This skeleton depicts the build of a giant ground sloth. | Photo courtesy of The Charleston Museum
Millions of years ago, dinosaurs roamed the earth, and we’ll get another glimpse at the extinct creatures when “Jurassic World Rebirth” hits theaters on Wednesday, July 2. Some dinos used to roam the Charleston area, but they’re just one species that discovered the Holy City before humans.
Pro tip: Dig deeper by exploring local museums like the Charleston Museum and Mace Brown Museum of Natural History.
Dinosaurs
South Carolina was underwater during the Triassic + Jurassic periods, leaving us with limited evidence of dinosaurs in the state. The discoveries include hadrosaur teeth + a toe bone believed to belong to a dromaeosauridae, indicating the presence of Velociraptors and Microraptors.
Giant ground sloth
Bones, teeth, and claws from this large mammal have been discovered around Charleston, letting us know it lived in the area during the Great Ice Age (aka the Pleistocene). While the giant ground sloth could be up to 15 ft and weigh up to 3 tons, its flat teeth tell us it was a herbivore.
Friday, June 20 Reggae Nights Summer Concert Series | 7:30-11 p.m. | James Island County Park | $20+ | Get outside for a night of music — this month’s show features Da’Gullah Rootz.
The John Denver Experience | 8 p.m. | Charleston Music Hall | $37+ | “Take Me Home, Country Roads” to the venue where Chris Collins will pay tribute to the folk legend.
“The Yellow Wallpaper and Other Stories” | 8-9 p.m. | Queen Street Playhouse | $25 | This show depicts the female experience through multiple art forms and brings “The Yellow Wallpaper” by Charlotte Perkins Gilman to life through dance.
Saturday, June 21
Carnival Party | 12-6 p.m. | Low Tide Brewing, Johns Island | Free entry | Step right up to summer with beer specials, circus performers, a chili dog eating contest, food trucks, and a beer-filled dunk tank.
Clara’s Kids Club Youth Litter Cleanup Event | 1-3 p.m. | Hampton Park, North Charleston | Free | Kids can help clean up the park — supplies included — followed by an hour of events and discussion for National Pollinator Week.
Hey Cousin: Lowcountry Juneteenth Weekend Cookout | 4-10 p.m. | Hanahan Amphitheater, Hanahan | Free | Chukk Gregory + Tommy Green headline this evening packed with music, food, activities, and local vendors.
Spring Candles Making | 7-8 p.m. | Rooted in Charleston | $66 | Make your own candles at this class that covers everything from pouring the wax to selecting scents.
Sunday, June 22
Motown Throwdown | 1:30-4:30 p.m. | Pour House | $5 | Enjoy two sets and listen to music reminiscent of the groundbreaking, soulful record label.
World Coffee Experience | 4-5:30 p.m. | Mercantile & Mash | $61 | Get coffee inspo from lead barista Kate and learn about international coffee drinks you can make at home.
Heart | 7 p.m. | North Charleston Coliseum, North Charleston | $72+ | The band known for hits like “Alone” and “Barracuda” takes the stage.
The Charleston Water System started working on its final phase of the Sewer Tunnel Replacement Project in West Ashley — an effort that began in 1999. The department introduced a machine named “Miss Harper” to dig the 4-mile underground tunnel. The project is expected to be completed in late 2027. (WCSC)
Community
James Island’s history is being preserved with two new historic markers. The signs were placed at the Seashore Farmers Lodge, a Black farmers cooperative and community space built in 1915 + the site of the former Little Rock Golf Club, a six-hole course for Black golfers. (Charleston City Paper)
Biz
Lights, camera, Charleston. Los Angeles-based commercial production company Butter has opened a Southeast office in the Holy City where it will make cinema-level campaigns. The company selected Charleston due to factors like the local beauty, creativity, and tourism industry. (CBS 42)
Travel
More international flights could be departing from Charleston International Airport. Breeze Airways received FAA approval to fly internationally, and as its largest domestic market, CHS is being considered to host services. More certifications are required before take off, but Breeze hopes to announce international routes later this year. (The Post and Courier)
Kids
If you know a kid who wants to give a triathlon a tri, registration is open for James Island County Park’s Youth Triathlon on Saturday, July 26. The event will feature two courses with swimming, biking, and running. Participants will be separated into groups depending on age.
Plan Ahead
Something AWEsome is heading to Awendaw. AWE Fest will take place from 11 a.m.-6 p.m on Saturday, June 28 at Awendaw Municipal Park. Tickets are now available for the community event featuring vendors, beer + wine, food trucks, activities, and live music by The Secrets and Baby Fat.
Shop
Croghan’s Jewel Box opens the doors to its new store today, June 20, at 155 King St. For more than 100 years, Croghan’s has helped Charlestonians celebrate life’s big moments with timeless jewelry and personalized service. Swing by + shop their curated collections.*
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The Wrap
The Wrap
Summer begins today, and if you’re like me, that means you’re on the quest for frozen treats. If you’ve ever head a Charleston Chew, you might recognize that the wrapper says to try them frozen.
Are they good frozen? I certainly think so, but are they actually from Charleston? That answer is a bit more nuanced.
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