The waterfront project has been in the works for nearly two decades, so let us refresh you on how this project aims to serve the Charleston community.
The community will include multiple office and retail buildings.
Rendering courtesy of Magnolia Landing.
The work, live, and play development will span 192 acres total + is set to feature parks, a marina, living spaces, office space, retail shops, restaurants, docks, and entertainment options. Let’s take a closer look at how that land will be used:
Up to 1 million sqft of office space
24 acres of public parks + green space
49 acres of marshland
Up to 200,000 sqft of retail + restaurant space
Up to 4,000 residential units
Around 1,080 hotel rooms
The area will also feature day-dock options, four waterfront restaurants with direct day-dock access, a boat club, monthly slips, and a variety of watersport activities.
Industry Night | Times vary | Little Palm | Price of purchase | Bring your proof of employment to grab your keychain that unlocks a hidden menu available every Monday for hospitality professionals.
Tuesday, March 4
Hutson Alley’s Big Fat Tuesday | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Hutson Alley | $45 | Join this all-you-can-eat crawfish boil and Mardi Gras party.
Candle Workshop & Special Beer Release | 6-8 p.m. | Snafu Brewing Company, North Charleston | $30 | Join this candle-making workshop and new sour beer release you won’t want to miss.
Wednesday, March 5
Charleston Wine + Food Festival | Until Sunday, March 9 | Times vary | Various locations | Ticket prices vary by event | This annual five-day event showcases the local culinary industry + top chefs, winemakers, storytellers, artisans, and food enthusiasts from around the globe.
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Spicewalla Charleston, the chef-driven spice brand on John Street, closed its doors yesterday, March 2. Hurricane Helene devastated the store’s hometown of Asheville, damaged its factory, and halted production for two months. The store says it’s now focusing all of its efforts on the flagship store, but you can still order online.
Development
Trails, an outdoor classroom, and a new nature-inspired playground will soon be features you can use at Old Towne Creek County Park. Park officials say renovations are well underway, and the upgraded park will open sometime later this year or early next year. (WCBD)
Mansion Monday
You have the chance to call Captain’s Island home — a nearly 6,500-sqft estate in a secluded and intimate waterfront area just hit the market. This Fell Point property features a pool, four-car garage, and dedicated pilates studio — take a look inside.
Plan Ahead
Did you know that Blake Shelton is coming to the Lowcountry this month? If you answered “no,” we’ve got an exciting resource for you — check out our monthly Plan Ahead, a list of some of the biggest events to plan for each month. You’ll never be out of the loop again.
Try This
Explore The Gateway Walk, a quiet downtown trail that snakes through shady gardens. It starts on Archdale Street at St. John’s Lutheran Church and ends at St. Phillips Episcopal Church. Fun fact: It was opened and maintained by The Garden Club of Charleston back in 1930.
History
Did you know? Roper Hospital came to be after Colonel Thomas Roper left $30,000 to the Medical Society of South Carolina to build a hospital in Charleston. The hospital opened on Queen Street in 1856.
State
Governor Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency due to ongoing wildfires across our state + a ban on any outdoor burning is in effect until further notice. The fires in Spartanburg, Oconee, Union, Pickens, and Horry Counties are primarily due to dry and windy conditions.
Eat
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Health
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Concert
🎸 25+ concerts we’re amped about
Credit One Stadium hosts a variety of events year-round. | Photo provided by Credit One Stadium
No matter your favorite genre, there’s a concert bound to hit the right note. So break open your piggy bank and check out 25+ must-see musicians, bands, and singers set to take the stage this year.
Your favorite spring shoe. We know, the magic word: spring. Visualize your next few months and try not to sprint away from winter as you choose the staple shoe best for you:
👟 Nordstrom stocked up on new colors of the beloved Veja Campo sneaker + New Balance’s 327 Sneaker.
👟 The hardware addition makes this new — and 20% off — strappy chunky heel anything but basic.
đź‘ź Pair these under $40 clear slide sandals with virtually any color dress for springtime occasions.
👟 Ease into comfy hours with the Ugg Tasman Slipper’s cousin — the Buree Slipper.
👟 Lululemon’s plush slides are engineered with a grippy non-slip sole.
The countdown is on — Charleston Wine + Food is just days away, but you can get a taste of the fun now.
Stop by Alcove for the Broad Street Berry (featuring raspberries, strawberries, dragon fruit, and mango), made in collaboration with the Charleston Wine + Food team.
Fun Fact: For every smoothie purchased, $1 will be donated to the Charleston Wine + Food Foundation.
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