Longview Carolina seamlessly weaves Blue Zone principles into its design. | Photos provided by Longview Carolina
Nature meets convenience at Longview Carolina, a new “agrihood” centered around wellness and outdoor living in Easley, South Carolina. While this community sits on 180 acres of scenic, private land, it’s also just about five minutes from downtown Easley + 20 minutes from downtown Greenville and Clemson University.
Longview draws inspiration from Blue Zones (more on that in a moment) around the world and has a similar feel to Riverstead, which were both developed by Jim Anthony. Think: Resilient living, unique homesteads, and panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
What are Blue Zones?
Blue Zones are regions focused on healthy living habits, like daily movement outdoors, socialization, regular relaxation, plant-based diets, and developing a deep sense of purpose. The goal is to create an environment that nudges its inhabitants toward healthy behaviors that last.
Research indicates that people who live in Blue Zone communities live longer, thanks to their adopted lifestyles. Additionally, belonging to a tight-knit community has been linked to better longevity and happiness.
A look inside Longview
Longview is built around modern Blue Zone principles, offering custom-built homesteads. It’s set on a quiet, wooded ridge and boasts natural amenities that emanate an immersive mountain getaway.
The neighborhood encourages residents to:
Be active | Moving naturally is made easy with the community’s hiking and biking trails, winding through 60 acres of preserved green space.
Spark social connection | Connect with neighbors at the community’s pool, pickleball courts, and other gathering spaces.
Slow down | Swap the glare of screens for starlight and conversation around fireside patios and campsites to help your stress melt away.
Eat healthily | The on-site organic farm — complete with vegetable fields, berry patches, greenhouses, and free-ranging chickens for fresh eggs — is designed to forge deep connections through food, farming, and community.
Live purposefully | From communal service projects to planned workshops and clubs, there are plenty of opportunities for involvement.
Cooking with Chef Rebecca: What’s in Season? | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Daniel Island Library | Free | All ages can join this interactive class to explore basic cooking skills and interact with community members.
West Ashley Farmer’s Market | 3-7 p.m. | Ackerman Park | Price of purchase | While strolling the market, stop by the Charleston Parks Conservancy’s booth to create a seasonal flower arrangement.
Thursday, April 24
Charleston Tech Week | Until Friday, May 2 | Times vary | Locations vary | $25+ | Celebrate innovation at several events taking place across the Holy City.
NFL Draft Watch Party | 8 p.m. | Bay Street Biergarten | Price of purchase | There will be lots of screens, brews, and bites to carry you through every pick.
From the (blissfully air-conditioned) galleries to concerts, group exercise, family activities, and more, the CMA has a ton to offer SC residents this summer — admission-free. | Photo provided by the Columbia Museum of Art
Did you take advantage of free summer at the CMA last year? Whether it was your go-to way to beat the heat or you spent all of September kicking yourself for missing out, we have good news:
Earth Day. This year’s theme is Our Power, Our Planet, calling for folks to unite around renewable energy with a goal to triple clean electricity by 2030. Get involved with some Lowcountry Earth Month events.
Open
Pizza + wine, it’s the perfect pair — and Tutti, a new spot combining the two classics, is open. The concept comes from a collaboration between Graft Wine Shop, Raleigh, NC’s Oakwood Pizza Box, and St. Pierre Wine. (Charleston City Paper)
Travel
Now boarding. The weekly nonstop flight from Charleston International Airport to Bermuda is officially wheels up. Over the weekend, the airport celebrated the inaugural connection. (WCIV)
Coming Soon
Before you catch that new flight to Bermuda’s pink sand beaches, there will be a new spot to fuel up. On Thursday, May 15, Food Network star and Lowcountry native Kardea Brown-Smith is opening a spot featuring a menu packed with Charleston favorites. Hear from Kardea herself.
Try This
Mark your calendars: La Cave’s next Chef’s Tasting Dinner is set for Tuesday, May 6 at 6:30 p.m. Indulge in an exclusive seasonal, five-course menu curated by Chef Teshawn Gamble and beverage pairings from Beverage Director Hailey Knight. Peek at the menu + secure your seat.
Festival
The Black Food Truck Festival returns to the Exchange Park Fairgrounds in Ladson starting this Friday, April 25, through Sunday, April 27. Tickets start at $15. Pro tip: Sunday is Local Day.
Eat
The new spring dinner menu at Five Loaves Cafe is bursting with flavor. Think: chicken feta meatballs, red wine braised short ribs, mouthwatering crab cakes, and more. See the full menu.*
Stat
$10,000. If you owe that much in debt, this organization can reach out to credit card companies and potentially reduce what you owe. See how it works.*
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Arts
Art you ready?
The North Charleston Arts Fest began in 1982. | Photo provided by City of North Charleston
The 42nd annual North Charleston Arts Fest returns Wednesday, April 30, and runs until Sunday, May 4. This five-day event celebrates arts + culture, featuring music, dance, theatre, visual arts, and literature. Pro tip: All events have free entry.
Here are three events you can look forward to:
Opening Celebration | Wednesday, April 30 | 6-8 p.m. | Charleston Area Convention Center | Start the festival with a celebration complete with food, music, and hundreds of pieces of artwork.
World Dance Showcase | Saturday, May 3 | 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. | Park Circle Community Building | Experience a display of dances representing cultures from around the world. Pro tip: Roe Roe’s and Kona Ice will be serving treats.
Arts Fest Arty Block Party | Saturday, May 3 | 5-8:30 p.m. | East Montague Avenue (between Jenkins and Virginia Avenues) | Shop local vendors while enjoying live music.
🍴Cane Pazzo, a new Italian spot coming to Hanahan this spring, is offering folks an early taste of the menu. Chef + Owner Mark Bolchoz is popping up at babas on meeting tomorrow, April 23, from 5 to 8 p.m.
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