more.*
 
Sports

What’s the dill — do you like to play pickleball?

Answered: Do CHStoday readers like to play pickleball?

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Grab your pals and let’s play some pickleball. | Photo via @picklestrong
Earlier this week, we asked CHStoday readers if they like to play pickleball. Here’s what you had to say:
  • 40.9%: I love it
  • 33.1%: I’ve never played
  • 15%: I’m not a fan
  • 11%: It’s okay
For those who enjoy the pastime, we also asked where they like to play. Here are some of your favorite spots:
  • Crush Yard
  • Salvation Army
  • North Charleston Sports Complex
  • Miriam Brown
  • Ion Club
21 spots to play
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Erika

From the editor
Charleston County Public Library summer reader participants can celebrate at a Charleston Battery game with Back to School Night this Saturday, Aug. 24. Attendees are encouraged to wear the summer reading T-shirts and to arrive early to get library swag and meet the library’s mascot, Owlbert. Get the details.
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