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Who’s ready for food, wine + fun? | Photo by Lawson Builder courtesy of Charleston Wine + Food
We’re just a couple of weeks away from the Charleston Wine + Food Festival, happening Wednesday, March 5 through Sunday, March 9.
Haven’t grabbed your ticket yet? We know several events are sold out, but don’t worry, we’re exploring some events you can still attend.
The Vinyl Party | Wednesday, March 5 | 9 p.m.–12 a.m. | Groovers Listening Bar | $85 | Kick off the festival with Ford’s Gin, top-tier cocktails, and epic tunes at this high-energy party featuring an award-winning mixologist lineup.
Mex 1 Tacos + Tequilas | Thursday, March 6 | 2–4 p.m. | Mex 1 Coastal Cantina | $125 | A dream team of tacos, tequila, and top talent comes together for an unforgettable meal.
Getting to the Core of the American Cider Renaissance | Thursday, March 6 | 11 a.m.–12:15 p.m. | Mills House | $95 | This workshop offers a guided tasting of some of the country’s best ciders and a deep dive into cider’s rise in popularity.
Thursday, Feb. 20 Silvery Sneakers on the Ashley River | 10-10:30 a.m. | George H. Seago, Jr. Library, Summerville | Free | Get your steps in with this walking group for adults 50+, offering a scenic stroll along the nature path circling the Ashley River branch.
An Evening of Sound | 7-8 p.m. | Luminary Chiropractic, Hanahan | Free | Don’t miss out on this opportunity to treat yourself to a night of sound therapy and relaxation.
Friday, Feb. 21 Creative Mornings February Event: “LAYERS” | 8-9:30 a.m. | Circular Congregational Church | Free | This month’s theme will dive into how our experiences, identities, and passions shape the fabric of our lives.
High Tea | Every Friday through April 4 | 3-6 p.m. | The Whitman at Bal Harbour Shops Pop-up, Mount Pleasant | $49 | Pinkies up — experience an afternoon of traditional-style tea service featuring live music, teas, finger sandwiches, and sweet pastries.
Love at First Page Book Exchange | 6-8 p.m. | Blūm | Free | Swap your favorite reads with fellow book lovers while you sip-n-shop with local vendors.
Saturday, Feb. 22 Sea & Sand Festival | Through Sunday, Feb. 23 | Folly River Park, Folly Beach | $0+ | Don’t miss Folly’s longest-running festival with a weekend full of family-friendly events.
Sunday, Feb. 23 Poetry & a Picnic in the Park | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Old Wide Awake Park, Hollywood | $45 | This event is perfect for writers, creatives, and anyone looking to slow down, express themselves, and embrace the beauty of community and nature.
Plans are moving forward for a new state-of-the-art recreation and aquatics center on Johns Island. The facility will offer sports and recreation for all ages, and a committee is currently selecting a construction manager. (WCBD)
Community
Frothy Beard Brewing Company and West Ashley Connects are accepting donations this week to support those affected by a recent fire at the Palms Apartments in West Ashley. Items needed include canned goods, gift cards, kids’ toys, and socks. Monetary donations can be sent via West Ashley Connects’ Venmo.
Open
After closing its Sam Rittenberg Boulevard location last August, Dollar Tree has reopened in the former Bed Bath & Beyond space at West Ashley Shoppes across from Citadel Mall. The store is open but still waiting to be fully stocked. (The Post and Courier)
Coming Soon
Prince Street Pizza is bringing its first Southern location to Charleston. The pizzeria, which started in New York, is set to open this fall in the former Tasty Thai & Sushi space. A local operator will be announced closer to the opening date. (Eater Carolinas)
Drink
Serving the Lowcountry since 1982, 82 Queen is celebrating 43 years with half-off all bottles of wine through this Sunday, Feb. 23. Check out the wine list and raise a glass.
Watch
Charleston native Page Mackenzie is making waves on The Voice, earning chair turns from Kelsea Ballerini and Michael Bublé. Mackenzie joins fellow Charleston contestant Grace-Miller Moody, a College of Charleston student, on the show. (WCBD)
Concert
Speaking of Grace-Miller Moody, she’ll be performing with a local band at Uptown Social next Thursday, Feb. 27, at 9 p.m. Attendees can also enjoy $5 Happy Thursday seltzers all night long. No tickets are required.
Try This
Tickets are available for Midlife Monologues, described as “part play, part pep rally.” This multi-genre showcase of authors and singer-songwriters takes place at Charleston Music Hall on Wednesday, March 12, at 7 p.m. The lineup includes creatives with local ties, such as Dr. Tonya Matthews of IAAM and Sharon Graci of Pure Theatre.
Festival
The Black Food Truck Festival returns Friday, April 25, through Sunday, April 27, at the Exchange Park Fairgrounds in Ladson. In addition to food trucks, the festival will feature live entertainment, DJs, interactive experiences, craft artisans, vendors, and games. Fun fact: The festival contributed $10.3 million to the local economy in 2024.
Finance
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Cause
Mark your calendar for Our Lady of Mercy Community Outreach’s Love Your Neighbor Celebration on Saturday, March 22 at The Dunlin, a stunning new resort on Johns Island. This event features live jazz, an elegant dinner, silent + live auctions, and so much more.*
Finance
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Coming Soon
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We wonder how those cars going over the bridge felt. | Photo provided by @mpeacockmedia
In case you missed it, earlier this week, SC Ports welcomed a very special guest — one that also set a new record.
The OOCL Iris, which arrived at the Wando Welch Terminal, became the largest vessel to dock at the Port of Charleston.
According to the Maritime Executive, here are a few quick facts about the massive vessel:
The vessel spans 1,204 feet in length and has a capacity of 16,828 TEUs, meaning it can carry up to 16,828 standard 20-foot containers.
It was formally named OOCL Iris last December.
Its soon-to-be-introduced sister ship, OOCL Sunflower, will operate alongside it on a trade route connecting China and other ports in Asia to U.S. East Coast ports.
The previous record-holder was the CMA CGM Marco Polo, which set its record in May 2021, with a capacity of 16,022 TEUs.
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