This new venue features a chic veranda + garden. | Photo by Lawson Builder
Can you hear wedding bells? If so, it’s because The Waverly is open. Love is in the air, and this newly opened wedding venue and event space is now available for bookings. The space is owned by Uptown Hospitality, the group behind popular Charleston concepts like Bodega, Uptown Social, and By the Way.
Located on Stuart Street, The Waverly offers a space that blends southern charm with modern elegance + features a veranda, garden, and a 3,000-sqft reception hall. The team handles everything from setup to coordination to help make your day run smoothly.
The venue includes the tables and reception chairs for up to 200 guests + plus bar glassware. Pro tip: There are also two getting-ready suites and a catering kitchen on site. Still have questions? Check out the site’s FQA page and set up a tour.
Events
Events
Friday, June 27
Sips of the Season | 12-5 p.m. | The Charleston Place | Price of purchase | Browse and sip a curated list of Italian wines + signature cocktails in the heart of Charleston.
Poker Night | 7 p.m. | The Ansonborough Hotel | $50 | For a limited time, this space is open to the public to join a poker professional to learn the best tips, tricks, and poker techniques.
Saturday, June 28
Charleston Farmer’s Market | 8 a.m.-2 p.m. | Marion Square | Price of purchase | Roam downtown for fresh food, live music, and local vendors.
Pinky’s Opening Beach Bash | 10 a.m. | Pinky’s on the Beach, Folly Beach | Price of purchase | Head to this oceanfront hangout for sips, free swag, and music all day long.
Goat Yoga at The Back Barn | 11 a.m. | The Back Barn at Bedaw Farms | $25 | Stretch and pose as goats roam around you, adding an element of fun to your practice.
Sunday, June 29
Pop Icons Brunch: Trilogy Series I | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Bay Street Biergarten | Price of purchase | Enjoy brunch, drink specials, and a DJ spinning nothing but pop anthems.
Hibachi Class | 5-7 p.m. | Two Blokes Brewing, Mount Pleasant | $60 | Join this for an interactive hibachi class where you’ll learn to flip, chop, and grill like a pro.
Moon Taxi | 6 p.m. | The Windjammer, Isle of Palms | $40+ | Put your toes in the sand and hands in the air as you watch this Nashville-based band rock the NÜTRL Beach Stage.
Listen up, foodies — Rivayat, a new coastal Indian restaurant, is set to open this summer at 210 Rutledge Ave., across from Fuel Charleston. The spot will blend Indian flavors with Charleston’s seasonal seafood and Lowcountry ingredients. No official opening date has been announced yet.
Civic
The Orange Hill Planned Development project is moving forward after decades of discussion. The current proposal calls for a 120-home neighborhood and a golf course on Rivers and Bohicket Roads on Johns Island. Charleston County Council will host a public hearing + hear a second reading of the plan on Tuesday, July 22. (WCSC)
Development
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston is growing, and yesterday, local leaders held a groundbreaking for the nonprofit’s Expanding Hope. Once the expansion is completed, there will be a five-story addition to its existing house, providing an additional 46 bedrooms, bringing the total to 70. (WCBD)
Biz
On Tuesday, July 1, Royall Ace Hardware is changing hands after nearly 50 years. The move comes after the retirement of the shop’s owner, John Royall. The beloved store on Ben Sawyer Boulevard will continue to operate as an Ace-affiliate + its new name will be Elder’s Ace Hardware. (The Post and Courier)
Watch
You know it’s hot when the wildlife start finding ways to cool off. Check out this alligator enjoying the waves on Sullivan’s Island. (WCIV)
Number
$100,000. That’s how much Davis Defense Group, Inc., a defense contracting company, is investing to expand its operations in Charleston County — a timeline has not been announced. The expansion will create 30 new jobs.
Award
The Preservation Society’s Burial Ground Mapping Project earned the South Carolina Preservation Service Award for its contribution to the continued advancement of historic preservation. The community-led initiative is led by the Preservation Society of Charleston in partnership with the Anson Street African Burial Ground Project to identify threatened gravesites.
Environment
A new waterfront park is coming to Johns Island, thanks to grants, a land donation, and other funding support. The newly-acquired 66 acres will preserve the area’s beauty and ecological health. The park will be managed by the Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission.
Weather
Rain, rain — has made the state’s drought status go away. A SCDNR committee says no Palmetto State counties are in a drought. Rainfall totals ranging from 10 to 15 inches over the last 60 days have returned us to “normal” status. WCSC)
Arts
Mark your calendars, starting today, June 27, until Sunday, Aug. 3, the city’s Office of Cultural Affairs will host the 2024 Southern Prize and State Fellowships Exhibition, organized by South Arts. There’s an opening reception tonight from 5 to 7 p.m., which is free and open to the public.
Athleta’s Semi-Annual Sale is on. Take up to 70% off bestsellers, workout staples, and everyday favorites built to move with you. Hurry — the sale ends Sunday, June 29.*
Category
History
Celebrating a Revolutionary Win
The Palmetto Society of Charleston hosts an annual Carolina Day parade that begins at Washington Square Park and ends at White Point Gardens. | Photo courtesy of Palmetto Society
Carolina Day is tomorrow, June 28, and to celebrate SC’s role in the Revolutionary War, several family-friendly events are happening around the Holy City. Keep reading for a brief history on why we celebrate + how you can get involved.
Carolina Day
Since 1777, folks in the Palmetto State have commemorated + celebrated the victory at the Battle of Sullivan’s Island, which took place on June 28, 1776. Some call the battle the first significant American military victory in our nation’s fight for independence from Great Britain.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
The Holy City has been hot, so to stay cool, 64.7% of you are finding indoor activities with air conditioning. May we suggest checking out one of the 10+ museums in Charleston?
The 2% who will be enjoying frozen treats to beat the heat — we’ll see you at a local ice cream shop like Park Circle Creamery.
The Wrap
The Wrap
🇺🇸 The RiverDogs are also celebrating Carolina Day; fans are asked to dress in colonial attire and stick around after the game for the team’s first large-scale drone light show. Fun fact: The show will feature 250 LED drones dancing above the ballpark.
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