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From Our Team
Please join us in supporting recovery efforts for our neighbors in Western NC. Our hearts are heavy for our friends, family, and team members affected by the destruction of Hurricane Helene and its aftermath. 100% of donations will be sent to BeLoved Asheville, supporting food and water distribution, clothing and supply deliveries, and debris cleanup across the region.
 
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🍁 Impress your guests with seasonal styles
Rotating images of fall furniture from Wayfair.
From cozy fire pits and themed bakeware to seasonal statement pieces, Wayfair has countless finds for fall.  | Photos by Wayfair
Fall is here. Read: It’s officially hosting season. Whether you’re throwing football watch parties, a spooky Halloween soirée, or a festive Thanksgiving feast, now’s the time to refresh your home with the steals of the season.

Today, Oct. 7 is the last day to shop Way Day — aka Wayfair’s huge sale — and you won’t want to miss the thousands of limited-time deals on all things home goods. We’re talking up to 80% off, free shipping, and flash deals.

So without further ado, let’s get party planning. Here’s what we’re eyeing:

Kitchen essentials

  • Autumn treats cake pan: Leaves, pumpkins, and acorns adorn this charming nonstick pan.
  • Modern bar cart: Perfect for displaying your favorite bottle of Firefly Sweet Tea Vodka, this bar on wheels can be easily moved.
  • Bar tools set: While we’re talking special drinks, you’ll probably need this, too.
  • Le Creuset baking dishes: Cook your favorite family recipe in style with this must-have trifecta.
  • Chips and dips platter: Assemble your go-to game day snacks to cheer on the Panthers in this sleek porcelain dish.

Dinner with a view

  • Vintage-inspired globe chandelier: They say a new light fixture can transform a room, and this three-light pendant looks like it will do the trick (or treat).
  • Upholstered dining chairs: Modern style meets supreme comfort with this set of ergonomically designed seats.
  • Stoneware pumpkin trio: Adorn your mantle with these harvest-hued decorations to add a bountiful burst of fall color to any room.
  • Extendable dining table: Need more space? This solid wood table comes with a leaf to help accommodate extra guests and plenty of home-cooked dishes — or takeout from Home Team BBQ.

Outdoor entertaining

Pro tip: Give your guests something to talk about with this revolutionary smart bidet, complete with four cleaning modes + a heated seat.
 
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What’s most likely to impress you at a party?
A. Stunning table settings
B. Themed food and drinks
C. Comfortable places to sit, soft blankets + fluffy pillows
D. Outdoor seating with a fire feature
E. Vibes (think: seasonal decor, warm lighting, and good music)
 
 
Events
Monday, Oct. 7
  • Sullivan’s Island Run Club | Monday, Oct. 7 | 6 p.m. | Mex 1 Sullivan’s Island | Free | Walkers, joggers, and runners are invited to lace up + enjoy a one-to-three-mile route along the shoreline.
Tuesday, Oct. 8
  • 818 Cocktail Class | Tuesday, Oct. 8 | 6 p.m. | The Backyard at Little Palm | $50 | Don’t miss this opportunity to refine your cocktail skills and enjoy a night of flavor and fun.
Wednesday, Oct. 9
  • Elizabeth James The Label Trunk Show | Wednesday, Oct. 9-Sunday, Oct. 13 | Times vary | Marsh & Magnolia | Free entry | A portion of the profits will benefit Her Voice CHS, a non-profit advocating for understanding and acceptance of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
  • Yoga on the Yorktown | Wednesday, Oct. 9 | 5:30 p.m. | Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum, Mount Pleasant | $25 | Join Lowcountry Yoga for a session on the USS Yorktown’s flight deck.
Sunday, Oct. 20
  • Oyster Roast Benefitting the Alston Wilkes Society | Sunday, Oct. 20 | 1-4 p.m. | Bowens Island Restaurant | $75+ | Get ready for a shuckin’ good time at the beautiful Bowens Island Restaurant. Tickets to the AWS 2024 Oyster Roast include all-you-can-eat oysters, local bites, beer, wine, and soft drinks.*
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News Notes
Civic
  • You’ll have a few more days to register to vote ahead of next month’s election. An SC judge extended the Palmetto State’s deadlines to register to vote in person, electronically, and by mail to Monday, Oct. 14. The move comes after the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. (WCSC)
Biz
  • Strike suspended. Charleston port workers returned to work on Friday after a three-day strike. Nearly 45,000 US dockworkers reached a tentative deal last Thursday. (WCSC)
Real Estate
  • What was once a soldiers’ rec hall could be your personal playground. The Fort Moultrie Post Exchange was built in 1906 + is recognized on the National Register of Historic Places. The 8,864-sqft home on Sullivan’s Island is listed for $10 million and features a wine cellar, pool, gym, sauna, and spacious recreation room.
Cause
  • How cool is this? The folks at Holy City Brewing are temporarily shifting from brewing beer to canning water, all to help provide clean drinking water to those affected by Helene. See why the owner says it’s important to be there for your neighbors. (WCIV)
Concert
  • Ready to rock? On Sunday, Oct. 13, join Idlewild Revival, an Allman Brothers Tribute Band, at Palmetto Islands County Park. The gates open at 11 a.m. + live music will be played from 12 to 4:30 p.m. Tickets start at $20 per car.
Watch
  • Cannonball. You have to see this alligator dive off the dock ~75 miles away at Huntington Beach State Park. While this fella is no Olympian, he has a graceful entry. (WCIV)
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Eat
  • Wine and dine with world-renowned winemaker Marco Caprai at Gabrielle on Thursday, Oct. 10. Savor his award-winning Umbrian wines, paired with Chef Edgar Kano’s cuisine, featuring handmade pastas, Porchetta, and other Umbrian delicacies. Reserve your table.*
Finance
 
Family

🚀 A celebration that’s out of this world

Celebrate World Space Week in Charleston with a NASA astronaut
The photo shows Robert 'Hoot' Gibson standing on a ladder in a blue and green uniform.
Robert Gibson was a Navy fighter pilot before joining NASA’s astronaut corp. | Photo by NASA
Did you know? It’s World Space Week. These seven days are dedicated to sparking curiosity and strengthening our understanding of space and its impact on society.

Here in Charleston, there’s a celebration that’s going to be out of this world. Tomorrow, Oct. 8, NASA astronaut Robert ‘Hoot’ Gibson will make a stop at Flight Adventure Park.

Captain Hoot will visit the park for an exclusive space education meet + greet. Pro tip: Guests will receive a discount of 36.5% off park entry in honor of the number of days Captain Hoot has spent in space.
 
The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Callie
From the editor
Last week, we asked you when you typically buy your pumpkins + the results are in:

36.5%: Mid-October
23.1%: The first week of October
21.2%: Are skipping pumpkins this year
19.2%: Already have them

Those who buy say the classic orange gourd is their favorite, followed by white, heirloom, and then goosebumps. Explore these five patches to grab your pumpkins.
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