09.24.2024

Today’s Forecast

87º | 15% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 7:07 a.m. | Sunset 7:15 p.m.
Low tides 7:33 a.m. + 8:31 p.m. | High tide 2:11 p.m.

⛴️ Sailing into sunset

Sail away with these four romantic charters in Charleston

A sightseeing tour with Charleston Harbor Tours is a great date idea. | Photo provided by @chasharbortours

Looking for date night ideas? We’ve got you covered. However, if you’re considering a romantic evening on the water, keep reading for four charters in Charleston perfect for couples.

Charleston Harbor Tours | This charter offers a variety of themed tours, allowing you to pick one that suits your preferences. For example, consider a midweek date on the “Wine Down Wednesday” cruise for a relaxed evening with your special person.

Sandlapper Water Tours | Step aboard the Palmetto, a 45-ft catamaran, for a sunset cruise on Charleston Harbor. Refreshments are available for purchase. During the cruise, you’ll enjoy close-up views of iconic spots like the Battery, the Ravenel Bridge, forts, barrier islands, and lighthouses.

Adventure Harbor Tours | Offering a personalized experience, this charter allows you to choose your adventure. Whether it’s a sunset cruise, wildlife watching, or exploring nearby islands, the flexibility to customize your outing adds a special touch for couples.

Palmetto Breeze | This romantic option offers smooth sailing and panoramic views of Charleston’s coastline on a luxurious, spacious catamaran. Couples can enjoy onboard amenities like a full bar, and some cruises feature live music — and the opportunity to spot dolphins adds a magical touch to the date.

Side note: Charleston is filled with boat options, and if you know of any romantic outings we missed, feel free to share with the team.

Asked

What’s your favorite fall activity to do in Charleston?

A. Fall festivals
B. Outdoor markets
C. Haunted houses
D. Pumpkin patches

Leaf your thoughts

Events

Tuesday, Sept. 24

Volunteer: Manufactured Wire Reef Construction | Tuesday, Sept. 24 | 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | SCDNR’s Marine Resources Division | Free | Construct manufactured wire reefs, which will be used in future oyster reef restoration projects.
Asado Nights | Tuesday, Sept. 24 | 11 a.m.-10 p.m. | The Backyard at Little Palm | Price of purchase | Dive into the vibrant flavors of rotating Latin-inspired specials, paired with tropical-flavored cocktails from the bar.

Wednesday, Sept. 25

SWEAT Series Fitness Class | Wednesday, Sept. 25 | 6 p.m. | Mount Pleasant Towne Centre | Free | Come sweat with Athleta; this week’s class features H.I.I.T. and Yoga with Amber, Krista, and Lois of SPENGA Mount Pleasant.
From Haydn to Tango: A Fiesta of Music for String Quartet | Wednesday, Sept. 25 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Park Circle Community Building, North Charleston | Free | Experience a casual exploration of the string quartet, accompanied by entertaining anecdotes and insights.
Biergarten’s “Love is Blind” Trivia | Wednesday, Sept. 25 | 7-9 p.m. | Bay Street Biergarten | $10 (per team) | Test your knowledge about the show’s most memorable moments, contestants, and behind-the-scenes details.

Thursday, Sept. 26

Build Your Own Bog Workshop | Thursday, Sept. 26 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Roots and Shoots Nursery | $85 | Don’t miss this opportunity to get your hands dirty and create a unique bog garden feature.
Jewelry Making Workshop | Thursday, Sept. 26 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Craft-DIY | $35 | Unleash your creativity and create some accessories.

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News Notes

Drink

Charles Towne Fermentory has opened a new location on James Island at Signal Point Road. The team shared on Instagram that they have worked on this expansion for the past year, allowing increased production. The new location is open Monday-Friday, 2-10 p.m., Saturday, 12-10 p.m., and Sunday, 12-8 p.m.

Development

Uptown Hospitality Group has plans to open a new 3,000-sqft wedding venue called The Waverly at the former Baker and Brew location. Plans for the space include a main hall, bridal and groom suites, parking, a covered porch, and landscaped grounds. The team aims for a January opening. (The Post and Courier)

Award

The YWCA Greater Charleston will host its What Women Bring luncheon tomorrow, Sept. 25, at Trident Tech, celebrating nine Charleston + Columbia-area women in community service, health care, government, education, and business. The program includes panels + lunch. Check out the ticket info.

Community

The Lowcountry Music Hall of Fame will welcome a new class on Sunday, Oct. 6. The inductees include 11 groups and performers from various styles and genres. A ceremony will take place at the Hanahan Amphitheater on Tuesday, Oct. 22. (Charleston City Paper)

Watch

Local pastry chef Sarah Arnold is competing in this season of the Food Network’s “Halloween Wars.” Earlier this year, Arnold became the assistant pastry chef at The Sanctuary at Kiawah and was on season four of the previous Food Network show “Holiday Wars.” (Charleston City Paper)

Cause

The National Alliance on Mental Health, known locally as NAMI Charleston Area, will host its NAMI Walks 2024 on Saturday, Oct. 5, at the Palmetto Islands County Park. The event supports mental health awareness, and participation is free. Pro tip: Participants who raise $100 will earn a free t-shirt.

Biz

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Announced

🔑 Congratulations to these hotels

See the Charleston hotels that received MICHELIN Keys

the exterior of the luxury, boutique hotel, The Loutrel. It's a light brown 4 story building and has two palmetto trees in the front.

The Loutrel is located at 61 State St. | Photo provided by The Loutrel.

Earlier in the year, the MICHELIN Guide introduced a new distinction — the MICHELIN Key — and this month, seven Charleston hotels were honored with this recognition.

The MICHELIN Key recognizes hotels for outstanding stays and the selection team has five universal criteria when choosing:

Excellence in architecture + interior design
Quality and consistency of service
Overall personality and character
Value for the price
Significant contribution to the neighborhood or setting

The levels of a MICHELIN-rated hotel:

One Key: a very special stay
Two Keys: an exceptional stay
Three Keys: an extraordinary stay

Seven Charleston hotels that made this year’s list.

Two Keys:

One Key:

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Erika

From the editor

Over the summer, we shared that the historic Fort Moultrie Post Exchange, a Sullivan’s Island home renovated with luxury features like a wine cellar and wellness studio, was put on the market. Now, the mansion’s price has dropped to $10 million. Any takers?

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