CCSD approves Union Pier TIF District | The approval of a tax increment financing district will help fund the high-profile development on the edge of the eastern Charleson Peninsula.
Know before you go: Coastal Carolina Fair | The Coastal Carolina Fair has returned to Exchange Park with concerts, food, exhibits, and rides — use this guide to prepare for your visit.
Garden Tea Party | 10:30 a.m. | Roots and Shoots Nursery | $25 | Join this unique tea party and sip some Yaupon holly tea while learning about native plants.
Harvest Festival | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Johns Island County Park | $10 | Peruse a crafters market and food vendors while enjoying live bluegrass music + activities for the kiddos.
Sunday, Nov. 3
Sunday Oyster Roast| 11 a.m. | Firefly Distillery, North Charleston | $35 | This ticketed event will take place on the five-acre field alongside the Noisette Creek, don’t forget your rags + shuckers.
“All Things Plantains” Cooking Class | 4:30-7 p.m. | Two Blokes Brewing, Mount Pleasant | $55 | Learn to cook with both green and ripe plantains.
Charleston Booze and Boos Tour | 7:30 p.m. | Henry’s On The Market | $32 | Journey down the cobblestone streets to explore the city’s oldest structures and travel through alleyways that still echo the gunshots of famous duels.
Could we see less flooding downtown? The City of Charleston broke ground on the final phase of the Huger and King Street Pump Station. The project promises to increase flow out of the intersection by 70,000 gallons of water per minute, reducing the flooding impacts. Construction will take ~18 months.
Transit
The Lowcountry Rapid Transit project is in its final design phase. Once complete, the route will stretch 21+ miles through Ladson, North Charleston, and downtown Charleston. (WCBD)
Announced
The Steeplechase of Charleston planned for Sunday, Nov. 10, has been canceled due to safety concerns. Event officials said the Lowcountry’s prolonged drought has created a surface that isn’t suitable for racing. Ticketholders can seek a refund, transfer their ticket to the 2025 event, or convert their ticket into a donation.
Number
$10.2 million. That was the economic impact generated by the 2024 Black Food Truck Festival held this past spring at the Exchange Park Fairgrounds in Ladson. The three-day event featured 40 Black-owned food trucks + vendors and drew in more than 13,000 attendees. Organizers are seeking sponsors for the 2025 edition.
Closed
After 12 years in business, Rutledge Cab Company has closed. The last day of service was Monday, Oct. 28 — read the farewell message to its customers. Want to keep up with all the most recent restaurant and bars that are opening or closing in our area? Read more on our website.
Travel
Want to make sure your next vacation takes off without a hitch? Check out our guide to Charleston International Airport for a full food rundown and to know just how early you should arrive to get through security. Bon voyage.
Wellness
Posture check — this is your weekly reminder to straighten your back. If that felt good, imagine how nice a stretch at Grayce would feel. Find your flow at these Charleston yoga studios.
City Guide
City Guide
Your guide to Charleston’s coffee shops
This seasonal drink from Brown Fox is giving all the fall feels. | Photo by @brownfoxcoffee
For richer or pour over, Charleston’s coffee shops keep us going in the morning. Here are some of the Lowcountry’s best spots.
Best bites The Daily | Brought to you by Butcher & Bee, The Daily provides locals with quality coffee, to-die-for breakfast foods + super smoothies.
In-house roasted beans Big kick coffee roasters | The downtown spot roasts its beans on-site + sells them roasted or brewed.
On-the-go joe Cafe de Fleur | Summerville’s nickname of “The Flowertown In The Pines” inspired this coffee shop’s name.
Where to write your novel City Lights Eastside | Stop by for your cup of coffee + stay for the cozy atmosphere.
Roasts to boast Gala Cafe & Bakery | Stop by this Mount Pleasant location for all the European vibes.
A tiny label maker that’s a bestseller and on deal for a limited time. Organize pantry items, office supplies, cables, and anything you can stick a label on (stay still, kids).
I cannot believe how fast October came and went — it flew by. Now that Halloween is over, how long are you keeping that pumpkin on your porch? Let us know, we won’t judge.
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