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Shipping containers have never looked so good. | Photo provided by ByrdHouse Public Relations, LLC
The iconic Bal Harbour Shops, located on the northern tip of Miami Beach, has set up its traveling experience at the Ferry Wharf in Mount Pleasant near Patriots Point. Take a peek at the pop-up.
This photo shows the space housing the blue, white, and green Dolce & Gabbana Casa items.

The Dolce & Gabbana Casa space is giving chic summer vibes.

Photo by CHStoday

Nearly a dozen luxury retailers and The Whitman Restaurant will be in the Lowcountry until Friday, April 4. City Editor Callie here. I recommend the refreshing Put The Lime In The Coconut mocktail, and the Krispy Chicken — the gochujang sauce is chef’s kiss. Pro tip: Guarantee yourself a seat and make a reservation.
A green mocktail, bottle, and dish sitting on a black table.

The Whitman Restaurant is a great spot + refuel to take a break from shopping.

Photo by CHStoday

Renowned luxury brands include:
  • Tiffany & Co.
  • Valentino
  • Dolce & Gabbana Casa
  • Balmain
  • Golden Goose
The experience is housed in modular shipping containers and transformed into a tropical oasis — the pop-up embodies the signature aesthetic of Bal Harbour Shops down to the music, fountains, palm trees + lush greenery.
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Events

Friday, Feb. 21

Beginner Sushi Class | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Snafu Brewing Company, North Charleston | $50 | Sip on sours + learn to roll sushi at this taproom.

Eddie Bush on the inside Stage | 9 p.m. | The Windjammer, Isle of Palms | $10 | Put your toes in the sand + enjoy a night of good music.

Saturday, Feb. 22

Yoga, Shopping, & Champagne | 8:30-10 a.m. | Uncommon James | Donations accepted | Enjoy a morning of yoga, private shopping with discounts, and champagne sipping to celebrate the store’s first anniversary.

Swiftie Friendship Eras Event | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry | Free with admission | Step into your Friendship Era for a day filled with music, creativity, and connection.

Sunday, Feb. 23

Boozy Brunch | Every Sunday through March 30 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | The Whitman at Bal Harbour Shops Pop-up, Mount Pleasant | Price of purchase | Join this bubbly brunch featuring a high-energy DJ.

Art Actually | 1-5 p.m. | Gibbes Museum | Free | Bring the kiddos to look for art in unusual places and learn how it’s an integral part of our lives.
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News Notes

Travel

New York, New York. This summer, American Airlines’ twice-a-week service to LaGuardia Airport will return to the Charleston International Airport. Flights will start Friday, June 6, so book a seat to head to the Big Apple.

Coming Soon

HOLY MAHJ now has a place to call home sweet home. The group is opening The Card Room, a space on Line Street that offers a permanent hub to gather + connect over games.

Concert

It’s going to be a music-filled summer. Credit One Stadium has announced three more tours make a stop on Daniel Island this June — including Old Dominion on Thursday, June 5, The Dave Matthews Band on Friday, June 20 + Saturday, June 21, and Stick Figure on Tuesday, June 24.

Environment

Did you know? Charleston County Greenbelt now has an interactive dashboard, where you can find details on the program’s 230 completed projects. Fun fact: The projects have protected more than 26,000 acres of land county-wide.

Plan Ahead

Grab the kiddos and head to the aquarium to meet the stars of “The Octonauts.” Captain Barnacles and Kwazi will be docking the “Octopod” to meet fans from March 7 to 9. Guests will also have the opportunity to see specialty dive shows and participate in a scavenger hunt.

Mailbag

Reader Susan D. wrote in to thank us for our daily newsletter. She said, “my day is not complete until I read your email, first thing.” Don’t we feel special? Check out our Instagram for even more happenings.

Community

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Food

Hungry for a good time? Head to Crush Yard for shareable bites like crispy wings, flavorful bowls with fresh ingredients, and mouthwatering mains. Whether you’re in the mood for something light or hearty, there’s a dish for every craving. See the full menu.*

Festival

Gather the book club crew and hit the road — Read Freely Fest is headed to Columbia from Friday, March 28 to Sunday, March 30. Enjoy talks with bestselling authors, interactive panels, and the chance to meet fellow literature lovers at Richland Library’s main location. Plan your bookish escape.*

Biz

Meet Rosie Werden, the owner of Big Gurl

The photo shows an assortment of clay sculptures on a rectangle of cardboard on a wooden table, there are clay-stained bowls and sponges also present.
City Editor Callie here — I recently had one of my best friends in town, we stopped by Big Gurl and had so much fun catching up and crafting that hours passed by and we didn’t realize it. | Photo by Callie Putnam
King Street is now home to Big Gurl, a walk-in studio for self-guided crafts. I had the chance to chat with owner Rosie Werden — keep reading for details on the new studio.

What about the folks who don’t consider themselves crafty or creative, can they still stop by?
Absolutely. If anything, that’s what I’ve intended for Big Gurl. This is a hub for all skill levels to participate. Art isn’t always accessible or can be intimidating to start, so I wanted to create a space that cultivated and encouraged trying something new.

I intentionally pick crafts that anyone can do. It’s not about what you produce but the joy that comes with it.

Celebrate the opening
While the space is open, the official grand opening is set for tomorrow Saturday, Feb. 22, at 12 p.m.
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The Buy

Babbel’s expert-designed foreign language lessons, on sale for 60% off for President’s Day. Babbel’s 10-minute daily lessons focus on real-world phrases, practical conversation skills, and cultural tips, so on your next trip abroad, you’ll do more than just point at menus. Shop the limited-time sale and make travel easier, more fun, and way more immersive.*
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The Wrap

Calling all film lovers. Frannie & the Fox is rolling out the red carpet for you to celebrate the annual awards with their limited-time Oscars-themed drink menu. To be honest, these cocktails deserve a standing ovation.
  • The Sands of Time: Gin, lemon, and prosecco with gold glitter
  • The Substance: Blue Hawaiian cocktail with Beyond Distilling tropical gin, blue curacao, pineapple, lime, coconut, and blue edible glitter
  • The Wicked Witches Brew: Vodka, Pamplemousses, lemon, raspberry with Midori caviar

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We have some lucky readers

The picture shows a king cake from AP Flour, a West Ashley bake shop on a wood table next to gold Mardi Gras beads and a purple, green, and gold sparkly hat. The dessert is covered in icing, purple, green, and gold sprinkles.
Get the party started right + order your king cake from a local bake shop. | Photo by @ap_flour
More than 65% of our readers say they have found the baby in their king cake slice, which signifies luck + prosperity, and that you’re in charge of providing the king cake for next year’s celebrations.

As for the other 45%, you can try your luck this year, tap the link below for three local bakeries selling king cakes.
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