Explore the West Ashley Greenway. | Photo by @annie_o_love, owner of Annie O Love’s Cafe of Sweet Abundance
Lace up your hiking boots. We’ve compiled a curated hiking guide for the Charleston areawith 10 routes, including these trails that offer water views that are perfect for summer.
Enjoy a peaceful trek along the Wando River. With scenic water views, shaded stretches, and chances to spot wildlife like herons and dolphins, it’s perfect for a relaxing outing.
In Celebration of the Red Drink | Thursday, June 19 + Saturday, June 21 | 12-2 p.m. | Middleton Place | $29+ | Learn about the history of the Roselle plant in African American celebrations, sip tea, and take home a sample teabag — included with admission.
Summer Doormat Painting | 6-8 p.m. | Snafu Brewing Company, North Charleston | $35 | Greet summer by painting your own doormat at this class with minimal instructions.
MOJA x Juneteenth Block Party | 6-9 p.m. | Ann Street: Between Meeting and King streets | Free | Show up and celebrate freedom at this art-focused event with live painting, drumming, dancing, food, vendors, and a performance by Charles Grant celebrating Motown.
Friday, June 20
Juneteenth Cookout | 6-9 p.m. | Courtyard at Storehouse Nine | $125 | The Black Expo and CHSWF are partnering for a gathering featuring food, live music, and local vendors that showcase the Black community.
Dave Matthews Band | Friday, June 20-Saturday, June 21 | 7:30 p.m. | Credit One Stadium | $56+ | It’s not “Everyday” that you can see the longstanding band “Crash” the local stage.
Saturday, June 21
Cynthia Graham Hurd Community Day 2025 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Hurd/St. Andrews Library | Free | Celebrate the life of the local librarian and literacy advocate at this family-friendly event with books, live entertainment, community vendors, and food.
Mitchell Ferguson | 6-9 p.m. | Charleston Pour House | $15+ | The country-soul artist from Austin, TX, is joined by alt rock band Tomorrow’s Problem.
Sunday, June 22
Share House Pride Brunch | 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | Share House | $15 | Venus Alexander hosts this show celebrating Charleston Pride featuring brunch, bubbles, and talented drag queens.
Every pint of blood donated can bring comfort, stability, and hope to patients with SCD. | Photo by The Blood Connection
100,000. That’s how many Americans are affected by Sickle Cell Disease (SCD)every year. This often painful and life-threatening condition affects oxygen levels in the blood, causing major health problems for patients.
People with SCD require regular blood transfusions to increase oxygen and free blocked blood vessels. That’s where you come in.The Blood Connection needs more blood donors — especially people of color — to support those in need. Every pint donated can help ease suffering and improve outcomes.
Here’s how you can support SCD patients in our community:
Make an appointment at the Charleston Community Blood Center or a local mobile drive.
Donate blood (it only takes about an hour, or one episode of “Love Island”).
Earn $40-50 in TBC Rewards, which can be redeemed for e-gift cards.
Today is Juneteenth. Observe the day with in-person discussions and reflection at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens’ ongoing “Living Legacies” Juneteenth event series. Want more? Find additional upcoming events in the Charleston area.
Civic
Parts of downtown Charleston will begin enforcing a curfew for children ages 17 and under starting Friday, June 27. The regulation will be in effect from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. If a minor is in violation, they’ll be asked to return home or a guardian will be contacted. (WCIV)
Coming Soon
Popular Washingting DC-based Timber Pizza Co. is cooking up its first Charleston location this summer. The restaurant is slated to open in July at 741 Meeting St. in downtown Charleston’s North Central District. The brick oven pizzeria will be open daily with indoor + outdoor seating and a bar.
Environment
The SC State Ports Authority will look into solutions to address rising floodwater levels impacting the Port of Charleston. This site is often used for car shipments, and the study aims to find ways to elevate pavement to protect vehicles and cargo from water damage. (The Post and Courier)
Community
Charleston City Council approved a contract that will support Charleston Animal Society (CAS) with ~$1 million in city funding annually. CAS takes in more than 10,000 animals each year, and the funding allocation was determined by estimating the cost per animal. (Charleston City Paper)
Pets
Looking for a new furry friend? Petco Love’s Pick Me! SC adoption event will take place from Friday, June 20 through Sunday, June 29, offering low and no-cost adoptions. The effort aims to find homes for 2,500 pets across the state; find adoption sites in the Charleston area.
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Tomorrow is the Summer Solstice, meaning today is technically the last full day of spring. That means you still have time for last-minute summer prep. One suggestion: Pick out your scent of the season with a new, local candle — take a peek at what Charleston Candle Co. has to offer.
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