Picture yourself in a dynamic space like this sipping locally roasted coffee and crushing your work tasks. | Photo provided by Switchyards
Psst… we’re going to let you in on a little secret. A new place to take care of business is coming to town. Enter: Switchyards, a space cozy like a cafe that oozes chic, professional, and productive vibes.
Switchyards Charleston will open on Monday, April 28. Full disclosure — the space is for more than just finishing that big presentation — you can also hang out, read a book, or grab a coffee.
We were sold when you said free locally roasted coffee.
Photo provided by Switchyards
Located on Rutledge Avenue next to Hampton Park, the space will feature high ceilings, skylights, a cafe area for collaboration, and a library designed for work that requires deep focus.
Quick facts
250 memberships will be available.
Members will have 24/7 access, plus free locally roasted coffee available around the clock.
A membership will grant access to all Switchyards locations nationwide.
Phone booths and meeting rooms are on-site.
Memberships are $100 a month + you can cancel at any time.
Tuesday, March 18 Self Love — Mirror Workshop | 9-10 a.m. | Pluff Mud Mercantile | $88 | Start your day with reflection, self-discovery, and empowerment in this guided mirror workshop.
Open Hand Sewing Club | 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | People Places & Quilts, Summerville | $5 | Connect with fellow sewing enthusiasts and enjoy a relaxing session focused on hand-sewing projects.
Cheers & Beers | 7-9:30 p.m. | Bevi Bene Brewing Company | $35 | Savor a curated selection of craft brews paired with fresh oysters.
Wednesday, March 19 Charleston on Film: USC Archive of Moving Images | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | The American Theater | $55 | Experience a rare showcase of Charleston’s history through archival footage (1920-1970) from the University of South Carolina.
‘Get Grounded’ Wine Bar Takeover with Grounded Wine Co. | 4-7 p.m. | Grand Bohemian Wine Bar | Price of purchase | Join winemaker Josh Phelps for an evening of live music, chef-curated small bites, and an exclusive complimentary tasting.
Thursday, March 20 7th Annual Community Shred Event | 3-6 p.m. | Brittlebank Park | Free | Kick off your spring cleaning by securely shredding unwanted documents.
DIY Flower Arrangement | 6-7 p.m. | Carnes Crossroads, Summerville | $40 | Learn the art of flower arranging in this hands-on workshop, where you’ll create your own bouquet to take home.
Merci, a European-style bistro at the corner of Pitt and Montagu Streets, will open this Saturday, March 22. The restaurant will serve a menu of seasonal plates highlighting local purveyors and incorporate traditional European cooking methods. Reservations are now live. (Eater Carolinas)
Trending
‘Tis the season for sneezing. Is the pollen making you miserable? Take a look at a sight you won’t forget — a view of pollen swirling in the Charleston Harbor.
Edu
Charleston County’s new Early College High School building is now open. The 65,000-sqft facility includes science labs, AVID classrooms, project labs, a cafeteria, a nurse’s suite, and administrative offices. It was constructed at the newly renovated Wilmot J. Fraser Building, across from Trident Technical College — Palmer Campus.
Traffic
Stay aware. Isle of Palms’ Waterway Boulevard is temporarily closed from 32nd Avenue to 41st Avenue for system improvements. The closure will last through this Thursday, March 20. (WCBD)
Arts
The College of Charleston’s Department of Theatre and Dance is celebrating ten years of student choreography with its upcoming showcase, “Moved by Memories.” The show runs from Friday, March 21 through Wednesday, March 26 at the Black Box Theatre. Tickets are $25.
Legacy
Eugene “Gene” Reed, Jr., a former Charleston automotive leader, has died at age 87. After opening his first dealership in Spartanburg, he expanded to the Charleston area in the 1980s. Some may remember his commercials featuring Tim Jones promoting Gene Reed Toyota on Rivers Avenue. (WCBD)
Eat
Looking to satisfy your sweet tooth?Ruby Slipper Restaurant Group has unveiled a new limited menu item: Peaches + Cream Beignets. This sweet treat is filled with vanilla cheesecake and peach compote, then topped with whiskey cream sauce, whipped cream, and a cinnamon graham crumble.
Outdoors
With spring comes outdoor concerts + music festivals — luckily, these hearing aids are the world’s first with multi-stream processing, designed to help you engage in conversations effortlessly (even in noisy environments, like that must-see show).*
Stat
0%. That’s how much interest this card offers into 2026 — no wonder experts call it “hands down” one of “the best balance transfer cards."*
Travel
The opposite of sticker shock? Going’s free travel membership, which alerts you when flights leaving your airport are 40-90% off. You’re welcome.*
It’s time for some friendly competition.Bodega’s Mount Pleasant location is hosting the third annual “Best in Bread” sandwich competition, where nine Charleston restaurants will go head-to-head to create the ultimate sandwich.
Starting in April, there will be a weekly round featuring three participating chefs who will showcase their skills by crafting a signature sandwich using Duke’s Mayo products — Bodega’s partner. Attendees will sample the sandwiches and vote to determine the finalist from each round, leading up to the finale showdown. Pro tip: Every round is on Mondays in April from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Who will take the title of Best in Bread? Secure your spot; tickets are $25 for each event and $80 if you want to attend all four.
Bonus: Limited-edition “Best in Bread” T-shirts will be available for purchase onsite, with proceeds benefiting East Cooper Community Outreach.
To all my fellow food truck fans — sad news. Happy Thai has closed. The beloved food truck’s team has left Charleston and relocated to Dallas. I’ll miss their incredible food and seeing them around town. Read their statement.
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